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Before the Bihar assembly elections-2025, the central government has decided to conduct caste census in the country. The Cabinet Committee on Political Affairs headed by Prime Minister Narendra Modi has approved it. It is believed that it can start from September 2025 itself, although the figures will come after a year. The approval of the caste-based census proposal by the central government is being viewed as a major political move ahead of the Bihar elections-2025. It is now being claimed that the central government has taken this step under pressure and at the demand of opposition parties such as the Congress and RJD, thereby potentially diminishing the main election issue for those parties. The census will assess the population of different castes. Better policies can now be made in the field of social justice. It is certain that BJP will now use it as a weapon in the Bihar assembly elections. It is likely to blunt the political edge of the opposition. Nitish praised the decision ...

Mary Kom Divorce: India's star boxer Mary Kom has shocked fans by making a big announcement today on Wednesday 30 April. She has announced divorce after 18 years of marriage. She has officially confirmed her divorce from husband Karung Onler. Mary Kom married Karung Onler in the year 2005. A few days ago, the news of Mary Kom's divorce came out, but the fans did not believe it. But this news turned out to be true and she has now officially confirmed it and announced it on social media. Before the divorce, it was also rumored that Mary Kom has a relationship with Hitesh Chaudhary. Hitesh is the president of the Mary Kom Foundation. Now Mary Kom has broken her silence on this whole matter and responded by sharing a legal letter. 'Rumors of dating Hitesh Chaudhary are completely baseless' According to the statement, the rumors of her dating Hitesh Chaudhary or anyone else are completely baseless and false. Mary Kom has warned in the letter that if the given instructions ar...

MP News: Sad news has come from Indore, Madhya Pradesh. Where BJP state spokesperson Narendra Saluja died of heart attack. After suffering a heart attack, Narendra Saluja was taken to a nearby hospital by family members, where he died during treatment. There is a wave of mourning in BJP and Congress following Narendra Saluja's death. Narendra Saluja had gone to attend a wedding program at a resort in Sehore two days ago. He started getting nervous there. Indore Congress leader Surjit Singh Chaddha was also with him. After this, he left for Indore. On Wednesday, around 3 pm, he suddenly felt dizzy, after which he fainted. He was hurriedly admitted to the hospital on Khandwa Road where he breathed his last. Saluja's last tweet  BJP spokesperson Narendra Saluja made the last tweet on social media platform X at 2:54 pm. In this, he wished Akshaya Tritiya. Along with this, he also wished birthday to some people including BJP leaders. Shortly after this, the bad news of his death cam...

In the first three months of President Donald Trump's second term, the condition of the US economy has come under scrutiny following a recent report. According to initial data from the US Bureau of Economic Analysis, the US economy experienced a decline of 0.3 percent in the first quarter, covering January to March. The US Commerce Department reported that during the previous quarter, October to December 2024, the GDP was growing at a rate of 2.4 percent. However, this growth has reversed in the subsequent quarter. Analysts say that while this decline may not be drastic, the impact of President Trump's tariff announcements is evident. Additionally, a reduction in government expenditure has contributed to this economic downturn. Interestingly, even before the implementation of Trump's tariffs, American companies had increased imports. Analysts say this could be a major factor in the 40 percent increase in imports reported during this quarter. Prakash Kumar Pandey

The Olympic Council of Asia announced on Tuesday that cricket and mixed martial arts have been included in the Asian Games to be held in 2026 in Japan. This time the Asian Games will be held in Nagoya city of Japan. This game will be held in September-October 2026. This marks an exciting moment for cricket enthusiasts across Asia, as the 20th edition of the Asian Games will be held from September 19 to October 4, 2026. Cricket's inclusion in the Asian Games is seen as a step forward in the sport's growing popularity across the continent. According to the press release issued on the official website of the Olympic Council of Asia, the decision to officially include cricket and MMA in the list of sports was taken in the 41st meeting of the Board of Directors of AINAGOC. This meeting was held on 28 April at Nagoya City Hall, Japan. The press release said that cricket will be organized in Aichi Province. However, its venue has not been decided yet. Due to the increasing popularity ...

