Author: Sharad Natani
In a significant boost to government job aspirants, the Ministry of Railways has announced that more than 50,000 appointments will be offered in the financial year 2025-26 through its Railway Recruitment Boards (RRBs). In a press release on Wednesday, the Ministry stated that over 9,000 appointment letters have already been issued in the first quarter (April–June) of the fiscal year, setting a strong pace for the ambitious recruitment target. 1.86 Crore Applicants, 55,000+ Vacancies Since November 2024, the RRBs have conducted Computer Based Tests (CBTs) for more than 1.86 crore candidates, covering seven recruitment notifications with 55,197 total vacancies. “This…
In a groundbreaking ruling that’s set to reshape land laws in India, the Supreme Court has declared that having a registered sale deed alone does not make you the legal owner of a property. The court ruled that to claim true ownership, a person must also have: -Mutation done in revenue records -Physical possession of the land -Verified entries by the local patwari “A registered deed is just a document of transfer, not the ultimate proof of ownership,” the apex court clarified. Why This Matters to You If you’ve bought land, you’re not the legal owner unless your name is…
Ushering in a new era of freight movement, India’s first private Gati Shakti Multi-Modal Cargo Terminal (GCT) has been launched by the Dedicated Freight Corridor Corporation of India Ltd. (DFCCIL) in Gujarat’s industrial zone near Surat. This strategic development aligns with the PM Gati Shakti Master Plan, showcasing India’s firm step toward transforming its logistics ecosystem. New Sanjali Terminal: Gujarat’s Logistics Powerhouse Developed across 120 acres of private land by the Sawariya Shakti Group, the New Sanjali Terminal stands as a testament to efficient, green, and future-ready infrastructure. It lies at a logistics hotspot — between New Sanjali station (DFCCIL)…
In a heart-stopping moment of instinct and loyalty, a village dog in Siyathi, Mandi district, became an unlikely hero, saving 67 villagers from certain death as a massive landslide hit their homes in the dead of night. At around 12:30 AM on June 30, as monsoon rains pounded the hillside, the dog—sleeping on the second floor of his owner’s house—began barking frantically and howling non-stop. Sensing something was terribly wrong, Narendra, the dog’s owner, rushed out to discover cracks forming in the walls and water flooding in. “I didn’t know what was happening, but the dog wouldn’t stop. When I…
A new study by AIIMS Raipur has sounded the alarm on India’s youngest digital natives. Children under 5 are spending an average of 2.2 hours a day on screens—twice the safe limit—raising serious concerns about their physical, mental, and social development. Infants Under 2 Also Exposed Even children under two years, for whom screen time should ideally be zero, are averaging 1.2 hours daily, the study revealed. The findings are based on a meta-analysis of 10 studies covering 2,857 children across India, published in the medical journal Cureus. What’s at Stake? Excessive screen exposure is linked to: Delayed language skills…
While most students are focused on exams and assignments, Amala Jose, a Business Management student from St Joseph’s College, Moolamattom, is tackling something far bigger: the global plastic crisis. With the help of her mentors and campus startup support, she has designed PenCanvas, a biodegradable pen that may help rewrite the story of plastic pollution. The journey began during a seminar at CIPET Kochi, where Amala first learned about bioplastics and biopolymers. “That session was a turning point. I realised everyday items like pens, often overlooked, are huge contributors to plastic waste,” Amala shared in an interview with Onmanorama. From…