The Maharashtra government has announced a ₹10,000 crore reduction in the budget allocation for its flagship Ladki Bahin scheme, sparking sharp criticism from opposition leader Uddhav Thackeray. The scheme, which provides financial assistance to women, will now receive ₹36,000 crore for the 2025-26 fiscal year, down from ₹46,000 crore in the previous year. The Ladki…
In a pioneering move, the Assam government has announced plans to launch its own satellite, named ASSAMSAT, in collaboration with the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO). The initiative, unveiled during the state budget presentation for 2025-26 by Finance Minister Ajanta Neog, aims to enhance regional monitoring and support critical socio-economic projects. Chief Minister Himanta Biswa…
New Delhi: In a significant development, Ukraine has overtaken India to become the world’s largest importer of heavy military weapons, according to the latest report by the Stockholm International Peace Research Institute (SIPRI). The war-torn nation accounted for 8.8% of global arms imports during the 2020–2024 period, surpassing India’s 8.3% share. The surge in Ukraine’s…
Agartala: The Border Security Force (BSF) in Tripura has apprehended 29 Bangladeshi nationals during a series of operations conducted between March 6 and March 10, 2025. The arrests were made at various locations along the India-Bangladesh border, including Lankamura, Nischintpur, Harinakhola, Agartala railway station, Churaibari railway station, Sabroom, and L.K. Para. In addition to the…
Aizawl: The Mizoram government is in the process of drafting a Memorandum of Agreement (MoA) to hand over the state’s lone airport, Lengpui Airport, to the Indian Air Force (IAF). Chief Minister Lalduhoma made the announcement during the ongoing Assembly session, highlighting the state’s efforts to address maintenance and operational challenges at the airport. The…
In a groundbreaking development, researchers have unveiled a single blood test capable of predicting the risk of cardiovascular diseases (CVD) up to 30 years in advance. The study, conducted as part of the Women’s Health Study at Harvard and presented at the European Society of Cardiology Congress 2024, highlights the potential of early detection in…
Arunachal Pradesh Chief Minister Pema Khandu has announced significant progress in resolving the long-standing border disputes between Assam and Arunachal Pradesh. Speaking during the ongoing session of the Arunachal Pradesh Assembly on Monday, Khandu expressed optimism that the boundary demarcation in six disputed districts would be finalized soon. The Chief Minister reaffirmed the state government’s…
New Delhi: The Life Insurance Corporation of India (LIC) offers a range of pension schemes designed to provide financial security during retirement. Among these, the single-premium pension plans have gained significant attention for their simplicity and long-term benefits. By making a one-time investment, individuals can secure a monthly pension of ₹12,000 for life, ensuring a…
Chinese scientists have announced a significant breakthrough in the development of a vaccine aimed at preventing strokes and heart attacks. The vaccine, currently in its preclinical stage, targets atherosclerosis—a condition characterized by the build-up of fatty plaque in arteries, which can lead to life-threatening cardiovascular events. Researchers at Nanjing University of Science and Technology have…
Mumbai: The latest episode of Shark Tank India 4 featured a compelling pitch by Bindiya, a third-generation entrepreneur aiming to revolutionize the tile industry with her online platform, Tileskraft. Seeking ₹60 lakh for a 12% equity stake, Bindiya presented her vision of simplifying tile sourcing and sampling through technology. However, her pitch faced challenges as…
