In Himachal Pradesh, eligible residents can access financial support for building homes under the Swaran Jayanti Ashray Yojana. This initiative provides a grant of Rs 1,50,000 to help establish new residences. To qualify, applicants must be permanent residents belonging to SC, ST, or OBC categories, without any house ownership, and must adhere to specified income
India’s hotel sector anticipates stronger growth in the second half of fiscal year twenty twenty seven. Robust domestic leisure demand and recovering corporate travel will support this positive outlook. International travel is also expected to improve, aiding overall industry performance. Limited new hotel supply will help maintain room rates and revenue per available room. Industry
A case has been filed against Mamata Banerjee and Trinamool Chhatra Parishad organisers. This action follows an alleged violation of a Calcutta High Court order. Supporters reportedly pushed barricades and jostled with police personnel. Traffic was disrupted on Cathedral Road during the event. The programme also continued beyond the court-permitted time.
Russian petrol stations are rationing fuel due to Ukrainian drone attacks on refineries. These strikes have disrupted domestic fuel supplies, causing shortages across the nation. Russia is now importing finished petrol from countries like India to meet demand. This unusual trade flow highlights the difference between crude production and refining capacity. The ongoing refinery damage
In a harsh rebuke, Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath labeled the Samajwadi Party a ‘gang of dacoits’ for allegedly plundering the state treasury during its rule. He proudly showcased the advancements in development and security achieved during his leadership, drawing sharp contrasts with the chaos of previous administrations. Adityanath also referenced the tragic encephalitis
The US Department of Homeland Security is considering a proposal that may eliminate the 60-day grace period for foreign workers, particularly affecting H-1B visa holders and countless Indian professionals. This grace period currently allows individuals to seek new jobs or modify their status before needing to leave the US. Without it in place, workers may
Neeraj Chopra ruled out of season with ankle ligament tear, to miss 2026 Asian Games The Indian Express
Comedian Samay Raina’s recent show has drawn criticism for alleged remarks about certain communities. BJP MLA Ram Kadam condemned these statements, calling them publicity stunts. During the episode, Raina also made a joke about Archana Puran Singh’s vlogging. Archana responded sharply, stating that abusing is a talent. The show’s clips are currently circulating widely on
Iran’s leadership has appointed hard-line military and security officials to key positions. These moves signal a resistance to US pressure and a crackdown on domestic dissent. The new appointments come as Iran faces prolonged confrontation and economic pressure. Hardliners are tightening their grip around the new supreme leader, Ayatollah Mojtaba Khamenei. This consolidation aims to
