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28 Jan 2019
Yogi AdityanathBulandshahr violence: Dead cop's phone recovered from house of accused
Almost two months after an Uttar Pradesh cop was killed by an unruly mob in Bulandshahr, his Closed User Group (CUG) mobile phone was recovered from the house of accused Prashant Natt.
27 Jan 2019
IndiaIndian Railways names Made-in-India #Train18 as 'Vande Bharat Express'
Indian Railways has named the country's first indigenously built engine-less train, Train 18, as Vande Bharat Express, acknowledging its "Made in India" status, Railways Minister Piyush Goyal said.
27 Jan 2019
All India Institute Of Medical Sciences (AIIMS)CBSE to introduce new compulsory health science course from April
In a bid to equip young Indians with basic knowledge related to first aid and healthcare, the Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) is likely to include a new subject - health science.
27 Jan 2019
University Grants CommissionExpert panel recommends increasing Institutions of Eminence to 30
The Empowered Expert Committee (EEC) set up by the Ministry of Human Resource Development (MHRD) for selecting Institutions of Eminence (IoE) has put in a recommendation to increase the number of IoEs from the current 20 to 30.
27 Jan 2019
Ministry of EnvironmentComprehensive-study to assess environmental flow of Yamuna to be undertaken
A comprehensive study to assess the minimum required environmental flow of the Yamuna river will be undertaken by the government, according to officials.
27 Jan 2019
Times of IndiaDelhi: Power distributors lose Rs. 150cr annually, courtesy power theft
Power distribution companies in the Delhi are bleeding money owing to organized power theft for the charging of e-rickshaws in the national capital.
27 Jan 2019
Supreme Court Of IndiaAyodhya dispute delayed: SC won't hear case on January 29
In the latest development in the Ayodhya title dispute, the sensitive case will not be taken up on January 29 by the Supreme Court as Justice SA Bobde is unavailable.
27 Jan 2019
Madhya PradeshMP now seeks Center's help to get Asiatic-lions from Gujarat
The Madhya Pradesh government has sought the Center's help in getting Asiatic lions from Gujarat's Gir, which has been delayed by over five years despite a Supreme Court order.
27 Jan 2019
Health & Wellness#HealthBytes: 5 natural home-remedies to treat dry scalp
Causing persistent itching, dry scalp can be downright irritating.
27 Jan 2019
UttarakhandCountry's second tulip garden to be built in Uttarakhand
Uttarakhand's first tulip garden will come up over 50 hectares of forest land in Pithoragarh district at a cost of Rs. 50cr.
27 Jan 2019
UPSC Civil Services Examination#CareerBytes: Common doubts people have regarding UPSC CSE preparation
The UPSC Civil Services Examination (CSE) is one of the most challenging exams and cracking it is not easy without the right preparation.
27 Jan 2019
InsuranceMaharashtra: Six held for creating fake death-certificates to claim insurance
Six persons, including two doctors and a civic-run crematorium employee, were arrested in Thane, Maharashtra, for allegedly creating fake death certificates to claim insurance, police said today.
27 Jan 2019
Narendra ModiCiting tourist safety, crocodiles near Statue of Unity being relocated
Crocodiles from two ponds near Statue of Unity, Narmada district, Gujarat, are being relocated for safety of tourists visiting the Sardar Patel memorial, officials said today, while dismissing reports that the move is linked to the seaplane service.
27 Jan 2019
MurderGurugram: Man found body of employee's wife in his bed-box
In a harrowing incident, an occupant of a rented flat in Gurugram Sector-46 had no idea the bed he was sleeping on had a dead woman inside.
27 Jan 2019
IndiaRs. 150cr tender floated to produce first 'Make-In-India' metro coach
The Modern Coach Factory (MCF) has floated a Rs. 150 crore tender to buy technology and expertise to produce railways' first 'Make in India' international standard coaches for metro trains by 2021, according to sources.
27 Jan 2019
Indian ArmyOn Republic Day, Domino's delivered pizzas to soldiers at Siachen
For Indian Army soldiers posted at the Siachen glacier in Jammu and Kashmir, Republic Day turned out to be a surprise as they received piping hot pizza from a famed fast food company.
27 Jan 2019
Pakistan NewsMDH Dadaji, highest-earning CEO in FMCG sector, gets Padma Bhushan
Among the 112 distinguished people who were conferred with Padma awards on Friday, was the man whom we have seen a million times on our TV screens.
26 Jan 2019
KarnatakaGoogle Maps helps robbers loot 11 temples in Karnataka
Technology may have made our lives easier but when it falls into the wrong hands, the outcomes are not pleasant.
26 Jan 2019
Health & Wellness#HealthBytes: Dandruff- Causes and treatment
Dandruff is frustrating and embarrassing, but unfortunately, pretty common - one in every two individuals gets affected by it.
26 Jan 2019
IndiaMoments when a billion Indians feel the most patriotic
Every year, I cry when I see the Republic Day parade and I know I am not the only one. The fact that everyone in my office is playing patriotic songs is a testament to that.
