Vasundhara Raje lauds Army for providing assistance during calamities
Rajasthan Chief Minister Vasundhara Raje yesterday lauded the Army for providing assistance during natural calamities and saving lives and property in the state.
Opinion poll: Will not become complacent, says BJP
Buoyed by a pre-poll survey which gave it a majority in Bihar polls, BJP yesterday said its "wave" will turn into a "tsunami" but insisted that the party was not going to be complacent.
If the Crematorium was "shut" how did this NDTV genius take all these pics ?
"Images shot at 11:40 am showing NOTHING is happening at the Sec 25 crematorium, 200 metres from rally venue."
Reliance Industries bets big on start-ups to help lob India into global league
Reliance Industries has expressed its readiness to pump in more money to create an ecosystem to build high-value start-ups with an objective to put the country on the global map as a start-up and innovation hub at par with Israel and the Silicon Valley by 2022.
PGIMER Graduates get a 9/11 lecture from NaMo
Inaugurating the 34th Convocation of Post Graduate Institute of Medical Education and Research in Chandigarh today, Prime Minister Narendra Modi congratulated “all those who are beginning a new phase in their lives”.
After 10 year long wait government employees gets confirmation order
Puducherry Chief Minister N Rangasamy handed over job regularisation orders to 102 workers of the Department of Printing and Stationery, who were working on daily wage basis there for nearly 10 years.
Shameful distortion of news on NaMo in Chandigarh
"Entry of cremation ground being from sector 38 as even published in news but our journos chose to milk death for news"
Cyberabad cops hold meetings ahead of Ganesh festival, Bakrid
Cyberabad police commissioner C V Anand held separate meetings with representatives of Hindu and Muslim communities and informed them that police would be taking strict measures to prohibit the sale and slaughter of cows.
2 soldiers, 2 militants killed in encounter in Jammu & Kashmir
At least two soldiers and two militants were killed in an encounter at Handwara in Kupwara district of north Kashmir, army said today.
Against any type of restrictive activity: Ashok Gajapathi Raju on 5/20 rule
Civil Aviation Minister Ashok Gajapathi Raju yesterday said he is against restrictive policies that would hamper the growth of the civil aviation industry in the country.
Bloomberg wants to give Reuters competition ?
Now investors who trumpeted Modi’s rise to power are becoming increasingly disillusioned
Congress workers taken into preventive custody ahead of PM Modi's visit
Ahead of Prime Minister Narendra Modi's visit to the city today, around 500 Congress workers were taken into preventive custody by police here apprehending the possibility of a "breach of the peace".
Syrian Refugees are everyones problem except Saudi Arabia's ?
As Europe faces what is possibly its greatest refugee crisis since World War II, the issue remains a faraway problem for Japan, which accepted a mere 11 refugees in 2014.
Global Investors Meet attracted over Rs 2 lakh crore investments: Jayalalithaa
Tamil Nadu Chief Minister Jayalalithaa yesterday said investments proposals worth over Rs 2 lakh crore have been inked in various sectors including manufacturing and energy during the two-day Global Investors Meet (GIM) which concluded here today.
BJP flays Uttarakhand CM for asking Centre for fresh financial package
BJP yesterday attacked Chief Minister Harish Rawat for asking Prime Minister Narendra Modi to announce a fresh financial package for reconstruction work in disaster-hit areas of the state during his visit to Rishikesh tomorrow, saying the Congress government should first explain how it spent the last package given by the Centre.
Arshad Warsi's "Talibanization" reference to AR Rahman Fatwa ?
Bollywood actor Arshad Warsi recently expressed his view on what's happening with India. He wrote on Twitter: Talibanization of India is happening at an alarming rate. Regression is getting stronger by the day & there is 4 more years left.
Fatwa against A R Rahman
The fatwa, issued by Raza Academy, demands that Muslims reject Majidi's film titled ?Muhammad: Messenger of God? ? first of the trilogy on the life of Prophet Mohammad.
Thousands of incorrect caste certificates issued: Central Information Commission
Thousands of people of 'Chamar' community were issued caste certificates as 'Jatavs' because of apparently erroneous decision by the Delhi Government under Sheila Dikshit, a problem which could not be rectified even after the order was withdrawn.
US firms showing interest in smart-themed cities in Bengal
Major US companies are showing interest in participation in the proposed six smart-themed cities in West Bengal, according to state Finance minister Amit Mitra.
Bihar polls planned meticulously to ensure fairness: Election Commission
The Election Commission (EC) yesterday said the declaration of five-phased polls in Bihar was the outcome of a "meticulous" planning and expressed hope that the elections would be conducted in the "free and fair" manner.
India, Russia working on general agreement on collaboration
India and Russia are working together on a "general agreement" on collaboration in science and technology, which will enable the countries to exchange ideas on technology, scientists and students.
Potential Spoilers in Bihar Elections
With Lalu and Nitish deciding to fight on 100 seats each which is a significant clampdown from the previous elections (168 and 141 respectively), there are expected to be many rebel candidates from both these camps.
Ramnganiang Muivah takes charge as North Eastern Council Secretary
Senior bureaucrat Ramnganing Muivah yesterday took charge as secretary of the North Eastern Council .
