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13 Mar 2018
Supreme Court Of IndiaReport: A whopping 3,816 criminal cases against 1,765 MPs, MLAs
In a shocking reminder of the extent of criminalization in Indian politics, a whopping 3,816 criminal cases were registered against 1,765 MPs and MLAs across the country, of which 3,045 are still pending for hearing.
13 Mar 2018
Salman KhanAccording to Chinese media, what can China learn from India?
Chinese state media is normally known to be high on rhetoric and jingoism, condemning India at every opportunity. However, it recently praised India for doing a better job at showcasing its "soft power."
12 Mar 2018
Rohit SharmaNidahas Trophy: India beat Sri Lanka by 6 wickets
India's Nidahas Trophy campaign is back on track after the men in blue defeated hosts Sri Lanka by 6 wickets in 4th T2OI of the tri-nation tournament.
12 Mar 2018
SamsungThese are the best smartphones coming soon to India
In almost three months into 2018, we've seen some of the biggest smartphone launches, thanks to tech events like Mobile World Congress and Consumer Electronics Show.
12 Mar 2018
Reliance JioJioTV brings interactive sports experience for ongoing T20 Nidahas Trophy
JioTV, India's popular Live TV app by Reliance Jio, has introduced the country's first 'interactive sports experience' after acquiring exclusive digital rights for the ongoing T20 Nidahas Trophy.
12 Mar 2018
Bharti AirtelAirtel launches VoLTE service in Kolkata
India's largest telecommunications service provider Bharti Airtel on Monday announced the launch of its VoLTE services in Kolkata.
12 Mar 2018
Pakistan NewsIndia-Pakistan newest spat after ISI raids Indian residential complex
After a rather serious bout at UN, India and Pakistan are involved in another spat. Both sides have accused each other of ill-treating diplomats and their respective families.
11 Mar 2018
Madhya PradeshMadhya Pradesh to measure people's 'happiness quotient'
Madhya Pradesh government is going to conduct a study to measure the happiness quotient of people.
11 Mar 2018
Mukesh AmbaniReliance Foundation to set up a university: Nita Ambani
Nita Ambani, Chairperson and founder of the Reliance Foundation Nita Ambani on Saturday said that the foundation plans to set up a university for cutting-edge research and innovation as well as nurturing future leaders, musicians, scientists, and Olympians.
11 Mar 2018
XiaomiVu Televisions' first Android TV to launch on March 13
California-based Vu Televisions will launch its first Android TV in India on March 13.
11 Mar 2018
Narendra ModiPM Modi calls for concessional, less-risky financing for solar energy
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday called for concessional and less-risky finances for raising the share of solar electricity in the energy mix and pledged to generate 175 gigawatts (GW) of electricity in India from renewable energy sources by 2022.
11 Mar 2018
Uttar PradeshIndian shooters hit the bullseye at ISSF World Cup
Indian shooters are making our country proud at the ongoing ISSF World Cup in Guadalajara in Mexico.
11 Mar 2018
Reserve Bank Of India (RBI)India seems to be recovering from demonetization disruptions: IMF
The International Monetary Fund (IMF) on Sunday said that the Indian economy now seems to be on its way to recovering from disruptions caused by demonetization and roll-out of goods and services tax (GST).
11 Mar 2018
Emmanuel MacronIndia-France strengthen ties, sign pact to counter China's influence
India and France strengthened their 20-year-old strategic ties on Saturday as President Macron met PM Modi and signed 14 pacts ranging from cooperation in security to space exploration to clean energy.
11 Mar 2018
Indian RailwaysRailway stations could have designated selfie points soon
Railway stations in India might soon have designated selfie points as the Indian Railways has invited proposals to improve facilities at 70 stations across the country by December 2018.
10 Mar 2018
Reserve Bank Of India (RBI)RBI fines Airtel bank Rs. 5 crore for violating eKYC-norms
India's apex bank, The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) slapped a penalty of Rs. 5 crore on Sunil Mittal owned-Airtel Payments Bank Limited for violating eKYC norms.
10 Mar 2018
SpiceJetSpiceJet enters whopping Rs. 81,000cr-deal with France's Safran for aircraft-engines
No-frills India airline SpiceJet has inked a $12.5bn (Rs. 81,000 crore) deal with French major Safran Group for CFM aircraft engines; it's one of the biggest-ever aviation sector deals.
10 Mar 2018
Supreme Court Of IndiaMaking 'Guzaarish' on Euthanasia wasn't a smooth process for Bhansali
Welcoming Supreme Court's verdict on Passive Euthanasia, Sanjay Leela Bhansali recounted that when he had made 'Guzaarish' on the subject of mercy killing, there was a major outcry over it.
10 Mar 2018
Supreme Court Of IndiaNo mandatory two-child policy for India, says Supreme Court
The Supreme Court on Friday rubbished a plea requesting it to ask the Centre to make two-child policy compulsory across India to stall the nation's burgeoning population.
