Telecom operators Reliance Jio, Bharti Airtel, and Vodafone Idea urged TRAI to introduce new regulations for messaging apps like WhatsApp and Telegram, arguing they provide similar services to traditional mobile operators. They also supported TRAI’s proposal for a pan-India Unified Services Authorisation, marking the first major telecom licensing reform in 30 years to simplify...
Read MoreLatest Bank Fixed Deposit rates: Several public sector banks have revised their fixed deposit interest rates in the last two months. Union Bank of India offers the highest rates up to 7.40% p.a. for 333 days.
Read MoreThe Assam Police uncovered a cache of grenades and firearms in the Sonitpur district. The discovery included hand grenades, a pistol, a revolver, and detonators, believed to have been hidden during the National Democratic Front of Bodoland insurgency. The items were buried deep underground to evade detection, as revealed by DGP GP Singh.
Read MoreThe 19th crest gate of the 71-year-old Tungabhadra dam collapsed, triggering a flood alert in Karnataka and Andhra Pradesh. The breach resulted in significant water outflow, threatening downstream areas. Emergency actions were initiated to manage the situation, including opening additional gates, and planning a partial reservoir drain to facilitate repairs.
Read MoreAjit Pawar disclosed that despite his long political career, he missed becoming CM while serving multiple terms as Deputy CM. He recounted his efforts, including a short-lived government formed with Devendra Fadnavis in 2019. Meanwhile, the Anti-Corruption Bureau arrested BMC officials for demanding bribes, suggesting systemic issues needing urgent accountability and action.
Read MoreSandip Ghosh, the principal of RG Kar Medical College, resigned amid protests following the rape and murder of a second-year PGT doctor. Junior doctors demanded his removal and a magisterial inquiry, disrupting hospital services. The West Bengal Doctors Forum has requested a thorough investigation and increased security. A suspect has been arrested after the...
Read MoreA purported letter from former Bangladeshi PM Sheikh Hasina suggests her removal after 15 years was due to US pressure over St Martin’s Island. The letter indicates her refusal to give up control of the island led to her ouster. Hasina, now in India, promises to return soon, denying allegations of student insults.
Read MoreEleven individuals from Bangladesh were arrested for illegal entry into India, intercepted at the West Bengal, Tripura, and Meghalaya borders by the Border Security Force. They will be handed over to state police for further legal action. BSF has recently prevented several infiltration attempts, sending back numerous Bangladeshis with the help of Border Guard...
Read MoreThe markets regulator Sebi dismissed allegations by Hindenburg Research about conflict of interest involving its chairperson, stating that adequate internal mechanisms were in place. Sebi emphasized its actions against Adani Group, highlighted completed investigations, and negated claims of regulatory changes favoring Blackstone. Sebi’s response followed a show-cause notice issued to Hindenburg over illegal gains.
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