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Manipur: Security forces recover weapons, other war-like stores from various districts

Delhi | January 13, 2025 1:12:19 PM IST

Security forces recovered 19 weapons, ammunition and war-like stores from various districts of ethnic strife-hit Manipur during a series of joint operations that took place between January 6 and January 9, an official release said on Monday. ... read..

MP govt plans to ban liquor in religious cities, says CM Mohan Yadav

Bhopal (Madhya Pradesh) | January 13, 2025 12:42:38 PM IST

Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Mohan Yadav has said that his government was thinking of revising its policies in religious cities in the state and planning to ban liquor in those cities. ... read..

"60 per cent terrorists killed in J&K are Pakistanis": Army chief

New Delhi | January 13, 2025 12:42:33 PM IST

Indian Army Chief General Upendra Dwivedi on Monday said that 60 per cent of terrorists killed in Jammu and Kashmir were Pakistani nationals. While apprising the media about security issues in northern borders, the Army chief said that the situation was " ... read..

Satyendar Jain defamation case: "Complaint politically motivated," argues counsel for BJP MP Bansuri Swaraj

New Delhi | January 13, 2025 12:42:31 PM IST

In a significant development in the ongoing defamation case filed by former Delhi Minister Satyendar Jain against BJP MP Bansuri Swaraj, the counsel for BJP MP has made submissions in the Rouse Avenue court, alleging that the complaint against her is poli ... read..

BJP is anti-poor, they plan to raze slums in Delhi: AAP leader Priyanka Kakkar

New Delhi | January 13, 2025 12:42:30 PM IST

AAP leader Priyanka Kakkar on Monday, defended Arvind Kejriwal's allegations against Delhi LG on Shakur Basti slum land use, accusing BJP of being "anti-poor" and using bulldozers against slum dwellers. ... read..

Cold wave grips north India; temperature in Karnal drops to 7.2C

Chandigarh | January 13, 2025 12:42:26 PM IST

A thin layer of fog blanketed Chandigarh on Monday morning as the cold wave gripped the city. ... read..

"Documents show land use of slum area changed": AAP hits back at Delhi LG over Shakur Basti row

New Delhi | January 13, 2025 12:12:37 PM IST

Amid a faceoff between Delhi LG VK Saxena and Arvind Kejriwal over a slum, the Aam Aadmi Party on Monday, citing the meeting of the Delhi Development Authority (DDA), claimed that the LG's lie has been caught and he should apologize for it. ... read..

"Way you dragged your feet raises doubts": Delhi HC questions Delhi govt over delay in action on CAG reports

New Delhi | January 13, 2025 12:12:35 PM IST

The Delhi High Court on Monday criticised the Delhi Government for its delay in addressing the CAG reports, stating, "The way you have dragged your feet raises doubts about your bona fides." ... read..

"INDI alliance was based on situation," says BJP's Shehzad Poonawalla

New Delhi | January 13, 2025 12:12:30 PM IST

Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leader Shehzad Poonawalla on Monday launched a scathing attack on the Congress-led INDIA alliance saying that the alliance was based on the 'situation'. ... read..

Srinagar: Thin layer of ice forms on Dal Lake as cold wave continues to engulf Kashmir

Srinagar (Jammu & Kashmir) | January 13, 2025 12:12:27 PM IST

Amid the ongoing cold wave in the Kashmir valley, the iconic Dal Lake in Srinagar developed a thin layer of ice on its surface on Monday. Earlier, on Sunday, Srinagar had recorded a steep decline of 3.1 degrees Celcius in its seasonal minimum temperature, ... read..

"Cover-up": BJP's Nalin Kohli slams Atishi's crowdfunding campaign

New Delhi | January 13, 2025 12:12:25 PM IST

BJP leader Nalin Kohli on Monday slammed Delhi Chief Minister Atishi over her crowdfunding campaign for the upcoming assembly elections, questioning the move amid AAP's ongoing corruption charges in the liquor and excise scams. Kohli also alleged that the ... read..

"Documents are absolutely clear, BJP's lie has been caught": Delhi CM Atishi amid Shakur Basti row

New Delhi | January 13, 2025 12:12:20 PM IST

Amid a row over Shakur Basti in New Delhi, Delhi Chief Minister Atishi said on Monday that the documents are "absolutely" clear and the BJP's lie has been caught. She also accused the BJP of "anti-slum" and "anti-poor" party. ... read..

"From security to health, all arrangements are in place": UP Deputy CM Brajesh Pathak as Maha Kumbh begins

Lucknow (Uttar Pradesh) | January 13, 2025 11:42:39 AM IST

As Maha Kumbh Mela commenced on Monday, Uttar Pradesh Deputy Chief Minister Brajesh Pathak welcomed all the devotees and emphasized that the state government has made all the arrangements from security to health. ... read..

