In a big blow to India’s chances of winning a Gold medal, Vinesh Phogat was disqualified from the women’s 50kg wrestling final at the Paris Olympics. The 29-year-old was found ineligible to compete on the second day as she was found 100 gram overweight during the weigh-in on the day of the final. Unfortunately, Vinesh […]
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Class 10 Student Brutally Assaulted Outside Government School in Chandigarh
A gang of four students viciously beat a 15-year-old student from RC-1 Maloya Government School on Monday outside the school’s grounds, in a horrifying event. The incident occurred at around 2:00 PM, and the victim—a Dadumajra resident—has significant injuries, including many cuts near his wrists and eye, three stitches on his head, and fractures in […]
Sheikh Hasina Resigns Amid Deadly Protests in Bangladesh
Undergoing a major political upheaval, longstanding Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina of Bangladesh has resigned after a tumultuous time marked by mass protests characterized by violence and chaos. On August 5, 2024, following over one month where violent outbreaks have occurred leading to the death of no less than 135 people as well as injuring hundreds […]
₹722 Crore GST Notice Issued to Binance by Indian Tax Authorities
In a landmark decision, the DGGI Ahmedabad unit has sent a show cause notice to Binance inciting its payment of ₹722 crores under GST which is the world’s largest cryptocurrency exchange. This unimaginable move shows that India is becoming more and more serious about regulating the fast-growing virtual currency market, which means that foreign service […]
Naib Tehsildar Jaskaran Singh Brar Arrested in Guava Orchard Compensation Scam
The arrest and turn-in of Naib Tehsildar Jaskaran Singh Brar by the Vigilance Bureau (VB) represents a significant development in the ongoing investigation into the suspected guava orchard compensation fraud in Mohali. At its core, the fraud has garnered significant attention and might have revealed vulnerabilities in the local administrative structure. It involves allegations of […]
Telangana Cracks Down on Cybercrime: Rs 85 Crore Returned to Victims
The Telangana Cyber Security Bureau (TGCSB) has helped the return of Rs 85.05 crore to cyber fraud victims from March to July 2024, marking a major victory against cyber criminals. This achievement is an indication of the state’s determination to fight against the scourge of cybercrime and provide safety to its people. Collaborative Efforts Yield […]
Forgotten Fortune: Bengaluru Woman Turns Crorepati
An accidental finding made during the COVID-19 shutdown has changed a Bengaluru woman’s life. Her grandpa had invested 500 shares of Larsen & Toubro (L&T) in 2004; Priya Sharma inherited this investment, which had been mostly ignored. Priya’s original 500 shares expanded to an astounding 4,500 shares due to stock splits and bonus difficulties. The […]
Google Loses Antitrust Case: Search Monopoly Ruled Illegal
A US judge has determined in a precedent-setting ruling that Google has unlawfully maintained a monopoly over the search engine business by entering into exclusive agreements with online browsers and phone makers. In its first substantial antitrust action against a computer company in more than 20 years, the Department of Justice (DOJ) has won with […]
Zirakpur Flyover Project: A Tale of Delays and Disruption
It will be a long waiting period for commuters travelling along the Chandigarh-Ambala highway due to the incomplete flyover which was highly anticipated. The project was started over two years ago but is far from concluding despite its 18-month expectations. A land case is the basic reason for all this delay, making construction stop on […]
24×7 Water Supply in Chandigarh: A False Dawn?
Residents of Mani Majra, Chandigarh have found the much-anticipated August 5 launch of Union Home Minister Amit Shah’s 24-hour water delivery scheme to be a damp squib. Even with all of the excitement surrounding the inauguration, several places are still having problems with their water supply. Residents of Modern Housing Complex, Gobindpura, and Indira Colony […]










