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Nuclear Power Generation: Govt approves NPCIL-NTPC JV 'ASHVINI'

The Government on September 11, 2024 accorded approval to the Anushakti Vidhyut Nigam Ltd.(ASHVINI), a Joint Venture (JV) of Nuclear Power Corporation of India Limited - NPCIL (51 per cent) and NTPC Ltd.(49 per cent) to Build, Own & Operate nuclear power plants in India in accordance with provisions of the Atomic Energy Act.

IREDA highlights need for robust 'Green Taxonomy' framework

Pradip Kumar Das, Chairman & Managing Director, Indian Renewable Energy Development Agency Ltd (IREDA), highlighted the critical need for a robust \"Green Taxonomy\" framework during a panel discussion at the 4th Global Renewable Energy Investors Meet & Expo (REInvest) at Mahatma Mandir, Gandhinagar.

KVIC hikes wages of spinners and weavers

On the occasion of Prime Minister Narendra Modi's birthday and completion of 100 days of Modi Government 3.0, Manoj Kumar, Chairman, Khadi and Village Industries Commission, gave a big gift to lakhs of Khadi artisans in a programme organised at Asmavati Riverfront in Porbandar.

Dominant India win fifth ACT hockey title

A determined India claimed their fifth Hero Asian Champions Trophy title with a fighting 1-0 victory over hosts China here on Tuesday, completing a display of absolute dominance in the tournament in which they won all their matches.

ICC announces record prize money for Women's T20 World Cup 2024

In a landmark decision, the International Cricket Council on Tuesday announced equal prize money for men and women in World Cups, starting with next month's women's T20 showpiece, the purse for which has been hiked by a staggering 225 per cent to $7.95 million.

Harmanpreet, Sreejesh shortlisted for FIH Hockey Stars Awards

India captain Harmanpreet Singh was on Tuesday nominated for the player of the year award by the FIH while the legendary PR Sreejesh will be in contention for goalkeeper of the year honour.

We don't need to create a whole different strategy for Bangladesh'

India skipper Rohit Sharma on Tuesday asserted that there is no need to devise a new strategy in the upcoming series against Bangladesh, despite their impressive recent triumph over Pakistan and the presence of express pacer Nahid Rana in the visitors' ranks.

'Emily in Paris' renewed for season five by Netflix

The series is created by Darren Star, who serves as an executive producer

An evening with Dr Pushpesh Pant: Book launch and culinary journey

The evening was honoured by a curated food experience, skilfully designed by Dr Pant himself, drawing inspiration from his latest work

Top Court to hear Kolkata doctor rape, murder case today

The Supreme Court is set to hear a suo motu case on Tuesday concerning the rape and murder of a resident doctor at RG Kar Medical College and Hospital in Kolkata.

BJP nominee Jangra withdraws from Sirsa, party may back Kanda

Ruling BJP's Sirsa candidate, Rohtash Jangra, on Monday said he has withdrawn his nomination, indicating that the party is likely to back sitting MLA Gopal Kanda in the upcoming Assembly polls.

'Misinformed, unacceptable': India deplores Iranian supreme leader's comments on minorities

India on Monday strongly deplored comments made by Iran's supreme leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei on the condition of minorities in India, calling the remarks “misinformed and unacceptable”.

Hate-filled individuals out to destroy India's unity and defame it, says PM Modi

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday launched a sharp attack against individuals who he claimed are filled with hate and negativity, accusing them of trying to destroy India's unity and integrity.

Internet suspension lifted from Manipur valley districts

The Manipur government on Monday lifted the temporary suspension on internet services in five valley districts with immediate effect.

Kejriwal to meet L-G at 4.30 pm today, may resign from CM post

Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal is scheduled to meet Lieutenant Governor VK Saxena on Tuesday at 4:30 pm, amid strong indications that he may tender his resignation.

Israeli airstrikes kill 16 in Gaza

Palestinian officials say Israeli airstrikes have killed 16 people in the Gaza Strip, including five women and four children.

Project Cheetah: Audit report flags 'lack of coordination' between Central, MP govt depts

The audit also questioned the genesis of the cheetah reintroduction project, with no clear records available to clarify who initiated the process

Congress likely to chair four Parliamentary panels including external affairs, agriculture

In a significant development over three months after Prime Minister Narendra Modi began his third term, the deadlock over the formation of Departmentrelated Parliamentary Standing Committees appears to be nearing resolution.

Mamata accepts junior docs' demands, removes 4 key officials

After a six-day standoff, the long-awaited meeting between Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee and the agitating junior doctors took place at her Kalighat residence on Monday.

DU announces Spot Round-I schedule for 2024-25 admissions

Delhi University has announced schedule for the allocation and admission process for undergraduate programmes across its various colleges for the academic year 2024-25 under Spot Round-I.

Six-lane railway over bridge in Gr Noida to improve travel between Dadri, MMTH

The under-construction Railway Over Bridge (ROB) near Palla village will be expanded to six lanes to facilitate travel between Dadri and Greater Noida and connect the Multimodal Transport Hub (MMTH), according to GNIDA officials on Monday.

Bangladeshi national among 3 held for smuggling stolen phones

Ten theft cases across Delhi resolved, says Crime Branch

Landlord's sons shot dead, 17-year-old apprehended

After a dispute over Rs 4L involving Shahdara property

Delhi: Man arrested with weapon

A 24-year-old man was arrested with his weapon for allegedly planning a \"revenge attack\" on a person, accused of killing his close associate, police said on Monday.

Man dies after his bike hits bull

A 19-year-old man was killed after his motorcycle got rammed into a bull in Lutyens Delhi's Chanakyapuri area, officials said on Monday.

'First time a CM stepped down & seek public mandate on personal honesty'

In a groundbreaking development for Indian politics, the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) has declared that the upcoming elections will centre around the issue of honesty, a first in the country's history.

AAP ML As to meet today to discuss name of new CM, says party

A meeting of AAP MLAs will be held on Tuesday morning, and Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal is likely to tender his resignation after it, the party said.

Major revamp of Delhi's interstate bus terminals underway

All three interstate bus terminals in Delhi are undergoing major makeover after Lieutenant Governor VK Saxena expressed dissatisfaction at the public amenities and infrastructure and instructed for its redressal, Raj Niwas officials said on Monday.

HC directs MCD to pay Rs 10L compensation to youth's kin who lost life

The Delhi High Court has directed the Municipal Corporation of Delhi I (MCD) to pay a Rs 10 lakh compensation to the family of a 17-year-old youth who was crushed to death after a concrete block fell on him from a flat owned by the civic body.

Manish Sisodia meets Kejriwal to decide next Delhi CM

This strategic discussion lasted for nearly an hour and was critical step in determining future leadership of party