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Who is the Indian woman behind Israel's Indian food scene
Reena Pushkarna, known as Israel's "curry queen," has been instrumental in strengthening India-Israel relations through her culinary diplomacy, including cooking for PM Modi and winning over Netanyahu.
India to add 50,000 GPUs in 6 months for AI
India's government aims to amass 200,000 Graphics Processing Units (GPUs) for its state-funded AI mission, a significant increase from its current 38,000.
Explainer: What is Modi government's 'Samudra Manthan' project
India is launching Mission Samudra Manthan, a deepwater exploration initiative, and expanding petroleum reserves to enhance energy security amidst geopolitical tensions.
Youth Congress workers' arrest: Shimla Police file kidnapping case against Delhi Police
A recent standoff between Delhi and Himachal Pradesh police in Shimla has drawn attention to the procedures governing inter-state arrests, now under judicial review.
Kejriwal, Sisodia discharged from Delhi liquor policy case
A Delhi court discharged former CM Arvind Kejriwal and 22 others, criticizing the CBI for its region-based labeling in a liquor policy case.
India-Nepal border crossings to shut for 3 days: Here's why
The India-Nepal border will be shut from midnight March 2 to midnight March 5 due to Nepal's general elections, aiming for a fair and credible voting environment.
Delhi-HP police clash over Congress leaders' arrest at AI summit
A Delhi police officer's request for a cup of tea marked the end of a tense standoff with Shimla police over the arrest of three activists.
Rajasthan: Private bus operators call off strike after 3 days
Private bus operators in Rajasthan have called off their three-day strike after successful discussions with government officials, allowing services to resume statewide.
'Gori ma'am, 1 selfie please': Foreign vlogger on being followed
A travel vlogger, Ines Faria, shared a distressing video of two men persistently following and harassing her for photos in Mumbai, despite her clear refusal.
Trust key as India moves forward with AI: Ashwini Vaishnaw
Union Minister for IT, Ashwini Vaishnaw, emphasized the importance of trust in deploying artificial intelligence (AI), during the News18 Rising Bharat Summit 2026.
SC clears way for voter list prep in West Bengal
The Supreme Court has defended judicial officers in West Bengal amid ongoing friction between the state government and the Election Commission over voter roll revisions.
Apple farmers from J&K, Himachal, Uttarakhand to protest in Delhi
Apple growers from Jammu and Kashmir, Himachal Pradesh, and Uttarakhand plan to protest in Delhi against the proposed duty concession on US apple imports.
Bengaluru metro fare hike forces commuters to switch to bikes
Following a significant fare increase, Bengaluru residents are reconsidering the metro as their primary mode of transport, potentially exacerbating city traffic congestion.
India to cut thermal coal imports by 30% this year
India plans to cut thermal coal imports for power plants by at least 30% this year, shifting towards increased use of domestic coal.
SC adjourns hearing on challenge to new nuclear power law
India's nuclear expansion initiative, the SHANTI Act, 2025, is set to face judicial scrutiny by the Supreme Court over its liability provisions.
Delhi liquor policy case: Kejriwal, Kavitha among 23 acquitted
The special CBI Court has ordered departmental action against an investigating officer for showing "complete disregard" for facts in the Delhi liquor policy case.
Heat scorches North India; hills brace for snow, rain
India is bracing for a week of contrasting weather conditions.
Chhattisgarh: 4 men killed, 1 critically injured in late-night crash
Four individuals died and another was critically injured when a trailer truck collided with their SUV in Bilaspur, Chhattisgarh.
Sameer Wankhede's disciplinary proceedings restored by Delhi High court
The Delhi High Court has approved the continuation of disciplinary proceedings against IRS officer Sameer Wankhede in relation to the 2021 Cordelia cruise drugs case.
Kejriwal, Sisodia, K Kavitha get clean chit in excise policy case
A Delhi court discharged former CM Arvind Kejriwal, his ex-deputy Manish Sisodia, Telangana Jagruthi president K Kavitha and 20 others in a politically charged liquor policy case.
Kejriwal, Sisodia acquitted in Delhi liquor policy case
Former Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal and his deputy Manish Sisodia have been acquitted by a Delhi court in a corruption case related to the 2021-22 excise policy.
BMC makes singing full 'Vande Mataram' mandatory at events
The Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) has unanimously passed a resolution requiring India's national song, 'Vande Mataram', to be sung at all civic events.
Bengaluru engineer builds 'kidnap' button to book random Uber rides
A Bengaluru-based techie, Pankaj, has devised an innovative way to combat weekend boredom by creating a button that 'kidnaps' him to random locations in his city.
Bengal polls: SC clears way for voter list training
The Supreme Court of India rejected the Trinamool Congress' objections to the Election Commission training judicial officers for West Bengal's special intensive revision process.
Delhi excise policy case: Kejriwal, Sisodia discharged by court
The Delhi court discharged AAP leaders, including Arvind Kejriwal and Manish Sisodia, from a corruption case linked to alleged excise policy irregularities.
