A recent incident in Bengaluru has brought to light the issue of passenger safety and the inadequate response from ride-hailing services in handling such situations. A woman was verbally abused and slapped by an Ola auto driver after she cancelled her ride. The incident highlights the urgent need for ride-hailing companies to prioritize passenger safety
The recent assault on a tehsildar in Ujjain, Madhya Pradesh, highlights a growing concern regarding the enforcement of noise pollution regulations, specifically related to the use of loudspeakers at religious events. The incident, which occurred after the tehsildar attempted to enforce a ban on loud DJ music during a religious function, has sparked outrage and
Sitaram Yechury, the veteran communist leader and general secretary of the Communist Party of India (Marxist), has been battling for his life after being hospitalized at the All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS) in Delhi. Yechury was admitted on August 19 due to a severe lung infection and his health took a critical turn
The Ganeshotsav festival in Mumbai, a time of vibrant celebration and devotion, is set against a backdrop of weather predictions that promise intermittent rainfall throughout the next week. The Indian Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a yellow alert for Thane and Palghar districts, while Mumbai is expected to experience partly cloudy skies with the potential
Olympic wrestler Bajrang Punia, a bronze medalist at the Tokyo Olympics, has been thrust into the spotlight of political controversy following his decision to join the Indian National Congress. His recent foray into politics has been met with a chilling threat message, delivered via WhatsApp, that has prompted an investigation by the police. Threat Message
The Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS), a right-wing Hindu nationalist organization in India, has been embroiled in controversy for its alleged role in promoting Hindu supremacy and intolerance towards other faiths. In recent years, the organization has faced criticism over its involvement in incidents of cow vigilantism and mob lynching, often targeting minority communities. Despite these
The devastating loss of seven lives and the injuries sustained by three others in a lightning strike in Chhattisgarh’s Balodabazar-Bhatapara district serves as a stark reminder of the dangers posed by this natural phenomenon. This tragedy highlights the need for greater awareness and preventive measures to safeguard against lightning strikes, especially during monsoon seasons. The
Karnataka’s Deputy Chief Minister, D.K. Shivakumar, has issued a stern warning to officials responsible for Bengaluru’s pothole-ridden roads. He has set a 15-day deadline for the city’s civic body, the Bruhat Bengaluru Mahanagara Palike (BBMP), to fill all potholes, failing which he has threatened “merciless action”. A City Plagued by Potholes Bengaluru, a bustling metropolis,
The alleged rape and murder of a junior doctor at Kolkata’s RG Kar Medical College and Hospital has sent shockwaves through the nation, sparking outrage and calls for justice. The case, which has been marred by allegations of police negligence and a cover-up, has brought to light the vulnerabilities of women in the medical profession
Brij Bhushan Sharan Singh, the former president of the Wrestling Federation of India (WFI), has accused the Hooda family of the Congress party of orchestrating a conspiracy against him, using wrestlers as pawns. He alleges the Congress, like the Pandavas in the Mahabharata, is sacrificing the well-being of women for political gain. The “Draupadi at
The recent news cycle has been filled with a mix of international events, political developments, and sad news of the passing of actor Vikas Sethi. One of the key topics that garnered attention was the suspected first case of Mpox in India, raising concerns about the potential spread of the virus. In other news, India
The recent surge in violence in Manipur has ignited a call for decisive action from the state’s Chief Minister, N Biren Singh. In a memorandum submitted to Governor Lakshman Prasad Acharya, Singh implored the Centre to take proactive steps to safeguard Manipur’s territorial integrity and quell the unrest that has gripped the state for over
India’s Defence Minister Rajnath Singh has reiterated that India is open to engaging in dialogue with Pakistan, but only if Islamabad ceases its support of terrorism in Jammu and Kashmir. This stance, expressed during an election rally in Jammu and Kashmir, underscores the deep-rooted tension between the two nuclear-armed neighbours and the critical issue of
The hijacking of Air India Flight 814 in 1999 was a traumatic event that left a lasting impact on the lives of those involved. For Shivangi Menon, whose parents were passengers on the fateful flight, the tragedy sparked a profound desire to pursue a career in aviation, specifically as a pilot. Shivangi’s journey from a
The Ganeshotsav festivities in Mumbai took a tragic turn on Saturday morning when a speeding BMW car struck two workers of the Mulund Cha Raja Ganesh Mandal, resulting in the death of one and severe injuries to another. The incident has once again highlighted the need for road safety during large gatherings and the devastating
The Jain festival of Paryushan Parva, culminating in Bhagavati Samvatsari, emphasizes the practice of kshamapana, or forgiveness. This tradition, as explained by Acharya Mahashraman, the eleventh acharya of the Jain Śvetāmbara Terapanth sect, holds immense significance in promoting internal peace, fostering friendship, and purifying the soul. The Power of Forgiveness: A Journey from Joy to
