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BJP MP Pratap Sarangi injured in chaose outside Parliament, alleges 'push' from Rahul Gandhi
New Delhi | December 19, 2024 12:12:23 PM IST
As parallel protest from both Treasury and Opposition benches continued outside parliament a fresh controversy broke out. Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) MP Pratap Chandra Sarangi on Thursday alleged that he was hurt after getting a push from Congress leader ... read..


BJP MP Pratap Sarangi injured in chaos outside Parliament, alleges 'push' from Rahul Gandhi
New Delhi | December 19, 2024 12:12:22 PM IST
As parallel protest from both Treasury and Opposition benches continued outside parliament a fresh controversy broke out. Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) MP Pratap Chandra Sarangi on Thursday alleged that he was hurt after getting a push from Congress leader ... read..


Delhi Police arrests 21-year-old fraudsters from Kolkata
New Delhi | December 19, 2024 12:12:17 PM IST
Delhi Police has arrested a 21-year-old cyber fraudster from Kolkata and seized five mobile phones, one laptop, five cheque books, 20 debit cards, one passbook and 03 stamps of proprietorships, officials said on Thursday. ... read..


FIR lodged against SP MP Zia ur Rehman Barq for electricity theft
Sambhal (Uttar Pradesh) | December 19, 2024 12:12:11 PM IST
An FIR has been filed against SP MP Zia ur Rehman Barq for his alleged involvement in electricity theft, following a search at his residence by the Uttar Pradesh Electricity Department. The FIR, lodged at the Anti-Power Theft Police Station in Sambhal, ci ... read..


"Was trying to go inside, BJP MPs pushed me...": Rahul Gandhi after Pratap Sarangi's allegations
New Delhi | December 19, 2024 12:12:10 PM IST
The ruckus outside Parliament after both BJP and Opposition MPs staged parallel protests has snowballed into a huge controversy. After BJP MP Pratap Chandra Sarangi alleged that he was hurt after Rahul Gandhi pushed him, the Lok Sabha Leader of Opposition ... read..


Sever Cold conditions grip Uttar Pradesh as temperatures dip
Uttar Pradesh | December 19, 2024 12:12:07 PM IST
Severe cold conditions have gripped Uttar Pradesh, with temperatures in major cities, including Prayagraj, Varanasi, Kanpur, and Ayodhya, dropping to as low as 8C to 10C, according to the India Meteorological Department (IMD). ... read..


Hurt sentiments of millions across the country: Kejriwal urges Bihar, AP CMs to reflect on Amit Shah's remark on Ambedkar
New Delhi | December 19, 2024 12:12:05 PM IST
AAP convener Arvind Kejriwal on Thursday wrote letters to Bihar CM Nitish Kumar and Andhra Pradesh CM Chandrababu Naidu, urging them to consider the impact of Union Home Minister Amit Shah's allegedly controversial statement about former Minister of Law a ... read..


"No crime in apologising...": Sanjay Raut tells Amit Shah amid chaos over 'Ambedkar' remark
New Delhi | December 19, 2024 11:42:21 AM IST
Shiv Sena (UBT) leader Sanjay Raut on Thursday said that Union Home Minister Amit Shah should apologise for his remarks on Babasaheb Ambedkar. He said that there was no crime in apologising with regards to Dr Ambedkar. ... read..


Channagiri MLA Basavaraju V. Shivaganga demands replacement of Davangere District In-Charge Minister Mallikarjun
Bengaluru (Karnataka) | December 19, 2024 11:42:20 AM IST
Channagiri MLA and Davangere District Kisan Congress President, on Tjursday wrote a letter to Deputy Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar on Thursday and seeked the immediate replacement of the Davangere District In-Charge Minister SS Mallikarjun ... read..


Congress claims Centre asked X to remove Amit Shah's video from their platform as it violates Indian laws
New Delhi | December 19, 2024 11:42:15 AM IST
Congress leader Supriya Shrinate on Thursday alleged that social media platform 'X' has told them through an e-mail that the Ministry of Home Affairs and the IT Ministry has asked them to remove the video of Amit Shah as it violates Indian Laws. ... read..


Opposition Lok Sabha MPS hold meeting in presence of LoP Lok Sabha Rahul Gandhi at Parliament House
New Delhi | December 19, 2024 11:42:08 AM IST
A meeting was of the Lok Sabha Mps was held in the presence of the Leader of Opposition (LoP) in Lok Sabha and Congress MP Rahul Gandhi on Thursday at the Parliament House in New Delhi. ... read..


