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February 28, 2025

Tuhin Kanta Pandey is the new Sebi chief

THE Centre has appointed Finance and Revenue Secretary Tuhin Kanta Pandey as the new chairman of the Securities and Exchange Board of India (Sebi).

1 min

HC Fiat On Toxic Union Carbide Waste Upheld

The Supreme Court on Thursday refused to entertain a plea challenging the Madhya Pradesh High Court's order on transportation and safe disposal of all toxic waste from Bhopal's ill-fated Union Carbide plant at a treatment unit in the industrial town Pithampur in the state.

1 min

SC Upholds Power of Arrest by GST, Customs Officers

Says officers' authority to arrest is ancillary to their power to levy goods & services tax

1 min

Duplicate Registrations: CAG Exposes ₹220 Cr Irregularities in Ladli Scheme

Details, leading to widespread duplication. It identified over 36,000 cases where beneficiaries' names, birth dates, and parental information were identical, raising concerns about fraudulent enrollments.

2 mins

DU Proposal to Overhaul Campus Elections Triggers Students' Protest

DELHI University has proposed remodelling its students' union election process to free it from the influence of \"money and muscle power.\"

DU Proposal to Overhaul Campus Elections Triggers Students' Protest

1 min

48-km stretch along Yamuna to get facelift

\"No part of Delhi should experience waterlogging this season. If it occurs, the officials responsible will face suspension,\" said PWD and Water Minister Parvesh Verma on Thursday, the third day of the Assembly session.

48-km stretch along Yamuna to get facelift

1 min

On Day Six, tunnel rescue teams push through debris

RESCUE teams on Thursday intensified operations inside the Srisailam Left Bank Canal (SLBC) tunnel to reach eight workers who have been trapped there since the last six days.

On Day Six, tunnel rescue teams push through debris

1 min

Parvesh Verma: Govt to probe exclusion of BJP constituencies from CCTV project

PWD Minister Parvesh Verma announced on Thursday that an investigation will be conducted to determine why CCTV cameras were not installed in eight constituencies represented by BJP MLAs under the previous AAP government.

1 min

BJP MLA Pahalwan proposes renaming of Najafgarh as Nahargarh

DELHI BJP MLA Neelam Pahalwan has proposed renaming Najafgarh to Nahargarh, citing historical significance and urging the Assembly to take action.

BJP MLA Pahalwan proposes renaming of Najafgarh as Nahargarh

1 min

Mohan Singh Bisht elected deputy speaker of assembly

SIX-TIME BJP MLA Mohan Singh Bisht was on Thursday elected deputy speaker of the Delhi Assembly after Chief Minister Rekha Gupta proposed his name.

Mohan Singh Bisht elected deputy speaker of assembly

1 min

CAG: 40% countdown timers poor

THE countdown timers installed at traffic signals assist drivers in taking an informed decision as to whether the vehicle ignition can be switched off, which also helps reduce emissions when engines are idling at traffic signals.

CAG: 40% countdown timers poor

1 min

Portrait row a diversionary tactic: BJP

DELHI BJP president Virendra Sachdeva on Thursday criticised Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) leaders, claiming they are using a controversy over portraits of national leaders to divert attention from their alleged corruption.

Portrait row a diversionary tactic: BJP

1 min

City witnessed 3.57L instances of bus breakdowns in 7 years: Report

THE CAG report on Delhi's public transport, not yet tabled in the Assembly, reveals 3.57 lakh bus breakdowns during 2014-2021.

City witnessed 3.57L instances of bus breakdowns in 7 years: Report

1 min

Non-veg food at mess on Shivratri sparks clashes

A clash allegedly broke out between two groups of students at the South Asian University (SAU) over non-vegetarian food served at the mess on Maha Shivratri on Wednesday.

1 min

Verdict reserved on DU's plea against CIC order on Modi's degree disclosure

THE Delhi High Court on Thursday reserved its verdict on a long-standing legal battle concerning Prime Minister Narendra Modi's educational records.

1 min

HC tells probe agencies to exercise caution on blanket freezing of bank accounts

THE Delhi HC has raised concerns over investigating agencies indiscriminately freezing the bank accounts of innocent traders while probing cyber fraud cases.

1 min

Capital records warmest February night in 74 years

THE national capital witnessed its warmest February night in 74 years, with the minimum temperature at the Safdarjung observatory settling at 19.5°C on Thursday—the highest for the month between 1951 and 2025, the India Meteorological Department (IMD) stated.

