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Conspiracy to arrest CM, says AAP; BJP hits back

Senior Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) functionaries and cabinet ministers on Sunday held a series of rallies and corner meetings across Delhi in support of chief minister Arvind Kejriwal under the second phase of the \"Main Bhi Kejriwal\" (I am also Kejriwal) campaign.

Anti-smog tower shut, staff say yet to be paid

The anti-smog tower near Connaught Place, which was made operational in November following directions from the Supreme Court, was once again shut down on Sunday, with the personnel manning the facility locking it up, citing nonpayment of their salary.

MCD plans to provide subsidised lab diagnostic services at its 60 facilities

The Municipal Corporation of Delhi (MCD) is set to provide subsidised laboratory diagnostic services at 60 of its healthcare facilities across the city including all major hospitals, maternity homes and primary healthcare units - by outsourcing the collection centres on a public-private partnership (PPP) mode, senior officials aware of the matter have said.

KMP chase: Smugglers dump cattle from speeding truck

POLICE SAID THE DRIVER OF THE PICK-UP TRUCK WAS ARRESTED, WHILE THE OTHER SUSPECTED CATTLE SMUGGLERS MANAGED TO ESCAPE

2 members of Bawana-Bali gang arrested

The special cell of Delhi Police on Wednesday arrested two men allegedly associated with the Neeraj Bawana and Naveen Bali gang from the Munirka area, officers said on Sunday.

Govt proposes one student ID, online school admissions

The Union government has proposed that education records of all school students be integrated into its 'one nation, one student ID' initiative by 2026-27 and all government and government-aided schools switch to an online admission system in the next three years, according to an official government documents seen by HT.

MIGRANT SURGE, NOT JAN 6 ATTACK, IS INSURRECTION: TRUMP AT RALLY

Former president Donald Trump, campaigning in Iowa on Saturday, marked the third anniversary of the January 6, 2021 assault on the US Capitol by casting the migrant surge on the southern border as the \"real\" insurrection.

Ex-principal, 2 staff booked for Kochi varsity stampede

POLICE OFFICERS SAID A PROBE INTO THE STAMPEDE REVEALED 'GRAVE LAPSES' BY THE THEN PRINCIPAL

PM lauds Navy commandos for pulling off daring rescue

Aditya-L1 (first solar observatory) has travelled 1.5 million kms to reach its designated parking spot in time... this is a brilliant display of India and its scientists' capabilities

After anti-India posts, 3 Maldives leaders in dock

The Maldives government on Sunday suspended at least three ministers who made derogatory comments on social media against India and its leadership even as it distanced itself from the remarks and urged officials not to do anything that affects ties with international partners.

RAJNATH TO GO ON TWO-DAY UK VISIT WITH EYE ON DEFENCE TIES

Defence minister Rajnath Singh will embark on a two-day visit to the UK on Monday to rejuvenate strategic and security ties between the two countries, including possible collaboration to jointly develop fighter jets and other military platforms.

Delhi schools shut for primary kids

With Delhi shivering under the prevailing cold conditions, the Delhi government on Sunday announced that all primary classes - Nursery to Class 5-will remain shut for another five days, till January 12.

IMD predicts rain, max temperature up slightly

The sun came out and the maximum temperature rose to 18.8°C, the warmest the daytime has been since December 31, as an approaching western disturbance helped thin the blanket of fog that plunged the city into a grey, bitter winter since the start of the year.

Ivanka admits to feeling 'cornered' due to groupism on sets

Ivanka Das is breaking her silence on her experiences Lin Bollywood. While she likes what she does, there is one issue that concerns her. \"I do not appreciate the groupism that exists here,\" says the actor, who turned 37 last week.

Prachi Desai is looking to explore more of the South

The positive feedback coming her way for the Telugu web show Dhootha has left actor Prachi Desai gratified, especially since she was nervous to step into unknown territory.

