New Delhi, Dec 11 (SocialNews.XYZ): Young Indian shuttler Tanisha Crasto has revealed that she committed to ace shuttler Ashwini Ponnappa as her doubles partner as long as the 35-year-old continues to play badminton. Tanisha and Ashwini successfully defended their women's doubles title at the Guwahati Masters Super 100 badminton tournament last week, their second tournament together after the Paris Olympics. The women's duo also made it to the semifinals of the Syed Modi India International. Wi...Read More
Ranchi: Dungri legislator Jairam Mahato, popularly known as 'Tiger Mahato,' made a strong debut in the first session of the Sixth Assembly of Jharkhand on Tuesday. In his maiden speech, Mahato urged Chief Minister Hemant Soren to personally meet the candidates aspiring for the Jharkhand Combined Graduate Level (CGL) exam, who have been protesting due to ongoing issues. "The CM should meet the CGL aspirants as they are also children of the state. He should listen to their sufferings," Mahato said...Read More
New Delhi, Dec 11 (SocialNews.XYZ) A day ahead of the crucial hearing in the Supreme Court on pleas challenging the validity of the Places of Worship Act, 1991, the Committee of Management of Mathura's Shahi Masjid Eidgah, on Wednesday, filed an intervention application, saying that the law was enacted by Parliament in the interest of the country's progress, which has stood the test of time for more than 33 years. The application said that the validity of the law, prohibiting the alteration of ...Read More
New Delhi, [India], December 11 (ANI): The Supreme Court has expressed concern over the growing tendency to misuse Section 498A of the Indian Penal Code (IPC), which penalises cruelty by husbands and their relatives against married women. While quashing a Section 498A IPC case against a husband and his parents, a bench of Justices BV Nagarathna and N Kotiswar Singh said that the Section became a tool for unleashing personal vendetta against the husband and his family by a wife. Also Read | RBI...Read More
New Delhi [India], December 11 (ANI): Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) National Convenor Arvind Kejriwal and Delhi Chief Minister Atishi on Wednesday reached the office of the Election Commission to meet the Chief Election Commissioner. Kejriwal has alleged that the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) is trying to cut votes from the voters' list ahead of the Delhi Assembly election. Meanwhile, Senior AAP leader Manish Sisodia alleged that the BJP had submitted a large number of applications for the deletion of v...Read More
New Delhi, December 11: Toyota has launched its new premium sedan, the Toyota Camry, in India, offering several key upgrades in design, specifications, and features. The ninth-generation Toyota Camry is priced at INR 48 lakh (ex-showroom). Toyota said the deliveries of this newly launched sedan will begin immediately. This car will compete with other models in the segment, such as Skoda Superb, which is priced higher than this model. The Toyota Camry will go up against Audi A4, BMW 3 Series Gra...Read More
Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], December 11 (ANI): Launched to bring the excitement of street cricket to a professional platform and showcase the country's cricketing talent, the Indian Street Premier League (ISPL) became an instant success during its inaugural season earlier this year. According to a press release, the league's second season is scheduled to be held in Mumbai from January 26 to February 15, 2025. "Indian Street Premier League is a great platform for India's cricket talent, and th...Read More
IMPHAL: Unidentified people on Wednesday kept a hand grenade in front of a private bank in Manipur's Imphal West district, police said on Wednesday. Passersby spotted the grenade on the stairs in front of the private bank at Singjamei and informed the police. The police, in turn, called the bomb squad to defuse it. The police registered a case and initiated an investigation. In another development, the security forces, during search operations at Tingkai Khullen in Kangpokpi district, recove...Read More
NEW DELHI: A day after the members of Raj Kapoor's family met Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Bollywood star Kareena Kapoor Khan thanked him for inviting them to "commemorate the extraordinary life and legacy" of their grandfather ahead of the cinema icon's birth centenary. The Kapoor family, including actors Ranbir Kapoor, Riddhima Kapoor Sahni, and Neetu Kapoor, met the prime minister on Tuesday. December 14, 2024 marks the 100th birth anniversary of Raj Kapoor, an actor, editor, director, and...Read More
NEW DELHI: The Nifty Auto index closed on a note on Wednesday. Shares of Hero MotoCorp Ltd.(up 1.36 per cent), Bharat Forge Ltd.(up 1.34 per cent), Ashok Leyland Ltd.(up 0.97 per cent), Bosch Ltd.(up 0.81 per cent) and Exide Industries Ltd.(up 0.74 per cent) ended the day as top gainers in the pack. On the other hand, Samvardhana Motherson International Ltd.(down 0.3 per cent), Eicher Motors Ltd.(down 0.24 per cent) and Tata Motors Ltd.(down 0.11 per cent) finished as the top losers of the day...Read More