Randeep Surjewala moves Suspension of Business notice over Amit Shah allegedly 'ridiculing' Ambedkar's contribution
New Delhi | December 19, 2024 11:42:06 AM IST
Congress RS MP Randeep Singh Surjewala on Thursday submitted a Suspension of Business notice in the Rajya Sabha to discuss Union Home Minister Amit Shah's controversial remarks on Former Law and Justice Minister BR Ambedkar. ... read..


Parliament: BJP MPs protest against Congress amid chaos over Shah's 'Ambedkar' remark
New Delhi | December 19, 2024 11:12:16 AM IST
Amid chaos over Union Home Minister Amit Shah's remarks on Babasaheb Ambedkar and demands for his resignation, Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) MPs staged protests in the Parliament's premises against Congress party. ... read..


Delhi: Mother-Son duo with one associate arrested for property grabbing
New Delhi | December 19, 2024 11:12:13 AM IST
Delhi police arrested a mother-son duo along with one associate for property grabbing in Dwarka, Sector 6, in Delhi by forging the documents after the death of the owner, officials said on Thursday. ... read..


"Nation is protesting against Amit Shah...remark on Ambedkar intolerable": Congress MP after moving adjournment notice
New Delhi | December 19, 2024 11:12:11 AM IST
Congress MP K Suresh on Thursday condemned Union Home Minister Amit Shah's remark on former Minister of Law and Justice BR Ambedkar, calling it "intolerable," and claimed that it has sparked nationwide protests. ... read..


Ambedkar Controversy: INDIA Bloc MPs hold protest march in Parliament; demand apology, resignation of Amit Shah
New Delhi | December 19, 2024 11:12:08 AM IST
INDIA Bloc MPs led by Lok Sabha Leader of Opposition Rahul Gandhi held a protest on Thursday in the Parliament premises and demanded the resignation of Union Home Minister Amit Shah over his remarks on Babasaheb Ambedkar. ... read..


SDO reveals findings during electricity inspection at Sambhal MP Barq's Home
Sambhal (Uttar Pradesh) | December 19, 2024 10:42:16 AM IST
A team from the State Electricity Department, supported by security personnel, carried out an inspection at the residence of SP MP Zia ur Rehman Barq in Sambhal on Tuesday. The inspection is part of an investigation into possible irregularities in electri ... read..


Kiren Rijiju claims Sam Pitroda's post reflects Congress' view on Ambedkar's role in India's Constitution
New Delhi | December 19, 2024 10:42:10 AM IST
Union Minister Kiren Rijiju on Thursday shared a post on X where Congress leader Sam Pitroda seemed to be questioning the role of former Minister of Law and Justice BR Ambedkar in shaping India's Constitution. ... read..


"Entire Congress distorting Home Minister's speech to create negative publicity": Union Minister Lalan Singh
New Delhi | December 19, 2024 10:42:05 AM IST
Targeting the Opposition over protests against Amit Shah, Union Minister Rajeev Ranjan Singh said on Thursday that not just Mallikarjun Kharge but the entire Congress party is distorting the Home Minister's speech to create negative publicity. ... read..


SP MLA Atul Pradhan suspended from UP Assembly for entire session
Lucknow (Uttar Pradesh) | December 19, 2024 10:12:28 AM IST
Samajwadi Party MLA from the Sardhana Assembly seat was suspended from the Uttar Pradesh Assembly for the entire winter session by Speaker Satish Mahana over the use of 'derogatory language'. ... read..


Cold wave grips the nation; temperatures drop from North to South
Ajmer (Rajasthan) | December 19, 2024 10:12:26 AM IST
A thick layer of dense fog blanketed the entire country on Thursday. In Ajmer, visuals showed people sitting by a bonfire to keep themselves warm as the temperatures in the state dropped. ... read..


JPC on Waqf Ammendment Bill to continue to hear expert opions on Thursday
New Delhi | December 19, 2024 10:12:23 AM IST
The Joint Parliamentary Committee is set to hear the views and suggestions of key stakeholders on the Waqf (Amendment) Bill, 2024, on Thursday. ... read..


Mizoram govt signs MoA with partner banks for Bana Kaih Scheme; launches CM's Bana Kaih Innovation Challenge
Aizawl (Mizoram) | December 19, 2024 10:12:25 AM IST
A Memorandum of Agreement (MoA) was signed between the Government of Mizoram and Partner Banks--State Bank of India (SBI), Mizoram Rural Bank (MRB), and Mizoram Co-operative Apex Bank Ltd. (MCAB) on Wednesday in presence of Mizoram Chief Minister Lalduhom ... read..


