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"North India in grip of air pollution and BJP party only raising questions": AAP's Gopal Rai

New Delhi | November 6, 2023 8:16:43 PM IST

As the air quality in the national capital declined further on Monday, the political war of words peaked as Environment Minister Gopal Rai hit back at the BJP for questioning the return of the 'Odd-Even' rule amid mounting pollution concerns. ... read..

Corruption, welfarism key issues in Chhattisgarh as Congress and BJP seek to woo farmers, women, youth

Raipur (Chhattisgarh) | November 6, 2023 8:16:37 PM IST

Congress and BJP are engaged in a fierce fight in Chhattisgarh, with both parties seeking to outdo each other in terms of poll promises as the state faces the first phase of assembly polls on Tuesday for 20 seats in Naxal-affected Bastar region and a few ... read..

Mizoram assembly polls: A look at some key candidates

New Delhi | November 6, 2023 8:16:35 PM IST

As Mizoram gets battle-ready for its assembly polls on Tuesday, all eyes are on the performance of some key candidates who have thrown their weight so that their party wins the northeastern state. ... read..

"They believe in Loottantra": Akhilesh takes dig at BJP in poll-bound Madhya Pradesh, talks up PDA as poll strategy for INDIA

Damoh (Madhya Pradesh) | November 6, 2023 8:16:33 PM IST

Amid souring ties with the Congress over the breakdown in seat-sharing talks for Madhya Pradesh, Samajwadi Party (SP) chief Akhilesh Yadav on Monday said the ongoing bicycle rally, titled the 'Samajwadi PDA Yatra', will add for strength to the Opposition ... read..

Over 16 lakh Digital Life Certificates generated in 1st week of campaign 2.0

New Delhi | November 6, 2023 8:16:25 PM IST

More than 16 lakh Digital Life Certificates (DLCs) or Jeevan Pramaan have been generated by the end of the first week of launch of Campaign 2.0 -- an initiative of Ministry of Personnel to enhance 'ease of living' of Central Government pensioners across t ... read..

"Parties ruling states with casteist mindsets trying to end quota in govt jobs": BSP chief Mayawati

Ashoknagar (Madhya Pradesh) | November 6, 2023 7:22:00 PM IST

Amid the ongoing political discourse around caste census, Bahujan Samajwadi Party chief Mayawati on Monday said some parties running governments with a "hateful mindset" towards some castes, are trying to make constitutionally sanctioned reservations in g ... read..

"Peple have seen no improvement in their lives under BJP's rule in Madhya Pradesh.": Priyanka Gandhi

Dhar (Madhya Pradesh) | November 6, 2023 7:21:49 PM IST

Congress General Secretary Priyanka Gandhi Vadra on Monday attacked the Shivraj Singh Chouhan-led BJP government in Madhya Pradesh, saying that during its tenure there has been no improvement in the life of an ordinary person in the state. ... read..

Draft national policy for distribution of sanitary napkins is ready: Centre tells SC

New Delhi | November 6, 2023 7:21:41 PM IST

The Centre on Monday informed the Supreme Court that a draft national policy for the distribution of sanitary napkins for school girls has been formulated and the policy is being circulated to get opinions from stakeholders. ... read..

Punjab Cabinet gives nod to Religious Tours scheme announces festival sop for traders

Chandigarh (Punjab) | November 6, 2023 7:21:39 PM IST

Punjab cabinet led by Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann on Monday approved the One Time Settlement scheme that will set the pre-GST arrears of the traders. ... read..

People flocking to doctors as Delhi AQI continues to be in 'severe' category

New Delhi | November 6, 2023 7:21:37 PM IST

The Air Quality Index (AQI) in Delhi NCR has reached the "severe" category, posing a serious threat to the health of people. ... read..

Delhi HC refuses to entertain plea challenging prohibition of e-cigarettes on flights

New Delhi | November 6, 2023 7:21:24 PM IST

The Delhi High Court on Monday refused to entertain a plea challenging prohibition on carrying e-cigarettes on flights. This petition was filed by a public health professional. ... read..

