India

From paper to digital census in 2021; Amit Shah pitches multipurpose ID card

While addressing a gathering at an event in the national capital, Amit Shah proposed the idea of a multipurpose identity card for every citizen which includes passport, Aadhaar, voter card, driving licence and bank accounts.

Sep 23, 2019

Meet the four new Supreme Court judges, who took oath of office today

The appointment of the four judges today takes the number of judges in the top court to the total sanctioned strength of 34.

Sep 23, 2019

JeM Balakot terror camp has been reactivated, says Army Chief Bipin Rawat

The development came after the Indian government's move to abrogate the special status granted to Jammu and Kashmir through Article 370.

Sep 23, 2019

Markets today: Sensex surges over 1,000 points, Nifty crosses 11,650 mark

Financials were among the top gainers, with the Nifty banking index, which tracks both state-owned and private-sector lenders, rising up to 5.5%.

Sep 23, 2019

Punjab police busts Khalistani terror module; 4 arrested with huge cache of arms

Initial investigations revealed the use of drones to deliver weapons and communication hardware from across the border.

Sep 23, 2019

Netflix's new sci-fi series I-Land gets zero percent rating on Rotten Tomatoes

Its been a tough month for Netflix as the streaming giant's recently released new sci-fi series received a shocking zero percent rating on Rotten Tomatoes.

Sep 23, 2019

Corporate tax rate cuts will not lead to a slash in spending, says FM Sitharaman

India cut corporate tax rates on Friday in a surprise move designed to woo manufacturers, revive private investment and lift growth from a six-year low.

Sep 23, 2019

PM Modi attacks Pakistan over terror, Kashmir in US President Trump's presence

Ahead of Pakistan Prime Minister Imran Khan's meeting with President Trump likely on Monday, Modi said that India's neighbour is the breeding ground of terrorism.

Sep 23, 2019

Will PM Modi be served notice on Kashmiris' plea before US court at 'Howdy, Modi'?

A Houston federal court has issued a notice to PM Modi, who is in Houston for the 'Howdy, Modi' event that President Trump is scheduled to address.

Sep 22, 2019

Joaquin Phoenix reveals what Joker would feel if he met Batman

What if Joaquin Phoenix's version of the Joker got to see Batman? Well, the actor gave it some thought and has given a fair response to the question during an interview.

Sep 22, 2019

Jawaharlal Nehru's untimely ceasefire led to the creation of PoK, says Amit Shah

The Union Home Minister said that Sardar Vallabhai Pate should have handled the Kashmir issue, instead of Jawaharlal Nehru.

Sep 22, 2019

'Howdy, Modi!': When and where to watch PM Modi's grand Houston address live

Modi arrived in Houston on September 21 for his week-long tour in the US and will address 50,000 Indian-Americans on Sunday evening.

Sep 22, 2019

Law student who accused Chinmayanand of rape may also be arrested: SIT

The victim has been involved in the extortion call made to Chinmayanand by her male companion.

Sep 22, 2019

'Howdy, Modi!': Ab ki baar Trump sarkar, says PM Modi at Houston event

After the Houston event, PM Modi is scheduled to be in New York from September 23 to 27.

Sep 22, 2019

Will Sitharaman's tax tweak snare capital fleeing China over US trade war?

Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman's sweeping reforms slashing corporate tax rates to bring them at par with most South Asian and Southeast Asian nations are expected to trap investments headed even to low-tax destinations like Bangladesh and Vietnam.

Sep 21, 2019