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December 19, 2024

Govt to move motion to form JPC on ONOP bills

The Union government will formally move a motion in the Lok Sabha on Thursday to constitute a joint parliamentary committee (JPC) on two bills that aim to usher in simultaneous national and state elections, and propose the names of 21 MPs of the Lower House as members.

1 min

UTTARAKHAND TO IMPLEMENT UCC FROM NEXT MONTH: DHAMI

Uttarakhand chief minister Pushkar Singh Dhami announced on Wednesday that the Uniform Civil Code (UCC) will be implemented in the state from January, 2025.

1 min

Oppn mounts attack on BJP, calls for action over remarks

Members of the INDIA bloc on Wednesday set aside differences to come together and attack the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) over Union home minister Amit Shah's comment referring to Dr BR Ambedkar, jamming Parliament and holding protests.

1 min

Modi, Shah hit back in raging Ambedkar row

Union home minister Amit Shah hit out at the Congress, and Prime Minister Narendra Modi accused the Opposition of spreading malicious lies, after a statement by Shah referring to Dr BR Ambedkar triggered a political storm and jammed Parliament on Wednesday.

4 mins

India stresses on peace in key meet after thaw

India on Wednesday emphasised the need for a \"mutually acceptable framework\" for settling the boundary issue with China as talks between Special Representatives of the two sides focused on cross-border cooperation, such as resumption of the Kailash Mansarovar Yatra, data sharing on trans-border rivers and border trade.

India stresses on peace in key meet after thaw

3 mins

'THEY CHARGE A LOT': TRUMP AGAIN WARNS INDIA OF RECIPROCAL TAXES

US Presidentelect Donald Trump has said that India charges \"a lot\" of tariff, reiterating his intention to impose reciprocal tariffs in \"retaliation\" for what New Delhi will impose on the import of certain American products. \"Reciprocal.

1 min

End of the road for Team India's top match-winner

For much of the raintormented day at the Gabba, no one had a clue.

End of the road for Team India's top match-winner

5 mins

A mystery drain, forgotten for 15 years, led to flooding in south Delhi during June 28 deluge

A mystery drain, whose existence everyone had forgotten for 15 years, and which, as a result, had not been cleaned for that span of time, was responsible for the flooding seen in tony south Delhi neighbourhoods such as Hauz Khas, Vasant Kunj and Malviya Nagar after the Capital received 230mm of rain in 24 hours till 8.30am on June 28.

A mystery drain, forgotten for 15 years, led to flooding in south Delhi during June 28 deluge

1 min

DELHI RIOTS CASE: COURT GRANTS 7-DAY INTERIM BAIL TO KHALID

A Delhi court on Wednesday granted former JNU student leader Umar Khalid interim bail for a week to attend his cousin's wedding.

1 min

13 killed as navy speedboat crashes into ferry in Mumbai

Thirteen people, including an officer from the Indian Navy and two contractual naval employees, were killed when a ferry carrying over 100 passengers from the Gateway of India to Elephanta Island capsized on Wednesday afternoon, at Butcher Island, after a navy speedboat, which was carrying out engine trials, went out of control and dashed into it.

13 killed as navy speedboat crashes into ferry in Mumbai

1 min

AAP promises free care for seniors in govt, pvt hospitals

Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) chief Arvind Kejriwal on Wednesday announced an ambitious health care scheme under which, he said, the Delhi government will give everyone above the age of 60 years - irrespective of income - free treatment in government and private hospitals across the city.

1 min

ELDERLY COUPLE KILLED IN FIRE AT SAFDARJUNG FLAT

An elderly couple died after a fire broke out at their flat in Safdarjung Enclave, south Delhi in the early hours of Wednesday, police officers said.

1 min

A very odd turn by cricket's reigning master of spin

In the middle of the tributes and praise being showered upon Ravichandran Ashwin, it appears to be a bit churlish to ask, but why now?

A very odd turn by cricket's reigning master of spin

5 mins

Laapataa Ladies out of Oscars race, UK's Santosh in longlist

India's official entry for the Best International Feature Category at the 97th Academy Awards, Kiran Rao's 2023 comedy-drama Laapataa Ladies, fell out of the Oscars race on Wednesday as it failed to make the longlist of 15 films eventually considered for the final five nominations.

2 mins

Playschool director held for placing camera in toilet

A case of privacy invasion has come to the fore from a Noida playschool in Sector 70, where a teacher discovered a hidden camera in the staff washroom earlier this month, police said on Wednesday.

