Between 1948 and 1960, India's football team was a force in the Olympic Games, peaking with a semi-final berth in Melbourne 1956, thanks to legends like Neville D’Souza. Despite moments of brilliance, the team faded from Olympic contention after 1960, marking the end of a remarkable era.
Residents of Chhajlat village in Moradabad, Uttar Pradesh, are on edge due to repeated nighttime drone sightings. Fearing crime, villagers have set up armed patrols, while police believe local youths are likely behind the incidents. Community vigilance and heightened police activity continue as investigations progress.
The PM Kisan scheme's 20th installment, delayed from June, is now set for July 19-20, 2025. Farmers must complete the mandatory eKYC to qualify for the ₹2,000 direct payment, part of the annual ₹6,000 aid. Over 9.8 crore farmers, including 2.4 crore women, benefited from the last release. Status updates can be checked on the PM Kisan portal.
The 20th installment of the PM Kisan Yojana is now expected on July 19-20, 2025. Farmers must finish eKYC to qualify for the Rs 2,000 payment. Beneficiaries can check their status online, while those with higher incomes remain ineligible. The last payment was in February 2025.
Gold and silver prices in India soared to unprecedented levels on July 12, 2025. Delhi saw 24-carat gold hit ₹98,330 per 10 grams, and Bangalore’s silver jumped to ₹1,15,000 per kilogram. Market experts point to international tensions and US policy as key reasons behind the surge, with analysts advising strategic buying amid the volatility.
A 24-year-old pregnant woman, Priya Kol, died after being marooned for hours near a flooded bridge in Rewa, Madhya Pradesh, unable to reach medical care. Her ordeal exposes the harsh reality of poor infrastructure and limited healthcare in rural India, fueling local anger and calls for urgent change.
Devdutt Padikkal set a new Maharaja Trophy auction record by being picked up by Hubli Tigers for ₹13.20 lakh. Abhinav Manohar joined him at Hubli, while Manish Pandey was snapped up by Mysuru Warriors. Teams made bold moves to strengthen both batting and bowling for the 2025 season.
The UPPSC has greenlit 7,666 LT Grade Teacher positions in 2025 after a seven-year gap, including a notable B.Ed exemption for Computer Teachers. Applications are open July 28 to August 28 with age and degree requirements. The move targets classroom shortages and a shift in education policy.
The BYD Sealion 7, a Chinese electric SUV, lands in India with aggressive pricing, a 542 km range, and premium tech, positioning itself as a strong rival to the Tesla Model Y. With a 523 bhp motor, luxurious interiors, and fast charging, it’s set to shake up the country’s growing EV market.
The Nagaland Lottery Sambad results for February 4, 2025, are out for DEAR GODAVARI, DEAR COMET, and DEAR GOOSE draws. Winning numbers for all three draws are now available, with players urged to check their tickets and claim prizes wisely.