In a momentous virtual ceremony, Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated a staggering array of over 2,000 railway infrastructure projects and laid the foundation stone for the redevelopment of 554 railway stations under the Amrit Bharat Station Scheme. The event, conducted via video conferencing, marked a significant milestone in India’s infrastructure development efforts. The projects, valued…
Expressing grave concern over the detrimental impact of the Agnipath scheme on the aspirations of the country’s youth, Congress leader Mallikarjun Kharge penned a letter to President Droupadi Murmu, emphasizing the urgent need to address the “gross injustice” inflicted upon young men and women aspiring for regular employment in the armed forces. Kharge’s missive shared widely…
In a stunning victory that reverberated through the political landscape, former President Donald Trump emerged victorious in the South Carolina Republican primary, thwarting a formidable challenge from home-state favorite Nikki Haley. Trump’s commanding win solidifies his frontrunner status, paving the way for a potential rematch with incumbent President Joe Biden. Having already clinched victories in…
The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has directed the National Payments Corporation of India (NPCI) to evaluate a request from Paytm, also known as One 97 Communications, to function as a third-party application provider (TPAP). This move comes after the central bank instructed Paytm Payments Bank, an affiliate of Paytm, to cease operations by March…
In July, Mumbai will be the center of attention for one of India’s grandest weddings as Reliance chairman Mukesh Ambani’s youngest son, Anant Ambani, ties the knot with Radhika Merchant, daughter of industrialist Viren Merchant. Pre-wedding festivities will commence in March in Gujarat’s Jamnagar, with guests including global elites. Ahead of what promises to be…
A bold projection by global brokerage Jefferies foresees India’s meteoric rise on the global economic stage, positioning it as the world’s third-largest economy by 2027, with a Gross Domestic Product (GDP) poised to hit $5 trillion. This optimistic outlook underscores India’s remarkable growth trajectory fuelled by demographic advantages, institutional enhancements, and governance improvements. According to…
In a dramatic turn of events, four prominent investors of Byju’s, one of India’s leading edtech firms, have launched a legal onslaught against its CEO and founder, Byju Raveendran, challenging his fitness to lead the company. The investors have accused Raveendran and the top management of oppression and mismanagement, igniting a fierce battle for control…
In response to the unfortunate death of a farmer at the Khanauri Border crossing in Sangrur district, Punjab, during ongoing protests, the Samyukt Kisan Morcha (SKM) is gearing up for a significant demonstration called ‘Black Friday.’ Led by Bharatiya Kisan Union (BKU) leader Rakesh Tikait, protesting farmers are set to launch a series of impactful…
According to a survey conducted by a US-based global decision intelligence agency, Prime Minister Narendra Modi has emerged as the most popular global leader, boasting an impressive 78 percent approval rating. Surpassing prominent figures such as US President Joe Biden, and UK’s Rishi Sunak, Modi’s popularity continues to soar on the international stage. The survey,…
Under the latest recommendations of the National Curriculum Framework for School Education (NCFSE), the Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has put forth a proposal to introduce Open Book Examinations (OBE) for students in classes 9 to 12. The CBSE suggests conducting a trial phase of open-book tests in selected schools for English, Mathematics, and…
