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Kharge slams BJP: 'Dividing the nation, ignoring the poor'

Simdega (Jharkhand) | November 16, 2024 5:11:52 PM IST

Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge on Saturday launched a scathing attack on the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), accusing them of dividing the country and its underprivileged citizens. ... read..

"Shame on humanity": Congress leader Supriya Shrinate criticises Jhansi fire incident

Nashik (Maharashtra) | November 16, 2024 4:41:59 PM IST

Congress leader Supriya Shrinate on Saturday condemned the Jhansi Medical College blaze that claimed the lives of 10 newborns, calling it a "shame on humanity." ... read..

Maharashtra polls: Priyanka Gandhi challenges PM Modi, Amit Shah over caste census

Shirdi (Maharashtra) | November 16, 2024 4:41:55 PM IST

Congress leader Priyanka Gandhi Vadra on Saturday challenged Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Home Minister Amit Shah to publicly commit to conducting a caste census. ... read..

J-K: Machil sector in Kupwara receives fresh snowfall, enhances scenic charm of region

Kupwara (Jammu and Kashmir) | November 16, 2024 4:11:51 PM IST

The Machil sector in Kupwara district received fresh snowfall on Saturday morning, further enhancing the picturesque beauty of the region. ... read..

Jharkhand govt provided ID proofs to infiltrators, interests of tribals encroached: BJP Spokesperson Pratul Shah Deo

Ranchi (Jharkhand) | November 16, 2024 3:41:49 PM IST

Ahead of the second phase of Jharkhand Assembly polls, BJP Spokesperson Pratul Shah Deo alleged that the Jharkhand Government's special branch provided documents and ID proofs to infiltrators and the interests of tribals at Santhal Pargana have been encro ... read..

Chhattisgarh: Five naxalites killed, large number of weapons recovered as exchange of firing underway in Kanker Narayanpur Border

Kanker (Chhattisgarh) | November 16, 2024 3:12:05 PM IST

Five Naxalites were killed and a large number of weapons were recovered as the exchange of firing taking place between security forces and Naxals in the jungle of Abujhmadh at Kanker Narayanpur Border is underway in Chhattisgarh on Saturday morning. ... read..

Kerala: Devotees flock to Sabarimala Temple as annual Mandala-Makaravilakku festival begins

Pathanamthitta (Kerala) | November 16, 2024 3:12:03 PM IST

Thousands of devotees of Lord Ayyappa gathered to offer prayers at the Sabarimala temple in Pathanamthitta district of Kerala on Saturday. ... read..

SC asks Centre to look into ground situation on menstrual hygiene in schools

New Delhi | November 16, 2024 3:12:02 PM IST

The Supreme Court has asked the Centre to clarify the the aspects highlighted by the petitioner relating to ground situation on menstrual hygiene in schools before implementing the policy. ... read..

Sukhbir Singh Badal resigns as Shiromani Akali Dal President

Chandigarh (Punjab) | November 16, 2024 3:11:54 PM IST

Shiromani Akali Dal President Sukhbir Singh Badal stepped down on Saturday, clearing the way for the election of a new leader. ... read..

Maharashtra: Turmeric farmers in Hingoli struggle amid price uncertainty

By Ravi Bhushan Dwivedi Hingoli (Maharashtra) | November 16, 2024 3:11:53 PM IST

Farmers in Hingoli, Maharashtra, renowned for turmeric production, face challenges as fluctuating market rates leave them with little control over their earnings. ... read..

Women voters have confidence in state govt, Mahayuti confident of getting majority: Shiv Sena leader Neelam Gorhe

Mumbai (Maharashtra) | November 16, 2024 3:11:50 PM IST

Shiv Sena leader Neelam Gorhe asserted that after the implementation of the Ladli Behan scheme women voters have trust in the state government and Mahayuti is confident of getting the majority. ... read..

"Infiltration major issue; Hemant govt going away and NDA coming to power": BJP's Babulal Marandi

Giridih (Jharkhand) | November 16, 2024 2:42:06 PM IST

Jharkhand BJP Chief Babulal Marandi said on Saturday that infiltration is the main issue in the state and as per the feedback they have gathered, the Hemant Soren government is going away and NDA is coming to power. ... read..

Amit Shah slams JMM, Congress for misleading tribals; assures UCC won't impact them

Dumka (Jharkhand) | November 16, 2024 2:42:01 PM IST

Home Minister Amit Shah on Saturday addressed a public meeting in the Dumka Assembly Constituency, where he lashed out at the Jharkhand Mukti Morcha (JMM) and Congress for allegedly misleading the tribal community and protecting infiltrators. ... read..

