Jammu, Mar 13 (UNI) Leader of Opposition in Jammu and Kashmir, Sunil Sharma on Thursday called upon Union Home Minister Amit Shah at New Delhi.
Mumbai Mar 13 (UNI) Countering Maharashtra BJP Minister Nitesh Rane''s claim that there was not a single Muslim in Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj''s army, NCP-AP MLA Amol Mitkari on Thursday posted a list of Muslim chieftains on his X account and urged Rane to "familiarise" himself with history.The controversy began after Rane''s comment that Shivaji Maharaj''s army did not include a single Muslim soldier.Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar advised Rane to read history before making such baseless claims.Mitkari buttressed his arguments by sharing a compiled list of Muslim officers and soldiers who played prominent roles in the Maratha army. His post was captioned, ''Honorable Ministers should read this". UNI SP SSP.
Kochi, Mar 13 (UNI) Air India, India’s leading global airline, has introduced ‘Maharaja Club Points Plus’ offer which enables frequent flyer members to maximise the reward points earned with eligible bank partners.
Cairo, Mar 13 (UNI) At least eight persons were killed and 12 others wounded after a minibus was hit by a train in northeastern Egypt''s Ismailia province on Thursday, according to a statement from the Health Ministry.
Thiruvananthapurm, Mar 13 (UNI) Kerala Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan on Thursday condemned attack on Tushar Gandhi, grandson of Father of the Nation Mahatma Gandhi, allegedly by RSS-BJP activists at Neyyatinkara.
Hyderabad, Mar 13 (UNI) BRS Working President K Taraka Rama Rao (KTR) condemned the suspension of BRS MLA Jagadish Reddy from the Telangana Legislative Assembly, calling it baseless and cruel.
Hyderabad, Mar 13 (UNI) AbhiBus, India’s leading bus ticketing platform, on Thursday announced it has entered into a strategic partnership with T-Safe, a safety initiative of the Telangana Police, to strengthen bus commuter security.
Hyderabad, Mar 13 (UNI) Telangana Transco CMD Krishna Bhaskar has been selected for the prestigious World Bank Fellowship, marking a significant achievement for the state.
Hyderabad, Mar 13 (UNI) The L V Prasad Eye Institute (LVPEI), Hyderabad, has received an Australian patent for a groundbreaking stem cell therapy designed to treat vision loss caused by corneal scarring and distention.
Jammu, Mar 13 (UNI) Jammu and Kashmir government on Thursday clarified in the Assembly that the land for creation of Industrial Estates was placed at the disposal of the Industries and Commerce Department by the Revenue Department, which was then allocated to the aspiring entrepreneurs as per the established policy and procedures.
Hyderabad, March 13 (UNI) Congress MLC Amer Ali Khan has encouraged Muslim youth to pursue entrepreneurship as a path to economic empowerment.
Jammu, Mar 13 (UNI) Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Thursday informed the Assembly that the finalisation of the syllabus for the 2018-24 batches of J&K Administrative Services is in its final stages, and the examinations will be conducted soon thereafter.
Kolkata, Mar 13 (UNI) India''s housing sector is experiencing unprecedented growth, fueled by robust government initiatives and favourable market conditions.
Chandigarh, Mar 13 (UNI) In a continued crackdown on drug traffickers, Punjab''s Amritsar district administration on thursday demolished the house of an alleged drug smuggler Ajay Kumar Billi. Amritsar Police Commissioner Gurpreet Singh Bhullar, who oversaw the demolition, warned that anyone involved in illegal activities will face strict action. He said that five cases have been registered against Ajay Kumar in different police stations, including a case under the NDPS Act.
Mumbai, Mar 13 (UNI) The Rupee on Thursday registered a huge gains of 20 paise to close at 87.00 against the US Dollar on selling of USD by bankers and importers, dealers at the Forex Market said.
Hajipur, Mar 13 (UNI) Railways have decided to run special trains on various routes connecting almost all parts of the country, in view of heavy rush of passengers during Holi festival and after.
Port Louis/New Delhi, Mar 13 (UNI) Local media persons in Mauritius are peeved with the alleged preferential treatment given to Indian media persons in covering Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s two-day action-packed visit to Port Louis.
Shillong, Mar 13 (UNI) Union Minister of Science and Technology Dr. Jitendra Singh on Thursday laid the foundation stone for the North East Centre for Technology Application and Reach (NECTAR) permanent campus in the New Shillong Township at Mawdiangdiang in Meghalaya.
Mumbai, Mar 13 (UNI) A female singer was arrested for allegedly honey-trapping a 74-year-old Delhi based businessman and extorting Rs 18.5 lakh from him, a Mumbai police official said on Thursday.
Hyderabad, Mar 13 (UNI) Former Minister and BRS MLA Jagadish Reddy has been suspended from the Telangana Legislative Assembly for the remainder of the ongoing budget session for making ‘disparaging’ remarks against Speaker Gaddam Prasad Kumar.
Port Louis/New Delhi, Mar 13 (UNI) An Indian Air Force (IAF) officer was reportedly injured during a parachuting practice session in Port Louis, ahead of participation in Mauritius’ National Day celebrations, a report said.
Amaravati, Mar 13 (UNI) The maximum temperatures are expected to gradually rise by two to three degrees celsius in Coastal Andhra Pradesh, Yanam and Rayalaseema during the next five days, Meteorological Centre said on Thursday.
Mumbai, Mar 13 (UNI) A 29-year-old man was killed and two of his friends sustained serious injuries when the Maharashtra State Road Transport Corporation (MSRTC) bus hit the scooter they were riding in Central Mumbai early on Thursday, police said.
Mumbai, Mar 13 (UNI) A lady singer was arrested for allegedly honey-trapping a 74-year-old Delhi based businessman and extorting Rs 18.5 lakh from him, a Mumbai police official said on Thursday.
Jammu, Mar 13 (UNI) Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Thursday stated that the government is prioritizing the promotion of religious and tourism places in Srinagar city to boost tourism and attract more visitors.
New Delhi, Mar 13 (UNI) India and the ASEAN bloc held the 27th Senior Officials’ Meeting in Manila yesterday during which the two sides discussed early completion of review of the ASEAN-India Trade in Goods Agreement (AITIGA).
Hyderabad, Mar 13 (UNI) About 55 percent of startup founders and business leaders struggle with sleep, impacting their productivity, decision-making, and overall well-being, according to a new survey ‘highlighting the alarming sleep crisis among entrepreneurs’ released by TiE (The Indus Entrepreneurs) Global and Heartfulness here on Thursday coinciding with the World Sleep Day on Friday.
Bengaluru, Mar 13 (UNI) The Mysore Urban Development Authority (MUDA) corruption probe has escalated as whistleblower Snehamayi Krishna has accused senior officials of fabricating a false report despite substantial evidence.
Bhubaneswar, Mar 13 (UNI) The Opposition BJD on Thursday stalled proceedings in the Odisha Assembly, demanding a debate on the controversial Polavaram Project constructed by the Andhra Pradesh Government.
Washington, Mar 13 (UNI) US President Donald Trump is not only being "nice and gentle" with Russia, but is also using "instruments" against Moscow, Polish President Andrzej Duda said on Thursday.
Hangzhou, Mar 13 (UNI) Chinese e-commerce giant Alibaba on Thursday released a new version of its Quark application, a comprehensive AI assistant powered by Alibaba''s Qwen-based advanced reasoning model.
Kabul, Mar 13 (UNI) The Afghan Ministry of Refugees and Repatriation has signed four memorandums of understanding (MoUs) with international and domestic aid agencies to assist thousands of displaced, returnee and needy families across Afghanistan, the ministry said in a statement on Thursday.
Bhubaneswar, Mar 13 (UNI) The Ayushman Bharat-Pradhan Mantri Jan Arogya Yojana and the Gopabandhu Jan Arogya Yojana will be implemented and launched across Odisha on April 1.
Kolkata, Mar 13 (UNI) Tata Steel Meramandali (TSM), located in Narendrapur village of Dhenkanal district, has launched its fleet of electric buses as a demonstration of the Company’s commitment to sustainable and eco-friendly transportation for its employees.
Moscow, Mar 13 (UNI) The Russian military operation to retake the Kursk region from Ukrainian armed forces entered its final stage, Kremlin spokesperson Dmitry Peskov said Thursday.
Kolkata, Mar 13 (UNI) Kolkata recorded 6.5 million square feet (mn sqft) of warehousing transactions in 2024, reflecting a 28 percentyear-on-year (YoY) growth from 5.1 mn sq ft in 2023, a Knight FrankIndia study published report said.
Hyderabad/New Delhi, Mar 13 (UNI) Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M K Stalin has invited Telangana Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy to attend a crucial meeting in Delhi on March 22 to discuss the impact of constituency delimitation on southern states.
Mumbai, Mar 13 (UNI) The Rupee on Thursday registered a 12 paise gain at 87.08 against the USD in the opening session on selling of fresh dollars by bankers and exporters, dealers at the Forex Market said.
Srinagar, Mar 13 (UNI) Security Forces (SF) during a Joint Search Operation apprehended two suspected individuals and recovered arms and ammunition and other warlike stores from their possession in Jammu Kashmir’s Bandipora district.
Hyderabad, Mar 13 (UNI) Telangana Deputy Chief Minister Bhatti Vikramarka Mallu highlighted Telangana''s growing reputation in the IT and industrial sectors, crediting the state''s proactive initiatives in securing investments and hosting summits.
La Paz, Mar 13 (UNI) At least 13 people were killed and about 20 others were injured in a bus accident Wednesday on the road connecting the southern Bolivian departments of Potosi and Chuquisaca, local authorities said.
Brasilia, Mar 13 (UNI) Brazil''s government on Wednesday called the U.S. decision to increase tariffs on steel and aluminium imports to 25 percent an "unjustified and mistaken" move.
Vladivostok, Mar 13 (UNI) Five people died and three others were injured in a fire at an office building in Blagoveshchensk, a city in Russia''s Far East, the Russian Ministry of Emergency Situations (EMERCOM) said Thursday.
Kyiv, Mar 13 (UNI) The defence ministers of Germany, France, the United Kingdom, Italy, and Poland welcome the idea of a 30-day ceasefire in Ukraine and want it to be used to establish a permanent ceasefire, German Defence Minister Boris Pistorius said.
Mumbai, Mar 12 (UNI) Maharashtra Pradesh Congress Committee president Harshavardhan Sapkal on Wednesday strongly criticised the ruling BJP, saying it is now misusing the name of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj to disrupt social harmony in the state.
Mumbai, Mar 12 (UNI) Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis said on Wednesday that the final decision of ''Maharashtra Bhushan Award 2024'' will be announced soon.
Mumbai, Mar 12 (UNI) BJP leader Chitra Wagh on Wednesday demanded that people who live in Maharashtra must know Marathi and if they do not understand it, then they must be prepared to learn it and respect the language. She made this demand while reacting to a video that has gone viral on social media, in which a young female employee at Airtel India showroom is reportedly heard saying to a customer that it is not compulsory to know or speak Marathi.
Chennai, Mar 12 (UNI) Former all rounder Syed Abid Ali, who had hit the winning runs for India in their landmark Test win at The Oval in 1971, died at California in US on Wednesday evening.
Shimla, March 12 (UNI) Passengers in a Himachal Road Transport Corporation (HRTC) bus had a close shave, courtesy an alert driver, after the vehicle suddenly caught fire which quickly engulfed the vehicle on Wednesday in Shimla district, police said.
Pune, Mar 12 (UNI) Responding to Maharashtra minister and BJP leader Nitesh Rane''s claim that there was no Muslim in Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj''s army, Shivaji Maharaj''s 13th descendant and MP Udayanraje Bhosale on Wednesday dismissed the same, saying that Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj never discriminated between Hindus and Muslims.
Jammu, Mar 12 (UNI) Under Rule 317 of the Rules of Procedure and Conduct of Business in the Jammu and Kashmir Legislative Assembly, Speaker, Jammu and Kashmir Legislative Assembly, Abdul Rahim Rather, on Wednesday nominated the members of Business Advisory Committee of which he shall be the Chairman.
Haridwar (Uttarakhand), Mar 12 (UNI) Jaipur Pink Cubs, Vasco Vipers, Sonipat Spartans registered close-fought victories on Day 7 of the Yuva All Stars Championship at the Vandana Kataria Indoor Stadium here on Wednesday.
Vijayawada, March 12 (UNI) Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister Chandrababu Naidu on Wednesday felt that sustainable development is possible only with women empowerment.
Hyderabad, Mar 12 (UNI) NephroPlus, Asia’s largest dialysis care network, on Wednesday announced it has achieved a monumental milestone by setting a Guinness World Record for the ‘Most Number of Sign-ups for a Health Screening Test in One Week’ with 10,500 sign -ups within the period from March 6 – 11.
Port Louis/New Delhi, Mar 12 (UNI) India and Mauritius agreed to take further steps in India-assisted developmental assistance projects, including working towards timely delivery of 100-electric buses and Implement Phase II of High Impact Community Development Projects, the joint statement said today.
Jakarta, Mar 12 (UNI) Indonesia''s National Olympic Committee Chairman, Raja Sapta Oktohari, announced that the country will only send athletes to compete in sports where it has strong medal prospects at the 33rd Southeast Asian Games in Thailand at the end of the year.
Bhubaneswar, Mar 12 (UNI) The Odisha Government is set to launch Zero Accident Day (ZAD) as part of a 30-day campaign aimed at promoting responsible road usage.
Kolkata, Mar 12 (UNI) West Bengal has been a front-runner and in the very top bracket among all states in receiving concrete big industrial investment intentions, according to the latest report published by the Government of India, Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee said on Wednesday.
Thiruvananthapurm, Mar 12 (UNI) In a coordinated action with the aid of International Police Cooperation Unit of CBI, the Kerala Police, have arrested a wanted criminal Aleksej Besciokov of USA from Thiruvananthapuram, who was planning to flee from the country.
Thiruvananthapuram, Mar 12 (UNI) Cutting-edge technologies as well as collective efforts are essential for sustainable packaging solutions to meet the ‘Net-Zero’ mission, Prof GD Yadav, the former Vice-Chancellor of the Institute of Chemical Technology (ICT) in Mumbai, said here on Wednesday.
Basti, Mar 12 (UNI) A woman was killed by slitting her throat with a shovel by her husband in Lalganj area of Basti district here in Uttar Pradesh on Wednesday, a police officer said here.
Hyderabad, Mar 12 (UNI) Telangana Panchayat Raj, Women and Child Welfare Minister Dr. Danasari Anasuya Seethakka emphasised the importance of acting with awareness and understanding in every endeavour.
Hyderabad, Mar 12 (UNI) Hyderabad recorded 3.5 million sq ft in warehousing transactions in 2024, with 34 per cent of the total transactions attributed to the manufacturing sector, according to Knight Frank India''s latest report.
Bhubaneswar, Mar 12 (UNI) The Odisha Government has notified key amendments to the Odisha Town Planning and Improvement Trust (Planning and Building Standards) Rules, 2021, and the Odisha Development Authorities (Planning and Building Standards) Rules, 2020. to facilitate ease of doing business.
New Delhi, Mar 12 (UNI) The Opposition members in the Rajya Sabha on Wednesday yet again pressed for a discussion on alleged voters'' list discrepancy by suspending the scheduled business of the House.
Port Louis/New Delhi, Mar 12 (UNI) Prime Minister Narendra Modi offered prayers at the Ganga Talao in Mauritius today, and also poured holy water brought from the Triveni Sangam at the Maha Kumbh in Prayagraj.
Mumbai, Mar 12 (UNI) The Bombay High Court on Wednesday dismissed a plea filed by Dalit PhD student Ramadas K S last year challenging his suspension by the Tata Institute of Social Science (TISS) for alleged misconduct and anti-national activities.
Hyderabad, Mar 12 (UNI) NephroPlus, Asia’s largest dialysis care network, has achieved a Guinness World Record for the ‘Most Number of Sign-ups for a Health Screening Test in One Week,’ with 10,500 sign-ups from March 6 to 11, 2025.
Port Louis/New Delhi, Mar 12 (UNI) Prime Minister Narendra Modi left for home after a two-day visit to Mauritius, where he attended the National Day celebrations and also held talks with his Mauritian counterpart Navinchandra Ramgoolam.
Mumbai, Mar 12 (UNI)The Rupee on Wednesday ended flat at 87.20, rising one paisa against the US Dollar on selling of USD by bankers and importers, dealers at the Forex Market said.
Berlin, Mar 12 (UNI) Bayern Munich secured its place in the Champions League quarterfinals with a commanding 2-0 victory over Bayer Leverkusen, completing a 5-0 aggregate triumph.
California, Mar 12 (UNI) Ukrainian Elina Svitolina says she has received "love and support" from the US public during her run to the Indian Wells last eight.
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Moscow, Mar 12 (UNI) The Group of Twenty (G20) is a format that has proven its usefulness in political terms and can play a positive role in the formation of a multipolar world, Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov has said.
Hyderabad, Mar 12 (UNI) Telangana Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy emphasised the need to make Telangana globally competitive.
New Delhi, Mar 12 (UNI) Individual housing loans outstanding as on September 2024 stood at Rs 33.53 lakh crore, showing growth of 14% over the corresponding period of previous year, as per a National Housing Bank (NHB) report released on Wednesday.
Patna, Mar 12 (UNI) Bihar Rural Development Minister Shrawan Kumar said that 41822 houses of the scheme launched to provide houses to the homeless people were incomplete.
Mumbai, Mar 12 (UNI) Energy storage solutions provider AmpereHour Energy on Wednesday said it has secured USD 5 Million in series A funding from a clutch of investors led by Avaana Capital and the proceeds will be utilized to accelerate the implementation of advanced energy storage solutions, R&D and product development.
Port Louis/New Delhi, Mar 12 (UNI) India and Mauritius inked eight MoUs, including on the use of local currencies for trade, and on sharing of White Shipping information between their navies, following talks between PM Modi and his Mauritius counterpart Navin Ramgoolam in Port Louis.
Dungarpur, Mar 12 (UNI) Two persons were killed and four others injured when a private bus collided with a stationary truck on National Highway 48 in Dungarpur district of Rajasthan on Wednesday morning, police said.
Bengaluru, Mar 12 (UNI) The BJP and JDS legislators staged a protest in front of Mahatma Gandhi''s statue on Vidhana Soudha premises here on Wednesday, alleging that the ruling Congress government was misusing Karnataka’s tax revenue for political purposes.
Port Louis/New Delhi, Mar 12 (UNI) India and Mauritius decided to elevate their ties to Enhanced Strategic Partnership, and inked eight MoUs including in financial crime prevention, as Prime Minister Narendra Modi and his Mauritian counterpart Navinchandra Ramgoolam held bilateral talks in Port Louis today.
Moscow, Mar 12 (UNI) Russia''s Sever (North) group of forces has taken control of the settlements of Kazachya Loknya, 1-y Knyazhiy, 2-y Knyazhiy, Zamoste and Mirnyi in the Kursk Region in the past day, the Russian Defense Ministry said on Wednesday.
Port Louis/New Delhi, Mar 12 (UNI) Prime Minister Narendra Modi today expressed his gratitude on being conferred the Highest National Award of Mauritius, the Grand Commander of the Order of the Star and Key of the Indian Ocean.
Moscow, Mar 12 (UNI) The US Education Department has launched a reduction in force program that will affect nearly 50% of its employees, Education Secretary Linda McMahon said amid US President Donald Trump’s decision to close the department.
Washington, Mar 12 (UNI) US billionaire entrepreneur Elon Musk on Wednesday praised the results of the talks between US and Ukrainian delegations in the Saudi city of Jeddah.
Srinagar, Mar 12 (UNI) Jammu and Kashmir Police have booked six infamous drug peddlers under the Prevention of Illicit Traffic in Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances Act (PIT-NDPS Act) in Srinagar and lodged them in different jails.
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Port Louis/New Delhi, Mar 12 (UNI) Prime Minister Narendra Modi met with former Mauritius Prime Minister Pravind Jugnauth and Leader of Opposition Georges Pierre Lesjongard in Port Louis today.
New Delhi, Mar 12 (UNI) After it entered into an agreement with Elon Musk promoted SpaceX’s Starlink to offer highspeed broadband internet services in India, Sunil Mittal on Wednesday issued a statement saying “satellite technology” should be no different from existing technologies like 4G, 5G and 6G for telecom subscribers.
Moscow, Mar 12 (UNI) The European Commission announced on Wednesday retaliatory measures to new US tariffs that will affect goods worth about 18 billion euros ($19.6 billion) and will go into effect in mid-April.
Mumbai, Mar 12 (UNI) The Rupee on Wednesday gained 3 paise at 87.18 against the USD on selling US dollars by bankers and exporters, dealers at the Forex market said.
Washington/New Delhi, Mar 12 (UNI) US Vice President JD Vance will travel to India later this month alongside his wife Usha Vance, the Politico reported citing three sources familiar with the plans,This will mark the US Vice President’s second foreign trip since taking over in January. He had earlier travelled as vice president to France and Germany last month.
Mumbai/New Delhi, Mar 12 (UNI) A day after Airtel entered into an agreement with Elon Musk promoted SpaceX to bring Starlink’s highspeed broadband internet in India, Mukesh Ambani’s Reliance Jio also said it has entered into a similar agreement with SpaceX.
Moscow, Mar 12 (UNI) Russia does not rule out contact with the United States in the coming days, Foreign Ministry spokesperson Maria Zakharova said on Tuesday.
Washington, Mar 12 (UNI) The US House of Representatives on Tuesday passed a stopgap bill proposed by Republican lawmakers to fund the federal government until September 30 and to avoid a shutdown.
Washington, Mar 12 (UNI) US President Donald Trump said on Tuesday that Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy is invited back to the White House following a US-Ukraine meeting in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia.
Fatehabad, Mar 11 (UNI) Three friends died and three others were seriously injured when a speeding SUV collided with a divider near Bhuna of Haryana''s Fatehabad district town, police said on Tuesday.
New Delhi, March 11 (UNI) Stating that the law and order situation in strife-torn Manipur has improved, Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman on Tuesday said that the central government is extending all financial support for the economic recovery of the state.
Chandigarh, Mar 11 (UNI) Taking another leap in the field of digitalization, Punjab Assembly Speaker Kultar Singh Sandhwan on Tuesday launched the search engine for accessing state assembly debates in the presence of Aman Arora, Good Governance and Information Technology Minister, Harbhajan Singh, Power Minister, Ravjot Singh, Parliamentary Affairs Minister and MLA Gurinder Singh Garry Birring.
Port Louis/New Delhi, Mar 11 (UNI) Prime Minister Narendra Modi said today that if there is one country in the world that has a right on India, it is Mauritius, and there are no limits to the bilateral relationship.
Islamabad, Mar 11 (UNI) Former Pakistan captain Shahid Afridi has urged Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) Chairman Mohsin Naqvi to focus on a single role instead of managing multiple responsibilities.
Port Louis/New Delhi, Mar 11 (UNI) Prime Minister Narendra Modi, in his address to the Indian diaspora in Port Louis on Tuesday evening spoke to them at length in Bhojpuri.
Mumbai, Mar 11 (UNI) Sony LIV has officially released the trailer "Chamak 2: The Conclusion", promising an intense narrative packed with drama, music and vengeance.
Mumbai, Mar 11 (UNI) Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar announced in the Maharashtra Assembly on Tuesday that if a beer or liquor shop is to be opened in the commercial premises of housing societies in the state, a ''No Objection Certificate'' (NOC) from the concerned society will henceforth be mandatory, announced state.
Istanbul, Mar 11 (UNI) Turkish police detained 32 suspects on Tuesday, including officials from various municipalities in Istanbul, for allegedly financing a terrorist organization, authorities announced.
Srinagar, Mar 11 (UNI) With couple of inches of snow overnight and dense fog tested the patience of athletes on Tuesday as Army and Himachal display marvellous performance on the third day of Khelo India Winter Games (KIWG) being played at the ski resort of Gulmarg in north Kashmir’s Baramulla district.
Chandigarh, Mar 11 (UNI) The Punjab Government on Tuesday extended a warm civic reception to President of India Droupadi Murmu during her visit to the state.
Washington, Mar 11 (UNI) Israel and Lebanon, with mediation from the United States, have agreed to start negotiations to resolve border disputes, the Axios news portal reported on Tuesday, citing a White House official.
Moscow, Mar 11 (UNI) NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte said on Tuesday that he agreed with US President Donald Trump''s position on the Ukrainian conflict, stressing his efforts to organize peace negotiations in which both Russia and Ukraine will take part.
Kendrapara,Mar 11(UNI) As high as 505 dolphins were spotted during dolphin census -2025 at Rajnagar Mangrove wildlife division against a total population of 710 dolphins in OdishaAs per the dolphin census report, four types of dolphins were spotted during the enumeration drive carried out at Rajnagar Mangrove Wildlife Division for three days in January last.
Port Louis/New Delhi, Mar 11 (UNI) Prime Minister Narendra Modi is to be conferred with Mauritius’ highest civilian honour, the Grand Commander of the Star and Key of the Indian Ocean (GCSK).
New Delhi, Mar 11 (UNI) Lok Sabha MP Shashi Tharoor on Tuesday called for urgent actions to promote inclusion of disabled individuals into society, stressing the need to overhaul the outdated systems.
Kiev, Mar 11 (UNI) Kiev aims to discuss the launch of a peace process during talks with the United States, the Interfax-Ukraine news agency reported Tuesday, quoting Andriy Yermak, head of Ukraine''s presidential office.
