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Maternal deaths: Ashoka demands Rao's resignation, judicial probe

Leader of Opposition in the Legislative Assembly R Ashoka on Thursday demanded that Dinesh Gundu Rao resign as health minister and a judicial probe be ordered into the increasing number of maternal deaths in the state.

Finally, an independent civic body for Dharwad

For the people of Dharwad city, it is a dream come true as their years of struggle finally bore fruit on Thursday

Implement RTE in full, allocate bigger budget, fill teacher vacancies, experts advise govt

As the new year begins, the problems that continue to hinder Karnataka's education system show no sign of easing.

Leopard Gives Sleepless Nights to Gunjal Villagers

Residents of Lakshmeshwar town and surrounding villages are gripped by fear after a farmer spotted a leopard in a field near Gunjal, which is very close to the town.

It's official: Hampi Utsav from February 28 to March 2

IT'S official. The three-day Hampi Utsav 2025 will be held from February 28 to March 2.

Work not over yet, Waqf JPC could miss Budget session deadline as well

The Joint Parliamentary Committee (JPC) examining the Waqf Amendment Bill may miss the next deadline of the Budget session of Parliament, scheduled to begin on January 30, according to sources.

Manu, Gukesh among 4 Khel Ratna awardees

THIS being an Olympic year, there were exceptions to the number of Dhyan Chand Khel Ratna awardees and also the Arjuna Awards list.

15% Bus Fare Hike in K'taka From Jan 5

FROM January 5, fares of state-owned KSRTC, BMTC, NERTC and NWRTC buses will be increased by 15%.

Woman kills husband for bid to rape daughter, held

POLICE have arrested a woman for allegedly murdering her husband who attempted to rape their daughter at Umarani near Chikkodi on Wednesday night.

India's New Winter Wonderlands

These five destinations are redefining winter in India, offering snow-dusted views and frosty charm that were once considered exclusive to Himalayan regions...

Indian boxing in the shadows, former pros seek system overhaul for revival

NO sport had seen such a slump like boxing this year. The sport that is among the well-funded and supported by the sports ministry and Sports Authority of India through various schemes had the worst possible year that culminated in zero medals at the Paris Olympics.

Bumrah overload biggest concern

That, in essence, has been the summary of India's tour so far. In a series that from the outside looks very competitive with the scoreline reading 2-1 going into the fifth and final Test in the hot Sydney weekend, Bumrah has made a world of difference.

New Year celebrations in Sydney surreal experience

Sydney Opera House and Harbour, fabled lands on festive days, transform into a dreamland on December 31, with fireworks painting the sky in vibrant colors.

Djokovic-Kyrgios lose, wildcard stuns Navarro

AUSTRALIAN wildcard Kimberly Birrell stunned second seed Emma Navarro on Wednesday while the doubles act of Novak Djokovic and Nick Kyrgios came to a shuddering halt at the Brisbane International.

Vaishali bags bronze in World Blitz Championship

INDIA'S R Vaishali clinched a bronze in the women's section of the World Blitz Championship, capping another strong performance by the country's chess players after stalwart Koneru Humpy's title-winning show in the rapid event here.

GST collection growth slows down in December to 7.3%

The growth in monthly GST collection slowed down further in December, with gross revenue during the month registering a growth of 7.3% to Rs 1.77 lakh crore.

Ola Electric's Market Share Falls, Bajaj on Top

OLA ELECTRIC'S market share in the electric two-wheeler space declined below the 20% mark in December 2024 and it has conceded its leadership position to Bajaj Auto.

Market kicks off 2025 with decent gains

DOMESTIC equity markets kicked off calendar year 2024 on a positive note as the benchmark indices - BSE Sensex and NSE Nifty - ended higher on Wednesday (January 1).

OMCs Slash Price of ATF, Commercial LPG Cylinder

STATE-owned oil marketing companies (OMCs) have reduced the price of aviation turbine fuel (ATF) by 1.5% and also lowered the cost of commercial LPG used in hotels and restaurants by ₹14.5 per 19-kg cylinder.

Car sales slow to multi-yr low in CY24

Passenger vehicle sales grew by just 4.5%-4.7% to slightly over 4.3 million units in CY2024

Air India rolls out in-flight Wi-Fi connectivity

AIR INDIA has rolled out Wi-Fi internet connectivity services on board domestic and international flights operated by Airbus A350, Boeing 787-9 and select Airbus A321neo aircraft.

New Year '25: Food delivery platforms see record no. of orders; biryani tops

FROM biryani to cakes and pizza, New Year Eve witnessed record-breaking orders for top quick commerce platforms.

Telecom ARPU rises 15.31% in Jun-Sept quarter, Airtel leads with ₹233 per user

AVERAGE revenue per user (ARPU) of telecom service providers has seen substantial increase of 15.31% year-on-year in June-September quarter of the financial year 2024-25.

B'desh CEC says Awami League can contest polls

BANGLADESH's Chief Election Commissioner AMM Nasir Uddin said that ousted prime minister Sheikh Hasina's Awami League may participate in elections unless the government or the judiciary issues a ban against the party.

Pope Doubles Down on Abortion in NY Day's Message

POPE Francis ushered in the New Year with a renewed appeal for the faithful to reject abortion, calling for a \"firm commitment\" to protect and respect life from conception to natural death.

US terror probe on as man rams truck into crowd, kills 10

A driver rammed a vehicle into a crowd of New Orleans revelers early on New Year's Day, killing 10 people and injuring 35 others in what the FBI is investigating as an act of terrorism.

Both sides harden stance on hostage talks amid Trump's fresh warning

US President-elect Donald Trump reiterated on Tuesday night his warning to Hamas to release the hostages it is holding in Gaza, The Times of Israel reported.

Ukraine shuts Russian gas supply to EU through its pipeline network

Moldova will be hardest-hit by the move as harsh winter sets in

Students protest in Serbia against govt

INSTEAD of the traditional boisterous street partying on New Year's Eve, tens of thousands of protesters led by university students gathered overnight in Belgrade and other Serbian cities to demand political reforms and justice in the Balkan country.

HP institute to be renamed after Dr Singh

HIMACHAL Pradesh Institute of Public Administration (HIPA) will be renamed after former Prime Minister Dr Manmohan Singh, Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu said while presiding over the 50th anniversary celebrations of the HIPA in Shimla on Wednesday.