Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to attend the 16th BRICS Summit in Kazan, Russia, from October 22 to 24, 2024. This summit marks a significant moment as BRICS expands to ten member nations, including new entrants like Iran and Saudi Arabia. The theme, “Strengthening Multilateralism for Just Global Development and Security,” highlights the alliance’s…
In a significant military operation, Israel has killed a key commander of Hezbollah’s Unit 4400 in Syria, responsible for managing the group’s financial resources. This action underscores Israel’s intensified campaign to disrupt Hezbollah’s funding, particularly through Iranian oil sales. The Israeli army’s spokesperson confirmed that the targeted strike occurred just hours prior, aiming to cripple…
As Delhi’s air quality index (AQI) hit a concerning 317 this morning, the Commission for Air Quality Management has activated Stage 2 of the Graded Response Action Plan (GRAP). This stage introduces restrictions on coal and firewood usage, along with enhanced dust control measures. Daily mechanical sweeping and water sprinkling will be implemented, and traffic…
Chicago-bound Air India plane diverted to Canada. Ten flights, including an Air India plane with 211 people from Delhi to Chicago, received bomb-threat messages through social media handles in the past 48 hours.The threats were issued to Air India Express flight IX765 from Jaipur to Bengaluru via Ayodhya, SpiceJet flight SG116 from Darbhanga to Mumbai,…
Crucial Elections Loom as Assembly Terms Near Completion The Election Commission of India is set to announce the election dates for the Maharashtra and Jharkhand Assemblies today at 3:30 PM. With the Maharashtra Assembly’s term ending on November 26 and Jharkhand’s on January 5, 2025, political parties are gearing up for intense campaigning. The ruling…
Tensions Rise Over Sikh Separatist’s Murder as Both Nations Expel Diplomats The diplomatic row between India and Canada has escalated following Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau’s accusations against India regarding the murder of Sikh separatist Hardeep Singh Nijjar. Trudeau labeled India’s actions as a “fundamental error,” leading to the expulsion of six Indian diplomats from…
Former Maharashtra CM Undergoes Tests Following Dussehra Rally Speech Uddhav Thackeray, the former Chief Minister of Maharashtra and leader of Shiv Sena (UBT), was admitted to Reliance Hospital in Mumbai for a pre-planned health check-up. His son, Aaditya Thackeray, confirmed that all is well, and Uddhav is ready to return to work. The check-up comes…
Escalating Tensions as Beijing Conducts Large-Scale Exercises In a show of force, China has launched extensive military drills around Taiwan, responding to President Lai Ching-te’s recent statements asserting Taiwan’s independence. The exercises, involving warships and aircraft, are intended as a stern warning against any moves towards independence. Taiwan’s Defense Ministry condemned the drills as provocations…
Panic Ensues as Three Flights Face Delays and Diversions Three international flights from Mumbai, including two IndiGo flights and one Air India flight, received bomb threats via social media platform X, causing significant disruptions. The Air India flight to New York was diverted to Delhi, while the IndiGo flights to Muscat and Jeddah faced delays…
Excitement Builds as Candidates Anticipate Results The India Post GDS 3rd Merit List is set to be released soon, with expectations pointing to a date in October 2024. Following the earlier merit lists published on August 19 and September 17, candidates who missed out are eagerly awaiting this opportunity. The selection is based on Class…