Delhi Polls: Congress slams Kejriwal, Atishi over governance, crowdfunding; Dikshit accuses Kejriwal of "running away from public"

New Delhi | January 13, 2025 11:42:37 AM IST

The battle for Delhi has intensified, in a new political war of words the Congress party has attacked the ruling Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) over governance and Delhi Chief Minister Atishi's newly launched 'crowdfunding campaign', weeks before the assembly poll ... read..

"Hope this festival brings immense happiness to all": Mallikarjun Kharge extends Lohri greetings

New Delhi | January 13, 2025 11:42:35 AM IST

Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge extended heartfelt Lohri greetings to the nation, saying that he hopes this festival brings immense happiness to everyone. ... read..

J-K: PM Modi to inaugurate Sonamarg Tunnel today

New Delhi | January 13, 2025 11:42:30 AM IST

Prime Minister Narendra Modi will visit Jammu and Kashmir today and inaugurate the Sonmarg Tunnel, according to an official press release from the Prime Minister's Office (PMO). ... read..

Delhi High Court rejects appeal of NSCN-IM leader Alemla Jamir against denial of bail

New Delhi | January 13, 2025 11:42:28 AM IST

The Delhi High Court on Monday dismissed the appeal of Nagaland-Issac Muivah (NSCN-IN) leader Alemla Jamir. She had challenged the trial court order denying her bail in an NIA case. ... read..

'Kejriwal is deliberately lying and misleading people,' says Delhi LG over AAP Chief's claim on DDA

New Delhi | January 13, 2025 11:42:26 AM IST

Delhi LG VK Saxena on Monday, countered Arvind Kejriwal's claims, stating that no decision has been made to change the land use of the area in question. He pointed out that two of Kejriwal's MPs, Somnath Bharti and Dilip Pandey, were present at the DDA's ... read..

Kerala: PV Anvar submits resignation to Speaker, accuses leaders of changing their stand on corruption issue

Thiruvananthapuram (Kerala) | January 13, 2025 11:42:20 AM IST

Nilambur Independent MLA PV Anvar on Monday morning met Kerala Assembly Speaker AN Shamseer and submitted his resignation from the assembly. Anvar had recently joined Trinamool Congress (TMC) as the party's state coordinator. ... read..

Dialogue necessary to save, strengthen INDIA alliance: Shiv Sena (UBT) MP Sanjay Raut

Mumbai (Maharashtra) | January 13, 2025 11:42:15 AM IST

Amid speculation of internal discord within the INDIA alliance, Shiv Sena (UBT) MP Sanjay Raut said on Monday that, in the coming days, if the INDIA alliance has to be saved and strengthened, dialogue between alliance partners is necessary. ... read..

Maha Kumbh: Mankinds biggest gathering gets underway, 6 million devotees take Holy Dip on Paush Purnima

Prayagraj (Uttar Pradesh) | January 13, 2025 11:12:38 AM IST

The Maha Kumbh 2025 began on Monday, with 6 million devotees already taking a holy dip in the Sangam by 9:30 AM, according to the Uttar Pradesh government. ... read..

Maha Kumbh: Mankind's biggest gathering gets underway, 6 million devotees take Holy Dip on Paush Purnima

Prayagraj (Uttar Pradesh) | January 13, 2025 11:12:36 AM IST

The Maha Kumbh 2025 began on Monday, with 6 million devotees already taking a holy dip in the Sangam by 9:30 AM, according to the Uttar Pradesh government. ... read..

Congress' Abhishek Dutt slams AAP, BJP over demolition notices in Delhi

New Delhi | January 13, 2025 11:12:32 AM IST

Congress candidate from Kasturba Nagar assembly constituency Abhishek Dutt on Monday criticized AAP and BJP for neglecting residents of Delhi's Rajiv Camp, claiming over 10,000 houses were demolished. ... read..

"Kejriwal should apologize for lying": BJP candidate Harish Khurana over Delhi LG-AAP Chief face off over slums

New Delhi | January 13, 2025 11:12:30 AM IST

In a sharp rebuttal to Arvind Kejriwal's recent statements on Delhi slum, BJP candidate from Moti Nagar Assembly, Harish Khurana on Monday accused the AAP Chief and his team of spreading falsehoods. ... read..

