Kolkata’s yellow Ambassador taxis, once a symbol of the city, are being retired due to rising maintenance costs and pollution regulations. By 2025, over half of the fleet will be gone. Drivers worry about losing their livelihood, while commuters lament the loss of affordable and reliable transportation. The shift to app-based services raises concerns over […]
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has urgently called for reinforcements along the eastern front as Russian forces continue to advance, capturing new villages in Donetsk and Zaporizhzhia. In his nightly address, he emphasized the critical need for timely military support from Western allies to bolster Ukraine’s defense capabilities. The U.S. recently announced a $725 million military...
Star batter Virat Kohli and star pacer Jasprit Bumrah engaged in a high-intensity net session before Adelaide test. As the duo prepared for the pink-ball day-night encounter, they went head-to-head in a fiery net session. A video shared by the official broadcaster showed Kohli and Bumrah facing-off eachother. The second Test will begin on Friday, […]
Mohammed Khaleel Ghori, who went missing from his Hyderabad home in August 2014 at the age of 12, has been traced in Uttar Pradesh by Telangana Police’s Women Safety Wing. The missing case was successfully solved by the SHE Cyber Lab and Anti-Human Trafficking Unit. The boy had gone missing from his residence under the […]
Google representatives met Telangana CM Revanth Reddy at his residence in Hyderabad. The meeting was part of Google’s agreement with Telangana to establish a Google Safety Engineering Center (GSEC) in Hyderabad. Google CIO Royal Hansen, Arijit Sarkar, and Srinivas Reddy were present during the meeting. CM Revanth highlighted Telangana’s leading role in digital skill development.
Actors Naga Chaitanya and Sobhita Dhulipala tied the knot on December 4 at Annapurna Studios in a grand yet intimate ceremony. Naga wore a traditional pancha, fully immersed in the sacred rituals, while Sobhita dazzled in a Kanjivaram silk saree with real gold zari. She complemented her look with elegant jewelry, including maathapatti, bajubandh, and […]
India marked Navy Day with a spectacular operational display near Puri, Odisha, attended by President Droupadi Murmu. The event showcased indigenous technology and highlighted advancements in naval strength. This celebration underscored India’s commitment to maritime security and technological innovation, reinforcing its role in the Indian Ocean region.
West Bengal Govt called for a reshuffle in the intelligence department has led to significant changes in the CID. Key officials, including ADG CID R Rajasekharan and Kolkata’s intelligence chief, were transferred. Tensions within the state police, due to stalled investigations and inefficiency. The NIA had to intervene in key cases, with CID’s shortcomings in […]
Counter Intelligence Kashmir (CIK) of Jammu and Kashmir Police conducted raids in different blocks of the Central Jail in Srinagar. They recovered several digital devices, including cellphones and tablets. The searches were conducted as a part of CIK’s ongoing investigation into terror-related activities in the region. CIK cordoned off the Central Jail in Rainawari and […]
Rural Development Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan reiterated that schemes like MGNREGA are demand-based. He explained that if the allocated budget falls short, additional funds will be sought from Finance Ministry based on state demands. He also said that in the first eight months of the financial year, his ministry spent almost 56% of the allocated […]
DOT has sought feedback from Trai on norms for allocating satellite spectrum, as informed in Parliament. Govt will allocate spectrum for satellite services through an administrative mechanism, while telecom operators will acquire radiowaves through auctions. Minister Pemmasani Chandra Sekhar confirmed that administratively assigned spectrum will be chargeable & contribute to revenue.
Peruvian President Dina Boluarte’s nose job in 2023 has sparked controversy, with lawmakers demanding her resignation for not informing the public or delegating responsibilities during her recovery. Former PM Alberto Otarola revealed the procedure was for breathing issues. Amid other ongoing scandals, including accusations of bribery and responsibility for protester deaths, Boluarte’...
Supreme Court told West Bengal ex-minister Partha Chatterjee that “on the face of it, you are a corrupt person.” He was arrested in an alleged cash-for-job scam. A bench of Justices Surya Kant and Ujjal Bhuyan, reserved its verdict on the bail plea of Chatterjee. The bench questioned the ED over his continued incarceration saying […]
Central Bureau of Investigation carried out searches at 10 locations in Delhi and nearby areas, investigating a transnational cyber fraud case involving ₹117 crore. Based on a complaint from the Union Home Ministry’s Cyber Crime Coordination Centre (I4C), the CBI revealed that overseas fraudsters used digital platforms like websites, WhatsApp & Telegram to target victims […]
Congress leader Sachin Pilot criticized the central government over religious site disputes in Sambhal and Ajmer, accusing them of stirring division. He also acknowledged Congress’ by-election losses in Rajasthan, calling for collective responsibility. Pilot supported protests over the cancelled Sub-Inspector recruitment and raised concerns about the Eastern Rajasthan Canal Project and un...