J&K polls: Voter turnout 59% as first phase passes off peacefully

The first phase of Assembly elections in Jammu and Kashmir witnessed a historic voter turnout on Wednesday, with approximately 59 per cent of eligible voters casting their ballots.

India abstains on UN vote for Israeli withdrawal from Palestine

India on Wednesday abstained in the UN General Assembly on a resolution that demanded that Israel bring an end, \"without delay\", to its unlawful presence in the Occupied Palestinian Territory within 12 months.

Floods in parts of Bengal 'man-made' crisis: Mamata

Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee blamed the Centre on Wednesday for the flood-like situation in some parts of South Bengal and said that the \"man-made\" crisis occurred due to relentless \"noncooperation\" and \"indifference\" by the Union government.

L-G proposes Sept 21 for Atishi's swearing-in

Lieutenant Governor V K Saxena has proposed September 21 for the swearingin ceremony of Chief Minister-designate Atishi, following Arvind Kejriwal’s resignation from the post.

PM-AASHA scheme extended; Rs 24.4K cr fertiliser subsidy approved

In a significant move aimed at supporting India's agricultural sector, the Union Cabinet, chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, has approved the continuation of the Pradhan Mantri Annadata Aay Sanrakshan Abhiyan (PM-AASHA) with a financial outlay of Rs 35,000 crore.

University of Southampton commemorates plan to establish institute in Delhi-NCR

The University of Southampton celebrated the announcement of its new campus in India at a reception held at the British High Commissioner's Residence in New Delhi on Wednesday.

DDA announces PPP model to take city's real estate to next level

The Delhi Development Authority (DDA) has announced significant reforms aimed at revitalising the city's real estate landscape during the recent CII Real Estate Summit.

Jailed gangster's wife arrested for murder of Air India crew member

Delhi Police Crime Branch on Wednesday claimed to have arrested a jailed gangster's wife in connection with the murder of a crew member of Air India in Greater Noida, officials said.

5-storey building collapses in central Delhi, four killed

Four people were killed while eighteen others were injured after a five-storey building collapsed in the densely populated Bapa Nagar area of Karol Bagh on Wednesday morning.

Current members may be retained in Atishi Cabinet

All the sitting ministers will be retained in the new Delhi Cabinet led by Atishi while two new members may join the government, AAP sources said on Wednesday, ruling out any \"experiment\" as elections are just months away.

Kejriwal to vacate CM's bungalow, give up security, confirms AAP MP

In a bold move following his resignation from the Chief Minister's post, Arvind Kejriwal has decided to forgo all government facilities, including official accommodation and security, according to Sanjay Singh, senior leader of the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) and Rajya Sabha MP.Singh addressed the media on Wednesday, emphasising Kejriwal's commitment to living like a common citizen.

L-G unveils Aanandita: A new green oasis for Delhi

Anandita one of Delhi Development Authority (DDA) Greens, was inaugurated by the Lt.Governor of Delhi, VK Saxena, on Tuesday. Located adjacent to the historically significant Vijay Ghat along the Mahatma Gandhi Marg (Ring Road), this new public space aims to revitalise the area and promote environmental awareness in the national Capital, shared DDA.

BJP MLAs demand Question Hour during Assembly session

Delhi BJP MLAS on Wednesday demanded that the Question Hour be included in the upcoming two-day session of the Assembly and said they will raise issues like Delhi Jal Board's Rs 73,000-crore debt, financial \"irregularities\" in the construction of 24 hospitals and fatalities in rain-related incidents.

AAP doing 'political drama': BJP

The BJP on Wednesday attacked the ruling Aam Aadmi Party (AAP), alleging it was \"orchestrating a drama\" to gain public sympathy over Arvind Kejriwal's resignation from the Delhi chief minister's post.

Air pollution: GRAP period starts early in Delhi-NCR

The Graded Response Action Plan (GRAP) - a set of emergency measures to control air pollution in the Delhi-NCR region during winter has come into effect earlier than the usual date of October 1, according to officials.

MHA appoints new NDMC members

The Union Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) has appointed three elected members and four official members of the New Delhi Municipal Council (NDMC), as its tenure came to an end on Wednesday.

SC to consider hearing pleas against practice of parties promising freebies during polls

Describing the issue of political parties promising freebies during elections as \"very important\", the Supreme Court on Wednesday said it will not delete from its list of businesses pleas filed against the practice.

Congress files police complaint over statements of NDA leaders

Taking serious note of threats given to the Leader of Opposition in the Lok Sabha Rahul Gandhi, the Congress on Wednesday filed a police complaint over the recent statements of leaders belonging to the ruling BJP-led NDA dispensation, targeting Rahul Gandhi.

Centre sanctions over Rs12K cr as disaster relief so far in 2024

The Centre has sanctioned Rs 12,554 crore to various states this year so far for providing relief and rehabilitation to people affected by different natural disasters, officials said on Wednesday.

Women of SHGs to get drone training for jobs

Under the Namo Drone Didi Yojana, a large number of women from self-help groups in Baloda Bazar district will be trained in drone operation.

Congress inflicted atrocities on dalits: Anurag Thakur

Former Union Minister Anurag Thakur on Wednesday urged the people of Haryana to vote for the BJP, accusing Congress of afflicting atrocities on dalits.

Indus Water Treaty: India serves notice to Pakistan seeking review

Notice served on Aug 30 under the Article XII(3) of treaty

Gang rape victim seeks justice from SP president Akhilesh

The victim of a gang rape case in Ayodhya recently met Samajwadi Party (SP) president Akhilesh Yadav to seek justice and highlight the involvement of the BJP workers in the heinous crime.

Feeling the heat: India burned in June-Aug, its second-hottest quarter since 1970, claims report

With temperatures soaring, several states in the country reeled under severe heatwaves

HP CM Sukhu backs Rahul, calls Bittu a 'political opportunist'

Himachal Pradesh Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu criticised Union Minister Ravneet Singh Bittu for his derogatory remarks directed at Leader of Opposition Rahul Gandhi.

Health agencies in Punjab set to recruit medical experts to ensure smooth working

In a significant move to ensure timely payments to empanelled hospitals under the Ayushman Bharat Mukh Mantri Sehat Bima Yojana, the state health agency (SHA) is all set to hire medical professionals to expedite claims processing, said Punjab Health and Family Welfare Minister Balbir Singh here f on Wednesday.

A shining solution

Inspired by a personal experience, IAS officer Manisha Ahwale spearheaded project Nidan-a breast cancer awareness and screening initiative-in Solapur, empowering women to access timely diagnosis and treatment

Grassroots glory

Once criticised for political bias, the Padma Awards are in the process of being reformed to prioritise inclusivity and transparency by celebrating unsung heroes from grassroots communities

A comforting intervention

The Supreme Court's recent interim order halting demolitions across the country without its explicit permission is a strong and authoritative disapproval regarding the use of bulldozers as a tool for justice.

IREDA gets nod to raise Rs 4,500 cr via QIP route

State-owned Indian Renewable Energy Development Agency (IREDA) said it has received the government's approval to raise up to Rs 4,500 crore through an issue of equity shares to qualified institutions placement.