E-voting - Gujarat shows the Way for Digital India
Gujarat government made it compulsory in local body elections. Now to make it easier for voter the government has set up a website where they can register and then cast their votes from the comfort of their home or wherever they are.
Mufti Mohammad Sayeed launches 'Model School Scheme' in Jammu & Kashmir
Aiming at providing quality education for all, Chief Minister Mufti Mohammad Sayeed yesterday launched the 'Model School Scheme' by inaugurating the state's first government model school in Basohli.
Andhra Pradesh Congress demands white paper on Pattiseema project
The Andhra Pradesh Congress Committee (APCC) yesterday demanded from the state government to issue a white paper on the Pattiseema irrigation project, stating that it is people's right to know the project details.
Nepal PM Sushil Koirala in fresh appeal to Madhesi parties for talks
Nepal's Prime Minister Sushil Koirala yesterday made a fresh appeal to Madhesi parties agitating over a proposed constitution to join its drafting process and help find a peaceful way to end the violent street protests that has claimed 33 lives.
BJP working on agenda and time table of RSS, alleges CPI(M)
CPI(M) yesterday accused the ruling BJP of working on an "agenda and time table" set by the RSS and said that fight has to be taken against the NDA government and the Hindutva outfit which follows "pernicious ideology" and engages in "communal politics".
Naxal commander surrenders in Telangana
A Maoist deputy commander of CPI(ML) group, carrying a cash reward of Rs 1 lakh on his head, surrendered before police here yesterday.
Criminal escape: Rajasthan government orders inquiry commission
An inquiry commission was ordered yesterday by the Rajasthan government into the escape of three criminals, including gangster Anandpal Singh, from police custody in Nagaur district.
Li Keqiang says future of Chinese economy bright
Allaying fears over China's economic slowdown, Premier Li Keqiang has said that the future of the world's second largest economy is "bright" due to its solid base and ruled out any hard landing.
Indian-origin entrepreneur in Fortune's list of powerful women
An Indian-origin entrepreneur has been named among the most promising businesswomen of 2015 by Fortune magazine in its annual recognition of 10 women innovators, ground breakers and game changers.
Barack Obama to honour Indian-American Jhumpa Lahiri at White House
S President Barack Obama will honour Indian-American Pulitzer Prize winner Jhumpa Lahiri with the prestigious National Humanities Medal in recognition of her enlarging the human story.
No room for aspiration to contest Rajya Sabha poll: V Vaithilingam
Leader of the opposition in Puducherry Assembly and former Chief Minister V Vaithilingam yesterday said since his party Congress is numerically small with a strength of seven MLAs in the 30 member Assembly, it would be unwise to entertain any aspiration or talk that the party would contest the biennial poll.
Bobby Jindal to launch frontal attack against Donald Trump
Indian-American presidential aspirant Bobby Jindal has said he would launch a frontal attack on his leading Republican rival Donald Trump, a day after his campaign launched a video that compared the real estate baron to an actor infamous for his public meltdown.
We need more skilled workers in industry: Kamal Haasan
National-Award winning actor Kamal Haasan today emphasised on the need to develop the skills of workers employed in the film industry to address the lack of skilled professionals.
Delhi Dialogue Commission bats for generation of 1 GW solar power by 2020
Delhi government's advisory body Delhi Dialogue Commission (DDC) today presented a draft policy recommending generation of 1,000 MW solar power capacity for the national capital till 2020.
As row continues in Maharashtra, Rajasthan bans meat sale for 3 days
After Maharashtra, a ban on sale of meat and fish has been ordered in Rajasthan for three days this month in view of Jain festivals even as the row over such a directive continued in Mumbai where ruling BJP's ally Shiv Sena and opposition MNS hit the streets to protest.
Global Investors Meet investment enough, say no to liquor revenue: BJP tells Tamil Nadu
BJP today reiterated its demand of banning the sale and consumption of liquor in Tamil Nadu, while advocating that investment inflow through the ongoing Global Investors Meet would bring revenue and aid development in the state.
Call drops: TRAI recommendations on compensation by mid-October
With the problem of call drops becoming acute, regulator TRAI today said it will issue final recommendations by mid-October on compensation to be paid by mobile operators to their customers.
Nepalese women's rape: Protest held outside Saudi embassy
A group of women's rights activists today held a protest outside Saudi Arabian Embassy demanding action against one of its diplomats who allegedly confined and raped two Nepalese women at his flat in Gurgaon.
Drums, speeches, 'Lal Salaam' slogans dominate JNU Presidential debate
Beating of drums, motivated speeches and shouting of 'Lal Salaam' marked the Presidential debate at Jawaharlal Nehru University, ahead of its student union elections.
42 teachers booked for using fake documents to get jobs in Haryana
As many as 42 teachers, including 19 women, working at various government schools in the district have been booked for getting jobs allegedly on the basis of fake documents and impersonation during the recruitment examination.
Recall of witnesses in Uber rape case: Supreme Court sets aside Delhi High Court order
The Supreme Court today set aside the Delhi High Court order allowing the accused to recall and re-examine 13 prosecution witnesses, including the victim, in the Uber cab rape case.
