JAPAN, ASEAN STRENGTHEN TIES AMID CHINA TENSIONS

Leaders from Japan Association of and the Southeast Asian Nations, marking their 50th anniversary of friendship, were meeting at a special summit on Sunday and expected to adopt a joint vision that emphasises security cooperation amid growing tensions with China in regional seas.

TRUMP SEEKS NEW HAMPSHIRE BOOST FOR SWIFT NOMINATION ADVANTAGE

Donald Trump asked New Hampshire voters on Saturday to help him secure the Republican presidential nomination before any rivals find their footing with the 2024 campaign's opening contest just weeks away.

TELANGANA HIGH COURT PASSED A SLEW OF DIRECTIONS TO ENSURE SPEEDY DISPOSAL OF CASES AGAINST MLA & MPS

The Telangana High Court in the case observed and has passed the slew of directions to the Courts and Police Officials concerned in furtherance of the Suo Motu proceedings initiated that were taken up by the court in order to the ensure speedy disposal of cases with regards to MLAs and MPs.

ARVIND KEJRIWAL SAYS CENTRE 'WITHHOLDING' FUNDS FOR PUNJAB

AAP national convener Arvind Kejriwal on Sunday slammed the Centre for \"withholding\" funds for Punjab, claiming the BJP-led Union government is doing so as his party's rivals have asked it to stop development work in the state.

POLICE RESORT TO WATER CANNON TO BLOCK YOUTH CONG'S MARCH TO CM MANN'S RESIDENCE

Police on Sunday used a water cannon to disperse Youth Congress workers who tried to force their way through barricades while marching towards Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann's residence here to protest alleged deterioration of law and order.

3 men with links to Bambiha gang held after encounter with police

Three men alleged to have links with the Bambiha gang were nabbed following an exchange of fire with police in Punjab's Moga on Sunday, officials said.

INTERNATIONAL PRESENCE: ISRO LAUNCHES 397 FOREIGN SATELLITES, EARNS USD 441 MILLION IN 10 YEARS

The Indian Space Research Organisation is the national space agency of India. It operates as the primary research and development arm of the Department of Space (DoS), which is directly overseen by the Prime Minister of India while the Chairman of ISRO also acts as the executive of DoS.

WILL NOT BE A MUTE SPECTATOR TO CORRUPTION: CM SIDDARAMAIAH

Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah asserted on Sunday that the government will not be a mute spectator in the face of corruption, stating that if any cases are found, an investigation will be conducted and action will be taken against the culprits.

CRPF SI killed, constable injured in encounter with Naxalites

A sub-inspector of the Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) was killed and a constable injured in an encounter between security personnel and Naxalites in Chhattisgarh's Sukma district on Sunday, police said.

ASSAM GOVERNOR EXHORTS LEGAL COMMUNITY TO ENSURE JUSTICE FOR UNDERPRIVILEGED

Assam Governor Gulab Chand Kataria has exhorted the legal community to ensure justice for the underprivileged.

BPSSC to use AI power system in SI exam; 6.60 lakh candidates to appear for 1,275 posts

The Bihar Police Subordinate Services Commission (BPSSC) will be using Artificial Intelligence (AI) powered system to prevent cheating during the preliminary examination for 1,275 posts of Sub-Inspectors on Sunday.

ATAL BIHARI VAJPAYEE'S LEGACY INSPIRES INDIA'S ECONOMIC SURGE: VP DHANKAR

India will become the world's third largest economic superpower in the next four-five years leaving behind Germany and Japan, but to achieve that the citizens of the country must remain healthy, Vice President Jagdeep Dhankhar said on Sunday.

CONG SAYS PM 'RUNNING AWAY FROM DEBATE' TO AVOID BJP MP'S ROLE

The Congress on Sunday accused Prime Minister Narendra Modi of running away from a debate on the security breach in Parliament and said the reason for it is that questions will be raised on the role of the Mysuru BJP MP in facilitating the entry of those who jumped into the Lok Sabha chamber.

LG GIVES NOD TO PROSECUTE 11 PEOPLE INVOLVED IN FALSE PASSPORT CASES

Delhi Lt. Governor V K Saxena has approved the prosecution of 11 individuals allegedly involved in obtaining passports through false and forged documents, according to officials from Raj Niwas on Sunday.

INDIAN AKASH AIR DEFENCE MISSILE SYSTEM DESTROYS 4 TARGETS SIMULTANEOUSLY

Looking to export its indigenous weapon systems, India has strongly demonstrated the firepower of its Akash surface-to-air (SAM) weapon system, where a single firing unit simultaneously engaged and destroyed four unmanned targets during the recent Exercise Astrashakti 2023.

