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Karnataka's IT sector pushes for 14-hour workday; govt takes cautious approach

The IT industry in Karnataka is pressuring the state government to consider a new legislation that proposes extended work hours for tech professionals. The proposed bill, which would permit software professionals to work for 14 hours a day, is currently under evaluation.

Jul 22, 2024

Trump questions Biden's fitness to continue as President after leaving race

Republican Party presidential candidate Donald Trump has questioned Joe Biden's fitness to continue as president after he dropped his re-election bid.

Jul 22, 2024

Over 34.7 cr Ayushman Bharat cards generated: Economic Survey

Ayushman Bharat cards cross 34.7 crore; leads nation's healthcare tranformation

In a significant stride towards universal healthcare, India's Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman announced that over 34.7 crore Ayushman Bharat cards have been generated. This announcement was made during the tabling of the Economic Survey document in Parliament, a day before the Union Budget announcement.

Jul 22, 2024

From pinnacle of presidency, Biden saw political career melt in pool of pathos

Starting as a local councillor 54 years ago, Joseph Robinette Biden reached his lifelong ambition of becoming the leader of the most powerful country only to see his career melt in a pool of pathos, his mental and physical capabilities called into question.

Jul 22, 2024

NEET showdown in Parliament: Akhilesh, Rahul question exam system; Education Minister responds

The Budget Session saw fiery exchanges on the very first day on Monday, as Rahul Gandhi and Akhilesh Yadav slammed the Government over paper leaks in NEET examinations and also questioned the entire Indian examination system. This drew a strong response as well as a rebuttal from Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan.

Jul 22, 2024

'Can't support someone who hates immigrants': Vinod Khosla counters Elon Musk on Trump

Khosla, an Indian-American investor, came out against Trump, saying it is hard for him to support someone with "no values, lies, cheats, rapes, demeans women, hates immigrants like me".

Jul 22, 2024

'Still called Cheater': Ranbir Kapoor on dating Deepika Padukone, Katrina Kaif after marrying Alia Bhatt and being doting daddy to Raha Kapoor

'Still called Cheater': Ranbir Kapoor on being called 'Casanova' for dating Deepika Padukone, Katrina Kaif and marrying Alia Bhatt

During his appearance on Nikhil Kamath's podcast, Ranbir said, "I dated two very successful actresses and that just became my identity that he is a casanova. I was labelled cheater for a very large part of my life and still, I am."

Jul 22, 2024

Omar Abdullah criticizes delayed response to rising terror activities in Jammu

Pointing toward the recent surge in terrorist activities in Jammu province, former Chief Minister and National Conference Vice President Omar Abdullah criticized the authorities for their delayed response in gauging the gravity of the worsening situation.

Jul 22, 2024

Kamala Harris sets about earning nomination as Biden bows out of Presidential race, donations pour in

ActBlue, an online platform for raising money for the Democratic Party, reported raising $27.5 million in small-dollar donations in the first five hours of Harris's presidential campaign.

Jul 22, 2024

Amid reports of infiltration from IB, BSF chief reviews border security in Jammu sector

After a high-level security review meeting in Jammu, BSF Director General Nitin Agrawal conducted a comprehensive tour of the International Border in the Jammu sector.

Jul 22, 2024

Centre convenes all-party meet today ahead of Budget Session

The Centre has convened an all-party meeting on Sunday ahead of the Budget Session of Parliament. The Budget Session will commence on Monday (July 22) and will conclude on August 12. Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman will present the Union budget in Parliament on July 23.

Jul 22, 2024

Bengal rail accident: Death toll rises to eight

Gonda train accident: Probe blames negligence of engineering section

An investigative report has revealed that negligence by the railway engineering section was the primary cause of the derailment of the 15904 Chandigarh-Dibrugarh Express in Uttar Pradesh's Gonda district, sources have said.

Jul 22, 2024

Mobile Internet, bulk SMS services suspended in Haryana's Nuh

The Haryana government has suspended mobile Internet and bulk SMS services in the state's Nuh district for 24 hours until 6 p.m. on Monday, owing to concerns of communal tension

Jul 22, 2024

Bangladesh imposes 'shoot-on-sight' order as death toll rises to 133 amid protests

Bangladesh's Quota Protests: Government's 'Shoot-on-Sight' Order Escalates Tensions

In a dramatic escalation of civil unrest, the government of Bangladesh has imposed a 'shoot-on-sight' order and a nationwide curfew in response to student-led protests against the quota system in government jobs. The protests, which have been ongoing for weeks, have resulted in the tragic loss of 133 lives, marking a grim milestone in the country's struggle for social justice.

Jul 21, 2024

K'taka HC recalls order stating only viewing child pornography is not an offence

The Karnataka High Court has recalled its recent order, which stated that only viewing child pornography is not an offense under the IT Act.

Jul 21, 2024

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Karnataka's IT sector pushes for 14-hour workday; govt takes cautious approach

Trump questions Biden's fitness to continue as President after leaving race

Ayushman Bharat cards cross 34.7 crore; leads nation's healthcare tranformation

From pinnacle of presidency, Biden saw political career melt in pool of pathos

NEET showdown in Parliament: Akhilesh, Rahul question exam system; Education Minister responds

'Can't support someone who hates immigrants': Vinod Khosla counters Elon Musk on Trump

'Still called Cheater': Ranbir Kapoor on being called 'Casanova' for dating Deepika Padukone, Katrina Kaif and marrying Alia Bhatt

Omar Abdullah criticizes delayed response to rising terror activities in Jammu

Kamala Harris sets about earning nomination as Biden bows out of Presidential race, donations pour in

Amid reports of infiltration from IB, BSF chief reviews border security in Jammu sector

Centre convenes all-party meet today ahead of Budget Session

Gonda train accident: Probe blames negligence of engineering section

Mobile Internet, bulk SMS services suspended in Haryana's Nuh

Bangladesh's Quota Protests: Government's 'Shoot-on-Sight' Order Escalates Tensions

K'taka HC recalls order stating only viewing child pornography is not an offence

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]