In response to Congress’s criticism over the Unified Pension Scheme, BJP leader Ravi Shankar Prasad asked whether Congress had fulfilled its promise of reinstating the Old Pension Scheme in Himachal Pradesh. Prasad accused Congress of making empty promises for votes. Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge labeled the new scheme as another policy reversal by the...
Read MoreThe ISRO chairman recently suggested the existence of extraterrestrial life is likely, given rapid technological advancements. He posited that alien civilizations could range from being 200 years behind to 1,000 years ahead of us. While acknowledging the potential risks of contact, he urged broader consideration of life beyond Earth in ongoing scientific discussions.
Read MoreThe southpaw, who made his debut in an ODI in October 2010 and always rose to the occasion for India in ICC tournaments, forged one of India’s most successful opening partnerships with Rohit. Dhawan enjoyed a six-year period in his career where he, Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma together scored 102 centuries together across...
Read MoreKohli achieved unparalleled success as the captain of the Indian Test team. He took charge from MS Dhoni and led the team in 68 matches, securing an impressive 40 victories with a win percentage of 58.82. He boasts an exceptional home record as captain, having won 24 out of the 31 Tests played in...
Read MoreHeavy rains over the weekend caused widespread flooding in Gujarat, impacting Valsad, Navsari, and other districts. Hundreds were evacuated as roads and highways were blocked, and rivers and reservoirs reached high alert levels. Chief minister Bhupendra Patel directed relief efforts, and the IMD predicted more rain until Tuesday, issuing red alerts for several regions.
Read MoreJoe Root played a crucial role with a composed half-century during a tense run-chase, while Smith’s maiden Test century in the first innings gave England a significant lead of 122 runs, which was instrumental in their win. Reflecting on his captaincy in Ben Stokes’ absence, Pope said he enjoyed the experience and felt confident...
Read MoreNASA selected SpaceX to return astronauts Sunita Williams and Barry Wilmore to Earth after an unexpected extension of their stay on the ISS. The astronauts’ return was delayed due to technical issues with Boeing’s Starliner. ISRO currently lacks the capability for space rescue missions, but aims to develop such capabilities in the future.
Read MoreThe Dhanbad-bound Kisan Express split into two sections near Raipur village in Bijnor district, affecting 1,600 passengers, including 150 police exam aspirants. The separation occurred due to a coupler failure. Authorities quickly addressed the situation, ensuring no injuries. Buses were arranged for exam aspirants to reach their centers on time.
Read MorePrime Minister Narendra Modi interacted with ‘Lakhpati Didis,’ women from self-help groups earning Rs 1 lakh annually, in Jalgaon, Maharashtra. He released a revolving fund of Rs 2,500 crore and disbursed Rs 5,000 crore in bank loans. PM Modi highlighted the role of women in nation-building and expressed condolences for those affected by the...
Read MoreThe Cabinet approved the Unified Pension Scheme (UPS) for 23 lakh central government employees, ensuring a pension of 50% of their last drawn salary for those serving 25 years or more. The new scheme, effective from April 1, 2025, offers post-retirement inflation-linked increments and a minimum pension of ₹10,000 for employees with at least...
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