1 min

Fog shrouds city; air still 'severe

Slow winds and an abrupt rise in moisture triggered a thick grey fog across Delhi on Wednesday morning, compounding the city's already severe air pollution.

Fog shrouds city; air still 'severe

2 mins

Forgotten for 15 yrs, S Delhi drain which led to waterlogging found

A mystery drain, the existence of which everyone had forgotten for 15 years, and which, as a result, had not been cleaned for that span of time, was responsible for the flooding seen in tony south Delhi neighbourhoods such as Hauz Khas, Vasant Kunj and Malviya Nagar after the Capital received 230 millimetres (mm) of rain in 24 hours till 8.30am on June 28.

3 mins

Courses on Gita, Viksit Bharat to be discussed by key DU committee

THE SIX PROPOSED COURSES INCLUDE FOUR GITA-BASED COURSES, A VIKSIT BHARAT COURSE, AND A PHD IN HINDU STUDIES

1 min

'12,000+ trees cut in Delhi in under 1K days'

The biggest failure has been in understanding that these Acts are not for cutting trees but preserving them. SUPREME COURT

2 mins

Playschool director held for placing camera in toilet

A case of privacy invasion has come to the fore from a Noida playschool in Sector 70, where a teacher discovered a hidden camera in the staff washroom earlier this month, police said on Wednesday.

1 min

Demand surges for '02 alternatives' in Delhi, but doctors advise caution

Amid extensive use of masks and air purifiers, Delhi's tryst with innovative measures to combat rising air pollution has seen a rise in demand for so-called \"pure oxygen\": in cans, at bars and through specialised therapies, all in the hope of countering the harmful effects of the toxic air.

2 mins

Kejriwal announces free health scheme for elderly

Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) chief Arvind Kejriwal announced a new healthcare initiative on Wednesday, promising free treatment for all citizens aged above 60, regardless of income.

Kejriwal announces free health scheme for elderly

3 mins

ECI HOLDS MEETS TO REVIEW PREPAREDNESS FOR DELHI POLLS

Chief Election Commissioner (CEC) Rajiv Kumar and Election Commissioners (ECs) Gyanesh Kumar and Sukhbir Singh Sandhu reviewed the poll preparedness for the upcoming Delhi legislative assembly elections on Wednesday, Election Commission of India (ECI) officials said.

1 min

Convene assembly session on Dec 19 or 20, LG asks CM

It is only after the judicial notice that you chose to place these reports before me... on the eve of hearing. VK SAXENA, Delhi LG

2 mins

BJP alleges fake caste certificate scam, calls for CBI investigation

The Delhi BJP on Wednesday alleged a scam involving fake caste certificates in the Delhi government, accusing Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) MLAs of complicity and demanding a Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) probe.

1 min

Umar Khalid granted interim bail to attend wedding, release set for Dec 28

A Delhi court on Wednesday granted former JNU student leader Umar Khalid interim bail for a week to attend his cousin's wedding.

Umar Khalid granted interim bail to attend wedding, release set for Dec 28

2 mins

LG Saxena inaugurates golf course at Dwarka's Sector 24

Delhi lieutenant governor VK Saxena on Wednesday inaugurated a sprawling new golf course in Dwarka.

LG Saxena inaugurates golf course at Dwarka's Sector 24

1 min

NDMC nod for smart parking at 150+ sites

Projects cleared

2 mins

Elderly couple killed in Safdarjung Enclave fire

An elderly couple died after a fire broke out at their flat in Safdarjung Enclave, south Delhi in the early hours of Wednesday, police officers and fire officials said.

Elderly couple killed in Safdarjung Enclave fire

2 mins

HC DECLINES TO STAY TRIAL COURT PROCEEDINGS AGAINST AAP MLA

The Delhi high court on Wednesday declined to stay trial court proceedings against Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) legislator Amanatullah Khan over alleged non-compliance with summons in a money laundering case linked to irregularities in the Delhi Waqf Board.

1 min

BJP forms 17-member panel for Delhi polls

The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) on Wednesday announced the formation of a 17-member election committee for the upcoming assembly polls in Delhi.

1 min

HC QUESTIONS 'HASTE' IN EVICTING AAP'S RAGHAV CHADHA

The Delhi high court on Wednesday questioned the alleged haste in evicting Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) parliamentarian Raghav Chadha from his official residence at Pandara Road, during the pendency of his suit seeking permanent injunction against the eviction.

