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"With sustained commitment, collective action, we can ensure that everyone can live safely around water": WHO South-East Asia Regional Director Saima Wazed

New Delhi | December 15, 2024 6:12:10 PM IST

The World Health Organization (WHO) has called on countries in South East Asia region to strengthen measures to prevent drowning which disproportionately affects children and the vulnerable population, an official release said. As per WHO's first Global ... read..

"AAP has spent ten years in making excuses," says Congress leader Mumtaz Patel

New Delhi | December 15, 2024 6:12:09 PM IST

Congress leader Mumtaz Patel on Sunday criticised the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) and Arvind Kejriwal, accusing them of spending the last decade making excuses and now resorting to playing the victim card to secure victory in the upcoming Delhi Assembly electio ... read..

Sambhal: SP and DM offer prayers at newly discovered Shiv-Hanuman temple

Sambhal (Uttar Pradesh) | December 15, 2024 6:12:07 PM IST

Sambhal's Superintendent of Police (SP) Krishan Kumar and District Magistrate (DM) Rajender Pensiya offered prayers at the newly uncovered Shiv-Hanuman Temple in the district on Sunday. ... read..

Maharashtra cabinet expansion: BJP chief Bawankule, Shiv Sena's Uday Samant, others take oath as ministers

Nagpur (Maharashtra) | December 15, 2024 6:12:05 PM IST

Leaders of the Mahayuti alliance were sworn in as Cabinet Ministers in the Maharashtra government during a ceremony at Raj Bhavan in Nagpur on Sunday. ... read..

"No country in the world has been able to do such programme": UP minister Dinesh Pratap Singh on Mahakumbh 2025

Bhopal (Madhya Pradesh) | December 15, 2024 6:12:02 PM IST

Hailing Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath over the Mahakumbh 2025, Uttar Pradesh Minister Dinesh Pratap Singh on Sunday said that no country in the world has been able to hold such a huge event where around 45 crore people wi ... read..

Ayodhya's Shri Ram Mandir project wins prestigious 'Sword of Honour' for safety management

Ayodhya (Uttar Pradesh) | December 15, 2024 5:42:14 PM IST

The 'Ram Temple project' of the Shri Ram Janmaboomi Temple in Ayodhya has been awarded the 'Sword of Honour' by the British Safety Council, Chairman Construction Committee Nripendra Misra said in a statement on Sunday. ... read..

"AAP continues with politics of diversion, half truths ..." says Hardeep Singh Puri on Rohingya issue

New Delhi | December 15, 2024 5:42:11 PM IST

Responding to allegations by the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) and Delhi Chief Minister Atishi regarding the rehabilitation of Rohingyas in Delhi, Union Minister Hardeep Singh Puri on Sunday accused the AAP of engaging in "diversion, false narratives, and half-tr ... read..

Uttarakhand CM Dhami thanks PM Modi for emphasising UCC during his speech in Parliament

New Delhi | December 15, 2024 5:42:06 PM IST

Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami on Sunday expressed gratitude to Prime Minister Narendra Modi for highlighting the Uniform Civil Code (UCC) and presenting 11 commitments for the nation during his speech in the Lok Sabha. ... read..

BJP not interested in discussing North Karnataka issues: DK Shivakumar

Hubballi (Karnataka) | December 15, 2024 5:42:05 PM IST

Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar on Sunday criticised BJP for not showing any interest in discussing issues pertaining to North Karnataka during the ongoing winter session of the legislature in Belagavi. ... read..

Delhi CM Atishi accuses Central govt of settling illegal Rohingya migrants in Delhi; seeks no further rehabilitation

New Delhi | December 15, 2024 5:12:18 PM IST

Delhi Chief Minister Atishi on Sunday wrote to Union Home Minister Amit Shah, accusing the BJP-led central government of settling a "large number" of "illegal migrant Rohingya" refugees in various parts of Delhi without informing the Delhi government. ... read..

"Congress misused Article 356 leading to untimely elections," says BJP's Brij Bhushan backing 'One Nation, One Election'

Ayodhya (Uttar Pradesh) | December 15, 2024 5:12:16 PM IST

Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leader Brij Bhushan Sharan on Sunday voiced his support for the 'One Nation, One Election' proposal, alleging that the Congress party misused Article 356 of the Indian Constitution to topple elected governments, leading to unt ... read..

