By our foreign religious correspondent Jakarta: In a rare act of humility and lowliness, Bishop Paskalis Bruno Syukur of Bogor (Indonesia) declined the honor of being elevated to cardinal in the en suing Consistory (Solemn meeting of Roman Catholic Cardinals convoked and presided over by the pope) on December 07, 2024. This was perhaps the Read More…
In a significant move to empower students, the Union Cabinet has approved the PM-Vidyalaxmi scheme, offering collateral-free, guarantor-free loans to those admitted to top-tier higher education institutions, both government and private. This initiative will provide students with the financial support they need to pursue their educational goals without the burden of securing loans with collateral Read More…
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has described the One Rank One Pension (OROP) scheme as a heartfelt tribute to the courage and sacrifices of India’s military veterans and ex-service personnel. Addressing an event, the Prime Minister reaffirmed the government’s strong commitment to the welfare of the armed forces, emphasizing that the OROP scheme ensures fair and Read More…
In a landmark judgment, the Supreme Court has firmly stated that the eligibility criteria for government job recruitments cannot be altered once the recruitment process is underway. This ruling highlights the importance of maintaining consistency in recruitment policies, ensuring fairness for all candidates who applied based on the original eligibility requirements. The verdict has far-reaching Read More…
In a major move, the Enforcement Directorate (ED) conducted searches across multiple locations associated with e-commerce giants Amazon, Flipkart, and their affiliated entities. The pan-India operation was carried out to investigate potential violations under the Foreign Exchange Management Act (FEMA) and other regulations. The ED is reportedly looking into allegations of foreign exchange law violations Read More…
Bengaluru: In a move coming after seven years, Bengaluru Metro has raised its ticket prices, setting the minimum fare at Rs 15. The new fare structure, effective from November 1, now ranges from Rs 15 to Rs 60 based on travel distance. Previously, commuters enjoyed a minimum fare of Rs 10, but the Bengaluru Metro Read More…
By our Foreign religious correspondent Vatican City: The provisional agreement for appointment of bishops in between the Vatican and China has been extended further for its validity of four years from October 22, the Vatican sources said. “In the light of the consensus arrived for an effective application of the Provisional Agreement regarding the Appointment Read More…
The Indian Railways is witnessing an unprecedented surge in train bookings to Kerala due to the simultaneous rush for the Sabarimala pilgrimage and the Christmas holiday season. With limited seats available, travelers are advised to book early, as many trains on major routes from across India to Kerala are fully booked for the next 60 Read More…
Following Donald Trump’s victory in the U.S. presidential election, Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi extended warm congratulations, highlighting the strength of U.S.-India relations. Modi expressed his eagerness to continue working with the U.S. under Trump’s leadership, emphasizing the shared values and goals that align both nations. Modi’s message underlined the importance of ongoing collaboration in Read More…
The Indian Rupee reached an all-time low, reflecting a downward trend across Asian currencies as markets react to ongoing U.S. election updates. The uncertainty surrounding potential shifts in U.S. fiscal policy and economic strategies has fueled volatility, leading investors to exercise caution. As the dollar strengthens, emerging markets like India feel the impact, with the Read More…