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Snow Leopard Population Surges 62% in Himachal Pradesh: Conservation Success Story
Oct 03, 2025 03:39 pm CST
Himachal Pradesh's snow leopard population has increased from 51 to 83 in four years, marking a 62% rise according to a recent survey. This conservation success story highlights community involvement in protecting the endangered cats across six monitoring sites covering 26,000 sq km, while also documenting other rare Himalayan wildlife including the first official sighting of Pallas's cat in Kinnaur.
Drishti IAS Fined Rs 5 Lakh by CCPA for Misleading UPSC Result Advertisements
Oct 03, 2025 03:27 pm CST
The Central Consumer Protection Authority has imposed a Rs 5 lakh penalty on Drishti IAS for publishing misleading advertisements about UPSC Civil Services Examination 2022 results. The coaching institute claimed 216 selections but failed to disclose that 75% of these candidates only participated in their free Interview Guidance Programme after independently clearing preliminary and main exams. This marks the second penalty for similar violations, highlighting ongoing issues with transparency in coaching institute advertisements.
Three Tigers Found Dead in Kanha Reserve: Evidence Points to Territorial Conflicts
Oct 03, 2025 03:24 pm CST
Three tigers, including an adult male and two female cubs, were found dead within 24 hours at Madhya Pradesh's Kanha Tiger Reserve. Post-mortem results revealed all deaths resulted from conflicts with other tigers. The adult male was identified as the popular "Balaghat Male Tiger," while the state continues to maintain India's largest tiger population with 785 big cats according to the 2022 census.
Enhanced Security Measures in Bareilly Following Religious Tensions: A Comprehensive Update
Oct 03, 2025 03:19 pm CST
Following violent clashes after Friday prayers last week, Bareilly authorities have implemented strict security measures across the city, with internet restrictions remaining in place. Religious leaders from Ala Hazrat Dargah are actively calling for peace as markets operate under cautious conditions and over 70 arrests have been made in connection with the previous week's disturbances.
Arattai vs WhatsApp: 5 Standout Features of India's Homegrown Messaging Alternative
Oct 03, 2025 03:04 pm CST
Discover how Arattai, the Made-in-India messaging app from Zoho Corp, challenges WhatsApp's dominance with innovative features like Pocket storage, integrated meetings, dedicated mentions tab, no forced AI, and enhanced privacy with local data storage. While offering strong competition, Arattai still has room for improvement in text message encryption compared to WhatsApp's end-to-end protection.
India's Economic Resilience Amid Global Structural Transformation: Finance Minister Sitharaman
Oct 03, 2025 02:59 pm CST
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman highlights India's strong capacity to absorb external economic shocks during global structural transformation. She emphasizes that India's sustainable economic growth is anchored in domestic factors, positioning the country as a stabilizing force in turbulent global economic conditions shaped by geopolitical conflicts and changing alliances.
The Bishnoi Gang Terror Designation: A New Chapter in India-Canada Diplomatic Relations
Oct 03, 2025 02:57 pm CST
Canada has officially designated the Lawrence Bishnoi gang as a terror entity amid ongoing diplomatic tensions with India. This development, occurring shortly before Canadian Foreign Minister Anita Anand's planned visit to India, highlights the complex interplay between organized crime, allegations of transnational repression, and the ongoing dispute regarding Khalistani separatism. Both nations face the challenge of reconciling divergent security priorities while attempting to rebuild diplomatic relations in an increasingly complex geopolitical landscape.
Karnataka Woman Files Complaint Against Husband for Secret Recordings and Sexual Coercion
Oct 03, 2025 02:42 pm CST
A woman from Karnataka's Puttenahalli has filed serious allegations against her husband, Syed Inamul Haq, claiming he secretly recorded their intimate moments, shared these videos with overseas associates, and pressured her to engage in relations with others. The complaint also reveals deception about his marital status and ongoing physical abuse, while police confirm the accused remains at large.
Political Row Escalates Over Tamil Nadu Stampede: Stalin Criticizes BJP's Fact-Finding Mission
Oct 03, 2025 02:41 pm CST
The political controversy over the stampede at a TVK rally in Karur has intensified, with Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin criticizing the BJP for sending a fact-finding delegation. Stalin questioned why similar panels weren't sent to BJP-ruled states facing tragedies, while the BJP and TVK continue to exchange accusations over responsibility for the incident that claimed 41 lives.
Congress Leader Udit Raj Sparks Controversy by Comparing PM Modi to Ravan
Oct 03, 2025 02:37 pm CST
A fresh political controversy has erupted after Congress leader Udit Raj compared Prime Minister Narendra Modi to Ravan, drawing strong condemnation from the BJP. The ruling party accused Congress of disrespecting constitutional posts while highlighting the contrast between Modi's respectful behavior toward opposition leaders and what they describe as Congress's "brotherhood of hatred."