From guns to growth: Surrendered Naxals rebuild lives supporting anti-Naxal efforts

General News | December 15, 2024 5:12:14 PM IST

Deep in the dense jungles of Chhattisgarh, where the rustling leaves whispered secrets of rebellion and survival, lived a group of individuals trapped in a life they hadn't chosen. These were the surrendered Naxals--men and women who once walked the shado ... read..

Congress' Adhir Ranjan defends imposition of 'Emergency' during ex-PM Indira's rule, says was for national security

Murshidabad (West Bengal) | December 15, 2024 5:12:10 PM IST

Congress leader Adhir Ranjan Chowdhury on Sunday defended the Emergency imposed during Indira Gandhi's leadership, asserting that it was not a threat to democracy but a measure taken for the country's security. ... read..

"Heights of arrogance of state govt" Karnataka BJP chief slams Siddarmaiah over police lathi charge at Panchamasali community's protest

Bengaluru (Karnataka) | December 15, 2024 5:12:08 PM IST

Karnataka Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) president Vijayendra Yediyurappa criticised the state government over the police lathi charge on the Lingayat Panchamasali community during their protest for reservation, calling it an example of the arrogance of the ... read..

Did Jyotirlinga appear overnight?.. Why no Justice for Sambhal Massacre?: UP CM questions 46-year closure of historic Sambhal temple

New Delhi | December 15, 2024 4:42:09 PM IST

Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Sunday questioned the 46-year closure of a historic temple in Sambhal and the lack of justice for victims of alleged violence during that time, accusing previous governments of neglecting faith and heritage. ... read..

Chhattisgarh: Surrendered Naxals welcomed at Bastar Academy; to meet Amit Shah

Jagdalpur (Chhattisgarh) | December 15, 2024 4:42:04 PM IST

Several Naxals who laid down their arms and surrendered in Chhattisgarh to reintegrate into mainstream society were welcomed at the Bastar Academy of Dance, Art, and Literature on Sunday. They are also set to meet Union Home Minister Amit Shah later today ... read..

Congress living in its own 'Hawa Mahal': Union Minister Chirag Paswan

Patna (Bihar) | December 15, 2024 3:42:10 PM IST

Union Minister Chirag Paswan on Sunday took a dig at the Congress, saying that the party can regain its lost trust in the people by atoning for its "mistakes". He said that Congress is living in its own 'Hawa Mahal'. ... read..

"Congress party has neither shame nor responsibility or liability": Dharmendra Pradhan

Sambalpur (Odisha) | December 15, 2024 3:42:08 PM IST

Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan criticized the Congress party, stating they have "no shame, responsibility, or liability." ... read..

'BJP talking about Constitution because of Rahul Gandhi,' says Congress' Venugopal

Kochi (Kerala) | December 15, 2024 3:42:06 PM IST

Congress General Secretary KC Venugopal on Sunday took a jibe at Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), saying that it was because of Rahul Gandhi that BJP was talking about the Constitution. He said that PM Modi's "only" agenda was to criticise Congress in the na ... read..

Chhattisgarh Police has achieved tremendous success in anti-Naxal operations: Vishnu Deo Sai

Raipur (Chhattisgarh) | December 15, 2024 3:42:05 PM IST

Chhattisgarh Chief Minister Vishnu Deo Sai on Sunday said that under the guidance and the leadership of Union Home Minister Amit Shah, Chhattisgarh Police has achieved tremendous success in anti-Naxal operations in the last one year. ... read..

"PM Modi's speech was historic": Rajasthan Minister Jogaram Patel

Jaipur (Rajasthan) | December 15, 2024 3:42:03 PM IST

Rajasthan Minister Jogaram Patel lauded Prime Minister Narendra Modi's Parliament speech and dubbed it as "historic." ... read..

"We have appealed to provide medical assistance to Jagjit Singh Dallewal": Punjab DGP Gaurav Yadav

New Delhi | December 15, 2024 3:13:02 PM IST

Punjab Director General of Police (DGP) Gaurav Yadav on Sunday met with farmer leaders at the Khanauri border and urged them to accept medical assistance for farmer leader Jagjit Singh Dallewal. ... read..

Maharashtra: Fire breaks out at Poonam Chambers in Mumbai's Worli, none injured

Mumbai (Maharashtra) | December 15, 2024 3:13:00 PM IST

A fire broke out at Poonam Chambers in Mumbai's Worli area in Maharashtra on Sunday morning, Mumbai Fire Brigade officials said. ... read..

