China condemned the U.S. for its $2 billion arms sale package to Taiwan, vowing to take “countermeasures” to protect its sovereignty. The Pentagon’s approval includes the first delivery of an advanced air defense missile system to Taiwan. China’s foreign ministry called the sales a dangerous move that threatens peace in the Taiwan Strait and urged […]
After withdrawing their fast, junior doctors in West Bengal held a mass convention at RG Kar Medical College, deciding to rally to the CBI office on October 30 for justice for the RG Kar victim. The event featured a ‘candle and fire torch’ rally, with participants addressing concerns about a threatening culture in hospitals and […]
The United Nations atomic energy watchdog, IAEA, announced that Iran’s nuclear program remains unaffected by Israel’s airstrike on its military facilities. IAEA Director General Rafael Grossi stated, “Iran’s nuclear facilities have not been impacted,” and urged for “prudence and restraint” to avoid actions that could endanger the safety and security of ...
The Indian Army’s Romeo Force, in collaboration with Special Operations Group (SOG) police, discovered a terror hideout in Poonch’s Balnoi sector, recovering two grenades and three Pakistani mines. This follows recent attacks in Jammu and Kashmir, prompting Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha to enhance security for infrastructure projects and increase patrols in sensitive areas.
Deputy CM DK Shivakumar announced a crackdown on unauthorized and substandard constructions following the collapse of a building in Bengaluru that killed 8. He stated that local authorities will regain powers to halt illegal buildings and that registration of unauthorized properties will cease. Flood relief efforts are ongoing, providing shelter and food to affected residents.
Megha Engineering Infrastructure Limited (MEIL) has pledged ₹200 crore for the construction of Telangana’s Skills University under its Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) initiative. This follows a ₹100 crore donation from the Adani Foundation. MEIL’s Managing Director Krishna Reddy met with Chief Minister Revanth Reddy to discuss the project, alongside other state officials.
Ten hotels in Rajkot, Gujarat, received bomb threat emails, which were later confirmed as hoaxes. Police conducted thorough searches with the bomb disposal squad after the emails arrived at 12:45 PM. The sender, identifying as Kan Den, claimed bombs were planted. Following a five-hour search, no explosives were found, and an investigation to trace the […]
India’s Ministry of External Affairs expressed concern over escalating tensions in West Asia following Israel’s precision strikes on Iranian military sites. The MEA urged all parties to exercise restraint and return to dialogue and diplomacy, emphasizing that ongoing hostilities harm innocent civilians and hostages. The statement highlighted the need for peace and stability in the [...
Nearly 30 monkeys were discovered dead in Telangana’s Rajanna Sircilla district, according to police on Saturday. The carcasses were located on the outskirts of Nampalli village and have been sent to a veterinary hospital for a post-mortem. The cause of death will be determined after the report is received, and authorities are reviewing CCTV footage […]
As Delhi grapples with poor air quality linked to stubble burning, a study reveals that Madhya Pradesh is surpassing Punjab and Haryana in crop residue burning. From October 19 to 25, Madhya Pradesh reported 536 incidents, while Punjab had 401 and Haryana only 192. This marks a significant shift in the stubble burning problem, highlighting […]
India’s first military aircraft manufacturing unit will open in Vadodara on October 28, with PM Modi and Spanish PM Pedro Sanchez inaugurating Tata’s C-295 aircraft production complex. Under the C-295 program, 16 planes will come from Airbus, while 40 will be built by Tata locally. Bharat Electronics, Bharat Dynamics, and MSMEs will also aid India’s […]
External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar emphasized India’s trusted role among Global South nations, citing moments like India’s COVID-19 vaccine assistance even while vaccinating domestically. Speaking in Pune, he noted that these countries see India as reliable, especially after the African Union’s G20 inclusion, which highlighted India’s commitment to supporting develo...
A Bengaluru court sentenced Karnataka Congress MLA Satish Sail to 7 years in prison for fraud in the Belkeri iron ore case, involving the illegal transport of 11,000 metric tonnes of ore. 6 others received similar sentences. Following the ruling, Sail’s MLA status was revoked under Article 190(3) of the Constitution. The CBI had investigated […]
Union Minister of State (Independent Charge) for Science and Technology, Dr Jitendra Singh, said that India will have its own space station by 2035, which will be known as “Bharatiya Antriksh Station”. He made the announcement at the signing of a landmark MoU between the ISRO and Department of Biotechnology (DBT). This aims to integrate […]
World Health Organization said it has regained contact with staff at a besieged northern Gaza hospital. They found that three health workers were injured and 44 detained in the war torn region. “Kamal Adwan, northern Gaza’s last functioning hospital, is still under siege, but we managed to get in touch with the staff,” WHO chief […]