India beat Australia 3-2 in Hockey on Friday · India finished the group stage at second with 10 points · Dilip Tirkey lauded Sreejesh and others for their efforts vs Australia A Thrilling Victory In a dramatic conclusion to their Pool B campaign at the Paris Olympics, the Indian men’s hockey team achieved a historic 3-2 victory…
US Response to Regional Threats The United States has significantly ramped up its military presence in the Middle East in response to escalating tensions between Iran and Israel. On Friday, the Pentagon announced a strategic deployment of additional warships and fighter jets to the region. This move aims to protect US personnel and bolster Israel’s…
Controversy and Cancellation The University Grants Commission National Eligibility Test (UGC-NET) 2024 has faced significant disruptions due to controversy surrounding alleged leaks of the examination paper. Originally scheduled for June 2024, the UGC NET exam was abruptly cancelled following concerns that the integrity of the exam had been compromised. Reports indicated that a potential leak…
Claims of an Imminent Raid Congress MP and Leader of Opposition (LoP) Rahul Gandhi has claimed that the Enforcement Directorate (ED) is planning a raid against him. According to Gandhi, insiders within the ED have informed him about the potential raid. In a post on X (formerly Twitter) on Friday, Gandhi quipped about his anticipation…
Key Ruling on Re-Test On Friday, the Supreme Court delivered a significant judgment concerning the NEET UG 2024 examination, addressing the controversy surrounding the alleged paper leak. The Court decided against ordering a re-examination, stating that the issue was confined to specific locations in Bihar and Jharkhand—Patna and Hazaribagh. The Court emphasized the need for…
Background and Incident On Thursday, an Odisha court rendered a significant verdict in a 15-year-old murder case, sentencing 14 individuals to life imprisonment. The case stems from a violent attack on March 12, 2009, during Holi celebrations, which resulted in the death of Siba Nagabansa. The assault occurred at Nagabansa’s residence in Ghasi Sahi, Paralakhemundi,…
Overview of Rs 2000 Note Withdrawal The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has provided a comprehensive update on the status of the Rs 2000 denomination banknotes, following their withdrawal from circulation. As of Thursday, the RBI reported that an impressive 97.92% of the Rs 2000 notes in circulation at the time of the withdrawal announcement…
Introduction to New Schemes In a significant policy shift, the newly-formed BJP government has allocated substantial funds for two major health insurance schemes in its first budget. The Ayushman Bharat scheme, a Union government initiative, and the Gopabandhu Jan Arogya Yojana, a state-specific program, will replace the Biju Swasthya Kalyan Yojana (BSKY) introduced by the…
Sudden Resignation Shakes Odisha Politics In a dramatic development in Odisha’s political landscape, Mamata Mahanta, a key Rajya Sabha member and influential leader of the Kudumi community, has resigned from both her position in the Rajya Sabha and the Biju Janata Dal (BJD) party. Elected unopposed to the Upper House in March 2020, Mahanta’s resignation…
The assassination of Ismail Haniyeh, Hamas’ top political leader, in Tehran on July 31 has ignited intense global speculation and concern. The incident, occurring amid significant geopolitical events, has heightened the risk of escalation between Iran and Israel. This analysis delves into the assassination’s details, the subsequent reactions, and potential future implications for the region….