1 min

DEATHS FROM DIARRHOEAL DISEASES DROP GLOBALLY: STUDY

There has been nearly 60% drop in global deaths due to diarrhoeal diseases, but children and the elderly remain vulnerable and accounted for the highest mortality rates, particularly in sub-Saharan Africa and South Asia, according to a study published in the Lancet Infectious Diseases on Wednesday.

1 min

'We saw a boat circling us... then it struck ours'

Frantic survivors recounted distressing account, detailing their struggle for survival, after a ferry carrying over 100 passengers from the Gateway of India to Elephanta Island capsised at Butcher island on Wednesday afternoon.

1 min

U'khand to implement UCC from January: CM

Uttarakhand chief minister Pushkar Singh Dhami announced on Wednesday that the Uniform Civil Code (UCC) will be implemented in the state from January 2025.

U'khand to implement UCC from January: CM

1 min

13 dead, 110 rescued as navy boat rams into ferry off Mumbai coast

Thirteen people, including an officer from the Indian Navy and two contractual naval employees, were killed when a ferry carrying over 100 passengers from the Gateway of India to Elephanta Island capsized on Wednesday afternoon, at Butcher island, after a navy speedboat, which was carrying out engine trials, went out of control and dashed into it.

13 dead, 110 rescued as navy boat rams into ferry off Mumbai coast

3 mins

SP MP MOVES HC AGAINST ARREST IN SAMBHAL CASE

Samajwadi Party MP from Sambhal Ziaur Rahman Barq has filed a writ petition in the Allahabad high court seeking a stay on his arrest in connection with an FIR lodged against him by police in connection with the violence in Sambhal. He has also sought quashing of the FIR registered against him.

1 min

HC relief to boy expelled over 'non-veg' tiffin in UP

The Allahabad high court has directed the Amroha district administration to ensure that three students who were allegedly expelled from a school for bringing non-vegetarian food in their tiffin get admission in another school within two weeks and file a compliance affidavit.

1 min

HAL to start delivery of new Sukhoi-30s to IAF in April 2027

THE STATE-RUN HAL INKED A DEAL WORTH ₹13,500 CR WITH THE DEFENCE MINISTRY LAST WEEK TO DELIVER 12 FIGHTER JETS TO THE IAF

2 mins

No talk of any change in INDIA bloc leadership

Jammu & Kashmir chief minister and INDIA bloc leader Omar Abdullah on Wednesday said that no talk of any leadership change has taken place in the opposition alliance.

No talk of any change in INDIA bloc leadership

1 min

2 Cong workers killed in stirs, Rahul criticises police for 'excessive force'

BOTH CONGRESS WORKERS DIED WHILE TAKING PART IN PARTY'S NATIONWIDE PROTESTS

1 min

KERALA PROMOTES CONTROVERSIAL COP AJITHKUMAR TO RANK OF DGP

The Kerala cabinet on Wednesday approved the promotion of senior IPS officer MR Ajithkumar, who was recently embroiled in a political row over his \"controversial meetings\" with RSS leaders, to the rank of director general of police (DGP).

1 min

HC questions Zubair over sharing seer's controversial speech

The Allahabad high court on Wednesday, while hearing journalist Mohammed Zubair's plea against an FIR filed against him for sharing a video of a speech made by controversial seer Yati Narsinghanand, asked why the fact-checker made a post about the matter on social media instead of approaching police and registering a case, news agency LiveLaw reported.

HC questions Zubair over sharing seer's controversial speech

1 min

Congress distorting statements made by Shah, says Rijiju

Union parliamentary affairs minister Kiren Rijiju on Wednesday slammed the Congress on Wednesday, saying the Opposition party was distorting Union home minister Amit Shah's remarks on BR Ambedkar.

1 min

Oppn leaders mount attack over Shah's remarks in Parl

Members of the Indian National Developmental Inclusive Alliance (INDIA) on Wednesday set aside differences to come together and attack the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) over Union home minister Amit Shah's comment referring to Dr BR Ambedkar, jamming Parliament and holding protests.

Oppn leaders mount attack over Shah's remarks in Parl

3 mins

There is no evidence on how ONOP reduces net expenses

Congress leader and top constitutional lawyer Abhishek Manu Singhvi spoke to Saubhadra Chatterji about the 'one national, one elections' bills tabled in the Lok Sabha this week, listing his objections to the idea and arguing that it is not a right fit for a parliamentary democracy such as India.

