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Karnataka Deputy CM DK Shivakumar accused opposition of nitpicking and claimed that the Congress has been always committed to pro-poor policies. He was responding to criticism over recent government decisions to review Below Poverty Line (BPL) cards. He defended the Congress’s track record while lashing out at BJP and JD(S). BJP is only trying to […]
Train services on Eastern Railway’s Asansol Division were disrupted after a passenger train collided with a truck at a level crossing between Jasidih and Shankarpur stations. The truck, carrying alabaster, entered a closed level crossing gate and collided with the Jhajha-Asansol MEMU train. The impact caused the derailment of four engine wheels, but no injuries […]
India’s women’s hockey team reached the final of the Women’s Asian Champions Trophy after defeating Japan 2-0 in the semi-final at Rajgir, Bihar. Following strong performances in the league stage, Salima Tete’s team maintained their aggressive play throughout the match. After a fiercely contested three quarters, India secured victory with two goals in the thrilling [&hel...
A US company is providing employees with a safe outlet to anonymously “scold” their bosses. Founded by stand-up comedian Calimar White, OCDA (Operating as a non-profit) resonated with workers hesitant to express grievances. The company dispatches a trained “scolder” to their workplace to confront the specified boss or colleague. This “scolder” delivers a forc...
Honda Activa, a popular choice in the two-wheeler market, is reportedly set to launch a CNG variant, offering an impressive mileage of around 100 km, making it an ideal option for daily commuters. The CNG version is expected to maintain the scooter’s stable design while introducing eco-friendly fuel efficiency. Additionally, Honda plans to offer an […]
Allari Naresh is set to star in the rural action drama ‘Bachhala Malli’, which has already garnered attention with its first-look poster and teaser. The film will showcase Naresh in a new, intense avatar, differing from his usual comedic roles. The movie is confirmed for a December 20, 2024 release, with Naresh calling it a […]
India unveiled an ambitious plan to construct a moon-orbiting space station by 2040. This aims to establish a sustainable human presence beyond Earth’s orbit. The proposed station will facilitate crewed lunar missions and support scientific research. This represents a significant milestone in India’s growing space exploration efforts. ISRO outlined a phased approach to achieve this ...
Madras High Court has restrained the Music Academy in Chennai from presenting the Sangita Kalanidhi MS Subbulakshmi Award 2024 to Carnatic singer TM Krishna. The court’s ruling came after a petition by MS Subbulakshmi’s grandson, Srinivasan, citing the musician’s will. Krishna denied allegations of trivializing Subbulakshmi’s achievements, while some Carnatic artists opp...
Due to worsening air quality, Gurugram authorities have mandated a 50% work-from-home policy for private institutions & multinational companies starting November 20, 2024. Deputy Commissioner of Gurugram shared on X, stating the move aligns with the Commission for Air Quality Management’s directive. Policy aims to reduce pollution levels & support GRAP measures for better air [&he...
PhonePe announced that it has reached 6.4 million ratings on the Apple App Store in India, with an impressive average rating of 4.7 stars. This milestone makes PhonePe the top-rated app in India, surpassing YouTube, Instagram, and WhatsApp. The achievement reflects the app’s superior user interface, high transaction success rates, and strong user preference.
Chaos erupted at Jaipur airport after the pilot of an Air India flight (AI-2022) refused to fly the plane citing completion of duty hours. The flight was diverted to Jaipur due to poor visibility in Delhi. It was carrying over 180 passengers from Paris to Delhi. After completing his duty hours, the pilot refused to […]
Virat Kohli’s unreal dedication to cricket stirred up a storm on social media. Kohli was practicing for the first INDvsAUS test at Perth. But, rain forced them to stop training. But, Kohli was not ready to stop and continued to bat until the downpour got heavier. As per reports, Indian batters had an extended practice […]
A double murder occurred in Ghaziabad, where a 23-year-old man allegedly strangled his sister-in-law and her three-month-old daughter at their home, seeking revenge for past grievances, according to police reports on Tuesday. The suspect, identified as Zeeshan, has been apprehended. Investigations indicate he felt wronged by the woman and her family. A surviving daughter escaped.
India Meteorological Department has issued an alert as severe smog continues to blanket Delhi-NCR. Shallow to moderate fog/smog is expected to persist, along with deteriorating air quality, posing health risks to residents. On Nov 19, pollution levels reached 488, categorized as ‘severe plus.’ As a result, GRAP Stage 4 guidelines have been implemented, banning truck […]
Life Insurance Corporation (LIC) website is facing intense criticism for setting Hindi as the default language on its homepage. This sparked outrage, particularly in Tamil Nadu, where political leaders are voicing their concerns about Hindi imposition. LIC issued a statement, “Our Corporate website was not shuffling language pages due to some technical problem. The issue […]