JDU leader Neeraj Kumar criticized the Assam government’s decision to discontinue the two-hour adjournment for Jumma prayers in the state assembly, arguing it disrespects religious traditions. He urged CM Himanta Biswa Sarma to prioritize poverty alleviation and flood management. This practice, originating in the colonial era, was unanimously ended by Hindu and Muslim MLAs.
Read MoreThe Reserve Bank of India has launched a feature enabling customers to deposit cash at ATMs using Unified Payments Interface (UPI) instead of physical debit cards. This UPI Interoperable Cash Deposit service, launched at the Global Fintech Fest 2024, aims to streamline cash deposits and enhance banking convenience.
Read MoreOlympian wrestler Vinesh Phogat joined the farmers’ protest at the Punjab-Haryana border on the 200th day of their struggle for MSP. She urged the central government to heed their demands and acknowledged the farmers’ importance in feeding the country. Phogat praised their courage and resilience, stating they serve as an inspiration for her and...
Read MoreAccording to former South African cricketer Jonty Rhodes, Ravindra Jadeja is the best fielder in modern cricket due to his versatility. Jadeja, along with Virat Kohli and Sharma, retired from T20 internationals but will continue in ODIs and Tests. He is anticipated to rejoin the Indian team for the Bangladesh Test series in September.
Read MoreSingaporean Tan Xianglong, aged 37, received a nearly four-year jail sentence for attempting to frame his estranged wife by placing cannabis in her car. Aimed at securing a divorce, his plan failed when a police investigation turned to him. The cannabis amount was below the death penalty threshold, leading to Tan’s arrest.
Read MoreIntel employees in Ireland face potential compulsory layoffs as the voluntary severance program concludes. Decisions on these applications depend on business priorities, and the company plans to reduce its global workforce by up to 15%. This could translate to around 730 job cuts at the Leixlip facility. Exact numbers are not yet disclosed.
Read MoreThe BJP criticised the INDIA bloc following RJD leader Tejashwi Yadav’s comment calling Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma the ‘Chinese version of Yogi.’ BJP leader Shehzad Poonawalla condemned the statement as racist. Yadav’s remarks came after the Assam Assembly decided to end a two-hour adjournment for Jumma prayers on Fridays.
Read MorePrime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated three Vande Bharat Express trains connecting Meerut-Lucknow, Madurai-Bengaluru, and Chennai-Nagercoil. These new services aim to enhance regional connectivity and facilitate smoother commutes for residents and professionals. The trains promise a faster travel experience across several districts, contributing to the ongoing Vikas Yatra of the nation.
Read MoreA Russian Mi-8T helicopter, with 22 on board including 19 passengers, went missing in the Kamchatka Peninsula. Departing from a base near the Vachkazhets volcano, the helicopter failed to make contact at the scheduled time. Russia’s Federal Air Transport Agency has initiated a search operation to locate the missing aircraft.
Read MoreFlooding in the Ghaghara region has disrupted wildlife habitats, leading wolves to venture into human settlements in Bahraich. Seven individuals, including children, have been killed by wolves seeking new food sources. Wildlife officials and experts are investigating the underlying causes, which appear to include habitat disturbance and possibly rabies, aiming to reduce further human-wolf...
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