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February 21, 2025

Jind erupts in joy as 'Haryana's Daughter' becomes Delhi CM

Second leader with Haryana roots to lead Delhi

2 mins

First Cabinet Meet Approves Ayushman Bharat

Health cover will get Rs 5 lakh top-up | New govt will present 14 pending CAG reports in first sitting of Assembly

2 mins

Haryana launches witness protection scheme

In a major step toward implementing the three new Criminal Laws by launching the Haryana Witness Protection Scheme, 2025, with a focus to ensure the safety and security of witnesses, particularly in cases involving serious crimes.

1 min

'Trying to get somebody else elected': Trump on India funding

US President Donald Trump has once again questioned the Biden administration's decision to allocate USD 21 million to India for \"voter turnout\", guessing that they were trying to \"get somebody else elected\".

'Trying to get somebody else elected': Trump on India funding

1 min

Rahul: 'Wanted Mayawati with us'

Leader of Opposition in Lok Sabha, Rahul Gandhi on Thursday indicated that if Bahujan Samaj Party chief Mayawati had fought the recent parliamentary elections with the Congress, they would have won.

1 min

UP Budget Focuses on AI, Social Welfare

Uttar Pradesh Finance Minister Suresh Kumar Khanna presented the state's Rs8,08,736 crore budget for the Financial Year 2025-26 on Thursday, marking a 9.8 per cent increase from the previous fiscal.

1 min

Special NCD screening drive for all aged 30 and above launched

In view of the escalating burden of Non-Communicable Diseases (NCDs) in the country, the Ministry of Health & Family Welfare has launched an Intensified Special NCD Screening Campaign today.

1 min

SC Stays Lokpal's Order on Jurisdiction Over High Court Judges

The Supreme Court on Thursday put a stay on the order of Lokpal which held that it has jurisdiction to probe complaints against High Court judges.

1 min

Haryana Congress expels seven leaders for 'anti-party activities'

The seven leaders have been suspended for six years in consultation with the state in-charge BK Hariprasad

1 min

Budget lacks vision, has no link with BJP's manifesto: Akhilesh

Samajwadi Party (SP) president Akhilesh Yadav on Thursday strongly criticized the Uttar Pradesh Budget, accusing the BJP government of failing to deliver on its manifesto commitments despite presenting nine state budgets.

1 min

Wanted 'Behenji' to Fight Polls With Us: Rahul; Mayawati Retorts With 'Casteist Attitude' Jibe

We wanted Behenji to fight elections along with us against the BJP... However, for some reason, Mayawati Ji isn't contesting, which disappoints us greatly. - Rahul Gandhi

Wanted 'Behenji' to Fight Polls With Us: Rahul; Mayawati Retorts With 'Casteist Attitude' Jibe

2 mins

Two Indias being created: Rahul slams BJP-led Centre's policies

\"Today, those who were in power are attacking this (Constitution). It is the duty of political parties to protect the Constitution. The media's role is also to protect the Constitution,\" he further stated.

Two Indias being created: Rahul slams BJP-led Centre's policies

2 mins

UP Budget 2025-26: Yogi's focus on AI, infrastructure, social welfare

Uttar Pradesh Finance Minister Suresh Kumar Khanna presented the state's Rs8,08,736 crore budget for the Financial Year 2025-26 on Thursday, marking a 9.8 per cent increase from the previous fiscal.

UP Budget 2025-26: Yogi's focus on AI, infrastructure, social welfare

1 min

Bengal BJP demands expunging of Mamata's 'Mrityu Kumbh' remark

The controversy regarding West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee's \"Mrityu Kumbh\" remark continued to swirl in political circles with a BJP delegation meeting Governor C.V. Ananda Bose to demand that the comment be expunged from the records of the State Assembly.

Bengal BJP demands expunging of Mamata's 'Mrityu Kumbh' remark

2 mins

CM Keeps Finance Portfolio With Self

Delhi and CAG reports will be tabled soon.

