Noida Amul requests return of ice cream container due to customer finding centipede. admin, June 16, 2024 The food safety department in Noida has initiated an investigation into a claim made by a woman regarding a centipede found inside an ice cream tub she ordered through a delivery app. The woman, named Deepa Devi, shared a picture of the insect in the ice cream tub on X… Continue Reading
Maryland Cannabis Legalization Maryland Governor to Pardon 100,000 Marijuana Convicts in “Righting Historical Wrongs admin, June 16, 2024 The Washington Post reported a significant act of clemency involving the pardon of about 100,000 individuals with misdemeanor convictions for possession of marijuana or paraphernalia in Maryland. This action is part of a broader effort to address social and economic injustices that disproportionately impact Black communities. The move is described… Continue Reading
Thimphu, Bhutan Adani Meets Bhutan PM and King; Signs Deal to Construct 570 MW Hydro Plant admin, June 16, 2024 Mr. Adani recently visited Bhutan and had a meeting with the Prime Minister, Dasho Tshering Tobgay, and King Jigme Khesar Namgyel Wangchuck in Thimphu. He expressed admiration for the Prime Minister’s efforts in advancing the vision of the King and his pursuit of infrastructure initiatives across the kingdom. Mr. Adani… Continue Reading
Gurpatwant Singh Pannun Nikhil Gupta, Indian Accused Extradited to US From Czech Republic for Murder Plot: Report admin, June 16, 2024 Federal prosecutors allege that Nikhil Gupta hired a hitman to kill Gurpatwant Singh Pannun. Gupta, 52, was arrested in the Czech Republic last year at the request of the US government on charges of being involved in a plot to assassinate Sikh separatist Gurpatwant Singh Pannun. He is expected to… Continue Reading
HKH Region Snowfall Decline Record Low Snow in Hindu Kush Himalaya Raises Fear of Water Shortage admin, June 16, 2024 Snow persistence dropped 17 per cent below normal in the Ganga basin. Leading experts from the International Centre for Integrated Mountain Development (ICIMOD), a Nepal-based intergovernmental organisation, have urged water management officials to initiate drought management strategies and preemptive emergency water supply measures. The Hindu Kush Himalaya (HKH) region heavily… Continue Reading
Spiti Valley Body of Missing American Citizen Discovered In Himachal Pradesh by Police admin, June 16, 2024 The police reported that Trevor Bokstaahlar (31) had gone missing during his visit to the Spiti Valley, prompting the formation of a search team. They conducted searches in various areas of Kaza and found a rented motorcycle belonging to the American citizen near a deserted area close to Tashigang. However,… Continue Reading
Zomato Paytm discusses selling movie ticketing business with Zomato, according to report. admin, June 16, 2024 Paytm, a beleaguered fintech company, is reportedly in discussions with online food delivery firm Zomato to sell its movie and events ticketing business. The talks are said to be in advanced stages, with other potential buyers also showing interest in the business. However, no final decision has been made yet,… Continue Reading
Bhopal, India 60 Children Rescued From Distillery in Horrific Case of Child Labor in Madhya Pradesh admin, June 16, 2024 The child rights team found 20 girls among 60 children during a visit to Som Distillery by the National Commission for Protection of Child Rights (NCPCR). Following complaints, the team discovered that more than 60 children, including 20 girls, were working in hazardous conditions, some with severe chemical burns. Priyank… Continue Reading
Transgender Rights in West Bengal Calcutta High Court Orders West Bengal to Ensure 1% Reservation for Transgenders admin, June 16, 2024 The high court order was passed on a petition by a transgender person. Noting that the state government adopted a policy of equal treatment in employment to transgenders, the court said the reservation has, however, not yet been made for them. Justice Rajasekhar Mantha directed the chief secretary of the… Continue Reading
Elon Musk Elon Musk advises against using electronic voting machines. Examining their functionality. admin, June 16, 2024 Elon Musk, CEO of Tesla, sparked a discussion about the use of electronic voting machines (EVMs), expressing concerns about potential vulnerabilities to hacking and advocating for their elimination. His statement on X (formerly Twitter) prompted senior Congress leader Rahul Gandhi to voice support for Musk, decrying EVMs as a “black… Continue Reading