The Supreme Court questioned the Bengal government and its SSC over a teacher recruitment ‘scam,’ highlighting flaws in the selection process. The court examined various […]
Year: 2024
Stuck with excess rice stock, govt may cut rate for ethanol makers
India’s government grapples with a massive rice surplus, exceeding four times the required stock. Despite offering a large quantity for ethanol production, there are no […]
Mumbai ferry toll hits 14, boatmen question Navy trial in busy area
A Navy speedboat collision with a ferry near Mumbai’s Gateway of India tragically claimed 14 lives, with one person still missing. The overloaded ferry was […]
Kashi scholars say ‘lost & found’ shrine is of Shiva
In Varanasi, the Shri Kashi Vidwat Parishad (SKVP) is investigating a decades-closed temple in Madanpura, believed to be the Siddheshwar Mahadev temple. Scholars are meticulously […]
Flagging farm loan waivers, cash transfers, other sops, RBI says rationalise subsidies
The Reserve Bank of India expressed concerns over states’ rising spending on subsidies like farm loan waivers and freebies, impacting funds for infrastructure and development. […]
Niti Aayog calls for policy change to house workers near workplace
NITI Aayog proposes classifying factory worker housing as a separate category to streamline taxes and boost manufacturing. This aims to address housing challenges hindering industrial […]
Home minister Amit Shah chairs J&K security review, calls for synergy
Home Minister Amit Shah convened a high-level security review in Jammu and Kashmir, emphasizing the government’s commitment to eliminating terrorism. He lauded the collaborative efforts […]
Parl scuffle: Naga MP alleges Rahul made her uncomfortable; blatant lie, says Cong
Rajya Sabha MP Phangnon Konyak accused Rahul Gandhi of misbehavior. Konyak stated Gandhi’s proximity made her uncomfortable. She lodged a complaint with Rajya Sabha Chairman […]
Rupee breaches 85/$ for 1st time on Fed’s comment of fewer rate cuts in future
The Indian rupee fell to a record low against the US dollar, crossing the 85 mark for the first time. This drop was influenced by […]