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Delhi’s November PM2.5 level averaged 249 µg/m³, the highest since 2017, despite GRAP measures and reduced stubble burning, a CREA report revealed. PM2.5 pollution reached the “Severe” category for eight consecutive days, driven by delayed GRAP enforcement. Health risks remain critical, with 159 Indian cities surpassing the NAAQS limit of 60 µg/m³ for PM2...
Debbie Nelson, Eminem’s mother, passed away at 69 due to lung cancer complications, People reported. Known for a tumultuous relationship with Eminem, Nelson later sought reconciliation, inspiring his 2013 song “Headlights.” She supported him from afar, congratulating his 2022 Hall of Fame induction. Born in 1955, Nelson is survived by sons Eminem and Nathan Mathers.
Former AP CM YS Jagan will meet with YSRCP party leaders on Wednesday. The meeting will be attended by YSRCP district presidents, general secretaries, regional coordinators, and key leaders. Discussions will focus on strengthening the party and forming new party committees. Additionally, the failures of the coalition government will be addressed. The meeting is scheduled […]
South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol revoked martial law after lawmakers defied security forces to vote against it and mass protests erupted. Yoon’s move, citing threats from North Korea, marked South Korea’s first martial law attempt in four decades. Amid global shock, opposition demands his resignation, ruling party criticism, and labor strikes threaten Yoon’s political [&he...
Telangana CM CM Revanth Reddy will visit Peddapally on Wednesday. He will participate in the Yuva Vikasam Sabha and distribute appointment letters to 9,000 newly employed individuals. In addition, the four-lane bypass road in Peddapally will be developed, with roads being constructed at a cost of Rs. 352 crore, and substations will be set up […]
The Mahakumbh Mela will begin next year in Prayagraj, Uttar Pradesh. The central government has released ₹1,050 crore as the first installment for its arrangements. The Mahakumbh Mela will start on January 13 and continue until February 26, 2025. It is also known that the UP government has recently declared this area, previously part of […]
All government and private-sector banks across the country will observe 17 holidays in December 2024. These holidays include state-specific holidays, regular weekly offs, and special holidays for celebrations and festivities. The holidays will cover two Saturdays (December 14 and 28), five Sundays (December 1, 8, 15, 22, and 29), along with additional festive holidays.
Bill Gates’ recent laboratory remark about India sparked controversy, referencing the country’s progress and collaboration with the Gates Foundation. Critics revived the 2009 clinical trial funded by the foundation, which resulted in the deaths of 7 tribal schoolgirls and left others severely ill. Gates’ words have reignited debate over the trial’s ethical implications.
A waterfront mansion in Weston, Connecticut, valued at over $4 million, was destroyed by a fire caused by a turkey fryer in the garage. Around 40 people safely evacuated, with no injuries reported. The fire, which began at 3:42 p.m., rapidly spread from the garage to the entire home, according to the Weston Fire Department.
Telangana govt launched a new unified online building and layout approval system, ‘BuildNow’, on Tuesday, aiming to reduce processing time from weeks to minutes. Minister D. Sridhar Babu explained that the new system would cut scrutiny time to under five minutes, compared to the previous system, TG bPASS, where the process took 2 to 30 […]
Andhra Pradesh govt has decided to invite fresh tenders for construction works in Amaravati, the state capital. Urban Development Minister Narayana announced this decision after a committee of engineers reviewed stalled projects. Based on the committee’s report, previous tenders were canceled, and a new bidding process will begin. An estimated ₹11,471 crores will be allocated […]
In a major step to enhance India’s defence capabilities, the Central govt approved five military acquisition proposals worth Rs 21,772 crores on Tuesday. The Defence Acquisition Council, chaired by Defence Minister Rajnath Singh, sanctioned the procurement of 31 new water jet fast attack crafts (NWJFACs) for the Indian Navy, designed for maritime operations, surveillance, and […]
Chief Justice of India Sanjiv Khanna recused himself on Tuesday from hearing pleas challenging the law that removed the Chief Justice from the panel responsible for appointing the Chief Election Commissioner and other election commissioners. While on the bench with Justice Sanjay Kumar, Chief Justice Khanna directed the matter to be listed before a different […]
Congress on Tuesday urged the Centre to allocate sufficient funds for the rehabilitation of those affected by Cyclone Fengal in Tamil Nadu. The cyclone, which started as a low-pressure area on November 23, caused widespread devastation across 14 districts, affecting 1.5 crore people. It made landfall on December 1, bringing 90 km/h winds and damaging […]
Bangladesh has summoned India’s High Commissioner, Pranoy Varma, after protests and vandalism at its Agartala mission. This comes as Bangladesh suspends consular services in the region. While India has expressed regret over the incident, diplomatic tensions have escalated, raising concerns about the safety of personnel and further affecting relations between the two countries.