The Bombay High Court ruled that marks obtained by candidates in public recruitment can be disclosed under the Right to Information (RTI) Act, as it does not violate privacy. The court heard a petition from Onkar Kalmankar, who sought his marks after being excluded from the final list for a Junior Clerk post, despite ranking […]
A case has been filed against filmmaker Ram Gopal Varma for allegedly posting morphed images of Andhra Pradesh CM Chandrababu Naidu, his family, and Deputy CM Pawan Kalyan. The complaint, lodged by TDP leader Ramalingam, claims the posts were disrespectful and tarnished their reputations. The case was filed under the IT Act at Maddipadu police […]
The Bombay High Court will today, November 12, hear Lt Colonel Prasad Purohit’s petition challenging the release of “Match Fixing: The Nation at Stake,” set for November 15, alleging it could harm his career as a decorated army officer. Purohit’s lawyer argued the film’s portrayal of events surrounding the 2008 Malegaon blast is sensitive and […]
Israeli Defence Minister Israel Katz stated that Iran’s nuclear facilities are now “more exposed than ever to strikes.” Katz emphasized Israel’s opportunity to thwart the “existential threat” posed by Iran. Despite Tehran’s denial of nuclear weapon ambitions, it has enriched uranium to 60%. Tensions between Israel and Iran continue, with missile strikes...
President-elect Donald Trump has appointed Stephen Miller, a strong immigration advocate, as Deputy Chief of Staff. Miller, a former policy advisor and speechwriter, will work alongside Tom Homan, the new “Border Czar,” to tighten border security and deport illegal migrants. Trump’s focus on immigration is clear, with the crackdown expected to begin on Inauguration Day.
Donald Trump nominated former congressman Lee Zeldin to lead the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). If confirmed, Zeldin would focus on rolling back Biden-era protections and enacting deregulatory policies to benefit U.S. businesses while maintaining high environmental standards. Trump, a global warming skeptic, has previously criticized climate change policies and the EPA.
Israel’s FM Bezalel Smotrich pledged to annex Israeli settlements in the occupied West Bank by 2025, calling it an opportunity with Donald Trump’s potential return to power. Smotrich ordered preparations to apply “sovereignty” over the settlements, praising Trump’s prior support for Israel. Palestinians have long opposed Israeli settlements, calling them a barrier ...
Melania Trump will skip the traditional White House meeting with First Lady Jill Biden on Wednesday. Traditionally, the outgoing first lady hosts her successor for tea, but Melania did not meet Jill after the 2020 election. Jill extended the customary invitation last week, symbolizing a peaceful transition of power. The two are set to meet […]
A Spirit Airlines flight from Fort Lauderdale to Port-au-Prince was struck by gunfire, causing minor injuries to a flight attendant and leading to an emergency diversion to the Dominican Republic. No passenger injuries were reported. Spirit and American Airlines suspended Haiti flights, as Haiti faces political turmoil with the recent decision to replace Prime Minister […]
Pakistan may withdraw from the 2025 ICC Champions Trophy if its hosting rights are revoked due to India’s refusal to travel for the tournament. The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) is seeking clarity from the ICC regarding India’s decision and the possibility of a hybrid model, similar to last year’s Asia Cup. The PCB is consulting […]
Delhi has reported a five-year high in malaria and chikungunya cases in 2024, with 728 malaria cases and 172 chikungunya cases as of November 9. Malaria cases have risen from 228 in 2020 to 728 this year, while chikungunya cases also saw an increase. However, dengue cases have decreased sharply, with 4,533 reported this year […]
Carlos Alcaraz’s ATP Finals debut ended in disappointment as he fell 6-1, 7-5 to Norway’s Casper Ruud. The Spanish star made 34 unforced errors, struggling with consistency throughout the match. Ruud, who had been in poor form recently, mounted a comeback from 5-2 down in the second set, securing his first career win over Alcaraz […]
The U.S. Presidential polls occur every four years, with candidates representing major parties—Democratic and Republican—running for office. Voters cast ballots on Election Day, and the winner is determined by the Electoral College system, with 270 out of 538 electoral votes needed to win. Primaries and caucuses are held in each state to select party nominees.
The Model Code of Conduct (MCC) is a set of guidelines established by the Election Commission of India to ensure free and fair elections. Introduced in 1960, it aims to maintain the integrity of the electoral process by regulating the behavior of parties and candidates during elections. The MCC covers aspects like campaign conduct, and […]
Health experts suggest that consuming sweet potatoes significantly boosts the number of white blood cells, which are essential for our immune system and help protect against diseases. Incorporating sweet potatoes into your diet is beneficial, as they are rich in vitamin A, which improves eyesight, and they also contain iron, which aids in blood production.