NEWS

INDIA

BSF, Punjab Frontier captured 107 drones, seized 442 Kg heroin and 3 Pakistan intruders in 2023

Jalandhar (Punjab) | December 31, 2023 11:20:02 PM IST

As 2023 comes to an end Border Security Force, Punjab Frontier responsible for safeguarding the 553 Km long varied, tough and challenging Indo-Pakistan border managed to bring down 107 Drones and seized 442.395 Kgs of Heroin, 23 Weapons, 505 rounds of amm ... read..

Haryana: 35-yr-old woman doctor falls from 11th floor in Panchkula, dies

Panchkula (Haryana) | December 31, 2023 11:19:59 PM IST

A 35-year-old woman who was a doctor by profession allegedly fell from the 11th floor of her apartment in Haryana's Panchkula area, police said on Sunday. ... read..

New Year's Eve celebrations blossom at Kadiam Nurseries in AP's East Godavari district

East Godavari ( Andhra Pradesh) | December 31, 2023 11:19:57 PM IST

In a delightful display of horticultural artistry, Kadiam nursery farmers in the East Godavari district are stealing the spotlight with their impressive New Year's Eve arrangements. Over the past week, dedicated persons have toiled to create stunning comp ... read..

Ministry of Home Affairs declares 'Tehreek-e-Hurriyat (TeH)' as 'Unlawful Association'

New Delhi | December 31, 2023 11:19:55 PM IST

Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Sunday declared Tehreek-e-Hurriyat (TeH) as an 'Unlawful Association' under the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act (UAPA) 1967 for the next five years for "fomenting terrorism and anti-India propaganda" in the UT. ... read..

"KCR should have set up 32 youtube channels instead of medical colleges," says KTR; attributes party's defeat to fake propaganda

Hyderabad (Telangana) | December 31, 2023 11:19:52 PM IST

Former Telangana minister KT Rama Rao said on Sunday that among all the "feedback" and "observations" he has received, the one he finds the "best" is that instead of setting up 32 government medical colleges in the state, former Chief Minister K Chandrash ... read..

Delhi Police arrests kingpin of gangsters involved in ATM break-ins

New Delhi | December 31, 2023 11:19:50 PM IST

The Delhi Police Special Cell has busted an interstate gang of Mewat-based criminals indulging in ATM break-ins in Delhi, National Capital Region and other states by arresting its kingpin. ... read..

AP: Rousing welcome given to Amrit Bharat train in Waltair railway division stations

Visakhapatnam (Andhra Pradesh) | December 31, 2023 11:19:43 PM IST

A grand welcome was given on Sunday to the newly introduced Amrit Bharat train in the Srikakulam Road, Vizianagaram and Visakhapatnam railway stations which come under the Waltair railway division of East Coast Railway zone. ... read..

"When will you listen to the common man?" Adhir Ranjan Chowdhury ask PM Modi

Murshidabad (West Bengal) | December 31, 2023 11:19:36 PM IST

Questioning Prime Minister Narendra Modi about when he will be listening to the common man, Congress MP Adhir Ranjan Chowdhury suggested the Prime Minister that if he wants to win the 2024 Lok Sabha elections, then he should fulfil his promises that he ma ... read..

"No invitation required to visit the house of God": RSS leader Indresh Kumar on Farooq Abdullah's remarks

New Delhi | December 31, 2023 10:21:35 PM IST

On National Conference Chief Farooq Abdullah's statement about Lord Ram, Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) leader Indresh Kumar on Sunday said that Lord Ram belongs to everyone and urged NC leader to convey this message to the leaders of the INDIA bloc, e ... read..

Himachal: Tourists throng Kullu-Manali to celebrate New Year

Kullu (Himachal Pradesh) | December 31, 2023 10:21:25 PM IST

After witnessing an influx of tourists during Christmas, a large number of tourists are thronging Kullu-Manali to ring in the New Year. ... read..

"Rahul Gandhi is not a big leader...": Congress leader Lakshman Singh

Guna (Madhya Pradesh) | December 31, 2023 10:21:23 PM IST

Former Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Digvijaya Singh's brother Lakshman Singh on Sunday said that he does not regard Rahul Gandhi as a prominent leader, emphasizing that greatness is achieved through actions rather than by birth. ... read..

