In a recent development concerning transparency and access to information under the Right to Information (RTI) Act, the Central Information Commission (CIC) has directed the Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT) to formally file an affidavit stating that information regarding government funding provided to Covid-19 vaccine manufacturers during the pandemic is “not

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In a significant diplomatic exchange, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Wednesday briefed Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi on the implementation of the Gaza peace plan while the two leaders discussed strategies to deepen the India–Israel bilateral strategic partnership. The conversation, which took place over a phone call, also touched upon counterterrorism cooperation and other

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The Supreme Court of India has scheduled the hearing for Thursday, January 8, on a plea challenging the detention of climate activist Sonam Wangchuk under the National Security Act (NSA). The petition, filed by Wangchuk’s wife, Gitanjali J Angmo, argues that the detention is illegal, arbitrary, and a violation of fundamental rights guaranteed under the

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A devastating fire in northwest Delhi has claimed the lives of a Delhi Metro Rail Corporation (DMRC) official, his wife, and their 10-year-old daughter, leaving the community in shock and grief. The tragedy occurred in the early hours of Tuesday at Metro Apartments, a residential complex for DMRC employees located opposite Majlis Park Metro Station

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In a significant milestone for India’s public healthcare system, over 50,000 public health facilities across the country have been certified under the National Quality Assurance Standards (NQAS), marking a transformative step toward ensuring quality, safe, and patient-centric healthcare for all citizens. The Union Health Ministry announced on Wednesday that, as of December 31, 2025, a

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As the calendar turns to 2026, many people across the country are renewing their fitness resolutions, determined to make this year the one where they finally achieve their health and wellness goals. However, a common challenge that fitness enthusiasts encounter is the monotony of repeating the same workout routines. Performing the same exercises day after

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Bhubaneswar: Over 6,000 government doctors in Odisha under the banner of the Odisha Medical Services Association (OMSA) boycotted OPD services for two hours on Wednesday, as part of an ongoing protest seeking fulfillment of their 10-point charter of demands. Key Demands of OMSA Doctors The doctors’ demands include: OMSA president Kishore Mishra described the two-hour OPD boycott (from 9 am to 11 am) as

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Patna: Bihar Deputy Chief Minister Vijay Kumar Sinha on Wednesday announced that the state government will take stringent action against the land and sand mafia, as well as individuals “spreading anarchy,” asserting that a “pleasant and healthy” environment will be restored in the state by March 31. “Curing the Disease” of Mafia Influence Holding the revenue

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Gangasagar: In a major boost to safety measures for the upcoming Gangasagar Mela, the West Bengal government has deployed a high-speed, remote-controlled lifebuoy drone to assist pilgrims in distress along the Bay of Bengal coast, officials said on Wednesday. Advanced Lifebuoy Drone for Rescue Operations The lifebuoy drone is a motorized, self-propelled flotation device designed

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Chennai: In preparation for the Pongal festival, the Tamil Nadu government has announced the operation of a total of 59,095 buses across the state to manage the anticipated surge in passenger traffic, Transport Minister S. S. Sivasankar said on Wednesday. Special Bus Operations for Pongal A consultative meeting chaired by the Minister at the Secretariat

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