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Kerala government and state police chief received NHRC notices over an “alarming increase in suicides” among tribals. Around 23 suicides were reported this year alone, NHRC said. As per NHRC, around 138 suicides were reported between 2011-2022, mostly in Peringammala Panchayat. “After a two years of silence, the suicide menace returned to haunt the tribal […]
A Mumbai court granted bail to Aditya Pandit, the boyfriend of Air India pilot Srishti Tuli, who allegedly committed suicide last month. Tuli, 25, was found dead on Nov 25 in her Marol flat, and Pandit, 27, was arrested the next day. He was charged with abetment of suicide under section 108 of the Bharatiya […]
China defended its plan to build the world’s largest dam on the Brahmaputra River in Tibet, stating it will not affect riparian states. Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson Mao Ning emphasized that decades of studies have addressed safety concerns. Despite the project’s cost of USD 137 billion and location in an earthquake-prone region, China assures responsible […]
Malaysian PM Anwar Ibrahim paid tributes to Indian ex-PM Manmohan Singh and shared a deeply personal story. “The weight of grief bears down on me at the news of the passing of my honored and cherished friend,” Anwar wrote on X. He said that when he was jailed as part of a conspiracy, Singh offered […]
Manmohan Singh’s last rites are scheduled for tomorrow, awaiting the arrival of his daughter from the U.S. Congress leader Sandeep Dikshit confirmed she has boarded a flight and will arrive late tonight. Singh’s body will be moved to the Congress Party office in Delhi for public viewing, with final arrangements to be made after her […]
Registration offices in Andhra Pradesh saw a surge in activity as people rushed to complete property registrations before an expected fee hike. Officials have submitted proposals for increased charges, initially planned for January 1, but procedural delays have postponed the decision. While the implementation date remains unclear, the fee hike is anticipated, with more details […]
Tamil Nadu’s Higher Education Minister Govi Chezhiaan talked about Anna University sexual assault. He said that the accused was the spouse of a temporary staff member. The minister said this connection led to a “state of no suspicion” that allowed him regular access to the campus. Cheziaan also admitted that the incident was not brought […]
NCP-SCP MP Supriya Sule on Friday remembered former Prime Minister Dr. Manmohan Singh as one of the finest global leaders, who passed away at 92. Sule praised his visionary leadership and integrity, recalling her discussions with him in Parliament. She expressed sorrow over his death, honoring his contributions to India.
The Union Cabinet, led by Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday, expressed profound sorrow over the passing of Dr. Manmohan Singh, India’s 13th Prime Minister, on Dec 26. In a resolution, the Cabinet honored his legacy as an eminent statesman, renowned economist, and distinguished leader, recalling his contributions to India.
The ED conducted simultaneous raids on properties linked to Hulas Pandey, a key figure in Chirag Paswan’s Lok Janshakti Party, in Patna, Bengaluru, and Delhi. The ongoing investigation targets alleged financial irregularities. Pandey had previously resigned as party board chairman after being implicated in a 2012 murder case.
Telangana High Court has extended the interim bail of BRS Working President KT Rama Rao for another day in the Formula E-Car race case. Initially, the court had directed the Anti-Corruption Bureau (ACB) not to arrest KTR until Dec 30. Today, the court further extended his protection from arrest until December 31, following a hearing […]
In May 2004, Manmohan Singh was unexpectedly appointed Prime Minister, despite many expecting Sonia Gandhi to take the role. Reflecting on her decision in 2014, Sonia Gandhi admitted, “I knew my limitations… I knew Manmohan Singh would be a better Prime Minister,” acknowledging her choice of leadership.
Patna Police fined 50 vehicle owners for using unauthorized metal plates with inscriptions like ‘Government of India’ and ‘Government of Bihar.’ The operation, launched on Christmas, collected ₹28 lakh in fines. It covered areas like Marine Drive, Bailey Road, and JP Ganga Path, and will continue in other city parts, said cops.
Osamu Suzuki, former chairman of Suzuki Motor Corp., passed away at 94 on December 25 due to lymphoma. He led the company for over four decades, becoming its longest-serving head. Suzuki served as president from 1978 and chairman from 2000, stepping down as CEO in 2016 following a fuel-economy misstatement. He retired as chairman in […]
Ex-Cabinet Secretary KM Chandrasekhar praised late ex-PM Manmohan Singh for his strong decision-making, citing key moments like the 1991 liberalization policy, the 2008-09 economic crisis, and the civil nuclear deal. He described Singh’s gentlemanly nature as a remarkable strength in leadership during critical times.