Chief Election Commissioner Rajiv Kumar rejects Congress’s claims of EVM tampering in Haryana elections, asserting EVMs are foolproof. Despite exit polls favoring Congress, BJP won 48 seats, while Congress secured 37. EC also dismisses allegations of slow data uploading and manipulation. Read More
An intense summer increased electricity bills in Delhi, with less than 30% of homes receiving zero bills during May-July. The number of consumers paying over Rs 2,000 monthly rose significantly due to high use of cooling appliances. While AAP defends free electricity for the poor, BJP criticizes the scheme as benefiting only a small... Read More
A housekeeping staffer at a private Noida school was arrested for allegedly raping a three-year-old student on October 9. The young girl, identified the attacker, reported severe pain and injuries, prompting a police complaint and subsequent arrest. The school’s management is also being investigated. Read More
The Tamil Nadu government declared holidays for schools and colleges in several districts and issued work-from-home advisories due to heavy rainfall predicted by the IMD. Extensive precautionary measures are in place as the northeast monsoon is expected to set in by mid-October. Read More
The Reserve Bank of India may expand the RTGS to include major currencies like the US dollar, euro, and pound sterling. This move aims to make cross-border payments more affordable and faster. Read More
Lawrence Bishnoi, a notorious gangster operating from prison, has a hit-list targeting prominent figures including Salman Khan and Zeeshan Siddique. Bishnoi’s gang has been involved in high-profile assassinations and continues to expand its operations across multiple states, often recruiting vulnerable youth. Read More
Israeli PM Netanyahu asserts Israel’s autonomy in decision-making amidst US influence, ensuring any response to Iran’s missile attack targets military sites to avoid full-scale conflict. Gulf states urge the US to prevent strikes fearing regional retaliation on their oil infrastructure. Read More