1 min

No sympathy should be shown for deportees, they went abroad illegally

UNION Minister and former Haryana Chief Minister Manohar Lal Khattar on Thursday referred to the Indian immigrants deported from the US as \"criminals\" and said \"no sympathy\" should be shown towards them.

No sympathy should be shown for deportees, they went abroad illegally

1 min

Punjab adopts 'bulldozer' model, demolishes houses of drug peddlers

The Punjab government is adopting the 'bulldozer' model seen in Uttar Pradesh and Haryana by demolishing the houses of those accused of various crimes.

Punjab adopts 'bulldozer' model, demolishes houses of drug peddlers

1 min

26/11 Case: Court Seeks Trial Records

Conspirator Tahawwur Hussain Rana's extradition was announced by Trump earlier this month

26/11 Case: Court Seeks Trial Records

2 mins

HC extends stay on trial proceedings in Herald case, next hearing on July 28

THE Delhi High Court on Thursday extended the stay on trial court proceedings in the National Herald case involving Congress leaders Sonia Gandhi, Rahul Gandhi, and others.

HC extends stay on trial proceedings in Herald case, next hearing on July 28

1 min

Andhra Budget outlay likely to cross ₹3 lakh cr

FINANCE Minister Payyavula Keshav will present the Andhra Pradesh Budget for 2025-26 in the Assembly on Friday.

1 min

T'gana reserves 85% seats for locals in higher edu

THE Telangana Higher Education department has issued orders reserving 85% of the seats in all higher education institutions — government or private higher education and technical institutions — for locals.

1 min

Media Can Shift Focus to Climate Change: Experts

THE media should take the lead in changing mindsets and driving positive changes in wildlife conservation and awareness on the adverse effects of climate change, said experts on Thursday.

1 min

Soon, tourists can visit Karnataka backwaters in sea planes: Minister

TOURISM Minister HK Patil on Thursday said to boost tourism in the state, the government is working on launching sea planes to destinations like Hampi, KRS and Almatti backwaters.

1 min

Mass deaths of sea turtles suspected

MASS deaths of Olive Ridley sea turtles have been suspected on the coasts of Mayiladuthurai too close on the heels of similar cases on the beaches of Chennai and elsewhere recently.

1 min

Hyderabad's rise to global level not a pipe dream anymore, says Revanth

ASSERTING that no one could stop 'Telangana Rising' or halt its progress, Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy said, \"Many people were unsure when I first coined 'Telangana Rising'. Now, the whole world is accepting it. People were also sceptical about 'Hyderabad Rising', but today, the entire world has witnessed its reality.\"

Hyderabad's rise to global level not a pipe dream anymore, says Revanth

1 min

Pondy cops bust cryptocurrency gang that cheated investors of ₹3.4 crore

THE Cyber Crime Police Station (CCPS), Puducherry, has cracked down on a massive pan-India fraudulent cryptocurrency scheme that has duped as many as 11 investors in Puducherry of approximately ₹3.4 crore and several other victims in other states.

Pondy cops bust cryptocurrency gang that cheated investors of ₹3.4 crore

1 min

Can't trust Shah's word on delimitation plan: Siddu

'HM's remarks suggest bid to disadvantage four southern states'

Can't trust Shah's word on delimitation plan: Siddu

1 min

Differently-abled will be named for TN local bodies

CHIEF Minister MK Stalin on Thursday announced that the state government will provide adequate representation to differently-abled persons in administration by nominating them to all urban and rural local bodies in the state.

Differently-abled will be named for TN local bodies

1 min

THE NEED TO GET AROUND OSTRACISM IN GOD'S NAME

HE fantastic success of the Kannada film Kantara, which literally means forest and is based on the bhoota of southern Karnataka, has brought greater global attention to Theyyams for its similarity.

THE NEED TO GET AROUND OSTRACISM IN GOD'S NAME

3 mins

THE CONTESTED SCRAMBLE FOR PEACE IN UKRAINE

Though Trump and Putin are ready to discuss peace, Zelenskyy and European leaders have a stake in extending the war. Moscow seems open to BRICS playing a role in deciding Europe's future

THE CONTESTED SCRAMBLE FOR PEACE IN UKRAINE

4 mins

Ekta Ka Mahakumbh — Dawn of a new era for Viksit Bharat

‘Gods and Goddesses, saints, women, children, youth, elderly people from all walks of life came together. We witnessed the nation’s awakened consciousness’

Ekta Ka Mahakumbh — Dawn of a new era for Viksit Bharat

5 mins

Gold card to ease hiring of Indians: Trump

US President Donald Trump on Wednesday said American companies can now hire Indian graduates from US universities under the newly proposed 'gold card' citizenship initiative.

