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DFS reviews credit disbursement to agri-allied activities by banks
DFS Secretary urged PSBS to take all necessary steps to ensure that respective targets are met during the current financial year, and stressed on the State Governments to facilitate banks in improving flow of credit to these sectors
French court convicts 18 in a major trial that casts light on the deadly migrant-smuggling trade
A French court found 18 people guilty Tuesday in a major migrant-smuggling trial that shed light on the lucrative but often deadly clandestine business of transporting people on flimsy boats across the perilous sea from France to the U.K.
'Failure of Delhi govt': Congress' Sandeep Dikshit slams Kejriwal over Yamuna's toxicity
Congress leader Sandeep Dikshit on Wednesday slammed former Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal over the deteriorating situation of Yamuna, calling out the Aam Aadmi Party government over its failure to do anything to clean the river.
Work for revival of Kolkata's iconic Adi Ganga to start from January
The restoration work of Kolkata’s iconic Adi Gander also known as Gobindapur Creek and Tolly's Canal, will start from January next year.
Panel to take up issue of redeveloping old buildings: CM
She said the government never intervenes in someone's food habits or religious beliefs; the CM also wished people on Chhath Puja
Police recover unknown body from jungle
The Asansol Durgapur Police Commissionerate (ADPC) has recovered a body of an unknown person from a jungle near a closed open cast coal mine in Kalipahari area, under Asansol South police station here this morning.
Solar tree in front of Burnpur House to generate green power
In a new initiative towards sustainability of this picturesque steel township, a 10 KW on-grid solar tree is set to generate 12,000 units of electricity per year and to reduce carbon footprint by 11.6 tonnes per year.
Junior doctors urge chief secretary to streamline referral system
Sushil Haldar, a Garia resident, died at SSKM Hospital on Tuesday after being allegedly denied admissions in 3 hospitals
Trump Win Caps Historic Political Comeback
The election was a shocking disappointment for Kamala Harris who stepped in to carry the Democratic Party torch three months ago
ICC Rankings: Smriti eyes third spot, Harmanpreet back in top 10
Smriti Mandhana closes gap on Sri Lanka's Chamari Athapaththu in women's ODI batting list
NZ humiliation may awaken 'sleeping giant' India: Hazlewood
Terming India a 'sleeping giant', Australia pacer Josh Hazlewood said that Rohit Sharma & Co's first ever 3-0 whitewash at home to New Zealand, could have hit their confidence but at the same time served as a perfect wake-up call ahead of the Border-Gavaskar series, starting 22 November in Perth.
ISL: In-form Punjab FC aim to continue winning momentum against FC Goa
Excitement and enthusiasm are guaranteed when two in-form teams lock horns in the Indian Super League (ISL) at the Fatorda Stadium on November 6.
Odegaard's return boosts Arsenal ahead of Inter clash
Arsenal have been handed a much-needed boost as skipper Martin Odegaard was seen training with the first team squad for the first time since his injury on Tuesday.
Delhi, AP, Bengal shine in senior hockey nationals
Delhi, Karnataka, Bengal and Hockey Andhra Pradesh emerged victorious with great performances on Day 2 of the 14th Hockey India Senior Men National Championship at the Mayor Radhakrishnan Hockey Stadium here on Tuesday.
India coach Marquez names 26 probables for Malaysia friendly
The Indian senior men's team head coach Manolo Marquez on Tuesday announced 26 probables for the upcoming FIFA International Friendly against Malaysia to be played on 18 November at the GMC Balayogi Gachibowli Stadium in Hyderabad.
Arsenal aim to recreate history, in-form Inter eye redemption
Inter Milan eager to avenge 1-5 defeat to Arsenal in 2003, the last time the two teams met in the Champions League
Champions League: Manchester City never find excuses over injury concerns, asserts midfielder Bernardo Silva
Manchester City midfielder Bernardo Silva insists injury worries are not an excuse for players to not try to win every game they go into as the side continue to compete on multiple fronts.
The impact of AI on enhancing EV performance and efficiency
Electric Vehicles (EVs) are reshaping the automotive landscape, offering significant environmental and economic advantages, from reduced emissions to lower maintenance costs.
Apophis: New European space mission could get up close with a large asteroid set to brush by Earth
The European Space Agency has given the go-ahead for initial work on a mission to visit an asteroid called (99942) Apophis.
Arunachal musician booked for publicly killing chicken, drinking its blood
Arunachal Pradesh Police registered an FIR against artist Kon Waii Son (photo) for publicly killing a chicken by slitting its throat and then drinking the bird's blood during a recent performance in Itanagar, officials said on Tuesday.
Face recognition cameras for devotees' safety at stations during Mahakumbh
In its efforts to make Mahakumbh 2025 not only a grand event but also a safe one, the Uttar Pradesh government is enhancing security across both the fairgrounds and Prayagraj's railway stations.
Shia Board welcomes Supreme Court's validation of UP Madarsa Education Act
Maulana Yasoob Abbas, General Secretary of the All India Shia Personal Law Board (AISPLB), on Tuesday, expressed his support for the Supreme Court's decision to uphold the validity of the Uttar Pradesh Madrasa Education Act, 2004.
Akhilesh Yadav takes jibe at UP decision to select DGP
The decision of Uttar Pradesh government to make appointment of DGP at its level has earned severe remarks from the Samajwadi Party.
Don't want to contest any more elections: Sharad Pawar
Sharad Pawar gratefully acknowledged how the people of Baramati in Pune had consistently elected him to the Assembly and the Lok Sabha for a record 14 times, and he served as CM four times
LinkedIn traces workplace transformation in terms of new job roles, AI adoption & sustainability
New data from LinkedIn's inaugural Work Change Snapshot reveals a significant workplace transformation, with 10 percent of workers hired globally in 2024 holding job titles that didn't exist in 2000. This shift is driven by factors such as the rise of new technologies, a greater focus on sustainability, and evolving pandemic-era policies.
Bharat Atta at ₹30 per kg, Bharat Rice at ₹34 per kg being made available to consumers during Phase-II of retail sale, says Govt
Union Minister of Consumer Affairs, Food and Public Distribution and New & Renewable Energy, Pralhad Joshi on Tuesday said direct interventions through retail sale of basic food items under Bharat Brand such as rice, atta and dal have helped in maintaining stable price regime.
Govt proposes to sell up to 2.5 per cent stake in Hindustan Zinc
Centre has proposed to sell up to 2.5% stake in Hindustan Zinc through an offer for sale (OFS).
Market recovers, metal stocks record sharp gain
On Nifty50, 39 constituents closed the session in positive territory
Women entrepreneurs' empowerment crucial for development: CBIC member
Surjit Bhujabal, Member (Customs), Central Board of Indirect Taxes and Customs (CBIC), said the empowerment of women entrepreneurs for inclusive development is important.
I-T Dept allows tax officials to reduce or waive off interest
The Income Tax Department has allowed tax officials to either reduce or waive off interest payable by a taxpayer, subject to specified conditions.