Flower festival organized in Assam's Golaghat ahead of New Year

Golaghat (Assam) | December 31, 2023 10:21:21 PM IST

On the eve of the new year, a flower festival was organized in Khumtai in Assam's Golaghat district. Under the initiative of BJP MLA Mrinal Saikia who represents the Khumtai assembly constituency, the 3-day flower festival was started on December 30 and i ... read..

7 checkposts set up at Tamil Nadu-Kerala border to prevent spread of JN.1 cases

Nilgiris (Tamil Nadu) | December 31, 2023 10:21:20 PM IST

Health departments have formed teams and are actively monitoring the seven checkpoints situated in the Tamil Nadu-Kerala border region to stop the spread of the emergence of coronavirus and sub-variant JN.1. ... read..

Uttarakhand: People perform year's last Aarti at Ganga Ghat in Rishikesh

Rishikesh (Uttarakhand) | December 31, 2023 10:21:16 PM IST

As the new year fervour has set in, people performed the year's last 'Aarti' at Ganga Ghat in Uttarakhand's Rishikesh. ... read..

Health expert warns about risks associated with winter, suggests not to neglect increased heart rate

New Delhi | December 31, 2023 10:21:14 PM IST

As winter sets in, health experts have sounded alarms regarding the increased health risks during the season. ... read..

Maharashtra reports 131 fresh COVID-19 cases; people infected with JN.1 variant remains 10

Mumbai (Maharashtra) | December 31, 2023 10:21:12 PM IST

As many as 131 new cases of COVID-19 were recorded in Maharashtra on Sunday, the health department said. ... read..

UP: Yogi Adityanath, JP Nadda attend 'Vikas Bharat Sankalp Yatra' in Lucknow

Lucknow (Uttar Pradesh) | December 31, 2023 10:21:10 PM IST

Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath and BJP National President JP Nadda attended the 'Vikas Bharat Sankalp Yatra' programme on Sunday, which took place in Lucknow. ... read..

Himachal Pradesh CM Sukhu takes stroll on Mall Road on New Year's Eve

Shimla (Himachal Pradesh) | December 31, 2023 10:21:08 PM IST

On New Year's Eve today, Himachal Pradesh Chief Minister Thakur Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu, accompanied by his cabinet colleagues, took a stroll on the historic Mall Road of Shimla, extending warm greetings to the public and tourists. ... read..

Assam: Tourists flock to Kaziranga National Park Tiger Reserve on New Year's eve

Nagaon (Assam) | December 31, 2023 10:21:06 PM IST

A large number of tourists flocked to visit the Kaziranga National Park and Tiger Reserve in the Kanchanjuri town of Nagaon district on New Year's Eve on Sunday. ... read..

"New India is working on 'Let us do' approach": Rajnath Singh at Tezpur University

Tezpur (Assam) | December 31, 2023 10:21:00 PM IST

Highlighting the pivotal role of youth in shaping the vision of New India, Defence Minister Rajnath Singh said that the key difference between the old Bharat and the new Bharat lies in the evolution of thought and the approach. ... read..

Purabi Dairy gets awarded by Amit Shah at NCDFI e-Market Awards 2023

Guwahati (Assam) | December 31, 2023 10:20:59 PM IST

In a remarkable achievement, West Assam Milk Producers' Co-operative Union Ltd. (WAMUL), the driving force behind Purabi Dairy, was awarded by Union Home Minister and Minister of Cooperation, Amit Shah, for its outstanding performance in the National Coop ... read..

"Ram Janmabhoomi not a political issue to get votes...": Rajnath Singh

Tezpur (Assam) | December 31, 2023 10:20:57 PM IST

With a couple of weeks left to inaugurate Ram Temple, Defence Minister Rajnath Singh said that Ram Janmabhoomi is not merely a political issue but a cultural issue for them. ... read..

"Recent pact signed with ULFA will bring all-round development": Assam Agriculture Minister

Guwahati (Assam) | December 31, 2023 10:20:53 PM IST

Assam Gana Parishad (AGP) president and Assam Agriculture Minister Atul Bora on Sunday said that the recent agreement signed between the Government of India, Assam and representatives of United Liberation Front of Assam (ULFA) will boost the all-round dev ... read..

Tamil Nadu: Tourists throng Velankanni Church ahead of New Year

Nagapattinam (Tamil Nadu) | December 31, 2023 10:20:49 PM IST

Tourists on Sunday thronged Velankanni Church and the adjacent beach here with their families ahead of the New Year. ... read..