Mizoram polls tomorrow: State gears up for triangular fight between MNF, ZPM, Congress

New Delhi | November 6, 2023 6:16:52 PM IST

The North-eastern state of Mizoram is going to polls on Tuesday the counting of which is scheduled on December 3. A total of 174 candidates are in the fray. ... read..

Earthquake of 5.6 magnitude hits Nepal, tremors felt in Delhi

New Delhi | November 6, 2023 6:16:38 PM IST

Earthquake tremors were felt in Delhi and neighbouring areas on Monday afternoon as an earthquake of 5.6 magnitude hit Nepal. ... read..

Tough challenge for Mizo National Front as Mizoram elections to get underway on Tuesday

Aizawl (Mizoram) | November 6, 2023 6:16:36 PM IST

With just hours to go until the people of Mizoram exercise their right to vote in the Assembly elections in the state, here is a look at the key Constituencies and the prominent leaders in the state. ... read..

"Central Government harassing our leaders" says Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge

Jodhpur (Rajasthan) | November 6, 2023 6:16:29 PM IST

Congress national president Mallikarjun Kharge heaped praise on Rajasthan Chief Minister Ashok Gehlot and alleged that the BJP was misusing government agencies like the Directorate of Enforcement (ED) and Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI). ... read..

CRPF deploys UAVs and additional troops for newly introduced polling stations in Naxal hit areas

New Delhi | November 6, 2023 6:16:17 PM IST

The Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) has deployed additional troops, drones, road opening parties, and withdrawal teams to successfully conduct voting in newly created polling stations in hypersensitive areas in Chhattisgarh. ... read..

Amit Shah to address national symposium on promotion of organic produce on November 8

New Delhi, | November 6, 2023 6:16:13 PM IST

Union Home Minister and Minister of Cooperation Amit Shah will address a national symposium on the promotion of organic produce in Delhi on November 8. ... read..

Uttar Pradesh: Taj Mahal in Agra disappears under blanket of smog with surge in air pollution levels

Agra (Uttar Pradesh) | November 6, 2023 5:16:49 PM IST

With a surge in air pollution levels this time of the year, the Taj Mahal, one of the seven wonders and the pinnacle of Mughal architecture disappeared under a blanket of smog on Monday morning. The structure was engulfed in a layer of haze and was barely ... read..

Cash for query row: Lok Sabha panel to meet on Nov 9, adopt draft report on 'unethical conduct' of Mahua Moitra

New Delhi | November 6, 2023 5:16:45 PM IST

The Ethics Committee of the Lok Sabha, which is investigating the cash-for-query allegations against Trinamool Congress MP Mahua Moitra by BJP MP Nishikant Dubey, will now meet on November 9 for the "consideration and adoption" of its draft report. ... read..

SC adjourns hearing of pleas of NewsClick founder, HR head against arrest

New Delhi | November 6, 2023 5:16:43 PM IST

The Supreme Court on Monday adjourned until after the Diwali break pleas filed by Newsclick founder and Editor-in-Chief Prabir Purkayastha and website's human resources head Amit Chakraborty challenging their arrest under Unlawful Activities (Prevention) ... read..

Chhattisgarh polls: Polling for first phase to take place on Tuesday

New Delhi | November 6, 2023 5:16:20 PM IST

The 2023 Assembly elections kick-off on Tuesday with the first phase of polling in Chhattisgarh. The state is voting in two phases with the second phase to be held on November 17. ... read..

Delhi HC directs board to explain pros, cons of medical termination of pregnancy to rape victim in mother tongue

New Delhi | November 6, 2023 5:16:18 PM IST

The Delhi High Court has directed the Medical Board to explain the pros and cons of the medical termination of pregnancy to the rape victim and her guardian in their mother tongue, be it Hindi or English. ... read..

Amid worsening air in Delhi, L-G Saxena inspects streets to take stock of pollution mitigation measures

New Delhi | November 6, 2023 5:16:12 PM IST

As the air quality in the national capital worsened further, Delhi Lieutenant Governor (LG), Vinai Kumar Saxena on Monday paid an inspection visit to the streets, taking stock of the pollution mitigating measures being undertaken by the various department ... read..

