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Kharge defends decision to enter into pre-poll alliance with NC in J&K

Congress president accused BJP of diverting attention from failures in J&K and called for a focus on real issues. He also questioned BJP's failure to restore statehood, giving jobs to unemployed youth of J&K

Sep 21, 2024

Amit Shah blames Farooq for fostering terrorism in J&K, promises strong retaliation to Pakistan

Amit Shah criticizes Farooq Abdullah for encouraging terrorism in J&K, assures a strong response to Pakistan, and vows reservations and opportunities for Paharis, Gujjars, and Bakerwals.

Sep 21, 2024

Groundbreaking Discovery: Indian scientists find radio jet from dwarf galaxy interacting with interstellar gas

In a first, scientists at the Indian Institute of Astrophysics (IIA), an autonomous institute of the Department of Science and Technology (DST), have discovered interaction between a radio jet from a dwarf galaxy and interstellar gas causing shock waves.

Sep 21, 2024

EPFO Pledges over Rs 13 crore on employee welfare in FY25

The Employees' Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO) has announced to spend Rs 13.10 crore for welfare of its 15,529 employees across 145 offices in FY25, which includes Rs 74.37 lakh for holiday homes.

Sep 21, 2024

Oyo's $525M Acquisition: A New Chapter in Global Hospitality

Boosting its international presence, Indian hospitality major Oyo's parent company Oravel Stays is acquiring Motel 6 and Studio 6 chain with about 1,500 facilities across the US and Canada from the investment company Blackstone in a $525 million cash deal, the US firm said on Friday.

Sep 21, 2024

Vivad Se Vishwas: India's Answer to Pending Tax Disputes

The government on Saturday notified rules and forms for the Direct Tax Vivad Se Vishwas Scheme 2024 (DTVSV 2024) to resolve pending appeals in the case of income tax disputes.

Sep 21, 2024

Four BSF jawan on poll duty killed in road accident in Kashmir

DGP expresses anguish over tragedy and mourns over loss of lives. Div Com and IGP Kashmir visit injured soldiers at the hospital, and direct doctors to ensure the best possible care

Sep 21, 2024

Pulwama Attack Could Have Been Averted If Aircraft Were Provided to Troops: Cong

Senior Congress leader Parmod Tiwari seeks answers from PM Modi and Home Minister Shah on security failures and corruption allegations in J&K.

Sep 21, 2024

What is NPS Vatsalya pension scheme for your children [Explained]

Announced in the Union Budget 2024-25, the National Pension System Vatsalya (NPS Vatsalya) scheme is designed exclusively for minors, marking a significant advancement in financial planning.

Sep 20, 2024

Renewable energy share in India's power generation to reach 35 pc by FY30

The government has committed to achieving 50 per cent of its installed power capacity from non-fossil fuel sources by 2030.

Sep 20, 2024

Over 19,000 liquor bottles valued at Rs 61.70 lakh destroyed in Gujarat

Gondal Division Police in Gujarat destroyed over 19,365 foreign liquor bottles valued at Rs 61.70 lakh at an open space on Vora Kotda Road in Gondal city on Friday.

Sep 20, 2024

UN International Peace Day: Gurudev Sri Sri Ravi Shankar's Global Peace Efforts Revive Hope

Gurudev Sri Sri Ravi Shankar's peace efforts serve as a powerful reminder of the role of spirituality in global reconciliation. His ability to bridge divides and foster dialogue in war-torn regions underscores his belief that inner peace can pave the way for global harmony.

Sep 20, 2024

SC to hear today Maneka Gandhi's plea challenging election of SP MP from Sultanpur

The Supreme Court is slated to hear on Friday a plea filed by former Union Minister Maneka Gandhi challenging the election of Samajwadi Party's Rambhual Nishad as MP from Uttar Pradesh's Sultanpur Lok Sabha constituency.

Sep 20, 2024

Pawan Kalyan Vows Action Over Tirupati Laddu Controversy

Andhra Pradesh Deputy Chief Minister Pawan Kalyan said on Friday that the state government is committed to taking stringent action against those involved in the use of ghee mixed with animal fat in Tirupathi laddu.

Sep 20, 2024

Tension prevails in K'taka's Davanagere after stones pelted during Ganpati procession

Tension prevailed in Karnataka's Davanagere city on Friday following the incident of stone pelting during the Ganesh Visarjan procession.

Sep 20, 2024