India

Karnataka: Dalit BJP leader Bandi Ramesh hacked to death in broad daylight

Karnataka BJP leader Bandi Ramesh was having lunch at a roadside eatery in Guggarahatti locality of Ballari when he was attacked by the unknown assailants.

Jun 23, 2017

Records on patient deaths and oxygen supply disappear from Indore Hospital after 17 people die of 'oxygen-cut off'

This Indore hospital believes the death of 17 patients including six in ICU alone was a 'routine affair'. The hospital in question holds a capacity of 1400 beds and the reason behind the 'oxygen supply cut' is unknown.

Jun 23, 2017

Delhi man cuts off daughter's ears; claims he was led on by a 'ghost'

Amrit Bahadur had allegedly tried to cut his daughter's neck before he was overpowered by the neighbours who handed him over to the police.

Jun 23, 2017

How you give rice at Rs 2 a kg? Awestruck world leaders ask Mamata Banerjee's finance minister at UN

Representatives from countries like Argentina, Kenya and others were filled with wonder to hear the Mamata Banerje govt in Bengal gives rice at Rs 2 a kilo. How's that possible they asked the state's finance minister, Amit Mitra

Jun 23, 2017

Presidential election 2017: It's a non-Jatav Dalit versus a dynastic Dalit

Both Ram Nath Kovind and Meira Kumar are known for their merits and achievements and their contest will see the monolithic identity of the Dalits, who are facing quite a bit of trouble in today's India, a boost.

Jun 23, 2017

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