New Delhi: The PM CARES for Children Scheme, launched in 2021 to support children orphaned during the Covid-19 pandemic, has reportedly spent Rs 346 crore on the welfare of 4,543 children, according to the latest audited statement of the fund for 2022-23. The Scheme, launched by Prime Minister Narendra Modi on May 29, 2021, aimed to support children who had lost both their parents, legal guardian, adoptive parents, or surviving parent to the Covid between March 11, 2020 and May 5, 2023. It aims to ensure comprehensive care and protection of children in a sustained manner, enable their well-being through…
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A coalition of Democratic state attorneys general filed a federal lawsuit on Tuesday to stop President Trump’s executive order that seeks to eliminate birthright citizenship.Mr. Trump invoked presidential powers to begin his long-promised immigration crackdown shortly after taking office on Monday. His executive actions included an order directing the federal government to stop issuing passports, citizenship certificates and other documents to many children born in the U.S. whose mothers are in the country illegally, or for whom neither parent is a legal permanent resident.The lawsuit by the 18 states, filed in federal court in Massachusetts, claims Mr. Trump’s initiative violates…
Seoul: The number of babies born in South Korea rose at the fastest rate in 14 years in November, driven partly by an increase in marriages in the post-pandemic era and shifting perceptions toward marriage and parenthood, the country’s statistics agency said on Wednesday. According to the data compiled by Statistics Korea, a total of 20,095 babies were born in November 2024, up 14.6 per cent from the 17,530 newborns during the same period a year earlier, Yonhap news agency reported. It marked the largest on-year increase since November 2010, when the number of childbirths grew by 17.5 per cent.…
New Delhi: The Union Budget of India is an important annual document presented by the government, detailing how the country plans to manage its finances for the upcoming year. It outlines the expected revenues and expenditures, helping shape the nation’s economic policies and priorities. The budget plays a vital role in deciding how resources will be allocated to critical areas such as education, healthcare, infrastructure, defence, and social welfare, all of which are essential for the country’s growth and development. The Union Budget for 2025-26 will be presented by Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman in Parliament on February 1. Who was…
Mumbai: Bollywood actor Saif Ali Khan, who was recently the victim of an attack at his Bandra residence, was discharged from Lilavati Hospital on Tuesday after five days of treatment. His return home was closely followed by heavy police security, and visuals of the actor exiting the hospital with a smile and waving at the paparazzi. Saif greeted his fans and the media present outside his residence as he made his way back home. On Wednesday, Mumbai Police reached the ‘Devara’ actor’s home to record his statement on the matter. Meanwhile, actor Ronit Roy, known for his roles…
New Delhi: As Sam Altman-run OpenAI announced the Stargate Project which intends to invest $500 billion over the next four years in building new AI infrastructure in the US — with SoftBank, Oracle and MGX — Tesla and SpaceX CEO Elon Musk on Wednesday said “ they don’t actually have the money”. According to an OpenAI statement, they will begin deploying $100 billion immediately. “This infrastructure will secure American leadership in AI, create hundreds of thousands of American jobs, and generate massive economic benefits for the entire world. This project will not only support the re-industrialisation of the United States…
Naresh Sharma, Raigarh. A case of fierce fighting between two parties has come to light in Kharsia. A young man injured in this incident died during treatment. This case is of Mohapali of Kharsia. Police have registered the case and started investigating the incident. According to the information, there was a dispute between the Garg family and the Anu Boutique family over a trivial matter. During this, there was a fight between both the parties. Annu Agarwal, who was injured in this incident, died in the hospital. After the incident, one of the accused Chinu Aggarwal himself reached the police…
Ludhiana: After a spellbinding performance at the Jhoom event in Sri Ganganagar, where Mohinder Pal Singh (MP Singh) captivated hearts with his soulful Sufi music and made the evening truly special, the celebrated artist is now bringing his musical magic to Ludhiana for the very first time. Known for his deep, soul-stirring voice and the ability to connect with audiences on an emotional level, MP Singh has carved a niche for himself in the world of Sufi music. His unique style blends traditional Sufi elements with contemporary influences, creating a mesmerizing experience that resonates with listeners of all ages. With every…
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The West Bengal government got permission in the Calcutta High Court to challenge the lower court’s decision in which Sanjay Roy was booked for the rape and murder of a doctor at RG Kar Medical College and Hospital. He has been sentenced to life imprisonment till death. The state, on behalf of Advocate General Kishore Dutta, sought commutation of the sentence to death penalty, saying the culprit deserved harsher punishment. Pannun in Trump oath ceremony: Khalistani terrorist Pannun seen in Trump’s swearing-in ceremony, was raising slogans of Khalistan Zindabad; Video Viral The Sealdah court, headed by Additional District and Sessions…