Delhi polls: AAP releases final candidate list; Arvind Kejriwal to contest from New Delhi, Atishi from Kalkaji

New Delhi | December 15, 2024 3:12:57 PM IST

Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) on Sunday released its fourth and final list of 38 candidates for the Delhi Elections 2025. ... read..

Backward classes cannot expect much from Nehru-Gandhi family: Mayawati

Lucknow (Uttar Pradesh) | December 15, 2024 3:12:52 PM IST

BSP chief Mayawati on Sunday alleged that the Congress did not want the backward classes in the country to advance and criticised the previous Congress governments for not implementing the Mandal Commission report which recommended 27 percent reservation ... read..

Worli fire: Aaditya Thackeray visits Poonam Chambers where dousing efforts underway

Mumbai (Maharashtra) | December 15, 2024 3:12:44 PM IST

Shiv Sena (UBT) leader Aaditya Thackeray visited Poonam Chambers in Mumbai's Worli in Maharashtra where a fire broke out on Sunday morning. ... read..

Centre's response to rehabilitation of Wayanad flood victims "not positive," says Kerala FM

Kochi (Kerala) | December 15, 2024 3:12:41 PM IST

Kerala Finance Minister KN Balagopal on Sunday expressed concerns over the rehabilitation of flood victims of Wayanad and Chooralmala, stating that it was not progressing positively. ... read..

"PM Modi's Lok Sabha speech will be etched in parliamentary history," says BJP's CR Kesavan

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | December 15, 2024 3:12:35 PM IST

Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) national spokesperson CR Kesavan on Sunday praised Prime Minister Narendra Modi's speech in the Lok Sabha, calling it a testament to his dedication as a democrat and constitutionalist. ... read..

"Vision of Nehru-Gandhi-Vadra family is to destroy Constitution": BJP's Pradeep Bhandari

New Delhi | December 15, 2024 3:12:33 PM IST

Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) spokesperson Pradeep Bhandari on Sunday launched a scathing attack on the Congress, saying their vision is to "destroy the Constitution" while Prime Minister Narendra Modi's vision is focused on the development of the country. ... read..

Centre, Chhattisgarh government committed to eradicating Naxalism: Amit Shah

Raipur (Chhattisgarh) | December 15, 2024 3:12:30 PM IST

Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Sunday said that both the Centre and Chhattisgarh government are committed to eradicating Naxalism in the State. He added that Chhattisgarh Police has achieved a lot of success against Naxals. ... read..

Kiren Rijiju accuses Congress of "diluting" provisions of Constitution

New Delhi | December 15, 2024 3:12:28 PM IST

Union Minister Kiren Rijiju on Sunday criticised Congress on the lines of recent remarks made by Prime Minister Narendra Modi in Lok Sabha. ... read..

"He should talk about present challenges...": Jairam Ramesh on PM Modi's speech in Parliament

New Delhi | December 15, 2024 3:12:27 PM IST

Congress MP Jairam Ramesh on Sunday criticised Prime Minister Narendra Modi's speech in Parliament, saying he should focus on addressing present challenges rather than invoking Jawaharlal Nehru to distract from his failures. ... read..

"One Nation, One Election proposal is need of the hour": Union Minister Gajendra Shekhawat

Jodhpur (Rajasthan) | December 15, 2024 3:12:25 PM IST

Union Minister Gajendra Singh Shekhawat on Sunday backed the "One Nation, One Election" proposal saying, the need of the hour as frequent elections waste a lot of time and money. ... read..

"Winter Session of Uttar Pradesh Assembly will begin tomorrow": Dy CM Brajesh Pathak

Ayodhya (Uttar Pradesh) | December 15, 2024 3:12:22 PM IST

The Winter Session of the Uttar Pradesh Assembly is all set to commence tomorrow, announced Deputy Chief Minister Brajesh Pathak on Sunday. ... read..

"Emergency-like situation": Vinesh Phogat calls for nationwide participation in farmers' protest

Haryana | December 15, 2024 3:12:16 PM IST

Wrestler turned politician Vinesh Phogat on Sunday urged people from across the country to participate in the farmers' protest staged at the Khanauri border in Haryana. ... read..

Farmer leader Jagjit Singh Dallewal refuses medical aid

By Sajan Tiwari New Delhi | December 15, 2024 3:12:14 PM IST

The Punjab DGP Gaurav Yadav and Director of Home Affairs Mayank Yadav held a meeting with farmer leader Jagjit Singh Dallewal to enquire about his health after a hunger strike at the Khanauri Border. ... read..

