Mysuru: KPCC working president Tanveer Sait identified three crucial pending matters that he believes are damaging the reputation of both the party and the state govt. Speaking to reporters, Sait said the uncertainty surrounding power distribution, the appointment of the next KPCC president, and the expected cabinet reorganisation created disorder within the party. He emphasised that prompt decisions from the party leadership on these matters are essential to fulfil electoral commitments. Expr...Read More
The Ministry of External Affairs clarified there is no contradiction with the Army on the standoff in eastern Ladakh. Both Indian and Chinese troops have disengaged from Demchok and Depsang following an October 21 agreement. Despite this, minor standoffs persist, and further talks are anticipated to restore confidence and de-escalate tensions.There is no contradiction of position on the situation along the Line of Actual Control in eastern Ladakh, the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) asserted ...Read More
Urvashi Rautela shared this image New Delhi: Saif Ali Khan was attacked at his upscale Bandra residence in the wee hours of Thursday. After the worrying incident, several celebrities raised their concerns over the safety of Mumbaikars. Urvashi Rautela also spoke on the matter, but her remarks did not sit well with the internet users. Amid expressing concern over the law and order in Mumbai, Urvashi Rautela flaunted her expensive diamond-studded watch, ring and watch and spoke about her latest...Read More
The official said the police registered a case against villagers for rioting, causing obstruction in official work and damaging government properties and vehicles. Talking to PTI on Friday, Seoni sub-divisional forest officer Yugesh Patel said the victim's body was recovered from Pindari beat The victim, Tulsiram Bhalavi, was returning from the Bawli Tola forest area after grazing cattle when a big cat attacked and killed him on Thursday evening, the official said. Following the incident, angr...Read More
Sandeep Dikshit, Congress leader and the party's candidate from the New Delhi seat for the coming Delhi elections, has termed former Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal "a nikamma (useless) MLA" and an "autocrat from the days of the Anna Hazare movement". Dikshit, who will take on Kejriwal in the New Delhi seat which the AAP convener has won thrice in a row, said the voters of the constituency see him as a useless MLA. "Yahan ka jo voter hai...usko as a vidhayak..usko bilkul nikamma vidhayak d...Read More
2. Municipalities must maintain 85% score to retain league status He also released the toolkit for the 9th edition of Swachh Survekshan, the world's largest urban cleanliness survey, in its new avatar which is simpler, sharper, systematic and all-inclusive. Speaking at the launch of the new toolkit, Khattar said, "To acknowledge the exceptional performance of cities in Swachh Survekshan, we are introducing the 'Super Swachh League', a competition among the cleanest cities." In the new league,...Read More
Industry 2 min read CAQM invokes Stage-III and IV restrictions in Delhi-NCR as air quality worsens The Commission for Air Quality Management (CAQM) on Wednesday invoked Stage-III ('Severe' Air Quality of Delhi) and Stage-IV ('Severe+' Air Quality of Delhi) measures under the Graded Response Action Plan (GRAP), effective immediately across Delhi-NCR after air quality deteriorated. The Commission for Air Quality Management (CAQM) on Wednesday invoked Stage-III ('Severe' Air Quality of Delhi) and S...Read More
A group of persons carrying weapons barged into Kotekar Vyavasaya Seva Sahakara Sangha (which is a cooperative society), near Ullal on the outskirts of Mangaluru, on January 17, and took golden jewellery and other valuables worth over ₹10 crore. The robbery took place when Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah was in Mangaluru to attend a function organised to lay the foundation stone for building the regional centre of Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences (RGUHS). Mangaluru Police Comm...Read More
WhatsApp governance, pothole-free roads, improvements announced Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister Chandrababu Naidu expressed confidence in the state's recovery and growth, stating that the people's faith in his leadership will drive the state towards prosperity. Speaking at a presentation on Thursday at the State Secretariat, Naidu outlined his vision for a 15 per cent growth rate. "We have set a target of achieving USD 42,000 per capita income by 2047," he said. Naidu reflected on the challeng...Read More
Union Home Minister Amit Shah called for trials in absentia for long-absconding fugitives linked to national security. Addressing the Madhya Pradesh government, Shah highlighted the need for robust legal aid and strict adherence to new criminal laws. He emphasized proper utilization of ICJS funds, monitoring of FIR conversions, forensic science recruitment, and e-summons implementation.Union Home Minister Amit Shah said on Friday that in cases related to national security, trial in absentia shou...Read More
