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A section of a historic bridge on the Ganga, connecting Kanpur and Unnao, collapsed early Tuesday. Built in 1874 by the Avadh and Rohilkhand Railway Limited, the bridge had been closed since 2021 after cracks appeared. The collapse occurred around 2 am, but no injuries were reported, as the bridge had been closed for traffic […]
The Indian government expressed concern over the arrest and denial of bail to Chinmoy Krishna Das, a Hindu monk, amidst rising attacks on minorities in Bangladesh. The Ministry of External Affairs condemned the violence and urged Bangladesh to ensure the safety of Hindus and all minorities, as well as their right to peaceful assembly and […]
Tollywood actor Sritej has been booked at Kukatpally Police Station after a woman accused him of deceiving her with a marriage promise. A case has been filed under sections BNS 69, 115(2), and 318(2). This is not his first complaint at the station, as he was previously involved in a controversy linked to a woman’s […]
The BJP criticized Rahul Gandhi for allegedly disrespecting President Droupadi Murmu during Constitution Day celebrations. BJP leader Amit Malviya shared videos showing Gandhi distracted during the national anthem, attempting to sit while others stood, and leaving without greeting the president. He also accused Gandhi, stating Congress disrespects SC, ST, and OBCs.
AP Deputy CM Pawan Kalyan met Union Jal Shakti Minister Chandrakant Raghunath Patil this afternoon. The Jana Sena chief stated that his government has inherited the mistakes of the previous YSRCP administration and is committed to correcting them. He emphasized that the primary goal of his government is to ensure safe drinking water for all.
Ahead of the Supreme Court hearing on the NCP’s symbol dispute, Sharad Pawar’s camp accused Ajit Pawar of attempting to confuse voters and unfairly capitalize on the goodwill associated with the ‘clock’ symbol. In its affidavit, Sharad Pawar’s faction has requested the court’s permission to submit six documents to support this claim. However, the hearing [&he...
The Enforcement Directorate (ED) conducted searches in Kolkata on Tuesday at multiple locations tied to the Prayag Group as part of its investigation into a chit fund scam. Among the places raided were a senior Prayag official’s residence in New Alipore and a guest house in Joka. The group allegedly raised over ₹1,900 crore through […]
Shashikant Ruia, the 81-year-old co-founder of the Essar Group, passed away today due to age-related ailments. The Essar Group expressed its condolences on his demise, highlighting his contributions to society. Ruia provided employment to millions and significantly impacted their lives through numerous philanthropic initiatives. Essar Group said, “Ruia evolved into an extraordinary leader...
The KSRTC Staff and Workers’ Federation, along with other unions, has called for a statewide strike on December 31, demanding the Karnataka govt settle unpaid arrears and gratuity payments. The government owes ₹1,750 crores from a 2020 salary hike and ₹399.29 crore in gratuity. Despite promises of a salary increase in January 2024, no official […]
For the first time, robotic fire tenders will be deployed at Mahakumbh 2025 to enhance safety at the world’s largest spiritual gathering. Three robotic fire tenders, weighing 20-25 kg, will assist in reaching inaccessible areas and extinguishing fires with precision. Additionally, 200 trained fire commandos will be stationed to manage emergencies, ensuring faster and safer […]
Karnataka Deputy CM DK Shivakumar announced plans to rejuvenate the Vrushabhavathi River and develop Basavanagudi into a heritage corridor under the Brand Bengaluru initiative. He highlighted the significance of the “Kadlekai Parishe” (peanut fair) and assured support for farmers. Shivakumar also addressed concerns over BPL card cancellations, pledging no inconvenience for the poor.
A court in Bangladesh on Tuesday denied bail to Hindu religious leader Chinmoy Krishna Das Prabhu and upheld the sedition case filed against him for his outspoken stance on minority rights. Prabhu, who led protests against atrocities on Hindus, was arrested by Dhaka Police’s Detective Branch at the Dhaka airport on November 25.
Violent protests by Imran Khan’s supporters in Islamabad led to the deaths of 4 paramilitary personnel and 2 policemen, with over 100 security officials injured. In response, the federal government deployed the army and issued shoot-on-sight orders. Protests intensified as Khan’s Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf supporters advanced towards the capital, with the govt vowing to prevent their ...
The Supreme Court dismissed a petition seeking paper ballots instead of EVMs in elections, citing concerns about EVM tampering. The petitioner, KA Paul, referenced Elon Musk’s claims about EVM vulnerabilities. The bench rejected the plea, pointing out the inconsistency of such claims when leaders win. The petition also proposed measures against electoral corruption and violence.
Ex-Chief Justice DY Chandrachud responded to Rahul Gandhi’s comment about the opposition taking on the judiciary’s task, emphasizing that the judiciary’s role is to scrutinize laws, not to act as the opposition in Parliament or state legislatures. In an interview, he clarified that there is a distinct space in democracy for political opposition, which the […]