NEW DELHI: Following widespread opposition demonstrations and adjournment notices in Parliament regarding the recruitment exam protests in Jharkhand, the Central Government has agreed to a structured discussion in both Houses. The administration confirmed that the Union Home Minister will address Parliament directly to deliver an official response regarding the matter. Opposition lawmakers disrupted proceedings in both the Lok Sabha and Rajya Sabha, raising concerns over law enforcement responses, including the use of water cannons on student demonstrators, while questioning exam administration standards. The disruptions prompted interventions by parliamentary affairs representatives, who stated that the government remains fully prepared to address…
Author: India Aware
RANCHI: Demonstrations against alleged irregularities and paper leaks in Jharkhand state recruitment examinations escalated as thousands of student protesters attempted to march toward the Chief Minister’s residence in Ranchi. Security forces deployed water cannons to disperse crowds attempting to bypass heavy barricading, resulting in confrontations between demonstrators and law enforcement personnel. Protesting candidates assert that compromised evaluation procedures and a lack of transparency in public service and staff selection exams have threatened the career prospects of qualified youth. Following days of peaceful sit-ins without administrative resolution, students mobilized in large numbers to demand a comprehensive central agency investigation into the…
NEW DELHI: Prime Minister Narendra Modi and US Vice President JD Vance held a high-level telephonic conversation to review the trajectory of the India-US Comprehensive Global Strategic Partnership. The leaders discussed avenues to deepen bilateral ties across major economic and security sectors, with the Prime Minister later sharing key highlights of the interaction on social media. During the call, both leaders reaffirmed their commitment to strengthening collaboration in bilateral trade, defense technology, critical and emerging technologies, energy security, and critical minerals supply chains. They also exchanged perspectives on pressing regional and global developments of mutual interest, reflecting sustained top-level engagement…
NEW DELHI: Prime Minister Narendra Modi hosted the medalists of the Glasgow Commonwealth Games 2026 contingent at his official residence. During the interaction, the Prime Minister commended the athletes, coaches, and support staff for their outstanding achievements on the international stage. He emphasized that the national flag raised by Indian athletes reflects both their rigorous preparation and the collective pride of 1.4 billion citizens. During the informal session, Prime Minister Modi discussed the mental resilience required during high-pressure moments and listened to personal tournament experiences shared by the competitors. He particularly commended debutants and younger athletes for displaying exceptional sportsmanship…
PUNE: On the auspicious occasion of the holy month of Shravan, thousands of devotees are gathering at the sacred Bhimashankar Temple, nestled in the Sahyadri hills of Maharashtra’s Pune district. Situated at the source of the Bhima River, this revered shrine is celebrated not only for its natural splendor but also for its unique worship of Lord Shiva in his Ardhanarishvara form. Pilgrims consider performing ritual water offerings and taking darshan here during Shravan to be of immense spiritual merit. The defining feature of the Bhimashankar Jyotirlinga is its self-manifested (Swayambhu) Shivling, which appears naturally divided into two halves. One…
WASHINGTON: The US Senate passed a major sanctions bill by an overwhelming bipartisan majority, granting authority to the US administration to impose import tariffs of up to 100 percent on goods originating from nations that continue purchasing crude oil and natural gas from Russia. The primary objective of the legislation is to restrict global energy revenues flowing to Russia. Countries maintaining significant Russian energy imports, including India and China, fall within the scope of the proposed measures. Under the terms of the legislation, if a country continues energy transactions with Russia, the US administration holds the authority to levy tariffs…
ST. LOUIS / NEW DELHI: Indian Grandmaster R Praggnanandhaa achieved a major competitive milestone by winning the St. Louis Rapid and Blitz tournament in the United States. Facing a high-caliber international field featuring top-ranked players, the 19-year-old maintained strong form throughout the event, delivering consistent performances across both the rapid and blitz formats to secure top honors. Throughout the tournament, Praggnanandhaa demonstrated tactical composure under time pressure, recording crucial victories against experienced international grandmasters and former world champions. His dominant showing reinforced the rising prominence of Indian chess players on the global elite circuit. The victory drew widespread recognition from…
NEW DELHI: In a initiative aimed at streamlining international education workflows for Indian applicants, DigiLocker, operating under the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology, has signed a strategic partnership with the Association of Australian Education Representatives in India (AAERI). The agreement focuses on digitizing and securing the credential verification process for Indian students applying to Australian higher education institutions. Under the new framework, Australian universities and immigration authorities can verify academic transcripts, degree certificates, and related documentation directly through DigiLocker in real time. This digital integration eliminates manual processing delays, reduces administrative costs, and mitigates risks associated with fraudulent documentation.…
MEERUT: In celebration of the holy month of Shravan, Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath visited Meerut to welcome Kanwar pilgrims returning with holy water from Haridwar. Positioned along the Delhi-Dehradun National Highway, the Chief Minister showered flower petals on the passing pilgrims from a dedicated stage and helicopter, inspiring chants of “Har Har Mahadev” throughout the corridor. Reviewing operational arrangements along the pilgrimage route, the Chief Minister reaffirmed the state government’s commitment to respecting religious traditions and ensuring robust security for all devotees. Administrative officials were directed to maintain high standards of cleanliness, healthcare access, drinking water supply, and street…
NEW DELHI: Indian bullion markets recorded historic highs driven by a sustained rally in domestic and international precious metal prices. On the Multi Commodity Exchange (MCX), gold futures breached previous records to cross ₹1.49 lakh per 10 grams for the first time. Strong investor demand for safe-haven assets amid global economic uncertainties contributed to active buying in the futures market. Market analysts attribute the price surge to continuous gold accumulation by central banks worldwide, currency market fluctuations, and broader macroeconomic shifts. Institutional investors have increasingly allocated capital toward gold to hedge against inflation and economic volatility. Domestic demand has similarly…