May 30, 2025 2:23 PM

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SC orders NEET-PG 2025 to be held in single shift

The Supreme Court today directed that the National Eligibility-cum-Entrance Test for Postgraduate (NEET-PG) 2025, which is scheduled for June 15, be conducted in a single shift rather than two shifts. A bench headed by Justice Vikram Nath instructed the authorities to arrange for the exam to be held...

May 30, 2025 2:19 PM

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President Murmu honours 15 nurses with National Florence Nightingale Awards 2025

President Droupadi Murmu today presented the National Florence Nightingale Awards 2025 to 15 Nursing professionals at a function held in Rashtrapati Bhavan. The award has been given for their outstanding contribution in the field of nursing. Union Minister for Health and Family Welfare Jagat Prakash...

May 30, 2025 2:15 PM

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India’s All-Party Delegation Concludes Anti-Terror Mission in Saudi Arabia

An All-Party Parliamentary delegation from India concluded its three-day diplomatic mission to Saudi Arabia on Thursday, emphasising India's unwavering stance against terrorism in the wake of recent cross-border attacks. Led by BJP MP Baijayant Panda, the delegation held extensive interactions with ...

May 30, 2025 2:11 PM

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UN to lay off 6,900 employees, slash $3.7 billion budget by 20%

The United Nations is set to lay off approximately 6,900 employees and slash its 3.7 billion dollar operating budget by 20 per cent, in one of the most significant restructuring efforts in its history. The cuts follow mounting financial strain, mainly due to delayed and reduced contributions from th...

May 30, 2025 2:07 PM

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US says Israel accepts temporary Gaza ceasefire proposal

The United States has announced that Israel has agreed to a 60-day ceasefire proposal for Gaza, even as its military operations continue in the conflict-ridden territory. White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt confirmed during a press briefing that U.S. Special Envoy to the Middle East Steve W...

May 30, 2025 2:04 PM

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Defence Ministry approves Miniratna-I status for MIL, AVNL, IOL

Defence Ministry has approved Miniratna Category-I status for Munitions India Limited (MIL), Armoured Vehicles Nigam Limited (AVNL), and India Optel Limited (IOL). Defence Minister Rajnath Singh congratulated all three Defence Public Sector Undertakings on their transformation from government organi...

May 30, 2025 2:01 PM

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Blast in Punjab cracker factory kills 5, injures 34

In Punjab, at least five persons have died and 34 were injured due to a blast in a cracker factory in the Lambi area of Shri Muktsar Sahib district late last night. Deputy Superintendent of Police (DSP) Jaspal Singh told Akashvani that those injured are out of danger and recuperating in various hosp...

May 30, 2025 1:44 PM

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First batch of 17 female cadets graduated from National Defence Academy

In a landmark moment in the country's military history, the National Defence Academy (NDA), Pune, held the Passing Out Parade of its 148th course this morning at the iconic Khetarpal Ground, marked by the commissioning of the first-ever batch of women cadets into the Indian Armed Forces. The parade ...

May 30, 2025 11:52 AM

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Mexico: 5 musicians murdered by suspected Gulf cartel members

The Mexican authorities have said that five musicians who disappeared in the city of Reynosa, near the US border, were murdered by suspected drug cartel members. The Attorney General for the state of Tamaulipas said that nine alleged members of the notorious Gulf Cartel have been arrested on suspici...

May 30, 2025 11:44 AM

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President Murmu greets people of Goa on Statehood Day

President Droupadi Murmu extended her greetings to the people of Goa on the occasion of their Statehood Day. In a social media post, she highlighted Goa’s rich cultural heritage, scenic beaches, warm hospitality, and numerous other attractions that continue to draw visitors from around the world. Sh...