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IHCL MD and CEO Puneet Chhatwal was re-elected as chairman of FAITH (Federation of Associations in Indian Tourism and Hospitality) for 2024-2026. Ajeet Bajaj and Ajay Prakash were elected vice chairmen, Rajiv Mehra as general secretary, and Kanwarjit Singh Sawhney as treasurer. Mehra emphasized working together to boost tourism, employment, and economic contributions.
The Chandigarh Commission for Protection of Child Rights has advised Diljit Dosanjh to avoid singing songs like ‘Patiala Peg’ at his upcoming concert in Chandigarh, citing concerns about promoting alcohol, drugs, and violence. The commission also urged Dosanjh not to invite children on stage due to high sound levels and called for ensuring no alcohol […]
Google unveiled Gemini 2.0, its latest AI model, featuring multimodal outputs, image generation, and integrated tools like Search and Maps. Launching 10 months after Gemini 1.5, the experimental Gemini 2.0 Flash offers low latency and enhanced performance. Developers can access it via Google AI Studio, while new prototypes like Project Astra explore AI’s future capabilities […]
Amid Congress protests in Parliament over the Adani issue, Sadhguru expressed concern over disruptions, calling it disheartening for India’s democratic aspirations. He emphasized that wealth creators should not be politicized and discrepancies should be addressed legally. Highlighting the importance of thriving Indian businesses for national progress, he urged for productive discussions.
Donald Trump appointed Kari Lake, an election denier and former news anchor, as Voice of America director. Critics recall VOA’s politicization during Trump’s first term, including removing editorial safeguards. Lake, a hard-line conservative, lost Arizona gubernatorial and Senate races. Trump emphasized broadcasting “fair and accurate” American values globally. Concerns ...
PM Narendra Modi wished NCP chief Sharad Pawar on his 84th birthday, praying for his long and healthy life. He shared his message on X, stating, “Birthday wishes to Sharad Pawar Ji.” Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge also wished Pawar, expressing his hopes for the NCP leader’s good health and long life via a post on […]
Rohit Godara and Goldy Brar, associates of Lawrence Bishnoi, claimed responsibility for a crude bomb explosion outside a bar in Gurugram’s Sector 29, alleging the owner’s illegal activities. Police arrested Sachin, intoxicated during the incident, who threw two cotton bombs. No injuries occurred, but minor damage was reported. The Gurugram Police bomb disposal team defused […]
Hannah Kobayashi, a Hawaiian photographer who went missing in Los Angeles last month, has been found safe, her family confirmed through their attorney. After fears of abduction, police declared her a voluntary missing person. Her family expressed relief and gratitude, asking for privacy as they process the ordeal. Details about her whereabouts and safety confirmation […]
The National Investigation Agency (NIA) on Thursday carried out searches at 19 locations across four states, including Uttar Pradesh and Jammu and Kashmir, as part of its investigation into a conspiracy by the Pakistan-based terror group Jaish-e-Mohammed. The group is accused of attempting to radicalize youth and spread terror in India, officials confirmed.
A study in “The Lancet Planetary Health” links 1.5 million deaths in India annually (2009-2019) to long-term exposure to PM2.5 pollution. Researchers found that nearly 82% of India’s population lives in areas with harmful PM2.5 levels, exceeding both WHO and national standards. The study highlights significant regional variation, with the highest pollution levels in Delhi [&he...
Atul Subhash, a Bengaluru techie, took his life, leaving behind a viral video and note alleging harassment by his wife, her family, and a judge. Kangana Ranaut condemned the tragedy, blaming fake feminism for extortion and legal exploitation. She also claimed that the entire country is in shock. His video is heartbreaking.
Maharashtra CM Devendra Fadnavis is in Delhi to discuss ministerial distribution with BJP, Shiv Sena, and NCP leaders. The formula allocates 20 seats to BJP, 12 to Shiv Sena, and 10 to NCP, following a landslide victory. Eknath Shinde’s absence raises doubts about his acceptance after Fadnavis replaced him as CM. Discussions with Amit Shah, […]
The Patna Metro Rail Project is progressing rapidly, with the Bihar govt aiming to launch the five-station priority corridor by August 15 next year. This timeline coincides with the Bihar Assembly polls in 2025, as the govt aims to showcase the metro as a key achievement. A review meeting confirmed the goal to start operations […]
The BBMP plans to raise ₹19,000 crore for Bengaluru’s Twin Tunnel Project by mortgaging properties, with state-backed loans. Meanwhile, CM Siddaramaiah remains committed to building 100 homes for Wayanad landslide victims, drawing criticism from BJP. The tunnel project is part of a ₹43,000-crore initiative to improve city traffic, despite financial challenges and political debate.
Sub-divisional officer Santosh Tripathi reported that the Uttar Pradesh Electricity Department and police demolished illegal encroachments in Sambhal. Some residents had encroached so far that electricity poles were inside their homes. He added that some were involved in electricity theft using old, discontinued meters. Action was taken to remove encroachments during bulldozer operation.