Ramotsav 2024: Yogi govt transforming 'Afeem Kothi' to 'Saket Sadan' in Ayodhya

Ayodhya (Uttar Pradesh) | December 31, 2023 10:20:41 PM IST

Under the leadership of Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath, the splendour of 'Ramnagari' is being restored. Temples and mathas are undergoing renovation, and ponds from the Ramayana period are being adorned. ... read..

Assam police mourns demise of former Director General Police DN Dutt

Guwahati (Assam) | December 31, 2023 10:20:36 PM IST

Assam Director General of Police GP Singh and the entire Assam Police deeply mourned the demise of former DGP of Assam Deepak Narayan Dutt in Hyderabad on Sunday. ... read..

India will develop only if we discharge our duties honestly: Uttar Pradesh CM Yogi Adityanath

Lucknow (Uttar Pradesh) | December 31, 2023 10:20:32 PM IST

Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Sunday emphasized that the development of India hinges on the honest fulfillment of one's duties. ... read..

Two South Africans arrested in Maharashtra's Palghar for peddling drugs worth Rs 1.47 crore

Palghar (Maharashtra) | December 31, 2023 10:20:30 PM IST

Maharashtra Police's Anti-Narcotics Cell has arrested two foreign nationals from Nalasopara in possession of mephedrone (MD) and cocaine. The value of the recovered drugs is Rs 1 crore 47 lakh, said the officials. ... read..

J-K: Police arrests one in financial fraud case; search ongoing for other accused

Srinagar (Jammu and Kashmir) | December 31, 2023 10:20:26 PM IST

One accused person has been arrested and a search is underway for five others being involved in a financial scam and for allegedly scamming and cheating individuals of Jammu and Kashmir, police said on Sunday. ... read..

In 108 editions of 'Mann Ki Baat', PM Modi has continuously talked about uniting country and countrymen: CM Dhami

Dehradun (Uttarakhand) | December 31, 2023 8:21:40 PM IST

On Prime Minister Narendra Modi's 'Mann Ki Baat' program, Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami on Sunday said that in the 108 editions of the radio program, PM Modi has continuously talked about uniting the country and the countrymen. ... read..

Vice Admiral V Srinivas takes over as Flag Officer Commanding-in-Chief, Southern Naval Command

Kochi (Kerala) | December 31, 2023 8:21:38 PM IST

Vice Admiral V Srinivas, AVSM, NM took over as the 30th Flag Officer Commanding-in-Chief (FOCINC), Southern Naval Command at an impressive ceremonial parade held at Naval Base, Kochi on Sunday. ... read..

Uttarakhand govt increases pending dearness allowance of employees of public undertakings, corporations

Dehradun (Uttarakhand) | December 31, 2023 8:21:36 PM IST

The Uttarakhand government has increased the pending dearness allowance of the employees working in the administrative departments of public undertakings and corporations, said an official release on Sunday. ... read..

CM Yogi, BJP President Nadda meet children at Leprosy ashram in Lucknow

Lucknow (Uttar Pradesh) | December 31, 2023 8:21:32 PM IST

Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) President JP Nadda and Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath visited the Leprosy ashram in Lucknow on Sunday. ... read..

LS Speaker Om Birla greets people on New Year's Eve

New Delhi | December 31, 2023 8:21:30 PM IST

On the eve of New Year's Eve, Lok Sabha speaker Om Birla on Sunday extended greetings to the people of the country. ... read..

"Will follow whatever PM Modi said...": Tripura CM Manik Saha

Agartala (Tripura) | December 31, 2023 8:21:27 PM IST

Tripura Chief Minister Dr Manik Saha on Sunday said that Prime Minister Narendra Modi's 108th episode of his monthly radio programme 'Mann Ki Baat' holds importance in various aspects and whatever PM Modi explained in this episode will be followed. ... read..

"After being CM for 17 years, there is...": Former Madhya Pradesh CM Shivraj Singh Chouhan

Bhopal (Madhya Pradesh) | December 31, 2023 8:21:19 PM IST

Underscoring the development as well as the public welfare work done by his government in Madhya Pradesh, former Chief Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan said that he feels contended and satisfied that after being the CM for 17 consecutive years, there is an ... read..

Govt to provide quality horticulture at affordable rates from January 1: Himachal CM

Shimla (Himachal Pradesh) | December 31, 2023 8:21:17 PM IST

Chief Minister Thakur Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu said that the state government will offer quality horticulture equipment, fertilizers and pesticides at affordable rates through the Himachal Pradesh Horticulture Produce Marketing and Processing Corporation (H ... read..

