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Concerns about human trafficking have resurfaced with the grounding of a Dubai-Nicaragua flight carrying 303 passengers, a significant number of whom hail from Gujarat, India. Adding to the worries, sources in Indian security agencies suggest a potential link to the infamous 2022 Dingucha trafficking case, with Hyderabad’s Shashi Kiran Reddy, the alleged kingpin, emerging as […]
The festive spirit isn’t dimming one bit in Mysuru, as the popular Christmas Carnival at St. Philomena’s Church has been extended for an extra two days! Originally scheduled to conclude on December 23rd, the joyous celebration will now continue through Christmas Day, December 25th, offering another dose of holiday magic to the public. Entry to […]
The issue of granting dual citizenship to Indians living abroad remains alive, External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar has acknowledged the “economic and security challenges” involved in such a move. Speaking at the TAKEPRIDE 2023 summit organized by the Confederation of Indian Industry (CII), Jaishankar said that the existing Overseas Citizenship of India (OCI) scheme is […]
The Experts on JN.1 advices to Prepare, Not Panic! The emergence of the new JN.1 sub-variant of the Covid-19 virus has raised concerns globally, with 22 cases reported in India. Despite being more transmissible, experts state that JN.1 is not causing severe infections or hospitalizations, and symptoms are similar to previous cases. The Health Ministry […]
Gandhinagar, Gujarat: A routine walk through a farm near Gandhinagar took a shocking turn for a 19-year-old woman when what she mistook for a stray piece of gravel lodged in her ankle turned out to be a bullet. Roshni Thakor, a first-year BA student from Vadodara village, felt a sudden and sharp pain in her […]
New Delhi: In a scathing letter to Rajya Sabha Chairman Jagdeep Dhankhar, Leader of Opposition Mallikarjun Kharge has accused the ruling party of “weaponising” the suspension of MPs as a tool to silence dissent and “throttle the Constitution.” This comes in response to Dhankhar’s earlier letter defending the recent mass suspension of Opposition MPs. Kharge […]
Fintech major Paytm has laid off over 1,000 employees from its operations, sales, and engineering teams as the firm implements a slew of AI technologies to improve efficiency. The layoffs come as Paytm seeks to cut costs and streamline its operations in the face of increasing competition from other fintech players. AI-Powered Automation Drives Efficiency […]
Ranbir Kapoor and Alia Bhatt have finally given the world a glimpse of their beautiful daughter, Raha! The couple brought their little one along for the annual Kapoor family Christmas lunch on Monday, and they couldn’t have looked happier. Raha, who was born in November 2022, looked adorable in a white and pink dress with […]
The spread of misinformation, toxic user bases and the prevalence of bots are the reasons why more than 50 per cent of consumers will either abandon or significantly limit their interactions with social media by 2025. A Gartner survey found that 53 per cent of consumers believe the current state of social media has decayed […]
Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Mohan Yadav’s cabinet will be expanded today, December 25. A total of 21 MLAs will take oath as ministers at a swearing-in ceremony at 3:30 PM. The expansion is expected to give representation to all regions of the state. The list of ministers includes both new faces and experienced politicians. The […]
A study by researchers from IIT Kharagpur, Archaeological Survey of India (ASI), Physical Research Laboratory (PRL), Jawaharlal Nehru University, and Deccan College, among others, has revealed a detailed corelation of invasions to climatic conditions. The past two millennia recorded seven invasions from Central Asia into India. Central Asia was reeling from a long, dry spell, […]
Paytm, the flagship brand of One 97 Communications, has recently undertaken a significant measure to streamline its operations and reduce staff costs by 15 percent. The move resulted in the termination of more than 1,000 employees across various departments, including payments, lending, operations, and sales. This initiative, executed over the past few months, accounts for […]
Odisha is going all out to become India’s premier sporting hub. Former Arsenal coach Arsene Wenger said, “We start here in Odisha where the quality of infrastructure is great,” while inaugurating the AIFF-Fifa Talent Academy in Bhubaneswar last month. The recently started Sports Science Centre (SSC) at the Kalinga Sports Complex in Bhubaneswar has the […]
The nation comes together today to commemorate the birth anniversary of one of its most revered leaders, former Prime Minister Atal Bihari Vajpayee. Born on December 25, 1924, in Gwalior, Vajpayee’s legacy continues to inspire millions across the country. Good Governance Day is observed in India annually on the twenty-fifth day of December, the birth anniversary of former […]
Even as Delhi was enveloped in a thick blanket of smog from the morning of Christmas day, the city airport authorities said flight movement was not normally affected, except for aircraft which did not have equipment for low-visibility operations. Meanwhile, Delhi’s air quality improved slightly to the very poor category after remaining in the severe […]
The Indian Institute of Technology Kanpur (IIT Kanpur) is in mourning following the sudden death of Professor Sameer Khandekar, Dean of Student Affairs and Head of the Mechanical Engineering Department. Professor Khandekar passed away due to a cardiac arrest on Friday, December 23, 2023, while addressing an alumni meet on campus. Professor Khandekar, known for […]
Narnaul, Haryana, India – The Grape-3 rules have been imposed again in Mahendragarh-Narnaul district. This has resulted in a ban on crushers, mines, construction, and demolition works. The air quality index (AQI) in the district is not too bad. Currently, the AQI in Narnaul is around 170. However, with the implementation of the Grape-3 rules, […]
The Jammu-Srinagar National Highway (NH-44), a vital road connecting the Kashmir Valley to the rest of India, has been closed to traffic due to extensive road damage near Hingni, Ramsoo. The damage was caused by heavy rainfall and landslides in the area. The Jammu and Kashmir Traffic Police have advised people not to travel on […]
Meera Jasmine, the name that once danced on the lips of every Malayali movie fan, is back. After a quiet hiatus, the actress who captivated hearts with her natural charm and relatable roles is ready to reclaim her throne. Her upcoming film, “Queen Elizabeth,” marks not just her return to the big screen, but her […]
RAJKOT: In a disturbing case, a 28-year-old woman has come forward to report an alleged rape by her colleague, who coerced her into getting a divorce under false promises of marriage. The complaint, filed at the A-division police station, names the accused as Ravi Kanjani, a fellow employee at a mobile showroom in the city. […]
