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New Delhi [India], December 17 (ANI): Congress MP Shashi Tharoor has described the controversy surrounding the ongoing 12th edition of the International Film Festival of Kerala (IFFK) as an "unfortunate development." This came in the wake of the Union Ministry of Information and Broadcasting refusing screening permission for several films, leading to the cancellation of multiple screenings in Thiruvananthapuram. Addressing mediapersons, Tharoor shared, "This is an unfortunate development. We h ...Read More >
Moradabad (Uttar Pradesh) [India], December 17 (ANI): The Moradabad Municipal Corporation is developing the Trishul War Museum, which will display veteran military equipment, including tanks, a MiG-27 aircraft, the INS Vikrant, and other armaments supplied by the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) and the defence ministry. Additionally, the museum will highlight the valour of the Indian armed forces through automated models and projections. A map of India, provided by the Defe ...Read More >
New Delhi [India], December 17(ANI): Congress Leader Udit Raj, on Wednesday, while leading a protest by All India Unorganised Workers Congress against the Centre's decision to rename the Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Act (MGNREGA ) to Viksit Bharat-Guarantee for Rozgar and Ajeevika Mission (Gramin) Bill, burnt a copy of the bill. "MGNREGA, which was the country's largest and most historic scheme to eradicate rural unemployment, is being conspired against to be terminated. B ...Read More >
New Delhi [India], December 17 (ANI): RJD MP Manoj Jha on Wednesday criticised the Centre over the decision to change the name of the MGNREGA scheme, saying that merely having "Ram" in someone's name doesn't give them a license to anything. "Even people within the BJP are troubled by this, people in the NDA are also troubled..." he said. Jha underlined that there was a 90-10 per cent ratio between the central and state government, which has drastically changed to 60-40 per cent. He further shr ...Read More >
Kolkata (West Bengal) [India], December 17 (ANI): Leader of the Opposition in the West Bengal Assembly, Suvendu Adhikari, along with BJP workers, on Wednesday staged a protest against the state government, alleging mismanagement during football star Lionel Messi's event at the Salt Lake Stadium in Kolkata. Addressing the protest, Adhikari said the protest would continue and added that the BJP has also moved the court in the matter. "Protest will also go on, and we also have an appeal filed in t ...Read More >
Srinagar (Jammu and Kashmir) [India], December 17 (ANI): Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Wednesday took a sharp dig at Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar over a viral video purportedly showing him attempting to remove a woman's hijab, asserting that the Bihar Chief Minister was considered a secular leader but the true face of him is being revealed. The chief minister called the incident "unfortunate" and said such actions were unacceptable, recalling a similar incident during e ...Read More >
Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], December 17 (ANI): Global comedy superstar Russell Peters is set to bring his critically acclaimed 'Relax World Tour' to India, promising electrifying shows in Delhi, Hyderabad, Bengaluru, Mumbai, Pune, Chennai, and Kolkata. Peters' India arrival is fresh off his sold-out performances in more than 100 cities worldwide, including New York, London, Paris, Sydney, Stockholm, Dubai, Riyadh, Singapore, and Toronto. Earlier, the Emmy, Gemini, and Peabody Award-winning c ...Read More >
Morbi (Gujarat) [India], December 17 (ANI): Four pilgrims were killed, and one person was injured after a car hit them from behind in the Morbi district of Gujarat on Wednesday. The injured person has been admitted to the hospital. The pilgrims were likely walking as part of a yatra to Dwarka when an unknown vehicle collided with them from behind at high speed, leading to the fatalities. Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) MLA Durlabhjibhai Dethariya reached the spot after the incident and described ...Read More >
New Delhi [India], December 17 (ANI): Delhi's Environment Minister on Wednesday said that the Delhi government is continuously working to improve the air quality in the capital and also stated that there will now be 50% work from home implemented as well. "The pollution level in Delhi is very high. The next few days are not expected to be much better compared to last year's figures, so we are making every effort to improve the situation... We are continuously working to improve air quality in t ...Read More >
New Delhi [India], December 17 (ANI): The government has implemented comprehensive measures to protect the personal data of Aadhaar number holders, and no breach of data has occurred from the central database to date. The Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology, in a press release on Wednesday, confirmed that the Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI) uses a multi-layered security system to keep information safe. "Till date, no breach of Aadhaar card holders' data has occur ...Read More >
