Mahila Samman Mahapanchayat' will happen tomorrow (Sunday) at all costs, says Vinesh Phogat
25 Adheenams participated, wished the Prime Minister and gave the prasadams from various mutts: Kamatchipuri Adheenam's Gnanaguru Saktha Sri Sivalingeswara Swamigal
Kamatchipuri Adheenam's Gnanaguru Saktha Sri Sivalingeswara Swamigal said that 25 Adheenams participated, wished the Prime Minister and gave the prasadams from various mutts. He added that they also gave mementoes to the Prime Minister
Powai Police recorded the statement of Jennifer Mistry Bansiwal in connection with her sexual harassment case
Powai Police recorded the statement of Jennifer Mistry Bansiwal in connection with her sexual harassment allegations against Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashmah's producer Asit Kumarr Modi and two other members of the crew. The Police will also summon Asit Kumarr Modi soon for his statement: Mumbai Police
Sengol reminds that we have to walk on path of duty, remain answerable to public, says Modi
Gujarat's renewable energy capacity has reached up to 20 GW: CM Bhupendra Patel
Gujarat CM says the state’s renewable energy capacity has reached up to 20 GW, which is 15 per cent of India's total renewable energy capacity
The Manipur violence was unpredicted, says Rajkumar Ranjan Singh, Minister of State for External Affairs and Education
Modi takes Sengol from Adheenams ahead of Parliament inauguration
2 tremors felt in Maharashtra’s Palghar; no reports of damage
Two tremors were felt at Talasari town in Palghar district nearly 130 to 140 kms away from downtown Mumbai on Saturday evening.
Five cadres of KCP (PWG) surrender
As many as five cadres of KCP (PWG) surrendered in the presence of police on May 26 at Somsai, Ukhrul. They also surrendered three pistols, three magazines and 19 live point 22 rounds.
In the last 9 years, mindset has changed, says Nirmala Sitharaman at National Conclave on 9 years of Seva, Sushasan, Garib Kalyan
ED attaches immovable assets worth more than Rs 36 cr & Rs 34.7L of Udayanidhi Stalin Foundation
As part of a a money laundering investigation, Enforcement Directorate says it has attached immovable assets worth more than Rs 36 crore across Tamil Nadu and Rs 34.7 lakh kept in the bank account of Udayanidhi Stalin Foundation
CBI claims Manish Sisodia confessed to destroying 2 phones which he used before July 2022
In its supplementary charge-sheet filed against former Delhi Dy CM Manish Sisodia, the CBI has claimed he destroyed two phones which he was using before July 2022.
TN Guv RN Ravi warns of a ‘mammoth disaster’
Speaking at the G20 International Conference, Tamil Nadu Governor RN Ravi said the numerous challenges being faced are unprecedented, but not unforeseen.
Court takes cognisance of CBI’s supplementary charge-sheet, summons Sisodia, others
In relation to the Delhi excise policy case, the Rouse Avenue court has taken cognisance of a supplementary charge-sheet filed by CBI against AAP leader and former Delhi Deputy CM Manish Sisodia and other accused persons. It has now issued summons to them.
BCCI will decide venues of ICC 50-over World Cup 2023 after IPL final
With India hosting the ICC-50 over World Cup 2023 later this year, BCCI will decide venues after IPL final on May 28
Dia Mirza highlights the role of cinema and cultural events like IIFA in raising awareness and driving action for sustainable development
Wrestlers' protest against WFI president matter put up for hearing on June 27
Wrestlers' protest against WFI (Wrestling Federation of India) president: Delhi Police filed further status report. Statements of victims under section 164 recorded. Copies of the status report supplied to the complainants. Matter put up for further hearing on 27th June. (ANI)
Several parts of the country to witness thunderstorm and rains for next 5 days: IMD
Due to the moisture from the Arabian Sea, northwest India will have similar weather today and tomorrow. From tomorrow its effect will be mostly in UP and it will reduce from the next day onwards. There will be thunderstorms in North-Western India for 5 days... There is a possibility of thunderstorms in Delhi for the next 3-4 days. We have issued Orange alert for Haryana, North-East Rajasthan, UP but tomorrow there is a possibility of heavy rain in North-East UP and thunderstorm in other areas: Dr Soma Sen Roy, IMD Scientist (ANI)
Regional Meteorological Centre announces heavy rains in 12 districts of Tamil Nadu
The Regional Meteorological Centre of the Indian Meteorological Department has predicted heavy rains in 12 districts of Tamil Nadu.