1 min

Allies Hail PM Modi After NDA Chief Ministers' Meet in Delhi

Prime Minister Narendra Modi chaired a meeting on Thursday of the Chief Ministers of the National Democratic Alliance-ruled states in New Delhi.

Allies Hail PM Modi After NDA Chief Ministers' Meet in Delhi

1 min

Three of family killed by electric shock in Telangana

Three members of the same family lost their lives in the wake of an electric short circuit in Pegadapally under the Bodhan police station limits of Nizamabad district on Thursday, the Inspector of Bobhan police station said.

1 min

Maha Minister Kokate Sentenced to Two Years in Jail in Forgery Case

Nashik District Court on Thursday sentenced Maharashtra Agriculture Minister Manikrao Kokate and his brother Sunil Kotake to two years of imprisonment and imposed a fine of Rs 50,000 each in a forgery case.

1 min

Naidu Urges Centre to Remove Procurement Restrictions on Andhra's Chilli Farmers

Virtual Meeting with Chouhan to Discuss the Implementation and Progress of Agriculture and Rural Development Schemes

1 min

Cong pushed Telangana into dire state: KTR

KTR described BRS as \"a child born out of history for the liberation of Telangana\" and termed its 25-year journey a significant chapter in the state's socio-political evolution. He reiterated that the party, under the leadership of K Chandrashekar Rao, would continue to safeguard Telangana's interests.

Cong pushed Telangana into dire state: KTR

1 min

Telangana Police Cracks Down on Illegal Sand Mining

The Telangana police cracked down on illegal sand mining and transportation in the state.

Telangana Police Cracks Down on Illegal Sand Mining

1 min

Tamil Nadu Linguistic Minorities Forum Urges CM Stalin to Implement NEP

The Linguistic Minorities Forum of Tamil Nadu (LIMFOT) on Wednesday wrote to Chief Minister M.K. Stalin to implement the National Educational Policy (NEP 2020) and pave the way for the three-language formula in school education in the State.

Tamil Nadu Linguistic Minorities Forum Urges CM Stalin to Implement NEP

1 min

UGC Regulations Threaten Autonomy of Universities, Undermine Federal Values

Kerala Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan on Thursday inaugurated the National Convention on the Draft University Grants Commission (UGC) Regulations of 2025 to deliberate on the implications of the proposed provisions.

UGC Regulations Threaten Autonomy of Universities, Undermine Federal Values

1 min

Plethora of challenges await new govt

The BJP which returned to power in Delhi after 26 years with a decisive mandate has its task cut out: it will have to fulfil key election promises, continue welfare schemes of the previous government, fix the city's pollution and infrastructure issues, and deliver on cleaning the Yamuna.

2 mins

Not a single day to be wasted in realising 'Viksit Delhi' mission: CM Rekha

The new chief minister of Delhi, Rekha Gupta, took charge of office on Thursday and asserted that not a single day will be wasted in realising the \"Viksit Delhi\" mission.

Not a single day to be wasted in realising 'Viksit Delhi' mission: CM Rekha

1 min

Ministers in Rekha cabinet who are set out to chart a new course for Delhi

BJP MLA Parvesh Verma has been appointed in charge of multiple key departments, including the Public Works Department (PWD), Legislative Affairs, Irrigation and Flood Control (I&FC), Water, and Gurdwara elections.

Ministers in Rekha cabinet who are set out to chart a new course for Delhi

3 mins

MCD Truck Hits Motorcycle, Kills 18-Year-Old Girl, Man

An 18-year-old girl and another person were killed after an MCD truck ran over their moving motorcycle in Delhi's Govindpuri area on Thursday, police said.

1 min

Woman assaults boy over unleashed dog in Noida

In a shocking display of inhumanity, an appalling incident took place in a residential society in Greater Noida.

1 min

Atishi Urges BJP To Deliver Rs 2.5k To Women

Addressing a press conference, Atishi congratulated Gupta and her Cabinet, and said it is a matter of happiness for the women of Delhi that the city has got its fourth woman chief minister.