Three DHD (Action group) militants killed in encounter
Three hardcore militants, including the Chairman-cum-Commander-in-Chief, of the Dima Halam Daoga (Action group) were killed in an encounter with security forces today in Assam's Dima Hasao district, police said.
Maharashtra likely to monitor industrial water discharge in MIDC areas
The state government is mulling a plan to monitor industrial water discharge in the Maharashtra Industrial Development Corporation (MIDC) areas with a view to keeping pollution in check.
MEA seeks cooperation from Saudi Embassy in alleged rape case
India today asked Saudi Arabia to cooperate with the investigation against its Delhi-based diplomat, who has been accused of rape and torture by two Nepalese women working at his house in Gurgaon on the outskirts of the national capital.
24-hour Sadar Hills bandh called in Manipur
The Joint Action Committee (JAC) spearheading the current agitation in the state, has given a call for a 24-hour bandh in Sadar Hill area in Senapati district beginning midnight tonight including National Highway No 2 and a portion of Asian Highway No 1.
Indian women face widespread job restrictions: World Bank
Women in India are not allowed to work in mining or in jobs that require lifting weights above a certain threshold or working with glass, according to a latest World Bank report on South Asia's largest economy.
Schools in Chandigarh to shut tomorrow for PM Modi's visit
All schools in Chandigarh will remain closed tomorrow in the wake of Prime Minister Narendra Modi's visit here, officials said here today.
Work with clear conscience: Arvind Kejriwal tells students
Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal has urged students to work with honesty and with a clear conscience to bravely face the challenges on the way.
Devendra Fadnavis unveils Ambedkar statue in Japan
Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis, who is on a four-day visit to Japan, unveiled the statute of Bharat Ratna Dr. Babasahab Ambedkar at Koyasan University in Japan today.
Ensure there is no sale of beef in Jammu & Kashmir: High Court to police
The Jammu and Kashmir High Court has directed the police to ensure that there is no sale of beef anywhere in the state and that strict action is taken against those who violate the law.
PM Modi to dedicate new civil air terminal at Chandigarh to nation
Prime Minister Narendra Modi will dedicate the new civil terminal building at the airport here to the nation tomorrow.
Tata to deliver 1st lot of all terrain defence vehicles by December
Tata Motors today said it will deliver the first lot of all terrain heavy mobility vehicles to the defence forces by December.
Winter Session could be advanced to pass GST Bill: M Venkaiah Naidu
The government, which had to give up its plan to call extended Monsoon Session of Parliament to get the GST Bill approved, today said the Winter Session could be advanced immediately after the Bihar polls to pass the key reform measure, which it proposes to roll out from April next year.
Department of Science and Technology institutions contributing to Digital India in big way
Institutions and organisations under the Department of Science and Technology (DST) are contributing to Digital India "in a very big way" with the super computer mission expected to be a major contributor, DST Secretary Prof Ashutosh Sharma said today.
Hindi will be at top in digital world: PM Modi
Stating that English, Chinese and Hindi will rule the digital world in the coming days, Prime Minister Narendra Modi today noted that the language market was huge and companies can cash in on it by developing apps at the earliest
Soon a portal to help pensioners get digital life certificates
A new portal to facilitate lakhs of pensioners in getting digital life certificates and other beneficiary features will soon be made functional, Union Minister Jitendra Singh said here today.
Be vigilant to thwart designs of subversive elements: Jammu and Kashmir DGP
Advocating 'innovative changes' to counter the latest challenges of cyber crime and terrorism, Director General of Jammu and Kashmir Police K Rajendra Kumar has asked his men to remain vigilant to thwart the designs of "subversive elements" to revitalise the dormant cells and create unrest in the state.
Ban private practice by government doctors during working hours: Jammu and Kashmir panel
A Committee of Jammu and Kashmir Legislative Assembly has asked the state government to ensure complete ban on private practice of doctors during "office hours" and closure of all unregistered medical shops and illegal sex determination centres in the state.
Set age-wise target for complete literacy by 2016: Smriti Irani
Union HRD Minister Smriti Irani today asked officers of the adult literacy mission to fix age-wise target to attain complete literacy in the next one year.
Meat ban: Sena hits out at Jain community; accuses volte face
Slamming Jains for their insistence on banning sale of meat during their festival 'Paryushan', the Shiv Sena today said the community's stance on practicing "non-violence" comes as a surprise now as they purportedly supported violence during the 1993 riots in the city.
Mira-Bhayandar meat restrictions - Congress must explain its 2004 order
The effect Modi as PM and BJP CM in Maharashtra can have on public memory and politics is evident from political reactions to "meat ban" in Mira-Bhayandar.
NIA announces cash reward for information on rebel Naga leaders
Three months after the gruesome attack in Manipur that left 18 army personnel dead, NIA today announced a cash reward of Rs 7 lakh for information leading to arrest of S S Khaplang, Chief of NSCN-K, a rebel Naga group allegedly responsible for the killings.
FTII Hunger Strike - Mockery of Civil Disobedience
Intensifying their agitation, three students of Film and Television Institute of India (FTII) went on an indefinite hunger strike today to press their demand for the removal of Gajendra Chauhan as the chairman of the institution.
