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Kiran Bedi, Puducherry Lt Governor, visits municipal office as part of 'naming & shaming' tax defaulters initiative

After the visit, she announced that the state has received a quantum jump in recoveries of due taxes, from an average of Rs. 4 lakh a day to Rs. 14 lakh a day and counting.

Jul 3, 2018

US Independence Day: America decks up in red, white and blue to celebrate 4th of July

The 4th of July is a federal holiday in the US commemorating the adoption of the Declaration of Independence in 1776 after the 13 colonies that made up America declared a war of independence against Britain in 1775. The day is often associated with parades, fireworks, carnivals, fairs, picnics, concerts, baseball games and family get-togethers.

Jul 3, 2018

After Mandsaur horror, 4-year-old abducted, raped and left to die in Satna

The accused, who is known to the victim's family, was thrashed by the villagers and handed over to local police.

Jul 3, 2018

Bhutanese PM to visit India on July 5 as the nations celebrate 50 years of diplomatic relations

The three-day state visit will see Tshering Tobgay meeting Narendra Modi and President Ram Nath Kovind as India and Bhutan celebrate 50 years of diplomatic relations.

Jul 3, 2018

Controversial comment lands Telugu film critic Kathi Mahesh in trouble

Kathi Mahesh has been arrested for derogatory comments against Lord Rama and Sita during a television debate causing right-wing activists to attempt an attack on him on Sunday.

Jul 3, 2018

Shadow of terror on Amarnath Yatra as Lashkar-e-Taiba receives arms consignment

Surprisingly, before the start of the Amarnath yatra, Riyaz Naikoo, the commander of the terror group, Hizbul Mujahideen released an audio assuring the pilgrims that they are safe and have nothing to worry about.

Jul 3, 2018

'Ram Rajya' is ideal for best governance: Subramanian Swamy

Swamy said, "There are certain values, aims and traditions in Ram Rajya, which is why it is ideal for best governance."

Jul 3, 2018

Malaysia arrests former PM Najib Razak as 'Mission Mahathir' comes full circle

The backlash is complete for Najib Razak as the 'Mission Mahathir' is accomplished. Former Malaysian prime minister's arrest finally happens in the multi-billion dollar IMalaysia Berhad corruption scandal.

Jul 3, 2018

Andhra Pradesh techie drowns in North Carolina waterfall

The 33-year-old software engineer, identified as Gogineni Nagarjuna, had fallen on the rocks and slid into the gushing water stream. Local authorities found his body half-an-hour later.

Jul 3, 2018

Andheri bridge collapse: 2016 RTI revealed bridges between Mumbai's Churchgate-Virar line were safe

The Gokhale bridge connects Andheri East and Andheri West railway stations and is used by thousands of commuters every day. Interestingly, an RTI query from 2016 had revealed that all foot-over bridges between Churchgate-Virar line were safe.

Jul 3, 2018

Trump trade war: Is US exiting World Trade Organisation?

Draft legislation by the Trump administration shows that the United States may violate two basic rules of the World Trade Organisation, indicating Trump's plans to leave the UN body.

Jul 3, 2018

Sunanda Pushkar murder: Delhi court to take up Shashi Tharoor's anticipatory bail plea on Wednesday

The Congress leader, who has been accused of driving his wife to commit suicide has moved an anticipatory bail plea in a sessions court. The court has said that information in the charge-sheet provide sufficient grounds for Tharoor's arrest.

Jul 3, 2018

America's Indo-Pacific strategy will hurt India, warns China

Trying to maintain military balance with China will be detrimental for the Indian economy, says the editorial in Global Times, a hardline Chinese state media outlet, warning that following the US strategy "blindly" will spell trouble for India's relations with neighbouring countries.

Jul 3, 2018

Gujarat's senior Congress MLA Kunwarji Bawalia resigns, may join BJP

The Koli community leader has been in frowning ever since the December 2017 elections as he was ignored for a key party position despite his seniority.

Jul 3, 2018

Explore Hydrogen-run buses over electric: Supreme Court to Delhi government

It's been 20 years since the Supreme Court directed conversion of all public transport buses, taxis and auto rickshaws CNG to reduce the deteriorating quality of air in Delhi. But according to a bench of Justices, hydrogen-run buses are more cost effective.

Jul 3, 2018