Dollar slides against yen after Japan action, sharpest weekly fall since February
Dollar slides against yen after Japan action, sharpest weekly fall since February Read full news
After Rahul Gandhi’s attack, government defends Great Nicobar project
After Rahul Gandhi’s attack, government defends Great Nicobar project The government has clarified the Rs 81,000 crore Great Nicobar Project, emphasizing its strategic importance for India’s presence in the Andaman Sea and Southeast Asia. Officials stated that environmental safeguards and the protection of indigenous communities are core to the planning, with all statutory procedures and…
India continues to be on US priority watch list on IPR
India continues to be on US priority watch list on IPR India remains on the US Trade Representative’s priority watch list for intellectual property concerns, citing inconsistent progress and long-standing issues with its Patents Act. The report highlights worries over data protection for pharma and agri-chemical products, alongside high customs duties on IP-intensive goods. Weak…
PSEB announces one-time ‘mercy chance’ exam for Class 10, 12 failures; registrations underway
PSEB announces one-time ‘mercy chance’ exam for Class 10, 12 failures; registrations underway The Punjab School Education Board (PSEB) has announced a one-time “mercy chance” examination for those who were unable to clear their Class 10 or Class 12 board exams over the years. The online registration process began on April 27 and is now…
Special Supreme Court bench to hear today TMC plea on counting staff
Special Supreme Court bench to hear today TMC plea on counting staff Trinamool Congress has moved the Supreme Court, challenging a directive mandating central government employees as counting supervisors or assistants for Bengal’s assembly election vote count. The party argues this is arbitrary, discriminatory, and creates bias, especially with the BJP at the Centre. They…
‘Failure to provide support’: US to withdraw 5k troops from Germany amid widening Iran war rift
‘Failure to provide support’: US to withdraw 5k troops from Germany amid widening Iran war rift The Pentagon is withdrawing approximately 5,000 US troops from Germany, a move signaling heightened tensions with European allies over the Iran conflict. This decision follows sharp criticism from German Chancellor Friedrich Merz regarding Iran negotiations. The drawdown aims to…
West Asia conflict a ‘war’, government firms can invoke ‘force majeure’ clause
West Asia conflict a ‘war’, government firms can invoke ‘force majeure’ clause The Finance Ministry has declared the West Asia conflict a “war,” enabling government entities to invoke ‘force majeure’ for public contracts impacted by disruptions. This allows for penalty-free extensions of two to four months for affected companies, offering significant relief to sectors like…
Pawan Khera vs Himanta a political battle, says Supreme Court, gives relief to Congress neta
Pawan Khera vs Himanta a political battle, says Supreme Court, gives relief to Congress neta The Supreme Court granted anticipatory bail to Congress spokesperson Pawan Khera, deeming allegations against Assam CM’s wife and her counter-allegations politically motivated. The court emphasized personal liberty, stating custodial interrogation wasn’t warranted given the political overtones of the dispute. Read…
‘Above normal’ rainfall to ensure many parts of India aren’t hotter than usual
‘Above normal’ rainfall to ensure many parts of India aren’t hotter than usual While most of India may experience normal to below-normal temperatures this May due to increased rainfall, certain regions, including Himalayan foothills, eastern coast, and parts of Maharashtra and Gujarat, are predicted to face an above-normal number of heatwave days. Warmer nights are…
Is CBSE Class 12 result 2026 delayed this year? Past trend suggests results follow a fixed pattern
Is CBSE Class 12 result 2026 delayed this year? Past trend suggests results follow a fixed pattern Representational AI image While CBSE class 10th results were declared in the first half of April, lakhs of students are still waiting for their Class 12 scores. However, both past trends and official clarification from the Central Board…
West Bengal polls: Lockdown in strongroom areas after TMC, BJP clash
West Bengal polls: Lockdown in strongroom areas after TMC, BJP clash Kolkata police have imposed strict prohibitory orders around EVM strongrooms following Trinamool’s vote tampering claims and clashes with BJP workers. Security has been heightened with additional forces and sealed roads. The Election Commission vows to punish any disruption, emphasizing robust security at all counting…