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Delhi’s First 100% Electric Bus Arrives; “Congrats Delhi,” Tweets Kailash Gahlot!

Divya SinghJanuary 3, 20220

Delhi has received first prototype of 100% electric DTC bus. Delhi Transport Corporation (DTC) has achieved this feat after a significant long wait. As per the reports, the delivery of buses was scheduled to start from November 2021. But due to the ongoing pandemic and other underlying reasons, it got delayed. Currently, DTC buses are CNG operated, which produce a smaller number of emissions as compared to diesel operated heavy vehicles. These e-buses will surely have a positive outlook on the Delhi’s deteriorating air quality. The plan, in much larger aspect, is to get 3,500 electric buses running on the roads. E-buses will not only have positive impact on environment, but also some of the DTC buses were getting old enough. However, it is not sure that older CNG buses will get full...

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Gaganyaan 2023: All You Should Know About India’s First Manned Space Mission

Divya SinghDecember 11, 20210

On Thursday, Science & Technology Minister, Dr Jitendra Singh, revealed about Gaganyaan. He said that India is going to launch its first manned space mission “Gaganyaan” in 2023. In Rajya Sabha assembly, the minister answered upon asking about the same. He stated that our nation’s first human space mission will reach the outer space in 2023. This will be a huge accomplishment, as India will join US, Russia and China in the list of launching human spaceflight. India would be the fourth nation to do so. Before this, two crewed space flights will be launched, first is scheduled during the mid of 2022. And other one has been scheduled for the end of 2022. Both of these space flights would be launched as test vehicle flight for the validation of Crew Escape System performance. "T...

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Free Electricity Supply to Whole Village: Read How Chembu Village Lightens Up Round the Year

Divya SinghDecember 10, 20210

In India, there are many villages without a road or power. However, people come up with a variety of clever and imaginative ideas to address the dilemma. Such is the story of Chembu village in Karnataka, where the residents have found a permanent solution to this electricity problem. Chembu village, located on the boundary of the Dakshina Kannada and Madikeri districts, has set an excellent example in this regard. Until today, no one has provided electricity to this tiny town. As a result, they decided to take control of the situation in their hands. The geographical location of the village is such that it is surrounded by dense forests and numerous streams flowing across. As a result, the land belongs to Forest Department. This causes the hinderance for Mangalore Electricity Supply...

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India’s First CDS General Bipin Rawat Dies in Helicopter Crash

Divya SinghDecember 9, 20210

General Bipin Rawat, India’s first-ever Chief of Defence Staff, has died in a helicopter crash in Coonoor, Tamil Nadu. He was travelling with his wife and 11 others to Wellington, Tamil Nadu. The Russian-made military chopper, Mi-17V5, was heading for Wellington. The IAF said, “Gen Bipin Rawat, Chief of Defence Staff (CDS) was on a visit to Defence Services Staff College, Wellington (Nilgiri Hills) to address the faculty and student officers of the Staff Course today,”. The last rites of Gen Rawat are to be held in New Delhi. IAF chopper carrying Gen Rawat crashed in Tamil Nadu Gen Rawat was appointed as the Chief of Defence Staff in January 2019. This was the first time the post of CDS was being introduced. It was done to bring together the three defence forces of the nation, the A...

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14 Civilians Killed ‘Mistakenly’ By The Army Para Commandos In Nagaland

Divya SinghDecember 6, 20210

The Para Special forces of Army open fired on a van carrying local coal miners, mistaken them as insurgents, in Mon district of Nagaland. The open fire resulted in killing of 6 civilians. The whole incident took place on Saturday, 4th December. Angered by the happening, villagers attacked and started firing the soldier’s vehicle, killing 7 more civilians. One soldier is also reported to be dead in the firing. On Sunday, the anguish curtailed forward, wherein mob attacked the Assam Rifle camp. It resulted in killing of 1 more civilian. A poster displayed in the Mon district of Nagaland after open firing by Army Army has released a statement, saying: "Based on credible intelligence of likely movement of insurgents, a specific operation was planned to be conducted in the area of Tir...

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“I Think This Is The End…I’m Done,” Comic Munawar Faruqui Hints At Quitting Stand-Up Comedy!

Divya SinghNovember 30, 20210

Munawar’s latest show that was scheduled for 28th November in Bengaluru, got cancelled. The police had asked the organisers to call-off the show citing law and order issues. Bengaluru police had issued a letter to the organiser of the Good Shephard auditorium, in which the show was scheduled to held. In the letter police referred to Munawar Faruqui as a 'controversial figure'. "It is learned that Munawar Faruqui is a controversial figure, as was his statements on other religions' Gods. Many states have banned his comedy shows. It is learned that a case has been filed against him in Madhya Pradesh. Similar cases are filed against him in other states," stated in the letter sent by Ashok Nagar’s Police Department. Stand-up comedian Munawar Faruqui After this, Munawar tweeted, "Aaj B...

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What is Norovirus That Has Been Spreading In Wayanad, Kerala?