  In the 2025 Canadian general elections, an Indian-origin politician Amarjit Singh Gill from Indore has made headlines by defeating Canada's outgoing Health Minister, Kamal Khera, by a margin of 1,400 votes. Gill has been elected as the Member of Parliament from the Brampton West constituency in Toronto on the Conservative Party ticket. His victory has sparked excitement among the residents of Indore. They are celebrating at his ancestral home in Vishnupuri. Friends and classmates expressed their joy, saying that this achievement is significant not just for Indore but for the entire nation. Studied at DAVV and IMS Originally hailing from Vishnupuri in Indore, Amarjit Singh Gill moved to Canada in 1999. He completed his primary education at Vaishnav School and later attended Devi Ahilya Vishwavidyalaya (DAVV) and the Institute of Management Studies (IMS). His father served in the Indian Army. Prof. Deepak Srivastava, Director of IMS, hailed on Gill's leadership abilities. He sa...

14 people have died in massive fire in a Kolkata hotel on Tuesday night. Kolkata Police Commissioner Manoj Kumar Verma has confirmed the death of 14 people in a fire that broke out in a hotel in the city's busiest Burrabazar area. Speaking to reporters, he said that a team has been formed to find out the cause of the fire. Prima facie, the fire appears to have erupted near the electric meters. The fire has been brought under control. The fire brigade and rescue workers have evacuated about a dozen people. This area is in the middle of the city's largest fruit market. The Police Commissioner said that 'A fire broke out at Rituraj Hotel located in Machhua area at 8.15 pm on Tuesday night. The fire has been brought under control. The rescue operation has been completed.' Many people tried to escape from the fire through the windows According to media reports, eyewitnesses said that many people were seen trying to escape from the fire through the windows. Two people were in...

The Ganga River, which has been an integral part of Indian civilization for centuries, is now igniting the possibility of new life along its banks. Once home to endangered turtle species, the Ganga’s shores have now become a symbol of positive change in the direction of biodiversity conservation.  This transformation is particularly evident in the return of the endangered Red-Crowned Roofed Turtle to the waters of the Ganga, a species that had previously seen a continuous decline in its population. This new hope in the Ganga’s waters is not only a significant step for these ancient creatures but also for the restoration of the entire ecosystem. Historic Efforts in Turtle Reintroduction On April 26, 2025, 20 turtles were carefully transferred from the Garhaita Turtle Conservation Center located within and under supervision of National Chambal Sanctuary, UP and released into the Haiderpur Wetland. These turtles were tagged with sonic devices to monitor their safety and migration. Fo...

Mother Dairy, a seller of milk and dairy products in Delhi-NCR, has increased the price of milk by up to Rs 2 per liter, citing increased procurement cost. A company official said on Tuesday that the price revision will be effective across the market from April 30, 2025.  A Mother Dairy official said, "Price revision has become necessary to deal with the significant increase in procurement cost. The cost has increased by four to five rupees per liter in the last few months." The official said that the jump in procurement prices is mainly due to the onset of summer as well as heat wave conditions.  New rates After the hike, the prices of toned milk (bulk vended) has been increased to Rs 56 per litre from Rs 54 per litre in Delhi-NCR. Full cream milk (pouched) will cost Rs 69 per litre as against Rs 68 per litre. The rate of toned milk (pouched) has been increased to Rs 57 from Rs 56 per litre, while double toned milk will cost Rs 51 as against Rs 49 per litre. The prices of co...

