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The counting of votes for Maharashtra and Jharkhand assembly elections begins at 8 am today. The BJP-led NDA and Opposition INDIA bloc are battling for dominance. Maharashtra’s contest is between the Mahayuti alliance and Maha Vikas Aghadi, while Jharkhand sees the ruling JMM-led alliance facing off against the BJP-led NDA. By-elections across multiple states will […]
Maharashtra saw high voter turnout, with Mahayuti (BJP-Shiv Sena-NCP) and Maha Vikas Aghadi (NCP(SP)-Shiv Sena(UBT)-Congress) vying for power. Exit polls favor the BJP-led bloc. The fractured Shiv Sena and NCP face alliance issues. Controversies, including a bitcoin scam involving Patole and Supriya Sule, and cash-for-votes allegations against BJP’s Vinod Tawde, have stirred up tensions.
Votes for Jharkhand’s assembly elections will be counted today, with exit polls predicting a BJP-led NDA win. Voter turnout was 67.74%. The ruling JMM contested 41 seats, while BJP fought 68. The NDA is expected to win 42-47 seats, with the Mahagathbandhan gaining 25-30. Votes will also be counted for Maharashtra assembly elections, bypolls in […]
Vote counting for bypolls in 50 seats across 15 states begins at 8 am. Elections in 48 assembly seats and two Lok Sabha seats, including Kerala’s Wayanad, where Priyanka Gandhi Vadra contests, have been held. Rahul Gandhi is campaigning for her. West Bengal’s bypolls, particularly six assembly seats, will be crucial for Trinamool Congress as […]
At the India Ideas Conclave 2024, Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman urged India to build “Brand Bharat” by rejecting Western diktats. She emphasized that ethical production should come from India, highlighting traditional industries like carpet making. She also called for enhancing temples and tourist centers with modern technology for an immersive, better experience.
Kerala High Court criticized LDF and UDF for their “irresponsible” hartals in landslide-hit Wayanad, calling it a violation of judicial directions. The court questioned the purpose of the protest, which it said caused unnecessary hardship to the public and harmed Kerala’s tourism image. It warned that such conduct would not be tolerated and urged adherence […]
Russian President Putin vowed more hypersonic missile tests, including combat trials, following a new missile strike on Ukraine’s Dnipro. Ukraine’s President Zelensky urged allies for updated air-defense systems to counter the escalating threat. Putin also announced the beginning of serial production of the new Oreshnik missile, emphasizing continued testing based on Russia’s ...
A Rawalpindi court issued non-bailable warrants for Bushra Bibi, wife of PTI founder Imran Khan, in the £190M Al-Qadir Trust corruption case. While both had earlier secured bail, fresh charges allege misuse of £190M sent by the UK’s NCA, causing treasury losses. NAB’s probe also implicates Imran Khan. Meanwhile, Bushra urged PTI supporters to join […]
Donald Trump named billionaire hedge fund manager Scott Bessent as Treasury Secretary. CEO of Key Square Group, Bessent aims to extend tax cuts, address the budget deficit, and boost energy dominance. Praised for his economic expertise, Bessent will spearhead Trump’s economic agenda, oversee US sanctions, and manage trade relations amid plans for sweeping tariffs and […]
The Association of Indian American Minorities (AIAM) launched in Maryland, honored PM Narendra Modi with the Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Global Peace Award for Minority Upliftment. AIAM, led by Jasdip Singh, aims to unite Indian-American minorities and promote PM Modi’s inclusive vision. Leaders praised his “Sabka Saath, Sabka Vikas” approach, fostering communal harmony and [&h...
A study reveals that older adults with both chronic joint pain and depression experience faster cognitive decline, particularly in memory. The research, tracking over 4,700 participants for 12 years, found that these conditions together affect the hippocampus, disrupting memory formation. This highlights the importance of early intervention, such as physical therapy for pain and treatment [&hel...
Meta has removed over 2 million accounts linked to scam centres in Myanmar, Laos, Cambodia, the UAE & the Philippines. Company is targeting criminal organizations behind “pig butchering” and other fraudulent schemes that deceive people globally through messaging, dating, social media, and crypto apps. Meta has partnered with law enforcement & other private sector entities [&...
In a rare praise for Delhi CM Atishi, Lieutenant Governor VK Saxena on Friday stated she is “a thousand times better” than her predecessor Arvind Kejriwal. Speaking at the seventh convocation ceremony of the Indira Gandhi Delhi Technical University for Women, Saxena expressed happiness that Delhi’s Chief Minister is a woman, confidently stating her superiority […]
India ranks among the top 10 countries in Artificial Intelligence readiness, according to a report. “Readiness” refers to a country’s ability to implement and integrate AI effectively. Boston Consulting Group (BCG) report, based on data from 73 economies, highlights India’s strong position, ranking second globally in AI specialists, third in research publications, and a ...
Night blindness in children, known as nyctalopia, can be subtle and often overlooked. Early signs include difficulty seeing in low light or darkness, frequent squinting, and complaints of blurry vision at night. If a child often bumps into objects in low-light situations or shows frustration with nighttime visibility, it’s important to seek advice from an […]