A long-term study conducted in an urban slum in Vellore has revealed that Indian children are increasingly facing a dual burden of malnutrition, with undernutrition and obesity coexisting during childhood, raising concerns about the country's future health outcomes.
The Uttar Pradesh government has launched a district-wise verification exercise to review the supply and payment records of books procured for libraries in selected council-run schools under the Samagra Shiksha and PM SHRI schemes.
A political controversy has erupted in Kolkata ahead of Trinamool Congress chief Mamata Banerjee’s proposed sit-in protest scheduled for June 2. The TMC has alleged that police denied permission for the programme at Rani Rashmoni Avenue
A massive 70-foot statue of Lionel Messi was removed from Lake Town in Kolkata on Monday after officials found it had become structurally unsafe. The Public Works Department (PWD) used a hydraulic crane to carefully dismantle the monument and transport it on a truck.
A violent clash broke out on Monday in the Ajitpura-Kujeta area of Rajasthan’s Kotputli-Behror district when unidentified men allegedly attacked villagers protesting against illegal mining operations. According to police, the assailants opened fire on protesters gathered at a sit-in demonstration
Union Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal on Monday expressed confidence that the first tranche of the India-US bilateral trade agreement will be signed soon. Speaking at a press conference, he said that most major issues have already been resolved and discussions are now in the final stages.
Fresh political turmoil has surfaced within the Trinamool Congress (TMC) after MLAs Ritabrata Banerjee and Sandipan Saha were expelled from the party. The decision has sparked controversy, with Saha publicly challenging the party’s internal processes
major fire broke out at a fish market in the Press Chhak area of Cuttack, Odisha, during the early hours of Monday, destroying more than 30 shops and damaging a bank branch located in the same building.
The Election Commission of India (ECI) on Monday announced the election schedule for 27 seats across the Rajya Sabha and state legislative councils in three states. The elections are aimed at filling vacant positions in the upper houses of Parliament and state legislatures.
A political controversy erupted in Nepal after Prime Minister Balendra Shah made remarks on the long-standing India-Nepal border dispute during his first appearance in the ongoing parliamentary session.
Amid growing turmoil within the Trinamool Congress (TMC), senior party leader Kalyan Banerjee has reaffirmed his loyalty to party chief Mamata Banerjee while signalling a possible reconciliation with TMC national general secretary Abhishek Banerjee.
A tragic accident at an Indian Air Force base in Assam claimed the lives of five Air Force personnel on Saturday after an AN-32 transport aircraft crashed during a routine mission near Jorhat. One crew member, the co-pilot, survived the crash and is currently receiving medical treatment.
The upcoming 8th Pay Commission remains one of the most closely watched developments for nearly 50 lakh central government employees and around 65 lakh pensioners. While the commission is still in the consultation stage, discussions around salary revisions, fitment factors, and potential arrears have already begun.
Food regulator seeks detailed responses from major brands after social media complaints alleged contamination, hygiene lapses and insect infestation in food products.
The internal crisis within the Trinamool Congress (TMC) is set to intensify as the party’s reported rebel faction prepares to hold a meeting in Delhi on Sunday. According to reports, West Bengal Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari is expected to be present at the gathering.
Tamil Nadu Assembly Speaker J.C.D. Prabhakar on Friday confirmed that showcause notices have been issued to four former AIADMK MLAs who later joined the ruling Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK).
Kanpur Cyber Crime Police have booked three individuals for allegedly sharing objectionable and misleading content on social media against Aditi Yadav, the daughter of Samajwadi Party president Akhilesh Yadav.
A team from the Criminal Investigation Department (CID) reached the residence of Trinamool Congress leader Abhishek Banerjee on Friday evening. The visit has attracted significant attention due to the current political developments in West Bengal
Samajwadi Party president Akhilesh Yadav on Friday launched a sharp attack on the BJP, alleging that the ruling party was weakening democratic institutions
Trinamool Congress MP Shatrughan Sinha has strongly backed West Bengal Chief Minister and party supremo Mamata Banerjee amid growing unrest within the TMC. Speaking to reporters, Sinha said his loyalty remains firmly with Banerjee and dismissed suggestions of supporting any alternative leadership.
The Enforcement Directorate (ED) has issued a fresh summons to Veena T, daughter of former Kerala Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan, directing her to appear for questioning on June 17 in connection with an alleged money laundering case linked to Cochin Minerals and Rutile Ltd (CMRL).
India and Bangladesh concluded the 57th edition of their bi-annual Director General-level border coordination conference in New Delhi on June 11. The four-day meeting was attended by Border Security Force (BSF) Director General Praveen Kumar
The Delhi High Court has refused to grant immediate relief in the dispute over the Central Board of Secondary Education’s (CBSE) On-Screen Marking (OSM) system. Hearing a Public Interest Litigation (PIL) filed by the National Students’ Union of India (NSUI)
A complaint has been lodged against former West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee over comments she allegedly made during a sit-in protest at Dharmatala.
Former Union minister Smriti Irani’s name has been omitted from the panchayat voter list of Medan Mawai village in Uttar Pradesh’s Amethi district, officials confirmed on Friday.
Police on Friday detained two juveniles for allegedly pelting stones at the Lucknow-New Delhi Swarna Shatabdi Express near Firozabad in Uttar Pradesh. The incident occurred on Thursday evening when RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat was travelling in the train.
The Supreme Court on Friday refused to provide immediate relief to Congress leader Meenakshi Natarajan in her challenge against the rejection of her Rajya Sabha nomination papers.
Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath inaugurated the Noida Electric Bus Depot and flagged off 45 electric buses for Gautam Buddh Nagar, strengthening the state’s push towards eco-friendly public transportation.
Trinamool Congress (TMC) MP Kirti Azad has alleged that BJP leader Nishikant Dubey is playing a role in the ongoing political turmoil within the party. According to Azad, the rebellion by several TMC leaders is being coordinated from Dubey’s residence.
The Central Government has announced new measures to regulate bulk fuel purchases and ensure a steady supply of petroleum products across the country. Under the revised guidelines, retail petrol pumps will not be permitted to sell more than 200 litres
