Delhi-NCR residents, brace yourselves for a meteorological tango of the frosty kind. The Indian Meteorological Department (IMD) predicts a five-day waltz with persistent fog, a chilly partner that will dip temperatures close to 5°C for the next two days. Remember Republic Day? That foggy morning was just a prelude to…
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Elections
India-France defence ties reach new heights
India and France have signed a historic agreement to strengthen defence ties. Under this agreement, India will buy 36 Rafale fighter aircraft from France for $5.8 billion. This is India’s biggest defence deal so far. Apart from this agreement, both countries have also agreed to increase cooperation in defence production,…
International
India vs. China in Maldives: A Diplomatic Deadlock?
China’s growing stake in Maldives is a challenge to its relations with India. China has increased its economic and military presence in the Maldives in recent years. It has invested in several infrastructure projects in the Maldives, including airports, ports and roads. China has also provided military assistance to the…
Covid
Covid Cases Resurge in India: 774 New Infections in 24 Hours
Covid Curve Bends Upward Again: India Sees 774 New Cases in 24 Hours Main Points: India witnesses a worrying rise in Covid cases, recording 774 new infections in the past 24 hours. Active cases climb to 4,187, raising concerns about a potential resurgence. Two deaths reported, one each from Tamil Nadu and Gujarat….
Elections
New Faces, Old Goals: BJP Navigates Continuity and Change
BJP in 2024: Towards continuity and change Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) is working on the strategy of continuity and change to win the 2024 Lok Sabha elections. The party believes that the government’s policies in the last eight years have taken the country into a new era of development. Now,…
Covid
628 New Covid Cases in India, Active Toll Hits 4,054
Covid in India: 628 Fresh Cases, Active Cases Rise to 4,054 Covid-19 cases are increasing in India According to Union Health Ministry data, India recorded 628 new COVID-19 cases on December 25, 2023. With this, the total number of cases in the country increased to 4,50,09,248. The number of active…
News
“India’s COVID ticks up with 640, Kerala tops with 265.
1. Shorter and punchier: India saw a slight uptick in COVID-19 cases with 640 new infections, led by Kerala’s 265. Active cases rose to 2,997. One death was reported in Kerala, taking the toll to 5,33,328. JN.1 variant cases reached 22, but officials say no clustering or severe symptoms were…
Elections
India Bloc Leads Nationwide Protest Against Suspension of MPs
Democracy in Peril! INDIA Bloc Rallies Against Unprecedented MP Suspension (with an image of a large, passionate crowd at the Jantar Mantar protest, holding aloft the “Save Democracy” banner) main point: India Bloc leaders protested under the ‘Save Democracy’ banner at Jantar Mantar in Delhi on Friday. Nationalist Congress Party…
Health
Covid cases are increasing in India, Gen.1 is a matter of concern
Fresh Covid Cases Rise in India, JN.1 Variant Prompts Cautious Response Key Points: India reports 594 new COVID-19 cases, raising concerns amidst the emergence of the JN.1 variant. 21 cases of JN.1 identified across India, primarily in Goa (19), Kerala (1), and Maharashtra (1). While JN.1 is classified as a “variant of interest”…
Bihar
Lalu: Bridging the Gap in India Alliance?
Lalu Yadav: A Potential Bridge Builder for the India Alliance Main points: Allies of the India Alliance are dissatisfied with the Congress party following their recent electoral losses. Lalu Yadav’s relationships with regional leaders make him well-positioned to mediate and rebuild trust. Successful efforts by Yadav could strengthen the India…