According to the weather department, rains are expected in the Nilgiris, Tirupur, Coimbatore, Theni, Dindigul, Erode, Krishnagiri, Dharmapuri, Tirupattur, Salem, Kallakurichi and Tiruvannamalai districts of the state.
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'Game is over': Nawaz Sharif's daughter Maryam mocks Imran Khan
Maryam Nawaz, Senior Vice President of PML-N party, has told Imran Khan that the "game is over" for the cricketer-turned-politician following an exodus of his party's senior members.
Maryam made these remarks on Friday while addressing a convention in Pakistan's Punjab province. During her address, she also talked about the incidents on May 9 — the day on which the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) party chief Khan was arrested, triggering violent protests countrywide.
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Ticket prices should be reduced in multiplexes, says Nawazuddin Siddiqui
Financial support is given to films in states like Madhya Pradesh, Uttar Pradesh and others, which is a wonderful thing. My request is that the prices of tickets in multiplexes should be reduced so that people come in huge numbers to see the film: Actor Nawazuddin Siddiqui (ANI)
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Politics divided, 'acchhe din' subsided: Sibal's dig over 9 years of NDA govt
Rajya Sabha MP Kapil Sibal on Saturday took a dig at the Modi government as it completed nine years, saying politics was divided while 'achche din' subsided and institutions were "captured" while society was "ruptured".
Sibal also called for a change of government in the 2024 general elections.
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Muslim woman, Hindu man manhandled by mob after dining at Indore hotel
A woman and a man belonging to different religions, were mandhandled by a mob while leaving a hotel in Indore after having dinner, police said.
A viral video of the incident which took place on Friday night shows the group of about 20 people surrounding the two and asking the Muslim woman why she having dinner with a Hindu man.
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Delhi: PM to inaugurate the new Parliament building tomorrow
Rs 2.5 lakhs ex-gratia will be given to the next of kin of those died in Egra firecracker factory: Mamata Banerjee
An ex-gratia of Rs 2.5 lakhs will be given to the next of kin of those who died in the firecracker factory blast in Egra and a home guard job will be given to one of the family members. Along with this, an assistance of Rs 2 lakh will be provided to the kin of the deceased in case of death due to lightning: West Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee, (Egra) East Medinipur (ANI)
Legislation introduced to declare Diwali a federal holiday in US
A prominent American lawmaker has introduced a bill in the US Congress to declare Diwali, the festival of lights, a federal holiday, a move welcomed by different communities from across the country.
"Diwali is one of the most important days of the year for billions of people across the globe, and for countless families and communities in Queens, New York, and the United States, Congresswoman Grace Meng told reporters during a virtual news conference here soon after introducing the bill in the House of Representatives on Friday.
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PM Modi chairs Niti Aayog's 8th Governing Council meet in Delhi
Wrestlers & Oppn parties should reconsider their decision over new Parliament building inauguration, says Yog Guru Ramdev
Complaint filed against Kejriwal, Kharge & others for making inciteful remarks citing President Murmu's caste
Complaint filed against Delhi CM Arvind Kejriwal, Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge and others for making incite-full statements citing caste of President Droupadi Murmu regarding the event of the inauguration of the new Parliament building with the intent to promote enmity among communities/groups and trying to create distrust for GoI to fulfil their political motives which are an office u/s 121,153A,505 and 34 IPC. (ANI)
Kerala is a peaceful place compared to other states in our country, says Pinarayi Vijayan
Kerala is a peaceful place compared to other states in our country. A peaceful atmosphere prevails here. Communal disturbances and loss of life are happening in many places. Nothing like that happens in Kerala. Our country is a breeding ground of secularism: Kerala CM Pinarayi Vijayan(ANI)
In the aftermath of the recent spurt in violence, Army & Assam Rifles have launched large-scale combing operations in vulnerable flash points as also the higher reaches surrounding Imphal Valley. Continuing with operations, Army and Assam Rifles have launched multiple search operations in areas of Kangchuk, Motbung, Saikul, Pukhao & Sagolmang in Manipur to track down any armed insurgents operating in these areas: Indian Army (ANI)
70 Delhi Police staff deployed for inauguration ceremony of the new Parliament building