Madhya Pradesh CM Dr. Mohan Yadav said that the next Cabinet meeting will be held on May 20 at Rajwada in Indore, in memory of Lokmata Devi Ahilya Bai Holkar. The meeting will also honor Maharaj Malhar Rao Holkar, the founder of the Holkar Empire.  CM Mohan Yadav noted that May 20 marks the conclusion of the 300th birth anniversary year of Devi Ahilya Bai Holkar and, coincidentally, also falls on her marriage anniversary—a moment of historic significance.The meeting of the Council of Ministers, chaired by Chief Minister Mohan Yadav, began with the recitation of Vande Mataram at the Secretariat. Prior to the official proceedings, Dr. Yadav addressed the ministers, highlighting the importance of the occasion. ₹2,062 crore for PM MITRA Park in Dhar Chief Minister Dr. Mohan Yadav expressed his gratitude to Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi for the approval of the PM MITRA Park in Dhar, stating that the Central Government has sanctioned ₹2,062 crore for the project. He shared that the s...

In IPL 2025, Vaibhav Suryavanshi has caught everyone's attention with his explosive batting. He grabbed headlines as soon as he made his debut. Playing for Rajasthan Royals, Vaibhav created a new history by scoring a century in just 35 balls. He has become the first Indian batsman to score the fastest century in IPL. Along with this, he has also made the record of being the youngest player to hit a century in T20 cricket. Vaibhav did this miracle at the age of just 14 years and 32 days. In this match against Gujarat Titans, he played an explosive innings of 101 runs in 38 balls, which included 11 sixes and 7 fours. When Vaibhav was raining fours and sixes on the field, Bihar Cricket Association (BCA) President Rakesh Tiwari was also present in the stadium and witnessed this historic innings. Talking to the media after the match, BCA President Rakesh Tiwari proudly said that this son of Bihar will be seen on even bigger stages very soon. He told that Chief Minister Nitish Kumar hims...

Ujjain: A special ritual is currently taking place at the Mahakal Temple in Ujjain, aimed at invoking good rainfall across the country. Twenty-five priests from Maharashtra and Karnataka are performing the six-day 'Saumik Suvrishti Anushthan,' with Tuesday marking its final day. This ritual holds both religious significance and scientific interest, as researchers from the Indian Meteorological Department (IMD) and students from the Indian Institute of Tropical Meteorology (IITM) in Bhopal are investigating whether yagna and havan can influence rainfall. For the first time, scientists are examining the micro-particles emitted from the flames of the yagna. Using advanced instruments, they aim to understand the atmospheric changes that may occur due to such rituals. Data on seven critical parameters is recorded The primary objective of the research is to determine the efficacy of yagnas in inducing rain. A Tether Sonde Machine and Automatic Weather Station (AWS) have been installe...

Bulldozer action has started on Tuesday on the illegal construction of Bangladeshi intruders in Chandola Talab area near Shah Alam area of ​​Ahmedabad, Gujarat. Gujarat Police had started preparations for this from Monday night itself. 50 bulldozers and 36 dumpers have been deployed to demolish the illegal constructions. On Tuesday morning, a luxurious farmhouse spread over 2000 square yards in this area has been razed. Teams of police, crime branch, SOG, cyber crime and SRP are deployed in the area. Now this matter has reached the Gujarat High Court. Residents have filed a petition in HC Residents of the area have filed a petition in the High Court saying that demolition is being done without following the legal process and rules. The petitioners claimed that no concrete evidence has been presented of the people living here being Bangladeshi. Ahmedabad Police has detained 890 suspects from Shah Alam area in the last two days. Out of these, 143 people have been identified as Bangladesh...

Farmer leader Naresh Tikait had called India's decision to suspend the Indus Water Treaty after the Pahalgam terror attack a wrong step, which caused a lot of uproar. Seeing the growing controversy, Tikait has taken a U-turn. He has expressed regret over his statement. He said that the whole country is united after the Pahalgam attack. After the terrorist attack in Pahalgam on April 22, the Center suspended the Indus Water Treaty as a retaliatory action against Pakistan. Under this treaty, 20 percent of the water from the Indus River was given to India and the remaining 80 percent to Pakistan. 'My statement was presented in a distorted manner' Tikait told media in Muzaffarnagar that farmers know the value of water. My statement was presented in a distorted manner. I express regret and I should not have made such a statement. The whole country is united. He also said that there must have been some lapse on the part of the government, which resulted in this tragedy. Earlier o...