After the construction of the Kashi Vishwanath corridor, nearly 19.13 crore devotees visit the temple

Kashi (Uttar Pradesh) | December 15, 2024 3:12:09 PM IST

Kashi Vishwanath Corridor completed three years, and witnessed a significant surge in devotees with over 19.13 crores of visitors in three years as per the data released on Friday. ... read..

'Three accused remanded to judicial custody,' says DCP on Atul Subhash suicide case

Bengaluru (Karnataka) | December 15, 2024 3:12:08 PM IST

As the Karnataka police carried out arrests in connection with the Atul Subhash suicide case, Deputy Commissioner of Police (DCP) Whitefield Shiv Kumar on Sunday said that all three accused have been remanded to judicial custody. ... read..

"He has no constructive work to do": Samajwadi Party MP Awadhesh Prasad on Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister

New Delhi | December 15, 2024 3:12:05 PM IST

Samajwadi Party Member of Parliament Awadhesh Prasad on Sunday criticised Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath's for his recent comments, accusing him of making inflammatory statements due to lack of constructive work. ... read..

"She is new...": Kiren Rijiju's dig at Priyanka Gandhi

New Delhi | December 15, 2024 3:12:02 PM IST

Union Minister Kiren Rijiju took a dig at Congress MP Priyanka Gandhi over her remarks on Prime Minister Narendra Modi's speech, saying that she did not understand the "nuisances" and "deep meaning" of remarks made by the Prime Minister as "she was a newl ... read..

Last rites of EVKS Elangovan to be performed with State honours: TN Govt

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | December 15, 2024 2:12:09 PM IST

The Tamil Nadu government announced on Sunday that the last rites of former Tamil Nadu Congress President EVKS Elangovan will be performed with State honours. ... read..

Maharashtra cabinet expansion: CM Fadnavis pays floral tribute to Babasaheb Ambedkar in Nagpur

Nagpur (Maharashtra) | December 15, 2024 2:12:04 PM IST

Ahead of the state cabinet expansion, Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnaivs on Sunday paid floral tribute to Babasaheb Ambedkar in Nagpur. ... read..

PM Narendra Modi pays tribute to Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel on his death anniversary

New Delhi | December 15, 2024 1:42:20 PM IST

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday paid tribute to Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel on his death anniversary. Taking on social media platform X, the Prime Minister called the Iron Man "an inspiration for the countrymen for the unity, integrity of the nation. ... read..

Maharashtra CM holds roadshow ahead of cabinet expansion

Nagpur (Maharashtra) | December 15, 2024 1:42:12 PM IST

Ahead of the cabinet expansion, Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis on Sunday held a road show in Nagpur. He was accompanied by his wife Amruta Fadnavis and state Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) chief Chandrashekhar Bawankule. ... read..

"Blot on Congress can never be erased": Bihar Dy CM Samrat Chaudhary

Patna (Bihar) | December 15, 2024 1:42:11 PM IST

Bihar Deputy Chief Minister Samrat Chaudhary highlighted PM Modi's Parliament speech and alleged that the Congress party's actions have left a permanent stain on their reputation. ... read..

Delhi: BJP leader Ramesh Pahelwan, his wife Kusumlata join AAP

New Delhi | December 15, 2024 1:42:09 PM IST

Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leader Ramesh Pehalwan and his wife Kusumlata Ramesh joined the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) on Sunday. The couple joined the party in the presence of Arvind Kejriwal, the party's national convenor. ... read..

Odisha's Mayurbhanj shivers as temp drops to 3 degrees Celsius

Khordha (Odisha) | December 15, 2024 1:42:03 PM IST

A severe cold wave gripped northern Odisha on Sunday, with the Mayurbhanj in the northern part of the State bearing the brunt of the intense chill with Uper Baraha Kamuda (UBK) area in the district recording 3 degrees Celsius. ... read..

"Will create awareness among people": Assam Minister Jayanta Malla Baruah on Swachh Survekshan 2024

Guwahati (Assam) | December 15, 2024 1:12:09 PM IST

Assam Minister Jayanta Malla Baruah on Sunday highlighted the importance of creating awareness among people during Swachh Survekshan 2024 to maintain cleanliness for a clean and garbage-free state. ... read..

Priyanka Gandhi pays tribute to Sardar Vallabhai Patel on his 74th death anniversary

New Delhi | December 15, 2024 1:12:06 PM IST

Congress MP Priyanka Gandhi Vadra paid tributes to former Congress President Sardar Vallabhai Patel on the occasion of his 74th death anniversary on Sunday. ... read..

