The Free Press Journal - Mumbai - November 20, 2024

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November 20, 2024

Bit by Bit exposure: Supriya denies Bitcoin fund misuse

Another bombshell of an allegation was dropped on the eve of assembly elections. Ravindranath Patil, a former IPS officer and cyber expert, has accused prominent political figures, NCP-SP leader Supriya Sule and Congress President Nana Patole, of using illicit Bitcoin funds to finance their election campaigns.

1 min

MATDAAN: PEHLE DAAN, PHIR MAT

Dirty Money, Clean Exit: Tawde's Cash-for-Vote Drama

3 mins

Casual meet, says Tawde

Hours after facing allegations of distributing Rs 5 crore to woo voters, BJP general secretary Vinod Tawde called the charges against him as 'baseless and urged the Election Commission to conduct an impartial probe into the matter.

1 min

Resumption of Mansarovar Yatra discussed

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar met his Chinese counterpart Wang Yi on the sidelines of the G20 Summit in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, where they discussed the next steps, after the completion of the disengagement process at the Line of Actual Control.

1 min

Rahman's wife separates after 29 yrs

Oscar-winning music composer AR Rahman's wife Saira has announced separation from her husband.

1 min

Pawarfs Adani defence shakes MVA

NCP leader's stance sparks rift within alliance on the eve of polls.

2 mins

HC bars music academy from giving award to TM Krishna

The Madras High Court on Tuesday restrained the Madras Music Academy from conferring the Sangita Kalanidhi MS Subbulakshmi Award on Carnatic vocalist and activist TM Krishna.

1 min

Pollution fallout: Virtual hearings where possible

Chief Justice Sanjiv Khanna on Tuesday said all judges have been asked to allow virtual hearings wherever possible in view of the severe pollution levels in the national capital region.

1 min

AI TO FLY BACK STRANDED PASSENGERS

Air India will fly back at the earliest around 30 remaining passengers who were among those stranded in Phuket since last three days after the flight from Thailand to Delhi was cancelled due to a technical issue, according to sources.

1 min

Putin lowers N-threshold

Ukraine fires US made missiles at Russia for first time

2 mins

LIC WEBSITE SPARKS LANGUAGE ROW

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M K Stalin condemned the Life Insurance Corporation (LIC) of India on Tuesday for what he termed the \"Hindi imposition\" on its website. Stalin posted a screenshot of the LIC homepage displaying Hindi, accusing the platform of becoming a \"propaganda tool for Hindi\" and claiming that even the option to switch to English was shown in Hindi.

1 min

Delhi-Kashmir train by next yr

Prime Minister Narendra Modi is expected to inaugurate the Vande Bharat Express connecting Kashmir to Delhi in January 2025, according to the Minister of State for Railways, Ravneet Singh.

1 min

NDA Manipur Govt In tatters

25 MLAs, including 14 from the BJP, skipped meeting convened by CM; hundreds march with empty coffins

2 mins

THE DIE IS CAST (E)

State polling will see an intricate play of regional & caste dynamics with party rebels a stumbling block

3 mins

'Modiji, where did this ₹5cr come from?'

Rahul Gandhi leads charge against BJP after Vinod Tawde is allegedly caught with a large amount of cash

2 mins

A bitter and divisive campaign

The 2024 assembly election campaign is set to go down as the most intense and acrimonious political battle in Maharashtra°s history

2 mins

If Mahayuti wins the election, it will have the RSS to thank

More than a thousand people living in Pune-Mumbai for work or other reasons but are registered as voters in or around Nagpur will get a free ride home so they can exercise their franchise on Wednesday.

2 mins

Political dynasts ready for their day of reckoning

The fate of 4,136 candidates will be sealed in ballot box by the end of the day today.

1 min

Deshmukh attacked: Has the stone hit home?

A day after the alleged attack on NCP (SP) leader Anil Deshmukh, the police are still looking for the assailants.

1 min

No action against NGO in 'vote for freebies' event in Powai

A week after Chandivali constituency's returning officer Kalpana Gode ordered legal action against an NGO for distributing freebies to women in Powai, the Model Code of Conduct chief has failed to take action in the matter.

1 min

Formal plaint lodged against Sarvankar

A complaint has been lodged with the Election Commission of India (ECI), urging it to book Mahim MLA Sada Sarvankar for violating the Model Code of Conduct by allegedly seeking votes in lieu of free pressure cookers. Advocate Nikhil Kamble, who had received the information about the distribution, wrote to the ECI, alleging that the MLA used BMC funds to distribute freebies among voters.

1 min

BEST wheels grinding slower than ever before

As if the shrunken BEST fleet was not inconveniencing the commuters enough, bus services have been further impacted due to the deployment for election duties.

