Heavy Rain Hits Tamil Nadu, Schools Shut, Cyclone Fengal Inches Closer
The deep depression over the Southwest Bay of Bengal is likely to intensify into Cyclone Fengal during the next 12 hours. Parts of Tamil Nadu and Puducherry are bracing for heavy to very heavy rainfall and the possibility of cyclone Fengal, a name proposed by Saudi Arabia. A red alert has been issued in the […]
Catering Firm Found Violating Safety Norms By Cooking Food Using Cylinders On Poorva Express
A recent surprise inspection by the traffic and commercial officials of the North Central Railway (NCR) Zone found that employees of a private catering firm were cooking food using LPG cylinders in the pantry car of Poorva Express in violation of safety norms as well as the contractual terms. The Railway Board had asked all […]
Check List Of Various Entrance Exams For Admission To MBA Colleges In India
The Indian Institute of Management (IIM) Calcutta conducted the Common Admission Test (CAT) 2024 on Sunday, November 24. The exam is conducted for students aspiring to get admission in prestigious Indian Institutes of Management (IIM) for MBA and other management courses. However, due to the limited seats availability and the difficult examination structure at IIM, […]
Benjamin Netanyahu Lists 3 Main Reasons For Israel-Lebanon Ceasefire
As the Israeli security cabinet voted in favour of a ceasefire deal to end the fighting with the militant group Hezbollah in Lebanon, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said in a statement on Tuesday that there are three “main reasons” he wants a truce now. an Israeli official told the media. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin […]
Rich Countries Offer No Haven From Climate Doom: Study
As sovereign debt investors concerned about climate change scrutinize national responses to rising global temperatures, they’re increasingly finding that wealthier nations aren’t doing their part to help address global warming. Not one country is on track for a 1.5C future based on 2030 national pledges for cutting emissions, according to the Assessing Sovereign Climate-related Opportunities […]
Maharashtra set to lose out on mega refinery, talks on with Gujarat & Andhra
NEW DELHI: Virtually ruling out a mega oil refinery in Maharashtra’s Ratnagiri, the govt is holding talks with Saudi authorities for two refineries in Gujarat and Andhra Pradesh, each with an annual capacity of 10-15 million tonnes, along with petrochemical facilities.While ONGC has been proposed to partner Saudi Aramco for the refinery in Gujarat, BPCL […]
Mukul Rohatgi Punches Holes In US Indictment Linked To Adani Group
Punching holes in the allegations against Adani Group, senior lawyer and former Attorney General of India Mukul Rohatgi today said the group’s founder chairman Gautam Adani and his nephew Sagar Adani have not been accused of bribery or obstructing justice in the US. The senior lawyer addressed the media to counter misleading news reports on the […]
Childbirths In South Korea Rises By Largest Margin In 14 Years In September
The number of babies born in South Korea increased by the largest margin in almost 14 years in September, data showed on Wednesday, as the country is struggling to address the grim demographic changes of ultra-low birth rate and rapid ageing. According to data compiled by Statistics Korea, a total of 20,590 babies were born […]
World Leaders Welcome Israel-Hezbollah Ceasefire Deal
World leaders have welcomed a ceasefire deal between Israel and Lebanese militant group Hezbollah, which came into force on Wednesday morning (0200 GMT). Here are key reactions from around the world. United States and France The ceasefire between Israel and Lebanon will protect Israel from the threat of Iran-backed militant group Hezbollah and create the […]
Delhi-Dehradun Expressway Set To Open In January 2025, Reducing Travel Time To 2.5 Hours
With its opening planned for January 2025, the much awaited Delhi-Dehradun Expressway is set to transform travel between Delhi and Dehradun. The new Expressway, which spans more than 210 km, will drastically reduce travel time, from 6.5 hours to just 2.5 hours. The project boasts several advanced features designed to enhance the travel experience. Notably, […]
Delhi’s Air Quality Improves Slightly, Nears ‘Poor’ Category
Pollution levels in Delhi decreased slightly on Wednesday morning with the air quality nearing the ‘poor’ category. At 9 am, Delhi’s Air Quality Index (AQI) was recorded at 301, compared to a reading of 343 at 9 am on Tuesday, according to Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB) data. A thick layer of haze continued to […]
China Expected To Hit Peak Coal Consumption In 2025: Report
China’s coal consumption could peak by 2025 as the world’s top consumer of the fossil fuel ramps up its push for clean energy, a report published on Wednesday said. The country — the largest greenhouse gas emitter — remains heavily reliant on coal despite installing renewable energy capacity at record speed. But while coal remains […]