IIFOMAS Symposium on Mine action concludes with renewed commitment to safer world

New Delhi | November 16, 2024 2:41:56 PM IST

India International Forum on Mine Action and Safety (IIFOMAS), an initiative of Horizon Safer World Foundation (HSWF), organized a Symposium on Mine Action in New Delhi with theme "Mine Action: Pathways to a Safer World," that brought together global lead ... read..

Delhi Court grants regular bail to businessman Rajesh Katyal in money laundering case

New Delhi | November 16, 2024 2:41:55 PM IST

A Delhi court has granted regular bail to businessman Rajesh Katyal, who was arrested by the Enforcement Directorate (ED) for his alleged involvement in laundering over Rs 200 crore in proceeds of crime (POC) through his companies. ... read..

Manipur women vendors protest after alleged abductions amid rising tensions

Imphal (Manipur) | November 16, 2024 2:41:50 PM IST

Manipur's women vendors have taken to the streets in protest as the situation escalates and tensions remain high in the state, which has been marred by violence since May last year, following the alleged abduction of six individuals and the discovery of t ... read..

Narcotics Control Bureau seizes 82.53 kg cocaine in Delhi, four arrested in major bust

New Delhi | November 16, 2024 2:12:05 PM IST

In a breakthrough against the drug trafficking syndicates operating in India, especially in the Delhi NCR Region, the Narcotics Control Bureau recovered 82.53 Kg of high-grade cocaine and arrested four people in this matter. ... read..

Maharashtra DY CM Fadnavis slams Maulana Sajjad Nomani for 'divisive' remarks, BJP urgres ECI action

Nagpur (Maharashtra) | November 16, 2024 2:12:02 PM IST

Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis on Saturday lashed out at Maulana Khalilur Rehman Sajjad Nomani for his alleged divisive remarks and accused the Congress and its allies of using polarisation tactics to gain votes ahead of the elections ... read..

"Ghuspetiya andar aa rahe aur Shah sahab so rahe": Kharge counters BJP's infiltration issue in Jharkhand

Jamtara (Jharkhand) | November 16, 2024 2:11:59 PM IST

As the BJP constantly evoked the issue of infiltration in Jharkhand, Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge said on Saturday that the BJP is scaring everyone in the name of infiltrators and when there is their government in the Centre, why can't they stop ... read..

'Fight of ideology': Rahul Gandhi accuses BJP of 'Murder of Constitution,' slams Maharashtra power grab

Amravati (Maharshtra) | November 16, 2024 2:11:56 PM IST

Leader of the Opposition in the Lok Sabha and Congress leader Rahul Gandhi on Saturday drew a sharp rhetoric to the ruling BJP and its alliance over the 'blank constitution row,' saying while the Constitution may remain blank to the BJP and RSS but for th ... read..

"Devendra Fadnavis and associates trying to create discord by using word of Vote Jihad": NCP-SP Chief Sharad Pawar

Satara (Maharashtra) | November 16, 2024 2:11:53 PM IST

NCP (SP) Chief Sharad Pawar on Saturday addressed a press conference ahead of the Maharashtra elections where he attacked the Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis said that he along with his associates were trying to create religious discor ... read..

"It's going to be a huge rally": Congress leader on Priyanka Gandhi's campaign in Maharashtra's Shirdi

Shirdi (Maharashtra) | November 16, 2024 1:41:59 PM IST

Ahead of the Congress leader Priyanka Gandhi Vadra's election campaign in Maharashtra's Shirdi today, party leader Balasaheb Thorat said that a lot of people are going to come and it is going to be a huge rally. ... read..

"BJP govt has no answers on Maharashtra's rising unemployment": Congress leader P Chidambaram

Mumbai (Maharashtra) | November 16, 2024 1:41:54 PM IST

In a news conference held in Mumbai, former Union minister and Congress leader P Chidambaram voiced concerns over the rising unemployment rate and poverty in Maharashtra. ... read..

Nand Nagri murder case: Investigation reveals old rivalry led to murder, relatives of deceased demand justice

New Delhi | November 16, 2024 1:41:53 PM IST

In the wake of the stabbing to death of 28-year-old Manish in Sunder Nagari under PS Nand Nagri, Delhi Police said that both the accused and the victim had a criminal background, and investigation suggested that an old rivalry lead to the murder. Relative ... read..

