Pariksha Pe Charcha: PM Modi to engage with students; Sadhguru, Mary Kom, Deepika to join discussion
The much-anticipated eighth edition of Pariksha Pe Charcha (PPC) is set to return in an expanded format, featuring an array of distinguished experts and guests alongside Prime Minister Narendra Modi. Aimed at fostering a stress-free and holistic approach to education, the interactive session
Sunrisers Eastern Cape eliminate Joburg Super Kings to keep title hopes alive
Sunrisers Eastern Cape’s quest for an unprecedented hat-trick of SA20 titles remains on track after they defeated Joburg Super Kings by 32 runs in the eliminator. They will now face Paarl Royals in Qualifier 2 on Thursday for a place in the final.
Maha Kumbh: Haryana CM, Cabinet to take holy dip in Triveni Sangam today
Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Saini, along with his Cabinet, is set to visit Maha Kumbh on Thursday to take a holy dip at the Triveni Sangam. He left for Prayagraj in the morning and will continue his journey to Ayodhya the next day
HM Shah to attend Samadhi Smriti Mahotsav of Vidyasagar Ji Maharaj in Chhattisgarh today
Tight security has been put in place for Union Home Minister Amit Shah’s visit to Chhattisgarh on Thursday, where he will attend the Samadhi Smriti Mahotsav of Jain saint Acharya Vidyasagar Ji Maharaj in Dongargarh and offer prayers at the Maa Bamleshwari temple.
RG Kar financial case: Sandip Ghosh moves division bench of Calcutta HC
After two failed attempts to secure more time for the charge-framing process in the multi-crore financial irregularities case at R.G. Kar Medical College and Hospital, former principal Sandip Ghosh and other accused have now moved a division bench of the Calcutta High Court.
Congress seeks discussion in Lok Sabha, dignified treatment for deported Indians by US
The Congress on Thursday submitted adjournment motions in the Lok Sabha, demanding an urgent discussion on the deportation of over 100 illegal Indian immigrants by the United States and urged the Centre to clarify its stance and outline diplomatic efforts to ensure the
RBI’s actions beyond a 25bps rate cut to be closely watched
While a 25bps rate cut in the upcoming RBI MPC policy is largely expected, market focus will be on the central bank’s actions beyond the rate cut, a report by Emkay Global Financial Services stated on Thursday. The RBI is likely to continue
Amroha artist creates coal portrait themed on PM Modi’s visit to Maha Kumbh
In a distinctive tribute to Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s visit to the ongoing Maha Kumbh in Prayagraj, Zuhaib Khan, a young artist from Amroha, greeted the leader in a remarkable way. Using only coal, Zuhaib meticulously crafted an impressive 8-foot-high artwork directly onto
India is a very important market for AI, can be a leading force in world: Sam Altman
As India embarks on an exciting artificial intelligence (AI) journey, OpenAI Co-founder and CEO Sam Altman said on Wednesday that India is a very important market for AI and the company’s second biggest market globally. Altman, speaking at an event in the presence
Panic grips Noida schools after receiving bomb threats
Panic gripped parents, teachers, and students after four private schools in Uttar Pradesh’s Noida received bomb threats on Wednesday. The bomb threat was sent via email to Step by Step School, The Heritage School, Gyanshree School, and Mayur School, prompting the school administrations
Maha Kumbh: PM Modi takes holy dip at Sangam
Prime Minister Narendra Modi took a holy dip at the Sangam on Wednesday during his visit to the Maha Kumbh in Prayagraj. Accompanied by Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath, PM Modi arrived at Arail VIP Ghat, where they waved to an enthusiastic
Singapore sees increase in racial and religious harmony: Survey
Racial and religious harmony in Singapore has improved, with two-thirds of respondents in 2024 rating it as high or very high, a significant increase from 57.1 percent in 2018, according to a survey. The study, conducted by the Institute of Policy Studies (IPS)
WHO welcomes Ebola vaccine trial in Uganda
The ongoing Ebola vaccine trial in Uganda marks a significant achievement in the fight against the disease, the World Health Organization (WHO) has stated. In a statement posted on its website, the WHO said the trial, which began with contacts of the index
Namibia pushes water security amid climate challenges
Namibia is taking steps to strengthen water security as climate change and industrial projects put increasing pressure on the country’s limited resources, Minister of Agriculture, Water, and Land Reform Calle Schlettwein said. Speaking at the second Namibia Regional Water Symposium on Wednesday, Schlettwein
Polish PM rejects implementation of EU Migration Pact
Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk has stated that Poland will not implement the European Union’s (EU) Migration Pact or accept any provisions that would require the country to take in relocated migrants from other EU nations. Speaking at a press conference on Tuesday,
Delhi polls: PM Modi urges voters to ‘first vote, then refreshment’
As Delhi heads to the polls for the Assembly elections on Wednesday, Prime Minister Narendra Modi urged voters to actively participate in the democratic process, emphasizing the importance of voting before any other activity. Taking to social media platform X, PM Modi encouraged
Trump proposes US takeover of Gaza Strip
US President Donald Trump has proposed a plan to resolve the long-standing West Asia crisis by having the United States take over the Gaza Strip. His plan also involves relocating the displaced Palestinian population to shelters in neighboring Egypt and Jordan. “I strongly
PM Modi to visit Prayagraj Maha Kumbh today
Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to visit the Prayagraj Maha Kumbh on Wednesday, where he will take a holy dip at the Sangam, the confluence of the Ganga, Yamuna, and the mythical Saraswati rivers. On the auspicious occasion of Ashtami Tithi during
Jordan, Greece stress need to maintain Gaza ceasefire
Jordan and Greece have emphasized the need to maintain the ceasefire in the Gaza Strip, expressing hope that it will lead to a permanent end to hostilities in the region. The statement came as Jordan’s Foreign Minister Ayman Safadi met with his visiting
EU ready for tough trade talks with US, says Ursula von der Leyen
European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen has stated that the European Union (EU) is prepared for tough negotiations with the United States to protect its economic interests. Her remarks followed US President Donald Trump’s announcement of plans to impose tariffs on imports