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31 May

Ghaziabad teen killing: Accused shot dead in police encounter after dramatic chase

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsIndia

Rajeev Sharma :- The main accused in the murder of 17-year-old Surya Chauhan was killed in a police encounter in Ghaziabad late Saturday night, marking a significant development in a case that had triggered widespread public anger. Police identified the accused as Asad, who was allegedly involved in Surya Chauhan’s murder on Bakrid. Acting on specific intelligence, officers received information that Asad was planning to travel to Khora to collect money from a friend before escaping the city. A police team subsequently set up surveillance and laid a trap along the suspected route. According to officials, Asad arrived at the…

30 May

Centre Waives Customs Duty on Cotton Imports to Boost Textile Sector

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsIndiaCotton import, Customs duty, Economy, Textile industry

New Delhi (Gurpreet Singh): In a major relief for India’s textile and apparel sector, the Central Government has announced a temporary exemption from all customs duties on cotton imports from June 1, 2026, to October 30, 2026. The move aims to improve cotton availability in the domestic market, reduce raw material costs, and support textile manufacturers currently navigating rising cotton and yarn prices. According to the official gazette notification, the government exercised its power under Section 25(1) of the Customs Act, 1962, and Section 124 of the Finance Act, 2021, to exempt cotton falling under Customs Tariff Heading 5201 from…

30 May

Vinesh Phogat’s Comeback Bid Ends in Semifinal Heartbreak Amid Selection Trials Drama

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsIndiaAsian Games trials, Vinesh Phogat, WFI, Women's wrestling

New Delhi (Gurpreet Singh): Vinesh Phogat’s highly anticipated return to competitive wrestling ended in heartbreak on Saturday following a hard-fought 4-6 loss against Asian Championship silver medallist Meenakshi Goyat in the 53-kg semifinals of the Asian Games selection trials. The defeat leaves the seasoned wrestler just short of re-entering the national squad following the emotional trauma of her disqualification at the 2024 Paris Olympics. Stepping onto the competitive mat for the first time since Paris, Phogat's campaign was marked by high drama even before the bouts commenced. During the official morning weigh-in, sports officials initially informed her that she could…

30 May

Tiffany Trump Arrives in India on Private Visit, Taj Mahal Tour Planned

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsIndia, World NewsIndia, Tiffany Trump

Rajeev Sharma :- Tiffany Trump, daughter of US President Donald Trump, is set to arrive in India on a private visit today, with authorities making elaborate security arrangements for her stay and travel. According to sources, she will first arrive in Delhi before proceeding to Agra aboard a chartered aircraft. Officials said Tiffany is expected to land at Agra's Kheria Airport on Saturday morning. From there, she will be escorted under tight security to her hotel. Although the visit is being described as a private one, special arrangements have been put in place in view of her association with the…

29 May

Former Haryana Chief Secretary Dhanendra Kumar Garg dies after fire at Delhi home; AC blast suspected

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Balwinder Singh :- Former Haryana Chief Secretary and ex-World Bank executive director Dhanendra Kumar Garg died after a fire broke out at his residence in Delhi’s Hauz Khas area late Thursday night, the police said. Garg, 80, was rushed to the AIIMS Trauma Centre along with his son after the blaze erupted at the house. While Garg succumbed during treatment, his son sustained injuries and is currently undergoing medical care. According to police officials, a PCR call regarding the incident was received at Hauz Khas police station around 11.18 pm. Police personnel and fire department teams immediately reached the spot,…

29 May

RBI Considers Introducing Plastic Currency Notes in India

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsEntertainment, India, TrendingPlastic Notes, RBI

Rajeev Sharma :- The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) is actively considering the introduction of polymer-based plastic currency notes in the country as part of efforts to modernise the cash management system and reduce the rising cost of printing paper notes. The proposal was recently discussed during high-level board meetings held in Patna and Mumbai, with officials examining the long-term advantages of switching to more durable currency material. According to sources, the central bank may soon begin a pilot project to test plastic notes for public circulation. The move comes at a time when demand for physical cash continues to…

29 May

Six workers killed after under-construction bridge collapses in Uttar Pradesh’s Hamirpur

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsIndiaBridge Collapsed, UP

Gurpreet Singh :- A tragic accident claimed the lives of six labourers after a portion of an under-construction bridge over the Betwa river collapsed in Uttar Pradesh’s Hamirpur district in the early hours of Friday. The incident reportedly took place around 3 am when the workers were resting beneath the structure after completing their shift. According to local residents, strong winds and stormy weather suddenly swept through the area during the night, following which a major section of the bridge came crashing down. The labourers, who were asleep at the time, were buried under the debris before they could react…

29 May

Chandigarh opens doors to 24×7 business operations at 179 establishments

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsIndiaChandigarh, Night Culture News

Gurpreet Singh :- Chandigarh has taken a major step towards becoming a more accessible and service-oriented city, with the Administration granting permission to 179 commercial establishments to remain open 24 hours a day throughout the year. The move is expected to bring significant relief to residents who often struggled to find essential services late at night and had to travel to nearby areas such as Mohali for basic requirements. The decision covers a wide range of businesses, including tea stalls, restaurants, grocery stores, petrol pumps, spa centres and pet shops. Officials believe the initiative will improve convenience for residents, especially…

29 May

Global ChatGPT Outage Leaves Users Frustrated as AI Tool Faces Technical Glitch

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsIndia, Technology, TrendingChatGPT

New Delhi (Rajeev Sharma): Users of ChatGPT across multiple countries faced unexpected service interruptions on Friday after the AI platform began experiencing technical problems, preventing many from accessing responses or continuing conversations. The issue quickly gained attention online as thousands of users reported failed prompts, delayed replies, and sudden error messages while using the chatbot. Complaints surged throughout the day, especially from people relying on the service for office work, studies, research, and content creation. Many users said the chatbot became unusually slow before eventually stopping altogether. Others encountered messages indicating server or network problems whenever they attempted to send…

28 May

Myanmar President U Min Aung Hlaing to Embark on Strategic Five-Day Official Visit to India

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsIndia, World Newsbilateral ties, diplomacy, India, International Relations, Myanmar, Narendra Modi

New Delhi (Gurpreet Singh): Myanmar President U Min Aung Hlaing will undertake a five-day official visit to India beginning Saturday, May 30, 2026, marking a critical diplomatic milestone aimed at reinforcing strategic, economic, and civilisational ties between the two neighbouring nations. The high-profile visit comes at the explicit invitation of Prime Minister Narendra Modi and represents President Min Aung Hlaing's first foreign trip since officially assuming the presidency in April. The state visit occurs at a crucial juncture as New Delhi actively seeks to strengthen its regional outreach under its "Neighbourhood First", "Act East", and "MAHASAGAR" policies. Originally, the Myanmar…