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Opp leader questions AAP govt's delay in implementing HIMS in hospitals

The Leader of Opposition in the Delhi Assembly, Vijender Gupta, on Monday expressed concern over the state government not being able to implement Centre's NIC-designed free software, Health Information Management System (HIMS), across all its hospitals.

Kejriwal's support to Rohingya amounts to playing with nation's security, says Puri

Union Minister Hardeep Singh Puri, on Monday, lashed out at the AAP for turning a blind eye to its MLA's role in the settlement of illegal Rohingya immigrants in Delhi by getting voter cards issued to them, providing them free ration, water, and electricity.

Over 4.8 Lac Apply For New Voter Registration, Final Electoral Rolls On January 6: Delhi CEO

Amid the war of words over deletion and addition of votes between AAP and BJP in Delhi, the office of the Chief Electoral Officer, Delhi, in a statement stated that it has received over 4.8 lakh applications for new voter registration and over 80 thousand applications for vote deletion, after November 28 to present date adding that a final electoral roll to be published on January 6.

No exit from Rajiv Chowk Metro Station after 9 pm on New Year's eve: DMRC

Over 10,000 personnel have been deployed in addition to special vehicles equipped with CCTVs

Announcing salaries for priests, granthis another election stunt by Kejriwal

Leader of Opposition in Delhi Assembly Vijender Gupta on Monday termed AAP national convener Arvind Kejriwal's announcement to provide a monthly salary of Rs 18,000 to temple priests and Gurudwara granthis after the elections if the AAP is voted back to power \"a mere electoral stunt\".

RBI Directs Banks to Let Remitters Verify Account Name Before RTGS, NEFT Transfers

The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) on Monday directed all banks to put in place a facility to enable a remitter to verify the beneficiary bank account name before initiating a transaction using the RTGS or NEFT system.

Real GDP growth to recover in Q3, Q4, says RBI report

The Reserve Bank of India on Monday said the real Gross Domestic Product growth is expected to recover in the third and fourth quarter of the current financial year.

2024 marked by breakthrough in India-China talks to end Ladakh face-off

A breakthrough in India-China talks to end the protracted military stand-off in eastern Ladakh in October ahead of the BRICS Summit in Russia was the crowning feature of Indian diplomacy in 2024 when Prime Minister Narendra Modi made honest efforts to bring to an end the ongoing conflicts in Europe and West Asia.

Jimmy Carter, 39th US President, dies at 100

The life of James Earl Carter Jr, the 39th and longest-lived US president, ended Sunday at the age of 100 where it began-Plains, the town of 600 that fueled his political rise, welcomed him after his fall and sustained him during 40 years of service that redefined what it means to be a former president.

BJP, Congress spar over Rahul's Vietnam visit amid national mourning for Dr Manmohan Singh

A war of words erupted between the BJP and Congress on Monday after the saffron party castigated Leader of the Opposition in the Lok Sabha Rahul Gandhi for \"flying abroad\" when India is mourning former prime minister Dr. Manmohan Singh's demise.

India face do-or-die situation in Sydney to remain in WTC final race

With this 184-run victory Australia now has 2-1 lead in the Border Gavaskar Trophy

₹18,000 monthly for Hindu priests & Sikh granthis if AAP returns to power: Kejriwal

Ahead of the forthcoming Delhi assembly polls, the Aam Aadmi Party national convener Arvind Kejriwal on Monday announced another electoral promise, pledging a Rs 18,000 monthly honorarium for temple priests and Gurdwara Granthis in the national capital upon being voted back to power.

T20I Cricketer of the Year: Smriti, Arshdeep nominated for the Year

India star batter Smriti Mandhana has been shortlisted for the ICC Women's ODI Cricket of the Year after a brilliant year with the bat.

Muddappa cements place in Indian motorsports

Ace Indian rider, Hemanth Muddappa of Mantra Racing, is crowned a triple champion as he triumphed in three classes to bag his 15th National title. As the fourth and final round of the MMSC FMSCI Indian National Motorcycle Drag Racing Championship 2024 concluded at the Madras International Circuit (MIC) on Sunday.

