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Iskcon Kolkata claimed that another Hindu priest, identified as Shyam Das, has been arrested, and an Iskcon center was vandalised in Bangladesh. This comes amid a string of targeted attacks on the minority community in Bangladesh. The development follows widespread protests by Hindus across Bangladesh following the arrest of another monk, Chinmoy Krishna Das, on […]
Cyclone Fengal brought heavy rainfall to Chennai and surrounding areas, flooding hospitals and homes. Civic authorities are working at full speed to clear the waterlogged streets. Despite govt warnings, many people were seen enjoying the beaches, with some even visiting Mamallapuram’s heritage site. Wind speeds were notably high in coastal areas like Marakkanam, Villupuram district.
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman urged women to benefit from central government schemes for empowerment at a credit outreach program in Madhubani. Loans worth Rs 1,121 crore were provided to 50,294 beneficiaries. Sitharaman emphasized Prime Minister Modi’s vision of a “Lakhpati Didi” in every village, highlighting financial assistance through Self Help Groups.
Seven-year-old Leyla and her initially reluctant parents were soon laughing uncontrollably at a performance by 25 clowns from around the world, including Belgium & Mexico. For nearly 2 hours, they juggled, unicycled, mimed, and performed physical comedy without words. Their acts, filled with exaggerated antics & red noses, entertained the crowd, often ending with a […]
Chennai International Airport temporarily suspended operations due to heavy rains as Cyclone Fengal nears landfall. IndiGo Airlines announced that no flights would arrive or depart until 1 P.M. on Saturday. An IndiGo flight from Abu Dhabi was diverted to Bengaluru, while an Air India Express flight to Singapore was canceled due to technical issues, according […]
Delhi has experienced a 38% increase in garbage fires and open burning incidents in October and November compared to the same period last year. Data from the Delhi Fire Service (DFS) shows a significant rise in fire-related calls linked to open garbage burning. In October, there were 662 calls, up from 457 in 2022. By […]
Developers in the National Capital Region (NCR) are urging the government to lift the pollution-related construction ban, citing a shortage of work opportunities. They highlight that the ongoing restrictions have led to an exodus of labourers from the region, further impacting construction projects. The developers emphasize the need to resume work to support the local […]
A hospital in Kolkata’s Manicktala said it would not treat patients from Bangladesh. This comes amid protests over the alleged atrocities on Hindus in Bangladesh. JN Ray Hospital said the decision was forced by insults meted out to Indian flag by Bangladeshis. “We issued a notification that till an indefinite time we will not admit […]
Election Commission invited a Congress delegation on December 3 to address its concerns over the party’s Maharashtra loss. Congress alleged ‘serious inconsistencies’ in the Maharashtra results. ECI told Congress that all poll procedures followed in Maharashtra during the vote counting were transparent and assured that it would review all legitimate concerns and give a written ...
Andhra Pradesh govt will issue holistic cards for students in govt schools, containing details like height, weight, BMI, blood group, and other health metrics. These cards, updated every 6 months, will feature QR codes for tracking student progress. Additionally, a school rating system (1-5 stars) based on infrastructure and education quality will be introduced to […]
Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanams (TTD) has banned political and hate speeches at the Venkateswara Temple to maintain the sanctity and spiritual peace of the hilltop shrine. The temple, which sees around 60,000 devotees daily, has recently been embroiled in controversy over allegations of adulterated ghee in laddoo offerings. TTD issued the ban to prevent disruptions caused […]
A fire at a parking stand near platform one at Varanasi’s Cantt railway station destroyed over 150 two-wheelers on Friday night, officials said on Saturday. Fortunately, there were no reports of casualties. The fire broke out near the parking stand, and railway officials are investigating the cause of the incident. No further details have been […]
Former President Ram Nath Kovind attended the 14th convocation of KL University near Vijayawada, where he emphasized that self-confidence leads to success and that society now needs innovative solutions. He praised CM Chandrababu for his efforts towards the state’s development. He encouraged students to adopt Naidu’s slogan, “Think Globally, Act Locally,” for a positive ...
Tamil Nadu CM MK Stalin reviewed the current situation with officials amid Cyclone Fengal. Key instructions were issued to officials regarding relief measures. The cyclone is expected to severely impact six districts, with heavy rain likely in Chennai tonight. Authorities have been urged to remain vigilant. The govt has directed officials to provide all necessary […]
Sectarian violence in northwest Pakistan has claimed 13 more lives, bringing the total death toll to 124, according to a local government official on Saturday. Kurram district, located in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province near the Afghanistan border, has long been a site of clashes between the Sunni-majority and the large Shiite population, fueling decades of unrest.