Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah has criticized Maharashtra BJP for spreading false information about Karnataka’s Gruha Lakshmi scheme. In a post on X, he accused the Maharashtra BJP of publishing “outright lies” in media advertisements, claiming that the Karnataka govt failed to deliver on the scheme. He dismissed these claims as “absolute fabrication,” defending the success of […]
LoP Rahul Gandhi claimed that several “play-fair businesses” received a call from a “senior Minister” asking them to praise PM Narendra Modi. This comes after his article on how “monopolists” were controlling governing institutions. Rahul Gandhi, in an op-ed, claimed several “play-fair” businesses were persisting in an “oppressive system”.
India is set to launch a major tri-services military exercise named ‘Poorvi Prahaar’ on November 8. This comes after the disengagement between the Indian and Chinese soldiers in eastern Ladakh. The 10-day-long exercise will bring together the assets of Indian Army, Navy, and Air Force. It will showcase a synergy among the three forces and […]
French President Emmanuel Macron warned European leaders that the continent must stop relying on the United States for security. Addressing a gathering on Thursday, Macron emphasized that while the U.S. will prioritize its own interests, Europe must and defend its own geopolitical concerns. He questioned whether Europe is ready to protect its people’s interests in […]
North Korean soldiers, recently deployed in Ukraine on behalf of Russia, were given unrestricted internet access. This rare privilege has led to them indulging in online pornographic content, according to a report by The Financial Times. The newfound freedom has caught the attention of the soldiers, who have taken full advantage of the unfiltered access.
Ranthambore National Park has reported 25 tigers missing over the past year, the highest number in recent history. Experts blame overcrowding and damaged boundary walls that allow human and livestock access, posing a risk to wildlife. With over 75 tigers in the park, which can sustainably support only 40, territorial disputes have intensified. A committee […]
A three-year-old girl has filed a petition against the local government in Pakistan’s Punjab province, as Lahore continues to suffer from hazardous smog. On Thursday, the city’s Air Quality Index (AQI) exceeded 800, ranking it at the top of global pollution charts. The levels have even surpassed 1,000 on several occasions, posing severe health risks […]
India has urged Bangladesh to take firm action against extremist groups following reports of attacks on Hindus in Chittagong, triggered by provocative social media posts. At a media briefing, MEA spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal condemned the violence and called on Dhaka to ensure the safety of its Hindu community. India has appealed for prompt measures to […]
India responded strongly to reports of social media handles of an Australian news outlet being blocked in Canada after it carried a press conference of EAM Jaishankar and Australian Foreign Minister Penny Wong. The outlet also conducted an interview of the Indian minister. India said such actions highlight Canada’s hypocrisy towards freedom of speech.
Mount Lewotobi in Indonesia’s East Nusa Tenggara province erupted on Thursday, releasing a column of ash up to 5,000 meters high, prompting the highest aviation alert. The eruption occurred at 10:48 a.m. local time, with ash dispersing to the west, southwest, and north. The volcano remains at the highest alert level, with a danger zone […]