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08 Feb 2019

India

How to learn Social Science in an interesting way?

For many students, Social Science can be a tricky subject. It is dreaded by many who find it difficult because of the vast syllabus while some find the subject boring.

08 Feb 2019

Lok Sabha

Here's how you can apply for a Voter ID online

With the Lok Sabha elections just three months away, it's time to gear up.

SC: Mayawati should reimburse Rs. 2,600cr spent on elephant statues

On Friday, the Supreme Court said that it was of the view that Bahujan Samaj Party (BSP) chief Mayawati should reimburse the public money that was spent installing statues of herself and BSP's symbol during her tenure as Chief Minister.

08 Feb 2019

Jammu And Kashmir

Pakistan using social-media to mobilize Kashmiri youth toward terrorism: Army

The general officer commanding-in-chief of the northern command, Lt Gen Ranbir Singh said yesterday that the Pakistani army has been using social media to mobilize support among the youth of Jammu and Kashmir to stir them towards terrorism.

08 Feb 2019

India

Hardik Pandya enjoys 'food' with teammates, netizens ask 'No coffee?'

Weeks after getting shunned, suspended and then finally returning to the pitch, when cricketer Hardik Pandya thought the whole Koffee With Karan controversy is behind him, the public proved him wrong.

08 Feb 2019

Noida

24 houses collapse as storm hits Noida village; 20 injured

Twenty-four houses collapsed and at least 20 people were injured when a sudden storm having high wind speed swept through a village in the Ecotech Sector 3, Noida yesterday night.

08 Feb 2019

Health & Wellness

Committed to allocate 2.5% of GDP to health sector: Nadda

Union Health Minister J P Nadda said yesterday that India has set an example by increasing its domestic financial allocation for health and stands committed to increase its overall health allocations to 2.5% of its GDP, as enunciated in the 2017 National Health Policy.

08 Feb 2019

Narendra Modi

PM Modi to launch several development projects in Arunachal Pradesh

On Saturday, Prime Minister Narendra Modi is slated to inaugurate Arunachal Pradesh's first dedicated TV channel - DD Arunprabha - at the Doordarshan Kendra (DDK) in Itanagar.

07 Feb 2019

Health & Wellness

#HealthBytes: Tips to ensure good post-sex hygiene

After an intimate bedroom session with your partner, getting out of the bed and cleaning up might be the last thing you want to do.

07 Feb 2019

Indian Railways

Now, read digital magazines, newspapers in train rides

If you are a frequent traveler, this new development by the Indian Railways will make you elated.

Aadhaar-PAN linkage now mandatory for filing I-T returns: Procedure here

Brushing off much confusion, the Supreme Court has clarified that linking your Aadhaar with Permanent Account Number (PAN) is mandatory for filing Income Tax returns.

07 Feb 2019

India

About 15.7 lakh public grievances against government departments in 2018

Around 15.7L public grievances were received last year against various Central government departments, Union minister Jitendra Singh told the Rajya Sabha today.

07 Feb 2019

India

Man to sue parents for birthing without consent, mom replies

Not so long ago, we reported about a Mumbai-based man who was planning to sue his parents for giving birth to him without taking his consent.

Punjab cop poured acid down man's mouth to get 'confession'

In what appears to be a horrific case of prison interrogation, a sub-inspector of the Punjab Police was booked by the CBI's special crime branch for pouring acid into the mouth of a man who was arrested in a drug case.

07 Feb 2019

Mukesh Ambani

Akash Ambani and Shloka to get married on March 9

Mukesh Ambani and wife Nita are all set for another glitzy wedding as their son Akash will be tying the knot with Shloka Mehta next month.

07 Feb 2019

India

Heavy snowfall blankets Kashmir, state cut off for second day

Kashmir remained cut off from the rest of the country for the second day today as the Srinagar-Jammu National Highway remained closed and flight services were disrupted at the airport in Srinagar due to heavy snowfall in the region.

07 Feb 2019

India

#CBSE2019: Memory tips and tricks for Class 10 students

The 2018-19 CBSE board exams for Class 10 will begin from 21 February and with less than two months left, students must be well-prepared by this time.

07 Feb 2019

India

Over 6,700 swine flu cases, 226 deaths trigger health alarm

There has been an alarming spike in swine flu (H1N1) cases in India this year, with 6,701 confirmed cases and 226 deaths recorded up until February 3.

07 Feb 2019

Uttar Pradesh

Uttar Pradesh Budget 2019: Highlights from the Budget speech

On Thursday, the much-awaited Uttar Pradesh Budget was announced for the financial year 2019-20.

07 Feb 2019

Goa

Goa: Exchange cigarette butts for free beer at this shack

Goa, a go-to place for many, sees an inflow of 7L tourists every year.

07 Feb 2019

Kerala

Iconic nude woman's statue in Kerala might get bronze plating

Kerala, known as God's own country, is also home to an iconic naked female statue, which is one of the biggest tourist attractions in the state.