1 min

Ranked top for 6 yrs, Patel has it tougher this time around

Shiv Sena candidate Shaina NC points out that his performance should be reviewed as infrastructure of the area is worst in entire SoBo

3 mins

Tamil Selvan streets ahead of others, say Sion-Koliwada voters

Selvan was a corporator before being elected as an MLA twice, in 2014 and 2019; keepsintouch with electorate, say people

2 mins

Year on, SoBo road concretisation plan remains in limbo

Despite the BMC awarding the contract to concretise south Mumbai roads for a second time, the long-pending work continues to be stuck in limbo.

1 min

Baba 'shooter' rang bosses after murder

Cops say Shiv Kumar Gautam dumped his phone in a nullah near Thane station at handlers' behest

1 min

Can,t tell exact date of Salem's release now: Officials

The Taloja prison authorities have expressed inability to give an exact date of release for gangster Abu Salem, who has been serving life imprisonment in the 1993 blasts case.

1 min

Maze of 250 accounts, shell firms discovered

In ₹125 cr Malegaon money laundering case, ED asks banks to share KYC info, records related to these a/cs

2 mins

An unsolicited message and techie loses ₹98k

A 39-year-old engineer lost Rs98,000 after receiving sudden text messages informing him about UPI registration, which he hadn't requested.

1 min

'Justify breaching 50% limit for Maratha quota'

HC says apart from backwardness, govt has to give strong reasons to go beyond threshold set by top court

2 mins

Fraud hacks elderly's Dhone over video call

In an unusual case, a 65-yearold garment trader was duped of Rs2.7 lakh by an unknown scammer, who posed as a bank official and hacked his phone during a video call.

1 min

SK visa racket accused granted bail

Accused has been released on a bond of ₹20,000; court asks him not to leave India without prior permission

1 min

Tally of Indian students rises above Chinese strength in US

Indian students have overtaken Chinese students as the largest group of international students in the United States, reaching a record 3,31,602 (23% rise) during the 2023-24 academic year, according to the latest Open Doors report.

1 min

Caretaker arrested for ₹34L jewellery theft

Accused had displayed stolen items on WhatsApp display picture, which led to the arrest

1 min

Nigerian held for brutally assaulting security guard for denying entry to Shivaji carvings

The Vashi police have arrested a Nigerian national for brutally assaulting a watchman assigned at Shivaji Chowk after he denied the man entry inside the glass room at the chowk. Inside the glass room, carvings depicting the life of Shivaji are placed and nobody is allowed to enter inside.

1 min

ayyappa devotees begin austerities for Sabarin

Millions of Lord Ayyappa devotees have started preparations for the annual pilgrimage to the deity's mountaintop shrine in Sabarimala, Kerala.

2 mins

Adani Realty plans expansion in Mumbai

Adani Realty, the real estate arm of the Adani Group, is set to make an expansion in Mumbai, targeting the development of 6-8 million sq ft of residential, commercial, and retail spaces.

1 min

Firm director booked for ₹14.92L scam

The Powai police have registered an FIR against the director of a company offering hospitality services for cheating multiple clients out of Rs14.92 lakh.

1 min

HC calls for safeguarding interests of homebuyers

State asked to ensure clarity; court highlighted lack of coordination among MahaRERA, authorities

2 mins

HC relief for Kochhar in SFIO case

The Bombay High Court on Tuesday directed the Serious Fraud Investigation Office (SFIO) not to take any coercive actions against former MD and CEO of ICICI Bank Chanda Kochhar.

1 min

JNPA to auction additional land in SEZ in Dec

Jawaharlal Nehru Port Authority (JNPA) has announced plans to auction additional land in its special economic zone (SEZ) by the first week of December.

1 min

28 new shelters for homeless persons across Mumbai

The state chief secretary has informed the state human rights commission (SHRC) that 28 new shelters have been set up to provide accommodation for homeless persons in the city.

1 min

Truek carrying 'l,361 pressure cookers seized

Ahead of election day, a truck carrying 1,361 pressure cookers was seized in Junnar by the Static Surveillance Team (SST) during a routine inspection at a checkpoint, officials said on Tuesday.

1 min

Metro couples with ToiletSeva

Celebrating World Toilet Day, Pune Metro on Tuesday announced its collaboration with ToiletSeva, a mobile application that helps one find a proper toilet.

1 min

18k+ cops deployed in Pune

Police, CAPF to ensure security at 8,462 polling centres

1 min

Savarkar defamation case: Rahul Gandhi summoned

Earlier, Gandhi was summoned on Oot 23 but he didn't appear before the court claiming non-receipt of the summon

1 min

'Drunk' minor's SUV kills 1, injures 3

Reviving memories of the infamous Porsche crash case, yet another tragic accident has occurred in Pune.