Lucknow, Mar 11 (UNI) Uttar Pradesh Deputy Chief Minister Keshav Prasad Maurya has directed the officials concerned to complete the survey work of Awas Plus under the Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana (Rural)on time.
Melbourne, Mar 11 (UNI) To celebrate 150 years of the first-ever Test match between fierce rivals, a day and night Test will be played between Australia and England at the iconic MCG in the year 2027. The 150th anniversary celebration Test match in 2027 will have a distinctly modern feel, with Cricket Australia today confirming it will be the Australian men''s first under lights at the Melbourne Cricket Ground.
Jalgaon, Mar 11 (UNI) In a tragic incident, three migrant labourers were run over by an unidentified vehicle while sleeping near a bridge at Jalgaon Khurd village.
Lahore, Mar 11 (UNI) The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has lodged a formal protest against the International Cricket Council (ICC) for its failure to include its representative in the post-match ceremony of the Champions Trophy final.
Srinagar, Mar 11 (UNI) The Ministry of Home Affairs on Tuesday declared two Jammu and Kashmir-based groups, including the one headed by Kashmir Chief Cleric Mirwaiz Umar Farooq, as banned organisations for five years under the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act, 1967.
Mumbai, Mar 11 (UNI) The Lilavati Kritilal Mehta Medical Trust, which oversees city''s famous Lilavati Hospital, has initiated legal action against former trustees for alleged large scale financial embezzlement.
Bhubaneswar, Mar 11 (UNI) Amid pandemonium in Odisha Assembly during the day,Congress MLA Tara Prasad Bahinipati was suspended from the Assembly for seven days for his unruly and indecent behavior.
Thiruvananthapuram, Mar 11 (UNI) UST, a leading digital transformation solutions company, has won three prestigious awards at the KMA Sustainability Awards 2025.
Srinagar, Mar 11 (UNI) The Ministry of Home Affairs on Tuesday declared two Jammu and Kashmir-based groups, including the one headed by Miriwaz Umar Farooq as banned organisations for five years under the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act, 1967.
Vijayawada, Mar 11 (UNI) Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister Chandrababu Naidu, on Tuesday made it clear on the floor of the Assembly that violation of law and order by anyone will not be tolerated and anyone making any attempt to bother women will be taken to task.
Kurnool (AP), Mar 11 (UNI) In a ghastly road accident, five persons including a couple, were killed when two motorcycles on which they were going were knocked down by a Karnataka State RTC bus at Pandavagallu village in Adoni mandal of Kurnool district in AP on Tuesday.
New Delhi, Mar 11 (UNI) Telecom major Bharti Airtel on Tuesday said it has entered into an agreement with Elon Musk promoted SpaceX to bring Starlink’s high-speed internet services to its customers in India.
Port Louis/New Delhi, Mar 11 (UNI) Prime Minister Narendra Modi gifted a Banarasi silk saree in a Sadeli box to Mauritius First Lady Vrinda Gokhool, and gifted makhana, a traditional food from Bihar, to Mauritius President Dharambeer Gokhool, during their meeting in the State House in Port Louis today.
New Delhi, Mar 11 (UNI) The Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports on Monday revoked the suspension of the Wrestling Federation of India (WFI), restoring its recognition as the National Sports Federation (NSF) with immediate effect. The decision ensures Indian wrestlers’ participation in upcoming international events, including the 2026 Asian Games and the 2028 Olympics.
Mumbai, Mar 11 (UNI) The Rupee on Tuesday recovered 12 paise to close at 87.21 against the US Dollar on fresh selling of USD by bankers and importers, dealers at the Forex Market said.
Agartala, Mar 11 (UNI) A local court of Tripura’s Sepahijala district on Tuesday sent a 21-year-old youth to three days of police remand for allegedly committing sexual assault on a five-year-old girl in Sudhir Chandra Para under Killa-Burma ADC village of Jampuijala on February 18.
Patna, Mar 10 (UNI) The Bihar government announced the establishing of a Greenfield Airport in Begusarai district.
Sydney, Mar 11 (UNI) Arch-rivals Australia and England will play a historic one-off day-night Test match to commemorate the 150th anniversary of the first Test match.
New Delhi, Mar 11 (UNI) The Indian Home and Personal Care industry is looking at an investment of up to USD 2 billion to move from traditional fossils to renewable resources, a move that would provide a cost-effective and high-growth pathway for the sector.
Mumbai, Mar 11 (UNI) Khandoba Temple of Jejuri, which is one of the most prominent Hindu pilgrimage centres of Maharashtra managed by the Khandoba Temple Trust, has implemented a new dress code for devotees banning short clothes, officials said here on Tuesday.
Port Louis/New Delhi, Mar 11 (UNI) Prime Minister Narendra Modi received an enthusiastic welcome from the Indian community in Mauritius and was also treated to a performance of Geet Gawai, a rendition of traditional Bhojpuri songs, by the Indo-Mauritian community members on his arrival in Port Louis today.
Mumbai, Mar 11 (UNI) Get Set Learn (GSL), a future skills-focused learning startup has partnered with Harvard Business Publishing Education (HBP Education) to develop future-ready skills in K-12 education.
Moscow, Mar 11 (UNI) Russia''s air defense systems shot down 337 Ukrainian drones overnight, the Russian Ministry of Defense announced Tuesday on its Telegram channel.
Sydney, Mar 11 (UNI) Ex-Cyclone Alfred, which caused widespread power outage and floods in Australia''s states of Queensland and New South Wales (NSW), has exposed critical weaknesses in the country''s infrastructure, an expert has warned.
Bengaluru, Mar 11 (UNI) Union Minister and JD(S) leader HD Kumaraswamy on Tuesday launched a scathing attack on the Congress, accusing it of engaging in divisive politics and plundering Bengaluru under the guise of development.
Washington, Mar 11 (UNI) A judge in the United States District Court for the District of Columbia has ordered the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE), led by billionaire entrepreneur Elon Musk, to urgently release its internal documents, according to the court ruling.
Bhubaneswar, Mar 11 (UNI) Pandemonium broke out inside the Odisha Assembly as Opposition and treasury bench members engaged in a scuffle inside the well of the House, forcing Speaker Surama Padhy to adjourn the session at 11:03 AM until 12:10 PM.
New Delhi, Mar 11 (UNI) The Rs 65,000 crore Home & Personal Care Industry has pledged to focus on environmental sustainability, driven by consumer demand and a growing awareness of the environmental impact of products and packaging, leading to a shift towards eco-friendly ingredients, packaging and manufacturing process.
Mumbai, Mar 11 (UNI) The Rupee on Tuesday slightly improved by three paise at 87.30 against the USD on fresh selling of US dollars by bankers and exporters, dealers at the Forex Market said.
San Francisco, Mar 11 (UNI) Elon Musk''s X was inaccessible on Monday morning for thousands of users, including many in the United States.
Port Louis/New Delhi, Mar 11 (UNI) Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrived in Port Louis early on Tuesday morning, and was warmly greeted at the airport by Mauritius Prime Minister Navinchandra Ramgoolam, his wife Veena Ramgoolam, and a host of top officials of the government.
Moscow, Mar 11 (UNI) The Russian air defence has so far shot down 69 Ukrainian drones flying toward Moscow, Moscow Mayor Sergei Sobyanin said on Tuesday.
Port Louis/New Delhi, Mar 11 (UNI) Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrived in Mauritius early on Tuesday morning on a two-day visit, and was warmly welcomed at the airport by Mauritius Prime Minister Navinchandra Ramgoolam with a garland.
Hyderabad, Mar 10 (UNI) Telangana Revenue and Housing Minister Ponguleti Srinivasa Reddy has directed officials to promptly review applications received during the Gram Sabhas held in January for Indiramma Houses and initiate the beneficiary selection process without delay.
Hyderabad, Mar 10 (UNI) More than three months after he lost his 39- year--old mother and suffered critical injuries in a theatre stampede in Hyderabad during the "Pushpa-2 premier show, nine-year-old Sritej is neurologically not showing any further improvement in sensorium and is still unable to recognise family members or understand simple verbal commands.
Mumbai, Mar 10 (UNI) Maharashtra Social Justice Minister Sanjay Shirsat on Monday informed in the Legislative Council that the government is taking important steps to speed up the process of caste verification cases in the state.
New Delhi, Mar 10 (UNI) External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar today held productive talks with visiting Armenian counterpart Ararat Mirzoyan on the entire range of growing India-Armenia bilateral cooperation, including trade, and connectivity, besides others.
Mumbai, Mar 10 (UNI) IndusInd Bank Limited on Monday disclosed that an internal review of its derivative portfolio has revealed discrepancies in certain asset and liability accounts, leading to an estimated adverse impact of approximately 2.35 per cent on the bank’s net worth as of December 2024.
New Delhi, Mar 10 (UNI) Prime Minister Narendra Modi departed tonight on a two-day state visit to Mauritius, where he will attend the National Day celebrations as Chief Guest, besides holding talks with Mauritius PM Navinchandra Ramgoolam.
Kolkata, Mar 10 (UNI) West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee on Monday congratulated Justice Joymalya Bagchi on his elevation to the Supreme Court.
New Delhi, Mar 10 (UNI) The Indian Naval Ship (INS) Imphal made her maiden port call at Port Louis, Mauritius on Monday to participate in the 57th Mauritius National Day celebrations on March 12.
Port Louis/New Delhi, Mar 10 (UNI) Prime Minister Narendra Modi, who will be on a two-day state visit to Mauritius from tomorrow, will be welcomed by Mauritius Prime Minister Navinchandra Ramgoolam and his wife Veena Ramgoolam as well as several high dignitaries, including Deputy PM Paul Berenger, upon his arrival at the Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport.
Patna, Mar 10 (UNI) Under "Har Ghar Nal Ka Jal Scheme", 99.20 percent of the households in the urban and rural areas were being provided with clean drinking water in Bihar.
Chandigarh, Mar 10 (UNI) Punjab police have arrested music producer Pushpinder Dhaliwal, also known as Pinky Dhaliwal, in a case filed by renowned singer and actress Sunanda Sharma on multiple charges including financial exploitation and forgery, following the intervention of the state women''s commission.
Sambhal (UP), Mar 10 (UNI) A senior Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leader died after being injected with some poisonous substance by unidentified persons in Junabai area of Sambhal district here in Uttar Pradesh on Monday, police sources said here.
Hyderabad, Mar 10 (UNI) The Directorate of Industries, in collaboration with TReDS Platforms and the GEM Portal, on Monday organized a one-day workshop for Public Sector Undertakings (PSUs) and mega industries in Telangana.
Hyderabad, Mar 10 Telangana Police athletes delivered an outstanding performance at the 1st All India Police Kabaddi Cluster (Kabaddi, Kho-Kho, Fencing, Gymnastics) 2024-25, held in Jalandhar, Punjab, from March 2 to 6.
Visakhapatnam, Mar 10 (UNI) Blenders Pride Fashion Tour took over Visakhapatnam with an electrifying showcase that seamlessly merged fashion, technology, and entertainment.
New Delhi, Mar 10 (UNI) A Delhi court on Monday extended the Enforcement Directorate (ED) custody of Social Democratic Party of India (SDPI) National President MK Faizi by three days under the provisions of Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA).
New Delhi, Mar 10 (UNI) Ahead of his two-day state visit to Mauritius to attend the 57th National Day celebrations as Chief Guest, Prime Minister Narendra Modi today voiced confidence that his visit will open a new and bright chapter in the India and Mauritius relationship.
Hyderabad, Mar 10 (UNI) Biofactor, a leading agricultural biotechnology company, has signed an MoU with the School of Engineering Sciences & Technology, University of Hyderabad (UoH), to develop nanotechnology-driven solutions for sustainable farming.
Patna, Mar 10 (UNI) Taking serious note of the conduct of RJD MLA Lalit Yadav for pressurising him to take up his ( Yadav''s) question which had passed during the walkout staged by the opposition, Bihar Assembly Speaker Nand Kishor Yadav admonished him for his conduct saying that the house would function in accordance with its rules.
Lucknow, Mar 10 (UNI) Samajwadi Party (SP) president Akhilesh Yadav on Monday alleged that the poor and the weaker sections are facing injustice in the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) government.
Hyderabad, Mar 10 (UNI) The nomination process for the MLC elections under the MLA quota in Telangana has concluded, with five candidates filing their papers, signaling a likely unopposed election.
Hyderabad, Mar 10 (UNI) Bharat Rashtra Samithi (BRS) Working President K T Rama Rao (KTR) launched a sharp attack on Telangana Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy, accusing him of acting as a covert agent for the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) and failing to address key state issues, including Backward Class (BC) reservations.
New Delhi, Mar 10 (UNI) The Union government on Monday appointed justice Joymalya Bagchi as a judge of the Supreme Court.
Thiruvananthapuram, Mar 10 (UNI) Technopark-based Testhouse, a global leader in quality engineering solutions, celebrated its silver jubilee with a grand event here, launching a new brand identity of the company and unveiling ambitious plans for its future growth trajectory.
Patna, Mar 10 (UNI) Creating noise and shouting slogans against the government in the Well of the Bihar assembly on the issues related to providing Rs 2 lakh to every 94 lakh poor families identified during the caste survey, the opposition staged walkout from the lower house.
Hyderabad, Mar 10 (UNI) Bharat Rashtra Samithi (BRS) Working President KT Rama Rao (KTR) has accused Telangana Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy of orchestrating a massive Transferable Development Rights (TDR) scam worth thousands of crores.
Florida, Mar 10 (UNI) Russell Henley chipped in for an eagle with two holes to play to pip Collin Morikawa to the biggest title of his career at the Arnold Palmer Invitational.
Mumbai, Mar 10 (UNI) Erasing gains, the Rupee on Monday dropped 46 paise to close at 87.33, a one-month-low following oscillation in crude oil prices amid uncertainties tariff policy, dealers at the Forex Market said.
Wellington/New Delhi, Mar 10 (UNI) New Zealand Prime Minister Christopher Luxon has said that trade will play a central role in his discussions with Prime Minister Narendra Modi during his upcoming India trip, including talks on securing a free trade deal.
Seoul, Mar 10 (UNI) The South Korean Air Force on Monday confirmed that a pilot error caused the accidental dropping of artillery bombs in a civilian area, the Yonhap new agency reported.
Srinagar, Mar 10 (UNI) Police on Monday foiled a march of Jammu and Kashmir Casual and Daily Wagers Form (JKCDF) to Chief Minister''s house at Gupkar Road by detaining several members in Srinagar.
Bhubaneswar, Mar 10 (UNI) The Odisha Assembly witnessed an uproar as Opposition BJD members stalled proceedings over a controversial remark made by BJP MLA Jayanarayan Mishra, while Congress members protested against rising atrocities against women in the state.
Manchester, Mar 10 (UNI) Thousands of Manchester United fans joined the biggest protest against the club''s ownership since Sir Jim Ratcliffe took a near 30% stake last year before Sunday''s Premier League fixture against Arsenal.
Manila, Mar 10 (UNI) Two suspected rebels were killed in a clash with government troops in Negros Occidental province in central Philippines, the Philippine armed forces said Monday.
Bengaluru, Mar 10 (UNI) Karnataka Home Minister G Parameshwara on Monday confirmed the arrest of all three accused in connection with the Hampi gangrape case, stating that the third suspect, who was absconding, was traced in Tamil Nadu and apprehended.
New Delhi, Mar 10 (UNI) Leader of the Opposition in Lok Sabha, Rahul Gandhi, on Monday raised the issue of the voters’ list in the Lok Sabha and called for a discussion on the matter.
Moscow, Mar 10 (UNI) Europe overtook the Middle East as the largest importer of weapons from the United States from 2020-2024, claiming this title for the first time in two decades, the Stockholm International Peace Research Institute (SIPRI) said on Monday.
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Sydney, Mar 10 (UNI) An Australian study has revealed significant weaknesses in the country''s tobacco control laws have left children exposed to tobacco retailing.
Mumbai, Mar 10 (UNI) Poonawalla Fincorp Limited (PFL), a Cyrus Poonawalla Group-promoted NBFC arm, has launched an education loan business focusing on students pursuing higher education in international universities.
Chandigarh, Mar 10 (UNI) Two persons were killed, and 11 others were injured when a private tourist bus collided with a bricks-laden tractor trolley near Kala Bakra on Jalandhar - Pathankot national highway, police said on Monday.
Mumbai, Mar 10 (UNI) The Rupee on Monday dropped 36 paise at 87.23 against USD on brisk demand for US dollars by bankers and importers, dealers at the Forex market said.
London, Mar 10 (UNI) The United Kingdom is advising Ukraine on holding talks with the United States in Saudi Arabia to avoid a new row between the Ukrainian and US sides, British newspaper The Times reported.
Moscow, Mar 10 (UNI) Russian forces have regained control of three settlements in the Kursk region, the Defence Ministry said Sunday.
Shillong, Mar 9 (UNI) An accused in a theft case in Meghalaya who was on the run for more than four years after escaping from lawful custody ran out of luck after Kerala Police tracked him, police said on Sunday.
United Nations, Mar 9 (UNI) Iran is ready to discuss concerns regarding the possible militarization of its peaceful nuclear program, but not ideas aimed at dismantling it, the country''s permanent mission to the United Nations said on Sunday.
Tirupati Mar 9 (UNI) Renowned classical musician, vocalist, and composer, Garimella Balakrishna Prasad passed away here on Sunday.
Hyderabad, Mar 9 (UNI) Telangana Revenue, Housing, and Information and Public Relations Minister Ponguleti Srinivasa Reddy has directed district collectors to expedite the implementation of the state government''s ambitious Indiramma Indla scheme.
Washington, Mar 9 (UNI) President Donald Trump has signed an executive order establishing a White House task force for the 2026 World Cup that will oversee preparations for the high-profile tournament.
Chandigarh, Mar 9 (UNI) Punjab police have arrested music producer Pinky Dhaliwal, on the direction of Women''s commission Chairperson Raj Lali Gill.
Aizawl, Mar 9 (UNI) A Belgian journalist arrested at Lengpui Airport near Aizawl on Thursday remains in judicial custody after being charged under the Foreigners Act, 1946, and the Arms Act, 1959, for possession of two empty cartridges, including one from an AK-47 assault rifle, police said on Sunday.
Jaipur, Mar 9 (UNI) Rajasthan Chief Minister Bhajan Lal Sharma has emphasised the swift implementation of MoUs signed during the ‘Rising Rajasthan’ Global Investment Summit 2024, ensuring that investment commitments materialise effectively.
Washington, Mar 9 (UNI) An armed adult man was shot by US Secret Service personnel on Sunday morning outside the White House, according to authorities.
Srinagar, Mar 9 (UNI) Police have attached a four-storey shopping complex and land of a notorious drug peddler under the NDPS Act in Jammu Kashmir’s Budgam district.
Bengaluru, March 9 (UNI) In a significant boost to India''s defence manufacturing sector, the first rear fuselage for the Light Combat Aircraft (LCA) Mk1A, produced by an Indian private company, was handed over to Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) here on Sunday.
Hyderabad, Mar 9 (UNI) Telangana Chief Minister is introducing several new schemes aimed at women’s empowerment, ensuring greater opportunities for women across all fields, said Dr Harish, Special Commissioner of the Information and Public Relations Department.
Washington, Mar 9 (UNI) US billionaire entrepreneur Elon Musk said on Sunday that the Starlink satellite internet system is the backbone of the Ukrainian military, warning that if he decided to disable it, Ukraine’s frontline would collapse.
Agartala, Mar 9 (UNI) BJP National President and Union Health Minister J P Nadda announced two new schemes for girls.
(rpt correcting dateline)Kolkata, Mar 9 (UNI) Two Trinamool Congress (TMC) activists, including the ruling party''s trade union leader Vikash Singh, have been wounded in a shootout at Belgharia, the outskirts of this city in North 24 Parganas, on Saturday night, official sources said on Sunday.
Kolkata, Feb 9 (UNI) Two Trinamool Congress (TMC) activists, including the ruling party''s trade union leader Vikash Singh, have been wounded in a shootout at Belgharia, the outskirts of this city in North 24 Parganas, on Saturday night, official sources said on Sunday.
Moscow, Mar 9 (UNI) Russian air defences destroyed and intercepted 88 Ukrainian drones over the Russian territory overnight, the Russian Defence Ministry said on Sunday.
Adilabad (Telangana), Mar 9 (UNI) Two people were killed and 10 others injured when a private travel bus collided with a stationary lorry at Jandapur X Road in the early hours of Sunday.
Beijing, Mar 9 (UNI) The Chinese, Iranian and Russian navies will conduct a joint exercise in March, China''s Ministry of National Defence announced on Sunday.
Tripoli, Mar 9 (UNI) Hanna Serwaa Tetteh, UN secretary-general''s special representative for Libya and head of the UN Support Mission in Libya (UNSMIL), called on Saturday for advancing the status of women and girls in Libya.
Moscow, Mar 9 (UNI) The United States insists on softening the wording regarding Russia in the communique following the upcoming meeting of G7 foreign ministers, Bloomberg reported, citing sources.
Moscow, Mar 9 (UNI) Temporary restrictions have been introduced at the Volgograd International Airport, Russian Federal Air Transport Agency (Rosaviatsiya) spokesman Artem Korenyako said on Saturday.
Kasaragod, Mar 8 (UNI) A 92-year-old man died of suspected sun stroke (heat stroke) at Muzhakkom in Kayyur-Cheemeni grama panchayat in the district on Saturday, as the state experiences severe heat.
Dhule, Mar 8 (UNI) Superintendent of Police Shrikant Dhivare on Saturday suspended Police Inspector Kantilal Patil for allegedly beating people who came to lodge a complaint at the Shirpur city police station of the district.
Kozhikode, Mar 8 (UNI) A drug-peddler died on Saturday while undergoing treatment at Kozhikode Medical College hospital after swallowing two packets of MDMA tablets in an attempt to flee from police custody.
New Delhi, Mar 8 (UNI) Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s March 11-12 visit to Mauritius to attend the National Day celebrations as the Chief Guest is a very timely visit and will enable both sides to take stock of bilateral ties and provide orientation to engagement in the coming months and years, Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri said today.
Visakhapatnam, Mar 8 (UNI)Hindustan Shipyard Ltd (HSL) celebrated International Women''s Day 2025 here on Saturday with all its women employees.
Chhapra , Mar 8 (UNI) Founder of "Jan Suraaj" Prashant Kishor on Saturday alleged that RJD President Lalu Prasad Yadav and Chief Minister Nitish Kumar pushed Bihar into casteism during the last 35 years.
New Delhi, Mar 8 (UNI) The Congress on Saturday slammed Prime Minister Narendra Modi accusing him of "surrendering India’s national and strategic interests to the United States".
New Delhi, Mar 8 (UNI) Amid President Donald Trump’s claim that India has agreed to lower tariffs on US goods “because somebody is finally exposing them”, sources said today that India has reduced tariffs significantly for key developed countries as part of FTAs, and similar negotiations are currently on with the EU and UK, as also with the United States as part of a trade deal.
Hyderabad, Mar 8 (UNI) Sabyasachi Ghosh, Special Chief Secretary to the Government of Telangana, along with the Director of Animal Husbandry, Director of Fisheries, and MD of Vijaya Dairy, met Union Minister for Animal Husbandry, Fisheries, Dairy Development, and Panchayati Raj, Rajiv Ranjan Singh, here on Saturday to discuss the ongoing activities of the department and seek central assistance.
Hyderabad, Mar 8 (UNI) Rohan Sachdev, Managing Partner, EY India said on Saturday that there are about 7000 start ups, 51 incubation Centres and around 300 investors in Hyderabad and the state has emerged as an innovation hub in recent times.
New Delhi, Mar 8 (UNI) India and Australia agreed to strengthen their partnership under the Comprehensive Strategic Partnership, focusing on mutual dedication to regional security and defence cooperation.
Srinagar, Mar 8 (UNI) The State Investigation Agency (SIA), of Jammu and Kashmir Police filed a charge sheet against a social media user, accused of spreading secessionist ideology.
Hyderabad, Mar 8 (UNI) A two-day R&D Showcase, showcasing Research Projects with a theme Tech for sustainable futures, began at IIIT Hyderabad here on Saturday.
Bhubaneswar, Mar 8 (UNI) Cold, dry and strong wind blowing from the Himalayan region had caused a drop in night temperature in Odisha over the last three days providing a wintry feeling.
Chennai, Mar 8 (UNI) On the occasion of International Women''s Day, Dr. Suneeta Reddy, Managing Director, Apollo Hospitals, called for creating a truly equitable and inclusive environments for women, while emphasising that empowering the next gen was paramount.
Vijayawada/New Delhi, Mar 8 (UNI) Andhra Pradesh Minister for IT, Electronics, Education and Human Resources, Nara Lokesh has made it clear that the state government is working with industries to build Center of Excellence (CoE) to shape the curriculum, from language arts to humanities.
Chennai, Mar 8 (UNI) On the occasion of International Women''s Day (IWD), Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M.K.Stalin on Saturday emphasized the need to eliminate patriarchal attitudes and ensure respect and equal opportunities for women in all spheres of life.
Bhubaneswar, Mar 8 (UNI) Senior Congress leader and former Union Minister Srikant Jena has demanded the suspension of all Gram Sabha meetings related to mining and environmental approvals until the Panchayats (Extension to Scheduled Areas) Act (PESA) is fully implemented in Odisha.
