Shimla, Jan 2 (UNI) December 2025 turned out to be one of the driest months on record in Himachal Pradesh, with the state receiving a mere 0.1 mm rainfall, reflecting a 99 per cent deficit against the normal of 38.1 mm. According to the India Meteorological Department (IMD), this makes December 2025 the sixth lowest…
New Delhi, Jan 1 (UNI) The government has imposed a fresh and comprehensive excise duty framework on cigarettes and other tobacco products, signalling a decisive tightening of its taxation and regulatory stance on the sector. Industry reacted with dismay, saying it was “shocked and surprised” at the move. A series of Central Excise notifications issued…
New Delhi, Jan 1 (UNI) The Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) has flagged safety issues on Air India flights AI-358 and AI-357 and issued a show-cause notice to the pilot concerned, citing aircraft dispatch, MEL compliance, and crew decision-making. According to the DGCA notice, the pilot accepted the aircraft notwithstanding repeated issues and ongoing…
New Delhi, Jan 1(UNI) On the first day of the New Year, Delhi CM Rekha Gupta visited the ancient Hanuman Temple(Marghat Wale) at Yamuna Bazaar and performed traditional prayers, seeking the blessings of Lord Bajrang Bali. Official said she prayed for happiness, peace, prosperity, and a bright future for the nation and the people of…
New Delhi, Jan 1 (UNI) Delhi Social Welfare Minister Ravinder Indraj has stated that no compromise would be made on the quality of development works and that strict action would be taken against officials and agencies failing to complete works within a stipulated timeframe. Interacting with local residents, Ravinder Indraj directed officials to ensure that…
New Delhi, January 1 (UNI) “The weapon systems developed by DRDO played a decisive role during Operation Sindoor, which serves as a testament to the professionalism and commitment of the organisation towards safeguarding national interests,” said Defence Minister Rajnath Singh during his visit to the DRDO Headquarters in the national capital today. On the occasion…
New Delhi, Jan 1 (UNI) Air Marshal Nagesh Kapoor took charge as the Vice Chief of the Air Staff, Indian Air Force on Thursday. Kapoor took over from Air Marshal Narmdeshwar Tiwari who superannuated after 40 years of distinguished service to the nation. The Air Marshal graduated from the National Defence Academy in December 1985…
New Delhi, Jan 1 (UNI) Lt Gen Harpal Singh on Thursday assumed charge as the 29th Director General Border Roads (DGBR), marking the formal taking over of the reins of the Border Roads Organisation (BRO). Lt Gen Harpal Singh was commissioned into the Corps of Engineers in June 1991. During his illustrious career spanning more…
New Delhi, Jan 1 (UNI) The Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) on Thursday said that while major cities globally saw large gatherings, Connaught Place was empty due to the police action. AAP MLA Sanjeev Jha accused the BJP of placing restrictions on public celebrations. The party’s Delhi State President, Saurabh Bharadwaj, said the BJP didn’t want…
New Delhi, Jan 1 (UNI): Marking the 28th anniversary of the All India Trinamool Congress (TMC), West Bengal Chief Minister and party supremo Mamata Banerjee issued a powerful statement of defiance on Thursday, vowing that her party will never succumb to “malevolent forces.” Leading the celebrations for the party she founded in 1998, Banerjee reaffirmed…
