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In 2023, South Korea reported 3,661 “lonely deaths,” up from 3,559 the previous year, with middle-aged and elderly men comprising over half of the cases. The term “kodoksa” refers to deaths occurring in social isolation. The report highlights the need for policies addressing solitary deaths to align with suicide prevention efforts, especially for younger individuals [&he...
The Supreme Court has agreed to hear a plea seeking a time-bound restoration of J&K’s statehood. Senior advocate Gopal Sankaranarayanan, representing petitioners Zahoor Ahmad Bhat and Khurshaid Ahmad Malik, requested an urgent hearing before a bench led by CJI DY Chandrachud. The plea follows a previous judgment emphasizing a time-bound restoration of statehood.
Hyundai India and the ‘Samarth’ initiative marked its first anniversary on Thursday, celebrating achievements in supporting the specially abled. Launched in 2023 with Shah Rukh Khan, the program introduced accessible car accessories, wheelchair-friendly showrooms, and NGO partnerships. The event honored seven Paralympians and announced the Samarth Hero Awards.
Triumph Motorcycles India has introduced a new color option, ‘Pearl Metallic White,’ for the Scrambler 400X, joining the existing Phantom Black/Silver Ice, Carnival Red, and Matte Khaki Green. Priced at ₹2.64 lakh (ex-showroom), it retains its 398 cc engine with 39.5 bhp. Key features include switchable ABS and traction control, competing with Yezdi Scrambler and […]
Govt has selected eight AI projects from leading Indian institutions to promote ethical AI development under the IndiaAI Mission. These projects address themes such as Machine Unlearning, AI Bias Mitigation, and Explainable AI. With over 2,000 proposals received, the initiative aligns with the govt’s vision for inclusive growth and aims to enhance India’s leadership in […]
Chiranjeevi fans are disappointed as “Vishwambhara” will not release during the Sankranthi 2024 season, being postponed to accommodate Ram Charan’s “Game Changer.” The delay is attributed to dissatisfaction with the film’s VFX, which both Chiranjeevi and viewers found lacking. Chiranjeevi has reportedly requested director Vassistha to improve the graphics, se...
Opposition leaders criticized Canadian PM Justin Trudeau for admitting his govt had intelligence inputs, not concrete proof, against India in the killing of Khalistani terrorist Hardeep Singh Nijjar. Congress spokesperson Shama Mohamed labeled Trudeau a joke, while TMC MP Saket Gokhale condemned his hypocrisy and criticized the ‘Five Eyes’ alliance for supporting Canada’s alle...
A Bangladeshi court on Thursday issued an arrest warrant for exiled ex-PM Sheikh Hasina, who fled to India in Aug after being ousted by a student-led revolution. Chief prosecutor Mohammad Tajul Islam stated that Hasina must appear in court on Nov 18. Her 15-year tenure was marked by serious human rights violations, including mass detentions […]
Maruti Suzuki India Limited announced it has achieved a 1-crore cumulative production milestone at its Manesar facility in Haryana, making it the fastest Suzuki facility to reach this mark in just 18 years. Managing Director Hisashi Takeuchi expressed gratitude to customers, employees, and the Indian govt for their support. Facility, operational since 2006, produces several […]
Nidhhi Agerwal, who became a sensation with “iSmart Shankar,” is currently balancing multiple projects, including Pawan Kalyan’s “Hari Hara Veera Mallu” and Prabhas’ “The Raja Saab.” She recently shared on social media that she filmed for both movies on the same day, one in Andhra Pradesh and the other in Telangana. Fans are praising her […]
The BJP leader Nayab Singh Saini was sworn in as Haryana’s chief minister for the second time on Thursday. The ceremony was attended by PM Modi, Union Home Minister Amit Shah, and several CM’s from BJP-ruled states, including Madhya Pradesh’s Mohan Yadav and Uttar Pradesh’s Yogi Adityanath. Haryana Governor Bandaru Dattatreya administered the oath.
Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah on Thursday declared that all govt residential schools in the state will be renamed Maharishi Valmiki Residential Schools. Furthermore, Raichur University will also be rebranded as Maharishi Valmiki University. In honor of the legendary poet’s birth anniversary, various state govts have declared a public holiday for schools, colleges, banks, and govt offices.
Heavy rain is affecting coastal Andhra Pradesh’s Rayalaseema due to a depression over the Bay of Bengal, disrupting normal life. Turbulent seas have caused damage in Visakhapatnam and Kakinada. Authorities issued warning signals at several ports, and the IMD forecasts more rainfall and strong winds. Chief Minister Chandrababu Naidu urged officials to stay vigilant.
Mohanlal’s children’s fantasy drama “Barroz,” delayed due to post-production issues, is now set to release on December 19, 2024, during the Christmas season. Directed by Mohanlal and written by Jijo Punnoose, the film is bankrolled by Antony Perumbavoor of Aashirvad Cinemas. “Barroz” features Maya, Cesar Lorente Raton, Kallirroi Tziafeta, Tuhin Menon, and Gur...
After the ECI’s announcement of poll dates, various government departments in Maharashtra removed recently published orders from their official websites due to the enforcement of the model code of conduct. Additional Chief Electoral Officer Kiran Kulkarni stated that the orders were taken down after 3:30 PM on Tuesday, when the poll schedule was announced, but […]