Bhopal: The issue of 27% reservation for Other Backward Classes (OBC) in Madhya Pradesh has ignited a fresh political feud, with Congress leader and former Chief Minister Kamal Nath accusing the BJP government of a conspiracy against the community. In a statement, Nath claimed that his government had implemented 27% OBC reservation in 2019, but…
Tight security arrangements for Idol immersion Bhopal: The city will bid an emotional farewell to Lord Ganesha on the occasion of Anant Chaturdashi on Saturday. Devotees across the city will perform final rituals and offer prayers, seeking blessings and inviting the beloved deity to return next year. The day marks the end of the 10-day…
Brussels, Sep 6 (UNI) Tech giant Google has been fined €2.95bn by the EU for allegedly abusing its power in the ad tech sector – the technology which determines which adverts should be placed online and where. The European Commission said on Friday the tech giant had breached competition laws by favouring its own products…
Moscow, Sep 6 (UNI) Millions of Russians are facing new restrictions imposed in mid-August by Russia’s media regulator, Roskomnadzor, on calls made through the two platforms – WhatsApp and Telegram, the most popular messaging apps in Russia. The timing coincides with the rollout of a new “national messenger” app known as Max and created by…
Moscow, Sep 6 (UNI) Russian President Vladimir Putin has rejected Western proposals for a “reassurance force” in Ukraine the day after any ceasefire comes into place, following a Paris summit aimed at finalising plans for security guarantees. French President Emmanuel Macron said 26 of Ukraine’s allies had formally committed to deploying troops “by land, sea…
PCC Chief Jitu Patwari and MLA Arif Masood also included Bhopal: Bhopal came alive with vibrant processions and festivities on Friday to mark Eid Milad-un-Nabi, the birthday of Prophet Muhammad. Two major processions were taken out, with thousands of devotees participating to celebrate the sacred occasion. The events featured community feasts (langars) and were attended…
Bhopal: Shariq Ahmed, alias “Machli,” a figure already embroiled in alleged “Forced conversion” and drug cases, is now facing renewed scrutiny from police. Authorities are set to reopen an old assault case and could soon charge him, presenting a supplementary challan to the court. The case dates back to October 1, 2016, when railway employee…
Bengaluru, (UNI) Randeep Singh Surjewala, AICC General Secretary and Karnataka Congress In-charge, has warmly welcomed the Karnataka government’s decision to conduct urban and rural local body elections using ballot papers instead of electronic voting machines (EVMs). He described the move as a bold initiative aimed at restoring voter confidence and reinforcing democratic principles. “This decision…
Bhopal: The Malayali community celebrated Onam festival with traditional fervour on Friday at V.D. Nair Complex, Mahabali Nagar. A huge Pookkalam (flower rangoli) was decorated in the courtyard, through which Emperor Mahabali and Lord Vaman were welcomed. This tradition has been continuously followed here for the last 20 years. In the program that started at…
Bhopal: A woman in Bhopal has filed a police complaint against her husband, alleging she was subjected to domestic abuse and then given instant triple talaq. The incident, which took place in the Tila Jamalpur area, has led to a police investigation and highlights the continued challenges faced by women despite the legal ban on…
