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01 Apr

Punjab Consumers Seek Inclusion of Meter Readings in Power Bill SMS for Transparency

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsIndiaPunjab News

Gurpreet Singh :- A growing demand for transparency in electricity billing has emerged in Punjab, with consumers and social voices urging authorities to include detailed meter readings in mobile bill notifications. At present, the SMS alerts sent by the power utility only mention the account number and total payable amount, leaving consumers uncertain about their actual electricity usage. Residents have pointed out that the absence of previous and current meter readings in these messages makes it difficult to verify the accuracy of bills. This lack of clarity, they say, often leads to confusion and mistrust towards the billing system. Several…

01 Apr

IT Giant Oracle lays off 30,000 employees globally; more job cuts likely

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsIndia, World NewsOracle

Rajeev Sharma :- Oracle Corporation has laid off thousands of employees worldwide, with some reports suggesting the number could be as high as 30,000, even though the company is earning strong revenue. The company has not officially confirmed the exact number of job cuts. However, the layoffs are believed to be part of a bigger strategy change, especially as Oracle focuses more on artificial intelligence and data centres. The job cuts have affected several countries, including India and Mexico. India seems to be one of the most affected, with reports saying around 12,000 employees may have lost their jobs out…

01 Apr

Tensions Escalate Along Jammu Border After Pakistan Fires at Indian Surveillance Drone

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsIndiaDrone, Firing, India, Pakistan

Rajeev Sharma :- Tensions flared along the international border in Jammu after Pakistani forces opened fire at an Indian remotely piloted aircraft (RPA) during a routine surveillance mission. The incident occurred in the Kanachak sector, where Pakistani posts reportedly fired multiple rounds at the drone operating within Indian territory. According to sources, a total of five shots were fired from across the border, targeting the unmanned aerial system. Despite the provocation, the Indian drone remained unharmed and safely returned to its base. No casualties or material damage have been reported in the incident. The firing comes amid repeated ceasefire violations…

01 Apr

Senior Advocate H.S. Phoolka Joins BJP, Marks Return to Active Politics

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsIndia, PunjabBJP, HS Phoolka

Gurpreet Singh :- Senior Advocate H.S. Phoolka formally joined the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) on Wednesday, marking his return to active politics after a prolonged gap. He was inducted at a ceremony held at the party’s headquarters in New Delhi in the presence of senior BJP leaders, including Union Minister Hardeep Singh Puri, National General Secretary Tarun Chugh and Punjab BJP chief Sunil Jakhar. Phoolka, who earned national recognition for his legal fight in cases related to the 1984 anti-Sikh riots, has long been seen as a prominent voice for justice and accountability. His entry into the BJP is being…

01 Apr

ATF Breaches Rs 2 Lakh Barrier, Commercial LPG Prices Surge Amid West Asia Crisis

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsIndia, TrendingATF, LPG

New Delhi (Gurpreet Singh): Fuel costs in India have spiked sharply as escalating tensions in West Asia continue to disrupt global energy markets, pushing aviation turbine fuel (ATF) prices to record levels and increasing the burden on key sectors. According to state-run oil companies, jet fuel prices have more than doubled, crossing the ₹2 lakh per kilolitre mark in Delhi for the first time. The latest revision represents an increase of over 114 per cent, making it the steepest surge in recent years. The previous high was recorded in 2022 during a period of global crude volatility. This marks the…

31 Mar

Ashwini Bhide becomes first woman to lead Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsIndiaAshwini Bhide, BMC Commissioner, Mumbai infrastructure, women in leadership

Mumbai (Gurpreet Singh): Senior IAS officer Ashwini Bhide has made history as the first woman to be appointed Commissioner of the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation, taking charge of India’s wealthiest civic body on Tuesday. Bhide, a seasoned 1995-batch officer, officially succeeded Bhushan Gagrani following his retirement. During a ceremony held at the BMC’s historic headquarters in South Mumbai, she acknowledged the 150-year legacy of the institution, which remains one of the oldest and most significant local self-governing bodies in the country. Upon assuming her new role, Bhide identified the enhancement of public transport safety for women as a top priority for…

31 Mar

MP Raghav Chadha advocates for national paternity leave law to promote balanced caregiving

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsIndiacaregiving law, gender equality, paternity leave, Raghav Chadha

New Delhi (Gurpreet Singh): Member of Parliament Raghav Chadha has formally called for the introduction of a mandatory paid paternity leave law in India, highlighting the urgent need for a more equitable approach to childcare. Addressing the Rajya Sabha, the Aam Aadmi Party leader argued that the traditional burden of caregiving has historically fallen disproportionately on mothers, often hindering their professional growth and personal well-being. By institutionalizing leave for fathers, Chadha suggests that the state can play a pivotal role in shifting societal norms toward shared parental responsibilities from the very beginning of a child's life. The proposal emphasizes that…

31 Mar

Aviation veteran Willie Walsh appointed as IndiGo CEO following period of operational turmoil

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsIndiaairline CEO, aviation leadership, IndiGo, Willie Walsh

New Delhi (Gurpreet Singh): In a significant leadership transition, InterGlobe Aviation Limited has announced the appointment of William "Willie" Walsh as the new Chief Executive Officer of IndiGo. Walsh, a prominent figure in the global aviation industry and current Director General of the International Air Transport Association (IATA), is expected to take charge by August 3, 2026. The move comes just weeks after the sudden resignation of former CEO Pieter Elbers on March 10, following a difficult period for the carrier marked by severe operational disruptions and regulatory scrutiny. The appointment is seen as a strategic effort to stabilize India’s…

31 Mar

Air India Express flight makes emergency landing in Lucknow following cockpit smoke alarm

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsIndiaAir India Express, aviation safety, emergency landing, flight diversion

Lucknow (Gurpreet Singh): A Delhi-bound Air India Express flight operating from Bagdogra was forced to make an emergency landing at Chaudhary Charan Singh International Airport on Monday evening. The pilot of flight IX1523 issued a "Mayday" distress call after the crew detected smoke emanating from the avionics bay, the section of the aircraft housing critical electronic systems. The Airbus A320 was diverted to Lucknow immediately following the alert to ensure the safety of those on board. The aircraft landed safely at 5:18 pm after local Air Traffic Control was notified of the technical emergency. A total of 148 individuals, including…

31 Mar

National highways to transition to 100% digital tolling starting April 1

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsIndiadigital payment, FASTag, highway toll, UPI

New Delhi (Gurpreet Singh): The Ministry of Road Transport and Highways has announced a significant shift in infrastructure policy by mandating the complete removal of cash transactions at all national highway toll plazas. Effective April 1, commuters across the country will be required to settle toll fees exclusively through digital platforms. This transition is designed to eliminate the delays often associated with manual cash handling, moving instead toward a fully automated system that utilizes FASTag and UPI technologies for seamless transit. Government officials emphasized that this move is a cornerstone of a broader national strategy to modernize highway infrastructure and…