"The Public will answer them" says Kamal Nath as Jyotiraditya Scindia predicts Congress' downfall

Chhindwara (Madhya Pradesh) | November 6, 2023 4:17:12 PM IST

Former Chief Minister of Madhya Pradesh Kamal Nath has hit back at Union Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia's saying Congress will be destroyed on November 17 saying public gave them answer during the mayoral elections held 15-months back. ... read..

"Stubble burning declining in Punjab": State Minister Harpal Cheema

Chandigarh | November 6, 2023 4:17:03 PM IST

Punjab Minister Harpal Singh Cheema on Monday blamed BJP-ruled states of Haryana and Uttar Pradesh for not reporting most stubble-burning incidents, saying such incidents were declining in Punjab. ... read..

Tejashwi Yadav rubbishes Home Minister Amit Shah's allegation on Caste census manipulation

Patna (Bihar) | November 6, 2023 4:16:57 PM IST

After Union Home Minister Amit Shah alleged that the population of Yadavs and Muslims has been increased in the state caste census survey thereby minimizing the rights of the Extremely Backward Classes, Bihar Deputy CM and RJD leader Tejashwi Yadav questi ... read..

Bhupesh Baghel to complain to EC on betting app link allegations

Raipur (Chhattisgarh) | November 6, 2023 4:16:52 PM IST

Chhattisgarh Chief Minister Bhupesh Baghel questioned why the Election Commission has not taken cognizance of the allegations against him in the Mahadev app case since elections are ongoing in the state. ... read..

Assam Accord: SC to hear pleas challenging Section 6A of Citizenship Act on December 5

New Delhi | November 6, 2023 4:16:46 PM IST

The Supreme Court on Monday said it will hear from December 5, pleas challenging the constitutional validity of Section 6A of the Citizenship Act inserted by way of an amendment in 1985 in furtherance of the Assam Accord. ... read..

Congress wants EC to take cognizance of Union Minister Narendra Tomar's son alleged viral video

Bhopal (Madhya Pradesh) | November 6, 2023 4:16:43 PM IST

Ahead of the Madhya Pradesh assembly polls, the Congress party has escalated the matter of an alleged viral video of Union Minister Narendra Singh Tomar's son Devendra Tomar talking about transactions worth crores and requested Election Commission (EC) to ... read..

Delhi HC grants anticipatory bail to student accused of raping his professor

New Delhi | November 6, 2023 4:16:37 PM IST

The Delhi High Court has recently granted anticipatory bail to a student in his twenties accused of raping his professor on a false promise of marriage. ... read..

Tamil Nadu govt agrees before SC to permit RSS to conduct route marches

New Delhi | November 6, 2023 4:16:28 PM IST

The Tamil Nadu government on Monday assured the Supreme Court that they will give permission to Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) conduct route marches in the state. ... read..

BSF initiates scheme of beekeeping to secure India-Bangladesh border fencing in West Bengal

By Rajnish Singh

New Delhi | November 6, 2023 3:20:32 PM IST

Aimed at completely securing India-Bangladesh border fencing from Bangladeshi infiltrators and smugglers, the Border Security Force (BSF) has started a scheme of beekeeping-a move expected to play an important role in preventing the fence from being cut. ... read..

SC lists Punjab govt plea against the governor for delay in granting assent to bills Nov 10

New Delhi | November 6, 2023 3:20:26 PM IST

The Supreme Court of India on Monday listed the matter on Friday, November 10 hearing on the Punjab government's plea against the governor for delaying granting assent to bills. ... read..

Udhayanidhi Stalin says he stands by comments on Sanatana, even as High Court cautions

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | November 6, 2023 3:20:16 PM IST

Tamil Nadu Minister Udhayanidhi Stalin who has come under heat for his controversial "Sanatana Dharma" statement said that he will not back down from his statement and his statement is in line with what BR Ambedkar and Periyar have advocated. ... read..

IMD predicts heavy rainfall in southern states, sounds orange alert in Kerala

New Delhi | November 6, 2023 3:20:09 PM IST

The India Meteorological Department (IMD) on Monday predicted widespread rainfall in certain parts of South India over the next two days. An 'orange alert' has been issued for Kerala, predicting heavy rainfall in Malappuram, Idukki, and Pathanamthitta dis ... read..

