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#AAPvsCentre: SC gives electricity-board to AAP, Anti-corruption bureau to L-G
In a verdict which is sure to upset the Aam Aadmi Party, the Supreme Court on Thursday said the Delhi government can't have control over the anti-corruption bureau.
MP: Senior cop 'treated' father's dead body for a month
In a disturbing incident, a senior police officer in Madhya Pradesh kept his dead father's body at his home claiming he was undergoing "ayurvedic treatment".
TN forest officials go scuba-diving to remove waste from sea
Waste generation in large waterbodies, which fatally affects sea animals, is a matter of concern in India.
#CareerBytes: 5 scholarships every medical student should know about
In India, medical courses are among the most preferred professional courses among science students. But as medical education is becoming costlier in the country, many are unable to afford to pursue medical courses.
#HealthBytes: All you need to know about birth-control methods
Contraception is a vital part of sex life, as it protects one from unplanned/unwanted pregnancies.
Rose export by India touches Rs. 30cr this Valentine's day
Even if they might not know what Valentine's Day is, Indian farmers have reason to celebrate this February 14.
Is Twitter really biased against right-wing? Let's dig deep
Come election season and lines have been clearly drawn on social media. Before parties send their cadres on streets, millions are doing the same job on Twitter.
Know all about Akash Ambani, Mukesh Ambani's elder son
After Isha Ambani's grand wedding in December last year, it's time for another opulent wedding for Ambanis.
Leprosy would no longer be considered ground for divorce
Parliament today passed a Bill removing leprosy as a ground for divorce under five personal laws including the Hindu Marriage Act.
No more heavy bags for young school kids: Meghalaya government
In a major relief to students, the Meghalaya government has put a cap on the weight of schoolbags for all classes and set restrictions on homework for classes 1 and 2.
#CBSE2019: Last-minute exam revision strategy for Class 12 students
The 2018-19 CBSE Class 12 board exams are set to commence from 15 February and with just 2 days left, students must be well-prepared by now.
J&K: Explosion at private school in Pulwama injures 12 students
In a shocking incident, an explosion at a private school in Pulwama of Jammu and Kashmir injured 12 students.
Norwegian pays Rs. 28,000 for street-haircut in Ahmedabad. Here's why
Small street businessmen in India often hoodwink foreign tourists by charging them over double the original price.
Porn apart, users reveal Airtel, Jio blocking proxy sites, Telegram
Among Indian internet users, its common knowledge now that hundreds of popular porn websites have been blocked by internet providers or 4G providers like Airtel, Jio, BSNL etc.
Karol Bagh hotel fire: Three members of same family died
A Kerala family which came to Delhi to attend a wedding, and was hoping to visit Haridwar, lost three members after the hotel they were staying at caught a massive fire.
NDA's Rafale deal 2.8% cheaper than UPA's, finds CAG report
In what is sure to boost the confidence of BJP at Centre, the CAG report on Rafale deal, tabled in Rajya Sabha on Wednesday, underlined that India saved money.
IndiGo cancels 30 flights owing to shortage of pilots
Budget carrier IndiGo, on Tuesday, had to cancel as many as 30 flights across major airports, as a shortage of pilots continues to hamper its operations.
Why today's RS session is crucial for Triple Talaq bill
The Citizenship (Amendment) Bill and The Muslim Women (Protection of Rights on Marriage) Bill, commonly known as Triple Talaq bill, will lapse if the Rajya Sabha doesn't give a nod on Wednesday, the last working day of the budget session.
2 terrorists killed in encounter with security forces in J&K
Two terrorists were killed in an encounter with security forces in Jammu and Kashmir's Budgam district today.
Rajasthan: MiG-27 crashes near Pokhran; pilot ejects safely
On Tuesday, a MiG-27 fighter jet of the Indian Air Force (IAF) crashed near the Pokhran firing range after taking off for a routine training mission from Rajasthan's Jaisalmer.
Unknown persons body-shame Kerala bride, spread rumors about her
In a despicable incident, a Kerala woman was body-shamed by unknown people on social media after her recent wedding photo went viral.
Laborer's son to NASA scientist: Incredible story of Odisha boy
Hard work and determination never ditch you, and stories on a similar theme rarely fail to inspire us.
#HealthBytes: Common queries around condoms answered
Condoms are handy, easy to store, widely available, and above all, effective (in most of the cases).
#CareerBytes: Common doubts students 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.
This Hyderabad groom wants 'Vote for Modi' as his gift
Last month, we reported how a Gujarati family asked guests invited to their son's wedding to vote for Prime Minister Narendra Modi in the upcoming elections through the wedding invitation.
Know all about Shloka Mehta, Mukesh Ambani's daughter-in-law
Akash Ambani and Shloka Mehta are all set to get married on March 9 and it is going to be a glitzy affair.
Want to book general, reservation train tickets online? Here's how
Booking a train ticket has become quite easy these days, thanks to technological advancements and the Indian Railways' efforts to enhance passenger convenience.
SC to hear Ericsson's plea against Anil Ambani tomorrow
The Supreme Court today adjourned for tomorrow the hearing on a contempt notice issued to Reliance Communication Ltd (RCom) Chairman Anil Dhirubhai Ambani and others on a plea filed by Ericsson India for allegedly not clearing its dues of Rs. 550 crore.
Media celebrates FIR against Arnab Goswami. Here's why it's troubling
On Monday, a Delhi court ordered registration of FIR against Arnab Goswami, the editor-in-chief of Republic TV on the complaint of Congress MP Shashi Tharoor. And, Goswami's critics collectively rejoiced.
Chhattisgarh: Congress government rename 5 schemes, BJP remarks 'political vindictiveness'
The newly-formed Congress government in Chhattisgarh has rechristened five schemes named after late Jan Sangh leader Pandit Deendayal Upadhyaya by the previous BJP-led dispensation.
Congress-MP's car rams barricade at Parliament, Delhi put on alert
Delhi was put on high alert on Tuesday after a lawmaker's car rammed into a barricade at Parliament premises.
#HealthBytes: 5 diet tips to slow down skin ageing process
Everyone wants clear, glowing, and beautiful-looking skin.
Customer finds blood stained band-aid in food, Swiggy left red-faced
In a disturbing incident, a man in Chennai found a blood-stained band-aid in the food item that he ordered through food delivery giant Swiggy.
How to get duplicate copy of your lost Aadhaar card
After the Supreme Court verdict on Aadhaar Act, it is no longer mandatory to link your Aadhaar with bank or telecom services.
SC imposes Rs. 1 lakh fine on former interim CBI-chief
A Supreme Court bench headed by Chief Justice of India Ranjan Gogoi held former interim CBI Chief M Nageshwar Rao "guilty of contempt" on Tuesday for transferring the officer probing Muzaffarpur shelter home case.
Kerala Police want Section 144 imposed as Sabarimala Temple opens
With the Sabarimala Temple slated to open for five-day monthly pujas on Tuesday, certain fringe groups have reiterated their plans to block women of menstrual age from entering the temple.
Amid protests, Citizenship Bill to be tabled in Rajya Sabha
The controversial Citizenship (Amendment) Bill, 2016, will be tabled in the Rajya Sabha on Tuesday by Union Home Minister Rajnath Singh, despite widespread protests in the Northeast.
Karol Bagh hotel fire: 17, including child, killed
A massive fire broke out at Hotel Arpit Palace, situated in New Delhi's Karol Bagh area, on Tuesday which killed seventeen people and left several injured.
Kerala: After caught cheating, student beats teacher
In a shocking incident that took place in Kerala, a student of Class XII assaulted a school teacher after the latter found him cheating in an exam recently.