Gold worth Rs 2.55 Crore seized at Lucknow airport, two arrested

Lucknow (Uttar Pradesh) | December 31, 2023 8:21:11 PM IST

Customs officials at Lucknow's Chaudhary Charan Singh International Airport (CCSI) recovered around four kilogrammes of gold worth Rs 2.55 Crore from two passengers who landed at the airport on Sunday morning. ... read..

Accommodation, transit facility centre being built in Ayodhya for soldiers and ex-servicemen: Retiring GOC Central India

Jabalpur (Madhya Pradesh) | December 31, 2023 8:21:09 PM IST

The Government of Uttar Pradesh is building a tourism facilitation centre in Ayodhya that will include accommodation and transit facilities for soldiers and ex-servicemen, which is scheduled to be completed by the end of January. ... read..

IAF to extend life of Russian Su-30MKI fighter jet fleet by more than 20 years

By Ajit Dubey New Delhi | December 31, 2023 8:21:03 PM IST

Having started the induction of Sukhoi-30 MKI fighter jets about two decades ago, the Indian Air Force is now planning to extend the service life of its Russian-origin combat aircraft by more than 20 years. ... read..

J-K: Police tightens security, conducts security checks in Udhampur ahead of New Year celebrations

Udhampur (Jammu and Kashmir) | December 31, 2023 8:21:01 PM IST

The Jammu and Kashmir Police have tightened security in the Udhampur district ahead of the New Year celebrations. ... read..

BJP President Nadda, UP CM Yogi distribute chocolates to children and blankets to needy in Lucknow

Lucknow (Uttar Pradesh) | December 31, 2023 8:20:59 PM IST

On the last day of the year, the National President of the Bharatiya Janata Party, J.P. Nadda, and Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath participated in the welfare activities on Sunday. ... read..

Himachal Governor, CM extend New Year wishes to people

Shimla (Himachal Pradesh) | December 31, 2023 8:20:57 PM IST

Himachal Pradesh Governor Shiv Pratap Shukla and state Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu felicitated the people of the state on Sunday, on the eve of the New Year 2024. ... read..

Punjab Police busts drug and arms syndicate, arrest two US-based smugglers

Amritsar (Punjab) | December 31, 2023 8:20:55 PM IST

Punjab Police busted a mega drug and arms syndicate and arrested two key US-based drug smugglers, said an official on Sunday. ... read..

Year Ender 2023: INDIA bloc struggles to resolve issues; BJP executing strategies for 2024 Lok Sabha polls

New India | December 31, 2023 8:20:49 PM IST

India's political landscape is undergoing a significant transition as the 2024 Lok Sabha elections draw near. INDIA (Indian National Developmental Inclusive Alliance) consortium is gearing up to challenge the established National Democratic Alliance. The ... read..

Year Ender 2023: BJP tightens grip in Hindi Heartland, stage set for Lok Sabha polls

New Delhi | December 31, 2023 8:20:43 PM IST

The year 2023 turned out to be a successful year for BJP as it registered comprehensive victories in the Hindi heartland and set the stage for the 2024 Lok Sabha elections. The party which was unable to repeat its government in Karnataka, was able to wres ... read..

Delhi Fire Services on its toes to respond to any incident during New Year celebrations

New Delhi | December 31, 2023 8:20:41 PM IST

As the national capital is all set to celebrate New Year 2024, personnel of Delhi Fire Services are on their guard to respond to any emergency or fire incident. Fire engines will be deployed to 13 prominent spots where people throng to celebrate New Year ... read..

Siddaramaiah can go to any extent for his son: Pratap Simha after brother's arrest

Mysuru (Karnataka) | December 31, 2023 6:21:35 PM IST

Bharatiya Janata Party MP Pratap Simha took a jibe at Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah on Sunday for 'targeting his family to save his own son' after his brother Vikram Simha was arrested by forest department officials from Bengaluru over the allegation of cutti ... read..

Telangana Police arrests 2 for selling ganja in Hyderabad, seize 2.6 Kg of contraband

Hyderabad (Telangana) | December 31, 2023 6:21:29 PM IST

Telangana Police have apprehended two drug peddlers with the possession of ganja weighing about 2.6 Kg, said the police. ... read..

