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New Delhi, December 20, 2023 – India’s Health Minister Mansukh Mandaviya held a review meeting on Wednesday to discuss the rising COVID-19 cases in the country. The meeting was attended by health ministers and officials from all states and union territories. Mandaviya stressed the need for states to remain vigilant and take necessary precautions to […]
In a setback to Anjuman Intezamia Masajid (AIM) and the UP Sunni Central Waqf Board, the Allahabad high court dismissed petitions they had filed challenging civil suits by Hindu litigants seeking the right to worship at the Gyanvapi complex and “restoration” of a temple, while claiming that the 17th-century mosque in Varanasi was constructed over […]
A 21 year old, medical student died by suicide in Ahmedabad on Monday. While the matter will be investigated in due course, but the apparent reasons put forward for the student of BJ Medical College to take the ultimate step, are inability to cope up with academic stress and struggle with medical jargons in a […]
In an unprecedented move, a total of 141 Members of Parliament (MPs) have faced suspension from both Houses of Parliament during the ongoing session, marking a record high. The suspension of 79 Opposition MPs on a single day was followed by an additional 49 members facing similar actions on the subsequent day. Prominent political figures, […]
Giving a boost to Elon Musk’s proposal, India is looking at a licensing approach to assigning spectrum for satellite internet services and exempt companies from having to bid for it. This may be a windfall for Elon Musk’s venture Starlink, which has lobbied hard against any auctions. The proposal was included in a new draft […]
Opposition bloc INDIA leaders have assembled in New Delhi for the first time in over three months for a crucial meeting surrounding the strategy and policy formulation for the 2024 general elections. The meeting gains significance after the rout of the Congress party – the leading constituent of the Bloc – in the recent assembly […]
The Karnataka government has made wearing of masks mandatory for senior citizens as well as those with comorbidities. The move comes as a precautionary measure in the wake of rising number of Covid-19 cases in neigbouring Kerala and detection of a sub-variant of the virus. The Karnataka government has also asked individuals with symptoms of […]
The Gujarat government recently introduced the Gujarat Fire Safety Cop e-portal, providing comprehensive information on fire safety regulations in buildings. The portal, accessible at https://gujfiresafetycop.in, offers real-time tracking of fire safety application status and enables online fee payments. This user-friendly portal and mobile app streamline processes such as plan approval, certificate approval, and certificate renewal. […]
In the fast-paced world of financial technology, the concept of “real-time” payments has become a key player in reshaping the landscape of financial transactions. In India, this shift has been particularly pronounced, with a staggering 46.8 billion real-time payments recorded. Real-time payments, characterized by instantaneous fund transfers, mark a departure from the traditional delays associated […]
Ahmedabad residents, beware! Your littering days might be numbered. In a major crackdown on public littering, the Ahmedabad Municipal Corporation (AMC) is deploying a network of 300 CCTV cameras across 47 garbage sites in the city. This “red eye” initiative aims to catch and penalize those who dump garbage in public places, paving the way […]
The city authorities have finally decided to cover its solid waste collection centers, starting with those under construction. This initiative, aimed at curbing the spread of dust and ensuring cleaner air, will initially see about 15 centers equipped with a complete cover. The proposal, currently in its preliminary stage, will be presented to the Standing […]
In a groundbreaking decision, the Gujarat High Court has clearly stated that marital rape is a crime and the husband cannot escape punishment. The court’s ruling came during the hearing of a case involving Anjanabena Modha Bana State of Gujarat from Rajkot district. The Gujarat High Court, led by Justice Divyesh Joshi, made this significant […]
A Mumbai Instagram influencer, Seema Kanojiya, found herself in hot water after a video of her performing a “vulgar dance” at the Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Terminus (CSMT) railway platform went viral. The video, deemed offensive and a violation of railway norms, led to police intervention and a forced apology from Kanojiya. In a video released […]
The Gujarat High Court expressed shock and displeasure that its order to install CCTV cameras in the High Court Registry isn’t implemented yet. Taking a serious note about the non-compliance, Justice Sandeep Bhatt directed the Registrar of the High Court to arrange to install the CCTV cameras without further delay and complete the task before […]
In a time of political turbulence, soft power, exercised through cultural, scientific, and sporting interactions, is emerging as a significant diplomatic tool. Fashion, a language transcending linguistic barriers, effectively embodies this soft power, reflecting national identities. India’s rich cultural heritage, vast manufacturing capacity and modern technological know-how are coming together to produce some of the […]
