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Indian stock markets closed higher on Thursday, ending a three-day decline as easing geopolitical tensions boosted sentiment. The Sensex rose 398 points to 82,307, while Nifty gained 132 points to 25,290. PSU banks and media stocks led gains, while mid- and small-cap indices also advanced on broad-based buying.
Researchers from IIT Bombay and IIT Mandi used tiny nano-robots to study how bacteria move together in water, changing direction simultaneously. The experiment aims to better understand basic movements of living organisms. In the future, such nano-robots could be sent into human blood vessels to deliver medicines directly to diseased areas.
A Telangana youth lured by a fake high-paying job was rescued from Cambodia after being trapped by cybercrime gangs. He had travelled on a tourist visa and was forced into online fraud. Indian Embassy officials coordinated the rescue. Police warned job seekers against unverified social media offers and urged use of authorised overseas employment channels.
The Supreme Court rejected a plea to stop Prasar Bharati from calling BCCI’s cricket team “Team India.” The bench said the petition was a waste of court time. It noted that the team represents India internationally, and referring to it as “Team India” by Doordarshan or AIR is appropriate, despite BCCI being private.
At least 10 Army personnel were killed and seven injured after a military vehicle carrying 17 soldiers plunged into a 200-foot gorge in Jammu and Kashmir’s Doda district. The accident occurred at Khanni Top on the Bhaderwah–Chamba road while heading to a high-altitude post. Rescue operations continue; critically injured soldiers were airlifted to Udhampur hospital.
Police in Uttar Pradesh’s Moradabad suspect an honour killing after bodies of a 24-year-old Muslim man and an 18-year-old Hindu woman were found behind a temple. The pair had gone missing earlier. Police allege the woman’s brothers murdered both, recovered bodies on disclosure, detained two accused, and ordered a videographed postmortem examination.
The Drugs Control Department warned Telangana medical shop owners against selling antibiotics without a doctor’s prescription. Show-cause notices were issued to 190 shops. Officials cautioned that improper antibiotic use can cause antimicrobial resistance, a serious health risk, and emphasized that all sales must follow valid doctor prescriptions.
Weight loss seekers often choose green tea or lemon water. Green tea boosts metabolism and fat oxidation due to catechins and caffeine, aiding calorie burn. Lemon water supports detoxification and hydration, helping control appetite. Experts suggest combining both—starting the day with warm lemon water and consuming green tea later—for better results.
Andhra Pradesh is examining Australia’s proposal to ban social media use for children under 16, state minister Nara Lokesh said at Davos. He cited concerns over young users’ exposure to harmful content. While India has parental controls, experts warn a full ban may face technological challenges. The move aligns with global efforts to regulate Big […]
The Supreme Court permitted both Hindus and Muslims to pray at the disputed Bhojshala–Kamal Maula complex in Madhya Pradesh’s Dhar on Friday. Hindus may worship from sunrise to sunset on Basant Panchami, while Muslims can offer namaz from 1–3 pm. The court urged restraint as heavy security was deployed, following petitions and long-standing religious dispute
IAS officer Sanjeev Khirwar, embroiled in a 2022 controversy over allegedly clearing Delhi’s Thyagaraj Stadium early to walk his dog, has been appointed Municipal Corporation of Delhi commissioner. A 1994-batch AGMUT cadre officer, he was earlier transferred to Ladakh and now returns as MCD faces administrative challenges after a high-profile public row.
The World Economic Forum has shown interest in partnering with Telangana’s Rising 2047 vision. CM Revanth met WEF leaders at Davos and explained plans to make Telangana a USD 3 trillion economy. Focus areas include electric vehicles, renewable energy, skill development, healthcare innovation, and sustainable cities.
PM Kisan beneficiaries are declining in Telangana. The main reasons are the unchanged 2019 cut-off date and the rule allowing only one member per family. Although about 69 lakh farmers are eligible for investment support, the Centre is helping only 31.19 lakh farmers. Mandatory 11-digit Farmer ID may reduce beneficiaries in the 20th installment period.
The Supreme Court today refused to issue omnibus directions on a PIL seeking stampede-prevention guidelines for large gatherings, citing limits of judicial intervention. A bench led by CJI Surya Kant allowed the petitioner to approach the Home Ministry and Election Commission, observing that crowd management policy falls under the executive and domain experts.
Karnataka Governor Thaawarchand Gehlot cut short his address to the joint legislature today after reading just two lines at the start of the budget session. Objecting to paragraphs on controversial MGNREGA overhaul legislation, he said the speech resembled government propaganda, disrupting the customary outline of policies and priorities.