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A new ROR Act is set to be introduced before the Telangana Legislative Assembly. I&B Minister Ponguleti Srinivasa Reddy will present the ROR-2024 Bill in the House. The government has decided to transform the Dharani portal into ‘Bhumata’. The new law will grant rights to Land Tribunals and provide rights to Gram Kantham areas.
China is ready to work with India to implement common understandings between their leaders and restore stable bilateral relations, focusing on mutual respect and dialogue. National Security Advisor Ajit Doval and Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi will hold high-level talks today on the border issue, the first since 2019. The discussions aim to manage peace […]
Mysore Sandal Soaps are manufactured by Soaps and Detergents Ltd, a Govt of Karnataka company. The company contributes a portion of its profits as dividends to the govt every year. For the financial year 2023-24, it handed over a dividend of ₹108.62 crores to CM Siddaramaiah. The total profit for the year stood at ₹362.07 […]
A 7.3-magnitude earthquake hit Vanuatu’s capital, Port Vila, killing at least 14 people and injuring over 200. Aftershocks, including a 5.5-magnitude tremor, followed. Australia’s aid efforts are hindered by road damage, limiting access to the airport and seaport. The death toll is expected to rise, with communication disruptions complicating rescue efforts in the disaster-prone reg...
Tulsigowda, a renowned plant lover, passed away in Karnataka due to age-related health issues. A native of Hunnalli in Ankola taluk, Uttara Kannada district, Tulsigowda worked as a daily laborer for 17 years. She is credited with planting around 30,000 trees and was honored with the Padma Shri by the central govt for her contributions.
Donald Trump’s transition team proposes rolling back Biden-era EV policies, cutting support for electric vehicles, charging stations, and the $7,500 EV tax credit. The plan focuses on boosting US battery production, imposing global battery material tariffs, and prioritizing national defense over EV incentives. These changes could impact US EV sales as automakers expand electric offerings.
Sulakshana Pramod Sawant, wife of Goa CM Pramod Sawant, filed a ₹100 crore defamation suit against AAP MP Sanjay Singh for alleging her involvement in a “Cash-for-Jobs Scam.” Filed in Bicholim court, the suit claims Singh’s baseless accusations, widely broadcast and shared, harmed her reputation. She seeks damages and an injunction against further defamatory statements.
PM Modi is all set to begin a 2-day visit to Kuwait on Dec 21. He is scheduled to hold key meetings with top business leaders. PM Modi will also address the Indian community in Kuwait. Notably, this will be the first visit of an Indian Prime Minister to Kuwait in 43 years. The last […]
While global attention centers on the Middle East and Europe, India has focused on its “Act East” policy, strengthening ties with Southeast Asia and quietly engaging with North Korea. In July 2021, India closed its embassy in Pyongyang, citing COVID-19, though no official statement confirmed the closure. Ambassador Atul Gotsurve was later reassigned to Mongolia.
A 73-year-old US woman was duped by a scam artist and lost least $20,000. He poised himself as an MSNBC news anchor. Patricia Taylor from Seatle had been in touch with a someone pretending to be the popular journalist Ari Melber for a month. The 73-year-old was convinced she was speaking with the Emmy winning […]
Prolonged sitting poses serious health risks, including obesity, back pain, and poor posture. It can slow metabolism, reduce blood circulation, and increase the risk of heart disease and certain cancers. Common symptoms include stiffness, muscle fatigue, and leg swelling. Sitting for long hours affects mental health, leading to fatigue and stress.
Andhra Pradesh government has announced a night-out allowance for APSRTC employees, benefiting their work conditions. As per a recent government order (GO), employees will now receive an additional ₹150 per day, alongside their regular salaries, for working overnight shifts. This decision aims to support and incentivize APSRTC staff for their extended working hours.
Bombay High Court said that a 19-year-old Hindu girl and a 20-year-old Muslim boy’s desire for a live-in relationship cannot be denied merely because of societal disapproval. The court also said it was the girl’s choice to have a live-in relationship, and hey can’t restrict her freedom. The bench directed officials to release the girl […]
Veteran BJP leader LK Advani has been admitted to ICU in Indraprastha Apollo Hospitals in New Delhi. The hospital said this was done for medical management and investigations. Advani’s condition is currently stable, as per the hospital. But, the officials didn’t disclose the reason for Advani’s hospitalization. As per sources, the 96-year old politician was […]
According to official data, over 67% of sewer and septic tank workers (SSWs) in India belong to the Scheduled Caste (SC) category. Out of 54,574 workers profiled under the NAMASTE scheme, 37,060 are from SCs. The remaining workers include 15.73% OBCs, 8.31% STs, and 8.05% from the General category, as reported by Union Minister Ramdas […]