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Bank frauds increased to 18,461, amount involved spikes 8x in H1FY25: RBI

In the first half of the current fiscal, the number of bank frauds witnessed a significant on-year increase to 18,461 cases.

Azerbaijan Mourns Air Crash Victims Amid Probe

The crash, near the city of Aktau in Kazakhstan, killed 38 people and left all 29 survivors injured

South Korean opposition submits motion to impeach the country's acting president as strife deepens

South Korea's main opposition party submitted a motion on Thursday to impeach the country's acting leader over his reluctance to fill three Constitutional Court vacancies ahead of the court's review of rebellion charges against impeached President Yoon Suk Yeol stemming from his short-lived martial law decree on 3 December.

Indonesia's Aceh marks 20th anniversary of 2004 tsunami

Residents of Indonesia's Aceh province in the northern tip of Sumatra Island paid tribute on Thursday to relatives, family members, and friends who lost their lives during the tsunami on 26 December, 2004.

Debating the 'Dalit' word

On December 19, 2023, veteran Nepalese communist leader and upper-house parliamentarian Bamdev Gautam caused quite a stir in the Dalit community by suggesting that the word 'Dalit' must be removed from official documents, including the constitution and the law.

Informal Sector Can Be Made Competitive

The informal sector comprises a sizable percentage of the workforce, especially in developing countries.

Popcorn Paradox

India’s Goods and Services Tax, introduced with the promise of simplifying the tax structure, has once again come under scrutiny.

Legal Transformation - Anchoring the Diamond Strategy

His Majesty's Royal Address on the 117th National Day unveiled a visionary \"Diamond Strategy,\" centred on the establishment of the Gelephu Mindfulness City (GMC) as a Special Administrative Region.

Inflation's Reckoning

The year 2024 will be remembered as a period of extraordinary global transformation.

Power of No

Experience tells us that there is a deep chasm between the promises of the new capitalism and the reality of social breakdown. Indigenous scholars have exposed the ugly face and uglier logic of brute capitalism. Footloose capitalism first puts a price on both natural resources and products, then commodifies, then securitises and then profits from speculative financial game

Modi Govt Seeking To Control Constitutional Institutions: Cong President Kharge At CWC

Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge on Thursday slammed Prime Minister Narendra Modi for \"defending\" Union Home Minister Amit Shah over the Ambedkar controversy and accused his government of making all attempts to control Constitutional institutions.

Our democracy's greatness is rooted in the fundamental principle of national unity

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday said the magnitude of India's democracy embodies the teachings of the Gurus, the sacrifice of the Sahibzadas, and the mantra of national unity.

India Partners AAP, INC On Collision Course

AAP accuses Congress of colluding with BJP for Delhi polls, demands action against Ajay Maken

BJP Accuses K'taka Congress Of Tweeting A Distorted Map Of India

The BJP on Thursday accused the Karnataka Congress of tweeting a distorted map of India, excluding Aksai Chin and Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (PoK), as part of the grand old party's Working Committee event in Belagavi.

Legendary writer-filmmaker MT Vasudevan Nair passes away at 91

His works drew inspiration from the agrarian life along the banks of the river Nila

Sexual assault of student at Anna University campus triggers outrage; Opposition corners DMK govt

The sexual assault on a girl student at the prestigious state-run Anna University in the heart of Chennai, on the night before Christmas eve, has sent shockwaves across the state.

Naveen Patnaik questions credibility of EVMS

The BJD joined the list of Opposition parties who distrust the functioning of the EVM with its president and former Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik expressing serious concerns over discrepancies in voting and counting figures, suggesting these irregularities contributed to his party's defeat in the 2024 elections.

Chh'garh HC allows abortion for pregnant rape survivor

Chhattisgarh High Court held a rare winter vacation hearing to address the plea of a young rape survivor seeking a medical termination of her pregnancy.

2024: Amidst controversies surrounding former CJI Chandrachud, SC batted for the rule of law, personal liberty and transparency

Amidst controversies surrounding the former Chief Justice D.Y. Chandrachud arising from his public statements particularly relating to seeking divine guidance for writing the Ayodhya judgment, handling of the politically sensitive cases, Prime Minister Narendra Modi attending the Ganpati poojan at his residence and its video going viral, and so on, the Supreme Court by and large continued its march upholding the rule of law and transparency in the actions of the government both at the Centre and in the States.

Visionary leader who steered the transformation of India's economy

Former Prime Minister Dr Manmohan Singh, who passed away on Thursday, was an acclaimed thinker, economist and scholar who ushered in a comprehensive policy of economic reforms and steered the country for 10 years as the head of Congress-led UPA government during which India witnessed a high growth rate, averaging at 7.7 per cent to become a nearly two trillion-dollar economy.

Maha Dy CM Shinde Meets Modi, Shah, Others in Delhi

Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister and Shiv Sena chief Eknath Shinde met Prime Minister Narendra Modi in Delhi on Thursday for an hour, sources said.

Maharashtra CM Fadnavis Credits PM Modi and Gadkari for Poll Victory

'Whatever I am is because of the BJP, Devendra Fadnavis does not exist without the BJP... This party is everything to me'

PM to lead historic E-Distribution of 58 Lakh SVAMITVA property cards on Friday

Prime Minister Narendra Modi will preside over the e-Distribution of SVAMITVA Property Cards on Friday via video conferencing, marking a monumental milestone in India's rural empowerment and governance journey.

₹44,605 Crore Ken-Betwa Link Project Set to Transform Bundelkhand Region

Renowned for its valour and rich cultural heritage, the Bundelkhand region of Uttar Pradesh is on the cusp of a significant transformation, driven by a series of ambitious projects including the much-talked about Ken-Betwa Link Project, which stands out as a significant initiative.

Manipur Chief Minister to police families: Avoid politics

Prefabricated shelters being set up for families displaced by violence, says Biren Singh

JPC Holds Meeting With Representatives Of Karnataka, Rajasthan, MP Govt On Waqf Bill In Delhi

The Joint Parliamentary Committee (JPC) on the Waqf (Amendment) Bill, 2024 held a meeting here on Thursday to record oral evidence from state representatives as part of its deliberations on the proposed legislation.

Manmohan Singh passes away

The two-time Prime Minister and architect of India's economic reforms had been in poor health for the past few months

Starc About To Become 4th Aussie To Achieve Massive Milestone

As Team India takes on Australia during the fourth Test of the series at the Boxing Day Test, they would have to be cautious against lethal left-arm pacer Mitchell Starc, who is not only in a fantastic form in the series but is also approaching a big milestone.

Ponting optimistic about uncapped Australia opener

Former Australia skipper Ricky Ponting believes 19-year-old rookie opener Sam Konstas has what it takes to make a mark in the remaining Border-Gavaskar trophy Tests against India.

Bumrah equals Ashwin's India record after Brisbane exploits

India's pace spearhead Jasprit Bumrah has achieved the joint-highest rating ever by an Indian player, equalling the record rating points held by recently-retired spinner Ravichandran Ashwin, and the 31-year-old has the chance of going one better during the upcoming Melbourne Test.