The City of Dallas has officially named Justin Ball as the next Chief of Dallas Fire-Rescue (DFR), making him the 18th person to hold the position in the department’s long-standing history. Ball, who has been serving as interim chief since June 2024, was selected from a competitive pool of 32 candidates and is set to formally take over as chief on April 23, 2025. A native of northeast England, Chief Ball brings with him nearly three decades of experience within the Dallas Fire-Rescue De

IDBI Bank has announced its Recruitment 2025 drive to fill key leadership roles in the organization. The Industrial Development Bank of India (IDBI) is inviting applications for three positions: Chief Economist, Head - Data Analytics, and Deputy Chief Technology Officer (Channels). These positions will be offered on a contract basis.   Vacancy Details and Key Roles The following posts are open for applications in the IDBI Bank Recruitment 202

  President Donald Trump on Sunday announced his decision to name Dan Bongino as the Federal Bureau of Investigation’s deputy director. Bongino, a former television host and conservative commentator known for his strong support of the President, is stepping into a role traditionally held by a career FBI agent. This appointment follows the recent controversial nomination of Kash Patel to lead the agency and represents a marked break from longst

Rajiv Kumar’s tenure as Chief Election Commissioner of India, beginning in May 2022, has seen multiple landmark elections, including the 2023 Karnataka and Telangana polls and the 2022 presidential elections. His leadership has faced ongoing scrutiny, with opposition parties alleging bias towards the ruling BJP and raising concerns about the integrity of the election process, particularly regarding Electronic Voting Machines (EVMs). Despite the criticism, Kumar has defended the election

Pawan Kalyan, the Deputy Chief Minister, has officially started his Sanatana Dharma tour following his recovery from high fever and spondylitis. After a brief medical absence, Kalyan departed from Begumpet airport this morning and landed at Kochi airport a short while ago.The tour, which will last for four days, marks his return to full health and is dedicated to visiting prominent temples across Kerala and Tamil Nadu. Today, he will be visiting the Agastya Maharshi Temple in Kochi, which wil

On Thursday, Lebanon’s parliament elected General Joseph Aoun, the country’s army chief, as president, filling the vacant office that had remained unoccupied since October 2022. His election marks a shift in Lebanon’s political landscape and reflects a diminished influence of the Iran-backed Hezbollah group following the impact of the recent war with Israel. Aoun, who enjoys U.S. approval, received crucial backing from Hezbollah’s Shi'ite ally, the Amal Movement, a

Air Chief Marshal AP Singh has raised serious concerns about the ongoing delays in the delivery of the Tejas fighter aircraft, calling for an urgent boost in private sector partnerships for defence product development. Speaking at the 21st Subroto Mukherjee Seminar, Singh emphasized that R&D in defence becomes irrelevant if it doesn't meet its timelines, pointing out how the Tejas project, conceived in 1984, still faces delays. Despite its induction into the Indian Air Force in 2016,

On Monday, Chief Justice of India (CJI) Sanjiv Khanna recused himself from hearing two significant pleas regarding the finalisation of the constitutions for the Indian Olympic Association (IOA) and the All India Football Federation (AIFF). These constitutions were drafted by former Supreme Court judge Justice L. Nageswara Rao. CJI Khanna informed the bench, which included Justice Sanjay Kumar, that he would not participate in the proceedings because of his prior involvement with the case in t

Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu clarified that no action would be taken against Adani Green Energy Limited (AGEL) concerning allegations of bribery until concrete proof is provided. Speaking at the Telugu Desam Party (TDP) headquarters in Mangalagiri, Naidu emphasized the need for more evidence, especially as the case is still under investigation in the United States. He noted that the state government cannot act based on mere allegations and will await the outcome of the le

Andhra Pradesh is set to welcome its new Chief Secretary, K Vijayanand, who will assume the role on December 31. Vijayanand, an IAS officer from the 1992 batch, will replace Neerabh Kumar Prasad, who is retiring after reaching the age of superannuation. Neerabh Kumar Prasad had been serving as Chief Secretary since shortly after the Andhra Pradesh elections in June 2024. His retirement has led to the swift appointment of K Vijayanand, a highly respected and experienced IAS officer.

