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Didn't say a single word against junior doctors or their movements: Mamata

Clarifying her remarks at the Trinamool Congress Chhatra Parishad (TMCP) foundation day rally on Wednesday, party supremo and Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee on Thursday said that she did not say a single word against the junior doctors or their movements.

Oppn, JD(U) members demand discussion on 'caste census' in Parliament Committee

In its third innings after assuming power at the Centre where it finds itself dependent upon key allies, the BJP-led NDA government is now facing the heat from its ally JD(U) which on Thursday joined the Opposition chorus in demanding that \"caste census\" be taken up as a subject for discussion in the Parliament's Committee on Welfare of Other Backward Classes.

YSRCP loses two RS MPs as Mastan Rao and Mopidevi resign

In a big setback to the YSR Jagan Mohan Reddy-led YSRCP, two Rajya Sabha MPs have resigned from the party and their membership in the Upper House.

No HC relief for Brij Bhushan in sexual harassment case

Grants 2 weeks to ex-wrestling chief to file note seeking quashing of FIR

India, China discuss situation along LAC to bridge differences

India and China conducted their 31st meeting of the Working Mechanism for Consultation & Coordination (WMCC) on Border Affairs in Beijing on Thursday, marking a significant step in addressing ongoing tensions along the Line of Actual Control (LAC).

ED can't base case solely on co-accused's statement: SC

The Supreme Court established a significant precedent for money laundering cases, stating that the Enforcement Directorate (ED) cannot initiate proceedings based solely on statements from co-accused individuals.

CPI(M) MLA Mukesh booked for rape, gets temporary relief from arrest

In a scandal that has sent shockwaves through the Malayalam film industry, actor and CPI(M) MLA M Mukesh, along with three other prominent actors, has been booked in cases of rape and sexual assault.

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Ambani announces Jio AI Cloud offer; up to 100 GB free storage for users

Stepping up the company's AI and cloud play, Reliance Industries Chairman Mukesh Ambani on Thursday announced that Jio users will get up to 100 GB of free cloud storage to securely store and access their photos, videos, documents, digital content and data.

Pakistan invites PM Modi for mid-Oct SCO meeting

Pakistan formally announced on Thursday that Prime Minister Narendra Modi has been invited to the upcoming Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) meeting in Islamabad in mid-October.

Indian filmmaking close to superseding Hollywood: Daniel

Western cinema, as British actor Daniel Caltagirone sees it, is dying' and Indian films are on the verge of supplanting Hollywood, which seems to have lost its way in the surge of streamers.

Naomi Osaka gets her 1st top-10 win in more than four years

A year ago, still on maternity leave and still unsure when she would play elite tennis again, Naomi Osaka visited the U.

Centre appoints interim chairmen for Indian Oil, Hindustan Petroleum

The government on Wednesday named interim chairmen for top oil firms, Indian Oil Corporation (IOC) and Hindustan Petroleum Corporation Ltd (HPCL), as appointment of full-time heads is work in progress.

'GAIL to begin LNG imports under new pacts from $26, adds 1 new ship

State-owned gas utility GAIL (India) Ltd will start importing LNG under two new contracts from 2026 and has added one more ship to transport the fuel, its Chairman Sandeep Kumar Gupta said on Wednesday.

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CCI clears mega deal involving merger of media assets of RIL and Walt Disney

The merger will create country’s largest media empire worth over Rs 70,000 crore

Now focusing on making UPI, RuPay truly global: Das

Reserve Bank Governor Shaktikanta Das on Wednesday said the central bank is focused on making the UPI and RuPay 'truly global' and asked financial institutions and fintech startups to adapt robust frameworks to capitalise on the new opportunities while mitigating connected risks.

Israel launches large-scale military operation in occupied West Bank

Israel launched a large-scale military operation in the occupied West Bank on Wednesday, with its forces killing at least nine Palestinians and sealing off the volatile city of Jenin, according to Palestinian officials.

Three soldiers killed in Arunachal road accident

Three Army personnel died and several others were injured when their truck skidded off the road and fell into a deep gorge in Arunachal Pradesh's Upper Subansiri district, police said on Wednesday.

'Who is govt trying to protect': Opposition slams inaction, five questions raised

In a scathing attack on the Left government in Kerala, the Congress-led opposition on Wednesday raised five-pointed questions on the Hema Committee Report, alleging a blatant cover-up and accusing the Pinarayi Vijayanheaded dispensation of shielding key persons by glossing over crucial facts.

NIA opposes MP Engineer Rashid's bail plea

Court to pass order on Lok Sabha MP on September 4

Major investment in MP will create employment chances for youths: CM Yadav

Chief Minister of Madhya Pradesh Mohan Yadav on Wednesday said that a major investment coming to the state during the Regional Industries Conclaves (RICS) will create employment opportunities for thousands of state's youth.

Himachal Pradesh Assembly passes Bill raising marriage age for women to 21 years

In a significant development, the Himachal Pradesh Assembly has passed the Prohibition of Child Marriage (Himachal Pradesh Amendment) Bill 2024, effectively increasing the legal marriageable age for women from 18 to 21 years.

In last two decades, student suicides surged by 4% annually, claims report

Incidents of student suicides in India have grown at an alarming annual rate, surpassing the population growth rate and overall suicide trends, according to a new report.

Groundwork for excellence

Through large-scale assessment research, Educational Initiatives' has been providing valuable insights into current trends and challenges to incorporate genuine understanding and critical thinking among students

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Touchstone of suitability

The probation period is critical for evaluating an employee's suitability for the role at offer, failing which they can be terminated without extensive legal procedures

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BJP dares Cong to name Selja as Hry CM candidate to prove SC support

The Haryana unit of ruling BJP on Wednesday dared Congress to declare Kumari Selja as its chief ministerial candidate for the state Assembly polls, to prove how committed it is to the well-being of the SC community.

Mehbooba Mufti will not contest J&K polls

Says Congress and NC have come together just for the sake of power

Champai Soren resigns from JMM, says will continue to struggle for tribal causes

Cites grievances with JMM’s current functioning and policies

PM reviews 7 key projects worth Rs 76,500 cr across 11 states & UTS

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday chaired a PRAGATI meeting to review the progress of seven key projects, spread across 11 states and Union Territories, having a cumulative worth of around Rs 76,500 crore, his office said.

Railway Board sets up committee to take steps for improving train controllers' working

The Railway Board has constituted a fivemember committee to examine and recommend ways to improve the working condition of train controllers after the Research Design and Standards Organisation flagged several concerning issues such as pay scale, vacancies, recruitment process and basic amenities among other things.