The Ministry of Railways has announced a reduction in the advance reservation period for train tickets from 120 days to 60 days. This new policy, set to take effect on November 1, 2024, is aimed at simplifying the booking process for travelers across India. Key Changes: The new rule reduces the Advance Reservation Period (ARP) … Read more
In the Bahraich violence case, the Uttar Pradesh police shot two prime accused, identified as Sarfaraz and Talib, during an encounter on Thursday. The two men were reportedly trying to escape to Nepal when the incident occurred. According to an official statement from the Uttar Pradesh government, the police had taken the suspects to recover … Read more
Ratan Tata, the former chairman of Tata Sons and one of India’s most respected industrialists, passed away on Wednesday (October 9) at the age of 86. He was admitted to Mumbai’s Breach Candy Hospital, where he spent his final hours in intensive care. In a statement, N. Chandrasekaran, the current chairman of Tata Group, expressed … Read more
As the Tata Group, one of India’s largest conglomerates, prepares for its next chapter, questions surrounding the succession plan for its ₹33 lakh crore ($165 billion) empire have come into focus. While N. Chandrasekaran currently serves as the chairman of Tata Sons, the holding company, several members of the Tata family, particularly from the next generation, … Read more
In a 2010 interview with NDTV, Ratan Tata recounted a conversation with a fellow industrialist who suggested he pay ₹15 crore to a minister to facilitate a business deal. Tata, known for his principles, firmly refused. The other businessman, curious about how Tata managed to avoid corruption, asked him directly, “How do you avoid corruption?” Tata’s … Read more
With the passing of Ratan Tata, former chairman of Tata Group, the question of who will succeed him as the chairman of Tata Trusts looms large. Tata Trusts, which holds a 66% stake in Tata Sons, plays a crucial role in steering the direction of the $165 billion diversified group, especially as it faces numerous challenges … Read more
BeerBiceps aka Ranveer Allahbadia has a reason to celebrate as both his YouTube channels, which were hacked and deleted earlier this week, have been fully restored. (Photo credit: Instagram/@beerbiceps) In a huge relief for his fans and followers, YouTuber Ranveer Allahbadia, popularly known as BeerBiceps, announced that both of his hacked YouTube channels have been … Read more
Late on Wednesday night, at approximately 11:30 pm, YouTuber and influencer Ranveer Allahbadia, famously recognized as BeerBiceps, found himself in a challenging situation when hackers took control of his two YouTube channels. The intruders not only wiped out all the content but also replaced it with videos featuring Elon Musk and Donald Trump. The hackers … Read more
New Delhi: Actress Urmila Matondkar has reportedly filed for divorce from her husband, Mohsin Akhtar Mir, ending their eight-year-long marriage. According to a source cited by Hindustan Times, Urmila has made the decision after careful consideration, and the separation is not happening on mutual terms. While the reasons behind the split remain undisclosed, this development … Read more
In Uttar Pradesh’s Ghazipur, Mohammad Zahid, accused of murdering two RPF constables, Javed Khan and Pramod Kumar, was killed in an encounter. Zahid was shot during a joint operation by the Noida unit of the STF and Ghazipur police. He was taken to a hospital in critical condition, where doctors declared him dead. A reward … Read more
Prayagraj (Allahabad) – The Mahabodhi Express, traveling from New Delhi to Gaya (Bihar), was attacked by stone pelters near Prayagraj on Monday night, leaving several passengers injured. The train was stopped at Mirzapur station for medical attention to the injured passengers. The Railway Protection Force (RPF) has detained three suspects in connection with the incident. … Read more
Prayagraj – A stone pelting incident occurred on the Mahabodhi Express, which was traveling from Delhi to Gaya (Bihar) near Prayagraj. The incident took place around 9 PM on Monday, just before the Yamuna Bridge, when miscreants hurled stones at the train. One of the stones hit the guard’s brake panel, but fortunately, no passengers … Read more
New York – On the last day of his three-day visit to the United States, Prime Minister Narendra Modi met with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky in New York on Monday (local time). This marked their third meeting in three months, following Modi’s visit to Ukraine just a month ago. According to the Ministry of External … Read more
Bengaluru – A shocking incident in Bengaluru has led to widespread outrage after the dismembered body of 29-year-old Mahalakshmi was discovered in 30 pieces inside an apartment. Mahalakshmi, who had separated from her husband, was reportedly in a relationship with a man named Ashraf. Ashraf, originally from Uttarakhand, worked at a barbershop in the Nelamangala … Read more
Jalandhar: During a concert in Paris, Punjabi singer Diljit Dosanjh had a phone thrown at him by a fan while he was performing his popular song “Patiala Peg.” Diljit noticed the fan throwing the iPhone on stage, picked it up, and gently explained to the fan that this was not the right thing to do, … Read more
