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Temple Wall Collapse in MP Kills Nine Children, Injures Several

A tragic incident occurred in Madhya Pradesh’s Sagar district, where the wall of a temple collapsed, resulting in the death of nine children and injuries to several others. The incident took place during a religious gathering, causing panic and chaos among the attendees. The temple wall collapse happened at...

Aug 4 · >

Sharad Pawar Urges Eknath Shinde to Address Quota Disputes

Nationalist Congress Party (NCP) leader Sharad Pawar met Maharashtra Chief Minister Eknath Shinde to discuss pressing issues, including the ongoing tension surrounding the Maratha and OBC reservation quotas. The unexpected meeting, held at Shinde’s official residence, has sparked significant political discussions across the state. Pawar’s visit follows his assurance...

Aug 4 · >

Chirag Paswan Vows Legal Challenge to SC Ruling on Dalit Sub-Groups

Chirag Paswan has announced his party’s intention to contest the Supreme Court’s ruling regarding the classification of Dalit sub-groups. This declaration has stirred significant political and legal discourse, highlighting the ongoing complexities surrounding caste-based reservations and affirmative action policies in India. The Supreme Court’s decision, rendered in late July,...

Aug 4 · >

Cong Leader’s Stark Warning to BJP Over Rahul Gandhi

A prominent Congress leader has delivered a strong message to the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) regarding the potential arrest of Rahul Gandhi, a key figure in Indian politics. The warning, issued at a high-profile press conference, underscores escalating tensions between the two major political parties. The Congress leader, whose...

Aug 4 · >

Mayawati Slams Reservations Verdict, Challenges BJP, Cong

Mayawati, the leader of the Bahujan Samaj Party (BSP), has sharply criticized the Supreme Court’s recent verdict on reservations in promotions for government jobs. She questioned the commitment of both the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) and the Congress towards social justice, emphasizing that the ruling undermines the principles of...

Aug 3 · >

UN Lauds India’s Digital Efforts in Reducing Poverty

India has achieved a significant milestone in poverty reduction, with 415 million people lifted out of poverty between 2005 and 2021, according to the latest update from the global Multidimensional Poverty Index (MPI). This achievement, lauded by the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) and the Oxford Poverty and Human...

Aug 3 · >

BJP Leader’s Controversial Remarks Spark Outrage in India

A BJP leader’s controversial statements have ignited a wave of outrage and concern across India. Karnell Singh, a prominent figure in the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), issued a grave warning following a provocative incident involving the discovery of a cow’s head near a Hindu temple in New Delhi. The...

Aug 3 · >

Akhilesh Yadav’s DNA Test Demand Ignites Ayodhya Row

Controversy erupted in Ayodhya as Samajwadi Party (SP) chief Akhilesh Yadav demanded a DNA test in a high-profile rape case. Yadav’s call for the test sparked significant backlash from political opponents and local leaders, leading to heightened tensions in Uttar Pradesh. The case, which involves allegations against a prominent...

Aug 3 · >

Nalini Chidambaram Cleared in Saradha Money Laundering Case

A special court in Kolkata has dismissed money laundering charges against senior advocate Nalini Chidambaram in the Saradha chit fund scam, providing significant relief to the high-profile lawyer. The decision marks a crucial development in one of India’s most infamous financial fraud cases, which has implicated several prominent figures....

Aug 3 · >

Nazul Land Bill Passed Quietly in Uttar Pradesh

The Uttar Pradesh government has passed the contentious Nazul Land Bill, which bars the conversion of Nazul land into freehold in favor of private individuals. The bill, notified on March 7, 2024, under the Yogi Adityanath administration, aims to prevent the exploitation of public land by private entities. The...

Aug 3 · >

World Bank Predicts Long Path for India’s Income Growth

India might need approximately 75 years to reach one-fourth of the United States’ per capita income, according to a World Bank report. This projection places India among over 100 nations, including Brazil and South Africa, that are struggling to achieve high-income status. The report highlights the necessity for these...

Aug 3 · >

US Scraps Plea Agreement With 9/11 Mastermind Khalid Sheikh Mohammed

US Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin on Friday scrapped a plea agreement with 9/11 mastermind Khalid Sheikh Mohammed, just two days after the announcement of a deal that reportedly would have taken the death penalty off the table. Agreements with Mohammed and two alleged accomplices announced Wednesday had appeared to...

Aug 3 · >

Press Club Demands Full Media Access to Parliament

The Press Club of India has formally requested a meeting with Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla and Rajya Sabha Chairman Jagdeep Dhankhar to discuss restoring full access for accredited journalists and photojournalists to Parliament. This request follows the ongoing restrictions on media access that have been in place since...

Aug 2 · >

Meitei-Kuki groups sign peace deal for Manipur district

An agreement has been reached between the involved parties to enhance cooperation with security forces in Jiribam. This pact outlines coordinated efforts for managing security operations and facilitating controlled movements within the region. The agreement emphasizes mutual collaboration, mandating both sides to work closely with existing security forces. This...

Aug 2 · >

Intel Plans 15,000 Job Cuts Amid Restructuring

Intel has announced a major reduction in its workforce, revealing plans to eliminate over 15,000 positions. This decision is part of a broad restructuring effort aimed at streamlining operations and addressing ongoing financial challenges. The announcement was made through an internal memo from the company’s CEO, who emphasized that...

Aug 2 · >

Rahul Gandhi Alleges ED Raids Over Chakravyuh Speech

Rahul Gandhi has accused the Enforcement Directorate (ED) of plotting raids in response to his controversial Chakravyuh speech. The Congress leader’s assertion comes amidst heightened political tension and scrutiny surrounding his recent comments. Gandhi claims that the planned ED actions are intended to intimidate him and stifle dissent. Gandhi’s...

Aug 2 · >

Madras Engineers Build Bailey Bridge Amid Adversity

The Madras Engineer Group, commonly known as the Madras Sappers, has achieved a significant engineering feat by constructing a 190-foot Bailey bridge connecting Chooralmala to Munadkkai within an exceptionally short timeframe. This accomplishment comes despite challenging conditions, including severe weather and rising water levels. Major General V T Mathew...

Aug 2 · >

Goa CM, Minister in Rs 182 cr IT Scam

Goa’s political landscape has once again been shaken by allegations of a major broadband scam involving the state’s Information Technology (IT) department. Opposition leader Vijai Sardesai has accused IT Minister Rohan Khaunte and indirectly implicated Chief Minister Pramod Sawant in a scam worth Rs 182 crore. Sardesai’s claims centre...

Aug 2 · >
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