Gold card to ease hiring of Indians: Trump

2 mins

Parents in favour of digital data protection rules

What the Draft Rules Envision

Parents in favour of digital data protection rules

1 min

India looks to bolster trade, defence ties with EU as delegation arrives

AMID the changing dimensions of US-Europe ties, India is looking to strengthen its trade and investment partnership with the European Union (EU) while emphasizing on development of bilateral technologies and defence cooperation.

India looks to bolster trade, defence ties with EU as delegation arrives

2 mins

Stormy session likely as Waqf bill set to be tabled in House after Cabinet nod

WITH the Waqf (Amendment) Bill 2024 expected to be introduced in the second leg of the Budget Session on March 10, Parliament may witness fierce resistance from the Opposition parties determined to block the Bill.

Stormy session likely as Waqf bill set to be tabled in House after Cabinet nod

1 min

Police use drones to hunt for Pune bus rape accused

The Pune Police on Thursday announced a reward of ₹1 lakh for information leading to Dattatray Gade, who is accused of sexually assaulting a 26-year-old woman inside a bus in Swargate.

1 min

Govt faces heat over 1.18L undelivered bicycles

THE Gujarat government has admitted in the Assembly that 1,18,071 bicycles meant for students from socially and educationally backward classes (SEBC) and Scheduled Castes (SC) under the Saraswati Sadhana Yojana remained undelivered as of 31/12/24.

1 min

A month after UCC rollout, Uttarakhand records only seven live-in registrations

UTTARAKHAND, the first state in independent India to implement the Uniform Civil Code, has been experiencing a tepid response in live-in relationship registrations since its enactment a month ago.

1 min

Mamata Accuses BJP of Using 'Fake Voters' to Win Polls, Warns of Stir

WEST Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee on Thursday accused the BJP of adding fake voters from other states to the electoral rolls with the alleged backing of the Election Commission (EC), claiming that the party had used similar tactics to secure victories in the Delhi and Maharashtra assembly elections.

Mamata Accuses BJP of Using 'Fake Voters' to Win Polls, Warns of Stir

1 min

Maha student in ICU after accident, MEA steps in for US visa to family

THE External Affairs Ministry (MEA) has raised an urgent request with the US for a visa for the family of student Neelam Shinde from Maharashtra who is fighting for her life after a road accident in California, sources said.

Maha student in ICU after accident, MEA steps in for US visa to family

1 min

After SC go-ahead, Union Carbide waste disposal trial begins in MP

WITH the Supreme Court on Thursday refusing to interfere with the direction of the Madhya Pradesh High Court waste disposal from the Bhopal Gas Tragedy site, the process of conducting a three-phase trial run of the defunct Union Carbide plant's waste in Pithampur of western MP has begun.

After SC go-ahead, Union Carbide waste disposal trial begins in MP

1 min

Ceasefire violations Pak's terror strategy for Valley

SECURITY experts have linked recent ceasefire violations by Pakistani troops along the LoC in Poonch and Rajouri to militancy incidents in Jammu region, terming it Pakistan's strategy to weaken India's security measures by prompting the Army to redeploy some of its forces from Kashmir to Jammu, thereby allowing militants to regain footholds in the Valley.

Ceasefire violations Pak's terror strategy for Valley

1 min

Russia says no debates on annexed Ukraine land

THE Kremlin on Thursday ruled out giving back Ukrainian regions it claims to have annexed as part of a future peace deal, setting out a major red line as Russian and US officials met in Istanbul for a new round of talks aimed at normalising relations.

Russia says no debates on annexed Ukraine land

1 min

In jolt to ceasefire talks, Israel not pulling out of Gaza

ISRAEL will not withdraw from a strategic corridor in the Gaza Strip as called for by the ceasefire, an official said Thursday.

In jolt to ceasefire talks, Israel not pulling out of Gaza

1 min

US Tariffs on Mexico, Canada from March 4

Prospect of broader trade conflict should other nations levy retaliatory tariffs spooks markets and consumers

2 mins

11 Dead, 65 Injured After Blast at Congo Rebels' Rally

AT least 11 people were killed and 65 injured Thursday after two explosions hit a meeting of M23 rebel group leaders and residents in the captured city of Bukavu in eastern Congo.