New Delhi, Mar 8 (UNI) Truck rentals remained lacklustre in February 2025 due to lower demand from the infrastructure sector, a monthly bulletin released by Shriram Finance said on Saturday.
Hyderabad, Mar 8 (UNI) The Enforcement Directorate (ED) has seized a private jet, worth about Rs 14 crore at Rajiv Gandhi International Airport (RGIA) in Shamshabad near here, owned by Amardeep Kumar, the prime accused in the Rs 850 crore Falcon Scam.
New Delhi, Mar 8 (UNI) Truck rentals remained lacklustre in February 2025 due to lower demand from the infrastructure sector, a monthly bulletin released by Sriram Finance said on Saturday.
Hyderabad, Mar 8 (UNI) NephroPlus, Asia’s Largest Dialysis Care Network said it will conduct a comprehensive research study utilizing data collected during the three-day large-scale kidney screening campaign conducted across 20+ cities in the country from March 6 on the occasion of World Kidney Day on March 13.
Chhapra , Mar 8 (UNI) Officer-in-charge of Mufassil police station Vishal Anand has been suspended with immediate effect on charges of demanding bribe to extend favour during investigation of a case in Saran district of Bihar.
Washington, Mar 8 (UNI) U.S. President Donald Trump vowed to lend policy support to the cryptocurrency industry and other digital assets at a Friday meeting at the White House.
Islamabad (Pakistan), Mar 8 (UNI) Unidentified armed men gunned down Mufti Shah Mir, a leading religious scholar of Balochistan, in Turbat town of Kech, late on Friday night, police said.
Beirut, Mar 8 (UNI) The Lebanese army''s Directorate of Guidance stated on Friday that the Israeli forces continued its "blatant violation" of Lebanon''s sovereignty by "facilitating the entry of settlers to visit an alleged religious site" in southern Lebanon.
Moscow, Mar 8 (UNI) This past night, Russian air defenses destroyed and intercepted 31 Ukrainian drones, the Russian Defense Ministry said in a statement.
Washington, Mar 8 (UNI) A US convicted murderer was executed on Friday by firing squad, the first such execution in 15 years, South Carolina authorities have confirmed.
Bengaluru, Mar 8 (UNI) Former Vice President M Venkaiah Naidu on Friday underscored the economic benefits of holding simultaneous elections, stating that "frequent polls cost the nation Rs 4.7 lakh crore and that conducting them together could save approximately 1.5% of GDP."Delivering a speech on ''One Nation One Election" topic, Naidu pointed out that the cost of Lok Sabha elections had escalated to Rs 1.35 lakh crore in 2024 from Rs 55,000 crore in 2019. "Frequent elections disrupt governance, divert resources, and encourage populist measures, burdening the economy. A well-structured electoral system will strengthen governance and foster economic growth," he asserted.
Washington, Mar 7 (UNI) US President Donald Trump on Friday threatened new sanctions on Russia, including on its banking sector, in response to Moscow’s continued bombardment of Ukraine, a significant warning as he seeks to end the conflict, media reports said.
Patna, Mar 7 (UNI) Bihar Health Minister Mangal Pandey said that under the Ayushman Scheme, a free treatment facility worth Rs 2292 crore has been provided in the state.
Malappuram, Mar 7 (UNI) A 49-year-old autorickshaw driver, Abdul Latheef, collapsed and died at a hospital after a physical altercation with private bus staff over a passenger pickup dispute at Othukkungal near Kottakkal on Friday.
Agartala, Mar 7 (UNI) Tripura Chief Minister Dr Manik Saha on Friday said the state government has given special emphasis on strengthening the Panchayatraj system.
Hyderabad, Mar 7 (UNI) The Telangana Crime Investigation Department (CID) has arrested another accused in connection with the Rs 95 crore GBR cryptocurrency fraud case.
New Delhi, Mar 7 (UNI) India and Bangladesh held the 86th meeting of the Joint Committee constituted to oversee implementation of the bilateral Ganga Water Treaty between the two nations that was held on March 6 in Kolkata.
Imphal, Mar 7 (UNI) The Manipur Government has arranged state bus service under Central Armed Police Force (CAPF) escort in some troubled routes to alleviate public inconveniences towards bringing normalcy in the state, a top official said on Friday.
Chennai, Mar 7 (UNI) In a major haul, the Enforcement Bureau CID (EB-CID), Tamil Nadu, on Friday seized 1,755 litres of spurious Goa liquor from a lorrynear Tiruppur district and two people were arrested in this connection.
New Delhi, Mar 7 (UNI) BJP leader and Supreme Court Advocate Ajay Agrawal today said he has spoken to Michael Hershman, a US-based private investigator, regarding his claim about possessing "new information" in relation to the 35-year-old Bofors Gun deal scam.
Chennai, Mar 7 (UNI) Expressing deep concern over the continuing and unabatedarrests of Tamil Nadu fishermen by the Sri Lankan Navy, Chief Minister M K Stalinon Friday evening shot off an urgent letter to External Affairs Minister (EAM) Dr.S.Jaishankar urging him to use all the diplomatic routes to secure their immediate release and their boats.
Chennai, Mar 7 (UNI) Four people were killed and 28 others injured, in a collision involving a Tamil Nadu State Transport Corporation (TNSTC) and a tipper lorry at Peerakuppam Madura KG Kandigai village near Tiruttani in the neighbouring Tiruvallur district on Friday afternoon, even as Chief Minister M K Stalin announced solatium to the deceased families and the injured.
Beirut, Mar 7 (UNI) A group of Israeli settlers on Friday entered a tomb in southern Lebanon, which they claimed belongs to a rabbi, the Lebanese state-run National News Agency (NNA) reported.
New Delhi, Mar 7 (UNI) Prime Minister Narendra Modi will be paying a State Visit to Mauritius to attend the National Day celebrations on March 12 as the Chief Guest.
Aizawl, Mar 7 (UNI) In what is being described as the largest crystal methamphetamine seizure in Mizoram’s history, Excise and Narcotics Department officials, in collaboration with the Narcotics Control Bureau (NCB), have confiscated 48.061 kg of the illicit drug during a late-night operation at Khatla, Aizawlon Thursday.
Bhubaneswar, Mar 7 (UNI) As many as 1,000 Nepali students out of 1,100 have returned to KIIT-DU to resume their academic pursuits after temporarily leaving the campus in the wake of the February 16 incident, an official release from the university said on Friday.
New Delhi, Mar 7 (UNI) India said today it is working closely with the US government to complete the necessary formalities to allow for the extradition to India of 26/11 Mumbai attack accused, Tahawwur Rana.
Kolkata, Mar 7 (UNI) AbhiBus (ixigo bus business), is now facilitating bookings for India’s first women-only intercity bus service, launched by YoloBus.
Itanagar, Mar 7 (UNI) The Arunachal Pradesh Assembly on Friday engaged in a comprehensive discussion on the Report on the Roadmap of the Education Scenario of the State, a day after Education Minister Pasang Dorjee Sona tabled the report in the House.
Srinagar, Mar 7 (UNI) Jammu and Kashmir police on Friday booked six individuals in Budgam district of central Kashmir for creating fake accounts and allegedly sharing content that glorified terrorism Police said the action was taken to prevent the misuse of social media platforms which had the potential to disturb public peace and incite disruptive activities.
Bengaluru, Mar 7 (UNI) A special economic offences court here on Friday granted the Directorate of Revenue Intelligence (DRI) a three-day custody of Sandalwood actress Ranya Rao, who was arrested for smuggling 14.8 kg of gold from Dubai.
Srinagar, Mar 7 (UNI) Jammu and Kashmir Police have booked two infamous drug peddlers under the Illicit Traffic in Narcotics Drugs and Psychotropic Substances Act (PIT-NDPS) Act in Srinagar.
Mumbai, Mar 7 (UNI) Erasing losses, the Rupee on Friday posted gains of 25 paise to close at 86.87against USD on the selling of fresh US Dollars by bankers and importers, dealers at the Forex Market said.
New Delhi, Mar 7 (UNI) India and the US are in the process of advancing discussions on a multi-sector Bilateral Trade Agreement to strengthen two-way trade across all sectors, the Ministry of External Affairs said today.
Patna, Mar 7 (UNI) Visibly irked Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar, pointing towards MLC and former Chief Minister Rabri Devi, said that when her husband (Lalu Prasad Yadav, the then Chief Minister) went to jail he made his wife the CM.
Chennai, Mar 7 (UNI) Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M.K.Stalin on Friday wrote to various State Chief Ministers and former CMs regarding the proposed delimitation exercise by the Union Government based on population and sought their formal consent and to nominate one senior representative from their party to the Joint Action Committee (JAC)tobe formed to carry forward the battle and to create an awareness among the people.
Khammam (Telangana), Mar 7 (UNI) Telangana Revenue and Housing Minister Ponguleti Srinivasa Reddy on Friday announced that the state government will launch a program next week to provide 3,500 Indiramma houses across various constituencies.
Thiruvananthapurm, Mar 7 (UNI) Mr Shaik Khader Rahman, IRS, has assumed Charge as Chief Commissioner of Central Tax, Central Excise and Customs, Thiruvananthapuram Zone.
Bhubaneswar, Mar 7 (UNI) The Opposition in the Odisha Assembly on Friday stalled proceedings in protest against what they termed as “disrespect” to legendary leader Biju Babu, forcing Speaker Surama Padhy to adjourn the House twice, ultimately until 4 PM.
Kiev, Mar 7 (UNI) Russia launched another large-scale attack on Ukraine''s energy system overnight Friday, Ukrainian Energy Minister German Galushchenko said on Facebook.
Chennai, Mar 7 (UNI) The Indian Institute of Technology-Madras (IIT-M) has signed MoUs with Industry and other Higher Education Institutes to offer employability-focussed courses on Swayam Plus.
Bengaluru, Mar 7 (UNI) Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah appears to be drawing inspiration former Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal’s governance model, as reflected in the state budget for 2025 presented on Friday.
Bengaluru, Mar 7 (UNI) Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah appears to be drawing inspiration from Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal’s governance model, as reflected in the state budget for 2025 presented on Friday.
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Bhubaneswar, Mar 7 (UNI) The Odisha Assembly on Friday witnessed a ruckus as Opposition parties, the BJD and Congress, vehemently protested against the state government’s decision to change the date of Panchayati Raj Diwas, which they claimed disrespected Biju Babu.
Bengaluru, Mar 7 (UNI) Presenting the state budget for 2025, Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah on Friday announced a 4% reservation for Muslims in government tenders and contracts, aiming to promote economic inclusion and ensure equitable business opportunities for minorities.
Mumbai, Mar 7 (UNI) The Rupee on Friday slipped six paise at 87.17 against USD on rising demand for US Dollar by bankers and importers, dealers at the Forex Market said.
Moscow, Mar 7 (UNI) Moscow hopes Belgrade will withdraw its vote on anti-Russian resolutions at the UN, Russian Foreign Ministry spokeswoman Maria Zakharova said.
Moscow, Mar 7 (UNI) Russia would view the potential deployment of European troops to Ukraine as direct NATO involvement in the conflict, Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov said on Thursday.
Kolhapur, Mar 6 (UNI) The Maharashtra government is trying to get world heritage status for 12 historic forts of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj, said Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis on Thursday.
Chandigarh, Mar 6 (UNI) In a major breakthrough Counter Intelligence (CI) Pathankot of Punjab Police has busted an illegal arms smuggling module with the arrest of its two members and recovered four pistols along with ammunition, said DGP Punjab Gaurav Yadav here on Thursday.
Mumbai, Mar 6 (UNI)Senior Congress leader and Leader of Opposition in the Lok Sabha, Rahul Gandhi, on Thursday visited Dharavi in central Mumbai, where he interacted mainly with leather industry workers.
Hyderabad, Mar 6 (UNI) On the occasion of International Women''s Day, the Centre for Spine and Sports Health (CSSH), a unit of nSure Healthy Spine, on Thursday said it has launched ‘Her Healthy Spine,’ a first-of-its-kind preventive spine health program exclusively for women.
Mumbai, Mar 6 (UNI) To address issues faced by teachers and non-teaching staff, the Maharashtra School Education Department is working towards making its operations more online, stated School Education Minister Dadaji Bhuse in the Legislative Council on Thursday.Bhuse made the statement in response to a question raised by Council Member Abhijit Vanjari, Members Jayant Asgaonkar, Dnyaneshwar Mhatre, and Sudhakar Adbale also participated in the discussion.While responding, Minister Bhuse emphasised that selecting an NPS or DCPS (Defined Contribution Pension Scheme) account and obtaining its number is mandatory for disbursing the pending instalments of teachers. The department is making efforts to ensure various tasks related to the School Education Department are completed on time.He further assured that soon, positive changes will be visible in the department''s operations. UNI VKB XC SSP.
Tirunelveli (Tamil Nadu), Mar 6 (UNI) A lower court in Tirunelveli awarded the death penalty to a 40-year-old man, who was the prime accused in a murder case, and sentenced four others to life sentences on Thursday.
Jammu, Mar 6 (UNI) Union Tourism Minister Gajendra Singh Shekhawat, along with Jammu and Kashmir Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha, will be attending the three-day Golden Jubilee celebrations commemorating 50 years of the Amar Mahal Museum in Jammu starting from tomorrow.
Sydney, Mar 6 (UNI) A teenage boy was arrested after entering a commercial flight with a firearm in Australia''s state of Victoria on Thursday.
Moscow, Mar 6 (UNI) Russia would view the potential deployment of European troops to Ukraine as direct NATO involvement in the conflict, Moscow said on Thursday.
Beijing, Mar 6 (UNI) China firmly opposes the groundless accusations made by the United States and urges the U.S. to immediately stop its wrongdoing of abusing sanctions, foreign ministry spokesperson Lin Jian said on Thursday.
Srinagar, Mar 6 (UNI) A Court in Jammu and Kashmir’s Kupwara district has convicted two persons for causing public nuisance and awarded community service as punishment.
Jammu, Mar 6 (UNI) Jammu and Kashmir Transport Commissioner, Vishesh Paul Mahajan, on Thursday issued a notice directing all school authorities to ensure the installation of CCTV cameras in school buses for enhanced student safety by March 31, 2025.
Sydney, Mar 6 (UNI) Australia''s New South Wales (NSW) State Emergency Service issued emergency evacuation warnings on Thursday as tropical cyclone Alfred edges closer to the country''s east coast.
Jammu, Mar 6 (UNI) The Central Bureau of Investigation on Thursday arrested the accused Section Officer of the Sheep and Husbandry and Fisheries Section, Agriculture Production Department, Civil Secretariat, Govt. of J&K, Jammu for demanding and accepting a bribe of Rs 50,000 from the complainant through UPI transaction.
Srinagar, Mar 6 (UNI) The Food Safety department (FSD) Anantnag on Thursday seized 150 Kgs of suspected dates and procured various samples for detailed analysis, an official spokesman said.
Sydney, Mar 6 (UNI) Australian scientists have identified the oldest known meteorite impact crater on Earth, a discovery that could greatly reshape the understanding of the planet''s formation and the origins of life.
Jakarta, Mar 6 (UNI) The Indonesian Ministry of Environment and Forestry inspected upstream areas of rivers in West Java province on Thursday and uncovered alleged violations of environmental laws, which are believed to have contributed to recent flooding in Jakarta and surrounding areas over the past two days.
Hyderabad, Mar 6 (UNI)On the occasion of International Women''s Day, Airtel Payments Bank on Thursday celebrated the pivotal role women play in expanding financial access, particularly through the remarkable work of women business correspondents (BCs) who are bridging the gap between banking and underserved communities.
Patna, Mar 6 (UNI) Accusing RJD Chief Lalu Prasad Yadav of indulging in cheap entertainment during the 15 years of Lallu-Rabri husband-wife duo regime, Bihar Deputy Chief Minister Samrat Chaudhary alleged that Yadav was never keen for Bihar''s development which actually progressed under the Chief Ministership of Nitish Kumar whose regime saw 11 percent hike in the per capita income.
Hyderabad, Mar 6 (UNI) Telangana Roads and Buildings and Cinematography Minister Komatireddy Venkat Reddy inaugurated the State Guest House on the premises of Praja Bhavan in Begumpet.
Mumbai, Mar 6 (UNI) Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde on Thursday gave an assurance in the Maharashtra Assembly that a meeting will be held with the public representatives for rapid redevelopment of dangerous, old and dilapidated cessed buildings in Mumbai city and redevelopment of these buildings will be accelerated by removing the obstacles in it.
Srinagar, Mar 6 (UNI) A ‘Zero FIR’ was registered against the accused in Awantipora police station of Jammu and Kashmir in a cheating case on Thursday.
Vijayawada, Mar 6 (UNI) As the world commemorates International Women’s Day on March 8th, the HELP and VIMUKTHI demanded justice for the sex workers in the state.
Srinagar, Mar 6 (UNI) Police have detained two notorious drug peddlers under Prevention of Illicit Traffic in Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances (PIT NDPS) Act, after obtaining orders from the competent authority in Jammu Kashmir’s Ganderbal district.
Mumbai, Mar 6 (UNI) Days after resignation of senior NCP leader Dhananjay Munde from the state Cabinet following his links with prime accused Walmik Karad in the Beed sarpanch murder case, Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar advised his party members to be cautious about their political associations, a senior party leader said here on Thursday.
Mumbai, Mar 6 (UNI) The Rupee on Thursday was seen weak, tumbling down 14 paise to close at 87.11 against USD on rising demand for the US Dollar by bankers and exporters amid a rebounding equity market, dealers at the Forex Market said.
Bhubaneswar, Mar 6 (UNI) East Coast Railway (ECoR) has initiated safety fencing projects in various railway sections across its jurisdiction.
Hyderabad, Mar 6 (UNI) The Telangana Cyber Security Bureau (TGCSB) has busted a fake call centre with the arrest of sixty-three individuals at Hitech city here.
Kolkata, Mar 6 (UNI) Rungta Eco Extrusions, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Rungta Greentech Ltd, has launched its state-of-the-art manufacturing facility at Howrah, marking a significant step towards sustainability in the plastics sector.
Seoul, Mar 6 (UNI) South Korea''s acting defense minister, Kim Seon-ho, said on Thursday that military exercises in the city of Pocheon, north of Seoul, would be suspended pending results of an inquiry into the accidental dropping of artillery bombs by South Korean fighter jets in a civilian area, Yonhap news agency reported.
Belagavi (Karnataka) , Mar 6 (UNI) Magellan Aerospace Corporation and Aequs Private Limited have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to explore the establishment of 50/50 jointly-owned aerospace sand casting facility in the Belagavi Aerospace Cluster (BAC).
Thiruvananthapuram, Mar 6 (UNI) Kerala’s promising startups will get a huge opportunity to enter the European market with Kerala Startup Mission (KSUM) inking a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Hub.Brussels, the regional agency for economic development in Belgium, to foster cross-border startup ecosystem development.
New Delhi, Mar 6 (UNI) The Supreme Court has ruled that preventive detention orders must reflect an independent application of mind by the detaining authority and cannot be issued based solely on a casual reference to material placed before it.
Jammu, Mar 6 (UNI) Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Thursday stated that the government is planning to develop Bungus as an off-beat destination and that funds for providing some basic facilities for tourists have been allocated but the utilization of funds is linked to the forest clearance being granted, which is important for planned development of the area.
Thoothukudi, Mar 6 (UNI) A special police team shot a history-sheeter, a key-accused in the brutal murder of a septuagenarian woman and her daughter in the leg, when he tried to escape by attacking a sub-inspector of police with a sickle at Vaippar River basin at Ayan Vadamalapuram in Thoothudi district of Tamil Nadu on Thursday.
Hyderabad, Mar 6 (UNI) Accusing Chief Minister Revanth Reddy and several Ministers of prioritizing their commissions over workers'' safety, leading to the tragic SLBC tunnel disaster,BRS working President K T Rama Rao (KTR) on Thursday alleged that despite having two reports warning about the dangers of the site, the government continued tunnel operations for its selfish gains, ultimately claiming eight lives.
Eluru (AP), Mar 6 (UNI) In all four people, including two women, were killed and 16 injured when a private travel bus collided with a lorry at Chodimella village here on Thursday.
Bengaluru, Mar 6 (UNI) The BJP on Thursday staged a largescale protest at Freedom Park here, alleging that the Congress government in Karnataka had misused funds allocated under the Special Component Plan (SCP) and Tribal Sub-Plan (TSP) meant for the welfare of Scheduled Castes (SCs) and Scheduled Tribes (STs).
Dubai, Mar 6 (UNI) Bangladesh veteran Mushfiqur Rahim called an end to his One-Day International career on Wednesday.
Munich, Mar 6 (UNI) Bayern Munich have one foot in the quarterfinals of the Champions League after a Harry Kane double helped them to comfortable win against 10-man Bayer Leverkusen in the first leg of their last-16 tie.
Mumbai, Mar 6 (UNI) The Rupee on Thursday slipped seven paise at 87.04 against USD on rising demand for US Dollar by bankers and importers, dealers at the Forex Market said.
Beijing, Mar 6 (UNI) Twelve Chinese nationals have been detained in the United States for allegedly participating in a large-scale hacking campaign that targeted, among other things, US government agencies, the US Justice Department said.
Washington, Mar 6 (UNI) The World Trade Organization (WTO) said on Wednesday it received Canada''s complaint over US tariffs, requesting dispute consultations.
Moscow, Mar 6 (UNI) The administration of US President Donald Trump believes that the halt of US aid to Ukraine may not last long, The New York Times has reported.
Washington, Mar 6 (UNI) The United States has no plans to invade Mexico to target cartels in that country, US Vice President JD Vance said on Wednesday.
Moscow, Mar 6 (UNI) The European Union is preparing responses to US tariffs but is still trying to dissuade President Donald Trump from taking the step, French President Emmanuel Macron said.
Ankara, Mar 6 (UNI) Turkish and US presidential advisers held a telephone conversation to discuss bilateral relations among other things, Turkish media reported.
Washington, Mar 6 (UNI) The United States suspended all military aid to Ukraine on Monday evening, a US Defense Department spokesperson told RIA Novosti.
Washington, Mar 5 (UNI) The US has paused intelligence sharing with Ukraine, CIA Director John Ratcliffe said today, a day after President Trump ordered the halting of military aid to the war-torn nation.
Washington/Beijing, Mar 5 (UNI) In a stern warning to the US, China today declared that it is ready to fight “any type of war” till the end, after the Trump administration slapped more tariffs on Chinese goods and Beijing retaliated with more tariffs on US farm products.
New Delhi, Mar 5 (UNI) Union Minister for Environment, Forest and Climate Change Bhupender Yadav reiterated that the developed countries must honour their "financial and technological commitments" especially in fulfilling their obligations under the Paris Agreement.
Chandigarh, Mar 5 (UNI) Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann on Wednesday said opposition leaders were "desperate to occupy" the CM residence for which they are indulging in various "tantrums".
Chennai, Mar 5 (UNI) Two days after the Madras High Court ordered attachment of a portion of the house of legendary actor Sivaji Ganesan in a loan non-repayment case involving his grandson, the actor''s elder son Ramkumar on Wednesday told the court that he has no share in the house and sought to lift the attachment order.
Shimla, Mar 5 (UNI) The High Court of Himachal Pradesh held a Full Court Reference to mourn the passing of Justice V K Gupta, former Chief Justice of the court.
Patna, Mar 5 (UNI) The membership of RJD MLC, Sunil Kumar Singh, was reinstated in Bihar Legislative Council on Wednesday.
New Delhi, Mar 5 (UNI) A delegation from the Japan-India Business Cooperation Committee (JIBCC) led by its Chairman, Tatsuo Yasunaga, called on Prime Minister Narendra Modi today.
London/New Delhi, Mar 5 (UNI) External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar today held productive talks with his UK counterpart David Lammy, during which they also discussed the Bangladesh situation, and the conflicts in Ukraine and the Middle East.
Mumbai, Mar 5 (UNI) The Department of Textiles has developed the second phase of e-textile portal with an aim to strengthen subsidy management for the textile industry, said Textiles Minister Sanjay Savkare on Wednesday.
New Delhi, Mar 5 (UNI) The Supreme Court has awarded a compensation of ₹9.64 crore to the family of Lakshmi Nagalla, a US-based software engineer who died in a road accident in 2009 due to the rash and negligent driving of a state transport bus.
Dubai, Mar 5 (UNI) After India ended Australia’s ICC Champions Trophy 2025 charge, stand-in captain Steve Smith promised his team will be ‘bigger and better’ next time.
Karur, , Mar 5 (UNI) A 38-year-old man, who was reportedly missing after the suspicious death of his wife and two minor children and leaving a suicide note, was found dead on the railway tracks near Pasupathipalayam in Karur district of Tamil Nadu on Wednesday.
Lucknow, Mar 5 (UNI) Samajwadi Party (SP) president Akhilesh Yadav on Wednesday came to the rescue of his MLA Abu Azmi, who has been suspended from the budget session of Maharashtra assembly, over his controversial remarks praising Mughal emperor Aurangzeb and said that to thing that ''suspension'' can put a rein on truth is ''childishness''.
Shillong, Mar 5 (UNI) Meghalaya Chief Minister Conrad Sangma on Wednesday sent out a stern message to polluting industries in Byrnihat area of Ri-Bhoi district to take corrective measures or face strong action.
Patna, Mar 5 (UNI) Senior RJD leader Tejashwi Prasad Yadav on Wednesday said that Bihar was at bottom of all states in the country on various development parameters while Chief Minister Nitish Kumar was making tall claims of having provided good governance to people with justice to all.
