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Martyrdom Day to be observed as "Veer Bal Diwas" across India, says Union Minister Gajendra Singh Shekhawat

New Delhi | December 12, 2025 3:18:59 PM IST

Union Culture and Tourism Minister Gajendra Singh Shekhawat on Friday recalled the valour and courage of Sahibzadas of Guru Gobind Singh, who accepted death to protect their faith and religion, as he announced the annual nationwide celebrations of "Veer B ... read..

"Stop politics, find a solution": Priyanka Chaturvedi on need for air pollution discussion in Parliament

New Delhi | December 12, 2025 3:18:56 PM IST

Shiv Sena (UBT) MP Priyanka Chaturvedi on Friday welcomed Lok Sabha Leader of the Opposition Rahul Gandhi's demand for a discussion on air pollution and asserted that instead of "doing politics on the issue", we need to find a solution, as both the ruling ... read..

Mexico's tariff hike to hit 75% of India's exports from January 2026: GTRI

New Delhi, | December 12, 2025 3:18:46 PM IST

Mexico's decision to sharply raise import duties on goods from countries without a free-trade agreement will significantly disrupt India's exports beginning January 1, 2026, according to a new report by the Global Trade Research Initiative (GTRI). ... read..

Op Sagar Bandhu: India extends humanitarian aid to Sri Lanka after cyclone Ditwah, restores communication

New Delhi | December 12, 2025 3:18:42 PM IST

In keeping with India's Neighbourhood First policy, Operation Sagar Bandhu was launched to provide humanitarian assistance to the people of Sri Lanka affected by the devastating cyclone Ditwah, as per an official release. ... read..

"Something concrete should come out of it": Priyanka Gandhi supports Rahul Gandhi's call on redressing air pollution in Parliament

New Delhi | December 12, 2025 2:49:12 PM IST

Congress MP Priyanka Gandhi Vadra on Friday supported Rahul Gandhi's call for an extensive discussion in Parliament on the worsening air pollution crisis, asserting that the issue is urgent and the "government should make a good action plan" and take it f ... read..

From Kakatiyas to Brahmapalas, NCERT's New Textbook Brings India's Medieval Kingdoms into Focus

New Delhi | December 12, 2025 2:49:10 PM IST

From the Kakatiyas of Telangana to the Eastern Gangas of Odisha, NCERT's newly released Grade 7 Social Science textbook marks a clear shift from a North India-centric narrative to include kingdoms from all corners of India. ... read..

India identifying global destinations to expand textile sector footprint: MoS Textiles Pabitra Margherita

New Delhi | December 12, 2025 2:49:07 PM IST

The Ministry of Textiles has formulated a comprehensive 40 country market diversification strategy, identifying high-potential global destinations and undertaking structured outreach through Export Promotion Councils (EPCs), industry delegations, and Indi ... read..

Fed rate cut eases pressure on rupee; India seen stable on FX, bonds: Report

New Delhi | December 12, 2025 2:49:05 PM IST

The US Federal Reserve's latest 25-basis-point rate cut has set the stage for a complex global monetary backdrop, but its implications for India are expected to be relatively stable, according to analysis from YES Bank's Economics Research team."For India ... read..

Mamata Bannerjee submitted her enumeration form for SIR, claims BJP's Amit Malviya

New Delhi | December 12, 2025 2:48:55 PM IST

West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Bannerjee has submitted her Enumeration Form for the ongoing Special Intensive Revision (SIR) process, claimed BJP leader Amit Malviya on Friday. ... read..

"Rahul Gandhi is voice of every Delhiite...": Congress MP Jebi Mather hails LS LoP's speech on air pollution

New Delhi | December 12, 2025 2:48:50 PM IST

Hailing the speech of the Leader of the Opposition in the Lok Sabha Rahul Gandhi, over the matter of air pollution, Congress MP Jebi Mather on Friday said that such an issue needs to be discussed at length in the Parliament as the national capital has tur ... read..

Winter emerges as India's favourite travel season; Goa, Kerala, Manali lead trends

New Delhi, | December 12, 2025 2:48:48 PM IST

Winter has become India's most preferred season for travel, with more than half the country's travellers taking at least one winter trip every year, according to Airbnb's 2025 Winter Travel Trends Survey. ... read..

