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Pak urges SCO member states to tackle regional challenges

Pakistan Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Wednesday urged SCO member states to strengthen the organisation's framework for tackling multiple regional challenges and forging close cooperation.

CHINA, RUSSIA EXHORT STRONGER PARTNERSHIP TO COUNTER TERRORISM

China and Russia on Wednesday emphasised the importance of regional cooperation and economic integration and called for stronger partnerships within the SCO framework to counter terrorism.

Don't look at China's belt initiative through 'narrow political prism': Pak

Pakistan Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Wednesday rooted for Beijing's Belt and Road Initiative at the SCO summit here, saying such connectivity projects should not be viewed through a \"narrow political prism\" -- an apparent reference to India's reluctance to endorse it.

SC Collegium recommends appointment of four judicial officers as judges of Kerala High Court

The Supreme Court Collegium recommended the appointment of four judicial officers as judges of Kerala High Court.

Calcutta High Court sets aside prohibitory orders, allows junior doctors to stage protest near 'Durga Puja Carnival'

The Calcutta High Court in the case Joint Platform of Doctors & Ors. Vs. State of West Bengal & Ors observed and has set aside prohibitory orders which are imposed under section 163 (1) and section 163 (3) of the Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita, BNSS, 2023 by the commissioner of police, Kolkata.

SC: Plea moved challenging Rajasthan Civil Judge Cadre Exam 2024 results, seeking evaluation by independent expert committee

The Supreme Court in the case Ms Sonal Gupta And Others Vs. Registrar General Rajasthan High Court Jodhpur And Another will hear the challenge to the Rajasthan Civil Judge Cadre Exam, 2024 for alleged 'arbitrary and flawed' evaluations on October 17, 2024.

SUPREME COURT COLLEGIUM RECOMMENDS THE APPOINTMENT OF THREE ADVOCATES AS ANDHRA PRADESH HIGH COURT JUDGES

The Supreme Court Collegium Recommended the name of three Advocates for appointment as Judges of the Andhra Pradesh High Court.

Lawrence Bishnoi interview from prison row: Misconduct, negligence of police found, SIT tells Punjab and Haryana High Court

The Punjab and Haryana High Court in the case Court On Its Own Motion versus State Of Punjab And Ors observed wherein the Special Investigating Agency, SIT in an affidavit submitted that the misconduct, negligence and dereliction of duty by the concerned officers is being found.

Netaji's niece Roma Ray dies at 95

Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose's niece Roma Ray died on Wednesday at her south Kolkata residence due to old age ailments, her family said. She was 95.

1998 Brij Bihari Prasad murder case: SC rejects Munna Shukla's plea seeking time to surrender

\"In case of failure to surrender, the authorities shall take appropriate measures to arrest and detain them under law,\" the top court clarified in its October 3 order.

Ex-AAP MLA Kartar Singh challenges disqualification in HC

Former AAP MLA Kartar Singh Tanwar has challenged his disqualification from the Delhi Legislative Assembly by the Speaker to the Delhi High Court. He was disqualified on September 24 by the speaker.

ASSAM ACCORD: SC VERDICT TODAY ON PLEAS CHALLENGING SECTION 6A OF CITIZENSHIP ACT

In 1985, the Indian government and the representatives of the Assam Movement negotiated and drafted the Assam Accord and created categories of immigrants.

"'Varanasi touched my soul': US Envoy Garcetti on Ganga Aarti experience

US Ambassador to India Eric Garcetti recently visited Varanasi, exploring its ghats and temples, and witnessed the Ganga Aarti at Dashashwamedh Ghat.

Possible to generate more employment in gaming industry: Priyank Kharge

Karnataka minister Priyank Kharge highlighted the potential of increased employment in the gaming industry and long-term benefits to the economy by providing a regulatory framework to it.

First GoM meeting: No decision taken on compensation cess to states

The ten-member Group of Ministers (GoM) panel, headed by the Union Minister of State for Finance Pankaj Chaudhary, met on Wednesday on the ongoing compensation cess issue. The meeting discussed the future of cess to states under the GST regime but no decision was taken says the minister.

