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BJP MLAs moves Delhi HC for CAG reports to be sent to LG for assembly presentation

New Delhi | October 26, 2024 9:11:52 PM IST

Delhi Bhartiya Janata Party (BJP) MLAs has approached the Delhi High Court, seeking direction for the government to send the Comptroller and Auditor General (CAG) reports to the Lieutenant Governor Vinai Kumar Saxena. ... read..

Government issues advisory to curb hoax bomb threats on social media

New Delhi | October 26, 2024 9:11:51 PM IST

The Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY) has issued an advisory highlighting the responsibility of intermediaries, including social media platforms, to curb the spread of hoax bomb threats by various airlines operating in India. ... read..

Rahul Gandhi lauds Kharge on two years as Congress chief, says party's resolve to serve people srengthened

New Delhi | October 26, 2024 9:11:49 PM IST

Congress leader Rahul Gandhi on Saturday congratulated Mallikarjun Kharge on completing two years as party president and said that party's resolve to serve the people has been strengthened under his leadership. ... read..

Foreign language should not be unbreachable barrier to learn sciences, medicine and technology: VP Dhankar

New Delhi | October 26, 2024 9:11:48 PM IST

Vice-President Jagdeep Dhankhar emphasized that foreign language should not be an unbreachable barrier to learning sciences, medicine and technology while addressing the students at the 10th Convocation of IIT Jodhpur on Saturday. ... read..

NCW, NLUJA host landmark consultation in Guwahati to strengthen cyber laws for women

New Delhi | October 26, 2024 9:11:46 PM IST

The National Commission for Women (NCW), in collaboration with the National Law University and Judicial Academy, Assam (NLUJA), successfully hosted the inaugural Regional Law Review Consultation for 2024-25, focusing on "Cyber Laws Affecting Women." ... read..

BJP leader Shehzad Poonawalla lashes out at Congress, alleges vote bank politics for Waqf benefit

New Delhi | October 26, 2024 9:11:45 PM IST

Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) national spokesperson Shehzad Poonawalla on Saturday lashed out at Congress for trying to snatch away the lands of farmers in the name of vote bank politics for Waqf benefit. He said that Congress wants to transfer thousands o ... read..

Delhi HC transfers 256 judges within higher and lower courts

New Delhi | October 26, 2024 8:42:01 PM IST

The Delhi High Court has transferred 256 judges of higher and lower courts of the Delhi Judiciary. The High Court has transferred 23 judges of sessions and district courts and 233 judges of magistrate courts. ... read..

BJP releases list of star campaigners for Maharashtra Assembly elections

New Delhi | October 26, 2024 8:41:55 PM IST

Ahead of the upcoming Maharashtra assembly elections, Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) on Saturday released the list of its star campaigners and named 40 leaders that includes the top leadership of the party including Prime Minister Narendra Modi, party chief ... read..

Amit Shah to grace 20th Formation Day inaugural ceremony of NDMA on October 28

New Delhi | October 26, 2024 8:11:46 PM IST

Union Home Minister and Minister of Cooperation, Amit Shah, will attend the 20th Formation Day inaugural ceremony of the National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA) as Chief Guest on October 28 in the national capital. ... read..

"There is infighting in Congress on Leader of Opposition": Haryana CM Saini

New Delhi | October 26, 2024 7:41:44 PM IST

Haryana Chief Minister, Nayab Singh Saini attacked the Congress party over the delay in the selection of the Leader of the Opposition in the Haryana Assembly claiming that there was infighting in the party on LoP. ... read..

"Public of Delhi not able to breathe...toxic foam floating in Yamuna": BJP leader Shazia Ilmi slams AAP

New Delhi | October 26, 2024 7:41:43 PM IST

BJP leader Shazia Ilmi on Saturday criticised the AAP-led Delhi Government for its handling of the city's worsening pollution crisis, highlighting the alarming presence of toxic foam in the River Yamuna and the resulting breathing difficulties for residen ... read..

New book "Modialogue" on PM Modi's Mann Ki Baat launched, presented to Ram Nath Kovind

New Delhi | October 26, 2024 7:11:48 PM IST

Dr Ashwin Fernandes, Executive Director of the UK-based QS World University Rankings, presented his book 'Modialogue: Conversations for a Viksit Bharat' to former President Ram Nath Kovind on Saturday. ... read..