"Amit Shah has gone mad, should renounce politics and leave": Lalu Yadav
Patna (Bihar) | December 19, 2024 10:12:18 AM IST
Amid a controversy over Union Home Minister's remarks on Babasaheb Ambedkar, Rashtriya Janata Dal Chief Lalu Yadav said on Thursday that Amit Shah has gone mad and he should renounce politics and leave. ... read..


Maharashtra CM, Deputy CM visit Smruti Mandir in Nagpur
Nagpur (Maharashtra) | December 19, 2024 10:12:15 AM IST
Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis on Thursday visited the Smruti Mandir of the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) in Nagpur's Reshimbagh. He was accompanied by Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) MLAs including Ram Kadam and Mahayuti ministers includin ... read..


J-K: Two soldiers sustain injuries, five terrorists neutralized in ongoing encounter in Kulgam
Kulgam (Jammu and Kashmir) | December 19, 2024 10:12:14 AM IST
Five terrorists have been neutralised by the security forces while two soldiers have sustained injuries in the ongoing encounter in the Kulgam district of Jammu and Kashmir. ... read..


Delhi suffers from low visibility due to cold wave
New Delhi | December 19, 2024 10:12:12 AM IST
The prevailing cold wave in the national capital led to low visibility on Thursday. ... read..


"Amit Shah should renounce politics and leave": Lalu Yadav
Patna (Bihar) | December 19, 2024 10:12:10 AM IST
Amid a controversy over Union Home Minister's remarks on Babasaheb Ambedkar, Rashtriya Janata Dal Chief Lalu Yadav said on Thursday that Amit Shah should renounce politics and leave. ... read..


President Murmu, Goa CM Sawant pay tribute on Goa Liberation Day
New Delhi | December 19, 2024 10:12:09 AM IST
On the 63rd anniversary of Goa's liberation from Portuguese rule, the President of India paid a heartfelt tribute to the bravehearts who fought for the region's freedom. ... read..


"They don't have basic respect, he is Constitution maker": Congress' Priyanka Gandhi attacks BJP
New Delhi | December 19, 2024 10:12:07 AM IST
Lashing out at the BJP over Amit Shah's remarks on Babasaheb Ambedkar, Congress MP Priyanka Gandhi Vadra said on Thursday that they do not have basic respect for the person who is regarded as the Constitution maker. ... read..


Congress moves adjournment notice over Amit Shah's alleged insult to BR Ambedkar, demands apology and resignation
New Delhi | December 19, 2024 9:42:20 AM IST
Congress MP Manickam Tagore on Thursday submitted an Adjournment Motion notice in the Lok Sabha, demanding an urgent discussion on remarks made by Union Home Minister Amit Shah during his Constitution Day speech in the Rajya Sabha, and called for both an ... read..


Delhi HC directs GNCTD to expedite filling of posts for Mental Health Authority
New Delhi | December 19, 2024 9:42:18 AM IST
The Delhi High Court has directed the Government of National Capital Territory of Delhi (GNCTD) to take swift action in filling the posts of non-official members of the Mental Health Authority. ... read..


SP MP Zia ur Rehman Barq's residence inspected for alleged power theft
Sambhal (Uttar Pradesh) | December 19, 2024 9:42:16 AM IST
A team from the State Electricity Department, accompanied by a large number of security personnel, arrived at the residence of SP MP Zia ur Rehman Barq in Sambhal on Tuesday. ... read..


"Inquiry will be done, action taken": Maharashtra Minister Samant on Mumbai boat accident
Nagpur (Maharashtra) | December 19, 2024 9:42:10 AM IST
After 13 people died in the Mumbai boat accident, Maharashtra Minister Uday Samant said on Thursday that an inquiry will be done and action will be taken accordingly. ... read..


"Deeply disrespectful and hurtful": Congress MP moves adjournment notice over Amit Shah's alleged insult to Ambedkar
New Delhi | December 19, 2024 9:42:09 AM IST
Congress MP Kodikunnil Suresh on Thursday submitted an Adjournment Motion notice in the Lok Sabha, calling for an unconditional apology from Union Home Minister Amit Shah for his comments on former Minister of Law and Justice BR Ambedkar. ... read..


Odisha Prison Department launches 'Mukti Abhiyan', aims to release 60 eligible prisoners
Bhubaneswar (Odisha) | December 19, 2024 9:42:05 AM IST
The Odisha Prison Department announced the launch of 'Mukti Abhiyan - Mission 60' on Prison Foundation Day. The campaign aims to release 60 eligible prisoners from jail across the state within 60 days (by February 10, 2025), an official said. ... read..