Chandigarh gears up for PM Modi's visit
Security has been beefed up ahead of Prime Minister Narendra Modi's visit scheduled tomorrow in Mohali to inaugurate the international airport.
Meat ban: Sena, MNS take to street
Wrangling over the ban on sale of meat by Municipal Corporation of Greater Mumbai (MCGM) during Jain fasting period 'Paryushan' spilled on to the street today with Shiv Sena and Maharashtra Navnirman Sena (MNS) setting up stall to sell meat in defiance of the order in busy Dadar area.
FTII row: 3 students go on indefinite hunger strike
Intensifying their agitation, three students of Film and Television Institute of India (FTII) went on an indefinite hunger strike today to press their demand for the removal of Gajendra Chauhan as chairman of the prestigious institution.
'Loss to country' if we forget Hindi : PM Modi
Prime Minister Narendra Modi today stressed on the need for concerted efforts to promote and enrich Hindi and said that the language, along with English and Chinese, "will be influential in the digital world in the coming days".
Amend CAG Act to make it part of legislature: PACs conference suggests
Suggestions to amend the CAG Act to make the audit watchdog a part of the legislature as in the UK and Australia, empower Public Accounts Committees to examine PPP projects and bring finances of NGOs under Audit's purview were made at a conference here.
Railways to invest USD 140 billion, Japan to modernise 400 stations
Japan has agreed to modernise 400 railway stations across the country while participating in Indian Railways' USD 140 billion investment over the next five years.
Commemorating Bagha Jatin's 100 years of martyrdom
India is commemorating the death centenary of Bagha Jatin today. 100 years ago, on this day, the nationalist revolutionary succumbed to severe bullet injuries in Balasore hospital following a gallant battle with British Police.
Uttar Pradesh eyes 40 investment pacts worth over Rs 33,000 cr
Uttar Pradesh expects to sign as many as 40 agreements entailing investments worth of over Rs 33,000 crore across diverse sectors, a senior official said.
Rajasthan inks MoUs worth Rs 30,530 cr with petroleum companies
Rajasthan government yesterday signed MoUs worth Rs 30,530 crore with nine petroleum companies including Cairn India, GAIL and IOC for facilitating gas distribution, pipeline network and terminals for exploration and production activities.
Rajasthan looks to protect water sources from 'contamination attack'
In view of "possible attempt" to contaminate water in areas along the International Border in Barmer, Rajasthan Public health and engineering department has directed its officials to monitor water sources to prevent any such incident, an official said yesterday.
FIR against Somnath Bharti over domestic violence complaint
Delhi Police have registered an FIR against former state law minister and AAP MLA Somnath Bharti over domestic violence allegations levelled against him by his wife, Lipika Mitra.
Tributes paid to Govind Ballabh Pant on birth anniversary
The nation today paid tributes to former Union Home Minister and Bharat Ratna Pandit Govind Ballabh Pant on his 128th birth anniversary.
Maharashtra to restructure Economics and Statistics department
The Maharashtra government will restructure the Economics and Statistics wing of the Planning department and has formed a committee to study the problems faced by the staff of the Directorate of Economics and Statistics.
Vishwa Hindi Sammelan in Bhopal - Live
Prime Minister Narendra Modi is addressing the three-day 10th Vishwa Hindi Sammelan (World Hindi Conference) in Bhopal today.
Industry hails Gold Monetisation & Sovereign Gold Bond schemes
The industry welcomed the government's approval of Gold Monetisation and Sovereign Gold Bond schemes saying it will give a positive boost to the industry and help reducing imports.
Pakistan violates ceasefire in Poonch
There was no let up in ceasefire violations by Pakistani troops as they once again resorted to unprovoked firing from across the Line of Control (LoC) along Poonch district of Jammu and Kashmir, forcing Indian troops to retaliate.
Maharahtra: Citizens to get birth, death certificates online
Expanding its e-services interface, Maharashtra government is all set to bring the process for issuing caste, birth and death certificates online from next month.
NaMo in Bhopal blasts Sonia Congress for Hawaala-baazi
Addressing BJP workers in Bhopal today, Prime Minister Narendra Modi blasted Congress over obstructionism.
FTII: Information and Broadcasting Ministry examining recommendations of 3-member panel
With the impasse at Film and Television Institute of India (FTII) continuing, the Information and Broadcasting Ministry is examining the recommendations of a three-member committee on the issue related to assessment of the 2008 batch.
Monsoon revives in central India, southern peninsula, says IMD
Monsoon rains have revived in the worst-hit central India and southern peninsula regions that would help boost kharif crops and water level in reservoirs, a top official of MeT Department said yesterday.
More steps required to make India investment friendly: Confederation of Indian Industry
More steps needs to be taken to make India an investment friendly destination as there is a long way to go, a top leader of an association of Indian businesses has said here in the US.
NTPC likely to start DVC's Raghunathpur plant takeover in December
Country's largest power generator NTPC is likely to start the process of taking over Damodar Valley Corp's (DVC) 2,520-MW Raghunathpur thermal power plant by December.