Bengaluru Suicide Case: Atul Subhash's father pleads for custody of grandson

Samastipur (Bihar) | December 15, 2024 1:12:03 PM IST

Father of deceased Bengaluru techie Atul Subhash on Sunday, pleaded for custody of his grandson. Subhash's father, Pawan Kumar Modi, has appealed to Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar and others to ensure the custody of his gr ... read..

Amit Shah attends ceremony to present President's Colour Award to Chhattisgarh Police

Raipur (Chhattisgarh) | December 15, 2024 1:12:01 PM IST

Union Home Minister Amit Shah attended the ceremony here on Sunday to present the President's Colour Award to Chhattisgarh Police. ... read..

"Priyanka Gandhi, everyone in Congress are dejected, disappointed": BJP's Praveen Khandelwal

New Delhi | December 15, 2024 12:42:16 PM IST

Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leader Praveen Khandelwal on Sunday criticised Congress MP Priyanka Gandhi Vadra for her comments on Prime Minister Narendra Modi reply in Lok Sabha on the 75 years of the adoption of the Constitution, terming her and the enti ... read..

"Never does what he says...": Sanjay Raut on PM Modi's zero tolerance towards corruption

Mumbai (Maharashtra) | December 15, 2024 12:42:13 PM IST

Shiv Sena (UBT) MP Sanjay Raut on Sunday launched a scathing attack on Prime Minister Narendra Modi's speech in Lok Sabha, where he emphasized zero tolerance towards corruption. ... read..

"Lowered the dignity of the post of Prime Minister...," Congress Pramod Tiwari on PM Modi's speech in Parliament

New Delhi | December 15, 2024 12:42:09 PM IST

Congress MP Pramod Tiwari on Sunday strongly condemned Prime Minister Narendra Modi, saying he has lowered the dignity of the Prime Minister's post. ... read..

"Congress has disrespected Constitution since Independence, PM Modi showed them mirror in Lok Sabha: BJP's Rajiv Ranjan

Patna (Bihar) | December 15, 2024 12:42:08 PM IST

Union Minister Rajiv Ranjan (Lallan) Singh on Sunday accused the Congress of insulting the Constitution since Independence and said Prime Minister Narendra Modi has spoken about this in his address to the Lok Sabha. ... read..

AIADMK's general council and executive meeting begins in Chennai

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | December 15, 2024 12:42:06 PM IST

The All India Anna Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam's (AIADMK) general council and executive meeting began at a marriage hall in Vanagaram near Chennai on Sunday morning. ... read..

Union Minister Mansukh Mandaviya to flag off 'Fit India Cycling Tuesdays' on Dec 17

New Delhi | December 15, 2024 12:42:05 PM IST

Union Minister of Youth Affairs and Sports Mansukh Mandaviya is scheduled to flag off the 'Fit India Cycling Tuesdays' initiative on December 17 at Delhi's Major Dhyan Chand Stadium. ... read..

12 MLAs from Shiv Sena to take oath as ministers today in Maharashtra cabinet expansion

Mumbai (Maharashtra) | December 15, 2024 12:12:00 PM IST

Twelve MLAs from Shiv Sena are set to take oath as ministers in Maharashtra cabinet expansion on Sunday. ... read..

Anti-encroachment drive underway in Sambhal amid tensions

Sambhal (Uttar Pradesh) | December 15, 2024 11:42:17 AM IST

Amid the ongoing tensions in Uttar Pradesh's Sambhal, the district administration on Sunday launched an anti-encroachment drive to clear public spaces of illegal structures. ... read..

'Congress gave PM Modi all rights,' says Karnataka Deputy CM Shivakumar

Hubballi-Dharwad (Karnataka) | December 15, 2024 11:42:15 AM IST

Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar on Sunday said that Prime Minister Narendra Modi could hold office because of the independence granted by the Constitution. It was due to the Congress party that PM Modi has all the rights, he said. ... read..

700 athletes from Assam and other States participate in Bahubali Jorhat Half Marathon

Jorhat (Assam) | December 15, 2024 11:42:14 AM IST

The Bahubali Jorhat Half Marathon, a premier international-level running event, began at 6 a.m. on Sunday at Jorhat Stadium, attracting approximately 700 athletes from Assam and adjacent states. ... read..

