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HCs allowed to appoint ad hoc judges to clear backlog

Considering pendency of cases, the Supreme Court on Thursday allowed the high courts to appoint ad hoc judges, not exceeding the 10 per cent of the court's total sanctioned strength.

Make 'right choice', says Jaishankar

Criticising state of civic infrastructure in the capital, EAM urges youth to 'vote for future'

DEEPSEEK'S DISRUPTION SHOULD OPEN GATE FOR INDIANAI INITIATIVES

A new Chinese artificial intelligence model has rattled American tech giants.

Biocon Net Income Declines 96% to ₹25 Cr

BIOCON on Thursday reported a 96% decline in its consolidated net profit to ₹25 crore for the quarter ended December 2024, compared to ₹660 crore in the same quarter last year.

Minorities got raw deal under AAP and BJP govts: Masood

CONGRESS leader Imran Masood on Thursday launched a scathing attack on the AAP government in Delhi and the BJP-led government at the Centre, saying both the governments have \"ignored and suppressed\" the interest of the minorities.

Bonding over melodies beyond manifestos

Campaign trail turns into cultural fest

Power, People, & the Pulse Of History

In his latest book, Lords of Earth and Sea: A History of the Chola Empire, historian Anirudh Kanisetti maps the forgotten narratives, evolution of medieval Tamil society, and dynasty's political turmoil, innovations and contributions of women

Pilgrims' Crush Kills At Least 30 In Maha Kumbh

Disaster Strikes During Rush For A Dip At Sangam's Nose, Probe Panel Formed

Yamuna row heats up campaign

As AAP, BJP war of words on ammonia levels in water escalates, Cong turns tables on Kejriwal

Customs seizes ganja from 3 of family at Chennai airport

TWO men and a woman, all belonging to the same family, were arrested for smuggling Ganja, here at the airport on their arrival from Bangkok, authorities said on Wednesday.

After Sangam stampede, tight security in place at Varanasi and Ayodhya

FOLLOWING the stampede at Maha Kumbh, Varanasi and Ayodhya administrations stepped up measures for crowd and traffic regulations since both the cities are witnessing heavy rush of devotees at Kashi Vishwanath and Ram Temple.

Rajapaksa's son Namal indicted in hotel project

FORMER Sri Lankan president Mahinda Rajapaksa's elder son has been indicted in the High Court here for alleged misappropriation from an Indian investment prior to 2015.

Tamilnad Mercantile Bank net profit rises to ₹300 crore

Private sector bank Tamilnad Mercantile Bank on Wednesday reported a net profit of ₹300 crore for the December quarter, up by 6%, compared to ₹284 crore in the year-ago period.

Maruti Suzuki shines, Tata Motors' PAT declines 22% to ₹5,451 crore

TWO of India's largest automakers - Maruti Suzuki (MSIL) and Tata Motors - reported their December quarterly earnings on Wednesday.

A HEART FOR ANIMALS

Delhiite Vipul Jain, an animal crusader, has started a 'Vote For Compassion' campaign in the hope that politicians will make animal welfare part of their poll agenda

UK report flags Khalistan, Hindu nationalism as threat

TWO types of extremism with their origins in the Indian subcontinent - pro-Khalistan extremism and Hindu nationalist extremism - have been flagged as threats to 'understand' in a leaked report into the UK government's 'Extremism Review'.

Capital Show Keeps Pretoria In Contention

A rejuvenated Pretoria Capitals claimed the honours in the Jukskei Derby with a six-wicket bonus point victory over Joburg Super Kings at Centurion on Tuesday evening.

CONSIDERACTIVITY-BASED LEARNING ACROSS INDIA

THE latest ASER, which shifted from being an annual status of education report to a biennial one in 2016, should gladden us.

India, UAE discuss ways to strengthen ties

IN his third official visit to the United Arab Emirates (UAE) since his re-appointment as External Affairs Minister in June 2024, S Jaishankar held meetings with the top leadership of the Gulf nation, reiterating India's commitment to keep ties on high priority and discussing regional developments.

Cash, AAP pamphlets found in Punjab ‘sarkar’ car

THE Delhi Police has intercepted a Punjab government-labeled vehicle carrying ₹10 lakh in cash, liquor bottles, and Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) pamphlets.

Mkt hoping for capital gains tax cut

Investors expect upcoming budget to reverse last year's capital gains tax shocks

REBUILD TRUST WITH CHINA, BUT VERIFY ACTIONS ON BORDER

IT'S encouraging that India and China are taking steps to rebuild trust and stabilise their relationship after four years of tensions.

Karnataka swimmers dominate pool

KARNATAKA, as expected, dominated the swimming pool, clinching five gold medals and setting a new meet record at the Syama Prasad Mukherjee Swimming Complex in Haldwani on Wednesday.

India Bolstering Research Power for Olympics: Usha

INDIA is focusing not just on strengthening infrastructure capabilities, but also intellectual preparedness as it eyes hosting rights for the 2036 Olympic Games, Indian Olympic Association (IOA) president PT Usha said on Wednesday.

No action against docs for RG Kar stir: SC

The Supreme Court on Wednesday directed hospitals to regularise the unauthorised absence of doctors who protested against the rape and murder of a doctor at RG Kar Hospital, Kolkata demanding Justice for the victim and her family.

Stop vilifying campaigns and ensure fair elections', HC tells poll body

THE Delhi High Court on Wednesday directed the Election Commission to take strict measures against the use of malicious or defamatory campaign material that could disrupt the election environment.

Don rolls out VRS scheme for 2 million US federal staff

Gives them time till Feb 6 to accept package for govt downsizing that includes 8-mth pay

Andhra to be first state to introduce WhatsApp governance, says Naidu

ANDHRA Pradesh is set to become the first state to launch WhatsApp governance, offering 161 public services.

ED raid on ex-MUDA commissioner illegal: HC

THE High Court of Karnataka on Wednesday declared that the Enforcement Directorate's raid on the residence of Natesha DB, former MUDA commissioner, in connection with the alleged irregularities in allotment of 14 sites to Chief Minister Siddaramaiah's wife BM Parvathy, as illegal, unwarranted and abuse of law.

No domicile quota for PG-NEET: SC

THE Supreme Court on Wednesday held that domicilebased reservations for post-graduate medical courses under state quotas are unconstitutional.