Nikita Porwal, an inspiring 18-year-old from Ujjain, Madhya Pradesh, has captured the crown of Femina Miss India 2024 in a dazzling ceremony held on October 16, 2024, at Famous Studios in Mumbai. Crowned by last year’s winner, Nandini Gupta, Nikita will represent India at the prestigious Miss World pageant later this year. Beyond her beauty, Read More…
By Our Legal Correspondent New Delhi: The Supreme Court on Oct 16 slammed on Haryana and Punjab for their “defiant attitude” against taking penal action on persons burning crop residue ahead of the winter season and aggravating air pollution across northern parts of India, especially in and around the land-locked national capital. A three-judge Bench Read More…
Tonight, October 17, 2024, we will witness the year’s closest and brightest supermoon, known as the Hunter’s Moon. This supermoon, occurring when the Moon is at its nearest point to Earth in its orbit, will appear about 14% larger and 30% brighter than a typical full moon. The name “Hunter’s Moon” comes from its historical Read More…
New Delhi: In a major update, Indian Railways has reduced the development price tag reserving length from 120 days to 60 days, effective from November 1. Passengers will now be able to reserve their train tickets up to 60 days previous to their adventure in preference to the preceding 120-day limit. This alternate will not Read More…
YouTube is rolling out an exciting array of new features designed to elevate the user experience. One standout addition is the ability to set custom thumbnails for playlists, giving users more creative control over how their content is presented. Another highlight is the introduction of collaborative playlists, where multiple users can contribute, making group playlist Read More…
By our Special Correspondent New Delhi: Poor households globally lose 5 per cent of their total income in an average year from heat stress and 4.4 per cent from floods compared with households that are relatively better off, the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) of the United Nations said in Oct 16. It warned about Read More…
Bengaluru: After days of heavy rainfall, Bengaluru has ultimately visible a reduction in depth, supplying a short respite to its residents. However, the India Meteorological Department (IMD) predicts that mild to moderate rains will maintain in the town until October 20. The current downpours, which caused huge waterlogging and site visitors snarls, at the moment Read More…
Reliance Jio has launched two new 4G feature phones, the JioBharat V3 and JioBharat V4, further strengthening its push towards affordable connectivity for all. These models are targeted at users who want basic phone functionalities but with the benefits of 4G connectivity. Key Features: 4G Connectivity: Both phones offer high-speed 4G internet, enabling seamless internet Read More…
In a welcome move just before the festive season, the Indian government has sanctioned a 3% increase in the Dearness Allowance (DA) for central government employees and pensioners. This raises the DA from 50% to 53% of their basic salary, offering a financial boost to millions. The hike is seen as a significant Diwali gift, Read More…
Bengaluru is currently experiencing heavy rainfall, prompting the Indian Meteorological Department (IMD) to issue an orange alert for today and tomorrow. This alert signifies the likelihood of intensified rain, driven by a well-marked low-pressure area over the Bay of Bengal affecting weather patterns across southern India. The ongoing downpour has led to significant flooding in Read More…