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Ex-Punjab and Haryana HC judge appointed to monitor Lakhimpur probe
The Supreme Court on Wednesday appointed Justice (retired) Rakesh Kumar Jain to oversee the ongoing probe into the Lakhimpur Kheri violence case.
Delhi's new excise policy comes into effect. What changes?
The Delhi government has officially bid goodbye to the retail liquor business as the new excise regime kicks in from Wednesday (November 17).
Schools, colleges in Delhi closed until further notice: CAQM
The Commission for Air Quality Management (CAQM) on Tuesday said all schools and colleges in Delhi and neighboring cities should be closed until further notice.
Purvanchal Expressway: Over 300km, 22 flyovers, 6 lanes, and more
The ambitious Purvanchal Expressway in Uttar Pradesh was inaugurated by Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday.
COVID-19: India reports 9K infections; lowest in 9 months
India on Tuesday reported nearly 9,000 new COVID-19 cases, which is the lowest daily tally in the last nine months.
Kartarpur Sahib Corridor reopens tomorrow, days ahead of Gurpurab
The central government has decided to reopen the Kartarpur Sahib Corridor from Wednesday (November 17).
'Unfounded allegations': Hardik Pandya clarifies on watch seizure at airport
Indian cricketer Hardik Pandya on Tuesday issued a clarification about the alleged seizure of his watches by the Mumbai Customs Department.
Pandora Papers probe begins; I-T notices sent to Indians, NRIs
The Centre's investigation into the Pandora Papers revelations is gathering pace with the Income Tax Department sending notices to most Indians named in the exposé.
PM Modi to inaugurate Purvanchal Expressway today; IAF airshow planned
Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to inaugurate the Purvanchal Expressway in Uttar Pradesh at 1:30 pm on Tuesday.
Delhi: Black fungus case in dengue-recovered patient raises worry
A rare case of black fungus or mucormycosis has been detected in a 49-year-old patient in Delhi's Indraprastha Apollo hospital who had just recovered from dengue.
COVID-19: India reports 10K+ infections; 125 more deaths
India on Monday reported over 10,000 new COVID-19 cases with an active caseload of 1.34 lakh, the lowest in 523 days.
Former Maharashtra Minister Anil Deshmukh sent to 14-day judicial custody
Anil Deshmukh, the former Home Minister of Maharashtra, was on Monday sent to judicial custody for 14 days by a special court under the Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA).
16-year-old raped by 400 people, including cop, in Maharashtra
A 16-year-old married girl was allegedly raped by some 400 people over the past six months in Beed district of Maharashtra, reports said.
SC adjourns hearing on hybrid CBSE, ISCE exams for Thursday
A Supreme Court hearing for a plea seeking changes in the offline board examinations has been adjourned for Thursday.
PM Modi divides Ministers into 8 groups to improve governance
Prime Minister Narendra Modi-led central government has divided the 77 Union Ministers into eight groups with an aim to improve overall governance.
Will Delhi impose lockdown over pollution? Kejriwal government responds
The Delhi government on Monday submitted a proposal on imposing a lockdown in the capital city to the Supreme Court.
2 journalists reporting on Tripura communal violence detained in Assam
The Tripura Police has booked two women journalists for allegedly "instigating" communal enmity in the state after an FIR was lodged against them by a Vishva Hindu Parishad (VHP) activist.
Delhi pollution: 4 Haryana districts shut schools, impose other curbs
Four Haryana districts bordering Delhi imposed fresh curbs on Sunday in light of the worsened air quality in the national capital.
COVID-19: India reports 11K+ infections; active cases hit 17-month low
India on Sunday reported over 11,000 new COVID-19 cases with an active caseload of 1.36 lakh, the lowest in 17 months.
Milind Teltumbde among 26 Maoists killed in 10-hour Gadchiroli encounter
As many as 26 Maoists were killed in an encounter in Gadchiroli, Maharashtra, on Saturday.
Section 144 imposed in Amravati after violence over Tripura incident
A curfew has been imposed and internet services shut down in Amravati city following incidents of violence on Saturday morning.
Delhi schools shut for a week over severe air pollution
Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal on Saturday said schools in the city will shift completely to offline classes for a week starting Monday.
Colonel, his family among 7 dead in Manipur terrorist attack
A colonel, his family members, and four soldiers died in an ambush by terrorists in the Singhat sub-division of Manipur's Churachandpur district.
Museums, food courts, guesthouses: PM Modi's Kashi Vishwanath project
Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to inaugurate the Kashi Vishwanath Dham project in Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh on December 13.
Supreme Court suggests 2-day lockdown in Delhi to curb pollution
The Supreme Court on Saturday asked the central government to devise an emergency plan to check the harrowing pollution levels in Delhi and neighboring cities.
3 Indian cities among world's most polluted; Delhi tops list
As many as three cities from India feature on the list of 10 most polluted cities around the world.
13 Norovirus cases reported in Kerala. What is it?
As many as 13 cases of the norovirus have been reported in Kerala.
Wife of Dawood's aide accuses Hardik Pandya, Shukla of rape
The wife of gangster Riyaz Bhati has filed an application with the Mumbai Police, accusing him of rape and forcing her into prostitution.
Regional parties received 55% donations from 'unknown' sources: ADR report
Regional parties across India received more than 55% of their donations in Financial Year 2019-20 from unidentified sources, the non-governmental body Association for Democratic Reforms (ADR) said in a report on Thursday.
COVAXIN 77.8% effective against coronavirus in Lancet study
COVAXIN's safety and efficacy data has been peer-reviewed and published in The Lancet medical journal, confirming the vaccine is 77.8% effective against COVID-19.
TN rains: Chennai streets flooded; airport arrivals resume after suspension
The heavy rains in Tamil Nadu worsened on Thursday as the depression over the Bay of Bengal crossed the coast near Chennai in the evening.
COVID-19: India reports 13K+ new cases, 340 more deaths
India on Thursday reported over 13,000 new COVID-19 cases with an active caseload of 1.38 lakh, the lowest in 266 days.
India may approve anti-COVID-19 drug molnupiravir soon: Report
India is reportedly likely to approve Merck's anti-COVID-19 drug molnupiravir soon.
Central Vista: Centre seeks bids for new PMO, India House
The Centre has invited bids for the construction of the Executive Enclave as part of the Central Vista redevelopment project.
23-year-old arrested over online rape threat to Virat Kohli's daughter
A 23-year-old man from Hyderabad was arrested on Wednesday for posting online rape threats to Indian cricket team captain Virat Kohli's daughter, a nine-month-old baby.
Coronavirus: India reports 11K+ new cases, 460 more deaths
India on Wednesday reported over 11,000 new COVID-19 cases with an active caseload of 1.39 lakh, the lowest in 264 days.
Red alert in TN amid rains; death toll reaches 8
A red alert for heavy to very heavy rainfall has been issued for 20 districts across Tamil Nadu on Wednesday and Thursday.
Kanpur: Zika virus cases cross 100; Adityanath to hold meeting
The tally of Zika virus infections in Uttar Pradesh's Kanpur has crossed 100 with 16 more cases reported on Tuesday.
J&K civilian killings: Man killed 'mistaken for Pandit shop owner'
The recent killing of a salesperson near a wholesale grocery shop in Srinagar, Jammu and Kashmir, may have been a case of mistaken identity.
PM Modi to inaugurate Purvanchal Expressway. What's new about it?
Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to inaugurate the Purvanchal Expressway on November 16.