The Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) has rolled out new passenger-friendly guidelines that allow free ticket cancellation within 48 hours of booking and free error correction within 24 hours. The revised norms come in response to increasing complaints about high cancellation charges and delayed refunds. Under the new framework, passengers who spot booking mistakes Read More…
New Delhi: In a significant move aimed at safeguarding the integrity of constitutional education, the Supreme Court of India has banned the circulation of an National Council of Educational Research and Training (NCERT) Class 8 textbook over a controversial chapter on the judiciary. The apex court ordered that the book should not be distributed in Read More…
New Delhi: In a strong message to global tech platforms, Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw has called for a fair and transparent revenue-sharing system to ensure content creators receive their rightful earnings from social media platforms. Highlighting the rapid growth of India’s digital creator economy, Vaishnaw stressed that creators are the backbone of platforms such as Read More…
New Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi has scripted a new chapter in global digital politics by becoming the first world leader to cross the 100 million follower mark on Instagram. The landmark achievement cements his position as the most-followed political leader on the platform. Since joining Instagram in 2014, Modi’s account has evolved into one Read More…
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu hailed Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi as “more than a friend to Israel” during the latter’s visit to Israel. Netanyahu emphasized that the relationship between India and Israel has reached unprecedented heights, describing Modi as a trusted partner who has significantly strengthened bilateral ties. The leaders are set to hold Read More…
New Delhi: In a decisive crackdown on digital platforms accused of circulating obscene material, the Ministry of Information and Broadcasting has blocked five OTT platforms following due legal procedure. The platforms — MoodXVIP, Koyal Playpro, Digi Movieplex, Feel, and Jugnu — were found to be streaming content deemed objectionable and in violation of existing laws Read More…
New Delhi: In a landmark public health initiative, the Central government is set to roll out a nationwide Human Papillomavirus (HPV) vaccination drive aimed at protecting young girls from cervical cancer. Beginning later this month, 14-year-old girls across India will receive the vaccine free of cost at government health centres. The ambitious campaign is expected Read More…
New Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s proposed visit to Israel is drawing heightened diplomatic attention amid shifting geopolitical dynamics in West Asia. The visit, expected to further strengthen strategic and defense ties between the two nations, comes at a time of escalating regional tensions and complex global alignments. India and Israel share robust cooperation in Read More…
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has lauded the achievement of 30 lakh households installing rooftop solar systems under the PM Surya Ghar: Muft Bijli Yojana, calling it a major step in India’s clean energy journey. Describing the milestone as “commendable,” the Prime Minister highlighted how the scheme is empowering families to reduce electricity bills while contributing Read More…
Kochi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi will return to Kerala in the first week of March, setting the stage for an intense political battle ahead of the upcoming Assembly elections. Modi is scheduled to arrive in Kochi on March 6, where he will officially inaugurate the BJP-led NDA’s election campaign in the state. In a key Read More…