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Assam Child Marriage: Assam achieved a significant milestone as it witnessed a sharp 81 per cent decline in child marriages across 20 districts between 2021-22 and 2023-24. The achievement is a result of a strict legal crackdown by the state government, which vowed to eradicate child marriage by 2026. It also reflects the determination of Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma, who had earlier vowed to eliminate child marriage in Assam by 2026. The latest data showed significant progress in m ...Read More >
Delhi Exit Polls 2025: As the 2025 Delhi Assembly elections results approach, the political landscape is already heating up with exit polls providing a glimpse of the potential outcome. At least eight exit polls conducted on Wednesday forecasted a significant win for the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) over the ruling Aam Aadmi Party (AAP). While the Congress is projected to continue its downward trend with no major gains, two exit polls predict a win for AAP, while others show a close contest, wit ...Read More >
Mumbai Shocker: In a startling incident in Mumbai, a class 4 student said that an unknown person had entered her classroom, given her an injection, and then left. It is still uncertain what was injected. The girl's parents reported the incident to the Mumbai Police, stating that it happened on January 31. Five teams of police have been assembled to conduct a comprehensive investigation. Although they are currently reviewing the school's CCTV footage, they have not yet found any suspicious peopl ...Read More >
Delhi Election 2025: Campaigning for the high-stakes Delhi Assembly elections concluded on Monday, marking the start of the mandatory silence period ahead of voting on February 5. Under the Election Commission's Model Code of Conduct, all public meetings and election-related activities must cease 48 hours before polling ends. On the last day of campaigning, the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) organised 22 roadshows and rallies across Delhi in a bid to reclaim power after more than 25 years. Meanwh ...Read More >
Delhi Election 2025: A heated controversy has erupted following remarks made by Congress leader Sonia Gandhi about President Droupadi Murmu after her address in Parliament. Priyanka Gandhi has stepped in to defend her mother, asserting that the comments were misinterpreted. The issue originated from a video clip where Sonia Gandhi was speaking informally with her children, Rahul Gandhi and Priyanka. In the clip, she commented on President Murmu's noticeable fatigue at the end of her lengthy spe ...Read More >
Delhi Election 2025: In a significant blow to the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) just days before the Delhi Assembly elections on February 5, seven MLAs have resigned from the party. The resignations began with Naresh Yadav from Mehrauli, who left AAP on Friday, citing corruption as a major concern within the party. The other MLAs who have resigned include Bhavna Gaur from Palam, Rajesh Rishi from Janakpuri, Rohit Kumar from Trilokpuri, Madan Lal from Kasturba Nagar, BS June from Bijwasan and Pawan Shar ...Read More >
Mumbai School Bomb Threat: In Mumbai's western suburbs, the Kandivali Education Society (KES) school and Junior College received an alarming email on Monday, January 27. The email sent to the administration of the school claimed to have planted a bomb on their premises. The sender, identified as part of the 'Afzal gang', issued this threat, prompting immediate actions from the authorities. In response to the email, a thorough search of the institution was conducted by the local police, along wi ...Read More >
Kerala Kallakkadal Waves: The "kallakkadal phenomenon" is expected to hit the coastal parts of Kerala and Tamil Nadu on January 15, according to a warning from the central agency. The Indian National Centre for Ocean Information Services (INCOIS) states that there is a potential risk of sea surge because the locations are expected to have waves of up to 0.5 to 1.0 metres until 11:30 pm on the day. The Kerala Disaster Management Authority (KSDMA) here recommended coastal residents to relocate to ...Read More >
Z-Morh Sonamarg Tunnel: The Z-Morh Tunnel, now officially named the Sonamarg Tunnel, has been inaugurated by Prime Minister Narendra Modi on January 13, marking a significant milestone in improving connectivity in Jammu and Kashmir. This 6.5 km-long tunnel is part of the larger Zojila Tunnel project and is designed to provide all-weather access from Srinagar to Ladakh, ensuring year-round travel despite harsh weather conditions. Located near Gagangir village, ahead of Sonamarg, the tunnel is co ...Read More >
Kerala TET 2024 Admit Card: The Kerala Pareeksha Bhavan will issue admit cards for the Kerala Teacher Eligibility Test (KTET) today, January 8, 2025. Applicants can get the Kerala TET admit card from the official website, ktet.kerala.gov.in. The Kerala TET 2024 exams will take place on January 18 and 19, 2025. The first shift will take place from 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., followed by the second shift from 2 p.m. The Kerala TET exam is administered twice a year to verify candidates' ability to tea ...Read More >
