In West Delhi’s Old Rajender Nagar, students protested after three died in a flooded coaching institute’s basement. They criticized the MCD and the coaching center for negligence. Authorities have initiated a criminal investigation, recovering three bodies and rescuing several students. The incident prompted calls for stricter safety measures and accountability for the deaths.
Read MoreBigger isn’t always better— the cliché was proved right during the Olympics opening ceremony. In Paris, the world’s fashion capital, it was Team Mongolia’s Seine-sensational gold-embroidered ensemble that scored big. Haiti (super arty), Czechia (splattered trench coats) and Sri Lanka (white silk) wowed too even though the US (Ralph Lauren) and Italy (Emporio Armani)...
Read MoreOn Sunday in Tokyo, External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar and US Secretary of State Antony Blinken discussed bilateral relations and global issues. The meeting was held during the Quad foreign ministers’ gathering. The Quad, comprising India, Japan, the US, and Australia, seeks to secure the Indo-Pacific sea routes amid disputes in the South China...
Read MoreThe CCI approved Amazon Asia-Pacific’s acquisition transactions involving Frontizo and Appario, and Clicktech’s acquisition of Appario’s business. It also included Haverl’s 1% stake in NTCPL and intra-group transactions among various entities, enhancing Amazon’s market position in India’s retail and wholesale sectors.
Read MoreNahoum & Sons, a 122-year-old bakery in Kolkata, has removed chicken items from its menu due to the unavailability of kosher chicken. The shop has also reverted to Jewish traditions, closing on Saturdays and Jewish holidays. This decision was made by the fourth-generation owner, Adam Nahoum, who resides in Israel.
Read MoreThe Indian athletics team’s preparations for the Paris Olympics has been impacted by the ongoing conflict between Russia and Ukraine.
Read MorePM Modi urged states at the NITI Aayog meeting to create an investor-friendly environment and develop a vision for 2047. He emphasized good governance, law and order, infrastructure, and skilled workforce development. The session highlighted poverty eradication, agriculture productivity, and demographic management. Modi encouraged continuous evaluation and competition among states to enhance performance.
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