"He doesn't make runs, the pressure will pile because Samson is benched": Irfan Pathan reflects on Gill's run drought in T20I

New Delhi | December 12, 2025 2:48:47 PM IST

Former Indian cricketer Irfan Pathan believes Shubman Gill is facing pressure to perform, given his recent struggles with form. Pathan emphasised that Gill needs to score runs to cement his spot in the T20I side, especially with the World Cup just around ... read..

"This is an issue in which all parties can agree...": Rahul Gandhi calls for solutions against pollution

New Delhi | December 12, 2025 2:18:36 PM IST

Leader of Opposition in the Lok Sabha and Congress leader Rahul Gandhi on Friday emphasised that he had brought up the issue of pollution in Delhi and other major cities during the parliamentary discussions. He asserted that this is an issue that every pa ... read..

Weak household savings continue to weigh on bank deposit growth: Report

New Delhi | December 12, 2025 2:18:33 PM IST

India's banking sector continues to face pressure from weak deposit mobilisation, even as loan growth remains relatively healthy, according to a latest sector report by Kotak Institutional Equities. ... read..

"Inadequate budget allocated by govt on air pollution": Congress MP Deepender Hooda

New Delhi | December 12, 2025 2:18:29 PM IST

Congress MP Deepender Hooda on Friday said that the Centre has not allocated sufficient funds to deal with the problem of air pollution, adding that Parliament must hold a debate over this matter next week. ... read..

Market rally, steady SIPs push mutual fund equity AUM to Rs 44.4 trillion in Nov: Nuvama

New Delhi | December 12, 2025 2:18:28 PM IST

India's mutual fund industry witnessed a rebound in equity inflows in November 2025, supported by steady systematic investment plan (SIP) contributions and a recovery in lump-sum investments, according to a sector update by Nuvama Research. ... read..

"Will protect interests of farmers" says Agri Minister Shivraj Chouhan, vows to increase pulse production

New Delhi | December 12, 2025 1:48:58 PM IST

Union Agriculture and Farmers Welfare Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan on Friday informed the Rajya Sabha that the Union Government was taking several measures to increase the production of pulses. ... read..

Melbourne Global Centre hosts special session on Abhay K.'s 'Nalanda'

New Delhi | December 12, 2025 1:48:56 PM IST

Melbourne Global Centre - Delhi hosted a special session on writer-diplomat Abhay K.'s book Nalanda: How it Changed the World. ... read..

Govt introduced '150 years of Vande Mataram' to cover criticism of slogan ban, says Shiv Sena MP

New Delhi | December 12, 2025 1:48:45 PM IST

Shiv Sena (UBT) MP Priyanka Chaturvedi on Friday slammed the central government, stating that the government brought the concept of "150 years of Vande Mataram" after facing criticism over their notification that said "No MP can raise slogans such as Jai ... read..

Lok Sabha pays tribute to security personnel who sacrificed their lives in 2001 Parliament attack

New Delhi | December 12, 2025 1:48:42 PM IST

Lok Sabha on Friday paid heartfelt tributes to the brave soldiers of the Parliament Security Service, Delhi Police, and CRPF who made the supreme sacrifice while protecting Parliament during the terrorist attack on December 13, 2001. ... read..

Flexible office segment in India set to grow faster, over 25% annually by 2027: Report

New Delhi | December 12, 2025 1:48:38 PM IST

The flexible office segment in the country is set for strong expansion, with the market expected to grow by more than 25 per cent CAGR by CY27E, unlocking an opportunity of nearly Rs 330 billion, highlighted a report by Ambit Capital. ... read..

"Millions of children getting lung diseases, govt should discuss in parliament": Rahul Gandhi on air pollution

New Delhi | December 12, 2025 1:48:37 PM IST

Congress MP and Leader of the Opposition in Lok Sabha, Rahul Gandhi, on Friday highlighted the growing air pollution crisis in India's major cities, urging the government to initiate a detailed discussion in the parliament and develop a systematic plan to ... read..

"Not many issues the govt and opposition can agree on": Rahul Gandhi on redressing air pollution

New Delhi | December 12, 2025 1:48:33 PM IST

Auto industry saw 18.7% YoY growth in passenger vehicle sales in November: SIAM

New Delhi | December 12, 2025 1:18:48 PM IST

India's automobile industry recorded strong performance in November 2025, with passenger vehicles, two-wheelers and three-wheelers posting their highest-ever sales for the month, according to the data released by the Society of Indian Automobile Manufactu ... read..