"Milegi Swasth Suraksha, hogi har zaroorat puri": Congress' Jairam Ramesh highlights "Jeevan Raksha Yojana" for Delhi polls

New Delhi | January 13, 2025 11:12:26 AM IST

Congress MP Jairam Ramesh on Monday emphasized that for a prosperous Delhi, Congress is necessary, citing the "Jeevan Raksha Yojana", a scheme announced by the party for the upcoming Delhi Assembly Polls, scheduled on February 5. ... read..

Minor girl injured in IED blast in Chhattisgarh's Sukma

Sukma (Chhattisgarh) | January 13, 2025 10:42:32 AM IST

A 10-year-old girl was injured in an improvised explosive device (IED) blast in Chhattisgarh's Sukma, the police said on Monday. ... read..

Maha Kumbh proud symbol of India's spiritual, cultural heritage: Uttar Pradesh CM Yogi

Lucknow (Uttar Pradesh) | January 13, 2025 10:42:29 AM IST

Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Monday praised the beginning of Maha Kumbh 2025 in Prayagraj, calling it a proud symbol of India's spiritual and cultural heritage, embodying the essence of "unity in diversity." ... read..

'Rs 1 cr fine, life imprisonment': Minister's warning to 'cheating mafias' ahead of UP board exams

Lucknow | January 13, 2025 10:42:25 AM IST

Uttar Pradesh's Minister of State for Secondary Education Gulab Devi has expressed confidence that the state government will ensure a 'cheating-free' conduct of the UP Board examinations this time in the same manner it has done in 'the previous years'. ... read..

Sangam Nose draws largest gathering as devotees throng all ghats during first holy bath of Maha Kumbh

Prayagraj (Uttar Pradesh) | January 13, 2025 10:42:19 AM IST

The grand Mahakumbh 2025 began with an overwhelming display of faith, devotion, and spiritual unity, creating a spectacle reminiscent of the spiritual grandeur witnessed once in 144 years, said an official press release. ... read..

Tamil Nadu: Flight operations affected at Chennai Airport due to poor visibility

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | January 13, 2025 10:42:17 AM IST

Flight operations were affected at the Chennai International Airport due to poor visibility amid dense fog conditions in Tamil Nadu. ... read..

Ayodhya: Devotees visit Ram Janmbhoomi Temple on last day of three-day festival

Ayodhya (Uttar Pradesh) | January 13, 2025 10:12:34 AM IST

As today marks the last day of the three-day festival to celebrate the first anniversary of the Ram Temple's Pran Pratishtha, a large number of devotees flocked to the Ram Janmbhoomi temple in Ayodhya on Monday. ... read..

Maha Kumbh 2025: 40 lakh devotees take holy dip at Sangam as of 8:00 AM on day one, says UP govt

Prayagraj (Uttar Pradesh) | January 13, 2025 10:12:32 AM IST

As the Maha Kumbh 2025 begins on Monday, 40 lakh devotees have already taken a holy dip in the Sangam by 8:00 AM, as per the Uttar Pradesh government. The 45-day religious event, which began with the holy bath today, is set to witness the largest-ever hum ... read..

"This Kumbh will be grand, divine, digital, and secure": Uttar Pradesh DGP Prashant Kumar

Prayagraj (Uttar Pradesh) | January 13, 2025 10:12:30 AM IST

As the Maha Kumbh Mela commenced on Monday with a large number of devotees taking 'Snan', Uttar Pradesh's Director General of Police, Prashant Kumar highlighted the fusion of faith and modernity in this year's event, emphasized the use of advanced technol ... read..

Delhi feels the cold as Minimum temperature dips to 9.4C at Safdarjung, 9.6C at Palam

New Delhi | January 13, 2025 10:12:25 AM IST

Cold weather continued to persist in Delhi on Monday and a thick blanket of fog enveloped the national capital in the morning causing a dip in visibility and affecting the schedules of many trains. ... read..

Over 10,000 personnel deployed for Maha Kumbh: UP Police

Prayagraj (Uttar Pradesh) | January 13, 2025 10:12:24 AM IST

The Uttar Pradesh police on Monday morning carried out inspections at the location where the much-awaited 2025 Maha Kumbh Mela was being held. The police were seen riding horseback for crowd management and patrolling. Over 10,000 personnel associated with ... read..

Man arrested for allegedly cutting off udders of three cows in Bengaluru

Bengaluru (Karnataka) | January 13, 2025 9:42:32 AM IST

A 30-year-old man was arrested, in connection with a case, for allegedly severing the udders of three cows in the Vinayaka Nagar area of the city, police said, adding that he was remanded to judicial custody till January 24. ... read..

