Category: India

New Delhi: In a significant political development ahead of the Bihar Assembly elections scheduled later this year, the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) has announced its decision to contest all 243 seats independently, marking a formal split from the INDIA alliance, which it had been part of until now. The announcement was made by Saurabh Bharadwaj, AAP’s Delhi convenor and former minister, during an interaction with the media in the national capital. Bharadwaj emphasized that the party had decided to fight the elections in Bihar alone, citing a lack of trust…

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Ayodhya : A heartwarming ten-day Ramayana workshop, organized for underprivileged children at Apna School in the Jayasinghpur ward of Ayodhya, concluded recently with moving performances that showcased the children’s dedication and talent. The event was conducted in collaboration with the International Ramayana and Vedic Research Institute, under the Uttar Pradesh Department of Culture. The workshop began on June 2, with training and direction led by Santosh Kumar, President of Jai Maa Hanswahini Ramlila and Natya Mandal, Kaushambi. Under his guidance, young participants were trained in the traditional art of Ramlila…

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Lucknow : In a major move to curb unauthorized bookings and enhance transparency, Indian Railways has introduced significant changes to the Tatkal ticket booking system, which will come into effect in two phases — from July 1 and July 15, 2025. According to Kuldeep Tiwari, Senior Divisional Commercial Manager of Northern Railway’s Lucknow Division, these amendments have been designed to ensure that the benefits of Tatkal bookings reach genuine passengers, rather than being misused by unscrupulous agents or software bots. Key Changes Implemented: From July 15, 2025, Aadhaar-based OTP authentication…

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Ranchi : President Droupadi Murmu has given her assent to a key amendment bill passed by the Jharkhand government, significantly increasing penalties for smoking or spitting tobacco in public places across the state. With the presidential nod, the fine for such violations has now been raised fivefold — from ₹200 to ₹1,000. The bill, titled the “Cigarettes and Other Tobacco Products (Prohibition of Advertisement and Regulation of Trade and Commerce, Production, Supply and Distribution) (Jharkhand Amendment) Bill, 2021”, was passed by the Jharkhand Assembly in March 2021 during the budget…

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Bengaluru : The Karnataka High Court  reserved its verdict on a plea filed by RCB’s Head of Marketing, Nikhil Sosale, who sought interim relief in connection with the Bengaluru stampede case that recently claimed the lives of 11 people. The stampede, which occurred during a high-profile public event in Bengaluru, raised serious concerns about the organisers’ planning and the lack of police preparedness. The incident triggered public outrage, compelling state authorities to initiate a swift crackdown, including multiple arrests and administrative suspensions. Sosale approached the High Court challenging the legality…

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Chennai – ‘Cauvery Calling,’ a renowned initiative launched by Indian Yogi and Isha Foundation founder and spiritual leader Sadhguru, has achieved another significant milestone. The campaign has set a new record by planting 1.36 crore (13.6 million) saplings across 34,000 acres of land in the Cauvery river basin. To date, a total of 12.2 crore (122 million) saplings have been planted through this campaign, empowering 2.38 lakh (238,000) farmers to adopt tree-based agriculture. Over the past year alone, 50,931 farmers and citizens actively participated in this large-scale environmental endeavor. ‘Cauvery…

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Lucknow – Indian skydiver Anamika Sharma has uniquely celebrated the success and popularity of “Operation Sindoor” by performing a thrilling jump from 14,000 feet, saluting the valor, courage of Indian soldiers, and women’s empowerment. On June 5, in Bangkok, Thailand, Anamika unfurled a flag bearing the “Operation Sindoor” slogan with both hands as she descended. Her distinctive tribute is garnering widespread attention on social media, both nationally and internationally. The success of “Operation Sindoor” has captivated every Indian, inspiring various forms of celebration. While some are organizing flag marches and rallies,…

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Lucknow – The upcoming census in 2027 will not be limited to collecting caste-based data but will also undertake a comprehensive assessment of the socio-economic conditions across the country. For the first time, acid attack survivors and displaced individuals will also be included in the enumeration. While discussions have primarily focused on caste-based data for the 2027 census, the reality is that the exercise will encompass a broader measure of the nation’s economic and social development. The House and House Listing Survey, which precedes the main census, will incorporate several questions…

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Lucknow – The launch of the Axiom-4 mission, which will carry Indian astronaut Shubhanshu Shukla and three other crew members to the International Space Station, has been postponed until June 11 due to unfavorable weather conditions. The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) confirmed the delay on Monday. The SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket was originally scheduled to launch on Tuesday evening from Kennedy Space Center (KSC) in Florida. ISRO Chairman V. Narayanan stated, “The launch of the Axiom-4 mission has been postponed from June 10, 2025, to June 11, 2025, for the…

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New Delhi – In a significant move for India’s military strategy, Lieutenant General Rajiv Ghai, currently the Director General of Military Operations (DGMO), has been appointed as the Deputy Chief of Army Staff (Strategy). This appointment is seen as crucial for enhancing the Indian Army’s war preparedness and strategic planning. Lieutenant General Ghai has a distinguished career, previously serving as the DGMO where he demonstrated exceptional strategic prowess, notably during “Operation Sindoor.” This operation reportedly targeted 11 Pakistani airbases and neutralized over 100 terrorists, showcasing his tactical brilliance. From Operation Sindoor…

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