10 Mar 2018
World Health OrganizationSale of non-ISI helmets to be banned soon
Non-ISI helmets for two-wheeler drivers are set to be banned by the end of the year.
10 Mar 2018
Punjab National BankPassport details made mandatory for Rs. 50cr+ loans
Following several high profile cases of economic offenders leaving the country, the government has made it mandatory for borrowers looking for loans above Rs. 50cr to submit their passport details to banks.
10 Mar 2018
BCCIIrani Cup: Ashwin replaces Jadeja in Rest for India squad
The BCCI has announced that India's premier off-spinner Ravichandran Ashwin would replace Indian team-mate Ravindra Jadeja in the Rest of India squad for the upcoming Irani Cup.
10 Mar 2018
Arun JaitleyGST: Inter-state e-way Bill to rollout starting April 1
The Goods and Services Tax (GST) Council announced on Saturday that the inter-state e-way Bill will be rolled-out in a phased manner starting April 1, 2018.
10 Mar 2018
Emmanuel MacronFrench President Macron in India: France best partner for India
French President Emmanuel Macron is on a four-day visit to India, invited by his Indian counterpart PM Modi. Yesterday, he and his wife Brigitte Marie-Claude Macron were received warmly by Modi at Delhi Airport.
10 Mar 2018
TwitterMarketing lessons we can all take from condom-maker, Durex
If there is any one brand that is winning hearts through advertising, it is Durex.
10 Mar 2018
BCCIBishan Singh Bedi asks BCCI to recognise blind cricket
Former India captain Bishan Singh Bedi has thrown his support behind the Indian blind cricket team, urging the BCCI to recognise blind cricket and take it under its fold.
10 Mar 2018
Alice WellsIndia plays responsible role in Afghanistan's economic development, reconstruction: US
The Trump administration has stated they have seen India play a responsible role in the economic development and reconstruction of Afghanistan "over the last several years."
10 Mar 2018
BollywoodNawazuddin hires detectives to spy on wife; summoned by police
The Thane Police have asked Nawazuddin Siddiqui, his wife Anjali Siddiqui and lawyer Rizwan Siddiqui to appear before them as part of the investigation into an alleged Call Detail Record (CDR) scam.
10 Mar 2018
Indian Premier League (IPL)Delhi Daredevils have a new co-owner, JSW Sports
JSW Sports, a part of JSW Group, has bought 50% stake in IPL franchise Delhi Daredevils.
10 Mar 2018
Emmanuel MacronFrance's Emmanuel Macron arrives in India, gets Modi's hug
PM Narendra Modi's greeting of foreign head-of-states indicates a distinct pattern. If he disapproves or doesn't consider them strategically important, he doesn't meet them at the tarmac with his now-famous jhappis, as Canadian PM Justin Trudeau discovered the hard way.
09 Mar 2018
TechnologyHere's how you can port your Aircel number
Aircel has recently filed for bankruptcy and prepares to shut down its services in India.
09 Mar 2018
Salman KhanSalman Khan's 'Bajrangi Bhaijaan' hits a century in China
'Bajrangi Bhaijaan' has become India's fourth and Salman Khan's first 100 crore grosser in China.
09 Mar 2018
Sultan Azlan Shah CupIreland end India's hopes at Sultan Azlan Shah Cup
India have been knocked out of a medal contention spot from the Sultan Azlan Shah Cup in Malaysia after they faced a shock defeat in the hands of Ireland in Ipoh on Friday.
09 Mar 2018
Narendra ModiSonia Gandhi reveals why she didn't become Prime-Minister in 2004
Speaking at India Today Conclave in Mumbai, Sonia Gandhi revealed why she chose not to become the Prime Minister even after leading UPA to power in 2004.
09 Mar 2018
Virat KohliUber signs Virat Kohli as India brand ambassador
Uber has signed on celebrity cricketer Virat Kohli as its brand ambassador in India, the first time it has appointed one in Asia Pacific.
09 Mar 2018
AirbusAirbus to deliver 1 aircraft per week over 10 years
European aerospace major Airbus expects to deliver one aircraft per week on an average to Indian carriers over the next ten years.
09 Mar 2018
TwitterGovernment wants Twitter misuse to be under check before elections
The Indian government has asked Twitter to address the growing problem of social media misuse, especially ahead of the 2019 Lok Sabha polls in the country.
09 Mar 2018
Indian Premier League (IPL)Police slap non-bailable 'attempt to murder' charge on Mohammed Shami
Cricketer Mohammed Shami has been charged with serious crimes including attempt to murder and criminal intimidation after his wife Hasin Jahan filed a police complaint.
09 Mar 2018
Jammu And KashmirIndia's new name for Pakistan: "Special terrorist zone"
After "Terroristan" and the "Ivy League of Terrorism," India has now christened Pakistan as "Special Terrorist Zone." This derives inspiration from the "special economic zone" concept.