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North Central Railway operates record 150 special trains for Maha Kumbh pilgrims

Prayagraj (Uttar Pradesh) | January 16, 2025 9:42:47 PM IST

Northern Central Railway has created a new record by operating 150 special trains for pilgrims travelling to Prayagraj for the Maha Kumbh Mela. ... read..

CBSE issues show-cause notices to 29 schools over 'enrollment irregularities'

New Delhi | January 16, 2025 9:42:45 PM IST

The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) announced on Thursday that it has issued show-cause notices to 29 schools in Delhi and five other states for alleged violations related to enrollment irregularities and failure to meet academic and infrastru ... read..

BJP's Milkipur by-poll candidate Chandrabhan Paswan files his nomination

Ayodhya (Uttar Pradesh) | January 16, 2025 9:42:42 PM IST

The Bharatiya Janata Party's candidate for the upcoming by-poll to Uttar Pradesh's Milkipur Assembly seat in Ayodhya district, Chandrabhan Paswan, filed his nomination on Thursday. BJP's former Faizabad (Ayodhya) MP Lallu Singh and the party's state unit ... read..

'No one is safe in Mumbai anymore': Bhupesh Baghel after attack on Saif Ali Khan

New Delhi | January 16, 2025 9:42:40 PM IST

Congress leader Bhupesh Baghel raised questions on the law and order situation of Maharashtra in the wake of an attack on Bollywood actor Saif Ali Khan. ... read..

Chhattisgarh: 12 naxals killed in encounter with security forces in South Bastar

Bastar (Chhattisgarh) | January 16, 2025 9:42:36 PM IST

As many as 12 naxals were killed during an encounter in Chhattisgarh's South Bastar area on Thursday, officials said. ... read..

Security forces fighting hard against Naxals, their elimination is certain: Chhattisgarh CM Vishnu Deo Sai

Raipur (Chhattisgarh) | January 16, 2025 9:42:32 PM IST

In the wake of the Bijapur Naxal attack in which two jawans were injured in a pressure IED blast planted by Naxals, Chhattisgarh Chief Minister Vishnu Deo Sai said that government and security forces were fighting hard against them and their elimination i ... read..

ED attaches properties worth Rs 442.85 crore in bank fraud case of erstwhile Kwality Ltd

General News | January 16, 2025 9:42:29 PM IST

New Delhi [India], January 16 (ANI) The Enforcement Directorate (ED) has attached several immovable properties worth Rs 442.85 crore in the bank fraud case of erstwhile Kwality Ltd under the Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA), 2002, the agency said ... read..

BJP MLA Sidhant Mohapatra condemns attack on Saif, advocates for enhanced security measures

Bhubaneswar (Odisha) | January 16, 2025 9:42:26 PM IST

Odia actor and BJP MLA Sidhant Mohapatra condemned the attack on Bollywood actor Saif Ali Khan by an intruder at his Bandra residence in the early hours of Thursday calling it "unfortunate" and wishing him a speedy recovery. ... read..

Assam: Army jawans avert fire mishap at railway coach restaurant in Guwahati

Guwahati (Assam) | January 16, 2025 9:42:21 PM IST

A fire broke out at the kitchen section of a repurposed "railway coach" restaurant, located outside Guwahati Railway Station in the state capital on Thursday afternoon, according to a Defence PRO press release. ... read..

"Administration completely failed": AIMIM's Waris Pathan attacks Mahayuti govt after knife attack on Saif Ali Khan

Mumbai (Maharashtra) | January 16, 2025 9:12:34 PM IST

AIMIM leader Waris Pathan on Thursday hit out at the ruling Mahayuti government in Maharashtra following the knife attack on Bollywood actor Saif Ali Khan, saying that the incident shows the 'complete failure' of the administration. ... read..

"He exposed corruption": Bhupesh Baghel a day after ED arrested Congress leader Kawasi Lakhma in liquor 'scam'

New Delhi | January 16, 2025 9:12:25 PM IST

A day after ED arrested former Chhattisgarh Excise Minister and Congress leader Kawasi Lakhma in an alleged liquor scam, Congress leader Bhupesh Baghel stated that the probe agency could not even recover even a penny from the latter's house. ... read..

"I will cooperate fully, but where is the case?": KTR on Formula E case

Hyderabad (Telangana) | January 16, 2025 9:12:23 PM IST

Right after being questioned for hours by the Directorate of Enforcement (ED) in relation to the Formula E on Thursday, BRS working president KT Rama Rao questioned the validity of propping up a case against him and also challenged Telangana Chief Ministe ... read..

Temperature plummets in J-K's Doda after snowfall in upper reaches, rainfall in plains

Doda (Jammu and Kashmir) | January 16, 2025 8:42:35 PM IST

Jammu and Kashmir's Doda district has received a fresh spell of snowfall, Deputy Commissioner (DC) Harvinder Singh announced on Thursday. According to the official, the precipitation, limited to the upper reaches of Doda, will bring relief to the region's ... read..

