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New Delhi [India], December 16 (ANI): Samsung Heavy Industries has taken a major step in offshore nuclear technology by developing a floating platform that can host small modular reactors, marking a shift in how nuclear power can be produced at sea, as per a report by Pulse, the English service of Maeil Business News Korea. The company said it secured approval in principle from the American Bureau of Shipping for the basic design of its Floating SMR platform. "The South Korean shipbuilder said ...Read More >
Pune [Maharashtra], December 16 (ANI): Punjab pulled off a thrilling two-wicket victory over Madhya Pradesh (MP) in a Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy 2025-26 Super League Group A clash at the DY Patil Academy, Pune, on Tuesday. In a match to remember, Punjab chased down a challenging target of 226, thanks to stellar performances by Harnoor Singh, Salil Arora, and Ramandeep Singh, sealing the win in the final over of an edge-of-the-seat contest. Put into bat, Madhya Pradesh posted a formidable 225 for 8 ...Read More >
Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], December 16 (ANI): Former Indian cricketer Cheteshwar Pujara said that legspinner Ravi Bishnoi could be the most expensive Indian player at the Indian Premier League (IPL) season 2026 auction, set to take place on December 16 in Abu Dhabi. Ravi Bishnoi made an immediate impact with Punjab Kings in IPL 2020, earning an Emerging Player nomination for his bowling in pressure situations. His career took a major turn after joining Lucknow Super Giants in 2022, where he ...Read More >
New Delhi [India], December 16 (ANI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday expressed deep grief over the loss of lives in a tragic multi-vehicle accident on the Yamuna Expressway in Mathura district of Uttar Pradesh and announced ex-gratia assistance for the victims from the Prime Minister's National Relief Fund (PMNRF). "The loss of lives due to a mishap on the Yamuna Expressway in Mathura is extremely painful. My thoughts are with those who have lost their loved ones. I pray for the speedy ...Read More >
New Delhi [India], December 16 (ANI): Congress leader Priyanka Gandhi Vadra on Tuesday strongly criticised the Centre over proposed changes to the Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Act (MGNREGA), accusing the government of attempting to scrap the scheme under the guise of renaming and restructuring it. Speaking during the protest against the proposed renaming of MGNREGA, Priyanka Gandhi said the government appeared to be "obsessed" with changing names, a move that she claimed l ...Read More >
New Delhi [India], December 16 (ANI): External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar paid his tributes on the 54th anniversary of Vijay Diwas and highlighted how the valour of the armed forces continues to serve as an inspiration to the country. In a post on X on Tuesday he said, "Pay tribute to the valour and sacrifice of our soldiers on Vijay Diwas today. The famous victory of 1971 and the enduring achievement of our armed forces remain a timeless inspiration." Jaishankar/status/2000793376581394448? ...Read More >
New Delhi [India], December 16 (ANI): Congress MP Priyanka Gandhi Vadra on Tuesday strongly opposed the Viksit Bharat Rozgar and Ajeevika Mission (Gramin) Bill, 2025, also known as the VB-G Ram G Bill, asserting that the proposed legislation would "weaken" the original Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Act (MGNREGA) and undermine its guaranteed 100 days of employment. Participating in the Lok Sabha debate, the Wayanad MP said that no legislation should be rushed through Parliam ...Read More >
New Delhi [India], December 16 (ANI): The Delhi High Court has sought a response from the Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) on a contempt plea filed by the Indian Pilots Guild (IPG), which has alleged that airlines were granted extensions and relaxations in pilot fatigue management rules in violation of the CAR 2024 framework. A bench of Justice Amit Sharma issued notice to the DGCA and directed its top officials to file their responses in the matter. The court listed the case for th ...Read More >
New Delhi [India], December 16 (ANI): The President of India, Droupadi Murmu, on Tuesday inaugurated the Param Vir Dirgha at Rashtrapati Bhavan on the occasion of Vijay Diwas. The Gallery features portraits of all 21 Param Vir Chakra awardees. According to the release, the Gallery aims to educate visitors about our national heroes who displayed dauntless resolve and unconquerable spirit in defending our nation. It is also an initiative to honour the memory of our bravehearts who have laid down ...Read More >
VMPL New Delhi [India], December 16: Schneider Electric, a global energy technology leader, recently inaugurated its new office in Gurugram, Haryana, reaffirming its long-term commitment to India's growth and innovation. The facility was inaugurated in the presence of Mr. Manish Pant, Executive Vice President - International Operations, Schneider Electric, Mr. Deepak Sharma, Zone President - Greater India, MD & CEO, Schneider Electric India, H E Mr. Thierry Mathou, Ambassador of France to India ...Read More >
