A Madhya Pradesh teacher, Jaboor Ahmed Tadvi, was suspended after parents alleged he made students perform “namaz-like” yoga postures during class. He denied the claim, saying it was Shashankasana, a standard yoga pose. The Hindu Jagran Manch protested, and the district administration has launched an official investigation.
Ahead of Bihar Assembly elections, RJD leader Tejashwi Yadav announced that the Mahagathbandhan government would remove the ban on ‘toddy’ if elected. Addressing a rally in Saran, he claimed the INDIA bloc would achieve in 20 months what the NDA failed to deliver in 20 years.
Madhya Pradesh minister Kailash Vijayvargiya sparked outrage after calling the harassment of two Australian women cricketers in Indore a “lesson” for them. Critics, including Congress leaders and activists, condemned his remarks as victim-blaming and sexist, highlighting his history of controversial statements about women’s clothing and behavior.
RJD leader Tejashwi Yadav accused the NDA government of failing to maintain law and order in Bihar, claiming murders, loot, and abductions are rampant while CM Nitish Kumar remains indifferent. Campaigning in Saran, he urged voters to support the INDIA bloc for better governance, jobs, and justice ahead of the two-phase Bihar assembly polls.
As tensions rise between India and Bangladesh, Pakistan has invited Dhaka to use Karachi Port for exports and expressed interest in buying jute products. Agreed upon during the Pakistan-Bangladesh Joint Economic Commission in Dhaka, the move revives bilateral cooperation after two decades and highlights Islamabad’s bid to expand regional trade.
AP CM Chandrababu held a review meeting with ministers and officials on Cyclone Montha. He assured that there is no need to worry but urged officials to remain alert. Naidu instructed the RTGS Centre to issue real-time alerts, noting that the cyclone is likely to cross the coast very soon and all departments must stay […]
The month of Kartik is considered highly sacred for worshipping Lord Shiva. Devotees perform lamp worship using amla, as the Puranas describe the amla tree as a divine form of Lord Shiva and beloved of Goddess Lakshmi. Lighting lamps and performing ‘Deeparadhana’ under the amla tree during this month is believed to bring prosperity.
PM Modi’s diplomatic efforts may not have convinced US President Trump to ease his stance on India’s purchase of Russian oil. Despite India’s emphasis on energy needs, the US continues to pressure New Delhi to reduce or stop dependence on Moscow, reflecting ongoing tensions in global energy and geopolitical ties.
The Union Agriculture Ministry has approved the procurement of over 4,400 MTs of lentils, 100% of gram, and 25% of soybean from Telangana in the current Kharif season. The approvals were announced following a high-level meeting that also discussed other initiatives, including the Pradhan Mantri Annadata Aaye Sanrakshan Abhiyan, aimed at supporting farmers.
YSRCP Lok Sabha leader Mithun Reddy has arrived in New York to attend the 80th United Nations General Assembly. He paid tribute to Mahatma Gandhi’s statue before joining a delegation of MPs for the meetings. The UN sessions, where they will discuss global issues and India’s priorities, are scheduled to continue until October 31.
YSRCP Lok Sabha leader Mithun Reddy has arrived in New York to attend the 80th United Nations General Assembly. He paid tribute to Mahatma Gandhi’s statue before joining a delegation of MPs for the meetings. The UN sessions, where they will discuss global issues and India’s priorities, are scheduled to continue until October 31.
The Regional Meteorological Centre has issued flash flood warnings for Andhra Pradesh’s coastal districts due to Cyclone Montha. Residents of Guntur, Krishna, West Godavari, East Godavari, Prakasam, Nellore, Srikakulam, Visakhapatnam, and Vizianagaram are urged to remain vigilant. Authorities have been advised to take necessary steps.
Russian President Vladimir Putin has shocked the United States by canceling the Plutonium Management and Disposition Deal, originally signed in 2000 and amended in 2010. The move, formalized through a recent law, has heightened nuclear tensions between the two powers. Russia cited national security as key reasons for terminating the deal with the US.
Global e-commerce giant Amazon has announced plans to lay off 30,000 corporate employees, starting today. The company, which employs over 1.54 million people worldwide, including warehouse staff, aims to reduce costs and address over-hiring during the peak demand of the COVID-19 pandemic. Amazon has not yet provided an official response regarding the layoffs.
Key details have emerged from the recent Kurnool private travel bus accident. At 2:45 AM, biker Shivshankar died after hitting a divider, leaving his bike in the middle of the road. At 2:55 AM, the Kaveri bus collided with it, while 19 other vehicles narrowly avoided the bike. Officials noted that moving the bike could […]