Global Startups Club's international expansion to begin in Dubai

Global Startups Club, one of India's largest and most active communities for early-stage founders, entrepreneurs, and investors, is expanding into international markets. With a strong commitment to supporting these startups, Global Startups Club has become a valuable resource, hosting offline networking meetups that connect founders, investors, and entrepreneurs.

Over 2.75 lakh URLs whitelisted by 10,000 entities after TRAI guidance

Whitelisting a URL is the process of adding a URL to a list of approved resources that can be accessed. Whitelisting is a cybersecurity strategy that helps to protect devices and data from threats like malware, phishing, and hackers.

India's exports up by 4.9%, trade deficit up much higher in Q1 FY25

India's exports, merchandise and services combined increased by 4.86 per cent year on year, standing at USD 393.22 for April-September 2024-25, as Commerce Ministry data showed on Wednesday.

India to become exporter of solar modules by 2029: CRISIL

India is set to become a significant player in the global solar module market by exporting solar modules to other countries by 2029, according to a report by CRISIL.

Sensex, and Nifty close in red, Nifty breaks 25,000 levels

The benchmark equity indices closed with a lower note on Wednesday after facing selling pressure in the market.

RS 50,000 FINE FOR DUST POLLUTION AT CONSTRUCTION SITES AMID POOR AIR QUALITY

With air quality dropping to \"poor\" levels in the city, the New Delhi Municipal Corporation (NDMC) carried out inspections at construction sites, issuing challans of Rs 50,000 for each violation of dust mitigation measures. Due to sustained poor Air Quality Index (AQI) for the past few days in Delhi, the Graded Response Action Plan (GRAP) Stage 1 was implemented on Tuesday.

HC denies interim relief to former Ebix CEO Robin Raina

The Delhi High Court has declined interim relief to Robin Raina, the former CEO of Ebix, Inc who has in his petition claimed entitlement to 50 per cent share-holding in Eraaya Lifespaces Ltd.

Two injured in firing in outer Delhi, efforts on to nab accused

A 19-year-old youth and his elder cousin were injured in a firing in outer Delhi's Bhalswa Dairy area, police said on Wednesday, adding that efforts are on to arrest three persons in connection with the case.

SC directs LG to file affidavit on tree cutting in Delhi Ridge area

The Supreme Court on Wednesday directed the Lieutenant Governor (LG) V K Saxena, who also holds the office of the Delhi Development Authority (DDA) chairperson, to file his personal affidavit by October 22 on issues concerning alleged felling of trees in the Delhi Ridge area.

No DDA approval needed for power in unauthorized colonies'

Delhi Chief Minister Ati-shi on Wednesday said 'no objection certificates' from the DDA will not be required for getting power connections and installing metres in 1,731 unauthorised colonies of the city.

HC asks BCI stand on attendance norms in law courses

The Delhi High Court has asked the Bar Council of India (BCI) to convene a virtual meeting of its legal education committee to finalise its stand on the requirement of attendance in law courses.

Delhi Police registers FIR, begins probe in 8 hoax threats to flights

The Delhi Police has registered an FIR in connection with bomb threats to several domestic and international flights in the last two days and launched a probe into the matter, official sources said on Wednesday.

AAP KICKS OFF 'JAN SAMPARK' CAMPAIGN, KEJRIWAL APPEALS TO RE-ELECT HIM AS CM

As part of the 'Jan Sampark' campaign, workers will reach out to Delhiites with a letter from Kejriwal telling people the \"truth\" behind his arrest in corruption cases.

Gold soars to new record high of Rs 78,900 per 10g in Delhi market

Gold prices touched a new all-time high of Rs 78,900 per 10 grams in the national capital on Wednesday, gaining Rs 250 due to sustained buying by jewellers, according to the All India Sarafa Association.The precious metal had closed at Rs 78,650 per 10 grams in the previous session on Tuesday.

Court sends gangster Deepak Boxer to 2-day police custody

A court here on Wednesday sent alleged gangster Deepak Boxer to police custody for two days in a case connected to a firing incident outside a sweet shop in Nangloi in west Delhi last month.