Srinagar, Dec 11: National Conference (NC) President Dr Farooq Abdullah today asked people of Kashmir to come together in prayers to bring an end to the ongoing dry spell that has been plaguing the region. In a statement, he emphasised the importance of offering special prayers at major shrines, mosques, and Khanqahs across Kashmir. The NC President specifically mentioned revered shrines such as Charar-e-Sharief and Maqdoom Sahib, encouraging people to seek relief from the challenging weather c...Read More
The Supreme Court of India has said that mere harassment is not sufficient to hold someone guilty of the offence of abetting suicide, and there must be clear evidence of direct or indirect incitement. Photograph: ANI Photo The observations came from a bench of justices Vikram Nath and P B Varale which delivered its verdict on an appeal challenging a Gujarat high court order which refused to discharge a woman's husband and her two in-laws for allegedly harassing her and driving her to suicide. ...Read More
SSAB, a Nordic and US-based steel company, along with its subsidiary Ruukki Construction, has announced a donation of roofing products and steel to aid in the reconstruction of war-damaged buildings in Ukraine. This philanthropic effort is in collaboration with the nongovernmental organisation OperationAid, focusing on the Mykolaiv region's urgent rebuilding needs. The donation includes approximately 3,000m² of colour-coated steel for roofing, manufactured at Ruukki's plant near Ukrainian capi...Read More
New Delhi, Dec 12 (UNI) Amid massive showdown between the Opposition and ruling party members, the Rajya Sabha on Thursday could barely function and was adjourned for the day after it re-convened post-lunch hour. The Upper House was first adjourned till 2 PM as confrontation between the Opposition and Treasury bench members continued. When the House met again at 2 PM, the protests continued. While Dhankhar was in the Chair, the Leader of Opposition (LoP) Mallikarjun Kharge protested against th...Read More
Bhubaneswar, Dec 12 (PTI) There is a need to prepare an NRC (National Register of Citizens) like document to differentiate Indians and infiltrators, Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma said in Puri on Thursday. Speaking to media persons after visiting Jagannath temple at Puri, Sarma said the Assam government on Wednesday decided that one should have his/her name registered in the NRC for obtaining an Aadhaar card. If the applicant's name is not there in the NRC, he/she will not get an Aad...Read More
New Delhi, Dec 12 (UNI) Aam Aadmi Party's (AAP) national convener Arvind Kejriwal on Thursday announced that his government will give Rs 1000 to every registered woman under Mahila Samman scheme in the national capital, with the amount set to increase to Rs 2,100 after the election. "As I promised, I will give Rs 1,000 to every woman. This proposal was passed in the cabinet meeting chaired by Atishi this morning. Now, this scheme has been implemented in Delhi," Kejriwal said. "To avail of this...Read More
New Delhi [India], December 12 (ANI): Ahead of the third Test of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy (BGT) in Brisbane, former cricketer Sunil Gavaskar said that now Australia has the momentum in the series. The third Test match of the BGT series will be played in Brisbane's iconic The Gabba from Saturday. Earlier in the Adelaide Test, India conceded a disappointing 10-wicket defeat to Australia. Speaking exclusively to Star Sports, Sunil Gavaskar said that following the win in Perth Test the momentum ...Read More
Mumbai, December 12 (ANI): The critically acclaimed film 'Girls Will Be Girls' is set to premiere in India on December 18 on Prime video. The film, an Indo-French collaboration, stars newcomers Preeti Panigrahi and Kesav Binoy Kiron alongside Kani Kusruti. It is produced by Richa Chadha and Ali Fazal's Pushing Buttons Studios, in collaboration with French production houses Dolce Vita Films and Crawling Angel Films. While speaking to ANI, producers Richa Chadha and Ali Faizal expressed their exci...Read More
Mumbai: A 55-year-old man from Kerala was fatally struck by a BEST bus near Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Terminus (CSMT) on Wednesday, making it the second deadly accident involving the transport body in just three days, according to officials. The bus driver, Dnyandeo Jagdale, was arrested and taken into custody for questioning, as per officials. This incident follows a tragic accident in Kurla just 48 hours earlier, where a BEST bus killed seven people and injured 42 others on Monday night. Ku...Read More
NEW DELHI: Spiritual leader Sadhguru, has expressed his concerns over the ongoing disruptions in the Indian Parliament, calling the developments "disheartening" and urging for a more constructive approach to governance. In a post published on social media, the founder of the Isha Foundation underlined the importance of maintaining decorum in the legislature, particularly when India is striving to be a global beacon of democracy. "It is disheartening to observe disruptions in the Indian Parliam...Read More
