India has won the toss and has opted to bat first in he second Test between India and Australia, part of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy, is set to begin in Adelaide at 9.30 am IST. In the 82 Tests held at this venue, teams winning the toss have opted to bat 72 times, winning 33 of […]
Farmers camping at the Shambhu border for 8 months will resume their protest march to Parliament today, demanding a legal guarantee for minimum support price (MSP). The march, starting at 1 pm, will involve around 100 farmers walking instead of using tractors. Security has been tightened, with barricades in place, causing potential traffic disruptions in […]
The Kartika Brahmotsavam of Goddess Sripadmavati has reached its final stage in Tiruchanur, Tirupati district, AP. On the occasion of Panchmithirtha, a saree was brought from the Tirumala temple to Tiruchanur as part of the procession. As per tradition, along with the saree, saffron, turmeric, and various ornaments are also brought for the goddess.
PM Modi has approved a high-level delegation to attend the elevation of Monsignor George Jacob Koovakad, a Kerala priest, to cardinal at the Vatican on Saturday. The 7-member team, led by Union Minister George Kurian, includes Rajeev Chandrasekhar, Kodikunnil Suresh, Satnam Singh Sandhu, Anil Antony, Anoop Antony Joseph, and Tom Vadakkan. Koovakad hails from Changanacherry, […]
The National Green Tribunal warned that untreated sewage flowing into the Ganga in Prayagraj could harm the health of millions of pilgrims attending the Maha Kumbh Mela. The tribunal criticized the delay in preventive measures and urged the high-powered committee to take urgent action before the festival begins on Jan 14, 2024. It emphasized the […]
The second Test between India and Australia, part of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy, is set to begin soon in Adelaide, with the toss expected to play a crucial role. In the 82 Tests held at this venue, teams winning the toss have opted to bat 72 times, winning 33 of those matches. Only twice has a […]
The Maharashtra govt declared a public holiday for Mahaparinirvan Divas on Friday, marking Dr. B.R. Ambedkar’s death anniversary. On this day, schools and banks across the state will remain closed. We remember Ambedkar, a key architect of India’s Constitution, for his fight against caste discrimination and his pivotal role in shaping India’s legal framework.
Gujarat Police arrested 12 people for impersonating ED officials and raiding Radhika Jewellers in Gandhidham, stealing gold, silver, and cash worth Rs 22.25 lakh. The mastermind, Shailendra Desai, planned the operation with associates Bharat Morwadia and Devayat Khachar. Police recovered the stolen items, and the suspects confessed. One suspect remains at large, and investigations are […]
➢ Finland Independence Day, ➢ Saint Nicholas Day, ➢ National Miners Day, ➢ National Microwave Oven Day, ➢ 1992: Demolition of Babri Masjid in Ayodhya ➢ 1956: Mahaparinirwana Diwas of Dr. BR Ambedkar, death of BR Ambedkar, the founder of the Constitution of India, ➢ 1936: Birth anniversary of star heroine Savitri, ➢ 1999: Birthday […]
Union Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw shared a video on X showcasing India’s first 410-meter Hyperloop test track, completed at IIT Madras’ Discovery Campus. A joint effort by Indian Railways, IIT-Madras’ Avishkar Hyperloop team, and TuTr Hyperloop, the project marks a milestone in India’s high-speed transport ambitions.
Sukhbir Singh Badal, leader of Shiromani Akali Dal, hugged two police officers, ASIs Jasbir Singh and Hira Singh, for saving his life during an assassination attempt at the Golden Temple in Amritsar. The attacker, former Khalistani terrorist Narain Singh Chaura, missed the shot, thanks to the officers’ quick actions. Badal expressed deep gratitude and praised […]
A huge earthquake occurred in Northern California, USA, and the magnitude of the earthquake was around 7 on the Richter scale. The United States has revealed that earthquakes have occurred in Petrolia, Scotia, Cobb and other areas due to this effect. In this order, the National Tsunami Center has issued tsunami warnings. However, more details […]
The West Bengal Assembly unanimously passed a motion urging the Centre to attract airlines for direct flights from Kolkata to Europe and the US. Moved by Minister Chandrima Bhattacharya, it emphasized collaboration to ease travel. Opposition leader Suvendu Adhikari supported the motion, pledging BJP MLAs’ participation in delegations to advocate for better connectivity.
A US judge rejected Boeing’s criminal settlement over the 737 MAX crashes, criticizing diversity policies at Boeing and the Justice Department. Judge Reed O’Connor expressed concerns that DEI initiatives could affect the fair selection of a compliance monitor. He stated that public confidence in the process would be undermined. The parties were given 30 days […]