Nitin Kumar

The grand epic of India, the Ramayana, has significantly influenced not only Indian culture but also Southeast Asia, particularly Thailand. In Thailand, the Ramayana, known as Ramakien, remains vibrant through performing arts, literature, and paintings.

In the upcoming 2024–25 budget, the NDA government is considering a significant pension reform for central government employees, potentially offering 50% of the last drawn salary as a pension under the NPS.

Mihir Shah, the accused in the Mumbai BMW hit-and-run case, has been remanded to six days in police custody. Shah was arrested after a 60-hour manhunt. The incident resulted in the death of Kaveri Nakhwa and involved Shah and his driver dragging the victim with their car.

Rajasthan's 2024-25 budget, presented by Deputy Chief Minister Diya Kumari, introduces major initiatives including the construction of nine greenfield expressways, a significant allocation for health, and the launch of the Amrut 2.0 scheme for urban infrastructure.

Former IAS officer Manish Kumar Verma, who has been closely associated with Bihar CM Nitish Kumar, joined the JD(U). Verma, from Nalanda and of the same caste as Nitish, has worked closely with the CM for several years after taking VRS.

The Budget will be the first significant economic document of the Modi 3.0 government, expected to outline key reforms and strategies to propel India towards becoming a developed nation by 2047. President Murmu has indicated that the Budget will feature historic steps to accelerate reforms.

The Supreme Court quashed West Bengal's cancellation of a private contract for maintaining two underpasses in Kolkata, ruling the decision as arbitrary and influenced by a state minister.

In a tragic incident on Monday (July 8), terrorists launched an ambush on an Army convoy in Kathua district of Jammu and Kashmir, resulting in the martyrdom of 5 soldiers and injuries to 5 others. The injured soldiers were swiftly transferred to Pathankot Military Hospital in Bilawar, Kathua.

Worli hit-and-run case: Mumbai Police apprehend Mihir Shah, the primary suspect in the tragic hit-and-run incident in Worli. Shah had been on the run since the accident, leading to the death of a woman and prompting a large-scale police search operation.

The body of a 17-year-old girl, who was swept away in a seasonal stream, was recovered in Dehradun, raising the death toll from the recent heavy rains in Uttarakhand to three. CM Pushkar Singh Dhami conducted an aerial survey of the flood-affected Kumaon region.

The BSE Sensex and NSE Nifty reached new all-time highs on Tuesday, driven by strong performances in the auto and FMCG sectors. The Sensex closed at 80,351.64, up 391.26 points, while the Nifty climbed 112.65 points to settle at 24,433.20.

PM Modi is in Moscow for a significant diplomatic engagement with Russian President Vladimir Putin. The two leaders will have a private meeting at the President's house, followed by dinner to further their discussions.

In a recent India TV poll, 73.5% of respondents supported filing an FIR against Narayan Sakar Hari for his alleged role in the Hathras stampede, which resulted in 121 deaths. Conducted after no FIR was initially registered against him, the poll reveals a significant public demand for accountability.

The Enforcement Directorate (ED) has challenged the Jharkhand High Court's decision to grant bail to Hemant Soren in a land scam case, calling the order 'illegal.' The matter is now with the Supreme Court.

The police were alerted immediately and rushed Pratap to Honnali Hospital. He was later transferred to McGann Hospital in Shivamogga, where he unfortunately passed away.

The army has launched an extensive search operation to locate the attackers. Security forces have been increased in Kathua and surrounding areas.

HDFC Bank has scheduled a system upgrade on Saturday, July 13, 2024, from 3:00 AM to 4:30 PM to enhance performance, capacity, and reliability. During these 13.5 hours, certain banking services will be temporarily limited. Customers should plan accordingly to avoid disruptions.

Investigations by India TV and local authorities revealed the viral video is from Brazil, not Ayodhya. The Ayodhya police and residents have confirmed the video's inauthenticity, advising caution against spreading misinformation.

Dev Prakash Madhukar, the main accused in the Hathras stampede that resulted in 121 deaths, has surrendered and been taken into custody by the UP Police. Authorities are also searching for preacher Bhole Baba for questioning.

Former Pakistani Prime Minister Imran Khan, currently jailed, has threatened a hunger strike if Supreme Court Chief Justice Qazi Faez Isa does not ensure justice in his cases. Khan's demand follows concerns about Isa's involvement in benches handling PTI-related cases.