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Rajasthan Government Transfers ₹1,054 Crore to Women’s Bank Accounts, Bringing Smiles to 91 Lakh Faces

20Dec

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Politics, Rajasthan, State

Rajasthan Government Transfers ₹1,054 Crore to Women’s Bank Accounts, Bringing Smiles to 91 Lakh Faces

Jaipur/Dholpur: In a landmark move marking the completion of two years of Bhajanlal Sharma’s government, Rajasthan has directly transferred ₹1,054 crore to the bank accounts of 91.58 lakh women across the state. The announcement was made at a grand women’s conference held in Dholpur, where the Chief Minister pressed a single button to deposit the amount via Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) under various social security pension schemes. Empowering Women Across CategoriesThe transferred amount includes pensions for widows, senior citizens, and single women, providing direct financial assistance without intermediaries. Witnessing the instant credit of funds in their accounts, thousands of women expressed joy and gratitude. Additionally, the Chief Minister distributed ₹100 crore in loans to wo...

From Madhepura to Tokyo: Rahul Kumar’s Journey to Love and Japan

20Dec

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Bihar, State

From Madhepura to Tokyo: Rahul Kumar’s Journey to Love and Japan

Madhepura, Bihar: Rahul Kumar, hailing from the quiet town of Madhepura in Bihar, has now fully embraced Japan—not just professionally, but personally as well. Five years ago, Rahul moved to Japan to work as an engineer at Honda, and today he has tied the knot with Marina, a Japanese national, marking a remarkable cross-cultural love story. A Tokyo Party that Sparked a ConnectionRahul recounts that his journey with Marina began at an international business party in Tokyo. What started as a conversation about work soon blossomed into a meaningful friendship. Despite coming from different countries and cultures, both Rahul and Marina found common ground and began understanding each other deeply. Two Years of Friendship, Leading to MarriageOver two years, their friendship turned into lo...

Goa Authorities Seal Famous Curlies Pub Following Nightclub Fire; Linked to Sonali Phogat Case

20Dec

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Goa, State

Goa Authorities Seal Famous Curlies Pub Following Nightclub Fire; Linked to Sonali Phogat Case

Panaji, Goa: In the wake of a devastating nightclub fire earlier this month, Goa authorities have intensified inspections of tourist hotspots across the state. As part of these actions, the popular Curlies Pub in North Goa has been sealed after officials identified multiple violations. The pub, situated along the beach in North Goa, had previously been in the spotlight in connection with the high-profile Sonali Phogat death case in August 2022. Despite earlier warnings and partial demolition of unauthorized structures, the establishment allegedly continued to flout regulatory norms, prompting authorities to take stringent action. Safety Checks After Recent TragedyThe December 6 Arpora nightclub fire, which claimed 25 lives at Birch by Romeo Lane, spurred the government to launch exte...

Prashant Kishore to Address DU Students on Democratizing Political Leadership for Non-Legacy Candidates

20Dec

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Bihar, Politics, State

Prashant Kishore to Address DU Students on Democratizing Political Leadership for Non-Legacy Candidates

Patna/Delhi: Election strategist-turned-politician Prashant Kishore is set to engage in a special interactive session with students and faculty at the University of Delhi on 21 December 2025. The event will be held at the prestigious Sir Shankar Lal Concert Hall and will commence at 2:00 PM. Titled “Democratic Political Leadership: Opportunities and Challenges for Non-Legacy Candidates,” the session aims to guide young aspirants seeking to make their mark in politics without any family or dynastic background. Focus of the SessionKishore will discuss the dominance of established political families in India and provide insights on how talented newcomers can overcome challenges to emerge as successful leaders. He will analyze the practical hurdles faced by non-legacy candidates while al...

Independent Councillor’s Farmhouse Demolished by Administration in Ashoknagar

20Dec

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Madhya Pradesh, State

Independent Councillor’s Farmhouse Demolished by Administration in Ashoknagar

Ashoknagar: In a major administrative action, officials in Ashoknagar, Madhya Pradesh, demolished the illegal portion of a farmhouse belonging to independent municipal councillor Shahnaz Bano, which was encroaching on government land. The operation took place on Saturday at her property on Piparai Road. The demolition was carried out with the assistance of two JCB machines, in the presence of Tehsildar Bharathendu Yadav, SDOP Vivek Sharma, officials from the PWD department, and seven revenue and police personnel. Authorities removed the illegal boundary wall, gate, and other parts of the farmhouse that extended into government land adjacent to the road. Prior Notice ServedThe councillor had earlier received a legal notice (Notice No. 1257 dated 1 December 2025) from the Tehsildar’s c...