Leaders of various parties pay floral tributes to DMDK founder Vijayakanth in TN's Kanchipuram

Kanchipuram (Tamil Nadu) | December 31, 2023 6:21:25 PM IST

Leaders from various parties, including the DMK, AIADMK, BJP, and VCK paid their floral tributes to the late actor and DMDK president Vijayakanth at his special flowered portrait in Kanchipuram district on Sunday. ... read..

CBSE announces psychological counselling for exam preparation from Jan 1

New Delhi | December 31, 2023 6:21:23 PM IST

The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) on Sunday announced the provision of psychological counselling facilities starting January 1, 2024 for students and parents. This initiative is strategically aligned with the already announced exam schedule ... read..

"Now, we have to move from 'Ladli Behna' to 'Lakhpati Behna': Shivraj Singh Chouhan

Bhopal (Madhya Pradesh) | December 31, 2023 6:21:21 PM IST

Former Chief Minister of Madhya Pradesh, Shivraj Singh Chouhan has said that schemes like 'Ladli Behna' have changed the lives of sisters and he will continue to actively cooperate in connecting the sisters, making them aware of the benefits of the scheme ... read..

"India will become world's number one economy by 2040": Dharmendra Pradhan

Sambalpur (Odisha) | December 31, 2023 6:21:19 PM IST

Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan asserted on Sunday that the country will become the world's number one economy by 2040. ... read..

"PMO, govt should shift base to Ayodhya": Raut takes swipe at BJP ahead of Ram Temple opening

Pune (Maharashtra) | December 31, 2023 5:21:37 PM IST

Shiv Sena (UBT faction) leader Sanjay Raut on Sunday lashed out at the BJP amid the hoopla around the Ram Temple opening in Ayodhya next month, saying that it will seek votes in the name of Lord Ram ahead of the Lok Sabha elections next year. ... read..

"Fair is economical": BJP MP Aparajita Sarangi while welcoming Amrit Bharat Express

Bhubaneswar (Odisha) | December 31, 2023 5:21:35 PM IST

BJP MP Aparajita Sarangi, BJD MP Mujibulla Khan, and MP Sulata Deo welcomed Amrit Bharat Express at Bhubaneswar railway station on Sunday morning. ... read..

"Do they hold a copyright on Lord Ram?": Cong's Udit Raj rips into BJP over Jan 22 invite to Oppn leaders

New Delhi | December 31, 2023 5:21:27 PM IST

Hitting out at the BJP ahead of the consecration of the Ram Temple in Ayodhya on January 22, Congress leader Udit Raj on Sunday said it didn't hold a copyright on the Lord. ... read..

Amid political turmoil, Bihar assembly speaker reaches Lalu Yadav's residence

Patna (Bihar) | December 31, 2023 5:21:21 PM IST

Amid the political turmoil in Bihar post the resignation of Rajiv Ranjan Singh as JD (U) chief, state assembly Speaker Awadh Bihari Choudhary reached Rashtriya Janta Dal (RJD) chief Lalu Yadav's residence on Sunday. ... read..

Odisha CM Naveen Patnaik to lay foundation stone of Bhubaneswar Metro project on Jan 1

Bhubaneswar (Odisha) | December 31, 2023 5:21:15 PM IST

Odisha Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik will lay the foundation stone for the much-awaited Bhubaneswar Metro project on January 1, 2024. ... read..

PM Modi's temple invite from Abu Dhabi more important than Rahul's 'Nyay Yatra': Giriraj Singh

Begusarai (Bihar) | December 31, 2023 4:21:00 PM IST

Weighing in on Congress leader Rahul Gandhi's upcoming 'Nyay Yatra' from January 14, Union Minister Giriraj Singh on Sunday said it doesn't hold much significance for his party or the people, adding that the invite to Prime Minister Narendra Modi for open ... read..

J-K: Police attaches residential house, vehicle under UAPA

Baramulla (Jammu and Kashmir) | December 31, 2023 4:20:55 PM IST

The Jammu and Kashmir Police attached a residential house and a vehicle under sections of the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act (UAPA) in Baramulla. ... read..

10 new COVID cases today, no instances of JN.1 Variant detected: Delhi Health Minister

New Delhi | December 31, 2023 4:20:53 PM IST

Delhi Health Minister Saurabh Bhardwaj said that the capital recorded 10 new COVID cases in the last 24 hours with no instances of the new variant detected so far. ... read..

