Background Ahead of the 2026 West Bengal Legislative Assembly elections, a Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of the electoral rolls has led to the deletion of approximately 9.1 million (91 lakh) voters, according to officials. The Election Commission stated that the exercise aimed to ensure the accuracy and integrity of the voter list by removing duplicate…
Overview The marriage of Monalisa Bhosle, who gained widespread attention after going viral during the Mahakumbh Mela, has now sparked a major legal controversy. An investigation by the National Commission for Scheduled Tribes (NCST) revealed that Monalisa was a minor, aged only 16, at the time of her marriage. Following this finding, the Madhya Pradesh…
Cairo, Egypt:In one of the most extraordinary episodes in modern history, the mummified remains of the ancient Egyptian pharaoh Ramses II—who died over 3,000 years ago—were issued an official Egyptian passport in 1974. The unprecedented move allowed the royal mummy to travel legally to France for urgent scientific examination and preservation. Who Was Ramses II?…
Beirut, Lebanon:Hopes for a ceasefire in the Middle East were severely undermined after Israel launched a series of intense airstrikes on populated areas across Lebanon, resulting in the deaths of at least 254 people and injuring more than a thousand others, according to Lebanese authorities. Escalation Amid Ceasefire Expectations The attacks occurred shortly after diplomatic…
Nepal: Emergency Measures to Save Fuel Nepal declared 2-day weekly holidays to reduce fuel consumption.Government offices, schools, and some businesses adjusted schedules.Long queues at petrol pumps and rationing of fuel reported. Reason: Heavy dependence on imported fuel mainly via India and global oil price surge due to war. Pakistan: Price Hike, Free Transport and Market…
1. Kharg Island Airstrikes & Strategic Targeting Kharg Island — Iran’s most critical oil export hub — has become the center of the latest US airstrikes. US forces launched precision airstrikes targeting military-linked infrastructure on the island. The island handles about 90% of Iran’s oil exports, making it economically vital. Iran confirmed: A senior US…
Key Developments (Latest Confirmed Updates) Iran has suffered a major setback following a series of targeted strikes on April 6, 2026, resulting in the deaths of several high-ranking military officials: The strikes are widely attributed to Israel , with multiple reports suggesting possible strategic backing from the United States. Details of the Strike According to…
In a landmark judgment that has sent shockwaves across the country, a special court has sentenced nine policemen to death in the infamous Sathankulam custodial death case, marking one of the strongest judicial responses to police brutality in India. Case Background The tragic incident occurred in June 2020 in Sathankulam, Tamil Nadu. They were taken…
In a significant development, the Supreme Court of India has dismissed an appeal filed by the Prakruthi Samrakshana Samithi (Nature Protection Committee) against the construction of the proposed Wayanad tunnel road project. The Court upheld the earlier decision of the High Court, allowing the project to proceed. The bench, headed by Chief Justice Surya Kant,…
Amid rapidly escalating conflict conditions in West Asia, the United States has successfully rescued the second crew member of a downed fighter jet inside Iran—an operation being described as one of the most daring military rescue missions in modern history. What Happened? – The Incident Explained According to reports, the downed aircraft incident significantly intensified…
