Surama Padhy, a leader of the BJP has assumed the prestigious role of the Speaker of the Odisha Assembly for the 17th Assembly term. · Padhy’s nomination for the Speakership sailed through uncontested as no other political party put forward a candidate, affirming her widespread support within the Assembly. · Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi expressed confidence…
In a landmark series of decisions aimed at bolstering India’s infrastructure and renewable energy sectors, the Union Cabinet approved several ambitious projects during its recent session. · Chief among these approvals is the construction of a state-of-the-art port at Vadhavan near Dahanu in Maharashtra’s Palghar district, with an estimated investment of ₹76,200 crore. · The Cabinet also…
In a significant development amid mounting controversy, the Indian government has decided to cancel the UGC-NET (National Eligibility Test) examination. · The decision comes in the wake of ongoing protests and allegations of irregularities surrounding the NEET, intensifying the political landscape. · Leaders from various opposition parties have swiftly capitalized on this development to criticize the Narendra…
Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated the new campus of Nalanda University in Rajgir, Bihar on Wednesday. The event was attended by External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar and ambassadors from 17 nations. The inauguration marked the beginning of a new chapter for the university, which offers 137 scholarships to international students. Nalanda University is structured around…
Gautam Adani, Chairman of Adani Group, recently delivered a keynote address at the CRISIL-organized event “Infrastructure – Inspiration for India’s Future,” underscoring the pivotal role of infrastructure in India’s economic trajectory. His impassioned speech resonated with the audience as he articulated a compelling vision for India’s future through robust infrastructure development. Adani began by invoking…
The water crisis in Delhi has reached a critical point, with Delhi Water Minister Atishi threatening an indefinite strike starting June 21 unless immediate action is taken to resolve the acute shortage. · Atishi appealed directly to PM Modi, urging his intervention to alleviate the plight of approximately 28 lakh Delhi residents currently deprived of sufficient…
The Canadian Parliament observed a moment of silence on Tuesday to honor Hardeep Singh Nijjar whose killing outside a Gurudwara last June sparked diplomatic tensions with India. · The fallout from Nijjar’s killing was exacerbated by Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau’s controversial allegations against the Indian government. · India has denied receiving specific information from Canadian authorities…
In a historic achievement driven by an unprecedented surge in its stock price, Nvidia has surpassed tech giants Apple and Microsoft to become the world’s most valuable company. · The climb, fueled by soaring demand for its AI-optimized chips, marks a significant milestone in the realm of technology and finance. · Nvidia’s shares surged approximately 3.5% on…
India was gripped by widespread alarm on Tuesday as bomb threat emails targeted 40 airports across the country, causing significant disruptions and prompting heightened security measures. · The series of incidents across these airports underscores the vulnerability of aviation infrastructure to cyber threats and hoaxes, necessitating robust security frameworks and swift response protocols. · Authorities across India…
In a devastating turn of events, this year’s Hajj pilgrimage in Mecca has seen an alarming death toll due to unprecedented heatwaves, claiming the lives of more than 550 pilgrims. · The toll includes 323 Egyptians and 60 Jordanians, with many others from various countries also affected. · The pilgrimage, one of the fundamental pillars of Islam,…
