India

Walking 3,967 Steps A Day May Cut Death Risk From Any Cause: Study

Walking speed can predict metabolic health in obese people: Study

Walking speed can be a quick, equipment-free tool for identifying metabolic health risks among people with obesity, according to a study.

Dec 19, 2024

Fake call centre busted in Gurugram, 18 held

A Cybercrime team of the Gurugram police busted an illegal call centre operating at Plot No 270 of Udyog Vihar, Phase-2 in Gurugram.

Dec 19, 2024

India tops list of recipient countries for remittances with $129 bn inflow in 2024

India tops the list of recipient countries for remittances in 2024 with an estimated inflow of $129 billion. The growth rate of remittances this year is estimated to be 5.8 per cent.

Dec 19, 2024

RG Kar rape-murder: Victim's parents approach Calcutta HC seeking fresh probe

Parents of murdered junior doctor approach Calcutta High Court, seeking fresh investigation into case, citing lack of faith in CBI's handling of the probe.

Dec 19, 2024

India Becomes Third Largest Pharma Market Globally

India's pharmaceutical industry, valued at $50 billion, is the third largest globally by volume, with a strong global presence and diversified product base. The Department of Pharmaceuticals has established seven National Institutes of Pharmaceutical Education and Research (NIPERs) for high-end research and education.

Dec 19, 2024

Will bring 1 lakh youth into politics: PM Modi

PM Modi speaks to injured BJP MPs, assures full support

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday enquired about the well-being of two BJP MPs injured during a commotion at the Parliament entrance, allegedly involving Congress leader Rahul Gandhi.

Dec 19, 2024

Top Hizbul Mujahideen Commander Among Five Terrorists Eliminated in Kulgam Operation

In a significant achievement for ongoing anti-terror operations, security forces on Thursday neutralized five terrorists, including Farooq Nali, a self-styled commander of the proscribed Hizbul Mujahideen group.

Dec 19, 2024

Real Madrid Clinches FIFA Intercontinental Cup

Real Madrid, led by Carlo Ancelotti, won the FIFA Intercontinental Cup, marking their fifth trophy of the year. The team's 3-0 victory over Pachuca was highlighted by goals from Kylian Mbappe, Rodrygo, and Vinicius Jr. Vinicius Jr. was named Player of the Tournament and received the Golden Ball, while Valverde won the adidas Silver Ball.

Dec 19, 2024

BJP MP alleges Rahul Gandhi pushed him, LoP dismisses claim

A heated confrontation erupted in Parliament premises between Opposition MPs and BJP members, with BJP MP Pratap Sarangi accusing Rahul Gandhi of pushing him, causing a head injury, which Gandhi denies, claiming BJP MPs were blocking and threatening him

Dec 19, 2024

Small-time vendors in Chandigarh anguished over GST hike move on tobacco products

Small-time vendors in Chandigarh anguished over GST hike move on 'sin goods'

Chandigarh's Footpath Cycle and Rehri Fadi Workers Union opposes proposed 35% GST hike on "sin goods", citing income loss and potential smuggling, hurting legal sales.

Dec 19, 2024

Tejashwi Yadav targets Amit Shah for Ambedkar remarks

Tejashwi Yadav targets Amit Shah over controversial remarks on Ambedkar

Tejashwi Yadav slams Amit Shah's remarks on B.R. Ambedkar as "highly objectionable", alleging BJP's anti-Constitution agenda.

Dec 19, 2024

Himachal Pradesh Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu

Now, Himachal Assembly becomes first to adopt National e-Vidhan Application

After India's first paperless e-Vidhan Sabha that helped the state save Rs 15 crore every year, the Himachal Pradesh legislative Assembly on Wednesday became the country's first National e-Vidhan Application (NeVA) under the Central government's "One Nation, One Application" initiative.

Dec 18, 2024