Hyderabad: An ASHA worker, whose video of slapping a police officer went viral on social media, has been booked along with 10 others by the Sultan Bazar police. The Accredited Social Health Activists (ASHA) workers have been booked under BNS Sections 126 (2), 127 (2), 221, 223 (a) and 132 r/w 3(5) for assaulting and obstructing on-duty public servants. On Thursday, December 9, a video of an ASHA worker - B Tirupathamma - went viral on social media after she slapped Sultan Bazar station house o...Read More
Mumbai, December 11: Cricket Australia on Wednesday named a 15-player squad for the ICC U19 Women's T20 World Cup in to be held in Malaysia early next year. Fifteen-year-old Caoimhe Bray has been named for her first World Cup squad following stand-out performances for Australia against New Zealand and Sri Lanka earlier this year. Bray was the youngest member of the Australian Under-19 squad for September's tri-series in Brisbane, scoring 84 (76) and taking 4-20 during a 119-run victory over New ...Read More
New Delhi: The Supreme Court of India on Wednesday, issued a stern warning about the misuse of the cruelty law in marital dispute cases, emphasizing the need to prevent its exploitation as a weapon of harassment. The observation comes against the backdrop of public outrage over the tragic suicide of Bengaluru-based techie Atul Subhash, allegedly driven by harassment from his wife and in-laws. The court's warning highlights growing concerns over the misuse of Section 498A of the Indian Penal Cod...Read More
Bengaluru: The suicide case of 34-year-old Atul Subhash, the Bengaluru techie who committed suicide and allegedly blamed his wife in a 24-page suicide note, has sent shockwaves across the country. As the incident has triggered nationwide outrage, Atul's friend Patil has made startling revelations to Republic Media Network about his marital life. Speaking exclusively to Republic Kannada, Atul's friend Patil said that his wife used to fight a lot with him over money and demanded Rs 30 lakh from h...Read More
BANGALORE, India, Dec. 11, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Rossell Techsys Limited (ROSSTECH), a leading aerospace and defense service provider, has been awarded the prestigious 'Outstanding Supplier Recognition' by Lockheed Martin at the 10th Lockheed Martin Suppliers Conference held at Bangalore. This honour was bestowed for its exceptional performance as a sub-tier partner, delivering high-quality products and services in support of Lockheed Martin's Global commitments. The recognition highlights Rosse...Read More
New Delhi, Dec 11 (PTI) Bollywood star Alia Bhatt has applauded Payal Kapadia after her acclaimed film "All We Imagine As Light" was nominated for two Golden Globe Awards. The Malayalam-Hindi film, which marks Kapadia's feature directorial debut, is nominated for Best Motion Picture Non-English Language and the Best Direction - Motion Picture at the upcoming awards. Bhatt shared a video clip of Hollywood star Mindy Kaling announcing "All We Imagine..." as one of the nominees in the Best Direct...Read More
Khargone (MP), Dec 11 (PTI) Spiritual leader Sant Siyaram Baba passed away on Wednesday at 94 following a brief illness at his ashram on the banks of the Narmada river in Madhya Pradesh, an official said. Siyaram Baba breathed his last around 6.10 am in his ashram in Bhattyan village, said Khargone district Superintendent of Police Dharmaraj Meena. Condolences poured in from various quarters. Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Mohan Yadav, former CM Digvijaya Singh, and ex-Union minister Arun Yadav...Read More
Bengaluru, Dec 11 (PTI) The National Law School of India University, which has pioneered and developed an integrated five-year BA LLB (honours) degree that transformed Indian legal education, has now come up with a three-year (honours) BA course with an option of an additional fourth year. The first cohort of the programme will be admitted in July 2025, the NLSIU said. "We are looking to develop something that is responsive to 2025, but is completely different," the NLSIU Vice Chancellor Sudhi...Read More
The Indian Street Premier League (ISPL), designed to bring the energy of street cricket to a professional platform and highlight India's cricketing talent, gained instant popularity during its inaugural season earlier this year The Indian Street Premier League (ISPL), designed to bring the energy of street cricket to a professional platform and highlight India's cricketing talent, gained instant popularity during its inaugural season earlier this year. The league's second season will take place...Read More
Parbhani (Maharashtra), Dec 11 (VOICE) Large-scale mob violence, stray arson, stone-pelting, and vandalising public or private properties were witnessed during a shutdown call here to protest the desecration of a statue of B. R. Ambedkar, the chief architect of Indian Constitution, officials said here on Wednesday. On Tuesday, some unknown miscreants had damaged a replica of the Constitution held aloft by the figurine outside the Parbhani railway station, triggering loud protests and violence t...Read More