"No credibility due to their history of legal troubles, false claims": Rajasthan Dy CM Prem Chand Bairwa slams AAP

New Delhi | January 16, 2025 8:42:34 PM IST

Hitting out at the ruling Aam Admi Party (AAP) ahead of the Delhi assembly polls, Rajasthan Deputy Chief Minister Prem Chand Bairwa stated that the youth of contemporary India are informed and discerning and said they can point out the difference between ... read..

Delhi: Green Genome India Pvt Ltd showcases BHISHM Cube, portable healthcare unit at Maharashtra Sadan

New Delhi | January 16, 2025 8:42:31 PM IST

Green Genome India Pvt Ltd showcased the groundbreaking BHISHM Cube, a portable healthcare unit, at Maharashtra Sadan in New Delhi. This innovative solution is part of Project Aarogya Maitri, a visionary initiative by Prime Minister Narendra Modi to revol ... read..

Mumbai becoming capital of crime, failure of BJP: Congress' Pramod Tiwari after attack on Saif Ali Khan

Lucknow (Uttar Pradesh) | January 16, 2025 8:42:22 PM IST

In the wake of the knife attack on Bollywood actor Saif Ali Khan, Congress leader Pramod Tiwari hit out at the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) and said that this was failure of the state government and Mumbai was becoming capital of crime. ... read..

Odisha Ex-minister Naba Das Murder case: Congress supports daughter's demand for CBI inquiry

Bhubaneswar (Odisha) | January 16, 2025 8:12:29 PM IST

Senior Congress leader Santosh Singh Saluja has expressed his support for a CBI probe into the death of late Ex-Minister Naba Das after the slain minister's daughter Deepali Das raised the demand two days ago. Saluja stated that during the previous BJD go ... read..

Uttarakhand CM Dhami leads roadshow for BJP in Rudrapur for local body elections

Dehradun (Uttarakhand) | January 16, 2025 8:12:25 PM IST

Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami participated in a roadshow in Rudrapur on Thursday, rallying support for BJP candidates contesting the local body elections. The event commenced at Galla Mandi and concluded at the Transit Camp Football Groun ... read..

Union Minister Piyush Goyal launches PRABHAAV Factbook, Bharat Startup Challenge on 9th Foundation Day of Startup India

New Delhi | January 16, 2025 8:12:19 PM IST

Union Minister of Commerce and Industry, Piyush Goyal launched the 'PRABHAAV Factbook' and the 'Bharat Startup Grand challenge' on Thursday, while celebrating the 9 Years of Startup India today in New Delhi. ... read..

Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw announces installation of electrical masts for bullet train

New Delhi | January 16, 2025 7:42:45 PM IST

Union Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw on Thursday, announced the installation of the first 14-meter-high electrical masts between Surat and Bilimora in Gujarat, as part of India's ambitious Bullet Train project. ... read..

"This is heartening to see," say PM Modi as QS survey puts India as top job market for future skills

New Delhi | January 16, 2025 7:42:43 PM IST

Prime Minister Narendra Modi said that the insights from the QS World Future Skills Index are valuable as we move further on this journey towards prosperity and youth empowerment. ... read..

"This is heartening to see," says PM Modi as QS survey puts India as top job market for future skills

New Delhi | January 16, 2025 7:42:40 PM IST

Prime Minister Narendra Modi said that the insights from the QS World Future Skills Index are valuable as we move further on this journey towards prosperity and youth empowerment. ... read..

"Why has double engine govt failed in all states?" AAP's Priyanka Kakkar questions BJP on Saif Ali Khan attack

New Delhi | January 16, 2025 7:42:36 PM IST

Aam Aadmi Party's national spokesperson Priyanka Kakkar hit out at the Bharatiya Janata Party-led centre government on Thursday, claiming that the "double engine" government of the party has failed in all the states they rule in. ... read..

NEET-UG will continue to be conducted in pen and paper mode

New Delhi | January 16, 2025 7:42:35 PM IST

The National Testing Agency (NTA) has decided to conduct the medical entrance exam NEET-UG in pen-and-paper mode for now. ... read..

Indore Central Jail outshines Tihar Jail in prisoner facilities

Indore (Madhya Pradesh) | January 16, 2025 7:42:33 PM IST

Indore Central Jail has surpassed Tihar Jail in terms of prisoner facilities, according to Chief Justice of Madhya Pradesh High Court, Suresh Kumar Kait. After inspecting the Indore Central Jail, Kait expressed satisfaction with the cleanliness, food, and ... read..

