After England’s win in the Leeds Test against India, former cricketers Michael Vaughan and Wasim Jaffer engaged in a Twitter exchange. Vaughan’s tweet initiated the banter, with Jaffer responding to the post. The match was full of action, with India starting strong, but England’s successful chase of 345 sealed their victory. Despite India’s notable batting performances, including multiple centuries, England took the lead in the series.
A Block Education Office (BEO) accountant in Kujanga, Jagatsinghpur district, was arrested by Odisha Vigilance on Thursday for allegedly taking a bribe. Suryakanta Swain was apprehended in his office after accepting Rs 5,000 from a teacher. The bribe was related to the processing of a house building advance of Rs 1,50,000 that had been sanctioned for the teacher. Despite the approval, Swain had delayed the bill’s preparation, demanding the bribe for its release. The teacher, left with no recourse, informed the Vigilance authorities. The subsequent operation resulted in the accountant’s capture and recovery of the bribe money. Authorities are also…
A man in Sahibganj, Jharkhand, is dealing with the repercussions of a late-night encounter. He was caught with a married woman, who is the mother of four children. The situation escalated when villagers discovered them. Initially, they were restrained with ropes. The man was reportedly beaten unconscious, and the village council decided on a 300,000-rupee fine. Police were called and intervened. The event happened in Basko village, under the jurisdiction of the Boriyo police station. The woman, around 30 years old and part of the tribal community, was found with the man late on Monday night. The man, identified as…
Amidst the controversy surrounding the film ‘Sardaar Ji 3,’ featuring Diljit Dosanjh and Hania Amir, a Pakistani TV host has openly challenged India. Praising the film’s trailer, the host boldly stated, “Kar lo jo karna hai,” indicating defiance regarding the film’s release. The host specifically mentioned Hania Amir’s extensive role in the film. The host highlighted the initial uncertainty surrounding the movie’s release after recent India-Pakistan tensions and the divided reactions to the released trailer. Furthermore, the host drew attention to the ‘Boycott Diljit’ movement in India and expressed a desire for the film’s release in Pakistan as well. The…
India’s commitment to sustainable mobility is underscored by its need to reduce reliance on imported crude oil. Given that 87% of the nation’s crude oil supply is imported, the government is prioritizing a shift towards alternative fuels. Nitin Gadkari, the Minister for Road Transport and Highways, highlighted these efforts during a recent MOU exchange between Toyota Kirloskar Motor and Ohmium International. He emphasized the importance of a multi-faceted strategy encompassing ethanol-blended fuels, biodiesel, compressed biogas, and green hydrogen. The government is making significant strides in all these areas. This includes large-scale hydrogen truck trials on key freight routes, with an…
A jewellery shop in the Harichandanpur bazaar of Keonjhar, Odisha, was robbed on Wednesday by a group of armed individuals. The criminals, armed with guns and machetes, created a scene of terror by firing shots into the air. They then proceeded to steal gold ornaments and cash, fleeing the scene quickly. Police were notified and promptly took action, securing all exit points and launching a manhunt. The investigation suggests the robbers may have escaped towards a nearby forest, and a search is currently underway to find and arrest them.
India has declined to endorse the joint declaration at the SCO Defence Ministers’ Meeting. The rejection is due to India’s dissatisfaction with the declaration’s content, specifically the omission of the Pahalgam terrorist attack and the inclusion of a reference to Balochistan. The document’s silence on the Pahalgam attack, coupled with the mention of Balochistan, was interpreted as a subtle criticism of India. Defence Minister Rajnath Singh represented India at the SCO meeting in Qingdao, China, on June 26. Singh used the platform to strongly condemn terrorism, referring to the Pahalgam attack and India’s response via ‘Operation Sindoor.’ He criticized countries…
The Mahindra XUV700 is undergoing a facelift, and spy shots are providing a glimpse of the changes. The test mules, spotted under camouflage, hint at a refreshed design. The front end features new headlights with LED inserts, replacing the previous design. A bolder grille is also visible. The interior could see significant updates, with a potential triple-screen setup similar to the XEV 9e. Additional features like a digital key and self-parking assistance are also anticipated. The powertrain is expected to remain unchanged, with the current petrol and diesel engine options likely to be retained.
A tractor driver in Bhagalpur, Bihar, has died after being attacked by a macaque. The incident occurred in Athania village, where the macaque has been aggressive since the death of its infant in a vehicle accident. The victim, Aman Kumar Yadav, was attacked while driving his tractor. The macaque has reportedly injured over twenty people in the village, creating an atmosphere of fear.
Jharkhand marked a decade of the Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana (Urban) on Wednesday. To celebrate this, the government has introduced PM Awas Yojana (Urban) 2.0 in the state. Programs took place in all of the state’s urban bodies. Nancy Sahay, the Director of the Directorate of Urban Administration, announced the launch. She sent her best wishes to the beneficiaries and the urban bodies. According to her, the new phase is meant for the urban homeless in the state. To apply, citizens must visit pmaymis.gov.in. They should select ‘Citizen Assessment,’ followed by ‘Apply Online.’ After that, applicants must enter their Aadhaar…