2 mins

HC dismisses plea against Sajjan Kumar's bail in 1984 riots case

The Delhi High Court on Thursday disposed of a plea against the bail granted to former Congress leader Sajjan Kumar in a 1984 anti-Sikh riots case after being informed he was convicted in it.

1 min

HC Denies Quashing FIR Against Maliwal for Exposing Rape Victim

The Delhi High Court has refused to quash an FIR against AAP MP Swati Maliwal for allegedly disclosing the identity of a 14-year-old rape victim who succumbed to injuries.

1 min

Court Junks Defamation Case Against Bansuri Swaraj

A Delhi court on Thursday dismissed a criminal defamation case against BJP MP Bansuri Swaraj, saying her statement was a reiteration of the information already put in the public domain by the ED.

Court Junks Defamation Case Against Bansuri Swaraj

1 min

Police Traces 5 Juveniles in 13 Hrs Using CCTV After 2 Murders

Two murders in different parts of east Delhi were reported on Thursday, but CCTV footage in both cases showed the same five suspects, all juveniles. This led to a manhunt that was completed within 13 hours, with police apprehending all five minors.

Police Traces 5 Juveniles in 13 Hrs Using CCTV After 2 Murders

1 min

'Being in WhatsApp groups doesn't imply criminality': Umar Khalid tells HC

Activist Umar Khalid on Thursday argued in the Delhi High Court that his mere presence in WhatsApp groups was not enough to attribute any criminality to him and the police equated staging protests and attending meetings with terror.

'Being in WhatsApp groups doesn't imply criminality': Umar Khalid tells HC

2 mins

Man Arrested for Alleged Murder of Wife in Gokalpuri

Delhi police solved a sensational murder case of a 27-year-old lady.

Man Arrested for Alleged Murder of Wife in Gokalpuri

1 min

Stocks Remain Under Pressure Over Tariff Uncertainties

Domestic stock markets, on Thursday, ended marginally lower on third consecutive trading session, impacted by a hit in financial stocks, as international trade tensions weighed on investor sentiment.

1 min

Age group of 25-35 taking highest insurance claims

Companies with operations in Tier 1 cities are opting for higher sum insured policies to protect employees from out-of-pocket expenses.

1 min

Defence Ministry Signs Rs 697 Cr Deal for 1,868 Fork Lift Trucks

The defence ministry has signed contracts with ACE Limited and JCB India Limited for the procurement of 1,868 Rough Terrain Fork Lift Trucks (RTFLT) for the Indian armed forces.

1 min

4K Indian Firms See Strong EBITDA Growth in Q3FY25: SBI

Indian companies showed a strong recovery in the October-December quarter (Q3FY25) after two consecutive quarters of negative EBITDA growth, says a report by the State Bank of India (SBI).

4K Indian Firms See Strong EBITDA Growth in Q3FY25: SBI

1 min

Anantha Nageswaran's tenure as CEA extended by two years

The extension of his tenure comes three weeks after the Economic Survey 2024-25 was tabled in the Parliament, which was prepared by Nageswaran and his team.

Anantha Nageswaran's tenure as CEA extended by two years

1 min

India's Economic Slowdown Cyclical, Recovery Expected With Policy Measures

Key factors like credit growth and government spending are reversing, boosting recovery.

India's Economic Slowdown Cyclical, Recovery Expected With Policy Measures

1 min

An ode to the essence of motherhood: Maa is a survivor

In every culture, in every corner of this world, Maa stands a towering, an unwavering pillar of love, sacrifice, and resilience. An echo of the divine mother resides in the heart of each being, a narrative that transcends boundaries of language and culture, weaving a story as old as time itself

An ode to the essence of motherhood: Maa is a survivor

6 mins

'CHHAAVA': A CALL TO YOUTH OF BHARAT – A TESTAMENT TO HINDU RESISTANCE AND DIVINE DESTINY

The decline of the Mughal Empire was not an accident of history but the unfolding of a grand, dharmic design—an assertion of Bharat's eternal resilience against forces that sought to erase its civilizational identity.