Maha Kumbh: Over 3 million devotees take holy dip at Triveni Sangam until 6 pm on fourth day

Prayagraj (Uttar Pradesh) | January 16, 2025 7:42:31 PM IST

More than 3 million devotees took part in the holy dip at Triveni Sangam on the fourth day of the Maha Kumbh in the holy city of Prayagraj. ... read..

Today entire world is following the footsteps of India's PM Narendra Modi: Amit Shah in Gujarat's Vadnagar

Vadnagar (Gujarat) | January 16, 2025 7:42:27 PM IST

Union Home Minister and Minister of Cooperation Amit Shah on Thursday inaugurated the Archaeological Experiential Museum, Prerna Complex, and Sports Complex in Vadnagar, Gujarat, an official statement from Ministry of Home Affairs said. ... read..

"Agenda was to bring down reputed companies": Former CIC YK Sinha after Hindenburg Research shuts operations

New Delhi | January 16, 2025 7:12:59 PM IST

After, Hindenburg Research founder disbanded the US based short-seller, former Chief Information Commissioner YK Sinha believes that there was clearly an agenda behind bringing down reputed groups and companies. ... read..

Delhi Polls: BJP's Shweta Saini, Manjinder Singh Sirsa file nominations

New Delhi | January 16, 2025 7:12:55 PM IST

Bharatiya Janata Party candidates Shweta Saini and Manjinder Singh Sirsa filed their respective nominations in the presence of Union Minister Manohar Lal Khattar on Thursday to contest in the upcoming Delhi Assembly elections. ... read..

Formations of Army's Engineering Corps honoured by World Congress on Disaster Management for relief and rescue ops

New Delhi | January 16, 2025 7:12:52 PM IST

Multiple formations of the Indian Army's Corps of Engineers have been felicitated by the World Congress on Disaster Management (WCDM) as part of its 'Disaster Risk Reduction (DRR) Awards 2024' for their roles in rescue and relief operations during various ... read..

'Land for Job scam': ED attaches assets worth Rs 224.08 crore in Krrish Realtech, Amit Katyal case

New Delhi | January 16, 2025 7:12:50 PM IST

The Enforcement Directorate (ED) has attached immovable properties worth Rs 224.08 crore in the form of under-construction luxury hotel projects and leasehold rights over four acres in Sri Lanka among others in the case of Krrish Realtech Pvt Ltd and busi ... read..

Telangana Formula E case: Congress leader asks "If KTR did not do anything, then why did SC reject his petition?"

Mahabubnagar (Telangana) | January 16, 2025 7:12:43 PM IST

Congress leader G Madhusudan Reddy has questioned Bharat Rashtra Samithi Working President KT Rama Rao's (KTR) involvement in the Telangana Formula E case, asking why the Supreme Court rejected his petition if he didn't do anything wrong. ... read..

SC grants bail to one accused in Jal Jeevan Mission irregularities case

New Delhi | January 16, 2025 7:12:38 PM IST

The Supreme Court on Thursday granted bail to one Padam Chand Jain, proprietor of Shree Shyam Tubewell Company, who was arrested by the ED over alleged irregularities in the implementation of the Jal Jeevan Mission (JJM) scheme in Rajasthan. ... read..

Delhi Polls: BJP releases fourth list; Shikha Rai to take on Saurabh Bhardwaj, Anil Vashisht against Gopal Rai

New Delhi | January 16, 2025 7:12:36 PM IST

The Bharatiya Janata Party on Thursday, released their fourth list of candidates for the upcoming Delhi Assembly Elections. With this list, the party has confirmed a total of 68 candidates for the election. ... read..

"Akhilesh Yadav should rise above factionalism, welcome people coming to Prayagraj": UP Dy CM Brajesh Pathak

Lucknow (Uttar Pradesh) | January 16, 2025 7:12:34 PM IST

Uttar Pradesh Deputy Chief Minister Brajesh Pathak slammed Samajwadi Party (SP) chief Akhilesh Yadav over his recent statement on Mahakumbh and stressed that former chief minister should rise above factionalism and welcome people coming to Prayagraj. ... read..

'Is there a Home Minister in Maharashtra or not?' Congress's Nana Patole targets CM Fadnavis over Saif Ali Khan's stabbing

Mumbai (Maharashtra) | January 16, 2025 7:12:30 PM IST

Maharashtra Congress chief Nana Patole on Thursday targeted the state government in the wake of the stabbing attack that left Bollywood actor Saif Ali Khan injured and hospitalised in Mumbai, saying the incident has "exposed the loopholes" in the law and ... read..

"Arvind Kejriwal has put Delhi through hell": Union Minister Manohar Lal Khattar attacks AAP

New Delhi | January 16, 2025 7:12:29 PM IST

Union Minister Manohar Lal Khattar lashed out at Aam Aadmi Party chief Arvind Kejriwal, claiming the former Chief Minister has "put Delhi through hell" in the last 10 years of AAP-led governance through damaged roads, and poor sewage and drinking water sy ... read..