"Congress has consistently failed to empower backward communities": Uttar Pradesh CM Yogi Adityanath
New Delhi | December 19, 2024 9:12:10 AM IST
Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath attacked the Congress claiminng that it had done nothing for Babasaheb Ambedkar while the BJP had been actively working towards BR Ambedkar's vision of equality. ... read..


India conducts first-ever Ganges River Dolphin tagging in Assam
Guwahati (Assam) | December 19, 2024 9:12:09 AM IST
The Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change (MoEFCC) conducted the first-ever Ganges River Dolphin tagging in Assam on Wednesday. ... read..


J-K: Encounter breaks out between security forces and terrorists in Kulgam
Kulgam (Jammu and Kashmir) | December 19, 2024 8:42:14 AM IST
An encounter broke out between security forces and terrorists in the Kadder area of Kulgam district in Jammu and Kashmir during the early hours of Thursday. ... read..


"Is standing up for Dr Ambedkar against insult to him a joke for BJP?": Congress' KC Venugopal
New Delhi | December 19, 2024 8:42:11 AM IST
Congress MP KC Venugopal on Thursday reacted to a photo shared by the BJP on its official handle on X which shows INDIA Bloc MPs holding the photo of George Soros during their protest in the Parliament. ... read..


Delhi chokes as AQI stays at 448 amid cold wave
New Delhi | December 19, 2024 8:42:09 AM IST
The Air quality index in the national capital remained in the 'severe' category on Thursday as a thick layer of fog blanketed around the city and limited the visibility. ... read..


Tamil Nadu: Madurai junction being redeveloped under Amrit Bharat Station Scheme
Madurai (Tamil Nadu) | December 19, 2024 8:42:06 AM IST
The redevelopment work at the Madurai junction in Tamil Nadu is ongoing under the Amrit Bharat Station Scheme (ABSS). The redevelopment project includes new terminals, multi-level parking, and skywalks, according to Southern Railway. ... read..


UP: 5 killed, 5 injured in Shahjahanpur collision; truck driver arrested
Shahjahanpur (Uttar Pradesh) | December 19, 2024 8:12:05 AM IST
An accident in Shahjahanpur district's Madanpur area claimed five lives after a collision between a truck and an auto-rickshaw, UP police said. ... read..


Murder case registered, strict action would be taken against guilty: DCP, Central Lucknow after death of Congress worker
Lucknow (Uttar Pradesh) | December 19, 2024 7:42:05 AM IST
After a Congress worker died during the party's protest near the Uttar Pradesh Assembly on Wednesday, DCP, Central Lucknow, Raveena Tyagi said that a case of murder under relevant sections was registered based on the complaint provided by his uncle and st ... read..


Democracy, Constitution murdered again in BJP-ruled Assam and UP: Rahul Gandhi after death of Congress workers during protest
New Delhi | December 19, 2024 6:42:12 AM IST
As two Congress party workers lost their lives during nationwide protests called by the party on Wednesday, Lok Sabha Leader of Opposition, Rahul Gandhi offered condolences to their grieving family members and alleged that Constitution was murdered in BJP ... read..


People take refuge at night shelters as temperature dips in Delhi
New Delhi | December 19, 2024 6:42:09 AM IST
Many people took refuge at night shelters as the temperature dipped in the national capital on Wednesday night. ... read..


Odisha: Police officer assaulted while conducting raid to seize illegally stored sand in Kaptpada
Mayurbhanj (Odisha) | December 19, 2024 6:42:06 AM IST
A police officer was allegedly assaulted and stones were pelted at his vehicle while he went to conduct a raid to seize illegally stored sand in Kaptpada, Odisha on Wednesday. ... read..


We demand compensation of Rs 1 crore from state govt: UP Congress President Ajay Rai after death of party worker
Lucknow (Uttar Pradesh) | December 19, 2024 6:42:04 AM IST
Uttar Pradesh Congress President Ajay Rai alleged that the state government and police officials were responsible for the death of a Congress worker who lost his life during the party's protest near the Uttar Pradesh Assembly on Wednesday. ... read..


Assam Rifles' training programs yield remarkable results, enabling youth in Manipur join Armed Forces
Imphal (Manipur) | December 19, 2024 6:12:03 AM IST
The Assam Rifles' meticulously crafted training programs have yielded remarkable results this year, enabling numerous youth to join the Armed Forces, Inspector General of Assam Rifles (South) said in a statement. ... read..


