India

IIT Madras, CMC Vellore develop affordable indigenous robot for hand rehabilitation

Researchers at the Indian Institute of Technology Madras (IIT Madras) and Christian Medical College, Vellore (CMC Vellore) on Friday announced the development of a cost-effective and portable plug-and-train robot for hand rehabilitation.

Jan 17, 2025

Delhi polls: Sandeep Dikshit declares assets worth Rs 11.12 crore

Congress candidate Sandeep Dikshit, contesting from the New Delhi constituency, has declared a net worth of Rs 11.12 crore in his nomination papers filed on Thursday.

Jan 17, 2025

Mysterious deaths in J&K's Rajouri: CM Omar Abdullah urges action amid rising criticism

J&K Chief Minister Omar Abdullah has directed health and police departments to expedite their investigations as the opposition stepped up attacks on the government over the handling of mysterious deaths in Rajouri's Badhaal village.

Jan 17, 2025

Significant milestone, says EAM Jaishankar on inauguration of US Consulate in Bengaluru

US Consulate inaugurated in Bengaluru: What it means for India-US relations

The US inaugurated its consulate in Bengaluru, marking a significant step in strengthening India-US diplomatic ties. The consulate provides a platform for the people of Karnataka to connect with global aspirations.

Jan 17, 2025

Prashant Kishor mentally weak, needs treatment: Bihar Health Minister

Bihar Health Minister Mangal Pandey on Friday ridiculed political strategist and Jan Suraaj Founder Prashant Kishor, saying he is mentally weak and needs treatment.

Jan 17, 2025

Centre urged to hike import duties on aluminium products

A panel of industry experts and retired bureaucrats has called for urgent policy intervention to raise import duties on primary and downstream aluminium products to 10 per cent and impose a 7.5 per cent duty on aluminium scrap to check the surge in cheap imports coming into the country.

Jan 17, 2025

1st-ever 'Made in India' BMW X1 Long Wheelbase All Electric launched

BMW India on Friday launched its first-ever 'Made in India' BMW X1 Long Wheelbase All Electric at the 'Bharat Mobility Global Expo 2025' here.

Jan 17, 2025

Indian edtech sector bridging geographical divide: Report

The Indian edtech sector is actively bridging the geographical divide in education and making quality learning accessible to millions, according to a report on Friday.

Jan 17, 2025

5.2 magnitude earthquake jolts Kashmir Valley

Japan's space agency to advance earthquake damage estimation programme

Japan's Aerospace Exploration Agency (JAXA) has signed an agreement with Kumamoto prefecture to further develop a programme that estimates building damage caused by earthquakes using satellite imagery, local media reported Friday.

Jan 17, 2025

RG Kar rape-murder case: Court to pronounce verdict tomorrow

The crucial verdict on the rape and murder of a woman doctor of state-run R.G. Kar Medical College and Hospital in Kolkata will be delivered at a special court in the city on Saturday

Jan 17, 2025

2 AAP councillors from West Delhi join BJP ahead of Assembly polls

Just weeks ahead of the Delhi Assembly elections, the BJP welcomed two AAP councillors from West Delhi into its fold on Friday. City unit president Virendra Sachdeva described their defection as evidence of the "sinking ship" that is Arvind Kejriwal's party.

Jan 17, 2025