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Police detained farmers participating in the ‘Delhi Chalo’ march on Friday, demanding a legal guarantee for minimum support price (MSP) for crops. The group of 101 farmers began their march from the Shambhu border between Punjab and Haryana at 1 pm. In response, authorities deployed heavy security measures along the Haryana border to manage the […]
The Reserve Bank of India has expanded the reach of the FX-Retail platform by linking it to Bharat Connect (formerly Bharat Bill Payment System). This integration will allow users to access FX-Retail through banking and non-banking apps connected with Bharat Connect. The move aims to enhance the platform’s accessibility and improve user experience.
Iran launched its heaviest space payload, consisting of the Fakhr-1 satellite and the Saman-1 space tug, weighing 300 kg. The launch, conducted using the domestically developed Simorgh carrier, marks a significant step in transferring satellites to higher orbits. Despite Western concerns about missile technology, Iran maintains its space launches are for civil and defense purposes, […]
Viduthalai Chiruthaigal Katchi (VCK) leader Aadhav Arjuna slammed the DMK govt in Tamil Nadu over cyclone relief efforts. He criticized the lack of infrastructure to handle natural disasters, citing Odisha’s preparedness. Arjuna urged the govt to establish help centers and distribute relief supplies, calling it unfortunate that Tamil Nadu’s residents continue to suffer.
Professor James Tooley, Vice-Chancellor of the University of Buckingham, was suspended over serious allegations, including an affair with a woman in Hyderabad, as claimed by his estranged wife, Cynthia. The allegations also involve possession of a junior air rifle. The suspension sparked controversy, with some accusing the university of targeting Tooley due to his right-wing […]
The famous Eklingji temple in Udaipur took a daring decision to maintain the sanctity of the religious place. The temple prohibited mobile phones and entry of people wearing short clothes. The management clarified that the dress code aims to preserve the temple’s purity and respect its sacredness. A banner was installed on the temple premises […]
The Supreme Court on Friday granted bail to 8 convicts in the 1987 Hashimpura massacre case, where 38 people were killed by Provincial Armed Constabulary (PAC) personnel. Justices Abhay S Oka and Augustine George Masih considered the prolonged incarceration of the convicts after the Delhi High Court overturned their acquittal.
Over 86,000 people visited Nagaland’s Hornbill Festival in its first five days, including 1,715 foreigners and 22,546 domestic tourists. The 10-day event, which began on December 1, features traditional performances, the Naga tug-of-war competition, and the Hornbill International Music Festival. Activities are also being held across four districts: Dimapur, Phek, Wokha, and Zunheboto.
The Telangana government is planning to introduce a semester-based system for Class 10 students across the state. To reduce stress on students, the government is expected to conduct exams every six months, making the Class 10 exams occur twice a year. To finalize this plan, the government is gathering opinions from teachers, parents, and academicians […]
The Delhi High Court on Friday denied Arvind Kejriwal’s request to advance the hearing of his petition challenging a trial court’s order in a money laundering case. Justice Manoj Kumar Ohri stated that the matter would be heard on Dec 20 as scheduled. Kejriwal’s counsel then requested the ED to provide a copy of their […]
Maharashtra CM Devendra Fadnavis revealed that Eknath Shinde agreed to be his deputy after Fadnavis reached out to the Shiv Sena chief two days before the swearing-in. While addressing an interview, Fadnavis, who assumed office for his third term on Friday, discussed how Shinde was convinced and the factors behind the Mahayuti’s significant poll mandate.
Mobile internet and bulk messaging services in Ambala, Haryana, are suspended until December 9 ahead of a farmers’ march demanding legal guarantees for Minimum Support Prices. Authorities cited concerns over unrest and misinformation. Security has been heightened with roadblocks, water cannons, and closed schools. This is the second farmers’ attempt to march to Delhi this […]
India’s food processing sector attracted $368.37 million in FDI until September FY24, with major investments from Ireland, Singapore, and Mauritius. Initiatives like PLISFPI and PMFME have created jobs and boosted global competitiveness. Organic food exports reached $447.73 million in FY25’s first eight months, with total exports at 263,050 metric tonnes, surpassing last year’...
The Bangladesh Hindu Buddhist Christian Unity Council has condemned recent attacks on Hindus in Sunamganj. The violence, which occurred on Dec 3, targeted over 100 Hindu homes and businesses in Manglargaon and Monigaon East Gunigram, causing damages exceeding 1.5 million taka. The council demands swift govt action, arrests of the attackers, and compensation for the […]
INDIA bloc MPs, led by Congress leaders Rahul and Priyanka Gandhi, held a silent protest outside Parliament over the US indictment of Gautam Adani in a bribery case. Opposition leaders wore black masks with the slogan “Modi Adani ek hai.” Priyanka Gandhi criticized the BJP for avoiding the topic, claiming they were afraid to address […]