Will receive draft this new year and plan our next action: CM Pushkar Dhami on UCC implementation

Dehradun (Uttarakhand) | December 31, 2023 4:20:51 PM IST

Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami said on Sunday that his government will receive the draft of the Uniform Civil Code in the new year, following which they will plan their next course of action. ... read..

Yogi, Nadda attends women's marathon at Lucknow

Lucknow (Uttar Pradesh) | December 31, 2023 4:20:49 PM IST

Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath and BJP national president JP Nadda attended a women's marathon race at Lucknow's Dubagga Square on Sunday. ... read..

Navy chief directs 'all possible actions' to enhance security in Arabian Sea region

New Delhi | December 31, 2023 4:20:45 PM IST

Indian Navy chief Admiral R Hari Kumar has issued directions to take all possible actions to enhance security in the Arabian Sea region, officials said on Sunday. ... read..

Uniform Civil Code of Conduct in Devbhoomi soon: CM Pushkar Singh Dhami

Mathura (Uttar Pradesh) | December 31, 2023 4:20:41 PM IST

Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami on Sunday said the Uniform Civil Code (UCC) will soon be implemented in the state, adding that it will be presented in the Assembly soon. ... read..

R-Day Parade 2024: Punjab, Bengal tableaus did not align with 'broader theme', say MoD sources

New Delhi | December 31, 2023 4:20:39 PM IST

Amid allegation by Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann about discrimination over the selection of tableaux for the Republic Day Parade 2024, Ministry of Defence sources on Sunday said that the Punjab tableau did not align to the "broader themes" of this y ... read..

PM Modi to inaugurate Mumbai Trans Harbour Link on Jan 12: CM Shinde

Mumbai (Maharashtra) | December 31, 2023 4:20:35 PM IST

Maharashtra Chief Minister Eknath Shinde on Sunday informed that Prime Minister Narendra Modi will inaugurate the Mumbai Trans Harbour Link on January 12. ... read..

Goa Governor extends heartiest greetings on New Year

Panaji (Goa) | December 31, 2023 4:20:34 PM IST

Goa Governor PS Sreedharan Pillai extended his heartiest greetings and best wishes to the people of Goa on the occasion of New Year. ... read..

"He is our bhaijaan": PM Modi's minority outreach draws praise from Muslim women

New Delhi | December 31, 2023 4:20:30 PM IST

The 108th episode of Prime Minister Narendra Modi's monthly radio address, 'Mann Ki Baat, drew a cross-section of audience on Sunday, with women from the Muslim community turning out in numbers for a special broadcast at Mahila Park near the iconic Jama M ... read..

"Give 50 lakh, jobs to kin of people killed in police investigation": PDP chief Mehbooba Mufti

Poonch (Jammu and Kashmir) | December 31, 2023 3:21:31 PM IST

Mehbooba Mufti, the chief of the People's Democratic Party (PDP) has requested Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha and Defence Minister Rajnath Singh to give compensation of 50 Lakh rupees to the people allegedly killed in the police investigation following a ... read..

People finding different channels to express joy around Ram Temple opening on Jan 22: PM Modi

New Delhi | December 31, 2023 3:21:28 PM IST

Prime Minister Narendra Modi, on Sunday, voiced his appreciation to the people over the euphoric response and feverish anticipation around the opening of the grand Ram Temple in Ayodhya next year, urging fellow citizens to collate all songs, poems and art ... read..

Tamil Nadu: 3 killed after truck rams van in Thoothukudi

Thoothukudi (Tamil Nadu) | December 31, 2023 3:21:26 PM IST

Three people were killed after a tipper truck collided with a van near Keela Vallanadu in Tamil Nadu's Thoothukudi district, police officials said on Sunday. ... read..

ISRO scientists pay obeisance at Tirupati Temple ahead of PSLV-C58 XPoSat Mission

Tirupati (Andhra Pradesh) | December 31, 2023 3:21:16 PM IST

Scientists from the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) -- Amit Kumar Patra, Victor Joseph, Yashoda, and Srinivas -- visited Tirumala Sri Venkateswara temple on Sunday morning, just ahead of the launch of the PSLV-C58/XPOSAT mission. ... read..