New Delhi, Dec 11 (VOICE) A day ahead of the crucial hearing in the Supreme Court on pleas challenging the validity of the Places of Worship Act, 1991, the Committee of Management of Mathura's Shahi Masjid Eidgah, on Wednesday, filed an intervention application, saying that the law was enacted by Parliament in the interest of the country's progress, which has stood the test of time for more than 33 years.The application said that the validity of the law, prohibiting the alteration of religious p...Read More
Jharkhand Governor Santosh Gangwar on Wednesday (December 11, 2024) said all-round development of the State's people is possible only with mutual cooperation between the Centre and the State. The newly elected government will work to carry forward the healthy tradition of the federal structure, Mr. Gangwar said while addressing the maiden session of Jharkhand Assembly. "All-round development of the people of the State is possible only with mutual cooperation between the Centre and the State. W...Read More
New Delhi [India], December 11 (ANI): Rohini District Court on Wednesday issued a notice to BJP MP Bansuri Swaraj in a civil defamation suit filed by AAP leader Satyendra Jain. Jain has stated that Bansuri Swaraj made defamatory remarks in an interview with a television channel in October 2023. Senior Civil Judge Naina Gupta issued notice to Bansuri Swaraj and others and sought a response to the suit. The next date of hearing is 22 February 2025. Jain has prayed for direction to the TV channe...Read More
Mumbai, December 11: New RBI Governor Sanjay Malhotra on Wednesday said the central bank will maintain continuity an stability in policy matters, but emphasised on the need to remain "alert and agile" in the wake of the current global economic and political environment. Earlier in the day, he took charge as the 26th Governor of the Reserve Bank, replacing Shaktikanta Das who demitted office after six years. "As we have to be conscious of the fact that we do maintain continuity and stability, we...Read More
Ambala (Haryana) [India], December 11 (ANI): As the debate over Mamata Banerjee's potential leadership of the INDIA Bloc intensifies, Haryana Minister Anil Vij stated on Wednesday that Rahul Gandhi has failed, and the alliance's plan to change its "engine" will not yield any benefits. "From the first day, we have been saying that 'Pappu fail ho gaya'. Now his friends have admitted the same. No one can drive their (INDIA Bloc) car. They want to change the engine again, but it will not work," sai...Read More
BusinessWire India Noida (Uttar Pradesh) [India], December 11: Comprehensive insurance policies are very helpful for two-wheeler owners as they protect them from financial losses incurred on their own vehicles and also cover third-party liability. Because of its all-round nature, many refer to them popularly as 'package' insurance. However, in India, many people do not opt for comprehensive two-wheeler insurance as the government has not made it compulsory. However, it is highly recommended th...Read More
Ahmedabad, Dec 11 (PTI) The 6th Edition of 'Abhivyakti - The City Arts Project', Gujarat's longest art and culture showcase and an endeavour of UNM Foundation of Mehta Family's Torrent Group, concluded with an assemble of art admirers from different walks of life enjoying the art performances across genres. The 16-day Project, which had begun on November 21, received an unprecedented footfall of over 3.24 lakh art lovers of different age groups and from varied walks of life, a press statement i...Read More
New Delhi, Dec 11 (PTI) India's maritime sector is poised to play a transformative role in the country's vision of becoming world's third-largest economy, Vice President Jagdeep Dhankhar said Wednesday. Today, India stands as an emerging maritime powerhouse, strategically leveraging its geographical location and advanced infrastructure to spearhead global maritime initiatives, the Vice President said. "With the global blue economy projected to reach USD 6 trillion by 2030, India's maritime sec...Read More
New Delhi [India], December 11 (ANI): Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) National Convenor Arvind Kejriwal and Delhi Chief Minister Atishi on Wednesday reached the office of the Election Commission to meet the Chief Election Commissioner. Kejriwal has alleged that the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) is trying to cut votes from the voters' list ahead of the Delhi Assembly election. Meanwhile, Senior AAP leader Manish Sisodia alleged that the BJP had submitted a large number of applications for the deletion of v...Read More
Hyderabad: Actor Manchu Manoj addressed the ongoing controversy surrounding his family and recent allegations, asserting his faith in the police system and expressing hope for a peaceful resolution. Speaking to the media, Manoj stated, "I believe justice will be served, and I have complete trust in the police. We will resolve this issue amicably." Manoj dismissed rumors about his mother's hospitalization, calling them baseless. "The news about my mother being admitted to the hospital is false,"...Read More