Iran bids farewell to its late President Ebrahim Raisi and his companions, who tragically perished in a helicopter crash near the Azerbaijan border. · Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, the Supreme Leader of Iran, led the funeral prayers offering solemn words for the departed souls and reflecting on the legacy of the deceased. · The ceremony unfolded against the…
The recent findings of the Oxford Economics’ Global Cities Index present a sobering reality for India, with its major cities notably absent from the upper echelons of global rankings. · Delhi clinched a rather modest 350th position in the esteemed Global Cities Index, falling short of expectations and aspirations for a city of its stature. · None…
Maharashtra Deputy CM Fadnavis reacts to a horrifying incident where a 17-year-old boy crashed his Porsche into a motorbike, resulting in the deaths of two IT professionals on the spot. · Fadnavis condemns the Juvenile Justice Board’s lenient punishment for the teen, which includes a 300-word essay on accidents, a 15-day stint working with traffic police,…
The SBI, India’s largest public-sector lender, plays a pivotal role in the sale and redemption of electoral bonds through adherence to standard operating procedures (SOPs). · However, the contents of these procedures remain shrouded in secrecy, sparking concerns about transparency and accountability in the electoral financing process. · Transparency activist Anjali Bhardwaj’s quest to access the SOPs…
Amid the escalating conflict in Gaza, President Joe Biden has emerged as a staunch supporter of Israel, vehemently denying accusations of genocide while facing mounting pressure from pro-Palestinian demonstrators. Speaking at a Jewish American Heritage Month event at the White House, Biden delivered a resolute defense of Israel’s military actions, emphasizing the nation’s right to…
The unexpected demise of Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi in a helicopter crash in the rugged mountains to the northwest of the country has sent shockwaves through Iran and the international community. Raisi’s abrupt departure from the political stage marks the end of a tenure characterized by hardline policies and pervasive human rights abuses, leaving behind…
During a street corner meeting Delhi CM Arvind Kejriwal put a spin on the BJP’s iconic 2014 poll slogan. · He proclaimed, “acche din aane waale hain, Modi ji jaane waale hain,” subtly jabbing at PM Modi while expressing unwavering confidence in the I.N.D.I.A bloc. · Adding a personal dimension to his campaign, Kejriwal introduced his wife,…
The city of Pune was left reeling after a devastating accident involving a speeding Porsche and a motorcycle claimed the lives of two young engineers, Aneesh Awadhiya and Ashwini Koshta, both hailing from Madhya Pradesh. The incident, which occurred on a fateful Saturday night, has sparked a wave of outrage and demands for accountability amidst…
Following his resounding reception in Puri, Prime Minister Narendra Modi embarked on a mission to connect with the people of Odisha, displaying a profound respect for the state’s culture and heritage. At a monumental public gathering in Angul, PM Modi reiterated his dedication to serving the interests of Odisha’s populace, addressing a myriad of pressing…
A video depicting a boy casting votes multiple times for the BJP from various polling booths in UP has raised serious questions about the integrity of the electoral process. · According to Election Commission rules, individuals are permitted to vote only once, and the presence of phones or any electronic devices inside polling booths is strictly…
