Two Congress MLAs, Hiraman Khoskar and Jitesh Antapurkar, met Maharashtra CM Eknath Shinde, fuelling speculation about switching to Shiv Sena. Khoskar and Antapurkar dismissed the rumors, citing constituency work as the purpose of their meetings. This follows lingering doubts about Congress MLAs cross-voting during recent MLC polls.
Read MoreA 28-year-old man died while undergoing treatment after a pressure cooker blast injured him in Bengaluru. The incident, which occurred two days before Independence Day, drew significant attention. Police ruled out terrorism, confirming it as an accidental cooker explosion. Investigations found no explosive materials on the site. The deceased and his roommate worked in...
Read MoreThe phase 3 clinical trial of India’s first dengue vaccine, DengiAll, began in Rohtak, Haryana. Developed by Panacea Biotec and supported by ICMR, the trial involves 10,335 participants across 19 sites. This marks a significant step in combating dengue, as India currently has no licensed vaccine against the disease.
Read MoreThe Karnataka government ordered the immediate suspension of all transactions with State Bank of India (SBI) and Punjab National Bank (PNB) after incidents of alleged embezzlement. A finance department circular instructed the closure of accounts and withdrawal of deposits from these banks, prohibiting any further investments or deposits by government entities.
Read MoreConflict arose between the Congress-led Karnataka government and the Centre over plans to shut Jan Aushadhi outlets in state hospitals. The Congress argued that free medicines are already available in hospitals, while the BJP criticized the move, which impacts around 20 lakh households benefiting from affordable generic drugs under the Centre’s scheme.
Read MorePakistan’s Olympic gold medalist Arshad Nadeem is facing scrutiny after a video emerged of his interaction with Mohammad Harris Dhar, identified as a terrorist by the US Treasury Department. The meeting drew widespread criticism on social media. Despite the controversy, Nadeem was celebrated for his historic win in the javelin throw at the Paris...
Read MoreIndependence Day is celebrated nationwide with immense enthusiasm and affection. People adorn themselves in saffron, white, and green, representing the colors of the Indian flag. The celebrations include preparing traditional dishes, hoisting the national flag, participating in parades, distributing sweets and flowers, and enjoying patriotic songs. In various regions, kite-flying competitions also add to...
Read MoreThe government is currently deliberating on expanding the caste-related questions in the upcoming population census. The discussion is considering adding an ‘other backward class’ category or conducting a separate survey. The census, delayed due to the pandemic, aims to aid resource distribution and affirmative action policies.
Read MoreThe International Cricket Council (ICC) is yet to officially announce the ratings for the pitch and outfield of the 54 matches held in the United States and West Indies during the T20 World Cup, despite seven and a half weeks having passed since the conclusion of the global event.
Read MoreA New Zealand charity inadvertently handed out candies laced with lethal amounts of methamphetamine, leaving three individuals ill. Authorities are investigating the incident, highlighting the complex methods of drug importation. The New Zealand Drug Foundation revealed that each candy contained 3 grams of methamphetamine, making them extremely dangerous.
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