Tamil Nadu: 22-year-old woman killed in leopard attack in Vellore
Vellore (Tamil Nadu) | December 19, 2024 4:42:04 AM IST
A 22-year-old woman died after a leopard attacked her near her house in Durgam village, Gudiyatham in Vellore district on Wednesday, officials said. ... read..


PM Modi announces ex-gratia of Rs 2 lakh for next of kin of each deceased in Mumbai boat mishap
New Delhi | December 19, 2024 4:12:05 AM IST
Prime Minister Narendra Modi announced an ex-gratia of Rs 2 lakh from Prime Minister's National Relief Fund (PMNRF) for the next of kin of each deceased in the boat mishap in Mumbai on Wednesday. ... read..


Assam CM attends presentation on Gelephu Mindfulness City Project to gain insight into its objectives
General News | December 19, 2024 3:12:04 AM IST
Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on Wednesday attended an insightful presentation on the Gelephu Mindfulness City Project during his visit to the neighboring Kingdom of Bhutan. ... read..


Amit Shah accuses Congress of being "anti-BR Ambedkar", takes dig at Kharge over resignation demand
New Delhi | December 19, 2024 1:42:08 AM IST
Lok Sabha and Rajya Sabha witnessed adjournments on Wednesday with the Congress and other opposition members protesting against remarks of Home Minister Amit Shah relating to BR Ambedkar during his attack on Congress in his speech in Rajya Sabha at the co ... read..


Govt mulls to create more posts in Agartala Govt Dental College: Tripura CM Manik Saha
Agartala (Tripura) | December 19, 2024 1:42:03 AM IST
Tripura Chief Minister Manik Saha on Wednesday announced that the Ministry of Development of North Eastern Region (DoNER) has sanctioned Rs 202 crore for infrastructure development of the Agartala Government Dental College and informed that the government ... read..


"I'm entitled to relief": Vijay Mallya on remarks about banks recovering assets worth Rs 14,131 crore from him
New Delhi | December 18, 2024 11:42:34 PM IST
Fugitive businessman Vijay Mallya on Wednesday said that banks have recovered Rs 14,131.60 crore from him "against the judgement debt of Rs 6203 crore" but he continues to be "an economic offender". ... read..


Hyderabad police bust betting gang, 24 arrested
Hyderabad (Telangana) | December 18, 2024 11:42:30 PM IST
The sleuths of the Commissioner's Task Force (South Zone) along with Police raided a premises and arrested 24 people, including four organisers/sub-organisers, for allegedly being involved in 'Satta' (betting) at Shahinayathgunj in Telangana's Hyderabad, ... read..


Hyderabad Police issues instruction ahead of New Year celebrations
Hyderabad (Telangana) | December 18, 2024 11:42:28 PM IST
Hyderabad Police have issued instructions to the event organisers ahead of the New Year's Eve celebrations and asked them to seek permission from police. ... read..


Fire breaks out at market in Jaipur's MI Road, three shops gutted
Jaipur (Rajasthan) | December 18, 2024 11:42:26 PM IST
A fire broke out at a market in the MI Road area of Rajasthan's Jaipur on Wednesday evening, gutting three shops, police said. ... read..


"Opposition attempting to spread baseless lies across country": Union Minister Ravneet Singh Bittu
New Delhi | December 18, 2024 11:42:22 PM IST
Union Minister and BJP leader Ravneet Singh Bittu on Wednesday attacked the opposition for spreading "baseless lies" across the country and said that Union Home Minister Amit Shah has exposed the conspiracies orchestrated against Babasaheb Ambedkar. ... read..


26 injured in road accident in Uttar Pradesh's Kasganj
Kasganj (Uttar Pradesh) | December 18, 2024 11:42:20 PM IST
As many as 26 were injured in a road accident in Uttar Pradesh's Kasganj, said police on Wednesday. ... read..


Mumbai boat accident: 13 people dead, 101 rescued; CM Fadnavis announces ex-gratia of Rs 5 lakh
Mumbai (Maharashtra) | December 18, 2024 11:42:13 PM IST
A devastating maritime accident occurred claiming the lives of 13 people near Mumbai as an Indian Navy boat collided with the passenger ferry Neelkamal, causing it to capsize while en route from the Gateway of India to Elephanta Caves. ... read..


Delhi BJP announces State Election Committe for upcoming Assembly polls
New Delhi | December 18, 2024 11:42:11 PM IST
The Delhi unit of the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) on Wednesday announced the State Election Committe for the assembly elections likely to be held in 2025. ... read..


