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TB deaths reduced by 21.4 per cent

The incidence of TB in India has shown a 17.7 per cent decline from 237 per 100,000 population in 2015 to 195 per 100,000 population in 2023 while the TB deaths have reduced by 21.4 per cent from 28 per lakh population in 2015 to 22 per lakh population in 2023.

Gang leader in Haiti is accused of massacring older people to avenge hisson’s death

A gang leader who controls a key port in Haiti's capital is accused of massacring older people and Vodou religious leaders in his community to avenge his son's death, according to the government and human rights organisations that estimate more than 100 were killed.

Optimistic

SIR, Apropos your editorial \"UN must act\" published today, it is overly optimistic to assume that the UN will act decisively on any issue, let alone matters in Bangladesh.

Energy Redefined

The promise of \"energy dominance\" has once again taken centre stage in the energy discourse.

State to get two new private universities

The state Assembly today passed two Private University Bills, Rabindranath Tagore University Bill 2024 and Ramakrishna Paramhansa University Bill 2024.

Government’s duty to provide water, electricity to Rohingya settlers in J&K: Faroog Abdullah

A day after the BJP termed the settlement of illegal immiRohingyas and grant Bangladeshis in Jammu a political conspiracy, National Conference President Dr. Farooq Abdullah on Tuesday said it is the responsibility of the Jammu and Kashmir government to provide basic amenities like water and electricity to these refugees residing in the region.

Harbhajan backs Kohli to return stronger after Adelaide flop show

Former India off-spinner Harbhajan Singh has backed Virat Kohli to bounce back strongly in the third Test after the prolific right-hander's twin failures in the Pink ball Test.

Tim Paine in awe of Travis Head's sizzling form against India during Adelaide Test

Former cricketer Tim Paine heaped praise on Australia batter Travis Head following his blitzkrieg knock against India in the Adelaide Test of the ongoing Border-Gavaskar Trophy, as reported by Fox Cricket.

A look at Virat Kohli's legacy as Test captain, a decade after Adelaide 2014

On this day back in 2014, star India batter Virat Kohli took to the field as the Test captain for the first time ever during the Border-Gavaskar Trophy against Australia, marking a start of perhaps the country's golden period in Test cricket, which witnessed plenty of records broken, on-field confrontations and aggression and the long-format cricket at its very best, which marked a massive paradigm shift in the way India played its cricket in white clothing.

Team India gear up for Brisbane Test with intense net session

With the Border Gavaskar Trophy locked at 1-1, India aim to recover from Adelaide Test defeat

Premier League: West Ham beat Wolves to end poor run

West Ham United beat Wolverhampton Wanderers 2-1 at the London Stadium to end their winless run and ease the pressure on head coach Julen Lopetegui.

Champions League: Goal fest on the cards as Dortmund take on Barcelona

Former European champions face German giants as battle for direct qualification spots heats up

PM Modi pays tribute to martyrs of Assam agitation

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday paid tribute to martyrs of the Assam agitation.

Thousands rally in Imphal demanding repeal of AFSPA on Human Rights Day

In a demonstration of unity and defiance, thousands of people gathered at THAU Ground in Imphal on International Human Rights Day to demand the repeal of the Armed Forces (Special Powers) Act (AFSPA), a law criticised for its sweeping powers and alleged human rights violations.

Four Awami League leaders arrested in Kolkata by Meghalaya Police on charges of illegal entry and robbery

Meghalaya police have taken into custody four Awami League leaders on charges of illegal entry and robbery from New Town, Kolkata.

Assam CM raises alarm on Hindu persecution in Bangladesh

Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma expressed grave concern over the persecution of Hindus in Bangladesh, urging heightened awareness about the perils of religious fundamentalism.

Govt committed to civic, political rights for all: Murmu

India has long upheld values of empathy, compassion & the interconnectedness of individuals, she said

India committed to strengthening defence ties with Russia: Rajnath

Union Defence Minister Rajnath Singh held the 21st meeting of the India-Russia Inter-Governmental Commission with his Russian counterpart, Andrey Belousov, during which he discussed ways to deepen cooperation and reaffirmed India's commitment to strengthening close contacts with Russia.

Adapt to the changing times or fall behind: UP CM Yogi tells youth in Gorakhpur

Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath Tuesday highlighted the importance of adapting to the changing times, stating that the cycle of time moves continuously without waiting for anyone.

Equity mutual funds drop 14 pc, witness inflow of ₹35,943 cr in November

Equity mutual funds witnessed an inflow of Rs 35,943 crore in November, marking a drop of 14% on a month-on-month basis, as per the data from the Association of Mutual Funds in India (AMFI) released on Tuesday.

Only 3 pc India's population invests in mutual funds, indicates underpenetration: Motilal

India's capital market has surged significantly over the past four years as the number of demat accounts in the country has surged more than fourfold, reaching 17.9 crore (179 million) by October 2024, says a report by Motilal Oswal.

73,151 startups in India now have at least one woman Director: Centre

Nearly 73,151 startups in India now have at least one woman Director -- nearly half of the 1,52,139 startups supported by the government, thus showcasing the crucial role women play in driving innovation and economic growth, a government statement said on Tuesday.

40 pc of corporates aiming to increase staffing levels between Jan-Mar: Report

Over the next three months, 40% of corporates aiming to increase their staffing levels reporting the strongest employment outlook for the January-March period next year, a recent survey said.

Shaktikanta Das thanks PM, Finance Minister for his tenure as RBI chief

On his final day at the office, Reserve Bank of India (RBI) Governor Shaktikanta Das on Tuesday extended his gratitude to Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman, and also remembered Former Finance Minister, Late Arun Jaitley in his farewell message.

Centre's industrial corridor projects giving big push to manufacturing: Minister

India's industrial development is getting a big push with work in full swing on projects under the National Industrial Corridor Development Programme (NICDP) aimed at the development of greenfield industrial areas in the country which can compete with the best manufacturing and investment destinations in the world,

Benchmark Indices end on flat note

Mid and smallcap segments of the market outperformed the benchmarks

Indian economy set for 'resilient growth' in 2025, says S&P Global

Indian economy is set for \"resilient growth\" in 2025 and projected inflation pressure to recede which will lead to \"modest\" easing of the monetary policy by the RBI, S&P Global Ratings said on Tuesday.

Evacuation of Philippine villages underway after a brief but major volcanic eruption

About 87,000 people were being evacuated in a central Philippine region Tuesday, a day after a volcano briefly erupted with a towering ash plume and superhot streams of gas and debris hurtling down its western slopes.

Russian authorities arrest dual Russian German citizen on sabotage accusations

Russia's top domestic security agency said Tuesday that it has arrested a dual Russian German citizen accused of planning to blow up railway tracks on orders from Ukrainian intelligence.

Netanyahu vows to challenge 'absurd' corruption charges

Israeli PM takes the stand in his trial, calls himself a dedicated leader & a defender of Israel's interests