IMD issues Orange alert till January 17 for Prayagraj, possibility of rain, fog in Kumbh Mela

New Delhi | January 16, 2025 7:12:27 PM IST

India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued an Orange alert for Prayagraj for today and tomorrow where the Kumbh Mela is currently going on. IMD Scientist Soma Sen Roy said that there is a possibility of rain and fog conditions in the Kumbh Mela area ... read..

"Triple engine govt": Uttarakhand CM Dhami campaigns for party candidates ahead of local body polls

Haldwani (Uttarakhand) | January 16, 2025 7:12:25 PM IST

Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami held a roadshow in Haldwani city on Thursday, urging citizens to vote for Gajraj Singh Bisht as mayor and other BJP candidates for councillors. ... read..

Union Cabinet approves establishment of third launch pad worth Rs 3984.86 crore for ISRO at Sriharikota

New Delhi | January 16, 2025 6:43:02 PM IST

The Union Cabinet, chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, on Thursday approved the establishment of the third launch pad (TLP) at the Satish Dhawan Space Centre of the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) in Sriharikota, Andhra Pradesh, a release s ... read..

Maha Kumbh: Over 2.5 million devotees take holy dip at Triveni Sangam on fourth day

Prayagraj (Uttar Pradesh) | January 16, 2025 6:42:56 PM IST

More than 2.5 million devotees took part in the holy dip at Triveni Sangam, a sacred confluence of Rivers Ganga, Yamuna and 'mystical' Saraswati on Thursday evening, the fourth day of Maha Kumbh. ... read..

'Absolute failure in curbing crime': Aaditya Thackeray targets Mahayuti govt after knife attack on Saif Ali Khan

Mumbai (Maharashtra) | January 16, 2025 6:42:40 PM IST

Shiv Sena (UBT) MLA Aaditya Thackeray on Thursday targeted Maharashtra's ruling BJP-led Mahayuti alliance in the wake of the stabbing attack that left Bollywood actor Saif Ali Khan injured and hospitalised in Mumbai, saying the incident highlights the "ab ... read..

Spiritual leader Sadhguru calls Mahakumbh, "A Celebration of Liberation"

Prayagraj (Uttar Pradesh) | January 16, 2025 6:42:35 PM IST

At Prayagraj's Mahakumbh 2025, Sadhguru Jaggi Vasudev immersed himself in the holy dip, embracing the spiritual essence of the grand event. ... read..

"This doesn't mean that 'Modani' has received clean chit": Jairam Ramesh after Hindenburg Research disbands

New Delhi | January 16, 2025 6:42:31 PM IST

After, Hindenburg founder disbanded short-seller, Congress MP Jairam Ramesh said "This does not mean that 'Modani' has received a clean chit." ... read..

Mahakumbh 2025: Yogi Adityanath govt gears up for 'Amrit Snan on Mauni Amavasya'

Prayagraj (Uttar Pradesh) | January 16, 2025 6:42:29 PM IST

After the successful completion of Paush Purnima and Makar Sankranti, the Yogi Adityanath government has now shifted its complete focus to the preparations for the Amrit Snan on Mauni Amavasya, scheduled for January 29, according to an official statement. ... read..

"Rahul Gandhi in complete grip of Urban Naxals": BJP's Ravi Shankar Prasad on 'Indian state' remark

New Delhi | January 16, 2025 6:42:28 PM IST

Bharatiya Janata Party MP Ravi Shankar Prasad on Thursday hit out at Lok Sabha LoP and Congress MP Rahul Gandhi over his remark on "fighting the Indian State" and alleged that he is in complete grip of the "Urban Naxal thinking process" and needs to chan ... read..

Amit Shah inaugurates Vadnagar Archaeological Museum, Prerna Sankul and Vadnagar Sports Complex at Mehsana

Mehsana (Gujarat) | January 16, 2025 6:12:38 PM IST

Union Home Minister Amit Shah inaugurated the Vadnagar Archaeological Museum, Prerna Sankul and Vadnagar Sports Complex at Mehsana district on Thursday. Vadnagar is the birthplace of Prime Minister Narendra Modi. ... read..

Rahul Gandhi lauds ISRO for "historic success" in space docking

New Delhi | January 16, 2025 6:12:35 PM IST

Leader of the Opposition in Lok Sabha Rahul Gandhi on Thursday congratulated Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) scientists on Thursday for achieving a historic success in India's space mission. India became the fourth country to demonstrate space d ... read..