Panacea Biotec's dengue vaccine enters Phase III trials
An Indian vaccine candidate, DengiAll, enters final testing stages, potentially becoming one of the world's first single-dose dengue vaccines.
No evidence against Kejriwal, Sisodia in excise policy case: Court
K Kavitha, previously implicated in the Delhi liquor policy case, has been exonerated by the Rouse Avenue court, dismissing all charges against her.
Kerala: CPI(M) workers suspected to be behind bomb attack
A Kerala Students Union (KSU) leader's home was bombed, allegedly by Communist Party of India (Marxist) workers, amid rising political tensions in Kozhikode district.
Chandigarh: Bomb threats to 2 schools, Punjab Secretariat in email
Chandigarh schools and the Punjab Secretariat are on high alert following anonymous bomb threat emails, prompting swift security measures across the city.
8 more cheetahs to arrive in India tomorrow
Eight cheetahs from Africa are set to arrive at Madhya Pradesh's Kuno National Park on Saturday, as part of India's ongoing cheetah revival program.
JNU protest: 14 students granted bail after being arrested
Fourteen students from Jawaharlal Nehru University, including three student union office bearers, were granted bail following their arrest during a protest march.
Rajasthan village offices now start day with 'Vande Mataram'
The National Song will be sung every morning and the National Anthem at the end of office hours in all Panchayati Raj offices across Rajasthan, announced Minister Madan Dilawar.
Holi fares: Flights up to 185% compared with mid-March fares
Ahead of Holi, domestic airfares have surged up to 185% on key routes, prompting the Supreme Court to express serious concern.
Air India flight to Nepal takes round trip to India
An Air India flight from Bengaluru to Kathmandu was forced to return after an 11-hour ordeal due to severe weather conditions, leaving 180 passengers distressed.
Delhi government schools start admissions for Classes 6, 9, 11
The Directorate of Education (DoE) has initiated the online registration for admissions into Classes 6, 9, and 11 in CM Shri Schools for the academic session of 2026-27.
14 JNU students arrested after cops thrown stones, slapped
Protests at Jawaharlal Nehru University (JNU) intensified on Thursday and Friday morning, resulting in multiple arrests and injuries on both sides.
How has India reacted to Pakistan's airstrikes in Afghanistan
Amid escalating tensions between Pakistan and Afghanistan, India has historically supported Afghan sovereignty while condemning Pakistan's alleged sponsorship of terrorism.
No need to pay extra for canceling/changing flights now if…
The Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) has revised its refund rules to make them more passenger-friendly.
9 arrested in ₹1,500cr multi-state cyber fraud racket
The Rajkot Rural Police in Gujarat have arrested nine people in connection with a ₹1,500 crore cyber fraud case.
PM Modi upset with NCERT's 'corruption in judiciary' chapter
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has reportedly expressed his displeasure over the National Council of Educational Research and Training (NCERT)'s Class 8 textbook, which carried a chapter on "corruption in the judiciary."
'No intention to disrespect judiciary': Education minister on NCERT row
Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan has assured full compliance with the Supreme Court's orders after it banned a Class 8 Social Science textbook released by the National Council of Educational Research and Training (NCERT), which carried a section on "corruption in the judiciary."
₹2L for sweepers, ₹7L for engineers: Telangana's salary expenditure quadruples
Telangana's monthly expenditure on salaries and pensions has increased four times in the last decade.
Amid 'judicial corruption' row, data shows 8,600 complaint against judges
The Supreme Court on Thursday took strong objection to the National Council of Educational Research and Training (NCERT)'s now-withdrawn Class 8 textbook, which carried a section on "corruption in the judiciary."
Delhi man brutally cuts windpipes of pregnant wife, 3 daughters
In a shocking incident in Delhi's Samaypur Badli area, a man allegedly murdered his two-month pregnant wife and three daughters by slitting their throats.
PM Modi becomes 1st leader with 100 million Instagram followers
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has become the first world leader to cross 100 million followers on Instagram. The achievement makes him the most followed political figure on the platform.
Supreme Court bans NCERT textbook with chapter on 'judicial corruption'
The Supreme Court has ordered a ban on the National Council of Educational Research and Training's (NCERT) Class 8 Social Science textbook, which contains a chapter on "corruption in the judiciary."
Lok Sabha reconstitutes panel probing corruption charges against Justice Varma
Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla has reconstituted the inquiry committee probing corruption charges against Justice Yashwant Varma.
Hyderabad YouTuber texts Kuwait-based mother, 'love you'; then kills self
A 21-year-old part-time YouTuber, Bonu Komali, was found dead in her Hyderabad apartment on Monday.
NCERT 'trying' to retrieve sold copies of withdrawn Class-8 textbook
The National Council of Educational Research and Training (NCERT) is working to get back 38 copies of a withdrawn Class 8 Social Science Part 2 textbook, ANI reported, citing sources.
