Feed aggregator

District Collectors shared their road map for the all-round development of the Godavari region during the 76th Republic Day celebrations

A Class 11 student at a girls' school in Bareilly was allegedly made to stand outside her classroom for an hour after requesting a sanitary pad during her menstrual cycle. The incident sparked outrage, prompting the student's father to lodge complaints. Authorities have confirmed that an investigation is underway, and appropriate action will follow.

Jasprit Bumrah's back injury will be assessed by Dr. Rowan Schouten in New Zealand. Bumrah faces a tight deadline to be fit for the ICC Champions Trophy. The BCCI is considering backup options, with Harshit Rana and Mohammed Siraj as potential replacements. TOI understands that the Indian cricket board (BCCI) is already planning a backup since Bumrah could be cutting it very fine to get fit in time for ICC Champions Trophy next month.

Uttar Pradesh deputy chief minister Brajesh Pathak criticized Akhilesh Yadav's comments after Yadav took a holy dip at the Triveni Sangam during Maha Kumbh at Prayagraj. Yadav had highlighted the need for better arrangements for elderly pilgrims. Pathak defended the event's organization, urging focus on shared faith and unity. Amit Shah is set to visit Prayagraj soon.

Thousands of Slovaks have taken to the streets across over 20 cities to protest Prime Minister Robert Fico's pro-Russia policy. The peaceful demonstrations, calling for Slovakia to remain in the EU and NATO, have grown in response to Fico's unexpected meeting with Russian President Vladimir Putin.

IMA's Haryana unit has announced the suspension of Ayushman Bharat scheme services by 600 private hospitals from February 3 because of pending reimbursements worth Rs 400 crore. Facing financial difficulties due to delayed state government payments, hospitals are unable to sustain operations.

In Jodhpur, a 70-year-old man killed his business partner's two children, reportedly due to a 'betrayal' over their bangle factory partnership. He took the children from school, killed them at his house, and hanged their bodies. A note found at the scene indicated his intention to commit suicide. Police are searching for the accused, who is absconding.

The Indonesian President said he is proud to be in India and further wished “prosperity, peace, and greatness” for the people of India in the coming years

The ceremony, held amid heightened security by the Rashtriya Rifles, Jammu and Kashmir Police and CRPF, proceeded peacefully

Colombian President Gustavo Petro announced that his presidential plane will be used to repatriate Colombian migrants deported from the US. This decision followed US President Donald Trump's imposition of a 25% tariff on Colombian goods and strict sanctions, which compelled Petro to comply. In retaliation, Petro introduced tariffs on US imports, escalating tension between the two nations.

29,156 Self-Help Groups received loans to the tune of ₹1,828 crore, the Collector says

High Court judges, Chief Information Commissioner and Commissioners of A.P. Information Commission and other dignitaries also took part in the ‘At Home’ function

Dhruvansh Organisation for environmental conservation, L.V. Prasad Eye Institute for welfare of the disabled, Aditya Mehta Foundation for games and sports, and Sanskriti Foundation for promotion of culture were also awarded

The PSLV-C60 mission laid the foundations for Chandrayaan-4 and the Bharatiya Antariksh Station. Forthcoming test flights will move India closer to human spaceflight, soon to receive a helping hand from a third launch pad approved for construction at Sriharikota, continuing work on the NGLV, and a change of guard at ISRO

The government is considering raising the standard deduction and adjusting income tax slabs in the upcoming Budget to alleviate middle-class burden. Concessions for health insurance and pension, and benefits for home loans are being discussed. However, officials prefer maintaining the new tax regime without additional exemptions to avoid complexities resembling the old system.

A district police officer has stated that they have established contact with their counterparts in Samastipur to coordinate the investigation

In Uttarakhand, former MLA Kunwar Pranav Singh Champion and independent MLA Umesh Kumar clashed with loaded weapons, leading to a violent confrontation. A video shows Champion firing shots and storming Kumar’s office. The incident heightened tension, resulting in Champion's arrest. Their rivalry dates back to 2022 elections, involving verbal exchanges and direct confrontations.

Three distinguished persons from the State — Begum Batool, Baijnath Maharaj, and Sheen Kaaf Nizam — have been conferred with the Padma Shri award this year in recognition of their contributions to art, spirituality, and literature