Uttarakhand: Truck plunges into Chamoli gorge, 2 rescued

Chamoli (Uttarakhand) | November 6, 2023 3:20:07 PM IST

Disaster Response personnel on Monday extricated two people from the wreckage of a truck that had plunged into a deep gorge near Gauchar in Chamoli district of the state, police said. ... read..

SC directs formation of Selection Committee for the appointment of Delhi Electricity Regulatory Commission pro tem members

New Delhi | November 6, 2023 3:20:04 PM IST

The Supreme Court on Monday directed the formation of a Selection Committee for the appointment of two pro tem members of the Delhi Electricity Regulatory Commission (DERC). ... read..

BJP is going to lose elections in all five states: Shiv Sena (UBT) MP Sanjay Raut

Mumbai (Maharashtra) | November 6, 2023 3:19:54 PM IST

Shiv Sena (UBT) MP Sanjay Raut on Monday took a jibe at Union Home Minister Amit Shah and advised him to focus on his own party activities. He also added a caveat that the BJP would lose in the upcoming elections in the five states. ... read..

"KCR has not fulfilled promises": YSRTP Chief Sharmila reiterates support for Congress

Hyderabad (Telangana) | November 6, 2023 3:19:52 PM IST

The YSR Telangana Party (YSRTP) chief YS Sharmila on Monday reiterated her support for the Congress party in the upcoming Telangana Assembly elections. ... read..

SC dismisses PFI's plea challenging UAPA tribunal's decision confirming Centre's 5-year ban, asks it to approach HC

New Delhi | November 6, 2023 3:19:50 PM IST

The Supreme Court on Monday dismissed a plea of the Popular Front of India (PFI) challenging an order of the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act (UAPA) tribunal confirming the five-year ban imposed on it by the Centre and granted it liberty to approach t ... read..

Delhi to have odd-even vehicle norms from November 13 to 20 to curb pollution

New Delhi | November 6, 2023 3:19:46 PM IST

The Delhi government on Monday decided to reintroduce the odd-even rule from November 13 to 20 in view of the concerns of deterioration in air quality. ... read..

Rajeev Chandrasekhar backs Akhilesh Yadav's jibe at Congress

Bhopal (Madhya Pradesh) | November 6, 2023 2:23:10 PM IST

BJP leader and Union minister Rajeev Chandrasekhar on Monday said he agreed with Samajwadi Party chief Akhilesh Yadav's comments made against the Congress party. ... read..

MP: Union Minister Narendra Tomar's son files complaint on alleged viral video

Morena (Madhya Pradesh) | November 6, 2023 2:23:08 PM IST

Union Minister and Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) candidate Narendra Singh Tomar's son has filed a complaint in connection with an alleged video of him discussing money transactions going viral on social media. Acting on the complaint a case has been regist ... read..

Assembly Fellows case: Agreed to release salaries to research fellows, Delhi HC told

New Delhi | November 6, 2023 2:23:06 PM IST

The Delhi High Court on Monday was informed that the competent authority agrees to pay salaries to Delhi Legislative Assembly Research Fellows whose services were terminated in August this year. Their two months' salaries were not paid. ... read..

Security increased ahead of Assembly elections across Mizoram, polling teams reach booths

Aizawl (Mizoram) | November 6, 2023 2:22:40 PM IST

Security has been increased across Mizoram ahead of the Assembly elections. ... read..

"People in mood to repeat govt": CM Ashok Gehlot files nomination for Rajasthan polls

Sardarpura (Rajasthan) | November 6, 2023 2:22:38 PM IST

Rajasthan Chief Minister Ashok Gehlot on Monday filed his nomination from the Sardarpura Assembly constituency in Rajasthan which is going to polls on November 25. ... read..

Have taken opinion for all formulation of drug Nimesulide for vulture conservation: Health Ministry to Delhi HC

New Delhi | November 6, 2023 2:22:34 PM IST

The Delhi High Court has been informed by the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare that it has issued a letter to the Ministry of Fisheries, Animal Husbandry, and Dairying to take an opinion for all formulation of drug Nimesulide for vulture conservation ... read..

