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US Regulator Sues Musk Over Purchase of Twitter Shares

The United States Securities and Exchange Commission has sued Elon Musk, arguing that his purchase of Twitter shares in 2022 was carried out with violations, the regulator said in a filing published on Tuesday.

Bill to take charge of India's digital destiny

India's draft DPDP rules are a declaration of intent - that power must rest with its people, not corporations. Some practical and structural challenges need to be ironed out, though

Aditya Birla Fashion to raise $500 million via share sales

India's Aditya Birla Fashion and Retail (ABFRL) will raise $500 million by selling shares, including to U.S. investment firm Fidelity, the retailer said on Wednesday.

Two birds' deaths in Jaisalmer due to avian flu: Lab report

The Bhopal-based laboratory has confirmed that two birds in the Jaisalmer district have died of bird flu.

New Marina May Stay Put Near Gateway Of India

The proposed jetty aimed at decongesting the one at Gateway of India in Colaba is facing strong pushback, but the proposal to shift it to a new location, not far away, might already be dead in the water.

MAN HELD WITH 25GM DRUGS IN DEHRADUN: COPS

A 24-year-old man has been arrested with 25.61 grams of smack, police said on Wednesday.

32-Year-Old Man Held for Raping 12-Year-Old Girl in Bageshwar District

A 32-year-old man has been arrested for allegedly raping a 12-year-old minor in Baijnath, Bageshwar district, police said on Wednesday.

DPIIT Inks Pact With ITC To Help Startups In Mfg Sector

The Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT) on Wednesday said it has entered into a strategic partnership with ITC Ltd to help startups in the manufacturing sector.

Rohit hits the nets ahead of Mumbai's Ranji match

Jaiswal, Pant and Gill too will be available for the next round of matches, as per BCCI's directive

Alok Aradhe Appointed Bombay HC Chief Justice

The central government on Tuesday issued a notification confirming Justice Alok Aradhe, currently chief justice of the Telangana high court, as the new chief justice of Bombay high court.

Meta Apologises for Zuckerberg's Remarks on NDA

Meta's India public policy head apologised on X to IT minister Ashwini Vaishnaw over Mark Zuckerberg's remarks about India made in an episode of Joe Rogan's podcast and called the Meta boss's statement an \"inadvertent error\" after the minister schooled Zuckerberg about the result of India's 2024 national election.

River-linking project may hit key tiger reserve area: Official

Rajasthan's ambitious river-interlinking project, aimed at providing a lifeline to 21 districts, can submerge 24 square kilometers of land in the renowned Ranthambore Tiger Reserve and 13 sqkm of adjoining revenue land.

Pocso Cases Up 7.12% In 2 Years In State: Report

As Per The MCR Report, At Least 2,182 Cases Were Registered Under Pocso Act In Rajasthan In 2024 Which Was 2,110 In 2023

Bizman Raped Over Refusal To Leave Prison

The Kerala high court on Wednesday ticked off prominent businessman Bobby Chemmanur for refusing to come out of jail after getting bail a day ago in a sexual harassment case filed by a Malayalam actor.

The meat of the obesity problem

New metrics are needed to diagnose this health condition, which is rising in India

S Korea impeached president Yoon held after hours-long dramatic op

South Korea's impeached president, Yoon Suk Yeol, was detained in a major law enforcement operation at the presidential compound Wednesday, defiantly insisting the anti-corruption agency didn't have the authority to investigate his actions but saying he complied to prevent violence.

Gold flown in small amounts to avoid detection

Seizures of smuggled gold from air passengers by the Directorate of Revenue Intelligence (DRI) in the last two years have shown a particular trend—smugglers using multiple carriers to transport smaller quantities, instead of large quantities, to evade detection.

45 Cr Devotees Get Hygiene Boost With Dbsi

To contribute to a Swachh and Swasth Mahakumbh Mela 2025, Reckitt, the world's leading consumer health and hygiene company, in partnership with Global Interfaith WASH Alliance (GIWA), AJ Foundation (formerly AJYS), Plan India, and Jagran Pehel, through its flagship campaign 'Dettol Banega Swasth India' (DBSI), will provide millions of soaps to devotees at food-serving areas to ensure handwashing before and after meals.

India's Dec Merchandise Trade Deficit at $21.94 Billion

India posted a narrower-than-expected merchandise trade deficit in December at $21.94 billion on Wednesday, while lowering its import figures for April-November following an unprecedented miscalculation in gold shipments.

Sale of luxury homes, priced ₹4 cr and above, up 53% in 2024

Luxury homes, each costing ₹4 crore and above, were in much demand last year with sales rising 53% to 19,700 units across seven major cities, according to CBRE.

Maya Seeks To Revive BSP In Delhi, Targets Migrant Voter Base

Delhi polls results will be surprising if conducted free and fair, says Mayawati; urges U.P., Bihar migrants to recall past discrimination

20-Year-Old Held for Recording Obscene Video of Woman: Police

A 20-year-old man has been arrested for allegedly shooting an obscene video of a woman in Sitarganj of US Nagar, police said.

Israel Denies Hamas Agreed to Gaza Deal

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's office denied on Wednesday that Hamas had agreed to the Gaza ceasefire proposal from Qatari mediators, after an Israeli official said the Palestinian militant group had given its approval.

Centre draws SC ire over move to deny bail pleas in PMLA case

The Supreme Court on Wednesday rebuked the Union government and the Enforcement Directorate (ED), condemning their \"consistent efforts\" to deny bail and prolong incarceration under the Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA) \"by hook or by crook\".

Wandering shrines of Lord Shiva: Jangam sadhus enchant

A group of monks, revered as 'human shrines' of Lord Shiva, is captivating international visitors and domestic pilgrims alike at the Mahakumbh Mela.

Local Electronics Parts May Get Budget Boost

The measures are also expected to ease trade and make their exports competitive

Punjab govt asked to give Dallewal's health reports

The Supreme Court on Wednesday directed the Punjab government to furnish a complete set of comparative medical reports of farmer leader Jagjit Singh Dallewal, who has been on hunger strike since November 26, 2024, for an independent evaluation by the director of the All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS), New Delhi.

Cops Quiz Suspicious Man Nabbed in Mela Camp

Police and intelligence agencies were said to be investigating the reasons behind the presence of a suspicious man at the Dugdeshwarnath Ashram camp located in Sector 20 of the Mahakumbh Mela area.

America's 'soul' at stake, warns Biden

US President Joe Biden warned on Wednesday that the \"soul of America\" is still at stake, as he prepared to deliver his farewell address to the nation before the return of Donald Trump.

Ensure smooth set-up for 8-10 crore devotees on Mauni Amavasya: CM

Chief minister Yogi Adityanath on Wednesday directed officials to ensure seamless arrangements for an anticipated 8-10 crore devotees attending the Mauni Amavasya bathing ritual at the Sangam during the Mahakumbh on January 29.