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{ LETTER TO PM } Kharge objects to 'misuse' of bureaucracy

A government plan to depute joint secretaries, directors and deputy directors as \"district rath prabharis\" in a campaign to highlight the achievements of the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) government over nine years has irked the Opposition, with Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge writing to Prime Minister Narendra Modi against \"politicisation\" of the bureaucracy and urging him to withdraw the circular.

120 newborn babies at risk after Israel cut Gaza fuel: UN

The lives of at least 120 newborn babies on incubators in war-torn Gaza's hospitals are at risk as fuel runs out in the besieged enclave, the UN children's agency warned on Sunday.

Netanyahu warns Hezbollah against starting a new war

Hezbollah will make \"the mistake of its life\" if it starts a war with Israel, Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said on Sunday, as tensions continue to surge on the Israel-Lebanon border.

Israel pounds Gaza as US scales up military assets in the Mideast

Fears that the Israel-Hamas war could mushroom into a wider Middle East conflict rose on Sunday with Washington warning of a significant risk to US interests in the region as ally Israel pounded Gaza and clashes on its border with Lebanon intensified.

Old wine in an old bottle

Former prime minister Nawaz Sharif returns to Pakistan, but if his party is still the political powerhouse it once was remains to be seen

How the Czechs checkmated China

Prague’s experience with Beijing also exposes the limitations and fragility of China’s global outreach

Will restart hunger strike if Maratha quota demand not met by Wed: Activist

Maratha rights activist Manoj Jarange-Patil on Sunday said he will restart his indefinite hunger strike at Antarwali Sarathi village in Jalna district of Maharashtra from Wednesday if the state government does not allow reservations for the Maratha community by then.

WILL RESTORE NORMALCY IN INDIA TIES: OPPN MP IN CANADA

Canada's opposition leader Pierre Poilievre has assured the Indian community in his country that he will restore a \"professional relationship\" with India if he becomes the next Prime Minister.

'Interference in our affairs': EAM on Canada diplomats' departure

India can consider resuming visa services for Canadian nationals \"very soon\" provided there is adequate security for Indian diplomats in Canada, external affairs minister S Jaishankar said on Sunday against the backdrop of a continuing diplomatic row between the two countries.

2024 ELECTIONS WILL BE CRUCIAL FOR COUNTRY, SAYS KEJRIWAL

The Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) national convener and Delhi chief minister Arvind Kejriwal on Sunday attacked the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) for its performance over last nine years in the central government, and added that the biggest problems faced by the people are inflation, unemployment, and corruption even as he expressed confidence that the opposition INDIA Alliance will survive.

Populist right set to sweep Swiss elections amid rhetoric against mass migration, 'woke' culture

The right-wing populist Swiss People's Party, which campaigned against mass migration and \"woke madness\", comfortably topped Switzerland's general election on Sunday, according to projections after the polls closed.

Now, signal-free ride from ITO to Ashram

Delhi chief minister Arvind Kejriwal on Sunday inaugurated the new three-lane flyover at Sarai Kale Khan which facilitates signal-free movement for commuters travelling from ITO towards Ashram.

Season's lowest min temp, slow winds worsens AQI

An interplay of meteorological factors all turning unfavourable over the last 48 hours is largely behind the sharp deterioration in Delhi's air quality expert said.

Party to decide action on Moitra after ethics panel proceedings

In its first official statement on the cash-for-query allegations against party lawmaker Mahua Moitra, the Trinamool Congress said on Sunday that \"appropriate action\" will be taken after the matter is investigated in a parliamentary forum.

Air plummets to red zone as pollution season sets in

Contribution of farm fires to city’s pollution that stood at 16% on Sunday is set to rise to nearly 30% today

India flies in its first batch of aid for Gaza

India on Sunday sent nearly 6.5 tonnes of medical aid and 32 tonnes of disaster relief material for the people of Palestine amid mounting global concerns over the plight of civilians living in Gaza.

Stubble fires contribute most to push air in 'very poor' zone

Farm fires have once again emerged as the single biggest source of pollution to Delhi's PM2.5 concentration this season, with an estimated contribution of around 16.4% on Sunday, data from the Decision Support System (DSS) under the ministry of earth sciences has shown, worsening air pollution in the Capital with an air quality index (AQI) reading of \"very poor\" at 313. The last time the AQI read \"very poor\" this year was on May 17 (336).

Let's not seek thrills of T20 in one-dayers

As England, struggling with their batting, bowling and fielding, not to mention thinking, went down by 229 runs in Mumbai on Saturday night, there was little of the glee that accompanies an English debacle. Far be it from us to blame the inventors of the game, and then its reinventors via the bromantic spiritual movement known as Bazball.

When the Wankhede Stadium rose as one to Klaasen's hurricane show

For overseas cricketers, historically, Wankhede Stadium fans have not been easy to please. Mumbai has knowledgeable crowds who applaud a good performance regardless of which team it comes from, but chanting names is a different deal. That is almost exclusively reserved for Indian players.

STITCH IN STYLE: BLOUSES, THE FESTIVE EDIT

Ladies, get ready to shine with this upgrade to your festive season wardrobe! Here's some inspiration from designer lookbooks showcasing the trendiest and most captivating blouse designs

HRITHIK LOCKS KRRISH 4 SCRIPT, TO SHOOT IN 2024

Actor Hrithik Roshan has locked the script of the fourth part of his superhero franchise, Krrish. A source tells us that the script has been written by the actor's father, filmmaker Rakesh Roshan, and modifications were made after Hrithik went through it.

Fiery Klaasen ton batters England into submission

South Africa register another thumping win while the defeat left holders on the brink of an early exit

Sri Lanka cruise to first victory despite fight from Dutch

Bowling had been a significant concern for Sri Lanka in their first three matches of the World Cup. Almost all their bowlers struggled against Australia and Pakistan, even as the batters gave their best, scoring over 300 runs in both matches. However, the Sri Lankan bowling unit finally found some rhythm on Saturday and guided their team to a five-wicket victory over Netherlands.

SKY hit in the nets, Ishan stung by bee

India knew they had a selection conundrum going into Sunday's game against New Zealand after Hardik Pandya suffered an ankle injury versus Bangladesh in Pune.

'Ahmedabad and Chennai wickets weren't average'

The average' rating handed out by the International Cricket Council (ICC) to the pitches used for India's World Cup games against Australia in Chennai and Pakistan in Ahmedabad drew a strong reaction from head coach Rahul Dravid on Saturday. In their opening game in Chennai, India bowled out Australia for 199 in 49.3 overs and chased down the target with six wickets in hand and 52 balls to spare.

A 'friendly' India-Kiwi rivalry that promises a fierce battle

The two teams are yet to taste defeat in the tournament and the top-of-the-table clash could be Rohit and Co's sternest test yet

Former Pak PM Nawaz Sharif returns

Pakistan's kickstarted his party's campaign for next year's election on Saturday after arriving home from four years of self-imposed exile in London, promising to tackle record inflation.

No let-up in Gaza bombing as Israel PM Netanyahu promises to fight till victory'

Israel kept up heavy bombardment of targets throughout Gaza in Saturday's early hours after Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu vowed to \"fight until victory\" following the release of the first two hostages by Hamas.

'We won't leave, will remain on our land'

Arab leaders at the Cairo peace summit decisively reject any displacement of Palestinians, with all of their speeches reflecting a growing anger in the region

ED files 1st charge sheet in Mahadev betting app case

ED HAS RAISED A REQUEST FOR THE ISSUANCE OF A 'RED NOTICE' AGAINST THE TWO ABSCONDING APP PROMOTERS, OFFICIALS SAID