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Confusion and anxiety gripped Pune’s petrol dealers as rumors of a potential strike by tanker drivers swirled, with no official confirmation forthcoming. The Pune Petrol Dealers Association president, Dhruv Ruparel, stated that despite widespread speculation on social media and video platforms, the association has not received any formal notification about the strike. Pune, with its […]
In a world marked by rapid technological advancements, the intersection of sustainability and emerging technologies has become a focal point for reshaping our daily lives. As we stand at the crossroads of progress, it’s crucial to explore how sustainable living practices can harmonize with the innovations that define our modern era. Embracing Sustainable Living in […]
British Prime Minister Rishi Sunak was roasted on social media after he said that the majority of foreign university students cannot bring their family members to the UK. According to the new rules, from January 2024, international students in the UK will no longer be able to bring dependents on their student visa, unless they […]
The idol of Lord Ram, sculpted by 40-yr-old Arun Yogiraj, a distinguished sculptor hailing from a lineage of five generations of renowned sculptors in Mysore, has been selected for installation in Ayodhya’s Ram Temple. Union minister Pralhad Joshi in a social media post said, “The selection of the idol for the Prana Pratishtapana of Lord […]
The European Union has agreed to allow another two countries, Bulgaria and Romania for passport-free movement within the bloc. There had been resistance from other member countries, despite both the coutries being EU members since 2007. Bulgaria and Romania did not fare well so far in EU ranking regarding corruption. There had been concernes about […]
After Monday’s 7.5-magnitude earthquake in Japan, which hit Ishikawa prefecture on the main island of Honshu, at least 155 aftershocks of varied intensities rocked the island country in the next 24 hours, causing at least 26 casualties, till latest reports. Monday’s quake triggered tsunami waves more than a metre high, toppled buildings, caused a major […]
A new provision of stringent punishment in hit-and-run cases brought by the government under the Bharatiya Nyaya (Second) Sanhita, has triggered nation-wide protests by truckers, who see the law as too harsh on drivers. A change in the colonial-era criminal laws means increase in jail term to drivers in hit-and-run cases for up to 10 […]
A three-year-old girl lost her life after falling into a 30-feet-deep open borewell in Ran village, located in Gujarat’s Devbhumi Dwarka district. The accident occurred around 1 p.m. on Monday, January 1, 2024, while the toddler was playing near the borewell. Rescue operations were immediately launched by the Army and National Disaster Response Force (NDRF) […]
A powerful earthquake of magnitude 7.5 struck Japan on Monday, resulting in at least six fatalities, according to NHK World. The United States Geological Survey pinpointed the epicenter on the Noto Peninsula of Ishikawa prefecture, occurring around 4.10 pm local time at a depth of 10 kilometers. The quake caused buildings to crumble and fires […]
The River Ganges is celebrated as a symbol of purity and divinity. For many, Ganga remains the potion of faith, with its endless life-giving waters. Scores of devotees perform their ceremonial ablutions at a ghat on the Ganges River after sunrise. But over the years, reports emerged of Ganga’s rapidly deteriorating water quality. A recent […]
Bollywood actress Rhea Chakraborty celebrated the arrival of 2024 with a visit to a Ram temple in Dubai, seeking blessings for the new year. A video of her visit, where she’s seen standing in line in the temple premises, has garnered substantial attention on social media. This comes after Chakraborty received permission from the Bombay […]
In a crucial decision concerning an accused police naik and a female police naik alleging rape and intimidation, the Bombay High Court has emphasized the fundamental right to fair notice. Justice Sarang Kotwal quashed a proclamation order declaring the accused an absconder, highlighting the mandatory 30-day notice period before such a declaration can be made. […]
A week into the new year, Liberia grapples with a horrific tragedy after a leaking fuel tanker exploded in the town of Totota, claiming the lives of more than 40 people and injuring at least 83 others. The incident, driven by the desperate hope for fuel in a resource-scarce region, paints a grim picture of […]
Muhammad Yunus, the Nobel Peace Prize-winning economist and microfinance pioneer, has been convicted of violating labor laws in Bangladesh, igniting fierce debate and concerns about political persecution. A Dhaka court on Monday sentenced Yunus and three colleagues from Grameen Telecom, a company he founded, to six months’ imprisonment for allegedly failing to establish a workers’ […]
The Pro Kabaddi League 2023 throws up another exciting clash as the struggling Telugu Titans take on the in-form Puneri Paltan in Noida today. While the Titans desperately seek their first win in weeks, the Paltan aim to extend their four-game winning streak and solidify their second-place position. For Dream11 enthusiasts, here are three players […]
A powerful earthquake measuring 7.4 on the Richter scale struck Japan’s western coast on Monday, January 1, 2024. The quake was centered off the coast of Ishikawa Prefecture, and was felt as far away as Tokyo and Kanto. The Japan Meteorological Agency (JMA) issued a tsunami warning for the coastal regions of Ishikawa, Niigata, and […]
Rahul Gandhi posted a video on his YouTube channel on the last day of 2023, in which he is seen preparing marmalade with mother Sonia Gandhi. The Congress leader made the marmalade from scratch with his mother following a recipe of Priyanka Gandhi. As they waited for the oranges to boil, Sonia Gandhi said Rahul’s […]
In the first part of a six-part VO! series on the history of Gujarat’s top brands, we feature Rasna: Launched in 1978, Rasna is among the most iconic brands to come out of Gujarat. Through the 80 and 90s, the brand grew to become one of the most popular Indian consumer products ever. Backed by […]
Mystery surrounds the disappearance of the unaccompanied minor, a two-year-old boy on board, after a Nicaragua bound plane carrying supposedly 303 illegal immigrants from India was intercepted in France and all the passengers were sent back, reached home. In an apparent “Donkey” flight as depicted in the latest Rajkumar Hirani film, the passengers are believed […]
Noted economist and Columbia University professor, Arvind Panagariya, is appointed by Central Government as the chairman of the 16th Finance Commission. Dr. Panagariya has held the position of vice-chairman of NITI Aayog earlier. The Gazette Notification dated December 31, 2023 said, “In a move aligned with Article 280(1) of the Constitution and the Finance Commission […]
