India

Presidential election 2017: By picking Meira Kumar, is Opposition fighting Nitish Kumar more than Narendra Modi?

The Opposition led by Congress chose Meira Kumar, who hails from Bihar, perhaps to teach Nitish Kumar a lesson for his 'betrayal'. But what the Bihar CM did after seeing the Opposition's clueless state was right.

Jun 23, 2017

Liquor ban: MG Road, Brigade Road in Bengaluru are national highways? Really, 3 cheers to our authorities!

Abiding by the Supreme Court's order, the authorities have now decided not to renew licences of liquor sellers who do business in Bengaluru's heart since the roads there are known to be 'national highways'. Can it be more bizarre than this?

Jun 23, 2017

Jammu and Kashmir: DySP Mohammed Ayub Pandith lynched by mob outside mosque in Srinagar

Mohammed Ayub Pandith was killed after he allegedly opened fire at a group of people near a mosque at Nowhatta, Srinagar.

Jun 23, 2017

High alert sounded at Karwar naval base after 3 intruders enter through breached wall

A red alert was issued in and outside INS Kadamba naval base and along the National Highway 66 in Karwar district of Karnataka after three intruders were spotted.

Jun 23, 2017

Isro PSLV-C38 launch is special for these Tamil Nadu students [PHOTO]

The launch of PSLV-C38 by Isro on Friday, June 23, is special for students of the Noorul Islam University in Tamil Nadu because a satellite they built is part of the payload. Read to know more.

Jun 23, 2017

Isro PSLV-C38 launch updates: Cartosat 2, NIUSAT and 29 other satellites put in orbit [PHOTOS]

The Indian Space Research Organisation has launched the PSLV-C38 on Friday, June 23, at around 9:30 am IST. Read all the details and live updates right here.

Jun 23, 2017

Isro PSLV-C38 launch LIVE streaming: Where to watch as Indian space agency launches satellites [VIDEO]

Isro on June 22 began the countdown for the launch of PSLV-C38 along with Cartosat-2 series satellite, which will take place on June 23. Watch it online right here.

Jun 22, 2017

Indian government looks to save Rs 35,000 crore by making buildings energy efficient

According to Government estimates, retrofitting existing buildings with energy efficient lights and appliances will help save approximately 30-40 billion units per year.

Jun 22, 2017

If elected, Meira Kumar will be the second former Lok Sabha Speaker to become President: Who was the first?

The Opposition announced that Meira Kumar, former Lok Sabha Speaker and daughter of former deputy prime minister Jagjivan Ram, would be their candidate for the upcoming presidential polls this year.

Jun 22, 2017

Kohli deletes welcome tweet on Kumble: Will RCB supporters forgive India captain for his behaviour?

Virat Kohli has been a popular captain of the RCB in the IPL. But now his overt reaction over the Kumble affair could see his popularity taking a severe beating in Bengaluru, the city to which Kumble belongs.

Jun 22, 2017

Presidential polls 2017: Meira Kumar, former Lok Sabha Speaker, is Opposition's candidate

Opposition parties met in Delhi on Thursday to decide on a candidate for the upcoming presidential polls after the NDA government picked former Bihar Governor Ram Nath Kovind as their candidate.

Jun 22, 2017

One year since UK chose to Brexit: It's still a long, long way to go

Friday, June 23, will see the completion of the first year of Brexit referendum. How much have things progressed in these 365 years?

Jun 22, 2017

Saviour turns savage: Cop sought sexual favours from gang rape survivor

As if getting gang raped itself wasn't scarring enough, this woman was allegedly asked for sexual favours by the very officer who she thought would be her saviour. Read on to know more about her harrowing tale.

Jun 22, 2017

Wrath of Karnataka assembly on 2 journalists, jailed for 1 year

Ravi Belagere is an editor with Kannada tabloid Hi Bangalore, while Anil Raju works with Yelahanka Voice.

Jun 22, 2017

No takers for 'Made in India' assault rifles in Indian Army

Key stakeholders from Indian Army, Indian Air Force, Indian Navy and Defence Ministry will now meet on Friday to highlight the precise specifications of assault rifles that the forces need.

Jun 22, 2017