Prashant Kishor expressed concern over the NDA’s victory in Bihar’s assembly by-polls, despite the BJP-led coalition’s failure to address the state’s backwardness. He defended his party, Jan Suraaj, for securing 10% of the vote share. Kishor criticized Nitish Kumar as a “spent force” and reaffirmed Jan Suraaj’s commitment to contesting all 243 seats in ...
Manipur govt on Saturday announced the extension of mobile internet suspension for 2 more days in 7 districts of the state. This decision aims to maintain law and order amid ongoing tensions. Suspension, initially imposed to curb the spread of misinformation and prevent further unrest, will continue as authorities work to stabilize the situation in […]
A Delhi police constable, Kiranpal, was fatally stabbed during a night patrol in Govindpuri, South Delhi. Found with multiple stab wounds, he was discovered in Gali No. 13. Senior officers are investigating the incident. In a separate case, police arrested two suspects linked to a shooting at a petrol pump in Gokalpuri that injured an […]
Iconic poet and lyricist Gulzar urged President Droupadi Murmu to engage more with litterateurs, stating they have limited opportunities to share their views with the government. His remark came during the sixth edition of ‘Sahitya Aaj Tak’ in New Delhi, where he was honored with the prestigious ‘Aaj Tak Sahitya Jagriti Lifetime Achievement Award.’
The Supreme Court ruled that the brutality of a crime does not eliminate the necessity for proof beyond a reasonable doubt in criminal cases. In a case involving the abduction and murder of Gurpal Singh, the court emphasized that convictions must be based on legally admissible evidence. The court acquitted the accused due to insufficient […]
Jharkhand Chief Minister Hemant Soren thanked the people of the state for the INDIA bloc’s strong performance in the assembly polls, stating it passed the “exam of democracy.” The coalition, including JMM, Congress, RJD, and CPIM(L) Liberation, is poised for a decisive victory, having won 31 seats and leading in 24 others. Soren won Barhait […]
Five labourers, including three women, died, and eight others were injured when an APSRTC bus collided with an auto-rickshaw in Garladinne, Anantapur district. The victims, returning to Putluru after work, were caught when the auto driver made a sudden turn and couldn’t avoid the speeding bus. Thirteen people, including the driver, were in the rickshaw; […]
President Droupadi Murmu attended the sixth edition of Sahitya Aaj Tak, India’s premier literary festival organized by Aaj Tak. The three-day event, held at Major Dhyan Chand National Stadium from November 22 to 24, culminated in the conferral of the Aaj Tak Sahitya Jagriti Lifetime Achievement Award on Gulzar, honoring his exceptional contributions to Indian […]
Reports indicate that actors Tamannaah Bhatia and Vijay Varma are preparing to get married in 2025. The couple, who confirmed their relationship in 2023, is currently house hunting for a luxurious apartment in Mumbai to settle into after their wedding. While they have not made an official announcement, excitement is building among fans and the […]
Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah celebrated Congress’ sweep in the assembly by-polls, claiming victory in the ‘people’s court.’ He credited the party’s success to its guarantee schemes and highlighted wins in Sandur, Shiggaon, and Channapatna. Siddaramaiah also responded to BJP’s allegations, defending his government and mocking JD(S) leaders, especially HD Deve Gow...
Bombay High Court denied bail to a 21-year-old man accused of distributing an explicit video of a 17-year-old girl, emphasizing that sharing such material with her family was a “very serious issue.” Justice Manish Pitale reviewed the bail application, noting that the accused had befriended the minor online and coerced her into sending the video.
Binny Bansal, co-founder of Flipkart, has stepped down from PhonePe’s board after playing a key role in its acquisition in 2016. PhonePe appointed Manish Sabharwal as an Independent Director and Chair of its Audit Committee. CEO Sameer Nigam expressed gratitude for Bansal’s mentorship and welcomed Sabharwal’s expertise in macroeconomics to guide the company’s future growth.
A US judge rejected the SEC’s request to sanction Elon Musk for skipping a meeting with regulators to watch a rocket launch. Musk was ordered to testify in September regarding his $44 billion takeover of X (formerly Twitter). US District Judge Jacqueline Scott Corley ruled the request moot, as Musk reimbursed the SEC for the […]
Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma expressed personal pain over BJP’s loss in Jharkhand, despite winning all Assam by-elections. He congratulated the JMM-led alliance and Hemant Soren for their victory and pledged continued support to BJP workers in challenging times. Sarma emphasized the party’s focus on state development and youth aspirations, while accepting the people’s mandate.
Lahore, the capital of Pakistan’s Punjab province, continues to be the world’s most polluted city, despite a light drizzle on Saturday morning that had raised hopes for improvement in the severe air quality and smog. The meteorological department stated that no significant relief is expected, with temperatures expected to remain around 24°C during the day […]