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A 3.0-magnitude earthquake struck Bhutan at a shallow depth of 5 km, causing stronger ground shaking. Bhutan often experiences earthquakes because it is in an active Himalayan region. The country also faces other natural hazards like floods, landslides, and strong winds, which can damage homes and affect people living in vulnerable areas.
Assam has become the 1st state in India to start the MCU system for advanced criminal identification. The system collects fingerprints, retina scans, body measurements, and DNA to create detailed profiles of suspects. It helps police track repeat offenders, improve investigations, and share data across states. Officials say it will make policing faster.
RRB has extended the NTPC UG 2025 application deadline to December 4. Candidates can apply online, pay fees (Rs 500 general/OBC/EWS, Rs 250 reserved), and upload documents. Age limit is 18-33 years with relaxations. Application correction is open December 7-16. Selection includes CBTs, skill, and typing tests with 7th CPC pay.
Telangana Jagruti president Kavitha staged a rail roko protest in Kamareddy, demanding 42% BC reservations in local polls. Protesters raised slogans, and police removed them. She sustained a minor hand injury. The Congress govt plans Gram Panchayat elections in December, while the opposition criticised the low BC reservation implementation.
Santiago Nieva has been appointed head coach of India’s women’s boxing team. Previously High Performance Director (2017–2021), he brings decades of international experience to prepare athletes for the 2028 Olympics. Nieva aims to make Indian women boxers consistent global medal contenders across all weight categories.
Ayush Mhatre smashed an unbeaten 110 off 49 balls as Mumbai successfully chased 193 against Vidarbha in the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy. Ayush was retained by Chennai Super Kings for IPL 2026. His aggressive innings, backed by Suryakumar Yadav and Shivam Dube, powered Mumbai to a convincing win, placing them second in the Elite Group […]
Uttarakhand CM Pushkar Singh Dhami announced key bathing dates for Kumbh 2027 in Haridwar, meeting saints on the Ganga banks. Dates include Makar Sankranti, Mahashivratri, and Nav Samvatsar. Preparations focus on safety, crowd management, cleanliness, and culture, with full support from Akharas, the state, and central agencies for a grand, historic event.
SSC has released Delhi Police Constable exam dates for 2025. Driver exams are on December 16-17, Executive from December 18 to January 6, Head Constable (Ministerial) January 7-12, and Head Constable (AWO/TPO) January 15-22. Candidates can download the schedule and admit card from ssc.gov.in and must follow ID and exam centre guidelines carefully.
India spinner Sree Charani is excited to return to the Delhi Capitals in the Women’s Premier League 2026 after being bought for ₹1.3 crore. She debuted with DC in 2025 and feels at home with the team. Charani aims to contribute significantly, joining stars like Shafali Verma, Jemimah Rodrigues, and Sneh Rana for a strong […]
Aleema Khan, the sister of former PM Imran Khan, filed a contempt petition against Adiala Jail officials for ignoring an Islamabad High Court order allowing twice-weekly visits. PTI members held a sit-in after repeated denied meetings. The petition seeks legal action against authorities for non-compliance and political harassment, demanding enforcement of Khan’s visitation rights.
Choreographers Nandika Dwivedi and Gulnaaz were wrongly linked online after Smriti Mandana and Palash’s wedding postponement. Social media speculation suggested their involvement in the wedding. Gulnaaz clarified on Instagram, denying any connection and stressing that knowing someone socially or appearing in a photo doesn’t tie them to controversies.
India’s economy continues to grow strongly despite US-imposed tariffs. In Q2 of the 2025-26 financial year, GDP rose 8.2%, up from 5.6% in the same period last year (2024-25). This demonstrates India’s economic resilience and steady growth momentum across sectors, showing that global trade challenges have not slowed progress.
Amnesty International claimed Israel is still committing genocide against Palestinians in Gaza despite last month’s ceasefire. The group said restrictions on supplies continue, and living conditions remain dire. Israel FM rejected the allegations, calling Amnesty “fanatical” and asserting that its actions comply fully with international law.
After two days of record gains, Indian markets paused on Friday with mild profit booking. Sensex fell 13.71 points to 85,706.67, and Nifty dropped 12.60 points to 26,202.95. Analysts said the market remains strong, supported by auto, financials, and pharma sectors, positive global cues, and upcoming economic data expected to reinforce growth trends.
India’s new seismic zonation map places the entire Himalayan arc in a newly created highest-risk Zone VI under the revised BIS Earthquake Design Code. The update shows 61% of the country now falls in moderate to high hazard zones. Officials say earlier maps underestimated dangers from long-unruptured central Himalayan faults.