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31 Aug 2017
IndiaAadhaar-PAN linking deadline extended to December 31
The government has extended the deadline for linking PAN with Aadhaar till December 31. The earlier deadline was August 31.
31 Aug 2017
Arun JaitleyGovt defines creamy layer posts in PSUs, other public institutions
The government has barred officials in certain posts in PSUs and public sector financial institutions, as well as "socially-advanced persons/sections", from claiming reservation benefits under OBC category.
31 Aug 2017
BiharJD(U) leader's son Rocky Yadav convicted in Aditya Sachdeva murder
A Bihar court has convicted Rocky Yadav, son of former JD(U) MLC Manorama Devi, and three others in the murder of a student.
31 Aug 2017
IndiaThe marital rape debate: Delhi HC calls the practice "criminal"
In what might help change the course of debates on marital rape, the Delhi HC has observed that forced sexual intercourse, even by lawfully-wedded spouses, is criminal.
31 Aug 2017
HaryanaRam Rahim's daring escape plan... And how cops foiled it
There's no question the Haryana Police did a bad job of controlling the Panchkula violence despite having prior warning.
31 Aug 2017
IndiaIndian Army to undergo reforms to boost combat capability
The Centre has announced a significant restructuring of the Indian Army in a bid to boost combat capability and streamlined expenditure.
31 Aug 2017
MumbaiThree-storeyed residential building collapses in Mumbai, many feared trapped
A three-storeyed residential building collapsed in Mumbai's Bhendi Bazar area this morning. Many are feared trapped.
31 Aug 2017
Haryana4 FIRS against Robert Vadra's firm in Rajasthan land deals
The CBI has taken over an investigation into fraudulent land deals in Bikaner, from the Rajasthan government, and re-registered 18 FIRs including four against Sky Light Hospitality, a firm allegedly linked with Robert Vadra.
31 Aug 2017
IndiaWhat did India achieve from demonetization move?
Arun Jaitley, citing the recent RBI declaration that "99% of the old currency notes were back with the central bank", said that demonetization had a positive effect.
31 Aug 2017
IndiaYouths in conflict-ridden Kashmir shine with their own start-up
Abrar Yaseen, Muazzam Khursheed and Haider Parveez could have been mistaken for just any college-going youngsters. Instead, they have managed to stand out by setting up their own start-up in conflict-ridden Kashmir.
30 Aug 2017
OdishaCentre issues flood alert for 12 states: Find out which
Six states are already reeling under floods. Now the government has warned that 12 others might witness floods due to "extreme to very heavy rainfall".
30 Aug 2017
West BengalKolkata tops world cities' list for Blue Whale search
In what could be astounding revelations, studies have revealed that among 30 cities of the world, Kolkata tops the list when it comes to online searches for the fatal 'Blue Whale' challenge.
30 Aug 2017
IndiaCentre issues flood alert for 12 states: Find out which
Six states are already reeling under floods. Now the government has warned that 12 others might witness floods due to "extreme to very heavy rainfall".
30 Aug 2017
MumbaiDuronto Express derailment: Alert driver averted a major tragedy
The Nagpur-Mumbai Duronto Express derailed yesterday but miraculously, there was no casualty, thanks to the alert driver.
30 Aug 2017
IndiaDec 31 deadline for mandatory Aadhaar for social benefits: Centre
The Centre has told the SC it will extend the deadline to mandatorily produce Aadhaar for social benefits till December 31.
30 Aug 2017
Health & WellnessJodhpur: Two doctors fight during emergency surgery, newborn dies
In a shocking incident, two doctors at Jodhpur's Umaid Hospital were caught on camera fighting and abusing each other as an unconscious pregnant woman lay on the operating table for a Caesarean surgery.
30 Aug 2017
ShimlaShimla gangrape: IG, DSP among 8 cops held for custodial-death
In a rare instance, eight cops, including an IG and a DSP, have been arrested for the custodial death of a prime accused in a gangrape case in Shimla.
30 Aug 2017
Gorakhpur#GorakhpurTragedy again? 61 children dead in three days at BRD
Panic has again spread at the BRD Hospital in Gorakhpur, which saw over 60 deaths in a few hours due to alleged lack of oxygen earlier this month.
30 Aug 2017
Supreme Court Of IndiaTriple talaq ban: Madrassas to teach "correct" way to divorce
After the Supreme Court's recent verdict banning triple talaq, Dargah-E-Ala Hazrat, a body that oversees Islamic schools, has said that it would teach boys the correct way to divorce.
30 Aug 2017
IndiaNITI Aayog backs proposed law for heavy penalties on polluters
Thousands of polluting industries, including sugar producers, distilleries, pharmaceutical units, mining units, etc. have been issued closure orders by the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB) for violating pollution norms.