1 min

Excise seizes illegal goods worth ₹10L

During the enforcement of the Model Code of Conduct (MCC) for the Maharashtra Assembly elections, the Daund unit of the State Excise Department conducted a crackdown and seized illegal items worth Rs10.69 lakh and destroyed liquor stock worth Rs2.96 lakh on Monday in Yavat jurisdiction.

1 min

PUNE SHIVERS AS TEMP DIPS TO 12.9°C

Punekars are experiencing shivers as the city's temperature continues to fall.

1 min

Parking facilities near centres with higher booth count

The Pimpri-Chinchwad Municipal Corporation (PCMC), in collaboration with the Pimpri-Chinchwad Police Commissionerate's Traffic Department, has arranged spacious parking facilities near polling centres with a high number of booths to ensure voter convenience.

2 mins

FOG DELAYS FLIGHTS TO NORTH INDIA

More than six flights from Pune to North Indian cities, including Delhi, were delayed due to dense fog over and around the national capital.

1 min

Independent candidate, supporters face attack

Some unidentified persons pelted stones on the car of an independent candidate near the waluj area when he and his supporters were going home after completing the campaigning on Monday evening.

1 min

Administration prepared for polls

As the polling starts at 7am today, the administration remains on high alert to ensure law and order remains intact and voters can exercise their right to vote without any inconvenience or fear.

1 min

Candidates show their strength

On the last day of election campaigning, candidates from the city and rural areas across the four constituencies show-cased their strength through rallies, processions, and meetings.

1 min

Congress blames Mahayuti for deepening water crisis

Congress slams BJP-Mahayuti for worsening Marathwada°s plight with poor planning and failure to execute development projects

1 min

One held distributing money to Voters

The Jawaharnagar Police arrested a man for taking the Aadhar card and election card of a voter and refraining him from casting a vote by giving Rs1,000.

1 min

Traffic curbs

Traffic restrictions have been imposed by the city traffic police around strong rooms during the elections today (Nov 20) and on counting day, Saturday (Nov 23).

1 min

Ahmednagar ready for polls today

The excitement of the assembly elections, ongoing for a month, ended on Monday evening.

1 min

₹17cr seized ahead of polls

3,683 polling stations ready for elections in Jalgaon while police seize cash, weapons and illegal items

1 min

Gite blames opponents for namesake

The Nashik East Assembly Constituency is witnessing a heated exchange of accusations, with Ganesh Gite, the official candidate of the Maha Vikas Aghadi (MVA), alleging a conspiracy by BJP candidate Rahul Dhikle.

1 min

India to contribute 20% of global workforce growth between 2023-2050

India is set to play a pivotal role in global workforce growth, contributing 20 percent of it between 2023 and 2050, according to a report by Angel One Wealth.

1 min

Ecommerce firms should respect law of land: Min

Commerce and Industry Piyush Goyal On Tuesday said the country's foreign direct investment (FDI) norms are clear for the e-commerce retail and the companies in this segment should respect the law of the land.

1 min

Steel ministry looking into issues related to substandard imports

Union Steel Minister HD Kumaraswamy on Tuesday said the government is working to address the issues related to the sector, including the concerns of imports of substandard products.

1 min

India looks for equity, balance, fair trade in FTA talks: Goyal

India looks for equity, balance and fair trade while negotiating a free trade agreement (FTA), Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal said on Tuesday.

1 min

Gilts surge on fall in US yields; Ukraine attack news caps gains

Government bond prices ended higher, but profits were capped even as US Treasury yields fell intraday.

1 min

ESIC new member addition rises 9% to 20.58L in Sep

Employees' State Insurance Corporation (ESIC) logged over nine per cent on-year rise in new workers enrolment at 20.58 lakh under its ESI Scheme in September, 2024, according to payroll data.

1 min

India needs to reassess taxation on batteries, says PM's adviser

Tarun Kapoor, Advisor to the Prime Minister's Office, highlighted the need to revisit the taxation structure on batteries while addressing the FICCI Conference on 'Electric Vehicles - Accelerating E-mobility: Enablers and Imperatives'.

1 min

RBI cautions public over deepfake videos of its top mgmt

The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has cautioned the public over deepfake videos of its top management being circulated over social media giving financial advice.

1 min

India's RE capacity to touch 250 GW mark by Mar 2026

The capacity addition will be driven by the large project pipeline of over 80 GW

1 min

Trump presidency may be a positive for India: CEA

Chief Economic Advisor G Anantha Nageswaran on Tuesday said Donald Trump's Presidency may be a \"positive\" for India as it will contain the energy prices, a crucial component for the GDP growth.