Chennai, Mar 5 (UNI) Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M K Stalin on Wednesday saidthe Resolutions adopted unanimously adopted at the All Party Meeting againstthe Centre''s proposed delimitation exercise based on population, which is unjust, has sent clear and uncompromising message, besides making TN stand loud and clear.
Chandigarh, March 5 (UNI) In a major blow to trans-border smuggling, Punjab Police have busted a network operated by a US-based drug smuggler by seizing 23 Kg Heroin worth Rs 161 crore from a village in Amritsar, the state''s top cop said on Wednesday.
Mumbai, Mar 5 (UNI) Samajwadi Party (SP) leader and MLA Abu Azmi was suspended from the Maharashtra Assembly on Wednesday over his controversial remark praising Mughal ruler Aurangzeb.
Chennai, Mar 5 (UNI) Demanding status quo on delimitation process for the next 30 years, an All Party meeting convened by the Tamil Nadu Government on Wednesday strongly and unanimously opposed the proposed exercise based population and sought an assurance from Prime Minister Narendra Modi in the Lok Sabha that it would be conducted only based on the 1971 population census, besides constituting a Joint Action Committee (JAC) comprising MPs from all the Southern States, including Tamil Nadu, to create an awareness among the people.
Mumbai, Mar 5 (UNI) The Rupee continued to rally on Wednesday too, spurting 32 paise to close at 86.96 against USD on brisk selling of US Dollar by bankers and exporters amid rebounding equity market, dealers at the Forex Market said.
Lucknow, Mar 5 (UNI) Samajwadi Party (SP) general secretary and MLA Shivpal Singh Yadav on Wednesday alleged that the ruling Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) in Uttar Pradesh is changing names and spreading confusion instead of talking about inflation, unemployment and farmers.
Mumbai, Mar 5 (UNI) Pharma major, Biocon Pharma, has received final approvals from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for its abbreviated new drug applications (ANDAs) for Lenalidomide Capsules and Dasatinib Tablets.
Mumbai, Mar 5 (UNI) Pharma major, Zydus Lifesciences on Wednesday said that it has launched ANVIMO (Letermovir), a new and innovative treatment for the prevention of Cytomegalovirus (CMV) infection in Hematopoietic Stem Cell Transplantation (HSCT) and kidney transplant patients.
Sydney, Mar 5 (UNI) Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese announced on Wednesday the government was delivering 250,000 sandbags to the state of Queensland from the national supply while the Australian Defence Force has been put on standby as severe tropical cyclone Alfred approaches.
Jammu, Mar 5 (UNI) Jammu and Kashmir Legislative Assembly Speaker Abdul Rahim Rather on Wednesday assured to hold a special discussion for 30 minutes on the drug addiction as members expressed concern on the rising cases of the menace across the Union Territory.
Kolkata, Mar 5 (UNI) India''s engineering goods exports to the USrecorded an impressive 18 per cent year-on-year growth in January (2025) this year to US$1.62 billion even as overall engineering shipments increased at a modest 7.44 per cent during the month, according to EEPC India.
Hyderabad, Mar 5 (UNI) Persistent practice of endogamy—marrying within small communities—is the primary cause of population-specific diseases in India, according to a recent study led by Dr. K. Thangaraj, CSIR Bhatnagar Fellow at the CSIR-Centre for Cellular and Molecular Biology (CCMB), Hyderabad.
New Delhi, Mar 5 (UNI) The Defence Bio-Engineering & Electro Medical Laboratory (DEBEL), a Bengaluru-based lab under the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO), successfully conducted high-altitude trials of the Indigenous On-Board Oxygen Generating System (OBOGS)-based Integrated Life Support System (ILSS) for the LCA Tejas aircraft, on Tuesday.
Dubai, Mar 5 (UNI) Australian Batter Steve Smith, has announced his retirement from One Day International (ODI) cricket following the team''s exit from the ICC Champions Trophy 2025, the country''s cricket board announced on Wednesday.
Dubai, Mar 5 (UNI) Australian Batter Steve Smith, has announced his retirement from One Day International (ODI) cricket following the team''s exit from the ICC Champions Trophy 2025, media reports said on Wednesday.
Mumbai, Mar 5 (UNI) The Rupee on Wednesday was seen firm in opening trade at 87.13, up 14 paise against USD in the opening session on selling of US dollars by bankers and importers, dealers at the Forex Market said.
Washington, Mar 5 (UNI) US President Donald Trump said on Tuesday that the United States has apprehended a terrorist responsible for the attack that killed 13 American service members during the troops'' withdrawal from Afghanistan.
Moscow, Mar 5 (UNI) Four militants have been neutralised during a counterterrorism operation in the Russian republic of Dagestan, the Russian National Anti-Terrorism Committee said on Wednesday.
Houston, Mar 5 (UNI) From Texas to Tennessee, a number of severe storms on Tuesday battered large parts of the U.S. South with winds, hail, plumes of dust, and tornadoes, leaving hundreds of thousands of people without power.
Mumbai, Mar 4 (UNI) Maharashtra Water Supply Minister Gulabrao Patil on Tuesday directed concerned officials to speed up completion of water supply schemes for availability of water in all villages during summer season.
Shimla, March 4 (UNI) Himachal Pradesh High Court has initiated suo motu criminal contempt proceedings against lawyer Dhairya Sushant and another individual for making serious allegations against the judiciary.
Mumbai, Mar 4 (UNI) Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis on Tuesday reviewed ongoing works of various infrastructure and other projects worth over Rs 1.41 lakh crore and also proposed works worth Rs 25,000 crore of Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC).
Kyiv/Washington, March 4 (UNI) Hours after US President Donald Trump ordered a pause on US military aid to Ukraine, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky today said that his Oval Office meeting with Trump “did not go the way it was supposed to”, terming it as “regrettable”, and added that Ukraine is ready to negotiate an end to the conflict.
Chandigarh, Mar 4 (UNI) Senior AAP leader Malvinder Singh Kang on Tuesday accused the opposition party Congress of trying to use the courts to halt the Punjab government''s anti-drug campaign.
San Diego, March 4 (UNI) Hip-hop icon Jay-Z has initiated legal proceedings against attorney Tony Buzbee, co-counsel David Fortney and their client, Jane Doe, over a now dismissed sexual assault lawsuit, citing malicious prosecution, abuse of process, civil conspiracy and defamation.
Namakkal (Tamil Nadu), Mar 4 (UNI) A 33-year-old woman and her two children were found dead under mysterious circumstances in their house, while her husband was reportedly missing at Pathi Nagar at Namakkal in Tamil Nadu late on Tuesday evening.
London/New Delhi, March 4 (UNI) External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar, who is visiting the UK, held talks with British Home Secretary Yvette Cooper and with the Secretary of State for Business and Trade Johnathan Reynolds.
New Delhi, March 4 (UNI) India and Nepal discussed procedures to begin operations of the cross-border passenger railway service from Janakpur in Nepal to Ayodhya in India, as well as other railway links.
Lucknow, Mar 4 (UNI) Speaker of Uttar Pradesh Legislative Assembly Satish Mahana on Tuesday expressed his displeasure over a member spitting after eating gutkha in the House and said that it is the responsibility of all 403 members to keep the Vidhan Bhawan clean.
Chandigarh, Mar 4 (UNI) Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann claimed on Tuesday that a war over credit is going on amongst various farmers'' unions who are trying to create anarchy by running a parallel government.
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Chandigarh, Mar 4 (UNI) Ahead of Sanyukt Kisan Morcha (political) and other organisations protests at Chandigarh, farmers'' leaders were taken into custody on Tuesday morning.
Dubai, Mar 4 (UNI) Virat Kohli has further strengthened his stature as one of the most consistent performers in ICC ODI tournaments, registering the most 50-plus scores in such events.
Srinagar, Mar 4 (UNI) The Jammu and Kashmir National Conference Tuesday said Peoples Democratic Party chief Mehbooba Mufti''s criticism of Omar Abdullah government is solely to remain in limelight, asserting that she is more focused on creating noise rather than making a difference.
Imphal, Mar 4 (UNI) The National Students Union of India (NSUI) demanded the suspension of Chairman of Board of Secondary Education, Manipur (BOSEM) & Council of Higher Secondary Education, Manipur (COHSEM) for the alleged irregularities and unfair means used during the class 12th Exams.
New Delhi, Mar 4 (UNI) Concerned over increasing number of cybercrimes and financial frauds, the government has implemented advanced solutions and policies to prevent “misuse” of telecom resources for such purposes and warned that anyone found committing such offences would be punished with imprisonment for a term which may extend to 3 years, or with fine which may extend up to Rs 50 lakh.
Los Angeles, Mar 4 (UNI) Vivian Wilson, the estranged daughter of billionaire Elon Musk, has taken to social media to respond albeit sardonically to the revelation that her father has welcomed his 14th child.
Kolkata, March 4 (UNI) The cyber wing of Kolkata Police (KP) has busted a major SIM card racket in the city with the arrest of 10 suspects and seizure of hundreds of fake SIM cards from their possession, official sources said on Tuesday.
Dubai, Mar 4 (UNI) Australia posted a total of 264 runs in the first semifinals of the ICC Champions Trophy 2025 at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium here on Tuesday, setting India a target of 265 to book a place in the final.
Santa Fe, Mar 4 (UNI) The deaths of legendary actor Gene Hackman and his wife Betsy Arakawa may have been the result of an unfortunate accident rather than foul play, according to a prominent forensic pathologist.
New Delhi, March 4 (UNI) Visiting Guyanese Prime Minister Mark Phillips held a meeting with Minister for New and Renewable Energy Pralhad Joshi today during which they discussed mutual collaboration in the renewable energy sector.
Dubai, Mar 4 (UNI) To escape the “strict” security bubble in Pakistan, Australian captain Steve Smith decided to head to Dubai early that has allowed the players to loosen up and “chill” ahead of the Champions Trophy semi-final clash with India.
Ankara, Mar 4 (UNI) Turkish security forces detained 2,365 suspects in operations against drug dealers in the past two weeks, Interior Minister Ali Yerlikaya said Tuesday.
Dubai, Mar 4 (UNI) India captain Rohit Sharma has dismissed suggestions that his team has had an unfair advantage by being allowed to play all their Champions Trophy matches in Dubai.
Imphal, Mar 4( UNI)The farmers of Manipur were appealed by Peter , Director Department of Agriculture to visit the department for any kind of queries and requested to bring out new innovative ideas.
Kiev, Mar 4 (UNI) Ukraine has enough reserves to withstand the conflict with Russia for about six months without U.S. support, the RBC-Ukraine online media outlet reported Tuesday, citing a senior parliament official.
Mumbai, Mar 4 (UNI)The Rupee on Tuesday advanced further by 9 paise to close strong at 87.27 against USD on selling of US Dollar by bankers and exporters, dealers at the Forex Market said.
New Delhi, Mar 4 (UNI) The Delhi High Court on Tuesday granted bail to Olympic wrestler Sushil Kumar in the case related to the murder of former junior national wrestling champion Sagar Dhankar at Chhatrasal Stadium here.
Jakarta, Mar 4 (UNI) Bank Indonesia (BI) announced on Tuesday that Indonesian and Australian financial institutions have extended their bilateral currency swap arrangement (BCSA).
Lucknow, Mar 4 (UNI) Bahujan Samaj Party (BSP)Chief Mayawati on Tuesday accused the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) governments at the centre and in Uttar Pradesh of giving step-motherly treatment to Muslims.
Mérida (Mexico), Mar 4 (UNI) American tennis star Emma Navarro produced a flawless performance in the WTA 500 Mérida Open Akron final on Sunday, beating Colombian qualifier Emiliana Arango 6-0, 6-0.
Jammu, Mar 3 (UNI) Jammu and Kashmir Legislative Assembly on Tuesday witnessed ruckus when National Conference MLA from Trehgam Mir Saifullah said “Pakistan has better facilities along the border than India” following which BJP MLAs raised objection and sought apology from the member in the House.
Moscow, Mar 4 (UNI) Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov on Tuesday confirmed that preparations are underway for the visit of Belarusian President Alexander Lukashenko to Russia.
New Delhi, Mar 4 (UNI) Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Tuesday said that India’s security apparatus must remain adaptive to emerging threats such as cyber warfare, hybrid warfare, space-based challenges, and transnational organised crime.
Chennai, Mar 4 (UN) IITM Pravartak Technologies Foundation has partnered with L&T EduTech to launch a series of industry-skilling Joint Certification Programs.
Los Angeles, Mar 4 (UNI) Vivian Wilson, the estranged daughter of billionaire Elon Musk, has taken to social media to respond, albeit sardonically, to the revelation that her father has welcomed his 14th child.
New Delhi, Mar 4 (UNI) Deciml, a round-up investing platform, on Tuesday announced that it has successfully raised USD 3 Million in seed funding. Jainam Broking Limited has made its debut investment in the startup ecosystem with this funding round in Deciml.
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Kolkata, Mar 04 (UNI) Haldia Petrochemicals Limited (HPL), a major player in India’s petrochemical industry, has reaffirmed its dedication to enhancing industrial growth in West Bengal by nurturing the development of downstream sectors.
Bhubaneswar, Mar 4 (UNI) Sensor-controlled electrical appliances should be used in government offices across Odisha in the coming days, Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi said.
(rpt, correcting header)New York, Mar 4 (UNI) Washington''s involvement in Kiev''s economy is a much better guarantee of security than having troops from a third country in Ukraine, US Vice President J.D. Vance said.
New Delhi, March 4 (UNI) Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday congratulated the new Austrian Chancellor, Christian Stocker, and said he looks forward to working with him to take the bilateral partnership to unprecedented heights.
Mumbai, Mar 4 (UNI) The Rupee on Tuesday was seen unchanged at 87.36 against the USD in opening session on the selling of US Dollar by bankers and importers, dealers at the Forex Market said.
Srinagar, Mar 4 (UNI) In a devastating fire incident that broke out at Tak Masjid in South Kashmir’s Shopian district, three commercial buildings and a residential house were gutted during the wee hours on Tuesday, officials said.
Beijing, Mar 4 (UNI) The new unilateral tariffs of the United States violate WTO rules and undermine the multilateral trading system, Beijing calls on Washington to immediately lift them, the Chinese Commerce Ministry said on Tuesday.
Moscow, Mar 4 (UNI) Russia and the United States are unlikely to begin negotiations on Ukraine until the diplomatic missions of the two countries resume full operation, Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov told Sputnik.
Washington, Mar 4 (UNI) The United States is temporarily suspending all military aid to Ukraine until US President Donald Trump sees Kiev''s commitment to peace talks, Fox News reported, citing a senior White House official.
Kyiv, Mar 4 (UNI) Ukraine is working with the United States and hopes for US support on the path to peace, which is needed "as soon as possible," Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said on Monday, an hour after US President Donald Trump''s post on social media.
Moscow, Mar 4 (UNI) The United States does not believe everything Russian President Vladimir Putin says is true, but Washington is ready to hold talks and establish reasonable relations, US Vice President JD Vance said.
Jalgaon, Mar 3 (UNI) Police have arrested four of seven suspects under the POCSO Act for allegedly molesting the daughter of Union Minister of State for Sports & Youth Welfare, Raksha Khadse, and her friends during a fair in Muktainagar of Jalgaon district.
New Delhi, March 3 (UNI) The Supreme Court on Monday ruled that in child custody matters where there is uncertainty about a child''s ability to make independent decisions, expert medical opinions confirming a disability must take precedence over inferences drawn from direct interactions with the child.
New Delhi, March 3 (UNI) In a significant ruling, the Supreme Court on Monday held that activities such as washing, cleaning and dry-cleaning fall within the definition of a "manufacturing process" under the Factories Act, 1948, even if they do not create a new tangible product.
Ahmedabad, March 3 (UNI) The Gujarat Anti-Terrorism Squad (ATS) and the Haryana Special Task Force (STF) in a joint operation arrested a teenager, suspected to have links with a terrorist organisation, from Faridabad in Haryana, ATS sources said on Monday.
Mumbai, Mar 3 (UNI) The budget session of the Maharashtra Legislature commenced here on Monday, with Governor C P Radhakrishnan in his address to the joint session of both houses focusing on key issues, including the Maharashtra-Karnataka border dispute, investments and welfare schemes.
Chennai, Mar 3 (UNI) The Madras High Court on Monday ordered attachment of a portion of late legendary actor and thespian Sivaji Ganesan''s sprawling house in the city over non-payment of loan borrowed by his grandson Dushyanth Ramkumar.
Chandigarh, Mar 3 (UNI) The Haryana police have arrested a suspect in Congress activist Himani Narwal''s murder, an officer said on Monday. claiming she was strangulated with a mobile charger cable.
Prayagraj, Mar 3 (UNI) Maha Kumbh, the biggest cultural, spiritual, and religious congregation in the world in Prayagraj, has paved the way for new possibilities in religious tourism in Uttar Pradesh, official sources said here on Monday.
Madrid, Mar 3 (UNI) India''s star wicketkeeper-batsman Rishabh Pant has been nominated for the prestigious ''''Laureus World Comeback of the Year'''' Award, marking a remarkable turnaround from a life-threatening car crash to Test cricket glory.
New Delhi, Mar 3 (UNI) A court here on Monday directed Congress leader Sandeep Dikshit to supply documents to suspected accused - former Delhi chief minister Atishi Marlena and AAP MP Sanjay Singh - in a defamation case.
Bhubaneswar, Mar 3 (UNI) The Odisha Adivasi Mahasangh and the KISS Parents Association have strongly protested against the continued defamation and harassment of KIIT, KISS, and its Founder, Dr. Achyut Samanta.
Kolkata, March 3 (UNI) Notwithstanding the presence of baton-wielding security personnel armed with tear gas shells, the Jadavpur University campus remained almost empty on Monday in response to a day-long strike in colleges and universities across West Bengal called by the Students’ Federation of India (SFI) and AIDSO.
Srinagar, Mar 3 (UNI) Peoples Conference Chairman and MLA Sajad Lone on Monday hit out at the National conference over Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha’s speech in J&K Assembly, accusing it of ideological overlap with the BJP.
Bhubaneswar, Mar 3 (UNI) Paradip Port has been conferred with the prestigious No. 1 Sagar Anklan Certificate for its outstanding overall performance in bulk cargo handling in the 5 MMT category for the financial year 2023-24.
Chennai, Mar 3 (UNI) The Union on Monday accorded Navratna status to Indian Railway Catering and Tourism Corporation (IRCTC) and the Indian Railway Finance Corporation (IRFC).
New Delhi, Mar 3 (UNI) The Supreme Court on Monday dismissed former IAS officer Pradeep N Sharma’s appeal seeking quashing of the FIR (first information report) but allowed anticipatory bail plea in a land allotment case, noting the serious allegations of ''misuse of official position'' against him.
New Delhi, Mar 3 (UNI) Union Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Monday held a meeting with Princess Astrid of Belgium and the country''s Defence Minister Theo Francken here.
Dhaka, March 3 (UNI) Bangladesh Interim Government Chief Advisor Muhammad Yunus has said there is no alternative to maintaining good ties with India, even as he said that there have been “some clouds” in the relationship due to “propaganda”.
New Delhi, Mar 3 (UNI) An independent power producer with a global portfolio of renewable and transitional electricity generation Hindustan Power on Monday said it has signed an MoU with the Government of Assam to invest Rs 620 crore in cutting-edge power and battery energy storage projects.
Coimbatore (Tamil Nadu), Mar 3 (UNI) Suspecting fidelity of his wife, a 54-year-old man shot dead his wife with a country-made pistol at Pattanam in Coimbatore and later ended his life by shooting himself in his house at Vandazhi village in Palakkad district of Kerala on Monday.
Mumbai, Mar 3 (UNI) The Rupee on Monday recovered 13 paise to close at 87.36 against USD on selling of US Dollar by bankers and exporters, dealers at the Forex Market said.
Chandigarh, Mar 3 (UNI) In a significant breakthrough, the State Cyber Crime Division (SCCD) has arrested the main accused involved in running a fake website and impersonating the Mining Department of the Punjab Government, State Director General of Police (DGP) Gaurav Yadav said on Monday.
Dubai, Mar 3 (UNI) India finished on top of Group A following a commanding win over New Zealand in their final group fixture.
Dubai, Mar 3 (UNI) All-rounder Cooper Connolly comes in place of the injured Matthew Short in Australia''s ICC Men''s Champions Trophy squad, media reports said.
Chandigarh, Mar 3 (UNI) Haryana police have arrested a suspect in Congress activist Himani Narwal murder case, police sources said on Monday.
Patna, Mar 3 (UNI) The opposition members on Monday staged a noisy walkout from the Bihar Assembly during pre-lunch sitting after raising various issues.
Istanbul, Mar 3 (UNI) A tour bus travelling from Greece veered off the road in northwestern Turkiye''s Canakkale province on Monday, injuring 37 passengers, it is reported.
Mumbai, Mar 3 (UNI) The Power Transmission & Distribution (PT&D) vertical of Larsen & Toubro has received new orders to implement 765kV and 400kV transmission line segments associated with a Renewable Energy Zone in Uttar Pradesh, a company release said.
Shimla, Mar 3 (UNI) Overcast skies, persistent snow accumulation, and biting cold continued to disrupt life across Himachal Pradesh, with Keylong recording the state’s lowest minimum temperature at 10.2°C.
New Delhi, Mar 3 (UNI) Chief of Defence Staff (CDS) General Anil Chauhan will embark on a four-day official visit to Australia, reflecting the deepening ties between both the countries in the realm of defence cooperation.
Mumbai, Mar 3 (UNI) The Rupee on Monday smartly recovered 15 paise at 87.34 against the USD in the opening session on the selling of US dollars by bankers and importers, dealers at the Forex Market said.
Dubai, Mar 3 (UNI) Cricketing powerhouses India and Australia are set to lock horns in the first semifinal of the ICC Champions Trophy 2025 at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium on Tuesday.
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Jerusalem, Mar 3 (UNI) India''s flagship carrier Air India resumed its flights to Israel on Sunday after a suspension of seven months.
Srinagar, Mar 3 (UNI) In a major fire incident that broke out in the Wagoora area of Jammu and Kashmir’s Budgam district, four residential houses were gutted overnight, officials said.
Moscow, Mar 3 (UNI) A fire broke out at an oil refinery in the southwestern Russian city of Ufa, but poses no threat to local residents, the country''s RIA Novosti news agency reported Monday.
Melbourne, Mar 2 (UNI) Cricketer Travis Head says Australia are trying to stay relaxed as they remain in the dark over whether they will be playing their Champions Trophy semi-final in either Pakistan or 2,000 km away in Dubai.
Washington, Mar 2 (UNI) U.S. President Donald Trump has signed an executive order making English the official language of the United States, media reports said.
Rome, Mar 2 (UNI) Italy has ranked third among Russia''s largest trading partners in Europe for the first time in almost a decade, with Belarus and Germany making the top two, Sputnik''s analysis of national statistical data and official statements shows.
Lahore, Mar 2 (UNI) Australia may need to find a new opener for next week''s Champions Trophy semi-finals with Matt Short in a race against time.
Dubai, March 2 (UNI) Mystery spinner Varun Chakravarthy starred with a match-winning five-wicket haul as India secured a 44-run victory over New Zealand in their final Group A clash of the ICC Champions Trophy here on Sunday.
Chandigarh, Mar 2 (UNI) Congress leader and former Haryana Chief Minister Bhupinder Singh Hooda on Sunday demanded the state government and the police ensure speedy justice for the family of his murdered party worker Himani Narwal, whose body was found stuffed in a suitcase in Rohtak district.
Wanaparthy, Mar 2 (UNI) Telangana Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy on Sunday stated “ I became chief minister of Telangana because of the political consciousness learned in Wanaparthy”.
Etawah (UP), Mar 2 (UNI) Kusma Nain, who was once the notorious ''bandit queen'' of Chambal Valley spread over Uttar Pradesh and Madhya Pradesh, died due to illness at Sanjay Gandhi Postgraduate Institute of Medical Sciences (SGPGIMS) in Lucknow on Sunday, a jail official said here.
Thiruvananthapurm, Mar 2 (UNI) Drawing attention towards religious conversions, Vice President Jagdeep Dhankhar on Sunday said "while helping someone, do not pull them towards conversion, this is intolerable."
Gaza, Mar 2 (UNI) Israel''s adoption of an American proposal for a temporary holiday truce is an attempt to dodge negotiations for phase two of the Gaza ceasefire agreement, Hamas said Sunday.
Manila, Mar 2 (UNI) A suspected rebel has been killed in a clash with government troops in Sultan Kudarat province in the southern Philippines, the military said Sunday.
Chandigarh, March 2 (UNI) The Haryana government has suspended 25 police personnel including four Deputy Police Superintendents and three Station House Officers in connection with the incident of question papers being smuggled out of the centres during the ongoing Haryana School Education Board (HSEB) examinations.
Sydney, Mar 2 (UNI) Authorities of the Australian state of New South Wales (NSW) on Sunday warned residents in northern NSW to prepare for damaging winds, large surf and heavy rainfall with Tropical Cyclone Alfred expected to cross the coast later this week.
Moscow, Mar 2 (UNI) Following a spat between US President Donald Trump and Volodymyr Zelenskyy, major Norwegian oil company Haltbakk Bunkers refused to provide fuel to US military personnel based in Norway, as well as to arriving American ships, the UK Defence Journal reported.