"Number of victims is expected to increase...": Nagpur Police after psychologist arrested for sexual exploitation of minor girls

Nagpur (Maharashtra) | January 16, 2025 6:12:33 PM IST

The Nagpur Police on Thursday said that the number of victims is expected to rise after a 47-year-old psychologist-cum-career counsellor was arrested for allegedly sexually exploiting at least 50 minor girls and women. The man allegedly used to trap girls ... read..

UP: 13 injured after boiler blast at manufacturing unit in Agra; 1 critical

Agra (Uttar Pradesh) | January 16, 2025 6:12:31 PM IST

As many as 13 people were injured after a boiler blast at a manufacturing unit of a bakery in the Hariparvat Pushp Vihar area of Agra on Thursday, said an official. ... read..

Delhi Polls: BJP releases fourth list; Shika Rai to take on Saurabh Bhardwaj, Anil Vashisht against Gopal Rai

New Delhi | January 16, 2025 6:42:42 PM IST

Goa CM acknowledges role of Self Help Groups under ' Ek Ped Maa Ke Naam'

Panaji (Goa) | January 16, 2025 5:42:43 PM IST

Gao Chief Minister Pramod Sawant chaired a meeting of Goa State Rural Livelihood Mission (GSRLM) in the presence of RDA Minister Govind Gaude, Chief Secretary, officials, representatives of NABARD, and others, a press release said. ... read..

"Great privilege": Singer Maithili Thakur opens up on performing at 'Maha Kumbh'

Prayagraj (Uttar Pradesh) | January 16, 2025 5:42:29 PM IST

Indian classical and bhajan singer Maithili Thakur expressed her joy at performing at the Mahakumbh Mela, calling it "great privilege" and said it an honour to present bhajans on the special occasion of 'Maha Kumbh'. ... read..

MP: Tehsildar booked for exploiting widow on pretext of marriage in Gwalior

Gwalior (Madhya Pradesh) | January 16, 2025 5:42:28 PM IST

A Tehsildar posted at the Collectorate Office in Madhya Pradesh's Gwalior district was booked for allegedly exploiting a widow for years on the pretext of marriage, the police said on Thursday. ... read..

UGC bars 3 Rajasthan Universities from enrolling PhD Scholars for five years

New Delhi | January 16, 2025 5:42:25 PM IST

The University Grants Commission (UGC) on Thursday barred three universities in Rajasthan--OPJS University (Churu), Sunrise University (Alwar), and Singhania University (Jhunjhunu)--from enrolling PhD scholars for the next five years, starting from the ac ... read..

Investigation team arrives to probe attack on Saif Ali Khan at his residence

Mumbai (Maharashtra) | January 16, 2025 5:42:23 PM IST

An investigation team arrived at the residence of Saif Ali Khan in Mumbai on Thursday evening to carry out the probe over the attack on the actor. ... read..

"Will restart development works stalled by AAP": BJP candidate Harish Khurana ahead of assembly polls

New Delhi | January 16, 2025 5:12:33 PM IST

Bharatiya Janata Party candidate Harish Khurana exuded confidence that he will come out victorious in the upcoming Delhi Assembly Elections, and said that BJP will 'retart' all the development works "stalled" by the ruling Aam Aadmi Party. ... read..

Congress moves SC seeking intervention in 1991 Places of Worship Act cases

New Delhi | January 16, 2025 5:12:31 PM IST

The Indian National Congress on Thursday moved the Supreme Court to intervene in cases filed against the validity Places of Worship (Special Provisions) Act 1991, which preserves the character of religious places as they existed on August 15, 1947. ... read..

"It won't be right to say Mumbai is unsafe based on one, two incidents": Maharashtra CM Devendra Fadnavis

Mumbai (Maharashtra) | January 16, 2025 5:12:24 PM IST

Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis on Thursday stated that the law and order of Mumbai cannot be judged based on a few incidents and asserted that the city is the safest place. ... read..

"On what basis is he asking questions?": Delhi BJP replies to Kejriwal's comments

New Delhi | January 16, 2025 4:42:47 PM IST

Bharatiya Janata Party Delhi president Virendraa Sachdeva hit out at Arvind Kejriwal on Thursday, claiming that the Aam Aadmi Party chief should focus on the corruption and deaths in Delhi instead of on the attack on Saif Ali Khan. ... read..

"This is a cowardly act of Naxals": Chhattisgarh Deputy CM Vijay Sharma after two Jawans injured in IED blast in Bijapur

Kawardha (Chhattisgarh) | January 16, 2025 4:42:41 PM IST

Chhattisgarh Deputy Chief Minister Vijay Sharma said that Naxals have planted Improvised Explosive Devices (IEDs) everywhere and termed the Bijapur Naxal attack as a cowardly act. Two Jawans were injured in the attack ... read..