A staff of about 70 policemen of Delhi Police have been deployed around the new Parliament building for the inauguration ceremony of the new Parliament building. ACP rank officers are monitoring through CCTV. Security will be deployed around the new Parliament building for 24 hours: Delhi Police Sources (ANI)
Nepal PM to visit India from May 31 to June 3
Prime Minister of Nepal Pushpa Kamal Dahal ‘Prachanda’, will be on an official visit to India from 31 May to 03 June at the invitation of Prime Minister Narendra Modi. This will be the first bilateral visit abroad by Nepal PM after assuming office in December 2022. He will be accompanied by a high-level delegation: Ministry of External Affairs (ANI)
J&K: Police arrested one terrorist working as associate of LeT outfit
J&K: Joint forces of Baramulla Police & 52 RR arrested one person namely Mohd Ashraf Mir, working as a terrorist associate of LeT outfit at Nagbal Chandoosa. One grenade recovered from his possession. Case registered under UA (P) Act & Arms Act. Further probe underway: Kashmir Police (ANI)
NIA conducts 13 raids in MP's Jabalpur, probing a terror conspiracy
National Investigation Agency has been conducting raids at 13 locations in Jabalpur in Madhya Pradesh since this morning in its ongoing probe into a terror conspiracy case. (ANI)
Rajnath Singh will visit Nigeria between May 28-30
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh will visit Nigeria between May 28-30 to attend the swearing-in ceremony of the President-elect of the West African nation Bola Ahmed Tinubu. Rajnath Singh will attend the swearing-in ceremony at Eagle Square in Abuja on 29th May. He will also meet the outgoing Nigerian President Mr Muhammadu Buhari during a reception hosted by him on 28th May. (ANI)
Army chief General Manoj Pande to visit Manipur today
Army chief General Manoj Pande will be visiting Manipur today to review the security situation in view of the recent violence there. He would be briefed by the Eastern Command officials on the measures taken to bring the situation under control: Indian Army officials (ANI)
Flights coming to Delhi diverted due to bad weather
A total of four flights were diverted to Jaipur this morning due to bad weather. All flights were coming to Delhi from different cities: Airport official (ANI)
21 Adheenams dapart to Delhi for the new parliament building inauguration
Thiruvavaduthurai Adheenams leave for Delhi from Chennai airport to attend the inauguration ceremony of the new Parliament building. Seers of Dharmapuram Adheenam to present a special gift to Prime Minister Narendra Modi.
Satyendar Jain suffered head injury; medical board constituted for treatment
Jailed AAP leader and former Delhi minister Satyendar Jain, who is undergoing treatment at a city government-run hospital here, had suffered a blood clot due to a head injury, though his condition is stable, sources said on Friday.
A four-member medical board has been constituted for the treatment of Jain, who was admitted to an ICU of the Lok Nayak Jai Prakash (LNJP) Hospital on Thursday, they said.
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AHSEC to introduce Bodo, a medium of instruction for higher secondary Arts courses
Assam Higher Secondary Education Council (AHSEC) has been notified to introduce Bodo as a medium of instruction for Higher Secondary Arts courses from 2023-24. In a notification, AHSEC said that Institutions willing to offer a Bodo medium of instruction to students are required to intimate AHSEC immediately.
Due to bad weather, flight operations are impacted at Delhi Airport
Delhi-NCR & adjoining areas to witness thunderstorm & rains in the next 2 hours
A cluster of cloud patches are passing through the Delhi-NCR. Thunderstorm/ Duststorm with light to moderate intensity rain and gusty winds with speed of 40-70 km/h would continue Delhi-NCR & adjoining areas during the next 2 hours: IMD Update (ANI)
Delhi witnesses sudden change in weather, receives rainfall
Can Kejriwal make friends with his enemy’s enemy?
In politics, the enemy’s enemy is not necessarily one’s friend. Aam Aadmi Party convenor Arvind Kejriwal would have realized as much while travelling distances to drum up support against the centre’s ordinance seeking to negate the Supreme Court’s recent order handing over administrative control of services to the elected government of Delhi.
While satraps like Mamata Banerjee and Uddhav Thackeray have obliged the Delhi chief minister with unequivocal support, the neighbours next door has dithered to commit too soon.
DU Academic Council clears implementation of four-year integrated teacher education programme
The Delhi University's Academic Council has approved several resolutions, including some contentious ones like the implementation of a four-year integrated teacher education programme, despite dissent by some members.
The council also cleared several syllabi changes, including the scrapping of a chapter on Muhammad Iqbal from the BA political science syllabus, officials aware of the matter said.