Delhi Assembly Polls: AAP candidate Atishi to file nomination today from Kalkaji seat

New Delhi | January 13, 2025 9:42:30 AM IST

Delhi Chief Minister and AAP candidate Atishi will file her nomination today from the Kalkaji Assembly Constituency for the Delhi Assembly polls, scheduled on February 5. ... read..

People burn waste items during 'Bhogi' as the first day of the Pongal festival begins

Puducherry (Tamil Nadu) | January 13, 2025 9:42:26 AM IST

The celebration of Pongal began across South India on Monday with 'Bhogi' or burning of old and unwanted items like old clothes, mats and broomsticks in the belief that new things will usher into their lives. ... read..

KN Kasmikoya elected as BJP Lakshadweep president for second time

Kochi (Kerala) | January 13, 2025 9:12:39 AM IST

Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leader KN Kasmikoya has been re-elected as the president of the party's Lakshadweep unit, securing a second term. His re-election points out a crucial moment in the party's ongoing campaign to consolidate power in the islands. ... read..

Maha Kumbh 2025: Devotees gather for 'Snan' on Paush Purnima at Triveni Sangam

Prayagraj (Uttar Pradesh) | January 13, 2025 9:12:38 AM IST

Maha Kumbh 2025, the biggest human gathering in the world saw devotees queuing for the 'Snan' or holy dip on the auspicious occasion of Paush Purnima. Devotees from across the globe have gathered in Prayagraj, Uttar Pradesh, to take a holy dip at the sacr ... read..

TN: Devotees flock to Sankara Rameshwarar Temple in Thoothukudi to celebrate Thiruvathirai

Thoothukudi (Tamil Nadu) | January 13, 2025 9:12:36 AM IST

A large number of devotees flocked to the temples to offer their prayers on the occasion of the Thiruvathirai festival in Tamil Nadu's Thoothukudi. ... read..

IMD issues 'orange alert' across Delhi-NCR, dense fog condition likely

New Delhi | January 13, 2025 9:12:34 AM IST

According to the India Meteorological Department, dense fog Conditions are very likely in the Delhi/NCR region and an orange alert was issued regarding the same. ... read..

President Murmu extends greetings on Lohri, Makar Sankranti, Pongal, Magh Bihu

New Delhi | January 13, 2025 9:12:31 AM IST

President Droupadi Murmu on Monday extended her heartfelt greetings to the citizens of the nations on the occasion of Lohri, Makar Sankranti, Pongal and Magh Bihu. ... read..

'Water integral to Sanatan culture, source of life and divine existence': Swami Avdheshanand Giri Maharaj

Prayagraj (Uttar Pradesh) | January 13, 2025 9:12:30 AM IST

Swami Avdheshanand Giri Maharaj of Juna Akhara, highlighted the significance of water in Sanatan culture & its life-giving properties. ... read..

Several leaders participates in Bhogi festival celebrations in Telangana, Andhra Pradesh

Hyderabad (Telangana) | January 13, 2025 9:12:26 AM IST

Several leaders celebrated and extended their wishes on the occasion of the Bhogi festival, one of the prominent harvest festivals in the country. ... read..

People throng Sultan Shah Dargah Unity Fair in Tripura

Agartala (Tripura) | January 13, 2025 9:12:25 AM IST

People from different beliefs visited the Sultan Shah Dargah Unity Fair in Tripura, held annually on the 24th day of the Bengali month of Poush. ... read..

"Special day for crores of people who cherish Bharatiya values, culture": PM Modi on Maha Kumbh

New Delhi | January 13, 2025 9:12:18 AM IST

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday praised the beginning of Maha Kumbh 2025 in Prayagraj, calling it a "very special day" for crores of people who uphold Indian values and culture. ... read..

Maharashtra Dy CM Shinde attends 'Autofest-2025' in Thane, reminisces about his journey from auto-rickshaw driver to politician

Thane (Maharashtra) | January 13, 2025 8:42:23 AM IST

Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde attended the three-day 'Autofest-2025' in Thane, where he reflected on his early days as an auto-rickshaw driver before entering politics. ... read..

UP police set up floating chowki as Maha Kumbh begins with Paush Purnima at Triveni Sangam

Prayagraj (Uttar Pradesh) | January 13, 2025 8:42:18 AM IST

The Uttar Pradesh police have set up a special floating police chowki (post) to assist devotees as the 45-day-long Maha Kumbh commenced on Monday, starting with the auspicious occasion of Paush Purnima. ... read..

"Arvind Kejriwal has failed to provide houses to slum dwellers": BJP MP Praveen Khandelwal

New Delhi | January 13, 2025 7:12:29 AM IST

Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) MP Praveen Khandelwal hits back at Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) national convener Arvind Kejriwal, saying that has failed to provide houses to the slum dwellers in the national capital in 10 years. ... read..

