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Top court quashes plea to reclaim land gifted 70 years ago

In a case that brought to life several forgotten aspects of the country's legal and sociopolitical history, the Supreme Court on Wednesday quashed a claim to take back a piece of land gifted 70 years ago on grounds of non-compliance with an unusual condition: lifelong, unpaid service.

Modi inaugurates 167 key infra projects ahead of Maha Kumbh

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday termed the Maha Kumbh 2025 a \"mahayagya of unity\" which would take the country's cultural and spiritual identity to new heights.

Engage with farmers, ensure Dallewal's well-being, directs SC

NEW DELHI: The Supreme Court on Friday directed a court-appointed high-powered panel to engage with protesting farmers to persuade them to temporarily suspend their agitation or relocate it from highways along the Punjab-Haryana border, while ensuring that the well-being of farmer leader Jagjit Singh Dallewal, whose fast-unto-death entered its 18th day, remains a top priority.

Thalassemia patients reel under drug shortage in Delhi

WHILE PATIENTS LOOK FOR VIALS OF DEFEROXAMINE, HOSPITALS INSIST THEY HAVE ORAL IRON CHELATORS IN STOCK AND ARE PROVIDING THEM TO PATIENTS

NBCC appointed to complete 16 delayed Supertech projects

NOIDA: The National Company Law Appellate Tribunal (NCLAT) on Thursday appointed state-owned NBCC (India) Ltd to take over and complete 16 delayed housing projects of Supertech Ltd, bringing long-awaited relief to over 42,000 homebuyers who have been awaiting their homes for years.

STATE RECORDS RISE IN VOTER GENDER RATIO; CHITTORGARH TOPS THE CHART

Rajasthan has made significant strides in promoting women's participation in democracy by achieving a remarkable seven-point increase in the male-female voter gender ratio within just a few months.

RAJ HIGH COURT CLEARS PATH FOR DEVELOPMENT WITH MASTER PLAN FOR MT ABU

PETITIONERS HAD MOVED THE HIGH COURT SEEKING RELIEF AFTER CONSTRUCTION PERMISSIONS WERE REPEATEDLY DENIED, CITING DELAYS

Farmers' welfare key to dream of a developed Raj: CM

JAIPUR: Chief minister Bhajan Lal Sharma on Friday emphasised the vital role of farmers in shaping the future of Rajasthan.

GVCR facing threats from invasive plants, mining, shows study

JODHPUR: A recent study has highlighted the rich biodiversity of the Guda Vishnoiyan Conservation Reserve (GVCR) in Jodhpur, while also drawing attention to the critical threats facing its ecosystem.

Untreated sewage affecting water quality of Luni river: RSPCB report

BARMER: The once-vital Luni River, flowing through the industrial hubs of Pali, Jodhpur, and Balotra in Rajasthan, is now a grim testament to unchecked industrial pollution.

Govt drafts new policy banning construction activities in hills

JAIPUR: After the Rajasthan high court banned rampant construction in the Aravallis, the state government has prepared a new Hill policy which proposes stricter monitoring and a ban on construction activity on some hills.

SC DIRECTS PANEL TO ENGAGE WITH FARMERS, RESOLVE THEIR CONCERNS

NEW DELHI: The Supreme Court on Friday directed a court-appointed high-powered panel to engage with protesting farmers to persuade them to temporarily suspend their agitation or relocate it from highways along the Punjab-Haryana border, while ensuring that the well-being of farmer leader Jagjit Singh Dallewal, whose fast-unto-death entered its 18th day, remains a top priority.

As 2024 draws to a close, actor Sharvari reflects on her breakthrough year and talks about her upcoming projects

Sharvari has had a successful year as an actor, and she couldn't be any more \"grateful.\" Not only did Munjya fetch her the box-office numbers, but Vedaa and Maharaj also got her critics' nod for her acting chops.

Akshay Kumar suffers an eye injury on the sets of Housefull 5

Actor Akshay Kumar, who is currently shooting for Housefull 5 in Mumbai, suffered from a mishap while performing a stunt for the film. Now, we have exclusively learnt that the actor has been hurt in the eye.