Moscow, Mar 2 (UNI) Norwegian Defence Minister Tore Sandvik confirmed continued cooperation with the US Navy on the territory of the kingdom amid reports that Norwegian oil company Haltbakk Bunkers had refused to supply fuel to the US military.
Moscow, Mar 2 (UNI) Russia''s Progress MS-30 cargo spacecraft, launched from the Baikonur Cosmodrome on Friday, successfully docked with the International Space Station on Sunday, Russia''s state space corporation Roscosmos said.
Tel Aviv, Mar 2 (UNI) The United States proposed a new plan for a temporary ceasefire in the Gaza Strip, since it is currently impossible to overcome the differences between Israel and Palestinian movement Hamas regarding a complete end to the war, and Israel agrees to the new plan, while Hamas has so far refused, the office of Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said.
London/Washington, March 1 (UNI) European leaders are set to meet on Sunday for an emergency summit on Ukraine, amid the fallout from the bust-up between US President Donald Trump and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy at the Oval Office.
Karachi, Mar 1 (UNI) Rassie van der Dussen''s composed 72* and Heinrich Klaasen’s scintillating 64 off 56 balls powered South Africa to a commanding seven-wicket victory over England in the ICC Champions Trophy at the National Stadium here on Saturday.
Bhubaneswar, Mar 1 (UNI) People in Odisha will no longer have to pay for the treatment and vaccination of cows, bulls, buffaloes, goats, and sheep, as the state government has announced a waiver of user fees for livestock healthcare.
Lahore, Mar 1 (UNI) Australia may be forced to re-shuffle their squad ahead of their ICC Champions Trophy 2025 semifinal encounter, following an injury to opener Matthew Short during their washed-out match against Afghanistan in Lahore on Friday.
Mumbai, Mar 1 (UNI) A sessions court here has allowed a plea of prosecution to add the name of a senior doctor of B Y L Nair Hospital in Mumbai as an accused in abetment of suicide case of post-graduate medical student Dr Payal Tadvi, a lawyer said here on Saturday.
New Delhi, March 1 (UNI) Russian cosmonaut Oleg Artemyev, participant of three ISS expeditions, had a meeting with Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday, on the sidelines of the NXT Conclave here.
Mayiladuthurai, (Tamil Nadu), Mar 1 (UNI) Mayiladuthurai District Collector A P Mahabharathi was shifted after his ''crude'' and ''insensitive'' remarks, faulting a three-year-old child, who was sexually abused in the district.
Hyderabad, Feb Mar 1 (UNI) A total of 505 students of various programmes graduated from the Indian School of Business (ISB), Hyderabad campus on Saturday.
Bareilly, March 1 (UNI) Two persons were killed and three others injured when a bus carrying pilgrims collided with a tractor trolley in Bhojipura area of Bareilly district in Uttar Pradesh on Saturday, a police officer said here. Circle Officer (CO) Nilesh Mishra said that the accident took place on the Nainital Highway. The bus from Bhavnagar, Gujarat was going to Haridwar in Uttarakhand via Ayodhya.
Hyderabad, Mar 1 (UNI) Telangana IT and Industries Minister D Sridhar Babu on Saturday said digital innovation is moving at a rapid pace and the industry needs to march along with the changing times to meet challenges.
New Delhi, Mar 1 (UNI) Prime Minister Narendra Modi hailed the Union Budget 2025-26, saying it focuses on strengthening the agriculture sector and boosting the rural economy.
Washington, Mar 1 (UNI) The U.S. State Department has approved potential arms sales to Israel totaling about 3 billion U.S. dollars, the Pentagon said Friday.
Agra (UP), Mar 1 (UNI) Four persons were killed and about 18 people were injured when a double-decker bus rammed into a stationary truck in Fatehabad area of Agra district here in Uttar Pradesh on Saturday, police sources said.
Brussels, Mar 1 (UNI) The open clash between U.S. President Donald Trump and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky at the White House on Friday prompted an outpouring of support from European leaders for Zelensky and his country.
Moscow, Mar 1 (UNI) This night, air defenses intercepted and destroyed 48 Ukrainian drones over Russian regions, the Russian Defense Ministry said in a statement.
Washington, Mar 1 (UNI) US President Donald Trump will host the first White House crypto summit on March 7, the White House announced in a statement.
Colombo, Mar 1 (UNI) Sri Lanka has frozen criminal assets worth 22.4 million U.S. dollars (6.6 billion rupees) from December 2024 to January 2025, Minister of Public Security Ananda Wijepala told parliament on Friday.
Moscow, Mar 1 (UNI) Russian President Vladimir Putin ratified an agreement on security guarantees with Belarus within the Union State, according to a document posted on the country''s official legal information portal on Friday.
Washington, Mar 1 (UNI) A press conference at the White House scheduled for Friday where U.S. President Donald Trump and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky planned to sign the U.S.-Ukraine minerals deal was canceled, following a tense shouting match between the two inside the Oval Office earlier in the day.
Hyderabad, Feb 28 (UNI) Telangana Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy on Friday evening said that if the delimitation is done on the basis of population, the south will be plunged into a serious crisis.
Mumbai, Feb 28 (UNI) Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis on Friday said the arrested accused in the Pune Swargate Bus terminus rape case was tracked and nabbed by police using different modern technologies.
Washington, Mar 1 (UNI) An Oval Office meeting with President Donald Trump, Vice President JD Vance and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy devolved Friday afternoon into a hostile confrontation, as Trump threatened Zelenskyy to make a deal with Russia, or "we''re out," and Vance accused the Ukrainian leader of being "disrespectful."
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Washington, Feb 28 (UNI) Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy arrived at the White House on Friday to meet with US President Donald Trump and sign the rare earth minerals deal, according to a TV broadcast.
Agra (UP), Feb 28 (UNI) A 30-year-old manager of a private company hanged himself and committed suicide after recording a video accusing his wife of harassment, which was termed as baseless by the woman, in Agra district here in Uttar Pradesh, police sources said here on Friday.
Kolkata, Feb 28 (UNI) The Syama Prasad Mookerjee Port (SMPK-formerly Kolkata Port) on Friday hosted a high-level meeting with other major ports of India to exchange ideas for better usage of land for commercial purposes and stopping encroachment, official sources said.
Lahore, Feb 28 (UNI) Australia secured their place in the semifinals of the ICC Champions Trophy after their crucial group-stage encounter against Afghanistan was abandoned due to rain on Friday.
Bhadohi (UP), Feb 28 (UNI) A man accused of sexually assaulting a Dalit girl and threatening her with dire consequences was sentenced to rigorous life imprisonment along with a fine by a local court in Bhadohi district here in Uttar Pradesh on Friday, a prosecution officer said here.
Srinagar, Feb 28 (UNI) Jammu and Kashmir Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha said preservation and promotion of heritage is crucial for sustainable development of the cities and to improve urban quality of life.
Melbourne, Feb 28 (UNI) Test and one-day international batting great David Boon has been appointed to the Cricket Australia board.
New Delhi, Feb 28 (UNI) India and the European Union today agreed to expedite conclusion of the FTA by the end of the year, hold focused talks on the defence industry, and hold a review meeting with partners on the India-Middle East-Europe Corridor initiative, during talks between PM Narendra Modi and European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen here.
Mumbai, Feb 28 (UNI) The Economic Offences Wing of the Mumbai Police arrested Manohar Arunachalam (33), son of wanted accused Unnanathan Arunachalam alias Arun Bhai, in connection with embezzlement of Rs 122 crore from the bank’s safe of New India Cooperative Bank.
Karachi, Feb 28 (UNI) England’s white-ball cricket captain Jos Buttler on Friday stepped down from his role following the team’s premature exit from the ICC Champions Trophy.
Chennai, Feb 28 (UNI) The National Investigation Agency (NIA) on Fridayarrested a key absconding accused in connection with a human trafficking case, involving trafficking of Sri Lankan Nationals into India through Tamil Nadu and Karnataka on false promises of employment in Canada.
Lahore, Feb 28 (UNI) A brilliant 67-run knock from Azmatullah Omarzai propelled Afghanistan to a competitive total of 273 in their 50 overs against Australia in a crucial Champions Trophy encounter here on Friday.
Bengaluru, Feb 28 (UNI) The Nascent Information Technology Employees Senate (NITES) on Friday accused the Karnataka State Labour Department of bias in its handling of the investigation into the mass termination of Infosys trainees at the company’s Mysuru campus.
New Delhi/Pune, Feb 28 (UNI) The ongoing Russia-Ukraine conflict has underscored the evolving nature of modern warfare, where drones, precision missiles, and electronic warfare have become decisive factors in battle.
Chennai, Feb 28 (UNI) The HPSL Royal Arion Indian Turf Invitation Cup Weekend Races--Indian Racing’s most glamorous, prestigious and exclusive weekend returns to the Guindy Race Course after a gap of three years.
New Delhi, Feb 28 (UNI) In preparation for the recently concluded FIH Hockey Pro League 2024-25 (Women), the Indian Women’s Hockey Team was engaged in a goalkeeping camp in Bhubaneswar. The camp that preceded India’s home leg of the competition where the hosts competed against Germany, Netherlands and Spain, featured Goalkeepers, Savita Punia, Bichu Devi and Bansari Solanki. Led by Simon Zijp, former Netherlands national player and Gold medallist in the 1990 World Cup, the camp focused on refining technical skills, game awareness, and mental conditioning.
New Delhi, Feb 28 (UNI) During her visit, President of the European Commission Ursula von der Leyen witnessed the use of the UPI payment mechanism of India at Hyderabad House today.
Srinagar, Feb 28 (UNI) Police have successfully cracked multiple sheep theft cases by arresting a gang of three rustlers in Jammu and Kashmir’s Shopian district, officials said.
Mumbai, Feb 28 (UNI)The Rupee on Friday heavily down by 28 paise to close at 87.49 against USD on brisk demand for US Dollar by bankers and importers, dealers at the Forex Market said.
Hyerabad, Feb 28 (UNI) Telangana Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy on Friday urged Union Defence Minister Rajnath Singh to declare Hyderabad-Bangalore as ''''Defence Industrial Corridor”.
Hyderabad, Feb 28 (UNI) Wonderla Holidays Limited, India’s largest and premier amusement park operator, on Friday announced to offer of an exclusive Buy 1, Get 1 Free ticket deal for women, along with a special women-only access across its amusement parks in Kochi, Hyderabad, Bengaluru, and Bhubaneswar on March 8, the Women’s day.
Chennai, Feb 28 (UNI) Reiterating his strong opposition to BJP-led government''s move to impose Hindi and the proposed delimitation of Lok Sabha seats, Tamil Nadu Chief Minister and DMK President M.K. Stalin said it would severely affect the state''s self-respect, social justice and welfare schemes.
Patna, Feb. 28 (UNI) Following strong protests made by the RJD regarding the sitting arrangements not being followed by some of the members of the lower house, the Speaker Nand Kishor Yadav gave his ruling and asked the members to follow the sitting arrangements.
Srinagar, Feb 28 (UNI) In a devastating fire incident that broke out at Hajin area of North Kashmir''s Bandipora district, four shopping complexes and two residential houses were gutted in blaze on Thursday night, officials said.
Imphal, Feb 28 (UNI) Kuki militants fired towards Kongba Maru Laiphamlen a religious place of the Meitei community on Friday at Imphal East. No one was injured in the incident.
Lahore, Feb 28 (UNI) Afghanistan won the toss and elected to bat first against Australia in their crucial Champions Trophy encounter at Gaddafi Stadium here on Friday.
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Hyderabad, Feb 28 (UNI) Wonderla Holidays Limited, India’s largest and premier amusement park operator, on Friday announced to offer an exclusive Buy 1, Get 1 Free ticket deal for women, along with a first-of-its-kind women-only access across its amusement parks in Kochi, Hyderabad, Bengaluru, and Bhubaneswar on March 8, the Women’s day.
Mumbai, Feb 28 (UNI) India and Japan have renewed the Bilateral Swap Arrangement (BSA) effective from Friday for up to USD 75 Billion.
Pune Feb 28 ( UNI) A man who allegedly raped a 26- years old woman inside government run state transport bus in the Swargate areas was arrested by crime branch Pune police on Friday.
Melbourne, Feb 28 (UNI) Australia off-spinner Matthew Kuhnemann says he has “never doubted” his bowling action after being cleared by the International Cricket Council.
London, Feb 28 (UNI) Jannik Sinner''s nomination for the Laureus World Sportsman of the Year award has been withdrawn after he was given a three-month doping ban.
Mumbai, Feb 28 (UNI) The Rupee on Friday slid 17 paise at 87.38 against USD in opening session on rising demand for US Dollar by bankers and exporters, dealers at the Forex Market said.
Shillong, Feb 28 (UNI) The Meghalaya High Court has upheld the ruling of the Assembly Speaker Thomas Sangma, who disallowed a special motion moved by opposition Voice of the People Party (VPP) legislator, Adelbert Nongrum.
Vladivostok, Feb. 28 (UNI) Scientists from Shirshov Institute of Oceanology of the Russian Academy of Sciences have developed Russia''s first system for monitoring climate-active substances in the Arctic Ocean, local media reported on Friday.
Geneva, Feb 28 (UNI) The closure of the US Agency for International Development (USAID) will negatively affect the fight against AIDS in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC), DRC Prime Minister Judith Suminwa Tuluka told Sputnik.
Moscow, Feb. 28 (UNI) Russia successfully launched the Progress MS-30 cargo spacecraft into orbit using a Soyuz-2.1a rocket on Friday, Russia''s state space corporation Roscosmos said.
Washington, Feb 28 (UNI) Germany''s right-wing Alternative for Germany (AfD) party welcomes direct Moscow-Washington talks but deems it important to keep in mind that the US wants to increase Europe''s defense spending as well as purchases of American weapons, AfD co-chair Tino Chrupalla told RIA Novosti.
New York, Feb. 28 (UNI) An earthquake with a magnitude of 5.5 jolted 14 km S of Kodāri̇̄, Nepal at 21:06:10 GMT on Thursday, the U.S. Geological Survey (USGS) said.
Baghdad, Feb. 28 (UNI) Iraqi Foreign Minister Fuad Hussein held a meeting here on Thursday with Special Representative of the UN Secretary-General for Iraq Mohamed Al Hassan, during which they discussed the withdrawal of the UN assistance mission and their future cooperation.
Vijayawada, Feb 27 (UNI) Indian Olympic Association president and Rajya Sabha member, P T Usha, called on Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu at the Secretariat here on Thursday.
Mumbai, Feb 27 (UNI) Lone acquitted accused in the 26/11 Mumbai terror attack case, Fahim Arshad Mohammad Yusuf Ansari, moved the Bombay High Court seeking police clearance certificate (PCC) to enable him to work as an autorickshaw driver to earn a livelihood.
Mumbai, Feb 27 (UNI) The Bombay High Court on Thursday expressed “shock” and raised questions over an order passed by a sessions court in Thane, which kept “in abeyance” the findings made by a magistrate in a report questioning the legitimacy of the encounter of an accused in the Badlapur sexual assault case.
Mumbai, Feb 27 (UNI) Maharashtra Transport Minister Pratap Sarnaik on Thursday ordered officials to immediately conduct security audit of all bus stands and depots in the state.
Bhubaneswar, Feb 27 (UNI) KIIT-DU, one of Odisha’s prominent educational institutions, has taken a series of steps to restore normalcy on campus.
Tirumala, Feb 27 (UNI) Anticipating devout rush during the summer holidays, Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanams (TTD) Additional Executive Officer Ch.Venkaiah Chowdary on Thursday asked the officials concerned to prepare a 90-day plan to deal with the pilgrims rush.
Santa Fe, Feb 27 (UNI) Oscar winning actor Gene Hackman, known for his commanding performances and unparalleled versatility, was found dead along with his wife Betsy Arakawa and pet dog at their residence in Santa Fe, New Mexico.
Kozhikode, Feb 27 (UNI) The District Anti-Narcotic Special Action Force (DANSAF) and Town Police arrested two tourist bus drivers, suspected of being drug peddlers, and seized 31.7 grams of methylenedioxy methamphetamine (MDMA) narcotic drugs on Thursday.
Istanbul, Feb 27 (UNI) Talks between U.S. and Russian delegations on bilateral issues concluded in Istanbul on Thursday, according to Xinhua reporters on the scene.
London, Feb 27 (UNI) Michael Vaughan has questioned England''s over-reliance on selecting out-and-out fast bowlers following their group-stage exit from the Champions Trophy.
Srinagar, Feb 27 (UNI) A residential house and a guest house were gutted in devastating fire in separate incidents that broke out in Srinagar on Thursday, officials saidFire and Emergency Service officials said that the fire broke out around 6 pm in a residential house in the Tailbal area causing extensive damage to the third floor and the attic portion of a bungalow.
Lahore, Feb 27 (UNI) Marnus Labuschagne says Australia are going all out to win their final group match at the ICC Champions Trophy 2025 when they face Afghanistan on Friday - and they know what to expect.
Bengaluru, Feb 27 (UNI) Karnataka Health Minister Dinesh Gundu Rao on Thursday warned hotels and roadside vendors against the use of plastic sheets in the preparation of idlis, following a health department study that detected carcinogenic elements in some samples.
Srinagar, Feb 27 (UNI) A major fire broke out in a residential house in the Tailbal area on the outskirts of Srinagar this evening, officials said on Thursday.
Ankara, Feb 27 (UNI) Turkey expects Ukraine and the United States to sign an agreement on rare earth resources and a support fund, but the way it will affect the settlement of the Ukrainian conflict remains to be seen, Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan said on Thursday.
Kolhapur / Raigad, Feb 27 (UNI) In an unfortunate incident, a young motorcycle rider died after being crushed between two State Transport buses at Alibaug ST bus depot in Raigad district on Thursday afternoon.
Jerusalem, Feb 27 (UNI) Israeli officials said on Thursday that the military would not withdraw from the strategic strip along the Gaza-Egypt border despite a ceasefire agreement that calls for a pullout by Saturday.
Chennai, Feb 27 (UNI) The two-day synchronized Vulture commencedon Thursday with the active co-operation of States of Kerala, Karnataka and Tamil Nadu.
Prayagraj, Feb 27 (UNI) Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Thursday announced that every sanitation and health worker involved in the Maha Kumbh mega-event would receive an additional bonus of Rs 10,000 from the state government.
Mumbai, Feb 27 (UNI) The Rupee on Thursday ended marginally weak at 87.20, easing nominal by one paisa against the USD on rising demand for US Dollar by bankers and importers, dealers at the Forex Market said.
Santiago (Chile), Feb 27 (UNI) United States took on Japan a day after their FIH Hockey Women''s Nations Cup match was originally scheduled to be played, following a general power outage in Chile which led to a government imposed a lockdown last evening.
Chennai, Feb 27 (UNI) A CBI Court on Thursday convicted and sentenced four accused, includingthe then Manager of Indian Overseas Bank (IOB), and two then Proprietors and a Managing Director of private firms to 5-7 years’ Rigorous Imprisonment in the 2012 Rs 19.79 crore bank fraud case.
New Delhi, Feb 27 (UNI) The Ministry of External Affairs has taken up the case of Indian student, Neelam Shinde, who is in critical condition after a car accident in California, sources said.
New Delhi, Feb 27 (UNI) The Supreme Court on Thursday held that arbitrary arrests and coercion by tax authorities violate constitutional rights, and directed that enforcement actions by the officials should remain within the bounds of the law.
Washington, Feb 27 (UNI) Washington''s allies in Asia fear that the United States may not support Taiwan if the island''s tensions with China escalate, NBC News reported on Thursday, citing former US officials.
Lahore, Feb 27 (UNI) Afghanistan have the chance to qualify for the semi-final stage in back-to-back Men’s ICC limited-over tournaments.
Moscow, Feb 27 (UNI) The ban on Facebook and Instagram (owned by Meta, banned in Russia for extremism) in Russia is not related to the trust between Moscow and Washington, companies must comply with Russian laws, Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov said on Thursday.
Dubai, Feb 27 (UNI) The Australian fast bowler has elaborated on his decision to skip the Champions Trophy in Pakistan and Dubai.
Lahore, Feb 27 (UNI) Fresh from a stunning victory over England, Afghanistan will look to continue their momentum when they take on Australia in the 10th match of the ICC Champions Trophy 2025 at the Gaddafi Stadium here on Friday.
Mumbai, Feb 27 (UNI) The Rupee continued to slide on Thursday too, tumbling down 17 paise at 87.36 against USD in opening session on brisk demand for US Dollar by bankers and exporters, dealers at the Forex Market said.
Tehran, Feb. 27 (UNI) Iraq on Wednesday repatriated 130 Iranian nationals imprisoned in the country, allowing them to serve the rest of their jail terms in their home country, according to the semi-official Fars news agency.
Washington, Feb 27 (UNI) US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth may visit South Korea in late March after the joint South Korean-American exercises Freedom Shield 2025, the Yonhap news agency reported, citing sources.
Kakinada, Feb 26 (UNI) Kakinada District Collector Shanmohan on Wednesday suspended eight employees (OPOs) for abstaining from the Godavari district''s graduate MLC election duties.
Itanagar, Feb 26 (UNI) As the rhythmic hymns of the Nyibus (priests) and foot-tapping traditional songs echoed through the picturesque town of Chayangtajo, Arunachal Pradesh Chief Minister Pema Khandu on Wednesday joined the Golden Jubilee celebrations of Nyokum, the most important indigenous festival of the Nyishi community.
Patna, Feb 26 (UNI) In a significant move to revitalize industrial growth in the state, Bihar government hasintroduced the Exit Policy-2025 under its Industry Promotion Initiative.
Solan, Feb 26 (UNI) A young motorcyclist’s reckless stunts on the Pinjore-Shimla National Highway in Solan of Himachal Pradesh have landed him in trouble with the law.
Washington, Feb 26 (UNI) US President Donald Trump said he wants to replace a long-standing visa programme for rich foreign investors with a "gold card" that would provide them legal permanent residency and a direct path to citizenship for $5 million.
Mumbai Feb 26 (UNI) Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar on Wednesday strongly condemned the rape of a woman in a state-goverment run MSRTC bus in Pune and sought death penalty for the alleged accused in the case.
Prayagraj, Feb 26 (UNI) The 45-day long Maha Kumbh, one of the largest spiritual and cultural congregation in the world, concluded with the final bathing festival on the auspicious occasion of Maha Shivratri on Wednesday.
San Jose/New Delhi, Feb 26 (UNI) A second group of migrants deported from the United States, including Indian nationals, arrived in Costa Rica on Tuesday, as part of the 200 foreign nationals that the Costa Rican government has agreed to receive.
Pune, Feb 26 (UNI) In a shocking incident, a 26-year-old woman was raped inside a government-run bus at Swargate Bus Depot here while she was going to her village on Wednesday, police said.
Thiruvananthapuram, Feb 26 (UNI) Russian-based ''Rewort Brewery'' on Wednesday apologised for using Mahatma Gandhi’s image on their beer cans and bottles and promised to stop producing such products and recall the rest from sale.
Kolhapur, Feb 26 (UNI) Inter-state bus services between Maharashtra and Karnataka, which had been suspended from both sides from February 22 following an alleged assault on a Marathi-speaking conductor in Chitradurga of southern state, resumed on Wednesday.
New Delhi, Feb 26 (UNI) UK’s Trade Secretary Jonathan Reynolds and Investment Minister Poppy Gustafsson announced 17 new export and investment deals during their visit to India this week.
Malda, Feb 26 (UNI) Trinamool Congress leader Lovely Khatun, who won the Panchayat election in 2023 and became Rashidabad Gram Pranchayat Pradhan, was accused of being a Bangladeshi immigrant and stripped off her post by an order from the local Sub-Divisional Officer in Malda district, an official sources said on Wednesday.
Chandigarh, Feb 26 (UNI) Haryana Assembly Speaker Harvinder Kalyan listened to the proposed state song and praised it, saying this song not only introduces the state as a whole but its lyrics and music are quite impressive.
Rajahmundry, Feb 26 (UNI) Andhra Pradesh Minister for Tourism Kandula Durgesh has stated that all the Pushkar Ghats of the river Godavari will be made safe for pilgrims to take a holy dip during the Godavari Pushkarams in 2027.
Bhubaneswar, Feb 26 (UNI) Former Inspector-in-Charge of Kujang police station, Tapan Nahak, was on Wednesday suspended by Odisha DGP Y B Khurania for gross misconduct and abuse of official position.
Beijing, Feb 26 (UNI) Zhu Chenjie will be sidelined for China''s upcoming FIFA World Cup qualifiers against Saudi Arabia and Australia after suffering a facial injury during a Chinese Super League match.
Chennai, Feb 26 (UNI) Five people, including four members of a family, were killed when the car in which they were travelling collided with a Tamil Nadu State Transport Corporation bus near Kulithalai in Karur district of the State on Wednesday early morning.
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Mumbai, Feb 26 (UNI) The city police have registered a case against a man for allegedly outraging the modesty of his estranged wife by sending her obscene and abusive messages.
Tokyo, Feb. 26 (UNI) The U.S. Navy''s amphibious transport dock ship USS San Diego and the Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force''s training support ship Kurobe docked at Japan''s Ishigaki port in Okinawa Prefecture on Wednesday, despite local requests to refrain from using civilian facilities.
New Delhi, Feb 26 (UNI) Varanasi Aurangabad NH-2 Tollway Private Limited (VAH), a ROADIS project responsible for the expansion to six lanes, operations and maintenance of the 192-km highway from Varanasi to Aurangabad, has successfully raised USD 316.3 million through a dollar-denominated bond issuance, official sources said on Wednesday.
