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New Delhi: The Registrar General of India (RGI) on Thursday said stern action will be taken against any official or employee found violating rules or negligence of duty during the first phase of the Census. Confirming this to ETV Bharat here on Thursday, a senior official from the RGI said, "Yes a circular has been issued in this direction." The circular issued to the Directorate of Census Operations across the country, states that the officials could face up to three years in jail. Additionall ...Read More >
Kota: The Session 2 of the Joint Entrance Examination (JEE) Main 2026 commenced on Thursday. JEE Main is held for Paper 1 and 2 and are conducted in two shifts - first shift from 9 am to 12 pm and second shift from 3 to 6 pm. The JEE Main Paper 1 (BE/BTech) will be held on April 2, 4, 5, 6, 7 and 8 while Paper 2A (BArch) and Paper 2B (BPlanning) are scheduled for April 7. The exams are conducted at 566 centres across 304 cities in India and 14 cities outside the country. In Rajasthan's Kota, kn ...Read More >
New Delhi: The ongoing conflict in West Asia has coffee farmers leaving them grappling with an unexpected and severe crisis. Coffee exports have been disrupted by logistical challenges and trade uncertainties, triggering a sharp decline in prices. The Robusta cherry variety, which earlier ranged between Rs 260 and Rs 280 per kilogram, is now fluctuating between Rs 180 and Rs 205, dealing a significant blow to farmers' incomes. Left in the lurch, the farmers are now urging the government to int ...Read More >
New Delhi: Ongoing conflict in West Asia has significantly influenced travel preferences; many tourists' travel plans are taking a decisive turn toward closer destinations. What was once a growing enthusiasm for international holidays is now giving way to a renewed interest in domestic destinations because of safety concerns, rising costs, flight disruptions, and general uncertainty have made international travel less appealing. Instead, people are rediscovering the charm and diversity within t ...Read More >
Faridabad: Amid growing shortage of domestic cooking gas (LPG), public interest is now rapidly shifting towards Piped Natural Gas (PNG). In areas where the pipeline network has been expanded, a large number of families are eager to adopt this facility. While previously, not many people would apply for a PNG connection, there is now a sudden surge in the number of applications. In recent times, this figure has multiplied several times over -- a clear indication that people are seeking a sustaina ...Read More >
New Delhi: The government has green-lit seven projects worth ₹5,532 crore through the Electronics Components Manufacturing Scheme (ECMS), which will intend to fasten the country's dependence on imports for electronic components and support the creation of 5,195 direct jobs, Union Electronics and IT Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw said on Monday. "These projects will significantly reduce India's import dependence for core components like multi-layer PCBs, camera modules, copper laminates, and polyprop ...Read More >
New Delhi: With the RBI choosing to keep the repo rate steady at 5.5 percent, there's a mix of relief and realism across industries. For homebuyers, it means no change in EMIs is a kind of welcome sign, especially during the festive season. But real estate experts caution that this alone won't solve deeper affordability issues. On the other hand exporters, particularly small engineering firms are feeling the squeeze from global trade tensions and are calling for more support. From cement GST cut ...Read More >
Bengaluru: The countdown for one of the highly anticipated Indian movies of the year, Kantara Chapter 1, has started. There is only one day left for the movie to hit the screens, and the anticipation among fans has reached fever pitch. Director-actor Rishab Shetty and the Hombale Films crew are busy with high promotions, and fans can't wait to decode the story that promises to take them back to the era of the Kadamba dynasty. As the buzz grows, writer-actor Anirudh Mahesh, who co-wrote the film ...Read More >
Bengaluru, 29 September 2025: Axis Bank, one of the largest private sector banks in India, in collaboration with Freecharge, has unveiled Credit on UPI with Gold Loans - India's first gold-backed credit line accessible through the Unified Payments Interface (UPI). This innovative product is designed to unlock the economic potential of gold assets, especially for micro, small and medium enterprises (MSMEs), self-employed entrepreneurs and merchants across both urban and rural India. Credit on UP ...Read More >
New Delhi: The Election Commission of India (ECI) has announced that Bihar will be the first state in the country to implement 100 percent webcasting in Assembly elections, as per a report by ETV Bharat. The move, aimed at ensuring strict monitoring of the polling process, comes under revised guidelines that make webcasting compulsory in every polling station with internet connectivity. Revised Guidelines and Monitoring System Sources in the ECI told ETV Bharat, "Webcasting will be done in al ...Read More >
VMPL New Delhi [India], August 14: Ellenox, India's largest venture studio, is accelerating its global push in enterprise AI development. In the past year, the company has grown its headcount by 50% over the last year, bringing in senior AI talent from Amazon and Google to power its next phase of expansion. Already delivering AI transformation for Fortune 50 leaders in fintech, cloud computing, consumer social, and sports-tech, Ellenox has built systems that replace costly call centers with na ...Read More >
New Delhi: Ahead of Independence Day, the Railway Protection Force has beefed up security arrangements in order to avert any unforeseen or untoward incidents in trains and Railway Stations. Speaking to ETV Bharat, Shashikant Tripathi, Chief Public Relations Officer, North Central Railway, said, "Ahead of the Independence Day, the railway has increased the vigil for the safety of railways and its passengers. RPF, in collaboration with GRP, conducts special checks in station premises and trains." ...Read More >