07 Feb 2019

Uttar Pradesh

2013 Muzaffarnagar riots: One of seven convicted via video conferencing

One of the seven persons found guilty of killing two youths in an attack which is said to have triggered the 2013 Muzaffarnagar riots appeared before a court in Muzaffarnagar, Uttar Pradesh, through video conferencing.

07 Feb 2019

Narendra Modi

PM to lay foundation-stone of Arunachal Pradesh airport on Saturday

Prime Minister Narendra Modi will inaugurate several projects and lay foundation of many vital schemes in Arunachal Pradesh during his visit to the north-eastern state on Saturday, officials said today.

07 Feb 2019

India

Nainital school summons exorcists after principal felt girls were 'possessed'

In a bizarre case, an exorcist was summoned to a co-ed government high school in the town of Bhimtal in the Nainital district after the principal of the school got convinced that some of his students had been "possessed".

07 Feb 2019

Robert Vadra

Robert Vadra questioned for 'links' to arms dealer, London properties

On Wednesday, the Enforcement Directorate (ED) questioned businessman Robert Vadra for over five hours in connection with an alleged money laundering case related to properties in the UK.

06 Feb 2019

India

Tharoor nominates Kerala fishermen for #NobelPeacePrize; here's why

Senior Congress leader and Member of Parliament from Thiruvananthapuram, Shashi Tharoor, has nominated the fishermen of Kerala for this year's Nobel Peace Prize.

06 Feb 2019

Karnataka

'Gobar chor': Someone looted Rs. 1.25L worth cow-dung in Karnataka

We often see cops busy finding the perpetrators of theft crimes of crores of money, jewels or other valuable items.

06 Feb 2019

India

#KhadiExpress: Special train dedicated to Gandhiji launching in 2 months

Indian Railways is all set to launch a special train dedicated to Mahatma Gandhi named "Khadi Express" soon.

06 Feb 2019

India

Hair loss: Causes and precaution tips

Hair loss can be difficult to cope with, and it can affect anyone. However, men are more prone to experiencing hair loss (or baldness) than women.

06 Feb 2019

Narendra Modi

Army questions three jawans in connection to soldier Aurangzeb's death

The Indian Army has detained three jawans and is questioning them over their alleged role in soldier Aurangzeb's death, multiple reports claimed.

06 Feb 2019

Bihar

Bihar: Gold worth Rs. 10 crore looted from finance company

Five bags full of gold, said to be worth about Rs. 10 crore, were looted by a group of armed robbers from the premises of a private finance company in Muzaffarpur, Bihar today.

06 Feb 2019

Bahujan Samaj Party

Opposition stages walkout from UP Assembly over sugarcane dues issue

Opposition Samajwadi Party, BSP, and Congress today staged a walkout from the Uttar Pradesh Assembly, alleging that the state government was not serious about paying dues of sugarcane farmers.

06 Feb 2019

India

How to print/reprint your official Aadhaar card online

With so many government welfare schemes linked with Aadhaar, it is one of the most important documents you will ever hold.

06 Feb 2019

India

#CBSE2019: Preparation strategy post pre-board examinations for Class 12

The Class-12 Board Examinations are crucial as they play an important role in shaping a student's career and future.

06 Feb 2019

Robert Vadra

Wife Priyanka drops Robert Vadra at ED office for questioning

Sending a strong message that she stands by her spouse, Priyanka Gandhi dropped Robert Vadra outside Enforcement Directorate office on Wednesday.

Woman who entered Sabarimala returns home; her family moves out

Two weeks after she was allegedly assaulted by her mother-in-law for entering the Sabarimala temple, Kanaka Durga returned to her home in Angadipuram on Tuesday following a court order in her favor.

06 Feb 2019

Madhya Pradesh

Doctor kills driver, chops body into 500-pieces, puts in acid

In a horrendous incident, a government doctor posted in Madhya Pradesh's Itarsi town in Hoshangabad district killed his 30-year-old driver, chopped the body into at least 500 pieces and used acid to dissolve it.

06 Feb 2019

Narendra Modi

Senior BJD leader Ladu Kishore Swain dies, PM pays respects

Senior Biju Janata Dal (BJD) leader and Lok Sabha member Ladu Kishore Swain died at a private hospital in Bhubaneshwar following prolonged illness, family sources said today.

Sabarimala hearing: SC reserves verdict; temple board supports women's entry

The Supreme Court, on Wednesday, began hearing a clutch of petitions seeking a review of its September 28 verdict that allowed the entry of women of menstrual age to the Sabarimala temple.

06 Feb 2019

Narendra Modi

TN: Hundreds of engineers, MBAs apply for 14 sweeping jobs

In what can only be called a travesty, people with professional degrees are competing to bag jobs as sweepers and sanitary workers in the Tamil Nadu Assembly Secretariat.