I DON'T BELIEVE IN MARRIAGE. WE'RE HAPPY WHERE WE ARE: SANTANU

Artist and illustrator Santanu Hazarika doesn't believe in ascribing labels to his relationship with actor Shruti Haasan

Deepika Padukone roped in as brand ambassador for TECNO smartphones

Premium global smartphone brand, TECNO, is delighted to announce actor Deepika Padukone as its brand ambassador. This move marks the next step in TECNO's resolve to deliver the best of innovation while remaining stylish and accessible with the consumers' needs at heart.

ARJUNMALAIKA: ALL'S WELL IN THEIR PARADISE

Contrary to reports, the actors never parted ways and are 'going strong as ever'

Formula E cancels race in Hyd

The Formula E India race launched on the streets of Hyderabad last year will not have a second season. After uncertainty lasting a few months, Formula E announced on Saturday that it had cancelled the February 10 race, over alleged \"breach of contract\" by the Telangana government.

Warner ends on a high as Australia complete series sweep vs Pakistan

David Warner went out the way he began with a rumbustious innings to guide Australia to an eight-wicket victory and 3-0 Test series sweep over Pakistan here on Saturday. Playing in his 112th and final Test, Warner was dismissed for 57just 11 runs from finishing off the job and left the Sydney Cricket Ground arena before an adoring home crowd.

Future of Tests: Fewer India tours hurting teams outside Big Three

Only India, England and Australia have a meaningful schedule in Test cricket today

Bangladesh poll booths set on fire on election eve, as opposition starts strike

Polling booths were set ablaze in Bangladesh on the eve of Sunday's general elections, while four people, including two children, were killed in a train fire that the government described as arson targeting democratic values.

Israel, Hezbollah exchange fire despite war spillover concerns

Lebanon's Iranianbacked Hezbollah group said on Saturday it had fired rockets at Israel and its arch-foe said it had struck a \"terrorist cell\" in retaliation, as top US and EU diplomats visited the region to seek ways to halt spillover from the war.

HC: E-commerce platform cannot be haven for infringers, liable for selling fake products

E-commerce platforms cannot become a haven for infringers of intellectual property and allow people to sell counterfeits, the Delhi high court has said, in an order laying down that \"safe harbour\" protections will not apply in such cases as it pulled up a shopping website.

Govt: Drugmakers must ensure good manufacturing practices

All drugmakers in India must comply with fresh guidelines to ensure good manufacturing practices, the central government said in a notification in the wake of complaints of substandard medicines exported from the country.

Court to decide on Jan 24 whether to make Gyanvapi survey report public

The Varanasi district court on Saturday said that it will decide on January 24 whether to make the Archaeological Survey of India's (ASI) survey report of the Gyanvapi mosque complex public.

TAA, GSP and removal of trade barriers may be discussed during Tai's India visit next week

New Delhi India is keen to get the Trade Agreements Act-designated country status by the United States and may push Washington to restore the Generalised System of Preferences (GSP) benefits, while the US may ask New Delhi to facilitate American exports to bridge huge bilateral trade deficit during the US Trade Representative Katherine Tai’s India visit next week, two officials aware of the development said.

SC to deliver verdict on Bilkis plea on remission to convicts tomorrow

The Supreme Court on Monday will deliver judgment on petitions challenging the Gujarat government's decision to prematurely release 11 convicts serving life in prison for the gang rape of Bilkis Bano and various other crimes committed during the 2002 riots.

INDIA may take call on key posts in 10-15 days: Kharge

The Indian National Developmental Inclusive Alliance (INDIA) bloc will meet in the next 10 to 15 days to fill some positions, including that of a convener, in the run up to the Lok Sabha elections, Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge said on Saturday.

Uncertainty looms over occupants of 150-yr-old Sunehri Bagh Masjid

On a cold January afternoon, 52-year-old Shakil Ahmed was offering his prayers at the Sunehri Bagh mosque, amid copies of the Quran stacked on shelves. Ahmed’s is among the two families that live on the floor below the mosque — a 150-year-old structure whose fate now hangs in the balance.