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Terror Attack on Army Post Thwarted in Rajouri
Terrorists launched an assault on an Army post in Gundha Khawas village, Rajouri, early Monday, sparking a fierce exchange of fire with security forces. The attempt was successfully repelled by the Army, who initiated a cordon and search operation in the area. This encounter is part of a troubling...
Government Lifts Longstanding Ban on RSS Membership
The Indian government has formally rescinded a decades-old prohibition that prevented its employees from joining the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS), a prominent Hindu nationalist organization. This decision marks a significant policy shift, impacting the political and bureaucratic landscape in the country. The move, announced by the Ministry of Personnel,...
Trinamool Plans Crackdown on ‘Internal Corruption’
TMC is poised for a significant organisational upheaval, with the two top leaders warning of imminent disciplinary measures against party workers and leaders who have failed to garner public support effectively Mamata Banerjee’s Trinamool Congress faces a unique internal challenge, much like its nemesis in the state — BJP...
Karnataka Govt Eyes Longer Work Hours for IT Staff
The Karnataka government is considering a significant shift in labor regulations for IT professionals, proposing an extension of the standard working hours to exceed twelve hours a day. This potential change aims to address the growing demands and competitive pressures within the state’s booming technology sector. The initiative, under...
Opposition Challenges Kanwar Yatra Amid Budget Preparations
Political tension has escalated in India as opposition parties have raised concerns over the Kanwar Yatra, a significant Hindu pilgrimage, during a recent all-party meeting. The discussion, held in the lead-up to the presentation of the national budget, has brought the annual religious event into the spotlight, with debates...
Opposition Raises Kanwar Yatra Row At All-Party Meet Ahead Of Budget
The anticipation for the upcoming Budget Session of Parliament heightened today as leaders from gathered to discuss pressing issues and their expectations from the Budget, which will be presented on July 23. Except for Trinamool Congress (TMC), all Opposition parties were present at the meeting and urged the government...
Gadkari Calls for Adaptable Economic Policies to Drive Growth
India’s Road Transport Minister Nitin Gadkari has emerged as a prominent advocate for flexible economic policies aimed at spurring growth and creating jobs in the country. Addressing a recent forum, Gadkari highlighted the necessity of adapting India’s economic strategies, drawing on lessons from China’s recent economic difficulties. Gadkari’s remarks...
Airlines Resume Operations Post-IT Outage
The aviation sector in India is witnessing a return to normalcy following a significant disruption caused by a global IT system outage. This outage, which occurred on Friday, led to widespread operational challenges, impacting numerous flights across the country. Airlines have since restored their systems, and flights are now...
Army Deploys 500 Commandos Amid Surge in JK Terrorist Attacks
The Indian Army has launched a significant counter-terrorism operation in Jammu and Kashmir, deploying 500 Para Commandos in response to a recent escalation in terrorist activities. This strategic move comes as part of a heightened security initiative aimed at neutralizing terrorist threats and ensuring stability in the region. The...
Airports Still Grappling With Windows Outage
Airports across India are still grappling with issues from yesterday’s massive Microsoft outage. Although the situation has improved significantly since Friday’s chaotic scenes, passengers continue to face challenges, particularly at Delhi’s Indira Gandhi International Airport (IGI). At Delhi’s IGI Airport’s Terminal 3, passengers experienced some improvement today, but a...
UPSC Chairperson Manoj Soni Steps Down Early
Manoj Soni, the Chairperson of the Union Public Service Commission (UPSC), has announced his resignation, stepping down five years before his term was set to end. The resignation, attributed to personal reasons, marks a significant shift in the leadership of one of India’s premier civil service examination bodies. Soni’s...
ED Arrests Haryana Cong MLA, Son In Illegal Mining Case
The Enforcement Directorate (ED) on Saturday arrested Haryana Congress MLA Surender Panwar and his son Lalit in connection with an alleged money laundering case linked to illegal mining activities in Yamunanagar district in the state. Sources told News18 that the probe agency took over the investigation last year after...
NEET-UG Centre-Wise Results Declared Ahead Of Supreme Court Deadline
ational Testing Agency (NTA) has announced the results of the National Eligibility cum Entrance Test- Undergraduate (NEET- UG) 2024 for all the students, city and centre-wise. Candidates who appeared in the exam can check their results on the official website of NTA NEET at exams.nta.ac.in/NEET/ and also on neet.ntaonline.in....
Supreme Court Rejects Bail for Convicts in Bilkis Bano Case
The Supreme Court of India has decisively ruled against the interim bail petitions submitted by two individuals convicted in the high-profile Bilkis Bano case. This ruling came on Friday, a significant development in the ongoing legal proceedings related to the 2002 Gujarat riots in Godhra. Bilkis Bano, a key...
Error Downs Windows Globally, Work at Banks, Offices Hit
Thousands of Windows users across the globe are experiencing the Blue Screen of Death (BSOD) error which is causing the system to suddenly shut down or restart. Microsoft in a message said that the error is being caused due to a recent CrowdStrike update. According to reports, the bug...
Scindia Says Cybersecurity Vital for National Security
Communications Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia has emphasized the critical need for enhanced cybersecurity measures to safeguard India from the escalating threats of modern cyber warfare. Speaking at a recent event, Scindia outlined the urgent importance of establishing robust firewalls and other advanced protective technologies to defend against increasingly sophisticated cyber...
Vinay Mohan Kwatra Appointed as New Ambassador to the US
Vinay Mohan Kwatra has been designated as the next Indian Ambassador to the United States, marking a significant shift in India’s diplomatic landscape. Kwatra, a seasoned diplomat with a distinguished career, is set to take on this pivotal role as relations between the two nations continue to evolve. Kwatra,...
32 Dead In Bangladesh Anti-quota Unrest
Bangladeshi students set fire to the country’s state broadcaster on Thursday, a day after Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina appeared on the network seeking to calm escalating clashes that have killed at least 32 people. Hundreds of protesters demanding reform of civil service hiring rules fought back and overwhelmed riot...
