Tragic Heatwave: 11 Die on Poll Duty in Mirzapur and Sonbhadra
A devastating heatwave claimed the lives of eleven individuals on poll duty in Mirzapur and Sonbhadra districts on Friday, as scorching temperatures soared to 47°C. The casualties included six home guards in Mirzapur and three and two polling personnel in Mirzapur and Sonbhadra, respectively. According to district officials, an additional
Teachers’ Guide: 12 Simple Strategies to Help Students Overcome Bullying Trauma
Bullying, an ordeal that can leave young minds reeling with fear and anxiety, often lingers long after the incident itself. Teachers, being the closest confidants in the classroom, hold a key role in aiding children to navigate through the aftermath of bullying experiences. Let’s have a look at the insightful
Biden Unveils New Ceasefire Proposal for Israel-Gaza Conflict, Urges Hamas Acceptance
In a bid to quell the ongoing violence between Israel and Hamas militants, U.S. President Joe Biden has put forth a fresh ceasefire plan, calling on Hamas to agree to its terms for the sake of de-escalation and humanitarian relief. During a statement issued on Friday, Biden emphasized the urgency
India’s GDP Growth Hits 7.8% in Q4, FY24 Registers 8.2% Expansion
Recent government data unveils India’s resilient economic performance, with a 7.8% growth in the January-March quarter compared to the previous year. However, this figure marks a slight deceleration from the 8.4% expansion recorded in the preceding quarter, signaling a nuanced trajectory. The manufacturing sector, a key driver of economic activity,
Christians Attacked in Pakistan’s Sargodha for ‘Blasphemy’
In a troubling incident in eastern Pakistan, a Muslim crowd attacked a Christian settlement in Sargodha on Saturday, accusing its members of blasphemy. Police and community leaders reported that at least 10 members of the minority Christian community were rescued during the assault. The attackers set fire to a house
Samantha to Varun Dhawan: Celebs Support Palestine After Israel’s Attack on Rafah
Several Indian celebrities have expressed their outrage and support for Palestine following the recent Israeli strike on the Rafah camp, which houses displaced Palestinians. This attack, described as a “tragic accident” by Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, resulted in the deaths of 45 individuals and left hundreds with shrapnel and
Government Launches Action Against Parcel Scam, Urges Citizens to Report Suspicious Calls on Cyber Crime Website
The Indian government has initiated a series of actions to combat the rising parcel scam, urging citizens to report suspicious calls on the cyber crime website. This move comes as part of a broader effort to protect citizens from a growing cyber threat that has seen many individuals lose substantial
Property Papers Worth Rs 150 Crore Found in Raid at IPS Officer’s Husband’s Home
In a significant development, the Enforcement Directorate (ED) uncovered property documents worth approximately Rs 150 crores during a raid at the residence of a senior Maharashtra IPS officer. The search, which took place in Colaba, was conducted shortly before the arrest of her husband, Purshottam Chavan, in connection with a
Zelensky Invites Joe Biden and Xi Jinping to Ukraine Peace Summit Amid War
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has extended an invitation to US President Joe Biden and China’s President Xi Jinping to attend a peace summit in Switzerland next month. Zelensky emphasized the importance of their presence, stating that the collective efforts of global leaders are crucial to ensuring that all commitments made
Can Laid-Off H-1B Visa Holders Switch to Tourist Visas? Here’s What USCIS Says
In the wake of recent layoffs, many H-1B visa holders in the United States are facing uncertainty. Major companies like Google, Microsoft, Tesla, Amazon, and Walmart have significantly reduced their workforces, leaving numerous H-1B visa holders without jobs. This has led many to question whether switching to B-1 or B-2