Mahesh Jethmalani, other legal experts call Hindenburg's disbanding 'Run for Cover' amid alleged Soros link

New Delhi | January 16, 2025 4:42:39 PM IST

Senior Advocate Mahesh Jethmalani and other prominent legal experts have strongly criticised Hindenburg Research's decision to disband, branding it a 'run for cover' in light of alleged connections to financier George Soros. ... read..

"It won't be right to say Mumbai is unsafe based on one, two incidents": Maharashtra CM Devendra Fadanvis

Mumbai (Maharashtra) | January 16, 2025 4:42:38 PM IST

Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadanvis on Thursday stated that the law and order of Mumbai cannot be judged based on a few incidents and asserted that the city is the safest place. ... read..

Godhra train burning: SC to hear pleas against HC order on February 13

New Delhi | January 16, 2025 4:42:32 PM IST

The Supreme Court on Thursday posted for final hearing on February 13 appeals filed by the Gujarat government and several other convicts in the 2002 Godhra train burning case. ... read..

"Matter goes far deeper": Jairam Ramesh after Hindenburg Research shuts operations

New Delhi | January 16, 2025 4:12:23 PM IST

Congress MP Jairam Ramesh on Thursday stated that the closure of Hindenburg Research doesn't mean a clean chit for the Adani Group. He believed the matter goes far deeper, involving abuse of Indian foreign policy, misuse of investigative agencies, and cap ... read..

'Jai Bapu, Jai Bhim, Jai Samvidhaan' rally to be organised in Mhow on Jan 27 over Amit Shah's remarks on Ambedkar: Jairam Ramesh

New Delhi | January 16, 2025 3:42:34 PM IST

Congress MP Jairam Ramesh on Thursday said that On January 27, 'Jai Bapu, Jai Bhim, Jai Samvidhaan' rally will be organised in Mhow over Home Minister Amit Shah's remarks on Ambedkar. ... read..

Assam: No 'tarikh pe tarikh' in CJM court of Chirang district as all cases cleared by 2024 end

General News | January 16, 2025 3:42:22 PM IST

Chirang (Assam) [India], January 16 (ANI) There is a zero pendency in the Chief Judicial Magistrate court of Assam's Chirang district as all cases were disposed of by the end of last year, a rare feat in the country where over five crore cases are pending ... read..

President Murmu lauds ISRO as India becomes fourth nation to dock satellites in space

New Delhi | January 16, 2025 3:13:02 PM IST

President Droupadi Murmu congratulated ISRO on Thursday for making India the fourth nation to demonstrate space docking capability, as it successfully docked two satellites launched under SpaDeX. In chorus with her were other prominent political figures. ... read..

Delhi Polls: Congress promises Rs 500 gas cylinder, 300 units of electricity if voted to power

New Delhi | January 16, 2025 3:13:01 PM IST

The Congress on Thursday promised to provide a gas cylinder for Rs 500, a free ration kit, and 300 units of electricity for free to every resident if voted to power. This is the fourth such guarantee announced by the party. ... read..

"It's a matter of pride for us": Karnataka Minister Dinesh Gundu Rao as ISRO docks satellites

Bengaluru (Karnataka) | January 16, 2025 3:12:53 PM IST

Karnataka minister Dinesh Gundu Rao has congratulated the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) after it successfully concluded the docking process of two satellites. ... read..

"Double engine govt incapable of providing security": Kejriwal slams BJP over attack on Saif Ali Khan

New Delhi | January 16, 2025 3:12:52 PM IST

The battle for Delhi Assembly Polls has intensified. On Thursday Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) national convenor Arvind Kejriwal launched a blistering attack on the BJP-led Central and Maharashtra government, citing that the party's double engine government is in ... read..

Railways installs 76.2m track bridge in Katni in 2.5 hours; Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw shares video

New Delhi | January 16, 2025 3:12:50 PM IST

Railway Minister Ashwini Vashnaw on Thursday shared a video showcasing glimpses of how a project team successfully installed a 76.2m open web girder in just around 2.5 hours in Katni district of Madhya Pradesh. An open web girder is a structure that is us ... read..

"An insult to Mahatma Gandhi, Constitution": Jairam Ramesh slams Mohan Bhagwat's remark

New Delhi | January 16, 2025 3:12:46 PM IST

Congress MP Jairam Ramesh condemned RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat's remark that India gained "true independence" after the Ram Temple consecration, calling it an insult to Mahatma Gandhi and the Constitution, and demanded an apology from Bhagwat. ... read..

"Accused handed over weapon in court lockup": IG Yadav after firing incident in West Bengal

Siliguri (West Bengal) | January 16, 2025 3:12:37 PM IST

As two policemen sustained injuries after getting shot in West Bengal's North Dinajpur district, Rajesh Kumar Yadav, Inspector General of Police (IG) North Bengal on Thursday said that the weapon was handed over to the accused in the court lockup. ... read..

