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Political slugfest erupts in Bengal over Sanjay Roy's conviction

RG Kar verdict: Political slugfest erupts in Bengal after Sanjay Roy's conviction

Just hours after a special court in Kolkata convicted civic volunteer Sanjay Roy for the rape and murder of a junior woman doctor of state-run R.G. Kar Medical College and Hospital on Saturday, a political slugfest has erupted in West Bengal.

Jan 18, 2025

AAP alleges Kejriwal's car attacked with bricks and stones, blames BJP

AAP alleges Kejriwal's car attacked with bricks and stones during campaign, blames BJP

An alleged stone attack on Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) national convenor Arvind Kejriwal's car is set to turn into the latest flashpoint in the run-up to February 5 Delhi Assembly elections.

Jan 18, 2025

Rahul Gandhi blames BJP govt for Sambhal violence in UP

Rahul Gandhi in fresh row, BJP accuses him of disrespecting National Anthem

Leader of Opposition (LoP) in Lok Sabha Rahul Gandhi found himself surrounded by fresh controversy on Saturday as the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) accused him of disrespecting the National Anthem during a party event.

Jan 18, 2025

Doctors believe 'mysterious deaths' occurred due to neurotoxins in J&K's Rajouri

To address the fear and consternation among the inhabitants following 16 'mysterious deaths' in over one month, health department experts addressed a press conference in Budhal village of J&K's Rajouri district on Saturday and said that the deaths in the village had been caused by neurotoxins.

Jan 18, 2025

Heavy traffic congestion expected in Chennai as 12 Lakh commuters return post Pongal

The city of Chennai and its surrounding areas are bracing for heavy traffic congestion as nearly 12 lakh people are expected to return after the Pongal festival.

Jan 18, 2025

Bharat Mobility Global Expo 2025: Tata Motors unveils over 50 next-gen vehicles, intelligent solutions at auto expo

Tata Motors on Friday unveiled more than 50 next-generation vehicles, visionary concepts and intelligent solutions at the 'Bharat Mobility Global Expo 2025' here, including 32 future-ready passenger and commercial vehicles.

Jan 18, 2025

HSBC India gets RBI nod to open 20 new bank branches in key cities

HSBC India gets RBI approval to open 20 new bank branches in key cities [List of key cities]

HSBC India on Thursday announced that it has received approval from the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) to open 20 new bank branches in key cities.

Jan 18, 2025

Indian startups raise over $308 million this week across 24 deals

The funding season in the Indian startup ecosystem continued its growth this week as startups cumulatively raised more than $308 million across 24 deals.

Jan 18, 2025

IREDA finalises pact for joint venture to set up 900 MW hydroelectric project in Nepal

The Indian Renewable Energy Development Agency Ltd. (IREDA) on Thursday finalised a joint venture agreement with SJVN Ltd., GMR Energy Ltd., and Nepal Electricity Authority (NEA) for the development of the 900 MW Upper Karnali Hydroelectric Project in Nepal as part of a strategic initiative aimed to strengthen regional energy security and accelerate renewable energy growth, according to an official statement.

Jan 18, 2025

Narco-Terror Nexus: J&K Police Personnel in Spotlight for Drug Trafficking

Amid a crackdown on narco-terrorism, the J&K administration has terminated five police officers and arrested several others for their involvement in drug trafficking.

Jan 18, 2025

India Semiconductor Mission, CG Power and CG Semi ink fiscal support agreement

India Semiconductor Mission, CG Power and CG Semi signed fiscal support agreement

The India Semiconductor Mission (ISM) on Friday signed a Fiscal Support Agreement (FSA) with CG Power and CG Semi, that will help the country develop a robust semiconductor manufacturing ecosystem.

Jan 18, 2025

PM Modi to inaugurate various developmental projects in MP tomorrow

PM Modi to distribute 65 lakh property cards tomorrow in major milestone to empower rural India

Prime Minister Narendra Modi will distribute 65 lakh property cards in more than 50,000 villages across the country under the SVAMITVA Scheme on Saturday (January 18), marking a historic achievement in the empowerment of rural India.

Jan 18, 2025

Tripura's lone airport upgraded for passenger movement & infrastructure development

Tripura's lone Agartala airport upgraded for more passenger movement

The Airport Authority of India (AAI) has upgraded Agartala's Maharaja Bir Bikram (MBB) Airport from Grade III to Grade II, based on the passenger movement and infrastructure development.

Jan 18, 2025

Tight security in Kolkata court; parents appeal to people not to end stir for justice

RG Kar verdict: Tight security in Kolkata court; parents appeal to continue stir

With just a few hours left for a special court in Kolkata to deliver its verdict on the rape and murder of a woman doctor of R.G. Kar Medical College and Hospital in Kolkata in August last year, the entire court premises have been wrapped under a blanket of security since early Saturday morning, even as her parents issued a last-moment appeal to the public not to end the fight for justice.

Jan 18, 2025

IMF projects India growth to be solid at 6.5 pc in 2025 and 2026

IMF projects India growth at 6.5 pc in 2025-26, aligns with UN report

In India, the economic growth is projected to be solid at 6.5 per cent in 2025 and 2026, as projected in October and in line with potential, the International Monetary Fund (IMF) has said in its latest World Economic Outlook (WEO) update.

Jan 18, 2025

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RG Kar verdict: Political slugfest erupts in Bengal after Sanjay Roy's conviction

AAP alleges Kejriwal's car attacked with bricks and stones during campaign, blames BJP

Rahul Gandhi in fresh row, BJP accuses him of disrespecting National Anthem

Doctors believe 'mysterious deaths' occurred due to neurotoxins in J&K's Rajouri

Heavy traffic congestion expected in Chennai as 12 Lakh commuters return post Pongal

Bharat Mobility Global Expo 2025: Tata Motors unveils over 50 next-gen vehicles, intelligent solutions at auto expo

HSBC India gets RBI approval to open 20 new bank branches in key cities [List of key cities]

Indian startups raise over $308 million this week across 24 deals

IREDA finalises pact for joint venture to set up 900 MW hydroelectric project in Nepal

Narco-Terror Nexus: J&K Police Personnel in Spotlight for Drug Trafficking

India Semiconductor Mission, CG Power and CG Semi signed fiscal support agreement

PM Modi to distribute 65 lakh property cards tomorrow in major milestone to empower rural India

Tripura's lone Agartala airport upgraded for more passenger movement

RG Kar verdict: Tight security in Kolkata court; parents appeal to continue stir

IMF projects India growth at 6.5 pc in 2025-26, aligns with UN report

Ranveer Singh touches Sanjay Leela Bhansali's feet; Sara Ali Khan, Aditi Rao Hydari radiate in ethnic outfits at reception

Omar lambasts "arrogant" Congress after BJP's historic victory; Mehbooba reacts [details]

BJP leads in 53 seats, crosses majority mark in Chhattisgarh