26 Jan 2019
India#CareerBytes: How to choose between online preparation, coaching-classes for UPSC?
The UPSC Civil Services Examination (CSE), also known as the IAS exam, is one of the toughest exams. But with the right preparation and hard work, one can crack the exam.
26 Jan 2019
MaharashtraMaharashtra: Swine flu kills 11 people in 23 days
After Rajasthan, Maharashtra, too, has fallen victim to a swine flu outbreak.
26 Jan 2019
India#HealthBytes: 5 healthy veggies that help in weight loss
Unwanted fat doesn't just look bad on you, but is also a virtual invitation to a host of dreadful health conditions, such as diabetes, stroke, high blood pressure, etc.
26 Jan 2019
Jammu And KashmirSoldier, who left militancy for Indian army, gets Ashok Chakra
In an emotional moment which filled the hearts of millions of Indians with pride, President Ram Nath Kovind on Saturday conferred the Ashok Chakra to Lance Naik Nazir Ahmad Wani who died fighting terrorists last year.
26 Jan 2019
MeghalayaMeghalaya: Second body spotted 280ft inside flooded mine
On Saturday, an Indian Navy diving team found the body of another miner 280ft inside the flooded rat hole coal mine near Ksan village in Meghalaya.
26 Jan 2019
IndiaAgustaWestland VVIP-chopper case accused Gautam Khaitan held in fresh case
The Enforcement Directorate (ED) has arrested lawyer Gautam Khaitan, accused in the AgustaWestland VVIP chopper case, in connection with a fresh case of possession of black money and money laundering, officials said today.
26 Jan 2019
Indian Air ForceR-Day: IAF planes roar over majestic Rajpath, spectacle stuns people
Thousands of restless people were stunned into a brief silence, their eyes rolled towards skies and ears buzzing to the humming sound as the Indian Air Force planes roared over the majestic Rajpath during the 70th Republic Day parade today.
26 Jan 2019
LeopardFive injured after leopard attacks Nashik locality; captured hours later
On Friday morning, panic and fear gripped the residents of a Nashik locality after a fully grown male leopard entered an upmarket area and went on an attacking spree.
26 Jan 2019
JharkhandJharkhand Governor hails state's efforts to create conducive industrial environment
Jharkhand Governor Draupadi Murmu today hailed the state's efforts to create a conducive industrial environment, making way for more investments and job opportunities.
26 Jan 2019
Uttar PradeshKumbh: Serial killer, who murdered 10 in six months, arrested
In a major breakthrough, police arrested a suspected serial killer from Kumbh Mela on Friday. The religious fair is underway in Prayagraj.
26 Jan 2019
OdishaWelfare of poor, everyone's empowerment has become Odisha's identity: CM
Republic Day was celebrated across Odisha amid tight security today, with Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik asserting that development, welfare of the poor and empowerment of all sections has become the state's identity.
26 Jan 2019
Himachal PradeshHimachal Pradesh: Snowfall continues in tourist places, temperature dips further
Several tourist places in Himachal Pradesh continued to get snowfall today, further dipping the temperature in the areas, MeT department said.
26 Jan 2019
GoaGoa's crime rate dropped by 8.26% in one year: Governor
Goa Governor Mridula Sinha said today the law and order situation in the state remained under control and the crime rate dropped by 8.26% in last one year.
26 Jan 2019
Supreme Court Of IndiaSterlite employees to fast unto death if plant isn't re-opened
Permanent employees of the Sterlite copper smelter in Thoothukudi, Tamil Nadu, have announced that they will all fast unto death from Monday if the government does not issue an order to re-open the plant.
26 Jan 2019
GoaMandovi, Zuari river bridges be named after Bandodkar, Sequeira: Goa-Cong
The Goa Congress has demanded that the upcoming bridges on the Mandovi and Zuari rivers be named after the state's first Chief Minister Dayanand Bandodkar and iconic leader Dr Jack Sequeira.
26 Jan 2019
Narendra ModiR-Day: PM Modi sports yellowish-orange headgear with a red tail
Prime Minister Narendra Modi continued with his tradition of donning colorful turbans at R-Day celebrations today by sporting a red-tailed yellowish-orange headgear.
26 Jan 2019
OdishaCiting timing, Gita Mehta, Naveen Patnaik's sister, refuses Padma Shri
Author Gita Mehta, who is also the sister of Odisha Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik, refused the Padma Shri award, announced on Friday, saying the timing isn't right.
26 Jan 2019
IndiaSnipers, anti-aircraft guns: Everything to know about Republic Day security
For India's 70th Republic Day celebrations on Saturday, massive security arrangements have been made at the National Capital, Delhi.
26 Jan 2019
India#CareerBytes: 5 scholarships every engineering student should know about
Engineering is one of the most preferred professional courses but as education is becoming expensive, many are unable to afford to pursue engineering.
25 Jan 2019
MumbaiPracto faces criticism for featuring doctors who offer 'homosexuality cures'
The Supreme Court took a landmark decision last year as it read down Section 377 of the Indian Penal Code (IPC) which criminalized gay sex.
