The BJP has called for a 12-hour Bangla Bandh today, August 28, from 6 am to 6 pm, protesting police actions against students rallying for justice in the RG Kar rape and murder case. Although no official school closures have been announced, Mahua Moitra tweeted accusing the BJP of forcibly shutting down schools.
Germany increases annual visas for skilled Indian workers from 20,000 to 90,000, enhancing bilateral ties. Chancellor Scholz and PM Modi focus on economic growth, defence, and clean energy collaboration. A new green hydrogen roadmap and streamlined visa process are also introduced, marking deeper cooperation.
“Real Time” host Bill Maher shared his own mixed reactions about Vice President Kamala Harris’ CNN interview, offering both praise and criticism for the Democratic nominee. “I thought she did great. I thought she did fine,” Maher began the panel discussion Friday night. “I don’t know why we ever thought she was as bad as…
Pakistani TikToker Imsha Rehman, who vanished from social media after alleged explicit videos leaked online in 2024, has spoken out about the ordeal. She described the devastating impact and revealed that Pakistan’s FIA arrested one person. Rehman emphasized the harm caused by sharing fake videos.
Latin American payments firm dLocal has secured a U.K. payment institution license, adding to its growing portfolio of licenses as it furthers global expansion.
A traveler recently took to Reddit to share a screenshot showing what a Delta gate agent (GA) did to enhance passengers’ comfort on a less-than-full flight. The post in the “r/delta” forum is earning praise for the thoughtful move made by the agent at St. Louis Lambert International Airport in Missouri. “Not a very…
The Consortium of Medical, Engineering, and Dental Colleges of Karnataka (COMEDK) has revised the Round 3 2024 counselling schedule. Candidates can fill their choices from September 4 to 6. Seat allotment results will be released on September 9. Candidates must accept their seats and pay the fees by September 12. Classes are projected to begin…