Srinagar, Feb 26 (UNI) Bad weather forced the authorities to suspend the Gondola Cable Car service at the world famous ski resort of Gulmarg on Wednesday, Officials said.
Canberra, Feb. 26 (UNI) Australia''s Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has pledged over 2 billion U.S. dollars to fund transport projects in the country''s second-most populous state in a major pre-election commitment.
Pratapgarh, Feb 26 (UNI) Four persons were killed and three others injured when a car they were travelling in rammed into a roadside house in Kotwali Dehat area of Pratapgarh district in Uttar Pradesh on Wednesday.
Manila, Feb. 26 (UNI) The Asian Development Bank (ADB) on Wednesday said it has approved a loan of 200 million U.S. dollars to enhance the development of climate- and disaster-resilient sewerage and drainage infrastructure in Kolkata, India.
Ankara, Feb. 26 (UNI) Turkish police have detained 153 suspects in a large-scale anti-drug operation in Istanbul province, Interior Minister Ali Yerlikaya said Wednesday.
Moscow, Feb 26 (UNI) Preparations are underway for the launch of major investment projects focused on rare earth metals in Russia''s Murmansk and Irkutsk regions and the Sakha Republic, the Russian Ministry of Industry and Trade told Sputnik on Wednesday.
New Delhi, Feb 26 (UNI) The Supreme Court refused to quash criminal proceedings against Union Minister for Heavy Industries and Steel, HD Kumaraswamy, in a land de-notification case dating back to his tenure as Chief Minister of Karnataka.
Sydney, Feb 26 (UNI) Organizers of the Formula 1 Australian Grand Prix have lifted a ban on spectators entering the track at the conclusion of the race, Australian Broadcasting Corporation (ABC) reported on Wednesday.
Agartala, Feb 26 (UNI) A group of 75 migrant brick kiln workers suddenly entered the Bishalgarh Sub-divisional magistrate court in Tripura''s Sepahijala district seeking action against the factory owner on late Tuesday.
Rawalpindi, Feb 26 (UNI) The much-anticipated England-South Africa clash was abandoned without a ball being bowled on Tuesday, forcing both teams to settle for a point each.
Colombo, Feb. 26 (UNI) The first batch of vehicles imported for private use arrived at Colombo Port on Tuesday, following the government''s decision to end a five-year suspension on vehicle imports due to foreign reserve shortages.
Prayagraj, Feb 26 (UNI) The sacred Triveni Sangam in Prayagraj resonated with the sweet tinkling of cymbals, holy chants and vibrant colours as devotees from across the country gathered for the last ritualistic bath of Maha Kumbh on the auspicious occasion of Maha Shivratri.
Srinagar, Feb 26 (UNI) The Jammu & Kashmir Civil Society Forum (JKCSF) on Wednesday raised serious concerns over the sharp disparity in airfare for Haj pilgrims from Srinagar, calling it an unjust financial burden.
Moscow, Feb 26 (UNI) The Kremlin has dismissed statements that Russia was open to European peacekeeping troops in Ukraine.
Dubai, Feb 26 (UNI) A fresh face headlines Australia’s squad reveal, as the world''s top T20I side prepares for their three-game tour of New Zealand.
Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar, Feb 26 (UNI) The Marathwada region of Maharashtra state, comprising a total of eight districts, celebrated Maha Shivratri on Wednesday with religious fervour and sacred offerings to Lord Shiva.
Sydney, Feb 26 (UNI) The number of deaths from a disease linked to heavy rainfall and flooding in northeast of Australia''s state of Queensland has more than doubled to 12, local health authorities said.
Phnom penh, Feb 26 (UNI) A two-year-and-seven-month-old boy from southeast Cambodia''s Prey Veng province has died of H5N1 avian influenza, becoming the second death in 2025, the Ministry of Health has said.
Vladivostok, Feb 26 (UNI) Debris from Russia''s Progress MS-28 cargo spacecraft has plunged into the non-navigable part of the Pacific Ocean, Russia''s state space corporation Roscosmos said on Wednesday.
Thiruvananthapuram, Feb 26 (UNI) Devotees thronged Shiva temples in Kerala and offered worship and performed special poojas in connection with the Hindu festival, Maha Shivratri, which is being celebrated with zeal and religious fervour on Wednesday.
Beirut, Feb 26 (UNI) A series of powerful explosions has been heard in Damascus amid Israeli planes spotted in Syria''s south, the Al-Watan newspaper reported on Wednesday.
Kyiv, Feb 26 (UNI) UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer said that he plans to meet with representatives of several countries to discuss common security issues.
Kakinada, Feb 25 (UNI) Hyderabad-based Divis Laboratories Limited Company has conducted a pool campus drive in JNTUK Kakinada here on Tuesday for those who have completed B Tech in mechanical and chemical engineering besides BPharmacy, MPharmacy, BSc Chemistry and MSc Chemistry and also the male students studying in final year.
Mumbai, Feb 25 (UNI) In implementation of Pradhan Mantri Micro Food Processing Industries Scheme, Maharashtra is on top in the country and there are total 22,010 micro food processing industries in the state, said Advocate Manikrao Kokate, Food Processing Industry Scheme Minister, on Tuesday.
Pune, Feb 25 (UNI) The Customs officials have seized the US dollars equivalent to about approximately Rs 3. 47 crore in Indian currency from a bag at Pune airport.
Patna, Feb 25 (UNI) BJP President J P Nadda convened a meeting of the party''s core group on Tuesday to discuss strategy for the 2025 Bihar Assembly elections.
Mumbai, Feb 25 (UNI) Maharashtra Transport Minister Pratap Sarnaik said on Tuesday that the state would consider deploying police personnel on the Maharashtra State Road Transport Corporation (MSRTC) buses travelling to Karnataka. following an attack on a vehicle and its driver by pro-Kannada activists in Chitradurga last week.
California, Feb 25 (UNI) Grimes, the Canadian musician and former partner of Elon Musk, has raised concerns over the public exposure of their four year old son, X Æ A-Xii, following his unexpected appearance at the Oval Office.
Patna, Feb 25 (UNI) RJD leader Sunil Singh expressed his pleasure saying justice ultimately prevailed after his Council membership was restored by Supreme Court on Tuesday.
Patna, Feb. 25 (UNI) Bihar cabinet sanctioned 120 schemes worth Rs 30 thousand crore for South Bihar announced during the Pragati Yatra of Chief Minister Nitish Kumar.
Eluru (Andhra Pradesh) , Feb 25 (UNI) Eluru district police are making elaborate police bandobust by deploying sufficient numbers of police personnel to regulate crowds of devotees at the famous Sri Veereswara Swamy temple in Pattiseema on Mahashivaratri day on Wednesday.
Manavgat (Turkey), Feb 25 (UNI) The India U20 women''s team ended their Pink Ladies U20 Youth Cup campaign with a 0-3 defeat to Russia at the Emirhan Sport Center here on Tuesday.
Mumbai, Feb 25 (UNI) The city police have registered a criminal case against a male nurse for allegedly stealing cash and gold jewellery worth Rs 17.35 lakh from the residence of an 80-year-old bedridden patient in Andheri area of Mumbai, officials said on Tuesday.
Lucknow, Feb 25 (UNI) Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Tuesday alleged that the Samajwadi Party (SP) only focused on dividing the people of the state and never made efforts to make them self-reliant as no meaningful steps were taken for their welfare, which forced many to migrate.
Rawalpindi, Feb 25 (UNI) Relentless rain had the final say as the much-anticipated England-South Africa clash was abandoned without a ball being bowled, forcing both teams to settle for a point each.
Sharjah (UAE), Feb 25 (UNI) The Indian senior women''s team will face Korea Republic in their third and final friendly match at the Pink Ladies Cup on Wednesday at the Al Hamriya Sports Club Stadium here.
Guwahati, Feb 25 (UNI) Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday inaugurated the second edition of Advantage Assam saying the state is on its path to become a USD 150 billion economy by 2030 as “East India and Northeast India are embarking on a new journey of future today and Advantage Assam is a mega initiative to intertwine the incredible potential and progress of Assam with the world.”
Doha, Feb 25 (UNI) Iraq has proposed to the United States to agree on a new security pact that will include intelligence cooperation, Iraqi Defense Minister Thabit Al-Abbasi said on Tuesday.
Lucknow, Feb 25 (UNI) Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Tuesday strongly countered the opposition''s propaganda regarding the organisation of Maha Kumbh and their conduct during the Governor''s address.
Mumbai, Feb 25 (UNI) The Rupee on Tuesday heavily down 49 paise to close at 87.19 on brisk demand for US Dollar related to derivatives expiry, dealers at the Forex Market said.
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New Delhi, Feb 25 (UNI) The Delhi Legislative Assembly on Tuesday suspended 21 Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) MLAs, including Leader of Opposition Atishi, for three days for creating ruckus and sloganeering during Lieutenant Governor VK Saxena''s address.
Tehran, Feb 25 (UNI) Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov arrived in the Iranian capital of Tehran for a working visit on Tuesday, a Sputnik correspondent reported.
Rawalpindi, Feb 25 (UNI) The toss for the seventh match of the ICC Champions Trophy between Australia and South Africa at the International Cricket Stadium in Rawalpindi has been delayed due to rain.
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Moscow, Feb 25 (UNI) Ukraine will lose about half its arms, including "most effective" ones, if the United States stops sending military aid, Politico reported on Tuesday, citing Ben Barry, a senior fellow for land warfare at the International Institute for Strategic Studies.
Lausanne/Bhubaneswar, Feb 25 (UNI) FIH Pro League play wrapped up in Santiago del Estero, Argentina with the visiting neutral teams doing battle.
Bengaluru, Feb 25 (UNI) The Karnataka High Court has declined to quash a cheating case against Indian badminton players Lakshya Sen, Chirag Sen, their parents, and coach U Vimal Kumar over alleged fabrication of birth certificates for age-group tournaments.
Washington, Feb 25 (UNI) Defending champion Yuan Yue of China suffered an early exit at the WTA 250 ATX Open in Austin.
Jammu, Feb 25 (UNI) A man was found dead under mysterious circumstances in Pargwal area here in the city outskirts.
Kolkata, Feb 25 (UNI) Average housing prices across the top eight markets in India witnessed a 10 percent YoY rise during the last quarter of 2024, led by healthy demand momentum and positive market sentiment, according to CREDAI National president Boman Irani.
Kadapa, AP, Feb 25 (UNI) Three devotees were trampled to death by a herd of elephants and two were injured at Y Kota village in Obulavaripalli mandal in Annamayya district in the wee hours on Tuesday when they were going to the famous Shiva temple, located at Kona village.
Washington, Feb 25 (UNI) US Secretary of State Marco Rubio said the United States wanted to hold another meeting with Russian negotiators to have them outline Moscow''s conditions for agreeing to end the conflict in Ukraine.
New Delhi, Feb 25 (UNI) Amid ruckus, Delhi Assembly Speaker Vijender Gupta on Tuesday suspended 12 AAP MLAs, including, Leader of opposition Atishi from Minister Gopal Rai, and Vishesh Ravi for the whole day for disruption and sloganeering in the House.
Sagar, Feb 25 (UNI) At least 35 passengers were injured when a bus collided with a container in Madhya Pradesh''s Sagar district on Tuesday, police said.
Mumbai, Feb 25 (UNI) The rupee on Tuesday slipped 17 paise at 86.88 against the USD in the opening session on rising demand for US Dollar by bankers and exporters, dealers at the Forex Market said.
New Delhi, Feb 25 (UNI) Concerned over massive plastic waste at the Maha Kumbh, being held at Prayagraj, Uttar Pradesh, Aditya Birla group company UltraTech Cement has launched a “waste management” initiative in partnership with Prayagraj Nagar Nigam (local administration).
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Lahore, Feb 25 (UNI) Afghanistan and England will battle for survival in the ICC Champions Trophy 2025 as they face off in a crucial group-stage encounter at the Gaddafi Stadium here on Wednesday.
London, Feb 25 (UNI) The United Kingdom does not rule out Russia''s return to the Group of Seven (G7), and this will be a subject of discussion with London''s allies, UK Deputy Home Secretary for Security Dan Jarvis said.
Unnao (UP), Feb 25 (UNI) A man and his two minor children were killed, whereas his wife was injured, when a car collided with a tempo traveller in the Bangarmau area of Unnao district here in Uttar Pradesh on Tuesday, a police officer said here.
Sydney, Feb. 25 (UNI) Australia and New Zealand have the highest rates of breast cancer incidence in the world, the Science Media Exchange (Scimex) online news portal reported on Tuesday.
Moscow, Feb 25 (UNI) Two men aged 48 and 59 were detained at a pro-Ukrainian demonstration in the French city of Marseille on Monday evening, one of them is suspected of attacking the Russian consulate, the RMC radio reported, citing sources.
Kyiv, Feb 25 (UNI) The newly proposed resolution on the Ukraine conflict, drafted by Washington, was adopted by the UN Security Council members, a RIA Novosti correspondent reported.
San Francisco, Feb. 25 (UNI) TikTok, along with its Chinese counterpart Douyin, has become the first non-gaming app to surpass 6 billion U.S. dollars in annual in-app purchase (IAP) revenue, according to a report by app intelligence firm Sensor Tower.
Kyiv, Feb 25 (UNI) Canadian Foreign Minister Melanie Joly said that the G7 countries were still working on a joint statement on Ukraine, noting the disagreement of several countries with the US position on the conflict.
Moscow, Feb 25 (UNI) A possible agreement on natural resources between the United States and Ukraine has nothing to do with Russia, although Ukraine''s resources must be carefully assessed, Russian President Vladimir Putin said on Monday.
Moscow, Feb 25 (UNI) Russia and the United States could think about returning to the project of hydroelectric power plant and aluminum production in Russia''s Krasnoyarsk Territory, Russian President Vladimir Putin said on Monday.
Kolhapur, Feb 24 (UNI) A police constable died on the spot and another woman police constable was seriouslyinjured after a speeding tempo collided head-on with their scooter at Tirvade village on Gaganbavda road in thedistrict on Monday.
Itanagar, Feb 24 (UNI) Arunachal Pradesh Skill Development & Entrepreneurship Minister Nyato Dukam on Monday emphasised the importance of pedagogy and modernizing teaching methods to meet industry demands, especially catering to the trainees of Industrial Training Institutes (ITIs) across the state.
Vijayawada, Feb 24 (UNI) Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu suggested that all RTC buses in the state should be equipped with GPS systems, allowing passengers to track bus locations, know the arrival times, and plan their journeys accordingly.
Nizamabad (Telangana), Feb 24 (UNI) Telangana Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy on Monday alleged that the Bharat Rashtra Samithi (BRS) and Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) are "conspiring" to weaken the Congress in the state.
Patna, Feb 24 (UNI) Union Agriculture Minister Shivraj Singh Chauhan on Monday said "frustrated" opposition leaders are raising questions on Prime Minister Narendra Modi''s vsit to Bihar.
Kochi, Feb 24 (UNI) Kerala BJP leader P C George was sent to 14-day judicial custody on Monday in connection with his remarks against a community allegedly having terrorist links in India.
Mumbai, Feb 24 (UNI) Maharashtra Fisheries Minister Nitesh Rane asserted on Monday that the use of artificial intelligence (AI) is important for strengthening maritime security and increasing fish production.
Prayagraj, Feb 24 (UNI) Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde, along with his family, took a holy dip at Triveni Sangam, the confluence of the sacred rivers Ganga, Yamuna and invisible Saraswati on Monday.
Nashik, Feb 24 (UNI) Governor and Chancellor of Universities in the state, C P Radhakrishnan on Monday asked the Yashwantrao Chavan Maharashtra Open University (YCMOU) to start short courses in various foreign languages, including English, to meet the demand for skilled manpower.
New Delhi, Feb 24 (UNI) President Droupadi Murmu today said that the presence of women in a peacekeeping mission makes it more diverse and inclusive.
Vijayawada, Feb 24 (UNI) Former Minister RK Roja criticized Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu and Deputy Chief Minister K Pawan Kalyan for misleading the people and the Governor in the Assembly in connection with the address of the latter to Joint Session of Assembly and Council on Monday.
Srinagar, Feb 24 (UNI) Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Monday said it is not possible to address all issues of people under the Union Territory Status in Jammu and Kashmir.
Tumakuru, Feb 24 (UNI) Karnataka Home Minister G Parameshwara on Monday accused the state BJP of exploiting the recent attack on Udayagiri police station in Mysuru for deriving political mileage, asserting that the police had taken all necessary measures in the case.
Kolhapur, Feb 24 (UNI) A police constable died on the spot and another woman police constable was seriously injured after a speeding tempo collided head-on with their scooter at Tirvade village on Gaganbavda road in the district on Monday.
Santiago del Estero, Feb 24 (UNI) It was a double victory here in Argentina for Los Leones and Las Leonas in their last home games of the FIH Pro League series.
(Rptng, correcting headline)New Delhi, Feb 24 (UNI) Union Minister of Power Manohar Lal Khattar on Monday said Carbon Credits market is not merely a policy matter but it will play a crucial role in achieving the sustainable growth in the country.
Ankara, Feb 24 (UNI) Having won their first two matches at the Pink Ladies U20 Youth Cup, the Indian U20 women''s team will take on Russia in the third and final friendly match on Tuesday, at the Emirhan Sport Centre in Manavgat, here in Turkey, at 16:30 IST.
New Delhi, Feb 24 (UNI) Union Minister of Power Manohar Lal Khattar on Monday said Carbon Credits market is not merely a policy matter but it will play a crucial role in achieving the sustainable growth in the country.
Srinagar, Feb 24 (UNI) At least nine residential houses were damaged in two separate fire incidents that broke out in Srinagar while two firemen were injured in the operation on Monday, officials said.
Agartala, Feb 24 (UNI) Tripura Government on Monday announced to fill up 333 posts under various departments in the state government.
Moscow, Feb 24 (UNI) Unknown people threw two Molotov cocktails in the garden that is located on the territory of the Russian consulate general in Marseille on Monday, the Valeurs Actuelles news agency reported, citing a police source.
Patna, Feb 24 (UNI) At least seven labourers were killed on the spot and five others seriously injured when the autorickshaw in which they were travelling collided with a speeding truck near Dhanichak turning on Masaudhi Nabatpur road under Masaudhi police station area in Patna district late on Sunday night.
Srinagar, Feb 24 (UNI) At least five residential houses were damaged in a devastating fire incident that broke out in the Kursoo Rajbagh area of Srinagar on Monday.
Hyderabad, Feb 24 (UNI) Hyderabad is set to host BioAsia 2025, the world’s leading life sciences and healthcare event, on Tuesday.
Bengaluru, Feb 24 (UNI) BJP leader Vijayendra Yediyurappa on Monday launched a scathing attack on the Congress government in Karnataka, accusing it of misuing funds meant for Scheduled Caste and Scheduled Tribe communities, to fulfil its guarantee schemes, thereby sidelining development initiatives.
Belagavi, Feb 24 (UNI) Transport Minister Ramalinga Reddy on Monday announced that those involved in the recent assault on a Karnataka State Road Transport Corporation (KSRTC) bus conductor in Belagavi will be charged under the stringent Goonda Act. The incident occurred on February 21, when a group of passengers attacked conductor Mahadev Hukkeri following a dispute over language preferences. The altercation escalated after Hukkeri requested the passengers to converse in Kannada, leading to a physical assault. Addressing reporters, Reddy strongly condemned the attack and criticised the police for what he termed a lack of "common sense" in booking Hukkeri under the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences (POCSO) Act.
Hyderabad, Feb 24 (UNI) A Fire broke out in a private Hyderabad-bound bus on the National Highway near Jadcherla, on the outskirts of the city, in the early hours on Monday.
New Delhi, Feb 24 (UNI) The Supreme Court on Monday refused to grant bail to a juvenile, emphasizing that being a repeat offender does not shield him from the law due to his age.
California, Feb 24 (UNI) Former world number one Venus Williams has turned down a wildcard for next month''s Indian Wells tournament.
Sharjah (UAE), Feb 24 (UNI) The Indian senior women''s team suffered a 0-2 defeat at the hands of Russia in their second match of the Pink Ladies Cup at the Al Hamriya Sports Club Stadium here.
Belagavi, Feb 24 (UNI) Bus services between Maharashtra and Karnataka remained suspended on Monday as tensions escalated over a language dispute in Belagavi, triggering protests and retaliatory actions in both states.
Mumbai, Feb 24 (UNI) The Rupee on Monday gained 5 paise at 86.33 against USD in opening session on selling of US Dollar by bankers and importers, dealers at the Forex Market said.
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Kyiv, Feb 24 (UNI) A ceasefire in Ukraine without eliminating the root causes of the conflict threatens to have grave consequences, including for Russian-US relations.
Kyiv, Feb 24 (UNI) Friedrich Merz, who leads the Christian Democratic Union and Christian Social Union (CDU/CSU) bloc, on Sunday called achieving Germany''s independence from the Unites States his "absolute priority," saying that the future of Ukraine is "relatively indifferent" to the US.
Canberra, Feb 24 (UNI) Australia imposed the largest sanctions package against Russia since 2022, targeting 70 individuals and 79 entities, the country''s government said in a statement.
Moscow, Feb 24 (UNI) Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov arrived in Turkey on a working visit, a Sputnik correspondent reported on Sunday.
Mumbai, Feb 23 (UNI) A delegation headed by Maharashtra Cultural Affairs Minister Advocate Ashish Shelar has left for Paris on Sunday to get 12 forts of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj as UNESCO World Heritage.
Dubai, Feb 23 (UNI) Virat Kohli, known for his composure under pressure, highlighted the significance of mental clarity in his game after steering India to a crucial victory and securing qualification.
Pune, Feb 23 (UNI) Taking an exception to Union Commerce & Industry Minister Piyush Goyal''s attempt to put the blame on the previous UPA government for the international trade deficit with China, Maharashtra Congress spokesperson Gopal Tiwari on Sunday termed the allegations as ''baseless'' and ''concocted''.
Prayagraj, Feb 23 (UNI) Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Sunday hailed Sant Gadge as a pioneer of social justice who spearheaded public awareness against caste discrimination, superstition, and uncleanliness.
California, Feb 23 (UNI) Billionaire tech mogul Elon Musk finds himself at the centre of a legal maelstrom, as conservative influencer Ashley St. Clair has initiated legal proceedings seeking sole custody of her son. she claims, was born out of her relations with the Tesla and X owner.
Jammu, Feb 23 (UNI) Ahead of the crucial upcoming Budget session of the Jammu and Kashmir Assembly, Union Minister Dr Jitendra Singh on Sunday urged BJP MLAs to engage constructively in the House and present a united front on matters concerning the welfare of the people of the Union Territory.
Kochi, Feb 23 (UNI) The Kerala Government has charted a time-bound roadmap for the realisation of business proposals received at the just-concluded Invest Kerala Global Summit (IKGS 2025), as Industries Minister P Rajeeve revealed on Sunday that authorities will evaluate the Expressions of Interest (EoIs) within two weeks.
Mumbai, Feb 23 (UNI) Maharashtra Transport Minister Pratap Sarnaik has ordered suspension of state transport bus services to Karnataka following an alleged attack on a state-run Maharashtra State Road Transport Corporation (MSRTC) bus and its driver by pro-Kannada activists in Karnataka’s Chitradurga.
Shenzhen, Feb 23 (UNI) World No. 1 Lin Shidong of China suffered a seven-game upset in the men''s singles semifinals, while Sun Yingsha cruised into the women''s final at the Asian Cup table tennis tournament on Sunday.
Kollam (Kerala), Feb 23 (UNI) Police filed cases against two persons who allegedly placed a telephone pole across the railway track suspecting an attempt to derail Palaruvi Express (16791) heading towards Kollam.
Chandigarh, Feb 23 (UNI) In a major breakthrough Batala police busts a major extortion racket run by USA based Gurdev Jassal and apprehend two persons, said Punjab DGP Gaurav Yadav on X (Twitter) on Sunday.
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Hyderabad, Feb 23 (UNI) Bharat Rashtra Samithi (BRS) Working President K T Rama Rao (KTR) has accused the BJP-led central government of protecting Telangana Chief Minister Revanth Reddy despite multiple corruption allegations.
Moscow, Feb 23 (UNI) NATO is becoming a means of containing the United States itself due to the contradictions between the European elites and Washington, the deputy director general of the Rossiya Segodnya media group and member of the Russian Security Council''s science board, Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary Alexander Yakovenko told Sputnik.
Moscow, Feb. 23 (UNI) Russian President Vladimir Putin on Sunday vowed to enhance the combat potential and effectiveness of Russia''s armed forces while ensuring its military is equipped with modern weaponry.
Belagavi, Feb 23 (UNI) Bus services between Karnataka and Maharashtra have been severely impacted following a series of violent incidents targeting bus drivers from both states amid the ongoing border dispute in Belagavi.
Srinagar, Feb 23 (UNI) Three residential houses were gutted in a fire incident that broke out in the Nawabazar area in the old city of Srinagar on Sunday.
Thiruvananthapuram, Feb 23 (UNI) A fish bone that got stuck in the esophagus of a 55-year-old woman has been successfully removed through a complex procedure by a medical team at KIMSHEALTH.
Jerusalem/Damascus, Feb. 23 (UNI) The Israeli military said on Saturday it conducted airstrikes targeting border crossings between Syria and Lebanon, accusing Hezbollah of using the routes to smuggle weapons into Lebanon.
