Australian workers gained the right to ignore work-related contact outside designated hours under new legislation effective from Monday. Passed in February, the law allows employees to disconnect without repercussions unless deemed unreasonable. This move aligns with similar policies in parts of Europe. Opposition labeled the law as rushed but acknowledged exceptions based on role...
Read MoreUddhav Thackeray, along with family and party leaders, protested outside Shiv Sena-UBT headquarters in Dadar against the Badlapur sexual abuse case. The MVA leaders, including Sharad Pawar and Nana Patole, also held protests across Maharashtra. The accused were arrested after a delay in police action, sparking statewide demonstrations and disruptions to train services.
Read MoreA private helicopter owned by a private aviation company crashed near Paud village in Pune district. The helicopter was en route from Mumbai to Hyderabad with four people onboard. “Among the 4 people who were in the Helicopter, captain sustained injuries and is hospitalised. The rest of the three persons are in stable condition,”...
Read MoreDhawan, who made his international debut in an ODI against Australia in Visakhapatnam in 2010, expressed his satisfaction with his career, having represented India across all three formats. The left-handed opener, who represented India in 34 Tests, 167 ODIs and 68 T20Is, formed a formidable partnership with Rohit Sharma at the top of the...
Read MoreThe demolition of Hyderabad’s N Convention Center, owned by actor Nagarjuna, began after claims of illegal construction on Tammidi Cheruvu land. Reports indicate the center encroached on three and a half acres of the lake. This action follows an investigation into the extent of the encroachment initiated by local authorities.
Read MoreUnion defence minister Rajnath Singh met US National Security Advisor Jake Sullivan and US Secretary of Defence Lloyd Austin to discuss strategic issues and strengthen defence cooperation. Singh engaged with US defence companies at a USISPF roundtable, promoting collaboration under India’s Make in India program to achieve self-reliance in the defence sector.
Read MoreIndia’s first reusable hybrid rocket, ‘RHUMI-1’, launched successfully from Chennai by Space Zone India and Martin Group. This rocket carried 50 PICO satellites and three Cube satellites. Its hybrid motor uses a safe design, combining propellants during combustion. The previous launch failed due to deployment issues but was resolved this time.
Read MoreThe US government approved the sale of anti-submarine warfare sonobuoys worth $52.8 million to India for its MH-60R Seahawk helicopters. This sale aims to bolster India’s ASW capabilities, enhancing its ability to detect and counter threats in the Indian Ocean. The new equipment will complement India’s induction of 24 Seahawks by next year.
Read MoreThe main accused in the Assam rape case died after jumping into a pond while trying to escape police custody. Police recovered his body after two hours. The incident occurred during a re-creation of the crime scene. The accused was among three who gang-raped a 14-year-old girl in Nagaon district. CM Himanta Biswa Sarma...
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