Ola, Uber Allowed to Charge 2x Base Fare During Peak Hours New Delhi, July 2, 2025: Cab fares are likely to see a rise during peak traffic hours as the Ministry of Road Transport and Highways has officially allowed ride-hailing platforms like Ola and Uber to implement a new surge…
Month: July 2025
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Sheikh Hasina Sentenced to 6 Months by Bangladesh Court
Sheikh Hasina Sentenced to 6 Months by Bangladesh Court Dhaka, July 2, 2025: Former Bangladesh Prime Minister and Awami League leader Sheikh Hasina has been sentenced to six months in prison by the International Crimes Tribunal (ICT) of Bangladesh in a contempt of court case. The ruling has sparked political…
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Dalai Lama Confirms Successor, Rejects China’s Role
Dharamshala, India — In a historic announcement ahead of his 90th birthday, the 14th Dalai Lama has confirmed that his spiritual institution will continue beyond his lifetime. He declared that the Gaden Phodrang Trust, the office he established, will be the sole authority to recognize his reincarnation — directly challenging…
Covid
No Link Found Between Covid Vaccine and Heart Deaths
New Delhi — Amid rising concerns over sudden cardiac deaths, India’s top health bodies — the Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR) and AIIMS — have published detailed findings that categorically deny any link between Covid-19 vaccines and heart attacks in adults. Government: “Vaccines are Safe and Effective” The…
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Kolkata Gang-Rape Case: Accused Calls Injuries ‘Love Bites’
Kolkata, July 2, 2025:In a shocking development, Monojit Mishra—the main accused in the gang-rape of a 24-year-old law student in Kolkata—has claimed that the scratch marks on his body are actually “love bites.” His lawyer, Raju Ganguly, revealed this during a media interaction, adding a controversial twist to the already…
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India Holds Firm on Indus Treaty, Pakistan Scrambles
Islamabad, July 2, 2025: Pakistan Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has announced emergency steps to build new water storage infrastructure after India suspended the historic Indus Waters Treaty (IWT) earlier this year. While visiting the National Emergencies Operations Centre on Tuesday, Sharif accused India of attempting to “weaponise water” against Pakistan….
Elections
Sanjeev Arora Quits Rajya Sabha After Ludhiana Win
New Delhi, July 2, 2025: Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) leader and newly elected Ludhiana West MLA, Sanjeev Arora, has officially resigned from his Rajya Sabha seat following his bypoll victory in Punjab. Resignation Accepted by Vice President Dhankhar Vice President and Rajya Sabha Chairman Jagdeep Dhankhar accepted the resignation with…
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Govt Launches ELI Scheme to Boost Jobs Nationwide
The Union Cabinet has approved the ambitious Employment Linked Incentive (ELI) Scheme, a flagship initiative aimed at catalyzing job creation, enhancing employability, and strengthening social security across all sectors. Massive Employment Push Backed by Budget With a total outlay of ₹99,446 crore, the ELI scheme forms part of the ₹2…
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Indian Navy Saves Tanker Crew in Dramatic Sea Rescue
Indian Navy’s Swift Action Saves 14 Lives in Arabian Sea The Indian Navy once again rose to the occasion, responding swiftly to a life-threatening emergency at sea. On June 29, 2025, a major fire broke out on the Palau-flagged tanker MT Yi Cheng 6, endangering 14 Indian crew members. Thanks…
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India’s Mineral Output Rises in FY 2025-26
India’s mining and non-ferrous metal production is on a steady growth path in FY 2025-26. Recent data from the Ministry of Mines highlights a rise in production volumes of key minerals and metals, reinforcing the strong momentum in core sectors such as infrastucture energy, steel, and automotive manufacturing. Iron Ore Leads…