Godavari, Krishna rivers in Andhra Pradesh to be linked next week
In a good news to farmers of the region, Godavari and Krishna rivers would be formally linked next week in Andhra Pradesh as per the government's ambitious plan for their inter-linkage and towards making the state "drought-proof".
World Obstetric Anesthesia Congress to start from September 11
The first World Obstetric Anesthesia Congress organised by the Prerna Anesthesia and Critical Care services along Association of Obstetric Anesthesiologists (AOA) will be held aimed at standardising and exchanging of ideas in this field.
Initial salary of women in IT sector higher than men: Report
Even as IT sector stands male-dominated, when it comes to initial salaries, women earn at par or more than their male counterparts, according to a recent survey.
DUSU Polls - Niti Exclusive with Nupur Sharma
"Delhi students are not fools," former DUSU president Nupur Sharma on Kejriwal's interference in Delhi University Students union elections. Listen to Nupur Sharma blasting Delhi Chief Minister Kejriwal over his DUSU antics.
Mobile science exhibition to travel to rural Punjab
Punjab Chief Minister Parkash Singh Badal yesterday flagged off 'Mobile Science Exhibition', a bus consisting of science equipment and gadgetry to impart scientific knowledge to students in the rural belt.
Blackmoney: No compounding of cases falling under new Act
Cases of Indians holding funds stashed abroad and falling under the purview of the new anti-black money law will not have scope to enjoy the facility of compounding of the offence as compared to such provisions existing in the Income Tax Act, the CBDT has said.
European Union unveils 'bold' plan to share 160,000 refugees
EU Commission chief Jean-Claude Juncker unveiled major plans today to force the bloc to share 160,000 refugees and ease the pressure on border states from the worst migration crisis since World War II.
Saudi Arabian embassy rejects allegations against its diplomat
The embassy of Saudi Arabia yesterday termed as "false" the allegations of sexual assault against one of its diplomats and said it has protested to the External Affairs Ministry over "police intrusion" into a diplomat's house in violation of "all diplomatic conventions".
Pakistan journalist shot dead by gunmen
A senior Pakistani journalist was yesterday shot dead by unidentified gunmen outside his house here, a day after an employee of a leading media house was killed in the city in the latest attack on media persons in the country.
Policy to stop euthanasia of Army dogs in 6 months
Indian Army dogs, which are put to sleep after their retirement, can hope to get a new lease of life with the government yesterday informing Delhi High Court that it would come out with a policy on the issue within six months.
Islamic institution denounces ISIS, issues fatwa against it
An Islamic institution here has denounced the activities of ISIS as "anti-Islam" and issued a 'fatwa' against it, while cautioning the Indian youth against falling in the trap of the barbaric terror outfit.
Fake currency racket busted in Thane; two held
With the arrest of two persons from Sahebganj in Jharkhand, the Anti-Extortion Cell (AEC) of Thane police yesterday claimed to have burst a major fake currency circulation racket here, seizing counterfeit notes worth Rs 3.75 lakhs from them.
Over 100 illegally constructed shops, buildings demolished
City corporation officials yesterday demolished about 100 shops, constructed on encroached land and creating traffic congestion at Ganapati area on the State Highway, police said.
Three separatist leaders join Geelani's Hurriyat Conference
Hardline Hurriyat Conference led by Syed Ali Shah Geelani yesterday received a shot in the arm when three prominent separatist leaders, including Shabir Shah, joined the group, batting for a unified platform for carrying forward their struggle for resolution of Kashmir issue.
Naxalite with Rs 8 lakh reward on head killed in Gadchiroli
A dreaded naxalite who was carrying a reward of Rs 8 lakh on his head has been killed in an encounter in Gadchiroli district of Maharashtra, police said yesterday.
Government college principal removed over graft charges
A government college principal has been removed from her post following graft allegations by the guardians here.
The Dirty Picture- a spotlight on urban waste management
Garbage disposal sites in the city have turned venues for a new art project that seeks to create awareness about the benefits of recycling using popular Bollywood film posters as backdrops.
Hillary Clinton apologises for using private email; says 'I am sorry'
Democratic presidential front- runner Hillary Clinton has apologised for using private email account during her term as the secretary of state, calling it a "mistake" as the controversy threatens to derail her campaign.
Queen Elizabeth II becomes Britain's longest-reigning monarch
Etching a special place in history, Queen Elizabeth II yesterday became Britain's longest-reigning monarch after surpassing Queen Victoria's rule of over 63 years, as heart-felt tributes, fanfare and a gun salute marked the momentous occasion.
172 people miraculously escape after British Airways jet catches fire in US
All 172 people on board a British Airways plane had a miraculous escape today after an engine of the aircraft burst into flames on the runway just before taking off from Las Vegas to London.
India has done most for Tibet: Sikyong Dr. Lobsang Sangay
Sikyong (equivalent to the Prime Minster) Dr. Lobsang Sangay of the Central Tibetan Administration who governs from Dharmasala in Himachal Pradesh talked about ‘Tibet and geopolitics of Asia' during a discussion hosted by the Takshashila Institution.
Nitish Kumar donates over Rs 14 cr to PM's Relief Fund for Nepal quake victims
Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar today send a cheque of over Rs 14.41 crore to Prime Minister's Relief fund for rehabilitation work for Nepal quake victims.