Meghalaya CM Conrad Sagma and Union Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia announce foundation for 'skywalk project' at Mawkdok

Shillong (Meghalaya) | November 16, 2024 1:41:48 PM IST

Meghalaya Chief Minister Conrad K. Sangma and Union DoNER Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia on Friday announced the foundation for the 'skywalk project' at Mawkdok in East Khasi Hills at the Shillong Cherry Blossom Festival. ... read..

Swati Maliwal assault case: Court seeks police's response on Bibhav Kumar's plea challenging cognizance taken against him

New Delhi | November 16, 2024 1:12:06 PM IST

Delhi's Tis Hazari Court on Saturday issued notice to Delhi police on Bibhav Kumar's revision petition challenging the cognizance of the charge sheet filed against him. His matter is pending before the Court. ... read..

J-K: Machil sector in Kupwara receives fresh snowall, enhances scenic charm of region

Kupwara (Jammu and Kashmir) | November 16, 2024 1:12:03 PM IST

The Machil sector in Kupwara district received fresh snowfall on Saturday morning, further enhancing the picturesque beauty of the region. ... read..

"He is full of 'Lal batti' and VIP mentality": BJP's Poonawala after Rahul Gandhi's chopper delayed in Jharkhand

New Delhi | November 16, 2024 1:11:59 PM IST

After Congress MP Rahul Gandhi's chopper was delayed due to a "no-fly-zone restriction" enforced in Jharkhand, BJP spokesperson Shehzad Poonawalla said on Saturday that Rahul is full of "Lal Batti" and VIP mentality and when the Prime Minister is in the v ... read..

"Such incidents raise serious questions about negligence of govt," Rahul Gandhi on Jhansi hospital fire

New Delhi | November 16, 2024 1:11:48 PM IST

Lok Sabha Leader of Opposition Rahul Gandhi on Saturday expressed grief over the death of newborns in Uttar Pradesh's Jhansi Medical College and demanded strict action against the culprits. ... read..

NOK Air Flight scheduled to travel from Hyderabad to Bangkok declares emergency after bomb threat

Rangareddy (Telangana) | November 16, 2024 12:41:59 PM IST

Thailand-based NOK Air Flight DD959, which was scheduled to fly from Rajiv Gandhi International Airport Hyderabad to Don Mueang International Airport (DMK) Bangkok, declared an emergency early on Saturday morning, GMR, PRO said. ... read..

Maharashtra people want our government to be in power for next 5 years: PM Modi hails Mahayuti, slams MVA

New Delhi | November 16, 2024 12:41:53 PM IST

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday praised the efforts of the Mahayuti government in Maharashtra, asserting that its focus on empowering every section of society has set it apart from the previous Aghadi government. ... read..

"No govt in any election ever gave such hate-filled vitriolic speeches": Congress' Pramod Tiwari targets BJP

New Delhi | November 16, 2024 12:41:51 PM IST

Targeting the Bharatiya Janata Party, Congress MP Pramod Tiwari said on Saturday that the hatred being spread by the BJP has put the people of the country under threat and for more than 70 years since independence, no government in any election ever gave ... read..

"India traversed remarkable journey from struggles of independence to riding waves of aspiration and development": PM Modi

New Delhi | November 16, 2024 12:12:07 PM IST

Stressing the need for a collective effort to achieve goals of development, Prime Minister Narendra Modi said on Saturday that India has traversed a remarkable journey from the struggles of independence to riding waves of aspiration and development. ... read..

Maharashtra elections: Congress General Secretary KC Venugopal takes stock of preparations ahead with Lok Sabha members

Amravati (Maharashtra) | November 16, 2024 12:12:01 PM IST

Ahead of the Maharashtra elections, Congress General Secretary KC Venugopal on Saturday took stock of the preparations along with Lok Sabha observers and assembly co-ordinators in Amravati. ... read..

Eknath Shinde targets "hat-trick" victory for Mahayuti in Maharashtra assembly elections

Mumbai (Maharashtra) | November 16, 2024 12:12:00 PM IST

Maharashtra Chief Minister Eknath Shinde said that the Mahayuti government is aiming for a "hat-trick" victory in upcoming assembly elections and emphasized a strong commitment to securing a decisive majority in the third round of elections. ... read..

"Aap to Dharamdrohi ho": Sanjay Raut fires back at Fadnavis over 'Dharamyuddh' remarks

Mumbai (Maharashtra) | November 16, 2024 12:11:52 PM IST

Targeting Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis over his "Dharamyuddh" remarks, Shiv Sena (UBT) leader Sanjay Raut on Saturday called Fadnvais "Dharamdrohi," saying that when the time comes for them to face defeat, they start talking this ki ... read..