Vice Admiral Rajesh Pendharkar flags off 9th Vizag Navy Marathon from RK beach in Visakhapatnam

Visakhapatnam (Andhra Pradesh) | December 15, 2024 11:42:07 AM IST

Vice Admiral Rajesh Pendharkar, Flag Officer Commanding-in-Chief, Eastern Naval Command on Sunday flagged off the 9th edition of the Vizag Navy Marathon from RK beach in Visakhapatnam. ... read..

Heavy rain across Tamil Nadu trigger waterlogging in parts of Thoothukudi

Thoothukudi (Tamil Nadu) | December 15, 2024 11:42:06 AM IST

Several parts of Thoothukudi and adjoining areas witnessed severe waterlogging on Sunday as heavy rains continued to lash parts of Tamil Nadu. ... read..

Cold wave grips northern Odisha, Ramatirtha in Mayurbhanj records lowest temp at minus 10C

Khordha (Odisha) | December 15, 2024 11:42:04 AM IST

A severe cold wave gripped northern Odisha on Sunday, with the Mayurbhanj in the northern part of the State bearing the brunt of the intense chill with Ramatirtha area in the district recording as low as -10 degrees Celsius. ... read..

Divine lake cruise: Uttarakhand to launch ship service on Lake Tehri

Tehri Garhwal (Uttarakhand) | December 15, 2024 11:42:03 AM IST

In a bid to boost Uttarakhand Tourism, a cruise ship service will soon begin on Lake Tehri. The cruise ship is expected to benefit locals and will encourage tourists to village tourism. ... read..

Four dead,12 injured after tractor-trolley overturns in MP's Gwalior

Gwalior (Madhya Pradesh) | December 15, 2024 11:12:04 AM IST

In a tragic incident four people were killed and 12 others were injured after a tractor-trolley overturned in Jakhoda of Ghatigaon in Gwalior, as per police officials. ... read..

Below-normal temperatures recorded in Delhi

New Delhi | December 15, 2024 11:12:02 AM IST

Minumum temperature in the national capital dropped further on Sunday. According to the India Meteorological Department, the temperature recorded in Delhi at 5.30 am today was recorded at 6 degrees Celsius. A day earlier, it was 9.4 degrees Celsius. ... read..

UP: Encroachment removed, CCTV cameras installed in reopened temple in Sambhal

Sambhal (Uttar Pradesh) | December 15, 2024 10:42:09 AM IST

The district administration removed a wall that was built in front of the recently reopened temple in Uttar Pradesh's Sambhal while undertaking an anti-encroachment drive in the area. ... read..

PM Modi to chair National Conference of Chief Secretaries today

New Delhi | December 15, 2024 10:42:06 AM IST

Prime Minister Narendra Modi will chair the concluding day of the fourth National Conference of Chief Secretaries in Delhi on Sunday. ... read..

UP: 'Aarti' performed at reopened temple in Sambhal

Sambhal (Uttar Pradesh) | December 15, 2024 10:42:03 AM IST

Aaarti was performed on Sunday morning at the recently reopened Lord Shiva and Hanuman temple in Sambhal. ... read..

Four people die as car collides with minibus in Kerala's Pathanamthitta

Pathanamthitta (Kerala) | December 15, 2024 10:12:03 AM IST

Four people of a family died after a car collided with a minibus near Mallassery in Kerala's Pathanamthitta district on Sunday morning, said the police. ... read..

UP: Police deployed outside reopened temple in Sambhal

Sambhal (Uttar Pradesh) | December 15, 2024 10:12:01 AM IST

Uttar Pradesh police personnel were deployed outside the Lord Shiv and Hanuman temple that reopened after decades in Sambhal district on Sunday morning. ... read..

Atul Subhash suicide case: Police arrest wife Nikita Singhania, two others

Bengaluru (Karnataka) | December 15, 2024 9:42:04 AM IST

Three people have been arrested in connection with the Atul Subhash death case who committed suicide by hanging alleging harassment by his wife, Karnataka police said, adding that Subhash's wife Nikita Singhania has been arrested from Haryana's Gurugram. ... read..

Kerala CM Pinarayi Vijayan applauds state for 2nd place in National Energy Conservation Award 2024

New Delhi | December 15, 2024 9:42:03 AM IST

Kerala won second place in the National Energy Conservation Award 2024 for its exemplary energy efficiency initiatives across key sectors. ... read..

IIM Shillong organises LEAD 2024 conference themed "Empowering Humanity"

Shillong (Meghalaya) | December 15, 2024 9:12:08 AM IST

In its first, Indian Institute of Management (IIM) Shillong organised an international conference on Leveraging Emerging Technologies and Analytics for Development (LEAD-2024), themed "Empowering Humanity." ... read..

