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Mumbai to Goa, Nagpur to get 50 winter special trains
Central Railway (CR) will run 50 winter special trains from Mumbai to Karmali, Nagpur, Ajni, and Thivim between December 17 and January 8 next year to clear passenger rush.
#AgustaWestlandScam: Alleged middleman Christian Michel sent to 5-days police custody
Christian Michel, the alleged middleman in AgustaWestland scam, was sent to five-day police custody by a Delhi court on Monday.
#CaughtOnCam: Girls in UP-school thrash eve-teaser with sticks inside campus
Upset with the inaction of school authorities despite repeated complaints about an eve-teaser, girls of Dharma Singh Girls Inter College in Baghpat district of Uttar Pradesh took matter in their hands.
SAARC meet: PoK minister present, Indian diplomat walks out
An official of the Indian High Commission in Pakistan staged a walkout of a SAARC meeting over the presence of a minister from Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (PoK) at the event.
Hundreds gather at Parliament street to celebrate Human Rights Day
Hundreds of people from across the country, including prominent activists like Medha Patkar and Shabnam Hashmi, gathered at Parliament Street in central Delhi to celebrate the International Human Rights Day (HRD) today.
#CBSE2019: 5 useful apps for Class 10 Science preparation
CBSE board exam preparation can be a stressful time for many Class 10 students, but they need not worry if they study hard and prepare properly.
Upset with treatment, Assam tea body slams 'chaiwala' PM Modi
Prime Minister Narendra Modi, who often refers to himself as chaiwala, has been slammed by the largest tea body of Assam for not being considerate enough towards tea workers.
Bhopal farmer names newly-born twin cows 'BJP' and 'Congress'
India's two biggest national political parties, BJP and Congress have been at loggerheads for decades.
More engaging stories needed to draw attention of children: Bond
Master storyteller Ruskin Bond has said that more engaging stories are needed to draw the undivided attention of children from page one itself.
Visiting Taj's main mausoleum? Shell out Rs. 200 more
Those wanting to see the main mausoleum of the Taj Mahal will need to buy an additional ticket of Rs. 200 from today.
UK-court's verdict on Mallya's extradition today: All you should know
Westminster Magistrates' Court in London will deliver its judgment on extradition of embattled liquor baron Vijay Mallya on Monday and a CBI team has left from India for the same.
Following Choksi's footsteps? Wealthy Indians are rushing for new passports
There has been a growing interest among wealthy Indians to buy citizenship of other countries, ever since Mehul Choksi obtained a citizenship for Antigua in November 2017, TOI reports.
History created: 195 companies offer 888 jobs at IIT-Madras placements
IIT-Madras has created history by receiving its highest-ever number of job offers during placements.
After Japan, India starts Visa-on-arrival for South Korean nationals
India has started granting visa on arrival to South Korean nationals, a move that is expected to boost inflow of tourists and business visitors, officials said today.
Nebulizers, blood pressure monitors, digital thermometers, glucometers notified as drugs
Commonly used medical devices like nebulizers, blood pressure monitors, digital thermometers and glucometers have been notified as drugs under the Drugs and Cosmetics Act, a step which will enable the government to ensure their quality and performance.
Another push for Ram Mandir: VHP organizes mega-rally in Delhi
In what qualifies as yet another push for early construction of Ram Mandir at the disputed site of Ayodhya, Uttar Pradesh, the Vishwa Hindu Parishad on Sunday organized a rally in New Delhi.
Doctor in dock for using electric shocks to 'cure' homosexuality
It's been three months since the Supreme Court has scrapped IPC Section-377, which made gay sex 'unnatural'.
#CBSE2019: 5 apps to prepare for CBSE Class 10 Mathematics
Math can be a nightmare for many CBSE Class 10 students who are often confused about the core concepts that can lead them away from learning math.
Athawale blames inadequate police security for slap attempted on him
Union Minister Ramdas Athawale today blamed the police for an incident in which a man allegedly tried to slap him at a public event in Maharashtra's Thane district, claiming it had failed to provide him adequate security.
IRCTC bookings: Tips to get a confirmed Tatkal ticket
For facilitating last-minute passenger reservations, IRCTC offers online Tatkal ticket booking service.