1 min

Govt plans minority stake sale in 4 PSU bks

The government may help four public-sector banks meet the Securities and Exchange Board of India's minimum public shareholding norm of 25% by offloading some of its stake in the banks through the offer-for-sale route, a senior finance ministry official said Tuesday.

1 min

Majority of corporates want govt to enable real-time reporting for audit

About 74 per cent of high-end corporate taxpayers want the income tax department to enable near real-time reporting and compliance monitoring, Deloitte India said on Tuesday.

1 min

Stock markets rebound after days of downtrend

Sensex rises 239 points, Nifty gains 64 points

2 mins

Adani Infra to buy 30% stake in PSP Projects for ₹685 crore

Billionaire Gautam Adani's Adani Infra will buy a 30.07 per cent stake in construction firm PSP Projects for Rs 685.36 crore as it looks to consolidate its construction capabilities.

1 min

Sebi proposes increase in application size to up to ₹4L for SME IPOs

Markets regulator Sebi on Tuesday proposed increasing the minimum application size for SME IPOs to up to Rs 4 lakh, to ensure that only informed investors with adequate risk appetite and investment capacity can apply.

1 min

Meta to appeal against CCI penalty

Meta plans to appeal against the Rs 213.14 crore penalty imposed on it by the Competition Commission of India (CCI) for charges of abusing its dominant position.

1 min

Steel cos may see hiked demand, better margins in QBFY25: Report

Steel companies may see improved demand and better margins in quarter three of the current fiscal year, according to a report by Centrum.

1 min

IHCL lines up ₹5,000 crore for doubling hotels, revenue by 2030

Tata Group hospitality firm Indian Hotels Company Ltd (IHCL) has earmarked capex of Rs 5,000 crore to double its number of properties to over 700 by 2030, its Managing Director and CEO Puneet Chhatwal said on Tuesday.

1 min

Global economy to see subdued growth amid geopolitical uncertainty in 2025: Barclays

The global economy faces a challenging landscape in 2025 characterized by subdued growth and heightened uncertainty, according to a report from Barclays Bank.

1 min

PURE EV ties up with Arva Electric to expand presence in Middle East, Africa

PURE EV, a prominent electric two-wheeler manufacturer, announced a strategic collaboration with Arva Electric Vehicles Manufacturing LLC, on Tuesday, to boost the distribution and sales of its electric motorcycles in the Middle East and Africa.

1 min

Paytm UPI goes global

One97 Communications (OCL), that owns Paytm brand, on Tuesday said Paytm users will be able to make UPI payments at select international locations, including popular spots in the UAE, Singapore, France, Mauritius, Bhutan, and Nepal.

1 min

Follow KYC guidelines or face regulatory action: RBI DG to banks

RBI Deputy Governor Swaminathan J has asked banks to follow KYC guidelines with both \"precision and empathy\", failing which regulatory actions will be taken against them by the central bank.

1 min

Nissan ships 2,700 units ofits latest Magnite compact SUVs to South Africa

Nissan has commenced exports of its latest compact SUV, the 'Magnite,' to South Africa, reinforcing India's position as an export hub for the Japanese automaker said.

1 min

Tata Power, Druk Green to develop 5,000 Mw clean energy projects

Tata Power on Tuesday said it has entered into a strategic partnership with Bhutan's Druk Green Power Corporation Ltd (DGPC) for the development of 5,000 MW of clean energy capacity in the Himalayan nation.

1 min

CCPA to bring regulatory framework for diamond industry

The Central Consumer Protection Authority (CCPA) will soon release guidelines on the diamond sector to ensure explicit labelling and certification of all diamonds and prohibit the use of misleading terms in trade.

1 min

Nifty breaks lower lows formation of last 7 sessions

Till Nifty holds below 23500 zones, weakness could be seen towards 23350 then 23200 zones while hurdles are placed at 23650 and 23750 zones.

2 mins

Korean Cuisine's Phenomenal Rise in India: What's Fueling the Trend?

Korean cuisine has taken India by storm, transforming from a niche interest into a full-fledged culinary phenomenon.

2 mins

Would request non-Hindu staff to take VRS or transfer: TTD

Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanam (TTD) chairman B.R. Naidu on Tuesday said that they have identified non-Hindu employees in the TTD and will request them either to take voluntary retirement or shift them to other government departments like revenue, municipality or corporations.

1 min

ANI-' guns down most-wanted Naxal

Most wanted Maoist naxal leader in Karnataka Vikram Gowda was killed in an encounter by the Anti Naxal Force (ANF) in a forest near Udupi.

