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December 06, 2024

ISRO launches PSLV-C59 with ESA's Proba-3

The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) successfully launched the PSLV-C59/PROBA-3 mission from Sriharikota, Andhra Pradesh, on Thursday.

1 min

Indian govt supports a two-state solution to WAsia conflict: EAM

While asserting that issues of terrorism and hostage-taking cannot be underplayed or ignored, External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Thursday reiterated India's support for a two-state solution to the Israel-Palestine conflict.

1 min

'We should not throw baby out with bathwater': CEA on Q2 GDP growth figures

Chief Economic Advisor (CEA) V Anantha Nageswaran on Thursday cautioned against 'overinterpreting' the disappointing gross domestic product (GDP) growth performance in the second quarter of the current financial year as the underlying growth story remains intact, and \"we should not throw the baby out with the bathwater\".

'We should not throw baby out with bathwater': CEA on Q2 GDP growth figures

1 min

Fadnavis takes oath as 21st Maharashtra CM

Shiv Sena's Eknath Shinde and NCP's Ajit Pawar took oath as Deputy Chief Ministers

Fadnavis takes oath as 21st Maharashtra CM

2 mins

Putin praises Modi's initiatives for India's economic development

Russian President Vladimir Putin has praised Prime Minister Narendra Modi's \"India First\" policy and the \"Make in India\" initiative, emphasizing how these policies have contributed to India's development.

Putin praises Modi's initiatives for India's economic development

1 min

Govt rolls out SOPs for public buses to ensure passenger safety

The stage-wise fare charge must be explained if any passenger requests it from the conductor, the guidelines state

Govt rolls out SOPs for public buses to ensure passenger safety

2 mins

North Bengal book fair to begin in Siliguri

The Greater Siliguri Publishers' and Book Sellers Welfare Association (GSPBSWA) will host the 42nd North Bengal Book Fair at the Kanchenjunga Stadium fairground starting 6 December.

North Bengal book fair to begin in Siliguri

1 min

Bharat Gaurav train to start on 18 February, next year

IRCTC, East Zone, Kolkata has announced the launch of the Bharat Gaurav Special Tourist Train-Maha Kumbh Punya Kshetra Yatra, set to commence on 18 February 2025.

1 min

Experts from London, India inspect Howrah bridge's health

Experts from Rendel, London, Mr Michael J. King, senior consultant and Mr Omar Nabeel, bridges team leader and assistant technical director, representatives of RITES, along with the chief engineer, Syama Prasad Mookerjee Port, inspected the Howrah Bridge as part of an assessment of the bridge's health.

Experts from London, India inspect Howrah bridge's health

1 min

BJP backs Trinamul motion to resume flights to European countries from city

Supporting the motion, Leader of Opposition in the Assembly Suvendu Adhikari said that the clearance from the Union government for direct flight operations from different European countries to Kolkata is already in place

BJP backs Trinamul motion to resume flights to European countries from city

2 mins

6 TMC MLAs Write to Mamata alleging non-cooperation against MP Mahua Moitra

Six Trinamul Congress MLAs have written a letter to the party chief bringing charges of non-cooperation against Mahua Moitra, party MP from Krishnagar in Nadia district, sources said.

1 min

R G Kar victim's parents open social media account

In the Facebook account titled 'Truth and Justice: Voice for RG KAR Victim', the victim's parents uploaded a written and video message seeking support from the larger society to their demand for justice for their daughter.

1 min

Future of Iranian cinema dismal: Mohammad Sina Ghasemi Mousavi

The future of the globally appreciated Iranian cinema, which is suffering at the hands of 'strict' rules from the state authorities, stern censorships and financial constraints faced by production houses, is dismal, felt Mohammad Sina Ghasemi Mousavi (photo), one of the makers of the film Girls of the Sea, which is competing at the ongoing 30 Kolkata International Film Festival (KIFF).

Future of Iranian cinema dismal: Mohammad Sina Ghasemi Mousavi

3 mins

College suspends professor

The Scottish Church college authorities today suspended a professor of the institution allegedly in connection with sexual harassment of a student.

1 min

Mission zero scrap balance

Aiming at achieving Zero Scrap Balance for timely and efficient disposal of scrap generated by various workshops and sheds, the Eastern Railway has achieved cumulative scrap sale of Rs 321.40 crore till November in the current fiscal.

