India

Truckers’ Protest Over Hit-and-Run Law Triggers Fuel Pump Rush

02 Jan 2024 13:28 PM IST

Fuel pumps in several states experience long queues as panic buying ensues due to concerns over the ongoing truckers’ protest against the impending criminal code. Protests erupt in various states, including Bihar, Punjab, Maharashtra, Madhya Pradesh, Himachal Pradesh, and Chhattisgarh, opposing high penalties for hit-and-run accidents in the upcoming Bharatiya

Vivo money laundering case: ED moves Delhi High Court against release of interim CEO, 2 others

02 Jan 2024 13:02 PM IST

On Tuesday, the Enforcement Directorate (ED) lodged an appeal with the Delhi High Court, contesting a trial court’s decision that ordered the release of three individuals, including the interim CEO of Chinese smartphone manufacturer VIVO, in connection with a money laundering case. The vacation judge of the Delhi HC’s bench

BJP Key Meeting in Delhi Discusses Ram Temple Consecration and Lok Sabha Election Strategy

02 Jan 2024 12:48 PM IST

Senior leaders of the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) gathered in Delhi for a crucial meeting to deliberate on the upcoming consecration ceremony at Ayodhya’s Ram Temple and devise a strategy for the upcoming Lok Sabha elections. The meeting, held at the party headquarters, saw the presence of key figures, including

Tamil Nadu’s Trichy decked up to welcome PM Modi

02 Jan 2024 12:41 PM IST

Tiruchirappalli is under heightened security measures as it prepares to welcome Prime Minister Narendra Modi for the inauguration of the new terminal building at the city’s international airport on Tuesday. The BJP has adorned the city with large banners extending a warm reception to the Prime Minister upon his arrival,

WhatsApp Crackdown: Over 71 Lakh Accounts Banned in India for Policy Violations

02 Jan 2024 12:24 PM IST

WhatsApp, owned by Meta, disclosed in its latest monthly report that it banned more than 71 lakh accounts in India during November 2023. Out of this, over 19 lakh accounts were banned proactively, without waiting for user reports of policy violations. The messaging platform also addressed over 8,000 grievances from

Delhi Shivers in Bone-Chilling Cold, Temperature Hits Below Freezing Point

02 Jan 2024 11:53 AM IST

Delhi experienced another bitterly cold morning as the mercury dropped below freezing, with the Ridge area recording -0.3°C. The cold wave showed no signs of relenting, maintaining its grip on the national capital and vast regions of North India. Safdarjung observatory marked a minimum temperature of 1.4°C, Palam at 1.2°C,

Amit Shah Expresses Grief Over the Demise of Professor Ved Prakash Nanda

02 Jan 2024 11:43 AM IST

In a somber announcement, Union Home Minister Amit Shah expressed deep condolences over the demise of renowned legal scholar Professor Ved Prakash Nanda. Taking to X, Shah lamented the loss of an internationally acclaimed academic whose distinguished career was marked by academic rigor and a profound commitment to legal education.

India, Pak share lists of nuke sites, prisoners

02 Jan 2024 09:37 AM IST

India and Pakistan on Monday exchanged lists of nuclear installations that cannot be attacked in the event of hostilities, maintaining a tradition dating back to 1992 despite relations between the two neighbours being at an all-time low. The two countries also exchanged lists of civilian prisoners and fishermen in each

Sculptor Arun Yogiraj carves RAM LALLA idol for Ram Temple inauguration

02 Jan 2024 03:18 AM IST

The much-anticipated inauguration of the Ram temple in Ayodhya is set to take place on January 22, with a unique touch of craftsmanship from Mysore. The statue of Ramlalla, to be installed in the Ram Mandir, has been intricately carved by Mysore-based sculptor Arun Yogiraj, as confirmed by the Ramjanma

CM Hemant Soren set to resign, BJP MP predicts wife Kalpana as successor

02 Jan 2024 03:11 AM IST

Jharkhand Chief Minister Hemant Soren is expected to step down soon, with BJP MP Nishikant Dubey claiming that his wife, Kalpana, will take over. This comes after a JMM MLA resigned from the Assembly, citing personal reasons. Sarfaraz Ahmed, the MLA from Gandey, stated that his resignation aims to strengthen

Tis Hazari halts gangster’s appearance in Karnal Court

02 Jan 2024 03:04 AM IST

A Delhi court recently halted the appearance of gangster Deepak Pahal, also known as Boxer, before a court in Karnal, Haryana. This stay was in response to his request regarding the production warrant issued by the Karnal court in a criminal case. On December 29, Duty Magistrate Gita at Tis

Delhi Court to hear plea seeking permission for Polygraph Tests of accused today

02 Jan 2024 02:59 AM IST

Delhi’s Patiala House court on Tuesday will hear a plea filed by the Special Cell of Delhi Police, seeking authorization to conduct a polygraph test on all the individuals apprehended in the Parliament Security Breach Case. The matter was deferred to January 2, 2024, by Additional Sessions Judge Dr. Hardeeep