Assembly Fellows case: Agreed to release salaries to research fellows, Service dept told Delhi HC

New Delhi | November 6, 2023 2:22:30 PM IST

Delhi air pollution: CM Arvind Kejriwal chairs high-level meeting

New Delhi | November 6, 2023 2:22:10 PM IST

Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal on Monday chaired a high-level meeting with cabinet members and officials as the air quality dips further in the city. ... read..

Delhi HC stays trial court summons to CM Kejriwal's wife over name in two voter lists

New Delhi | November 6, 2023 2:22:06 PM IST

Delhi High Court on Monday stayed the order of a trial court which had issued summons to Sunita Kejriwal, wife of Delhi's Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal in a case related to allegedly getting herself registered in two constituencies. ... read..

Parliamentary Committee on Home Affairs meets today to adopt draft reports of new Bills

New Delhi | November 6, 2023 1:21:40 PM IST

A meeting of the Parliamentary Standing Committee on Home Affairs will be held on Monday, in the national capital to consider and adopt the following draft reports on 'The Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita 2023', 'The Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita 2023' and 'T ... read..

NCP chief Sharad Pawar meets ailing senior NCP leader Eknath Khadse

Mumbai (Maharashtra) | November 6, 2023 1:21:35 PM IST

Nationalist Congress Party (NCP) chief Sharad Pawar met the ailing former Maharashtra minister and Member of Legislative Council (MLA) Eknath Khadse at the Bombay Hospital after the latter suffered a cardiac arrest on Sunday. ... read..

DMK hits out at Central Government as IT raids continue on DMK Minister

Karur (Tamil Nadu) | November 6, 2023 1:21:27 PM IST

Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (DMK) spokesperson Saravanan Annadurai slammed the BJP for the continued IT raids on premises linked to DMK Ministsr EV Velu. DMK said that Central government led by the BJP was jittery ahead of the elections in the five states. ... read..

Death toll in Kerala blasts case rises to four as 61-year-old succumbs to her injuries

Ernakulam (Kerala) | November 6, 2023 1:21:17 PM IST

The death toll from the blasts that took place at a Christian religious gathering in Kerala's Kalamasserry rose to four Monday morning as a 61-year-old woman died due to her injuries. ... read..

Mizoram: Polling parties leave for polling stations ahead of assembly elections on Tuesday

Aizawl (Mizoram) | November 6, 2023 1:21:10 PM IST

Polling parties on Monday were despatched to their respective polling stations to conduct free and fair polls in Mizoram which will be held on November 7. ... read..

West Bengal: 5 arrested in Kolkata for running cricket betting racket

Kolkata (West Bengal) | November 6, 2023 12:21:29 PM IST

Kolkata police arrested five persons from different places for allegedly running a cricket betting racket during the ongoing ICC men's cricket World Cup 2023. ... read..

Chhattisgarh election: Polls to held in Kanker on Tuesday amid high security

Kanker (Chhattisgarh) | November 6, 2023 12:21:27 PM IST

Polling teams reached all the polling stations of Kanker district on Monday. ... read..

Rajasthan polls: "PM Modi, Lotus our face", says Gajendra Shekhawat on BJP's CM face

Jodhpur (Rajasthan) | November 6, 2023 12:21:23 PM IST

Union Minister Gajendra Singh Shekhawat on Monday stressed that Prime Minister Narendra Modi and the party symbol of the lotus is the party's face in the Rajasthan as it goes to polls on November 25. ... read..

Former Puducherry Minister Kannan passes away

Puducherry | November 6, 2023 12:21:21 PM IST

Former Puducherry Minister P Kannan passed away due to ill health on November 5, according to the private hospital in the city where he was undergoing treatment. ... read..

Arvind Kejriwal announces Rs 7000 bonus for govt employees ahead of Diwali

New Delhi | November 6, 2023 12:21:19 PM IST

Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal on Monday announced a bonus of Rs 7000 to nearly 80,000 Group B non-gazetted and Group C employees of the government ahead of the Diwali ... read..

Heeralal Samariya sworn in as Chief Information Commissioner, becomes first Dalit to hold post

New Delhi | November 6, 2023 12:21:10 PM IST

Information Officer Heeralal Samariya was sworn in as the Chief of the Central Information Commission (CIC) on Monday, making him the first Dalit person to hold the post. ... read..

