New Delhi [India], December 3 (ANI): External Affairs Minister (EAM) S Jaishankar highlighted the strength of India-Oman relations during his meeting with Khalifa Alharthy, Under Secretary for Political Affairs of Oman. In a post on X (formerly Twitter), he remarked, "Glad to receive Khalifa Alharthy, Under Secretary for Political Affairs of Oman today. Noted our wide-ranging cooperation and new opportunities in trade, investments, technology, and space." The Sultanate of Oman is a key strateg...Read More
New Delhi [India], December 3 (ANI): The automobile company Mahindra Electric Automobile Limited (MEAL) on Tuesday clarified its position on the lawsuit filed by IndiGo Airlines regarding the use of "6E" for its recently unveiled electric vehicle in the SUV segment. A spokesperson for the company stated that Mahindra does not see a conflict, as its mark is "BE 6e," not the standalone "6E," which IndiGo uses as its registered call sign under airline services. According to an Economic Times repo...Read More
Dehradun (Uttarakhand) [India], December 3 (ANI): Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami said on Tuesday that the implementation of the new criminal laws has proven to be a significant milestone in making the Indian justice system more "transparent, effective and in tune" with the needs of the present society. Talking about the laws in a post on X (formerly Twitter), the Uttarakhand CM said, "These landmark criminal laws have proved to be a milestone in making the Indian justice system ...Read More
Indore (Madhya Pradesh) [India], December 3 (ANI): After making waves for Gujarat against Tripura, Urvil Patel blazed his way to an unbeaten 115 off just 41 balls against Uttarakhand in the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy on Tuesday. In less than a week's time, Urvil became India's fastest and overall second-quickest to a T20 century. With his swashbuckling performance against Tripura, Urvil lifted his bat to celebrate his record-shattering century from just 28 deliveries. The 26-year-old wicketkeeper...Read More
Srinagar (Jammu and Kashmir) [India], December 3 (ANI): The terrorist who has been killed in an ongoing operation with security forces in Srinagar district was identified as Junaid Ahmed Bhat. Police said Bhat was involved in civilians killing at Gagangir, Ganderbal iand several other terror attacks, in Jammu and Kashmir, police said on Tuesday. https://x.com/KashmirPolice/status/1863890369508688039 "In the ongoing operation, one #terrorist is killed and has been identified as Junaid Ahmed Bha...Read More
Chandigarh [India], December 3 (ANI): Punjab Legislative Assembly Leader of Opposition and Congress leader Partap Singh Bajwa on Tuesday, slammed the BJP-led central government for neglecting the interests of farmers in Punjab and Haryana. Bajwa's scathing attack comes amidst growing discontent among farmers in the region, who feel their concerns have been ignored by the ruling party. "Ever since the BJP government has come to power, they have not taken a single decision that is in the interes...Read More
New Delhi [India], December 3 (ANI): The Central Railway will run 12 additional suburban special trains between Parel- Kalyan and Kurla- Panvel stations on Thursday-Friday mid-night on the occasion of Bharat Ratna Dr Babasaheb Ambedkar's Mahaparinirvan Divas 2024, a press release said on Tuesday. According to the release, these suburban special trains will run stopping at all stations. The Railway Administration has also appealed to the travelling public to travel with proper tickets to avoid i...Read More
Chandigarh [India], December 3 (ANI): Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Tuesday congratulated Chandigarh,which became the first in the country to fully implement the landmark three criminal laws in the country, and said that the Bharatiya Nyay Sanhita (BNS), Bharatiya Nagrik Suraksha Sanhita (BNSS) and Bharatiya Sakshya Adhiniyam (BSA) would be implemented fully across the country within 3 years too. Addressing a program to dedicate the three new criminal laws to the nation here today, Amit Sh...Read More
New Delhi [India], December 3 (ANI): Trinamool Congress (TMC) MP Samik Bhattacharya on Tuesday accused the Congress of harming the decorum of democracy after INDIA Bloc leader protested over the Adani matter, at the Parliament premises. Lok Sabha Leader of the Opposition Rahul Gandhi, Congress MP Priyanka Gandhi Vadra and other INDIA bloc MPs staged a protest at the Parliament premises over the Adani matter. Notably, TMC did not participate in the protest. Speaking to ANI, the TMC MP said, "Ma...Read More
Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], December 3 (ANI): National award-winning actor, Rishab Shetty, is all set to star in one of the most ambitious historical dramas in recent years, titled 'The Pride Of Bharat: Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj.' The film, a grand retelling of the life of one of India's greatest warrior kings, will showcase the legendary rise of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj, a revered figure who reshaped Indian history and fought to protect his kingdom from Mughal invaders. The movie promi...Read More