Aarti performed in Prayagraj to offer prayers for peace of souls who lost lives in Tibet, Nepal earthquakes

Prayagraj (Uttar Pradesh) | January 13, 2025 6:42:20 AM IST

An aarti was performed at the Sangam in Prayagraj to offer prayers for the peace of the souls who lost their lives in the devastating earthquakes that struck Tibet and Nepal on January 7. ... read..

Delhi HC grants bail to Portuguese national wanted in London Pub rape case

New Delhi | January 13, 2025 6:42:18 AM IST

The Delhi High Court has granted regular bail to a fugitive criminal a Portuguese National who is wanted and accused in a 2017 London pub rape case. ... read..

Prayagraj: Devotees take holy dip as Maha Kumbh begins with 'Shahi Snan' on Paush Purnima

Prayagraj (Uttar Pradesh) | January 13, 2025 6:12:18 AM IST

Prayagraj witnessed a large gathering of devotees at Triveni Sangam as Maha Kumbh commenced with the 'Shahi Snan' on the auspicious occasion of Paush Purnima on Monday. ... read..

"We salute the courage of our security forces": Chhattigsarh CM Vishnu Deo Sai on Bijapur encounter

Raipur (Chhattisgarh) | January 13, 2025 5:12:19 AM IST

Chhattisgarh Chief Minister Vishnu Deo Sai saluted the courage of the security forces after five Naxalites were killed in an encounter with security forces on Sunday in Chhattisgarh's Bijapur. ... read..

Maha Kumbh: "Attention paid to infrastructure of railway stations," says Railway Board Chairman Satish Kumar

New Delhi | January 13, 2025 5:12:18 AM IST

Railway Board Chairman Satish Kumar talked about the preparations made for the Mahakumbh, saying that attention has been paid to the infrastructure of the railway stations. ... read..

PM Modi has lunch with young leaders, holds insightful discussions

New Delhi | January 13, 2025 4:42:17 AM IST

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday spent around six hours with young leaders at the Viksit Bharat Young Leaders Dialogue on National Youth Day held at Bharat Mandapam in the national capital. ... read..

Helicopter ride at Mahakumbh at Rs 1,296 for tourists

Prayagraj (Uttar Pradesh) | January 13, 2025 3:42:16 AM IST

Under the leadership of Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath, Mahakumbh 2025 is all set to offer new and exciting experiences to the visitors. ... read..

"It's my job to follow traditions": Swami Kailashanand Giri on Laurene Powell Jobs not being allowed to touch Kashi Vishwanath Shivling

Prayagraj (Uttar Pradesh) | January 13, 2025 2:42:19 AM IST

Laurene Powell Jobs, wife of the late Apple co-founder Steve Jobs, reached Spiritual Leader Swami Kailashanand Giri Maharaj's Ashram in Uttar Pradesh's Prayagraj on Sunday. ... read..

Mahant of Nirmohi Akharam, Digambar Akhara and Nirvani Ani Akhara inspect route for 'Shahi Snan'

Prayagraj (Uttar Pradesh) | January 13, 2025 2:42:15 AM IST

Mahant of Nirmohi Akhara, Digambar Akhara and Nirvani Ani Akhara inspected the route for the 'Rajsi Snan' (Shahi Snan) built from the saints camps to the Sangam Ghat on Sunday. ... read..

Maharashtra: Six dead, 5 injured in tempo-truck collision on Nashik Mumbai Highway

Nashik (Maharashtra) | January 13, 2025 1:12:45 AM IST

At least six people died while five others were injured in a collision between a tempo and a truck on the Nashik Mumbai Highway flyover on Sunday, police said. ... read..

Union Minister HD Kumaraswamy demands strict action against those responsible for 'mutilating' cows' udders

Bengaluru (Karnataka) | January 13, 2025 12:42:20 AM IST

Expressing strong outrage over the incident of alleged 'mutilating cows' udders in Chamarajpet, Union Minister HD Kumaraswamy condemned the act as "utterly heinous and grotesque." ... read..

It is impossible to finish Kumaraswamy, says HD Deve Gowda

Bengaluru (Karnataka) | January 12, 2025 11:42:56 PM IST

Former Prime Minister HD Deve Gowda on Sunday slammed the Congress for attempting to weaken Union Minister HD Kumaraswamy and the JD(S), asserting that "their dream will never come true." ... read..

"Will achieve bigger victory in municipal election": Amit Shah says to Maharashtra party leaders

Ahilyanagar (Maharashtra) | January 12, 2025 11:42:54 PM IST

Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Sunday exuded confidence that the Bharatiya Janata Party will win the upcoming Mumbai Municipal Corporation elections in an even huge manner than the last Maharashtra assembly elections. ... read..