Kerala blast: Key accused Dominic Martin sent to 10 day Police custody

Kochi (Kerala) | November 6, 2023 12:21:08 PM IST

Dominic Martin, an accused in Kerala's Kalamasserry multiple blasts case in which three people were killed including a 12-year-old girl has been sent to Police custody for 10 days till November 15. ... read..

Gujarat: A massive fire broke out in tissue paper factory in Valsad

Valsad (Gujarat) | November 6, 2023 11:17:39 AM IST

A fire broke out in a tissue paper manufacturing company in Umargam taluka of Valsad district, Gujarat on Sunday-Monday night. ... read..

57-yr-old woman dies due to electrocution in Tamil Nadu's Thiruvallur

Thiruvallur (Tamil Nadu) | November 6, 2023 11:17:35 AM IST

A 57-year-old woman allegedly died due to electrocution after coming in contact with an electric wire near Cholavaram area in Tamil Nadu's Thiruvallur district, police said on Monday. ... read..

AAP releases 5th list of candidates for Rajasthan assembly election

New Delhi | November 6, 2023 11:17:24 AM IST

Aam Aadmi Party on Monday released the Fifth list of two candidates for Rajasthan Assembly Election 2023, which is going to polls on November 25. ... read..

Premises linked to Tamil Nadu Minister EV Velu raided for fourth consecutive day

Tiruvannamalai (Tamil Nadu) | November 6, 2023 11:17:17 AM IST

Income Tax raids continued for the fourth consecutive day in the premises linked to Tamil Nadu, Public Works and Highways Department Minister EV Velu at Tiruvannamalai. ... read..

Punjab: 5 killed in truck-car collision in Moga

Moga (Punjab) | November 6, 2023 10:21:17 AM IST

Five people died in a road accident near the village Karahewala in Moga, Punjab after a collision between a car and a truck. ... read..

Mumbai: Man held for raping his minor daughter for 2 yrs

Mumbai (Maharashtra) | November 6, 2023 10:21:13 AM IST

Mumbai police said they have registered a case against a person for allegedly raping and threatening to kill his 13-year-old daughter in the Eastern suburb of Govandi here in Mumbai. ... read..

Mizoram Assembly Elections: Polling to take place in 40 seats on Tuesday

Aizawl (Mizoram) | November 6, 2023 10:21:05 AM IST

Polling in 40 assembly seats in Mizoram assembly elections is set to take place on Tuesday, November 7. ... read..

Bahujan Samaj Party releases another list of 26 candidates ahead of Rajasthan Assembly polls

Jaipur (Rajasthan) | November 6, 2023 10:21:01 AM IST

Ahead of the Rajasthan Assembly Elections, the Bahujan Samaj Party (BSP) released another list of 26 candidates on Sunday. ... read..

Delhi CM calls high-level meeting to 'curb' air pollution

New Delhi | November 6, 2023 10:20:53 AM IST

As the air quality continues to deteriorate in the national capital, Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal has called a high-level meeting today, officials said. ... read..

At 488, Delhi's AQI continues to be in 'severe' category

New Delhi | November 6, 2023 9:21:08 AM IST

The overall air quality in the National Capital continues to be in the 'severe' category' for the fifth straight day, as per the Central Pollution Control Board. ... read..

Rajasthan: Four killed, 34 injured after bus falls on railway track

Dausa (Rajasthan) | November 6, 2023 9:20:59 AM IST

Four people were killed and at least 34 others were injured after a bus carrying over 70 passengers lost control and fell on a railway track near Dausa Collectorate circle, police said. ... read..

BJP releases sixth list of candidates for Rajasthan polls

New Delhi | November 6, 2023 9:20:55 AM IST

Bharatiya Janata Party on Monday released its sixth list of three candidates for the Rajasthan, which is going to polls on November 25. ... read..

"Congress govt has not even spared Mahadev from corruption": Nadda jibes Chhattisgarh CM

Bilaspur (Chhattisgarh) | November 6, 2023 8:16:53 AM IST

Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) President JP Nadda on Sunday said that the Congress government in Chhattisgarh did not even spare 'Mahadev'--an apparent reference to the Enforcement Directorate charge that chief minister Bhupesh Baghel had received Rs 508 cr ... read..

