follow us:
Delhi Chief Minister Atishi launched the ‘Delhi Solar Portal’ on Wednesday as a single window solution for installing rooftop solar panels. The portal will enable Delhiites to become ‘prosumers,’ generating extra solar power. Atishi highlighted that the portal will help achieve the AAP government’s target of 750 MW rooftop solar power generation, as outlined in [&h...
In a setback to DMK government in Tamil Nadu, Madras High Court ordered a CBI probe into the illicit liquor tragedy that killed 68 people in Villupuram. The state already transferred the case to Crime Branch wing of the CID. It also opposed the transfer to CBI. It argued that it has arrested 24 people, […]
Indian Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a weather alert for an upper air cyclonic circulation forming over the South Andaman Sea and nearby areas around November 21. The system is expected to move west-northwestward, developing into a low-pressure area over the southeast Bay of Bengal by November 23, potentially intensifying into a depression by November […]
Madras High Court has ordered a Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) probe into the Kallakurichi hooch tragedy, which claimed 68 lives. The incident occurred on June 18 in Tamil Nadu’s Kallakurichi district. A division bench, comprising Justices D. Krishnakumar and P.B. Balaji, directed the Crime Branch-Criminal Investigation Department (CB-CID) to transfer the case to the […]
Federal Transport Minister Anita Anand announced increased security measures for travelers to India, citing “an abundance of caution.” In a statement issued, she confirmed that Transport Canada has implemented temporary additional security screenings, which may result in delays at airports. The measures are designed to enhance safety and security for international travelers.
Jharkhand witnessed a voting percentage of 67.59% till 5 pm in the second phase of the Assembly polls. ECI officials are sealing the EVMs as the polling in many places concluded. However, polling is going on in certain polling stations where voters were waiting in queue before the culmination of poll hours. BJP-led NDA and […]
Delhi Lieutenant Governor VK Saxena approved the long-pending promotion of 295 Chief Medical Officers (CMOs) working in Delhi govt hospitals on Wednesday. The promotions, implemented under the Delhi Health Service (Allopathy) Rules, 2009, aim to address long-standing issues faced by govt employees. This move ensures timely career progression and improved working conditions for the CMOs.
Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw advised filmmakers to embrace AI, 5G and virtual production in their craft. In an editorial, he wrote about India’s creative economy. He noted that India’s creators evolved from being just storytellers to being nation-builders. Calling the creative industry a $30-billion one, he highlighted government initiatives to foster content creation and innovat...
US Embassy in Kyiv announced a temporary closure after specific intelligence of a potential large-scale air attack expected on November 20. This comes amid fears of an escalation in the Russia-Ukraine war. “Out of an abundance of caution, the embassy will be closed, and embassy employees are being instructed to shelter in place,” the US […]
Kannada movie ‘Bagheera’, starring Srii Murali of ‘Ugramm’ fame, was released on Diwali (October 31, 2024) and received mixed reviews. Directed by Dr. Suri and written by Prashanth Neel, the film is now preparing for its OTT debut. Netflix announced that ‘Bagheera’ will premiere on November 21, 2024, in multiple languages, including Kannada, Telugu, Tamil, [&...
Manipur government extended the suspension of mobile internet services for three more days in seven districts, according to an order issued on Wednesday. The suspension, initially imposed on November 16 for two days to curb the spread of provocative content amid rising violence, was extended twice, with the latest extension set to last until November […]
A video journalist was killed after his motorcycle was hit by a speeding car in Chennai. The victim is identified as Pradeep Kumar. He was a cameraperson with a popular Telugu news channel, and worked as a part-time Rapido driver. He died when a BMW car hit his motorcycle. The driver of the car abandoned […]
Delhi High Court on Wednesday stayed proceedings against Senior Congress Leader P Chidambaram in the Aircel Maxis money laundering case. The court sought a response from the Enforcement Directorate (ED) regarding Chidambaram’s plea challenging the trial court’s decision to take cognizance of the ED’s chargesheet. The matter will be heard again in January 2025.
Election Commission of India (ECI) asked authorities in UP to ensure fair bypolls in the state. This comes after controversy erupted over checking of voters’ identity. ECI suspended at least seven police personnel for violating voter guidelines based on complaints by Samajwadi Party. “Any kind of biased attitude during voting will not be tolerated,” ECI […]
India’s Hardik Pandya reclaimed the top spot in the ICC Men’s T20I all-rounder rankings on Wednesday, following his standout performance in the recent T20I series against South Africa. Pandya’s 39* in the second match and 1/8 from three overs in the fourth game helped India secure a 3-1 series win, surpassing Liam Livingstone and Dipendra […]