Birtish trade minister to discuss Doha Round with Nirmala Sitharaman
Ahead of the meeting with Union Minister Nirmala Sitharaman, British trade and investment minister Lord Francis Maude yesterday said there is a need to find concrete solutions for the Doha Round of WTO talks
Three illicit minigun factories unearthed in Bihar
Three illicit minigun factories were unearthed and two persons held in this connection from Arsandi village in Navgachhia police district of Bihar today, a police officer said.
Quota stir: Gujarat government panel submits report to CM Anandiben Patel
A high-level committee, formed to negotiate and suggest ways in the wake of reservation demands being raised by various communities in Gujarat, submitted its report to Chief Minister Anandiben Patel today.
Assam government committed to revitalise ATCL
Assam Chief Minister Tarun Gogoi today said the state government is committed to revitalise the Assam Tea Corporation Limited (ATCL).
Strike by fishermen enters 5th day
Fish trade in this island remained paralysed for the fifth day today with the mechanised fishing boat owners boycotting fishing operations for the fifth day today demanding among other things steps to secure the release of 16 fishremen arrested by the Sri Lankan navy last month.
Need to keep coordination between 'satta-sangathan': BJP
Rajasthan Chief Minister Vasundhara Raje and BJP leader Sodan Singh today asked first time MLAs to maintain a better coordination with "Satta and Sangathan" as it would show their better personality as public representative.
Kerala government gives administrative sanction to Light Metro Project
Kerala government today accorded administrative sanction for light metro projects in the cities of Kozhikode and Thiruvananthapuram with Delhi Metro Rail Corporations as the implementation agency.
Himalaya Diwas celebrated in Uttarakhand
Himalaya Diwas was today celebrated in Uttarakhand with noted environmentalist Sundarlal Bahuguna administering an oath to children to conserve the Himalayas.
Need to carry forward Mahatma Gandhi's legacy of peace: Ban Ki-moon
Invoking Mahatma Gandhi's message that there will be no lasting peace unless people learn to respect faiths of others, UN chief Ban Ki-moon today called on the global community to carry forward the Indian leader's legacy to end the "terrible suffering" in the world.
CM Parkash Singh Badal announces to enhance pension of war widows
War widows of Armed forces personnel in Punjab will get financial assistance of Rs 2,000 per month in addition to the already existing pension and other benefits granted to them, Chief Minister Parkash Singh Badal said here today.
Delhi municipal bodies to continue sealing drive against illegal mobile towers
All three municipal corporations in the capital have decided to continue their sealing drive against illegal mobile towers even as people grapple with the nagging problem of call drops and slow network services.
BJP holds meeting with allies on seat sharing arrangement
With Bihar election dates announced, BJP today held separate meetings with its allies to give final shape to their seat-sharing arrangements amid feud between its two partners, Mahadalit leader Jitan Ram Manjhi and Ram Vilas Paswan-led LJP.
K Chandrasekhar Rao wants Hyderabad to host the next WEF annual conference
Telangana Chief Minister K Chandrasekhar Rao today urged Klaus Schwab, the Executive Chairman of World Economic Forum, to hold the next WEF annual conference in Hyderabad.
BJP starts two-day Chintan baithak in West Bengal
The BJP in West Bengal today started a two-day 'chintan baithak' to discuss the strategy for the upcoming Assembly elections in 2016. Apart from the strategy, the meeting will also discuss various organisational issues, according to BJP national secretary Siddharth Nath Singh.
Odisha State Cooperative Bank begins 'Banks on Wheels' service in remote areas
To reach the farmers and other people in remote areas of the state, the Odisha State Cooperative Bank Limited (OSCB) today launched 'Banks of Wheels' scheme in 20 backward blocks covering 16 districts
Rao Inderjit Singh, Sharad Pawar meet M Venkaiah Naidu to discuss Smart City Mission
Union Minister of Planning Rao Inderjit Singh and NCP leader Sharad Pawar today met Urban Development Minister M Venkaiah Naidu and discussed implementation of Smart City Mission including selection of cities in different states.
BSF personnel to get yoga lessons from yoga guru Ramdev
BSF personnel of Rajasthan Frontier headquarter, posted here and at Jaisalmer, will get lessons from yoga guru Ramdev to keep themselves mentally and physically fit while working in stressful and inhospitable work condition.
Japan delegation expresses interest in Andhra Pradesh capital development
A team of Japanese officials today met Andhra Pradesh chief Minister Chandrababu Naidu and evinced interest in financially aiding the development of the proposed state capital of Amaravathi.
Arvind Kejriwal asks workers to strengthen AAP in Karnataka
Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal today appreciated the 'people-oriented' agitational programmes of the Aam Aadmi party's local unit and urged them to reinforce the organisation.
Fiery politics triggered student migration from Bengal: Jawahar Sircar
The migration of students from West Bengal, where Renaissance started in the late 18th century, to Delhi and other centres of learning since the 60s was the result of an all-round decline triggered by "fiery political agitations", Prasar Bharati CEO Jawahar Sircar today said.