Rajasthan BJP expels leader over remarks on Gurdwaras

Jaipur (Rajasthan) | November 6, 2023 8:16:49 AM IST

The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has expelled its Rajasthan unit leader Sandeep Dayma over his controversial remark on Gurdwara. ... read..

Delhi CM targets BJP, Congress, claims, "AAP offering hope to people"

Rohtak (Haryana) | November 6, 2023 7:17:02 AM IST

Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal took a swipe at the Bharatiya Janata Party and its ally in the INDIA bloc- Congress and added that people want to join the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) because it offers hope. ... read..

Rajasthan polls: BJP supporters protest after leader denied ticket

Jaipur (Rajasthan) | November 6, 2023 7:17:01 AM IST

Supporters of former Rajasthan BJP president Arun Chaturvedi staged a protest on Sunday after he was denied a ticket when the party released another list of 15 candidates for Rajasthan assembly polls that are due to be held on November 25. ... read..

"Country needs democratic maturity": Telangana CM

Bhadradri Kothagudem (Telangana) | November 6, 2023 7:16:59 AM IST

Bharat Rashtra Samithi (BRS) President and Telangana Chief Minister K Chandrashekhar Rao has said that the country needs "democratic maturity". ... read..

Women soldiers, sailors, air warriors to get same maternity leaves as officer counterparts: Defence Ministry

New Delhi | November 6, 2023 7:16:57 AM IST

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh has approved a proposal for extending the rules for maternity, child care and child adoption leave for women soldiers, sailors, and air warriors in the Armed Forces on a par with their officer counterparts. ... read..

Youth delegation from MP, Chhattisgarh calls on President Murmu

New Delhi | November 6, 2023 7:16:55 AM IST

A youth delegation from Madhya Pradesh and Chhattisgarh called on President Droupadi Murmu at Rashtrapati Bhavan on Sunday. ... read..

Mumbai: Police arrest drug peddler with high-quality charas; accused in custody till Nov 8

Mumbai (Maharashtra) | November 6, 2023 7:16:51 AM IST

Mumbai Police arrested a drug peddler from the Masjid Bunder area of Maharashtra and recovered high-quality charas drugs worth Rs 2 crore 40 lakh from him, police officials said on Sunday. ... read..

CM Pushkar Singh Dhami reaches Mumbai's for road show following 'Uttarakhand Global Investors Summit-2023'

Mumbai (Maharashtra) | November 6, 2023 6:21:43 AM IST

Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami reached Mumbai's Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport on Sunday evening to participate in the roadshow for the 'Uttarakhand Global Investors Summit-2023' to be held in Dehradun in December. ... read..

"If Elvish Yadav is at fault, he will be punished": Haryana CM Khattar

Karnal (Haryana) | November 6, 2023 6:21:41 AM IST

On the matter relating to the FIR filed against YouTuber Elvish Yadav in the snake venom supply case, Haryana CM Manohar Lal Khattar said on Sunday that he has no influence on the case proceedings and emphasized that the police would take action if Elvish ... read..

CM Dhami gets grand welcome by Uttarakhandis as reaches Mumbai following road show for 'Uttarakhand Global Investors Summit-2023'

Mumbai (Maharashtra) | November 6, 2023 6:21:39 AM IST

Overseas Uttarakhandis including women gave a grand and warm welcome to Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami with drums and fireworks at Vishnudas Bhave Auditorium in Vashi, Navi Mumbai on Sunday evening. ... read..

"What is collateral damage..." Mehbooba Mufti questions former DGP's remark over situation in J-K

Ganderbal (Jammu and Kashmir) | November 6, 2023 6:21:34 AM IST

People's Democratic Party (PDP) president Mehbooba Mufti has said that the statement of former director general of police Dilbag Singh that the situation is normal in the Union Territory and there has been no collateral damage in the last four years is "r ... read..

"We were being targeted one by one in Congress": Girraj Malinga after joining BJP

Jaipur (Rajasthan) | November 6, 2023 6:21:32 AM IST

Girraj Singh Malinga, a Congress MLA from Bari who joined the Bharatiya Janta Party on Sunday, said that he switched parties because the leaders were being targeted in the party one by one. ... read..

