The Maha Kumbh Mela in Prayagraj, from January 13 to February 26, is set to be the world’s largest gathering, with cultural and tourism ministries collaborating to enhance visitor experience. With expected attendance of 40 crore, preparations include enhanced connectivity, cultural showcases, and multilingual toll-free assistance for tourists.
RBI Governor Sanjay Malhotra faces a significant test as the rupee is poised to breach 86 due to a stronger dollar. This complicates GDP growth efforts expected to slow to 6.4% in FY25. Forex intervention has tightened liquidity, impacting interest rates and contributing to capital outflows.
The Election Commission refutes the government’s justification for simultaneous polls citing the Model Code of Conduct, emphasizing its role in ensuring fairness. The government argues for unified elections due to financial and operational burdens. The EC maintains the MCC is crucial for equitable elections and brief application correlates with electoral cycles, minimizing disruption.
UK PM Keir Starmer is facing calls to sack Labour minister Tulip Siddiq amid allegations she benefited from properties gifted by allies of Bangladesh’s former regime. Interim leader Muhammad Yunus has condemned these actions and wants an investigation. Siddiq, who denies wrongdoing, has referred herself to the independent adviser on ministerial standards.
India and Bangladesh addressed escalating border tensions, emphasizing a cooperative approach to crime prevention. Disputes stem from “unequal agreements” of a previous government. The efforts to install barbed wire fencing along the border were halted amid objections from the Border Guard Bangladesh.
Hyderabad vloggers surprised delivery agents by gifting them the very orders they delivered, capturing heartfelt reactions in a Instagram video. In a touching display of kindness, Hyderabad-based vloggers have captured the internet’s attention with a viral Instagram video showcasing an unexpected twist in their interactions with delivery agents. Known for their creative content, vloggers Vinita … Read more
Big news related to Pakistan… 16 nuclear scientists of Pakistan have been kidnapped. Terrorist organization Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) has kidnapped nuclear scientists of Pakistan. A video of 16 kidnapped scientists has also been released. In the video released by TTP, Pakistani scientist Shahbaz has pleaded with the government to accept the conditions of the terrorists … Read more