"Wrong propaganda...": Congress leader Rajeev Shukla over BJP's allegation on Mallikarjun Kharge

New Delhi | October 26, 2024 7:11:43 PM IST

Congress leader Rajeev Shukla on Saturday said that "wrong propaganda" was spread that Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge was kept outside while Priyanka Gandhi was filing her nominations for Wayanad by-polls. ... read..

Irfan Pathan calls for senior players to step up after India's series loss to New Zealand

New Delhi | October 26, 2024 6:41:43 PM IST

Following India's series defeat to New Zealand on home soil, former Indian cricketer Irfan Pathan took to X to express both praise for New Zealand and concern for the Indian team's performance in the longer format. In his tweet, Pathan commended New Zeala ... read..

"Really special feeling": Latham on New Zealand's historic series win in India

New Delhi | October 26, 2024 6:11:54 PM IST

New Zealand, led by Tom Latham, secured a historic series victory by defeating India by 113 runs in the second Test in Pune. This triumph not only concluded the series decisively but also marked New Zealand's first-ever Test series win on Indian soil, a f ... read..

Burger King murder case: Court remands lady don Annu to seven days of judicial custody

New Delhi | October 26, 2024 5:41:56 PM IST

Delhi's Patiala House Court on Saturday remanded seven days of judicial custody to lady don Annu Dhankar. She is an associate of gangster Himanshu Bhau. ... read..

"My work will deepen this bond": Priyanka Gandhi in her letter to people of Wayanad

New Delhi | October 26, 2024 5:41:44 PM IST

After Congress leader Priyanka Gandhi Vadra filed her nomination papers for the Wayanad Lok Sabha by-polls, she wrote an open letter to the people of Wayanad on Saturday. ... read..

"Dhoni would be CSK's first retention, even as an uncapped player": Harbhajan Singh on IPL 2025 priorities

New Delhi | October 26, 2024 5:11:52 PM IST

Legendary Indian spinner Harbhajan Singh shared his insights on Chennai Super Kings' potential retention strategy for the upcoming Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 season. ... read..

"The BJP is the party that creates pollution": Delhi Minister Gopal Rai

New Delhi | October 26, 2024 5:11:43 PM IST

Delhi Environment Minister Gopal Rai criticised the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) on Saturday, accusing it of contributing to Delhi's escalating air pollution while only focusing on theatrics instead of real solutions. ... read..

Plea in Delhi HC challenging denial of school admissions to Rohingya refugee children

New Delhi | October 26, 2024 5:11:42 PM IST

A Public Interest Litigation (PIL) has been filed in the Delhi High Court challenging the denial of school admissions to Rohingya refugee children from Myanmar due to their lack of Aadhaar cards. ... read..

About 20.74 lakh new workers enrolled under ESI Scheme in August this year

New Delhi | October 26, 2024 4:41:48 PM IST

The Union Ministry of Labour and Employment said on Saturday that about 20.74 lakh new workers have been added under ESI Scheme in August, 2024. ... read..

"Himanshu Bhau promised me visa to US," says Annu Dhankar during police interrogation

New Delhi | October 26, 2024 4:11:51 PM IST

During interrogation by Delhi police, Annu Dhankar, a key accused in the murder of a gang member in a Burger King outlet in Rajouri Garden in June revealed that she was friends with gangsters Himanshu Bhau and Sahil Ritolia who had promised to arrange a U ... read..

Reinvest or give dividends to investors? India Inc caught in Catch 22 situation

New Delhi | October 26, 2024 4:11:50 PM IST

Amidst current high stock valuations companies are less inclined to give dividends or buy back shares. On the other hand, companies feel reinvesting amid weak growth shall raise supply and have its own risk. ... read..

Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw meets Meta's chief AI scientist to discuss opportunities in artificial intelligence

New Delhi | October 26, 2024 4:11:47 PM IST

Union Information and Broadcasting Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw on Saturday met with Chief AI Scientist of Meta, Yann LeCun to discuss opportunities in the area of artificial intelligence. ... read..

Tribal communities' active participation crucial for country's development: President Murmu in

New Delhi | October 26, 2024 3:11:59 PM IST

President Draupadi Murmu on Saturday stressed the important role of tribal communities in India's development and said that complete development of the country is possible only with the active participation of tribal communities. ... read..

