Day: June 22, 2024

EC Sets Stage for Jammu and Kashmir Polls, Voter List by August 20

Manish Kumar

The Election Commission (EC) has begun preparing for upcoming Assembly elections in Jammu and Kashmir, Haryana, Jharkhand, and Maharashtra by starting the special summary revision (SSR) of electoral rolls. Beginning June 25, the EC will undertake preliminary activities for the special summary revision, focusing on optimizing the locations of polling stations to enhance accessibility for voters. The urgency to conduct these elections is underscored by the impending expiry dates of the assembly terms. Jammu and Kashmir has been without an elected Assembly since its dissolution in 2018. The Election Commission’s…

NEET Paper Leak Scandal: Aspirants Pay Rs 40 Lakh, Yet Scores Disappoint

Manish Kumar

NEET Paper Leak Scandal: Aspirants Pay Rs 40 Lakh, Yet Scores Disappoint The NEET exam faced controversy as four individuals paid Rs 40 lakh each for leaked question papers. Anurag Yadav’s case highlights the irony: despite receiving and memorizing the leaked NEET question paper, he scored only 185 out of 720 in the exam. The scandal has sparked nationwide outrage among students, leading to protests against the perceived irregularities in the examination process. The gravity of the situation prompted the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) to intervene, while the central…

Indian Jewellery Sector Thrives with Over Rs 1 Lakh Crore Surge in Revenue Over Five Years

Manish Kumar

The Indian jewellery retail sector has experienced a remarkable surge over the past five years, scaling from Rs 5,04,400 crores in 2019 to an impressive Rs 6,40,000 crores by 2024. A report projects a robust compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 15-16 per cent for the jewellery market, potentially reaching $145 billion by fiscal year 2028. The pivotal factors driving this expansion is the increasing preference for organised retail outlets, rising disposable incomes, a broader product appeal beyond traditional uses such as weddings, enhanced design and quality standards. The past…