rainee IAS officer Puja Khedkar is central to a huge controversy. She is accused of making false claims in her UPSC application and misusing her power. This includes using unauthorized red beacon lights and a "Government of Maharashtra" sticker on her private Audi. Recently, her Audi has drawn even more attention after Pune Traffic Police revealed it has 21 traffic violation complaints. The allegations include rec

India

Puja Khedkar’s audi racks up 21 fines

By Ayush Singh July 12, 2024 Audi Government of Maharashtra IAS Puja Khedkar OBC UPSC

Trainee IAS officer Puja Khedkar is central to a huge controversy. She is accused of making false claims in her UPSC application and misusing her power.

The murder was uncovered in 2015, three years after Sheena Bora was allegedly strangled in a car by her mother, with assistance from Indrani's former husband Sanjeev Khanna and driver Shyamvar Rai, in April 2012.

India

Sheena Bora’s remains found: court alerted

By Ayush Singh July 11, 2024 Indrani Mukerjea Sheena Bora Supreme Court

The murder was uncovered in 2015, three years after Sheena Bora was allegedly strangled in a car by her mother, with assistance from Indrani.

The spread of HIV in Tripura is worrying people all over India. A shocking report from the Tripura State AIDS Control Society (TSACS) shows that 828 students have tested positive for HIV, and 47 have died from the infection.

Health

800+ students HIV positive, 47 deaths: Report

By Ayush Singh July 11, 2024 HIV Tripura HIV+Tripura Tripura State AIDS Control Society

The spread of HIV in Tripura is worrying people all over India. A shocking report from the Tripura State AIDS Control Society (TSACS).

India's participation in the upcoming ICC Champions Trophy 2025 is uncertain due to strained relations with Pakistan. According to a BCCI source, India won't travel to Pakistan for the tournament and will request that its matches be held in Sri Lanka or Dubai instead. The Champions Trophy is scheduled for February to March 2025 in Pakistan.

Sports

BCCI rejects Lahore for India-Pak match

By Ayush Singh July 11, 2024 asia cup 2023 BCCI ICC Champions Trophy 2025 India-Pakistan

India’s participation in the upcoming ICC Champions Trophy 2025 is uncertain due to strained relations with Pakistan.

Madhu Kashyap, hailing from Bhagalpur, has made history as Bihar's first transgender inspector. Raised by her mother in the absence of her father, Madhu's achievement as a sub-inspector has brought immense joy to both herself and her proud mother.

India

From harassment to history: Bihar’s first transgender Sub-Inspector

By Ayush Singh July 10, 2024 bihar bpsc CM NITISH KUMAR first transgender Madhu Kashyap Sub Inspector

Madhu Kashyap, hailing from Bhagalpur, has made history as Bihar’s first transgender inspector.

Reliance has quietly launched a new smart tracker called JioTag Air. This is their second tracker and comes with more features than before. It's compatible with both Apple Find My and JioThings. Priced at Rs 1,499, you can buy it now on JioMart. It comes in Red, Blue, and Gray colors.

Technology

JioTag Air: New smart tracker by Reliance

By Ayush Singh July 10, 2024 Apple Find Jio Things JioTag Air Reliance

Reliance has quietly launched a new smart tracker called JioTag Air. This is their second tracker and comes with more features than before.

The mother of Kirti Chakra-winning soldier Captain Anshuman Singh urged the government to halt the Agniveer scheme, which involves temporary recruitments to the Indian Army.

India

Siachen martyr’s mother urges ending Agniveer scheme

By Ayush Singh July 9, 2024 Agneepath scheme agniveer scheme Captain Anshuman Singh Congress leader Rahul Gandhi Draupadi Murmu Indian Army Kirti Chakra lop Rahul Gandhi SIACHEN

The mother of Kirti Chakra-winning soldier Captain Anshuman Singh urged the government to halt the Agniveer scheme, which involves temporary.

A study revealed that smokers may experience up to an 85% faster decline in cognitive abilities such as memory and speech compared to non-smokers. Researchers examined 16 lifestyle factors, including physical activity, alcohol consumption, and social interactions.

Health

Smoke’s impact on aging cognition

By Ayush Singh July 9, 2024 cognition Mikaela Bloomberg Smoke smoking habits

A study revealed that smokers may experience up to an 85% faster decline in cognitive abilities such as memory and speech compared to non-smokers.

After heavy rains last week, Water and PWD Minister Atishi Marlena, along with Irrigation and Flood Control Minister Saurabh Bhardwaj, reviewed waterlogging preparations. They instructed all departments to create an integrated control room with PWD as the main agency. Previously, civic agencies like PWD, MCD, NDMC, and DDA each had their control rooms and helpline numbers.

India

Delhi Rains: PWD flood control active

By Ayush Singh July 9, 2024 delhi floods Delhi Rains PWD Minister Atishi Marlena waterlogging

After heavy rains last week, Water and PWD Minister Atishi Marlena, along with Irrigation and Flood Control Minister Saurabh Bhardwaj

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has heralded a new era of Pakistan-China cooperation across IT, communication, mining, and energy sectors, promising economic development and stronger bilateral ties.

World

PM Sharif: Pak-China relationship enters new era

By Ayush Singh July 8, 2024 MOUs pak pm shehbaz sharif Pak-China Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has heralded a new era of Pakistan-China cooperation across IT, communication, mining, and energy sectors, promising

India clinched the 2024 ICC Men’s T20 World Cup last month, defeating South Africa by seven runs in the final at Kensington Oval, Barbados, on June 29. This victory marked the end of India's 11-year drought for an ICC trophy.

Sports

T20 prize breakdown: Players & Dravid share Rs 125 Cr

By Ayush Singh July 8, 2024 BCCI ICC Men’s T20 World Cup ICC T20 World Cup 2024 Jay Shah rahul dravid rohit sharma team India

India clinched the 2024 ICC Men’s T20 World Cup last month, defeating South Africa by seven runs in the final at Kensington Oval, Barbados, on June 29.

Mihir Shah, a 24-year-old, allegedly drove a BMW into a couple on a two-wheeler in Mumbai's Worli area. He is the son of Rajesh Shah, a leader from Shiv Sena's Eknath Shinde faction.

India

BMW hit-and-run accused Mihir Shah’s Shiv Sena affiliated father arrested

By Ayush Singh July 8, 2024 bmw Chief Minister Eknath Shinde hit-and-run Mihir Shah Rajesh Shah SHIV SENA

Mihir Shah, a 24-year-old, allegedly drove a BMW into a couple on a two-wheeler in Mumbai’s Worli area.

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Ayush Singh

Puja Khedkar’s audi racks up 21 fines

Sheena Bora’s remains found: court alerted

800+ students HIV positive, 47 deaths: Report

BCCI rejects Lahore for India-Pak match

From harassment to history: Bihar’s first transgender Sub-Inspector

JioTag Air: New smart tracker by Reliance

Siachen martyr’s mother urges ending Agniveer scheme

Smoke’s impact on aging cognition

Delhi Rains: PWD flood control active

PM Sharif: Pak-China relationship enters new era

T20 prize breakdown: Players & Dravid share Rs 125 Cr

BMW hit-and-run accused Mihir Shah’s Shiv Sena affiliated father arrested

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