Tribal communities' active participation crucial for country's development: President Murmu

New Delhi | October 26, 2024 3:11:57 PM IST

Chief Ministers of Haryana, Mizoram call on Prime Minister Modi

New Delhi | October 26, 2024 3:11:52 PM IST

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday met with Nayab Singh Saini and Lal Duhoma, the chief ministers of Haryana and Mizoram respectively in the national capital on Saturday. ... read..

Maharashtra Assembly polls: Two MLAs offered crores to join Ajit Pawar's NCP faction, alleges Congress

New Delhi | October 26, 2024 2:41:53 PM IST

Ahead of Maharashtra Assembly polls, Congress' in-charge for the State, Ramesh Chennithala alleged on Saturday that crores of rupees have been reportedly offered to two MLAs to join the Ajit Pawar-led NCP faction. ... read..

ED attaches properties Rs163 crore in connection with West Bengal staff recruitment scam

New Delhi | October 26, 2024 2:41:41 PM IST

The Enforcement Directorate (ED) in Kolkata has provisionally attached properties over Rs 163.20 crore assets of Prasanna Kumar Roy, his wife Kajal Soni Roy, and their company, Shree Durga Dealcom Private Limited in connection with the West Bengal staff r ... read..

Coldplay, Diljit Dosanjh concerts illegal ticket sales: ED conducts raids in 5 states

New Delhi | October 26, 2024 2:11:52 PM IST

The Directorate of Enforcement (ED) has conducted search operations in Delhi, Mumbai, Jaipur, Chandigarh, and Bengaluru in connection with the illegal sale of tickets for Coldplay and Diljeet Dosanjh's Dilluminati concerts. ... read..

FIIs sold Rs 20,024 crore of equities this week, drags Nifty, Sensex by about 2.5 pc

New Delhi | October 26, 2024 2:11:51 PM IST

Foreign institutional investors (FIIs) have pulled out a massive Rs 20,024 crore from Indian equities this week alone, resulting in a 2.5 per cent dip in the key stock indices, Nifty and Sensex. ... read..

Festivals, agriculture, elections set to boost India's oil demand: S&P Global Commodity Insights

New Delhi | October 26, 2024 2:11:45 PM IST

Demand for oil products in India through the October-December quarter is expected to get a boost from festivals, agricultural activities, recovering from a few months of subdued consumption because of excessive rains, according to S&P Global Commodity ... read..

Delhi BJP President Virendra Sachdeva hospitalised after taking Yamuna dip to protest against AAP government

New Delhi | October 26, 2024 1:11:47 PM IST

Delhi BJP President Virendra Sachdeva, who took a dip in the Yamuna in the national capital two days ago, was on Saturday morning hospitalised at RML Nursing Home in the city after experiencing shortness of breath and severe skin irritation. ... read..

CBDT announces extending ITR filing deadline for corporates till November 15

New Delhi | October 26, 2024 1:11:44 PM IST

The Central Board of Direct Taxes (CBDT) has announced the extension of the due date for filing Income Tax Returns (ITR) for the assessment year 2024-25, the Ministry of Finance said in an official release on Saturday. ... read..

Delhi: Thick toxic foam floats in Yamuna River near Kalindi Kunj

New Delhi | October 26, 2024 12:42:02 PM IST

Thick, toxic foam was once again observed floating on the Yamuna River at Kalindi Kunj on Saturday as pollution levels in the river remain alarmingly high in the national capital. ... read..

Trailer of Spanish film 'Culpa Tuya' out now

New Delhi | October 26, 2024 12:42:00 PM IST

Prime Video on Saturday unveiled the trailer of Spanish film 'Culpa Tuya'. ... read..

Delhi Police did not take action on attackers: Delhi Minister Saurabh Bharadwaj on alleged attack on Arvind Kejriwal's Padyatra

New Delhi | October 26, 2024 12:41:56 PM IST

Delhi Minister and Aam Aadmi Party leader Saurabh Bharadwaj on Saturday lashed out at Delhi Police and Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) over the alleged attack on former Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal during his foot march in the national capital, accus ... read..

PSU FAGMIL pays dividend of Rs 12.84 crore to central government

New Delhi | October 26, 2024 12:41:54 PM IST

FCI Aravali Gypsum and Minerals India Limited (FAGMIL), a Central Government Public Sector Undertaking, announced paymenet of Rs 12.84 crore to the union government, the Ministry of Chemicals and Fertilizers said in a release. ... read..