PARLIAMENT SECURITY BREACH SERIOUS MATTER: MAMATA BANERJEE

West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee on Sunday expressed concerns over the security breach at the new Parliament building in New Delhi and said it was quite a serious matter.

'False and baseless': JSW Group chairman Sajjan Jindal denies rape allegations

Accused of raping a 30-year-old model in Mumbai, billionaire Sajjan Jindal vehemently denies the grave charge, branding the allegations as \"false and baseless.\"

Amit Shah lauds Union govt for holistic health approach, effective campaigns

The Centre has taken up the mission to improve the health of people with a holistic approach by increasing the budget for it and launching various schemes and campaigns in the last one decade, Union Minister Amit Shah has said.

ASI SET TO SUBMIT GYANVAPI SCIENTIFIC SURVEY TO DISTRICT COURT

The Archaeological Survey of India (ASI) will submit a scientific survey report of the Gyanvapi complex in District court of Varanasi today. Previously, the court had provided additional time to the ASI on September 6, October 5, November 2, November 17, November 30 and December 11.

PRIVATE LIVES AT HOUSEHOLDS NOT CONSTITUTIONAL VACUUMS FOR INJUSTICE: CJI

Chief Justice of India D Y Chandrachud on Sunday said though households provide a private sanctuary to the inhabitants, it may not be simply an equitable space.

INDIA FACES LEGACY CHALLENGES; COAS MANOJ PANDE

India's armed forces need to be alive to the maxim of \"expect the unexpected\", Chief of Army Staff General Manoj Pande said recently, underlining the need for the military to remain cognisant of the contours of the evolving geopolitical landscape and security challenges.

9 killed in Nagpur factory blast

Maharashtra government has announced a compensation of Rs 5 lakh for the kin of those who were killed in a blast at Nagpur's solar explosive company on Sunday, the Chief Minister's office said in a statement.

PM MODI LAUNCHES SECOND EDITION OF KASHI TAMIL SANGAMAM

Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated Kashi Tamil Sangamam 2.0 at Namo Ghat, in Varanasi on Sunday.

SC defers hearing on Mahua Moitra's plea till Jan 3

The Supreme Court on Friday deferred the hearing on Trinamool Congress (TMC) leader Mahua Moitra’s plea challenging her expulsion from the Lok Sabha until 3 January, 2024. Moitra challenged her expulsion in the apex court after the Lok Sabha adopted the report of its ethics committee, which found her guilty of accepting gifts and illegal gratification from a businessman.

SUPREME COURT ASKS DCPCR TO APPROACH DELHI HIGH COURT: CANNOT ENTERTAIN EVERY DISPUTE BETWEEN DELHI GOVT AND LG

The Supreme Court in the case Delhi Commission For Protection Of Child Rights vs. Lieutenant Governor, NCT Of Delhi Through Principal Secretary observed and has remarked that not every issue between the Delhi Government and the Lieutenant Governor could be covered under an Article 32 of the Constitution of India before the Supreme Court.

JAPAN STRENGTHENS PARTNERSHIPS WITH ASEAN NATIONS TO CONTAIN CHINA

Japan has been enhancing its security ties with various Southeast Asian nations ahead of a Japan-ASEAN summit that is scheduled to be held in Tokyo from 16-18 December. According to analysts, this forum is being held to offset China’s aggressive behaviour in the region, VOA News reported.

Australia dominates with 487 as Pakistan loses Shafique and Masood

The day of Test cricket concludes with Australia in a favorable position, although Pakistan has managed to stay competitive after a slow start. Marsh and Carey formed a crucial 90-run partnership, providing support to Warner’s earlier impressive innings.

PAKISTAN BATTER AHMED SHEHZAD RETIRES FROM PSL

Pakistan batter Ahmed Shehzad has announced his retirement from the Pakistan Super League (PSL), attributing his decision to what he perceives as a “deliberate effort” by all six franchises to exclude him from the competition.

Tottenham boss Ange Postecoglou discusses 'challenging period'

Tottenham head coach Ange Postecoglou discussed how he plans to navigate the challenges that lie ahead of their Premier League clash against Nottingham Forest, considering the absence of key players.

PANDYA TO LEAD MUMBAI INDIANS IN IPL 2024, SUCCEEDING ROHIT

Mumbai Indians (MI), the five-time Indian Premier League (IPL) champions, announced on Friday that star all-rounder Hardik Pandya will lead the team in the 2024 edition of the league.