NEW DELHI: The Nifty Realty index traded around 10:29AM(IST)on Thursday in an upbeat market. Raymond Ltd.(up 2.87 per cent), Phoenix Mills Ltd.(up 1.26 per cent), Brigade Enterprises Ltd.(up 0.82 per cent) and Mahindra Lifespace Developers Ltd.(up 0.16 per cent) were among the top gainers. Oberoi Realty Ltd.(down 2.09 per cent), Sobha Ltd.(down 1.31 per cent), Godrej Properties Ltd.(down 1.21 per cent), DLF Ltd.(down 0.91 per cent) and Prestige Estates Projects Ltd.(down 0.58 per cent) were th...Read More
India's First Glass Bridge Over Sea Opens For Public: Check Connectivity, Cost, Other Details A shocking development surfaced from Maharashtra, where an elderly man walked home from the hospital on Monday, a fortnight after he was declared dead by doctors in a private hospital. The shocking incident happened in Kolhapur, where a speed breaker proved to be a life-saver for 65-year-old Pandurang Ulpe. An ambulance, which was carrying his "body" from the hospital to his home, passed over a speed ...Read More
In the first league match of 2025, Mohun Bagan Super Giant will face Hyderabad FC in the Indian Super League (ISL) 2024-25 on Thursday, at the Salt Lake Stadium, Kolkata. READ MORE | Mohun Bagan injury update: Ashique Kuruniyan injured, Petratos out of Punjab clash in ISL 2024-25 Mohun Bagan Super Giant enters this match after recovering from a shock loss to FC Goa which ended an eight-game unbeaten. In its last league match of 2024, the Mariners defeated Punjab FC to retain the top spot in th...Read More
The Supreme Court criticized unfounded allegations made against judges in a plea challenging senior designations for lawyers. The bench questioned the necessity of such claims, suggesting possible amendments to the plea. The petition concerns inequality in the classification of lawyers. Petitioners argue this creates privilege and disparity, contrary to the principles of equality and the Constitution.The Supreme Court on Thursday took exception to the "scurrilous and unfounded allegations" made ...Read More
The other two arrested are accused of facilitating the Bangladeshi nationals' unlawful immigration and document fabrication. The immigration racket involved handlers in Bangladesh and India who handled transportation and others in India who helped forge fake documents for their stay in India. Police have also seized fake Aadhaar and PAN cards, Indian passport applications, and other documents. Police said they have also discovered "donkey routes" via Meghalaya and Assam in the border states th...Read More
New Delhi: The defence ministry has prepared a roadmap that will focus on streamlining procurement, promote integration between the services, encourage public-private partnerships and technology transfer. At a meeting chaired by defence minister Rajnath Singh, 2025 has been declared as the year of reforms with several initiatives set to be rolled out in the coming months. Officials said that among the areas that have been identified for focused intervention is the acquisition procedure, which h...Read More
Family and activists in Kerala hope for a last-minute pardon for Nimisha Priya, an Indian nurse sentenced to death in Yemen since 2017. They seek India's government intervention to leverage a diya settlement with the victim's family, raising funds to save her life.Family members and human rights activists in Kerala are clinging to hope for a last-minute pardon for Nimisha Priya, an Indian nurse whose death sentence was confirmed by Yemeni President Rashad al-Alimi for the alleged murder of a Yem...Read More
The chadar offering ceremony will take place at 11 a.m. at the Ajmer Sharif Dargah. Jaipur: Union Minister for Minority and Parliamentary Affairs Kiren Rijiju will present the Chadar sent by Prime Minister Narendra Modi at the Dargah Sharif of Khwaja Moinuddin Chishti in Ajmer on January 4 (Saturday). Speaking in the context, Haji Syed Salman Chishty, Chairman Sufi Foundation and Gaddi Nashin of Ajmer Dargah said that PM Narendra Modi has been sending chadar to Ajmer Dargah for the last 10 ye...Read More
The Stanley Reservoir in Mettur reached its full reservoir level (FRL) of 120 feet on Tuesday night, and the surplus water was diverted to fill dry tanks in the Sarabanga basin in the district through lift irrigation project on Wednesday. The dam reached its FRL at 10 p.m. on Tuesday, marking the third time in 2024 that the reservoir has reached its full capacity. Previously, the dam had achieved full capacity on July 30 and August 12. An official from the Water Resources Department said that a...Read More
Each ambulance has a paramedic, an assistant and a trained driver Blinkit CEO Albinder Dhindsa on Thursday said that the company will now provide an "ambulance in 10 minutes" through the app which will help to curb medical aid distress in the cities. Albinder Dhindsa said that in the initial phase, five ambulances will be on the road in Gurugram starting today. The service will be available at a flat fee of Rs 2,000. The service is already available in Haryana's Gurugram. "Profit is not a goal...Read More
