Millennium Post Delhi - January 10, 2025

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New Delhi

Rescue ops on for 4th day, heavy-duty pump deployed

ASSAM MINING TRAGEDY

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All 4 accused in Nijjar murder case get bail

In a major development, a Canadian court on Thursday granted bail to four individuals arrested in connection with the killing of Khalistan supporter Hardeep Singh Nijjar.

1 min

At least 5 dead in Los Angeles wildfires, over 100,000 flee

Massive wildfires continued to rage across Los Angeles on Thursday, with two of the most destructive fires in the city's history still unchecked.

1 min

Judicial inquiry announced, SP transferred

Tirupati Stampede

1 min

'No error': SC rejects review petitions on same-sex marriage judgment

The Supreme Court on Thursday dismissed a series of review petitions challenging its October 2023 judgment, which had declined to grant legal recognition to same-sex marriages or civil unions.

1 min

Kejriwal demands inclusion of Jat community in Central OBC list, BJP dismisses it as 'gimmickry'

Soon after the announcement of Assembly elections in Delhi on February 5, former Delhi chief minister and national convenor of the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP), Arvind Kejriwal, on Thursday demanded the inclusion of Delhi's Jat community in the Central Other Backward Classes (OBC) list.

3 mins

India's Ranking Drops to 85th in Henley Passport Index

India's global passport ranking has declined by five positions to 85th place in 2025, according to the latest Henley Passport Index, while Singapore maintained its top position for the second consecutive year.

1 min

Super luxury housing market hits all-time high with Rs 4,754 crore sales

Demand for super luxury homes, each priced above Rs 40 crore, hit an all-time high in 2024 with sales of 59 units for Rs 4,754 crore across the top seven primary and secondary housing markets, according to Anarock.

1 min

SC: Exclusion of quota beneficiaries is executive and legislative matter

The Supreme Court on Thursday stated that it is up to the executive and legislature to determine whether individuals who have already benefited from reservations and can compete on equal footing with others should be excluded from the quota system.

2 mins

GRAP 3 curbs back in Delhi-NCR amid rise in air pollution levels

Delhi's air quality deteriorated sharply on Thursday, prompting authorities to reimpose Stage 3 restrictions under the Graded Response Action Plan (GRAP).

1 min

'Future lies in Budh, not Yudh'

Highlights India's global influence, calls diaspora 'nation's ambassadors'

3 mins

Govt plans ₹ 35,000 cr LPG subsidy to IOC, BPCL & HPCL

In a move to address mounting financial pressures on state-owned fuel retailers, the government is likely to provide a subsidy of Rs 35,000 crore to Indian Oil Corporation Ltd (IOC), Bharat Petroleum Corporation Ltd (BPCL), and Hindustan Petroleum Corporation Ltd (HPCL), sources revealed.

1 min

Japan-India cooperation grows with Medical Device Park visit at YEIDA

Japanese delegation is exploring investment opportunities

1 min

Delhi Police to HC: Speeches of Umar Khalid, Sharjeel created fear

2020 RIOTS CASE

1 min

Two arrested for killing man over verbal abuse

Delhi Police has arrested two individuals for the murder of a 25-year-old man in north west Delhi's Rampura area over verbal abuse and humiliation in the workplace.

1 min

YWCA of India to host 'Holly Jolly Carnival 2.0' in Delhi

The YWCA of India will host the \"Holly Jolly Carnival 2.0: Ecumenical Choir Fest and Fête\" on January 12, 2025, at its national office in New Delhi.

1 min

24-Year-Old Man Beaten to Death in Noida

The victim had a physical disability; incident took place in Cholas village

1 min

Delhi Police Rescue Missing Minor Girl Within 24 Hours

In a significant achievement, the Anti-Human Trafficking Unit of the Delhi Police's Crime Branch has successfully rescued a missing minor girl within 24 hours of the case being registered.

1 min

Director of real estate firm held

In connection with Hathras land scam: GB Nagar Police

1 min

Eleven Apprehended by Gurugram Police for Selling Counterfeit Herbal Sexual Medicines

Gurugram Police uncovered an illegal call center in Dundahera village, defrauding individuals by selling counterfeit herbal sexual medicines.

1 min

ITBP jawan dies under suspicious circumstances in Gr Noida

A jawan from the 39th battalion of the Indo-Tibetan Border Police Force (ITBP) died under suspicious circumstances in a toilet of a complex set up by the battalion in Greater Noida, police said on Thursday.

