India

SUCI (C) calls strike over Kolkata doctor’s rape-murder

16 Aug 2024 10:17 AM IST

The Socialist Unity Centre of India (Communist) has called for a 12-hour general strike in Siliguri on Friday, protesting the rape and murder of a trainee doctor at RG Kar Medical College. The strike significantly disrupted daily life, with most shops in the city closing by 6 pm. Dr. Shahriar

Mumbai: 11 Year Old Girl Sexually Assaulted By School Teacher

16 Aug 2024 10:15 AM IST

In a disturbing incident, an 11-year-old girl in Mumbai's Kandivali area has accused a school teacher of sexual assault. The Class 7 student reported the incident to her school authorities on Wednesday, revealing that the teacher had called her after class and inappropriately touched her.

Kolkata Doctor Rape Murder: Mamata Banerjee Accuses ‘Bam, Ram’ For RG Kar Vandalism

16 Aug 2024 10:04 AM IST

West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee on Thursday accused "outsiders" and opposition parties of instigating the recent violence at RG Kar Hospital, claiming that members of the Left and BJP were responsible for the chaos. Banerjee asserted that these groups, whom she referred to as "Bam" (the Left) and "Ram"

ISRO: SSLV-D3 Earth Observation Satellite Launched Successfully

16 Aug 2024 09:58 AM IST

On August 16, 2024, the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) successfully launched an Earth observation satellite using the Small Satellite Launch Vehicle-03 (SSLV-D3) from the Satish Dhawan Space Centre in Sriharikota. This marks the final development flight of ISRO’s smallest rocket, now fully operational for future missions. The mission aims

Assam CM grants land pattas to residents of four villages

16 Aug 2024 09:53 AM IST

Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma attended a ceremony at the DC office premises in Amingaon, Kamrup district, where he distributed land pattas to residents of four villages in Barbangshar Mouza, North Guwahati Revenue Circle. Chief Minister Sarma handed out 881 land pattas covering a total of 369 bighas, 2

Pentagon Highlights India’s Strategic Importance Amid Upcoming Defense Talks

16 Aug 2024 09:41 AM IST

U.S. Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin will host Indian Defense Minister Rajnath Singh at the Pentagon on August 23. This meeting emphasizes the significance of the U.S.-India relationship, especially in the context of the Indo-Pacific region, as stated by Pentagon Deputy Press Secretary Sabrina Singh during a news conference. The two

Trump calls Kamala Harris a ‘Terrible President’

16 Aug 2024 09:08 AM IST

Vice President Kamala Harris is mounting a vigorous challenge against former President Donald Trump, who has dismissed advice from allies to focus more on policy. During a recent press conference at his Bedminster, N.J. estate, Trump defended his personal attacks on Harris, asserting he is “entitled” to them. Trump spoke

Uttarakhand Nurse Raped and Murdered on Way Home; Suspect Arrested

16 Aug 2024 08:39 AM IST

A man has been arrested for allegedly raping and murdering a nurse in Uttarakhand while she was on her way home from the hospital two weeks ago. The tragic incident occurred in the Udham Singh Nagar district, and the accused was apprehended on August 14, as reported by the sources.

Matthew Perry’s assistant and two doctors charged in death

16 Aug 2024 08:34 AM IST

Criminal charges have been filed against five individuals in connection with the death of “Friends” star Matthew Perry nearly a year ago, according to law enforcement officials on Thursday. Among the defendants are two doctors and an assistant to Perry, who were part of “a broad underground criminal network” distributing

Kolkata Doctor’s Rape-Murder : 12-Hour Bengal Bandh, CM Mamata to Lead Protest

16 Aug 2024 08:16 AM IST

Kolkata is bracing for a wave of political protests and rallies on Friday, August 16, following the tragic rape and murder of a trainee woman doctor at RG Kar Medical College and Hospital. The BJP’s women’s wing plans to hold a candlelight rally to West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee’s

Aman Sehrawat’s village faces neglect despite his Olympic Success

16 Aug 2024 03:03 AM IST

In the wake of his triumphant victory at the Olympics, wrestler Aman Sehrawat has brought global acclaim to his native Birhor village in Jhajjar district. However, this newfound spotlight has also exposed the dire state of infrastructure in the village, which continues to suffer from inadequate road connectivity and unreliable

Uddhav Thackeray’s Bid To Ride Two Boats Backfires

16 Aug 2024 01:29 AM IST

Uddhav Thackeray, the leader of the Shiv Sena (UBT) and former Chief Minister of Maharashtra, is facing a challenging political situation due to his efforts to balance between Hindu and Muslim voters. His strategy of appealing to both communities appears to be backfiring. The approach to woo two prominent voted