Mangaluru (Karnataka) [India], January 2 (ANI): After Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah rejected the BJP's demand for the resignation of Minister Priyank Kharge, Union Minister Pralhad Joshi on Thursday said that Siddaramaiah himself is under the "scanner" how can he tell others to resign. "We are not saying that he (Priyank Kharge) is a culprit, he is he not an accused at this point of time?... When Mr. Siddaramaiah himself is under the scanner, how can he tell others? This is why he is no...Read More
GUWAHATI: Researchers from the Indian Institute of Technology Guwahati and the Bose Institute Kolkata have developed an advanced injectable hydrogel for localised cancer treatment. This innovative hydrogel-based therapy delivers anti-cancer drugs directly to tumour sites, significantly reducing side effects typically associated with conventional cancer treatments. The findings have been published in the "Materials Horizons", a journal of the Royal Society of Chemistry. The paper is co-authored...Read More
Mumbai, Jan 2 (VOICE) Nationalist Congress Party (NCP) Minister Dhananjay Munde has dismissed opposition calls for his resignation over the murder of Massajog sarpanch Santosh Deshmukh in Beed district. Munde, who holds the portfolio for food, civil supply, and consumer protection, asserted that he has no connection to the crime and emphasized that the investigation is being conducted impartially by the CID."Why should I resign? I am neither an accused nor linked to this incident," Munde said af...Read More
New Delhi, Jan 2 (PTI) The Congress on Thursday alleged that Prime Minister Narendra Modi's new year resolutions are nothing short of 'jumlas' (rhetoric) destroying the lives of every citizen. In a post on X, Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge said the government has given no solution for the economic turmoil created by it as he cited seven indicators to substantiate his point. "The Modi government has no solution for the economic turmoil it has created! Seven indicators that illustrate the...Read More
New Delhi: Quick commerce major Blinkit on Thursday launched 10-minute ambulance service in select areas of Gurugram as a pilot project. Users will be able to see the option to call for an ambulance on the Blinkit app, according to a company statement. "These ambulances will be stocked with essential life-saving equipment, including oxygen cylinders, AED (automated external defibrillator), stretcher, monitor, suction machine, and essential emergency medicines and injections. They will also be ...Read More
New Delhi, Jan 2 (PTI) 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 Research (Ind-Ra) said on Thursday. The agency expects the credit profile of downstream companies to remain stable during the year, driven by healthy demand for petroleum products and healthy marketing margins that would offset compressed Gross Refining Margins (GRMs), yielding healthy overall EBITDA. Credit profi...Read More
Jodhpur: A sub-inspector of rural police died of sudden cardiac arrest during a morning walk in Rajasthan's Jodhpur on Thursday morning, officials said. He was taken to AIIMS when his health suddenly deteriorated, where doctors declared him dead, they said. The deceased has been identified as Karni Dan (39), a resident of Bardanava Jagir of Balotra district, Additional SP of Jodhpur Rural Bhopal Singh said. Following the incident, the Superintendent of Police cancelled the inauguration program ...Read More
Haridwar, Jan 2 (PTI) Four persons from Haryana died and another was seriously injured when the car they were travelling in rammed into a truck parked on the roadside in Bahadarabad area of this district, police said on Thursday. The accident occurred late on Wednesday night near Shani Dev temple killing three men on the spot, Bahadarabad police station SHO Naresh Rathore said. Two occupants of the car were seriously injured in the incident and taken to hospital where one of them later died, h...Read More
Hyderabad, Jan 2 (SocialNews.XYZ) Former chief engineer of Hyderabad Metropolitan Development Authority (HMDA) N.L.N. Reddy skipped appearance before the Enforcement Directorate (ED) in Formula-E race case on Thursday. He told the ED that he would not be able to appear for questioning on Thursday and sought more time. The Central agency is likely to issue a fresh notice. Senior IAS officer Arvind Kumar is likely to appear before the Central agency on Friday (January 3). The ED has summoned B...Read More
New Delhi: Indian para-athlete Praveen Kumar, who clinched the gold medal in the men's high jump T64 at the Paris 2024 Paralympics, has expressed immense pride after receiving the prestigious Major Dhyan Chand Khel Ratna Award. Kumar credited Prime Minister Narendra Modi for providing much-needed recognition to para-sports, helping athletes like him achieve greater visibility and respect. Also Read: Manu Bhaker, Harmanpreet and others to Receive the Prestigious Khel Ratna Award At just 21 yea...Read More
