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The PWD sub-engineer examination in Bilaspur, Chhattisgarh, has been marred by a significant cheating scandal, with a student using a spy camera and earphone to receive answers from an accomplice in an auto-rickshaw. This incident has exposed the vulnerabilities in the examination system. The incident took place at Ramdulare Government Swami Atmanand School in Sarkanda, Bilaspur, during the sub-engineer recruitment exam on Sunday. The candidate, Annu Surya, concealed a spy camera in her inner garment and used an earpiece to receive answers. Her friend, Anuradha, stationed outside in an auto-rickshaw, used a walkie-talkie and a tablet to communicate with the…

The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued weather alerts due to the active monsoon. Dynamic weather patterns are being observed across Northeast, Northwest, Central, and West India. Extremely heavy rainfall is expected in Madhya Pradesh, Rajasthan, and North Gujarat over the next three days. The IMD is warning of potentially extreme weather conditions in the near future. Several parts of the country are experiencing significant flooding, resulting in the issuance of red and orange alerts. Areas like Delhi are included in these alerts. Jammu & Kashmir, Ladakh, Uttarakhand, Punjab, Haryana, and Chandigarh are forecast to receive continuous rainfall throughout the…

Group Captain Shubhanshu Shukla, the first Indian astronaut on the ISS, is returning to Earth after the Axiom-4 mission. Undocking from the ISS is scheduled for Monday, with a splashdown in the Pacific Ocean on Tuesday. Shukla, while on the ISS, quoted Rakesh Sharma and said, ‘Aaj Ka Bharat Saare Jahaan Se Acha Dikhta Hai,’ (Today’s India is still more splendid than the entire world), praising India’s ambition, fearlessness, confidence, and pride. The Ax-4 mission involved collaborations between ISRO, NASA, Axiom Space, and SpaceX. The Dragon spacecraft, carrying over 580 pounds of cargo, will return to Earth. The mission showcased…

Important information for rail passengers: Two express trains that were scheduled to pass through Raipur have been canceled. This decision is due to the upgrading of the up and down lines between Gamharia Junction and Adityapur section in the Chakradharpur division of the South East Railway. The track work will commence on July 15th and is scheduled to conclude on October 4th, necessitating a block on the railway line. Train Cancellations: * Tata-Bilaspur-Tata Express: Cancellation dates include July 15, 19, 22, 26, and 29, and August 2. * Tata-Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose-Tata Express: Will not operate on August 9, 12,…

Nuh district in Haryana is witnessing a lockdown-like scenario today, with strict security protocols implemented for the Brij Mandal Jalabhishek Yatra. Schools will remain closed. Authorities have banned the carrying of weapons, excluding the Sikh kirpan. Furthermore, the use of DJs and loudspeakers broadcasting potentially inflammatory content is prohibited. This is due to concerns of maintaining peace during the procession. The Haryana government has increased the police presence, and a holiday has been announced for all schools. The stringent measures are a response to the violence that occurred in Nuh during the Brij Mandal Yatra in July 2023.

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar met with SCO Secretary General Nurlan Yermekbayev in Beijing to discuss the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation’s role and how to modernize its workings. Jaishankar, in a post online, highlighted the importance of the SCO. This meeting is part of Jaishankar’s visit to China, his first in five years. He will attend the SCO Council of Foreign Ministers’ Meeting in Tianjin and engage in bilateral discussions. The SCO, which includes India, China, and other nations, will hold its 25th Heads of State Council meeting in Tianjin later this year. India held the SCO Presidency in 2023. The…

A small aircraft crashed shortly after taking off from London Southend Airport on Sunday. Emergency services responded immediately to the incident. The plane, estimated to be 12 meters long, crashed within the airport grounds. The airport authority confirmed the temporary closure of the airport through a statement on X, leading to flight cancellations. Witnesses reported that the pilots waved to children moments before the aircraft crashed and burst into flames. Authorities have initiated investigations to ascertain the cause of the crash. Several international flights have been affected. Pictures and videos from the crash site depict a large fireball and heavy…

Director General of Police (DGP) Nalin Prabhat made history with his visit to Lolab Valley, near the Line of Control (LOC), marking the first time a JK police chief has toured the area, which has been affected by terrorism. The visit involved an operational assessment of anti-terrorist activities and an evaluation of the forces’ readiness. DGP Prabhat interacted with JK Police’s SOG and CRPF personnel at the SOG Camp in Lolab, acknowledging their efforts in the difficult terrain. The DGP called for persistent counter-insurgency efforts, targeting Pakistani terrorists seeking to infiltrate and destabilize the Kashmir Valley. The visit aimed to…

Reports indicate that Iran’s President Masoud Pezeshkian sustained minor leg injuries during an alleged Israeli air strike. The attack targeted a meeting of the Supreme National Security Council in Tehran on June 15. A senior Iranian official confirmed the incident, revealing that the attack was aimed at the heads of the Iranian government’s three branches, with the goal of removing them from power. The entrances and exits of the building were reportedly struck by six missiles to block escape routes. Despite the damage, officials, including the president, were able to escape through a pre-designated emergency exit. Iranian authorities are now…

The sacred month of Sawan commenced with a huge congregation of devotees at the Bhuteshwarnath Dham, centered around the self-manifested Shivalinga. The day began with an outpouring of faith as pilgrims and families, traveled from distant places to perform Jalabhishek and prayers. The local priests say that the Shivalinga is a ‘Swayambhu’, which means it emerged naturally. Its size is growing every year, and it has now reached a height of about 80 feet and a circumference of 210 feet, which is a symbol of the unwavering devotion of the devotees. Amidst the showers, the atmosphere was charged with chants…