NEW DELHI: Volvo, the Swedish luxury carmaker on Friday said it plans to bring the new Volvo EX30 SUV, the entry level luxury electric car, during the forthcoming festive season, to boost electric penetration in the world's third largest car market. "In the last six months the electric car market in India has grown about 4.5 per cent in the mass car market while the luxury car market rose to 9 per cent. We want to accelerate this growth by bringing our new Volvo EX30 electric car during the fes ...Read More >
Srinagar: A day after the Jammu and Kashmir Food Safety Department seized 1,200 kilograms of rotten meat that was being supplied to food outlets, the hotel and restaurant sector demanded that the trade link behind the export of the rotten meat to the Valley be exposed. Asif Siddiqui, joint secretary of Kashmir Hotel and Restaurant Owners' Association told ETV Bharat that the government must launch a crackdown on these 'unscrupulous' traders, who are exporting rotten meat to the Valley. Siddiqu ...Read More >
Hyderabad: Bollywood actor Shilpa Shetty Kundra is currently busy promoting her upcoming film KD: The Devil, which is slated for release on July 10, 2026. The film, which also stars Dhruva Sarja, Vijay Sethupathi, Nora Fatehi, and Sanjay Dutt, has already generated significant buzz. In an exclusive conversation with ETV Bharat, Shilpa opened up about her role, the film's scale, and her return to Tollywood after nearly two decades. Q: What was your reaction when you learned that Sanjay Dutt was ...Read More >
New Delhi: In a welcome departure, the Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) is adopting a more student-centric approach aimed at reducing the stress of aspirants. In an exclusive interview with ETV Bharat, UPSC chairman Ajay Kumar unveiled a wide-ranging roadmap of reforms -- aimed at reducing stress, enhancing exam transparency, detecting forgery with tech tools, and building inclusive platforms that empower deserving candidates beyond the exam results. "The UPSC Civil Services Examination i ...Read More >
Bengaluru (Karnataka) [India], July 1 (ANI): Double Olympic medallist Neeraj Chopra found himself in a heartwarming encounter with "a kind-hearted uncle" while strolling down a quiet street in Bengaluru. The unexpected meeting turned into a memorable conversation, showcasing Neeraj's approachable nature and the admiration he garners from fans of all ages. Neeraj Chopra Classic's official Instagram handle posted a heartwarming reel, Also Read | 'Second Birthdate': Sushmita Sen Shares Paralympia ...Read More >
Bengaluru: A sudden spike in heart attack-related deaths among youngsters in Karnataka's Hassan district has prompted the state government to order a thorough investigation. Over the past six weeks, at least 22 people, mostly men aged between 20 and 40, have reportedly died of heart attacks, creating widespread concern and speculation. In response, state minister for medical education, Dr Sharan Prakash Patil has instructed the Jayadeva Institute of Cardiovascular Sciences and Research to carry ...Read More >
Jaipur: Considered one of the toughest professions, the Aakad family of Rajasthan's Jaipur espoused it not just as a profession but as a legacy. The family has 15 members who are CAs with expertise in the financial sector. This Chartered Accountants' Day, which is celebrated by the Institute of Chartered Accountants of India (ICAI) on July 1, ETV Bharat narrates the story of a CA family. Started with Raghav Krishna Aakad, the journey is being carried forward by his successors, in a rare instanc ...Read More >
Thane: Saquib Nachan, head of the so-called Islamic State's (ISIS) India operations an accused in the Mumbai blasts case, died in Delhi's Safdarjung Hospital recently after suffering a brain haemorrhage. Retired police officer Ramdas Mhatre said Nachan resided in Padgha Borivali village and had hatched a conspiracy for a bomb blast in a restaurant at Mumbai Central railway station on December 6, 2002. Mhatre was then a senior police inspector at Mumbai Central Railway police station. Speaking ...Read More >
New Delhi: The Home Ministry is likely to decide on the formation of a new government in Manipur after holding a few more meetings with various communities in the state. This development emerged from Monday's meeting between Home Ministry representatives and three civil society organisations of the state, All Manipur United Clubs' Organisation (AMUCO), the Coordinating Committee on Manipur Integrity (COCOMI), and the Federation of Civil Society Organisations (FOCS). "We have got indications reg ...Read More >
Madurai: Liverpool John Moores University in England has published the facial features of two skulls found during the Konthagai excavation near Keezhadi. Tamil Nadu Archaeology Minister Thangam Thennarasu shared the images on his X handle. In this context, the Tamil Nadu Department of Archaeology, in collaboration with Madurai Kamaraj University, is conducting a study on the bones and skulls unearthed during the Keezhadi excavation. In an interview with ETV Bharat Tamil Nadu, Madurai Kamaraj Un ...Read More >
Hyderabad: The recently released Tamil film Thug Life, starring veteran actor Kamal Haasan, has been facing controversy in Karnataka due to comments made by the actor. At the audio launch of Thug Life, Kamal Haasan said, "Kannada was born from Tamil." This statement sparked widespread outrage among Kannada-speaking communities. If all had gone as planned, Thug Life was scheduled to release in Karnataka by now. However, due to the actor's refusal to apologise, the film has not seen a release in ...Read More >
New Delhi: The Delhi Development Authority (DDA) has launched a new housing scheme in the national capital, under which at least 7,500 flats would be up for sale at various locations under various categories. The booking for the scheme 'Apna Ghar Awaas Yojana 2025' will start from May 25, and the flats will be allotted on a first-come, first-served basis. According to the DDA, a detailed notice has been issued under this scheme, in which all the information related to the categories, location, ...Read More >
Hyderabad: Star Indian shuttler P.V. Sindhu is all set to tie the knot with Venkata Datta Sai, a Hyderabad-based businessman, on December 22. In an exclusive conversation with ETV Bharat, Sindhu shared insights about her wedding, career, and future plans. A Special Moment Blessed by Family "I'm happy to begin a new chapter in my life with the blessings of my parents. They've worked hard to support my badminton journey. We had planned the wedding after the Paris Olympics, but due to my tight sc ...Read More >
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