1 min

UGC plans major changes for UG, PG courses

The University Grants Commission has unveiled draft guidelines that envisions major changes like biannual admissions, provisions of multiple entry and exit, flexibility for students, minimum attendance requirements etc in undergraduate and post graduate courses in educational institutions in the country

UGC plans major changes for UG, PG courses

1 min

BJP attacks Rahul Gandhi, says hand-in-glove with foreign forces

BJP MP Sambit Patra alleged that Gandhi is part of a 'triangle' along with billionaire investor George Soros

BJP attacks Rahul Gandhi, says hand-in-glove with foreign forces

2 mins

Jharkhand Cabinet expanded with 11 MLAs taking oathas ministers

The Hemant Soren-led Jharkhand government expanded the cabinet on Thursday with the induction of eleven new ministers.

2 mins

Rein in your leaders: T'gana CM to KCR on Harish Rao's arrest

Telangana Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy on Thursday asked BRS supremo K Chandrasekhar Rao to rein in his leaders in the wake of the arrest of party leader T Harish Rao.

2 mins

PM Modi to inaugurate Prayagraj-Varanasi rail track

The Ganga Rail Bridge will also be inaugurated on 13 December by the Prime Minister

PM Modi to inaugurate Prayagraj-Varanasi rail track

1 min

Suspected water contamination: 3 dead, 19 hospitalised in Chennai

In a shocking incident, three people have died and 20 others were hospitalized in what is suspected to be drinking water contamination at Pallavaram under Tambaram Municipal Corporation in Tamil Nadu on Thursday.

1 min

Opposition alleges real estate deal behind Kerala govt's decision to cancel Kochi Smart City project

Leader of the Opposition in the Kerala Assembly, VD Satheesan, on Thursday said that the state cabinet decision to end the Smart City project without discussing it with anyone was a strange move.

Opposition alleges real estate deal behind Kerala govt's decision to cancel Kochi Smart City project

1 min

Woman killed, son critical after stampede at Pushpa 2 premiere in Hyderabad

Hyderabad Police registered a criminal case against the management of Sandhya Theatre following a stampede on Wednesday night during the special premiere of Pushpa 2, starring Allu Arjun.

1 min

PMeVIDYA DTH channel for sign language to be launched today

Union Minister for Education Dharmendra Pradhan (photo) will launch the PM e-VIDYA DTH Channel No. 31 for Indian Sign Language (ISL) here on Friday.

PMeVIDYA DTH channel for sign language to be launched today

1 min

NSUI stages protest against govt on issues of education

The National Students' Union of India (NSUI) staged a protest here on Thursday against the BJP-led government at the Centre, alleging it has failed to address several issues including paper leak, Agnipath scheme and Manipur situation.

NSUI stages protest against govt on issues of education

1 min

J&K Chief Secretary stresses for early restoration of Jammu's heritage palace complex

Chief Secretary, Atal Dulloo on Thursday made a visit to Mubarak Mandi Heritage Complex here to take on spot assessment of the progress made on the works of conservation and protection going on for last few years.

J&K Chief Secretary stresses for early restoration of Jammu's heritage palace complex

1 min

'Muslim mosques being targeted under a planned conspiracy'

'We (Muslims) don't want appeasement. But don't target us. By attacking our mosques, shrines and the way we practice our religion, you are victimising us and this is not the India that J&K was a part of,' said J&K CM

'Muslim mosques being targeted under a planned conspiracy'

2 mins

On the brink

The escalation of violence against minorities in Bangladesh cannot occur in isolation from the political landscape. The tacit support of state institutions and the role of major political parties facilitates these ghastly attacks. This hidden conspiracy not only undermines social cohesion in the multicultural society but also threatens the very fabric of democracy by eroding trust among different communities. The rapid degeneration into violence suggests a breakdown of the social compact that once held diverse groups together

On the brink

5 mins

Student Uncertainty

As the United States prepares for a new presidential administration, uncertainty looms over the future of its immigration policies.

4 mins

Student Uncertainty

As the United States prepares for a new presidential administration, uncertainty looms over the future of its immigration policies.