'CHHAAVA': A CALL TO YOUTH OF BHARAT – A TESTAMENT TO HINDU RESISTANCE AND DIVINE DESTINY

4 mins

India incomplete without northeast: Amit Shah

The Home Minister said that there was a 75 percent decline in the violence in the region while more than 2,500 armed miscreants have surrendered.

1 min

DK Shivakumar Accuses BJP-JDS of Political Conspiracy

Speaking to reporters at his Sadashivanagar residence, he said, \"I had said long back when BJP and JDS took out a padayatra from Bengaluru to Mysuru that it is a politically motivated ploy.

1 min

Bodies of 5 miners recovered from Assam coal mine

Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma wrote on X, \"Today, the dewatering of the Umrangso mines was completed to a level where retrieval operations could be launched.

1 min

Uttarakhand Budget Crosses 1 Lakh Crore, Marks 13% Increase

Budget centres on innovation, self-reliance, heritage, human resources, and inclusive development.

Uttarakhand Budget Crosses 1 Lakh Crore, Marks 13% Increase

2 mins

Ministry of Defence inks contract with BEL

The Ministry of Defence (MoD) signed a contract with Bharat Electronics Limited (BEL), Bengaluru on Thursday for the procurement of 149 Software Defined Radios for the Indian Coast Guard at a total cost of Rs 1220.12 crore under Buy (Indian-IDDM) category, the Ministry said in a release.

Ministry of Defence inks contract with BEL

1 min

NCLT Approves Amalgamation Of DLF Subsidiaries and SEZ Demerger

New Delhi: The National Company Law Tribunal, NCLT in Chandigarh has authorized the amalgamation of several DLF subsidiary companies under the Composite Scheme of Arrangement.

1 min

Punjab and Haryana High Court: ED as investigating agency is responsible to provide details for custody period in suspension of sentence plea

The Punjab and Haryana High Court in the case Subhash Bajaj @ Subhash Chander Vs Enforcement Directorate, Government of India observed and has stated that the Enforcement Directorate, ED is responsible to provide details of custody in plea filed for suspension of sentence, wherever it is investigating agency.

1 min

Supreme Court: Advocate-on-Record who files petition liable for wrong statement even if it was drafted by another

The Supreme Court in the case Jitender @ Kalla v. State (Govt.) of NCT of Delhi & Anr stated that an Advocate-on-Record, AoR cannot evade responsibility for a false statement made in a petition filed through him by claiming that it was drafted by another Advocate.

1 min

Supreme Court suo motu stays Lokpal's decision to entertain complaint against High Court judges: 'Something very disturbing'

The Supreme Court in the case In Re: Order dated January 27, 2025 passed by Lokpal of India and Ancillary Issues observed and has issued notice to the Union Government in a suo motu case initiated against a Lokpal decision which held that it can exercise jurisdiction over High Court Judges.

Supreme Court suo motu stays Lokpal's decision to entertain complaint against High Court judges: 'Something very disturbing'

2 mins

Civil Services Exam: Supreme Court seeks views of Union, UPSC on plea of persons with disabilities to have option to change scribe

The Supreme Court in the case Mission Accessibility Versus Union Of India And Anr observed and has issued notice to the Union Government and the UPSC on a writ petition filed by persons with disabilities appearing for the Civil Services Examination, 2025, CSE seeking option to change the name of scribe given in the registration form.

Civil Services Exam: Supreme Court seeks views of Union, UPSC on plea of persons with disabilities to have option to change scribe

1 min

Delhi High Court: Harbouring Terrorists Provide Them ‘Veil of Secrecy’, Creates ‘Safe Havens’ Endangering Citizens’ Security

The court in the case observed that providing food and shelter with a safe place to stay to persons associated with terrorist organisations, encourages terrorism over a long period.

