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Coal India Ltd (CIL), a state-owned company, increased its coal production by 2.4% to 471 million tonnes (MT) during the April-November period of the current financial year, compared to 460 MT in the same period last year. CIL, which accounts for over 80% of India’s domestic coal production, also reported a 1.7% rise in November, […]
The National Medical Commission has warned Indian students against enrolling in non-compliant private medical colleges abroad. The Foreign Medical Graduate Licentiates Regulations stipulate that foreign medical degrees must last at least 54 months, with 12-month internship at the same institution. Graduates must fulfill these requirements to be eligible for registration to practice in India.
Lok Sabha and Rajya Sabha were adjourned shortly after convening, continuing the legislative deadlock. Meetings between opposition MPs and the Lok Sabha Speaker failed to resolve the impasse. Opposition parties accused the government of avoiding crucial discussions, while the government emphasized the need for order in the House before proceeding with talks.
The Coastal Shipping Bill, 2024, aimed at boosting coastal trade and involving Indian-flagged vessels for national security and commercial purposes, was introduced in the Lok Sabha on Monday by Union Minister Sarbananda Sonowal. Despite opposition protests over Sambhal violence and the Adani issue, the bill was passed through a voice vote amid ongoing disruptions in […]
Final round of the 78th Senior National Football Championship for the Santosh Trophy will begin on December 14 in Hyderabad. Twelve teams, including nine group stage winners, two finalists from last season (Services and Goa), and hosts Telangana, are divided into two groups. The quarter-finals will take place on December 26-27, with semi-finals and the […]
The Supreme Court expressed concern over DMK leader Senthil Balaji’s reinstatement as a Tamil Nadu minister shortly after receiving bail in a corruption case. The court said, “We grant bail, and the next day you go and become Minister, anybody will be bound under the impression. Justice AS Oka remarked on potential pressure, and the […]
Telangana govt’s Gruhajyoti scheme aims to ease electricity bill burdens on poor households by providing free power to families consuming up to 200 units per month. CM Revanth Reddy recently tweeted that 10.52 lakh families in Hyderabad have benefited, calling it a remarkable achievement. He also credited the initiative to the welfare-driven legacy of Indiramma’s […]
The Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) has blamed the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) for Delhi’s deteriorating law and order after the arrest of an AAP MLA linked to a gang. AAP plans to raise the issue in the Rajya Sabha, accusing the central government of neglecting its responsibility for maintaining law and order in the National […]
The Trinamool Congress has demanded talks on the Adani case and unemployment, accusing the BJP of neglecting parliamentary duties. Disruptions in the Lok Sabha led to an adjournment. PM Modi met with Amit Shah and BJP Chief JP Nadda. Meanwhile, EAM S Jaishankar will address India-China relations post-Ladakh standoff, with opposition pushing for a debate […]
Former minister Sake Sailajanath criticized the shift of the High Court from Kurnool to Amaravati, calling it unfair to the Rayalaseema region. He also questioned the relocation of Andhra Pragathi Grameena Bank’s headquarters to Amaravati. Sailajanath demanded the establishment of a second capital in Rayalaseema to address regional imbalances and ensure equitable development.
A committee led by economist Debapriya Bhattacharya estimates $16 billion was illicitly siphoned annually during Sheikh Hasina’s 15-year rule. The white paper, submitted to interim leader Muhammad Yunus, details inflated project costs and crony capitalism. Yunus condemned the open looting, while Bhattacharya highlighted the rise of oligarchs who controlled policy framing in Bangladesh.
Congress on Monday confirmed that there will be no alliance with AAP for the upcoming Delhi Assembly election, echoing AAP leader Arvind Kejriwal’s Sunday statement. Former MP Udit Raj emphasized that Delhi Congress interim chief Devender Yadav had already ruled out any alliance, accusing AAP of trying to create confusion and undermine Congress despite the […]
The Indian Navy is close to finalizing a deal for 26 Rafale Marine fighter jets, Navy Chief Admiral Dinesh K Tripathi confirmed at the Navy Day press conference. He stated that negotiations are nearly complete and the deal will soon go to the Cabinet Committee on Security. The acquisition aims to enhance the Navy’s capabilities […]
Supreme Court directed lawyers to circulate a letter requesting an early hearing of a plea challenging the Delhi High Court’s senior advocate designations. Recently, 70 lawyers were designated as senior advocates after evaluation by a permanent committee. The process sparked controversy when senior advocate Sudhir Nandrajog resigned, claiming the final list was prepared without his [&hell...
After a $1.5 billion joint venture with China’s SAIC Motor to sell Morris Garages’ electric vehicles, JSW Group is set to launch its own EV brand as part of the Make in India. Chairperson Sajjan Jindal emphasized that the company aims to manufacture and add value in India, not just serve as a Chinese outpost. […]