New Delhi [India], December 17 (ANI): The Delhi High Court on Wednesday disposed of a fresh public interest litigation (PIL) filed against IndiGo Airlines over mass flight cancellations and passenger hardship, holding that the issues raised are already under consideration in an earlier pending writ petition before the Court. Dictating the order, the Court observed that the issues highlighted in the PIL primarily relate to remedial measures required to address the situation that arose due to the ...Read More >
Hansa (Goa) [India], December 17 (ANI): The Indian Navy will achieve another key milestone on Wednesday with the commissioning of INAS 335 'Osprey,' its second MH-60R helicopter squadron, at INS Hansa in Goa, further strengthening its maritime surveillance and combat capabilities. The commissioning ceremony will be held in the presence of Admiral Dinesh Kumar Tripathi, Chief of the Naval Staff, who will be the chief guest at the event. With the induction of the squadron, the Navy's operational ...Read More >
Arjuna (Goa) [India], December 17 (ANI): Brothers Gaurav Luthra and Saurabh Luthra, owners of the Birch by Romeo Lane nightclub in Goa's Arpora, were taken away from Anjuna District Hospital on Wednesday after undergoing a medical examination, officials said. The Luthra brothers were brought to the hospital as part of standard procedure following their arrival in the state. The Goa Police arrested the accused brothers after they were deported from Thailand. The fire at the Arpora nightclub on ...Read More >
Panaji (Goa) [India], December 17 (ANI): The owners of the Birch by Romeo Lane nightclub in Goa's Arpora, brothers Gaurav Luthra and Saurabh Luthra, arrived in Goa on Wednesday from Indira Gandhi International Airport in New Delhi after a Delhi court granted a 48-hour transit remand to the two accused. The Goa Police arrested the accused brothers after they were deported from Thailand. The fire at the Arpora nightclub on December 6 claimed 25 lives and led to criminal proceedings against the cl ...Read More >
New Delhi [India], December 17 (ANI): Shiv Sena (UBT) MP Priyanka Chaturvedi on Wednesday backed the remarks of TMC MP Abhishek Banerjee defending the Bengal government after chaos erupted at Lionel Messi's event in Kolkata, stating that he was only highlighting the Bhartiya Janata Party's non-accountability and hypocrisy. Speaking to ANI, she showcased support to Banerjee, saying, "He said that the TMC govt had taken action and the state Sports minister who was responsible has resigned. The CM ...Read More >
Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], December 17 (ANI): Opener Wasim Iqbal slammed a brilliant 66 off 51 balls to help India B beat India A by 83 runs in the first game of the three-match Physical Disability T20 Series at the Wankhede Stadium. After opting to field, India A struggled to control the India B batting line-up as Iqbal led the way for India B. Iqbal shared a 77-run second-wicket stand with Vikrant Keni. After that, India B continued to lose wickets at regular intervals. Iqbal ended with fi ...Read More >
Belagavi (Karnataka) [India], December 17 (ANI): Karnataka Congress leaders on Wednesday staged protests near the Gandhi statue at Suvarna Soudha in Belagavi against the Central government over the National Herald case and the decision to rename the Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Act (MGNREGA) as VB-G Ram G. During the protest, Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar said the National Herald was closely linked to India's freedom movement. "The National Herald is the pride of the ...Read More >
New Delhi [India], December 17 (ANI): The Indian Army has received the remaining three Boeing Apache attack helicopters, which will soon join the Army's 451 Army Aviation Squadron based in Jodhpur. According to the Army, the helicopters will be deployed in Jodhpur after assembly, joint inspections and completion of other formalities in the coming days. The helicopters were brought to India aboard an Antonov An-124 aircraft. India had earlier received the initial three Apache helicopters in Jul ...Read More >
Imphal (Manipur) [India], December 17 (ANI): The Enforcement Directorate conducted searches on Wednesday at premises linked to Yambem Biren, a self-styled "Chief Minister of the Manipur State Council," and Narengbam Samarjit, a self-styled "External Affairs and Defence Minister of the Manipur State Council." The searches were conducted at five locations in Imphal linked to the accused, who are key personnel of the Salai Group of Companies. According to officials, the case pertains to a press c ...Read More >
Belagavi (Karnataka) [India], December 17 (ANI): Karnataka's School Education and Literacy Minister Madhu Bangarappa on Wednesday criticised the central government for the name change of the MGNREGA scheme, stating that the names of those who fought for independence must be restored. "We are protesting against the central government's decision, as it goes against democracy. Those who fought for the country's freedom, their names have to be restored..." Bangarappa said. The Karnatka minister no ...Read More >
