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Cong slams PM over Parl affairs Min pick

The Congress on Tuesday said the allocation of the Parliamentary Affairs portfolio inspires no confidence whatsoever that Prime Minister Narendra Modi wants Parliament to function any differently than how he has run it over the past decade.

Amit Shah pledges to build Bharat as bulwark against terrorism & naxalism

Reaffirms MHA’s dedication to national security under Modi 3.0 govt

Indian universities allowed to offer admissions twice a year: UGC

Starting from the academic year 2024-25, Indian universities and higher education institutions are set to introduce two admission periods annually, akin to the practice in international universities.

Summer action plan: Rai to hold meet on June 13

In an effort to address rising pollution levels during the summer, Environment minister Gopal Rai will lead a pivotal meeting at the Delhi Secretariat on June 13.

MCD rolls out paperless salary system for employees

The Municipal Corporation of Delhi (MCD) has rolled out a paperless salary system using the existing pay module with certain modifications to improve efficiency, transparency and fiscal prudence, according to a circular issued by the civic body.

Haryana 'deliberately' & 'illegally halting water supply to city: Atishi

Delhi Water ninister Atishi on Tuesday accused the Haryana government of deliberately and illegally halting the water supply to the Capital.

Juvenile apprehended for hoax bomb threat on Delhi-Toronto flight

A 14-year-old minor boy was apprehended by the IGI Delhi Airport Police team for sending a hoax bomb threat email regarding a flight from Delhi to Toronto over a curiosity of evading detection, triggering stringent security protocols at the IGI Airport.

Construction set to resume on Unitech projects after Noida Authority approval

Following the directions from Supreme Court of India, the Noida Authority has approved a revised map of the stuck housing projects of Unitech Builder group paving the way for construction to begin on the long-stalled projects involving 6000 homebuyers in the city.

Two minor siblings raped, blackmailed for 6 months: Cops

Two minor siblings were allegedly raped and blackmailed for money for over six months by two men in Greater Noida, police said on Tuesday.

Delhi govt seeks approval for premature release of 14 convicts

The Delhi government has sent the file pertaining to premature release of 14 convicts to Lieutenant Governor VK Saxena for approval, an official statement said on Tuesday.

DU alters teacher recruitment criteria, faces flak

The Delhi University has modified its eligibility criteria for the recruitment of assistant professors in colleges, introducing an additional layer of “presentation”.

Malawi's V-P and 9 others die in plane crash

Malawi's Vice-President and nine others were killed in a plane crash, the country's President said Tuesday.

Fire at UP substation causes power outages across Delhi

A fire at a substation of the Power Grid Corporation in Mandola, Uttar Pradesh, caused power outages in several parts of Delhi on Tuesday afternoon, including the areas around the Delhi LG secretariat and the Chief Minister’s residence. Officials reported outages of varying lengths.

Chandrababu Naidu to be sworn in as Andhra CM today

Announces Amaravati as sole capital of state

Lt Gen Upendra Dwivedi appointed as next Chief of Army Staff

The Government of India on Tuesday appointed Lt Gen Upendra Dwivedi, PVSM, AVSM, as the next Chief of the Army Staff, effective from the afternoon of June 30, 2024.

PM urges supporters to remove 'Modi Ka Parivar suffix from social media

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday requested his supporters to remove the “Modi Ka Parivar” suffix from their social media handles, stating that the recent election victory of the BJP-led National Democratic Alliance (NDA) has successfully conveyed its intended message.

NEET sanctity hit, need answers, says SC on plea for fresh exam

The Supreme Court has called for a response from the National Testing Agency (NTA) and the Centre regarding a petition that demands a reconduct of the NEET-UG 2024, citing concerns over the sanctity of the examination process due to alleged leaks and other irregularities. Despite these concerns, the court has decided not to halt the ongoing counselling process for successful candidates seeking admission to medical courses.

NDA leader Modi sworn in for 3rd term as PM

71 MINISTERS ALSO SWORN IN AS NDA GOVERNMENT TAKES SHAPE

Major crisis imminent if adequate water not released: Min

WILL HAVE A MAJOR CRISIS IN NEXT 1-2 DAYS, SAYS ATISHI

THIRD MODI GOVERNMENT TAKES SHAPE

With the third Modi government taking shape on Sunday, 33 first-timers will grace its ranks and at least six of them hail from well-known political families.

At least 274 Palestinians killed in Israeli raid that rescued 4 hostages

At least 274 Palestinians were killed and hundreds more were wounded in the Israeli raid that rescued four hostages held by Hamas, Gaza’s Health Ministry said Sunday.

Alcaraz defeats Zverev in French Open final for his 3rd Grand Slam title

Carlos Alcaraz came back to defeat Alexander Zverev 6-3, 2-6, 5-7, 6-1, 6-2 on Sunday and win the French Open for his third Grand Slam title.

Bhumi talks about her 'Daldal' character

In the upcoming Prime Video’ series, the Bhakshak’ star will portray the challenging role of a cop

India show Pak how to win a low-scoring match

Team India, what an effort. On Sunday night at the Nassau International Cricket Stadium, on the outskirts of New York, Rohit Sharma piloted India to one of the most dramatic wins against Pakistan in the ICC T20 World Cup.

LS polls: People voted to check power from being in hands of 1 or 2 persons, says Sharad Pawar

‘It would have been difficult for the ruling BJP to achieve the majority mark of 272 in the Lok Sabha had it not received the support of JD(U), TDP and other allies’

AAP protests at Haryana Bhawan over water shortage in Delhi

The AAP held a protest on Monday at the Haryana Bhawan here over its allegation that the neighbouring state is not releasing Delhi’s share of the Yamuna’s water, leading to a shortage in the city.

Bharadwaj slams BJP for inducting Jitan Ram Manjhi in Modi Cabinet

‘Even if we go by the myth, Ravan does come across as far more well-versed in karma kanda rituals) than Ram’

7-yr-old girl sexually assaulted by 16-yr-old boy in Lodhi Colony

A 16-year-old neighbor boy was apprehended by the Delhi Police for sexually assaulting a 7-year-old minor girl in South Delhi’s Lodhi Colony.

Students protest near edu ministry, demand probe

Members of Left-affiliated students’ unions held a protest near the education ministry here on Monday demanding a probe into the alleged irregularities in the NEET exam, a statement said.

National Zoological Park launches advance ticket reservation system

The National Zoological Park in Delhi’s Pragati Maidan will soon introduce an option on its website allowing visitors to book their tickets up to 15 days in advance.