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India’s Indigenous Navigation App Mappls Now Competing with Google Maps– Communications Minister Vaishnaw Praises the App, Urges People to Try It Out

October 15, 2025October 15, 2025AdminLeave a Comment

India’s homegrown navigation application, Mappls, is now emerging as a strong competitor to Google Maps. Union Minister for Railways and Communications Ashwini Vaishnaw lauded the app, highlighting its impressive features and encouraging people to give it a try. Interestingly, only a few are aware that MapmyIndia, the parent company behind Mappls, was founded a full […]

Javed Akhtar lashes out over the welcome of Taliban minister, calls them oppressors of women

October 14, 2025October 14, 2025AdminLeave a Comment

Renowned lyricist and writer Javed Akhtar has expressed his displeasure over the grand welcome extended to the Taliban’s Foreign Minister in India. In strong words, Akhtar described the Taliban as an Islamic organization that inflicts cruelty on women and denies them their rights. Taking to X (formerly Twitter), the writer openly voiced his anger at […]

Over 3.1 Million People Availing Benefits Illegally Under PM-Kisan Scheme— Centre Takes Action, to Investigate Suspicious Cases and Remove Ineligible Beneficiaries

October 14, 2025October 14, 2025AdminLeave a Comment

Farmers across the country are eagerly awaiting the 21st installment of the Pradhan Mantri Kisan Samman Nidhi (PM-Kisan) scheme. Meanwhile, the Central Government has identified over 3.1 million beneficiaries who are allegedly availing benefits in violation of the scheme’s rules. The government has now decided to take strict action against such individuals. The Ministry of […]

French Army Chief Visits National Defence College, Engages with Military Participants– India–France Defence Cooperation Seen as Crucial Beyond Bilateral Ties, Promoting Global Peace and Stability

October 14, 2025October 14, 2025AdminLeave a Comment

Ahead of the conference of army chiefs from countries contributing to United Nations peacekeeping missions, Indian Army Chief General Upendra Dwivedi met his French counterpart, General Pierre Schill, Chief of Staff of the French Army. During his visit to New Delhi, General Schill toured the National Defence College and interacted with military participants. Earlier, the […]

Maharashtra to Take Action Against Catching Undersized Fish; Government Sets Minimum Size LimitsMinister Rane Says the Move Is Vital for Species Stability and Fishermen’s Livelihoods

October 13, 2025October 13, 2025AdminLeave a Comment

To curb the capture of juvenile fish and protect breeding cycles, the Maharashtra government, with assistance from the Central Marine Fisheries Research Institute (CMFRI), has established minimum size limits for fish caught or sold in the market. The decision is aimed at ensuring the long-term sustainability of marine species and safeguarding the livelihoods of local […]

CBI to Probe Karur Stampede, Orders Issued by Supreme Court– Three-Member Committee to Oversee Inquiry; Two IPS Officers to Be Included

October 13, 2025October 13, 2025AdminLeave a Comment

New Delhi: The Supreme Court on Monday directed the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) to conduct an inquiry into the Karur stampede incident. A bench comprising Justice J.K. Maheshwari and Justice N.V. Anjaria delivered the verdict on petitions filed by actor Vijay’s party, TVK, and BJP leader Uma Anandan, seeking a CBI investigation. Earlier, the […]

Mamata’s remark reflects a “failed administration” and “hollow leadership”— Delhi CM targets Bengal government over the rape of a student

October 13, 2025October 13, 2025AdminLeave a Comment

Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta has sharply criticized West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee, calling her advice to female students — to avoid going out at night following the alleged gang rape of a medical student — disgraceful and a reflection of “the peak of political decline.” In a social media post, CM Gupta stated […]

IndiGo Fined ₹40 Lakh

October 13, 2025October 13, 2025AdminLeave a Comment

New Delhi: The Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) has imposed a fine of ₹40 lakh on IndiGo Airlines for using an unqualified flight simulator during pilot training. An investigation revealed that the training of nearly 1,700 pilots for Category C airports—such as Calicut, Leh, and Kathmandu—was not conducted on simulators approved under regulatory norms. […]

During the hearing on the voter list issue, the court reprimanded the lawyers

October 10, 2025October 10, 2025AdminLeave a Comment

New Delhi: The Supreme Court is currently hearing a petition filed by the non-governmental organization Association for Democratic Reforms (ADR), which has alleged arbitrary deletions of voters’ names. During the proceedings, an uncomfortable situation arose for senior advocate Prashant Bhushan, who was representing ADR, when discrepancies and false information were found in the affidavit submitted […]

Commission to Hold Women’s Public Hearing in Bengaluru on October 13

October 10, 2025October 10, 2025AdminLeave a Comment

New Delhi: To address women’s issues at the grassroots level, the National Commission for Women (NCW) is organizing a public hearing under its initiative “NCW Aapke Dwar – Mahila Jan Sunwai” in Bengaluru. The hearing will take place on October 13, beginning at 12 noon, and will be attended by NCW Chairperson Vijaya Rahatkar. To […]