A significant arrest has been made in Bihar as the police continue their fight against crime. Nikhil Kumar, a notorious criminal from Nawada, was taken into custody, and authorities seized illegal firearms. The arrest followed a joint operation between the Bihar STF and the Nawada district police, which occurred in an urban area under the jurisdiction of the Hisua police station in Nawada district on the night of August 11th and 12th.
The Chhattisgarh Food, Civil Supplies, and Consumer Protection Department has issued an order to resume the distribution of kerosene to ration cardholders under the Public Distribution System (PDS), including those in non-scheduled areas who possess gas connections. The state has been allocated 1332 kiloliters of kerosene for the month of August, which will be distributed through fair price shops. The Food Department, located in Indravati Bhawan, has sent a letter to all district collectors and the state-level coordinator of the Oil Industry Raipur. The notification states that all Antyodaya and priority ration cards under the PDS are eligible for the…
Delhi’s efforts to comply with a Supreme Court order to relocate stray dogs face a significant challenge due to the large estimated population and lack of adequate shelters. This situation contrasts with the successful management of stray dog populations in other countries, particularly the UK, Netherlands, and Bhutan. The UK’s approach includes collecting stray dogs, checking for identification, and offering them to shelters for rehoming. Abandoning pets is illegal, with significant penalties. In municipal shelters, euthanasia is a last resort. The Netherlands is a leader in this area, achieving “stray dog-free” status by using a CNVR program. Stray dogs are…
Following a Supreme Court order prompted by concerns over rising rabies cases and dog bites, all stray dogs must be removed from the streets and placed in dog shelters within eight weeks. The court prioritizes public safety. While this decision is viewed positively by some, PETA India contends that it is neither a scientific nor a sustainable solution, emphasizing the need to address the underlying causes. As government agencies implement this mandate, the question arises: which nations have successfully managed to minimize this issue, and what strategies have they employed? 1. Bhutan: According to The Indian Express, Bhutan became the…
On August 15th, India celebrates Independence Day, commemorating the day the nation gained freedom in 1947. As the country approaches its 79th Independence Day, a surge of patriotism fills the air. This day is synonymous with songs that have inspired generations. Bollywood has contributed significantly to the patriotic genre, and these songs continue to resonate with listeners. Throughout the history of Hindi cinema, patriotic films have profoundly touched audiences. These films feature songs that have become iconic. As Independence Day nears, creating a playlist of these enduring patriotic tracks is a great way to celebrate. Below are 7 of Bollywood’s…
Get ready for the Flipkart Independence Day Sale, starting on August 13th, with the Freedom Sale preceding it from August 1st to August 8th. This sale presents an opportunity to grab discounts on smartphones, laptops, wearables, home appliances, and many more products. Flipkart has announced some of the smartphone deals that will be available during the sale, allowing customers to plan their purchases. Discover what smartphones will be available at attractive prices.
Former cricketer Sunil Gavaskar has praised Shubman Gill for his proactive approach to domestic cricket, particularly his decision to captain the North Zone team in the upcoming Duleep Trophy. Gavaskar highlighted this as a significant signal to other players, suggesting they follow Gill’s lead in prioritizing domestic cricket. He noted that Gill had the option to rest after a demanding 5-match Test series against England, where he topped the run charts with 754 runs. Instead, he chose to play in the Duleep Trophy, demonstrating his dedication. Gavaskar highlighted the importance of the Indian board’s focus on domestic cricket, especially given…
Isabel Fan also mentioned that Tesla will soon include new markets like Bangalore. The company aims to set realistic goals. Alongside expanding its charging network, Tesla will soon introduce mobile service, remote diagnostics, a dedicated service center, and Tesla-approved collision centers in India. Customers who order now will receive the rear-wheel drive (RWD) variant in the third quarter of 2025, while the long-range RWD variant will be delivered in the fourth quarter of the same year.
Chief Minister Nitish Kumar engaged in a public discussion to highlight the success of the free electricity program in Bihar. He outlined the improvements in the power sector since 2005, including the expansion of the energy budget and extension of electricity to all villages. Kumar mentioned the fulfillment of the ‘Har Ghar Bijli’ scheme by 2018. A key announcement was the implementation of 125 free electricity units per month for every household, effective from July, impacting 1.89 crore domestic consumers. The government is also promoting solar energy, with installations on government buildings and encouraging domestic users to adopt solar power.…
Locals promptly informed the Pakhajur police about the incident. Upon arriving at the scene, the police took the girl home. She then went to the police station with her parents and filed a complaint against the young man. While the older sister was recounting the ordeal to the police, the younger sister revealed the abuse she had suffered. The younger victim stated that in April, the accused had also taken her on a bike and raped her in a secluded area. She added that she had been afraid to tell anyone, fearing for her life if she did.