There is no evidence on how ONOP reduces net expenses

2 mins

SC slams Punjab over 'inhumane' treatment of state's home guards

SC ASKS PUNJAB TO REASSESS ITS STANCE ON PAY PARITY BETWEEN HOME GUARDS, POLICE PERSONNEL

1 min

SC WARNS PUNJAB OVER STRIKING FARMER'S HEALTH

The Supreme Court on Wednesday cautioned the Punjab government that the entire state machinery would bear the blame if anything untoward were to happen to farmer leader Jagjit Singh Dallewal, who has been on a fast-unto-death for 23 days.

1 min

Govt set to move motion over JPC for simultaneous poll bills

The Union government will formally move a motion in the Lok Sabha on Thursday to constitute a joint parliamentary committee (JPC) on two bills that aim to usher in simultaneous national and state elections, and propose the names of 21 lawmakers of the Lower House as members.

Govt set to move motion over JPC for simultaneous poll bills

2 mins

SC TO RAJ: GRANT LEGAL COVER TO SACRED GROVES

The Supreme Court on Wednesday directed the Rajasthan government to grant legal protection to sacred groves, or Orans, in the state as \"forests\" by undertaking a district-wise mapping of such lands not based on their size but on their ecological and cultural significance, while observing these groves are pivotal to biodiversity preservation.

1 min

Biden govt relaxes rules for firms to hire foreign workers with H-1B visas

The outgoing Biden administration has relaxed rules for H-1B visas that will make it easier for American companies to hire foreign workers with special skills and facilitate a smoother transition from F-1 student visas to H-1B visas, a move that is likely to benefit thousands of Indian tech professionals.

1 min

ICSSR PAY ISSUE IS NOT UNDER OUR PURVIEW: EDU MIN

The government is \"committed to strengthening central universities\" instead of funding \"independent research organisations\", Union education minister Dharmendra Pradhan has said, citing it as to why faculty members and staff of ICSSR-affiliated institutions were not being paid in accordance with the 7th Central Pay Commission (CPC) revised pay scales.

1 min

Raucous debate, lost opportunity

The Constitution debate in Parliament was lost in partisan squabbles instead of discussing new challenges before the nation

2 mins

Ashwin, match-winner & innovator for the ages

Few bowlers have had an impact on Indian cricket as deep and for as long, as Ravichandran Ashwin.

1 min

After Syria, the road ahead for West Asia

New realities are being created in West Bank even as the International Criminal Court issued warrants of arrest for Netanyahu and former defence minister Yoav Gallant for crimes against humanity

After Syria, the road ahead for West Asia

4 mins

Paving the path towards universal health coverage

International Universal Health Coverage (UHC) Day falls in December. For India, the road to UHC starts with increasing government spending on health, a national priority as per the government's policy documents.

Paving the path towards universal health coverage

3 mins

Before Saudi World Cup, a deal for Indian workers

INDIA SHOULD NEGOTIATE AGREEMENTS WITH SAUDI ARABIA TO ENSURE BETTER PROTECTION OF MIGRANT WORKERS, PRIORITISING FAIR WAGES, AND SAFE WORKING CONDITIONS

Before Saudi World Cup, a deal for Indian workers

3 mins

'Stay in the fight', Harris tells students after prez poll loss

Kamala Harris on Tuesday urged anyone who is disappointed by her defeat in last month's election to \"stay in the fight\" as Donald Trump prepares to take office, hinting that she won't be stepping off the political stage anytime soon.

'Stay in the fight', Harris tells students after prez poll loss

1 min

TRUMP WARNS TOP GOP CRITIC COULD BE 'IN A LOT OF TROUBLE'

Donald Trump warned on Wednesday that an ex-congresswoman who probed his role in the 2021 Capitol riot \"could be in a lot of trouble,\" after Republican lawmakers called for her to be criminally investigated.

1 min

France's highest court upholds Sarkozy's corruption conviction

The Cour de Cassation, France's highest court, upheld on Wednesday former president Nicolas Sarkozy's conviction for corruption and influence peddling.