Cachar (Assam) [India], December 17 (ANI): During an anti-narcotic operation by the Cachar police in Assam, they seized 388 grams of heroin worth Rs 2.20 crore, officials said. They have also apprehended the drug peddlers involved in the crime. According to the source, on Tuesday night, the police had intercepted a vehicle coming from another neighbouring state and uncovered several soap boxes, carrying a huge amount of heroin. The Senior Superintendent of Police, Partha Protim Das, of Cachar d ...Read More >
New Delhi [India], December 17 (ANI): Congress Rajya Sabha MP and Senior Advocate Abhishek Manu Singhvi on Wednesday described the National Herald case as a false allegation orchestrated by the ruling party, calling it a clear example of the "misuse of central investigative agencies". Addressing the media, Singhvi said the allegations were made on baseless grounds and that the pressure of political power influenced the recent decision in the matter. "The National Herald Case is proof of the mi ...Read More >
New Delhi [India], December 17 (ANI): Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla on Wednesday extended warm wishes to Prime Minister Narendra Modi for receiving Ethiopia's highest civilian honour, the 'Great Honour Nishan of Ethiopia', saying that it is a matter of great pride for every Indian. Taking it to X, he wrote, "Heartiest congratulations to Prime Minister @narendramodi Ji - the first global Head of State/Government - on being conferred with Ethiopia's highest civilian honour, the 'Great Honour Nishan ...Read More >
Madurai (Tamil Nadu) [India], December 17 (ANI): The controversy over the lighting of Karthigai Deepam at the stone Deepathoon at Thiruparankundram continues to snowball. Sikkandar Dargah Secretary Arif Khan, has now claimed that there is no evidence which suggests that lamps have traditionally been lit at the hill. He further asserted that lamps have been lit only at the Uchi Pillaiyar Temple, and added that in earlier court orders, the structure was not described as a deepathoon (lamp pillar) ...Read More >
Hyderabad (Telangana) [India], December 17 (ANI): BJP leader Boora Narsaiah Goud on Wednesday called out the Congress party over criticism of the newly announced G-RAM-G Bill, which will replace the MGNREGA scheme, stating that it is a rationalisation of the existing bill, offering several benefits. "The statement of Congress regarding MGNREGA is totally unfounded. The new bill replacing MGNREGA with G-RAM-G is a rationalisation of the existing scheme. It offers many benefits, including an incr ...Read More >
New Delhi [India], December 17 (ANI): Union Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan will introduce the Viksit Bharat - Guarantee for Rozgar and Ajeevika Mission (Gramin) Bill, 2025, in the Lok Sabha on Wednesday during the ongoing winter session of Parliament. The proposed legislation seeks to establish a rural development framework aligned with the national vision of Viksit Bharat @2047 by providing a statutory guarantee of one hundred and twenty-five days of wage employment in every financial year to ...Read More >
Amritsar (Punjab) [India], December 17 (ANI): Multiple cities in Punjab woke up to a thick layer of fog on Wednesday morning, indicating a deterioration in air quality across the state, with visibility dropping sharply in several areas. Amritsar was covered by dense fog this morning. Locals reported that low visibility has increased the risk of accidents on highways. "... There is dense fog on highways, and visibility is low, causing accidents..." resident Jitendra told ANI. Additionally, Mog ...Read More >
Chennai (Tamil Nadu) [India], December 17 (ANI): Flight operations at Chennai International Airport were disrupted on Wednesday morning after dense fog and adverse weather conditions in Delhi and other northern states led to the cancellation of 11 flights, airport authorities said. According to an official statement, four departing flights and seven arriving flights were cancelled during the day. The cancellations were attributed to persistent dense fog, poor weather, and air pollution affectin ...Read More >
New Delhi [India], December 17 (ANI): The owners of the Birch by Romeo Lane nightclub in Goa's Arpora, brothers Gaurav Luthra and Saurabh Luthra, were taken from Indira Gandhi International (IGI) Airport in New Delhi to Goa on Wednesday morning after a Delhi court granted a 48-hour transit remand to the two accused. Visuals from early Wednesday morning at IGI Airport showed the brothers in police custody. The Goa Police arrested the accused brothers after they were deported from Thailand. The ...Read More >
Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], December 17 (ANI): Filmmaker Karan Johar is "over the moon" following his production - 'Homebound' inching a step closer to the revered Academy Award. After the film was shortlisted and advanced to the next round of voting in the International Feature Film category for the upcoming 98th Academy Awards, Karan Johar took to his social media handle and penned a heartfelt note. "I am not sure I can articulate how proud, elated and over the moon I am with the journey o ...Read More >
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