"Ram Mandir not political; people welcomed PM Modi with great enthusiasm": CM Eknath Shinde

Mumbai (Maharashtra) | December 31, 2023 3:21:14 PM IST

Maharashtra Chief Minister Eknath Shinde has said that the Ram Mandir is not a political issue and that's why the people of Ayodhya welcomed Prime Minister Modi yesterday with great enthusiasm. ... read..

After attacks on merchant vessels, Indian Navy warships deployed to undertake security ops

New Delhi | December 31, 2023 3:21:05 PM IST

After recent attacks on merchant vessels off the Indian coast, the Navy has deployed task groups comprising 'destroyers' and 'frigates' to have a complete maritime domain awareness in the region, officials said on Sunday. ... read..

BJP's lies are the strongest: Congress chief Mallikarjun Kharge

New Delhi | December 31, 2023 3:20:58 PM IST

Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge on Sunday took a swipe at the Bharatiya Janata Party saying that the ruling party's lies are the strongest. ... read..

MHA declares Tehreek-e-Hurriyat an unlawful association' under UA(P)A for five years

New Delhi | December 31, 2023 3:20:56 PM IST

The Ministry of Home Affairs declared the 'Tehreek-e-Hurriyat (TeH) as an 'unlawful association' on Sunday under the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act for the next five years. ... read..

'Mann Ki Baat': PM Modi says NEP helping remove language handicaps, bats for learning sans obstacles

New Delhi | December 31, 2023 2:21:19 PM IST

Recalling a practice from earlier years when children would commonly drop out of schools or quit studying altogether because of language handicaps, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday the new National Education Policy was helping eradicate such obstacl ... read..

Bihar: Break failure leads to accident of truck carrying train coach in Bhagalpur

Bhagalpur (Bihar) | December 31, 2023 2:21:17 PM IST

A truck carrying a train coach met with an accident on Ulta pul in Bihar's Bhagalpur on Sunday. ... read..

"Only Prime Minister who talks to people every month": BJP's Kishan Reddy asserts PM Modi's Mann Ki Baat transcends politics

Hyderabad (Telangana) | December 31, 2023 2:21:11 PM IST

As Prime Minister Narendra Modi addressed the 108th episode of his monthly radio programme, Mann Ki Baat, on Sunday, Telangana BJP president G Kishan Reddy lauded the PM's efforts and said that he is the only Prime Minister in the world who talks to peopl ... read..

Lt Gen Sanjiv Rai superannuated as Chetak Corps Commander

Chandigarh (Punjab) | December 31, 2023 2:21:07 PM IST

The 33rd General Officer Commanding, completed his tenure of more than a year and relinquished command of the prestigious Chetak Corps at Bathinda Military Station on Sunday. ... read..

"Strict action will be taken against culprits," CM Shinde on Mumbai threat call

Mumbai (Maharashtra) | December 31, 2023 2:21:03 PM IST

After an anonymous caller warned Mumbai Police of serial blasts in the city, Maharashtra Chief Minister Eknath Shinde on Sunday assured that strict action will be taken against the culprits. ... read..

"Won't recognized political parties even ask for answers...": Digvijay raises fresh concerns over functioning of EVMs

New Delhi | December 31, 2023 1:21:00 PM IST

Not known to pull his punches against the Centre, senior Congress leader and former Madhya Pradesh chief minister, Digvijay Singh, on Sunday raised fresh concerns over the 'misuse' of Electronic Voting Machines. ... read..

Vice Admiral MA Hampiholi relinquishes charge as Flag Officer Commanding-in-Chief of Southern Naval Command

Ernakulam (Kerala) | December 31, 2023 1:20:58 PM IST

A ceremonial parade followed by a 'Pulling Out Ceremony' was held on Sunday at Naval Base, Kochi for the superannuation of Vice Admiral MA Hampiholi. ... read..

Tripura: CM Manik Saha presides over preparatory meeting of 42nd Agartala Book Fair

Agartala (Tripura) | December 31, 2023 1:20:54 PM IST

Tripura Chief Minister Manik Saha participated in the preparatory meeting organised ahead of the upcoming '42nd Agartala Book Fair, 2024' at Rabindra Centenary Bhavan on Saturday. ... read..

"PM Modi is a symbol of Sanatan Dharma," says All India Hindu Mahasabha chief

New Delhi | December 31, 2023 1:20:50 PM IST

All India Hindu Mahasabha president Swami Chakrapani on Sunday said that Prime Minister Narendra Modi is a symbol of Sanatan Dharma adding that during the previous Congress-led UPA regime, a state level minister used to feel shy in going to Lord Ram Lalla ... read..

