KOLKATA: The state animal resources development department is conducting a survey on domesticated animals in Bengal for the Centre’s 21st livestock census across the country.Several pet owners in Kolkata and suburbs are reportedly hiding their furry babies from the prying eyes of the census, according to officials who are facing challenges in conducting the survey.They…
MUMBAI: Kashinath Bhoir has not returned to the Versova jetty for a week: he and numerous other fishermen have ventured almost 100 nautical miles (around 185km) into the sea to secure their catch. Dnyanesh, his brother, says the fog that blanketed a vast expanse of Arabian sea off Mumbai’s coast last week has made the…
MYSURU: A leopard was sighted at the Infosys campus in Mysuru early Tuesday, sending foresters and police on a hunt to trap the big cat.CCTV footage confirmed the leopard’s presence some 100 metres from the hostel at the high-security campus located in the Hebbal industrial area on the outskirts of the city. However, personnel from…
NEW DELHI: Delhi chief minister Atishi on Tuesday raised concerns over the order for the demolition of multiple religious structures in the city, and urged Lieutenant Governor Vinai Kumar Saxena to reconsider the orders. In a letter addressed to Saxena, Atishi said that the Religious Committee had decided to demolish several temples and Buddhist structures…
NEW DELHI: In the 2024 election season, political slogans became more than just catchy phrases; they were powerful tools for influencing public opinion, mobilising voters, and shaping the narratives of various campaigns. Slogans, often short but impactful, encapsulated the core messages of political parties and provided a sense of direction for their supporters.These slogans reflected…
This is an AI-generated image (Picture credit: Lexica AI) India’s defence sector in 2024 showcased significant progress in achieving self-reliance and gaining global recognition. With record-breaking indigenous defence production and exports, the nation transitioned from an importer to a key player in the global defence market. India commissioned new ships for its navy and added…
NEW DELHI: This year, the Supreme Court delivered several landmark judgments, shaping the legal landscape and setting critical precedents for the future. From bail exceptions for election campaigns to rulings on contentious laws, the top court addressed a wide array of issues.In a rare move, the top court granted the former Delhi chief minister interim…
NEW DELHI: 2024 will be remembered for the return of coalition politics at the Centre after a gap of 10 years with the regional parties playing a key role in the formation of the BJP-led NDA 3.0 government. Even the opposition space was firmly dominated by a coalition of regional parties – which were led…
Key leaders elected around the world in 2024 The year 2024 brought dramatic transformations across the globe, reshaping the global political scene, influenced by economic challenges, social movements and policy concerns.The elections in over 70 countries ushered in new faces and fresh mandates. Here’s a snapshot of key elections that defined the year by bringing…
Biren Singh (Picture credit: Agencies) NEW DELHI: Manipur chief minister N Biren Singh on Tuesday expressed regret over the ongoing crisis in the state, and offered an apology to the people of Manipur for the turmoil that has plagued the region since May 2023. Reflecting on the events of the past year, the Manipur CM…