1 min

SP's 'veiled threat' a day before bypolls

A day before voting begins for nine assembly seats in UP, the Samajwadi Party has raised serious concerns with the Election Commission, demanding that Muslim women voters should not be asked to remove their burqas during identity verification.

1 min

Why delay in delimitation process for NE states: SC

The Supreme Court on Tuesday raised concerns over the delay in carrying out the delimitation exercise in Arunachal Pradesh, Nagaland, Manipur and Assam, despite a 2020 presidential order rescinding the deferment of the process.

1 min

Rahul takes a dig at Sebi chief Madhuri, Adani

Congress leader Rahul Gandhi on Tuesday alleged that there was a \"fixed match\" going on to protect crony capitalists and said ordinary investors will be the biggest loser in it.

1 min

IIx-BJP union min in a spol over 'belittling' Wayanad

Former Union minister of state for external affairs and senior BJP leader V Muraleedharan Tuesday ran into a controversy over a needless remark on the wayanad landslide tragedy.

1 min

UP to get country's first night safari soon: Yogi

Chief minister Yogi Adityanath on Tuesday said the country's first night safari in Uttar Pradesh's Lucknow will become operational by December 2026.

1 min

Six Bangladeshis held in Karnataka

Six Bangladeshis were arrested for allegedly staying illegally in Chirtadurga, police said on Tuesday.

1 min

'My faith not linked to my ability to dispense iustiee'

Former Chief Justice of India (CJI) DY Chandrachud, in an exclusive interview to CNNNews18, cleared his stance on the controversy over his \"prayer\" ahead of the Ayodhya verdict, saying he was a \"person of faith\".

1 min

Palestine thanks India for $2.5m aid

Palestine on Tuesday expressed its deep gratitude to India for releasing the second tranche of $2.5 million financial aid to the United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees in the Near East (UNRw A), thus fulfilling its pledged annual contribution of $5 million for the year 2024-2025.

1 min

Aloof Nitish triggers speculation

Much to the surprise of one and all, Bihar chief minister and JD (U) president Nitish Kumar did not address a single election rally to seek votes for NDA candidates in the ongoing Jharkhand assembly election.

1 min

TOL. MOL KE POLL

Despite being the star campaigner for Maharashtra & J’khand, Yogi Adityanath held 13 rallies, two roadshows in Uttar Pradesh in five days

1 min

Prasad sold at Himachal temple shop unfit to consume: Report

Samples of 'rotes' sold as 'prasad' at the Baba Balak Nath temple trust shop at Deothsidh in Himachal Pradesh's Hamirpur district have been found to be unfit for consuming.

1 min

Modi bats for strong bilateral ties with UK, Italy and France

Prime Minister Narendra Modi met leaders of several countries, including those from the United Kingdom, France, Italy, Indonesia, Norway, Portugal, Egypt and South Korea on the sidelines of the G20 Summit and discussed ways to improve and strengthen bilateral ties.

1 min

Ex-IAS officer held for taking ₹45 lakh bribe

A retired IAS officer from Chhattisgarh has been accused of accepting a bribe to secure a Deputy Collectors position for an individual.

1 min

Cops grill officer, ED notice to K'taka CM's wife

Mysuru Lokayukta Police on Tuesday questioned former Mysore Urban Development Authority (MUDA) commissioner DB Natesh in the alternative plot allotment scam in which Chief Minister Siddaramaiah is an accused.

1 min

Divisional Commissioner to probe Raj slapgate

The SDM slapping and incidents of violence that took place on November 13 during the Deoli-Uniara assembly by-election in Tonk district will now be investigated by a committee headed by the Divisional Commissioner.

1 min

IIM Ranchi hosts Management Development Programme for Navodaya Vidyalaya leaders

IIM Ranchi inaugurated a five-day Management Development Programme (MDP) for the Principals and Vice-Principals of PM SHRI Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalayas (JNVs) from the Patna Region.

1 min

70% drop in violence in Kashmir, North East: HM

Union Home Minister Amit Shah stated that violence in Jammu and Kashmir, the North East, and Naxal territories has decreased by 70% in the last ten years, and the country's internal security will be strengthened.

1 min

Goa govt mulls 'digital rupee' for Griha Aadhar payments

Plans to link scheme on pilot basis to RBI's digital currency

1 min

100-member brass band to tail carriage of St Xavier's relics

Anil Couto, the Archbishop of Delhi who will lead the congregation and 10 other Bishops including Cardinal Felipe Neri Ferrao and Goa's auxiliary bishop Simiao Purificacao Fernandes, will not be the only ones lending a slice of spiritual aura to the e-carriage taking the relics of St Francis Xavier from the Basilica of Bom Jesus to the Se Cathedral at Old Goa after the inaugural mass of the Exposition on Thursday morning.

