Hurricane Milton has caused widespread devastation in Florida, leaving over three million customers without electricity. Making landfall as a Category 3 storm, it was downgraded to Category 1 as it exited the state. Governor Ron DeSantis reported significant damage but noted it wasn’t the worst-case scenario. President Biden called it a “storm of the century” […]
President Droupadi Murmu extended Durga Puja greetings, highlighting the festival’s role in promoting unity among religions and honoring Goddess Durga as a symbol of strength. She urged respect for women and devotion during this significant celebration. Union Minister J.P. Nadda also sought blessings, emphasizing the triumph of truth over evil and the importance of righteousness.
The Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports invites public comments on the Draft National Sports Governance Bill 2024, aimed at enhancing sports governance, athlete welfare, and ethical practices. Key proposals include establishing a Sports Regulatory Board, mandatory ethical standards, and a Safe Sports Policy. Stakeholders can submit feedback by October 25, 2024, via email at […]
Joe Root and Harry Brook made history on day four of the first Test against Pakistan in Multan, setting three world records during their remarkable 454-run partnership for the fourth wicket. Brook scored his maiden triple century, while Root reached a personal best of 262 runs. England declared at 823/7, leading by 267 runs, leaving […]
Uttarakhand CM Pushkar Singh Dhami launched a new helicopter service between Dehradun and Almora, aimed at improving accessibility to remote regions. The initiative includes a new passenger terminal at Sahastradhara helipad and plans for future routes to Yamunotri, Gauchar, and Joshiyada. This service is expected to boost tourism, local economy, and facilitate the transport of […]
Hurricane Milton, a Category 3 storm, has exited Florida after causing significant destruction, including four fatalities and extensive property damage. The storm brought heavy rain and spawned over a dozen tornadoes, leaving millions without power. Despite the devastation, Florida Governor Ron DeSantis noted that the worst-case scenario was avoided, as the feared storm surge did […]
Gas formation in the stomach can lead to discomfort in various body parts. Commonly, it causes stomach cramps, headaches due to pressure on the brain, and chest pain from improper digestion. To combat this, a remedy using cumin, celery, and fennel can be effective. Boil these spices in water until reduced by half for quick […]
A 35-year-old maths teacher from Tamil Nadu was arrested for allegedly sexually harassing 42 girl students. He is identified as B. Muthukumaran, who works at a Government Higher Secondary School in Thanjavur district’s Pappanadu. He was taken into custody by the Orathanadu police on October 9, after a series of complaints were filed by parents […]
Adani Group chairman Gautam Adani emerged as the biggest dollar gainer on Thursday among the list of Forbes India’s 100 richest tycoons. Along with his brother Vinod Adani, Gautam Adani added $48 billion to climb up to the second position on the list. Forbes report said Adani posted a strong recovery from “last year’s short-selling […]
UN General Assembly elected 18 members to the 47-member Human Rights Council. The 18 countries were elected by a secret ballot, and they will serve 3-year terms beginning on January 1, 2025. They will be replacing members whose terms of office are set to expire on December 31, 2024. All the outgoing members were eligible […]