Senior Congress leader Shashi Tharoor has turned down the ‘Veer Savarkar Award’, making headlines with a pointed remark directed at the organisers. Tharoor stated that he declined the honour because the organisers failed to provide clarity on the nature of the award and details about the institution behind it. In a statement, Tharoor remarked that Read More…
In a historic moment for India, UNESCO has officially inscribed Diwali — the Festival of Lights — into its Representative List of the Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity. The prestigious announcement was made at UNESCO’s Cultural Heritage Conservation Conference held at Delhi’s iconic Red Fort — the first time India has hosted this global gathering. Read More…
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has expressed his happiness as India hosts the 20th Session of UNESCO’s Committee on Intangible Cultural Heritage. The prestigious global cultural event has commenced with participation from several member nations, cultural experts, and heritage advocates. The Prime Minister noted that hosting this session is a matter of pride for India, a Read More…
In a significant move that may reshape India’s aviation landscape, the Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) has ordered reductions in IndiGo’s daily flight operations. The decision follows concerns over operational reliability and staffing shortages within the airline. As IndiGo scales back its schedule, industry sources suggest that Air India stands to gain nearly 70 Read More…
The Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI) is preparing to roll out a new rule that will prohibit the photocopying of Aadhaar cards. The regulation, expected to come into force soon, is designed to prevent hotels, event organisers, and similar establishments from collecting or storing physical copies of Aadhaar. UIDAI CEO Bhuvanesh Kumar told PTI Read More…
In a major move to strengthen data security and curb identity misuse, the Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI) has introduced a new rule making registration compulsory for all private entities seeking to conduct Aadhaar-based verification. Under the upcoming framework, hotels, event organisers, service providers, and commercial establishments will no longer be allowed to collect Read More…
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has applauded Doordarshan’s morning show Suprabhatam, describing it as an uplifting and inspiring way for viewers across the country to begin their day. In a message shared on X, the Prime Minister said the programme beautifully blends Indian culture, yoga, lifestyle practices and traditional wisdom, making it a “wonderful confluence of Read More…
Mumbai: IndiGo has refunded a total of ₹827 crore to passengers affected by large-scale flight disruptions over the past two weeks, according to reports. The airline has also managed to return nearly half of the stranded baggage across airports, handing back around 4,500 out of 9,000 delayed bags. The refunds cover tickets booked between November Read More…
New Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday launched a special debate in the Lok Sabha marking the 150th anniversary of Vande Mataram, recalling its historic role in India’s freedom struggle and the contrasting conditions during its earlier milestones. Modi noted that when Vande Mataram completed 50 years, India was still under colonial rule, and Read More…
In a major boost to Kerala’s transportation infrastructure, Indian Railways has begun preparing a Detailed Project Report (DPR) for a massive 750-km expansion of the state’s rail network. The plan, considered one of the biggest railway upgrades Kerala has seen in decades, aims to ease congestion, increase train frequency, and significantly cut travel times across Read More…