India

NHRC tells 'X' to take down Kejriwal video showing use of kids in campaign

NHRC member Priyank Kanoongo on Monday directed social media platform 'X' to immediately remove an objectionable video showing the alleged involvement of children in political campaigning by AAP National Convener Arvind Kejriwal and Delhi Chief Minister Atishi.

Dec 30, 2024

Bumrah nominated for ICC Men's Test Cricketer of the Year award

India vs Australia Boxing Day Test: A Thrilling Match [Overview]

The ongoing Test match between Australia and India is tied, with notable performances from Steve Smith and Travis Head. India's performance has been commendable under the leadership of Jasprit Bumrah, despite Rohit Sharma's struggles.

Dec 30, 2024

NGT orders thermal power plants at Aurangabad's Nabinagar to comply with environmental laws

The National Green Tribunal (NGT) has ordered two thermal power plants at Nabinagar in Bihar's Aurangabad to rectify minor non-observance of environmental laws.

Dec 30, 2024

Yearender: A year of political change in Andhra

The year 2024 was the year of political change in Andhra Pradesh with an overwhelming public mandate in favour of the Telugu Desam Party (TDP)-led alliance.

Dec 30, 2024

Bengal school job case: Charge framing process at special court postponed after accused hospitalised

The process of framing charges in West Bengal's multi-crore cash-for-school job case, registered by the Enforcement Directorate (ED), at a special Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA) court in Kolkata on Monday, was postponed after the sudden hospitalisation of prime accused Sujay Krishna Bhadra earlier in the day.

Dec 30, 2024

Budget 2025-26: Assocham seeks further ease of doing biz, credit flow for MSMEs

In order to further empower micro, small and medium enterprises (MSMEs) and ensure ease of doing business, there is a need to establish integrated infrastructure townships and universities to promote skill development and entrepreneurship training as well as to foster growth within the sector.

Dec 30, 2024

Jeju Air crash: US transportation authorities to assist South Korea's probe

Jeju Air passengers cancel flight tickets en masse following deadly crash

A surge in cancellations of travel deals and airline tickets was reported on Monday as concerns over aviation safety mounted following a deadly airliner crash that claimed 179 lives, according to industry sources.

Dec 30, 2024

India's defence production poised to clock 20 pc annual growth in FY 2024-29

On the back of robust government reforms and increasing private sector participation, India's defence sector production is set to grow at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of around 20 per cent during FY24-FY29.

Dec 30, 2024

Regular eye check-ups in 40s key to preventing vision loss from glaucoma

Adults in their 40s must undergo regular eye check-ups to prevent vision loss from glaucoma -- a chronic eye disease that can lead to vision loss and blindness, said an ophthalmologist at All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS), New Delhi.

Dec 30, 2024

Akshay Kumar lauds PM Modi's vision for media and entertainment sector

Bollywood superstar Akshay Kumar, who was recently 'Singham Again', has lauded Prime Minister Narendra Modi's for his vision towards the media and entertainment sector.

Dec 30, 2024

K'taka govt stands by Priyank Kharge; hands over contractor suicide case to CID

Karnataka Home Minister G. Parameshwara on Monday announced that the case regarding the suicide of a contractor following alleged threats to his life and extortion by an aide of Minister for RDPR, IT and BT, Priyank Kharge, has been handed over to the Criminal Investigation Department (CID).

Dec 30, 2024

Delhi Waqf Imams demand immediate release of salaries, warn of protests

The All-India Imam Association on Monday escalated their demands for the release of pending salaries, warning of protests if their grievances remain unaddressed. A group of Imams gathered outside the residence of Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) chief Arvind Kejriwal to press for their demands.

Dec 30, 2024