Maharashtra Assembly polls: Central Railway to run special suburban trains for voters convenience

Mumbai (Maharashtra) | November 16, 2024 12:11:51 PM IST

In view of the upcoming Maharashtra Assembly Elections, Central Railway will run special suburban trains on November 19-20, and November 20-21, to facilitate the movement of election personnel and the public. ... read..

BJP leader slams Congress for failing to address poverty, defends Modi's welfare initiatives

Prayagraj (Uttar Pradesh) | November 16, 2024 12:11:49 PM IST

BJP leader Sidharth Nath Singh on Saturday lashed out at Congress for failing to address poverty and basic needs like housing, sanitation, and health insurance, contrasting it with the Modi government's initiatives such as free rations, housing projects, ... read..

Delhi wakes up to cold morning, temperature dips to 15.3 degrees Celsius

New Delhi | November 16, 2024 11:42:04 AM IST

With colder winds, the temperature dropped in the city on Saturday. The minimum temperature recorded in the national capital on Saturday at 8:30 a.m. was 15.3 degrees Celsius. ... read..

Chhattisgarh: Exchange of fire underway between security forces and Naxals at Kanker Narayanpur Border

Kanker (Chhattisgarh) | November 16, 2024 11:41:59 AM IST

An exchange of fire is underway between security forces and Naxals in the jungle of Abujhmadh at Kanker Narayanpur Border in Chhattisgarh on Saturday morning. ... read..

Former CM Arvind Kejriwal condoles death of new-born babies in Jhansi Hospital fire

New Delhi | November 16, 2024 11:41:55 AM IST

Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) supremo Arvind Kejriwal on Saturday expressed condolences on the death of the ten newborn babies due to the fire at the Jhansi Medical College. ... read..

Rajasthan CM Bhajanlal Sharma urges Rajasthanis in Maharashtra to support Mahayuti in upcoming elections

Pune (Maharashtra) | November 16, 2024 11:41:52 AM IST

Rajasthan Chief Minister Bhajanlal Sharma on Saturday urged the Rajasthan residents living in Maharashtra to spread the message to vote for the Mahayuti in the upcoming assembly elections. ... read..

Karnataka Deputy CM DK Shivakumar confident of Maha Vikas Aghadi victory in Maharashtra elections

Bengaluru (Karnataka) | November 16, 2024 11:41:49 AM IST

Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister and Congress leader DK Shivakumar on Saturday predicted that Maha Vikas Aghadi in Maharashtra would win more than 165 to 170 seats. ... read..

Identification of 3 out of 10 babies charred to death in Jhansi NICU fire still underway: Chief Medical Superintendent Sachin Mahor

Jhansi (Uttar Pradesh) | November 16, 2024 11:11:54 AM IST

Chief Medical Superintendent Sachin Mahor on Saturday said that the identification of three babies out of the ten claimed by the fire at Jhansi's Maharani Laxmi Bai Medical College's Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) is still underway. ... read..

Uttar Pradesh: 7 including newly married couple dead in car-auto collision in Bijnor

Bijnor (Uttar Pradesh) | November 16, 2024 11:11:52 AM IST

7 people, including a newly married couple died after a speeding car hit into an autorickshaw in Bijnor district early Saturday morning. ... read..

Delhi: Two brothers arrested for stabbing man to death in Nand Nagri

By New Delhi | November 16, 2024 10:41:55 AM IST

Delhi Police arrested two brothers, Arbaaz and Salman, in connection with the stabbing to death of 28-year-old Manish in the Nand Nagri area. ... read..

"People of BJP should consider even one open seat as an achievement": JMM leader Manoj Pandey

Ranchi (Jharkhand) | November 16, 2024 10:41:52 AM IST

Ahead of Jharkhand elections, Jharkhand Mukti Morcha (JMM) leader Manoj Pandey said that the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) should consider them even sitting for the elections as a big achievement considering the fact that the people of Jharkhand had alread ... read..

Congress leader condemns Jhansi NICU fire tragedy, blames Uttar Pradesh government

New Delhi | November 16, 2024 10:41:50 AM IST

Congress leader Ajai Rai on Saturday while condemning the Jhansi medical college blaze incident, lashed out at the Uttar Pradesh government for failing to take responsibility and address the needs of the people. ... read..

"Stolen government, not publicly elected": Congress' Digvijay Singh slams Mahayuti ahead of Maharashtra polls

New Delhi | November 16, 2024 10:11:57 AM IST

Exuding confidence in winning the Assembly elections in Maharashtra, Congress leader Digvijay Singh said on Saturday that the current government of Mahayuti is a "stolen" one and it is not a publicly elected government. ... read..