BJP prepares for upcoming Municipal elections in Uttarakhand, CM Dhami meets MPs

New Delhi | December 15, 2024 9:12:05 AM IST

Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami had a detailed discussion with Rajya Sabha and Lok Sabha MPs on the preparations and strategy for the upcoming municipal elections on Saturday at Uttarakhand Bhawan, New Delhi. ... read..

Chhattisgarh: Indian Army host Soldierathon to mark 53rd anniversary of 1971 Indo-Pak war victory

Raipur (Chattisgarh) | December 15, 2024 9:12:03 AM IST

The Indian army, in collaboration with the Chhattisgarh Government, on Sunday hosted a Soldierathon in Raipur to mark the 53rd anniversary of the 1971 Indo-Pakistani war. Former Army Chief General VK Singh flagged off the Soldierathon. ... read..

Delhi's air quality further deteriorates as city reels under cold wave conditions

New Delhi | December 15, 2024 8:42:01 AM IST

The Air Quality Index (AQI) in the national capital on Sunday continued to be in the 'poor category' with further deterioration as the city experienced cold wave conditions. ... read..

Tripura CM inaugurates regional Saras fair, highlights state's growing tourism

Agartala (Tripura) | December 15, 2024 7:42:09 AM IST

Tripura Chief Minister Manik Saha on Saturday, highlighted that tourists are slowly realising the good places to visit, and further expressed his desire to develop tourism in the state. ... read..

"Abusing power as CM": Karnataka BJP chief hits back at Siddaramaiah over corruption allegations

Bengaluru (Karnataka) | December 15, 2024 7:42:08 AM IST

Bharatiya Janata Party Karnataka chief BY Vijayendra hit back at Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah over him calling a CBI investigation into an alleged corruption case involving him, and accused him of "abusing" power. ... read..

Lucknow: Shia community carries out candlelight march against atrocities against Hindus in Bangladesh

Lucknow (Uttar Pradesh) | December 15, 2024 7:12:04 AM IST

Several members of the Muslim Shia community, carried out a candlelight march in Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh against the 'atrocities' against the Hindu community in Bangladesh. ... read..

Opposition criticises PM Modi's Parliament address, points to BJP's past promises

New Delhi | December 15, 2024 7:12:02 AM IST

Opposition leaders critically responded to Prime Minister Narendra Modi's speech in the Lok Sabha on Saturday, describing it as a 'mixed' kind of speech and further questioned the government's record on past promises. ... read..

As cold wave conditions grips Delhi, people look to night shelters for respite

New Delhi | December 15, 2024 6:42:14 AM IST

As cold wave conditions gripped the national capital, with temperature dropping to low single digits, multiple people across Delhi took refuge in shelter homes. ... read..

"Soul of Constitution might be crying...": BJP's Ravi Shankar Prasad slams Opposition

New Delhi | December 15, 2024 6:42:13 AM IST

Coming out heavily against the Opposition, Bharatiya Janata Party MP Ravi Shankar Prasad, said the "soul of the Constitution" might be 'crying' with the leaders carrying it on every other occasion. ... read..

BJP's Sachdeva questions CM Mann on AAP's promise of financial transfer to women in Punjab

Chandigarh (Punjab) | December 15, 2024 6:42:00 AM IST

Bharatiya Janata Party's Delhi president, Virendra Sachdeva wrote to Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann, questioning him about whether his government has fulfilled the promises made during the assembly elections. ... read..

Chattisgarh: Deputy CM Vijay Sharma hails 'Bastar Olympics' for keeping youth away from 'red terror'

Jagdalpur (Chhattisgarh) | December 15, 2024 4:42:01 AM IST

Chhattisgarh Deputy Chief Minister Vijay Sharma highlighted the importance of Bastar Olympics in the region, stating that it is providing the youth with a platform to showcase their talent in sports and avoid the dark path of Naxalism. ... read..

Workers behind Ram Mandir were honoured while hands of those behind Taj Mahal were chopped off: CM Yogi

Mumbai (Maharashtra) | December 15, 2024 4:12:06 AM IST

Lauding the 'respect' for the labour force under the Bharatiya Janata Party government, Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath compared how Prime Minister Narendra Modi honoured the construction workers who worked at the Ram Mandir in Agra, and how ... read..

