India

Gujarat High Court denies AAP plea over defamation

12 Aug 2023 09:04 AM IST

In a significant ruling, the Gujarat High Court refused to grant an interim stay to Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) leaders, Arvind Kejriwal and Sanjay Singh, over criminal defamation proceedings initiated by Gujarat University relating to comments on Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s degree. Backdrop and Allegations Gujarat University accused both leaders

CM Yogi counters Akhilesh’s allegations in assembly session

12 Aug 2023 09:02 AM IST

As political tensions escalate in Uttar Pradesh, Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath’s recent assembly address showcased his ability to counter the criticisms raised by opposition leader Akhilesh Yadav. During the monsoon session, Yadav targeted the state’s leadership on issues ranging from Anna Maveshiyon to severe flooding. But Adityanath’s detailed responses left

Dhankhar condoles loss of lives on Bavla-Bagodara national Highway

12 Aug 2023 07:54 AM IST

Vice President Jagdeep Dhankhar on Friday expressed anguish over the loss of lives in the road accident on the Bavla–Bagodara highway in Ahmedabad. A total of 10 people, including five women and three children, were killed earlier today after their vehicle rammed into a truck that was parked at the

‘Meri Maati, Mera Desh’ campaign blossoms in Kashmir

12 Aug 2023 07:52 AM IST

‘Meri Maati, Mera Desh’ campaign bore witness to a diverse array of activities across 26 Panchayats in Central Kashmir’s Ganderbal District. District Youth Services and Sports Office (DYSSO) in Ganderbal orchestrated a series of engaging events today under the overarching theme of ‘Meri Maati, Mera Desh’ along with a vibrant

Eminent citizens write to President, CJI against NewsClick’s anti-India activities

12 Aug 2023 07:49 AM IST

Before a series of verbal spats could abate between the NDA and the Opposition in the Parliament over a volley of issues, another controversy has taken its root over the foreign funding into news portal ‘NewsClick’ by Chinese operators—a claim made by New York Times. Earlier, the Chinese funding into

Karachi: Over 80 killed while resisting robberies in 2023

11 Aug 2023 18:34 PM IST

According to the Citizens Police Liaison Committee (CPLC) report, over 80 persons were killed while resisting robberies in Pakistan’s Karachi during the first seven months of this year. According to the research, street crime climbed in the first seven months of 2023, with over 52,000 instances registered over this time

UP Assembly Session: “How will you achieve one trillion dollar economy?” Akhilesh Yadav asks UP govt

11 Aug 2023 15:15 PM IST

Samajwadi Party chief and Leader of Opposition in the Uttar Pradesh Assembly Akhilesh Yadav on Friday asked “How the Bharatiya Janata Party ruled government in the state is going to achieve a one trillion dollar economy without the help of the farmers and without investing in the agriculture sector?” Speaking

Ahead of Independence Day celebration, Delhi Police tightens security

11 Aug 2023 14:55 PM IST

Police sources said on Friday that Delhi police have increased checks and security measures throughout the National Capital in preparation for the Independence Day celebrations. Delhi Police Special CP Dependra Pathak said in a statement to the media, “Like every year, this year too, the Delhi Police is quite professional

MMRDA to construct two Metro depots in Thane District

11 Aug 2023 14:49 PM IST

The Mumbai Metropolitan Region Development Authority (MMRDA) has achieved a significant milestone in the expansion of its metro network by obtaining possession of crucial lands for the construction of two vital metro depots. The newly acquired land will facilitate the efficient operation, maintenance, and repair of metro trains for the

‘Opposition obstructed Parliament function under guise of Manipur’ says Union Minister Kiren Rijiju

11 Aug 2023 14:40 PM IST

Union Minister Kiren Rijiju on Friday said that the opposition parties did not let the Parliament function in the Monsoon session under the pretext of the situation in Manipur. While speaking to reporters, Kiren Rijiju said, “Opposition parties didn’t let the Parliament function, under the pretext of Manipur over the

Srijan scam: CBI arrests accused Rajni Priya; husband Amit Kumar died in CBI custody

11 Aug 2023 12:25 PM IST

CBI has arrested Rajni Priya, daughter-in-law of Srijan’s kingpin Manorama Devi in 2017 Srijan scam case in Bhagalpur, Bihar of about two thousand crores. CBI has arrested Rajni Priya from Sahibabad in Ghaziabad. At the same time, it is also being told that Amit Kumar, husband of Rajni Priya, the

Nuh: Curfew lifted in district, schools reopen

11 Aug 2023 11:58 AM IST

Schools and educational institutions reopened in Nuh on Friday after being closed due to violent incidents. The district administration has stated that the curfew will be lifted today from 7 a.m. to 3 p.m. According to Ravinder Jain, Principal of Model Sanskriti Sr. Sec. School, some primary kids have returned