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India Falls Below Pakistan in 2025 World Happiness Report; Finland Tops the List as Happiest Country

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1 year ago

March 20, 2025

According to the World Happiness Report 2025 released on Thursday, India ranks 118th among 147 countries, significantly lower than its neighbors Pakistan, Nepal, Ukraine, and Palestine. The report was unveiled on the International Day of Happiness, celebrated annually on March 20.

India occupies the 118th position, while Pakistan is ranked at 109th. In comparison, China and Nepal score better at 68th and 92nd respectively. Among its neighbors, Sri Lanka (133) and Bangladesh (134) are the only countries ranked below India.

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Once again, Finland tops the list as the happiest country, followed closely by Denmark and Iceland, with Afghanistan sitting at the bottom. Meanwhile, the United States has dropped out of the top 20, now ranked 24th, down from 23rd last year.

The Congress opposition criticized the Narendra Modi government in response to India’s decline in the happiness index, citing increasing unemployment, rampant inflation, and rising suicide rates. They stated, “India’s World Happiness Index ranking has consistently fallen since 2013. The rising unemployment, unchecked inflation, and increasing suicides reflect the government’s neglect of citizens’ well-being. Together, let’s create a nation where happiness and dignity are paramount.”

India’s average life evaluation score stands at 4.389 out of 10. The country achieved its best ranking of 94 in 2022 and saw a significant drop to 144 in 2012.

The World Happiness Report evaluates multiple factors to assess rankings, including social support, GDP per capita, freedom, generosity, healthy life expectancy, and corruption levels. In India’s case, it scored poorly in social support (ranked 128) and GDP per capita (ranked 93 at USD 9,703). On the other hand, it excelled in perceived freedom (ranked 23 at 90.8%) and generosity (ranked 51 at 35.5%). However, India faces a high perception of corruption, ranking 56th with a negative perception of 73%. Data on healthy life expectancy remains unavailable.

The World Happiness Report is regarded as a leading publication on global well-being and ways to enhance it, as stated on its official website. The annual report is produced by the Wellbeing Research Centre at the University of Oxford in collaboration with Gallup, the UN Sustainable Development Solutions Network, and an Editorial Board.

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Jammu University Introduces Fuel-Saving Measures

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3 days ago

May 14, 2026

Namma Kudla

National : The University of Jammu has announced several fuel-saving measures following Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s appeal for fuel conservation. Vice-Chancellor Prof Umesh Rai said the university has decided to conduct all PhD viva voce examinations online to reduce travel and save fuel.

The university will also prefer virtual speakers for national and international conferences. In another step, the Academic Council meeting planned in Poonch has been shifted to the Jammu University campus to avoid unnecessary travel.

Prof Rai said the measures will help save fuel, time and resources. He also encouraged university staff to use bicycles and carpool while travelling to the campus.

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One Year On: Pahalgam Attack Still Haunts the Nation

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4 weeks ago

April 21, 2026

Namma Kudla

National: One year after the deadly terror attack in Pahalgam, the nation remembers the 26 people who lost their lives. The attack took place on April 22 at Baisaran, a popular tourist spot.

At first, reports said only five people were injured. Later, it became clear that it was one of the worst terror attacks in the region in decades. Terrorists came out of the forest and opened fire on tourists.

Survivors said the attackers separated men from women and children. They then shot the men at close range. Many victims were reportedly targeted after being asked about their religion.

A heartbreaking image of Himanshi Narwal sitting beside her husband’s body became a symbol of the tragedy. Her husband, a naval officer, was among those killed.

The group The Resistance front, linked to Lashkar-e-Taiba, claimed responsibility. The case was investigated by the National Investigation Agency.

After months of tracking, security forces launched Operation Mahadev. On July 28, 2025, all three terrorists were killed after a long search operation.

The attack remains a painful memory and a reminder of the need for strong security.

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Social Media Influencer-Turned Gangster Held Abroad

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1 month ago

April 9, 2026

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New Delhi: Rao Inderjeet Yadav has been arrested in Dubai. He is wanted in a murder case from Haryana.

He fled India in 2024 after a businessman was killed in Rohtak. Police had been searching for him since then. Officials said Dubai authorities have asked for documents. He is likely to be brought back to India soon.

Yadav faces more than 15 criminal cases. These include extortion, fraud, and illegal land deals. The Enforcement Directorate also investigated him for money laundering. Raids led to the seizure of cash, cars, and documents.

He also ran a music company called Gems Tunes. It produced regional songs.

Yadav had a large social media following. He often showed his rich lifestyle online. He has denied all charges. He claims he is being framed.

Police are now preparing for further action.