A cyber scam targeting West Bengal’s ‘Taruner Swapno’ scheme, offering ₹10,000 for tablet purchases, has defrauded 1,911 students. 93 complaints have been filed, and 11 arrests made. Cybercriminal gangs from Maharashtra, Rajasthan, and Jharkhand are involved. SITs are investigating potential system manipulation and internal collusion, with authorities aiming to expose the fraud.
The fifth day of the Andhra Pradesh Legislative Assembly session will continue today, November 16. The session will begin at 10 am with the discussion on TIDCO houses. There will be a discussion on the loss of contractors and beneficiaries in the houses. Budget allocations for various departments will be approved in the assembly. The […]
To combat worsening air pollution, Delhi has enforced Stage III of the Graded Response Action Plan (GRAP). Starting Friday, vehicles violating pollution norms face fines of ₹20,000. Restrictions apply to BS-III petrol, BS-IV diesel LMVs, BS-III diesel MGVs, and certain diesel LCVs. Interstate buses from NCR states must meet specific emission standards. The crackdown aims […]
Naga Chaitanya and Sai Pallavi’s romantic drama “Thandel,” set for a pan-Indian release on February 7, 2025, is generating excitement. The makers revealed that the first single, “Bujji Thalli,” will be released later this month. Directed by Chandoo Mondeti, with music by Devi Sri Prasad, “Thandel” features an Indo-Pak backdrop, with Chay portraying a fi...
Jammu and Kashmir CM Omar Abdullah met with Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman on Friday in Delhi. The two leaders discussed strategies to boost local revenue generation, attract investment, and create employment opportunities in the UT. The meeting gained significance ahead of the presentation of the first budget by the National Conference govt after six […]
Chirag Paswan, leader of Lok Janshakti Party-Ram Vilas, reclaimed the party’s old office on Kartik Purnima, marking a symbolic victory in his family feud. The bungalow, previously occupied by his uncle Pashupati Paras’ faction, was vacated after a directive from the Building Construction Department. Chirag emphasized its emotional significance, underscoring his authority in the part...
A massive fire broke out in the Puppalguda area under Manikonda, Rangareddy district, Telangana. The fire started in a house in the Golden Oriele apartment after a gas cylinder exploded. The residents of the apartment fled in fear, and five family members from the house survived. However, due to limited access for firefighters, the crew […]
The US has returned over 1,400 looted artefacts worth $10 million to India, part of an ongoing effort to repatriate stolen art. The items, including a celestial dancer sculpture smuggled from India, were trafficked by networks run by convicted art dealer Subhash Kapoor. This marks a significant step in international cultural restitution efforts, with over […]
China is preparing to launch the Tianzhou 8 cargo mission to its Tiangong space station, delivering supplies and scientific equipment to support the Shenzhou 19 crew. The mission, launching on November 17, includes lunar soil simulant bricks for testing in space. The upgraded Tianzhou spacecraft can carry up to 7,500 kilograms of payload, enhancing efficiency […]
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A fire in the neonatal intensive care unit (NICU) of Maharani Laxmibai Medical College in Jhansi, Uttar Pradesh, killed 10 children on Friday evening. The fire, likely caused by a short circuit, injured several others, though 37 children were safely rescued. The tragic incident, which occurred around 10:35 pm, is under investigation. Uttar Pradesh CM […]
A lawsuit accusing Elon Musk of rigging Dogecoin is ending, with investors withdrawing their appeal from an August dismissal. They also dropped a bid to sanction Musk’s lawyers. The case, alleging fraud and insider trading, was dismissed by US District Judge Alvin Hellerstein, who found no evidence of securities fraud or market manipulation. Investors had […]
Telangana CM Revanth Reddy is all set to participate in the election campaign today ahead of the Maharashtra Assembly elections. CM Revanth will arrive in Nagpur at 10 AM on Saturday and will take part in campaign activities in Chandrapur. He will conduct roadshows in Rajura, Digrass, and Warda. On Monday, he will also campaign […]
Moody’s Ratings forecasts India’s GDP growth at 7.2% in 2024, citing solid growth, moderating inflation, and strong household consumption, investment, and manufacturing activity. The agency highlights India’s “sweet spot” with steady economic momentum, supported by expanding manufacturing, services, and robust credit growth. Moody’s also anticipates 6.6% grow...
SpaceX, led by Elon Musk, plans a December tender offer to sell shares at $135 each, valuing the company over $250 billion, reports Financial Times. Musk is expected to use his influence under a second Trump presidency to prioritize Mars missions and secure favorable treatment. The company aims for looser regulations on worker safety and […]