Bibek Debroy, a renowned scholar and polymath, passed away at 69. Notable for translating Indian scriptures like the Mahabharata and Ramayana, he contributed significantly to economics and public policy. As chairman of the Economic Advisory Council to the Prime Minister, he left a lasting intellectual legacy and was awarded the Padma Shri in 2015.
Read MoreDuring his visit to forward Army outposts in Bumla, Arunachal Pradesh, MP Kiren Rijiju engaged in a surprise interaction with Chinese soldiers, discussing the facilities available for dealing with harsh climates. Rijiju asserted that India’s border infrastructure is comparable to that of China, while mentioning the Chinese soldiers’ disinterest in sweets during Diwali exchanges.
Read MoreThree members of a family were killed during a violent clash fueled by old rivalries and an alleged illicit relationship in Salapaka village, Kakinada district. The victims, Bathula Chinnayya, his brother Raju, and son Ramesh, succumbed to injuries. Police have arrested five suspects, including Nageswara Rao.
Read MorePets face severe distress from the loud noises and sudden bursts of Diwali firecrackers, causing them to bark excessively, refuse food, and exhibit anxiety. Vets and rescuers recommend measures like playing soft music, keeping televisions on, and providing quiet retreat spaces to help them cope. Stray animals are particularly vulnerable to accidents during this...
Read MoreA 17-year-old boy was apprehended for the murder of Abhijit Banerjee, 56, who was found dead in his rooftop room with head injuries. The teenager claimed he acted out of revenge after discovering Banerjee’s relationship with his mother. Police are investigating the motive, and evidence includes Banerjee’s phone and missing jewelry.
Read MoreA 16-year-old boy was tied to an electric pole and beaten to death by five individuals in Badka Gaon village for allegedly breaking into a grocery shop. Four suspects, including the shop owner, have been arrested. The fifth suspect remains at large, and an FIR has been filed against all five.
Read MoreRCB retained Kohli, Patidar, and Dayal for IPL 2025, with Kohli likely resuming captaincy after du Plessis wasn’t retained. Former cricketer Sanjay Manjrekar urges fans to objectively analyze Kohli’s T20 performances, questioning if he is the right choice for captaincy based on recent performance. During Kohli’s previous tenure as captain from 2013 to 2021,...
Read MoreSecurity forces in Jammu and Kashmir eliminated two militants in Anantnag following an encounter. Operations continue in Srinagar and Bandipora after terrorists engaged forces. A rise in terrorist attacks targets migrant workers, with incidents in Budgam, Shopian, and Pulwama involving injured and deceased victims in recent weeks.
Read MoreNASA has re-established contact with 47-year-old Voyager 1 after years of silence. The spacecraft’s fault protection system shut down its radio transmitter, sparking investigations into the cause. Commands and data exchanges between the spacecraft and NASA take nearly two days, with engineers working to restore normal operations.
Read MoreIndia took a 28-run lead in the third Test against New Zealand at the Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai. This was the first time hosts took the lead in the series. Shubman Gill scored 90 and Rishabh Pant added 60, but India suffered yet another batting collapse. Ajaz Patel took five wickets, underlining India’s batting...
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