New Delhi [India], December 3 (ANI): Samajwadi Party (SP) MP Akhilesh Yadav hit out at the BJP-led Uttar Pradesh government as he raised the Sambhal incident in Lok Sabha on Tuesday. Addressing the lower house, the SP chief accused the state adminstration of orchestrating a 'well-planned' conspiracy to divert attention from the state bypolls and also urged to register a "murder case" against the police and the administration. Akhilesh Yadav said that a 'murder case' should be filed against the...Read More
New Delhi [India], December 3 (ANI): Indian hockey player Jarmanpreet Singh said that the return of the Hockey India League (HIL) will help up-and-coming players learn more about the overseas players and would help India in ultimately securing the gold medal in Los Angeles 2028 Olympics. Jarmanpreet spoke to ANI about the return of the Hockey India League, team India winning the Paris Olympics 2024 bronze and the Asian Champions Trophy, the retirement of legendary goalkeeper PR Sreejesh etc. S...Read More
Washington DC, [US], December 3 (ANI): In a move to curb China's technological advancements, the Biden administration announced a new set of export controls, restricting the sale of crucial semiconductor-manufacturing equipment and high-bandwidth computer memory to the country. The Voice of America reported on Monday that the Commerce Department's Bureau of Industry and Security introduced these measures to slow down China's progress in developing advanced semiconductors, which are vital for a ...Read More
Adelaide [Australia], December 3 (ANI): The Australian cricket team is gearing up for the much-anticipated Pink-ball Test against India in Adelaide, part of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy, set to begin on Friday. In preparation for the match, all the big names of the Australian Test squad were seen putting in hard work. Travis Head was focused on fielding drills, while Steve Smith, currently experiencing a rough patch with the bat, will look to regain his form. The International Cricket Council (I...Read More
Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], December 3 (ANI): Television actress Shraddha Arya, popularly known for her role as Preeta in the hit show 'Kundali Bhagya', has joyfully announced the birth of her twins -- a boy and a girl. The actress shared her happiness on social media, delighting fans and fellow celebrities alike. https://www.instagram.com/p/DDGt35sIPAe/ Shraddha marked the birth of her twins with an adorable video. The clip featured balloons that read, "It's a girl" and "It's a boy," symbo...Read More
New Delhi [India], December 3 (ANI): Cement prices have fallen to a five-year low due to intense competition in the sector, according to a report by Yes Securities. The report noted that despite attempts to raise prices in recent quarters, these hikes were rolled back due to subdued demand, reflecting weak market dynamics. It said, "The backdrop of intense competition has led to weak pricing, and cement prices have currently dropped to a five-year low..... In the near term, we don't expect...Read More
New Delhi [India], December 3 (ANI): India's real estate sector is entering a "sweet spot," supported by a unique combination of favourable factors expected to drive growth over the next three to five years, according to a UBS report. The report highlights multiple tailwinds for the residential sector, including record-low inventory levels, strong affordability, supportive regulations, and increased consolidation among developers. Additionally, factors such as urbanization, rising incomes, and...Read More
New Delhi [India], December 3 (ANI): Congress MP Priyanka Gandhi Vadra on Tuesday expressed her sorrow over the havoc wreaked by Cyclone Fengal in south India including Tamil Nadu and Puducherry. Offering her condolences to those who lost their loved ones, Vadra appealed to the Congress workers to work with the administration in relief work amid the crisis. "Deeply saddened by the devastation caused by Cyclone Fengal in Tamil Nadu and Puducherry. My prayers are with those who have lost loved o...Read More
Mumbai (Maharashtra)[India], December 3 (ANI): The inaugural players draft of the Big Cricket League held in Mumbai featured six teams, who picked 36 former international stars in their teams. Big Cricket League, set to begin on December 12 in Surat, will feature six teams - Northern Challengers, UP Brij Stars, Rajasthan Regals, MP Tigers, Mumbai Marines and Southern Spartans. The league commissioner, with all the six franchise owners. Bollywood celebrities like Raveena Tandon, Rasha Thadani a...Read More
Dhaka [Bangladesh], December 3 (ANI): There was no relief for Hindu Spiritual leader Chinmoy Krishna Das who was arrested on alleged sedition charges. On Tuesday a Bangladesh court set January 2, 2025 as the next date of hearing in the case. Chinmoy Das who is currently in custody is expected to remain in jail. The Daily Star Bangladesh reported that the Chattogram court deferred to January 2 the hearing on the bail petition of Chinmoy Krishna Das. Chattogram Metropolitan Session Judge Saiful I...Read More
