Kunal Kamra’s jibe at Shinde triggers Sena fury; hotel where his show was filmed vandalised

India and China discussed the early resumption of the Kailash Mansarovar Yatra during the 33rd WMCC meeting in Beijing, aiming to ease tensions and promote bilateral relations. Senior officials from both countries, including Gourangalal Das and Hong Liang, addressed the need for peace along the LAC and explored measures for cross-border cooperation, in addition to implementing decisions from the 23rd Special Representatives’ meeting. The pilgrimage, significant for Indian devotees, has been on hold due to...

The EPFO is set to introduce UPI for processing claims, aiming to enhance efficiency and reduce transaction time, as approved by the Labour and Employment ministry and the NPCI. EPFO members will soon be able to withdraw their provident fund through UPI and ATMs by the end of May or June this year, with expanded options for housing, education, and marriage funds. Claim processing time has been reduced to 3 days, with plans to further...

Forty years ago, President Ronald Reagan introduced the Strategic Defense Initiative, aiming to create a missile defence system known as "Star Wars," which was later abandoned. Now, President Trump has revived the concept with the "Golden Dome," a comprehensive shield against various missile threats, utilizing space-based sensors and interceptors. Unlike existing systems, the Golden Dome seeks to provide nationwide protection against long-range weapons, emphasizing the need for advanced technologies and a multi-layered approach to safeguard...

The Indian Army has refuted claims of one of its Remotely Piloted Aircraft (RPA) being "hacked" by the Chinese side, dismissing the social media post as "completely baseless and factually incorrect". The Army emphasized its commitment to the security and operational integrity of its assets, urging media and social media users to avoid sharing unverified and misleading content to prevent unnecessary alarm and misinformation. This response follows allegations that an RPA had entered Chinese territory...

The U.S. Navy is set to reveal the contractor for its next-generation carrier-based stealth fighter, part of a program aimed at countering China's influence in the Indo-Pacific region. The multi-billion dollar contract is expected to span decades and will replace the Navy's existing F/A-18E/F Super Hornet fleet with a jet featuring advanced stealth capabilities and enhanced integration capabilities. The decision will be a significant milestone for the F/A-XX program, with the new Secretary of the...

Three Naxalites were killed in an encounter with security forces in Chhattisgarh's Dantewada district. The gunfight occurred during an anti-Naxalite operation in a forest area bordering Dantewada and Bijapur districts. The bodies of the Naxalites, along with firearms and explosives, were recovered, and the operation is ongoing. Full Article