A study in “The Lancet Planetary Health” links 1.5 million deaths in India annually (2009-2019) to long-term exposure to PM2.5 pollution. Researchers found that nearly 82% of India’s population lives in areas with harmful PM2.5 levels, exceeding both WHO and national standards. The study highlights significant regional variation, with the highest pollution levels in Delhi [&he...
Atul Subhash, a Bengaluru techie, took his life, leaving behind a viral video and note alleging harassment by his wife, her family, and a judge. Kangana Ranaut condemned the tragedy, blaming fake feminism for extortion and legal exploitation. She also claimed that the entire country is in shock. His video is heartbreaking.
Maharashtra CM Devendra Fadnavis is in Delhi to discuss ministerial distribution with BJP, Shiv Sena, and NCP leaders. The formula allocates 20 seats to BJP, 12 to Shiv Sena, and 10 to NCP, following a landslide victory. Eknath Shinde’s absence raises doubts about his acceptance after Fadnavis replaced him as CM. Discussions with Amit Shah, […]
The Patna Metro Rail Project is progressing rapidly, with the Bihar govt aiming to launch the five-station priority corridor by August 15 next year. This timeline coincides with the Bihar Assembly polls in 2025, as the govt aims to showcase the metro as a key achievement. A review meeting confirmed the goal to start operations […]
The BBMP plans to raise ₹19,000 crore for Bengaluru’s Twin Tunnel Project by mortgaging properties, with state-backed loans. Meanwhile, CM Siddaramaiah remains committed to building 100 homes for Wayanad landslide victims, drawing criticism from BJP. The tunnel project is part of a ₹43,000-crore initiative to improve city traffic, despite financial challenges and political debate.
Sub-divisional officer Santosh Tripathi reported that the Uttar Pradesh Electricity Department and police demolished illegal encroachments in Sambhal. Some residents had encroached so far that electricity poles were inside their homes. He added that some were involved in electricity theft using old, discontinued meters. Action was taken to remove encroachments during bulldozer operation.
Nayanthara opened up about her clash with Dhanush in an interview with “The Hollywood Reporter India.” She explained that she sought permission to use four lines from Dhanush’s film “Naanum Rowdy Dhaan” in her wedding documentary but was denied. The dispute escalated when Dhanush filed a lawsuit over unauthorized BTS footage. Nayan clarified that her […]
Tamil Nadu BJP President K Annamalai defended his meeting with industrialist Gautam Adani, stating it was “not a sin” and accusing Congress and DMK of misleading the public with protests over Adani’s links to the party. He criticized them for falsely claiming Adani-BJP Ek Hai and urged CM MK Stalin to acknowledge Adani’s business in […]
In Gwalior, a canteen owner at Kailash Talkies allegedly bit a man’s ear over a dispute about the snack bill during the screening of “Pushpa 2: The Rule.” The argument escalated into a fight, with the owner and his associates assaulting the victim. A case was registered, and investigations are ongoing. Meanwhile, “Pushpa 2” crossed […]
Union Home Minister Amit Shah will visit Chhattisgarh from December 13 to 15 for a high-level security review, focusing on anti-Naxal operations. Amit Shah will assess progress in the fight against Maoists, including recent successes and ongoing operations in Bastar. He is expected to visit a security forces’ forward base and review infrastructure work in […]
The Supreme Court will hear petitions today challenging the Places of Worship Act, 1991, which prohibits changing the character of religious sites as they were on August 15, 1947. Key petitions, including one by Ashwini Upadhyay, seek to invalidate sections 2, 3, and 4, while Subramanian Swamy urges the court to allow claims on disputed […]
During his official visit to India, Nepali Army Chief General Ashok Raj Sigdel met with Indian counterpart General Upendra Dwivedi in Delhi. India handed over target practice drones to Nepal to strengthen defence training and provide advanced medical equipment for improved field hospitals. The visit also included meetings with top Indian officials.
The ‘Facial Recognition’ system will be implemented in the Telangana Secretariat starting Thursday, December 12. Telangana Chief Secretary Shanti Kumari has issued orders mandating this system for all government employees receiving salaries through the Secretariat account, as well as contract and outsourcing staff.
FIFA officially confirmed Saudi Arabia as the host for the 2034 World Cup, marking a major milestone for the nation’s investment in global sports under Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman. The Saudi bid was the sole candidate and received unanimous support from over 200 FIFA member federations during a virtual meeting.
Thailand has announced that starting January 1, Indian travelers will be granted e-Visas. The 60-day visa exemption previously available to Indian tourists will remain in place. Additionally, the e-Visa fee can be paid offline. This new process aims to simplify travel for Indians visiting Thailand. For more information and complete details, travelers can visit the […]