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Al-Qaida commander killed in operation in Yemen

A senior commander of the Yemen-based al-Qaida branch was killed in a shootout with local security forces in Yemen's southeastern province of Hadramout, a security official told Xinhua.

Apr 24, 2022

Unidentified person impersonates Vice President; MHA alerted [details]

An unidentified person has been impersonating Vice President M. Venkaiah Naidu and asking for financial help from the people, the Vice President Secretariat said on Saturday.

Apr 24, 2022

AAP making inroads in K'taka rattles political parties; see Cong, JD(S), BJP's reaction vs AAP's response

Arvind Kejriwal, the national convenor of the Aam Admi Party (AAP) and Chief Minister of Delhi, addressed a huge gathering in Bengaluru on Thursday, now the state political parties are taking note of AAP's political decision.

Apr 24, 2022

After Oscars slapgate, Will Smith in India to meet Sadhguru

Hollywood star Will Smith was spotted at the Mumbai airport on Saturday. Reports say Smith is in India to meet spiritual leader Sadhguru, following the incident at the Oscars where he slapped Chris Rock onstage, leading to speculation over his personal life.

Apr 23, 2022

Retired Tehsildar Mercilessly Beats Stray Puppies, Burns Them Alive; NGOs in Nagpur Up In Arms [Details]

The culprit, Uttam Kumar Das, a retired Tehsildar, brutally assaulted the puppies with a stick. Following this, he burnt the incapacitated animals while they were still alive.

Apr 23, 2022

On eve of PM's visit, opposition parties reiterate demand for statehood, assembly elections [details]

Opposition parties reject the draft proposal of the delimitation commission; demand a total review of the panel's recommendations

Apr 23, 2022

After Delhi and Mumbai, BA.2 variant found in Bengaluru; Experts warn of fourth wave

The detection of two cases of Omicron sub-variant BA.2, which is more transmissible than the original strain, sets Bengaluru on high alert.

Apr 23, 2022

Not eligible for jobs or higher education, if you go to study in Pakistan [details]

Recently J&K Police busted the MBBS seats auctioned scam. Money earned through selling MBBS seats of Pakistani colleges utilize to fund terror in Kashmir.

Apr 23, 2022

NIA chief visits Sunjwan encounter site [details]

Recovery of Pak made medicines from killed terrorists confirm fresh infiltration from the International Border

Apr 23, 2022

Prashant Kishor's Strategy to revive Congress, sans Gandhis

Prashant Kishor has proposed a new theme of "Reincarnation of Congress" preserving the soul, creating a new body, here are some details

Apr 23, 2022

3 victims reported in Washington D.C. shooting

The police were responding to a shooting incident involving at least three victims in Washington, D.C., authorities have confirmed.

Apr 23, 2022

India's Finance Minister makes India's stand clear on Ukraine: "India can't be a weak friend of US"

Sitharaman met many US officials on the sidelines, including National Security Adviser Jake Sullivan and other officials, over a dinner hosted by Indian Ambassador to the US, Taranjit Singh Sandhu.

Apr 23, 2022

1 person killed, 3 injured as battery of e-scooter explodes in Vijayawada

In yet another incident, one person was killed and three others were injured when the battery of an electric two-wheeler exploded in Vjayawada known for its scorching heat in summer

Apr 23, 2022

Global Covid caseload tops 508.6 mn; US continues to be the worst hit followed by India, Brazil, France

The global coronavirus caseload has topped 508.6 million, while the deaths have surged to more than 6.21 million and vaccinations to over 11.22 billion, according to the Johns Hopkins University.

Apr 23, 2022

Small COVID clusters hinting at fourth wave in India; Centre must take cues from int'l countries [here's why]

While the opinions over a fourth wave vary, India should brace up from the experience of the US, China and its own small Covid clusters.

Apr 23, 2022