India

Indian Army says ready to deal with any misadventures from across Loc

Lt Gen Satish Dua said that Indian Army's preparedness is of the highest degree.

Oct 18, 2016

Bihar school board cancels affiliation of 68 inter-colleges, 19 schools

The board's previous chairman has been arrested and jailed for his involvement in the large-scale scam.

Oct 18, 2016

Relief for Smriti Irani as Delhi court dismisses fake degree case

The court said that the complainant had filed the petition to "needlessly harass" Union Textiles Minister Smriti Irani.

Oct 18, 2016

Chinkara poaching cases: Rajasthan govt approaches Supreme Court over acquittal of Salman Khan, wants him to surrender

The Bigg Boss 10 host was acquitted of all charges by the Rajasthan High Court in July.

Oct 18, 2016

Uttar Pradesh: Rapist forced to marry victim, later sells daughter for Rs 25,000

The man also divorced her and forced her to marry a middle-aged man with seven kids.

Oct 18, 2016

Police suicides: Why are Karnataka's police officers taking their lives?

According to the Ministry of Home Affairs, 39 police personnel ended their lives in Karnataka between 2012 and 2014.

Oct 18, 2016

Cauvery water row: Supreme Court tells Karnataka to keep releasing 2,000 cusecs daily till next order

The apex court has also urged both Karnataka and Tamil Nadu governments to ensure peace in their respective states.

Oct 18, 2016

Karwa Chauth (Karva Chauth) 2016: Significance, best messages, wishes, greetings to be shared on the occasion

Karwa Chauth is celebrated on Wednesday, October 19, this year.

Oct 18, 2016

Supreme Court rejects BCCI plea to review order on Lodha panel recommendations

The recommendations of the panel are expected to bring more transparency and accountability to the cricket board.

Oct 18, 2016

Myanmar's Aung San Suu Kyi meets Pranab Mukherjee, Sonia Gandhi

Suu Kyi is on a four-day visit to India on the invitation of Prime Minister Narendra Modi.

Oct 18, 2016

National Summit on Food Fortification: Modi government aims to prevent micronutrient malnutrition

Lack of macro and micronutrients in food causes diseases like anemia and TB.

Oct 18, 2016

Mythological wars? UP Cabinet approves Ram Leela theme park after Centre announces Ramayana museum

BSP chief Mayawati questioned their intentions and the timing of the announcements since the Uttar Pradesh Assembly elections are in the offing.

Oct 18, 2016

Varanasi stampede: Five from Jai Gurudev sect booked for giving false information

The crowd had gathered for an event organised by the followers of late spiritual leader Jai Gurudev.

Oct 18, 2016

Himachal Pradesh: PM Modi says everyone is talking about the feats of Indian Army

PM Modi visited Himachal Pradesh for the first time after becoming the prime minister.

Oct 18, 2016

Centre allows US NGO to transfer funds to Indian NGOs after John Kerry's top level request

Compassion International, a Christian advocacy group, will be allowed to transfer funds to 10 Indian NGOs.

Oct 18, 2016