Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated the Ashtalakshmi Mahotsav on December 6, 2024, in New Delhi, celebrating the cultural, social, and economic vibrance of Northeast India. The three-day festival highlights the unique traditions of the eight northeastern states—Assam, Arunachal Pradesh, Meghalaya, Manipur, Nagaland, Mizoram, Tripura, and Sikkim. The event showcases the region’s crafts, textiles, and GI Read More…
In a shocking development during a routine anti-sabotage check on December 6, 2024, ₹50,000 in ₹500 notes was discovered at the seat of Congress MP Abhishek Manu Singhvi in the Rajya Sabha. The discovery led to immediate controversy, as Singhvi strongly denied any involvement, explaining that he had only briefly been in the chamber before Read More…
In a remarkable achievement, Triptii Dimri has claimed the number one spot in IMDb’s “Most Popular Indian Stars of 2024.” The talented actress, celebrated for her performance in Animal and other projects, surpassed Bollywood powerhouses like Deepika Padukone and Alia Bhatt. Deepika ranked second, followed by Ishaan Khatter and Shah Rukh Khan. The rankings, based Read More…
Astronauts Sunita Williams and Barry Wilmore have hit six months aboard the International Space Station (ISS), far exceeding their planned one-week mission due to delays with Boeing’s Starliner spacecraft. Issues such as thruster malfunctions and helium leaks have postponed their return to Earth. NASA is considering SpaceX’s Crew Dragon as an alternative if Starliner remains Read More…
NASA has launched a global competition to develop an innovative rescue system for stranded astronauts on the Moon. With a prize of up to $20,000, the challenge invites designs capable of transporting a fully suited astronaut across the Moon’s rugged terrain in emergencies. The system must be lightweight (under 50 pounds), compact, and functional under Read More…
India has taken a significant leap toward the future of high-speed transportation with the launch of its first Hyperloop test track in Chennai. This 410-meter track, a collaboration between Indian Railways, IIT Madras, and ArcelorMittal, is set to revolutionize the way we think about travel. Situated at the IIT Madras Discovery Campus, it marks a Read More…
The Kerala High Court has demanded a detailed report from the state government regarding the available funds in the State Disaster Response Fund (SDRF) and how they have been spent, particularly after the devastating landslides in Wayanad. The court’s move comes amid an ongoing dispute over the allocation and timely release of funds by the Read More…
Congress MP Hibi Eden has filed a privilege motion in the Lok Sabha against BJP leader Sambit Patra for calling Rahul Gandhi, the Leader of Opposition, a “traitor of the highest order” during a press conference on December 5, 2024. In his letter to Speaker Om Birla, Eden condemned Patra’s remarks as “defamatory and unparliamentary,” Read More…
Prime Minister Narendra Modi commemorated Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar on Mahaparinirvan Diwas, December 6, 2024. In his tribute, PM Modi honored Ambedkar as the architect of India’s Constitution and a beacon of social justice. He highlighted Ambedkar’s relentless fight for equality and human dignity, which continues to inspire generations. Modi also reaffirmed India’s commitment to realizing Read More…
On December 5, 2024, Devendra Fadnavis took the oath as Maharashtra’s Chief Minister for the third time in a grand ceremony at Azad Maidan, Mumbai. This marks a key moment for the BJP-led “Mahayuti” alliance, which emerged victorious in the recent Maharashtra elections. The alliance includes the Shiv Sena (led by Eknath Shinde) and Ajit Read More…