2 mins

Global narratives on the Indian stage

The 55th International Film Festival of India, popularly known as IFFI, ended on 28 November.

Global narratives on the Indian stage

5 mins

Bringing Delhi-Dhaka ties on track

Hindu monk Chinmoy Krishna Das, a former member of the International Society for Krishna Consciousness (ISKCON) and now a spokesperson of Bangladesh Sammilita Sanatani Jagran Jote, was arrested on charges of treason upon his arrival at the Shahjalal International Airport in Dhaka. This has spiralled into a war of words, threatening to damage the existing bilateral relations between India and Bangladesh.

4 mins

Iran frees jailed Nobel laureate Narges Mohammadi for 21 days on medical grounds after surgery

Nobel Peace Prize laureate Narges Mohammadi was released temporarily from prison Wednesday after undergoing a complex surgery in Iran that saw part of a bone in her right leg removed over cancer fears, her supporters said.

Iran frees jailed Nobel laureate Narges Mohammadi for 21 days on medical grounds after surgery

1 min

Police hunt for the gunman who killed UnitedHealthcare's boss in Manhattan

Investigators are searching for clues that could help them identify the masked gunman who stalked and killed the leader of one of the largest U.S. health insurance companies on a Manhattan sidewalk, then disappeared into Central Park.

Police hunt for the gunman who killed UnitedHealthcare's boss in Manhattan

1 min

Israeli Strikes On a Gaza tent Camp kill at least 21 people, hospital says

Israeli airstrikes tore through a tent camp for displaced Palestinians in southern Gaza on Wednesday, sparking fires and killing at least 21 people, according to the head of a nearby hospital,in the latest assault on a sprawling tent city that Israel designated a humanitarian safe zone but has repeatedly targeted.

Israeli Strikes On a Gaza tent Camp kill at least 21 people, hospital says

1 min

Yoon replaces defense minister as South Korea's parliament moves to Vote on their impeachments

South Korea's president replaced his defense minister Thursday as opposition parties moved to impeach both men over the stunning-but-brief imposition of martial law that brought armed troops into Seoul streets.

Yoon replaces defense minister as South Korea's parliament moves to Vote on their impeachments

1 min

France's PM removed in no-confidence vote

The National Assembly approved the motion by 331 votes. A minimum of 288 were needed

France's PM removed in no-confidence vote

2 mins

Syrian insurgents capture central city of Hama in another blow to president Assad

Syrian insurgents entered the central city of Hama Thursday after days of intense clashes with government forces as they push forward with their week-long offensive that brought large parts of Syria under their control.

Syrian insurgents capture central city of Hama in another blow to president Assad

1 min

UK leader Starmer will outline his 'Plan for Change'; just don't call it a relaunch

British Prime Minister Keir Starmer is trying to change the narrative on his five-month-old government after plummeting approval ratings, business anxiety over tax hikes and protesting farmers clogging London streets.

UK leader Starmer will outline his 'Plan for Change'; just don't call it a relaunch

1 min

Biden says 'Africa is the future' as he pledges millions more on the last day of Angola visit

President Joe Biden pledged another $600 million Wednesday for an ambitious multi-country rail project in Africa as one of the final foreign policy moves of his administration, and told African leaders the resource-rich continent of more than 1.4 billion people had been \"left behind for much too long.\"

Biden says 'Africa is the future' as he pledges millions more on the last day of Angola visit

1 min

Uzbekistan, IAEA agree to joint roadmap on peaceful nuclear development

Uzbekistan and the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) reached an agreement on adopting a joint roadmap for expanding multifaceted cooperation in the field of peaceful nuclear development, the press service of the Uzbek President announced.

Uzbekistan, IAEA agree to joint roadmap on peaceful nuclear development

1 min

Afghan economy shows modest growth: World Bank

The partial recovery, coupled with falling food prices, helped to gradually improve household welfare

Afghan economy shows modest growth: World Bank

1 min

Tribunal established by Sheikh Hasina bans former PM's speeches in Bangladesh

Terming it as a \"hate speech\", a domestic war crimes tribunal in Bangladesh on Thursday ordered that the recent remarks made by former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina should be removed from all social media platforms in the country with immediate effect.

