Maharashtra Chief Minister Eknath Shinde has announced a comprehensive new framework aimed at fast‑tracking the redevelopment of Mumbai’s ageing Pagdi buildings, marking one of the most significant policy interventions for tenants, landlords, and developers in decades. The move is expected to unlock thousands of dilapidated structures across the city, many of which are over 70–100…
Tripura has reported significant progress in strengthening its internal security framework, with the state government confirming that over 70 per cent of security‑related directives issued by the Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) have already been implemented. This marks one of the most substantial advancements in the state’s ongoing efforts to modernize policing, enhance border vigilance,…
Meghalaya marked a historic milestone as the state’s first Eklavya Model Residential School (EMRS) officially opened its doors to students, ushering in a new era of educational empowerment for tribal communities. Chief Minister Conrad K. Sangma, who inaugurated the school, emphasized that the institution represents not just infrastructure development but a transformational opportunity for young…
India’s largest lender, the State Bank of India (SBI), has signaled a strategic shift in how it will support the next wave of corporate consolidation. SBI Chairman Dinesh Kumar Khara has stated that the bank will adopt a “calibrated approach” toward funding mergers and acquisitions (M&A), ensuring that capital deployment remains prudent, risk‑balanced, and aligned…
India has taken another significant step in strengthening global health cooperation by signing a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Liberia to enhance collaboration on pharmacopoeia standards, ensuring safer, more affordable, and higher‑quality medicines for both nations. The agreement marks a major milestone in India’s expanding role as a global pharmaceutical leader and reflects Liberia’s commitment…
India delivered one of its strongest diplomatic rebukes in recent years at a United Nations Security Council (UNSC) session, condemning Pakistan’s recent airstrikes inside Afghanistan that killed civilians, including women, children, and even local cricketers. India described the attacks as “acts of war”, a grave breach of international law, and a direct threat to regional…
The release of Dhurandhar, a high‑intensity Bollywood thriller, has unexpectedly ignited a Pakistan vs Pakistan debate, splitting opinions across Baloch activists, Karachi‑based journalists, and Pakistani social media users. What began as a cinematic conversation has now evolved into a deeper cultural and political introspection within Pakistan, as the film’s portrayal of Baloch identity, militancy, and…
A high‑stakes selection meeting chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, with Home Minister Amit Shah and Leader of the Opposition Rahul Gandhi as members of the statutory committee, has triggered a major political flashpoint after Rahul Gandhi formally submitted a dissent note opposing the government’s shortlisted candidates for key transparency and vigilance posts. The meeting,…
Punjab Kings are set for a significant change in their auction-room leadership at the IPL 2026 mini-auction, with captain Shreyas Iyer confirmed to head the franchise’s table in Abu Dhabi. However, the team will be without their head coach Ricky Ponting, who will miss the event due to prior broadcasting commitments during the Ashes series….
Doctors at Government Medical College and GBP Hospital in Agartala have successfully removed a pre-cancerous polyp from a 32‑year‑old Bangladeshi patient, marking a significant achievement for Tripura’s public healthcare system. The case highlights the growing trust of Bangladeshi citizens in Tripura’s medical facilities and the state’s expanding role as a regional healthcare hub. The patient,…
