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NASA is offering up to $20,000 for the best Lunar Rescue System design to transport a stranded astronaut on the Moon. The challenge, part of NASA’s Artemis missions, seeks innovative solutions to move astronauts across rugged terrain. Submissions are open until January 23, 2025. The competition will address critical concerns for astronaut safety on future […]
India was awarded the ‘Good Practice Award for Asia and Pacific 2024’ for adopting effective social security practices for its workforce. The award was presented by Mohammed Azman, President of the International Social Security Association (ISSA), at the Regional Social Security Forum in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. The recognition was announced by the Labour Ministry on […]
Shiv Sena leader Eknath Shinde caused discomfort at Maharashtra’s swearing-in ceremony by going off script. As Governor CP Radhakrishnan began leading Shinde through the oath, he unexpectedly started a speech praising PM Modi, Amit Shah, and Bal Thackeray. His unscripted remarks left leaders on stage visibly uncomfortable, prompting the governor to stop him and restart […]
Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma has announced a ban on the public consumption of beef in hotels, restaurants, and community gatherings, amid political controversy. The move follows accusations from Congress that the BJP used beef distribution to influence voters in a recent by-election. Critics argue that the ban infringes on individual dietary rights and question […]
Icon star Allu Arjun will be charged for the stampede that erupted outside a Hyderabad theatre, which left one woman dead. Police said that he arrived to theatre without prior intimation. Besides the actor, the management of Sandhya Theatre will also be charged for not making any “additional provisions regarding security to manage the crowd”. […]
Government informed the Rajya Sabha on Thursday that there is no proposal to increase the retirement age of Supreme Court and high court judges. Law Minister Arjun Ram Meghwal clarified that the Constitution does not mention any “cooling off” period for post-retirement assignments. SC judges retire at 65, HC judges at 62, and district judges […]
Delhi’s special court sent AAP MLA Naresh Balyan to a day’s judicial custody in an organised crime case under the stringent MCOCA. The court noted that arguments on the Delhi Police’s request for 10-day custody for interrogation remained inconclusive, with further hearings scheduled for December 6. Balyan’s case involves alleged involvement in organized crime activities.
US Secretary of State Antony Blinken accused Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov of spreading misinformation and blamed Moscow for escalating the war in Ukraine. Speaking at the OSCE meeting in Malta, Blinken stated that Lavrov’s actions are part of Putin’s imperial agenda to erase Ukraine, emphasizing that the conflict is not about Russia’s security but […]
President Xi Jinping urged the military to “combat corruption” and enhance its ability to “win wars,” according to state media reports on Thursday. His comments come as Beijing intensifies its crackdown on corruption within the armed forces, emphasizing the need for a stronger and more efficient military that is free from corrupt practices.
The Madhya Pradesh High Court has banned school buses older than 12 years from transporting students, following a tragic 2018 accident. The court mandated safety guidelines, including GPS and CCTV on buses, regular medical checks for drivers, and a teacher onboard. It also directed the government to amend the Motor Vehicles Act to ensure specific […]
Karnataka Lokayukta institution slammed ED for sharing details of MUDA site allotment scam with the media. Lokayukta called the move “unprofessional and unethical”. The controversy centers on allegations against Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah, his wife Parvathi, his brother-in-law Mallikarjuna Swamy, and others. Lokayukta police booked them in the case on the orders of a special court.
The ED uncovered a major financial crime ring in Delhi-NCR, involving chartered accountants, a company secretary, and a crypto trader, allegedly defrauding victims of over ₹640 crore. The group used online scams like betting, phishing, and fake job offers to launder money through 5,000 mule accounts. Three arrests were made, and raids led to violent […]
In a shocking incident in Odisha’s Ganjam district, theatre artist Bimbadhar Gouda killed a pig and ate its raw meat during a Ramayana play on November 24. The controversial act, part of the Kanjianal Yatra celebrations, sparked outrage and led to his arrest for violating animal cruelty laws. The event also illegally showcased snakes, prompting […]
Karnataka government plans to revise the Cauvery water tariffs for the first time in 13 years as Bengaluru faces a severe water crisis. The proposed hike aims to meet growing demand and support the financial stability of the Bangalore Water Supply and Sewerage Board (BWSSB). Currently, domestic tariffs range from Rs 7 to Rs 45 […]
Delhi CM Atishi on Thursday met the family of 12-year-old Prince, who died at a private school after a fight with classmates. She assured them of support and a thorough investigation. Atishi criticized the breakdown of law and order in Delhi, impacting children, and promised action if school negligence was found. Police have arrested one […]