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NAMASTE Scheme Expansion Aims to Protect Marginalized Workers as Rejection Rates Raise Concerns
New Delhi, 2026 — India’s flagship welfare program for sewer and septic tank workers, the National Action Plan for the Safety and Health of…
Southern Zonal Council Meet: Tamil Nadu CM Vijay Demands Equitable Federal Treatment for Southern States
Mamallapuram, Tamil Nadu — Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M.K. Vijay has issued a sharp rebuke to the central government, demanding fair and equitable treatment…
Rajasthan Local Body Polls Set to Reshape State Politics as Congress Mobilizes Grassroots Campaign
JAIPUR — The Rajasthan state government has officially announced the schedule for local body elections, marking the beginning of a high-stakes political contest across…
Kerala’s Anti-Drug Crackdown Yields 10,000 Cases and ₹100 Crore in Seizures as Government Vows Zero Tolerance
Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala — Kerala’s sweeping anti-drug campaign, Operation Toofan, has registered over 10,000 cases and led to nearly 10,000 arrests in just 76 days,…
Maharashtra FDA Suspends Licences of Two Blinkit Facilities Over Food Safety Violations
The Maharashtra Food and Drug Administration has suspended the licences of two Blinkit-operated facilities in Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar and Mumbai after finding serious food safety…
Jharkhand BJP leaders meet Amit Shah in New Delhi
Jharkhand BJP leaders met Union Home Minister Amit Shah in New Delhi, according to party sources. The leaders expressed strong support for the ongoing…
91 Local Bodies to Compete in Pookalam Contest in Kozhikode
A total of 91 local bodies across Kerala’s Kozhikode district will take part in a grand Pookalam competition, with participants ranging from grama panchayats…
Fourth Suspect Arrested in Payyannur Gold Robbery as Kerala Police Close In on Remaining Gang Members
KANNUR, Kerala – Kerala Police have arrested a fourth suspect in the high-profile Payyannur gold robbery case, marking a significant breakthrough in an investigation…
JPSC‑JSSC Reform Manch calls off stir after Jharkhand govt scraps 22 recruitment exams
A protest group in Jharkhand has halted its two‑month‑long demonstration after the state government announced the cancellation of 22 recruitment examinations for the Jharkhand…
Unitree Shares Surge 620 Percent Following Market Debut Amid Humanoid Robot Optimism
Shares of Chinese robotics firm Unitree experienced a massive surge during its market debut, climbing as much as 620 percent as investor enthusiasm for…
South Africa's Coal Sector Sees Profit Surge Amid Iran War
South African coal producers are reporting substantial increases in profits as global energy demand shifts amid heightened geopolitical tensions in the Middle East. According…
US National Debt Exceeds $40 Trillion for First Time as Borrowing Accelerates
The United States’ gross national debt crossed the $40 trillion threshold for the first time on Tuesday, according to Treasury data released Wednesday, marking…
Ligue 1: Paul Pogba's Monaco adventure comes to an end
AS Monaco and French midfielder Paul Pogba have officially ended their professional relationship after a one‑year stint that was cut short by injury. The…
RSS-linked academics in NCERT textbook panel
The National Council of Educational Research and Training has reconstituted its textbook development team for political science textbooks covering Classes 11 and 12, according…
World Photography Day: GVMC Commissioner Inaugurates Photo Exhibition
The GVMC Commissioner inaugurated a photo exhibition on World Photography Day, marking the occasion with a formal opening ceremony that highlighted the importance of…
ACB Uncovers Irregularities in Karimnagar Civic Body Town Planning Section
The Anti-Corruption Bureau (ACB) has launched an investigation into the town planning section of the Karimnagar civic body following the discovery of significant irregularities.…
Techie Seeks Approver Status in KR Puram Triple Murder Case
BENGALURU — A software engineer employed in Bengaluru’s information-technology sector has approached the 29th Additional Chief Judicial Magistrate court in KR Puram with a…
Allahabad High Court Rules Immoral Traffic Act Does Not Prosecute Brothel Customers
ALLAHABAD, Uttar Pradesh — In a landmark interpretation of India’s anti-trafficking laws, the Allahabad High Court has ruled that customers who visit brothels for…
Johor Darul Ta’zim Nears World‑Record Unbeaten Streak in Malaysian Football
Johor Darul Ta’zim (JDT), the Malaysian Super League club owned by the Johor royal family, has pushed its unbeaten run to 109 consecutive league matches…
Argentinian Court Hears Allegations That Diego Maradona’s Medical Team Ignored Renal Warning Signs
An Argentinian court has begun hearing a second criminal trial concerning the medical treatment provided to football legend Diego Maradona before his death in…
Christian Metal Band Demands Netflix Change KPop Demon Hunters Name in Trademark Dispute
A Christian metal band known for its anti-Christian iconography and provocative lyrics has filed a lawsuit against Netflix, alleging that the streaming giant’s upcoming…
97 Murder Case Files Recalled From Uttar Pradesh Judge Who Issued 22 Death Sentences in Four Months
A district and sessions judge in Uttar Pradesh has ordered the recall of 97 pending murder case files after an internal review raised concerns…
College Closed After MSF Protest Over Union Chairman’s Suspension
A college in Kerala suspended all classes on Monday following a student-led protest that erupted after the suspension of the union chairman, a move…
ANU Vice-Chancellor Calls for Enhanced Student Support Systems
The Australian National University (ANU) has issued a formal call for the strengthening of student support systems, signaling a strategic shift toward prioritizing academic…