Contractor Sachin Monappa Panchal, 26, died by suicide on December 26, leaving behind a note alleging that Raju Kapanur, a close associate of Priyank Kharge, had issued death threats demanding Rs 1 crore for awarding a contract. With the BJP demanding the resignation of Minister Priyank Kharge in connection with the suicide of a contractor in Bidar, Karnataka Home Minister G Parameshwara on Wednesday citing police department said Kharge prima facie has no role in the case. Parameshwara also sa...Read More
Aizawl: Officials from the governor's office and household staff bid farewell to departing Mizoram governor Hari Babu Kambhampati at the Raj Bhavan before his departure on Thursday, Raj Bhavan sources said. At 9 am, chief minister Lalduhoma, assembly speaker Lalbiakzama, home minister K Sapdanga, chief secretary Khilli Ram Meena, DGP Anil Shukla and other senior officials received Kambhampati at the Lengpui airport near Aizawl. The state police band performed the national anthem and presented a...Read More
Shalini Passi and Gauri Khan have been friends for decades. The Fabulous Lives vs Bollywood Wives cast member recently shared details about her bond with Gauri and Shah Rukh Khan. Shalini Passi became a fan favourite soon after she debuted in the third season of Netflix's Fabulous Lives vs Bollywood Wives. The Delhi diva was all over the internet for her unique lifestyle and personality. Before the show, Shalini was majorly known as a socialite and art curator, as well as a close family friend ...Read More
CHENNAI: BJP state president K Annamalai on Tuesday announced the party's women's wing led by its president Umarathi Rajan will take out a Neethi Perani (procession for justice) from Madurai to Chennai, condemning the ruling DMK government for allegedly trying to cover up the truth about the sexual assault in Anna University. The procession will begin on January 3 in Madurai, and the office-bearers of the women's wing will meet Governor RN Ravi in Chennai and submit a memorandum on the issue. ...Read More
Mumbai: India's cement industry is expected to sustain its consolidation momentum in the New Year after a busy 2024 marked by buyouts of several companies in the world's second-largest cement market. Experts said the consolidation move would be sparked by the rush among cement producers to defend their turf while actively seeking market share expansion. Spearheaded by the two largest producers UltraTech Cement and Adani Cement, 2024 saw four large deals covering about 34 million tonnes capacit...Read More
Rourkela (Odisha) [India], January 1 (ANI): Soorma Hockey Club is set to take on the UP Rudras in their second match of Hero Hockey India League at the Birsa Munda Hockey Stadium. Soorma comes into the game on the back of a bonus point earned in a shootout, following a 1-1 draw against the Tamil Nadu Dragons in their opener. Meanwhile, the UP Rudras secured three points in their first match with a commanding 3-1 victory over the Kalinga Lancers. In their opener, Soorma Hockey Club dominated key...Read More
Kartik Aaryan's rugged beard and casual, stylish look wowed fans as he warmly greeted paparazzi during his recent outing. As the country welcomed the New Year with diverse festivities, Kartik Aaryan opted for a spiritual start by visiting Mumbai's Siddhivinayak Temple on January 1, 2025. Kartik was seen sporting a striking beard, the actor drew attention from devotees and fans alike. Known for his down-to-earth persona, Kartik's temple visit resonated with his commitment to seeking blessings f...Read More
BHUBANESHWAR, India, Jan 2 (Reuters) - Indian authorities said on Thursday they had completed moving toxic waste from the site of the 1984 Bhopal gas leak disaster, which killed more than 5,000 people, to a disposal facility where it will take three to nine months to incinerate. In the early hours of Dec. 3, 1984, methyl isocyanate gas leaked from a pesticide factory owned by American Union Carbide Corporation poisoning more than half a million people in Bhopal, capital of the Indian state of M...Read More
70th BPSC Prelims Exam: Aspirants continue to protest against the Bihar Public Service Commission (BPSC) over the alleged irregularities in the conduction of the 70th BPSC Combined Competitive Examination (CCE). Aspirants are demanding the scrapping of the examination which was held across the state on December 13, 2024, and a re-examination citing paper leak and other irregularities that allegedly occurred at various examination centres. On December 13, 2024, chaos erupted at the Bapu Pariksha...Read More
Delhi Police are investigating the suicide of 40-year-old businessman Puneet Khurana in Model Town, citing allegations of marital discord and mental harassment by his wife and her family. Puneet had recorded a 59-minute video detailing the alleged harassment. Both families are participating in the ongoing inquiry, with counter-allegations being made.The Delhi Police are investigating the suicide of 40-year-old businessman Puneet Khurana, who died on Tuesday in Model Town, following allegations t...Read More