2 mins

Spiritual tourism faces key test

STAKEHOLDERS PIN HOPES ON SACRED AURA OF ST XAVIER TO MAKE UP FOR LACKLUSTRE PUSH; RISING FLIGHT FARES, ACCOMMODATION A CONCERN

2 mins

IFFI: It's lights, camera, action!

270 films from 101 countries to be screened; Australian film 'The Better Man' will be opening movie at festival

1 min

Lobo hints at political shift to Mandrem for 2027 polls

SPECULATIONS OF SON'S ELECTORAL ASPIRATIONS

2 mins

South Goa coast more prone to erosion: Study

A recent Goa shoreline study conducted by the National Centre for Sustainable Coastal Management (NCSCM) on beach erosion has revealed that all the beaches undergo both erosion and accretion, with the study pointing out that South Goa coast is comparatively more prone to erosion.

1 min

Demand for Senior Civil Court Judge in Yemmiganur

B.V. Jayanageswara Reddy, MLA of Yemmiganur constituency, has requested MD Farooq, Minister for Law and Minority welfare, to establish a Senior Civil Judge Court in Yemmiganur.

1 min

Bhatti condemns distortion of Indira Gandhi°s history

Deputy Chief Minister Bhatti Vikramarka strongly condemned the distortion of the history of former Prime Minister Indira Gandhi.

1 min

HYDRA chief tours Ameenpur Lake

Commissioner of Hyderabad Disaster Response and Asset Protection Agency (HYDRA) AV Ranganath today toured in Ameenpur municipality of Sangareddy district.

1 min

'BRS spreading false propaganda over Lagacharla incident'

Congress MLA T Ram Mohan Reddy has criticised the Bharat Rashtra Samithi (BRS) leaders for spreading false propaganda over the Lagacharla incident.

1 min

Solve complaints within 15 days: Hyd Mayor

GHMC Mayor Gadwal Vijayalakshmi has instructed the officials to resolve the complaints within 15 days.

1 min

Fiery debate in AP Legislative Council over Rushikonda

The Andhra Pradesh Legislative Council witnessed a heated debate on Tuesday over the controversial Rushikonda buildings.

2 mins

Hyd Metro Rail bags IGBC Green Existing MRTS

L&T Metro Rail Hyderabad (L&TMRHL) has bagged the prestigious IGBC Green Existing MRTS Platinum Certification for all 57 metro stations across its entire network.

1 min

SpaceX successfully launches Isro's 4,700 kg communication satellite from US

The country's latest communication satellite, GSAT-N2, was successfully launched by billionaire Elon Musk-founded SpaceX from Cape Canaveral in the US, Isro's commercial arm NSIL has said.

1 min

Kannada actor held for firing gun

Kannada television actor Thandaveshwar was arrested on Tuesday for allegedly firing his licensed gun during a heated discussion with director Bharat Navunda over a film production dispute, police said.

1 min

Don,t gamble on Channapatna results: Nikhil Kumaraswamv

JD(S) Channapatna candidate Nikhil Kumaraswamy along with his wife and child visits the Deveshwar temple in his grandfather and JD(S) patriarch HD Deve Gowdais native village, Hardanahalli, in Holenarasipura taluk of Hassan district on Monday.

1 min

Reckless stunt by youths in B'luru sparks outrage on social media

There is a rise in reckless driving and risky stunts for social media videos across India.

1 min

What makes the 'flying man' soar?

The much-talked about \"flying man\" is able to lift off thanks to multiple jet engines powered by gas turbines.

1 min

Will you agree to probe? Cong asks Ashoka

Karnataka Pradesh Congress Committee spokesperson Ramesh Babu on Monday asked Leader of the Opposition in the Assembly R Ashoka if he would agree to be investigated in relation to corruption allegations directed at him.

1 min

Karnataka govt will establish three dedicated global innovation districts: CM Siddaramaiah

3-day tech conclave by Department of Electronics, IT and BT

2 mins

Nation applauds success in Anti-Naxal Operations: CM

Chief Minister Vishnu Deo Sai lauded the CRPF jawans for their exceptional efforts in combating Naxalism over the past 11 months, earning nationwide recognition for their achievements.

1 min

Father-son arrested for poisoning leopard

The Forest Department has solved the mysterious death of a 7-yearold male leopard found in the Katghora forest division of Chhattisgarh.

1 min

BJP-Congress spar over farmers

The political confrontation over the alleged ban on paddy sowing during the Rabi season in Raipur and surrounding districts highlights the sensitive issue of agricultural policy and its impact on farmers.