"Can air pollution cause cancer?" Here's what AIIMS doctor has to say

New Delhi | November 6, 2023 6:21:28 AM IST

As air quality continues to remain severe in Delhi-NCR, doctors and health experts explained the hazardous impact of air pollution on the overall health of the human body. ... read..

"People of Mizoram have to trust BJP for development": Minister

Aizwal (Mizoram) | November 6, 2023 6:21:26 AM IST

In view of the Mizoram assembly elections scheduled on November 7, Minister of State for Home Affairs, Nisith Pramanik on Sunday said that the people of the state have to trust Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) for a proper development. ... read..

Karnataka: CM writes to ministers to study drought situation; asks to submit report by Nov 15

Mysuru (Karnataka) | November 6, 2023 6:21:24 AM IST

A letter has been written asking all the district ministers of Karnataka to visit all the taluks and meet the people of their respective districts to study the drought situation and to submit a report by November 15, state Chief Minister Siddaramaiah said ... read..

Light to moderate rainfall occurs across Odisha

Bhubaneswar (Odisha) | November 6, 2023 5:21:04 AM IST

Light to moderate rainfall has occurred at a few places over the districts of South Coastal Odisha and at one or two places over the rest of the districts of Odisha, IMD Bhubaneswar, scientist Sanjeeb Dwivedi said on Sunday. ... read..

Indian Army's Spear Corps successfully fires New Generation Rocket and Turret ammunition from Rudra

New Delhi | November 6, 2023 5:21:01 AM IST

The Spear corps warriors of the Indian Army successfully fired the New Generation Rocket and Turret ammunition from Rudra- The First Indigenous Attack Helicopter, Indian Army said on Sunday. ... read..

Rajasthan Polls: Congress reclaims prominent figures in political shift

Jaipur (Rajasthan) | November 6, 2023 5:20:58 AM IST

As three leaders from the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) switched their allegiance to the Congress ahead of assembly elections in Rajasthan, the party in-charge of the state, Sukhjinder Singh Randhawa has attributed their move to the "suffocation" felt with ... read..

Maharashtra: Ex-minister Eknath Khadse suffers heart attack, hospitalised, says Supriya Sule

Mumbai (Maharashtra) | November 6, 2023 4:16:59 AM IST

Former Maharashtra minister and NCP member of the legislative council, Eknath Khadse suffered a heart attack, said party leader and MP Supriya Sule on Sunday. ... read..

Tripura: Two apprehended with Yaba tablets over worth Rs 50 lakh

North Tripura (Tripura) | November 6, 2023 4:16:53 AM IST

In a significant breakthrough, two individuals involved in drug smuggling, were apprehended by law enforcement authorities at the Churaibari Check Post on Saturday. The suspects were trying to smuggle a substantial quantity of 20,000 Yaba tablets, valued ... read..

"Ugly attempt...": Bhupesh Baghel after accused in Mahadev app case released video putting allegations against CM

New Delhi | November 6, 2023 4:16:51 AM IST

After the release of a video by the BJP in which Shubham Soni, an accused in the Mahadev Book betting app case, claims that he had the "proof" of paying Rs 508 crore to Chhattisgarh Chief Minister Bhupesh Baghel, the latter called it an "attempt to spoil" ... read..

All Kerala Inter-Group NCC Competition conducted at Naval Base in Kochi

Kochi (Kerala) | November 6, 2023 4:16:49 AM IST

The All Kerala Inter-Group NCC (National Cadet Corps) Competition was conducted under the aegis of the Kerala and Lakshadweep Directorate at the Naval Base in Kochi, a press release said on Sunday. ... read..

Mizoram Assembly polls: Dispatching of polling officials commences for Lawngtkai district

Aizawl (Mizoram) | November 6, 2023 3:21:29 AM IST

The dispatching of polling personnel to their designated polling stations in the Lawngtlai district for the upcoming Mizoram assembly election on November 7 began on Sunday. ... read..

Rajasthan: Former BJP MP joins Congress ahead of assembly polls

Jaipur (Rajasthan) | November 6, 2023 3:21:24 AM IST

Ahead of the Rajasthan Assembly Election, former MP Colonel Sona Ram returned to Congress on Sunday, nearly nine years after he had joined the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP). ... read..

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