BENGALURU: The death by suicide of an automobile company executive, which sent shockwaves on Monday, has taken an intriguing turn as it occurred against the backdrop of an ongoing family court battle. It is alleged that he took the extreme step as his wife and in-laws demanded ?3 crore to withdraw the cases filed against him and ?30 lakh for visitation rights to see his son. The incident came to light when Atul sent an email to an NGO working for men facing domestic violence cases and related m...Read More
New Delhi [India], December 12 (ANI): Congress MP Karti Chidambaram on Thursday strongly defended the Places of Worship (Special Provisions) Act, 1991, as the Supreme Court will be hearing pleas challenging the law. Speaking to the ANI, Chidambaram emphasized that the Act was crucial in maintaining the secular fabric of India and should not be altered. "The provisions of the Places of Worship Act, 1991, protect the secular fabric of the nation. Any alteration to the Act is very problematic," C...Read More
Agartala (Tripura) [India], December 12 (ANI): Tripura Chief Minister Manik Saha inaugurated the opening ceremony of the 68th National School Games for Judo (Under-17 Girls) at NSRCC, Netaji Chowmuhani in Agartala. The competition, which will take place from December 12 to 15, will feature talent at the national level and will feature 31 teams, comprising representatives from 27 states and four organisations. Approximately 350 players, coaches, and managers are attending. Tripura's athletes ha...Read More
New Delhi, Dec 12 (VOICE) The number of tax refunds has recorded a 46.31 per cent jump to Rs 3.08 lakh crore between April 1 and November 27 this year compared to the same period of 2023, marking a significant increase in the efficiency of the Income Tax Department, according to figures released by the Union Finance Ministry on Thursday.In the corresponding period last year between April 1, 2023, and November 30, 2023, refunds totalling Rs 2.03 lakh crore were issued, reflecting the Ministry's c...Read More
New Delhi, Dec 12 (VOICE) Former India head coach Ravi Shastri said the only way a struggling Rohit Sharma can assert himself in the upcoming Brisbane Test is by throwing the first punch towards Australia as an opener. Rohit could only make nine runs in two innings as a number six batter in India's ten-wicket defeat to Australia at the Adelaide Oval, as the hosts' squared the five-match series 1-1. Those two scores meant Rohit is now averaging just 11.83 in his last six Tests. "That's where he...Read More
Hyderabad, Dec 12 (Maxim News): Facial Recognition Attendance has come into effect in the Telangana Secretariat from Thursday. Ministers expressed anger over some employees not attending their duties even after 12 noon. With this, the government has focused on the punctuality of employees. Click Here To Join Us On WhatsApp Chief Secretary Shanthi Kumari has already issued orders regarding face recognition. From now on, daily attendance will be recorded on the facial recognition system. This ap...Read More
Mumbai: Amid ongoing rumors surrounding their relationship, Bollywood couple Abhishek Bachchan and Aishwarya Rai recently made a public appearance together, putting to rest speculations about their divorce. The separation talks started when the couple was seen attending an event separately earlier this year. Adding to this, Aishwarya shared pictures from their daughter Aaradhya's birthday celebration without any Bachchan family members, including Abhishek. This fueled whispers about a possible ...Read More
New Delhi: Get ready to groove to the ultimate Holi anthem! The first song from Abhishek Kapoor's highly anticipated big-screen adventure Azaad, Birangay, is out now. Launched in grand style in Jaipur, the song introduces audiences to the fresh and energetic duo of Aaman Devgan and Rasha Thadani. Birangay sets the mood for this festive season, showcasing the playful chemistry between the lead pair, with its amazing rhythm and desi vibe. Jaipur Hosts the Grand Launch of Azaad's first Track Bira...Read More
New Delhi, December 12: The Union Cabinet on Thursday approved bills to implement 'One Nation, One Election', and the draft legislations are likely to be introduced in Parliament in the ongoing Winter session, sources said. The decision was taken at a meeting of the Union Cabinet chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi. The government is keen on holding wider consultations on bills which are likely to be referred to a parliamentary committee. Sources said the government was also keen to consult...Read More
Raipur (Chhattisgarh) [India], December 12 (ANI): Chhattisgarh Deputy Chief Minister Vijay Sharma on Thursday reported significant progress in combating Naxalites, stating that actions are taken based on credible information. He said that in the last five years, 219 Naxalites were killed, and this year alone, 220 have been eliminated. Additionally, seven Naxalites were killed in an ongoing encounter. "Today, action is taken on the basis of information... In the last 5 years, 219 Naxalites were...Read More
