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Karnataka government has prohibited employees from smoking and consuming tobacco products inside government offices and premises. A circular issued by the Department of Personnel and Administrative Reforms (DPAR) warns of disciplinary action for violations. The move aims to protect staff health and prevent passive smoking, citing the harmful effects despite existing statutory warnings.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said it would be “suicidal” for Europe to offer Russia any concessions to halt the war. This comes after Moscow demanded West to enter direct talks on ending the war. Kyiv is scrambling to up the pressure on its allies for more support in its fight against Moscow after Donald Trump’s […]
Lebanese army said an Israeli strike on a vehicle near a checkpoint in the southern city of Sidon killed three people and wounded troops and UN peacekeepers. “Israeli enemy targeted a car while it was passing through Awali checkpoint,” the army said. With the exception of a few limited strikes, Sidon, has been relatively spared […]
Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah criticised Maharashtra BJP for allegedly spreading false information about their Gruha Lakshmi scheme. He accused Maharashtra BJP of attempting to tarnish Congress scheme’s success by publishing “outright lies”. Maharashtra BJP claimed that Congress didn’t delivered on its promise with Gruha Lakshmi, a statement Siddaramaiah called “an abs...
India has reaffirmed its commitment to strengthening dialogue with the U.S. on H-1B visa policies and migration issues. Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) Spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal emphasized the importance of maintaining robust discussions, saying, “We would like to have a good dialogue,” and noted that India-U.S. relations have become stronger.
Days after the attack on a Hindu temple in Canada’s Brampton, External Affairs Ministry cancelled the consular camps in Toronto over security issues. These are routinely organized by Indian diplomatic missions in Canada. MEA said, “Our consulate in Toronto had to cancel the consular camp because they did not receive adequate security or security assurance […]
Faizan Khan, whose phone was used to threaten Bollywood superstar Shah Rukh Khan, said that his phone was stolen on November 2. He said, “My phone was lost, I already filed a complaint. Mumbai police came to my house and they were asking about the call. I am an advocate, my phone was lost, and […]
India is set to launch a major tri-services military exercise named ‘Poorvi Prahaar’ on November 8. This comes after the disengagement between the Indian and Chinese soldiers in eastern Ladakh. The 10-day-long exercise will bring together the assets of Indian Army, Navy, and Air Force. It will showcase a synergy among the three forces and […]
North Korean soldiers, recently deployed in Ukraine on behalf of Russia, were given unrestricted internet access. This rare privilege has led to them indulging in online pornographic content, according to a report by The Financial Times. The newfound freedom has caught the attention of the soldiers, who have taken full advantage of the unfiltered access.
A three-year-old girl has filed a petition against the local government in Pakistan’s Punjab province, as Lahore continues to suffer from hazardous smog. On Thursday, the city’s Air Quality Index (AQI) exceeded 800, ranking it at the top of global pollution charts. The levels have even surpassed 1,000 on several occasions, posing severe health risks […]
India responded strongly to reports of social media handles of an Australian news outlet being blocked in Canada after it carried a press conference of EAM Jaishankar and Australian Foreign Minister Penny Wong. The outlet also conducted an interview of the Indian minister. India said such actions highlight Canada’s hypocrisy towards freedom of speech.
Mount Lewotobi in Indonesia’s East Nusa Tenggara province erupted on Thursday, releasing a column of ash up to 5,000 meters high, prompting the highest aviation alert. The eruption occurred at 10:48 a.m. local time, with ash dispersing to the west, southwest, and north. The volcano remains at the highest alert level, with a danger zone […]
Bigg Boss 8 Telugu is becoming increasingly tense, with unpredictable fights and voting patterns. Contestants who were expected to lead are now trailing, while Vishnupriya, the star anchor, is receiving strong votes despite being disliked by many for her attitude. Her surprising popularity has added a new twist to the ongoing drama in the house.
Supreme Court revived tax notices worth ₹20,000 crore to ₹23,000 crore from the Directorate of Revenue Intelligence against major companies, including Vedanta, Vodafone Idea, Adani Enterprises, and Canon. A three-judge bench ruled that DRI officers are authorized under the Customs Act, 1962, to issue show-cause notices and recover duties, affirming their role as “proper officers.”&n...
Indian Department of Telecommunications (DoT) announced a new rule for in-flight and maritime Wi-Fi connectivity. DoT specified the criteria under which travelers will be allowed to access Internet. Now, airlines such as Air India, Indigo, and SpiceJet will be able to offer internet to domestic passengers. Currently, only Vistara offers in-flight Wi-Fi to travelers on […]