DGCA sacks four Flight Operations Inspectors amid IndiGo flight crisis

New Delhi | December 12, 2025 1:18:43 PM IST

The Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) on Friday sacked four Flight Operations Inspectors (FOIs) in connection with the recent IndiGo flight cancellation crisis. ... read..

Shivraj Patil was one of the most successful Home Ministers of this country, says Congress' KC Venugopal

New Delhi | December 12, 2025 12:49:01 PM IST

Congress General Secretary and MP KC Venugopal on Friday expressed grief over the demise of late Congress leader and former Union Minister Shivraj Patil, citing that he was one of the most successful Home Ministers of the country. He died at his residence ... read..

PM Modi meets UP NDA MPs, tells them "Ye majdoor aapke sath khada hai, aap bas kaam kariye"

New Delhi | December 12, 2025 12:48:48 PM IST

UP NDA MPs met Prime Minister Narendra Modi today in his parliament chamber. During the Winter Session. During this session of Parliament the Prime Minister has been meeting NDA MPs from different states. ... read..

Delhi HC directs intermediaries to act on Sunil Gavaskar's complaint, order takedown process to begin

New Delhi | December 12, 2025 12:19:02 PM IST

The Delhi High Court on Friday issued directions to intermediaries to treat Sunil Gavaskar's lawsuit as a formal complaint and begin the takedown process for allegedly infringing content. ... read..

Shashi Tharoor skips Congress MPs meet , sources say party was informed of absence

New Delhi | December 12, 2025 3:19:01 PM IST

Congress MP from Thiruvananthapuram, Shashi Tharoor skipped the meeting of Congress LS MPs chaired by Rahul Gandhi. According to party sources Tharoor had already informed the party about his unavailability, another senior Congress leader and Chandigarh M ... read..

"No outsider will decide future of this country:" BJP MP Jagdambika Pal on conduct of SIR in India

New Delhi | December 12, 2025 12:18:57 PM IST

BJP MP Jagdambika Pal on Friday, while discussing the conduct of the ongoing SIR process, asserted that no outsider will decide the country's future through elections. He emphasised that if any foreigner in the country has illegally become a voter, their ... read..

Moody's maintains stable outlook for global asset management industry in 2026

New Delhi | December 12, 2025 12:18:55 PM IST

Moody's Ratings has maintained a stable outlook for the global asset management industry in 2026, citing expectations of steady assets under management (AUM) growth supported by lower interest rates and subdued but stable global economic expansion, even a ... read..

"This is a very sad thing, " says Sonia Gandhi on demise of former Union Minister Shivraj Patil

New Delhi | December 12, 2025 12:18:50 PM IST

Congress Parliamentary Party Chairperson Sonia Gandhi on Friday expressed sorrow over the demise of former Union Home Minister and senior Congress leader Shivraj Patil, calling it "a very sad thing." ... read..

AI adoption improving public service delivery and governance: Report

New Delhi | December 12, 2025 12:18:37 PM IST

Artificial intelligence is playing an increasingly important role in strengthening governance and public service delivery across India, highlighted a report by EY and the National Institute for Smart Government (NISG). ... read..

DGCA, Civil Aviation Ministry equally responsible for IndiGo disruption: Congress' Karti Chidambaram

New Delhi | December 12, 2025 12:18:35 PM IST

Congress MP Karti Chidambaram on Friday held the Directorate General of Civil Aviation and the Ministry of Civil Aviation equally responsible for the IndiGo flight operations crisis and said that an impact study should have been carried out before issuin ... read..

"Saddened by the demise of former Union Minister Shivraj Patil Chakurkar Ji:" Home Minister Amit Shah

New Delhi | December 12, 2025 11:48:51 AM IST

Union Home Minister Amit Shah extended his deep condolences on the passing of senior Congress leader and former Union Home Minister Shivraj Patil, remembering him as a leader with vast knowledge of public affairs. ... read..

Government notifies Act for sharp hike in duty on tobacco products

New Delhi | December 12, 2025 11:48:49 AM IST

The Government has notified the Central Excise (Amendment) Act, 2025, effecting a substantial increase in excise duties on unmanufactured tobacco, manufactured tobacco, tobacco products, and tobacco substitutes. ... read..

