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Manipur cops crack down on fake news

NEW DELHI: Grappling to restore normalcy and put an end to incidents of violence in the ethnic strife-torn state, the Manipur police have started filing cases against those circulating rumours and fake news on social media platforms, officers familiar with the development said

Top court to hear Manipur assault video matter today

NEW DELHI: The Supreme Court on Monday will consider the Union government's request to transfer the trial of the case relating to the May 4 assault of two women by a mob - a viral video of which sparked an outcry outside Manipur and direct for its conclusion within six months of filing of the charge sheet by the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI)

Burglaries up, Dwarka and North dists most vulnerable

Till June 15, 3,008 burglaries reported a 26.17% rise from the 2,384 cases filed in the same period last year, data shows

Bill set to replace Delhi ordinance includes key edits

NEW DELHI: From dropping a contentious provision that was apparently inserted to overcome the effect of the May 11, 2023 judgment of the Supreme Court giving the control of bureaucrats to the Delhi government, to changing the manner in which tribunals' heads are to be appointed in the national capital, the bill that is set to replace the Delhi services ordinance has incorporated some key changes

Art historian Kavita Singh passes away

NEW DELHI: Art historian, scholar, writer, and winner of the prestigious 2018 Infosys Prize for Humanities, Kavita Singh, passed away on Sunday after battling cancer for over two years, people aware of the development told HT. Singh was 58

Cop waiting on road after car breakdown hit by truck, dies

NEW DELHI: A Delhi Police inspector posted with the security unit was killed after allegedly being hit by a speeding truck on Rohtak Road near Madipur Metro station in west Delhi in the early hours of Sunday, the Delhi Police said

Lodhi's smaller monuments set for G20 facelift

NEW DELHI: Delhi's iconic Lodhi Gardens has, for decades, been synonymous with the Shish Gumbad and Bada Gumbad or the mausoleums of Sikandar Lodi and Muhammad Shah

MPs call on Manipur guv with peace plan

IMPHAL: Twenty-one members of Parliament from the Opposition alliance Indian National Developmental Inclusive Alliance, or INDIA, told Manipur governor Anusuiya Uikey that their findings in the state had established beyond doubt that the state machinery failed to control the situation for close to three months, according to leaders from the delegation that concluded its two-day visit on Sunday

Stage set for big fight on Delhi bill as Parl resumes

NEW DELHI: Parliament is set for another rocky session this week, with the Centre likely to introduce the Government of National Capital Territory of Delhi (Amendment) Bill, 2023, which, if passed, will replace an ordinance that gave the Union government control of the national capital’s bureaucratic set-up

Passport power: What does India's improved ranking mean for travellers?

Passport power is crucial in determining a country's ability to facilitate hassle-free international travel for its citizens.

Is phubbing hampering your bond? Here's how to unplug

This practice can play havoc on your partner's mental health and impact long-term relationships. An expert tells us how to address and sort the issue

Camila Cabello not dating Rauw Alejandro

Singers Camila Cabello and Rauw Alejandro are not seeing one another. The Puerto Rican singer (30) and the Bam Bam hitmaker (26) made headlines on Friday after a report claimed they were dating.

Brad Pitt and Ines de Ramon are very into each other: Report

Actor Brad Pitt and jewellery designer Ines de Ramon reportedly enjoyed a romantic summer together. An insider close to de Ramon, 32, has revealed to PEOPLE that the relationship is still \"going very strong\".

'LET CHARACTERS BEHAVE AS THEY WOULD IN LIFE'

Actor Swastika Mukherjee, who plays a gritty police officer whose daughter goes missing in her next, talks about preparation for her parts and censorship on OTT

Positivity got me projects that were best for me

Rahul Dev firmly believes that when you are \"at peace with life\" and have \"people who care for you\", good things are bound to happen.

Sonu turns 50: God has given me much more than I envisaged

Music has been an inseparable part of Sonu Nigam's life. The singer, who turns 50 today, has spent 45 years out of these performing on stage.

Sonam Kapoor looks radiant in her campaign with Kérastase

Actor Sonam Kapoor never fails to bedazzle us with her fashion choices. Apart from her sense of style, her long and voluminous mane also grabs attention.

Why going uphill takes you further

The aim in taking on a challenge is not just to surmount it, but to learn what one is capable of. Doing this in youth lets one acquire skills that can be vital in the storms to come

Goal standard

With the 55-yr-old Croatian as head coach, the Indian men's football team is showing a kind of aggression they were not known for. He can get them into the Top 10 in Asia, Stimac says. They are already winning more. They have the right ambition. What they need is the right support

From despair to dreams

Since going home from a World Cup eight months ago, Onana has played the CL final for Inter and now made a big move to Manchester United

Lakshya loses in Japan Open semis

Lakshya Sen's fine run was brought to an end by Asian Games champion Jonatan Christie as he lost in three games in the semi-finals at the $850,000 Japan Open in Tokyo on Saturday.

Philippines, united nations of a team eyes own Cinderella story

Banking on diaspora and coach Stajcic, the Women's World Cup debutants look to make the round of 16

A Chinese world title, with Indian help

Pentala Harikrishna, hands behind his back, politely posing for the camera in a white Shanghai team jacket at the Women's World Chess Championship venue during Game 2 earlier this month was a much grander reveal than it looked. At least for Indian chess followers.

BROAD TO WALK AWAY FROM CRICKET AT THE END OF ASHES

England pace bowler Stuart Broad said on Saturday he would retire from all cricket following the conclusion of the ongoing fifth Ashes Test against Australia at The Oval in London.

Clueless Aussies wilt under England's batting onslaught

The hosts make it their day with an impressive display, but Australia weren't at their tactical best

India struggle as changes continue

India lost as many as five wickets chasing 115 in the first One-Day International (ODI) against West Indies. In the second ODI, the visitors were bowled out for 181.

'X' logo spurs permit violations investigation

TWITTER IN TROUBLE

US announces $345mn arms package for Taiwan

The US on Friday announced $345 million in military aid for Taiwan, in what is the Biden administration's first major package drawing on America's own stockpiles to help Taiwan counter China.

Niger loses aid as western countries condemn coup

The European Union has cut off financial support to Niger and the United States has threatened to do the same after military leaders this week announced they had overthrown the democratically elected president, Mohamed Bazoum.

India's economy can scale new highs. Here's a plan

India can become the world's third-largest economy within the next few years. To achieve true prosperity for all, India must keep its GDP growth high, generate mass employment, overhaul education, focus on environmental sustainability, and safeguard its social fabric