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Need to put in place checks and balances for ED investigations, says Supreme Court

The Supreme Court on Thursday suggested that a pan-India mechanism with \"best practices\" be evolved to ensure that a political standoff between state governments and the Enforcement Directorate (ED) do not impede the conduct of \"free and independent\" criminal investigations into money laundering and corruption cases.

OLIVE BRANCH TO TMC AS CONGRESS YATRA IN BENGAL

Congress chief Mallikarjun Kharge spoke to West Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee on Thursday, in a frantic effort to salvage the situation a day after she announced the TMC would go alone in the Lok Sabha polls. Top functionaries said the two spoke on the seat-sharing impasse and Rahul Gandhi's Bharat Jodo Nyay Yatra that has entered Bengal.

ELIGIBLE VOTER TALLY AT 960MN; 47% ARE WOMEN

Around 960 million voters in the country will be eligible to vote in the upcoming general elections across 1.2 million polling stations manned by 15 million personnel, the Election Commission of India (ECI) announced on Thursday, giving details of its preparations ahead of the world's largest democratic exercise.

Top Padma honour for Venkaiah, Chiranjeevi

Former vice-president Venkaiah Naidu, Telugu superstar Chiranjeevi, yesteryear stalwart Vyjayanthimala, Sulabh founder Bindheshwar Pathak, and Bharatnatyam exponent Padma Subrahmanyam are the five people awarded the Padma Vibhushan, India's second-highest civilian honour, the government announced on Thursday.

Nitish keeps Oppn, allies guessing

Hectic parleys as cracks widen in Bihar alliance

PRESIDENT HAILS MOON LANDING, RAM TEMPLE IN ANNUAL ADDRESS

The Ram Mandir will be considered \"a landmark in India's continued rediscovery of its civilisational heritage,\" President Droupadi Murmu said in her address to the nation on the eve of the 75th Republic Day on Thursday.

Amber to Hawa Mahal, a taste of Jaipur's best

A roadshow through a cheering crowd in the heart of the walled city, a stop for masala chai at one of Jaipur's most iconic tea stalls, visits to the Amber Fort and Hawa Mahal where he interacted with artisans and watched traditional folk dances, ending with dinner at Rambagh Palace - Jaipur put on a six-hour show for French President Emmanuel Macron on Thursday.

BJP's 2024 election pitch: Why India picks PM Modi

The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) on Thursday launched its campaign for the 2024 general elections with a theme song that listed the National Democratic Alliance (NDA) government's achievements and said that the people chose Prime Minister Narendra Modi because he fulfilled promises and crafted reality, not just dreams.

Temple existed at Gyanvapi: Hindu side cites ASI survey

A report by the Archaeological Survey of India (ASI) found that a large Hindu temple existed before the construction of the Gyanvapi Masjid in Varanasi, lawyers for the Hindu petitioners in the decades-old case announced on Thursday, marking a decisive turn in the fractious communal dispute that will have sweeping ramifications.

Modi, Macron hail ties, chart future road map

Prime Minister Narendra Modi and French President Emmanuel Macron on Thursday held extensive talks in Jaipur to deepen bilateral ties, with discussions on advancing defence, security and business ties taking centre stage as the two countries, which launched their strategic partnership 25 years ago, narrow their focus on achieving new common goals during the next 25 years, officials aware of the matter said.

Ashwin, Jadeja Double Act Braces For Counter-Attack

Going into the five Test series, England captain Ben Stokes made no bones about how difficult it is to play in India. The last time England came, two years ago, they lost 3-1. In 2016-17, they lost four of the five Tests.

If Not Maldives, Then Here, Say Celebs!

As the focus shifts to Dekho Apna Desh, celebs tell Navya Kharbanda about their favourite escapades on National Tourism Day today. From the pristine beaches of Goa to the snow-laden valleys of Kashmir, here's where they'd head instead of the Maldives

Dhoom Franchise To Be Revived Soon?

Insiders tell us that an action-packed Dhoom 4 might hit the big screen soon, with faces old and new

GET IT STRAIGHT, THE RIGHT WAY

Straightening treatments may be giving the hair of your dreams at the cost of your health. Here are some natural ways to get sleeker, silkier locks

Rithvik likes being 'consumed by places, not chasing them'

One look at Rithvik Dhanjani's Instagram and you'd know what a big travel junkie he is.

Mfg, services gain momentum in Jan: India's first flash PMI

India has joined a small list of economies to have flash Purchasing Manager Indices (PMIS) which will be released a week before the actual PMI numbers are released and the first set of these numbers suggest that both manufacturing and services activity gained momentum in January compared to December 2023.

Offshore funds get seven months to liquidate

The markets regulator has given high-risk offshore funds seven months time to liquidate holdings if they fail to disclose data about their investors by January 29, two people aware about the matter said on Wednesday, allaying fears of an impending sell-off in the market.

Banking sector liquidity deficit hits record high

Deficit widens to ₹3.34 lakh cr, nearly tripling from start of Jan, RBI data shows

Troubled by injuries, poor form

India's show at the Asian Cup not surprising given the group but experience may help in World Cup qualifiers later

Zverev hands Alcaraz a Major lesson, faces Medvedev in semis

Alcaraz was the favourite but the German showed why he is one of the most highly regarded players on the circuit

Controlled aggression can be the way to go for batters

The India skipper dominated England bowlers at home in 2021, which holds lessons for others looking to shine

US embassy steps in after scientist suggests adding salt to tea

The US embassy in London had to make a statement on Wednesday after an American scientist claimed adding a pinch of salt was the key to making a perfect cup of tea.

Israel rules out a ceasefire in Gaza amid truce talks

Israel ruled out a Gaza ceasefire on Wednesday, with a government spokesperson appearing to push back against media reports of a possible new mediated deal with Hamas under which fighting would be halted in exchange for a hostage release.

Haley's voters will haunt Trump until November

Former South Carolina Governor Nikki Haley lost the New Hampshire primary to Donald Trump by double digits Tuesday. It's hard to foresee Haley competing more aggressively, or with better results, in any state in the near future. She hasn't yet quit the field, but it appears to have quit her.

Russia says Kyiv shot down a POW aircraft

Russia is accusing Ukraine of shooting down a military plane carrying 65 Ukrainian prisoners for a swap

India's renewable energy supply on the rise: Report

THE RENEWABLE ENERGY SHARE INCREASED TO 30.1% IN 2023 COMPARED TO 27.5% IN 2022

Rohit Pawar questioned by ED for over 11 hours

Directorate The Enforcement on Wednesday questioned NCP MLA and party founder Sharad Pawar's grandnephew, Rohit Pawar, for over 11 hours as part of its probe in the alleged Maharashtra State Cooperative Bank scam, people aware of the matter said.

SC cancels statutory bail granted to Wadhawans in bank loan case

The Supreme Court on Wednesday cancelled the statutory bail granted by courts below to former Dewan Housing Finance Corporation Limited (DHFL) promoters Kapil Wadhawan and his brother Dheeraj in connection with a multi-crore bank loan scam case.

Govt gives nod; Top court to have 3 Scheduled Caste judges for 1st time

The Union government on Wednesday notified the elevation of Karnataka High Court Chief Justice PB Varale as a judge in the Supreme Court, clearing the collegium's recommendation within a week and paving the way for the top court to have three judges from the Scheduled Caste category for the first time in its history.

Scheme likely to connect 3/4th of rural houses this month: Data

The Union government's flagship drinking water programme, Jal Jeevan Mission, is likely to cross a key milestone this month by connecting nearly three-fourths of all rural households, officials said.