The Orissa High Court has delivered a scathing verdict against the illegal demolition of a decades-old community centre in Balipur village, Cuttack district, terming it a disturbing case of “bulldozer justice.” The court ordered the state government to pay ₹10 lakh in compensation, including ₹2 lakh to be recovered from the salary of the tehsildar…
The Andhra Pradesh High Court has granted interim relief to former Chief Minister Y.S. Jagan Mohan Reddy in a case related to the death of a YSRCP supporter, who was fatally run over by a vehicle in his convoy during a rally in Guntur district on June 18. The court observed that “accidents happen despite…
In a landmark move to ease financial pressure on critical government departments, the Union Cabinet has reportedly approved a one-time waiver on over ₹6 lakh crore in spectrum dues, covering penalties and nearly all interest charges. The relief applies to central and state departments such as Defence, Railways, Space, and Broadcasting, but excludes PSUs and…
Prime Minister Narendra Modi is expected to travel to Brazil next week to attend the BRICS Summit in Rio de Janeiro on July 6–7, as part of a broader five-nation diplomatic tour aimed at strengthening India’s engagement with the Global South. While an official announcement is awaited, sources confirm that Modi will also visit Ghana,…
In a heartwarming moment that lit up the special screening of Umrao Jaan, legendary singer Asha Bhosle, now 91, took the stage to sing the iconic track “Yeh Kya Jagah Hai Doston”, 44 years after she first recorded it. The event, held ahead of the film’s theatrical re-release, saw Rekha, the film’s lead star, cheering…
The political storm over the Maharashtra government’s revised language policy has intensified, with Uddhav Thackeray and Raj Thackeray launching parallel attacks on the Centre for allegedly imposing Hindi in state-run schools. The estranged cousins have announced joint protest marches in early July, while NCP (SP) chief Sharad Pawar has called for a united front to…
India’s premier steeplechase athlete Avinash Sable is eyeing a strong comeback at the 2025 World Athletics Championships, following a year-long battle with a nagging calf injury. The 30-year-old, who holds the national record in the 3000m steeplechase (8:09.91), is now focused on bettering his personal best and breaching the elusive eight-minute barrier. 🏃♂️ Road to…
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has called for the time-bound execution of key infrastructure projects, emphasizing that delays not only escalate costs but also deny citizens timely access to essential services. Chairing the 48th PRAGATI session, Modi reviewed critical projects across the Mines, Railways, and Water Resources sectors, urging officials at both central and state levels…
External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar has launched a sharp critique of the Congress party, taking a veiled swipe at Rahul Gandhi for what he termed “symbolic constitutionalism”. Speaking at an event marking the 50th anniversary of the Emergency, Jaishankar accused the Gandhi family of failing to apologize for the 1975 Emergency and using the Constitution…
Sudden outbursts of anger and yelling may do more than just raise tempers—they could also raise your risk of a heart attack, according to leading cardiologists and recent medical studies. Experts say that intense emotional stress can act as a catalyst for cardiovascular events, especially in individuals with pre-existing heart conditions. 🧠 What Happens to…