Divya SinghNovember 13, 20210

Kerala has been alerted due to the 13 reported cases of Norovirus. The cases are recorded, two weeks ago, from a veterinary college in Pookode near Vythiri in Wayanad district. Amid the acute spread of disease, State Health Minister, Veena George, has asked people to maintain proper hygiene and be more vigilant. Kerala Health Minister issued guidelines for the prevention of Norovirus "Currently there is no cause for concern but everyone should be vigilant. Activities including super chlorination are underway. Drinking water sources need to be ensured to be hygienic," she had said. "With proper prevention and treatment, the disease can be cured quickly. Therefore, everyone should be aware of the disease and its means of prevention," she added. 13 cases of Norovirus have been confi...

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Kangana Ranaut’s Comment ‘Freedom Of 1947 Was Bheek’, Embarked Outrage; Complaint Filed Under Sedition Charges

Divya SinghNovember 12, 20210

Four times national award winner, Kangana Ranaut, has been yet again landed in the controversy. Recently, a complaint has been filed for her derogatory comment over the National Freedom. While at a summit, she stated that India got ‘real freedom’ in 2014. In her statement, she was addressing when BJP came into power, and further said, independence in 1947 was ‘bheek’ (alms). BJP MP, Varun Gandhi, shared a 24-second clip on Twitter. In which Kangana can be seen referring to independence as ‘bheek’ at the event organized by some channel. Complaint filed against Kangana over her derogatory comments for Independence "It is an anti-national act and must be called out as such. To not do so would be a betrayal of all those who shed blood so that today we may stand tall and free as a nat...

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MLAs Of Kerala Opposition Ride Bicycles To Assembly In Protest

Divya SinghNovember 11, 20210

On Thursday, November 11 in Kerala, legislators from the opposition Congress-led United Democratic Front (UDF) rode their bicycles into the Assembly to express their displeasure with the Pinarayi Vijayan government's refusal to reduce taxes on petroleum goods. Kerala Opposition MLAs ride bicycles to Assembly in protest Following the Centre's reduction, the price of petrol per litre fell by Rs 12.27, while the price of diesel fell by Rs 6.30, bringing the average price of one-litre petrol in the state to Rs 103.80 and diesel to Rs 91.59, while the state's portion in the tax component was reduced in neighbouring states of Tamil Nadu and Kerala. Also read: ‘I Was Invited To The Alleged Drug-On-Cruise Party’ Says Congress Minister The 'Diwali present' from the centre arrived on No...

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Red Alert Issued For Chennai As More Rainfall Is Expected On November 10 And 11

Divya SinghNovember 10, 20210

Tamil Nadu has received 46% of excess rainfall so far. It has been reported that 5 people have died, more than 500 houses and huts have been damaged. Gagandeep Singh Bedi, Chennai Corporation Commissioner, stated that 41 areas have been marked as flood prone. The people residing there have been alerted. As per the Indian Meteorological Department (IMD) heavy rainfalls are a result of formation of low-pressure belts above the southeast region of Bay of Bengal. Due to the incessant rains on November 6, Chennai is facing floods. In the coming days, more rains are expected in the region. Tamil Nadu sees heaviest rainfall since 2015. Red alert has been issued by IMD for the areas including Tiruvannamalai, Villupuram, Chennai, Chengalpattu, Kanchipuram and Tiruvalur. Other areas like N...

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Afghans Suffer As Food Crisis Deepens Under Taliban: Report

Divya SinghNovember 9, 20210

As per the reports from International Forum for Rights and Security (IFFRAS), a Canada-based think tank, Afghanistan is facing food crisis. The reports said that 95% of Afghans do not have enough food. Ever since the Taliban rule, the condition of Afghanistan has been worsening, as they do not have enough funds to procure food and provide other essentials. 95% of Afghans do not have enough food- IFFRAS reports "There are reports that 95 percent of Afghans do not have enough food to eat while half of the population is expected to face acute levels of hunger as winter sets in early November," IFFRAS said. The UN World Food Programme (WFP) has released a report stating that the lives and livelihoods of people have been severely affected due to a number of reasons including drought, Co...

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IRCTC Share Prices Recover After 30% Fall As Railway Ministry Withdraws Decision To Share ‘Convenience Fee’

Divya SinghOctober 30, 20210

Indian Railways Catering and Tourism Corporation (IRCTC) faced 30% fall in the share prices. After the reports stating that the company must share revenues earned from convenience fees with the Railway Ministry in 50:50 ratio, this fall in share prices sufficed. Railway Ministry withdraws decision to share convenience fee The company’s shares were down as much as 30% to an intraday low of Rs 639.45.  The loss was recovered after the Railway Ministry decided to withdraw its decision to share convenience fee charged by the company to passengers for ticket booking.  This resulted in recovery of the loss as IRCTC share prices were down 4.87% at Rs 867 apiece, afterwards. DIPAM Secretary also confirmed this in a tweet that reads as, "Ministry of Railways has decided to ...

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