IND vs AUS: India's star wicketkeeper-batter Rishabh Pant was spotted at Delhi Airport on Tuesday night, January 7, arriving from Sydney after the conclusion of the 2024-25 Border-Gavaskar Trophy. While most Indian team members left Australia on Wednesday, January 8, Pant returned a day earlier, sparking excitement among fans at the airport. Pant was seen warmly greeting fans, signing autographs, and clicking selfies, showcasing his ever-approachable personality. His return comes after a challe ...Read More >
Delhi bakery owner Puneet Khurana (40) was found hanging in his home in Model Town's Kalyan Vihar area on Tuesday. Khurana was reportedly "upset with his wife," whom he married in 2016. The couple co-owned 'For God's Cake' bakery and another establishment, 'Woodbox Cafe'. However, Woodbox Cafe had closed some time ago. Trilok Nath Khurana, Puneet's father, has levelled fresh accusations against his in-laws, seeking justice. Speaking to the media, he revealed that his daughter-in-law's family ha ...Read More >
Delhi Weather Update: Delhi experienced dense fog on Thursday morning, with the India Meteorological Department (IMD) reporting a minimum temperature of 7°C. The fog led to the implementation of low-visibility procedures at Indira Gandhi International Airport (IGI), although flights continued to operate as scheduled. The weather forecast for the coming days indicates that dense fog will persist in the early morning and late-night hours on December 26 and 28. The IMD also predicts partly cloudy ...Read More >
Indore News: A video went viral showing a Zomato delivery agent in Madhya Pradesh's Indore being forced to remove his Santa Claus costume while delivering an order on Christmas. The incident took place when the delivery man, dressed as Santa, was approached by Sumit Hardia, the district convenor of the Hindu Jagran Manch. Hardia interrogated the delivery agent and insisted he takes off the outfit. The man asked the delivery agent if he dressed as Lord Ram on Diwali. "Are you delivering an order ...Read More >
Karnataka NEET PG Counselling 2024: The Karnataka Examination Authority (KEA) has released the round 2 timetable for the state National Eligibility and Entrance Test for Postgraduate (NEET PG) 2024 counselling. Applicants can check the Karnataka NEET PG 2024 round 2 counselling timetable on the official website, cetonline.karnataka.gov.in. According to the timetable, aspirants can modify, change, and delete options for Karnataka NEET PG 2024 round 2 counselling until December 19. The Karnataka ...Read More >
Bihar NEET PG Counselling 2024: The Bihar Combined Entrance Competitive Examination Board (BCECEB) has started the National Eligibility Entrance Test - postgraduate (NEET PG) 2024 round 2 counselling registration and choice-filling process today, December 17. Interested and qualified applicants can apply for the Bihar NEET PG round 2 counselling 2024 form by going to the official website, bceceboard.bihar.gov.in. The Bihar NEET PG 2024 round 2 seat matrix, which comprises vacancies from round 1 ...Read More >
BPSSC Bihar ASI Recruitment 2024: Bihar Police Sub-ordinate Services Commission has released the notification for the Steno Assistant Sub Inspector posts in Home (Police) Dept. Govt. of Bihar. The registration process will start on December 17 and will end on January 17, 2025. Interested and eligible candidates can apply online at bpssc.bih.gov.in. This recruitment drive will fill up a total of 305 vacant seats in the organsiation. Candidates are advised to read the notification before applying ...Read More >
Bengaluru News: Amid a surge in cases of digital arrest across the nation, a 68-year-old senior citizen in Bengaluru reportedly lost Rs 1.94 crore to cyber fraudsters from his fixed deposit. The victim stated that the fraudsters claimed that they were from the Mumbai crime branch and threatened him with arrest if he did not pay the amount to them. The fraudsters allegedly held the man under digital arrest for almost a week and claimed that he was involved in a money laundering case linked to In ...Read More >
Karnataka News: The Karnataka High Court has temporarily stayed investigations into a cruelty case filed under Section 498A of the Indian Penal Code against a husband and his family. The complaint, lodged by the wife, claimed that her husband showed more affection for their pet cat than for her. Describing the case as "frivolous" and an abuse of legal process, Justice M Nagaprasanna commented on the burden such cases place on the criminal justice system. "If the investigation proceeds, it will ...Read More >
Tamil Nadu Rainfall: The IMD has upgraded the yellow alert for Chennai and neighbouring districts to orange for today. It has predicted heavy to very heavy rain at isolated places over Chennai, Tiruvallur, among others. Widespread rains lashed out in several parts of Tamil Nadu on Thursday, prompting authorities to declare a holiday for schools in Chennai and several other districts. The Public Works Department officials opened the shutters of two dams in Chennai suburbs and another in Thiruvann ...Read More >
