4G Coverage: The Department of Telecom (DoT) introduces the Intra Circle Roaming (ICR) service, enabling Jio, Airtel, and BSNL users to access 4G services across networks, improving connectivity, especially in rural areas The Department of Telecommunications (DoT) has unveiled the Intra Circle Roaming (ICR) service, allowing Jio, Airtel, and BSNL subscribers to access 4G services across different networks. This initiative aims to enhance connectivity, particularly in rural and remote regions. Traditionally, users could only connect through towers operated by their specific telecom service provider (TSP). With the implementation of ICR, customers can now utilize towers funded by the Digital Bharat…
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Ancestral properties worth Rs 15,000 crore belonging to Bollywood actor Saif Ali Khan’s Pataudi family in Madhya Pradesh, with a majority of them in Bhopal, may come under the Centre’s control after a court lifted a stay order on these assets. The Madhya Pradesh High Court lifted the stay imposed on the ancestral properties, which could result in their acquisition under the Enemy Property Act, 1968. According to the Act, the Central government can claim properties owned by individuals who migrated to Pakistan after Partition in 1947. On December 13, 2024, a single bench of the High Court asked the…
On Tuesday, U.S. President Donald Trump addressed the ongoing discourse surrounding the H-1B visa program, articulating his appreciation for both perspectives while emphasizing the necessity of welcoming highly skilled individuals into the nation. He remarked, “I like both sides of the argument, but I also like very competent people coming into our country.” This statement was made during a joint press conference at the White House, featuring Oracle CTO Larry Ellison, SoftBank CEO Masayoshi Son, and OpenAI CEO Sam Altman. Trump underscored the importance of admitting proficient individuals across various professions, stating, “We want competent people coming into our country.…
The interstate forces acting on intelligence inputs about many Naxalities operating in the deep forests in the border area launched an operation on January 19 At least 14 Naxalities were killed in a gunfight with the security forces on Monday during a joint operation launched by Odisha and Chhattisgarh police. This incident comes a day after two women Naxalities were gunned down by security forces in Chhattisgarh. A top Naxal commander, Jayram alias Chalapathi, with a reward of Rs 1 crore, was also killed, said a senior police official. The joint interstate operation, assisted by the Central Reserve Police Force…
On January 20, 2025, President Donald Trump, inaugurated as the 47th President of the United States, signed an executive order aiming to terminate birthright citizenship for children born to non-citizen parents. This directive seeks to amend the automatic conferment of U.S. citizenship to individuals born on American soil, a practice rooted in the 14th Amendment of the U.S. Constitution. Understanding Birthright Citizenship Birthright citizenship, enshrined in the 14th Amendment ratified in 1868, guarantees that “all persons born or naturalized in the United States, and subject to the jurisdiction thereof, are citizens of the United States and of the State wherein…
On January 20, 2025, a Kolkata court sentenced Sanjay Roy, a police volunteer, to life imprisonment for the rape and murder of a 31-year-old trainee doctor at R.G. Kar Medical College and Hospital. The verdict, delivered by Additional District and Sessions Judge Anirban Das, also imposed a fine of ₹50,000 on Roy. Despite public outcry and demands for the death penalty, the judge determined that the case did not meet the “rarest of the rare” criteria necessary for capital punishment. Legal Recourse for the Convict Sanjay Roy retains the right to appeal both his conviction and sentence. Under Section 415…
Novak Djokovic vs Carlos Alcaraz Lice: Already a famous rivalry, Djokovic will face young Spaniard Carlos Alcaraz at the Australian Open 2025 quarter-finals. Novak Djokovic is poised to take on his longtime rival Carlos Alcaraz in an anticipated quarter-final clash at the Australian Open 2025, set for Tuesday at Rod Laver Arena. The Serbian star defeated Jiri Lehecka in the fourth round with a scoreline of 6-3, 6-4, 7-6 (7-4). On the other hand, Alcaraz advanced due to a walkover after Jack Draper retired following the second set, with Alcaraz leading 7-5, 6-1. The two athletes have met seven times,…
Anderson is under scrutiny for colluding with hedge funds in preparing reports to target various companies, added the report based on a Canadian portal, which cited documents filed before a court in Ontario. The portal stated that documents filed in a defamation case at the Ontario Superior Court revealed that Moez Kassam, head of Canada’s Anson hedge fund, admitted to sharing research with various sources, including Hindenburg’s Nate Anderson. The Market Frauds portal, cited in the PTI report, said that the court documents “allegedly revealed” that Hindenburg Research “colluded with Anson” while preparing a report. It also highlighted the fact…
Colorectal cancer affects millions of individuals worldwide and is one of the most frequent types of cancer. However, with the appropriate diet, you can prevent the development of this aggressive type of cancer. Who knew the remedy had been lying in a glass of milk all along? According to a recent study led by Keren Papier of the University of Oxford, including a glass of milk in your daily diet can lower your risk of developing colorectal cancer. The 16-year study followed 542,778 British women’s eating habits and health results. This was done to better understand how particular foods and…
A day after actor Saif Ali Khan was attacked at his Mumbai residence, authorities have detained a suspect following an extensive manhunt. The operation involved leveraging technical data and deploying police informants throughout the city’s commercial hub. This morning’s footage revealed the suspect being escorted to the Bandra police station. However, little is known about him, and it remains unclear whether he is the same individual responsible for the attack on Khan at his home the previous day. No arrests have been made in connection with the stabbing and burglary incident as of yet. Sources report that the suspect was…