A powerful and historic storm, Hurricane Melissa made landfall in Jamaica on Tuesday as a Category 5 hurricane, marking the strongest ever recorded in the country’s history. It is now barreling toward Cuba, carrying wide-ranging threats of flooding, landslides and infrastructure devastation. Historic landfall and damage in Jamaica On Tuesday,…
NEET PG 2024 Counselling Delay: Medical Aspirants Left Waiting Amid Administrative Hurdles
Over a month since NEET PG 2024 counseling registration opened, medical students are still in the dark as they await the official counseling schedule from the Medical Counselling Committee (MCC). With the Supreme Court extending its hearing on NEET PG matters to November 19, frustration is growing among aspiring doctors,…
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PM Modi Accuses Delhi, Bengal of Blocking Ayushman Bharat for Political Gains
In a recent statement, Prime Minister Narendra Modi voiced strong criticism against the Delhi and West Bengal governments, accusing them of not implementing the Ayushman Bharat scheme due to “political interests.” The Prime Minister’s comments have reignited the ongoing debate surrounding one of India’s flagship health programs, aimed at providing…
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How One Couple Defeated Google in a $3 Billion Legal Showdown After 15 Years
In a landmark win, UK entrepreneurs Shivaun and Adam Raff have emerged victorious after a grueling 15-year battle against Google. The European Court of Justice recently upheld a record-breaking fine of £2.4 billion (around Rs 26,000 crore) for Google, citing anticompetitive practices that ultimately took down the Raffs’ price comparison…
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Best Times to Buy Gold & Silver on Dhanteras 2024: Shubh Muhurat and Key Dates Revealed
In India, Dhanteras marks the start of the vibrant festival of Diwali, a five-day celebration that begins on October 29, 2024. Buying gold, silver, and other precious items on Dhanteras is a cherished tradition, symbolizing good luck, wealth, and prosperity. On this day, people worship Lord Kuber, the god of…
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Dhanteras 2024 Celebrations and Significance
Dhanteras, the first day of the five-day Diwali celebration, holds great importance in Indian culture. Also known as Dhantrayodashi, this auspicious day falls on the 13th lunar day of Krishna Paksha in the Hindu month of Ashwin. The name “Dhanteras” combines “Dhan,” meaning wealth, and “Teras,” the thirteenth day, representing…
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Terrorist Killed in Counter-Operation Following Attack on Army Convoy in J&K’s Akhnoor
In Jammu and Kashmir’s Akhnoor region, one terrorist was neutralized on Monday after an attack on an army convoy led to a counter-terror operation. The incident occurred when three terrorists reportedly opened fire on a convoy passing through a village near the Line of Control (LoC) in Akhnoor, targeting an…
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“Resolving India-China Border Dispute Requires Trust and Determination, Says Russian Envoy”
Russian envoy Denis Alipov emphasized that resolving the India-China border dispute is complex and requires trust and determination from both nations. Alipov expressed satisfaction with the recent agreement on troop disengagement along the Line of Actual Control (LAC), coinciding with a meeting between Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Chinese…
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Satellite Images Reveal Israeli Strike Damage on Iranian Military Bases
Satellite images analyzed on October 27, 2024, reveal significant damage from an Israeli strike on Iranian military facilities connected to past nuclear and missile activities. These attacks reportedly affected buildings at Iran’s Parchin military base, where, according to the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA), Iran once conducted high-explosive tests linked…
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Amit Shah: Bengal Can Only Be Peaceful When Cross-Border Infiltration Ends
Union Home Minister Amit Shah criticized the Trinamool Congress government for alleged corruption, claiming that funds sent by Prime Minister Modi for Bengal’s development are misappropriated. Speaking at the inauguration of a new passenger terminal at the Petrapole land port along the India-Bangladesh border, Shah emphasized that illegal immigration from…