Over 400 vehicles & machines for road work under PMGSY set ablaze, stolen during Manipur conflict
The conflict in Churachandpur has taken a heavy toll on Manipur’s rural connectivity initiatives under PMGSY, leading to the loss or damage of 424 construction machines. However, amid these challenges, substantial advancements have been achieved, although many tasks are still pending in the hill districts as the critical March 31 deadline for Phase-III projects approaches.
Uniform row: Teachers upset with Odisha school education department for withholding salaries of 200 headmasters
Teachers in Khurda are protesting after over 200 headmasters and eight BEOs had their salaries halted by the DEO due to delayed student uniform distribution. Officials cite an eight-month delay, while educators blame the department’s vendor selection process and late vendor supplies. Teachers’ associations threaten agitation if the directive isn’t reversed, asserting headmasters are not…
‘I was disappointed’: Andy Murray speaks his heart out after Novak Djokovic’s performance during his coaching stint
Andy Murray expressed disappointment with Novak Djokovic’s results during his brief six-month coaching stint. Despite putting his all into the role, Murray felt they didn’t achieve the desired outcomes, particularly after Djokovic’s Australian Open injury. Murray, however, found the experience valuable, learning much about coaching and cherishing his post-retirement family life.
40,000 homes on Jamshedpur outskirts without tap water for third day
Jamshedpur’s Chhota Govindpur faces a third day of no tap water as private firm workers strike over pending wages since July. Over 1.5 lakh residents are now reliant on tankers. The firm cites non-payment from the state, but negotiations are reportedly fruitful, with supply expected to resume Tuesday.
EPS 1995 progress: EPFO clears 99% of applications for higher pensions; fund supports minimum pension of Rs 1,000
EPS 1995 progress: EPFO clears 99% of applications for higher pensions; fund supports minimum pension of Rs 1,000
Car sales robust in November: Maruti Suzuki hits record high; see top performers
Indian auto sales surged in November 2025, with Maruti Suzuki achieving record figures driven by strong domestic demand and exports. Hyundai and Tata Motors also reported significant year-on-year growth, boosted by GST reforms and increasing EV adoption. Toyota Kirloskar Motor continued its upward trend, showcasing the industry’s robust recovery.
Over 1,100 tested HIV positive in Apr-Oct period this year: JSAC
Jharkhand reported over 1,100 new HIV cases between April and October, with East Singhbhum and Ranchi leading the caseload. While nearly 1,100 individuals were linked to treatment, around 18,000 people currently live with HIV in the state. Efforts are underway to combat stigma and improve access to care, though challenges persist.
Internet’s CatGPT’s landline-style phone goes viral; ‘Zillennial’ founder generates $280,000 selling Bluetooth ‘landlines’ to combat screen time
A tech founder, Cat Goetze, has transformed her desire for less screen time into a thriving business, Physical Phones. Her retro-styled Bluetooth handsets, mimicking traditional landlines, have generated over $280,000 in sales since July 2025. These devices allow users to make and receive calls from smartphones, tapping into a generation’s yearning for a simpler, nostalgic…