Make Your Dream Home a Reality: LDA Opens Registration for Anant Nagar Scheme in Lucknow

20Dec

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State, Uttar Pradesh

Make Your Dream Home a Reality: LDA Opens Registration for Anant Nagar Scheme in Lucknow

Lucknow: For residents eagerly awaiting residential plots, the Lucknow Development Authority (LDA) has announced an exciting opportunity. The LDA Vice-Chairman, Prathamesh Kumar, stated that the Anant Nagar scheme, being developed over 785 acres along Mohan Road, aims to fulfill the housing dreams of nearly 150,000 people. Registration DetailsThe LDA will open online registration for 637 residential plots in the Anant Nagar scheme starting Saturday. Interested applicants can register through the official website until 12 January 2026. Plot allotment will be carried out via a lottery system to ensure fairness. World-Class Urban PlanningThe Anant Nagar scheme is being developed using an international grid pattern standard. Wide roads, underground electricity cables, and modern infrastr...

Bengaluru Man Kicks 5-Year-Old Playing Badminton on Road; CCTV Footage Sparks Outrage

20Dec

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Karnataka, State

Bengaluru Man Kicks 5-Year-Old Playing Badminton on Road; CCTV Footage Sparks Outrage

Bengaluru witnessed a shocking incident that has left residents horrified. A five-year-old child playing badminton on the road was allegedly kicked by a young man, resulting in serious injuries. The incident, captured on CCTV, has triggered widespread anger on social media. Incident DetailsThe incident took place in Old Post Office Road, Tyagarajanagar, South Bengaluru. The young boy, playing badminton with other children and his mother nearby, was suddenly attacked by a man who ran from behind and kicked him with force. The boy fell face-first onto the road, sustaining injuries to his eyebrow, arms, and legs. After kicking the child, the man calmly walked away. Authorities later identified the accused as Ranjit, also known as Ranjan, a former gym trainer and local resident of Doddam...

Trump Brokers Major Drug Price Cuts in the U.S.; What It Means for India

20Dec

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Business

Trump Brokers Major Drug Price Cuts in the U.S.; What It Means for India

Washington, D.C.: In a landmark move, U.S. President Donald Trump has struck a deal with nine major pharmaceutical companies to significantly lower drug prices in the country. Trump emphasized that for decades, Americans have been forced to pay some of the highest prices for medications globally. Under the agreement, several key drugs will see substantial price reductions. Impact on Global Pharma and IndiaThis announcement is expected to have far-reaching effects on the global pharmaceutical market, including India’s generic drug exports. The U.S. is now moving toward an international reference pricing system to determine drug costs. The nine pharmaceutical giants—Merck, Bristol Myers Squibb, Amgen, Gilead, GSK, Sanofi, Roche's Genentech, Boehringer Ingelheim, and Novartis—have agreed t...

$5 Trillion in Hidden Gold: How India Can Unlock a Massive Economic Boost

20Dec

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Business

$5 Trillion in Hidden Gold: How India Can Unlock a Massive Economic Boost

New Delhi: India’s households are sitting on a staggering 35,000 tons of gold, making them home to the largest private gold reserve in the world. At current market rates, this hoard is worth over $5 trillion—a hidden wealth that, if mobilized into the mainstream economy, could address multiple financial challenges for the country in one stroke. The Scale of Hidden Gold:To put this in perspective, the legendary Titanic could carry about 22,000 tons of passengers and cargo—still far less than India’s domestic gold stock. Between 2000 and 2025, India officially imported over 700 tons of gold, worth more than $507 billion, not counting smuggled gold and jewelry brought by travelers, which could push the total to $700 billion. Potential Benefits of Mobilizing Gold: Boost Government Re...

Rupee Hits Record Lows Against Dollar: How India’s Currency Fell Over a Century

20Dec

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Business

Rupee Hits Record Lows Against Dollar: How India’s Currency Fell Over a Century

New Delhi: The Indian rupee has plunged to an all-time low against the US dollar, trading past ₹91 per dollar earlier this week, though it later recovered slightly to ₹89.27. Experts warn that the rupee could remain under pressure due to persistent trade deficits, foreign capital outflows, and uncertainty over India-US trade agreements. Historical Context:A century ago, the rupee was far stronger compared to the dollar. In 1925, 1 rupee was equivalent to 10 US dollars, primarily because India’s currency was pegged to the British pound during colonial rule. Post-independence, the rupee’s value gradually weakened: 1947: 1 USD = ₹3.3 1950: 1 USD = ₹4.76 1966: 1 USD = ₹7.5 1990: 1 USD = ₹17.5 2000: 1 USD = ₹44.94 2020: 1 USD = ₹76.38 The pace of depreciation has accel...