29 Aug 2017
HaryanaHaryana: Sirsa officials rescue 18 minor girls from Dera HQ
Following Panchkula CBI Special Court's 20-year sentence to Gurmeet Ram Rahim Singh for raping two female followers in 2002, Haryana authorities rescued 18 minor girls from the Dera sect headquarters near the state's Sirsa town.
29 Aug 2017
IndiaCJI Khehar: What will he be remembered for?
Justice JS Khehar, the Chief Justice of India retired yesterday having served his seven-month-plus tenure.
29 Aug 2017
HaryanaChandigarh Stalking: Haryana BJP Chief Subhash Barala's son denied bail
The Chandigarh District Court has denied bail to Haryana's ruling BJP President and MLA Subhash Barala's son Vikas and his friend Ashish Kumar accused of stalking 29-year-old Varnika Kundu on 4 August midnight.
29 Aug 2017
HaryanaDid you know the Dera had its own currency?
Gurmeet Ram Rahim Singh lived life king-size. He owned an empire, so it might not be very surprising to know the Dera even had its own currency.
29 Aug 2017
Mumbai"Typhoon-like" rains lash Mumbai, heaviest downpour in years expected
Mumbai has been inundated due to continuous downpour since yesterday morning which has only gotten worse.
29 Aug 2017
GorakhpurGorakhpur tragedy: Former BRD Hospital principal, wife arrested
The former principal of BRD Hospital at UP's Gorakhpur, where over 60 children died almost 20 days ago allegedly due to lack of oxygen, has been arrested.
29 Aug 2017
IndiaThe Tirupati Temple has just deposited 2,780kg gold with SBI
Guessing which is India's richest Hindu temple isn't hard, but estimating exactly how much it owns might be difficult.
29 Aug 2017
HaryanaAfter Ram Rahim, 'godman' Rampal Dass acquitted in two cases
A day after Ram Rahim Singh's sentencing, a Hisar court has acquitted self-styled godman Rampal Dass in two cases.
29 Aug 2017
KeralaSexual assault: Kerala HC denies bail for actor Dileep again
For the second time, the Kerala HC has dismissed the bail plea of famous Malayalam actor Dileep. The 'superstar' is in jail for allegedly paying a gang to abduct and assault an actress in the industry.
29 Aug 2017
IndiaJustice Dipak Misra the first CJI to have 'Z'-category security
Justice Dipak Misra, who took over his new role as CJI yesterday, is the first CJI to have 'Z'-category security cover.
29 Aug 2017
MumbaiIIT-Bombay students to be fined everytime they forget ID card
In a fresh notification, the IIT-Bombay has announced that every time a student forgets to carry his/her ID card while entering or exiting the campus, he/she will be fined Rs. 200.
29 Aug 2017
IndiaIndia's first attempt to separate twins joined at the head
In a first, about 40 doctors in India are attempting to separate a pair of conjoined twins who are joined at the head.
29 Aug 2017
MumbaiNagpur-Mumbai Duronto Express derails, injuries reported
In yet another train accident, some coaches and the engine of the Nagpur-Mumbai Duronto Express derailed today morning near Asangaon.
28 Aug 2017
IndiaHyderabad gets its first water ATM
Yesterday, Hyderabad got its first water ATM. The facility located at NTR Garden was inaugurated by Mayor B. Rammohan.
28 Aug 2017
Aadhaar CardAadhaar-PAN linking: Follow these steps to get it done!
The last date for linking Aadhaar to PAN was earlier extended to August 31. Now sources say the I-T department isn't likely to grant more relief.
28 Aug 2017
India'Super rich' businessman husband ordered to pay Rs. 4L alimony
In an eyebrow-raising case, a "super rich" husband has been directed by a Delhi court to pay his wife Rs. 4L monthly and an additional 15% raise annually!
28 Aug 2017
HaryanaWho will succeed Ram Rahim Singh as Dera chief?
With Dera Sacha Sauda chief Gurmeet Ram Rahim Singh's 10-years imprisonment, the question now turns to who will lead the sect that claims the loyalty of over five crore devotees globally.
28 Aug 2017
Supreme Court Of IndiaSC raps Gujarat over delay in Asaram Bapu rape case
A few days after the conviction of Gurmeet Ram Rahim Singh in a rape case, the SC questioned the Gujarat government over the slow pace of trial in a similar case involving Asaram Bapu.
28 Aug 2017
MumbaiMumbai's Videsh Bhavan reaffirms MEA's people-centrism
Yesterday, a new Videsh Bhavan (VB) was inaugurated in Mumbai. It integrates all MEA's branches related to issuance of passports, protection of emigrants and managing cultural relations under one roof.
28 Aug 2017
Central Bureau Of Investigation (CBI)Ram Rahim gets 20-year jail in two rape cases
On 28th Aug, Ram Rahim Singh was sentenced to 20 years in prison: 10 years each for two rapes he committed in 2002. The court stated that the sentences will run consecutively and not concurrently.