India’s telecom sector showed mixed trends in August, with broadband subscriptions climbing by 0.32% to 949.21 million, driven by increased demand. However, wireless subscriptions fell by 0.49% to 1,163.83 million, with declines in both urban and rural regions. Mobile Number Portability requests also saw substantial growth, while wireline subscribers experienced a modest increase. Read More
The Centre repatriated 1989 batch IAS officer Vivek Joshi to Haryana cadre, where he will become the next chief secretary after T V S N Prasad retires on Oct 31. Eight other officer postings were also approved, including Subodh Kumar Singh of Chhattisgarh cadre as additional secretary in the steel ministry. Read More
Deputy Chief Minister Udhayanidhi Stalin expressed his long-time friendship with actor and TVK founder Vijay, highlighting their bond since childhood. Udhayanidhi mentioned producing his first movie with Vijay and wished him success with his new party. He remarked that several parties have emerged and vanished over the years, emphasizing the need for genuine public... Read More
Bilaspur district panchayat and Bilaspur Municipal Corporation sign an MoU for joint faecal and plastic waste management. This collaboration will enhance resource sharing between urban and rural areas, ensuring district-wide cleanliness. The agreement sets guidelines for sludge and plastic waste disposal, promising mutual support and efficiency improvements. Read More
On the 10th death anniversary of South Korean musician Shin Hae Chul, BTS artist J-Hope paid tribute through a heartfelt video message despite not being able to attend physically. The memorial concert featured performances by K-pop celebrities, including PSY and Solar, celebrating Shin’s legacy through iconic hits and a display of his personal belongings. Read More
Amid growing efforts to boost indigenous defence exports, India reports the US, France, and Armenia as top buyers. Exports include aircraft parts for US, software for France, and artillery systems for Armenia. The Defence Ministry’s push has tripled production value since 2014-15, with significant contributions from private sector and MSMEs. Read More
October rains caused more damage to horticulture crops in Karnataka than the South West monsoon did from June to September. The North Karnataka region was the worst affected. Farmers are demanding quick compensation for the loss. Davanagere had the highest excess rainfall, while Dharwad, Belagavi, and Haveri were severely impacted. Read More