Amethi/Rae Bareli: Leader of Opposition in Lok Sabha Rahul Gandhi has once again turned to Uttar Pradesh. He is reaching Rae Bareli and Amethi on a two-day tour on 29 and 30 April. During this, Rahul will inaugurate and inspect many development schemes in his parliamentary constituency Rae Bareli and neighboring district and his former parliamentary constituency Amethi. Rahul will infuse enthusiasm among Congress workers with this tour, while on the other hand Congressmen are excited about his arrival. After becoming an MP from Rae Bareli, Rahul Gandhi is visiting Amethi for the first time, while he is coming to Rae Bareli for the fourth time. Earlier he was the MP of Amethi, but in the 2019 Lok Sabha elections, he had to face defeat from BJP leader Smriti Irani. This time after winning with a huge margin from Rae Bareli, the expectations of the public have increased even more. Rahul will inaugurate various scheme According to the information, Rahul Gandhi will inaugurate various schem...

Everyone knows Bollywood's bubbly actress and Punjab Kings owner Preity Zinta. The actress is also very active on social media and keeps sharing every update related to her life. In fact, recently she has started a 'PZchat' session on the social media platform X, where she keeps answering the questions of the fans frankly. Meanwhile, a fan asked Preity if she is going to join the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) in the future, as such speculations are being made from her recent tweets. To this, Preity replied, "This is the problem with social media, nowadays everyone starts judging very quickly." Talking about this further, she said, "Visiting temples, participating in Maha Kumbh and being proud of your culture and identity does not mean that you are joining politics or any party."  Preity also expressed her love for India and wrote, "Living away from India has made me realize the true importance of my country. Now I appreciate everything about India an...

Kedarnath Doli Yatra 2025: The Char Dham Yatra-2025 is set to commence from Uttarakhand on April 30, 2025. This pilgrimage includes visits to the four Dhams: Yamunotri, Gangotri, Kedarnath, and Badrinath, each holding its own significance. Kedarnath Dham is particularly revered as one of the 12 Jyotirlingas of Lord Shiva, where the wishes of devotees are believed to be fulfilled. Among the various traditions associated with Kedarnath Dham, the Kedarnath Doli Yatra stands out. This special tradition takes place when the doors of the temple open on May 2, 2025 .  Prior to this, Baba Bhairav Nath is worshipped, and the Panchmukhi Doli of Kedarnath Baba is transported from Ukhimath to Kedarnath Dham . The following day, the temple doors are opened for devotees after the completion of all rituals. According to tradition, when the doors of Kedarnath temple are closed, the idol of Baba Kedar is enshrined at the Gaddi Sthal, Omkareshwar Temple in Ukhimath, for the next six months...

Sheopur: MP Chief Minister Dr. Mohan Yadav extended his congratulations to the people of the state on the arrival of new additions to the Kuno National Park family. While expressing his delight, CM said that on Sunday, the cheetah population in Madhya Pradesh has grown once again, with five cubs born at Kuno — a proud symbol of the success of the Cheetah Project.  CM Mohan Yadav credited this achievement to the positive and dedicated efforts of the Forest Department team, noting that the number of cheetahs born in Madhya Pradesh has now surpassed the number originally brought from Africa. This, he said, reflects the successful implementation and steady progress of the Cheetah Project. Nirva, female cheetah in Kuno National Park gave birth to five cubs on Sunday. With this, the total number of cheetahs has increased to 29 in the national park and 31 in India. Chief Minister Mohan Yadav said that since the first cheetahs were released into Kuno by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, the ch...