Congress LS MPs pass resolution honouring Shivraj Patil, review party performance in House

New Delhi | December 12, 2025 11:48:39 AM IST

Leader of Opposition the Lok Sabha Rahul Gandhi today chaired a meeting of Lak Sabha MPs of his party. The meeting was held to review the performance of the Congress MPs in the winter session so far. The Congress has 99 MPs in the Lower House of Parliamen ... read..

Branded room demand to rise 10.4% CAGR, supply up to 9%: YES Securities

New Delhi | December 12, 2025 11:48:32 AM IST

Demand for branded hotel rooms in India is set to grow faster than supply over the next five years, according to a report by YES Securities. ... read..

President Droupadi Murmu pays tribute to late Congress leader Shivraj Patil

New Delhi | December 12, 2025 11:19:06 AM IST

President Droupadi Murmu on Friday expressed deep condolences and support to the family of late Congress leader Shivraj Patil, after his demise at the age of 90. ... read..

Jairam Ramesh accuses BJP of pitting Tagore against Bankim Chandra in debate on Vande Mataram

New Delhi | December 12, 2025 11:18:53 AM IST

Congress General Secretary Jairam Ramesh on Friday tore into BJP RS MP JP Nadda for his speech during the discussion on Vande Mataram in the upper house. Ramesh alleged that the BJP's strategy to pit Rabindranath Tagore against Bankim Chandra Chattopadhya ... read..

"Patil served the nation with distinction...": Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge mourns Shivraj Patil's death

New Delhi | December 12, 2025 11:18:51 AM IST

Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge on Friday expressed grief on the demise of Congress leader and former Union Minister Shivraj Patil. ... read..

"Left deep mark on Indian politics": Congress' Gaurav Gogoi condoles demise of Shivraj Patil

New Delhi | December 12, 2025 11:18:44 AM IST

Congress leader Gaurav Gogoi on Friday expressed condolences and support to the family of late Congress leader Shivraj Patil, after his demise at the age of 90. ... read..

Rajnath Singh condoles passing of former Union Minister Shivraj Patil, recalls his contributions to India

New Delhi | December 12, 2025 11:18:43 AM IST

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Friday expressed grief over the demise of senior Congress leader and former Union Home Minister Shivraj Patil, recalling his service to the country in various capacities and his "contributions towards India's progress". ... read..

Titan Stellar 3.0: How an Indian Giant is Redefining Luxury Horology

By Himank Tripathi

New Delhi | December 12, 2025 11:18:39 AM IST

A Meeting of Minds and Celestial Ambitions: ... read..

"His dedication to public service and contributions to the nation will always be remembered...": Congress leader Rahul Gandhi

New Delhi | December 12, 2025 10:48:40 AM IST

Leader of Opposition in Lok Sabha and Congress leader Rahul Gandhi on Friday expressed grief on the demise of Congress leader Shivraj Patil, calling it an "irreparable loss" to the party. ... read..

President Murmu meets displaced persons in Imphal, assures Govt efforts to restore homes and livelihoods

New Delhi | December 12, 2025 10:18:51 AM IST

President Droupadi Murmu met and interacted with Internally Displaced Persons (IDPs) in Imphal, Manipur, on Thursday. ... read..

"Saddened by the passing of Shri Shivraj Patil ji; an experienced leader": PM Modi

New Delhi | December 12, 2025 10:18:48 AM IST

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday expressed his condolences on the passing of senior Congress leader and former Union Home Minister Shivraj Patil, remembering him as an experienced leader who dedicated his life to public service and the welfare of so ... read..

Congress' Jairam Ramesh claims Home Minister Amit Shah lied to Lok Sabha in speech on election reform

New Delhi | December 12, 2025 9:48:34 AM IST

Congress General Secretary Jairam Ramesh has mounted a fresh attack on Union Home Minister Amit Shah. In a post on X, Ramesh alleged that the Home Minister had lied in the Lok Sabha. ... read..

President Murmu expresses grief over deaths in accident in Alluri Sitarama Raju district

New Delhi | December 12, 2025 9:48:29 AM IST

President Droupadi Murmu on Friday expressed grief over the deaths in the bus accident in Alluri Sitarama Raju District. ... read..

"His performances have captivated generations": PM Modi sends warm birthday wishes to "Thiru" Rajinikanth

New Delhi | December 12, 2025 9:18:44 AM IST

Superstar Rajinikanth is celebrating his 75th birthday on Friday, receiving an outpouring of wishes and greetings from across the country. ... read..

