News from India

The Reserve Bank of India increased its gold reserves by eight tonnes in November 2024. This move aligns with global central banks' trend, as highlighted by the World Gold Council, amidst declining prices post-US election.

Yuvraj Singh views India's 0-3 home defeat to New Zealand as a bigger setback than losing the Border-Gavaskar Trophy. He defends Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli, urging support over criticism.

Ravichandran Ashwin compared MS Dhoni's iconic captaincy with Rohit Sharma's leadership, highlighting their unique strengths in a December 2023 video.

Two children in Nagpur, Maharashtra tested positive for Human Metapneumovirus (HMPV), raising India's tally to 7. PCR tests confirmed HMPV after initial swine flu suspicion. Both children recovered outpatiently. Union Health Secretary reviewed respiratory illness management.

At least 126 people were killed, 188 were injured and over 1000 houses collapsed after a powerful 7.1-magnitude earthquake struck the Nepal-Tibet border region, according to media reports.  

The MCC announced lowered NEET PG 2024 counselling cut-off percentiles, benefiting aspiring medical students. General and EWS now require 15%, others need 10%. Visit mcc.nic.in for updates.

UGC identifies 21 fake universities in India as of 2025, with Delhi hosting eight. Unrecognized degrees lead to severe educational and employment setbacks.

Justin Trudeau to resign as Canada's Prime Minister after 11 years, amid controversy with India and Khalistan support. He'll remain till a new leader is elected.

Canadian PM Justin Trudeau to resign amid leadership discontent. He'll remain in office till a new Liberal leader is chosen, following Chrystia Freeland's departure.

The kite flying festival in India is celebrated on Makar Sankranti every year and Gujarat celebrates the event grandly. Called as Uttarayan, a large number of people participate in the event and fly kites. 'Kai Po Che (I have Cut)' is the common phrase that echoes during the event when one of the competitors uses the kite to cut off another person's kite. However, recently, a video went viral on social media, showing a monkey flying a kite on the terrace of a building.

PM Modi received a letter from President Biden, affirming their commitment to strengthen the India-US Comprehensive Global Strategic Partnership, especially in tech and defence.

Two children in Chennai test positive for Human Metapneumovirus, with officials confirming recovery. Linked to respiratory symptoms, the cases were reported in Chetpet and Guindy hospitals.

Union Home Minister Amit Shah to launch the Bharatpol portal by CBI for combating global cyber and financial crimes. The initiative aims to enhance international police collaboration.

Bollywood superstar Shah Rukh Khan and Gauri's love story is no less than a film's plot. While Gauri was SRK's first crush, their love saga remains one of the most romantic and inspiring. Everyone is aware that SRK and Gauri had an inter-faith marriage. Even the Jawan actor changed his name to Jeetender Kumar Tulli to marry Gauri. But, Gauri never converted to Islam. However, recently a few pictures of the star couple have been circulating on social media with claims that the duo visited Mecca with their son Aryan Khan and Gauri converted to Islam. However, the truth is something else.

Indian cricketer Yuzvendra Chahal and Dentist Dhanashree Verma are in the headlines following their divorce rumours. While Dhanashree and Yuzi unfollowed each other on Instagram a couple of days ago, the dentist and choreographer continues to follow cricketer Shreyas Iyer, sparking rumours of a possible relationship between them. Amid all these speculations, a recent report suggests that Yuzi was spotted with a mystery girl in a Mumbai hotel.