Rass Utsav commences in Majuli; Auniati Satra celebrates 371 years of Pal Naam

Jorhat (Assam) | November 16, 2024 10:11:55 AM IST

The world's largest inhabited river island Majuli in Jorhat commenced the Rass Utsav with great devotion. ... read..

NCB arrests international drug trafficker from Kolkata

Kolkata (West Bengal) | November 16, 2024 10:11:54 AM IST

The Narcotics Control Bureau (NCB) Kolkata arrested a notorious drug trafficker with a history of gold smuggling wanted in a seizure of a huge quantity of bottles of Codeine Based Cough Syrups (CBCS), officials said on Saturday. ... read..

Jhansi hospital fire: PM Modi condoles loss of lives, assures "every possible effort for relief and rescue"

New Delhi | November 16, 2024 10:11:51 AM IST

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday expressed grief over the fire incident at the Laxmi Bai Medical College in Jhansi, Uttar Pradesh, calling it "heart-wrenching," and offered condolences to the bereaved families of the ten children who lost their li ... read..

PM Modi announces Rs 2 lakh ex-gratia for kin of deceased in Jhansi fire incident

New Delhi | November 16, 2024 10:11:49 AM IST

Prime Minister Narendra Modi has announced an ex-gratia of Rs 2 lakh from the Prime Minister's National Relief Fund (PMNRF) for the next of kin of each deceased in the mishap in the fire incident at Jhansi Medical College in Uttar Pradesh. ... read..

Jhansi Hospital Fire: CM Yogi announces Rs 5 lakh each to parents of newborns who died, 50,000 to families of injured

Jhansi (Uttar Pradesh) | November 16, 2024 9:42:03 AM IST

Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Saturday announced an assistance of Rs five lakh each to parents of the newborns who died in the fire incident at Maharani Laxmibai Medical College Hospital, Jhansi. ... read..

Haryana: Karnal chokes on smog; AQI measured at 283

Karnal (Haryana) | November 16, 2024 9:42:01 AM IST

A thick layer of smog engulfed Karnal on Saturday resulting in minimal visibility. ... read..

UP: Mayawati demands strict punishment against accused responsible for deaths caused by fire at Jhansi Medical College

Lucknow (Uttar Pradesh) | November 16, 2024 9:42:00 AM IST

Bahujan Samaj Party (BSP) Chief Mayawati expressed her anguish over the death of 10 newborn babies caused by the fire at Jhansi Medical College. She demanded strict legal punishment for the accused responsible for the incident. ... read..

"Negligence of hospital management, administration": Akhilesh Yadav criticizes UP govt over Jhansi fire incident

Lucknow (Uttar Pradesh) | November 16, 2024 9:41:55 AM IST

Samajwadi Party (SP) Chief Akhilesh Yadav on Saturday criticized the BJP-led government in Uttar Pradesh over the death of 10 children in the massive fire that broke out at the Maharani Laxmi Bai Medical College in Jhansi on Friday night and labelled the ... read..

Congress President Kharge condoles death of newborns in Jhansi fire, demands investigation

Jhansi (Uttar Pradesh) | November 16, 2024 9:41:53 AM IST

Congress National President Mallikarjun Kharge on Saturday expressed grief on the death of newborns in Maharani Laxmibai Medical College Hospital in Uttar Pradesh's Jhansi and demanded strict legal action against guilty. ... read..

Families of newborns desperate for answers after blaze at Jhansi Medical College NICU claims infant lives

Jhansi (Uttar Pradesh) | November 16, 2024 9:41:52 AM IST

Parents and relatives of the newborns are desperate for answers and are seeking accountability as they search for their missing children after a blaze broke out in the neonatal intensive care unit (NICU) of Jhansi's Maharamni Laxmi Bai Medical College cla ... read..

Telangana: Fire breaks out at residential apartment in Rangareddy; no casualties

Rangareddy (Telangana) | November 16, 2024 9:41:50 AM IST

A fire broke out on the third floor of Golden Fortune Green Homes residential apartment in the Rangareddy district early Saturday morning. ... read..

Taj Mahal 'barely visible' due to dense layer of fog

Agra (Uttar Pradesh) | November 16, 2024 9:11:53 AM IST

A dense layer of fog blanketed the UNESCO world heritage site Taj Mahal in Agra on Saturday making the monument less visible to the public as compared to the last two days. ... read..