New Delhi [India], December 16 (ANI): As the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 mini-auction approaches, franchises are gearing up to strengthen their squads with a mix of star players and promising uncapped talent. Ahead of the auction on Tuesday, former Indian cricketer Irfan Pathan weighed in on fast bowlers who could attract strong bids. The 2026 auction will take place in Abu Dhabi on Tuesday. The player list for the 2026 season auction has been finalised, with 350 players, including 240 Ind ...Read More >
New Delhi [India], December 16 (ANI): Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman on Tuesday introduced the Insurance Laws (Amendment) Bill, 2025, titled "Sabka Bima Sabki Raksha", in the Lok Sabha, aiming to strengthen policyholder protection, deepen insurance penetration and accelerate the growth of the insurance sector in the country. The Bill seeks to amend key legislations, including the Insurance Act, 1938, the Life Insurance Corporation Act, 1956, and the Insurance Regulatory and Development Aut ...Read More >
New Delhi [India], December 16 (ANI): India and Jordan have set a target to double their bilateral trade to USD 5 billion over the next five years, while strengthening cooperation in key sectors, including fertilisers, especially phosphates, the Ministry of External Affairs said while adressing the special briefing on Prime Minister Narendra Modi's visit to Jordan. The details of the visit were shared by MEA Secretary (South) Neena Malhotra, who described the visit as historically significant, ...Read More >
Udhampur (Jammu and Kashmir) [India], December 16 (ANI): A wreath-laying ceremony for martyred SOG Jawan Amjad Ali Khan was held at District Police Lines Udhampur on Tuesday. Khan lost his life during an ongoing encounter in the Sohan area of Udhampur district of Jammu and Kashmir. The wreath-lying ceremony was attended by Jammu and Kashmir DGP Nalin Prabhat, IGP Jammu zone Bhim Sen Tuti, along with Senior Police officers, CRPF and District Udhampur Administration, who paid rich floral tribute ...Read More >
Bengaluru (Karnataka) [India], December 16 (ANI): Kempegowda International Airport Bengaluru on Tuesday issued a passenger advisory warning of possible flight delays and road traffic congestion over the next few days due to forecasted low visibility caused by dense fog. In its passenger advisory, passengers were cautioned that foggy conditions could impact flight operations and slow movement on routes leading to the airport, particularly during early morning hours. "Due to forecasted low visib ...Read More >
Mathura (Uttar Pradesh) [India], December 16 (ANI): Bodies of those killed in a major accident on the Delhi-Agra Expressway were brought in body bags to the postmortem facitility in Uttar Pradesh's Mathura on Tuesday, as authorities continued efforts to ascertain the exact death toll and identify the deceased. At least four people lost their lives, and 25 others sustained injuries after several buses caught fire following a massive collision on the Delhi-Agra Expressway in Mathura district duri ...Read More >
New Delhi [India], December 16 (ANI): On the occasion of Vijay Diwas, LoP Rahul Gandhi and MP Priyanka Gandhi paid their respects to the courage and valour of our armed forces in the 1971 war. They recalled how the soldiers forced the other side to surrender, marking a moment in history. Rahul Gandhi took it to X to show respect for the Indian soldiers in the 1971 war, mentioning their heroism in the face of struggle. "On this Vijay Diwas, I pay my respects to the brave heroes of our armed for ...Read More >
Srinagar (Jammu and Kashmir) [India], December 16 (ANI): Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Tuesday distanced the INDIA alliance from the Congress party's campaign on alleged 'vote chori', stating that the bloc has nothing to do with the issue raised by the grand old party. Speaking to reporters in Srinagar, Omar Abdullah said, "The INDIA alliance has nothing to do with it... Every political party has the freedom to set its political agenda. Congress has made SIR, vote chori as i ...Read More >
New Delhi [India], December 16 (ANI): Several Congress leaders on Tuesday submitted Adjournment Motion notice in the Parliament seeking urgent discussion on the 'severe' air pollution affecting Delhi-NCR. Congress MP Manickam Tagore submitted an Adjournment Motion notice in the Lok Sabha to discuss air pollution and requested the declaration of a National Public Health Emergency. In his notice, Tagore cited the 24-hour average Air Quality Index (AQI) of 461 in Delhi, categorised as "Severe Plu ...Read More >
New Delhi [India], December 16 (ANI): A Delhi sessions court today ordered that Congress leaders Rahul Gandhi, Sonia Gandhi and other accused named in a fresh FIR in the National Herald case are not entitled to a copy of the FIR, registered by the Economic Wing Offences (EOW) Delhi Police though they may be informed that such an FIR has been registered. Passing the order, Sessions Judge Vishal Gogne set aside a magistrate's direction that had required the Delhi Police to supply copies of the FI ...Read More >