Tribunal established by Sheikh Hasina bans former PM's speeches in Bangladesh

1 min

Justice Department and the city of Memphis to address results of scathing police investigation

The fatal beating of Tyre Nichols by officers after he ran away from a traffic stop in January 2023 exposed serious problems in the Memphis Police Department, from the use of excessive force to its mistreatment of Black people in the majority-Black city, a federal investigation has found.

Justice Department and the city of Memphis to address results of scathing police investigation

2 mins

Opposition party leader arrested as Georgia authorities try to curb protests over ending EU talks

Georgian police on Wednesday raided the offices of an opposition party and arrested its leader in an apparent attempt to squelch a wave of mass protests triggered by the governing party's decision to suspend negotiations on joining the European Union.

Opposition party leader arrested as Georgia authorities try to curb protests over ending EU talks

2 mins

Residential rooftop solar in India outpaces commercial and industrial sector

Finally, the rooftop solar segment in the country seems to be catching up, and not just catching up, but is growing fast.

Residential rooftop solar in India outpaces commercial and industrial sector

2 mins

Funding by mutual funds to NBFCs up 47 pc at ₹2.33 lakh crore in Oct

The mutual fund (MF) debt exposure to non-banking financial companies (NBFCs), which includes commercial papers (CPs) and corporate debt, has remained above the Rs 2 lakh crore level for more than half a year, reaching Rs 2.33 lakh crore in October.

Funding by mutual funds to NBFCs up 47 pc at ₹2.33 lakh crore in Oct

1 min

Clothing Manufacturers Association raises concerns regarding GST rates proposal

The Clothing Manufacturers Association of India (CMAI) has raised concerns regarding the rate-rationalisation proposal put forward by the Group of Ministers (GoM) that includes significant changes to GST rates for the apparel sector.

Clothing Manufacturers Association raises concerns regarding GST rates proposal

1 min

Govt willing to earmark areas to MSMEs in 20 townships: Piyush Goyal

Union Minister for Commerce and Industry, Piyush Goyal, said the government is open to the idea of an alternate financing model to support micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSME) and the government is willing to earmark areas to MSMEs in the 20 townships being built across the nation.

Govt willing to earmark areas to MSMEs in 20 townships: Piyush Goyal

1 min

Job Opportunities to rise by 7.5 pc in Indian fintech industry: Report

Job opportunities are expected to rise by 7.5 per cent in the Indian fintech industry, spurred by the widespread embrace of digital payments, blockchain innovations and the growth of open banking systems, according to a report on Thursday.

1 min

India's rising coal production to keep global price in check: Report

India's rising domestic production of thermal coal and the slowdown in the Chinese economy are expected to exert downward pressure on the price of fossil fuel in Asian markets during 2025, according to an S&P Global report released on Thursday.

1 min

Market continues upward trajectory

Sensex surged 809 points, or 1 per cent, to 81,765.86, while Nifty climbed 240.95 points, or 1 per cent, to 24,708.40

Market continues upward trajectory

1 min

Housing prices spike up to 65 per cent in top 30 tier II cities: Report

The weighted price of new launch projects in top 30 tier II cities rose up to 65 per cent between 2023 and October 2024, a report by PropEquity said on Thursday.

Housing prices spike up to 65 per cent in top 30 tier II cities: Report

1 min

Funeral of twelve Kuki-Zo youths held in Manipur's Churachandpur amid silent rally and total shutdown

The funeral of 12 Kuki-Zo men, including 10 who died in a gunfight with the CRPF in Jiribam district of Manipur, took place on Thursday in Churachandpur.

Funeral of twelve Kuki-Zo youths held in Manipur's Churachandpur amid silent rally and total shutdown

1 min

Providing clean electricity state's top priority: MP CM

Saying that the renewable energy capacity of Madhya Pradesh has increased 14 times in the last twelve years, Chief Minister Dr Mohan Yadav today stressed on the need of providing solar energy to farmers, as they consume about 41 per cent of the state's power supply.

Providing clean electricity state's top priority: MP CM

1 min

'Innovation is the spark that shapes the Indian Army's future'

Held annually, Inno-Yoddha serves as a platform to identify and promote in-house innovations that address operational, logistical, and training challenges faced by the Indian Army

'Innovation is the spark that shapes the Indian Army's future'

1 min

The tale of Hope: How a foundation is transforming countless lives

Mahatma Gandhi once said, \"The best way to find yourself is to lose yourself in the service of others.\"The Hope Foundation has been serving the marginalized sections of society for over 25 years.

