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The National Green Tribunal warned that untreated sewage flowing into the Ganga in Prayagraj could harm the health of millions of pilgrims attending the Maha Kumbh Mela. The tribunal criticized the delay in preventive measures and urged the high-powered committee to take urgent action before the festival begins on Jan 14, 2024. It emphasized the […]
The Maharashtra govt declared a public holiday for Mahaparinirvan Divas on Friday, marking Dr. B.R. Ambedkar’s death anniversary. On this day, schools and banks across the state will remain closed. We remember Ambedkar, a key architect of India’s Constitution, for his fight against caste discrimination and his pivotal role in shaping India’s legal framework.
Gujarat Police arrested 12 people for impersonating ED officials and raiding Radhika Jewellers in Gandhidham, stealing gold, silver, and cash worth Rs 22.25 lakh. The mastermind, Shailendra Desai, planned the operation with associates Bharat Morwadia and Devayat Khachar. Police recovered the stolen items, and the suspects confessed. One suspect remains at large, and investigations are […]
Union Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw shared a video on X showcasing India’s first 410-meter Hyperloop test track, completed at IIT Madras’ Discovery Campus. A joint effort by Indian Railways, IIT-Madras’ Avishkar Hyperloop team, and TuTr Hyperloop, the project marks a milestone in India’s high-speed transport ambitions.
Sukhbir Singh Badal, leader of Shiromani Akali Dal, hugged two police officers, ASIs Jasbir Singh and Hira Singh, for saving his life during an assassination attempt at the Golden Temple in Amritsar. The attacker, former Khalistani terrorist Narain Singh Chaura, missed the shot, thanks to the officers’ quick actions. Badal expressed deep gratitude and praised […]
A huge earthquake occurred in Northern California, USA, and the magnitude of the earthquake was around 7 on the Richter scale. The United States has revealed that earthquakes have occurred in Petrolia, Scotia, Cobb and other areas due to this effect. In this order, the National Tsunami Center has issued tsunami warnings. However, more details […]
A huge earthquake occurred in Northern California, USA, and the magnitude of the earthquake was around 7 on the Richter scale. The United States has revealed that earthquakes have occurred in Petrolia, Scotia, Cobb and other areas due to this effect. In this order, the National Tsunami Center has issued tsunami warnings. However, more details […]
The West Bengal Assembly unanimously passed a motion urging the Centre to attract airlines for direct flights from Kolkata to Europe and the US. Moved by Minister Chandrima Bhattacharya, it emphasized collaboration to ease travel. Opposition leader Suvendu Adhikari supported the motion, pledging BJP MLAs’ participation in delegations to advocate for better connectivity.
A US judge rejected Boeing’s criminal settlement over the 737 MAX crashes, criticizing diversity policies at Boeing and the Justice Department. Judge Reed O’Connor expressed concerns that DEI initiatives could affect the fair selection of a compliance monitor. He stated that public confidence in the process would be undermined. The parties were given 30 days […]
Canada has banned 324 assault weapon models, raising the total to over 1,800. Announced ahead of the Ecole Polytechnique massacre anniversary, the move aims to curb gun violence and honor victims of mass shootings. Weapons collected under an amnesty until 2025 will be sent to Ukraine. Officials highlight this step as both domestic safety enforcement […]
Islamist-led rebels, led by Hayat Tahrir al-Sham (HTS), captured Hama, dealing a significant blow to President Assad’s forces after losing Aleppo. The rebels’ offensive prompted street battles, forcing a mass exodus of Alawite residents. Analysts warn of an advance towards Homs, as Syria’s dormant conflict reignites amidst unresolved tensions and the government’s loss of...
The Telangana High Court Judge granted bail to BRS MLA Padi Kaushik Reddy, imposing a fine of Rs. 5,000 and requiring two sureties. On Thursday, Kaushik Reddy was taken to Osmania Hospital for medical tests. Two days earlier, he had alleged at the Banjara Hills police station that his phone was being tapped. A case […]
Delhi Metro operations on the Blue Line were disrupted Thursday due to a cable theft between Moti Nagar and Kirti Nagar stations. Passengers faced hours of delays as trains were operated at restricted speeds. The Delhi Metro later confirmed that services were restored to normalcy after addressing the issue, allowing regular operations to resume on […]
Two people died, and 34 others fell ill in Tamil Nadu’s Pallavaram. This happened allegedly due to drinking contaminated water. The affected people, from areas including Pallavaram Cantonment, Malaimedu, and Kamaraj Street, experienced symptoms of diarrhea and vomiting over the past three days. Health Minister Ma Subramanian confirmed that 34 people admitted to government hospitals.
The wife of the slain CEO of United Healthcare revealed that he had received death threats before being shot in mid-Manhattan. The shooting, which occurred outside a Hilton hotel on Wednesday, shocked tourists in the city for the Rockefeller Center Christmas tree lighting. Police Commissioner Jessica Tisch confirmed it was a targeted attack.