Delhi High Court: Harbouring Terrorists Provide Them ‘Veil of Secrecy’, Creates ‘Safe Havens’ Endangering Citizens’ Security

2 mins

China tightens exit restrictions; Uyghurs and Tibetans face passport hurdles

The Chinese government has increasingly imposed arbitrary restrictions on people's internationally protected right to leave the country.

1 min

Nepal Foreign Minister Says KIIT Issue Resolved Diplomatically

Nepal Foreign Minister Arzu Rana Deuba stated that the issue of the death of a Nepali student while studying in KIIT (Kalinga Institute of Industrial Technology), Odisha is being resolved through diplomatic means.

1 min

Khaled bin Mohamed chairs ADNOC executive committee meeting

Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi and Chairman of the Abu Dhabi Executive Council, has chaired a meeting of the Executive Committee of the ADNOC Board of Directors.

1 min

Taiwan President Warns Universities of Risks With China

William Lai emphasized protecting democracy and academic independence, urging universities to be cautious in exchanges with China.

Taiwan President Warns Universities of Risks With China

1 min

Pakistan Govt Employees Protest Pension Reforms in Islamabad

Hundreds of government employees held protests in Pakistan's capital, Islamabad on Wednesday, calling for the withdrawal of recently introduced pension reforms that, according to them, will adversely affect their financial security.

Pakistan Govt Employees Protest Pension Reforms in Islamabad

1 min

Israel bans entry for denying October 7 massacre

As Israelis prepared to receive the bodies of four hostages, the Israeli Knesset on Wednesday passed legislation barring non-citizens from entering or residing in the country if they or their affiliated organizations deny the October 7 massacre or the Holocaust, or if they support international prosecution of Israeli security personnel.

Israel bans entry for denying October 7 massacre

1 min

Israel receives list of deceased hostages to be released, Netanyahu expresses grief

PM Netanyahu said, \"Tomorrow will be a very difficult day for the State of Israel. A wrenching day, a day of grief. We are bringing home four of our beloved hostages, deceased.\"

1 min

Thousands of Palestinian families flee West Bank amid Israel conflict

FAR'A REFUGEE CAMP, West Bank - By car and on foot, through muddy olive groves and snipers' sight lines, tens of thousands of Palestinians in recent weeks have fled Israeli military operations across the northern West Bank - the largest displacement in the occupied territory since the 1967 Mideast war.

Thousands of Palestinian families flee West Bank amid Israel conflict

1 min

Archaeologist discovers first Pharaoh's Tomb in century

It was when British archaeologist Dr Piers Litherland saw that the ceiling of the burial chamber was painted blue with yellow stars that he realised he had just discovered the first tomb of an Egyptian pharaoh to be found in more than a century.

Archaeologist discovers first Pharaoh's Tomb in century

2 mins

Australia to monitor Chinese warships off East Coast

Australia will \"watch every move\" of three Chinese warships which have been detected off the country's east coast, the defence minister has said.

2 mins

G20 Summit: Russian, Chinese Foreign Ministers Discuss Ties With US, Ukraine Conflict

Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov and his Chinese counterpart Wang Yi met on Thursday and discussed topics that included ties with the US and the Ukrainian conflict, Russian state media reported.

1 min

Ibrahim and Khushi's rom-com 'Nadaaniyan' gets release date

Directed by Shauna Gautam, the film also features Mahima Chaudhary, Suniel Shetty, Dia Mirza, Jugal Hansraj and Palki Jain.

1 min

'The Last of Us' returns for season 2 on April 13

The highly anticipated second season of HBO's critically acclaimed drama series 'The Last of Us' is set to premiere on April 13.

'The Last of Us' returns for season 2 on April 13

1 min

Vicky Kaushal's 'Chhaava' Enters Rs 200 Crore Club

Actor Vicky Kaushal's latest historical drama, 'Chhaava', surpassed the Rs 200 crore mark at the domestic box office as per trade analyst estimates.

