Cabinet approves 3 per cent DA hike for Central government employees and pensioners
Oct 01, 2025The Union Cabinet on Wednesday, October 1 cleared a 3 per cent hike in Dearness Allowance (DA) for central government employees and pensioners, a move that will benefit nearly one crore individuals across the country.
Natural Gas discovery off Andaman Coast signals potential energy breakthrough for India
Sep 29, 2025Oil India Limited (OIL) has announced a landmark discovery of natural gas reserves off the coast of the Andaman Islands, marking the first confirmed hydrocarbon find in the ongoing exploration campaign in the region. The state-owned energy firm has yet to estimate the size and commercial viability of the find.
Death toll in Vijay's rally stampede climbs to 41, compensation of Rs 20 lakh announced
Sep 29, 2025The death toll from the devastating stampede at Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) leader Vijay’s campaign rally in Karur has risen to 41, with a 65-year-old woman, identified as Suguna, succumbing to her injuries while on ventilator support at a local hospital.
“Gathering evidence, checking CCTV”: Haryana police investigate theft at Mary Kom’s Faridabad home
Sep 28, 2025Haryana police are probing a theft at Mary Kom's Faridabad home and reviewing CCTV footage to catch the culprits. The investigation is ongoing with no details on stolen items or suspects disclosed yet
Supreme Court rejects plea to ban Salman Rushdie's 'The Satanic Verses'
Sep 26, 2025The Supreme Court has rejected the plea to ban Salman Rushdie's 'The Satanic Verses', citing freedom of expression as a fundamental right. The decision balances free speech with public order and religious harmony concerns
India to add over 10,000 medical seats in major expansion of UG and PG education
Sep 24, 2025The Union Cabinet, chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, has approved Phase-III of the Centrally Sponsored Scheme (CSS) to strengthen and upgrade existing government medical colleges, standalone postgraduate institutes, and hospitals.
Torrential rains lash Kolkata, 9 dead, metro services disrupted
Sep 23, 2025Kolkata and its adjoining areas were battered by heavy overnight rains on Tuesday, September 23 triggering severe flooding and claiming at least nine lives across the city. The fatalities were reported from separate incidents in Beniapukur, Kalikapur, Netaji Nagar, Gariahat, and Iqbalpur, according to media reports.
GST 2.0 launched: PM Modi unveils ‘Bachat Utsav’ to boost savings and economic growth
Sep 21, 2025On the eve of Navratri, Prime Minister Narendra Modi addressed the nation to announce the launch of GST 2.0, a major overhaul of India’s Goods and Services Tax regime. The Prime Minister described the initiative as the start of a “Bachat Utsav” – a festival of savings – aimed at easing the financial burden on households while enhancing India’s appeal to investors and entrepreneurs.
Congress MP Gaurav Gogoi slams US H-1B visa fee hike, criticises PM Modi’s silence
Sep 20, 2025Congress MP Gaurav Gogoi on Friday expressed strong concern over the United States’ recent decision to impose a USD 100,000 annual fee on H-1B visa applications, describing the move as a “draconian measure” that harms both Indian professionals and American innovation.
Nationwide celebrations as leaders extend greetings to PM Narendra Modi on his 75th birthday
Sep 17, 2025Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s 75th birthday was marked on Wednesday with greetings pouring in from across India and abroad, as President Droupadi Murmu, political leaders, and international figures extended their best wishes.
Three killed, two rescued as landslide hits Mandi’s Nihri, heavy rains wreak havoc in Himachal
Sep 16, 2025At least three people lost their lives and two others were rescued after debris from an adjoining cliff collapsed onto a house in the Nihri area of Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh, following heavy overnight rainfall.
Kiren Rijiju hails SC verdict upholding Waqf Amendment Act as ‘Boost for Democracy’
Sep 15, 2025Union Minister Kiren Rijiju on Monday, September 15 welcomed the Supreme Court’s order upholding provisions of the Waqf Amendment Act, describing the verdict as a “positive sign for democracy” and a reaffirmation of Parliament’s authority.
IT department denies rumours of ITR filing date extension, confirms September 15 deadline
Sep 15, 2025The Income Tax Department on Sunday clarified that the deadline for filing Income Tax Returns (ITRs) remains September 15, 2025, dismissing viral social media claims about an extension till September 30.
‘We will indirectly fund terror’: Pahalagam victim’s daughter urges boycott of India-Pakistan match
Sep 14, 2025The high-profile fixture will be the first meeting between the two sides since border tensions escalated in May, when India carried out strikes on terror infrastructure across the border following the Pahalgam killings.
BHU alumna Sushila Karki becomes Nepal's first woman Prime Minister
Sep 12, 2025Former Chief Justice Sushila Karki has been selected to head Nepal's transitional government, making her the country's first female Prime Minister after Gen Z protesters successfully ousted Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli's administration.
CP Radhakrishnan sworn in as India’s 15th Vice President; PM Modi, Jagdeep Dhankhar present
Sep 12, 2025Chandrapuram Ponnusamy Radhakrishnan was sworn in as the 15th Vice-President of India at a formal ceremony held at Rashtrapati Bhavan on Friday, September 12 morning. President Droupadi Murmu administered the oath of office to Radhakrishnan at 10:10 am in English.
CP Radhakrishnan to take oath as India’s 15th Vice President at Rashtrapati Bhawan today
Sep 12, 2025The nation’s capital is poised for a historic moment today as Vice President-elect Chandrapuram Ponnusamy Radhakrishnan will be sworn in as India’s 15th Vice President at Rashtrapati Bhawan. President Droupadi Murmu will administer the oath of office in a ceremony scheduled for this morning, September 12.
Health Ministry withdraws directive restricting physiotherapists from using ‘Dr.’ prefix, cites further review needed
Sep 11, 2025The Union Health Ministry’s Directorate General of Health Services (DGHS) has rolled back its directive barring physiotherapists from using the “Dr.” prefix, just a day after issuing the controversial order.
Health Ministry orders removal of ‘Dr’ prefix for physiotherapists to avoid misleading patients
Sep 11, 2025The Directorate General of Health Services (DGHS) has directed the removal of the “Dr” prefix for physiotherapists in the newly issued physiotherapy curriculum, stating that its usage could mislead patients and cause confusion about their role in healthcare.
RJD leader shot dead in Patna ahead of Bihar Assembly elections, property dispute suspected
Sep 11, 2025Tension gripped Patna’s Munnachak locality late Wednesday, September 10 night after Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD) leader Rajkumar Rai, was gunned down by unidentified assailants.
Sonam Wangchuk, Leh apex body begin 35-day fast over Ladakh’s statehood demand
Sep 10, 2025Sonam Wangchuk and Leh leaders start a 35-day fast demanding statehood for Ladakh. The protest seeks to highlight the region's call for political recognition and development
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