Man gets life imprisonment for rape, murder of 8-yr-old girl
A special women's court here today sentenced a man to life imprisonment for raping and murdering an eight-year-old girl in Nehru Nagar area of suburban Kurla in 2010.
Bihar to have five-phase polls from October 12, Counting on November 8
Bihar will have five-phase Assembly elections between October 12 and November 5 and counting of votes will take place on November 8. Chief Election Commissioner Nasim Zaidi today said polls to the 243-seat Assembly will be held on October 12, 16, 28, November 1 and 5.
NCP corporator held in bribery case: ACB
An NCP corporator has been arrested from her home for allegedly accepting a bribe of Rs 50,000, Anti-Corruption Bureau (ACB) officials said today.
Jitendra Singh to inaugurate good governance workshop
A two-day workshop on best practices in citizen centric governance will be inaugurated here tomorrow by Union Minister Jitendra Singh.
Bokaro Steel Plant not to go for big investments
Bokaro Steel Plant (BSP), a part of state-owned SAIL, will not go for big investments but opt for small ticket ones, in view of the current industry scenario, an official of the steel plant said.
External Affairs Ministry seeks police report in Saudi diplomat case
A day after a Saudi diplomat was booked on rape charges, External Affairs Ministry today said that further steps in the case will be taken once it receives a detailed report from the local police.
Indian-origin boy sweeps Australian spelling bee contest
Anirudh Kathirvel, a nine-year-old Indian-origin boy is Australia's new spelling champion after he won the 50,000 dollars 'The Great Australian Spelling Bee' competition.
Not thinking of resigning, says Rakesh Maria after abrupt transfer
A day after he was shunted out of the post of Mumbai Police Commissioner, senior IPS officer Rakesh Maria today said he was not contemplating quitting.
Conserving crop diversity essential to achieve zero hunger
With the twin challenges of population growth and climate change, there is a need to conserve native seeds from the world over that will help in achieving food security, a top Crop Trust executive has said.
Government revises estimates for 4-laning of NH-1A sections in Jammu & Kashmir
The government today revised the cost estimates for four-laning of Ramban to Banihal and the Udhampur to Ramban section of the National Highway 1A (NH-1A) in Jammu & Kashmir (J&K).
Amit Shah to present award to Gandhian Natwar Thakkar
BJP president Amit Shah will present an award to noted Gandhian and social activist Natwar Thakkar later this week for his contribution towards the welfare of people of Nagaland.
PM Modi to inaugurate 'Vishwa Hindi Sammelan' in Bhopal tomorrow
Prime Minister Narendra Modi will inaugurate the three-day 10th Vishwa Hindi Sammelan (World Hindi Conference) here tomorrow.
Centre's minorities schemes to be implemented in Rajasthan in phased manner
Reaching out to the minorities in the state, BJP General Secretary Farooq Khan today said that a number of schemes for minorities "initiated" by the Centre would be implemented in a phased manner in Rajasthan.
Arun Jaitley announces Sovereign Gold Bond Scheme at Cabinet Briefing
Union Finance Minister Arun Jaitley; IT Minister Ravi Shankar Prasad and Power Minister Piyush Goyal addressed the media on cabinet meeting today.
'Daily release can make sharing Cauvery water a smooth affair'
Amid the continuing row over sharing of Cauvery water by Tamil Nadu and Karnataka, a member of the Expert Committee on Interlinking of Rivers today suggested it could be made a smooth affair if the quantum was released on daily basis instead of monthly basis.
Indian-origin named CEO of US Green Building
Indian-origin Mahesh Ramanujam has been named the new CEO of the prestigious US Green Building Council (USGBC), a non-profit organisation that promotes sustainability in how buildings are designed, built, and operated.
CYSS hopes to ride 'Kejriwal wave' in DUSU polls
Barely seven months after the party stormed to power in the national capital, members of AAP's students' wing -- Chhatra Yuva Sangharsh Samiti (CYSS) -- are leaving no stone unturned to make sure that they emerge on top in the DUSU polls riding the 'Arvind Kejriwal wave'.
J Manjula appointed as DRDO's first woman Director General
Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) today said it has got its first woman Director General with the appointment of J Manjula as Director General, Electronics & Communication Systems cluster.
Why UP Human Rights Commission is headless: HC to state govt
The Allahabad High Court sought a reply from Uttar Pradesh government on a petition questioning the failure to fill up the post of Chairperson of the State Human Rights Commission, which has been lying vacant for the past several months.
Centre invites applications for CIC appointments
The Centre today invited applications for appointment as Chief Information Commissioner and Information Commisioners in CIC.
Cabinet clears gold bond, monetisation schemes
The Cabinet today approved Gold Bond and Gold Monetisation schemes to reduce the metal's demand in physical form and fish out idle gold lying with households and other entities.
No special sitting on GST; President to prorogue Monsoon Session
Government today decided not to hold special session of Parliament to pass the constitution amendment bill for rolling out GST and will recommend to the President to prorogue the Monsoon Session.
Amjad Ali Khan presented 'Swati Puraskar' by Kerala government
Renowned Sarod maestro Ustad Amjad Ali Khan was today conferred with Kerala Goverment's prestigious music award, 'Swathi Sangeetha Puraskaram' for his outstanding contribution to Indian music.