Congress worker dies during Vidhan Sabha 'gherao' protest in Lucknow
Lucknow (Uttar Pradesh) | December 18, 2024 11:42:09 PM IST
A Congress worker died during the party's protest near the Uttar Pradesh Assembly on Wednesday. The State Congress chief Ajay Rai alleged that the death was due to "police brutality". ... read..


CM Manik Saha inaugurates 'Khelo Tripura Para Games 2024'
Agartala (Tripura) | December 18, 2024 11:12:30 PM IST
Chief Minister Manik Saha on Wednesday inaugurated 'Khelo Tripura Para Games 2024' in Agartala. As many as 343 para-athletes from all eight districts of Tripura are participating in the two-day state-level game being organized at Swami Vivekananda Maidan ... read..


Priyanka Gandhi, Bansuri Swaraj, Supriya Sule slated to be members of JPC on 'One Nation, One Election'
New Delhi | December 18, 2024 11:12:28 PM IST
The Joint Parliamentary Committee to examine 'One Nation, One Election' Bill will have 21 members from Lok Sabha including Congress leaders Priyanka Gandhi Vadra and Manish Tewari, NCP's Supriya Sule, TMC's Kalyan Banerjee and BJP's PP Chaudhary, Bansuri ... read..


Mother, infant daughter drown as car plunges into Barak River in Assam's Cachar district
Cachar (Assam) | December 18, 2024 11:12:26 PM IST
A 21-year-old woman and her one-year-old daughter were killed after the car they were travelling in plunged into The Barak river in Assam's Cachar district on Wednesday, police said. ... read..


Kerala: Kannur natives who returned from UAE test positive for Mpox
Kannur (Kerala) | December 18, 2024 11:12:24 PM IST
Two people tested positive for Mpox in Kerala's Kannur after returning from UAE on Tuesday. The duo is currently receiving treatment at Pariyaram Medical College Hospital in the district, and their route map will be released shortly, officials said. ... read..


Gujarat CM Bhupendra Patel attends Adi Veer Chh'ari Palit Sangh's 'Dharma Sabha' at Palitana
Gandhinagar (Gujarat) | December 18, 2024 11:12:14 PM IST
In the esteemed presence of Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel, the Adi Veer Chh'ari Palit Sangh Program-Dharma Sabha was held at Siddhachal, Palitana, a release said on Wednesday. ... read..


"If there's no resignation then there will be protests": Kharge over Amit Shah's remark on Ambedkar
New Delhi | December 18, 2024 11:12:08 PM IST
After a massive political row erupted over Amit Shah's remarks on BR Ambedkar, Rajya Sabha LoP and Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge on Wednesday demanded Home Minister's resignation threatening nationwide protests. ... read..


Uttarakhand: CM Dhami asks tourism dept to frame policy to develop wedding destinations in state
Dehradun (Uttarakhand) | December 18, 2024 10:42:26 PM IST
Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami has instructed the Tourism Department to formulate a policy within four weeks to develop wedding destinations in Uttarakhand. He also directed officials to expedite arrangements for night landing of aircraft at Pantnagar ... read..


President Droupadi Murmu condoles loss of lives in Mumbai boat accident
New Delhi | December 18, 2024 10:42:24 PM IST
President Droupadi Murmu on Wednesday expressed her condolences over the loss of lives in the Mumbai boat accident near the Gateway of India and prayed for the swift success of the ongoing rescue and relief operations. ... read..


NIA conducts searches in four states in weapons trafficking case
New Delhi | December 18, 2024 10:42:14 PM IST
The National Investigation Agency (NIA) on Wednesday conducted searches at multiple locations in four states in connection with an inter-state weapons trafficking case, the agency said. ... read..


"Congress did not pay attention...they are anti-farmer": Haryana CM on prices of Urea, DAP
Kalka (Haryana) | December 18, 2024 10:42:12 PM IST
Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini on Wednesday praised BJP government's efforts to support farmers, particularly in relation to fertilizer prices. He claims that his government provided Urea and DAP at lower prices to farmers, unlike the Congress p ... read..


Mumbai boat tragedy: 4 Navy personnel killed, 1 critically injured in ferry collision
Mumbai (Maharashtra) | December 18, 2024 10:42:10 PM IST
Four of the six persons onboard the Navy boat which rammed into the ferry on Wednesday have lost their lives while one of them is critically injured, Indian Navy officials said. ... read..