Russian Oil exports drop sharply in November as sanctions concerns weigh on buyers: IEA

New Delhi | December 12, 2025 8:48:46 AM IST

Russian oil exports saw a steep decline in November as buyers grew increasingly cautious over the risks linked to more stringent US sanctions, the International Energy Agency (IEA) said in its latest report. ... read..

"Family atmosphere throughout": Rijiju thanks PM for hosting MPs for dinner

New Delhi | December 12, 2025 8:48:42 AM IST

Union Minister Kiren Rijiju on Thursday night shared that Members of Parliament from the North-East, along with several other NDA MPs, travelled together by bus to Prime Minister Narendra Modi's residence for a dinner hosted in their honour. ... read..

Persistent smog makes Delhi's air quality 'very poor', AQI soars to 386

New Delhi | December 12, 2025 8:48:40 AM IST

The national capital woke up to a blanket of toxic smog on Friday morning, with the average Air Quality Index (AQI) hitting 329 at 7 am, marking it in the "very poor" category, according to the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB). ... read..

Standing Committee praises DRDO for Rs 2.64 lakh crore savings, tech breakthroughs

New Delhi | December 12, 2025 7:18:46 AM IST

The Standing Committee on Defence, in its Fifteenth Report presented to Parliament, commended the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) for achieving breakthroughs in next-generation defence technologies and for generating significant savin ... read..

India, Denmark reaffirm cooperation in health, agriculture, green partnership

New Delhi | December 12, 2025 6:18:32 AM IST

Union Health Secretary Punya Salila Srivastava met with a Danish delegation led by Ambassador of Denmark to India, Rasmus Abildgaard Kristensen, to discuss ongoing and emerging areas of bilateral cooperation. ... read..

Rajya Sabha takes up discussion on electoral reforms

New Delhi | December 12, 2025 4:18:32 AM IST

Rajya Sabha on Thursday took up discussion on electoral reforms a day after it concluded in Lok Sabha. ... read..

Anurag Thakur accuses TMC MP of vaping in House; Union Ministers disagree with Saugata Roy

New Delhi | December 12, 2025 3:48:33 AM IST

Hours after BJP MP Anurag Thakur complained in Lok Sabha that a TMC MP had been smoking E-Cigarettes for several days and Speaker Om Birla promised action in the matter over any such occurence, Union Minister Giriraj Singh said that smoking E-Cigarette is ... read..

Northern Railways announces special train between New Delhi and Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Katra

New Delhi | December 12, 2025 2:49:04 AM IST

Union Minister Jitendra Singh on Thursday informed the introduction of a special train service between New Delhi and Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Katra to accommodate the surge in passenger traffic. ... read..

Piyush Goyal hosts Italian deputy PM Tajani for dinner, says reinforced friendship, paved way for deeper economic ties

New Delhi | December 12, 2025 1:48:21 AM IST

Union Minister of Commerce and Industry Piyush Goyal hosted Italy's Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation, Antonio Tajani, for a dinner in the capital, highlighting the growing momentum in the India-Italy stra ... read..

Amit Shah to attend 115th anniversary of Veer Savarkar's 'Sagara Pran Talamal' in Andaman

New Delhi | December 12, 2025 1:48:19 AM IST

Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Thursday announced that he will participate in an event being organised on Friday at Shri Vijaypuram in Andaman and Nicobar Islands to mark the 115th anniversary of Savarkar's iconic patriotic song 'Sagara Praan Talamala', ... read..

Delhi LG pushes for development of Yamuna floodplain, tenders for House Boat Convention Centre to be floated soon

New Delhi | December 12, 2025 1:19:41 AM IST

Delhiites can soon host meetings and conferences and dine in a House Boat/Club, right in the heart of the city. Tenders for the House Boat Convention Centre planned by DDA at Baansera, will soon be floated by DDA., the LG Office said in a release. ... read..

The People we refuse to see By Suvir Saran

New Delhi | December 3, 2025 1:18:24 PM IST

It has been a few weeks since the India Inclusion Summit ended--weeks in which the noise of daily life returned, but the silence inside me deepened. Weeks in which the world slipped back into familiar rhythms, but my own rhythm felt rearranged. In these w ... read..

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