India much cleaner after Swachh Bharat Mission: Ruskin Bond
Renowned author Ruskin Bond has said that India has become much cleaner following Swachh Bharat Mission, but the challenge lies in addressing the issue appropriately.
UP: Soldier, key suspect in Bulandshahr violence, arrested; denies involvement
Jeetender Malik aka Jeetu Fauji, who is the key suspect in Bulandshahr violence that killed a police officer and a youth, was arrested on Sunday.
J&K: Encounter between security forces, terrorists continues for 2nd day
An encounter between terrorists and the security forces on the outskirts of Srinagar entered into the second day today, said police.
Maharashtra: 10 killed as truck collides with van in Chandrapur
At least 10 people, including seven women and two minors, were killed when a truck collided with a van in Chandrapur district of Maharashtra.
Entire world knows Pakistan link to 26/11: Army General Rawat
Army Chief General Bipin Rawat yesterday said the international community knew about the role of Pakistani terrorists in Mumbai terror attack, 26/11 and that India didn't want anyone's acknowledgment about it.
Mumbai: Politician arrested, TV-actress detained after diamantaire found dead
The death of diamantaire Rajeshwar Udani in Mumbai has led the police to arrest a politician and detain a prominent television actress, officials said on Saturday.
#ViralVideo: 17-year-old boy beats mother with broom for discussing marks
In a shocking incident which raises concerns about anger among teens, a 17-year-old beat his mother with a broom as she discussed his marks with neighbors.
If Hanuman is Dalit, show his 'caste-certificate', demands Shivpal Yadav
Uttar Pradesh CM Yogi Adityanath recently sparked a controversy by calling Lord Hanuman a Dalit, which was followed by a widespread debate.
Know all about Anand Piramal, Mukesh Ambani's son-in-law
Isha Ambani and Anand Piramal are all set to be married on December 12.
Rijiju asks Indian-origin youths to be part of India's growth
Union Minister Kiren Rijiju today asked the youths of Indian diaspora to be part of the country's growth story and become ambassadors to spread the message of development.
UP: Ten arrested for using proxy candidates in rail exam
The Uttar Pradesh special task force (STF) has arrested 10 suspected members of a gang for allegedly facilitating copying in the Group D exam of the railways.
KSWDC ties up with NSTFDC to provide financial-aid to tribals
The Kerala State Women's Development Corporation (KSWDC) has entered into a pact with the National Scheduled Tribes Finance and Development Corporation (NSTFDC) to provide more financial aid and empower tribal women.
#IshaAmbaniWedding: Clinton, others reach Udaipur for pre-wedding festivities
After the opulent wedding ceremonies of Ranveer-Deepika and Priyanka-Nick, it is time for one of the most extravagant weddings in the nation.
#CBSE2019: Websites for taking online CBSE Class 12 mock tests
For many CBSE Class 12 students, board exam preparation can be quite stressful. To give a boost to their exam preparation process, students can take online mock tests.
Breaking 200-year-old tradition, woman made manager of Assam tea estate
The iconic Assam tea estates have been serving us India's favorite tea since the 1830s.
#MeTooImpact: AIR employee, accused of harassment, found guilty
An employee of All India Radio (AIR), who was accused of sexual harassment by at least nine women, was found guilty. The National Commission of Women informed about it on Friday and said the employee has been demoted and his salary reduced.
Army-officer, who oversaw surgical-strike, says 'overhype' and 'politicization' didn't help
The overhype of 2016 surgical strike and politicization of army operations isn't a good thing, said Lt General (retired) D S Hooda, who was the Northern Army Commander when the attack happened.
Doctor sues coaching-institute after failing to crack AIIMS-entrance, wins case
Every year in India, lakhs of students in India appear for various entrance exams.
About women-safety, Sumitra Mahajan says media reports focus on negativity
Addressing the 51st convocation of the Indian Institute of Mass Communication (IIMC) in Delhi, Lok Sabha Speaker Sumitra Mahajan on Friday said the media exercises enormous power and it should contribute to building a positive image of the society.
J&K: Bus falls into gorge, 11 killed, several injured
At least 11 people have died and several were injured after a bus fell into a gorge in Poonch district of Jammu and Kashmir on Saturday.