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Directorate of Revenue Intelligence seized drugs worth ₹7 crore from two passengers arriving from Bangkok at Rajiv Gandhi International Airport, officials reported on Friday. Acting on specific intelligence, DRI agents intercepted the passengers and discovered 7.096 kg of hydroponic weed, thwarting a Diwali drug trafficking attempt. The illicit market value of the drugs is estimated […]
Rajesh Kumar Singh has officially assumed the role of Defense Secretary at South Block, New Delhi. He is a 1989-batch IAS officer from the Kerala cadre. Previously, he served as the Officer on Special Duty (Defense Secretary-designate) since August 20, 2024. On his first day in office, Singh paid tribute to the nation’s fallen heroes […]
On November 1, 8 states and 5 Union Territories are celebrating their formation day. The states include Andhra Pradesh, Chhattisgarh, Haryana, Karnataka, Kerala, Madhya Pradesh, Punjab & Tamil Nadu. The Union Territories are Andaman and Nicobar Islands, Chandigarh, Delhi, Lakshadweep, and Puducherry. PM Narendra Modi shared wishes on X, emphasizing their importance in nation building.
A viral video allegedly showed shots being fired at Punjabi singer AP Dhillon’s residence in Canada’s Vancouver. The video gives a glimpse into the chaos of September 1 attack, which also involved two vehicles being torched. Lawrence Bishnoi-Godara gang member took responsibility for the attack. He alleged that the attack was in response to the […]
Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese celebrated Diwali on Friday by visiting the Sydney Murugan Temple with Parramatta MP Andrew Charlton. He emphasized the festival’s significance, saying, “Deepavali celebrates the victory of light over darkness.” Albanese noted the temple’s role as a sanctuary for Western Sydney’s South Asian Hindu community, attracting peo...
Govt released the Operational Guidelines for the ‘Namo Drone Didi’ scheme, aimed at providing drones to women self-help groups under the Deendayal Antyodaya Yojana–National Rural Livelihood Mission (DAY-NRLM). With a budget of ₹1,261 crore, the guidelines establish an Implementation and Monitoring Committee, led by the Additional Secretary of Rural Development, to oversee the ...
Kansai International Airport in Japan proudly claims it has never lost a piece of luggage in its 30 years of operation. Supervisor Tsuyoshi Habuta attributes this success to strict adherence to procedures. The team handles over 3,000 bags daily, ensuring fragile items are delivered directly to passengers and luggage arrives at the carousel within 15 […]
Mauritius blocked access to social media on Friday ahead of a general election, following a wire-tapping scandal. Telecom operator EMTEL announced the ban, lasting until November 11, citing “illegal postings” threatening national security. Opposition leaders criticized the move as a sign of govt panic and an attack on citizens’ rights, demanding legal action and intervention [...
Mauritius blocked access to social media on Friday ahead of a general election, following a wire-tapping scandal. Telecom operator EMTEL announced the ban, lasting until November 11, citing “illegal postings” threatening national security. Opposition leaders criticized the move as a sign of govt panic and an attack on citizens’ rights, demanding legal action and intervention [...
Congress Chief Mallikarjun Kharge urged party units for upcoming Assembly elections to avoid announcing guarantees without considering budgets, warning that unplanned promises could lead to financial issues. He criticized Karnataka Congress for not fulfilling commitments and advised Maharashtra leaders to align their promises with financial realities to prevent future hardships.
India and China have resumed patrols in Ladakh, focusing on traditional areas like Depsang and Demchok. Defence Minister Rajnath Singh affirmed India’s readiness for high-level discussions to progress beyond disengagement. Ongoing diplomatic and military talks have led to an orderly Chinese withdrawal. Troops from both nations also exchanged sweets at border points during Diwali.
Microsoft has appointed Jay Parikh, a former engineering chief at Meta, to bolster its data center operations amid rising AI demands. Parikh, who most recently led cloud security startup Lacework, will report to CEO Satya Nadella. His extensive experience in infrastructure and data center projects at Facebook, where he played a key role in scaling […]
Indonesia has banned Google smartphones, citing a rule requiring 40% locally sourced components, following a similar block on Apple’s iPhone 16. Industry ministry spokesperson Febri Arief emphasized fairness for investors, while critics warn of negative impacts on investor confidence. Consumers can buy Google devices abroad with taxes applied, though illicitly sold devices may be deactiva...
After Diwali, major cities in India often experience a significant spike in pollution levels. Delhi, for instance, frequently records hazardous air quality due to increased particulate matter from firecrackers and post-festive waste. Other cities like Mumbai and Kolkata face deteriorating air quality. This rise in pollution can lead to health issues, especially among vulnerable populations.
October 2024 has been recorded as the warmest Oct in Safdarjung, New Delhi, since 1951, with average maximum and minimum temperatures of 35.1°C and 21.2°C, respectively, according to the IMD. Concurrently, pollution levels surged post-Diwali, with most areas exceeding an Air Quality Index of 350, raising health concerns among residents, especially after firecracker bans were […]