Union Parliamentary Affairs Minister Kiren Rijiju has clarified that the government has no proposal to extend the ongoing Parliament session, putting an end to speculation regarding any changes in the scheduled legislative calendar. Rijiju stated that the current session of Parliament will continue according to the existing timetable and there is no discussion within the...
The Karnataka Transport Department has launched a major enforcement drive against unauthorised bike taxi operations in Bengaluru, resulting in the seizure of more than 200 motorcycles allegedly being used for commercial passenger services without proper registration and permits. The coordinated inspection campaign was conducted simultaneously across all 11 Regional Transport Office (RTO) jurisdictions in the...
The Chhattisgarh government has approved a major artificial intelligence (AI) mission with an estimated investment of ₹500 crore, aimed at accelerating technological innovation, supporting startups and building a stronger digital economy in the state. The initiative is expected to provide financial and institutional support to more than 300 startups while encouraging the development of AI-based...
Three workers lost their lives and two others were critically injured after a toxic gas leak occurred at a private pharmaceutical manufacturing unit in Karnataka’s Yadgir district during the early hours of Wednesday. The incident took place at the Kadechur Badiyal Industrial Area, which falls under the jurisdiction of Saidapur police station in Gurmitkal Assembly...
The Tamil Nadu government has unveiled an ambitious budget that outlines a long-term strategy to transform the state into a $1.5 trillion economy by 2036, placing strong emphasis on artificial intelligence (AI), education, infrastructure, digital governance, and sustainable economic growth. The budget presents a forward-looking development plan aimed at strengthening the state’s economic foundations while...
The Bahujan Samaj Party (BSP) suffered a significant political setback after its only Member of the Legislative Assembly (MLA) in Uttar Pradesh, Uma Shankar Singh, passed away at the age of 55 following a prolonged illness. His death marks the end of the party’s legislative presence in the Uttar Pradesh Assembly and comes at a...
In a significant move aimed at protecting consumer interests, government authorities have taken action against nine major digital platforms for allegedly engaging in unfair pricing practices and using misleading online design techniques commonly referred to as “dark patterns.” The action comes after investigations found that several platforms were adding extra charges or influencing customers into...
Education reform activist and engineer Sonam Wangchuk has clarified that he does not see himself as the face or “mascot” of any protest movement, even as he expressed solidarity with students in Jharkhand who are demanding action on issues affecting their education and future. His remarks came amid growing public attention over his support for...
A horrifying case of alleged sexual assault and unlawful confinement in Maharashtra’s Nagpur has sent shockwaves across the country after investigators uncovered disturbing details of the crime. A 16-year-old Class 12 student was allegedly lured by a young man she had befriended through Instagram and online gaming before being held captive for more than 24...
A fresh political row has emerged after Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) national convenor Arvind Kejriwal claimed that his Instagram account had been restricted for users in India. The senior opposition leader alleged that the action was not accidental and accused Meta, the parent company of Instagram, of yielding to political pressure. The allegation has sparked...