On Tuesday, a catastrophic landslide struck midway along the trekking route to the revered Vaishno Devi shrine, located in Jammu & Kashmir’s Reasi district, tragically claiming the lives of at least 32 pilgrims and injuring 20 others The Economic TimesReuters. The Incident Around 3 pm, after unrelenting heavy rainfall, a section of the mountainside collapsed…
Lucknow, August 28, 2025 — In a bid to protect lives on its busy roads, the Uttar Pradesh government is launching a statewide road-safety drive dubbed “No Helmet, No Fuel” from September 1 to 30. Under this initiative, two-wheeler riders who show up at petrol pumps without helmets will be denied fuel. Rather than acting…
Aizawl, August 28, 2025 – The Mizoram Legislative Assembly has approved the Mizoram Prohibition of Beggary Bill, 2025, a landmark law that outlaws public begging across the state. Simultaneously, it introduces a unique welfare framework aimed at rehabilitating those caught in extreme poverty. Ban with a PurposeUnveiling the bill, Social Welfare Minister Lalrinpuii stressed that…
Russia is urgently turning to India to fill growing gaps in its machinery and electronics sectors, where skilled labor remains in short supply. Indian Ambassador to Russia, Vinay Kumar, confirmed that companies are now actively recruiting Indian professionals to help bridge this demand—within the scope of Russian laws, regulations, and quota systems.The Economic TimesMoneycontrol Growing…
Toyota Chairman’s Controversial Claim Toyota Chairman Akio Toyoda stirred the environmental debate when he stated that producing nine million battery electric vehicles (EVs) generates as much carbon emissions as manufacturing 27 million hybrids. He explained that in Japan—where electricity still largely comes from thermal (fossil-fuel) power plants—EVs could end up increasing overall carbon output rather…
India’s motorcycle market may be on the cusp of a major shake-up if recent GST reform plans are approved. The government is considering a revamp of Goods and Services Tax slabs that could drive up costs for high-capacity bikes while bringing relief to smaller, entry-level models. What’s on the Table? Under the existing GST structure,…
In a spectacular showcase of fandom meeting automotive innovation, Mahindra & Mahindra’s special-edition electric SUV— the BE 6 Batman Edition—has achieved a milestone that even Gotham’s Dark Knight might envy. When booking opened at 11:00 a.m. on August 23, 2025, all 999 units were snapped up in a stunning 135 seconds—just over two minutes.The Times…
Telangana is spreading festive cheer—in the form of free electricity—for Ganesh and Durga pandals, but only for those who follow official registration and safety rules. The Southern Power Distribution Company of Telangana Limited (TGSPDCL) has unveiled a policy that promises power without cost, but with conditions firmly in place. Power Supply Windows Ganesh Navaratri celebrations…
New Delhi – April 2025 – In a sweeping overhaul of the Class 7 Social Science curriculum, NCERT (National Council of Educational Research and Training) has completely removed chapters on the Mughals and the Delhi Sultanate from its newly released textbooks. In their place, the updated content spotlights ancient Indian dynasties, sacred geography, and modern…
New Delhi – August, 2025 – In a recent announcement that sought to snuff out growing speculation, the Indian government reaffirmed that the popular social media app TikTok remains firmly banned in the country. Rising rumours about the app’s revival were branded “false and misleading” by senior government officials. Amid swirling confusion over partial online…