Over 86,000 people visited Nagaland’s Hornbill Festival in its first five days, including 1,715 foreigners and 22,546 domestic tourists. The 10-day event, which began on December 1, features traditional performances, the Naga tug-of-war competition, and the Hornbill International Music Festival. Activities are also being held across four districts: Dimapur, Phek, Wokha, and Zunheboto.
The Telangana government is planning to introduce a semester-based system for Class 10 students across the state. To reduce stress on students, the government is expected to conduct exams every six months, making the Class 10 exams occur twice a year. To finalize this plan, the government is gathering opinions from teachers, parents, and academicians […]
The Delhi High Court on Friday denied Arvind Kejriwal’s request to advance the hearing of his petition challenging a trial court’s order in a money laundering case. Justice Manoj Kumar Ohri stated that the matter would be heard on Dec 20 as scheduled. Kejriwal’s counsel then requested the ED to provide a copy of their […]
Maharashtra CM Devendra Fadnavis revealed that Eknath Shinde agreed to be his deputy after Fadnavis reached out to the Shiv Sena chief two days before the swearing-in. While addressing an interview, Fadnavis, who assumed office for his third term on Friday, discussed how Shinde was convinced and the factors behind the Mahayuti’s significant poll mandate.
Mobile internet and bulk messaging services in Ambala, Haryana, are suspended until December 9 ahead of a farmers’ march demanding legal guarantees for Minimum Support Prices. Authorities cited concerns over unrest and misinformation. Security has been heightened with roadblocks, water cannons, and closed schools. This is the second farmers’ attempt to march to Delhi this […]
India’s food processing sector attracted $368.37 million in FDI until September FY24, with major investments from Ireland, Singapore, and Mauritius. Initiatives like PLISFPI and PMFME have created jobs and boosted global competitiveness. Organic food exports reached $447.73 million in FY25’s first eight months, with total exports at 263,050 metric tonnes, surpassing last year’...
The Bangladesh Hindu Buddhist Christian Unity Council has condemned recent attacks on Hindus in Sunamganj. The violence, which occurred on Dec 3, targeted over 100 Hindu homes and businesses in Manglargaon and Monigaon East Gunigram, causing damages exceeding 1.5 million taka. The council demands swift govt action, arrests of the attackers, and compensation for the […]
INDIA bloc MPs, led by Congress leaders Rahul and Priyanka Gandhi, held a silent protest outside Parliament over the US indictment of Gautam Adani in a bribery case. Opposition leaders wore black masks with the slogan “Modi Adani ek hai.” Priyanka Gandhi criticized the BJP for avoiding the topic, claiming they were afraid to address […]
Telangana CM Revanth Reddy unveiled plans to make one crore SHG women financially independent through initiatives like subsidized LPG, free bus travel, and solar power projects. Speaking at “Indira Mahila Shakti Bazar,” he emphasized expanding SHG membership to one crore. Reddy pledged district visits next year to meet one lakh women each, aiming to create […]
Security has been heightened in Ayodhya for the 32nd Babri Masjid demolition anniversary. CRPF, PAC, ATS, and police patrol the city, ensuring safety for devotees. Additional measures are in place in Sambhal following a November 24 stone-pelting incident at Shahi Jama Masjid. The 1992 demolition led to riots nationwide, leaving over 1,000 dead and devastating […]
Bangladesh summoned Shikder Mohammad Ashrafur Rahman, Acting Deputy High Commissioner in Kolkata, for urgent consultations following protests over attacks on Hindu minorities. The protests outside the mission have been ongoing, and Rahman will join next week’s foreign secretary-level talks. Additionally, the Bangladesh mission in Agartala suspended visa services for security reasons.
Chaos broke out in Rajya Sabha after a bundle of cash was found at Congress MP Abhishek Manu Singhvi’s seat during an anti-sabotage check. Vice President Jagdeep Dhankhar confirmed the discovery, adding the matter is under probe. Congress chief Mallikarjun Kharge opposed identifying the MP, while Singhvi denied knowledge of the incident and stated he […]
India has increased border surveillance after reports of Bangladesh deploying Turkish-made Bayraktar TB2 drones near West Bengal. The drones, used by Bangladesh’s 67th Army for surveillance and reconnaissance, are seen as strategically significant amid rising anti-India activities following the ousting of Sheikh Hasina’s govt. India is monitoring the situation closely.
Shiromani Akali Dal leader Sukhbir Singh Badal resumed his seva as a ‘sewadar’ at Takhat Sri Kesgarh Sahib in Anandpur Sahib on Friday morning. Despite being a Z-protectee, Badal performed his duties, dressed in a blue uniform with a spear in hand, just days after surviving an assassination attempt at the Golden Temple.
Union Jal Shakti Minister CR Patil announced that he will soon visit the ongoing Polavaram project. He stated that since Chandrababu Naidu became the Chief Minister of Andhra Pradesh, the project’s progress has accelerated. Patil added that the NDA govt aims to complete Polavaram by 2027. He also mentioned that the central government has already […]