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Only Electric Two-Wheelers in Delhi After 2028: Petrol Bike Registration to End

Only Electric Two-Wheelers in Delhi After 2028: Petrol Bike Registration to End

Petrol-powered bikes will be banned in Delhi. From now on, petrol-driven bikes will no longer be registered; instead, only electric bikes will be registered. The Delhi government has confirmed this decision.Under the Delhi Electric Vehicle Policy 2.0, the registration of petrol-powered two-wheelers will be banned from April 1, 2028. Despite pushback from the industry, the government has not changed its stance. This policy will be presented to the cabinet next week and is expected to be officially notified before the end of June 2026.
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Sign of Healthy Ecosystem: Rare Black Bear Spotted in Manipur After Hunting Decline

Sign of Healthy Ecosystem: Rare Black Bear Spotted in Manipur After Hunting Decline

A rare Asiatic Black Bear (Ursus thibetanus), a species classified as Vulnerable on the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN) Red List, has been recorded through a camera trap in Shirui Village of Ukhrul district, Manipur. The sighting has been described by conservationists as a major milestone for wildlife protection in the region and a positive sign that community-driven conservation efforts are helping restore the local ecosystem. The wildlife monitoring exercise was conducted by Patrick Shangh, Co-founder of ENFOGAL, in collaboration with Pamreithing Luireiwo, a former hunter who has now become a conservationist. Luireiwo’s deep understanding of the forest…
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Bihar’s New Prodigy: 15-Year-Old Akshara Gupta Slams 306_ in U-19 One-Day Trophy, 50 Off 16 Balls

Bihar’s New Prodigy: 15-Year-Old Akshara Gupta Slams 306_ in U-19 One-Day Trophy, 50 Off 16 Balls

She is just 15 years old, but with the dominance of her bat, a teenage cricketer from Bihar has already become the talk of the town. With a destructive innings of an unbeaten 306 runs in the Under-19 Women’s One Day tournament, Akshara Gupta has drawn the attention of cricket lovers across the world. Akshara played this record-breaking innings on Thursday at the Sandys Compound Ground in Bhagalpur in the Bihar Cricket Association’s Women’s Under-19 One Day Trophy competition. Akshara scored 306 runs off just 126 balls, an innings that included 55 fours and 8 sixes. Adopting an aggressive approach…
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Union Commerce Minister’s Announcement: India-US Trade Deal to Happen by July

Union Commerce Minister’s Announcement: India-US Trade Deal to Happen by July

There is a strong possibility that a commercial trade agreement between India and the United States of America will reach its final shape within the next month. Union Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal revealed this information today.He stated that both countries are actively working to resolve their mutual differences. Goyal mentioned that discussions regarding the highly anticipated agreement are ongoing, and the first phase of the deal is expected to be completed soon, specifically by mid-July.The United States is one of India's largest trading partners. It is hoped that a fruitful agreement will add a new and stronger dimension to this…
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Delhi HC Upholds ₹144 Cr Pay Order Against SpiceJet

Delhi HC Upholds ₹144 Cr Pay Order Against SpiceJet

The Delhi High Court today dealt a fresh legal setback to SpiceJet by dismissing the airline's review petition against a previous order directing it to deposit ₹144 crore. The court’s decision affirms its earlier directive, which mandates that the financially troubled carrier fulfill this significant payment obligation. This legal development stems from a prolonged dispute, highlighting the mounting financial and litigation-related pressures currently weighing on the airline's operations. By rejecting the petition, the bench maintained its stance on enforcing the previous ruling, underscoring the necessity for compliance with judicial mandates regarding financial liabilities. This decision is expected to further complicate…
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Pune’s Summer Surprise: Massive Hailstorm Transforms Hinjewadi into a Winter Wonderland

Pune’s Summer Surprise: Massive Hailstorm Transforms Hinjewadi into a Winter Wonderland

Residents of Pune, particularly in the tech hub of Hinjewadi, were treated to a breathtaking and rare meteorological spectacle as a severe hailstorm blanketed the city in white, mimicking a high-altitude snowfall. The event, which occurred during a period usually marked by rising summer temperatures and persistent dust, saw the sky turn dark before unleashing a rhythmic barrage of hailstones that quickly covered balconies, car hoods, and streets. Within minutes, the typical grey concrete of the IT park was replaced by a brilliant white carpet, prompting thousands of residents to take to social media to share videos and photos of…
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Supreme Court Defends NCERT Integrity Amid Textbook Revision Controversy

Supreme Court Defends NCERT Integrity Amid Textbook Revision Controversy

The Supreme Court of India issued a stern warning on February 25, 2026, asserting that it would not permit any person or entity to "defame" the National Council of Educational Research and Training (NCERT) or undermine the credibility of the country’s premier educational institution. Presiding over a bench addressing a series of Public Interest Litigations (PILs) that challenged recent curriculum changes, the Chief Justice of India emphasized that while academic critique is a fundamental right, coordinated campaigns aimed at malicious character assassination of the institution's experts cross a legal and ethical line. The court's remarks come in response to allegations…
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Reliance Bets Big on AI, Plans Massive 7-Year Investment

Reliance Bets Big on AI, Plans Massive 7-Year Investment

Reliance Industries Chairman Mukesh Ambani on Thursday announced a massive investment of ₹10 trillion over the next seven years to build artificial intelligence (AI) infrastructure and services across India, marking one of the country’s biggest commitments to emerging technology.Speaking at the AI Impact Summit in New Delhi, Ambani said the investment—led by Jio along with Reliance—will begin this year and focus on creating sovereign AI capabilities for the nation.“Jio will now connect India with the intelligence era. We will deliver intelligence to every citizen, every sector of the economy, every facet of social development, and every service of government,” Ambani…
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No question of Bangladesh’s consent in pushbacks: Himanta calls for unity among indigenous people

No question of Bangladesh’s consent in pushbacks: Himanta calls for unity among indigenous people

Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on Tuesday reiterated the state government’s tough stance on the “foreigner” issue, stating that there is no question of seeking Bangladesh’s consent while pushing back illegal immigrants. He revealed that around 2,000 foreigners have been pushed back over the past few months.According to the Chief Minister, once a person is declared a “foreigner,” the government is ensuring that the pushback is completed within a week, leaving no scope for the individual to approach the High Court or the Supreme Court. Citing Supreme Court orders, Sarma said that district commissioners (DCs) are empowered to deport…
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Lathi Charge at Protests Outside Bangladesh Mission in Delhi

Lathi Charge at Protests Outside Bangladesh Mission in Delhi

Protests turned violent outside the Bangladesh Deputy High Commission in New Delhi today, leading to a police lathi charge to disperse crowds. The unrest follows the killing of student leader Sharif Osman Hadi and reports of targeted violence against minorities in Bangladesh. In response to the growing instability, Dhaka has officially suspended visa services in New Delhi, citing "unavoidable circumstances." Meanwhile, Indian External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar is scheduled to visit Sri Lanka today as a special envoy to discuss regional security implications.
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