In a recent lecture on ‘India – The Vishwaguru' in Pune, RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat expressed concern over the resurgence of temple-mosque disputes, stating that certain individuals seem to believe they can become "leaders of Hindus" by stirring such controversies. Bhagwat emphasized the importance of fostering an inclusive society and stressed that India should set an example for the world in living together harmoniously. He pointed out the country's long-standing

Governor Challenges State Government's Search Committee: On Wednesday, Governor R N Ravi took a bold step by canceling the search committee formed by the Tamil Nadu State Higher Education Department for appointing a new Vice-Chancellor at Annamalai University. The Governor's office stated that the state’s committee excluded the UGC Chairman’s nominee, violating the Supreme Court’s interpretation of UGC re

Maharashtra Chief Minister Eknath Shinde tendered his resignation to Governor CP Radhakrishnan on Tuesday following the results of the assembly elections. Despite a significant victory for the Mahayuti coalition, which includes the BJP, Shinde-led Shiv Sena, and Ajit Pawar’s NCP, the decision on who will succeed Shinde as the new CM remains uncertain. Accompanied by Deputy Chief Ministers Devendra Fadnavis and Ajit Pawar, Shinde visited the Raj Bhavan to submit his resignation

Prime Minister Narendra Modi extended his warm wishes to Telangana Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy on his birthday, praying for his long and healthy life. The Prime Minister took to social media to convey his regards, stating, "Best wishes to Telangana CM Revanth Reddy Ji on his birthday. I pray for his long and healthy life." CM Reddy, in response, expressed gratitude for the kind wishes from PM Modi and thanked him for the gesture. Telugu actor Chiranjeevi also joined in to

Deputy Chief Minister Pawan Kalyan recently made a bold move by publicly revealing widespread public dissatisfaction with Chandrababu Naidu's government. This is a rare occurrence as no Deputy Chief Minister usually opens up about such issues publicly. The move has sparked discussions and criticism, shedding light on the underlying issues plaguing the government. Critics have pointed out three primary issues that are damaging the government's reputation and inciting public f

Air Marshal Amar Preet Singh has been appointed as the next Chief of the Air Staff, effective September 30, 2024. This significant transition will see him succeed the outgoing Chief, Air Chief Marshal Vivek Ram Chaudhari, who will demit office on the same day. Currently serving as the Vice Chief of the Air Staff, Singh brings a wealth of experience to this pivotal role. Commissioned into the Indian Air Force in 1984, Singh’s career spans sever

Udhayanidhi Stalin, the son of Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin, is expected to be promoted to the position of Deputy Chief Minister, according to sources. A formal announcement from Governor RN Ravi’s office is anticipated later today. Speculation about his elevation has been circulating for months, with party insiders suggesting it aims to bolster the DMK’s leadership in preparation for the 2026 Assembly elections. Having played a pivotal role in the DMK’s rec

Kejriwal’s Resignation: Arvind Kejriwal, the Chief Minister of Delhi, resigned from his position on Tuesday evening, making way for colleague Atishi to take over. This decision follows a dramatic four-day period after Kejriwal's release on bail related to the liquor policy case. Atishi’s Appointment: Atishi, newly appointed as the leader of the legislative party, will serve as the acting Chief Minister unt

Arvind Kejriwal’s Announcement and Its Implications: Arvind Kejriwal, Delhi's Chief Minister, has announced that he will resign within the next 24 hours and only return to office based on the outcome of corruption allegations against him. This decision raises the critical question of who will temporarily lead the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) and the Delhi government. Manish Sisodia, the former Deputy Chief Minister, recently met Kejriwal, likely discussing th

In a heartwarming display of compassion, Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar stopped his convoy to assist an injured man in Pune. On Tuesday morning, as Pawar was en route to the Pune Circuit House, he encountered a man who had been involved in a minor road accident and was lying injured on the road. Video footage of the incident shows Pawar immediately stepping out of his vehicle to check on the injured individual. He engaged with the man, inquiring about the accident and