Hyderabad, Jan 2 (Maxim News): The Telangana State Drugs Control Administration (DCA) raided a pharmaceutical unit Akron Formulations India in the Bollaram locality of Sangareddy and found that the unit was manufacturing drugs without any permission. The authorities have seized such drugs whose market value is estimated to be around Rs. 2 crores. Click Here To Join Us On WhatsApp DCA director-general VB Kamalasan Reddy said the raiding teams found that the unit was manufacturing ointments and ...Read More
Patiala: A machinery breakdown has left a 210 MW unit at the Punjab govt-owned Guru Hargobind Thermal Plant in Lehra Mohabbat, Bathinda, inoperative since May 13, 2022, resulting in a power shortfall for Punjab State Power Corporation Limited, particularly during peak power demand periods of summer and paddy seasons. The unit was operating at around 160 MW capacity when it shut down. A three-member committee, led by chief engineer of thermal design, was formed to investigate the incident, whic...Read More
HYDERABAD: College students of CMR Engineering College, Medchal alleged that some persons took their videos while they were taking bath in the college hostel. The protests erupted on Wednesday night around 10.30 pm over the alleged recording of bathroom videos. They raised songs of 'we want justice' during the protest at the college all night. A parent of a student said that as this college is an autonomous college, students are scared to open up their voices before the media. Even food is not ...Read More
Mumbai Jan 2 ( UNI) Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis on Thursday directed to use 'Artificial Intelligence' to strengthen security in Mantralaya here as people from all the corners of the state are coming for their work. He directed that Artificial Intelligence should be used so that the officials and staff get hassle-free, easy access and security remains strong. The Chief Minister reviewed the security system of the Mantralaya. Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde, Chief Secretary ...Read More
Chennai, Jan 2 (VOICE) The Madras High Court has quashed a criminal case against Viduthalai Chiruthaigal Katchi (VCK) founder and Member of Parliament Thol Thirumavalavan, in a case alleging the degradation of Indian women, particularly Hindu women.A single-judge bench, led by Justice P. Velmurugan, on Thursday quashed the complaint, observing that Thirumavalavan's remarks were based on what was written in the Manusmriti, an ancient text, and were neither his invention nor a created speech. The ...Read More
Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], January 2 (ANI): Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde on Thursday announced that 4,800 hectares of land which was in the possession of the state government will be returned to the farmers. "In the state cabinet meeting, a big decision has been taken in the best interests of farmers. Almost 4,800 hectares of land which was in the possession of the government will be returned to the farmers...This is a historic decision and will benefit the farmers a lot,"...Read More
New Delhi, Jan 2 (VOICE) The government on Thursday announced the constitution of a Working Group headed by NITI Aayog member Ramesh Chand for revising the base of the current series of Wholesale Price Index (WPI) from 2011-12 to 2022-23.The Working Group has been asked to submit its final report to the Office of the Economic Adviser within 18 months. The members of the group include representatives from the RBI, the Finance Ministry's Department of Economic Affairs, Ministry of Statistics, Dep...Read More
Ulpe walked home from the hospital on Monday. (Representational) Kolhapur: For 65-year-old Pandurang Ulpe, a speed breaker proved to be a life-saver after an ambulance carrying his "body" from the hospital crossed it and his family noticed his fingers moving. Earlier in the day on December 16, Ulpe, a resident of Kasaba-Bawada in western Maharashtra's Kolhapur district, suffered a heart attack and was rushed to a private hospital, where doctors declared him dead. An ambulance then began the ...Read More
New Delhi, Jan 2 (PTI) Markets watchdog Sebi on Thursday said it will slap a fresh show cause notice on ZEEL founder chairman Subhash Chandra, and his son Punit Goenka as it vowed to continue the investigation into alleged violation of listing norms against the media baron and his company. The order passed by Sebi's adjudicating officer said the contents of the earlier Show Cause Notice (SCN) issued to them will also be incorporated "in the SCN to be issued in the instant matter". The ZEEL and...Read More
Patna, Jan 2 (PTI) Jan Suraaj founder Prashant Kishor on Thursday announced that he was commencing a fast unto death to press the demand for cancellation of the recently held Bihar Public Service Commission (BPSC) exam. Kishor made the announcement at the historic Gandhi Maidan, a couple of kilometres from the spot where several aggrieved candidates have been on a round-the-clock protest for nearly two weeks. "My demands include cancellation of the exam and holding of fresh tests. I also seek ...Read More