Delhi Congress President targets Arvind Kejriwal over Delhi Excise Policy case

New Delhi | January 16, 2025 3:12:36 PM IST

Delhi Congress President and Congress candidate from Badli Assembly constituency Devendra Yadav on Thursday targeted the AAP chief Arvind Kejriwal over the now scrapped Delhi Excise Policy. ... read..

Kuldeep Singh Sengar moves Delhi HC for early hearing on his plea seeking extension of medical bail

New Delhi | January 16, 2025 3:12:34 PM IST

Former BJP MLA Kuldeep Singh Sengar has moved to the Delhi High Court seeking an early hearing on his plea for an extension of his medical bail which is scheduled to expire on January 20. It is stated that he has to undergo a cataract surgery fixed for Ja ... read..

MP: CM Mohan Yadav inaugurates Regional Industry Conclave in Shahdol

Bhopal (Madhya Pradesh) | January 16, 2025 3:12:30 PM IST

Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Mohan Yadav on Thursday performed Gau-Seva at CM's residence in Bhopal before leaving to participate in seventh edition of Regional Industry Conclave being held in Shahdol, believing worshipping cow holds special importance b ... read..

"2.5-inch knife removed from Saif Ali Khan's spine, leaking spinal fluid repaired": Doctor at Lilavati Hospital

Mumbai (Maharashtra) | January 16, 2025 2:43:14 PM IST

Bollywood actor Saif Ali Khan sustained a major injury to the thoracic spinal cord due to a lodged knife in the spine and surgery was performed to remove a 2.5-inch-long knife from the actor's spine and repair his 'leaking spinal fluid', said a doctor of ... read..

Congress to hold 'Jai Bapu, Jai Bhim and Jai Samvidhan' rally in Karnataka's Belgaum on Jan 21

New Delhi | January 16, 2025 2:43:12 PM IST

Congress will hold a 'Jai Bapu, Jai Bhim and Jai Samvidhan' rally in Karnataka's Belgaum on 21st January to demand Union Home Minister Amit Shah's resignation over his statement on BR Ambedkar, KC Venugopal, AICC General Secretary (Organisation), said. ... read..

"Not caste census, but socio-economic survey": Karnataka Ministers clarify amidst furore on non tabling of report

Bengaluru (Karnataka) | January 16, 2025 2:43:06 PM IST

Amid chaos over the state government not tabling the caste survey report, Karnataka Minister MB Patil on Thursday said that they have noted that certain sub-castes in the Lingayat community have registered as Hindus owing to the reservation policy. He fur ... read..

J-K: Bhaderwah, adjoining areas in Jammu division receive fresh snowfall today

Doda (Jammu and Kashmir) | January 16, 2025 2:12:43 PM IST

Jammu division's Bhaderwah valley in Doda district received a fresh spell of snowfall on Thursday, as did the adjacent region of Bhalessa which was blanketed in pristine white. Poonch, too, was freshly covered in snow; while further north in Kashmir valle ... read..

"An accused has been identified, was attempted burglary": Mumbai police on attack on Saif Ali Khan

Mumbai (Maharashtra) | January 16, 2025 2:12:41 PM IST

Mumbai Police have identified an accused who used a staircase to enter the building in connection with an attack on Bollywood actor Saif Ali Khan. ... read..

'KPCC post not available in shop': DK Shivakumar amid reports of 'rift' in Karnataka Congress over leadership issues

Bengaluru (Karnataka) | January 16, 2025 2:12:39 PM IST

Amid reports about discontent within the Karnataka unit of Congress regarding leadership issues, the state's Deputy Chief Minister, DK Shivakumar, on Thursday said that his incumbent position in the party, i.e. the chief of Karnataka Congress, is "not ava ... read..

Maha Kumbh: Juna Akhara's devotion through bhajan, kirtan

Prayagraj (Uttar Pradesh) | January 16, 2025 1:42:32 PM IST

At the Maha Kumbh in Prayagraj, seers and priests have gathered to offer devotion to God through bhajans. The event is attended by several spiritual leaders from across the country, each with their unique practices and traditions. ... read..

Electrification work begins on Mumbai-Ahmedabad bullet train corridor

New Delhi | January 16, 2025 1:42:30 PM IST

The electrification work for the Mumbai-Ahmedabad Bullet Train corridor has begun, with the first two steel masts erected on the viaduct at a height of 14m from the ground level in between Surat- Bilimora Bullet Train Stations in Gujarat. ... read..

NDRF DG outlines preparedness for Maha Kumbh with 20 teams, advanced training and safety measures

New Delhi | January 16, 2025 1:42:23 PM IST

Piyush Anand, Director General of the National Disaster Response Force (NDRF) on Thursday highlighted the extensive preparedness efforts in place for the Maha Kumbh mela in Prayagraj. ... read..

