Rahul Gandhi urges Prime Minister Modi to cancel offshore mining tenders along the coasts of Kerala, Gujarat, and Andaman & Nicobar, citing environmental threats and impacts on livelihoods. He calls for thorough impact assessments and stakeholder consultations before any major decisions are made.
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Mumbai captain Ajinkya Rahane expressed confidence in Rohit Sharma's capabilities as he returns to the Ranji Trophy after almost a decade, highlighting his relaxed attitude and determination to perform well. Rahane also praised Yashasvi Jaiswal's consistent performance and their positive influence on Mumbai's team dynamics.
Kannada actress Ranya Rao's bail plea in a high-profile gold smuggling case has been adjourned to March 19, with the court requiring the DRI’s objections. Arrested on March 3, 2025, with Rs 12.56 crore worth of gold, Ranya is accused of bypassing airport security using her police connections. The case has implicate influential individuals and intensified political controversy.
Family members of a murder victim protested on the Akshardham-Ghaziabad road, demanding the arrest of the accused. Rohit, a 32-year-old man from Ghazipur village, was shot dead near Phool Mandi on National Highway-24. Police have detained two suspects and are actively investigating the case.
Union home minister Amit Shah announced that 82% of the 2020 Bodo accord commitments are fulfilled, with full completion expected in two years. He highlighted the transformation of Bodoland Territorial Region from insurgency to development, and the removal of AFSPA from the entire region, emphasizing economic and social progress.
The National Testing Agency (NTA) has released the NEET UG 2025 city intimation slip on April 23, ahead of the May 4 exam. Over 23 lakh candidates can now check their allotted exam city at neet.nta.nic.in. The official admit card will be available by May 1. The offline exam will run from 2 PM to 5 PM in 566 cities. Candidates must carry valid ID and follow guidelines strictly. Results are expected by June 14, 2025.
The BJP government plans to present the Waqf (Amendment) Bill in the Lok Sabha, which the INDIA bloc and other opposition parties unanimously oppose. The bill is criticized for violating constitutional provisions and targeting specific communities. Delhi Police has increased security measures to maintain order.
A Delta Airlines plane made a crash landing at Toronto Pearson International Airport, ending up upside down on a snowy runway and injuring eight people. The incident followed a winter storm and is part of a recent pattern of multiple aircraft accidents occurring in a short span of time.
Indian stock markets experienced a significant decline in February, with Sensex dropping over 4,000 points, leading to a Rs 40 lakh crore erosion in market capitalization. The Nifty 50 encountered its longest losing streak since 1996. Experts see this as a mostly technical correction, potentially leading to a future rebound.
Union health minister JP Nadda assures that the HMPV virus is not new and has been circulating since 2001. Despite rising cases in Karnataka and Gujarat, the health ministry and experts are monitoring the situation closely. Nadda emphasizes there is no reason to worry as health systems are vigilant and ready to respond to any emerging health challenges.