BRS Calls for Reinstatement of Suspended Agriculture Extension Officers
Bharat Rashtra Samithi (BRS) working president K.T. Rama Rao has demanded the reinstatement of 160 Agriculture Extension Officers (AEOs) who were suspended by the Telangana government. Rama Rao criticized the Congress-led government for the suspensions, labeling the action as “atrocious.” He expressed his
Delhi BJP President Criticizes AAP Government Over Air Pollution and Yamuna Foam
Delhi BJP President Virendra Sachdeva has condemned former Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal and the ruling AAP government for the rising air pollution in the city. Delhi’s air quality has been in the ‘very poor’ category for the past few days, with the Air
Hazlewood Suggests Uniqueness of Last Season’s Pace Bowling Lineup
Australia fast-bowler Josh Hazlewood believes that having the team’s main pace bowlers feature in all seven Tests last home season was likely an exceptional circumstance. During the 2023/24 home season, Australia maintained an unchanged bowling attack, with Cameron Green as the fifth option.
Indian D2C Jewellery Segment Secures $103 Million in Funding, Outpacing US
The Indian direct-to-consumer (D2C) jewellery sector, which boasts over 550 startups, has raised $103 million in funding so far this year, as reported on Thursday. In 2023, the total funding for the D2C jewellery segment in India reached $104 million, marking a 57%
Inclusivity and Sustainability at Forefront of ASEAN Chairmanship: Malaysia
Malaysia is set to prioritize inclusivity and sustainability during its chairmanship of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) in 2025, according to a Malaysian official. Foreign Minister Mohamad Hasan emphasized the importance of upholding the values that have contributed to the regional
280 Companies Register 1.27 Lakh Internship Offers Under PM Internship Scheme
Approximately 280 companies have participated in the PM Internship Scheme (PMIS), collectively offering 1.27 lakh internship opportunities, according to reports. The onboarding window for corporates, which opened on October 3, has now closed. However, the registration period for youth began on October 12
UNRWA Chief Warns of Rising Death Toll in Gaza, Calls for Immediate Ceasefire
The Gaza Strip is experiencing a sharply increasing death toll and severe shortages of food and medical supplies due to nearly three weeks of continuous bombardments by Israeli forces, according to the UN agency for Palestine refugees. Philippe Lazzarini, commissioner-general of the United
Japan’s Ruling Coalition Faces Challenge in Retaining Lower House Majority: Poll
Japan’s ruling Liberal Democratic Party (LDP) and its junior coalition partner, Komeito, may struggle to maintain their majority in the upcoming House of Representatives election, according to a recent survey by local media. Kyodo News conducted a two-day telephone survey, targeting around 190,000
Uganda Acquires 500,000 Hepatitis B Vaccine Doses to Fight New Infections
Uganda has procured 500,000 doses of hepatitis B vaccines to be administered to newborns and adults as part of efforts to combat new infections, according to a public health distribution agency. The vaccines will be distributed to public health facilities across the country
Hezbollah Claims Responsibility for Drone Attack on Netanyahu’s House, Rejects Negotiations with Israel
Hezbollah has claimed full responsibility for a recent drone attack on Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s home in Caesarea, Israel. At a press conference in Dahieh, a southern suburb of Beirut, Mohammad Afif, head of Hezbollah’s media office, stated, “The Islamic Resistance claims
Federer, Nadal Congratulate Thiem on His ‘Illustrious Career’ as Austrian Retires
Tennis legends Roger Federer and Rafael Nadal have congratulated Dominic Thiem on his retirement following a first-round defeat to Luciano Darderi at the Erste Bank Open. Thiem, who won the 2020 US Open and reached the finals of three other Grand Slams, enjoyed
Tejashwi Yadav Slams BJP MP Pradeep Singh for Provocative Remarks
Tejashwi Yadav, former Deputy Chief Minister of Bihar and leader of the Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD), has strongly condemned the controversial remarks made by BJP MP Pradeep Singh from Araria. Singh’s statements, which were criticized for their communal undertones, prompted a swift response
Bengal Civic Volunteer Issue: Governor Seeks CM’s Input on 12 Points
West Bengal Governor C.V. Ananda Bose has requested Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee to provide her opinion on the Supreme Court’s critical observations regarding the hiring of civic volunteers in the state police. In a statement posted on the official X account of the
Chad Michael Murray on What He Considers ‘Sexy’
Hollywood star Chad Michael Murray has shared his thoughts on what he finds “sexy,” stating that it’s “a state of mind.” Murray explained to people.com that true sexiness stems from confidence and self-acceptance. “There are many elements that contribute to someone being sexy.
Malayalam Actor Bala Ties the Knot Again
Malayalam actor Bala, who was recently out on bail related to a case under the Juvenile Justice Act, has remarried in a ceremony held at a local temple near Kochi. Following his separation from his first wife, Amrutha Suresh, Bala had been seen
India Can Beat Anyone, But Must Find Balance: Brett Lee
Former Australian fast bowler Brett Lee believes India knows they can defeat any team in Test cricket, but emphasizes the need for the Rohit Sharma-led side to find a balance when rebuilding their innings in the upcoming Border-Gavaskar Trophy. Lee’s remarks come after
Adani Energy Solutions Reports 172% Surge in Q2 FY25 Net Profit
Adani Energy Solutions Limited (AESL) announced a remarkable 172% increase in net profit, reaching ₹773 crore for the July-September quarter (Q2) of FY25. After adjusting for deferred tax reversals, the profit after tax (PAT) stood at ₹459 crore, reflecting a 61.6% year-on-year increase.
Rain Fury: 600 Families in Bengaluru Relocated for Safety
In response to severe rainfall that has inundated parts of Bengaluru, the Karnataka government has ordered the relocation of residents from several apartment complexes for eight days to ensure their safety. Deputy Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar announced the decision, highlighting that some areas
Centre Approves 50 National Highway Projects in Manipur
The Ministry of Road Transport and Highways has approved 50 National Highway (NH) projects spanning 1,026 km in Manipur, marking a significant infrastructure boost for the northeast. This announcement follows Union Minister Nitin Gadkari’s review of 29 NH projects covering 545 km in
PM Modi Arrives in Russia for BRICS Summit in Kazan
Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrived in Kazan on Tuesday to participate in the 16th BRICS Summit, invited by Russian President Vladimir Putin. The summit, themed “Strengthening Multilateralism for Just Global Development and Security,” will serve as a key platform for global leaders to