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Laptop imports may need new authorisation

The DGFT has notified the IMS \"for import of restricted IT hardware for the calendar year 2025

Rupee plunges to all-time low of 84.87 in early trade

A bounce back in the US dollar from earlier lows also weighed on the rupee

Fire breaks out at banquet hall in Shastri Park

A massive fire broke out at a banquet hall in Delhi's Shastri Park area on Wednesday evening.

Woman kept under 'digital arrest' for 5 hours

Cyber criminals allegedly duped a woman of Rs 1.40 lakh by keeping her under 'digital arrest' for five hours in Noida.

CBI nabs DDA engineer in 'bribery' case

The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) on Wednesday apprehended two individuals, including an Executive Engineer and a Multi-Tasking Staff (MTS) member from the Delhi Development Authority (DDA), for allegedly demanding and accepting a bribe of Rs 2 lakh.

LG directs strict execution of tobacco-free in schools, colleges

During the meeting, Saxena emphasised the need for strict adherence to tobacco-free guidelines for educational institutions under the Directorate of Education and the Higher Education Department.

Govt seeks proposals for AI labs in schools

The Delhi government, which plans to set up AI labs in selected schools, has invited agencies to submit proposals and conduct demonstrations for the establishment of these labs, according to an official notification on Wednesday.

SC relaxes Manish Sisodia's bail conditions

A bench of justices B R Gavai and K V Viswanathan relaxed the conditions, saying they were not necessary.

DELHI WAKES UP TO COLDEST DECEMBER MORNING

Delhi woke up to the coldest December morning on Wednesday as the minimum temperature dropped to 4.9 degree Celsius.

Now, govt I-D proof required for alcohol consumption in city hotels

The Delhi government has directed operators of the city's hotels, clubs and restaurants serving liquor to verify the age of their clients through hard copies of government-issued identity proofs after violations of the legal drinking age norm were detected.

'Won Delhi alone thrice, will win again': Chadha

Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) MP Raghav Chadha on Wednesday put the final nail on the end of the INDIA bloc in the national capital and said that the party, which won the last three Delhi elections independently, will contest the upcoming Delhi Assembly elections 2025 on its own and win.

Special police drive to identify Bangladeshi immigrants

Following directions from Delhi Lieutenant Governor (LG) VK Saxena, Delhi Police officials conducted a special drive in the Kalindi Kunj area on Wednesday to verify the documents of residents.

BJP slams AIMIM for fielding Tahir

BJP MP Sambit Patra on Tuesday slammed the All India Majlis-e-Ittehad-ul-Muslimeen (AIMIM) for fielding former AAP councillor Tahir Hussain as its candidate in the upcoming Delhi elections, calling the move part of a deliberate attempt to polarise the elections along Hindu-Muslim lines.

BJP woos auto drivers

In anticipation of the upcoming Delhi Assembly elections, the Bharatiya Janata Party's (BJP) Delhi unit held an engaging discussion with the capital's auto drivers, assuring them of comprehensive support if the BJP comes to power.

AAP TAKES UP VOTER 'DELETION' WITH EC

Kejriwal alleges BJP orchestrating a conspiracy to remove voters, from marginalized communities, Dalits, SCs and Purvanchalis from rolls

Cong yet to finalise on LoP in Haryana

Despite Haryana assembly election results declared on October 8, the Congress is yet to finalise its Leader of Opposition in the state assembly as there is no consensus built on the names suggested by party leaders and the leaders are waiting for the party's committee to first submit its report with the Central leadership, sources said on Wednesday.

Punjab mandates recognition for private schools

The Punjab Government has made it mandatory for all private institutions offering early childhood care and education (ECCE) to get registered within six months.

With no-confidence motion, Opposition diverts attention

The issues of framer’s were expected to give congress party an edge in the winter session.

Farmer leader Dallewal's health deteriorates

Health of farmer leaders deteriorates further as his fast unto death completed sixteen days at the Khanauri border.

Kerala seeks 50% share of Rs 616 crore divisible pool

The government of Kerala has urged the 16th Finance Commission to increase its share of the divisible tax pool from the 41 per cent recommended by the 15th Finance Commission to 50 per cent.

Chouhan visits Drone Didi

Union Agriculture and Farmers Welfare and Rural Development Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan said that Farmer welfare is the top priority of the Narendra Modi government at the centre.

Maha cabinet expansion likely on Dec 14

Tensions might arise within the Mahayuti over the cabinet portfolio allocation.

Jal Jeevan Mission spurs women's workforce participation: Report

A recent research report by the State Bank of India has revealed the transformative impact of the Jal Jeevan Mission (JJM) on rural India, particularly on women's socio-economic empowerment.

MAMATA SAYS 'GRATEFUL' TO THOSE BACKING HER FOR I.N.D.I.A BLOC LEADERSHIP

West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee on Wednesday expressed gratitude to the leaders who have backed her for a leadership role in the INDIA bloc, amid growing discussions about a change in the alliance's leadership.

WAQF JPC SEEKS DARUL ULOOM DEOBAND SUGGESTION

Jagdambika Pal, Chairman of the Joint Parliamentary Committee (JPC) on Waqf, stated on Wednesday that the committee had invited Darul Uloom Deoband to provide their suggestions on the Waqf (Amendment) Bill, 2024.

Motion against Chair attempt to deviate attention: Nadda in RS

Leader of Rajya Sabha JP Nadda on Wednesday said that Congress senior leadership's links with US billionaire George Soros should be discussed in the House because it is a matter related to India's sovereignty and its security.

Political temperature rises in Winter Session

Opposition is not letting me speak. This is the fourth day that my Zero Hour has been wasted.

Rahul meets Om Birla

Leader of the Opposition in Lok Sabha Rahul Gandhi met Speaker Om Birla on Wednesday and urged him to expunge remarks made by BJP MPs against him, and ensure the House functions smoothly.

Clerkage charge is levied on cancellation of all waitlisted tickets: Railway Minister

The railway ministry levies clerkage charges on all waitlisted tickets and the revenue generated from all sources, including cancellation, is utilised for working expenses relating to maintenance and operations, the government said in the Lok Sabha in a written reply on Wednesday.

Foreign Secretary was able to give a thorough briefing: Tharoor

After the meeting of the Parliamentary Standing Committee on External Affairs concluded, Congress MP and Committee Chairman Shashi Tharoor stated that several questions were raised, and the Foreign Secretary, who had recently returned from Bangladesh, provided a comprehensive briefing.