South Africa Become First Team To Qualify For WTC 2025 Final With Win Against Pak In Centurion Test

South Africa registered their spot in the World Test Championship (WTC) 2025 which is set to be played at the Lord's next year following their victory against Pakistan by two wickets in the first Test of their two-match series here on Sunday.

Global Indian Pravasi Kabaddi League unveils 12 teams for inaugural season

The Global Indian Pravasi Kabaddi League (GI-PKL), has officially unveiled its 12 franchise teams and logos, further heightening anticipation for its inaugural season.

ISL: NorthEast United FC Hope to Bolster Strong Away Record Against Mumbai City

Mumbai City FC will host NorthEast United FC in the Indian Super League (ISL) 2024-25 at the Mumbai Football Arena on Monday.

Santosh Trophy: West Bengal storm into final with 4-2 win over Services

The 78th National Football Championship for the Santosh Trophy witnessed a dramatic semi-final where a tale of two halves unfolded before West Bengal clinched a place in the final by overcoming defending champions Services 4-2 at the Gachibowli Stadium, here, on Sunday.

BGT 2024-25: Bumrah Overtakes Kapil Dev

Pace spearhead Jasprit Bumrah overtook legendary all-rounder Kapil Dev on Sunday, taking the most international wickets for India against Australia in Australia.

Revisiting autonomous district councils in North-East India: Relevance and challenges

The spotlight has once again turned to the autonomous district councils (ADCs) as the Meghalaya government has announced the dates for the district council elections, scheduled for 21 February 2025.

LitFest concludes enriching search for socio-cultural roots

Breaking the conventional territory of a standardised literature festival in India, the Pragjyotishpur Literature Festival 2024 unveiled a series of panel discussions and special sessions with eminent authors to motivate the audience to look beyond the current narrative and search for socio-cultural roots.

From the North-East: An epilogue to the parting year

In these chilly days of December, the mercury is high in the eastern frontier of the country and, more precisely, in India's north-eastern region for various concerning reasons.

India's exports to Australia rise 64.4 per cent in Nov, trade doubles after ECTA: Commerce Ministry

India's exports to Australia rose 64.4 per cent year-on-year to USD 643.7 million in November on account of healthy growth in sectors such as textiles, chemicals and agricultural products, data from the Ministry of Commerce & Industry said on Sunday.

Market Outlook: PMI, auto sales and global economic cues key triggers for next week

The market outlook for next week will be guided by the major domestic and global economic data such as India's current account Q3, India bank loan growth, HSBC manufacturing PMI of India (Dec), India's infrastructure output, US Fed balance sheet, US Initial jobless claims, and US ISM manufacturing PMI.

Employee attrition in private banks increases by 25 per cent: RBI report

Employee attrition in private sector banks has witnessed an increase to about 25 per cent, RBI said in a report. It highlighted that this high turnover rate poses significant operational risk.

Budget 2025-26: CII urges govt to cut income tax, reduce excise duty on fuels

The Confederation of Indian Industry (CII) on Sunday urged the Central government to reduce the income tax for individuals and cut excise duty on fuels to increase disposable incomes in the hands of consumers, which would increase spending thereby spurring economic growth.

Six of top 10 most-valued firms add ₹86,847.88 crore

Last week, six of the top 10 most valued firms together added Rs 86,847.88 crore in market valuation.

India Records Highest-Ever Coal Production in 2023-24, Focus on Raising Coking Coal Output

India recorded its highest ever coal production of 997.826 million tonnes (MT) in the financial year 2023-24, which represents an 11.71 per cent increase in comparison to the corresponding figure of 893.191 MT in the year 2022-23, according to the year-end review of the Coal Ministry.

Syria's Interim Authorities Deploy Helicopters Against 'Former Regime Remnants' in Coastal Regions

Military forces of Syria's interim administration have begun deploying attack helicopters against what it described as \"remnants of the former regime\" in the country's coastal regions, media reported.

Kavelashvili Inaugurated as Georgia's New President, Complicating Its Path Towards EU

Former soccer player Mikheil Kavelashvili (photo) was formally inaugurated as president of Georgia on Sunday, cementing the ruling party's grip in what the opposition calls a blow to the country's EU aspirations and a victory for former imperial ruler Russia.