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Cybercrime Spree: Fraudsters swindle Rs 1,447 Crore from innocent citizens in 2023-24

The number of digital fraud cases in the country has been steadily rising, as fraudsters continue to adopt various methods to deceive people

Aug 1, 2024

Basari Opticals Launches Interactive Workshops on Eye Health and Fashion

Learn about eye health and the latest trends in eyewear fashion with a free interactive workshop by Basari Opticals.

Aug 1, 2024

Srinagar Earns Prestigious 'World Craft City' Recognition

Srinagar, the summer capital of Jammu and Kashmir, has been awarded the title of 'World Craft City' by the World Crafts Council (WCC). This recognition is a testament to the city's rich cultural and artistic heritage and the exceptional skills of its artisans. The Lieutenant Governor of Jammu and Kashmir, Manoj Sinha, expressed his vision of seeing Jammu and Srinagar becoming the best art cities of India. This recognition is expected to boost the local economy, provide sustainable livelihood opportunities for local artisans, and contribute to the preservation and promotion of the region's unique cultural heritage.

Jul 31, 2024

Hamas chief Ismail Haniyeh assassinated in Tehran

The political head of Hamas, Ismail Haniyeh, has been assassinated in Tehran, Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) said in a statement on Wednesday.

Jul 31, 2024

PM Modi highlights unprecedented infrastructure growth and fiscal prudence at CII Conference

Prime Minister Narendra Modi addressed the CII's "Journey Towards Viksit Bharat" conference, emphasizing India's rapid infrastructure development, fiscal prudence despite the pandemic, and the government's clear commitment to improving ease of living and quality of life for all citizens.

Jul 31, 2024

Big relief for displaced persons as West Pakistani refugees get proprietary rights after 77 years

Living in different parts of Jammu province, displaced persons from West Pakistan were denied ownership rights of the land allotted to them due to Article 35-A.

Jul 31, 2024

Big relief for displaced persons as West Pakistani refugees get proprietary rights after 77 years

Living in different parts of Jammu province, displaced persons from West Pakistan were denied ownership rights of the land allotted to them due to Article 35-A.

Jul 31, 2024

Paris Olympics: India applaud Manu, Sarabjot for history making bronze medal

Manu Bhaker and Sarabjot Singh broke an array of records at the 2024 Olympic Games when they became the first Indians to win a team medal in shooting with a bronze in the 10 m Air Pistol Mixed Team event at Chateauroux, near Paris.

Jul 30, 2024

Heavy rain in Kerala's Palakkad district; highways submerged [video]

Eight districts including Palakkad are currently under red alert due to heavy rainfall

Jul 30, 2024

Budget Reflects India's Move Towards Global Dominance in Sunrise Sectors: PM

The Union Budget 2024-25 reflects optimism, with increased capital expenditure and a focus on green energy.

Jul 30, 2024

Aadi festival: As Mettur Dam opens, TN govt ups vigil on Delta districts

The Tamil Nadu government has stepped up vigil at the bathing ghats in delta districts of the state for the upcoming 'Aadi Perukku' as the water release from the Mettur dam has increased.

Jul 30, 2024

Alarming rise in landslides, time to focus on mapping prone areas: Rahul Gandhi on Wayanad tragedy

Leader of Opposition (LoP) in Lok Sabha, Rahul Gandhi, called for a swift rescue operation and also demanded enhanced compensation for the victims while participating in the discussion on the tragic landslides in Wayanad on Tuesday.

Jul 30, 2024

Jharkhand train accident: CM Mamata Banerjee attacks Centre after series of mishaps, says 'mismanagement'

West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee launched a scathing attack against the Centre following the derailment of the Howrah-Mumbai CSMT Mail accident in Jharkhand on Tuesday in which two persons were killed and over 50 injured.

Jul 30, 2024

Wayanad Landslides: Bodies found floating in Chaliyar River

Locals living in and around the Chaliyar River in Kerala's Malappuram district, around 100 km from Wayanad, were shocked to find around 10 bodies floating in the river on Tuesday.

Jul 30, 2024

'Women recognized by husband's name?': Angry Jaya Bachchan slams Rajya Sabha Chair when called 'Jaya Amitabh Bachchan'

"Sir, only Jaya Bachchan would have sufficed," she asserted in her objection. In response, the Deputy Chairman, smiling, reminded her that her full name in the records was "Jaya Amitabh Bachchan".

Jul 30, 2024