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The redevelopment of Madurai Junction in Tamil Nadu is underway under the Amrit Bharat Station Scheme (ABSS), which includes new terminals, multi-level parking, and skywalks. Launched in Feb 2023, ABSS aims to upgrade 1,275 stations across India. The Madurai Junction will feature airport-like facilities, including AC waiting halls, restaurants, shops, and multi-level parking for vehicles.
Congress MP Manickam Tagore moved an Adjournment Motion in the Lok Sabha over Amit Shah’s comments on Dr. BR Ambedkar during the Constitution debate, demanding an apology and Shah’s resignation. The Congress accused Shah of insulting Ambedkar, while the BJP alleged the Opposition distorted his remarks, circulating clipped videos. Protests led to the adjournment of […]
A private plane crashed in San Fernando, Argentina, last night, killing the pilot and copilot. Eyewitness footage showed thick smoke and locals attempting to extinguish the flames. The aircraft, traveling from Uruguay, lost control near Buenos Aires and struck residential properties. Authorities verified the location and date of the footage, which depicted the aftermath as […]
Starting January 1, 2025, the US Embassy in India will introduce new rules for scheduling and rescheduling nonimmigrant visa appointments to reduce wait times. Applicants can reschedule once without additional charges, but missing or needing a second reschedule will require booking a new appointment and paying the fee again. The embassy aims to make the […]
The Sensex and Nifty opened at fresh record levels in early trade today, December 19, 2024. The Sensex started trading today at 79029.07, down 1,153.13 points or 1.44%, and the Nifty was at 23877.15, down 321.70 points or 1.33%. Meanwhile, the Indian rupee was trading today at 85.06 against the dollar.
Two soldiers, Ashutosh Mishra from UP and Jitendra from Rajasthan, were killed in a firing range accident in Bikaner, Rajasthan, on Wednesday. The incident occurred when a charger exploded while they were loading ammunition during a training exercise. Another soldier was injured and airlifted to Chandigarh for treatment. This marks the second such accident at […]
Five terrorists were killed, and 2 soldiers injured in an encounter in J&’s Kulgam on Thursday. Following intelligence about suspected terrorists in the Behibagh area, security forces launched a cordon and search operation late Wednesday night. The operation escalated into a gunfight when the terrorists opened fire, prompting a retaliatory response from the security forces.
The makers of “The Raja Saab” have dismissed rumors about the teaser release during Christmas or New Year. They urged fans to avoid baseless speculations and confirmed that 80% of the shoot is completed, with post-production ongoing. The film, starring Prabhas in dual roles alongside Malavika Mohanan and Niddhi Agerwal, will release on April 10, […]
Donald Trump suggested it would be a great idea for Canada to become the 51st US state, claiming many Canadians support the idea to save on taxes and military costs. His comment follows political turmoil in Canada. A recent survey shows 13% of Canadians support the idea. Trump also joked about it with Prime Minister […]
The Karnataka govt owes ₹1,694.42 crore to four state transport corporations for the Shakti scheme, which offers free bus rides to women. Launched on June 11, 2023, as a key Congress election promise, the scheme has strained the transport sector. The govt pledged to compensate operational costs, but dues remain unsettled as of October 2024.
Efforts to secure a Gaza truce and hostage release deal between Israel and Hamas have faced challenges, but recent negotiations offer hope for progress. Washington expressed “cautious optimism” about an “imminent deal” on Tuesday. These developments follow indirect talks in Qatar, mediated by the Gulf state, Egypt, and the United States, raising expectations for a [&hell...
A massive fire erupted at a cement industry in Boyareddypalli, Anantapur Yadiki mandal, causing bricks to burn and fall on workers. One worker died on the spot, and four others were seriously injured. Firefighters arrived quickly, controlling the blaze. The injured workers were rushed to the hospital, with their condition reported as critical. Authorities are […]
A Congress worker, Prabhat Kumar Pandey, died during a protest near the UP Assembly. His family alleged foul play, filing a complaint claiming he was killed. Police denied using force, sending the body for postmortem. Another Congress worker died during a rally in Assam. Reacting to the deaths, Rahul Gandhi accused BJP govts of murdering […]
An encounter erupted between terrorists and security forces in Jammu and Kashmir’s Kulgam district today. Security forces had initiated a cordon-and-search operation at Kadder in the Behibagh area on Wednesday night after receiving intelligence about suspected terrorists. The operation turned into an encounter when the terrorists opened fire on the forces, prompting a retaliatory response.
Delhi recorded 7°C at 6:15 am on Thursday, with IMD issuing an orange fog warning for Thursday and Friday and a yellow alert for Saturday. Dense fog will blanket the region in the mornings, with smog likely by evening. Delhi’s AQI hit 448 (‘severe’) due to low temperatures and wind speeds, worsening air quality further.