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The govt of Andhra Pradesh is set to simplify civic services for residents through WhatsApp. To facilitate this, Facebook has signed a key agreement with Meta, its parent company. The agreement was signed in Delhi in the presence of IT Minister Lokesh, and representatives from Meta. With this, residents will be able to pay electricity, […]
West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee called on Bangladesh to release 84 fishermen jailed for illegally crossing the border. She emphasized the strong friendship between India and Bangladesh, noting that recent incidents involved two trawlers leading to 84 arrests. Banerjee acknowledged the need to determine if the fishermen entered accidentally, stressing legal efforts are being […]
The Ministry of Education has extended the registration deadline for the fifth phase of Yuva Sangam to October 25, 2024, due to increased interest. The program, open to youth aged 18–30, promotes cultural exchange and collaboration. So far, it has enabled 4,795 participants to explore diverse cultures through 114 tours across India.
The Supreme Court has set October 24 to hear a plea from former Chief Minister Sharad Pawar, challenging the use of the “clock” symbol by the Ajit Pawar-led faction of the NCP, alleging a violation of a court order. The bench, led by Justice Surya Kant, requested the Sharad Pawar faction to specify areas of […]
Union Information and Broadcasting Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia has unveiled the new official logo of Bharat Sanchar Nigam Limited (BSNL), the public sector telecom network. BSNL shared the announcement on ‘X’ account, stating that the new logo symbolizes confidence, strength, and nationwide reach. As the company prepares to launch new 5G services, it has updated the […]
Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah, facing Lokayukta and ED probes over alleged MUDA land irregularities, defended his integrity, stating he owns no house despite being CM. He accused the opposition, especially BJP, of targeting him unfairly due to his backward-class background. Siddaramaiah emphasized his accountability to the people, asking whether a CM should live in a rented […]
The West Bengal government has placed 7 districts on high alert due to Cyclone Dana’s potential impact, with wind gusts up to 120 km/h expected. Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee confirmed a 24×7 control room is operational. Affected districts include Purba and Paschim Medinipur, North and South 24 Parganas, and Kolkata. All leave for essential civic […]
Dengue fever, transmitted by Aedes mosquitoes, causes high fever, headaches, muscle pain, and rashes. In severe cases, it can progress to dengue hemorrhagic fever, leading to internal bleeding and organ damage. Prevention involves using repellents, removing mosquito breeding sites, and wearing protective clothing. Early detection and proper hydration are essential for effective recovery.
Here are the diesel prices per liter in the top cities. ★ Delhi – ₹87.62, ★ Kolkata – ₹91.76, ★ Mumbai – ₹89.97, ★ Chennai – ₹92.34, ★ Gurgaon – ₹88.65, ★ Noida – ₹87.86, ★ Bangalore – ₹88.94, ★ Bhubaneswar – ₹92.62, ★ Chandigarh – ₹82.40, ★ HYD – ₹95.65, ★ Jaipur – ₹90.36, […]
The West Bengal govt announced the closure of schools and academic institutions from October 23-26 due to Cyclone Dana, expected to make landfall by Oct 24. The shutdown affects several districts, including Kolkata, 24 Parganas, and Medinipur. Fire and Emergency Services Minister Sujit Bose confirmed the deployment of teams across 85 stations for cyclone preparedness […]
The West Bengal govt announced the closure of schools and academic institutions from October 23-26 due to Cyclone Dana, expected to make landfall by Oct 24. The shutdown affects several districts, including Kolkata, 24 Parganas, and Medinipur. Fire and Emergency Services Minister Sujit Bose confirmed the deployment of teams across 85 stations for cyclone preparedness […]
An E. coli outbreak tied to McDonald’s Quarter Pounder hamburgers has resulted in one death and 49 illnesses across 10 states, primarily Colorado, which reported 26 cases. The CDC is investigating, focusing on fresh onions and beef patties as potential sources. Shares of McDonald’s fell about 6% in after-hours trading, and the outbreak could affect […]
The Indian junior men’s hockey team is riding high with back-to-back victories in the prestigious Sultan of Johor Cup. They achieved a hat-trick by defeating Malaysia 4-2, securing their place at the top of the group with 9 points. The Sultan of Johor Cup is an annual men’s field hockey series, with India and the […]
The Eknath Shinde-led Shiv Sena faction has released its first candidate list for the Maharashtra elections. Chief Minister Eknath Shinde will contest from the Kopri-Pachpakhadi seat. Notable candidates include Sadanand Sarvankar in Mahim against Amit Thackeray, Manisha Wayakar in Jogeshwari (East), and Kiran Samrat in Rajapur. This list follows the BJP’s release of 99 candidates.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi met Russian President Vladimir Putin on the sidelines of the 16th BRICS Summit in Kazan, inviting Putin to India for the 23rd Annual Summit next year. They discussed cooperation across political, economic, defense, energy, and cultural sectors. This was their second meeting in 2024, following the 22nd Annual Summit in Moscow […]