Amit Shah Chairs High-Level Security Review Meeting in Bikaner, Focus on Strengthening India-Pak Border Security
Union Home and Cooperation Minister Amit Shah chaired a high-level security review meeting in Bikaner to assess security arrangements along the India-Pakistan International Border. The meeting focused on stronger coordination, strict enforcement measures, border development and implementation of a “360-degree security grid” in border districts.
Gujarat Reports First Suspected Ebola Case Amid Rising Cases in Africa
Gujarat has reported its first suspected Ebola case after a man from Vadodara showing Ebola-like symptoms was admitted to Ahmedabad Civil Hospital. Authorities have intensified airport screening and isolation measures as cases rise in African countries including Uganda, Congo, and South Sudan. Special isolation wards have also been prepared.
Cabinet Approves ₹25,530 Crore SARTHAK-PDS Scheme Till 2031 to Modernise Food Distribution System
The Union Cabinet has approved the continuation of the SARTHAK-PDS programme for another five years with an allocation of ₹25,530 crore till March 2031. The scheme aims to modernise the public distribution system through technology-driven reforms, improved logistics, real-time monitoring, and better last-mile delivery of subsidised foodgrains.
Supreme Court Clears Way for Nationwide Voter List Revision, Upholds EC’s SIR Exercise in Bihar
In a landmark ruling, the Supreme Court has validated the Election Commission’s Special Intensive Revision exercise in Bihar, paving the way for similar drives across the country to ensure cleaner electoral rolls and strengthen democratic processes.
Byju’s Founder Byju Raveendran Sentenced to Six Months in Jail by Singapore Court
Singapore court sentences Byju’s founder Byju Raveendran to six months imprisonment for failing to comply with multiple court orders related to his assets since April 2024, adding to the mounting challenges faced by the embattled edtech company.
Centre Launches BHAVYA Scheme to Develop 100 Plug-and-Play Industrial Parks with ₹33,660 Crore Outlay
The Union Government has launched the BHAVYA scheme with an outlay of ₹33,660 crore to set up 100 plug-and-play industrial parks across India. Announcing the guidelines on Saturday, Union Minister Piyush Goyal stated that the initiative aims to boost manufacturing, attract investments, and generate large-scale employment opportunities.
Government Rejects Rumours of Monetising Gold from Temples and Homes
The Centre has firmly dismissed rumours that it plans to monetise gold lying in temples and households, calling them false and misleading. The Finance Ministry clarified on Tuesday that it has no such intention and urged citizens to rely only on official sources.
Severe Heatwave Intensifies Across North and Central India; Delhi on Orange Alert
Heatwave conditions are set to worsen in northwest and central India this week, with temperatures rising further. The India Meteorological Department has issued warnings for several states, including an orange alert for Delhi where the mercury may touch 45°C. Monsoon onset is expected around May 26 in Kerala.
V.D. Satheesan sworn in as Kerala Chief Minister with full cabinet in historic ceremony
Congress veteran takes oath along with 20-member cabinet in Thiruvananthapuram, marking a rare simultaneous swearing-in after nearly 60 years and signalling UDF's strong return to power in the southern state.
IMD Revamps Heatwave Alerts with Percentile Threshold for Humid Areas
India Meteorological Department plans significant update to heatwave criteria to better capture dangerous humid conditions in coastal regions, moving beyond absolute temperature thresholds.