Emerging economies must get equitable voice in global financial governance: Shaktikanta Das

New Delhi | October 26, 2024 12:41:52 PM IST

Reserve Bank of India (RBI) Governor Shaktikanta Das highlighted the need for reforms in the international financial system to address challenges faced by emerging economies and to adapt to the evolving global economic landscape. ... read..

Padma Shri Gussadi dancer Kanaka Raju passes away, PM Modi, CM Reddy condole demise

New Delhi | October 26, 2024 12:11:51 PM IST

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday expressed sorrow over the demise of Kanaka Raju, a celebrated Gussadi folk dance master and recipient of the Padma Shri award. ... read..

Raveena Tandon turns another year older: 5 films you can't miss!

New Delhi | October 26, 2024 11:41:53 AM IST

As Raveena Tandon celebrates another year of her vibrant life, it's the perfect time to revisit some of her most iconic films that showcase her versatility and charm. ... read..

Jharkhand polls: BJP's list of star campaigners out, PM Modi, Amit Shah and CM Yogi on list

New Delhi | October 26, 2024 11:41:42 AM IST

Ahead of upcoming Jharkhand Assembly elections, the Bhartiya Janata Party (BJP) on Friday announced the list of 40-star campaigners for the upcoming Jharkhand assembly elections. ... read..

Diljit Dosanjh offers prayers at Bangla Sahib Gurudwara ahead of his concert in Delhi

New Delhi | October 26, 2024 11:12:04 AM IST

Singer Diljit Dosanjh on Friday night visited Bangla Sahib Gurudwara and offered prayers to the almighty. ... read..

Nirmala Sitharaman urges for affordable, cheaper World Bank lending for middle income countries

New Delhi | October 26, 2024 11:11:48 AM IST

Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman has called for more affordable and cheaper lending from World Bank during her the annual meeting with the organization. ... read..

Maharashtra Assembly polls: "Problem is in Mahayuti," Congress dismisses rift in Agahdi alliance says will declare all seats today

New Delhi | October 26, 2024 10:41:42 AM IST

Ahead of the Maharashtra Assembly elections, the state Congress incharge Ramesh Chennithala dismmissed speculations about a rift in Maha Vikas Aghadi (MVA) stating that all is well in the opposition alliance, which will announce the list of all its candid ... read..

Delhi records slightly better quality air but pollution levels still high

New Delhi | October 26, 2024 10:11:51 AM IST

The air quality in Delhi on Saturday recorded a slight improvement than what it was a day ago with Air Quality Index (AQI) at 237 which still is in ' Poor' according to System of Air Quality and Weather Forecasting And Research (SAFAR). ... read..

FM Sitharaman calls for fair and accurate sovereign ratings to ensure capital for emerging economies at IMF meeting

New Delhi | October 26, 2024 10:11:43 AM IST

Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman raised the issue for fairness and accuracy in sovereign ratings for emerging markets and developing economies (EMDEs) during her address at the International Monetary Fund's (IMF) 2024 Annual Meeting. ... read..

No village in India left without access to electricity: Nirmala Sitharaman

New Delhi | October 26, 2024 9:41:48 AM IST

Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman highlighted India's significant progress in electrification, water accessibility, and economic empowerment during a fireside chat with John J Hamre, President and CEO of the Center for Strategic and International ... read..

"Kuch Nahi Bachta Hai": Rahul Gandhi visits local barber, shares video

New Delhi | October 26, 2024 8:41:46 AM IST

Leader of Opposition in the Lok Sabha Rahul Gandhi has shared a video of his visit to his local barber where the latter tells him about his struggles. ... read..

Indian wrestlers cleared to compete in Senior World Wrestling Championship, confirms Sports Minister Mandaviya

New Delhi | October 26, 2024 8:11:47 AM IST

Union Sports Minister, Mansukh Mandaviya, has confirmed that Indian wrestlers will participate in the upcoming Senior World Wrestling Championship, scheduled to be held in Tirana, Albania, starting October 28. ... read..

"Credibility of social media is slowly eroding now...": NSA Ajit Doval on impact, influence of social media

New Delhi | October 26, 2024 8:11:45 AM IST

National Security Advisor (NSA) Ajit Doval on Friday emphasized the need for a robust counter-narrative on social media to safeguard the morale of India's defence forces and national integrity and said that the credibility of social media is slowly erodin ... read..

