Top News Stories in India on January 23, 2025
1.NHRC Orders Fresh Probe into Foxconn's Hiring Practices The National Human Rights Commission criticized labor officials for an inadequate investigation into Foxconn's alleged discrimination against married women in hiring at its Indian plant, mandating a new inquiry within four weeks.
2.Government Issues Notices to Ola and Uber Over Differential Pricing India's consumer affairs minister announced that notices were sent to ride-hailing companies Ola and Uber regarding alleged differential pricing for Android and Apple users.
3.Tech Initiatives Enhance Safety at Maha Kumbh Mela The 2025 Maha Kumbh Mela is set to utilize advanced technologies, including facial recognition and AI-based software, to manage crowds and ensure safety for over 400 million expected attendees.
4India Offers to Repatriate 18,000 Illegal Migrants from the U.S. In a bid to safeguard key visa programs, India has offered to take back approximately 18,000 citizens illegally residing in the United States.
5.Kashmir's Chinar Trees Get Geo-Tagged for Conservation Kashmir's iconic Chinar trees are being geo-tagged with unique Aadhar-like codes to monitor their health and preserve them amidst threats from urbanization and climate change.
6.Actor Rajpal Yadav Receives Threat from 'Lawrence Bishnoi Gang' Bollywood actor Rajpal Yadav received a threat email from the 'Lawrence Bishnoi gang,' including photos of the late singer Sidhu Moosewala, warning that his movements are being monitored.
7.Bomb Threat at Mumbai School Prompts Police Response A school in Mumbai's Jogeshwari-Oshiwara area received a bomb threat via email, leading to an immediate security response from the Mumbai Police.
8.Saif Ali Khan's Health Insurance Claim Sparks Debate Actor Saif Ali Khan's health insurance claim has ignited discussions on social media regarding disparities in insurance claim processing between celebrities and the general public.
9.Singer Monali Thakur Hospitalized After Performance Singer Monali Thakur was admitted to a hospital in Bihar after experiencing breathlessness during a performance, according to reports.
10.Witchcraft Ritual Allegedly Performed Outside Karnataka Milk Federation Office A ritual involving a doll, lemons, and red vermilion was reportedly performed outside the Karnataka Milk Federation office amid lay-off rumors, raising concerns among employees.
11.UDAN Yatri Cafe at Kolkata Airport Becomes Most Affordable Food Outlet The newly inaugurated UDAN Yatri Cafe at Kolkata Airport offers economical food options, addressing complaints about overpriced airport food and attracting approximately 900 customers daily.
12.Maharashtra Minister Questions Saif Ali Khan's Stabbing Incident Maharashtra minister Nitesh Rane sparked controversy by questioning the authenticity of actor Saif Ali Khan's stabbing incident, comparing the actor to "garbage."
13.Comedian Kapil Sharma Receives Death Threat from Pakistan Comedian Kapil Sharma received a death threat from Pakistan, days after actors Rajpal Yadav and Remo D'Souza faced similar threats, leading to increased security measures.
14.IMD Issues Weather Alert for Northern India The India Meteorological Department has issued a weather alert for cold wave conditions in Himachal Pradesh and dense fog in Bihar, with rain and snow forecasted for the Western Himalayas.
15.Gold and Silver Prices Decline Amid Weak Demand Gold and silver prices in India have fallen due to weak demand, with gold being a preferred investment option and holding cultural significance in the country.
16.Stock Market Sees Modest Gains The Indian stock market experienced modest gains, with key indices showing positive movement influenced by economic indicators and corporate earnings.
17.Delhi Government Launches Electric Bus Service The Delhi government has launched a new electric bus service to promote eco-friendly transportation and reduce pollution in the capital city.
18.India and Japan Strengthen Defense Ties India and Japan have agreed to enhance defense cooperation, focusing on joint military exercises and technology sharing to bolster regional security.
19.Supreme Court Upholds Reservation for Economically Weaker Sections The Supreme Court has upheld the constitutional validity of reservations for economically weaker sections in educational institutions and government jobs.
20.Government Approves New Education Policy Implementation The Indian government has approved the implementation of the New Education Policy, aiming to revamp the education system with a focus on holistic development and skill enhancement.
21.India's GDP Growth Projected at 7% for Fiscal Year The Finance Ministry projects India's GDP growth at 7% for the current fiscal year, attributing it to robust economic reforms and increased foreign investments.
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