Dehradun: Kedarnath Dham generated 50.30 metric tonnes of waste between April and August 2026, with the amount already exceeding the total waste recorded during each of the previous three pilgrimage seasons, according to data provided by the local Nagar Panchayat.The figures were disclosed in response to an RTI query filed by Amit Gupta, an RTI Read More…
New Delhi: The Department of Agricultural Research and Education (DARE) and the Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR) are conducting cleanliness, sanitation and environmental awareness activities across the country as part of the Swachhata Hi Seva Campaign. The initiatives aim to promote public participation in cleanliness drives and encourage environmentally responsible practices, particularly among school Read More…
Kochi: The ICAR-Central Marine Fisheries Research Institute (ICAR-CMFRI) has advised consumers not to avoid tuna or other commercially available fish solely due to reports of parasites in fish from specific regions. The advisory follows reports of parasites found in skipjack tuna from the Atlantic Ocean off Brazil. CMFRI said parasite occurrence can vary across fish Read More…
New Delhi: The Supreme Court, in Sujal Vishwas Attavar v. State of Maharashtra (2026), reiterated that writ jurisdiction under Article 226 or inherent powers under Section 482 CrPC should not ordinarily be invoked when an effective statutory remedy is available. Referring to Sakiri Vasu v. State of UP (2008), the Court said grievances over non-registration Read More…
New Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi congratulated Indian athletes and teams for their medal-winning performances at the Asian Games. Modi congratulated Seema on winning the bronze medal in the women’s 10,000m event, saying her determined performance brought India a medal in the event after many years. He praised her endurance, discipline and years of hard Read More…
New Delhi: Vice-President C. P. Radhakrishnan on Thursday released Vishwasanchar Hindutva Ka, published by Saptahik Vivek, at the Vice-President’s residence. Speaking at the event, Radhakrishnan highlighted the publication’s long association with Maharashtra’s social and cultural life since its establishment in 1948. He said the book’s release was significant in the context of the centenary of Read More…
Aizwal: Security forces have arrested the alleged commander-in-chief of the banned United Kuki National Army (UKNA), a Manipur-based militant outfit, in Mizoram, police said on Thursday. The arrested man has been identified as Thangkhomang Haokip, who is suspected of being involved in several criminal cases in Manipur. Aizawl Superintendent of Police Zosangliana said Haokip was Read More…
New Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday congratulated Indian Wushu athlete Naorem Roshibina Devi after she secured the Silver medal in the Women’s Sanda 60kg event. Highlighting her consistent performance on the international stage, Modi noted that Roshibina has now won medals at three consecutive Asian Games, describing the feat as a significant achievement. Read More…
New Delhi: Congress leader Rahul Gandhi on Thursday intensified his criticism of the Election Commission amid the ongoing controversy over the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls. Gandhi claimed that those working against the Constitution had been exposed and said that justice would be delivered. He also announced that he would address a press Read More…
New Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi congratulated Indian rowers Satnam Singh and Salman Khan after their impressive performance in the Men’s Double Sculls, where they secured a Bronze medal for India. Modi praised the duo for their composure and coordination during the event, saying their performance was noteworthy. The Prime Minister also expressed hope that Read More…