JPC on Waqf Amendment Bill, 2024 holds meeting with AISPLB
New Delhi | December 18, 2024 10:42:08 PM IST
The Joint Parliamentary Committee on Waqf Amendment Bill,2024 held a meeting with the All India Shia Personal Law Board members on Wednesday. ... read..


MP CM Mohan Yadav awards Rs 25.39 crore to athletes, promises sports complexes in every constituency
Bhopal (Madhya Pradesh) | December 18, 2024 10:12:18 PM IST
Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Mohan Yadav participated in a 'Sports Talent's Samman and Protsahan Samaroh' programme organized under the 'Jan Kalyan Parv' at TT Nagar Stadium in Bhopal on Wednesday. During the event, he awarded Rs 25.389 crores as incenti ... read..


CM Dhami extend support to 'One Nation One Election' says "resources and money" will be saved
New Delhi | December 18, 2024 10:12:15 PM IST
Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami has voiced his support for the recently tabled 'One Nation, One Election' bill, stating that it will save significant resources and money otherwise spent on conducting multiple elections. He also expressed hi ... read..


"We hope that everyone is safe": Aaditya Thackrey on Mumbai boat accident
Nagpur (Maharashtra) | December 18, 2024 10:12:11 PM IST
Shiv Sena (UBT) leader Aaditya Thackrey on Wednesday expressed concern over the Mumbai boat accident, hoping that everyone is safe. ... read..


"Double standards of Congress exposed": Union Minister G Kishan Reddy criticizes Telangana CM over 'Chalo Raj Bhavan' protest rally
New Delhi | December 18, 2024 10:12:06 PM IST
Union Minister and Telangana BJP president G Kishan Reddy on Wednesday criticized Telangana Chief Minister Revanth Reddy after the Telangana Pradesh Congress Committee (TPCC) staged a protest demanding a Joint Parliamentary Committee (JPC) investigation i ... read..


Kolkata: ED attaches assets worth Rs 4.5 crore in bank fraud case
Kolkata (West Bengal) | December 18, 2024 10:12:04 PM IST
The Kolkata Zonal Office of the Directorate of Enforcement has attached several assets, including various incriminating documents, digital evidence, gold and jewellery worth Rs 4.5 crore and 8 vehicles including luxury vehicles in a bank fraud case, the a ... read..


Maharashtra: CBI arrests 7 public servants, recovers huge cash, documents of immovable properties in Mumbai
Mumbai | December 18, 2024 9:42:12 PM IST
The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) on Wednesday arrested seven public servants, including a Joint and a Deputy Development Commissioner, two Assistant Development Commissioners (ADCs), and an Authorised Officer of SEEPZ-SEZ, Mumbai, in a bribery ca ... read..


Shimla's Christ Church Shines bright with a new look ahead of Christmas
Shimla (Himachal Pradesh) | December 18, 2024 9:12:23 PM IST
Shimla's iconic Christ Church, a historic landmark and spiritual centre, has undergone a remarkable transformation just in time for Christmas. Following an extensive renovation and repainting process, the church is now a beacon of beauty and faith, promis ... read..


Punjab Police returns case properties worth over Rs 13 crores including return of vehicles, jewellery, household items
Jalandhar (Punjab) | December 18, 2024 9:12:21 PM IST
In a significant step, Commissionerate Police Jalandhar successfully returned case properties worth over Rs 13 crores, including the return of vehicles, jewellery, household items, and other valuables from more than 583 criminal cases registered in Jaland ... read..


"Congress has no right to comment": Ramdas Athawale amid row over Amit Shah's remark on Ambedkar
New Delhi | December 18, 2024 9:12:20 PM IST
Union Minister Ramdas Athawale supported Home Minister Amit Shah, who's facing backlash from the opposition over his recent remark on BR Ambedkar saying that Congress has no right to comment on the matter. He also pointed out that the party had allegedly ... read..


Fadnavis confirms 13 dead in Mumbai ferry tragedy, announces Rs5 lakh ex-gratia
Nagpur (Maharashtra) | December 18, 2024 9:12:15 PM IST
At least 13 people have died, and two are critically injured after a ferry capsized off the coast of Mumbai on Wednesday evening, Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis confirmed. ... read..


No discussion in INDIA alliance on change of leadership: Omar Abdullah
New Delhi | December 18, 2024 9:12:10 PM IST
Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah has said there is no discussion in the INDIA bloc regarding a change of leadership and that a meeting of the constituents has not been held. ... read..