1 min

Delhi Cong chief: Kejriwal panicking

With the AAP facing \"anti-incumbency\" in Delhi, Arvind Kejriwal is \"panicking\" and is trying to pressure the Congress through its partners but \"we are not going to make any kind of alliance\" with his party, city Congress chief Devender Yadav said on Thursday.

1 min

AAP challenges BJP to name CM face

The Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) has intensified its campaign for the upcoming Delhi Assembly elections, launching a poster challenge that questions the BJP's Chief Ministerial candidate.

1 min

Rahul Gandhi to address election rally on Jan 13

Leader of Opposition in Lok Sabha Rahul Gandhi will address an election rally in the national Capital on January 13, party's Delhi chief Devender Yadav on Thursday said.

1 min

'Will contest polls from one seat only, AAP chief shoots down BJP's claim

Quashing BJP leaders' claims that he would contest the upcoming Delhi Assembly elections from a second seat out of fear of losing from New Delhi, AAP chief Arvind Kejriwal on Thursday said he will contest the polls from one seat only.

1 min

Kejriwal writes to CEC against violation of MCC by Parvesh Verma, demands action

In a recent development, former Chief Minister of Delhi Arvind Kejriwal has written to the Chief Election Commissioner (CEC), accusing BJP candidate Parvesh Verma of violating the Model Code of Conduct (MCC) ahead of the Delhi Assembly elections.

1 min

AAP Alleges Large-Scale Voter Manipulation by BJP in Delhi

Seeks ECI Intervention

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EC swings into action

The Election Commission on Thursday asked its Delhi chief electoral officer to probe the Aam Aadmi Party’s complaints against BJP leader Parvesh Verma and allegations of additions and deletions in the electoral roll of the New Delhi Assembly seat.

1 min

TO UNSEAT AAP, BJP puts Delhi campaign in top gear

As the Delhi Assembly elections approach, the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has intensified its efforts to unseat the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) and reclaim power in the national Capital after more than two decades.

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GRAP 3 curbs back as air quality deteriorates

24-HOUR AVERAGE AIR QUALITY INDEX STOOD AT 357

1 min

Afghanistan no threat to any nation, its FM tells India

Afghanistan has assured New Delhi that it does not pose a threat to any nation and expressed hope for raising the level of diplomatic relations with India, which it described as \"a key regional and economic player.\"

1 min

Govt ignoring Dallewal's indefinite fast.

The Samyukta Kisan Morcha on Thursday slammed the Centre, accusing it of ignoring the ongoing fast-unto-death of farmer leader Jagjit Singh Dallewal and asked it to hold talks with the protesting farmers.

1 min

SpaDeX: ISRO says it has arrested drift between satellites

ISRO on Thursday said it has arrested the drift between satellites during its ambitious Space Docking Experiment (SpaDeX) and put the spacecrafts in a slow drift course to move closer to each other.

1 min

Genome India data released; PM says it will help develop precision medicines

Genome sequencing data of 10,000 Indians will now be available to researchers to develop precision medicines tailored for the local population, a step hailed by Prime Minister Narendra Modi as a \"milestone\" in biotechnology research.

2 mins

Once adding 'bite' to force, CRPF launches adoption of retired sniffer, assault dogs

In a first, more than 30 canines from four breeds are available for adoption

2 mins

Chhattisgarh: Three Naxalites Gunned Down in Encounter With Security Forces

Three Naxalites were killed in an encounter with security forces in Chhattisgarh's Sukma district on Thursday, state Deputy Chief Minister Vijay Sharma said.

1 min

Rahul turns barista at Keventers, rustles up coffee, talks to founders

\"How do you shake up a legacy brand for a new generation and a new market?\" This was the point of discussion between Congress leader Rahul Gandhi and the \"young founders\" of 100-year-old Keventers at one of its outlets in Delhi where he also made cold coffee for a few customers.

1 min

Over 50 paramilitary units for R-Day, Assembly polls in Delhi

More than 50 companies of paramilitary forces and over 5,000 police personnel will be deployed across Delhi ahead of Republic Day celebrations and the upcoming Assembly polls, an official said on Thursday.

1 min

India and USA united in fight against terrorism, claims US ambassador

US ambassador to India Eric Garcetti on Thursday said India and America are united in the fight against terrorism, and expressed satisfaction over the \"increased\" intelligence sharing and cooperation between the two countries to bring perpetrators to justice.

