Who knew Mahesh Rangarajan was a Sonia favourite
After the controversy over the BJP government's plan to recast the Nehru Memorial Museum and Library as a museum of governance showcasing contemporary India, the Ministry of Culture is now preparing the grounds for action to be taken against the memorial'
DU Polls Counting today - Will Kejriwal get a jolt ?
"Counting Centers for DUSU elections in Delhi, results to be declared today."
ISI's illicit progeny
How Pakistan's intelligence agency created a pliant proxy and implacable foe of India
Kashmir unites against Hapless Refugees from Pakistan and PoK
It was this Article that dashed all the hopes of the refugees from Pakistan that they would obtain citizenship rights in the State and lead a dignified life as Indian nationals in Jammu and Kashmir.
"this Muslim leftwinger can become London's next mayor"
Some Labourites think Khan's selection over Tessa Jowell is a disaster. But he's sure he can beat the Tory Zac Goldsmith ? and he may be right
'Raksha Bandhan' celebrated in UK Parliament
The festival of 'Raksha Bandhan' has been celebrated at the British Parliament, with political leaders and diplomats attending the event organised by a group that promotes the interests of British Hindus.
Indian-origin man leads in mayoral polls in Bonn
A 49-year-old Indian-origin man in German city of Bonn has emerged as the front-runner for the city's top job ahead of this Sunday's polls to elect a new mayor, according to a opinion poll.
Widespread condemnation for hate crime against Sikh-American
Several organisations and individuals have strongly condemned the brutal assault on an elderly Sikh man in Chicago, calling for hate crime charges to be brought against the perpetrator.
Barack Obama presents National Humanities medal to Jhumpa Lahiri
US President Barack Obama has presented the prestigious National Humanities Medal to Pulitzer Prize winner, Jhumpa Lahiri, in recognition of her "beautifully wrought narratives of estrangement and belonging" which highlight the "Indian-American experience".
Two 'successful' programmes show CPI(M) regaining ground
The CPI-M, which slipped into a state of disarray after repeated electoral setbacks since the 2011 Assembly election in West Bengal, appears to be on the path of recovery following its two back to back "successful" political programmes in last one month.
Yoga guru Ramdev teaches Yoga to BSF jawans
BSF personnel of Rajasthan Frontier posted here today got lessons from yoga guru Ramdev to keep themselves in better health and fit.
Sculpture park to come up at Vadodara's Sayaji Baug
The Vadodara Municipal Corporation (VMC) has decided to set up a sculpture park at the Sayaji Baug here in collaboration with the city-based Heritage Trust.
FIR against Somnath Bharti: Did 'all this' to come out of abuse, says wife
A day after an FIR was registered against AAP MLA Somnath Bharti over a complaint of domestic violence and attempt to murder, his wife Lipika Mitra today said that although she was "not happy with the development", she had to do "all this" to come out of the alleged abuse.
Expalin huge disparities in chest size measurements: High Court
Madras High Court yesterday directed Tamil Nadu Uniformed Services Recruitment Board (TNUSRB) to explain the 'huge disparities' in chest size measurement of two aspirants of the post of Sub Inspectors.
Puducherry governmemnt & Novo Nordisk steps to combat diabetes
The Puducherry government has joined hands with Novo Nordisk Education Foundation (NNEF) to evolve sustained plan to act against diabetes in the Union Territory.
Government allows private individuals to open pollution checking centres
In a bid to increase the number of pollution checking centres in the city, Delhi Government's Transport department has decided to allow private individuals to open these centres.
Sikh group wants resolution honouring hate crime victims
In the wake of brutal assault on an elderly Sikh-American, an advocacy group here has asked lawmakers to support a resolution that honours victims of post-9/11 hate crimes, including Sikh-Americans, and to raise awareness about the community.
GPS to be installed in all Andhra Pradesh state buses:Official
Global Positioning System (GPS) will be installed in all 12,000 buses of Andhra Pradesh State Road Transport Corporation before October 12 to monitor their movement, an official has said.
Ban on sale of non-veg items on Jain festival in Ludhiana
A one-day ban has been imposed on the sale of non-vegetarian items during Jain festival 'Samvatsari' on September 17 in the jurisdiction of Ludhiana Police Commissionerate.
Narendra Modi in Rishikesh: Congress is doing Negative Politics
After addressing multiple rallies in Chandigarh and Sarsawa earlier today, Prime Minister Modi addressed another pubic meeting at Rishikesh, Uttarakhand.
Congress cannot 'derail' GST: Arun Jaitley
Charging Congress with pursuing politics of obstruction, Union Finance Minister Arun Jaitely today said it was "delaying" the passage of Goods and Services Tax (GST) Bill but would never succeed in "derailing" the key economic reform legislation.
