The NDA government in Bihar has initiated a major financial aid program for women, a strategic move ahead of the 2025 Assembly elections. The focus on women, who constitute nearly half the state’s population and have shown significant support for the NDA in past elections, is evident in the ‘Mukhyamantri Mahila Rojgar Yojana.’ This scheme, launched by Prime Minister Narendra Modi and attended by Chief Minister Nitish Kumar, involves the direct transfer of ₹10,000 into the bank accounts of 7.5 million women, with a total investment of ₹7,500 crore. The goal of the initiative is to empower women through self-employment…
Author: The Chhattisgarh
The UP Police, as part of the Mission Shakti 5.0 campaign, has been actively working to locate and reunite missing individuals with their families. Over a period of three days, the police successfully found and returned 12 lost or separated children, girls, and women. These efforts brought relief and happiness to the families. The DGP highlighted the importance of the campaign, which was launched on the instructions of CM Yogi Adityanath, and mentioned the search operations conducted to find missing persons.
Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman has implemented new rent regulations in Riyadh, with a focus on stabilizing the property market. The new rules dictate that rents for both residential and commercial properties will remain unchanged for the next five years. This measure is intended to promote a more equitable and transparent property environment. The regulations will directly impact expatriates living and working in Riyadh, many of whom are tenants or operate businesses in rented spaces. A substantial Indian population resides in Saudi Arabia and will be directly impacted. The General Real Estate Authority clarified that the new regulations aim to…
*They Call Him OG* does not meet expectations for a film meant to bolster Pawan Kalyan’s career. The film is a messy combination of gratuitous violence and unchecked aggression. Sujith’s direction fails to impress, presenting characters as uniformly antagonistic. The absence of musical interludes is notable, perhaps due to Kalyan’s preference. Kalyan’s character is a man of few words, trapped in an illogical script, yet maintains a formal appearance even in casual settings. He embodies a Japanese samurai, seeking retribution against Omi, played by Emraan Hashmi. The clashes between Kalyan and Hashmi are underwhelming, with poorly executed fight scenes. The…
London-based smartphone maker Nothing is set to establish its budget-friendly brand, CMF, as an independent Indian subsidiary. The decision underscores India’s strategic importance as a global hub for manufacturing, operations, and research. Nothing has partnered with Indian electronics firm Optiemus Infracom to facilitate this expansion. The joint venture will center the production and export of both Nothing and CMF products in India. Minister of Electronics and IT, Ashwini Vaishnaw, met with Nothing’s CEO, Carl Pei, to discuss the company’s expansion plans in India. The company’s X post highlighted India’s growing role in the global smartphone market. A combined investment of…
Pakistan has qualified for the Asia Cup 2025 final, setting up a match against India. This is a historic moment as it’s the first India-Pakistan final in the 41-year history of the Asia Cup. Following their victory over Bangladesh and subsequent entry into the final, Pakistani captain Salman Agha and coach Mike Hesson have made statements which may be seen as a challenge to India. The captain and coach’s comments directly target India. Agha expressed that he and his team are fully prepared for the final. He is confident that they know what they need to do and that his…
The Indian automotive market is set to welcome a series of new SUVs as manufacturers aim to capitalize on rising sales. Among the upcoming releases are the Tata Punch facelift and the next-generation Hyundai Venue. The Tata Punch is due for a mid-life refresh, with enhancements to the bumpers and interior features. Test mules suggest that the updated Punch will include a larger infotainment screen and a two-spoke steering wheel. The engine is expected to remain the same, including the 1.2-liter petrol and CNG variants. The new Hyundai Venue is expected to be influenced by design elements from the Alcazar…
In anticipation of Diwali and Chhath, the Bihar State Road Transport Corporation (BSRTC) has announced a special bus service with discounted fares. The service, available until November 30th, aims to help passengers reach their homes conveniently amidst the long waiting lists for train reservations. This initiative includes subsidies on bus fares, ensuring more affordable and comfortable travel. The special buses will operate from Patna, connecting to key cities in Uttar Pradesh, Jharkhand, Madhya Pradesh, and neighboring areas. BSRTC has equipped its buses with modern facilities to enhance passenger comfort and safety. The fare reduction applies to several routes. For the…
The Enforcement Directorate (ED) has initiated a raid in Chhattisgarh, targeting the Raheja Group, a well-known real estate entity. ED officials, accompanied by a substantial team, have been on-site since early this morning, examining various documents and records. The operation marks the latest action by the ED in the region.
INTERPOL’s Operation HAECHI resulted in the recovery of nearly $439 million associated with cyber fraud, spanning 40 countries, including India. The recovered funds included $342 million in government funds and $97 million in cash and virtual assets. The operation was carried out between April and August. This operation involved the collaboration of police and investigative agencies, leading to the blocking of more than 68,000 bank accounts and the freezing of nearly 400 crypto wallets. INTERPOL also seized approximately $16 million from crypto wallets. The operation focused on seven types of cyber fraud: voice phishing, romance scams, online sextortion, investment fraud,…