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Union Shipping and Waterways Minister Sarbananda Sonowal will flag off three cargo vessels, launching a new Cargo Promotion Scheme and Scheduled Cargo Vessel Services along National Waterways 1 and 2. The routes will connect Varanasi, Patna, and Guwahati. The Guwahati-bound vessel will follow the Indo-Bangladesh protocol route, which remains unaffected by the ongoing unrest in […]
Hitting back at Congress over its frequent “jumla” jibes at the BJP, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday stated that the “biggest jumla in India” was the Congress’s ‘Garibi Hatao’ slogan. He alleged that the promise had been used by four generations of Congress leaders during elections without delivering on its promise, accusing them of […]
Air Force Academy in Dundigal, Hyderabad, witnessed a historic moment as 204 flight cadets graduated during the Combined Graduation Parade (CGP). Led by Air Chief Marshal AP Singh, 178 men and 26 women were commissioned into the Indian Air Force with the President’s Commission, marking the successful completion of their pre-commissioning training.
In an unusual case, a man severed four fingers from his left hand using a sharp knife to render himself unfit for his position as a computer operator at his relative’s diamond business, according to police in Surat, Gujarat. Mayur Tarapara (32) initially claimed he lost his fingers after fainting by the roadside, but investigations […]
Jharkhand Mukti Morcha (JMM), led by Chief Minister Hemant Soren, strongly opposed the ‘One Nation One Election’ Bill, scheduled for introduction in the Lok Sabha. The bill has sparked political controversy, with JMM leaders calling it “undemocratic” and harmful to India’s federal structure. The proposed amendment aims to enable simultaneous Lok Sabha and state ass...
Actor Allu Arjun’s overnight jail stay has sparked controversy, with claims of political targeting. Congress MLC Teenmaar Mallanna accused Arjun of conspiring against choreographer Jani Master to secure his National Award. Mallanna demanded the actor return the award, citing his alleged involvement. But Congress risks backlash from this escalating drama, as its official stance remains [&h...
Switzerland revoked India’s Most Favoured Nation (MFN) status under the Double Taxation Avoidance Agreement following a 2023 Supreme Court ruling on the Nestle case. The decision increases dividend tax rates from 5% to 10% starting January 2025, impacting Indian firms operating in Switzerland. Experts view this move as retaliation, highlighting challenges in international tax treaties.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday launched a strong attack on the Congress, accusing them of sowing seeds of discord and negativity instead of embracing the Constitution. Speaking in the Lok Sabha during the Constitution debate, Modi highlighted that while the framers celebrated India’s unity in diversity, some individuals, including the Congress, chose a different […]
Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah criticized the dual governance model with the Lieutenant Governor, calling it a “recipe for disaster.” Urging the Centre to fulfill its promise of restoring statehood, Abdullah emphasized that Jammu and Kashmir requires unified leadership for effective governance. He cited election promises and expressed optimism about statehood.
A goods train split into two parts near Kharia-Pipra halt on the Bhagalpur-Jamalpur route in Bihar on Saturday after its coupling broke. The incident occurred at 8:58 a.m., disrupting train operations on both up and down lines for several hours. As a result, 10 coaches and the engine moved forward, while 20 coaches were left […]
In Bengaluru, 34-year-old Head Constable H.C. Thippanna, stationed at Hulimavu Traffic Police, died by suicide, citing harassment by his wife and father-in-law. Found near railway tracks, Thippanna left a note accusing his in-laws of threats and abuse. He claimed his father-in-law urged him to end his life. A case has been registered, sparking an investigation […]
BR Naidu, the newly appointed Chairman of the Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanams (TTD), announced changes to temple operations, prioritizing common devotees’ needs. He confirmed that Vaikuntha Dwara Darshan will be available from January 10 to 19, but all special darshans will be canceled during this period. Only devotees with darshan tokens will be allowed entry for […]
Following the bail granted to two key suspects in the rape and murder of a doctor at RG Kar Hospital, protests erupted in Kolkata led by Left parties and Congress. They criticized the CBI for its failure to deliver justice, alleging a “tacit understanding” between the ruling TMC and the BJP. Demonstrations included a march […]
Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar rejected the ‘One Nation One Election’ (ONOE) proposal, calling it an attempt by the BJP to weaken smaller regional parties that support the INDIA bloc. Speaking to the media, he stated that the BJP’s push for ONOE aims to undermine parties like TMC, DMK, SP, and Communists, which bolster […]
Arvind Kejriwal acknowledged that his government failed to fulfill three key promises: clean tap water, cleaning the Yamuna, and improving Delhi’s roads. He blamed the pandemic and arrests of AAP leaders for the delays. Kejriwal asked voters for another chance to complete these tasks within the next five years. BJP criticized his excuses, highlighting the […]