A special NIA court sentenced 3 Bangladeshi nationals to 5-years in prison for illegally entering India, possessing fake documents, and aiding terror outfits. The accused, involved with Al-Qaida-linked ABT, were also fined ₹2,000 each. The conviction followed a 2018 FIR by Pune Police regarding illegal activities and support for terror groups, leading to the sentencing […]
During the ‘Bharatiya Bhasha Utsav,’ Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan emphasized the importance of the mother tongue in fostering creativity and critical thinking in children. Highlighting the National Education Policy 2020, he noted its role in revitalizing linguistic pride and preserving diversity, which strengthens the vision of “Ek Bharat Shreshtha Bharat.”
India aims for major advancements in space exploration, with plans to establish the Bharat Antariksha Station, its own space station, by 2035 and to land an Indian astronaut on the Moon by 2040, announced Union Minister Jitendra Singh. These initiatives reflect India’s rising prominence in global science and technology, further solidifying its leadership in innovation, […]
Amid a standoff in Parliament, Rahul Gandhi met Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla, urging him to expunge derogatory remarks made by BJP MPs, including Nishikant Dubey, against his family and Congress. Rahul Gandhi, Leader of the Opposition, emphasized that the Opposition wants Parliament to function. The ongoing Winter Session, marked by repeated adjournments, is expected […]
Actor Sapna Singh staged a protest in Bareilly after her 14-year-old son, Sagar Gangwar, was found dead under suspicious circumstances. Police arrested 2 of his adult friends, Anuj and Sunny, on murder charges. Initial postmortem findings suggest poisoning or drug overdose. Singh ended her 90-minute protest after police assured appropriate action. Further investigation is underway.
Sanjay Malhotra assumed office as the 26th Governor of the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) on December 11, 2024, for a three-year term. He succeeds Shaktikanta Das, who completed a six-year tenure. Previously serving as revenue secretary, Malhotra takes on the leadership role to guide India’s central banking operations.
RSS leader Sunil Ambedkar urged the Modi government to take stronger action against atrocities targeting Hindus in Bangladesh. He called for immediate efforts to protect the affected community and ensure justice. While emphasising dialogue as the primary solution, Ambedkar stressed the need to explore alternative measures if discussions fail to yield results, highlighting the urgency […]
Donald Trump has launched a new fragrance line, “Fight, Fight, Fight,” featuring both women’s perfume and men’s cologne, priced at $199 each. Promoted with a photo of Trump next to Jill Biden, the line is marketed as a fragrance your enemies can’t resist. Bundles and discounts are available on the official website, with Trump calling […]
The dispute between Taiwan and China is escalating, with China committing acts of provocation. Over the past decade, China has deployed a large military presence near Taiwan and significantly increased its activity in the Taiwan Strait. In response, Taiwanese authorities have raised their alert level following China’s military maneuvers.
The Supreme Court on Wednesday provided relief to AAP leader and ex-Delhi Deputy CM Manish Sisodia by relaxing his bail conditions in the Delhi excise policy corruption and money laundering cases. The bench of Justices BR Gavai and KV Viswanathan deemed weekly reporting unnecessary. Notices were earlier issued to the CBI and ED for their […]
A Mumbai court denied Abu Salem’s plea for a tentative release date, emphasizing the severity of his crimes, including the 1993 blasts and a builder’s murder. While the Supreme Court reduced his life sentence to 25 years under an extradition treaty with Portugal, the court stated Salem must serve the full term, as no further […]
The govt aims to build a self-reliant space communications sector, focusing on satellite manufacturing and launch services. On Wednesday, Communications Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia met with major space communications companies like Eutelsat OneWeb, Jio-SES, and Hughes Communications to discuss strategies and ideas for advancing the local space industry.
Udupi police booked SDPI leaders for organizing the unauthorized “Chalo Belagavi Ambedkar Jatha-2” rally near Hejamadi Toll Gate, disrupting traffic after being denied permission. Leaders, including Apsar Kodlipete, face charges under the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita for misleading the public and provocative remarks. Investigations continue to ensure public order amid recurring legal iss...
AP Deputy CM Pawan Kalyan attended the collector’s conference held in Amaravati. He stated, “The people of AP expect a lot from us. It is the responsibility of the authorities to implement policies at the grassroots level. There are three check posts in Kakinada where smuggling occurs. IAS and IPS officers must strengthen the system.”
BHP Group and Rio Tinto are facing class actions in Australia over allegations of systemic sexual harassment at their mine sites, according to law firm JGA Saddler. The actions claim women who spoke out faced discrimination, with thousands of female workers expected to join. Both companies issued apologies, with BHP emphasizing its commitment to a […]