Jammu not a tourist hub due to delayed projects: Chamber of Commerce and Industry Jammu
The Chamber of Commerce and Industry Jammu(CCIJ)has said that Jammu region has failed to find place in the tourism map of the country because of undue delay in taking up the already sanctioned tourism projects by the State government.
National Human Rights Commission to hold public hearings on health rights
With a view to looking into the issue of violation of people's rights in the public and private healthcare sectors, the National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) has decided to hold public hearings on 'Right to Healthcare' in different cities.
Pakistan delegation in India for talks between border forces
The Director General-level talks between border forces of India and Pakistan kicks off tomorrow days after parleys between their NSAs were cancelled with the host nation set to flag the "most important" issue of ceasefire violations and cross-border infiltration.
TMC flays Congress, describes its march a 'total failure'
The ruling Trinamool Congress in West Bengal today strongly criticised the Congress march to the state secretariat Nabanna, saying the movement was a total "failure".
Jayalalitha woos investors, targets USD 250 billion infrastructure investment
Inviting global investors to take advantage of industry-friendly policies of Tamil Nadu, Chief Minister Jayalalithaa today said the state had set an investment target of USD 250 billion in the infrastructure sector in the coming years.
Bihar goes to polls - 8th November end to #JungleRaj ?
Election Commission called for a press conference to announce the schedule and phases of Bihar Assembly polls.
Cannot consider one-year pension revision under OROP: Parrikar
Defence Minister Manohar Parrikar today said the demand of armed forces veterans for annual revision of pension under "One Rank One Pension" (OROP) scheme could not be considered as definition of OROP does not specify any timeframe for upgradation of pension.
Cyber crimes: NHRC issues notice to Tamil Nadu police
National Human Rights Commission has issued notice to Tamil Nadu police on a complaint that non-registration of FIRs for cyber crimes "continues unabated" in the state.
Jayalalithaa lauds PM Modi's investor-friendly initiatives
Tamil Nadu CM J Jayalalithaa today credited Prime Minister Narendra Modi with spearheading investor-friendly initiatives, saying it will "enthuse" businesses planning to invest in states.
UP govt launches publicity campaign through Delhi Metro
In order to encourage foreigners and other tourists in the state, the UP tourism department today launched a publicity campaign to promote its heritage sites throughout the national capital.
Nirmala Sitharaman hails Tamil Nadu, lists steps to speed up investment flow
Hailing Tamil Nadu as an investor- friendly state with lot of opportunities waiting to be tapped, Union Commerce Minister Nirmala Sitharaman today listed Centre's initiatives like work to cut down on multiple prior permissions and keeping regulatory mechanism at the minimal level to speed up investment flow.
Demolition drive in east Delhi: Four buses vandalised
As many as four public buses were allegedly vandalised by around 20 unidentified persons who were staging a protest against the anti-encroachment demolition drive on a part of a temple in east Delhi's Laxmi Nagar area today.
Want GST to be implemented from April 2016: Arun Jaitley
Finance Minister Arun Jaitley today said he wants the GST to be implemented from April next year, but warned that the new indirect tax regime may get delayed by sometime if Congress continues to obstruct it.
Odisha Govt asks senior IAS officers for dev work in 4 distts
The Odisha government today engaged four senior IAS officers to accelerate development activities in four Left Wing Extremism-affected districts.
Pakistan should discuss concerns over LoC violations with India : Asoke Mukerji
India's top diplomat at the UN has said Pakistan should discuss its "concerns" over LoC ceasefire violations in Jammu and Kashmir bilaterally, days after Pakistan wrote to the UN Security Council on the issue.
Government won't go soft on pursuit of black money: Arun Jaitley
Refusing to relent on the pursuit of black money, Finance Minister Arun Jaitley today said the government will not "go soft" on bringing unaccounted wealth back into the formal system.
Bharat Niti hosts a Social Media Conclave on Governance
Bharat Niti, a public policy forum, has organised a two-day national conclave on ‘Social Media for Good Governance and Inclusive Development'.
Sagarmala Programme to be implemented in Odisha soon
In a bid to develop ports, port-based maritime and manufacturing zones, the Sagarmala Programme will soon be implemented in Odisha jointly by the Centre and the state government.
Election Commission likely to announce Bihar poll dates today
Poll dates for the high-voltage Bihar Assembly elections are likely to be announced by the Election Commission today.
7 Indians missing, 13 alive after airstrike on boats in Yemen
At least seven out of 20 Indian crew members are missing after their boats came under aerial bombardment while plying between Somalia and Yemen, External Affairs Ministry said today.
Customs official arrested while taking Rs 2.5 lakh bribe at Bangalore International Airport
CBI has arrested a Superintendent of Customs posted at Bangalore International Airport for allegedly demanding and accepting a bribe of Rs 2.5 lakh from an exporter.
Nagaland Peace Process will determine Success of NaMo's 'Look East Policy'
Modi government has correctly understood the problems and their sentiments of people of Nagaland. That's why GoI has recognised the unique history, culture, position of Nagas with their sentiments and aspirations.