Shubham Lonkar, mastermind in Baba Siddique murder had recced for a month to kill Aftab Poonawalla in Delhi court: Sources

New Delhi | November 16, 2024 9:11:52 AM IST

Shubham Lonkar, the mastermind and wanted accused in NCP leader Baba Siddique's murder had allegedly planned the murder of Aftab Poonawala, the accused arrested in the gruesome Shraddha Walker murder case, sources said. ... read..

Delhi: One injured in firing incident at petrol pump in Gokulpuri

New Delhi | November 16, 2024 9:11:50 AM IST

One person was injured during a firing incident at a petrol pump in Gokulpuri on Thursday night, Delhi Police said. ... read..

DNA tests may be conducted to identify Jhansi NICU fire victims, President Murmu calls incident 'heartbreaking'

Jhansi (Uttar Pradesh) | November 16, 2024 8:41:55 AM IST

Uttar Pradesh Deputy Chief Minister Brajesh Pathak on Saturday said DNA tests, if required, will be conducted to identify three of the ten newborns who tragically lost their lives in a fire at the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) of Jhansi Medical Coll ... read..

Delhi pollution continues to raise health concerns as smog worsens and air quality remains in 'severe' zone

New Delhi | November 16, 2024 8:41:53 AM IST

The air quality in the national capital continues to remain a concern amongst the people as the AQI reaches hazardous levels, falling under the 'severe' category and posing serious health threats including respiratory issues, eye irritation, and increased ... read..

Delhi LG takes cognizance of reports about "spurt" in illegal immigrants, asks police to launch identification drive

New Delhi | November 16, 2024 8:11:49 AM IST

Taking cognizance of reports that there was a "spurt" in the number of illegal immigrants in Delhi, Lieutenant Governor VK Saxena has issued instructions to police to remain "extra vigilant" and conduct a month-long drive to identify them. ... read..

Clash erupts in Uttar Pradesh's Mau over vehicle collision, 2 police officers among injured

Mau (Uttar Pradesh) | November 16, 2024 7:11:55 AM IST

A clash broke out between two groups over a collision between their vehicles, in Uttar Pradesh's Mau late Friday evening leaving several people including two police officers injured, officials said. ... read..

UP govt orders multi-level probe into Jhansi Hospital fire that claimed lives of 10 infants

Jhansi (Uttar Pradesh) | November 16, 2024 7:11:52 AM IST

Uttar Pradesh Deputy Chief Minister Brajesh Pathak said that a multi-level investigation will be conducted into the massive fire at Jhansi Medical College that claimed the lives of 10 newborn babies. ... read..

"Congress becoming a threat to national security": Assam Minister Jayanta Malla Baruah

Guwahati (Assam) | November 16, 2024 6:41:51 AM IST

Assam Minister Jayanta Malla Baruah alleged that the Congress party is "working in favour of Rohingyas and Bangladeshis" and that the party has become a threat to national security. ... read..

"If they do vote jihad, we have to do 'dharmyuddh' of vote": Devendra Fadnavis

Pune (Maharashtra) | November 16, 2024 6:41:47 AM IST

Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister and BJP candidate from Nagpur South-West Assembly seat, Devendra Fadnavis on Friday accused the opposition of doing "vote jihad" and urged voters to counter it with a "dharmyuddh" of votes. ... read..

Fisherfolk at Maharashtra's Dandi Hawar market list concerns as poll nears, demand lasting solution

By Amrit Prakash Sindhudurg (Maharashtra) | November 16, 2024 6:11:52 AM IST

The Dandi Hawar Fish Market, a lifeline for over two to three lakh people, is bustling with activity as fishermen bring in their daily catch. ... read..

Task force to be set up to achieve 500 GW renewable energy capacity by 2030: Union Minister Pralhad Joshi

Khordha (Odisha) | November 16, 2024 6:11:50 AM IST

Union Minister of New and Renewable Energy Pralhad Joshi announced that a dedicated task force with all stakeholders will be set up to achieve the goal of 500 GW of renewable energy capacity by 2030. ... read..

Union Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia reviews central govt schemes in Tripura

West Tripura (Tripura) | November 16, 2024 6:11:48 AM IST

Union Minister for Development of North East Region (DoNER) Jyotiraditya Scindia, conducted a comprehensive review of various Central schemes and projects in Tripura during a meeting held at the Secretariat in Agartala. ... read..