Traffic plan for Maha Kumbh in Prayagraj: Diversions, parking details for devotees

Prayagraj (Uttar Pradesh) | January 12, 2025 11:42:39 PM IST

Traffic Police authorities have made elaborate arrangements and implemented a detailed plan to ensure smooth vehicular movement and safety for devotees visiting the Maha Kumbh Mela in Uttar Pradesh's Prayagraj, which begins Monday. ... read..

Delhi LG Saxena calls Kejriwal's allegations on slum land use "a complete lie", warns action by DDA

New Delhi | January 12, 2025 11:42:35 PM IST

Delhi Lieutenant Governor VK Saxena on Sunday slammed Aam Aadmi Party chief Arvind Kejriwal, calling his statement on Shakur Basti "a complete lie." ... read..

"Alliance still intact...SP stands with parties against BJP": Akhilesh Yadav reaffirms 'unity' in INDIA bloc

Lucknow (Uttar Pradesh) | January 12, 2025 11:42:32 PM IST

Samajwadi Party chief Akhilesh Yadav affirmed the unity of the INDIA bloc on Sunday, saying that the aim of the bloc is to gather regional parties against the Bharatiya Janata Party. ... read..

Maha Kumbh: Spiritual leader Mahant Balveer Giri urges devotees to worship outside 'Lete Hue Hanuman Ji' temple

Prayagraj (Uttar Pradesh) | January 12, 2025 11:42:30 PM IST

Spiritual leader Mahant Balveer Giri on Sunday urged devotees to not enter the 'Lete Hue Hanuman Ji' temple and worship from outside the temple on Makar Sankranti, January 14. ... read..

BSF recovers glock pistol and heroin in suspected drone drop near Punjab border

Ferozepur (Punjab) | January 12, 2025 11:42:28 PM IST

The Punjab Frontier of the Border Security Force (BSF) on Sunday recovered a Glock pistol with a magazine and suspected heroin weighing 548 grams from a farming field in the Ferozepur district, the BSF said in a release. ... read..

Delhi Polls: Congress announces Rs 8,500 to educated unemployed youth under new scheme

New Delhi | January 12, 2025 11:42:26 PM IST

Congress leader Sachin Pilot on Sunday unveiled the party's 'Yuva Udaan Yojana,' scheme aimed at providing Rs 8500 financial assistance and skill development opportunities for unemployed educated youth in Delhi. ... read..

Karnataka Dy CM Shivakumar asks Vokkaliga Sangha officials to postpone meet on caste census

Bengaluru (Karnataka) | January 12, 2025 11:42:23 PM IST

Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar on Sunday said he has asked the Vokkaliga Sangha officials to postpone the meeting on caste census. ... read..

PM Modi engages with youth to realise the dream of Viksit Bharat

New Delhi | January 12, 2025 11:42:21 PM IST

On the occasion of National Youth Day, commemorating the birth anniversary of Swami Vivekananda on Sunday, Prime Minister Narendra Modi participated in the Viksit Bharat Young Leaders Dialogue 2025 at Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi. ... read..

MP govt aims to attain 100 pass percentage for 10th, 12th students by 2030: CM Mohan Yadav

Bhopal (Madhya Pradesh) | January 12, 2025 11:42:19 PM IST

After launching the Swami Vivekananda Yuva Shakti Mission, Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Mohan Yadav said on Sunday that his government has set a target for achieving 100 per cent pass percentage for students appearing in the 10th and 12th examinations by ... read..

"Has Congress ever gone to Mhow?": BJP Scheduled Caste State President ahead of Rahul Gandhi's MP visit

Indore (Madhya Pradesh) | January 12, 2025 11:12:47 PM IST

Ahead of Lok Sabha Leader of Opposition Rahul Gandhi's scheduled visit to Mhow, Madhya Pradesh on January 27, Bharatiya Janata Party Scheduled Caste State President Kailash Jatav slammed the Congress party, saying it "betrayed" Bhimrao Ambedkar twice and ... read..

Lakshadweep: First-ever high-speed craft vessel berths at Amini Island's western jetty

Kochi (Kerala) | January 12, 2025 11:12:45 PM IST

In a landmark moment for Lakshadweep's infrastructure development, the first-ever high-speed craft (HSC) vessel has successfully berthed at the western jetty on Amini Island, marking a significant leap in transportation and connectivity, said a release sa ... read..

