Month: June 2024

The Canadian Parliament observed a moment of silence on Tuesday to honor Hardeep Singh Nijjar whose killing outside a Gurudwara last June sparked diplomatic tensions with India. The fallout from Nijjar’s killing was exacerbated by Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau’s controversial allegations against the Indian government. India has denied receiving specific information from Canadian authorities about the case but has voiced ongoing concerns about pro-Khalistani elements operating freely in Canada. In response, the Indian Consulate General in Vancouver announced a service commemorating the anniversary of the Air India Flight 182…

India was gripped by widespread alarm on Tuesday as bomb threat emails targeted 40 airports across the country, causing significant disruptions and prompting heightened security measures. The series of incidents across these airports underscores the vulnerability of aviation infrastructure to cyber threats and hoaxes, necessitating robust security frameworks and swift response protocols. Authorities across India continue to investigate the origin of these malicious emails to prevent future occurrences and ensure the safety and efficiency of air travel. Cybercrime units are actively investigating to trace the source of the threat, emphasizing…

In a devastating turn of events, this year’s Hajj pilgrimage in Mecca has seen an alarming death toll due to unprecedented heatwaves, claiming the lives of more than 550 pilgrims. The toll includes 323 Egyptians and 60 Jordanians, with many others from various countries also affected. The pilgrimage, one of the fundamental pillars of Islam, draws millions from around the globe each year to perform rituals that date back centuries. Egyptian authorities are worried about their citizens, especially those who were unregistered pilgrims lacking essential services and facilities, a concern…

Despite facing extreme heat wave conditions since mid-May, the Northern Region of India successfully met its highest ever peak power demand of 89 GW on June 17, 2024. This remarkable achievement underscores the resilience and efficiency of the region’s power management systems, which have been under significant stress due to soaring temperatures. The unprecedented demand was managed by importing 25 to 30% of the Northern Region’s power needs from neighboring regions. Utilities have been advised to stay on high alert and minimize forced outages of equipment to maintain continuous power…

New Delhi, June 2024 – In a significant legislative update, “The Post Office Act, 2023” has officially come into force, marking a transformative step in the modernization of India’s postal services. The Act, which received the assent of the Hon’ble President of India on December 24, 2023, was published in the Gazette of India on the same day. It replaces the century-old Indian Post Office Act, 1898, with immediate effect from June 18, 2024, as notified by Notification no. S.O. 2352€ dated June 17, 2024. Introduced in the Rajya Sabha…