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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 has urged Bangladesh to take firm action against extremist groups following reports of attacks on Hindus in Chittagong, triggered by provocative social media posts. At a media briefing, MEA spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal condemned the violence and called on Dhaka to ensure the safety of its Hindu community. India has appealed for prompt measures to […]
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 […]
The Supreme Court has ordered the liquidation of Jet Airways, citing “extraordinary” circumstances and the failure of the Jalan-Kalrock Consortium to fully pay creditors. Despite the National Company Law Tribunal’s earlier approval of a resolution plan, the court found the consortium’s non-payment of ₹350 crore as a key issue. Liquidation, the court ruled, would best [&h...
The Competition Commission of India (CCI) retracted its investigation report on Flipkart’s alleged competition law violations after Xiaomi raised concerns over the inclusion of confidential sales data. The report, which accused Flipkart of anti-competitive practices, was recalled to prevent further circulation. This is the second such retraction this year, following a similar action regar...
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...
Tamil Nadu Deputy Chief Minister Udhayanidhi Stalin reacted to actor Vijay’s critique of his Dravida Munetra Karagam (DMK). Many saw Vijay’s speech at TVK’s inaugural event as targeting DMK’s leadership. Reacting to this, Udhayanidhi remained optimistic about DMK’s influence, as it leads the Tamil Nadu government. He said people will give a reply too Vijay […]
Australian batter Steve Smith will return to his usual No. 4 position for the Border-Gavaskar Trophy against India. All-rounder Glenn Maxwell has warned India about facing Smith, calling him a “scary proposition.” Maxwell added that Smith has been improving in the nets and will pose a significant challenge for India, after previously being tried as […]
A small jet crash near Phoenix’s Falcon Field Airport killed five people, including a 12-year-old boy. The HondaJet, bound for Utah, aborted its takeoff, crashed through a fence, and collided with a car. Four passengers died at the scene, including the child and his father. The pilot survived with serious injuries. Authorities are investigating the […]
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 […]
National Cancer Awareness Day, celebrated on November 7, highlights the importance of early detection and a healthy lifestyle in preventing cancer. Causes include lifestyle factors, genetics, and aging, while symptoms may include fatigue, pain, and lumps. Preventive measures include maintaining a healthy weight, eating a balanced diet, avoiding smoking, and scheduling regular screenings for ear...
Supreme Court today denied a request to transfer the RG Kar rape-murder case trial outside West Bengal. Chief Justice DY Chandrachud rebuked a lawyer who claimed the state had lost faith in the police and judiciary. The bench reviewed the CBI’s status report on the case and scheduled the next hearing for November 11, asking […]
A woman from Bharatpur has filed a police complaint accusing her husband and seven in-laws of physical and mental abuse. She claims her husband, Jagjit Pal, refrained from physical intimacy due to an alleged extramarital affair. After confronting her in-laws, she was beaten and harassed for dowry, leading to her return to her parent’s home […]