1 min

HC seeks affidavit from CS, BMC over sale of tobacco near schools

The High Court of Chhattisgarh has expressed strong displeasure over the sale of tobacco products near schools, calling it a serious threat to children's health and future.

1 min

Kanker district wins best inland district award

National Recognition for Fisheries Development in Chhattisgarh

1 min

FIR against comedian Yash Rathi in IIT-Bhilai case

FIR was lodged against the standup comedian Yash Rathi on the complaint filed by BJYM leader Rohan Singh, Karni Sena and other organizations.

2 mins

IAS Sonwani, Businessman Goyal sent on 7 days remand

CBI arrested ex-Chairman PSC, Industrialist

2 mins

Deputy CM holds review, calls for action on delays

Chhattisgarh Deputy Chief Minister Arun Sao, on the second day of his two-day visit to Bastar, inspected road and bridge construction works in Bijapur.

1 min

Dahod transforms with ₹241cr Smart City projects

Dahod district of Gujarat has achieved remarkable progress as part of India's Smart Cities Mission.

2 mins

Seven state hospitals suspended from PMJAY

Two patients died after unnecessary angioplasty was performed on them in a bid to earn money from the Yojana

2 mins

Ahmedabad sees 9 murders in 20 days

The festive season in Gujarat has given way to a grim reality in Ahmedabad, where an alarming rise in violent crimes has raised concerns about the city's law and order.

2 mins

RBI penalizes 3 co-op banks

The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) announced that it has imposed a monetary penalty on three cooperative banks in Gujarat for failing to comply with certain directions issued by the apex bank.

1 min

One in every four Gujaratis is part of a co-op society

During the Rastriya Sahkar Saptah, observed nationwide from November 14 to 20, the pivotal role of cooperative activities in driving the development of both the nation and the state has been duly recognized. Gujarat's cooperative model has earned distinct acknowledgment across the country.

1 min

Coldplay's concert in Ahd drives hotel rates up seven-fold

The much-anticipated Coldplay concert in Ahmedabad on January 25 and 26, 2025, has sent waves of excitement among fans, but it has also triggered a surge in hotel prices across the city.

1 min

KFC, La Pino'z Pizza sealed over unhygienic kitchen

Taking strict action against public littering and unhygienic practices, the Ahmedabad Municipal Corporation (AMC) has sealed 9 outlets.

1 min

NIFT Daman students head for Holland

Two textile students from the National Institute of Fashion Technology (NIFT) Daman campus have been selected for a semester exchange program at Saxion University of Applied Sciences, Netherlands, for the academic term starting in Jan.

1 min

Cannons to boom at Ranchhodji Temple

Vadodara district court has ruled in favour of the priest of Ranchhodji Mandir on MG Road, granting permission to fire the temple's over 150-yearold cannon.

1 min

Tension in Mhouganj as MLA tries to remove encroachment

Police take MLA to another place to control situation

1 min

HC relief to PG medical student battling Autoimmune disease

HC orders Govt medical college, Gwalior to issue NOC with documents without charging Rs 30 lakh for leaving the seat due to medical reasons

1 min

New DGP likely before Yadav's foreign trip

DPC will be held on November 21, and Yadav to fly abroad on Nov 24

1 min

Tansen Shatabdi Samaroh in Jaipur on Nov 22

Artistes from Bhopal, Ujjain, Mumbai to perform under its first national event Aagaaz

1 min

Schools not prepared for NAS 2024, reports RSK

The officers incharge appointed by Rajya Shiksha Kendra (RSK) have stated in a report to RSK director Harjinder Singh that schools in Madhya Pradesh are inadequately prepared for the upcoming National Achievement Survey (NAS) 2024.

1 min

'The Sabarmati Report' tax free in MP, CG

Chief Minister Mohan Yadav announced on Tuesday that 'The Sabarmati Report' film would be tax free in the state.

1 min

Chambal mein goli bhi pranam kar marte hain, says Yadav

Lord Ram and Krishna came to MP, says CM

1 min

AAI seeks over 100 personnel ior security of Datia & Satna airports

It is responsibility of the state government to provide seourity personnel for the RCS airports Around 70 polioe personnel have been sought for Datia airport and 58 for the airport at Satna

1 min

Another Bija Mandal temple found in Vidisha district

World Heritage Week from Nov 19-25

2 mins

2.50L jobs to be created in Pvt sector: CM

The BJP focuses on jobs as promised in its election manifesto

1 min

Irs the day ofthe voter

This election also puts to test the moral fabric of Maharashtra’s politics. Now, it is up to the people to judge: Was the Mahayuti an illegitimate power grab, or was the MVA an opportunistic coalition?

2 mins

Will the Assembly elections truly Change citizens, daily lives?

