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The Supreme Court said that reservations cannot be granted based on religion. This came during a hearing on the West Bengal govt’s plea challenging the Calcutta High Court’s decision to remove 77 communities from the OBC list. Senior Advocate Kapil Sibal clarified that the reservations were based on backwardness, not religion, applying to all groups, […]
AAP leader Satyendar Jain has filed a defamation suit against BJP MP Bansuri Swaraj, accusing her of tarnishing his reputation through false claims made during a television interview on Oct 5, 2023. Jain alleges that Swaraj falsely stated ₹3 crore, 1.8 kg of gold, and 133 gold coins were recovered from his residence, alongside labeling […]
Kerala CM Pinarayi Vijayan clarified that the TECOM payment for its exit from the SmartCity project is not compensation but the cost of its 84% stake. He explained that the payment follows an independent evaluation and is a settlement of TECOM’s investment. He assured that the SmartCity Kochi project will remain under government control despite […]
Syria’s rebel leader, Abu Mohammed al-Jolani, vowed to pursue senior officials responsible for torture and abuse under Bashar al-Assad’s regime. After meeting with outgoing PM Mohammed al-Jalali to ensure a smooth transfer of power, Jolani emphasized that the new govt would hold accountable those involved in crimes against the Syrian people.
Priyanka Gandhi Vadra carried a quirky “Modi Adani Bhai Bhai” bag to Parliament today, featuring images of PM Modi and Adani. Rahul Gandhi, amused by the design, called it “cute” after noticing the slogan. Priyanka laughed when he asked about the bag’s designer. This gesture was part of the Opposition’s ongoing criticism of the government’s […]
The Karnataka Lokayukta conducted anti-corruption raids on 10 govt officials across 6 districts, including Bengaluru, Gadag, Kalaburagi, and Raichur. The operation targeted officials accused of accumulating disproportionate assets and abusing their positions. Searches were carried out at residences of officials from BESCOM, BBMP, health, and police departments.
Taiwan’s defense ministry reported that China’s navy is constructing 2 “walls” in the Pacific, one near Taiwan’s Air Defence Identification Zone and the other farther out. These “walls” aim to make the Taiwan Strait an internal sea of China. Taiwan also detected 47 Chinese military aircraft, 12 navy vessels, and nine “official” ships over th...
After a day of disruptions and multiple adjournments, both Lok Sabha and Rajya Sabha are set to resume proceedings on Tuesday. The opposition parties had called for discussions on key national issues, leading to the interruptions. The winter session of Parliament will continue until Dec 20. Opposition Plans to Introduce No-Confidence Motion Against Rajya Sabha […]
The H5N1 bird flu virus, rapidly spreading among US animals, could need just one mutation for human transmission, warns a Scripps Research study. With a 50% fatality rate, experts stress monitoring animal infections to prevent mutations. Though no human-to-human cases exist, officials fear the virus’s evolution could lead to a pandemic. Findings emphasize vigilance in […]
A large-scale rescue operation is underway in Rajasthan’s Dausa district after five-year-old Aryan Meena fell into a 150-foot open borewell. Oxygen is being supplied, and a camera monitors his condition. The SDRF and NDRF are leading the efforts, using two methods: digging a parallel pit and attempting a direct rescue. Local authorities and villagers are […]
Padma Vibhushan SM Krishna, a ex-CM, External Affairs Minister, and Governor, played a pivotal role in US President John F. Kennedy’s 1960 election campaign as a law student. Krishna’s efforts in Indian-American communities were acknowledged by Kennedy in a 1961 letter, where he expressed gratitude, stating that Krishna’s dedication was crucial to his victory.
In Odisha, AI cameras installed in the Rourkela Forest Division successfully prevented a potential train-elephant collision. The cameras detected a herd approaching the railway line, sending alerts to halt the train. Retired forest officer Susanta Nanda shared the success on X, noting that the initiative, funded by RSP, is being expanded to other forest divisions, […]
Shaktikanta Das bid farewell as he prepares to leave the RBI Governor’s office after the appointment of Sanjay Malhotra as the 26th chief. In a post on X, Das expressed gratitude for the support he received, thanking PM Modi for the opportunity and guidance. He also thanked Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman for her support during […]
Japan’s atomic bomb survivors’ group, Nihon Hidankyo, will receive the 2024 Nobel Peace Prize for its fight against nuclear weapons. Co-chair Terumi Tanaka, a survivor of Nagasaki, emphasized the danger of nuclear threats, especially from Russia. The group works to eliminate nuclear arms, sharing testimonies from Hiroshima and Nagasaki survivors, highlighting the devastating impact ...
Syrian rebels, who ousted President Bashar Assad, announced they would not impose any religious dress code on women and will ensure personal freedom. A statement on social media from the General Command said that women’s clothing and appearance, including modesty, should not be interfered with. The rebels stressed the importance of respecting people’s rights for […]