The tale of Hope: How a foundation is transforming countless lives

2 mins

KERALA'S SKILLED WORKFORCE AND INDUSTRIAL POLICY ATTRACT GLOBAL GIANTS

The sixth edition of Huddle Global held from 28-30 November this year, at Kovalam, Trivandrum, Kerala, brought together industry leaders, innovators and funding agencies from around the globe, spotlighting Kerala's commitment to innovation and sustainability. Kerala Startup Mission, the Kerala government's nodal agency for entrepreneurship development, spearheaded the event, reinforcing the state's role as a hub for clean energy and technological innovation.

KERALA'S SKILLED WORKFORCE AND INDUSTRIAL POLICY ATTRACT GLOBAL GIANTS

5 mins

Simranjeet Singh aiming to take HIL route for national team comeback

Indian hockey team midfielder Simranjeet Singh is setting his eyes on a comeback in the national fold via the upcoming Hockey India League (HIL) where he is set to represent UP Rudras.

Simranjeet Singh aiming to take HIL route for national team comeback

2 mins

Nice to be out there to change the momentum: De Bruyne

Kevin De Bruyne has expressed relief after Manchester City ended a seven-match winless run by beating Nottingham Forest 3-0 in the Premier League.

Nice to be out there to change the momentum: De Bruyne

2 mins

Kalinga Lancers appoint Valentin Altenburg as coach

Kalinga Lancers have appointed Valentin Altenburg as head coach for the upcoming Hockey India League (HIL) season.

Kalinga Lancers appoint Valentin Altenburg as coach

1 min

Premier League: Arsenal set new record with victory against Manchester United

Arsenal set new club landmark with 2-0 win over former European champions and close gap on league leaders Liverpool

Premier League: Arsenal set new record with victory against Manchester United

2 mins

ISL: Upbeat Punjab FC eye easy win against struggling Mohammedan SC

On a high following their away victory against Mumbai City FC, an upbeat Punjab FC will be fancying their chances when they take on struggling top-flight newcomers Mohammedan SC in an Indian Super League (ISL) fixture at the Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium on Friday.

ISL: Upbeat Punjab FC eye easy win against struggling Mohammedan SC

1 min

Shastri dismisses ghosts of 2020 ahead of secondTest

Former India head coach Ravi Shastri believes that the Rohit Sharma-led team has done well to beat the demons of the infamous “36 all out” at the Adelaide Oval during their last tour Down Under in 2020-21, and will head for Friday’s encounter against Australia with a “really great frame of mind” after having taken a 1-0 lead in the ongoing Border-Gavaskar series.

Shastri dismisses ghosts of 2020 ahead of secondTest

2 mins

Different role, same josh: Sreejesh on India's triumph at Men's Junior Asia Cup

India's junior men's hockey team head coach PR Sreejesh on Wednesday said that the squad has shown the same \"Josh\" in their triumph at the Men's Junior Asia Cup while reflecting on his former self when he was part of the senior team.

Different role, same josh: Sreejesh on India's triumph at Men's Junior Asia Cup

1 min

Adelaide Test: Rohit confirms line-up as India eye bigger lead

Sharma confirmed that India will stick to its opening combination of KL Rahul and Yashasvi Jaiswal

Adelaide Test: Rohit confirms line-up as India eye bigger lead

2 mins

BGT: Boland to replace injured Hazlewood as Australia aim to level series

Under pressure after being overpowered by Team India in the Perth Test, Australia have suffered a blow ahead of the pink ball encounter - the second of the ongoing Border-Gavaskar Trophy (BGT) with pace spearhead Josh Hazlewood ruled out due to injury.

BGT: Boland to replace injured Hazlewood as Australia aim to level series

2 mins

World Chess Championship: Gukesh falters as Ding Liren forces sixth draw

India's young star D Gukesh and defending World Champion China's Ding Liren played out a dramatic draw in their ninth-round clash at the Resort World Sentosa, here on Thursday.

1 min

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