Cops v/s cops in Shimla over Congress youth leaders' arrest
A dramatic confrontation unfolded in Shimla, Himachal Pradesh, on Wednesday night as Delhi Police and Himachal Pradesh Police clashed over the arrest of three Youth Congress workers.
Dog seen with gangrene patient's limb inside Shimla hospital campus
A stray dog was spotted carrying an amputated human limb near the recently operational Atal Institute of Medical Super Speciality (AIMSS) in Shimla.
NCERT to remove 'judicial corruption' references from textbooks after backlash
The National Council of Educational Research and Training (NCERT) will reportedly undergo a revision of its Class VIII textbooks after a section referencing "corruption at various levels of the judiciary" triggered a controversy.
Man named in Thar crash; locals say woman was driving
A 19-year-old man from Delhi, Shaurya Goyal, has been named in a road rage case in Goa.
Video: Bihar bride shot by neighbor during her wedding
An 18-year-old bride was critically injured after being shot during her wedding ceremony in Chausa, Buxar district of Bihar.
BSNL director faces action for 'underwear, toiletry' demand
The central government has launched disciplinary proceedings against Bharat Sanchar Nigam Limited (BSNL) Director Vivek Banzal over a controversial protocol for his proposed visit to Prayagraj.
Delhi couple who racially abused 3 Arunachali women arrested
The Delhi Police has arrested Harsh Jain and his wife, Ruby, in connection with the racial abuse toward three women from Arunachal Pradesh in Delhi's Malviya Nagar.
Assam woman dragged out of car, gang-raped by 7 men
A 28-year-old woman was allegedly gang-raped by a group of seven men in Silchar, Assam, on February 19.
'We are perturbed': SC on NCERT's 'corruption in judiciary' chapter
Chief Justice of India (CJI) Surya Kant has raised serious objections to a chapter in the new National Council of Educational Research and Training (NCERT) Class 8 textbook.
Gunmen fire at car carrying gangster Bishnoi's lawyer
Unidentified men opened fire at a car that was carrying five people on Tuesday night near the Kashmere Gate area in Delhi.
Rain, hail, strong winds to batter 7 states
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a warning of severe weather conditions in seven states over the next 24 hours.
Modi departs for Israel, to address Knesset later today
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday morning left for Israel for a two-day state visit. This is his second visit to the country.
Promised job, raped, forced to convert: Bhopal sisters' sex-racket busted
The police have busted a sex and religious conversion racket allegedly run by two sisters, Afreen and Amreen, in Bhopal.
Over 93,000 adult women went missing in Maharashtra in 2yrs
In Maharashtra, over 93,000 adult women went missing in the past two years.
Video: Men chase, shoot Noida youth as children play nearby
In a shocking incident, a young man was shot dead in broad daylight outside his house in Greater Noida.
NCERT revises textbook: New perspectives explored on India's partition, freedom
The National Council of Educational Research and Training (NCERT) has released a revised version of its Class 8 Social Science textbook.
Bomb scare forces evacuation of 6 Bengal district courts
A bomb scare forced the evacuation and search of six district courts in West Bengal on Tuesday. The threat was triggered by emails claiming bombs were planted inside the premises.
Kerala to become 'Keralam' as Union Cabinet approves name change
The Union Cabinet chaired by the Prime Minister Narendra Modi has approved the proposal to change the name of the state of Kerala to 'Keralam.'
Haryana recovers ₹578cr from IDFC First Bank fraud case
Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini has announced that ₹578 crore has been recovered from IDFC First Bank within 24 hours. The amount includes the principal sum of ₹556 crore and interest of ₹22 crore.
Nagaland doctor at AIIMS Gorakhpur racially abused, stalked for 1.5km
A third-year resident doctor from Nagaland was allegedly racially abused and sexually harassed near the All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS) in Gorakhpur, Uttar Pradesh.
Union Cabinet may rename Kerala to its original 'Keralam'
The Union Cabinet is likely to approve a proposal to rename the state of Kerala as "Keralam."
Jharkhand crash victims had taken ₹8L loan for air ambulance
The family of a 41-year-old man, who was among seven people killed in an air ambulance crash in Jharkhand on Monday night, had taken a loan of ₹8 lakh to hire the air ambulance.
Pawan Hans helicopter crashes into sea near Mayabunder
A Pawan Hans helicopter made an emergency landing in the sea near Mayabunder, Andaman and Nicobar Islands, on Tuesday morning.
Delhi HC: Ditching partner over 'kundali' mismatch post-intimacy punishable
The Delhi High Court observed that a man may face legal consequences for refusing to marry a woman on the grounds of horoscope mismatches after having established a sexual relationship with her.
NCERT's Class 8 social science textbook lists 'corruption in judiciary'
The National Council of Educational Research and Training (NCERT) has released a new Social Science textbook for Class 8.