"When you defeat them on battleground, nation is prepared to have peace with you on your terms": NSA Ajit Doval

New Delhi | October 26, 2024 8:11:44 AM IST

National Security Advisor (NSA) Ajit Doval on Friday stressed the critical role of the nation's will in securing lasting peace post-conflict and questioned the core objectives of warfare. ... read..

NIA yet to receive Hardeep Nijjar's death certificate from Canada: Sources

New Delhi | October 26, 2024 7:11:47 AM IST

The National Investigation Agency hasn't yet received the death certificate of Khalistani terrorist Hardeep Singh Nijjar, NIA sources said. ... read..

German Chancellor Scholz "closely following" Ariha Shah case, says Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri

New Delhi | October 26, 2024 6:11:47 AM IST

The Indian embassy is in touch with German officials regarding the Ariha Shah case and External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar also raised the issue with his German counterpart, Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri said on Friday. ... read..

AAP MLA Vinay Mishra appointed as Vice Chairman of Delhi Jal Board

New Delhi | October 26, 2024 6:11:44 AM IST

Aam Aadmi Party MLA from Dwarka, Vinay Mishra has been appointed as Vice Chairman of Delhi Jal Board. ... read..

"Pioneering scientist and innovator": PM Modi condoles demise of physicist Rohini Godbole

New Delhi | October 26, 2024 5:41:42 AM IST

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday, condoled the demise of noted physicist Rohini Godbole after she passed away on Friday in Pune. ... read..

Industrial waste in Yamuna River coming from UP, Haryana: AAP's Satyendra Jain

New Delhi | October 26, 2024 5:11:42 AM IST

As the Bharatiya Janata Party continues to hold protests over water pollution in the Yamuna River, Aam Aadmi Party leader Satyendra Jain said that the industrial waste that flows into the river does not originate in Delhi as there are "no water-polluting ... read..

"India's soft power has become significant force in shaping global discourse": Former envoy Ruchira Kamboj

New Delhi | October 26, 2024 4:11:44 AM IST

Former Indian envoy Ruchira Kamboj on Friday, highlighted India's principled position on global matters throughout history, and said that New Delhi's 'soft power' today has become a "significant force" in shaping global discourse. ... read..

PM Modi, German Chancellor Scholz express 'deep concern' over Ukraine conflict, reiterate need for "lasting peace"

New Delhi | October 26, 2024 3:41:43 AM IST

Prime Minister Narendra Modi and German Chancellor Olaf Scholz expressed "deep concern" over the raging conflict in Ukraine and its tragic humanitarian consequences while reiterating the need for achieving a "just and lasting pace" in line with internatio ... read..

German Vice Chancellor meets EAM Jaishankar, explores Delhi Metro with Piyush Goyal

New Delhi | October 26, 2024 3:41:41 AM IST

German Vice Chancellor and Federal Minister for Economic Affairs and Climate Action, Robert Habeck interacted with Indian ministers on Friday during his visit to India. ... read..

"Hatasha, Nirasha aur Jhoot ka Prachar": BJP hits back after AAP alleged attack on Kejriwal

New Delhi | October 26, 2024 3:11:45 AM IST

Hitting back at the Aam Aadmi Party over its allegation that former Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal was attacked during foot march by "BJP goons", the Bharatiya Janata Party said the AAP national convenor when questioned, terms it 'attacks'. ... read..

"Hatasha, Nirasha aur Jhoot ka Prachar": BJP hits back after AAP alleges attack on Kejriwal

New Delhi | October 26, 2024 3:11:43 AM IST

Akhilesh Yadav, Supriya Sule condemn 'attack' on Arvind Kejriwal; AAP label attacker as "BJP goon"

New Delhi | October 26, 2024 2:41:42 AM IST

Samajwadi Party chief Akhilesh Yadav and Nationalist Congress Party Working President Supriya Sule condemned the alleged attack on former Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal after Aam Aadmi Party's allegation that the party's national convenor was attack ... read..

These are different times when diplomats are being targeted: Recalled Indian envoy to Canada, Sanjay Verma

New Delhi | October 26, 2024 1:41:40 AM IST

Recalled Indian High Commissioner to Canada Sanjay Kumar Verma, highlighted how the Canadian authorities failed to provide him security against violent mobs and Khalistani elements. ... read..

Everything You Need to Know About Online Bike Insurance Checks

New Delhi | October 8, 2024 4:11:40 PM IST

Having enough insurance coverage for your bike is essential, regardless of your level of riding experience. ... read..

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