Sea Vigil-24 exercise to test coastal defence preparedness: Commodore Mahesh

Mumbai (Maharashtra) | November 16, 2024 5:41:50 AM IST

Commodore M Mahesh said that the Indian Navy's Western Naval Command is conducting the coastal defence exercise 'Sea Vigil-24' to assess the country's preparedness against maritime threats. ... read..

Hospital fire: Injured infants given best possible treatment, says Jhansi Commissioner

Jhansi (Uttar Pradesh) | November 16, 2024 5:11:51 AM IST

Jhansi Commissioner Bimal Kumar Dubey said that the infants injured in the massive fire at Jhansi Medical College in Uttar Pradesh are given the best possible medical treatment. ... read..

Amit Shah lauds NCB after massive drug bust in Gujarat, Delhi

New Delhi | November 16, 2024 5:11:50 AM IST

Union Home Minister and Minister of Cooperation Amit Shah congratulated security agencies for busting an international drug trafficking cartel and seizing 700 kg of contraband methamphetamine in Gujarat on Friday. ... read..

Ban on BS-III petrol, BS-IV diesel 4-wheelers in Delhi amid rising pollution levels; Rs 20,000 fine for violators

New Delhi | November 16, 2024 5:11:48 AM IST

The Delhi government implemented a ban on BS-III petrol and BS-IV diesel four-wheelers from plying under Graded Response Action Plan (GRAP-III) in the national capital from Friday to combat deteriorating air quality. ... read..

Gujarat: Fire breaks out on 8th floor of 22-storey residential building in Ahmedabad, none injured

Ahmedabad (Gujarat) | November 16, 2024 3:41:53 AM IST

A fire broke out on the 8th floor of a 22-storey residential building in Ahmedabad's Bopal area late Friday evening, officials said. ... read..

Jhansi hospital fire: Congress leader Pawan Khera express grief over death of infants

Jhansi (Uttar Pradesh) | November 16, 2024 3:11:51 AM IST

Congress leader Pawan Khera said that he was "sad to hear" about the death of infants in the massive fire at Jhansi Medical College in Uttar Pradesh late Friday evening. ... read..

Odisha CM Majhi inaugurates week-long Bali Jatra in Cuttack

Cuttack (Odisha) | November 16, 2024 2:11:48 AM IST

Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi on Thursday inaugurated the world-famous Bali Jatra festival in Cuttack on Friday ... read..

Guru Nanak Gurpurab celebrated at LoC Teetwal in J-K

Teetwal (Jammu and Kashmir) | November 16, 2024 1:41:57 AM IST

Guru Nanak Gurpurab was observed on Friday at Sikh Gurudwara and Sharda Yatra temple at LoC Teetwal in Jammu and Kashmir. ... read..

Gujarat CM Bhupendra Patel visits Gurudwara Gobind Dham in Ahmedabad

Gandhinagar (Gujarat) | November 16, 2024 1:41:56 AM IST

Gujarat Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel on Friday visited the Gurudwara Gobind Dham in Thaltej, Ahmedabad, on Friday on the auspicious occasion of the 555th birth anniversary of Guru Nanak Dev. ... read..

Rahul Gandhi targets BJP in Jharkhand rallies, says it wants to "finish constitution"

Bokaro (Jharkhand) | November 16, 2024 1:41:54 AM IST

Congress leader and Lok Sabha Leader of Opposition Rahul Gandhi on Friday accused the Bharatiya Janata Party of seeking to destroy the Constitution which is the "soul of the country" and claimed that the MVA government in Maharashtra was "toppled to grab ... read..

Coming to Bodoland Mahotsav emotional moment for me: PM Modi

New Delhi | November 16, 2024 1:41:53 AM IST

Noting that the Bodo community has faced many challenges but has shown immense resilience and committment to peace, Prime Minister Narendra Modi said on Friday that coming to the Bodoland Mahotsav is a very emotional moment for him and the affection from ... read..

UP: 10 infants dead after massive fire erupts at Jhansi Medical College

Jhansi (Uttar Pradesh) | November 16, 2024 1:41:51 AM IST

At least 10 infants were killed after a massive fire broke out at the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) of Jhansi Medical College in Uttar Pradesh late Friday evening, officials said. ... read..

UPPSC aspirants welcome govt decision to conduct exam in single day

Prayagraj (Uttar Pradesh) | November 15, 2024 11:42:11 PM IST

The Uttar Pradesh Public Service Commission (UPPSC) aspirants supported the decision of the state government to conduct the examination in a single day. ... read..

