Prime Minister Narendra Modi honors Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel on his birth anniversary at the Statue of Unity in Kevadia, Gujarat. Modi participates in the Unity Day Parade and administers the Unity oath, commemorating the occasion. He also witnesses the ‘Rashtriya Ekta Diwas’ parade, celebrating Patel’s contributions to national integration.
Read MoreForty years after the anti-Sikh riots, victims and their families continue to seek justice. Multiple legal proceedings, including the recent reopening of cases against Congressman Jagdish Tytler and Sajjan Kumar’s life imprisonment, reflect ongoing efforts despite systemic protection of perpetrators.
Read MoreThe White House military band performed “Om Jai Jagdish Hare” in a Diwali celebration at President Joe Biden’s residence. Over 600 Indian Americans attended, including Congress members and corporate leaders. Biden lit a diya and praised the South Asian American community’s contributions, highlighting the tradition’s continuation since President George Bush’s tenure in 2003.
Read MoreAnand Mahindra, chairman of Mahindra Group, shared a heartfelt Diwali message on X, highlighting the festival’s significance in symbolizing the victory of light over darkness and good over evil. His post has garnered significant attention, resonating with many users who shared their own Diwali wishes, expressing gratitude for Mahindra’s inspiring message.
Read MoreIn Kanchrapara, eight men were arrested for gang-raping a 19-year-old woman and assaulting her husband along railway tracks after the couple was evicted from the station. The incident occurred between 4 am and 5 am, and the accused were apprehended within hours. They were remanded to police custody, with further investigation underway.
Read MorePrime Minister Narendra Modi celebrated Diwali with BSF, Army, Navy, and Air Force personnel in the challenging terrains of Sir Creek, Gujarat. Since 2014, Modi has made it a tradition to spend the festival with troops. He also honoured Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel on National Unity Day and extended Diwali greetings to the nation.
Read MoreGoldman Sachs estimates India needs to create 10 million jobs annually to sustain 6.5% GVA growth. Key policy recommendations include incentivizing affordable social housing, diversifying IT hubs to smaller cities, and reallocating fiscal incentives towards labour-intensive manufacturing sectors to boost employment.
Read MoreIndian citizens aged 70 and above can now access Ayushman Bharat’s expanded healthcare scheme, regardless of income. This initiative offers Rs 5 lakh health cover annually for hospitalisation. Enrollment requires Aadhaar-based e-KYC via the website or Ayushman App. Over 30,000 empanelled hospitals ensure cashless treatment, addressing nearly all treatment needs effectively.
Read MoreTwo women died and five others were critically injured when lightning struck a firecracker manufacturing unit in Suryarao Palem, East Godavari district. The fire spread to raw materials, causing an explosion. Six people escaped unhurt. The injured are receiving treatment at Tanuku area hospital, and authorities are monitoring their condition.
Read MoreMadras High Court emphasizes spousal privacy as a fundamental right and rules call record documents obtained by a husband without a wife’s consent inadmissible in court. This ruling followed a case where a husband sought divorce using call records acquired without proper legal authorization.
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