New Delhi, Mar 3 (UNI) The Congress on Monday distanced itself from the remarks made by its spokesperson Shama Mohammed on cricketer Rohit Sharma, saying the “party holds the contributions of sporting icons in the highest regard and does not endorse any statements that undermine their legacy.” On his social media handle X, senior party…
New Delhi, March 3 (UNI) In a landmark judgment, the Supreme Court on Monday held that visually impaired candidates are eligible for appointment to judicial services in India. A bench comprising Justices JB Pardiwala and R. Mahadevan ruled that no person can be denied consideration for recruitment in the judicial service solely on account of…
New Delhi, Mar 3 (UNI) Prime Minister Narendra Modi called upon the people to protect and preserve biodiversity, saying, “Every species plays a vital role. Let’s safeguard their future for generations to come.” The Prime Minister made these remarks today as “World Wildlife Day” is being celebrated today to raise awareness about the importance of…
New Delhi, Mar 3 (UNI) Chief of Defence Staff (CDS) General Anil Chauhan will embark on a four-day official visit to Australia, reflecting the deepening ties between both the countries in the realm of defence cooperation. During his visit from 4-7 March, he will engage in wide-ranging discussions with senior officials from the Australian Department…
Srinagar, Mar 3 (UNI) The picturesque ski resort of Gulmarg in Jammu and Kashmir is all set to host the second leg of the Khelo India Winter Games 2025 (KIWG) from March 9 to 12. The event, originally scheduled from February 22 to 25, had to be postponed due to a lack of snow in…
Required rare Bombay Blood Group at AIIMS Bhopal: In a remarkable display of compassion, a timely blood donation at AIIMS Bhopal saved the life of a pregnant woman diagnosed with the extremely rare Bombay blood group. Admitted for delivery, the patient faced a critical situation, as finding a compatible blood donor for her condition is…
Washington, (UNI) U.S. President Donald Trump has signed an executive order making English the official language of the United States, media reports said. It means government agencies and organisations that receive federal funding can choose whether they want to offer documents and services in languages other than English. It rescinds a policy that required such…
Moscow, Mar 3 (UNI) A fire broke out at an oil refinery in the southwestern Russian city of Ufa, but poses no threat to local residents, the country’s RIA Novosti news agency reported Monday. “Preliminary reports indicate the fire broke out in the incinerator area of the facility, posing no threat to nearby residents,” said…
Damascus, Mar 3 (UNI) At least four people were killed and more than 13 others injured when a gunman on a motorcycle opened fire on Sunday on a group of worshippers in the village of Hayalin, central Syria’s Hama, local media Sham FM reported. The shooter targeted people leaving a mosque, causing panic and chaos…
Gaza, Mar 3 (UNI) Israel will only be able to “get its captives back” through a prisoner exchange deal, senior Hamas official Mahmoud Mardawi said Sunday in a press statement. “Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is delusional if he thinks he can achieve his goals through the starvation war imposed on the Gaza Strip,” Mardawi…
