Month: February 2025

India and EU Poised for Historic Free Trade Agreement by Year-End: PM Modi

Manish Kumar

A Defining Moment in India-EU Relations India and the European Union (EU) are on the verge of finalizing a long-awaited Free Trade Agreement (FTA), with Prime Minister Narendra Modi announcing that the deal is expected to be sealed by the end of 2025. This landmark agreement, if realized, will significantly boost trade relations between the two economic powerhouses, marking a crucial step in India’s growing global influence. After discussions with European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen and the College of Commissioners, PM Modi stated, “We have had sincere and…

Tragedy in the Himalayas: Avalanche Traps Workers Near Badrinath Dham

Manish Kumar

A Deadly Avalanche Strikes A massive avalanche hit a Border Roads Organisation (BRO) project site near Mana, India’s northernmost village, trapping more than 42 workers and triggering a frantic rescue operation on Friday. The sudden snow slide caught the laborers off guard as they worked in the high-altitude region near the revered Badrinath Dham in Uttarakhand. Authorities have confirmed that 15 people have been rescued so far, while efforts continue to save the remaining individuals despite harsh weather conditions and logistical challenges. Rescue Operations Underway The State Disaster Response Force…

AFG vs AUS, Champions Trophy: Dream11 Prediction, Top Fantasy Picks for Afghanistan vs Australia Clash

Manish Kumar

Afghanistan came extremely close to beating Australia in the ODI World Cup, only to be denied by Glenn Maxwell‘s unbelievable double century. They would be keen on knocking the world champions out this time with conditions favouring their spinners a bit. Afghanistan and Australia are set to lock horns in the 10th match of ICC Champions Trophy today at the Gaddafi Stadium in Lahore. Afghanistan are high on confidence having defeated England in their previous encounter. They will be looking to gun down the Aussies as well. Hashmatullah Shahidi and…

Bloodbath on Dalal Street: Sensex Plunges, Investors in Panic

Manish Kumar

Market Mayhem Shakes Investors Dalal Street witnessed a massive selloff on Friday (February 28) as the Sensex nosedived by nearly 1,400 points, while the Nifty slipped below 22,150, sending shockwaves through the investor community. The drastic plunge has left market participants reeling, with many scrambling to understand the reasons behind the sudden downturn and when a recovery can be expected. Massive Erosion of Market Capitalization In just the first 45 minutes of trading, around Rs 6 lakh crore was wiped off the market capitalization of listed companies on the Bombay…

CAG Report Exposes AAP’s Failures: Unused Covid Funds, Dilapidated Clinics, and Corruption Allegations

Manish Kumar

Corruption Allegations Against AAP and Kejriwal The Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) has long touted itself as a champion of governance and transparency, but the latest report by the Comptroller and Auditor-General (CAG) has painted a different picture. The report, tabled in the Assembly, has revealed significant irregularities in Delhi’s healthcare infrastructure, including underutilization of COVID-19 relief funds, an acute shortage of medical staff, and alarming gaps in patient care. These findings have intensified the corruption allegations against AAP and its leader, Arvind Kejriwal, raising questions about the mismanagement of public…

Instagram’s Content Crisis: A Wake-Up Call for Social Media Users

Manish Kumar

Instagram users were left disturbed after an unexpected influx of graphic and explicit content flooded their Reels feed on February 26. Reports from around the world described the sudden appearance of violent, sexual, and distressing videos, sparking concerns over Meta’s content moderation policies. While Meta has since apologized and claimed to have fixed the issue, the recurrence of a similar incident on the same date in 2023 has left users questioning the platform’s security measures. Users Report Disturbing Content Surge Casual scrolling turned into a nightmare for many Instagram users…

Uttam Mohanty: The End of an Era in Odia Cinema

Manish Kumar

The Odia film industry has been plunged into mourning with the passing of veteran actor Uttam Mohanty. A beloved and iconic figure in Odia cinema, Mohanty breathed his last at Medanta Hospital in New Delhi late Thursday night at the age of 66. His death marks the end of an era, leaving an indelible void in the industry and among his countless admirers. A Sudden Decline in Health Mohanty reportedly fell ill during the shooting of the Odia film Bou Butu Bhoota. Initially admitted to a private hospital in Bhubaneswar,…

International Yoga Festival 2025 to be Held in Rishikesh – Dates & Key Details Inside!

Manish Kumar

The festival is being jointly organised by the Garhwal Mandal Vikas Nigam (GMVN) and the state tourism department. The event will continue from March 1 to 7. The much-anticipated International Yoga Festival is set to take place from March 1 to 7 in Rishikesh which is set to bring together yoga enthusiasts, experts, and spiritual seekers from across the globe. The annual event is being jointly organised by the Garhwal Mandal Vikas Nigam (GMVN) and the Uttarakhand Tourism Department, officials confirmed on Thursday. Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami will inaugurate…

Maharashtra CM Office Receives Bomb Threat from Pakistani Number, Police Launch Probe

Manish Kumar

A WhatsApp message threatening an attack on the Maharashtra Chief Minister’s Office (CMO) was sent from a Pakistani number to the Worli Traffic Police Control Room. Mumbai Police have launched an investigation, enhancing security measures around key government buildings. A WhatsApp threat message warning of an attack on the Maharashtra Chief Minister’s Office (CMO) was received on Wednesday afternoon. The message was sent from a Pakistani phone number to the Worli Traffic Police Control Room, raising serious security concerns. Police register case, investigation underway Following the threat, the Mumbai Police…

Rekha Gupta to Present CAG Report on Health Services in Assembly, Mohalla Clinics Under Review

Manish Kumar

The CAG report will be based on the status of government hospitals and health services (2024) and will ‘expose’ the reality of health services in the national capital. New Delhi: After tabling the CAG report on excise policy, Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta, who also oversees the finance department, will present the Comptroller and Auditor General (CAG) report on ‘Public Health Infrastructure and Management of Health Services’ in the Delhi Assembly on Friday. A report by news agency ANI stated that the CAG report will be based on the status…