New Delhi [India], December 16 (ANI): The trade deficit of the country is likely to settle around current levels of November in the near to medium term, with a weaker rupee expected to help keep the gap between exports and imports under control, according to a report by Nuvama. The report stated that the overall export performance in FY26 so far has continued to soften. It added that the moderation in global trade could put additional pressure on India's export outlook in the coming months. In ...Read More >
Mathura (Uttar Pradesh) [India], December 16 (ANI): Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Tuesday expressed deep sorrow over the loss of lives in a road accident on the Yamuna Expressway in Mathura district. At least four people lost their lives and 25 others sustained injuries after several buses caught fire following a massive collision on the Delhi-Agra Expressway during the early hours of Tuesday. Describing the incident as "extremely tragic and heart-rending," the Chief Minister ...Read More >
Nagapattinam (Tamil Nadu) [India], December 16 (ANI): Heavy rain lashed several parts of Nagapattinam district on Tuesday morning, following a forecast by the Regional Meteorological Centre, stating that moderate to heavy rainfall would occur across the delta and coastal districts of Tamil Nadu. As predicted, widespread moderate rain has been reported in Nagapattinam, Thiruvarur and Thanjavur districts, while coastal areas have been witnessing heavy rainfall. In the Nagapattinam district, cont ...Read More >
Belagavi (Karnataka) [India], December 16 (ANI): Congress leader BK Hariprasad on Tuesday strongly criticised the Central government over reports of renaming the Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Act (MGNREGA), calling Prime Minister Narendra Modi "Mogambo" and accusing him of failing to provide employment to the rural poor. While speaking to reporters, Hariprasad said, "The man who has completely failed in providing employment for the rural poor, it is only MNREGA that is prov ...Read More >
New Delhi [India], December 16 (ANI): India's Commerce Secretary Rajesh Agrawal said that the country's export performance showed strength even when the world faced economic challenges. Agrawal said on X "India's efforts to diversify trade across geographies and sectors is paying off. There is positive export momentum that is likely to consolidate in the coming months" He added "India's exports have shown resilience in wake of global challenges. Over first 8 months of FY26, total exports inclu ...Read More >
PRNewswire Gurugram (Haryana) [India], December 16: SGS proudly announces the successful Group Multisite certification of UltraTech Cement Limited, India's largest cement and ready-mix concrete company, for Integrated Management System (ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 45001), Energy Management System (ISO 50001:2018) and standalone certification for Social Accountability (SA 8000). This achievement reflects UltraTech's unwavering commitment to operational excellence, energy efficiency, social respons ...Read More >
New Delhi (India), December 16 (ANI): Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leader Shahshank Mani on Tuesday said that the process of Special Intensive Revision (SIR) is progressing steadily and is being presented to the citizens of India in a transparent manner. Speaking to ANI, Mani added that the publication of the electoral roll will strengthen the backbone of the Constitution and contribute to the nation's overall development. "The process of SIR is progressing, and it is presented to the citizens ...Read More >
New Delhi [India], December 16 (ANI): The pace of business growth in India slowed slightly in December, but overall activity in the private sector remained strong, according to the latest HSBC PMI data released on Tuesday. The HSBC PMI Composite Index, which combines the output of India's manufacturing and service sectors, fell to 58.9 in December from 59.7 in November. Even though the index declined, it stayed well above the 50.0 mark, which shows that business activity is still growing. The ...Read More >
NewsVoir Gurugram (Haryana) [India], December 16: Vietnam is not the first place many expect to see a global electric-vehicle surge. Yet according to Transport & Environment's 2025 progress report, 42 percent of all new cars sold in the country during the first half of the year were fully electric . The figure surpasses many parts of Europe and even edges past China. At the center of that transformation stands VinFast. In October 2025 the company delivered 20,380 vehicles, raising its year-to- ...Read More >
New Delhi [India], December 16 (ANI): The southeast district of Delhi Police has busted 10 fraudsters in the case of an International digital fraud and extortion. The accused are detained from several states. According to an official statement, the 10 fraudsters who had swindled many people are under police custody. Among the arrested, the mastermind is also included. The culprits were apprehended through multiple raids across seven states: Delhi, Mumbai (Maharashtra), Kerala, Odisha, Punjab, U ...Read More >
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