Indian-origin tech influencer, former Google engineer and an investor in US, Debarghya (Deedy) Das has com under fire for his guide to US citizenship in which he detailed how he got scholarly articles written by a firm in his name. The blog was published earlier but blew up after this part was noticed by...
Read MoreSamajwadi party chief Akhilesh Yadav criticises the Uttar Pradesh government’s decision to rename seven railway stations, urging a focus on railway safety. The Railway Ministry approved the renaming after a delay due to the Lok Sabha elections’ model code of conduct. The stations, all in Amethi district, had their names updated officially on Tuesday.
Read MoreMajor car manufacturers such as Maruti Suzuki, Tata Motors, Mahindra & Mahindra, Hyundai, Kia Motors, and others are offering a 1.5% discount or up to Rs 20,000 on new vehicle purchases against old car scrapping for the next year. The initiative aims to advance circular economy efforts, ensuring cleaner, safer, and more efficient vehicles...
Read MoreBJP declared 29 additional candidates for the J&K assembly elections, including replacing former deputy CM Nirmal Singh with Satish Sharma and reaffirming Devender Singh Rana’s candidacy. The party has announced candidates for 45 segments so far but hasn’t named nominees for Nowshera and Gandhinagar yet. Protests had erupted earlier, leading to a temporary withdrawal...
Read MorePM Jan Dhan Yojana (PMJDY) celebrates its tenth anniversary, having integrated over 53 crore Indians into formal finance, including nearly 30 crore women. This initiative has bolstered savings, facilitated direct benefit transfers during Covid, and aided fintech-led credit growth, especially benefiting regions with good internet connectivity.
Read MoreThe Enforcement Directorate has launched a money laundering investigation against Sandip Ghosh, former principal of RG Kar Hospital, and others, following allegations of bribery and irregularities. The probe stems from FIRs registered by Kolkata Police and CBI. Ghosh is also implicated in the rape and murder of a doctor at the medical college premises.
Read MoreMajor foreign investors in Byju’s have petitioned the Supreme Court to present their concerns as the court addresses the future of the edtech company. Holding nearly 17% stake, these investors point to alleged mismanagement amid current insolvency proceedings. Founder Byju Raveendran denies wrongdoing while emphasizing the potential impact on employees.
Read MoreHaryana chief minister Nayab Saini has distanced himself and the BJP from Kangana Ranaut’s controversial statements concerning the farmers’ protests. Saini reaffirmed the party’s dedication to farmers’ welfare. Himachal Pradesh officials heavily criticized Ranaut, prompting the BJP to clarify that Ranaut is not permitted to speak on policy matters.
Read MoreThe verdict on Jay Shah’s legacy in Indian cricket administration remains uncertain, but his ascent to power, both domestically and internationally, has been undeniably smooth and unobtrusive. At the age of 35, Shah was elected unopposed as the chairman of the International Cricket Council (ICC), making him the youngest person ever to hold this...
Read MoreThe Assam government has introduced the Assam Compulsory Registration of Muslim Marriage and Divorces Act, 2024. This new bill aims to replace the 1935 law, focusing on preventing child marriages, curbing polygamy, and strengthening marital institutions. It mandates age, residency, and consent conditions for marriage registrations to ensure legal protection for married women and...
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