India

Pranab was a doting father, politician: Sharmistha Mukherjee

11 Dec 2023 07:47 AM IST

Just before launching her book, “Pranab, My Father”, Sharmistha Mukherjee, daughter of late President Pranab Mukherjee, shares her idea behind writing the book in an exclusive interview with India News. Through her book, she reminds the readers about the personal, political and social life of the late President. Excerpts: Q:

Soaring Above the Skies: The Unparalleled Journey with Etihad Airways

11 Dec 2023 01:07 AM IST

In the ever-evolving world of aviation, where competition is fierce, Etihad Airways has consistently distinguished itself as a leader in delivering exceptional travel experiences. As the national airline of the United Arab Emirates, Etihad has redefined air travel with its commitment to excellence, innovation, and sustainability. Every journey with Etihad

BJP to protest at Gandhi statue in Parliament against Congress over cash scam

10 Dec 2023 17:30 PM IST

Members of the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) will demonstrate at the Gandhi statue in Parliament on Monday in opposition to the Income Tax Department’s ongoing raids that have resulted in the seizure of cash from several locations connected to Congress MP Dheeraj Sahu. The incident has given the BJP more

Telangana Chief Minister Revanth Reddy meets KCR

10 Dec 2023 15:38 PM IST

At Yashoda hospital on Sunday, Telangana Chief Minister Revanth Reddy met with former chief minister and leader of the Bharat Rashtra Samithi, K Chandrashekar Rao. On December 7, KCR had surgery to replace his entire left hip after he fell in his Erravalli farmhouse. Former Telangana Chief Minister K Chandrashekar

I-T dept conducts raids the Boudh Distilleries in Odisha for fifth day in a row

10 Dec 2023 11:21 AM IST

Boudh Distilleries Private Limited’s premises were raided by the Income Tax Department on Sunday. At this point, the fifth day of the central agency’s raids began. Congress Rajya Sabha MP from Jharkhand, Dheeraj Sahu, is connected to the Baldev Sahu Infra Pvt Ltd company, a group company of Boudh Distilleries

CM Yogi Adityanath hosts the Gorakhnath Temple’s “Janta Darshan”

10 Dec 2023 10:59 AM IST

Yogi Adityanath, the chief minister of Uttar Pradesh, hosted “Janta Darshan” on Sunday at the Gorakhnath Temple grounds in Gorakhpur. After receiving letters from the attendees at the temple, the chief minister instructed officials to handle public complaints as soon as possible. CM Yogi Adityanath gave orders to police and

IMD issues a fog alert for the next two days for five states, including West Bengal, Madhya Pradesh

10 Dec 2023 10:48 AM IST

The India Meteorological Department on December 10 and 11 issued a fog alert in isolated areas across five states. On December 10 and 11, there is a high probability of dense fog in certain areas over north Madhya Pradesh, Sub-Himalayan West Bengal, Sikkim, Assam, and Meghalaya during the morning hours,

Delhi’s overall AQI drops to the “Very Poor” category as fog rolls in

10 Dec 2023 10:23 AM IST

The Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB) reported that the overall air quality index in the nation’s capital fell to the “Very Poor” category on Sunday. The Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB) reports that at 8 am on Sunday, the AQI in the RK Puram-Munirka area was 345, in the ‘Very

Body of 30-Year-Old Woman Found in Decomposed State in Delhi Apartment

09 Dec 2023 15:54 PM IST

The body of a 30-year-old woman, identified as Saniya Rai, was discovered in a decomposed state in her rented apartment in Delhi’s Malviya Nagar. The police received a PCR call from the building owner reporting a foul smell emanating from the apartment. Upon arrival, the police found the apartment locked

“You can’t win elections on social media,” says PM Modi at Viksit Bharat event

09 Dec 2023 15:26 PM IST

Prime Minister Narendra Modi criticized opposition parties for not prioritizing public welfare and emphasized the significance of engaging with people to win their hearts, asserting that election victories cannot be achieved solely through social media. During a virtual interaction with beneficiaries of Viksit Bharat Sankalp Yatra, PM Modi stressed the

Dalai Lama to Visit Sikkim and West Bengal

09 Dec 2023 14:55 PM IST

The 14th Dalai Lama left on Saturday for a visit to Sikkim and West Bengal, where he will give teachings from December 12 to 14. This visit has sparked diplomatic discussions, particularly given the ongoing border tensions between India and China. During his tour, the Dalai Lama will teach in

Mau Wall Collapse: UP CM Yogi Extends Support, Announces Rs 2 Lakh for Deceased Victims’ Families

09 Dec 2023 13:58 PM IST

Following the tragic incident of a wall collapse in Mau, Uttar Pradesh, Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath has announced compensation of Rs 2 lakh each to the families of those who lost their lives. The collapse occurred under unfortunate circumstances, leading to casualties, and the compensation is intended to support the