Madhya Pradesh government defended its decision to involve IAS officers in the appraisal of IFS officers’ performance, clarifying it won’t be direct. The Supreme Court has been informed that the move complies with laws and does not harm conservation efforts. The petition challenging this mechanism claims it disrupts forest management by involving non-forest officers.
Read MoreIn Delhi, a dust hotspot under Pushta flyover near Geeta Colony Shamshan Ghat has been overwhelmed with construction debris. Despite MCD efforts to clear the area, the debris continues to affect air quality. Illegal burning of plastic wires for copper extraction exacerbates the environmental threat.
Read MoreNew Zealand pacer Matt Henry’s exceptional performance, marked by a precise and relentless spell, led to India’s dismissal for 46 in 26th Test. Henry’s figures of 5/15 were instrumental as the Kiwi bowlers capitalized on favorable seam conditions, embodying discipline and patience.
Read MoreDonald Trump, the oldest candidate in the presidential race, criticized appointing older individuals to the Supreme Court. Reflecting on his term, Trump highlighted his younger nominees but avoided addressing his own age. Concerns have been raised about his cognitive fitness for office.
Read MoreRicha Ghosh will miss India’s ODI series against New Zealand to sit for her class 12 board exams. Harmanpreet Kaur will lead the squad, with maiden call-ups for Sayali Satghare, Saima Thakor, Priya Mishra, and Tejal Hasabnis. Asha Sobhana is injured, and Pooja Vastrakar is rested. The series begins on October 24.
Read MoreIn Gujarat, farmers are successfully experimenting with mango varieties that promise year-round availability, including those from Andhra Pradesh, Vietnam, and Thailand. These ‘barmasi’ varieties can yield multiple harvests annually, with some set to transition from experimental stages to commercial cultivation soon.
Read MoreMukti Mohan, initially known for her dance stint on Zara Nachke Dikha 2, has successfully transitioned to acting in web shows and films. After a long focus on dance, she took a six-year break in 2013 to hone her acting skills through theatre.
Read MoreSix gangsters in Gurugram were arrested for allegedly plotting a kidnapping and robbery at an earth movers company after a failed extortion attempt. The accused, linked to the Dheeraj Nakhdaula and Samudra Deshwal alias Rathi gang, aimed to assert dominance. Police recovered weapons and are interrogating the suspects.
Read MoreIn an unprecedented decision, co-owners JSW and GMR groups have divided responsibilities of Delhi Capitals’ IPL and WPL teams for two-year rotations. GMR will manage the IPL team in 2025-26, while JSW oversees the WPL team. New appointments include Hemang Badani as IPL head coach and Venkugal Rao as director of cricket.
Read MoreWWE’s President Nick Khan has hinted at a new Netflix docuseries offering behind-the-scenes insights into WWE. This announcement follows a popular Vince McMahon documentary. Additionally, WWE plans to debut Monday Night Raw on Netflix in January 2025, marking a significant shift from television to streaming, with anticipated special events and notable appearances.
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