The growing tension between India and Pakistan has put the lives of thousands of people in trouble. Both countries have asked their citizens to return as soon as possible, as the Attari-Wagah border will be completely closed by April 29. In the last four days, 836 Indian citizens have returned from Pakistan and 535 Pakistani citizens have also returned from India to Pakistan via Wagah. On the Indian side, at the Attari border, many people are waiting for their relatives at the Integrated Check Post (ICP). These are the people whose relatives went to Pakistan on "Nori Visa". Nori visa is given to those Pakistanis whose families are in India. Now about 200 Nori visa holders are stranded at Wagah and are waiting to return to India. An elderly woman cries, “They had just gone to meet relatives, they did not know that politics would trap them like this.” The Integrated Check Post, once bustling with activity, is now deserted. The Attari-Wagah route, one of South Asia’s busiest tra...

Bhopal: Under the Mukhya Mantri Ladli Laxmi Yojana, 'Ladli Laxmi Utsav' will be celebrated with enthusiasm and zeal in Madhya Pradesh on May 2, 2025 at the district, urban bodies and gram panchayats. Local representatives, Ladli girls, their parents, Ladli Club President and members will actively participate in it. Chief Minister Dr. Mohan Yadav has said Ladli Laxmi Utsav will infuse a new energy and confidence. He has given instructions to ensure wide publicity of the programs at every district and body level, so that an environment of positive thinking and empowerment towards daughters is created in the society. CM Mohan Yadav said that Ladli Laxmi Utsav is not just a program but a shared resolve towards the respect, safety and empowerment of daughters. Utsav will be conducted by Ladli girls themselves Ladli Laxmi Utsav will be conducted by Ladli girls themselves. It includes special programs like Kanya-Pujan, Deep Prajavalan, motivational speeches by Ladli girls and martial ...

The Governments of India and France have signed an Inter-Governmental Agreement (IGA) for the procurement of 26 Rafale Aircraft (22 Single-Seater and four Twin-Seater) for the Indian Navy. It also includes additional equipment for the existing Rafale fleet of the Indian Air Force (IAF). The IGA has been signed by Defence Minister Rajnath Singh and Minister of Armed Forces of France Sebastien Lecornu.  Supporting Aatmanirbhar Bharat In line with the Government's thrust on Aatmanirbhar Bharat, the agreement includes Transfer of Technology for integration of indigenous weapons in India.  Deal is expected to generate thousands of jobs and revenue It also includes setting up of production facility for Rafale Fuselage as well as Maintenance, Repair and Overhaul facilities for aircraft engine, sensors and weapons in India. The deal is expected to generate thousands of jobs and revenue for a large number of MSMEs in setting up, production and running of these facilities. The delivery ...

Folk singer Neha Singh Rathore has targeted the IT cell of the Bharatiya Janata Party.a case has been registered against Neha Singh Rathore for posting 'provocative' social media posts. After this, the singer released a video on her X account and said, "BJP's IT cell is trending on Twitter calling me a traitor. Just because I askED questions to the Prime Minister of the country." She said, "These people are calling me a traitor because a Twitter account from Pakistan copied my video and posted it. BJP's IT cell and journalists of Godi media are distributing certificates of patriotism." Neha Singh Rathore said that a total of 14 people from her family have put their lives at stake in the Indian Army and paramilitary forces. Case registered against Neha Singh DCP Central of Lucknow Police Commissionerate Ashish Srivastava said that on the basis of the complaint of plaintiff Abhay Kumar Singh on April 27, a case has been registered against the x handle ...

Islamabad: On one hand, Pakistan is standing on the brink of war with India, while on the other hand, the dissatisfaction among Pak Army soldiers is increasing. Soldiers and commanders have resigned in large numbers after Pahalgam attack due to the frequently changing orders of military commanders, mental fatigue and family pressure. It is believed that 100 commanders and 500 soldiers resigned in a single day. This mass resignation has put Pakistan in deep trouble. Amidst the firing on the LOC, Pakistani soldiers are fleeing home, troubled by the officers. Lieutenant General Umar Ahmed Bukhari, commander of the 11th Corps, which is responsible for the security of the Indo-Pak border, has written a letter to the Army Headquarters and expressed serious concern over this situation. Why dissatisfaction among the soldiers has increased? The increasing tension on the border between India and Pakistan is causing heavy pressure for the Pakistani Army. Army officials say that the commanders hav...

