Prime Minister Narendra Modi addressed the Lok Sabha during a special session commemorating the 75th anniversary of the adoption of the Indian Constitution. He praised the Constitution’s resilience, noting that it had exceeded expectations since independence. Modi criticized the Congress for allegedly undermining constitutional values in the past, contrasting this with his government’s efforts since Read More…
A major power outage caused by a Tata Power grid failure wreaked havoc on Mumbai’s Central Railway services, disrupting the daily commute of thousands of passengers. The outage, which occurred on a Monday morning, led to the suspension of local trains, particularly affecting routes between Churchgate and Borivli on the Western Railway. The power failure, Read More…
The Supreme Court has directed the Centre to respond to a petition urging the government to provide anti-venom for snakebites at health centers across India. With around 58,000 snakebite fatalities annually, mostly in rural areas, the petition stresses the need for a national prevention program and improved access to timely treatment. It calls for greater Read More…
In a groundbreaking move for EPFO subscribers, the Ministry of Labour is set to introduce a new feature that will allow members to withdraw their provident fund (PF) money directly from ATMs. As part of the upcoming EPFO 3.0 initiative, subscribers will be issued EPFO-specific ATM cards, enabling them to access up to 50% of Read More…
Max Life Insurance has officially rebranded as Axis Max Life Insurance following its strengthened partnership with Axis Bank. This move comes after a series of strategic transactions in which Axis Bank increased its stake in Max Life, leading to a deeper integration of their operations. The rebranding reflects a more unified approach, aiming to enhance Read More…
Prime Minister Narendra Modi paid heartfelt tribute to the legendary actor and filmmaker Raj Kapoor on his 100th birth anniversary, lauding his immense contribution to Indian cinema. PM Modi referred to Raj Kapoor as a cultural icon who elevated Indian films to global recognition. In a special event, Modi hosted members of the Kapoor family, Read More…
Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated 167 projects worth ₹5,500 crore in Prayagraj, focusing on boosting infrastructure, connectivity, and sanitation. Key highlights include new corridors for Akshay Vat, Hanuman Mandir, and Bharadwaj Rishi Ashram. These developments, alongside the Namami Gange mission, promise enhanced pilgrimage experiences and smoother travel for Mahakumbh 2025 visitors. The initiatives aim to Read More…
The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) in Mumbai received a bomb threat via email on December 13, 2024. The email, written in Russian, threatened to blow up the bank. Authorities immediately launched an investigation, and the police registered a case against an unidentified individual at the Mata Ramabai Ambedkar Marg (MRA Marg) Police Station. Law Read More…
Congress MP Priyanka Gandhi Vadra, in her first Lok Sabha speech, highlighted the importance of India’s Constitution as a “shield of justice, unity, and freedom,” contrasting it with the BJP’s alleged undermining actions. She accused the government of prioritizing corporate interests over public welfare, weaponizing investigative agencies, and ignoring farmers’ concerns. Gandhi also condemned the Read More…
Prime Minister Narendra Modi will lead the fourth National Conference of Chief Secretaries in Delhi on December 14-15, 2024. The key theme of this conference is “Promoting Entrepreneurship, Employment & Skilling – Leveraging the Demographic Dividend.” This important event seeks to strengthen collaboration between the Centre and state governments on crucial issues, including job creation, Read More…