The newly appointed principal of RG Kar Medical College and Hospital in Kolkata was removed from her position on August 21, 2024, following demands from protesting students. This decision comes in the wake of ongoing demonstrations over the alleged rape and murder of a trainee doctor at the institution.
8:47 PM
PM Modi Thanks Indian Community in Poland
Prime Minister Narendra Modi, who arrived in Poland on August 19, was warmly welcomed by the Indian community there. The PM interacted with attendees, shaking hands and acknowledging their enthusiastic reception.
8:44 PM
Sharad Pawar Receives Z-Plus Security
The Indian government has granted Z-plus security to Nationalist Congress Party (NCP) chief Sharad Pawar. The Union Home Ministry has assigned a team of 55 armed CRPF personnel for his protection.
7:18 PM
Rahul Gandhi Calls for Measures to Ensure Women’s Safety
Following the Badlapur sexual assault case, Rahul Gandhi emphasized the need for a societal re-evaluation to ensure women’s safety. He urged all parties and governments to brainstorm and implement effective measures to address such crimes.
6:44 PM
Amul Ranked as World’s Strongest Food Brand
Amul has been recognized as the world’s strongest food brand and the leading dairy brand for the fourth consecutive year by Brand Finance, UK.
5:48 PM
PM Modi Begins Two-Nation Visit
Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s visit to Poland marks the beginning of a two-nation tour, which will also include Kyiv. Modi’s trip is significant as it is the first by an Indian Prime Minister to Poland in 45 years.
4:59 PM
Indian Astronaut to Visit International Space Station
An Indian astronaut is expected to travel to the International Space Station by April next year as part of the NASA-ISRO collaboration, according to Science and Technology Minister Jitendra Singh.
4:46 PM
Sarada Muraleedharan Appointed Chief Secretary of Kerala
Sarada Muraleedharan will take over as the Chief Secretary of Kerala, replacing V Venu. Muraleedharan, a 1990 batch IAS officer, is currently serving as Additional Chief Secretary (Planning).
4:38 PM
Rajya Sabha Bypoll Nominations Filed
Candidates Dhairyasheel Patil of BJP and Nitin Patil of NCP filed their nominations for the Rajya Sabha bypolls from Maharashtra, which are scheduled for September 3.
4:13 PM
Explosion at Andhra Pradesh Pharma Company
An explosion at a pharmaceutical company in Andhra Pradesh’s Achutapuram Special Economic Zone injured 18 people. The injured have been admitted to NTR Hospital.
4:11 PM
Case Filed Against Former Bangladesh PM Sheikh Hasina
A new case has been filed against Bangladesh’s ex-prime minister Sheikh Hasina and 86 others over a violent incident during recent protests in Sylhet city.
3:58 PM
Four Boys Drown in Rajasthan Pond
Four boys, ages 16-18, drowned in a pond in Rajasthan’s Tonk district after getting stuck in mud while trying to retrieve a buffalo.
3:39 PM
India Remains Net Steel Importer
From April to July, India imported 2.69 million metric tons of steel while exporting 1.57 million tons, maintaining its status as a net importer.
3:17 PM
Himachal Pradesh’s Economy to Stabilize Soon
Himachal Pradesh Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu stated that the state’s economy will stabilize within six months, after which arrears and dearness allowances will be addressed.
3:17 PM
Man Electrocuted, Woman Found Dead in Amethi
A 45-year-old man died from electrocution while working on a switchboard, and a woman’s body was found in a river in Amethi, UP.