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A week after the Calcutta High Court expressed discontent over the ongoing investigation by Kolkata Police and transferred the probe to the Central Bureau of Investigation CBI, the Supreme Court of India has taken suo motu cognizance of the brutal case of rape and murder of a 31-year-old trainee doctor in Kolkata. A bench...

The world is at a crucial moment in its history, with economic power dynamics shifting and emerging markets gaining prominence. Among these, India stands out as a potential global powerhouse. The next decade is poised to be an era of India, characterised by its thriving market, large labour force, and strategic geopolitical position. There...

The Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) were part of the four major themes highlighted by Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman in the Union Budget 2024-25 announced in the parliament on Tuesday. Among other benefits announced for them in the budget, Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises will now be able to avail loans up to...

Prime Minister Narendra Modi's first budget in his third term meant for the financial year 2024-25 puts employment and skill development for youths on priority, as announced by Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman on Tuesday. While announcing the budget, the Finance Minister announced a Rs 2 lakh crore package for schemes which are aimed at...

Manipur Chief Minister N Biren Singh offered support to over four lakh beneficiaries under 46 government schemes on Thursday. The primary focus is on internally displaced people affected by the ethnic conflicts that erupted in May last year, who have been living in relief camps since then. At least 6000 families have received Rs...

The ongoing National Eligibility cum Entrance Test (NEET) examination row has given a good chance to the Opposition INDIA bloc to target the newly formed government led by Prime Minister Narendra Modi in his third term. The government is not only facing condemnation over the alleged irregularities of the NEET-UG exams and UCG-NET exam...

The National Eligibility Entrance Test for Postgraduates (NEET PG), which is a decisive examination for medical graduates aspiring for MD/MS/PG Diploma courses at colleges and universities across India has been postponed for the academic year 2024-2025 without announcement of a fresh date, leaving the examinees anxious. The Ministry of Health has postponed the National...

The National Eligibility cum Entrance Test (NEET) a national level medical entrance examination in India have ignited a firestorm of controversy, with allegations ranging from cheating to paper leaks. The National Testing Agency (NTA) finds itself under scrutiny as concerns mount over the integrity of the examination process. Amidst calls for a re-examination and...

As India marks World Environment Day, the recent election results have stirred a sense of anticipation, coupled with skepticism, regarding the promised environmental reforms. While the electorate's concern for sustainability is evident, there remains a palpable gap between political pledges and tangible action on the ground. The ruling party's manifesto paints a promising picture of...

In an attempt to curb cyber crime, the Government of India has issued directions to telecom service providers to block incoming international spoofed calls displaying Indian mobile numbers. “It has been reported that fraudsters are making international spoofed calls displaying Indian mobile numbers to Indian citizens and committing cyber-crime and financial frauds. These calls appear...

National Anti-Terrorism Day is observed on 21st May every year in India to commemorate the assassination of former Indian Prime Minister Rajiv Gandhi, was assassinated in Tamil Nadu by a suicide bomber associated with the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam. On Anti-Terrorism Day this year, The CSR Journal takes a look into the activities of...

In an effort to boost voter turnout in the ongoing Lok Sabha election, the local administration, along with numerous restaurants, cafes, and other service providers, is rolling out enticing offers on polling days. India has successfully completed four out of seven phases of the Lok Sabha election so far, with the remaining phases scheduled...