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Firecrackers or automobiles: Which is more toxic? Supreme Court asks Centre for comparative study

The Supreme Court sought to know if there is any data to show what proportion of pollution is caused by firecrackers in proportion to vehicles.

Mar 12, 2019

It is Congress Non Working Committee under a non performing president: Sambit Patra

Rahul Gandhi's 'Masood Azhar ji' gaffe triggers unseemly debate on who respects ultras more

In a slip of the tongue, Rahul Gandhi referred to Jaish-e-Mohammad chief Masood Azhar as 'Masood Azhar Ji', triggering a stormy reaction from the BJP.

Mar 12, 2019

IT raids former secretary of BSP chief Mayawati over tax evasion of Rs 100 crore

Netaram, a 1979 batch IAS officer, had held key positions during the BSP chief's tenure as the Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister from 2007 to 2012.

Mar 12, 2019

Who was behind IAF pilot Abhinandan's release after 48 hours of captivity in Pakistan?

US Centcom Commander General Joseph Votel had spoken with Pakistan Army's General Bajwa within hours of Commander Abhinandan Varthaman's capture on February 27.

Mar 12, 2019

Who freed Masood Azhar? Congress posts interview; claims BJP approved JeM chief's release

Congress cited a 2010 interview of NSA Ajit Doval to claim that he blamed the then BJP-led government for releasing JeM chief Masood Azhar two decades ago and gave a "clean chit" to the terrorist.

Mar 12, 2019

IAF strikes in Balakot killed 4 Pakistan Army soldiers - Report

According to the investigation, Jaish-e-Mohammad is still active in Pakistan and is seeking funds through its weekly journal Al-Qalam.

Mar 12, 2019

Lok Sabha elections: HD Deve Gowda likely to contest from Bengaluru North

The former Prime Minister has not declared his constituency yet, but chances are that he might be contesting from Bengaluru North, which is currently held by Union minister and BJP MP DV Sadananda Gowda.

Mar 12, 2019

Saudia jet to Malaysia forced to return as mother forgets baby at Jeddah terminal

The woman is said to have realised that the baby wasn't with her after take off and alerted the cabin crew of the same. The pilot of the aircraft then had to get in touch with the Air Traffic Control tower, requesting permission to return.

Mar 12, 2019

Lok Sabha 2019 polls: Congress key meet begins in PM Modi's Gujarat, Hardik Patel likely to join party

Congress President Rahul Gandhi, UPA Chairperson Sonia Gandhi, former Prime Minister Manmohan Singh and other senior party leaders will attend the meeting.

Mar 12, 2019

H.D Kumaraswamy (R) greets former Chief Minister Siddaramaiah

Congress, JD(S) agree to share 4 seats in Karnataka; discussions going on for 4 more

While the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) will be going solo in Karnataka, Congress has discerned four seats, which the party is ready to spare for its coalition partner.

Mar 12, 2019

Will UN designate Masood Azhar as global terrorist on March 13? China's backing uncertain

The proposal to ban the JeM was moved by the three members on February 27, and the chair of the UNSC sanctions committee has now said that Azhar will be designated as a global terrorist on March 13, if there is no objection by 3 pm

Mar 12, 2019

Pak must dismantle terror infrastructure, says US as Foreign Secretary Gokhale and Mike Pompeo meet

Foreign secretary Vijay Gokhale arrived in the US on Sunday and spoke to Pompeo the next day discussing major foreign policy and security-related issues. Pompeo expressed an understanding of India's concerns in terms of cross-border terrorism.

Mar 12, 2019

Rescue and recovery personnel use an earth mover to recover debris from the area where Ethiopian Airlines Flight 302 crashed in a wheat field just outside the town of Bishoftu, 62 kilometers southeast of Addis Ababa on March 10, 2019 in Addis Ababa, Ethio

US to take action if Boeing 737 MAX safety issue found

On Monday, Boeing shares fell 10.82 per cent on Wall Street in reaction to the accident on Sunday, the second in half a year involving one of its model 737 aircraft.

Mar 12, 2019

Rouhani demands "decisive" action against terror groups, warns inaction would undermine Iran-Pak ties

The Iranian president said that a Pakistani suicide bomber carried out an attack in the southeastern province of Sistan-Balochistan in which 27 Revolutionary Guards were killed. He also told the Pak PM that many of the attacks were traced back to Pakistan and that he must deal with these terrorists.

Mar 11, 2019

9 fascinating facts about IAF's Pinaka guided extended range rockets

India successfully test-fired two Pinaka guided extended range missiles on Monday, achieving new record distance of 90km range.

Mar 11, 2019

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Firecrackers or automobiles: Which is more toxic? Supreme Court asks Centre for comparative study

Rahul Gandhi's 'Masood Azhar ji' gaffe triggers unseemly debate on who respects ultras more

IT raids former secretary of BSP chief Mayawati over tax evasion of Rs 100 crore

Who was behind IAF pilot Abhinandan's release after 48 hours of captivity in Pakistan?

Who freed Masood Azhar? Congress posts interview; claims BJP approved JeM chief's release

IAF strikes in Balakot killed 4 Pakistan Army soldiers - Report

Lok Sabha elections: HD Deve Gowda likely to contest from Bengaluru North

Saudia jet to Malaysia forced to return as mother forgets baby at Jeddah terminal

Lok Sabha 2019 polls: Congress key meet begins in PM Modi's Gujarat, Hardik Patel likely to join party

Congress, JD(S) agree to share 4 seats in Karnataka; discussions going on for 4 more

Will UN designate Masood Azhar as global terrorist on March 13? China's backing uncertain

Pak must dismantle terror infrastructure, says US as Foreign Secretary Gokhale and Mike Pompeo meet

US to take action if Boeing 737 MAX safety issue found

Rouhani demands "decisive" action against terror groups, warns inaction would undermine Iran-Pak ties

9 fascinating facts about IAF's Pinaka guided extended range rockets

Time for India to follow suit? France, Germany, Netherlands, US banned use of EVMs [here's why]

Dhanush's Captain Miller has no buyers in Telugu states? Here's why

Deepika Padukone is a sight to behold in velvet gown; attends Academy Museum Gala with Selena Gomez, Dua Lip [see pics]