A batch of petitions challenged the process of issuing certificates · High court terms OBC list prepared after 2010 as ‘illegal’ · Mamata Banerjee refuses to accept high court’s order In a landmark judgment with far-reaching implications, the Calcutta High Court has invalidated all Other Backward Classes (OBC) certificates issued in West Bengal since 2010. The division…
The announcement by European nations, including Spain, Ireland, and Norway, to recognize Palestinian statehood on May 28th has ignited a multifaceted discourse on the enduring Israel-Palestine conflict. Against the volatile backdrop of the Israel-Hamas war, this move underscores the persistent quest for a viable solution to achieve lasting peace in the region. Two-State Solution as…
A low-pressure area has emerged over the southwest Bay of Bengal and is forecasted to develop into a depression over central parts of the Bay of Bengal by May 24. · There are indications that this depression could escalate into a cyclone, marking the onset of the pre-monsoon cyclone season. · Climate scientist highlighted the possibility of…
Intense Heat Wave Grips North India · A Severe Weather Warning · Mixed Fortunes: Relief in South, Agony in North · Health Concerns Amidst Rising Temperatures, Preventive Measures Urged · Rajasthan Bears the Brunt The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a dire warning for North India as it braces for a relentless onslaught of scorching temperatures. With…
Russia-China Bilateral Relationship · Deepening Mutual Friendship · Military Trust and Cooperation · Russia’s reaffirmation of support for China’s stance on Taiwan, China’s acknowledgment of Russia’s position on Ukraine · Russia and China expressed serious concerns about US actions · Economic Cooperation, Energy and Nuclear Partnership In a display of unwavering solidarity, Chairman Xi Jinping welcomed President Vladimir Putin to…
Zelenskiy speaks on fifth anniversary of inauguration · Ukrainian leader chastises West for slow military aid · He also pushes them to get more directly involved in war · Leader concedes that war is “difficult” amid Russian advances · He urges China to join peace summit in Switzerland in June Appeal for Urgent Assistance: President Volodymyr Zelenskiy of Ukraine…
In the midst of Odisha’s electoral fervor, the second phase of polling in the Kantamal constituency witnessed chaos and clashes, with the BJP alleging favoritism by the presiding officer. Concurrently, Union Home Minister Amit Shah made bold assertions about the BJP’s electoral prospects and outlined promises for Odisha’s development in a fiery address. Here’s a…
BJP leader Sambit Patra finds himself embroiled in a political storm after inadvertently referring to Lord Jagannath as a devotee of Prime Minister Narendra Modi during a media interaction following the PM’s roadshow in Odisha’s Puri. Backlash from Political Rivals: Patra’s seemingly offhand comment triggers a cascade of criticism from opposition parties, notably from Odisha Chief…
Indian para-athlete Deepthi Jeevanji sealed a world record in the women’s 400 M T20 category at the ongoing Para Athletics World Championship 2024 in Japan’s Kobe. · Jeevanji bagged a gold medal. · In the Asian Para Games 2023, Jeevanji displayed an electrifying performance in winning a gold medal in the Women’s 400m-T20 event. · Meanwhile, para-athlete Yogesh…
The political landscape in Delhi is ablaze with controversy as graffiti threatening Arvind Kejriwal, the Chief Minister of Delhi, has emerged within the capital’s metro stations. · AAP’s Sanjay Singh, claims that the BJP is conspiring to orchestrate a deadly attack on the Chief Minister. · Faced with this alarming development, AAP MPs have sought recourse from…