"Hatred is exhibited...": Prakash Ambedkar on Amit Shah's remarks on BR Ambedkar
Pune (Maharashtra) | December 18, 2024 9:12:08 PM IST
Vanchit Bahujan Aghadi (VBA) President and BR Ambedkar's grandson Prakash Ambedkar on Wednesday criticised Home Minister Amit Shah's remarks on the architect of Indian Constitution, demanding that the BJP release the full tape of Shah's comments, alleging ... read..


Mumbai: CBI detains 7 public servants, recovers Rs 50 lakh cash
Mumbai (Maharashtra) | December 18, 2024 8:42:10 PM IST
The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) detained seven public servants, including two Indian Revenue Service (IRS) officers in Maharashtra's Mumbai, sources said on Wednesday. ... read..


ED conducts searches in Mumbai and Aurangabad, seizes assets worth 8 cr
Mumbai (Maharashtra) | December 18, 2024 8:42:09 PM IST
The Directorate of Enforcement (ED), Mumbai conducted search operations at nine different locations across Mumbai and Aurangabad under the provisions of the PMLA, 2002, the agency said in a statement on Wednesday. ... read..


Aspirants protest in Patna, demand re-examination of 70th BPSC exam
Patna (Bihar) | December 18, 2024 8:42:05 PM IST
Aspirants in Patna staged a protest on Wednesday against the Bihar Public Service Commission (BPSC), demanding a re-examination of the 70th BPSC examination. ... read..


"For whom are these projects being done?" Mehbooba Mufti to J-K CM Omar Abdullah
Srinagar (Jammu and Kashmir) | December 18, 2024 8:42:04 PM IST
PDP supremo Mehbooba Mufti on Wednesday questioned the Jammu and Kashmir government's proposals for Ring Road and Satellite Townships, seeking transparency on the projects' beneficiaries. ... read..


"BJP has no belief in Constitution": Iqra Hasan criticise Amit Shah's remark on Ambedkar
New Delhi | December 18, 2024 8:12:54 PM IST
Samajwadi Party MP Iqra Hasan criticised Union Home Minister Amit Shah's remark on BR Ambedkar in Rajya Sabha saying that his speech clearly shows BJP has no belief in the Constitution and they keep breaking it. ... read..


Rashtrapati Nilayam to host 15-day flower festival from December 29
New Delhi | December 18, 2024 8:12:44 PM IST
Rashtrapati Nilayam, Bolarum, Secunderabad will host a 15-day Flower and Horticulture Festival 'Udyan Utsav' from December 29, 2024. ... read..


Two dead, 77 rescued as ferry capsizes off Mumbai coast; search underway for those missing
Mumbai (Maharashtra) | December 18, 2024 8:12:42 PM IST
A ferry capsized off the coast of Mumbai on Wednesday evening, leaving two persons dead. Around 77 people were rescued, and search operations are ongoing for five others who remain missing, officials said. ... read..


"This is logistically unsustainable": Adhir Ranjan Chowdhury on 'One Nation, One Election' bill
Kolkata, West Bengal | December 18, 2024 8:12:40 PM IST
Congress leader Adhir Ranjan Chowdhury alleged that the 'One Nation, One Election' Bill is an attempt by the Centre to "turn India into a presidential system of government." ... read..


Fire breaks out a Delhi's Safdarjung Enclave; brought under control
New Delhi | December 18, 2024 8:12:37 PM IST
A fire broke out at Udaan Bhawan in Delhi's Safdarjung Enclave on Tuesday, a fire officer said, adding that the sound of an explosion was heard. ... read..


Kejriwal launches 'Sanjeevani Yojana' for free elderly healthcare in Delhi
New Delhi | December 18, 2024 8:12:27 PM IST
Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) national convener and former Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal on Wednesday announced the launch of the 'Sanjeevani Yojana'. ... read..


Belong to a party which can never insult Ambedkarji, Kharge acting under Rahul Gandhi's pressure: Amit Shah
New Delhi | December 18, 2024 8:12:19 PM IST
Asserting that the Bharatiya Janata Party has always tried to follow the principles of BR Ambedkar, Union Home Minister Amit Shah said on Wednesday that he belongs to a party which can never insult the chief architect of the Constitution. ... read..


"Baba Saheb Ambedkar is like God," says Shiv Sena (UBT) leader Aaditya Thackrey, demands apology from Amit Shah
Nagpur (Maharashtra) | December 18, 2024 8:12:16 PM IST
Shiv Sena (UBT) leader Aaditya Thackrey on Wednesday demanded an apology from Union Home Minister Amit Shah for insulting Baba Saheb Ambedkar and said that Baba Saheb is like God. ... read..


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