Fire breaks out at private firm in Pune's Pimpri Chinchwad

Pune (Maharashtra) | January 12, 2025 11:12:43 PM IST

A massive fire broke out in a private firm in the Pimpri Chinchwad area of Pune on Sunday night, officials said. ... read..

"Going to be historic day for J-K": BJP's Sunil Sharma on PM Modi's Sonmarg visit

Sonmarg (Jammu and Kashmir) | January 12, 2025 11:12:40 PM IST

Ahead of Prime Minister Narendra Modi's Sonmarg visit, senior Bharatiya Janata Party leader Sunil Sharma on Sunday said that it is going to be a "historic day" for Jammu and Kashmir, adding that the Central government will soon inaugurate the Zojila Tunne ... read..

31 Bangladeshi nationals arrested in Tamil Nadu's Tiruppur district for illegal stay

Coimbatore (Tamil Nadu) | January 12, 2025 11:12:38 PM IST

The Anti-Terrorist Squad (ATS) in Coimbatore has arrested 31 Bangladeshi nationals from the Palladam area of Tiruppur district for illegally residing in the country, police said on Sunday. ... read..

"CAG Report exposed Kejriwal's reality in front of everyone": Congress' Sandeep Dikshit on 'liquor scam'

New Delhi | January 12, 2025 11:12:35 PM IST

Congress candidate Sandeep Dikshit lashed out at Aam Aadmi Party national convener Arvind Kejriwal over the recent Comptroller and Auditor General (CAG) report on the alleged 'liquor scam' and said the former Chief Minister's reality has been exposed in f ... read..

Uttarakhand CM Dhami attends joint conference event organised by Agravaishya organisations

Dehradun (Uttarakhand) | January 12, 2025 11:12:33 PM IST

Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami on Sunday participated in a joint conference programme organised by Agravaishya organisations at a private hotel located on GMS Road, Dehradun. The CM congratulated the people of the Agravaishya community and ... read..

Maha Kumbh is an opportunity to know cultural and spiritual grandeur of UP and India, says CM Yogi

Gorakhpur (Uttar Pradesh) | January 12, 2025 11:12:32 PM IST

Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath highlighted the significance of Maha Kumbh 2025, calling it a unique opportunity for people from across the country and the world to witness Uttar Pradesh and India's cultural and spiritual grandeur. ... read..

Andhra CM Chandrababu Naidu shares his vision and ideas on zero poverty initiative

Amaravati (Andhra Pradesh) | January 12, 2025 11:12:30 PM IST

Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister Chandrababu Naidu on Sunday shared his vision and ideas on the zero poverty initiative, emphasising the P4 (Public-Private-People Partnership) model to reduce economic inequalities and improve the standard of living for all, ... read..

Delhi: Two dead, one Injured in bike truck collision

New Delhi | January 12, 2025 11:12:28 PM IST

Two people were killed and one injured after the bike they were riding collided with a truck in New Delhi's Mahadev Chowk on Sunday, the police said. ... read..

Railways invested Rs 5,000 cr for Maha Kumbh 2025, Minister says, "We have been preparing for three years"

New Delhi | January 12, 2025 10:42:37 PM IST

Ahead of the Maha Kumbh 2025, which begins on Monday, Railways Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw said on Sunday that the Railways has invested Rs 5000 crores over the last three years to enhance the infrastructure for the festival, including new platforms, double ... read..

Mahakumbh 2025: Baba Jai Gurudev's followers organise vegetarian awareness rally in Prayagraj

Prayagraj (Uttar Pradesh) | January 12, 2025 10:42:32 PM IST

The Mahakumbh in Prayagraj is not just a religious gathering, but also a platform for spreading social messages. A day before the start of the bathing festival, followers of Baba Jai Gurudev organized a vegetarian awareness rally in the Mahakumbh Nagar ar ... read..

"No fear of government among miscreants": Ex-Karnataka CM Bommai slams Congress over cow udders severing incident in Bengaluru

Bengaluru (Karnataka) | January 12, 2025 10:42:24 PM IST

Former Karnataka Chief Minister and MP Basavaraj Bommai has condemned the alleged severing of the udders of cows in Bengaluru's Vinayaka Nagar, calling it an inhumane act and criticizing the state government for its failure to protect animals. ... read..

Maharashtra: CM Fadnavis debunks rumours of Mahayuti discontinuing 'Ladki Bahin Yojana'

Shirdi (Maharashtra) | January 12, 2025 10:42:21 PM IST

Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadanvis on Sunday debunked rumours that the Mahayuti government will discontinue the 'Ladki Bahin Yojana' and said that each scheme including this has been implemented for the benefit of women, downtrodden, and the mar ... read..