'India appears to have become master in docking technology,' says Scientist Nambi Narayanan

Thiruvananthapuram (Kerala) | January 16, 2025 1:42:19 PM IST

Former ISRO Scientist Nambi Narayanan on Thursday expressed happiness over the successful docking of two satellites as part of the Space Docking Experiment (SpaDeX) project. He said that docking will be required for every future space mission and India ap ... read..

"Have resolved to double economy of Madhya Pradesh," says CM Mohan Yadav ahead of 7th Regional Industry Conclave

Bhopal (Madhya Pradesh) | January 16, 2025 1:12:40 PM IST

Ahead of participating in the seventh edition of Regional Industry Conclave, Chief Minister Mohan Yadav has said that under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi his government has resolved to double the economy of the state. ... read..

Delhi police apprehends Bangladeshi transgender from Vikaspuri area

New Delhi | January 16, 2025 1:12:37 PM IST

In a recent operation, the Delhi Police apprehended a transgender individual who lacked proper documentation and revealed during interrogation that he had entered India from Bangladesh approximately 10 years ago. ... read..

SC declines to entertain PIL seeking release of Pakistani prisoners from Indian jails

New Delhi | January 16, 2025 1:12:28 PM IST

The Supreme Court on Thursday refused to entertain a plea seeking direction to the Central government to release the Pakistani prisoners languishing in jails of India who have completed their punishment or are acquitted. ... read..

IMD predicts cloudy sky with light rain at Prayagraj today

New Delhi | January 16, 2025 1:12:24 PM IST

The India Meteorological Department has predicted that the Prayagraj region, where the Maha Kumbh is taking place, is to have a partly cloudy sky with light rain and dense to very dense fog on Thursday, January 16. ... read..

"Law will take its course": Mamata Banerjee hopes for justice after attack on actor Saif Ali Khan

New Delhi | January 16, 2025 1:12:22 PM IST

West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee on Thursday expressed her concern after an intruder attacked actor Saif Ali Khan at his residence which led him to suffer at least 6 injuries. ... read..

People in Delhi fed up with Kejriwal's corruption: Manjinder Sirsa, BJP candidate from Rajouri Garden

New Delhi | January 16, 2025 1:12:20 PM IST

Manjinder Singh Sirsa, the BJP candidate from the Rajouri Garden Assembly Constituency for the upcoming Delhi Assembly election, on Thursday slammed AAP chief Arvind Kejriwal, accusing him of having "turned Delhi into a garbage dump." ... read..

Manish Sisodia files nomination papers for Delhi polls, seeks blessings of Kalka Mai

New Delhi | January 16, 2025 12:43:08 PM IST

Former Deputy Chief Minister of Delhi and Aam Aadmi Party legislator Manish Sisodia filed his nomination papers on Thursday for the Assembly elections in the city-state. For the occasion, he interacted with the electorate and paid obeisance at the temple ... read..

"Rahul Gandhi should express regret for his statement, take it back": MP CM Mohan Yadav criticises Lok Sabha LoP

Bhopal (Madhya Pradesh) | January 16, 2025 12:43:03 PM IST

Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Mohan Yadav on Thursday took a potshot at Leader of Opposition in Lok Sabha Rahul Gandhi over his statement on "fighting the Indian State" and said that the Congress leader should express regret for his remark and take it bac ... read..

"Bhagwat should apologize, he hurt sentiments of people": Digvijay Singh on RSS Chief's remarks on "Independence"

Gwalior (Madhya Pradesh) | January 16, 2025 12:43:00 PM IST

Congress MP Digvijay Singh on Thursday condemned the remarks of RSS Chief Mohan Bhagwat over "Independence" and said that the latter should apologize as he has hurt the sentiments of the people of the nation. ... read..

Yogi Adityanath lauds ISRO team as two satellites dock successfully

Lucknow (Uttar Pradesh) | January 16, 2025 12:42:58 PM IST

Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Thursday extended his greetings to the team at the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) for their success in the docking process of two satellites as part of the Space Docking Experiment (SpaDeX) projec ... read..

ECI urges political parties for responsible and transparent use of AI in campaigning

New Delhi | January 16, 2025 12:42:54 PM IST

The Election Commission of India (ECI) has urged political parties for responsible and transparent use of Artificial intelligence (AI) in campaigning. The ECI asked political parties and candidates to appropriately disclose and label AI generated syntheti ... read..

'Whole world saying, but EC not getting evidence": Kejriwal slams EC on 'cash-for-votes' allegations against BJP's Parvesh Verma

New Delhi | January 16, 2025 12:42:51 PM IST

Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) chief Arvind Kejriwal on Thursday questioned the Election Commission's "inaction" on allegations of 'cash-for-votes' against BJP's Parvesh Verma. He claimed that people are saying money and goods are being distributed. ... read..

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