"I urge youths to explore AI tools," says PM Modi in his last 'Mann Ki Baat' of 2023

New Delhi | December 31, 2023 1:20:48 PM IST

Prime Minister Narendra Modi, addressing the nation in the year's last 'Mann Ki Baat' episode before the country heads into the high-octane election year, pointed out how innovative technology, such as artificial intelligence (AI), has brought about conve ... read..

Delhi: Four held in road rage incident on Mehrauli-Gurugram Road

New Delhi | December 31, 2023 12:21:00 PM IST

Four persons were arrested in connection with a road rage incident on Mehruali-Gurugram road, Delhi Police said on Saturday. ... read..

Dense fog grips Delhi; 23 trains running late

New Delhi | December 31, 2023 12:20:50 PM IST

As many as 23 trains are running late in Delhi due to dense fog resulting in low visibility in the region, Railway officials said on Sunday. ... read..

Last morning aartis held at temples across country, devotees pray for peaceful 2024

Ujjain (Madhya Pradesh) | December 31, 2023 12:20:46 PM IST

The last Bhasma Aarti of the year 2023 was performed at the Mahakaleshwar Temple in Ujjain on Sunday morning. ... read..

Tourists throng Puducherry ahead of New Year celebrations, security tightened

Puducherry | December 31, 2023 12:20:44 PM IST

As a festive fervour gripped Puducherry ahead of the New Year celebrations, security was heightened across the Union Territory. ... read..

Maharashtra CM launches 'Maha Swachhata Abhiyan' at Gateway of India

Mumbai (Maharashtra) | December 31, 2023 12:20:42 PM IST

Maharashtra Chief Minister Eknath Shinde on Sunday launched 'Maha Swachhata Abhiyan' at the iconic Gateway of India in Mumbai. ... read..

Sanjay Raut rules out any internal differences within MVA, says seat-sharing discussions underway

Pune (Maharashtra) | December 31, 2023 12:20:41 PM IST

Amid a tug-of-war between Congress and the Shiv Sena (UBT) over seat sharing in Maharashtra ahead of the Lok Sabha elections in 2024, Shiva Sena (UBT) MP Sanjay Raut expressed confidence in the Maha Vikas Aghadi (MVA) alliance, saying that the discussion ... read..

Top BJP leaders tune in to last Mann ki Baat of 2023

New Delhi | December 31, 2023 12:20:37 PM IST

Top Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leaders across the country tuned in at 11 am on Sunday to listen to Prime Minister Narendra Modi's last 'Mann ki Baat' episode this year. ... read..

2023 an important year in development journey of Uttarakhand: CM Dhami

Dehradun (Uttarakhand) | December 31, 2023 11:21:28 AM IST

Ahead of the New Year celebrations, Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami on Sunday said 2023 marked an important year in the development journey of Uttarakhand. ... read..

Anonymous caller warns Mumbai Police of serial blasts in city, probe underway

Mumbai (Maharashtra) | December 31, 2023 11:21:24 AM IST

An anonymous caller on Saturday evening warned Mumbai Police of serial blasts in the city, officials informed on Sunday. ... read..

Congress leader D Sudhakar accuses BJP of exploiting 'Pulwama and Lord Ram' for electoral gains

Chitradurga (Karnataka) | December 31, 2023 11:21:16 AM IST

Congress leader and Karnataka Planning and Statistics Minister, Dasharathaiah Sudhakar, criticized the central government, alleging that in the previous Lok Sabha elections, it exploited the Pulwama incident for political gain and is now employing a simil ... read..

Delhi air quality dips to 'severe' as cold wave grips city

New Delhi | December 31, 2023 11:21:08 AM IST

As the cold wave tightened its grip on northern India, the air quality dipped to the 'severe' category on the last day of the year, according to the Central Pollution Control Board data on Sunday. ... read..

Punjab: BSF recovers broken quadcopter drone with contraband in Tarn Taran

Tarn Taran (Punjab) | December 31, 2023 10:20:43 AM IST

Border Security Force (BSF) personnel, in a joint operation with Punjab Police, recovered a drone laden with a contraband item in the Tarn Taran district, officials said on Saturday. ... read..

More Stories: [Previous][220 | 221 | 222 | 223 | 224 | 225 | 226 | 227 | 228 | 229][Next]