Hooghly:In a shocking development from West Bengal, Sheikh Bakibullah, the President of the Bharatiya Janata Party’s (BJP) Minority Cell in Hooghly district, was found dead under mysterious circumstances on Friday. His body was discovered hanging from the balcony of his residence in the Goghat area, triggering widespread concern and political tension. Mysterious Death Raises Eyebrows…
New Delhi: Senior Congress leader Rahul Gandhi has strongly criticized the Election Commission of India (ECI) for its directive allowing the destruction of CCTV recordings, webcast data, and video footage from polling stations just 45 days after the election—unless results are legally challenged in court. Taking to X (formerly Twitter) on Saturday, Gandhi accused the…
New Delhi: India led the world in celebrating the 11th International Day of Yoga, with the theme “Yoga for One Earth, One Health.” The day witnessed mass participation across the country and abroad, with Prime Minister Narendra Modi leading the central celebration in Visakhapatnam. The nationwide observance underscored yoga’s growing role in personal wellness, stress management, and global…
In a major step toward rehabilitating disaster-affected families, the Kerala government has distributed ₹15 lakh each to 104 families in Wayanad who chose not to accept housing in the Mundakkai–Chooralmala rehabilitation township project. The total disbursed amount is ₹16.05 crore. Wayanad:As part of the government’s ongoing rehabilitation initiative for disaster-affected people in Wayanad, financial assistance…
In a significant diplomatic breakthrough, Iran has temporarily reopened its airspace exclusively for Indian evacuation operations, allowing stranded nationals—mainly students and pilgrims—to return home safely. The move comes amid the escalating Iran–Israel conflict, which had earlier prompted a complete closure of Iranian airspace to international traffic. Delhi:Rare Corridor Amid ConflictFollowing the eruption of hostilities between…
Kalpetta:The Wayanad Nature Conservation Committee has strongly urged immediate intervention by the Forest Department and local panchayat authorities to stop the illegal cutting and transportation of bamboo groves along the stream banks in Thodarakudi regions, especially in Vythiri, Meppadi, and Thondarnad panchayats. According to the committee, a mafia network from Kannur district has set up…
Bengaluru:In response to the tragic stampede that occurred in Bengaluru on June 4, which resulted in the death of 11 people and injuries to over 60, the Karnataka government has proposed a new legislative measure titled the Karnataka Crowd Control Bill, 2025. The draft bill was tabled for discussion during the cabinet meeting held earlier…
In a major escalation of regional hostilities, Iran launched over 20 ballistic missiles targeting cities across Israel early on June 19, 2025. One missile struck Soroka Medical Center in Beersheba, causing significant structural damage and injuring at least 71 civilians, marking one of the most severe attacks on civilian infrastructure in the ongoing conflict. At…
Russia has issued a stark warning that any Israeli strike on Iran’s Bushehr nuclear power plant could lead to a disaster akin to the 1986 Chernobyl catastrophe. The warning was delivered by both Russia’s state nuclear energy corporation and the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, as tensions between Israel and Iran continue to rise amid ongoing…
In a moment of pride for the Indian education sector, several Indian universities have secured prominent positions in the QS World University Rankings 2025, marking a significant leap in global academic recognition. The Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Bombay has emerged as the top-ranked Indian institution globally, securing a place in the top 150 for…
