The Office of the Civil Service Commission announces the opening of applications for the 2025 General Knowledge and Aptitude Test, detailing key dates, application process, and examination centres.
Princess Beatrice and her husband, Edoardo Mapelli Mozzi, have welcomed their second child, a baby girl named Athena Elizabeth Rose Mapelli Mozzi. Born prematurely but healthy, Athena is the couple's second daughter and the fourth grandchild of the Duke and Duchess of York.
A devastating stampede during the Maha Kumbh Mela in Prayagraj on Mauni Amavasya resulted in 30 deaths and 90 injuries. The incident, caused by overwhelming crowd pressure, led to the collapse of barricades. Relief operations were promptly initiated, with the injured receiving medical care. The administration has set up a helpline for missing persons and announced compensation for the deceased's families.
Welsh opera singer Wynne Evans has been removed from the Strictly Come Dancing live tour following an inappropriate sexual comment made during the tour’s launch event. Evans issued a public apology and stepped away from the tour and his BBC Radio Wales show.
The UK Health Security Agency reports an increase in Human metapneumovirus cases, a respiratory virus with cold-like symptoms, currently circulating in the UK. Vulnerable groups are advised to take preventive measures.
The UK faces a surge in human metapneumovirus (HMPV) cases, a respiratory illness causing flu-like symptoms, with older adults particularly affected. Health officials reassure the public, citing typical seasonal trends.
India marks its 76th Republic Day on 26th January 2025 with nationwide celebrations, featuring patriotic messages and videos shared across social media platforms. Special content including WhatsApp status videos, GIFs, and messages highlighting the Indian tricolour, freedom fighters, and monuments are widely circulated. The Republic Day parade, live-streamed on Doordarshan's YouTube channel, includes Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto as the chief guest and President Droupadi Murmu hoisting the national flag.
India marked its 76th Republic Day with a grand parade at Kartavya Path in Delhi, featuring military strength, cultural diversity, and the presence of Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto as the chief guest. The event showcased new military technologies and cultural performances, concluding with the 'Beating Retreat' ceremony.
India marked its 76th Republic Day on 26th January 2025 with a grand parade at Kartavya Path, showcasing the nation's cultural diversity and military strength. President Droupadi Murmu hoisted the national flag, with Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto as the chief guest. The event also celebrated 75 years of the Indian Constitution.
The UK government is grappling with the sustainability of the state pension system, facing calls for earlier increases in the pension age and debates over the triple lock mechanism. With demographic shifts and rising costs, the system is under significant strain, prompting discussions on reforms and targeted support for lower-income individuals.