Enforcement Directorate registers case agnst Ashok Gehlot, Sachin Pilot, sons of senior Congress leaders
After the CBI, the Enforcement Directorate (ED) has now registered a criminal complaint in the Rajasthan ambulance scam case and booked former Chief Minister Ashok Gehlot, PCC leader Sachin Pilot and sons of two former Union ministers on money laundering charges.
PM Modi in Sarsawa slams Congress' Obstructionist attitude
Addressing a rally in Sarsawa, Uttar Pradesh today, Prime Minister Narendra Modi said that Congress is neither ready to accept its defeat nor it respects our democracy.
Contribute to Namami Ganga programme, Arun Jaitley tells Indians
Stressing the need to preserve Ganga river which symbolises the country's culture and heritage, Finance Minister Arun Jaitley today made a fervent plea to Indians across the world to contribute to the Namami Ganga and Swacch Bharat campaigns of the Centre.
Narendra Modi in Chandigarh: Beyond Lok Sabha is Jan Sabha
Inaugurating New Housing Scheme in Chandigarh today, Prime Minister Narendra Modi addressed a huge rally.
Classes in IIM Sambalpur to start from September 24
Indian Institute of Management (IIM) Sambalpur is set to commence classes for its first batch from September 24 The decision in this regard was taken at a high level meeting chaired by development commissioner U N Behera and attended by Prof Pawan Kumar Singh, co-ordinator IIM-Indore and other state government officials.
PM Modi hits out at Congress over Parliament deadlock
Prime Minister Narendra Modi today hit out at Congress over deadlock in Parliament, saying 40 MPs are "conspiring" to hamper the country's development against the wishes of 400 MPs which is an "insult" to democracy.
Naveen Patnaik 'lacks focus' on Odisha's future: Rahul Gandhi
Taking a jibe at Odisha Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik for spurt in infant deaths at Sishu Bhavan here, Congress Vice-President Rahul Gandhi today said the state government "lacks focus" on key sectors like health care and education.
Ex-Mumbai police chief welcomes train blasts case verdict
Former Mumbai Police Commissioner A N Roy, who had a role in the investigations into the 2006 Mumbai train blasts case, today welcomed the MCOCA court verdict convicting 12 of the 13 accused.
Six Indians killed in Saudi-led air strikes in Yemen: External Affairs Ministry
Six Indians have been killed after their boat came under Saudi-led air strikes in Yemen, External Affairs Ministry said today.
PM Modi regrets inconvenience caused to citizens in Chandigarh during visit
Prime Minister Narendra Modi today regretted the inconvenience caused to citizens in Chandigarh during his visit, especially shutting of schools, and said a probe will be ordered to fix responsibility.
India won't fire first bullet along border: Rajnath Singh to Pakistan
India will not fire the first bullet towards Pakistan as it wants cordial relations with all its neighbours, Home Minister Rajnath Singh today told a visiting delegation from the country which is here for border talks.
Chandrababu Naidu, Aditya Thackeray to speak at leadership summit
Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister Chandrababu Naidu, Shiv Sena's youth leader Aditya Thackeray, cartoonist Aseem Trivedi and author Chetan Bhagat are among the speakers who will participate at a leadership summit here on September 18
Congress MLA Chandrakant Kavlekar's assets to be evaluated: Goa Anti-Corruption Bureau
Goa Police's Anti-Corruption Bureau has decided to rope in a chartered accountant to calculate the total assets of Congress legislator Chandrakant Kavlekar, who is under the scanner for allegedly having disproportionate wealth.
2006 Mumbai train blasts - 12 convicted
In a much awaited verdict, of the 13 accused in 2006 Mumbai train blast case that killed 188 people, a special court in Mumbai has convicted 12 and acquitted one.
PM Modi stresses on holistic, preventive healthcare
Emphasising the need for holistic and preventive healthcare, Prime Minister Narendra Modi today said that time has come to think about wellness rather than illness.
2008 Malegaon blasts case: Supreme Court seeks Centre, NIA reply on PIL
The Supreme Court today sought response from Centre and National Investigating Agency (NIA) on a plea challenging removal of Special Public Prosecutor (SPP) in the 2008 Malegaon blasts case and alleging that Government was exerting pressure on her to "go soft" on the accused.
National Green Tribunal fines Agra builders, colonies Rs 1.41crore for polluting
The National Green Tribunal (NGT) has slapped a fine of Rs 1.41 crore on nine colonies and three builders here for polluting Yamuna river.
India votes to raise Palestine, Vatican flags at United Nations
India was among 119 nations that voted in support of a UN General Assembly resolution granting the right to non-member observer States of Palestine and the Vatican to raise their flags at the world body's headquarters along side the flags of UN member nations.
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.
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.
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.
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".
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.
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.