The middle class, once seen as the backbone of democratic engagement, now finds itself disillusioned, questioning the efficacy of its vote

4 mins

Neither sip nor dip on Ganga's sacred banks

The devout, who lovingly immerse idols and floral offerings, seem unaware that their reverence adds to the filth in the river

1 min

How seriously do we take PLA's disengagement from Ladakh?

India must not get complacent, but maintain a close watch and ensure modernisation and replacement of weapons and equipment

4 mins

Campaign to ban ISKCON in B,desh

After a spate of attacks on minority Hindus, a social media campaign in Bangladesh has called for a ban on the Hindu religious organisation, ISKCON or the International Society for Krishna Consciousness.

1 min

Gaetz faces fresh sexual allegations

TRUMP'S ATTORNEY GENERAL PICK

1 min

47 pro-democracy activists get jail sentence in Hong Kong

Several of Hong Kong's most prominent pro-democracy figures have been jailed - one for 10 years - in the territory's largest national security trial, following a prosecution that has been widely criticised as politically motivated.

1 min

Ukraine vows to 6never submit,

Citizens try to continue to carry on their daily chores, coping with hardships, shortages and trying to keep nation running

2 mins

Turkish strikes cut water supply in Kurdish Syria

Turkish air strikes in drought-struck north-east Syria have cut off access to electricity and water for more than a million people, in what experts say may be a violation of international law.

1 min

G20 remains silent on fossil fuel Options

G20 leaders met in Rio de Janeiro on Monday for talks on climate change, ongoing wars in Ukraine, Gaza and Lebanon, and more, at a forum that highlighted the differences between world powers but also delivered some successes.

1 min

42k protest Bill that curbs Maori rights

Tens of thousands of New Zealanders rallied outside parliament on Tuesday in one of the country's largest-ever protests to oppose a Bill, which opponents say seeks to dilute the rights of Maori and threatens to set race relations back decades.

1 min

Hamas kills 20 aid truck looters

Nearly 100 trucks carrying food for Palestinians were violently looted on November 16 after entering Gaza in one of the worst aid losses during 13 months of war in the enclave, where hunger is deepening, two UN agencies told Reuters on Monday.

1 min

Is a gluten-free diet good for you?

Today's social networking generation has given a whole new meaning to health and fitness. In an attempt to get that perfect shape, people follow online trends blindly.

2 mins

Vivah@18, when Sooraj swung from Salman Khan to Shahid Kapoor

After three back-to-back blockbusters with Salman Khan, Sooraj Barjatya opted for Shahid Kapoor in his supremely sanskari cinema Vivah.

1 min

'I cry a lot in bathroom'

Shah Rukh Khan says he gets 'self eritieal' when his films flop, admits \ he does not show it to anyone

1 min

Taapsee taunts paps

Taapsee Pannu stepped out for an event in Mumbai on Monday evening, and while at it, she was seen having a banter with the paparazzi, with whom she shares a love-hate relationship.

1 min

Grover praises salman

Ashneer Grover breaks silence after Salman Khan confronts him in Bigg Boss 18

1 min

Moon Moon Sen's husband dies

Moon Moon Sen, a former TMC MP, had married Dev Varma in 1978

1 min

Wedding bells

Varun Dhawan's Baby John co-star Keerthy Suresh to marry high school sweetheart Anthony Thattil in December?

1 min

watson feels Aussies should leave Kohli alone

Hope he doesn't bring the intensity, says Watson

1 min

Healy wants Australian pacers to go after Kohli

Legendary Australian wicket-keeper wants quicks to attack Kohli's body, front pads to see his back

1 min

Shastri confident about 'world class' Yashasvi Jaiswal

Former India head coach Ravi Shastri is confident that the \"already world class\" Yashasvi Jaiswal will return from the Australian tour a significantly improved batter, no matter the challenges he encounters along the way.

2 mins

Marnus won't underestimate Team India

Australian batter feels Visitors have a quality batting line-up to fight

1 min

Rampal backs India for LA28

Indian hockey legend feels team ean win 2026 Asian Games gold

3 mins

Pant rejects Gavaskar's assessment

Rishabh Pant on Tuesday rejected the legendary Sunil Gavaskar's assessment that the India wicketkeeper-batter left Delhi Capitals due to disagreement over his retention fee ahead of the mega auction of the Indian Premier League.

1 min

Savio Super 5's: Anvi nets six as St. Joseph's Pune lift title

Anvi Rawat pumped in six goals as St. Joseph's Pune thrashed Duruelo Convent 6-1 in the U-14 girls final to win the 4th Savio Super 5's 2024 conducted on November 9 and 10.

1 min

India storm into final

Navneet, Lalremsiami on target against Japan

2 mins

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