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The Hyderabad National Book Fair 2024 will be held at Telangana Kala Bharathi, NTR Stadium, from Dec 19-29. The fair will feature over 347 stalls, including English, Telugu, and government stalls, and showcase books in various languages. 2 stages will host cultural performances and book launches. Telangana delicacies, a mobile healthcare center, and wheelchairs for […]
Canada has announced a C$1.3 billion plan to bolster border security, including deploying an aerial intelligence task force with drones, helicopters, and surveillance towers. The move addresses US concerns over migrants and fentanyl at the northern border and aims to prevent potential tariffs. The plan also enhances intelligence-gathering.
The Central govt has announced that the Indian Embassy in North Korea will be restored. India has increasingly focused on the Korean peninsula in light of recent geopolitical changes. At this time, the U.S. Embassy in North Korea will also reopen this month. It is worth noting that India had closed its embassy in North […]
The Karnataka Assembly passed a bill imposing a ₹500 cess on car and bike registrations and an additional 3% fee on transport vehicles, raising vehicle registration costs. Approved by Governor Thaawarchand Gehlot in March 2024, the amended law includes a lifetime tax on EVs, with a 10% tax on EVs priced over ₹25 lakh.
Chennai-born Caitlin Sandra Neil, a 19-year-old UC Davis student, was crowned Miss India USA 2024 at the pageant in New Jersey. Caitlin, living in the USA for 14 years, aims to promote women’s empowerment and literacy. Sanskriti Sharma won Mrs. India USA, and Arshita Kathpalia claimed Miss Teen India USA. Forty-seven contestants from 25 states […]
Russia’s Health Ministry announced a breakthrough cancer vaccine set for launch in early 2025, to be provided free to patients. Developed by the Radiology Medical Research Center, preclinical trials showed it suppresses tumor growth and metastases. Amid rising cancer rates in Russia, President Putin earlier hinted at progress on next-generation cancer vaccines and immunomodulatory drugs.
The Jharkhand govt has begun legal action to recover ₹1.36 lakh crore in coal dues from the Centre. A notification issued on Tuesday authorizes the Secretary of Revenue, Registration, and Land Reforms to initiate the process. The move follows a cabinet decision to pursue legal action, addressing issues with Coal India’s subsidiaries and royalty dues.
US Congress unveiled a stopgap measure on Tuesday to fund federal agencies through March 14, preventing a partial shutdown. The $6.2 trillion measure includes $100.4 billion in emergency funding for disaster recovery and military projects. With a narrow Republican majority, Speaker Mike Johnson may need Democratic support to pass the bill before the Saturday shutdown […]
The govt of AP organized a state-level workshop on the implementation of the centre’s Jal Jeevan Mission. The workshop was held under the auspices of the Rural Water Supply and Sanitation Dept. Deputy CM Pawan Kalyan inaugurated the program as the chief guest, with top officials from all districts participating in this crucial event.
Tokyo-based Space One’s second attempt to launch its Kairos No 2 rocket was aborted just 10 minutes after lift-off today. The rocket, carrying five small satellites, lost stability shortly after launch in Wakayama, Japan. This follows a failed debut flight in March, where the rocket exploded. Space One is investigating the cause, aiming to become […]
Congress MP Manickam Tagore submitted an Adjournment Motion Notice in the Lok Sabha over Union Home Minister Amit Shah’s comments about Dr. BR Ambedkar. He criticized Shah for trivializing Ambedkar’s contributions and called his remarks blasphemous. The Congress has demanded a strong condemnation from the House and an apology for undermining Ambedkar’s pivotal role in […]
The 4th day of the Telangana Legislative Assembly and Council sessions has begun, with 2 bills set to be introduced today. CM Revanth will present the State Payments of Salaries and Pensions bill in the house, while I&B Minister Ponguleti will introduce the ROR-2024 bill. Both bills will be discussed and are expected to be […]
A total of 20 BJP MPs, including Nitin Gadkari, Giriraj Singh, and Jyotiraditya Scindia, are facing potential notices for skipping the Lok Sabha session on the introduction of the One Nation, One Election Bill. The party had issued a three-line whip, but their absence has prompted action. The Bill passed its introductory phase despite opposition […]
Chinese President Xi Jinping will visit Macau for 3 days, starting Wednesday, to mark the 25th anniversary of Chinese rule since the 1999 handover. He will attend the inauguration of Macau’s new administration and conduct an inspection tour. Sam Hou-fai, the former head of Macau’s highest court, will be sworn in as the city’s fourth […]
Union Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia highlighted govt efforts to combat cyber fraud and telecom security issues. He noted that a cyber fraud network set up by the Home Ministry had prevented fraud worth ₹4,000 crore and saved nearly 10 lakh in public money. The telecom sector disconnected 2.75 lakh phone numbers and blacklisted 10,000 headers using […]