1 min

Punjab: AAP wave sweeps multiple municipal councils

The Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) Punjab celebrated a series of outstanding victories in the municipal council elections across various regions of Punjab.

1 min

Over 2 crore registrations for PM's 'Pariksha Pe Charcha'

A record 2.79 crore registrations have already been received for the eighth edition of Prime Minister's Pariksha Pe Charcha, Ministry of Education officials said on Thursday.

1 min

Paralympics stars, top sarpanches among 10,000 special guests to light up R-Day

GUESTS DRAWN FROM DIVERSE AREAS AND FIELDS, FALL INTO 31 CATEGORIES

2 mins

J&K CM losing faith in INDIA? Calls for dissolution of bloc

If only for LS polls, better wind it up

2 mins

Shah reviews BPR&D initiatives, calls for bolstering forces

Union Home Minister Amit Shah chaired a detailed review meeting at the headquarters of the Bureau of Police Research & Development (BPR&D) in New Delhi.

1 min

Robe crafted from gold, silver threads to adorn Ram Lalla

FIRST ANNIV CELEBRATIONS

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Lord Krishna sites in MP to be developed as pilgrimage destinations under PM's cultural revival initiative: CM

Chief Minister Mohan Yadav on Thursday emphasised that the places associated with Lord Krishna in Madhya Pradesh will be developed as pilgrimage sites.

1 min

EAM stresses on diaspora's importance as India strives to build 'global workforce'

'PRAVASI BHARATIYA DIVAS'

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Himachal govt to expand list of BPL beneficiaries

The Himachal Pradesh Cabinet, on Thursday, approved an expansion of the Below Poverty Line (BPL) list, widening the scope of benefits of welfare schemes to be extended to families with no adult members aged 18-59 years.

2 mins

Passing-out parade of 57 CBI SIs held in Gzb

In a grand finale, the 29th batch of Sub-Inspectors under the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) Academy at Ghaziabad was given away in a grand Passing Out Parade (POP), where 57 officers were promoted.

1 min

Double-engine govt committed to farmers' upliftment: Hry CM

Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini said that the double-engine government is consistently working towards the welfare of farmers.

1 min

UP: Strong westerly winds ease

The strong westerly winds that had been blowing across Uttar Pradesh for the past two to three days began to subside on Thursday, bringing some relief to residents.

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UP to showcase transformation through 'Swachh Sujal Gaon' at Maha Kumbh

The Maha Kumbh 2025 is going to be a monumental display of the transformation of Uttar Pradesh's rural areas through the 'Swachh Sujal Gaon' initiative.

1 min

From 2013 to 2025: Prayagraj's Maha Kumbh witnesses fourfold growth in scale and vision

Maha Kumbh 2025 is set to leave an indelible mark, blending India's timeless traditions with modern innovation

2 mins

Fatal mismanagement?

The Vaikunta Ekadasi festival at Tirupati is widely renowned as an occasion of deep devotion.

3 mins

Imperative realignment

A grassroots journey to Tamil Nadu's remote villages outlines the struggles of the marginalized communities—exposing, in the process, the systemic neglect, misaligned agendas, and the need for guided local governance

4 mins

Resilience through predictions

Over 150 years, IMD has revolutionised weather forecasting through advanced technologies, benefiting agriculture and enhancing disaster preparedness. It's innovative march is a positive signal towards conquering existing challenges

4 mins

Zelenskyy, Austin Say Military Aid to Ukraine Must Continue

Used their final meeting on Thursday to urge the incoming Trump administration not to abandon Kyiv's struggle

2 mins

Los Angeles firefighters battle wildfires as communities burn

2K HOMES, BUSINESSES HAVE BEEN DESTROYED IN PALISADES & EATON FIRES

2 mins

Attack on Chad's Presidential Palace Leaves 19 Dead; 6 in Custody

An attack on Chad's presidential palace left 18 assailants dead and six in custody, with one soldier killed and three wounded, state media reported Thursday.

1 min

South Korean lawmakers seek independent probe

As Yoon Suk Yeol's lawyers warn detention may lead to 'civil war'

1 min

UK Launches 'World's 1st' Sanctions to Crack Down on Illegal Migration

The UK on Thursday announced the \"world's first\" new sanctions regime to combat people smuggling crime rings and block the illicit finance fuelling such operations as part of measures to crack down on illegal migration.

