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New Zealand recovery teams return to volcanic island, two remain missing; death toll rises to 16

Authorities said eight police search and rescue staff were deployed for 75 minutes to an area in which their information suggested one body may remain.

Dec 15, 2019

Muslim litigants may file curative petition on Ayodhya judgement

The curative petition is the last judicial resort available for redressal of grievances in court which is normally decided by judges in-chamber.

Dec 15, 2019

Resolution seeking Inner Line Permit to be passed by Meghalaya govt

The move comes after the state witnessed protests against the contentious Citizenship Amendment Act (CAA).

Dec 15, 2019

Bengaluru opts for smart parking facilities to tackle traffic gridlock

BBMP is setting up smart parking facilities across the city for 3,300 four-wheelers and 10,000 two-wheelers.

Dec 15, 2019

International shooter Vartika Singh wants to execute Nirbhaya rapists

Vartika Singh said that she wanted support for her initiative from women actors, lawmakers and other celebrities.

Dec 15, 2019

Mamata Banerjee accuses political parties of inciting violence over CAB

"Some political parties with religious fundamentalism and communal intentions are deliberately trying to stoke chaos and violence," said CM Mamata Banerjee.

Dec 15, 2019

China suspends planned tariffs scheduled for December 15 on some US goods

China's retaliatory tariffs, which were due to take effect on December 15, were meant to target goods ranging from corn and wheat to US-made vehicles and auto parts.

Dec 15, 2019

NCB busts international drug syndicate, seizes narcotics worth Rs 1300 crores

The anti-narcotics agency said it seized one of the largest quantity of Cocaine in the country, at 20 Kgs.

Dec 15, 2019

CAG finds gaps in levying anti-dumping duties, export promotion schemes

As regards non/short levying of anti-dumping duty, the department (Customs) accepted observation amounting to Rs 53 crore.

Dec 15, 2019

Former Sudan president Bashir sentenced to two years in detention for corruption

Bashir's prosecution is a test of how fast and how far military and civilian authorities now sharing power in Sudan will act to overturn his legacy.

Dec 15, 2019

Traders blame late monsoon as vegetable prices continue to soar

Prices of rice, wheat, flour, pulses, edible oil, tea, sugar, jaggery, vegetables and milk have shown an upward trend this year.

Dec 15, 2019

More healthcare services may come under GST net to boost tax collections

The Finance Ministry, which had deliberations with the state governments on measures to boost GST revenue, is likely to recommend bringing premium healthcare services under the GST.

Dec 15, 2019

Farooq Abdullah's detention in Jammu and Kashmir extended by 3 months

Abdullah, a five-time Parliamentarian, has been under detention since August 5 when the Centre abrogated special status of Jammu and Kashmir and bifurcated the state.

Dec 14, 2019

On a Boil: Now Milk prices set to rise by up to Rs 3/litre

Accordingly, the rise is seen to be in line with the retail food inflation trajectory which has shown an upward trend, as perishable items' supply has been adversely impacted due to weather-related phenomenon such as flooding and extended monsoon.

Dec 14, 2019

PM Modi calls review meeting, cabinet reshuffle expected

Sources have revealed that the under-performing ministers might be dropped from the cabinet which indicates the much-awaited first cabinet reshuffle of NDA-II.

Dec 14, 2019