The Indian government on Monday banned 16 Pakistani YouTube channels. These include Dawn News, Samaa TV and Geo News. The government says that these channels are showing false and misleading news against India and security agencies. The government has taken this action after the recommendation of the Home Ministry. An important meeting is going to take place between Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Defense Minister Rajnath today. A special session has also been called in the Jammu and Kashmir Assembly today. 15 hideouts of terrorists raided Meanwhile, the Jammu and Kashmir Police has raided 15 locations. Sources said that these raids have been conducted on the hideouts of those terrorists who are operating from PoK and have links with the Pahalgam attack. The Pakistani army violated the ceasefire for the fourth consecutive day after the Pahalgam attack. The Pakistani army fired on the LoC late on Sunday night and early on Monday. The Indian Army also responded to this. Chinese drones c...

Chardham Yatra 2025: The Char Dham Yatra holds great importance in Hinduism, and it is set to begin on April 30, 2025, coinciding with the auspicious day of Akshaya Tritiya. This pilgrimage includes four sacred sites: Yamunotri, Gangotri, Badrinath, and Kedarnath.  A common question arises: why does the Char Dham Yatra always start at the gates of Yamunotri? While it could theoretically start from any of the Dhams, there are both religious and geographical reasons for this tradition. Devotees cleanse themselves of sins before proceeding to other Dhams Mythology provides a rich context for understanding the significance of Yamunotri. It is revered as the origin of Mata Yamuna, the sister of Yamraj (the god of death), who is believed to bestow freedom from fear. According to legend, Yamraj visited his sister on Bhai Dooj and blessed her, declaring that anyone who bathes in her waters would have their sins washed away, freeing them from the fear of death and granting them salvation. T...

Many changes have been made in the new NCERT book of social science for Class 7 under the New Education Policy (NEP). Notably, all references to the Mughals and the Delhi Sultanate have been removed from the Class VII NCERT textbooks. In contrast, new chapters have been introduced that focus on Indian dynasties, the Mahakumbh, and government initiatives like 'Make in India' and 'Beti Bachao, Beti Padhao.' The newly released textbooks align with the NEP and the National Curriculum Framework for School Education (NCFSE) 2023, which emphasize incorporating Indian traditions, philosophy, knowledge systems, and local context into school education. When contacted, NCERT officials indicated that this is only the first part of the books, with a second part expected in the coming months. However, they did not comment on whether the removed portions would be reinstated in the second part of the book. Previously, NCERT had shortened lessons related to the Mughals and the Delhi Sul...

A horrific road accident occurred in Mandsaur district in Madhya Pradesh on Sunday afternoon, April 27, resulting in the deaths of 12 persons and leaving three others seriously injured. The incident took place when an Eco car, traveling at high speed, first collided with a motorcycle before plunging directly into a well. This tragic event unfolded in Chakariya village, within the jurisdiction of the Narayangarh police station. Situation exacerbated by gas leak  The situation was exacerbated by a gas leak from the vehicle. As the 13 occupants of the car fell into the well, LPG began leaking, causing suffocation among those trapped inside. In a brave attempt to rescue the victims, a local youth named Manohar Singh jumped into the well but tragically succumbed to the gas leak. His courageous act of heroism has become a topic of discussion throughout the area. 3 survivors hospitalized Rescue operations commenced promptly after the incident was reported, with the Sub-Divisional Officer ...