Chennai Rain: A low-pressure area over the Southeast Bay of Bengal has developed into a deep depression, according to latest report from the India Meteorological Department (IMD). This weather system is moving west-northwest and is expected to approach the Sri Lanka-Tamil Nadu coast within the next 24 hours. The IMD has indicated that the low-pressure system is currently crossing Sri Lanka, particularly near Rameswaram and Thoothukudi in the Gulf of Mannar. Consequently, Tamil Nadu experienced ...Read More >
Odisha NEET PG Round 2 Counselling 2024: The Odisha PG medical counselling committee has announced the second phase of the Odisha NEET PG counselling 2024 timetable for admission to MD, MS, and PG Diploma programs. Eligible and NEET-PG qualified applicants will be able to fill out choices for the Odisha NEET PG round 2 counselling 2024 beginning December 16 on the official website, dmetodisha.in. The NEET PG admission fee for government medical institutions is Rs 58,800, while Hi-Tech-MC-Bhuban ...Read More >
Uttar Pradesh: A protest erupted in Uttar Pradesh's Jhansi after the National Investigation Agency (NIA) conducted searches at the residence of Mufti Khalid, the nephew of a Muslim cleric. The raid was conducted in connection with the radicalisation of individuals associated with Jaish-e-Mohammed, and the dissemination of terrorist propaganda. NIA was conducting searches at 19 locations across five states including Jammu and Kashmir, Assam, Maharashtra, Uttar Pradesh, and Gujarat. The operation ...Read More >
Bengaluru Weather Update: A week after the rains from Cyclone Fengal subsided, the India Meteorological Department (IMD) issued a yellow advisory for Bengaluru and the nearby areas on Wednesday. Another four days of rain is predicted to begin on Wednesday in Bengaluru and the surrounding districts of southern Karnataka. IMD forecasted that a low-pressure system would form over the Bay of Bengal, resulting in widespread moderate rainfall over Karnataka. A yellow alert has been issued for several ...Read More >
Uttarakhand Weather: After several places in Uttarakhand witnessed snowfall, minimum the temperature in the state on Tuesday settled at below 5 degrees Celcius. Due to snowfall on the peaks, the temperature has dropped at many places including Dehradun, with some also witnessing cold waves. Meanwhile, several hilly areas received the season's first snowfall on Monday. In most areas of Uttarakhand, the maximum temperature settled at one to two degrees Celsius below normal and the minimum tempera ...Read More >
Karnataka vs Baroda: Chennai Super Kings' (CSK) latest signing, Shreyas Gopal, showcased his bowling prowess by taking a sensational hat-trick for Karnataka against Baroda in the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy (SMAT) on Tuesday in Indore. The leg-spinning all-rounder delivered a match-turning spell, helping Karnataka secure a crucial victory. Defending a target of 170, Shreyas dismantled Baroda's batting lineup with precision. He struck first by dismissing opener Shashwat Rawat and followed it up with ...Read More >
Bangladesh's political landscape has plunged into chaos since the ouster of former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina on August 5. Extremist groups have reportedly targeted minorities, escalating the crisis and sparking calls for the protection of religious minorities in both Bangladesh. The International Society for Krishna Consciousness (ISKCON) has also come under intense scrutiny since the arrest of Chinmoy Krishna Das, a former ISKCON leader, for allegedly disrespecting Bangladesh's national fla ...Read More >
Intensifying its crackdown on influencers, markets regulator Sebi on Monday restrained seven entities, including Mohd Nasiruddin Ansari, who ran unauthorised investment advisory services in the name of 'Baap of Chart', for up to one year. The regulator also directed the entities -- Nasiruddin Ansari, Rahul Rao Padamati, Tabraiz Abdullah, Asif Iqbal Wani, Golden Syndicate Ventures Pvt Ltd (GSVPL), Mansha Abdullah and Jadav Vamshi -- to refund Rs 17.2 crore within three months. Ansari runs a pr ...Read More >
Russian President Vladimir Putin has received an invitation to visit India by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, with plans for the visit to be finalized in early 2025. This announcement was made by Kremlin Aide Yury Ushakov during a recent briefing. According to Ushakov, the two leaders have agreed to meet annually, and this time it is Russia's turn to host the meeting. "Our leaders have an agreement to hold meetings once a year. This time, it's our turn," the diplomat noted. "We received Mr. Modi' ...Read More >
The Kolkata Municipal Corporation (KMC) mandated that all commercial establishments in the city must display signboards in Bengali alongside other languages by February 21, 2025, an official stated. This move is part of the civic body's drive to promote the use of Bengali in public spaces. Municipal Secretary Swapan Kundu confirmed that the corporation is engaging with shop, restaurant and business owners to ensure compliance. The decision aligns with an October proposal by Trinamool Congress ...Read More >
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