CM Bhupendra Patel participates in grand wedding ceremony in Surat, performs 'kanyadaan' for 111 brides

Surat (Gujarat) | December 15, 2024 4:12:03 AM IST

The Savani family of Surat, Gujarat continued their tradition of organising their annual 'Piyariyu' wedding ceremony for 111 daughters who lost their fathers. ... read..

"His grandmother became dictator..." Giriraj Singh slams Rahul Gandhi over Parliament speech

New Delhi | December 15, 2024 3:12:02 AM IST

Hitting out at Lok Sabha Leader of Opposition Rahul Gandhi over his speech on the Constitution on Saturday, Union Minister Giriraj Singh said that his grandmother Indira Gandhi herself became a "dictator" and today her grandson is giving advice to others. ... read..

"Does Shiv Sena (UBT) agree with Rahul Gandhi's remarks on Veer Savarkar," asks Shiv Sena's Shrikant Shinde

New Delhi | December 15, 2024 2:12:03 AM IST

Shiv Sena MP Shrikant Shinde hit out at Congress leader Rahul Gandhi over his remarks on Veer Savarkar in the Parliament, and asked his party's other faction Shiv Sena (UBT), whether it agrees with the Lok Sabha Leader of Opposition's remarks. ... read..

Anant Ambani pays courtesy visit to UP CM in Mumbai

Mumbai (Maharashtra) | December 15, 2024 2:12:00 AM IST

Anant Ambani, son of industrialist Mukesh Ambani and Non-Executive director of Reliance Industries paid a courtesy visit to Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath in Mumbai on Saturday. ... read..

PM Modi accuses Congress of constantly disrespecting Constitution, presents 11 pledges for India's bright future

New Delhi | December 15, 2024 1:42:01 AM IST

Prime Minister Narendra Modi launched a scathing attack on Congress on Saturday, accusing it of constantly disrespecting the Constitution and presented eleven pledges for India's bright future, noting that the government and people should follow their dut ... read..

"It was a historic speech": BJP MP Ravi Kishan on PM Modi's address in Lok Sabha

New Delhi | December 14, 2024 11:42:19 PM IST

BJP MP Ravi Kishan praised Prime Minister Narendra Modi's speech in the Lok Sabha on Saturday, calling it "historic," and stated that it offered a clear message on the government's vision for India. ... read..

Rahul Gandhi's speech was written by a communist, says Union Minister Sukanta Majumdar

New Delhi | December 14, 2024 11:42:10 PM IST

Union Minister Sukanta Majumdar on Saturday criticized the speech delivered by Leader of Opposition (LoP) Rahul Gandhi in the Lok Sabha, alleging that it was written by a communist. ... read..

"Congress spread negative propaganda about the Constitution": Rajasthan Deputy CM Bairwa

Jaipur (Rajasthan) | December 14, 2024 11:42:06 PM IST

Rajasthan Deputy Chief Minister Prem Chand Bairwa on Saturday criticised the Congress party, accusing it of spreading negative propaganda about the Constitution. ... read..

NIA files charge sheet against accused in terrorist attack on pilgrim bus in Jammu and Kashmir

Srinagar (Jammu and Kashmir) | December 14, 2024 11:42:03 PM IST

The National Investigation Agency (NIA) on Saturday filed a charge sheet against an accused in the case related to the terrorist attack on a bus carrying pilgrims from Shiv Khori, Ransoo to Katra in Jammu and Kashmir, officials said. ... read..

Vice President Jagdeep Dhankhar, Jyotiraditya Scindia attends 50th Foundation Day of IP & TAFS

New Delhi | December 14, 2024 11:42:01 PM IST

The Indian Posts and Telecommunications Accounts and Finance Service (IP&TAFS) celebrated its 50th Foundation Day in New Delhi on Saturday, according to an official release from the Ministry of Communications. ... read..

Himachal unlocks adventure tourism potential with water sports at Pong Dam: CM Sukhu

Dharamshala (Himachal Pradesh) | December 14, 2024 11:12:28 PM IST

Himachal Pradesh Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu on Saturday announced that the Indora Utsav-2024 would be celebrated as a district-level festival starting next year. ... read..

"Emergency is darkest chapter of Constitutional journey": BJP MP Ravi Shankar Prasad

New Delhi | December 14, 2024 11:12:23 PM IST

BJP MP Ravi Shankar Prasad on Saturday termed 'Emergency' as the "darkest chapter" of the Constitutional journey of the country, saying that it was imposed to save "chair." ... read..

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