A social media post has raised questions about the funding of Neha Bora, a 29-year-old research scholar at Jawaharlal Nehru University (JNU), alleging that she travels across India despite having no known employment or monetised social media accounts. The post describes Bora as the president of a communist student union and alleges that she seeks Read More…
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Four Great Indian Bustards Released into the Wild in Rajasthan
Jaisalmer: In a significant step towards conserving the endangered Great Indian Bustard (GIB), four male birds were released into the wild at Desert National Park near Sam village in Jaisalmer, Rajasthan, in October 2026. The release marks a new phase in the species’ conservation programme after nearly a decade of captive breeding efforts. The four Read More…
Centre Directs States to Enforce Ban on Reuse of Single-Use Medical Devices
The Centre has directed all states and Union Territories to strictly enforce the ban on reusing single-use medical devices and disposable surgical items in public and private healthcare facilities, citing concerns over infection risks and patient safety. In a letter dated October 16, the Directorate General of Health Services (DGHS) flagged reports that some private Read More…
PM Modi Inaugurates Chinmaya Amrit Mahotsav Global Summit in Delhi
New Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated the Chinmaya Amrit Mahotsav Global Summit at Bharat Mandapam in New Delhi, highlighting the Chinmaya Mission’s contribution to India’s spiritual and cultural heritage. Describing the occasion as an emotional and spiritual experience, Modi recalled his 1993 meeting with Swami Chinmayananda and emphasised the spiritual leader’s commitment to youth Read More…
Early Pregnancy Among Teenage Girls a Matter of Concern: UP Governor Anandiben Patel
Uttar Pradesh Governor Anandiben Patel has expressed concern over girls aged 13 and 14 becoming mothers, stressing that children at this age should be pursuing education and preparing for their future. Speaking at a programme organised at Maharishi University of Information Technology in Lucknow, Patel called for a change in societal attitudes towards girls and Read More…
UAE Official Sheikh Theyab Meets Prime Minister Narendra Modi
NEW DELHI: Prime Minister Narendra Modi met Sheikh Theyab bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Chairman of the UAE Presidential Court for Development and Fallen Heroes’ Affairs, on Thursday. The Prime Minister’s Office shared the information in a post on X, confirming the meeting between the Indian Prime Minister and the senior UAE official.
Chinese Forces’ Patrol Deviations Disrupt Border Peace, Affect Bilateral Ties: India
New Delhi: India on Friday said deviations by Chinese forces from established patrolling patterns periodically disturb the situation along the Line of Actual Control (LAC), stressing that border stability is vital for improving bilateral relations. External Affairs Ministry spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal made the remarks while responding to reports of continued confrontations between Indian and Chinese Read More…
India Facilitates Supply of Essential Medicines to Iran Amid Air Connectivity Challenges
New Delhi: India is continuing efforts to ensure the supply of life-saving medicines to Iran despite disruptions to air connectivity caused by the ongoing conflict in West Asia, the Ministry of External Affairs said on Friday. MEA spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal said the regional conflict had created fresh challenges for flights between the two countries. He Read More…
Yaba Tablets Worth ₹19.6 Crore Seized in Assam, One Arrested
Assam Police seized 78,400 suspected Yaba tablets valued at ₹19.6 crore in Cachar district and arrested one person in connection with the case, Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma said on Friday. The tablets, which contain a mixture of methamphetamine and caffeine, were recovered from a vehicle, according to the Chief Minister. Sarma said changing the Read More…
No Injury Marks No Ground to Deny POCSO Survivor Compensation: Allahabad HC
The Allahabad High Court has ruled that a survivor of sexual assault under the POCSO Act cannot be denied compensation solely because a medical report shows no physical injuries. A division bench of Justices Shekhar B. Saraf and Amitabh Kumar Rai directed authorities to pay ₹3 lakh to a minor under the Uttar Pradesh Rani Read More…