Jamshedpur: A massive explosion occurred at Tata Steel’s power house late on Friday evening, resulting in a severe fire within the company premises. Following three consecutive blasts, panic spread among the employees present in the area, and the surrounding neighborhoods also witnessed chaos. The flames were so intense that they could be seen from several … Read more
India has established a strong position in the Chennai Test against Bangladesh. The Indian team scored 376 runs in their first innings, while Bangladesh was bowled out for 149 runs. This puts India’s lead at 308 runs, with India currently at 81/3 in their second innings. In the first innings, Jasprit Bumrah excelled with 4 … Read more
The Financial Action Task Force (FATF), a global authority on combating money laundering and terrorist financing, has praised India for its robust measures in addressing illicit finance. In its latest report, released on Thursday, FATF commended India’s high level of technical compliance and significant progress in tackling these issues, but also highlighted areas where improvements … Read more
The Financial Action Task Force (FATF), the global watchdog on money laundering and terrorist financing, has highlighted the growing threat posed by left-wing extremist groups. According to the report released by FATF on September 19, these groups are actively seeking to overthrow governments, a concern that should be taken seriously by all democratic nations. FATF’s … Read more
The West Bengal Medical Council (WBMC) has cancelled the registration of Dr. Sandip Ghosh, the former principal of RG Kar Medical College and Hospital, following his arrest in connection with the rape and murder of a woman doctor at the hospital. Ghosh is also facing charges related to financial irregularities during his tenure. Medical License … Read more
The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) informed a special Sealdah court that there is no conclusive evidence so far to support claims of the 31-year-old trainee doctor at RG Kar Medical College and Hospital being gangraped in the Kolkata doctor rape and murder case. However, the investigation is still ongoing, with key suspects undergoing further … Read more
Prime Minister Narendra Modi delivered a significant address in Srinagar, Jammu and Kashmir, a day after the first phase of the Jammu and Kashmir Assembly election. The rally, held at Sher-e-Kashmir Park, drew around 30,000 party workers and supporters. PM Modi’s speech emphasized the region’s evolving democratic landscape and criticized opposition parties. Key Highlights from … Read more
In a disturbing incident in Nawada district, Bihar, over 20 Dalit homes were set on fire, allegedly due to a land dispute. The attack, which occurred on Wednesday night, has sparked intense criticism from opposition parties and prompted a significant police response. Police reports confirm that 21 houses were destroyed, contrary to earlier estimates of … Read more
The Indian government has labeled the recent US court summons related to Khalistani terrorist Gurpatwant Singh Pannun as “completely unwarranted.” The summons, issued by the US District Court for the Southern District of New York, involves the Government of India, National Security Advisor Ajit Doval, former R&AW chief Samant Goel, R&AW agent Vikram Yadav, and … Read more
The Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) has unveiled its new Delhi cabinet, with Mukesh Ahlawat joining as a fresh face. The announcement comes as Atishi prepares to take office as the chief minister of Delhi on September 21. The Delhi government will retain Gopal Rai, Kailash Gahlot, Saurabh Bharadwaj, and Imran Hussain in their ministerial roles. … Read more
An official inquiry has been initiated after the tragic death of Priyanka Bishnoi, a 33-year-old Rajasthan Administrative Service (RAS) officer, who passed away late Wednesday while receiving treatment in Ahmedabad. Bishnoi’s relatives claim that a recent surgery performed at a private hospital in Jodhpur was botched, leading to her deteriorating condition. Bishnoi, a 2016 batch … Read more
NPS Vatsalya, a new initiative under the National Pension System (NPS), aims to secure the financial future of children. Launched by Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman on September 18, 2024, this scheme is designed to help parents build a substantial retirement corpus for their children from an early age. Managed by the Pension Fund Regulatory … Read more
Karnataka – A serious case of sexual harassment has been filed against BJP MLA and former minister Munirathna and six other individuals in the Ramnagar district of Karnataka. The complaint was lodged at the Kaggalipura police station on the night of September 18, 2024. The First Information Report (FIR) includes charges under various sections of … Read more
The tragic rape and murder of a 31-year-old female trainee doctor at R.G. Kar Medical College and Hospital (RGKMCH) has sparked widespread protests from doctors and various sections of society over the past 40 days. Despite the protests being centered around women’s safety, some female doctors feel that the movement has been predominantly led by … Read more
The protests following the rape and murder of a 31-year-old female trainee doctor at R.G. Kar Medical College in Kolkata have sparked widespread demands for justice, particularly around women’s safety. However, many female doctors are frustrated by the underrepresentation of women in the protests, despite the movement being sparked by violence against a woman. While … Read more