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The National Anti-Doping Agency (NADA) has issued a notice to former wrestler and politician Vinesh Phogat for a whereabouts failure, requesting an explanation within 14 days. Athletes registered in NADA’s Registered Testing Pool (RTP) must provide their availability for dope tests. If they are unavailable when tested, it counts as a whereabouts failure, which applies […]
In the Delhi Assembly’s new seating arrangement, newly appointed CM Atishi will occupy seat number 1, while AAP chief Arvind Kejriwal is assigned seat no. 41. Atishi, Delhi’s third female CM, previously held seat 19. Other ministers, including Saurabh Bharadwaj, Kailash Gahlot, and Mukesh Ahlawat, also have new seat numbers. Leader of Opposition Vijender Gupta’s […]
Himachal Pradesh mandated that street vendors display identification in response to public concerns about food hygiene. Minister Vikramaditya Singh announced that ID cards would be issued through the Street Vending Committee, containing vendor registration details. He emphasized that this policy mirrors similar regulations in Uttar Pradesh to ensure accountability and hygiene.
AP Minister for Tourism and Culture Kandula Durgesh criticized the previous YSRCP govt for neglecting the tourism sector in the state, and he said that all efforts will be made to restore its glory within 2 years. In celebration of World Tourism Day on Sept 27, a meeting will be held in Vijayawada, led by […]
DMK and Congress engaged in an exchange of posts on X over the issue of water logging in Chennai. Congress leader Karti Chidambaram shared a news clip of water logging in Chennai with a cryptic message that read “Race Road or Rain Road” and tagged Greater Chennai Corporation. It was an apparent dig at the […]
A record nine candidates are competing in Japan’s ruling party election to succeed outgoing Prime Minister Fumio Kishida. Leading contenders include a former defense minister, the son of a former prime minister, and the economic security minister, who could become Japan’s first female prime minister. A second round of voting is expected after no candidate […]
Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah lashed out at PM Modi for his attacks on him over MUDA scam and dared him to have a direct debate on corruption. Siddaramaiah challenged PM to choose one Karnataka BJP leader without any stain of corruption. “PM Modi was accused by his own party leaders of auctioning off CM’s post for […]
Telangana Deputy CM Mallu Bhatti Vikramarka is currently on a week-long visit to the USA. As part of his trip to Nevada and Arizona, the Madhira MLA visited Hoover Dam and inspected modern machinery at the Mining Exhibition in Las Vegas. During his visit, he engaged in discussions with representatives from various companies and encouraged […]
Traffic in Mumbai resumed today after heavy rains caused widespread disruptions, including the drowning of a 45-year-old woman in Andheri. Local trains operated normally with minor delays, while BEST buses returned to service. The India Meteorological Department issued a red alert for thunderstorms and heavy rainfall, prompting schools and colleges to remain closed.
The CBFC on Thursday informed the Bombay High Court that Kangana Ranaut’s film “Emergency” will receive certification if specific cuts, as recommended by its revising committee, are made. CBFC counsel Abhinav Chandrachud confirmed that the board’s decision includes suggested edits before the film can be certified and released, after the court’s inquiry about progress.
A 45-year-old woman drowned in an open drain in Andheri East in Mumbai. The drain was overflowing due to heavy rain. The woman identified as Vimal Gaikwad was swept away for around 100 metres in MIDC area in Andheri East. Her body was recovered after a search operation that lasted for about one hour, BMC […]
Amid the Tirumala Laddu issue, devotees are raising concerns about the Laddu from the Goddess Kanaka Durga temple in Vijayawada. Raids by food safety authorities revealed flaws, with investigations uncovering that contractors were supplying low-quality ingredients. Notably, labels were missing from cashew packets, leading officials to reject 1,100 kg of raisins due to its poor […]
Elon Musk’s SpaceX is set to invest $1.5 billion in Vietnam, as announced by the govt on Thursday, potentially resolving delays in launching Starlink satellite services in the country. Discussions regarding Starlink’s satellite internet and other communication services had stalled at the end of 2023 but resumed later. The Vietnamese govt is reviewing SpaceX’s investment [&hell...
New regulations for certain credit cards at HDFC Bank will take effect from October 1. The redemption of reward points for purchases of Apple products on the SmartBuy platform will be restricted to one product per calendar quarter. Also, the redemption of reward points for Tanishq vouchers will be capped at 50,000 points. These changes […]
The Armed Forces (Special Powers) Act (AFSPA) has been extended for six months in eight districts of Nagaland, three districts of Arunachal Pradesh, and other areas following a review of the law and order situation. This act allows security forces to search, arrest, and use lethal force if necessary to maintain public order in designated […]