IMAGE: The Indian women's team registered a big win their Kho Kho World Cup opener in New Delhi on Tuesday. Photograph: SAI Media/X The Indian women's team secured a commanding 175-18 victory over South Korea, in their opening match of the Kho Kho World Cup in New Delhi on Tuesday. In a show of sheer dominance, the home team showcased their prowess with impressive 'Dream Runs' and defensive strategies that left their opponents stunned at the Indira Gandhi Indoor Stadium. Chaithra B, Meeru and...Read More
The Vijay Hazare Trophy heads towards the semifinal stage with four teams left in the reckoning. The semifinal matches will be held at the Kotambi Stadium in Vadodara on Wednesday (January 15) and Thursday (January 16). Defending champion Haryana beat Gujarat by two wickets and will be pitted against Karnataka registered a five-run win over Baroda in the quarterfinals. In the other semifinal, Vidarbha, which won by nine wickets against Rajasthan, will take on Maharashtra, which defeated Punjab ...Read More
Nagpur: Ironic as it may sound, the buzz word in Indian cricket over the past weeks has been a non-cricketing term -- PR. Fan wars on social media, ignited by the debacle in Australia, sparked debates on 'paid news' versus authenticity. With the debate still raging, a post on X went viral on social media on Thursday evening. "Karun Nair has a serious shot at making it to the Indian team if he can afford hiring a PR agency for a while," said the post. The witty remark struck a chord, highlightin...Read More
Maharashtra is set to become the first state in India to establish a dedicated AI policy. The 16-member AI Policy Taskforce is developing the AI Policy 2025 to boost growth in AI-based industries, contributing significantly to the state's digital economy and future GDP goals. Maharashtra government has announced the formation of a committee to recommend strategies for implementing the state's pioneering Artificial Intelligence (AI) policy, as unveiled by the Minister for Information Technology,...Read More
Eyeing power n the national capital after two successive routs against relative newcomers Aam Admi Party, the Bharatiya Janata Party may replicate its success mantra that helped it gain power in Madhya Pradesh and then in Maharashtra. While the party has so far limited its campaign to targeting AAP supremo Arvind Kejriwal over the 'Sheesh Mahal' controversy and the liquor policy case to diminish AAP's tall claims of honest governance, the BJP's manifesto for the Delhi elections may see a direct...Read More
Auto Expo 2025: Bharat Mobility Global Expo kicks off today and the 2025 Auto Expo has a clear focus on electrification with numerous carmakers showing new EVs. Here is what to expect. Maruti Suzuki: The event kicks off with the e Vitara from Maruti Suzuki and it is its first electric Suv while being based on an electric architecture. It is one of the big stars of the show. Tata Motors: One of the biggest unveils would be Tata Motors with a production version of the Sierra as well as the Harri...Read More
TV actor Aman Jaiswal, known for his lead role in Dhartiputra Nandini, tragically passed away at the age of 23 in a road accident in Mumbai. The incident occurred on January 17 when his bike was hit by a truck on Jogeshwari Highway. Despite being rushed to Cama Hospital, he succumbed to his injuries within 30 minutes.Indian television actor Aman Jaiswal, best known for his lead role in the popular TV show Dhartiputra Nandini, passed away in a devastating road accident on January 17 in Mumbai. Th...Read More
Toshihiro Suzuki, Representative Director and President of Suzuki Motor Corporation, stated that nationality is not a barrier for becoming Managing Director and CEO of Maruti Suzuki India or President of Suzuki Japan. Maruti Suzuki India has become vital for Suzuki's global operations, contributing significantly to production and sales, highlighting the evolving Indian automotive market.Nationality is not a factor for anyone to become Managing Director and CEO of Maruti Suzuki India, and even an...Read More
New Delhi, Jan 17 (PTI) Veteran journalist and writer Humra Quraishi, who died due to heart failure and diabetic complications, was known as an advocate for truth, justice and as a champion for the marginalised. Quraishi breathed her last at a hospital in Gurugram on Thursday, her daughter Sarah Quraishi told PTI. She was 70. Also Read | Indian Army's 'Sambhav' Smart Phone Used During China Border Talks for Secure Communication. Born in Shahjahanpur in Uttar Pradesh on April 25, 1956, Quraish...Read More
BMW X1 LWB will be locally manufactured BMW India has launched the X1 Long Wheel Base Electric eDrive20 L M Sport in the Indian market at a starting price of Rs 49 Lakh (ex-showroom). It will be a locally made product of the brand in the Indian market and will be manufactured at the BMW Plant in Chennai. The brand has also started taking bookings for the electric SUV starting today. The consumers wishing to book the SUV can do it via the BMW dealerships in the country. The new SUV in the India...Read More