Haryana CM pays obeisance to Guru Nanak; says 2nd instalment of Rs 300 cr for farmers released

Kurukshetra (Haryana) | November 15, 2024 11:42:00 PM IST

Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini on Friday paid obeisance at a Gurudwara in the Ladwa area of Kurukshetra district on the occasion of Guru Nanak Jayanti. ... read..

MVA is 'aghadi' that stops 'vikas' in Maharashtra: Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw

Mumbai (Maharashtra) | November 15, 2024 11:41:57 PM IST

Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw on Friday slammed the Opposition Maha Vikas Aghadi, saying that it is an 'aghadi' that stops 'vikas' (development). He also claimed that only the BJP and Mahyuti government can make Maharashtra a one trillion-dollar economy ... read..

Earthquake of magnitude 4.2 hits Gujarat

Mahesana (Gujarat) | November 15, 2024 11:41:54 PM IST

An earthquake of magnitude 4.2 was recorded in the Mahesana district of Gujarat on Friday. ... read..

DFCCIL celebrates 19th Foundation Day at Bharat Mandapam highlighting milestones in transforming India's freight transportation

New Delhi | November 15, 2024 11:12:03 PM IST

The Dedicated Freight Corridor Corporation of India (DFCCIL) commemorated its 19th Foundation Day with great fervour at Bharat Mandapam in New Delhi, marking nearly two decades of pioneering India's rail freight infrastructure. ... read..

Women voters surpassed men in Phase-1 polling for Jharkhand Assembly election

New Delhi | November 15, 2024 11:12:02 PM IST

Women voters outnumbered men by 4.8 per cent in the first phase of polling in Jharkhand for 43 of its 81 Assembly constituencies on November 13, the Election Commission of India stated on Friday. ... read..

Rights to water, forest, land fundamental rights of tribal communities: MP CM Yadav

Shahdol (Madhya Pradesh) | November 15, 2024 11:11:58 PM IST

Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Mohan Yadav participated in a state-level programme organised in Shahdol district on the occasion of birth anniversary of tribal leader Birsa Munda and Tribal Pride Day on Friday and unveiled development works worth over Rs 2 ... read..

CM Dhami takes part in 'Aadi Gaurav Mahotsav' event, Uttarakhand to hold 'Tribal Science Festival' every year

Dehradun (Uttarakhand) | November 15, 2024 10:42:05 PM IST

Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami on Friday participated in the 'Aadi Gaurav Mahotsav' programme organized by the State Tribal Research Institute here. ... read..

"Proud day...": Uttarakhand CM Dhami on Sarai Kale Khan ISBT Chowk in Delhi renamed after Birsa Munda

Dehradun (Uttarakhand) | November 15, 2024 10:42:02 PM IST

Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami on Friday expressed gratitude to Prime Minister Narendra Modi for renaming Sarai Kale Khan Chowk near Delhi's ISBT terminal as Birsa Munda Chowk, calling it a "proud day." ... read..

Assam: Seaplane makes historic landing at Brahmaputra in Guwahati

Guwahati (Assam) | November 15, 2024 10:41:57 PM IST

De Havilland Canada, in collaboration with the Ministry of Civil Aviation, successfully conducted a demonstration flight of a seaplane on Friday. ... read..

Mumbai's CSMT Railway Station being redeveloped while preserving its heritage: Ashwini Vaishnaw

Mumbai (Maharashtra) | November 15, 2024 10:41:54 PM IST

Railways Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw on Friday said that Mumbai's Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Terminus (CSMT) Railway Station is being redeveloped with a design that will preserve its heritage while providing modern facilities. ... read..

Delhi: North East Festival kickstarts at Major Dhyan Chand stadium

New Delhi | November 15, 2024 10:41:51 PM IST

The 12th edition of the North East Festival kick-started on Friday at the Major Dhyan Chand National Stadium in New Delhi. ... read..

"Bhagwan Birsa Munda is pride of India's tribal communities": Union Minister Sarbananda Sonowal

Dibrugarh (Assam) | November 15, 2024 10:11:50 PM IST

Calling the Bhagwan Birsa Munda the "pride of India's tribal communities," Union Minister Sarbananda Sonowal on Friday said that his life and legacy continue to inspire strength, unity, and resilience. ... read..

SDM slapping case: Naresh Meena's lawyer criticises police for not physically producing him in court

Tonk (Rajasthan) | November 15, 2024 9:41:54 PM IST

An independent candidate contesting from Rajasthan's Deoli-Uniara assembly constituency has been sent to 14 days of judicial custody after allegedly slapping a sub-divisional magistrate. The candidate's lawyer criticised the police for not physically pres ... read..

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