France's highest court upholds Sarkozy's corruption conviction

1 min

Ukraine committed 'terrorist attack.says Russia on its general's killing

Russia has arrested Akhmad Kurbanov of Uzbekistan, who was promised $100,000 and resettlement in an EU country, by Ukraine's security service for the killing

Ukraine committed 'terrorist attack.says Russia on its general's killing

2 mins

Nissan, Honda may gain in India from potential merger

MERGER COULD ALIGN THE FIRMS' ELECTRIFICATION AND SOFTWARE DEVELOPMENT COLLABORATION

2 mins

Net direct tax kitty grows 16% on corporate refunds

Gross direct tax collection in 2024-25 (as on December 17) saw 20.32% year-on-year (y-o-y) jump to ₹19.21 lakh crore, but net collection in the period saw 16.45% increase at ₹15.82 lakh crore on higher refunds of ₹3.39 lakh crore, particularly on account of corporates, government data said.

Net direct tax kitty grows 16% on corporate refunds

2 mins

Donald Trump threatens to impose reciprocal tax on India

US President-elect Donald Trump has said that India charges \"a lot\" of tariff, reiterating his intention to impose reciprocal tariffs in retaliation for what New Delhi will impose on the import of certain American products.

Donald Trump threatens to impose reciprocal tax on India

1 min

Relief for quick commerce as CCI not keen to step in

Predatory pricing claims by trade body shadow growth of quick commerce

Relief for quick commerce as CCI not keen to step in

2 mins

TVS Credit eyes bid for Avendus Capital

TVS Credit has joined the race for KKR-backed investment bank Avendus Capital as part of its strategy to expand the group's financial services business, three people with knowledge of the development said.

TVS Credit eyes bid for Avendus Capital

2 mins

INDIA'S RECORD GOLD IMPORT WAS DUE TO AN ERROR IN CALCULATION

A surge in gold imports that widened India's trade deficit to a record last month and pushed the rupee to an all-time low was due to an error in calculation, according to people with knowledge of the matter.

1 min

Ashwin's last walk as an international player

The footsteps in the corridors of the Gabba in Brisbane would have sounded louder than before for Ravichandran Ashwin. This was, after all, the last time he would experience it as an international player.

Ashwin's last walk as an international player

2 mins

SOUL OF SPIN SAYS GOODBYE

The spinner who once called himself 'an engineer who became a cricketer' and helped India erect their fortress at home calls it quits

3 mins

Thinking bowler who could at will outwit batsmen

The off-spinners' club lost its brightest star when R Ashwin announced his retirement in Brisbane on Wednesday. He wasn't picked for the Gabba Test and perhaps sitting on the bench firmed up his mind.

Thinking bowler who could at will outwit batsmen

3 mins

India leave the Gabba with honours even

At almost all times during the Brisbane Test, Australia were ahead of the game.

India leave the Gabba with honours even

2 mins

Now, becoming the best player in the world is what I care about most

What must it be like to fulfil your life's greatest dream at 18? It's been less than a week since Gukesh D became world champion, beating China's Ding Liren, and the Indian teen is still wrapping his head around this delightful predicament.

Now, becoming the best player in the world is what I care about most

2 mins

Unbreakable Santosh back to rallying with an eye on Dakar

Astride a rally spec of Royal Enfield Himalayan 450, CS Santosh was riding through the dirt on the banks of the Egidillo river in Spain when memories of him flying through the dunes at the Dakar Rally flashed across his mind.

Unbreakable Santosh back to rallying with an eye on Dakar

3 mins

Caught Rahane, bowled Ashwin

Given a choice, R Ashwin would have liked to have Ajinkya Rahane permanently at slips for his bowling, such was their combination.

Caught Rahane, bowled Ashwin

2 mins

During a visit to his school as chief guest, actor Vedang Raina gets nostalgic about his days as a student

It was a moment of pure bliss and pride for Vedang Raina as the actor returned to his alma mater, Jamnabai Narsee School in Mumbai on Tuesday.

During a visit to his school as chief guest, actor Vedang Raina gets nostalgic about his days as a student

1 min

India has every reason to be proud: Shahana on Santosh being shortlisted for Oscars nom

Actor Shahana Goswami's film Santosh, has inched closer to being nominated for the International Feature Film category in the 2025 Academy Awards.

1 min

In Zen zone: Moulding the marble to match the paint

Smooth curves in pink intertwine the three figures so seamlessly that the marble they are made out of, emotes a unified soul.

1 min

Food, drinks, and soulful beats set the mood for Odella's launch

It was a starry weekend in Green Park as founders Nipun Khanna and Samir Aggarwal hosted the grand launch of Odella.

Food, drinks, and soulful beats set the mood for Odella's launch

1 min

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