National
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday launched a package of youth-focused schemes worth over ₹62,000 crore, with special attention to Bihar. The initiatives aim to boost education, skill development, and entrepreneurship across the country. Key Measures Announced A flagship scheme, PM-SETU (Pradhan Mantri Skilling and Employability Transformation through Upgraded ITIs),
National
Union Home Minister Amit Shah, speaking at the Bastar Dussehra in Jagdalpur, Chhattisgarh, insisted that the government will not negotiate with Maoist groups. He called on them to surrender under the Centre’s rehabilitation scheme. He declared March 31, 2026, as a deadline to end left-wing extremism in the region. No Dialogue, Just Surrender Shah questioned […]
Health
In Chhindwara district, Madhya Pradesh, seven out of nine children died after allegedly consuming a cough syrup called Coldrif. The state government acted swiftly after laboratory tests confirmed that the syrup contained diethylene glycol (DEG), a toxic industrial chemical. Government Action In response, the Madhya Pradesh government has banned the sale, distribution, and
Cricket Sports
Shubman Gill has been named India’s new ODI captain, replacing Rohit Sharma. The move comes ahead of India’s upcoming three-match ODI series in Australia beginning October 19, 2025. Squad and Roles Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli have been retained in the ODI squad despite the captaincy change. Shreyas Iyer has been appointed vice-captain. Gill is […]
Business Finance
The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has issued a draft framework amending norms for lending by banks and NBFCs to related parties. Under the new proposal, only loans beyond certain scale-based thresholds will require board or committee approval. Scale-Based Thresholds Smaller banks with assets below ₹1,000 billion would need board approval only for related-party loans […]
Cricket Sports
Bangladesh has named its 16-member ODI squad for a three-match series against Afghanistan, to be held in Abu Dhabi between October 8 and 14. The series will be held at the Zayed Cricket Stadium. Leadership and Key Changes All-rounder Mehidy Hasan Miraz will continue as captain. A major change sees established batter Litton Das left […]