PM Modi addressed the nation in the 121st episode of ‘Mann ki Baat’ on 27 April. In this episode, he also discussed how the strong willpower and determined efforts of the people are contributing to the successful cultivation of crops that are not traditionally grown in that region. PM Modi said there is an old saying ‘where there is a will there is a way’. When we decide to do something new, we certainly reach our destination. You must have eaten a lot of apples grown in the mountains. But, if I ask you whether you have tasted the apples of Karnataka, you will be surprised. Usually, we think that apples are grown only in the mountains.  PM said that Shail Teli ji, who lives in Bagalkot, Karnataka, has grown apples in the plains. In his Kulali village, apple trees have started bearing fruits even in temperatures above 35 degrees. Actually since, Shri Shail Teli was fond of farming, so he tried apple farming as well and he attained success in it. Today, a lot of apples grow on the tr...

Islamabad: Tensions between India and Pakistan have increased significantly since the Pahalgam attack. After the terrorist attack, India has taken several tough steps against Pakistan, after which the neighboring country is furious.  Meanwhile, an Indian BSF jawan accidentally crossed the Ferozepur border area of ​​Punjab in Pakistan, who has been arrested by Pakistani Rangers. It has been three days but the Pakistani army has not released the Indian jawan. Pak Rangers are not coming for the meeting  In this case, BSF officials are constantly contacting the Pak BSF Rangers and asking for a flag meeting. Pak Rangers are not coming for the meeting although they are talking with BSF personnel. 72 hours have passed but till now no information has been received about the jawan. Jawan went ashead to rest under a tree PK Sahu, posted in the 182nd battalion of BSF on the Ferozepur border of Punjab, is a resident of Harisabha area of ​​​​Rishra in Hooghly. It is being told that he was ...

Pahalgam Attack:  The campaign to detain alleged Bangladeshi citizens in Gujarat is going on. Vadodara Police Commissioner Narsingh Komar said, "A special drive is being run to identify illegal Bangladeshi migrants. In this regard, we have caught more than 500 people and verified their documents. During this, it has come to light that five of these people have been confirmed to be Bangladeshi citizens." He has told that the investigation of the case is going on. DG office has asked to find and deport all the illegal migrants  At the same time, Rajkot DCP Crime Partharaj Singh Gohil said that the DG office has asked to find and deport all the illegal migrants living in Gujarat and especially those who have come from Bangladesh. He told that 'We have been running a checking campaign since night regarding this. During this period, we checked 800 people and found 10 illegal immigrants among them. They will be deported in the coming days after completing the entire process thr...

In view of the rising tension between India and Pakistan, villagers living near the international border and the Line of Control (LoC) in the Jammu region have started preparing for their safety. They are clearing underground bunkers and harvesting crops in the fields located near barbed wires.  The government has built thousands of underground safe shelters in the last few years to protect the residents from the firing of Pakistani soldiers. However, the incidents of ceasefire violations have reduced since 2021. Security concerns have arisen among the residents  In the year 2021, both the countries renewed the ceasefire agreement, but after the Pahalgam terror attacks, security concerns have arisen among the residents of border areas. Balbir Kaur, former sarpanch of Trewa village in RS Pura sector, said, "Nobody knows what will happen next. We have decided to prepare underground bunkers so that we can protect ourselves in case of firing from across the border."  India sh...

In a moment of pride for Indian cinema, “A Doll Made Up of Clay”, a student film by the Satyajit Ray Film & Television Institute (SRFTI), has achieved official selection in the prestigious La Cinef section at the 78th Festival de Cannes 2025. As the only Indian entry in this category, the film marks a significant milestone in India’s cinematic education journey. Film’s story Driven by ambition, a young Nigerian athlete sells his father's land to pursue his dream of becoming a professional footballer in India. However, a career-ending injury leaves him disillusioned and stranded in an unfamiliar country.  Through physical pain, emotional trauma, and an identity crisis, he reconnects with the spiritual traditions of his ancestors, finding redemption and meaning. A Doll Made Up of Clay is a powerful exploration of displacement, loss, and cultural resilience. Produced under SRFTI’s PFT dept This 23-minute experimental film is produced under SRFTI’s Producing for Film and Televisio...