Vicky Kaushal's 'Chhaava' Enters Rs 200 Crore Club

1 min

Jahan-e-Khusrau 2025: Celebrating 25 years of Sufi music, poetry, and spiritual heritage

Jahan-e-Khusrau, the iconic World Sufi Music Festival, is set to return for its landmark Silver Jubilee edition from February 28 to March 2, 2025, at the historic Sunder Nursery, New Delhi.

Jahan-e-Khusrau 2025: Celebrating 25 years of Sufi music, poetry, and spiritual heritage

1 min

Lady Gaga reveals whether she would ever join 'Real Housewives' franchise

Lady Gaga, famed for her captivating performances and bold fashion choices, has shared that she doesn't think reality TV is for her and that she is not interested in joining shows like 'Real Housewives'.

Lady Gaga reveals whether she would ever join 'Real Housewives' franchise

1 min

Backless Blouse: Bollywood's Timeless Fashion Inspiration

Bollywood has long been a trendsetter in the world of fashion, influencing styles that transcend generations.

Backless Blouse: Bollywood's Timeless Fashion Inspiration

2 mins

Microneedling: The Ultimate Guide to Rejuvenated, Youthful Skin

Microneedling has become a go-to treatment for achieving smoother, firmer, and youthful skin.

Microneedling: The Ultimate Guide to Rejuvenated, Youthful Skin

2 mins

Skincare Meets Self-Care: The Science of Beauty & Wellness Fusion

In today's fast-paced world, beauty is no longer just about appearances; it's about holistic wellness.

Skincare Meets Self-Care: The Science of Beauty & Wellness Fusion

2 mins

Twin Flames: A Gripping Tale of Love, Career, and Fate

Harish Rijhwani's Twin Flames is the third installment in the Cubicle Tales series, weaving together themes of corporate struggles, personal aspirations, and an undercurrent of romance.

Twin Flames: A Gripping Tale of Love, Career, and Fate

2 mins

Kiwi pacer Penfold ruled out for season due to injury

New Zealand seamer Molly Penfold has been ruled out for the rest of the season due to a knee injury, sidelining her from the upcoming series against Sri Lanka and Australia, as per ESPNcricinfo.

1 min

Imam-ul-Haq Replaces Injured Zaman in Pak Squad for CC 2025

The ICC Event Technical Committee has approved the inclusion of opener Imam-ul-Haq as a replacement for Fakhar Zaman in Pakistan's squad for the ICC Champions Trophy 2025.

1 min

Rohit Becomes 2nd Fastest to Secure 11,000 ODI Runs

India captain Rohit Sharma etched his name in the history book by surpassing the 'Master Blaster' Sachin Tendulkar to become the second-fastest to 11,000 ODI runs by innings on Thursday.

1 min

Dhamne, Ramkumar, Prajwal get wild card entries into Bengaluru Open 2025

India's 17-year-old prodigy Manas Dhamne and seasoned campaigners Ramkumar Ramanathan and SD Prajwal Dev have been awarded wild card entries into the singles main draw of the 2025 Bengaluru Open, as the ATP Challenger 125 event returns its thrilling ninth edition at the Karnataka State Lawn Tennis Association (KSLTA) courts in Cubbon Park from February 24 to March 2.

1 min

Shami's day of glory: Record-breaking spree and dominant bowling display

The day belonged to the aging speedster with a new look.

Shami's day of glory: Record-breaking spree and dominant bowling display

1 min

Champions Trophy 2025: India Thrash Bangladesh By 6 Wickets In Their Opener

A brilliant century by Shubman Gill and five-wicket haul by Mohammed Shami were the highlights as India defeated Bangladesh by six wickets in their ICC Champions Trophy campaign opener at Dubai on Thursday.

Champions Trophy 2025: India Thrash Bangladesh By 6 Wickets In Their Opener

1 min

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