Washington, Feb 23 (UNI) UK Foreign Secretary David Lammy said that on Monday he would announce the largest package of sanctions against Russia since the start of the conflict in Ukraine.
Jerusalem, Feb. 23 (UNI) Israel announced early Sunday that it had postponed the release of Palestinian detainees, who were set to be freed Saturday under the ceasefire agreement until more hostages are released.
Chandigarh, Feb 22 (UNI) Haryana Transport Minister Anil Vij said that to facilitate devotees attending the Mahakumbh in Prayagraj, the state Transport department had operated a total of 595 buses from all districts till February 21, with all buses running to full capacity.
Chandigarh, Feb 22 (UNI) The second round of talks between the Union government and representatives of the Samyukt Kisan Morcha (non-political) and the Kisan Mazdoor Morcha took place on Saturday at the Mahatma Gandhi State Institute of Public Administration (MGSIPA) in a constructive and cordial atmosphere, with both sides engaging in a meaningful dialogue.
New Delhi, Feb 22 (UNI) External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar today said the revelations by the Trump administration about USAID giving $21 million for “voter turnout in India” are “concerning” and added that the government is looking into it and the facts will come out.
Lahore, Feb 22 (UNI) Josh Inglis’ blistering century propelled Australia to a record-breaking chase as they overhauled England’s formidable 351/8 to secure a five-wicket victory in the ICC Champions Trophy on Saturday.
Jammu, Feb 22 (UNI) A driver was killed while 17 pilgrims of Shri Mata Vaishno Devi suffered injuries when a bus ferrying them met with an accident and fell into a ditch near Manda here near city area.
Dubai, Feb 22 (UNI) India opener Shubman Gill played down the hype surrounding the much-anticipated India-Pakistan clash in the Champions Trophy 2025, asserting that the team’s ultimate focus remains on reaching and winning the final. "It is not for me to say whether the contest is under-hyped or over-hyped. There is a long history of India-Pakistan cricket. It is always exciting, but for us, it does not change anything. It is an important match, but the most important match will always be the final," Gill told reporters on the eve of India-Pakistan encounter here on Saturday.
Banda (UP), Feb 22 (UNI) A 19-year-old girl died while her mother and sister were taken ill after consuming some poisonous substance in Kotwali Nagar area of Banda district here in Uttar Pradesh on Saturday, a police officer said here.
Prayagraj, Feb 22 (UNI) As the grand Mahakumbh approaches its final sacred bath on Mahashivratri, an enthusiastic group of 2,000 devotees from Asansol in West Bengal, has set out in 40 buses to participate in the Maha Kumbh, preparing for the sacred bath.
Kochi, Feb 22 (UNI) Kerala can compete on the global stage in the area of sustainable agri-food value-added products by ensuring quality and adopting innovation, experts at the two-day Invest Kerala Global Summit (IKGS 2025) said here on Saturday.
Agartala, Feb 22 (UNI) BJP-led government in Tripura has taken a loan for payment of instalments and interest of previous Left Front government, said Chief Minister Dr Manik Saha here on Saturday.
Bengaluru, Feb 22 (UNI) With a prize purse of $200,000 at stake, the draw for the DafaNews Bengaluru Open 2025 has been officially announced on Saturday, setting the stage for an exciting week of tennis at the KSLTA Courts, Cubbon Park.
Hyderabad, Feb 22 (UNI) The Telangana State Road Transport Corporation (TGSRTC) has made extensive arrangements to ensure hassle-free transport for devotees travelling to Shaiva Kshetras on the occasion of Maha Shivaratri.
Mumbai, Feb 22 (UNI) The city police on Saturday arrested musician Pritam Chakraborty''s office boy in a case of alleged theft of Rs 40 lakh from the music director''s office.
Srinagar, Feb 22 (UNI) J&K Police on Saturday said they recovered a stolen vehicle in Srinagar from an accused involved in an extortion case.
Sharjah (UAE), Feb 22 (UNI) The senior India women’s national team, buoyed by their 2-0 victory against Jordan in the first match of the Pink Ladies Cup 2025, will now take on Russia at the Al Hamriya Sports Club Stadium here on Sunday.
Lahore, Feb 22 (UNI) Leading England’s charge with the bat, opener Ben Duckett fired the highest-ever total in ICC Champions Trophy history during the Group B encounter against Australia.
Hyderabad, Feb 22 (UNI) Telangana Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy has asserted that he has been given a unique opportunity regarding the caste census, an initiative that no other Chief Minister in the country has undertaken.
Bhubaneswar, Feb 22 (UNI) Hockey India congratulated Sushila Chanu Pukhrambam on completing 250 International Caps for India on Saturday.
Hyderabad, Feb 22 (UNI) Yashoda Hospitals, Hitech City, is hosting "Deccan Hematolink 2.0," the largest international conference on blood cancers, bringing together over 200 national and 10 international oncology and hemato-oncology experts.
Hyderabad, Feb 22 (UNI) BRS Working President KT Rama Rao (KTR) launched a sharp attack on Telangana Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy, accusing him of mismanaging the state''s finances and spreading false propaganda.
New Delhi, Feb 22 (UNI) After the US President Donald Trump said that the USAID gave $21 million ''to my friend Prime Minister Narendra Modi in India for voter turnout'' in India, the Congress on Saturday launched a fresh attack on the PM and demanded a ''''white paper'''' on the issue.
Port Louis/New Delhi, Feb 22 (UNI) Prime Minister Narendra Modi will be travelling to Mauritius next month to attend the 57th anniversary of independence of that nation as Guest of Honour on March 12.
Chennai, Feb 22 (UNI) Continuing his attack on the BJP-led government at the Centre for refusing to release Rs 2,152 crore due funds to Tamil Nadu under SSA affecting more than 43 lakh students linking it to accepting NEP-2020 and 3-language poliy, Chief Minister M K Stalin on Saturday said NEP was a threat to social justice, Tamil language and the people of TN.
Washington/New Delhi, Feb 22 (UNI) US President Donald Trump has again said that USAID gave $21 million for “voter turnout in India”, only this time he said it was given “to my friend PM Modi in India for voter turnout”.
Karimnagar (Telangana), Feb 22 (UNI) Union Minister of State for Home Affairs Bandi Sanjay Kumar on Saturday described the upcoming MLC election in the state as a battle between betrayal and deception versus struggle and justice.
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Kolhapur, Feb 22 (UNI) Maharashtra State Road Transport (MSRTC) has suspended its bus service from Kolhapur to neighbouring Karnataka state this morning for assaulting a Marathi bus conductor for not speaking Kannada.
Mumbai, Feb 22 (UNI) Pharma major, Lupin on Saturday said that it has received establishment inspection report (EIR) from the US Food and Drug Administration (U.S. FDA) for its manufacturing facility in Somerset, New Jersey, USA.
Tokyo, Feb 22 (UNI) A Japanese court on Friday rejected a request of thousands of residents to suspend operations of two reactors at a nuclear power plant in Kagoshima prefecture in southwestern Japan, local media reported.
Berlin, Feb 22 (UNI) A tourist from Spain was seriously injured in a stabbing incident at Berlin''s Holocaust Memorial on Friday evening, police said. The suspect has been taken into custody.
Chandigarh, Feb 21 (UNI) Patiala Police busted a target killing module being operated by foreign-based gangster Goldy Dhillon with the arrest of its two operatives from Rajpura, said DGP Punjab Gaurav Yadav here on Friday.
Kochi, Feb 21 (UNI) Spurred by strategic investments, sustainable development and thriving business ecosystem, Kerala is on track to become a Rs 88 lakh crore (USD 1 trillion) economy by 2047, experts said at Invest Kerala Global Summit (IKGS 2025) here on Friday.
New Delhi, Feb 21 (UNI) Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday said language is not just a medium of communication but a carrier of culture.
Mumbai Feb 21 (UNI) Former CEO of Mumbai New India Cooperative Bank Abhimanyou Bhoan has been remanded to police custody till February 28 after his arrest in connection with a Rs 122 crore scam by the Economic Offence Wing (EOW) of Mumbai police.
Krishnagiri (Tamil Nadu), Feb 21 (UNI) Police opened fire at a 23-year-old man accused in the gangrape of a girl, after he allegedly attacked two police personnel with a knife in a bid to escape from being arrested in Krishnagiri district of Tamil Nadu on Friday.
Jammu, Feb 21 (UNI) Charging BJP with adopting deceitful tactics in restoring statehood, Jammu and Kashmir Pradesh Congress Committee (JKPCC) President Tariq Hameed Karra on Friday said that getting statehood is genuine demand and a legitimate right of the people of Jammu and Kashmir.
Srinagar, Feb 21 (UNI) Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Friday said that investments in Jammu and Kashmir must have land investment safeguards, and create jobs for local youth.
Tirunelveli (Tamil Nadu), Feb 21 (UNI) Unidentified miscreants lobbed a petrol bomb at the house of a tea shop owner owing to enmity at Soundaralingapuram near Panagudi in Tirunelveli district of Tamil Nadu early on Friday.
Rajgir, Feb 21 (UNI) At least one person was killed and 12 others injured when a bus carrying them is kidded and overturned in a roadside ditch.
Kochi, Feb 21 (UNI) Union Minister of Commerce and Industry Piyush Goyal on Friday declared Kerala as an attractive destination for investments and offered the Centre''s full support to the state in realising its full potential in terms of global investments.
Colombo, Feb 21 (UNI) Sri Lanka Cricket (SLC) imposed a fine of US$ 10,000 on Dasun Shanaka for breaching the terms of the player contract he entered into with SLC.
Aizawl, Feb 21 (UNI) Police have made another arrest in connection with the suspected murder of a 59-year-old man from Bungthuam village, whose body was discovered on February 13.
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Puri, Feb 21 (UNI) The Sri Jagannath Temple has launched a special project, "Amrut Anna," to make the Mahaprasad of the Lords tastier and healthier.
Kochi, Feb 21 (UNI) Kerala Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan on Friday opened an exhibition at the Invest Kerala Global Summit (IKGS 2025), showcasing the state’s industrial growth, opportunities, and investment potential.
Johannesburg/New Delhi, Feb 21 (UNI) External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar, who is in Johannesburg, met with his counterparts from Ireland and Algeria, with the Foreign Ministers of Australia and France as part of the trilateral, and also with the European Union High Representative for Foreign Affairs.
Johannesburg/New Delhi, Feb 21 (UNI) External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar met with Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi in Johannesburg, during which the two sides reviewed the developments in the bilateral relationship, especially the management of peace and tranquility in the border areas, trans-border rivers and travel facilitation.
Washington, Feb 21 (UNI) The Pentagon will temporarily freeze hiring new employees within the framework of optimization of its functioning, US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth has said.
Jammu, Feb 21 (UNI) A mysterious blast took place on Friday along the Line of Control in Poonch district of Jammu and Kashmir.
Srinagar, Feb 21 (UNI) Hurriyat Chairman and Kashmir Chief Cleric Mirwaiz Umar Farooq on Friday asked the government to stop interference in religious matters.
New Delhi, Feb 21 (UNI) India today said that revelations about USAID’s funding of US$21 million for “voter turnout” in India are deeply troubling and has led to concerns about foreign interference in India’s internal affairs.
Mumbai, Feb 21 (UNI)The Rupee on Friday slipped four paise to close at 86.70against USD on rising demand for US dollars from bankers and importers, dealers at the Forex Market said.
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Mumbai, Feb 21 (UNI) Country''s leading microfinance institution, Satin Creditcare Network (SCNL), has been assigned an SQS2 Sustainability Quality Score (Very Good) for its Social Financing Framework dated January 2025.
Muscat (Oman), Feb 21 (UNI) The final day of pool play at the FIH Hockey Men’s Nations Cup 2 came to an end here with Egypt, Poland, Scotland and United States claiming the four semi-final spots.
Bengaluru, Feb 21 (UNI) The Karnataka Pradesh Congress Committee (KPCC) has urged Chief Minister Siddaramaiah to allow Muslim government employees to avail a two-hour evening leave during the holy month of Ramzan, following similar provisions introduced in Telangana and Andhra Pradesh.
Agartala, Feb 21 (UNI) A middle-aged tribal woman of distant Harishnagar in Bishalgarh of Tripura’s Sepahijala district was killed by a group of youths for allegedly practicing witchcraft.
Lahore, Feb 21 (UNI) Shane Watson has backed all-rounder Glenn Maxwell to dominate the ICC Men’s Champions Trophy 2025 and lead Australia to yet another ODI title.
Peddapalli (Telangana), Feb 21 (UNI) Union Minister of State for Home Affairs Bandi Sanjay Kumar has accused the Congress government of planning to collect Rs 50,000 crore under the Layout Regularisation Scheme (LRS), calling it a betrayal of their election promise to regularise lands for free.
Thiruvananthapuram, Feb 21 (UNI) Technopark has opened civil and electrical engineering laboratories in its Phase I campus.
New Delhi, Feb 21 (UNI) India is emerging as a global powerhouse, and in order to further accelerate this momentum and speed, we need world-class leaders, Prime Minister Narendra Modi said on Friday while inaugurating the first edition of the School of Ultimate Leadership (SOUL) conclave.
Mexico City, Feb 21 (UNI) The Honduran Foreign Ministry has announced a joint operation with the United States to deport 174 Venezuelan illegal migrants.
Kochi, Feb 21 (UNI) IBS Software Founder & Executive Chairman VK Mathews has been selected for the ‘Businessman of the Year 2024,’ award instituted by the State Forum of Bankers’ Clubs, the apex body of all leading banks in Kerala.
Lahore, Feb 21 (UNI) It is a battle between Australia''s relentless dominance and England''s fight to rediscover their ODI mojo.
Johannesburg/New Delhi, Feb 21 (UNI) Differences must not become disputes, disputes should not become conflicts, and conflicts should not lead to a bigger breakdown, External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar said at the G20 Foreign Ministers’ Meeting in Johannesburg, adding that there are lessons from the last few years for the group to reflect on.
Mumbai, Feb 21 (UNI) The rupee on Friday rose marginally by three paise at 86.63 against the USD in the opening session on the selling of US dollars by bankers and importers, dealers at the Forex Market said.
Sydney, Feb 21 (UNI) Authorities in the Australian state of Queensland have reported a fifth death from melioidosis linked to heavy rainfall.
Jerusalem, Feb 21 (UNI) Three empty buses exploded simultaneously Thursday night in Israel''s Tel Aviv area, while explosive devices were found on at least two others before they could detonate, in what police said was a "suspected terror attack." No injuries have been reported, Israel''s Magen David Adom rescue service said.
California, Feb 20 (UNI) Two-time Wimbledon winner Petra Kvitova and seven-time Grand Slam singles champion Venus Williams have been awarded wild cards into next month''s BNP Paribas Open, the tournament announced on Wednesday.
Johannesburg/New Delhi, Feb 21 (UNI) External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar met Russian FM Sergey Lavrov in Johannesburg on Thursday, during which the two sides discussed the recent Ukraine developments, including the peace efforts in Riyadh.
Patna, Feb 20 (UNI) Jan Suraaj founder Prashant Kishor on Thursday alleged that both RJD president Lalu Prasad and Chief Minister Nitish Kumar ruined Bihar during the last 35 years, in the name of social justice.
Kolkata, Feb 20 (UNI) The West Bengal Police have arrested a terror sspect, who has direct link with the banned Ansarullah Bangla team, from a hideout, official sources said on Thursday.
Nellore (Andhra) Feb 20 (UNI) As many as 27 passengers travelling in a private bus had a miraculous escape as the bus rammed a petrol filling station at Kovoor in the district in AP on the national highway on Thursday.
New Delhi/Dhaka, Feb 20 (UNI) Former Bangladesh Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina said that under her Awami League government the poverty levels had come down significantly and the country was recognised as a role model of development worldwide, which has all been lost under the "fascist, murderer" Interim Government led by Mohammed Younus.
New Delhi, Feb 20 (UNI) Delhi''s BJP government in its first cabinet meeting on Thursday approved the Ayushman Bharat scheme with a top up of Rs 5 lakhs and 14 pending CAG reports, which the new regime has promised to table in the first seating of the Assembly.
New Delhi, Feb 20 (UNI) Undocumented Indians deported by the US as part of the Trump administration’s strict immigration policy began arriving in the Central American nations of Panama and Costa Rica, with the Indian mission there gaining consular access to the Indian nationals.
Lucknow, Feb 20 (UNI) To ensure seamless travel for devotees during the last phase of Maha Kumbh, the Uttar Pradesh government has arranged 1,200 additional rural buses, allocated strategically across different areas for better crowd management.
Mumbai, Feb 20 (UNI) The Kalyan police have arrested a man who allegedly killed his cousin brother over dispute on a land in Jaunpur, Uttar Pradesh.
Eluru, AP, Feb 20 (UNI) A high-level delegation from Pegasus Capital Advisors, led by global leaders in climate, sustainability, and agriculture, visited A. Gokavaram in Unguturu Mandal and Vadlapatla, Kodurupadu villages in Bhimadole Mandal in Eluru District on Thursday to discuss and take part in field visits for advancing advancing environmental and economic sustainability projects.
Mumbai, Feb 20 (UNI) Lalan Singh, an absconding accused in the multi-crore Torres Ponzi scheme, was arrested from a hotel in Vashi by a team of the Economic Offences Wing (EOW) of the Mumbai police, which is probing the case, an official said here on Thursday.
Aizawl, Feb 20 (UNI) The central government has unveiled plans to upgrade Mizoram’s Lengpui airport under the Krishi Udan scheme, aiming to boost the transportation of agricultural and horticultural produce by air.
Srinagar, Feb 20 (UNI) Police have attached a double storey residential house and seized cash of Rs 14.52 lakh of a notorious drug peddler under Narco Act in Jammu Kashmir’s Shopian district.
Chennai, Feb 20 (UNI) Australia will play a key role in India''s first Gaganyaan Mission, particularlyin astronaut recovery operations.
Moscow, Feb 20 (UNI) Two people have died after a light aircraft made a hard landing in Russia''s Nizhny Novgorod region, the regional emergency ministry said on Thursday.
Yangon, Feb. 20 (UNI) Myanmar opened the Food Industry Development Forum (2025) on Wednesday in Nay Pyi Taw, the state-run daily The Mirror reported on Thursday.
Mumbai, Feb 20 (UNI) The Rupee on Thursday ended strong at 86.66, advancing 30 paise against USD on selling of US Dollar from bankers and exporters, dealers at the Forex Market said.
Itanagar, Feb 20 (UNI) Chief Minister Pema Khandu on Thursday asserted that the state’s anti-conversion law, Arunachal Pradesh Freedom of Religion Act, does not target any particular religious group rather it aims to safeguard the indigenous faiths regardless of one’s religious affiliation.
Thiruvananthapuram, Feb 20 (UNI) Kerala International Centre and Goethe Zentrum will organise a discussion on renowned author and retired bureaucrat Thomas Mathew’s book ‘Ratan Tata: A Life’, which is a riveting and authoritative biography of the late industrialist and philanthropist, here on February 22.
Canberra, Feb. 20 (UNI) Australia''s Prime Minister (PM) and the Premier of South Australia (SA) have announced a 1.5 billion U.S. dollar support package for a major steelworks after its owner was placed into administration.
Srinagar, Feb 20 (UNI) The Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh High Court, while quashing the preventive detention of senior journalist Majid Hyderi on Wednesday, described the grounds for his detention as "vague, ambiguous, and lacking a clear connection to present circumstances."Justice Vinod Chatterji Koul quashed the detention of Hyderi under Public Safety Act .
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Hyderabad, Feb 20 (UNI) Telangana Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy has directed officials to provide immediate medical assistance to Rakesh, a young man suffering from pseudo-muscular dystrophy, a severe muscle disease.
Washington, Feb. 20 (UNI) U.S. President Donald Trump and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky on Wednesday traded barbs at each other over the Russia-Ukraine conflict.
Washington, Feb 20 (UNI) American entrepreneur Elon Musk has agreed that the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE), which he heads, should conduct an audit of the funds sent to Ukraine by the United States.
Jammu, Feb 20 (UNI) The chopper service from Katra to Sanjhi Chat remained suspended on Thursday due to fog in view of rains for the pilgrims of Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Shrine nestled in Trikuta Hills in Katra town of Reasi district of Jammu and Kashmir.
Washington, Feb 20 (UNI) Russia has been actively implementing projects across Africa that are related to energy, transport, high technology, space exploration and digital innovation, Tatiana Dovgalenko, head of the Russian Foreign Ministry''s Department for Partnership with Africa, has told Sputnik.
Washington, Feb 20 (UNI) The United States is considering including the possibility of automatically granting Ukraine NATO membership if Russia were to break their prospective peace deal, the NBC broadcaster reported.
Washington, Feb 20 (UNI) US President Donald Trump said that Chinese President Xi Jinping would ultimately visit the United States, among other world leaders, the CNBC broadcaster reported.
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Mumbai, Feb 20 (UNI) The rupee on Thursday was seen strong at 86.75, up 21 paise against USD on selling of US Dollar by bankers and importers, dealers at the Forex Market said.
Sydney, Feb 20 (UNI) Homicide detectives in Melbourne in Australia''s state of Victoria are investigating a fatal stabbing at a bus stop in the city''s outer western suburbs, Victorian Police said on Wednesday night.
Vienna, Feb 20 (UNI) Austrian police have arrested a 14-year-old teenager who allegedly planned a terrorist attack at Vienna''s West Train Station, the country''s interior ministry said on Wednesday.
Chandigarh, Feb 19 (UNI) The Haryana government has dismissed as ''completely baseless'' and ''far from the truth'', the news item that appeared in a section of the print media, which reported allegations made by former chief minister Bhupinder Singh Hooda about a loss of Rs 5,000 crore due to illegal mining in the state, allegedly based on the latest CAG report.
Islamabad, Feb 19 (UNI) The Rawalpindi police arrested three suspected kidnappers and recovered three Afghan abductees during an operation on Wednesday, a police spokesman said.
Kannur, Feb 19 (UNI) A 20-year-old Nursing student was found dead at her husband''s house under mysterious condition at Taliparamba, triggering allegations of mental harassment.
Srinagar, Feb 19 (UNI) Jammu and Kashmir Police on Wednesday said that it has arrested two persons involved in culpable homicide in Srinagar.
Itanagar, Feb 19 (UNI) In a remarkable academic achievement, Punyo Nampi, a distinguished chemistry scholar from Ziro in Arunachal Pradesh’s Lower Subansiri district has been awarded the prestigious Chancellor’s International Scholarship at the University of Warwick, England.
Patna/ Rohtas, Feb 19 (UNI) Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar announced to develop the industrial area of Dehri in Rohtas district.
Imphal, Feb 19 (UNI) A delegation of the National People’s Party (NPP), Manipur, led by Y Joykumar Singh, State President, met Governor AB Bhalla at Raj Bhawan on Wednesday to discuss the issues the state is facing.
Chandigarh, Feb 19 (UNI) The Shiromani Akali Dal (SAD) on Wednesday asked Sikh leaders of the UnitedStates as well as of BJP to take up the issue of tossing of turbans of Sikh youth into dustbins during ''deportations'' from the US and said it was a "serious matter" needing to be addressed urgently.
Ramanathapuram (Tamil Nadu), Feb 19 (UNI) A 56-year-old teacher of a Panchayat Union School, who has been accused of sexually abusing some minor girl students, allegedly committed suicide by hanging in his house at Mariyur village in Kadsaladi taluk of Ramanathapuram district on Wednesday.
Kakinada (Andhra Pradesh), Feb 19 (UNI) Animal Husbandry department employees owing allegiance to the CITU have staged a dharna in front of the Collectorate here on Wednesday protesting against the removal of staff working in mobile animal husbandry clinics.
Vijayawada, Feb 19 (UNI) Heads of the Pegasus Capital Advisors on Wednesday offered to extend their services to promote organic farming in Andhra Pradesh.
Bhubaneswar, Feb 19 (UNI) The Odisha Assembly witnessed chaos as Opposition BJD and Congress members disrupted proceedings, forcing Speaker Surama Padhi to adjourn the house thrice during the day, eventually adjourning it for the day without transacting much business.
Mumbai, Feb 19 (UNI) IndusInd Bank on Wednesday announced its partnership with theProfessional Golf Tour of India (PGTI) as its official banking partner.
Jammu, Feb 19 (UNI) Jammu and Kashmir Police on Wednesday recovered more narcotics and cash from the house of a narcotic smuggler in Nowshera area in Rajouri district of Jammu and Kashmir.
Jammu, Feb 19 (UNI) The sleuth of Anti-Corruption Bureau (ACB) on Wednesday booked the then Managing Director of Cooperative Housing Corporation and others for illegal allotment of the state land.
Bhubaneswar, Feb 19 (UNI) Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi on Wednesday assured that justice would be served in the case of a Nepali girl student from KIIT University, Parkruti, who committed suicide on February 15, triggering unrest in the institution.
Mumbai, Feb 19 (UNI) Imarticus Learning on Wednesday announced its collaboration with SRM Institute of Science and Technology (SRMIST) to launch an innovative Master’s in FinTech Programme.
Hyderabad, Feb 19 (UNI) Telangana Pradesh Congress Committee (TPCC) Official Spokesperson Syed Nizamuddin on Wednesday tore into the BJP’s selective outrage over the order of the state government allowing its employees to leave at 4 pm during Ramzan, calling it a classic case of hypocrisy and communal opportunism.
Shenzhen (China), Feb 19 (UNI) Australia scored two goals in two minutes to upset host China 2-1 here, winning the group A of U20 AFC Cup.
