Bengal Directs Theatres to Prioritize Local Cinema
In a bold stride to champion regional culture, the West Bengal government has issued a directive mandating that all cinemas and multiplexes within the state dedicate a prime time slot daily to Bengali language films. This move, rooted in the ongoing ‘Bhasha Andolan’ (language movement), aims to bolster the local film industry and reinforce the…
Punjab Government Withdraws Controversial Land Policy
Following days of intense protests and mounting pressure from various farmer organizations and opposition parties, the Punjab Cabinet has formally approved the denotification of its contentious Land Pooling Policy. This decision, announced today, comes after the policy, initially termed “farmer-friendly,” faced widespread backlash and even an interim stay from the Punjab and Haryana High Court.…
बरेली में चौंकाने वाला मामला: पति को छोड़कर प्रेमी के साथ गई युवती, अब उसी पर लगाया दुष्कर्म का आरोप
परिचय: बरेली में सामने आया रिश्तों का चौंकाने वाला सच उत्तर प्रदेश के बरेली जिले से रिश्तों में धोखे और
MP Unifies Emergency Services Under Single Helpline Number
In a monumental leap forward for public safety and administrative efficiency, Madhya Pradesh is set to consolidate all essential emergency services under a single, easily accessible helpline number: 112. Effective Friday, this transformative initiative, unveiled by Chief Minister Mohan Yadav, will integrate vital functions including police, ambulance, fire, and various helplines, ensuring rapid and streamlined…
Telangana Bathed in Torrential Rains, Schools Close Amid Flood Chaos
Telangana is currently battling relentless torrential rains, with several districts under a red alert as the India Meteorological Department forecasts extremely heavy rainfall. The incessant downpour has led to widespread disruption, prompting the state government to order the closure of schools in five districts, while Hyderabad schools operate half-day. Authorities are urging residents in low-lying…
Karnataka Imposes Sweeping Plastic Ban in Temples, Bengaluru Faces Dry Days
In a significant move towards environmental sustainability, the Karnataka government, through its Muzrai Department, has declared a complete prohibition on plastic within all state-run temples effective August 15. This directive aims to foster cleaner, more responsible religious spaces. Concurrently, Bengaluru is gearing up for a two-day alcohol ban on August 15 and 16, coinciding with…
Bihar Devastated: Monsoon Floods Submerge Districts, Displacing Millions
Bihar is once again grappling with a severe flood crisis as incessant monsoon rains and surging river levels, particularly the Ganga and Kosi, wreak havoc across the state. Over 2.5 million people in ten districts have been gravely affected, with numerous low-lying areas completely submerged. Authorities are intensifying relief and rescue operations, deploying NDRF and…
Andhra Pradesh Secures Major Semiconductor Investment Amidst Interstate Row
Andhra Pradesh has clinched a substantial semiconductor manufacturing facility, a move lauded by the state government but vehemently contested by opposition-ruled states like Telangana and Karnataka. Accusations of political favoritism are rife, with claims that the Union Cabinet’s approval for the ₹1,500 crore project under the Indian Semiconductor Mission overlooked more prepared states, redirecting investments…
Kerala Governor’s Mandate for ‘Partition Horrors Day’ Sparks Fierce State-Wide Debate
A directive from the Kerala Raj Bhavan calling for universities to observe August 14 as ‘Partition Horrors Remembrance Day’ has plunged the state into yet another constitutional crisis, drawing sharp criticism from Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan and opposition leaders. [2, 4, 6, 8, 13, 23, 28] Accusations of attempting to impose a “divisive agenda” and…
Chhattisgarh Launches ‘Gaudham Yojana’ to Revolutionize Rural Economy and Livestock Care
In a significant move to bolster the state’s rural economic landscape and ensure comprehensive livestock protection, Chhattisgarh has rolled out the ambitious ‘Gaudham Yojana’. This initiative, championed by Chief Minister Vishnu Deo Sai, aims to provide robust support for cattle safety and breed enhancement, while simultaneously carving out new avenues for employment in organic farming…