2 mins

Over 46,000 Palestinians have been killed in Israel-Hamas war: Officials

More than 46,000 Palestinians have been killed in the Israel-Hamas war, Gaza's Health Ministry said Thursday, with no end in sight to the 15-month conflict.

2 mins

Sensex tanks nearly 1% to below 78,000 on broad-based selloff

The BSE smallcap gauge tanked 1.17 per cent while the midcap index declined 0.96 per cent

1 min

Adani-ISKCON to start 'Mahaprasad Seva'

The Mahaprasad Seva will be offered to 50 lakh devotees. Golf carts have been arranged for the differently abled, elderly, and mothers with children

1 min

Adani to raise ₹7,148 cr from Adani Wilmar stake sale

The Adani Group will raise Rs 7,148 crore from sale of up to 20 per cent stake in Adani Wilmar (AWL) in the open market to exit non-core activities and focus on infrastructure business.

1 min

Swiggy Launches Swiggy Serves' Initiative to Redistribute Surplus Food

Food delivery aggregator Swiggy on Thursday launched the 'Swiggy Serves' initiative to reduce food waste across its value chain and combat hunger.

1 min

Rupee rises 5 paise to 85.86 against dollar

The rupee recovered slightly from its record low and settled with a gain of 5 paise at 85.86 against the US dollar on Thursday amid firm American currency and elevated level of crude oil prices.

1 min

Equity MF inflows rise 14% in Dec

Inflows into SIPs came at Rs 26,459 crore, up from November's Rs 25,320 crore

1 min

LIC's Bima Sakhi scheme crosses 50K mark within one month

Bima Sakhi Yojana of LIC has seen over 50,000 registrations within a month of its launch by Prime Minister Narendra Modi as an initiative towards women empowerment.

1 min

Partnership with BP Plc to boost ONGC's revenue by $10.30 billion

Additionally, the initiative is expected to contribute up to $5 billion to the Gol's exchequer through royalties, cess & other levies

2 mins

Online pharmacies: 'Notorious markets' report warns of risks

At least nine people died of narcotics poisoning between August 2023 and June 2024

1 min

REC Ltd commits ₹2.01 cr to enhance healthcare in Raipur

Under its Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) initiative, state-owned REC Ltd on Thursday signed a Memorandum of Agreement (MoA) with the District Health Society (DHS) Raipur, Chhattisgarh.

1 min

Rahul Likely to Be Rested From Series Against England

India batter KL Rahul is likely to be rested for the white-ball series against England beginning in Kolkata on January 22.

1 min

Djokovic on collision course with Alcaraz

AUS OPEN DRAW: SABALENKA FACES STEPHENS IN RD 1

1 min

'Gambhir isn't right for India job

Former India batter Manoj Tiwary on Thursday said current national team head coach Gautam Gambhir is “not the right choice” for the top job and he is only adept in mentoring IPL franchises, citing the side’s recent struggles to support his remarks.

1 min

Bumrah the man for captain's role, believes Gavaskar

The legendary Sunil Gavaskar is in awe of Jasprit Bumrah’s leadership qualities and reckons the peerless fast bowler will succeed Rohit Sharma as the next captain of the Indian team following his extraordinary display in the Border-Gavaskar Trophy.

1 min

The last of us

Malaysia Open: Satwik-Chirag carry India's hopes, enter last-8

1 min

No Harman, no worries as Smriti to lead India vs Ireland

Riding high on a dominant performance against West Indies, India under Smriti Mandhana will look to carry forward their winning momentum when they take on Ireland in the first-ever women's bilateral series, with the opening ODI scheduled here on Friday.

1 min

Sense and Sensibility

A book fair is almost like its country cousin

2 mins

Final season of 'Harlem' to release on January 23

From creator and writer Tracy Oliver ('Girls Trip'), 'Harlem' S3 will follow the core four women on the precipice of change like never before

1 min

Folk horror set in Northeast India to premiere at Rotterdam film fest

The festival will be held from January 30 to February 9, 2025

1 min

Manoj reveals he struggled to adjust to stardom

In 2024, Manoj appeared in five projects, including a streaming series, most of which were released directly on OTT platforms

1 min

Payal Nominated for DGA Award

She got a nod in director category

1 min

'Wicked' tops 31st Screen Actors Guild Awards nominations

The SAG Awards are arguably the most telling Oscar forecast there is

2 mins

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