India

17 Jul

India Tightens Maritime Safety Measures as Gulf Crisis Deepens; Shipping Firms Told to Suspend Crew Deployment

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsIndia, TrendingIndia

New Delhi (Rajeev Sharma): India has stepped up efforts to protect its merchant navy personnel amid the deteriorating security situation in the Gulf, issuing fresh operational guidelines for ships navigating one of the world's most sensitive maritime corridors. The Directorate General of Maritime Administration (DGMA) has directed vessels operating in the Persian Gulf, the Strait of Hormuz and surrounding waters to adopt enhanced security protocols as regional tensions continue to rise. Under the latest advisory, ship masters have been instructed to maintain constant surveillance, monitor all official navigational and security advisories, and ensure that every safety measure prescribed under the…

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17 Jul

Monsoon Intensifies Over Himachal as IMD Forecasts Widespread Rain; Authorities Issue Landslide Advisory

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsIndia, TrendingHimachal

Shimla (Rajeev Sharma): The southwest monsoon has regained momentum across Himachal Pradesh, with the India Meteorological Department (IMD) forecasting persistent rainfall over the coming days and cautioning residents about possible weather-related hazards. Several districts have been placed under a Yellow Alert as the state prepares for another spell of heavy showers. According to the IMD, light to moderate rainfall is expected across most parts of the hill state on July 17 and 18, while the intensity is likely to increase between July 19 and July 21, when isolated locations may witness heavy downpours. Among the districts under weather watch are…

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17 Jul

NEET-UG 2026 Results Out: Punjab, Haryana Lead Merit List; Women Outperform Men in Qualifying Rate

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsHaryana, India, Punjab, TrendingNEET-UG 2026

New Delhi (Gurpreet Singh/Balwinder Singh): The National Testing Agency (NTA) has released the results of NEET (UG) 2026, with candidates from Punjab and Haryana claiming the highest scores in one of India's largest entrance examinations for medical education. The examination witnessed nearly 20 lakh aspirants, of whom over 11.2 lakh have qualified for undergraduate medical and allied courses. Sharing the top position nationwide are Aryan Gupta from Punjab and Panshul Bansal from Haryana, both securing 715 marks out of 720. Their performance placed the two northern states at the forefront of this year's merit list. The NTA said the country's…

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17 Jul

PM Modi to Launch Green Mobility Push, Unveil Major Infrastructure Projects Across Three Northern States

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsHaryana, India, Punjab, TrendingPM Modi

Chandigarh (Gurpreet Singh/Balwinder Singh/Rajeev Sharma): Prime Minister Narendra Modi will travel to Haryana, Chandigarh and Punjab on Friday to inaugurate and lay the foundation stones of development projects collectively worth more than ₹23,000 crore, with the agenda focusing on sustainable transport, healthcare expansion, railway modernisation and improved road connectivity. The day-long visit will begin in Jind, Haryana, where the Prime Minister will formally launch India's first hydrogen-powered passenger train, a project seen as a significant step in reducing carbon emissions from the railway sector. The train, developed using indigenous technology, is expected to showcase India's growing capabilities in next-generation rail…

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16 Jul

Punjab Governor and Union Minister Hand Over 1,044 Job Letters to Skilled Youth at Ludhiana Convocation

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsIndiaPunjab convocation, Skill Development, Sun Foundation, youth employment

Ludhiana (Gurpreet Singh): A grand Convocation Ceremony of the Multi Skill Development Centres (MSDCs) being run by Sun Foundation was organised today at the World Skill Campus of Excellence, Government ITI Campus, Gill Road, Ludhiana, on the occasion of World Youth Skills Day. The event witnessed the conferring of certificates and distribution of appointment letters to 1,044 youth trained at Sun Foundation's skill centres across Punjab. The function was graced by Hon'ble Governor of Punjab Shri Gulab Chand Kataria as the Chief Guest, while Hon'ble Union Minister of State (Independent Charge) for Skill Development and Entrepreneurship Shri Jayant Chaudhary presided…

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16 Jul

Arvind Kejriwal Demands Sonam Wangchuk Replace Dharmendra Pradhan as India’s Education Minister Amid Examination Leak Protests

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsIndiaArvind Kejriwal, education reform, Examination leaks, Sonam Wangchuk

New Delhi (Gurpreet Singh): Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) National Convenor Arvind Kejriwal on Thursday backed scientist and educationist Sonam Wangchuk's hunger strike at Jantar Mantar and demanded that he be appointed India's Education Minister in place of Dharmendra Pradhan. Extending support to Sonam Wangchuk's campaign for transparency in the examination system and accountability in education, the AAP Supremo argued that India's rotten education system can only be repaired through revolutionary leadership and revolutionary reforms. The AAP Chief asserted the Prime Minister would never appoint Sonam Wangchuk because he fears the revolutionary changes he could bring to education. Several senior AAP…

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16 Jul

Centre revises fuel export duties as global crude prices climb amid West Asia tensions

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsBusiness, India, TrendingDiesel, Petrol

New Delhi (Rajeev Sharma): Amid a fresh spike in global crude oil prices triggered by escalating tensions in West Asia, the Central Government has announced a revision in windfall taxes on petroleum exports. While export duties on diesel and aviation turbine fuel (ATF) have been increased significantly, the levy on petrol exports has been reduced. The revised rates will take effect from July 16. As per the latest notification, the export duty on diesel has been raised by ₹7 per litre, taking it from ₹8.5 per litre to ₹15.5 per litre. A similar increase has been made for aviation turbine…

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16 Jul

‘Don’t Ask Me to End My Fast, Walk With Me Instead’: Sonam Wangchuk Calls for Peaceful Parliament March

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsIndia, Politics, Trending

New Delhi (Rajeev Sharma): Environmental activist and education reformer Sonam Wangchuk has intensified his ongoing protest by urging citizens from across the country to participate in a peaceful march to Parliament on July 20, saying public participation is more important than appeals for him to end his hunger strike. In a post on X, Wangchuk responded to growing concern over his health, stating that while he was feeling physically weak, his resolve remained firm. "I'm not in good shape but not so bad either," he wrote, asking supporters to stand with the movement rather than persuade him to call off…

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16 Jul

Himachal Braces for Wet Spell as Weather System Returns; IMD Warns of Heavy Showers from July 18

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsIndia, TrendingHimachal

Shimla (Rajeev Sharma): After enjoying nearly a week of largely dry weather, Himachal Pradesh is preparing for another active phase of the monsoon, with the India Meteorological Department (IMD) forecasting widespread rainfall from July 18 onward. Officials have cautioned that the fresh spell could bring intense showers, increasing the possibility of flash floods, landslides and overflowing seasonal streams in vulnerable regions. According to meteorologists, a new Western Disturbance is expected to influence the state from Thursday afternoon, gradually strengthening rainfall activity over the following days. While the weather is likely to remain mostly clear until then, cloud cover is expected…

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15 Jul

Rising Temperatures Replace Rain in Himachal, Weather Shift Expected Later This Week

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsIndia, TrendingHimachal

Shimla (Rajeev Sharma): A temporary pause in monsoon activity has brought warmer and more humid conditions back to Himachal Pradesh, with daytime temperatures climbing noticeably across several districts. While residents continue to experience clear skies, the India Meteorological Department (IMD) has predicted that rainfall will return towards the end of the week. Meteorological officials said the state is currently witnessing a weak phase of the southwest monsoon, resulting in limited rainfall over the past few days. As a result, temperatures have risen steadily, particularly in the lower hills and plains. Una recorded the highest maximum temperature at 36.2 degrees Celsius,…

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