In a landmark achievement, India’s social security coverage has surged from 19% in 2015 to 64.3% in 2025, now encompassing over 94.3 crore citizens under at least one social protection scheme. The data, published by the International Labour Organization (ILO), places India second globally—just behind China—in terms of total beneficiaries. 📈 A Decade of Inclusive…
As the Siddaramaiah-led Congress government in Karnataka approaches its midway milestone—completing two and a half years in office this November—internal dissent and governance challenges have surfaced, threatening the party’s cohesion and public image. ⚠️ Infighting Erupts Over Alleged Corruption and Power Struggles The turbulence intensified after senior Congress MLA B.R. Patil alleged corruption in housing…
In a stirring call to action, Union Home Minister Amit Shah has urged India’s youth to resolve to make the country a world leader in every sphere by 2047, marking the centenary of independence. Speaking via video link at a development event for Shri Govind Guru University in Vinzol near Godhra, Shah emphasized the importance…
In a landmark move to integrate cultural heritage with technical education, the Uttar Pradesh government has officially renamed five state-run engineering colleges after revered national personalities and historical figures. The initiative, led by Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath and approved by Governor Anandiben Patel, aims to instill moral values, social awareness, and leadership ideals among engineering…
In a landmark move set to redefine the city’s skyline, the Lucknow Development Authority (LDA) has approved the construction of three high-rise residential towers in Gomti Nagar, including the city’s first-ever 42-storey building. This marks a dramatic shift from the previous height cap of 25 floors, ushering in a new era of vertical urban growth…
In a significant escalation of trade measures, India has shut all land routes for jute and allied fibre imports from Bangladesh, allowing entry only through the Nhava Sheva seaport in Maharashtra. The move, announced by the Directorate General of Foreign Trade (DGFT), is aimed at curbing “unfair trade practices” and protecting India’s domestic jute industry….
In a major crackdown on alleged corruption in rural development schemes, Gujarat Congress Vice President Heera Jotwa and his son Digvijay Jotwa have been arrested for their alleged involvement in a ₹7.3 crore scam under the Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Act (MGNREGA) in Bharuch district. 🕵️♂️ SIT Uncovers Massive Irregularities A Special Investigation…
The Trinamool Congress (TMC) has launched a scathing attack on the Election Commission of India (ECI), accusing it of attempting to implement the National Register of Citizens (NRC) “through the backdoor” via its recently announced Special Intensive Revision of Electoral Rolls in Bihar. The move, TMC leaders claim, is politically motivated and designed to manipulate…
A proposed tourism development project at Debrigarh Wildlife Sanctuary in Bargarh, Odisha, has triggered concern among conservationists and policy experts, who fear it may violate wildlife protection norms. The Odisha Tourism Development Corporation (OTDC) recently invited bids to appoint a consultant for preparing a Detailed Project Report (DPR), raising questions about the Forest Department’s role…
Amid the grandeur of the Jagannath Rath Yatra 2025, a heartwarming video from Bhubaneswar has gone viral, capturing the internet’s affection with what many are calling the “cutest Rath Yatra ever.” A group of young children recreated the iconic festival with a handmade miniature chariot of Lord Jagannath, showcasing devotion, creativity, and cultural pride. 🛕…