Resilient Baroda face explosive Mumbai

Baroda walked through a wall of fire in the group stage to qualify for the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy knockouts, and that grit will be their primary weapon against an explosive Mumbai in their semifinal contest here on Friday.

Juve deepen City crisis, Barca enter knockout rounds

PARIS: Manchester City's crisis continued with a 2-0 defeat away to Juventus in the Champions League on Wednesday, while Pep Guardiola's old club Barcelona beat Borussia Dortmund to clinch a spot in the knockout stage of Europe's elite club competition.

How data analytics can help India get back on track versus Australia

Head inflicted pain on the visitors in the 2nd Test; numbers show the short ball on a channel could stop the left-hander

'Traditional' fare in prospect on Gabba green top

BRISBANE: After the defeat at the Adelaide Oval, the Indian team won't mind making its way to the Gabba because as soon as they step foot on the ground, pleasant memories of their last trip here when they had become the first side to beat the hosts at the venue since 1988 will come rushing to them.

Vishal Mega Mart's $944 million IPO fully sold on second day

Vishal Mega Mart Ltd.'s $944 million initial public offering was fully sold on the second day of the sale, driven by strong demand from high-networth and retail investors.

Industrial output at 3-month high of 3.5% in Oct

India's industrial output rose to a three-month high of 3.5% year-on-year in October, helped by a pickup in consumer durables and garment manufacturing during the festival season, government data showed on Thursday.

It's newbies versus biggies in quick drug delivery space

NEW DELHI: As Flipkart and Swiggy prepare to add medicines to their quick-delivery portfolios, relatively unknown entities such as Medino's, Medstown, and Plazza have started 30-minute services in smaller cities and are looking to raise funds to expand and take on the giants.

Auto component industry grows 11% to ₹3.32 lakh cr in H1 FY25

NEW DELHI: The automotive components industry grew 11% year-on-year to ₹3.32 lakh crore in the first half of the current fiscal, industry body Acma said on Thursday.

ROSNEFT, RELIANCE AGREE BIGGEST EVER INDIA-RUSSIA OIL SUPPLY DEAL

Russia's state oil firm Rosneft has agreed to supply nearly 500,000 barrels per day (bpd) of crude to Indian private refiner Reliance in the biggest ever energy deal between the two countries, three sources familiar with the deal said.

India needs $2.2 tn infra funds to be $7 tn economy by '30: Report

NEW DELHI: India will require an investment of $2.2 trillion for infrastructure development to become a $7 trillion economy by 2030, Knight Frank India said on Thursday, while stressing the need for radical measures to encourage private participation in this area.

India, EU eye mutually beneficial FTA: Goyal

NEW DELHI: India and the European Union (EU) are working towards a balanced, ambitious, comprehensive and mutually beneficial free trade agreement (FTA), said the ministry of commerce and industry in a statement on Thursday.

BLUESTONE FILES FOR INDIA IPO, TO SELL NEW SHARES WORTH $118 MN

India's Bluestone Jewellery and Lifestyle filed for an initial public offering on Thursday, aiming to cash in on a booming IPO market in a country that is also the world's second-biggest gold consumer.

November retail inflation eases on easing food price

NEW DELHI: India's retail inflation eased in November as soaring vegetable prices moderated, boosting expectations of an interest rate cut by the central bank at its next policy review amid concerns around slowing growth.

Govt may raise green bond target by 25% for FY26

The govt plans to use this fund to boost climate-friendly projects' financing

BRAZIL PREZ LULA TO UNDERGO NEW PROCEDURE AFTER 1ST BRAIN SURGERY

Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva underwent a new procedure on Thursday, following up on an unplanned surgery earlier this week for a brain bleed, doctors said.

S Korea's Opposition files 2nd motion to impeach prez Yoon

The opposition requires at least eight ruling party votes to pass the motion and seven members have hinted at backing Yoon impeachment