Get latest articles and stories on India at LatestLY. Arunachal Pradesh Chief Minister Pema Khandu on Friday emphasised on the vital role of deputy commissioners (DCs) to drive the development process in the state. Itanagar, Jan 17 (PTI) Arunachal Pradesh Chief Minister Pema Khandu on Friday emphasised on the vital role of deputy commissioners (DCs) to drive the development process in the state. Addressing the DC's conference here, Khandu said deputy commissioners are pivotal in driving develo...Read More
Taking to X on Thursday, Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma expressed gratitude to the Indian Embassy in Japan for their active participation in the event. "Indian Embassies are celebrating Assam Week to showcase the State's rich heritage & our potential to become a leading State in India with concerted efforts in education, industry, security and agriculture. Gratitude to India in Japan for enthusiastically celebrating this week," the Assam CM said. The Assam Week organised by the India...Read More
Prime Minister Narendra Modi will on Saturday distribute more than 6.5 million property cards under the SVAMITVA Scheme, the Panchayati Raj Ministry said. According to senior officials of the ministry, beneficiaries from more than 50,000 villages in 10 states -- Chhattisgarh, Gujarat, Himachal Pradesh, Madhya Pradesh, Maharashtra, Mizoram, Odisha, Punjab, Rajasthan, and Uttar Pradesh -- and two Union Territories -- Jammu and Kashmir and Ladakh -- will receive the cards. SVAMITVA, a scheme of t...Read More
Guwahati: Manipur Chief Minister N. Biren Singh said that due to the ethnic crisis, people are unable to use the highways to travel outside the state and high airfares are a big burden on them. Launching the additional flight services of Alliance Air at the Imphal International Airport, the Chief Minister said that Manipur has been passing through a difficult time and the people are unable to use the highways for travel outside the state because of the ethnic crisis. "Lakhs of people of the st...Read More
Bollywood actor Saif Ali Khan was injured after a robber barged in his residence at Bandra (west) and allegedly stabbed him. The incident occurred around 2:30 am on Thursday when the actor was sleeping in his house along with his other family members. The police said the robber fled from the scene after occupants of the house woke up and police are trying to trace him. The Bandra police are in the process of registering an FIR and several police teams have been formed to nab the culprit. A sen...Read More
When the State celebrates Sankranti, Visakhapatnam Steel Plant (VSP) employees are worried because they have yet to receive their salaries. According to sources, this is the first in the four-decade history of RINL-VSP that such a delay has occurred in the payment of December salary. Sources say employees have not received their salaries on time and in full since September 2024. "We are yet to receive our salaries as of Wednesday (January 15), even after Sankranti. It is a sombre moment for ou...Read More
MUDA scam: The Directorate of Enforcement (ED), Bangalore Zonal Office has provisionally attached 142 immovable properties having a market value of Rs. 300 Crore (approx.) under the provisions of the Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA), 2002, in connection with the case against Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah, the incumbent Chief Minister of Karnataka and others. The attached properties are registered in the name of various individuals who are working as real estate businessmen and agents. Accor...Read More
The first part of Parliament's Budget Session will be from January 31 to February 13, with Nirmala Sitharaman presenting her eighth budget on February 1. President Droupadi Murmu will address a joint sitting on January 31. The second part of the session is tentatively set for March 10 to April 4.The first part of Parliament's Budget Session is likely to be held between January 31 and February 13, with Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman set to table her eighth straight budget on February 1. In ...Read More
In connection with bye-election to Assembly constituencies, only such employees who are bona-fide voters in the relevant constituency should be granted special casual leave on the day of polling, the DoPT said. All central government offices and industrial establishments in Delhi will remain closed for assembly poll February 5, according to a Personnel Ministry order issued on Friday. Employees will also be eligible for a special casual leave if they are resident of a constituency and register...Read More
The Centre said it is closely monitoring the prices and availability of essential food commodities to ensure affordability to the consumers and to maintain a stable price regime. The Food Ministry, in a statement, said production of pulses and onion in 2024-25 is estimated to have increased over last year due to good monsoon and favourable weather conditions. Tur production is estimated to be 35.02 lakh tonnes, 2.5 per cent higher than 34.17 lakh tonnes in the previous year. Chana and masur pro...Read More