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Nearly 50% adults in India insufficiently physically active in 2022, reveals Lancet Study

As many as 57% of women in India were insufficiently active, compared to 42% of men'

Indian Navy receives advanced radar shield system developed by DRDO

In a significant move towards the enhancement of the Indian Navy’s stealth capabilities, the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) has successfully handed over the Medium Range-Microwave Obscurant Chaff Rocket (MR-MOCR) system.

ISRO signs $18 million MoU with Australia, eyes space collaboration

ISRO's SSLV slated to carry Australian satellite in 2026

EAM discusses impact of violence on Indian border with Myanmar's Dy PM

External affairs minister S Jaishankar on Wednesday conveyed to his Myanmarese counterpart U Than Shwe India’s deep concern over the impact of violence and instability in Myanmar on Indian border and sought cooperation for early return of Indians trapped in Myawaddy town.

Amit Shah reaffirms commitment to drug-free India

Union Home Minister and Minister of Cooperation, Amit Shah, reiterated the government’s commitment to a drug-free India on the occasion of the International Day against Drug Abuse and Illicit Trafficking.

PM Modi, Rahul shake hands as they welcome new LS Speaker

Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Congress leader Rahul Gandhi, set to be Leader of Opposition, shook hands in Parliament as they welcomed together the newly re-elected Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla, marking a fresh chapter in the 18th Lok Sabha.

Did not seek division of votes in spirit of cooperation, says Oppn

The Opposition on Wednesday said the INDIA bloc constituents did not seek a division of votes in the Lok Sabha Speaker’s election as they wanted to give a “symbolic fight” and maintain a spirit of consensus and cooperation.

Russia-India-China format should be revived, says Moscow

Russia on Wednesday showed its keenness to revive the trilateral format of cooperation with India and China but hinted that the Ladakh border row was standing in the way.

'US made made it clear to India that it seeks accountability'

The US has consistently pressed India for updates on the Indian investigation into the alleged foiled plot to kill Sikh separatist Gurpatwant Singh Pannun and made it clear that it seeks accountability in the case, a senior Biden administration official said on Wednesday.

DDA protecting higher-ups: Top court

The Supreme Court castigated the Delhi Development Authority on Wednesday for not providing information regarding the visit of Lt Governor VK Saxena to the Ridge area where 1,100 trees were cut and said it was protecting higher-ups and blaming subordinate officers.

CBI caught red-handed lying in court: AAP

Whole system trying to ensure CM doesn't get bail, this is dictatorship: Sunita Kejriwal

YEIDA: New interchanges to link Yamuna e-way with Film City

Aiming to provide a seamless commute to the upcoming Film City near Noida International Airport in Jewar, the Yamuna Expressway Industrial Development Authority (YEIDA) has decided Yamuna Expressway to be directly connected with the film city, said officials on Wednesday.

'Want to do roles that will make me leave home'

Karisma's criteria for selecting roles involve seeking interesting characters that truly captivate her

Spectrum auctions end on day 2, Airtel top buyer

GOVT RECEIVES BIDS OF MORE THAN RS 11,340 CRORE

Centre discriminated against Delhi govt the most: Akhilesh Yadav

Samajwadi Party chief Akhilesh Yadav visited Delhi Cabinet minister Atishi at the LNJP Hospital here on Wednesday and said the problems of chief ministers have increased ever since the BJP came to power at the Centre.

40 lakh workers, 5.65 lakh police officials trained for new criminal laws awareness

The Union Home Ministry is preparing to roll out three new criminal laws next week, with 40 lakh grassroots-level functionaries trained to ensure public awareness, especially among women and children, official sources said Wednesday.

New criminal laws: Zero FIR, online complaints, videography of all crime scenes set to transform legal procedures

The three new criminal laws set to take effect from July 1 highlight key changes such as Zero FIR, online registration of police complaints, electronic summons, and mandatory videography of crime scenes for all serious crimes.

Julian Assange returns to Australia a free man

WikiLeaks founder Julian Assange returned to Australia on Wednesday aboard a charter jet, hours after pleading guilty to obtaining and publishing US military secrets in a deal with the Justice Department.

'Decision to bar voting to elect LS Speaker indicates NDA's poor numbers'

IT'S ILLEGAL & IMMORAL, SAYS ABHISHEK

After ED, CBI takes Kejriwal into custody; CM says he is innocent

SC allows Kejriwal to withdraw plea; AAP says CBI caught red-handed lying in court

Second term for Birla as LS Speaker; Oppn appeals 'allow us to raise voice of people

SPEAKER'S RESOLUTION ON EMERGENCY TRIGGERS PROTESTS

Farmers also consumers, lower inflation is in their interest: Das

Amid a debate over the possible disenchantment among agriculturists because of the policy focus on arresting price rise, RBI Governor Shaktikanta Das on Tuesday said lower inflation is also beneficial to the farmers.

Rashid's bravehearts make first ever T20 World Cup semi-final

The redoubtable Rashid Khan led the way as Afghanistan qualified for their maiden T20 World Cup semifinal with an eight-run win over Bangladesh in a rain-hit Super 8 match here, adding a golden chapter to their cricketing history that has survived war, political ostracization and lack of even a base at home.

Industries pitch for rationalisation of duty structure & tax reduction in FY25 Budget

In an effort to boost the economy, representatives of various industries on Tuesday urged Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman to reduce the incidence of indirect taxes and rationalise duty structure wherever required.

Monetary policy to focus on lowering inflation: RBI Guv Das

The country is moving towards a path where 8% real GDP growth can be sustained on a yearly basis, RBI Governor Shaktikanta Das said

1 person shot dead, parts of Kenya Parl on fire during protests

Crowds began to throw stones at police and push back against barricades, making their way towards the Parliament complex, which was sealed off by police

Kiran Chaudhry keen on serving people in her remaining political journey

Known for her advocacy of women's empowerment and youth employment, Chaudhry sees BJP's governance as pivotal in advancing these causes

Russia & India looking at Modi's brief visit to Moscow next month

Modi last visited Russia for Vladivostok conclave in 2019

'Adverse climatic events affected 80% of marginal farmers in India'

A staggering 80 per cent of marginal farmers in India have suffered crop losses due to adverse climatic events over the past five years, according to a report released on Tuesday.

Shah accuses Cong of disregarding Constitution to keep family in power

Senior BJP leader and Union Home minister Amit Shah came out strongly against the Congress on Tuesday for imposing the Emergency in the country and said the Opposition party crushed the spirit of the Constitution several times for the sake of “maintaining a certain family in power”.