Ajmer, January 2: In a gesture symbolising unity and respect for all communities, Prime Minister Narendra Modi has continued the tradition of sending a ceremonial 'chadar' to the revered Ajmer Sharif Dargah during the Urs of Khwaja Moinuddin Chishti. Syed Naseruddin Chishti, the successor to the Ajmer Dargah chief and the Chairman of All India Sufi Sajjadanashin Council, welcomed the move and highlighted the Prime Minister's commitment to the ideals of Sabka Saath, Sabka Vikas, Sabka Vishwas, a...Read More
Pune, Jan 2 (PTI) Disgruntled NCP leader Chhagan Bhujbal will share the stage with NCP (SP) chief Sharad Pawar at a function in Pune on Friday to mark the birth anniversary of legendary educationist and social reformer Savitribai Phule. Bhujbal has been upset with his party, headed by Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar, after he was not included in the Devendra Fadnavis cabinet. In the days following the swearing-in ceremony on December 15, Bhujbal had lashed out at the deputy CM over his non-in...Read More
The Department of Education (DoE) of the Delhi government has set January 3 as the final day for submitting details for nursery, KG, and Class 1 admissions for the 2025-26 academic year. As the deadline quickly approaches, parents must act fast to ensure their children's application is submitted on time to secure a place in Delhi's private, unaided recognized schools. Important Dates and Information These dates are crucial for parents and guardians, as they will determine whether their child h...Read More
India's overall export of textiles & apparel (including handicrafts) recorded a 7 per cent growth to $21.36 billion during April-October of FY 2024-25, compared to the corresponding figure of $20.01 billion for the same period of FY 2023-24, according to a statement issued by the Ministry of Textiles on Thursday. New Delhi, Jan 2 (IANS) India's overall export of textiles & apparel (including handicrafts) recorded a 7 per cent growth to $21.36 billion during April-October of FY 2024-25, compared...Read More
Mumbai, Jan 2 (SocialNews.XYZ) Indian equity indices are poised to advance in the beginning of 2025 on the back of recovery expected in earnings, supported by boost in rural spending and pick up in government spending, according to a Bank of Baroda (BoB) report released on Thursday. Both Sensex and Nifty 50 surged by 8.7 per cent and 9 per cent, respectively, in CY 2024. Sensex touched an all-time high this year as it breached the mark of 85,500. Sectors including real estate, consumer durables...Read More
Lucknow, January 02: In alignment with Prime Minister Narendra Modi's vision of a 'TB-Free India,' Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath has launched an innovative initiative to accelerate progress towards this goal. The Chief Minister has entrusted retired IAS and IPS officers, former Vice Chancellors, educationists, and other senior citizens with the pivotal role of 'Nikshay Mitra.' As 'Nikshay Mitras,' they will actively contribute to raising public awareness and supporting efforts to eradicate TB....Read More
The intimate wedding ceremony took place in Udaipur, attended by close family and friends India's badminton champion PV Sindhu is officially married! Sharing the joyous news, she posted photos of her special day with her husband, Venkata Datta Sai, accompanied by a heart emoji. The intimate wedding ceremony took place in Udaipur, attended by close family and friends. A stunning Ivory look for the wedding ceremony For the main wedding ceremony, Sindhu opted for an exquisite ivory tissue sari d...Read More
The report highlighted a sharp divergence between demand and supply trends, driven by a growing preference for premium properties across the country. "Demand surges; launches fall.... The ongoing premiumisation trend in India's property space implies that volume-value trends have diverged sharply" said the report It highlighted that by volume, the supply and demand in the top seven cities dropped 53 per cent and 7 per cent year-on-year (YoY), respectively, in November. The report stated that ...Read More
India's residential market sees a significant transformation, with Millennials and Gen Z projected to comprise 60% of homebuyers by 2030. Urban homeownership is set to rise to 72% by 2025.As India's residential market picks up, the Millennials and Gen Z buyers are expected to comprise about 60 per cent of new homebuyers by 2030, the JLL, a global real estate services firm, anticipated in its year-end residential market note. By definition, Millennials, or Generation Y, are the people born betwe...Read More
In a tragic development, one of the Ayyappa Maladharis (devotees of Lord Ayyappa), injured in a fire incident in Hubbali on December 23, succumbed to his injuries on Thursday morning. Several Ayyappa devotees were injured in the incident that occurred reportedly due to a gas leak. The remaining seven victims continue to receive treatment at the Karnataka Medical College and Research Institute in Hubbali. Karnataka Home Minister G Parameshwara visited the hospital and enquired about the condit...Read More