11 Dead, 65 Injured After Blast at Congo Rebels' Rally

1 min

Gene Hackman, wife and dog found dead at home

GENE Hackman, the prolific Oscar-winning actor whose studied portraits ranged from reluctant heroes to conniving villains and made him one of the industry's most respected and honored performers, has been found dead along with his wife and their pet dog at their home. He was 95.

Gene Hackman, wife and dog found dead at home

1 min

Buch's Sebi Tenure Has More Hits Than Misses

Tenure marked by focus on enhancing market integrity, investor protection, regulatory efficiency, extensive use of tech

2 mins

India to be 3rd largest consumer market by 2026

THE country's private consumption has nearly doubled to $2.1 trillion in 2024 from $1 trillion in 2013, growing at 7.2% CAGR, faster than the US, China and Germany, according to a report.

1 min

Most employees in IT roles unhappy with their salaries

AT least 47% of employees are unhappy with their current salaries in India as they cite low increments and unfulfilled expectations, and 77% of professionals anticipate significant salary growth in their industry.

Most employees in IT roles unhappy with their salaries

1 min

IPO-bound Ather expands testing facility in B'luru

ELECTRIC two-wheeler maker Ather Energy has expanded its R&D (research and development) and testing capabilities at its product testing and validation centre, called The Juggernaut in Bengaluru.

IPO-bound Ather expands testing facility in B'luru

1 min

Govt to launch 1st tranche of mineral block licence bid

THE government will launch the first tranche auction of exploration licence for blocks in March 2025, said Minister of Coal and Mines G Kishan Reddy on Thursday.

Govt to launch 1st tranche of mineral block licence bid

1 min

UltraTech's cables, wires entry sparks market turmoil

The entry of UltraTech, the flagship cement company of the Aditya Birla Group, into the cables and wires (C&W) business has triggered a sharp decline in the shares of existing players in the market.

UltraTech's cables, wires entry sparks market turmoil

2 mins

IKEA enters north India market with online delivery

SIX years after launching its first store in Hyderabad, Swedish furniture giant IKEA has entered the north Indian markets by introducing online delivery services across Delhi-NCR and nine satellite cities, including Agra, Prayagraj (Allahabad), Amritsar, Chandigarh, Jaipur, Kanpur, Lucknow, Ludhiana, and Varanasi.

IKEA enters north India market with online delivery

2 mins

Sebi asks AMCs to deploy NFO funds within 30 days

THE Securities and Exchange Board of India (Sebi) has cut short the fund deployment time for mutual funds to 30 days raised through new fund offers (NFOs) and has also relaxed regulations regarding the alignment of interests between asset management companies' (AMC) employees and unitholders.

1 min

Liverpool Defeat Newcastle To Go 13 Clear On EPL Table

LIVERPOOL moved a giant step closer to the Premier League title with a ruthless 2-0 win against Newcastle, while Arsenal's challenge is in tatters after a 0-0 draw against Nottingham Forest on Wednesday.

1 min

All-rounder Shikha at peace, hoping to tackle one game at a time

WHEN Shikha Pandey came into the 2025 Women's Premier League season, she felt she was in rhythm with regards to her bowling.

All-rounder Shikha at peace, hoping to tackle one game at a time

3 mins

Kerala's Edhen shines on comeback

IMAGINE a father quitting his overseas job and relocating to an Indian city with a 12-year-old son and two daughters — one eight and another only three. The wife had to stay back because she had an opportunity to get promoted to higher ranks in her existing job. Reason — both wanted their son to pursue cricket.

Kerala's Edhen shines on comeback

3 mins

Highs and Lows of CT 2025 So Far

As Champions Trophy draws closer to business end, a look at some of the hits and misses, upsets and more...

Highs and Lows of CT 2025 So Far

2 mins

ISL: Win boosts Goa's chance of direct S/F berth

CARL McHugh scored the only goal of the match as FC Goa beat Punjab FC 1-0 in the Indian Super League in New Delhi on Thursday.

ISL: Win boosts Goa's chance of direct S/F berth

1 min

Beleaguered BFI gets World Boxing's support

EVEN as Boxing Federation of India (BFI president Ajay Singh) is taking legal action against Indian Olympic Association's (IOA) decision to form an ad hoc committee, the World Boxing (WB), without elaborating much at this moment, said that they stand by the federation.

Beleaguered BFI gets World Boxing's support

1 min

Meet Your Marathon Needs

Marathon running is not just about endurance and mental grit but also about nutrition.

Meet Your Marathon Needs

2 mins

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