Hong Kong, December 3, (ANI): Mainland Chinese shoppers are once again flocking to stores in Hong Kong, but this time, their focus is on purchasing sanitary towels and other feminine care products, rather than infant formula, cooking oil, or Yakult drinks. This shift in shopping habits is driven by concerns over reports of contaminated and discoloured cotton fillings in similar products sold in mainland China. These safety issues have led many consumers to seek alternatives in Hong Kong, where ...Read More
Srinagar (Jammu and Kashmir) [India], December 2 (ANI): Jammu and Kashmir National Conference (JKNC) President Farooq Abdullah claimed that Muslims are feeling unsafe and stated that there is no discrimination based on religion, as guaranteed by the Constitution. The former Chief Minister of Jammu and Kashmir also said that the government should treat Muslims without any discrimination. "...There is no doubt that Muslims are feeling unsafe. I will ask the govt of India to stop that. 24 crore M...Read More
PRNewswire Margao (Goa) [India], December 2: Walking distance from Fatrade beach, in South Goa, Amaraanth is a twelve-suite seaside hideaway, with beach access, where life is comparable to being in the verdant country estate of a well-travelled friend. The brainchild of Shradha Binani, daughter of Braj Binani, Amaraanth draws both its name and its promise from a flower that as per Greek mythology never withers. The promise being that the memory of one's time here, too, will not wither. To feed...Read More
Puducherry [India], December 2 (ANI): The effects of Cyclone Fengal have been devastating after the storm made landfall, causing extremely heavy rainfall in coastal regions of north Tamil Nadu and Puducherry. The union territory witnessed severe flooding, especially in areas surrounding the Sankaraparani River, with over 200 residences in NR Nagar inundated. The people living in the area remain stranded as the Indian Army along with the National Disaster Response Force (NDRF) are working togeth...Read More
Noida (Uttar Pradesh) [India], December 2 (ANI): A 3-tier security plan has been put into effect and security forces have been deployed in parts of Noida-Delhi ahead of the farmers 'Delhi Chalo' protest march, said an official on Monday. According to the Shivhari Meena, Addl. Commissioner Of Police Noida, " We are in constant talks with farmers regarding the 'Delhi Chalo' march. Yesterday also we spoke to them for 3 hours. We have also prepared a 3-tier security plan...around 5,000 Police perso...Read More
VMPL Bangalore (Karnataka) [India], December 2: HEJJE, India's first luxury transition care centre, opened their doors today, ahead of the International Day of Persons with Disabilities with an aim of revolutionizing recovery and rehabilitation, thereby setting new standards in healthcare. Dr M.R.Seetharam - Vice Chairman of Ramaiah Group of Institutions, ex-Minister and current MLA did the honours of lighting the lamp to inaugurate HEJJE. The Launch of HEJJE saw the much-anticipated panel disc...Read More
Beijing [China], November 29 (ANI): China's defence ministry announced that a high-ranking military official has been suspended and is under investigation for corruption, as President Xi Jinping expands his extensive crackdown on senior members of the country's military, CNN reported. Admiral Miao Hua, a member of the influential Central Military Commission (CMC), China's highest military authority chaired by Xi, is being investigated for "serious violations of discipline"--a term often used to...Read More
New Delhi [India], November 29 (ANI): Former Australian captain Ricky Ponting lauded star Indian batter Virat Kohli for a century against Australia at Perth, pointing out how trusting his game during the second innings paid off well for him. After a terrible home Test season against Bangladesh and New Zealand, with horrific outings against the Kiwis in a losing cause, Virat rose above all critics, questioning and doubts with yet another magnificent ton at Perth's Optus Stadium. With this centur...Read More
Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], November 29 (ANI): Following India's impressive victory in the first Test of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy, the team is now preparing for the second Test, which will be a Pink Ball Day-Night match in Adelaide. Indian cricketer Cheteshwar Pujara recently shared his thoughts with Star Sports, discussing the upcoming challenges and the dynamics of a pink-ball Test. Pujara emphasized the need for adjustments when playing with the pink ball. He explained, "In Pink Bal...Read More
Live Parliament Winter Session 2024: Amit Shah to move Disaster Management (Amendment) Bill 2024 in Lok Sabha Both Houses of Parliament are scheduled to resume at 11 am today after they were adjourned on Thursday for the third day in a row. The Winter Session of Parliament began on November 25 and is expected to conclude on December 20. Both Lok Sabha and Rajya Sabha were adjourned amid massive protests by the opposition on the Adani row and the Sambhal violence, among other issues, which the ...Read More