In a major relief for commuters, the Union Ministry of Road Transport and Highways has approved a new policy to cut toll rates by 50% on national highways where more than 50% of the stretch comprises elevated structures, such as flyovers, underpasses, bridges, and tunnels. š£ļø Key Policy Highlights This move is expected to benefit…
In a major crackdown on trade-based national security threats, the Directorate of Revenue Intelligence (DRI) has seized 1,115 metric tonnes of Pakistan-origin goods falsely declared as UAE imports under āOperation Deep Manifestā, exposing a sophisticated smuggling network that violated Indiaās trade embargo on Pakistan. š¢ Massive Seizure at Nhava Sheva Port The DRI intercepted 39…
The Uttar Pradesh government has launched a sweeping set of initiatives to strengthen its Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSME) ecosystem, positioning the sector as a key driver in its ambitious journey toward becoming a $1 trillion economy. The announcement came on International MSME Day, marked by a grand state-level event in Lucknow, where Chief…
In a landmark military reform, India has formally empowered the Chief of Defence Staff (CDS) to issue joint operational orders to the Army, Navy, and Air Force, marking a decisive step toward establishing Integrated Theatre Commands (ITCs) and enhancing national security coordination. š° Unified Command: A Historic Shift The move, approved by Defence Minister Rajnath…
Karnataka Cooperation Minister K.N. Rajanna has stirred political waters by publicly acknowledging the rise of āmany power centresā within the stateās ruling Congress party, a stark contrast to the centralized leadership seen during Chief Minister Siddaramaiahās 2013ā2018 tenure. āSiddaramaiah Not the Same as Before,ā Says Rajanna Speaking to reporters on June 26, Rajanna remarked that…
The Congress party is grappling with internal dissent and public criticism following its defeat in the Ludhiana West Assembly bypoll, where AAPās Sanjeev Arora triumphed over Congress candidate Bharat Bhushan Ashu by more than 10,000 votes. The loss has triggered a political storm, with senior leaders from within the party and rivals alike alleging collusion…
Former Delhi Health Ministers Saurabh Bharadwaj and Satyendar Jain have been booked by the Anti-Corruption Branch (ACB) in connection with a massive ā¹5,590 crore hospital infrastructure scam, marking a major blow to the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP)ās clean governance narrative. FIR Filed Over Delayed, Overpriced Projects The FIR, registered after approval from the Union Home…
Union Road Transport and Highways Minister Nitin Gadkari has categorically denied reports suggesting the imposition of toll tax on two-wheelers on national highways, calling them āmisleading and baseless.ā The clarification comes amid viral claims that toll charges would be levied on bikes and scooters starting July 15, 2025. āNo Such Proposal Exists,ā Says Gadkari Taking…
A high-stakes real estate partnership has spiraled into a major financial scandal, with Mumbai-based developer Rohit Poddar accusing relatives of underworld figure Bhai Thakur of orchestrating a ā¹30 crore fraud under the guise of a township project in Vasai-Virar. FIR Filed Against Viva Group Directors The Economic Offences Wing (EOW) of the Mumbai Police has…
In a major development in the investigation into the Air India Flight AI-171 crash, the Aircraft Accident Investigation Bureau (AAIB) has successfully downloaded data from the aircraftās black boxes, the Ministry of Civil Aviation confirmed on June 26. The probe is being led by AAIB Director General GVG Yugandhar, with support from a multidisciplinary team…