Uttarakhand: Juna Akhara saint found dead in flat in Haridwar, police launches probe

Hardiwar (Uttarakhand) | January 12, 2025 10:42:19 PM IST

A saint belonging to the Juna Akhara, residing in Shanti Bhavan located in the Kankhal police station area of Haridwar, was found dead, said the police on Sunday. ... read..

"Natural for selfish people to get divided...": Giriraj Singh slams INDIA bloc

Patna (Bihar) | January 12, 2025 10:42:17 PM IST

Union Minister Giriraj Singh on Sunday said that the INDIA bloc was formed due to the "fear" of Prime Minister Narendra Modi and it is "natural" that they will get divided. ... read..

Himachal CM Sukhu lays foundation stone for Rs 5.11 crore bridge to connect remote areas

Shimla (Himachal Pradesh) | January 12, 2025 10:12:24 PM IST

Himachal Pradesh Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu on Sunday laid the foundation stone for a bridge to be built over Maseh Khad at a cost of Rs 5.11 crore. ... read..

Delhi Elections: BJP names Mohan Bisht from Mustafabad constituency in third list

New Delhi | January 12, 2025 10:12:22 PM IST

The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) on Sunday released its third list for the upcoming Delhi assembly elections, scheduled for February 5. ... read..

Maha Kumbh is symbol of India's unity in diversity: Union Minister Gajendra Singh Shekhawat

Prayagraj (Uttar Pradesh) | January 12, 2025 10:12:19 PM IST

Union Minister Gajendra Singh Shekhawat on Sunday visited Prayagraj ahead of Maha Kumbh 2025 and inaugurated "Mahakumbh Kalagram." ... read..

States and UTs unite at Chintan Shivir to strengthen welfare and development initiatives for women and children: Union Minister Annpurna Devi

New Delhi | January 12, 2025 9:42:30 PM IST

The Ministry of Women and Child Development, Government of India, successfully organized a Chintan Shivir from January 10-12 in Rajasthan's Udaipur. ... read..

After AIADMK, NDA to boycott Erode East by-polls, says focus on "eliminating" DMK in 2026

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | January 12, 2025 9:42:27 PM IST

After AIADMK and DMDK, the Bharatiya Janata Party-led NDA also announced the boycott of the upcoming assembly by-polls in the Erode East constituency on Sunday. ... read..

Maha Kumbh: Prayagraj Railway Division devises special action plan ahead of Makar Sankranti

By Gaurav Arora Prayagraj (Uttar Pradesh) | January 12, 2025 9:42:25 PM IST

Preparations for Maha Kumbh 2025 are in their final stages and Prayagraj Railway Division has devised a special action plan for railway stations ahead of Makar Sankranti on January 14. ... read..

Miscreants cut off udders of three cows in Bengaluru, case registered

Bengaluru (Karnataka) | January 12, 2025 9:42:24 PM IST

Bengaluru police have registered a case allegedly after unidentified miscreants allegedly severed the udders of three cows in the Vinayaka Nagar area of the city, officials said on Sunday. ... read..

J-K: 9th Armed Forces Veterans' Day to be celebrated at Tanda Artillery Brigade in Akhnoor

New Delhi | January 12, 2025 9:42:22 PM IST

The 9th Armed Forces Veterans' Day will be celebrated at Tanda Artillery Brigade in Jammu and Kashmir's Akhnoor district on January 14, a release said on Sunday. ... read..

'Big mistake': BJP MLA Mohan Singh Bisht on party fielding Kapil Mishra from Karawal Nagar for Delhi polls

New Delhi | January 12, 2025 9:42:17 PM IST

With the Bharatiya Janata Party's (BJP) second list out for the upcoming Delhi assembly poll elections, BJP's sitting MLA from Karawal Nagar, Mohan Singh Bisht termed the party's decision to field fellow BJP member Kapil Mishra from the constituency for t ... read..

Maharashtra people ended "betrayal politics" of Sharad Pawar, Uddhav Thackeray: Amit Shah

Shirdi (Maharashtra) | January 12, 2025 9:12:30 PM IST

Union Home Minister Amit Shah launched a scathing attack on Nationalist Congress Party (SCP) supremo Sharad Pawar and Shiv Sena (UBT) chief Uddhav Thackeray on Sunday, saying that the people of Maharashtra ended the politics of "betrayal" and "backstabbin ... read..

ICMR study reveals 15 lakh annual surgical site infections in India

By Shalini Bhardwaj New Delhi | January 12, 2025 9:12:28 PM IST

A recent report by the Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR) has revealed that approximately 15 lakh patients in India suffer from Surgical Site Infections (SSIs) annually. ... read..

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