Hyderabad: A 27-year-old man was arrested for allegedly in possession of illegal narcotics worth Rs 8 lakh. The police officials seized 30 grams of cocaine valued at Rs 7.5 lakh, 6 grams of MDMA worth Rs 72,000 and a mobile phone. The accused has been identified as Jhawar Kishan Gopal, a resident of Banjara Hills. He procured cocaine and MDMA intending to sell them at New Year parties. According to reports, the accused who runs a plastic business turned to drug dealing after facing heavy finan...Read More
India is the 6th largest exporter of Textiles & Apparel in the world in 2023. The share of textile and apparel (T&A) including handicrafts in Indias total exports stands at a significant 8.21% in 2023-24. Our country has a share of 3.9% of the global trade in textiles and apparel. Major textile and apparel export destinations for India are USA and EU and with around 47% share in total textile and apparel exports. India is a major textile and apparel exporting country and enjoys trade surplus. B...Read More
The researchers from the IIT Bombay have been studying bacteria that feed on toxic chemicals and pollutants as a solution for the ever-increasing pollution of our natural resources. In a recent study published in the journal Environmental Technology and Innovation, the researchers have used the power of specific bacterial species to remove organic pollutants from soil. Moreover, these bacteria were also found to help boost the growth hormones of the plants, inhibit the growth of harmful fungi,...Read More
Union Agriculture Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan criticizes the Delhi government for not implementing central schemes like the Integrated Horticulture Development Mission and Rashtriya Krishi Vikas Yojana, urging Chief Minister Atishi to prioritize farmer welfare over political differences. Chouhan claims farmers are deprived of crucial benefits and face additional burdens.Union Agriculture Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan on Thursday accused the Delhi government of depriving farmers of benefits u...Read More
Bihar CM Nitish Kumar gave a vague response to RJD chief Lalu Prasad's offer of rejoining the INDIA bloc, stirring speculation. Tejashwi Yadav downplayed his father's comments, while Union minister Rajiv Ranjan Singh asserted NDA's unity.Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar on Thursday came up with a cryptic response to RJD president Lalu Prasad's offer to return to the INDIA bloc. "Kya bol rahe hain (What are you saying)" was all the JD(U) boss said in reply to queries from journalists about Prasa...Read More
Bhubaneswa: Expressing concern over farmer deaths in Odisha, Leader of the Opposition Naveen Patnaik on Tuesday claimed the community was los-ing faith in the BJP government of the State. Patnaik made the comment after meeting the family of Krutibas Swain, who allegedly died by suicide on Mon-day after his paddy crop was damaged in unseasonal rains. The former chief minister visited his house in Sarla village in Balikuda block of Jagatsinghpur district, and demanded immediate assistance for the ...Read More
India's oil and gas demand is expected to stay strong in FY26. Weak global demand could lower refining margins. Downstream companies' credit profile should remain stable because of healthy demand and marketing margins. Upstream companies' earnings may fall if oil prices drop. Capex in the City Gas Distribution sector may face pressure.India's oil and gas demand is likely to remain strong in the next financial year even as weak global demand will drive down refining margins, India Ratings and Res...Read More
Assembly elections were held in Jammu and Kashmir in 2024 after a decade. Srinagar: National Conference (NC) leader and Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah today expressed optimism regarding the restoration of statehood to the region. J&K was stripped of its special status and statehood and bifurcated into two Union Territories (UT) in 2019. Restoration of special status was a key promise in the National Conference 2024 election manifesto. "We have been in power for more than two m...Read More
India's renewable energy (RE) capacity addition could surpass 35 GW in 2025 due to a strong project pipeline and an increase in wind manufacturing capacity. However, faster expansion is needed to meet the 2030 target of 500 GW, requiring an average annual addition of over 60 GW.India's renewable energy (RE) capacity addition could exceed 35 gigawatts (GW) in 2025 on the back of a strong project pipeline, favourable solar photovoltaic module prices, and an increase in wind manufacturing capacity,...Read More
Delhi Nursery Admissions 2025-26: The Delhi government's Directorate of Education (DoE) will close the admission process for open seats in private unaided recognized schools on January 3, marking the last day for parents to upload the necessary details. This admission process applies to nursery, kindergarten (KG), and Class 1 for the academic year. After the application deadline, the first list of selected students will be published on January 17. Parents will have the opportunity to raise quer...Read More