In a move aimed at bolstering public support, the Bihar government, led by Chief Minister Nitish Kumar, has unveiled a series of significant welfare initiatives. Key decisions include raising the social security pension to ₹1,100 per month, constructing marriage halls in every panchayat for economically disadvantaged families, and subsidizing meals through the ‘Didi Ki Rasoi’ program. The government has allocated substantial funds for these schemes, reflecting a focus on social welfare and infrastructure development. The state cabinet approved the ‘Mukhyamantri Kanya Vivah Mandap Yojana,’ under which marriage halls will be built in all approximately 8,000 panchayats at a cost of…
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The Axiom-4 mission, carrying Indian astronaut Shubhanshu Shukla, is scheduled to launch on Wednesday, June 25, at 12:01 PM (IST). Following multiple delays, the mission is now set for liftoff. SpaceX confirmed via a post that the launch conditions are favorable, with all systems functioning correctly. The presence of Group Captain Shukla, who will pilot the Ax-4 mission, adds a special significance for Indians. Shukla is also among the four astronauts selected for ISRO’s Gaganyaan mission. Shukla expressed his excitement about piloting the historic Axiom Mission 4 (Ax-4) to the International Space Station (ISS). Born in Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh, on…
The Axiom 4 mission, which includes Indian astronaut Shubhanshu Shukla, is scheduled to launch at 12:01 PM (IST) today. SpaceX reported that all systems are functioning correctly ahead of the launch. NASA, Axiom Space, and SpaceX are targeting a 2:31 a.m. EDT launch (12:01 PM IST) on Wednesday. This marks the fourth private astronaut mission to the International Space Station (ISS). SpaceX announced on X that the weather conditions are 90% favorable for the launch from Launch Complex 39A at NASA’s Kennedy Space Centre in Florida. The launch can be viewed live on SpaceX’s X and NASA’s YouTube channel. Earlier,…
Former actress Sana Khan has shared the sad news of her mother’s passing on her Instagram Stories. She expressed her grief with the words: “Inna Lillahi Wa inna ilaih rajioon.” Her mother, Mrs. Saeeda, passed away after a period of poor health. The Namaz-e-Janaza will be held at Oshiwara Qabrasthan following the Isha prayer at 9:45 PM. Sana Khan has requested prayers for her mother. In 2020, Sana Khan left the entertainment industry to focus on her spiritual journey. She has often spoken about her close relationship with her mother, who supported her decision to leave showbiz.
A disabled man in Raipur, Chhattisgarh, was murdered due to a land dispute. The perpetrators wrapped the body in cement, placed it in a suitcase, and then in a steel trunk before disposing of it. The police investigation revealed that the man’s wife was involved in the murder plot. After receiving reports of a body found in the DD Nagar area of Raipur, authorities began an investigation. CCTV footage identified the suspects as Ankit Upadhyay, a lawyer, and his wife. The investigation revealed that the couple plotted the murder over a land brokerage dispute involving the victim, Kishore Divyang Pakra.…
North India experienced a cloudy and pleasant start to Wednesday, June 25, 2025, with the India Meteorological Department (IMD) forecasting continued rainfall through the weekend. The IMD has issued alerts for heavy rains and thunderstorms across several regions in Northeast India for the next seven days. The weather forecast includes predictions of intense downpours over Bihar, Jharkhand, Odisha, and Chhattisgarh from the 25th to the 28th; Vidarbha on the 25th; Gangetic West Bengal from the 25th to the 27th; Sub-Himalayan West Bengal and Sikkim on the 25th, 28th, and 29th of June; Punjab, Haryana, Himachal Pradesh, Uttarakhand, West Uttar Pradesh,…
The fourth season of ‘Panchayat’ has premiered on Prime Video, leaving fans eager for more. The series follows Abhishek Tripathi, who becomes a Panchayat secretary due to a lack of job opportunities, and becomes entangled in village politics. Season 4’s conclusion, marked by a significant cliffhanger, has prompted questions about a potential fifth season. The season concludes with Pradhan ji and Manju Devi losing the Panchayat election to Bhushan and Kranti Devi. This outcome casts uncertainty over Abhishek’s future in Phulera and jeopardizes the positions of Pradhan and Manju. Actress Saanvika, who plays Rinky, shared in an interview that the…
Widespread rainfall is occurring across India, with the southwest monsoon strengthening due to a system in the Bay of Bengal. This has created favorable weather conditions for the monsoon in various states. Several regions experienced heavy rainfall on Tuesday. The capital city, Delhi, is expected to receive relief from the heat with the arrival of the monsoon, bringing cloudy skies and light to moderate rain. The yellow alert has been issued. The maximum temperature is expected to be 35 degrees Celsius and the minimum 27 degrees Celsius. Light to moderate rain is expected to continue until June 29th, with heavy…
In a significant move towards modernizing the Armed Forces, Defence Minister Rajnath Singh has authorized the Chief of Defence Staff (CDS) and the Secretary of the Department of Military Affairs (DMA) to issue Joint Instructions and Joint Orders applicable to all three Services. This decision, announced by the Defence Ministry, represents a departure from the previous system where each Service issued its own separate instructions for matters involving two or more Services. The first Joint Order, released on June 24, 2025, focuses on streamlining procedures, reducing redundancies, and fostering greater cross-Service cooperation. This initiative aims to enhance transparency, coordination, and…
The Indian Embassy in Iran has begun to reduce its evacuation operations for Indian nationals. This decision follows the announcement of a ceasefire between Israel and Iran on Tuesday. The embassy had initiated the evacuation process due to heightened regional tensions. The embassy announced the closure of its contact desk for new evacuation registrations. However, it stated that it would continue monitoring the security situation closely. Indians in other parts of Iran who planned to travel to Mashhad for evacuation are advised to stay in their current locations and monitor news updates from the embassy. Those who had already arrived…