The BJP has officially launched its Bihar election campaign, appointing Union Minister Dharmendra Pradhan as poll in-charge. With a history of successful election management in Bihar, Pradhan will be assisted by C R Patil and Keshav Prasad Maurya. His prior experience includes playing a key role in past NDA victories and bringing Nitish Kumar back…
The long-standing notion that a four-year college degree is the only path to success is being challenged. Rising costs, student debt, and workforce demands are prompting students and families to explore alternative postsecondary pathways. From apprenticeships and vocational programs to innovative degrees and gap-year experiences, these options combine practical skills, intellectual growth, and clear career…
The ‘Kantara: Chapter 1’ trailer received praise from Vivek Oberoi. He shared his thoughts on X, formerly Twitter. Oberoi recalled meeting Rishab Shetty in Abu Dhabi. They discussed the film’s complexities during the shoot. Oberoi lauded the team at Hombalefilms. The film is a prequel exploring coastal Karnataka’s folklore. Rishab Shetty plays a warrior defending…
In a boost to anti-Naxal operations, ten CPI (Maoist) members, including four women, surrendered in Chaibasa, West Singhbhum district, motivated by the state’s rehabilitation policy. This event follows the killing of three extremists in Gumla district.
Farmers block highway for 2 hours over issue of paddy procurement, lift after government assured of talks
In Ramgarh’s Gola block, a sub-adult elephant and a calf were successfully rescued from a 20-feet-deep well after a 40-hour ordeal. Forest officials, aided by locals, conducted a six-hour operation to free the jumbos, which had become separated from a herd of 21 elephants amid heavy rain. The rescue brought relief to villagers who often…
During a meeting in the Oval Office, President Trump urged Turkish President Erdogan to halt Russian oil purchases, aiming to pressure Moscow to end the conflict in Ukraine. Trump expressed readiness for major sanctions on Russia if all NATO nations ceased buying Russian oil.
Cashify’s 2025 User Behaviour Survey reveals that iPhones dominate India’s refurbished smartphone market, capturing nearly 63% of sales. Consumers are increasingly drawn to premium models, with the ₹60,000+ segment growing significantly. The report also highlights a large “Drawer Economy” and a preference for repair over replacement, contingent on cost and part availability.
A recent CAG report reveals significant financial irregularities within Odisha’s higher education institutions. Utkal University misused Rs 24.18 crore under the RUSA scheme, including diverting funds for an administrative building and questionable purchases. BPUT failed to utilize procured computers, while Rama Devi Women’s University’s mismanagement led to extra expenditure, highlighting systemic issues in fund allocation…
Sameer Wankhede, the IRS officer, has filed a defamation suit against Red Chillies Entertainment, Netflix, and others over ‘The Ba***ds of Bollywood,’ alleging it contains defamatory content. He seeks damages and a permanent injunction. An old interview of Anurag Kashyap resurfaced, where he spoke about his past experiences with Wankhede, including having his bank account…
