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Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw said that railways will continue to provide concession to travelers. But, ticket subsidies have seen a significant reduction over the years, with latest figures indicating a decrease of almost 6%. “If the cost of a service is ₹100, we are charging only ₹54, which translates to a 47% subsidy. Currently, ₹56,993 […]
Centre has extended the deadline for the Commission of Inquiry investigating the violence in Manipur until May 20, 2025. The commission, led by former Gauhati High Court Chief Justice Ajai Lamba, was set up on June 4, 2023. It is tasked with probing the causes and spread of the violence that began on May 3, […]
Madhya Pradesh High Court ordered Rahul Sahu to plant 50 indigenous trees within a month as part of his apology in a criminal contempt case. The bench, comprising Justice Sanjeev Sachdeva and Justice Vinay Saraf, directed that the trees be planted in Sambalgarh, Morena district, under the supervision of the Sub Divisional Officer (Forest), within […]
Google has selected Hyderabad to establish its first Safety Engineering Centre (GSEC) in the APAC region, after Tokyo, making it the fifth such facility globally, following Dublin, Munich, and Malaga. Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy announced the partnership on social media, alongside Industries and IT Minister D. Sridhar Babu, after meeting Google’s global team led […]
Adani Defence and Aerospace has delivered a second Drishti-10 Starliner surveillance drone to the Indian Navy, enhancing maritime capabilities to monitor shipping lines and mitigate piracy. Following the delivery of the first Drishti-10 earlier this year, the second UAV, based on Israel’s Hermes 900, was inducted into naval operations at Porbandar, Gujarat, sources confirmed.
A viral social media post has criticized Zepto, a quick-commerce startup, and its CEO, Aadit Palicha, alleging late-night meetings and a high employee turnover rate. The post, shared by a former employee, claims that 10 employees leave weekly, with Palicha reportedly starting work at 2 PM and holding meetings until 2 AM. It also mentions […]
Enforcement Directorate unearthed evidence of misconduct in the transfer of 14 sites by the Mysore Urban Development Authority to Karnataka’s CM Siddaramaiah’s wife. The probe indicates illegal allocation of 1095 sites through Benami transactions. These allocations could potentially be in favor of CM’s family. Findings have been reported to Karnataka Lokayukta for further action.
Madras High Court denied an interim order to restrain individuals or social media channels from reviewing films within three days of their release. Justice S. Sounthar, hearing a petition by the Tamil Film Active Producers Association (TFAPA), stated that reviewers are entitled to express their opinions. TFAPA’s advocate argued that such reviews could defame filmmakers […]
Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman described the BJP-led Mahayuti alliance’s victory in Maharashtra as unexpected and unprecedented. She said that the result was a significant message for Viksit Bharat. Congratulating Fadnavis as Maharashtra BJP’s legislative party leader, she highlighted the clear mandate from 14 crore voters, signaling a strong message after LS and Haryana ...
Chaos erupted in the Lok Sabha on Wednesday after police stopped Congress MP Rahul Gandhi from visiting violence-hit Sambhal, Uttar Pradesh. Congress MP Mohammad Jawed raised the issue, calling it intolerable and inappropriate to obstruct the Leader of Opposition. Gandhi, along with other leaders, was halted at the Ghazipur border.
Delhi LG VK Saxena has raised concerns over the neglect of Punjabi, an official language, in govt schools. He criticized a report submitted by the Punjabi Academy, calling it incomplete and inconclusive. Saxena has ordered a thorough re-examination of the issue and directed the Chief Secretary to consult all stakeholders for a comprehensive investigation.
President Emmanuel Macron urged French lawmakers to prioritize national interests over personal ambitions, rejecting a no-confidence motion that could destabilize the govt. Macron expressed confidence that politicians would act responsibly, dismissing the motion as politically driven.
Devendra Fadnavis, elected to lead the Maharashtra BJP Legislative Party, called the Assembly polls historic and echoed PM Modi’s slogans “Ek Hain to Safe Hain” and “Modi Hai to Mumkin Hai.” He confirmed his swearing-in as CM on Dec 5 at Azad Maidan, Mumbai, thanking party leaders, including Eknath Shinde, Ajit Pawar, and Ramdas Athawle.
The Indian Navy will conduct a major operational demonstration off Puri, Odisha, for Navy Day 2024, showcasing its capabilities. President Droupadi Murmu will attend as the chief guest, alongside other officials. The demonstration will involve 90,000 tonnes of naval units, weapons, and sensors capable of neutralizing threats within a 300 km radius.
The Delhi High Court temporarily halted the arrest of activist Nadeem Khan, accused of promoting enmity through a viral video. Justice Jasmeet Singh emphasized the country’s unity, stating that the common man isn’t fragile and highlighting the importance of protecting fundamental rights, particularly under Article 19(1)(a), which safeguards freedom of expression in a democratic nation.