Mumbai, Dec 12 (PTI) Malayalam superstar Mohanlal says he will definitely come and work in Hindi movies if filmmakers in Bollywood offer him roles. One of the most influential Malayalam cinema stars, Mohanlal has been part of over 300 films, including all time hits such as "Manichitrathazhu", "Kireedam", "Bharatham", "Drishyam" and "Pulimurugan". "I have done a couple of Hindi films also. But now most of my other films are dubbed into Hindi. When somebody calls me for a role I'll definitely co...Read More
New Delhi, Dec 12 (PTI) Teen sensation Vaibhav Suryavanshi is not as excited at the prospect of becoming the youngest ever to play in the IPL as he is at being coached by the legendary Rahul Dravid at Rajasthan Royals. The 13-year-old Suryavanshi became the youngest cricketer ever to be bought at an IPL auction last month when he was acquired by Rajasthan Royals who will be coached by Dravid. "I am really glad that I am getting a chance to play in the IPL. I am excited to play under Rahul Drav...Read More
New Delhi, December 12: Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) national convenor Arvind Kejriwal on Thursday announced that every woman of the capital will get monthly monetary assistance of Rs 1,000/- and this would be raised to Rs 2,100 if the party is voted to power in upcoming Assembly elections. The big announcement, apparently inspired from schemes in other states, comes days ahead of Assembly elections in the capital, slated for February next year. He further said that the scheme, dubbed as 'Mahila Samma...Read More
Bengaluru, Dec 12 (PTI) Rains lashed Bengaluru and parts of the south interior and coastal districts of Karnataka, causing traffic congestion on Thursday, officials said. For the next 24 hours, Bengaluru city and neighbourhood areas are likely to witness a generally cloudy sky with moderate rain likely in some areas, they said. In a statement, the India Meteorological Department (IMD) attributed the weather to a well marked low pressure area over Gulf of Mannar and neighbourhood with the assoc...Read More
Ujjain (Madhya Pradesh) [India], December 12 (ANI): Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Mohan Yadav performed the bhoomi pujan of Freeganj railway overbridge to be constructed worth Rs 91.76 crores in Ujjain under the Jan Kalyan Parv on Thursday and extended greeting to the residents on the occasion. "I am happy that I have taken part in a camp in Ujjain regarding (bhoomi pujan for) Freeganj overbridge under the Jan Kalyan Parv campaign being organised across the state. (The camps are being organised...Read More
India's Chief Economic Advisor (CEA), Anantha Nageswaran, has urged regulators not to hinder innovations in the crypto and gaming sector. Speaking at the 2024 Global Economic Policy Forum on Wednesday, Nageswaran stressed the importance of regulatory transparency. He also advocated to strike a balance between fostering innovation and addressing social costs. "In a country with low per-capita income and financial illiteracy, not every innovation needs to be encouraged without any questioning. Y...Read More
New Delhi: Legendary South African all-rounder Jacques Kallis is hopeful that Dinesh Karthik's upcoming debut in the SA20 will encourage more retired Indian cricketers to join the league. Karthik, who will represent the Paarl Royals in the 2025 season, will become the first Indian player to feature in the SA T-20. He earned eligibility after announcing his retirement from international cricket earlier this year. Karthik steps in as a replacement for Jos Buttler, who chose to opt out of the seaso...Read More
New Delhi: The Union Cabinet has approved the 'One Nation, One Election' bill, to revive a concept that was once the norm in India's electoral history. The proposal aims to streamline elections across the country by holding simultaneous polls for the Lok Sabha and State Assemblies. The idea of holding simultaneous elections is not new to India. In the early years after independence, elections for the Lok Sabha and State Assemblies were held together in 1951-52, 1957, 1962, and 1967. However, th...Read More
New Delhi [India], : Former cricketer Harbhajan Singh reflected on the ongoing Border-Gavaskar Trophy between India and Australia and said that now it's Rohit Sharma's side to turn the tables. Travis Head's scintillating century at home, accompanied by brilliant bowling performances from Mitchell Starc and Pat Cummins led Australia to a 10-wicket win at the Adelaide Oval in the second Test of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy. Speaking exclusively to Star Sports, Harbhajan Singh said that India's bes...Read More
CHENNAI: The low pressure area over southwest Bay of Bengal off Sri Lanka coast is very likely to continue to move west-northwestwards towards South Tamil Nadu and weaken gradually into a low pressure area during next 12 hours, according to weather department. Under the existing weather conditions, light to moderate rains were witnessed at several places over Tamil Nadu. Many parts of Chennai reported water logging after the heavy rains during the morning hours of Thursday. Heavy rains also led...Read More