Madrid, Feb 19 (UNI) Atletico Madrid has lost club captain Koke to a muscle injury at almost the worst possible moment of the season.
New Delhi, Feb 19 (UNI) Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge on Wednesday criticised Prime Minister Narendra Modi for "failing" to defend India’s trade and business interests during his recent visit to the United States.
Washington, Feb 19 (UNI) U.S. President Donald Trump said Tuesday that billionaire entrepreneur Elon Musk will be excluded in space-related decision-making.
New Delhi, Feb 19 (UNI) After a brief lull, the US Securities and Exchange Commission has sought help from Indian authorities in its investigation of Adani Group founder Gautam Adani and his nephew over alleged securities fraud, a court filing showed on Tuesday.
New Delhi, Feb 19 (UNI) The 13th Malaysia-India Defence Cooperation Committee (MIDCOM) meeting took place in Kuala Lumpur on Wednesday, where both sides identified ways to deepen existing collaboration, particularly in the defence industry, maritime security, and multilateral engagements.
Kolkata, Feb 19 (UNI) Leader of the Opposition and BJP legislator Suvendu Adhikari on Wednesday accused West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee of issuing him a "veiled threat" and called it a "sinister conspiracy" to "threaten" his safety and security.
Jammu, Feb 19 (UNI) Designed as a competitive platform with substantial cash prizes, the first ever mega short-film festival “Tawi Filmotsva-2025,” is set to boost the film industry in Jammu and Kashmir.
New Delhi, Feb 19 (UNI) While stating that he has lots of respect for India and Prime Minister Narendra Modi, US President Doland Trump has questioned the funding of USD 21 Million to India for “voter turnout” and decided to cancel any such payouts.
New Delhi, Feb 19 (UNI) Healthfab, a reusable period panty brand on Wednesday said that it has successfully raised USD 1 Million in its Pre-series A funding round.
Jammu, Feb 19 (UNI) Alert Army troops early morning on Wednesday opened fire on seeing a suspicious movement along the Line of Control (LoC) in the Sunderbani sector of Rajouri district in Jammu and Kashmir.
Washington, Feb 19 (UNI) The US North American Aerospace Defense Command (NORAD) said on Wednesday that it has identified and tracked a Russian military plane in airspace near Alaska.
Washington, Feb 19 (UNI) US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent expressed the opinion that Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy will agree to sign an agreement with the United States on access to Ukrainian natural resources in exchange for assistance.
Washington, Feb 19 (UNI)) The Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) head billionaire Elon Musk announced that he plans to bring back the astronauts who came to the International Space Station (ISS) on the ill-fated Boeing Starliner in about a month.
Washington, Feb 19 (UNI) US President Donald Trump said on Tuesday that the talks between the US and Russian delegations in Saudi Arabia were "very good.""They were very good. Russia wants to do something," Trump told reporters.
Washington, Feb 19 (UNI) The US Senate voted on Tuesday to confirm Howard Lutnick as the Secretary of Commerce.
Rome, Feb. 19 (UNI) Italian finance police seized a record 788 kg of cocaine in a large-scale anti-drug operation on Tuesday, marking one of the largest drug hauls ever intercepted by the country''s authorities.
Buenos Aires, Feb 19 (UNI) Brazil''s Office of the Prosecutor General has accused Former Brazilian President Jair Bolsonaro of an attempted coup over rots of 2022, the G1 news portal reported on Wednesday.
Sydney, Feb. 19 (UNI) Two people have died and four more have been hospitalized after a house fire in western Sydney in Australia''s state of New South Wales (NSW).
Kolhapur, Feb 18 (UNI) Senior social worker and the leader of Narmda Bachao Andolan Medha Patkar has been selected for this year''s prestigious late Dr Appasaheb alias S R Patil ''Samaj Bhushan'' Puraskar on behalf of Shree Datta Industry Group (DIG).
New Delhi, Feb 18 (UNI) The 24th edition of the World Sustainable Development Summit (WSDS) will be held from March 5-7, 2025, in New Delhi.
New Delhi, Feb 18 (UNI) Qatar committed to invest USD10 billion in India, and both sides agreed to double the bilateral trade by 2030, as both countries agreed to elevate their ties to a Strategic Partnership with focus on trade, energy and investments, following talks between Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Qatar Amir Sheikh Tamim Bin Hamad Al Thani here today.
Srinagar, Feb 18 (UNI) A court in north Kashmir on Tuesday awarded 14 years of rigorous imprisonment to a faith healer who was convicted for repeatedly sexually abusing minors.
Puri, Feb 18 (UNI) Hundreds of auto rickshaw operators and owners staged a rally on Tuesday, marching through the city streets to protest the municipality’s decision to impose a user fee on them.
Jammu, Feb 18 (UNI) The District Jammu on Tuesday won an overall trophy on the closing day of the four-day-long Jammu and Kashmir Union Territory Wushu Championship held here at Indoor Hall, Bhagwati Nagar.
New Delhi, Feb 18 (UNI) Former UK Prime Minister Rishi Sunak visited Parliament House with his wife Akshata Murty and daughters Krishna and Anoushka today.
Riyadh, Feb 18 (UNI) Talks between Russian and U.S. delegations led by Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov and U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio, respectively, concluded in the Saudi capital Riyadh on Tuesday.
Prayagraj, Feb 18 (UNI) The ongoing Maha Kumbh being held in Prayagraj, a spiritual gathering with over 55 crore devotees, has provided a significant boost to the city''s tourism, travel and hotel industries, official sources said here on Tuesday.
Aizawl, Feb 18(UNI) Mamit district in northwestern Mizoram, which shares borders with Bangladesh and Tripura, has been honoured as the best aspirational district in financial inclusion and skill development among 36 districts nationwide, a senior state government official said on Tuesday.
Kolkata, Feb 18 (UNI) West Bengal Assembly Speaker Biman Banerjee on Tuesday said a privilege motion moved by the ruling Trinamool Congress against suspended Leader of the Opposition and BJP MLA Suvendu Adhikari for his alleged provocative statements has been referred to the privilege committee.
Patna, Feb 18 (UNI) RJD on Tuesday reiterated its demand for special status to Bihar.
Paris, Feb 18 (UNI) UK Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer has urged the United States to provide a security backstop for any future Ukraine peace deal, warning that without American involvement, Russia could launch further aggression.
New Delhi, Feb 18 (UNI) India and Qatar decided to elevate their ties to a Strategic Partnership with focus on trade, energy and investments, and double their trade in the next five years, during the talks between Prime Minister Narendra Modi and visiting Amir of Qatar Sheikh Tamim Bin Hamad Al Thani here today.
Mumbai, Feb 18 (UNI) Days after the Maharashtra Board of Waqf approved the appointment of a new board of trustees to take over the management of century-old Minara Masjid, one of the most important mosques in the city, the Muslim community and political parties, including Samajwadi Party, have condemned the decision.
Riyadh, Feb 18 (UNI) U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio and Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov held talks here on Tuesday, the Saudi Foreign Ministry said in a statement.
Srinagar, Feb18 (UNI)The Department of Wildlife Protection will conduct the Asian Waterbird Census (AWC) at the 25 key wetlands of Kashmir valley, officials said.
New Delhi, Feb 18 (UNI) The Supreme Court on Tuesday granted bail to British arms consultant, Christian James Michel, in the case registered by the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) in connection with the AgustaWestland chopper scam.
New Delhi, Feb 18 (UNI) Former Prime Minister of United Kingdom Rishi Sunak visited the Parliament House here on Tuesday.
Lucknow, Feb 18 (UNI) Samajwadi Party (SP) members on Tuesday created a ruckus during Governor Anandiben Patel''s address to the joint session of the Uttar Pradesh Legislature on the first day of the budget session.
New Delhi, Feb 18 (UNI) The Supreme Court on Tuesday expressed its angst with the language used by YouTuber Ranveer Allahabadia during an episode of the online show India’s Got Latent, calling it "dirty" and "perverted." and barred him and his associates from airing any shows till further orders.
San Francisco, Feb 18 (UNI) U.S. billionaire Elon Musk''s artificial intelligence company, xAI, officially released its latest flagship AI model, Grok 3, on Monday night.
New Delhi, Feb 18 (UNI) Leader of Opposition in the Lok Sabha Rahul Gandhi on Tuesday slammed the government’s “midnight decision” to select Gyanesh Kumar as the Chief Election Commissioner (CEC) and called it “disrespectful and discourteous”.
Hyderabad, Feb 18 (UNI) PURE EV, one of India’s leading two-wheeler manufacturers, on Tuesday announced it has signed an MOU with Jio Things Limited, a subsidiary of Jio Platforms Limited, to integrate smart digital clusters and telematics into its electric vehicles.
Ankara, Feb 18 (UNI) Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan told US Special Presidential Envoy for Russia and Ukraine Keith Kellogg and US Secretary of State Marco Rubio on the sidelines of the Munich Security Conference that Ankara was ready to host peace talks on Ukraine, the Turkiye daily reported on Tuesday.
Beijing, Feb 18 (UNI) Beijing welcomes all efforts to achieve peace, including the current negotiations between Russia and the United States in Riyadh, Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesman Guo Jiakun said on Tuesday.
New Delhi, Feb 18 (UNI) Prime Minister Narendra Modi welcomed Qatar Amir Sheikh Tamim Bin Hamad Al Thani to Hyderabad House on Tuesday for bilateral talks after which several MoUs are set to be inked.
Lahore, Feb 18 (UNI) New Zealand have suffered a major blow on the eve of their ICC Champions Trophy 2025 campaign with key pacer Lockie Ferguson ruled out of the tournament due to injury.
Kolkata, Feb 18 (UNI) A forty-seven-year-old man was burnt alive after a fire broke out to a portion at his two-storied building at Salt Lake DA 4 Block but his wife and minor daughter escaped unhurt as they ran away but the owner stuck in the upper floor, police said on Tuesday.
Srinagar, Feb 18 (UNI) Former Chief Minister of Jammu and Kashmir Mehbooba Mufti on Tuesday alleged that weeks after the tragic death of Makhan Din, a Gujjar youth, no action has been taken, with neither a judicial inquiry nor support or compensation provided to the bereaved family.
Mumbai, Feb 18 (UNI) Concerned over growing illegal betting and gaming advertisements of offshore entities, the Advertising Standards Council of India (ASCI) on Tuesday said it has signed a MoU with Federation of Indian Fantasy Sports (FIFS), the All India Gaming Federation (AIGF) and the E-gaming Federation (EGF) to address the challenges through a “special monitoring” cell that will focus on screening and report offshore betting and gambling advertisements to the concerned ministries.
Faridkot (Punjab), Feb 18 (UNI) At least six people, including a child, were killed and 25 others injured when a bus collided with a truck and fell into a drain in Punjab''s Faridkot district on Tuesday morning, police said.
Srinagar, Feb 18 (UNI) A Chief Judicial Magistrate Court in north Kashmir has convicted a faith healer, under Section 377 of the Ranbir Penal Code (RPC) for repeatedly sexually abusing minors.
Moscow, Feb. 18 (UNI) Russia has officially terminated an agreement with Ukraine on ensuring navigation safety in the Azov Sea and the Kerch Strait, according to an official document published Monday on the country''s legal information portal.
Srinagar, Feb 18 (UNI) Security forces on Tuesday morning detected suspicious objects in twin districts of Pulwama and Shopian in South Kashmir, official sources said.
Buenos Aires, Feb 18 (UNI) Thirty-one people have died as a result of a bus falling into a chasm in the department of Potosi in southern Bolivia, Bolivian media reported.
Moscow, Feb. 18 (UNI) Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov said Monday that the United States could help resolve the Ukrainian conflict, citing its "central role" since the fighting began nearly three years ago.
Washington, Feb 18 (UNI) The US Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE), led by billionaire entrepreneur Elon Musk, has launched separate accounts on his social network X related to the audit of government agencies and is asking citizens to report violations.
Washington, Feb 18 (UNI) The administration of US President Donald Trump demands that Romania lift travel restrictions on British-American social media personality and former UK kickboxer Andrew Tate and his brother Tristan, charged with human trafficking and rape in Romania, the Financial Times newspaper reported, citing sources.
Kullu, Feb 17 (UNI) A devastating fire broke out in Tandi village of Dhaogi panchayat, Sainj, Kullu district, on Monday evening, reducing a multistorey wooden house, a furniture workshop and two cowsheds to ashes.
Sangli, Feb 17 (UNI) The government has decided to conduct a survey of the people who were deprived of PM Awas Yojana and will provide them with benefits, said Rural Development and Panchayati Minister Jaykumar Gore on Monday.
New Delhi/Dhaka, Feb 17 (UNI) Former Bangladesh Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina today urged the people of her country to rise in protest against the rampant human rights violations committed by supporters of the Mohammed Younus-led Interim Government and promised that she will return to her country soon and bring to justice all the perpetrators.
Washington, Feb 17 (UNI) A new study by Johns Hopkins University has found a dramatic rise in asylum claims, shifting migration routes and conflicting data on the actual number of unauthorised Indian nationals residing in the US, according to a BBC report.
Hyderabad, Feb 17 (UNI) The city police have busted a fake IT job racket by arresting a person.
Tirupati, Feb 17 (UNI) Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister Chandrababu Naidu, on Monday outlined his vision of a self-sustaining, technology-driven temple ecosystem, blending faith with modern governance.
Cornella, Feb 17 (UNI) A La Liga match between Espanyol and Athletic Bilbao was briefly halted on Sunday afternoon after an Athletic player was allegedly subjected to racist abuse by fans.
Chennai, Feb 17 (UNI) The Madras High Court on Monday ordered a CBI probe into the massive illegal mining of beach sand minerals (BSM) in the southern coastal districts.
Lucknow, Feb 17 (UNI) Samajwadi Party (SP) president Akhilesh Yadav on Monday said that instead of making proper preparations for the Maha Kumbh, the Yogi government of Uttar Pradesh invited big faces through event management companies for its publicity.
Shillong, Feb 18 (UNI) The Department of Textiles, Meghalaya, has been awarded a Special Award at the prestigious Textiles Sustainability Awards 2024-25, presented by the Confederation of Indian Textile Industries (CITI).
Chandigarh, Feb 17 (UNI) The Punjab Government has removed and suspended the Deputy Commissioner of Muktsar Sahib following complaints of corruption, a state spokesperson said on Monday..
Pune, Feb 17 (UNI) Defence PSU Bharat Electronics Limited (BEL) has achieved a significant milestone with inauguration of its second assembly line for electronic fuses for artillery ammunition at its Pune unit.
Bhubaneswar, Feb 17 (UNI) Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi on Monday presented a revenue surplus Rs.2,90,000 crore budget for 2025-26 in the Assembly.
Shillong, Feb 17 (UNI) After Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma claimed that University of Science and Technology Meghalaya (USTM) is issuing “fake certificates and degrees” to students, the Meghalaya Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) on Monday demanded a thorough probe by a neutral agency.
New Delhi, Feb 17 (UNI) The Supreme Court on Monday issued a notice on a petition challenging the Madhya Pradesh High Court’s directive to transport and dispose of 337 metric tonnes of hazardous chemical waste from the Bhopal Gas Tragedy site to Pithampur, Madhya Pradesh.
Jammu, Feb 17 (UNI) Jammu and Kashmir Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Monday said that Jammu and Kashmir is working for inclusive growth, which means socio-economic growth of all sections of society.
Shimla, Feb 17 (UNI) Tabo in Lahaul-Spiti district recorded the lowest temperature in Himachal Pradesh at minus 8.4°C, while most other parts of the state experienced relatively warmer conditions.
New Delhi, Feb 17 (UNI) India’s trade deficit has widened to USD 22.99 billion in the month of January 2025 as the merchandise exports fell 2.4 percent to USD 36.43 billion and the imports surged to USD 59.42 billion in January this year.
Ankara, Feb 17 (UNI) Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan will discuss the settlement process of the Ukraine conflict with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy on Tuesday, Turkish presidential spokesman Fahrettin Altun said on Monday.
Beijing, Feb 17 (UNI) China on Monday congratulated Djibouti''s Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation Minister Mahamoud Ali Youssouf on his election as the new African Union Commission chairperson.
Srinagar, Feb 17 (UNI) Police have secured convictions in three different cases against four accused persons involved in a rape case, Protection of Children from Sexual Offence (POCSO) case and an NDPS case in Jammu and Kashmir’s Ganderbal district.
Lucknow, Feb 17 (UNI) The Uttar Pradesh government will now provide key amenities such as solar lighting, free electricity, LPG connections, better drainage and enhanced road access to the beneficiaries of Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana-Gramin (PMAY-G) and Mukhyamantri Awas Yojana-Gramin, official sources said here on Monday.
Kolkata, Feb 17 (UNI) Leader of Opposition Suvendu Adhikari and three other BJP legislators were on Monday suspended from the West Bengal Assembly for a month after they allegedly tore off the business papers of the House and flung them towards Speaker Biman Banerjee.
Mumbai, Feb 17 (UNI) Dharmesh Paun, a city-based developer, who is a prime accused in New IndiaCooperative Bank scam worth Rs 122 crore was arrested by the Economic Offences Wing (EOW) of the city police and was on Monday remanded by a local court to police custody till February 21.
Juventus, Feb 17 (UNI) Inter Milan missed the chance to go top of Serie A as the defending champions fell to defeat at Juventus.
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Lucknow, Feb 17 (UNI) Ahead of the budget session of the Uttar Pradesh Legislative Assembly, Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Monday urged the leaders of opposition parties to raise issues of public interest in the House and cooperate with the government in accelerating development in the state by having a healthy discussion.
Prayagraj, Feb 17 (UNI) Two persons were killed and more than 12 devotees were injured when a bus collided with a trailer in the Utraon area of Prayagraj district in Uttar Pradesh, police sources said here on Monday.
New Delhi, Feb 17 (UNI) The leading telecom service providers have expressed disappointment on the recent notification issued by telecom regulatory TRAI to curb spam calls and messages without regulating the telemarketers and OTT players.
Tirumala, Feb 17(UNI) A devotee Tushar Kumar of the Mumbai based Prasid Uno Family Trust has made a whopping donation of Rs 11 crore to TTD-run Sri Venkateswara Annaprasadam Trust here on Monday.
Mumbai, Feb 17 (UNI) A 65-year-old doctor allegedly jumped to his death from the 25th floor of his residence in the Nagpada area of South Mumbai, police said on Monday.
Jamui, Feb 17 (UNI) Internet service was suspended after violence between two groups erupted and eight people were taken into custody under the Jhajha police area in the Jamui district of Bihar.
Mandya (Karnataka), Feb 17 (UNI) A 13-year-old boy accidentally shot and killed his three-year-old cousin while playing police-thief game with a loaded gun at a poultry farm in Mandya district on Sunday, police said.
Washington, Feb 17 (UNI) Americans want Ukraine to return their investments in order to be comfortable with future spending, US National Security Adviser Michael Waltz has said.
Thiruvananthapuram, Feb 17 (UNI) The use of Mahatma Gandhi’s image on beer cans and bottles by a Russian-based ''Rewort Brewery'' has courted controversy as Russian President Vladimir Putin and Russian Ambassador in India Denis Alipov have been urged to take up the matter with the liquor manufacturer.
Amritsar/New Delhi, Feb 17 (UNI) Another US military aircraft carrying a third batch of 112 undocumented Indians who were deported from the US arrived in Amritsar on Sunday night.
Sydney, Feb 17 (UNI) The police commissioner in Australia''s second-most populous state has resigned following a vote of no confidence by officers.
Guntur, Feb 17 (UNI) Three persons were killed, and seven others were injured after an Andhra Pradesh State Road Transport Corporation (APSRTC) bus collided with an autorickshaw in Guntur district, police said here on Monday.
Srinagar, Feb 17 (UNI) Kashmir’s only tertiary-care AYUSH hospital, based in Srinagar, has launched the Valley’s largest Yoga facility.
Muscat/New Delhi, Feb 17 (UNI) External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar, who visited Oman on Sunday to participate in the 8th Indian Ocean Conference, held talks with his Omani counterpart Sayyid Badr Albusaidi, during which they reviewed the full spectrum of bilateral ties.
Moscow, Feb 17 (UNI) Russia and the United States will hold talks on Ukraine in Riyadh on Tuesday, Russian newspaper Kommersant reported.
Tehran, Feb 17 (UNI) Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesman Esmaeil Baghaei on Sunday completely rejected recent "baseless and irresponsible" accusations by the Group of Seven (G7) against Iran.
Chicago, Feb 17 (UNI) Flood and storms induced by the latest round of harsh weather have lashed the mideastern parts of the United States, claiming at least nine lives, including eight in Kentucky, Governor Andy Beshear said on Sunday.
Shimla, Feb 16 (UNI) The Joint Action Committee (JAC) of HPSEBL Employees, Engineers and Pensioners has strongly condemned the HPSEBL management for its alleged vindictive action against a union office-bearer.
Nahan, Feb 16 (UNI) In a major anti-drug operation, the Special Investigation Unit (SIU) of the district police seized 4.72 kg of hashish and Rs 19,700 in cash from an alleged peddler at Dhunga Ghat, Sarahan.
Muscat/New Delhi, Feb 16 (UNI) External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar, who is in Oman, held talks with Bangladesh Interim Government Foreign Affairs Advisor Touhid Hossain, and with his counterparts from Iran, the Maldives, Nepal, Bhutan, Brunei and Oman, on the sidelines of the Eighth Indian Ocean Conference.
Hyderabad, Feb 16 (UNI) Telangana Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy on Sunday appealed to all officials to focus on connecting people in the state.
Patna, Feb 16 (UNI) Union Minister Jeetan Ram Manjhi on Sunday said that "desperation to reach first" led to the stampede at New Delhi Railway station, claiming 18 lives and leaving over a dozen injured.
Srinagar, Feb 16 (UNI) The Chairman of All Parties Hurriyat Conference and Kashmir’s Chief Cleric Mirwaiz Umar Farooq on Sunday expressed concern that the proposed Waqf Bill disregards the sentiments of the Muslim community and threatens the autonomy of religious institutions.
Patna, Feb 16 (UNI) Bihar Deputy Chief Minister Samrat Chaudhary on Sunday took apot-shot at RJD chief Lalu Prasad for describing Mahakumbh as "useless" saying he attempted to appease Muslim voters.
Mumbai, Feb 16 (UNI) In a major development in the Torres Ponzi scheme, the city police have registered a second FIR (first information report) against Ukrainian actor Armen Garun Atayin (48) for allegedly possessing fake Indian documents and making claim of being an Indian national during the probe of the case, officials said here on Sunday.
New York, Feb 16 (UNI) Tesla chief Elon Musk is facing public scrutiny after Ashley St Claire, a conservative commentator and children''s author, urged him to formally acknowledge the five-month-old child and finalise their co-parenting agreement.
Amritsar, Feb 16 (UNI) Second USA army plane carrying 116 illegal immigrants landed at Amritsar airport late Saturday night.
Jammu, Feb 16 (UNI) Jammu and Kashmir Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Sunday said that he wants the youth of this region to be daring, adventurous, and strong.
Bardhaman, Feb 16 (UNI) Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) chief Mohan Bhagwat on Sunday called upon the Hindu community to unite for safeguarding the country and show the world the path of peace and prosperity.
Tel Aviv, Feb 16 (UNI) A shipment of MK-84 heavy aerial bombs weighing 2,000 pounds each, which was recently authorized by the Trump administration, has been delivered to Israel by sea, the Israeli Defense Ministry announced on Sunday.
Agartala, Feb 16 (UNI) Tripura Chief Minister Manik Saha met Union Home Minister Amit Shah in New Delhi, discussed the development roadmap and security issues, and reviewed relief efforts of the post-flood situation in the state.
Barabanki (UP), Feb 16 (UNI) Four persons were killed and more than 15 were injured when a tempo traveller full of devotees rammed into a stationary bus in the Loni Katra area of Barabanki district here in Uttar Pradesh on Sunday, police sources said here.
Canberra, Feb. 16 (UNI) The Australian government has announced it will ban foreign investors from buying existing homes in the country for two years.
Islamabad, Feb. 16 (UNI) Wild poliovirus type 1 (WPV1) has been detected in environmental samples collected from eight districts of Pakistan between Jan. 15 and Jan. 24, 2025, the National Institute of Health (NIH) said in a statement on Saturday.
Nagpur, Feb 15 (UNI) Chief Justice of the Supreme Court, Justice Sanjiv Khanna, on Saturday exhorted the students to use their degree knowledge for the benefit of the society while cultivating self-discipline and hard work in life.
Pune, Feb 15 (UNI) Circus being an art form and a living game for entertainment, this art and the performing artistes in it should survive, said Madhuri Misal, Minister of State for Urban Development, here on Saturday.
Patna, Feb 15 (UNI) Union Minister of State for Skill Development and Entrepreneurship Jayant Chaudhary on Saturday called on Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar but dismissed any political speculation over his meeting with CM.
Patna, Feb 15 (UNI) Union Minister of State for Skill Development and Entrepreneurship, Jayant Chaudhary, on Saturday called on Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar but dismissed any political speculation over his meeting with CM.
Chandigarh, Feb 15 (UNI) Former Union minister and MP from Sirsa, Kumari Selja, on Saturday criticized Prime Minister Narendra Modi and the BJP-led Haryana government, accusing the state government of surrendering residential schemes and shattering dreams of the poor to their own houses.
Prayagraj, Feb 15 (UNI) A few old tents vacated by Kalpvasis caught fire in the Lav Kush Ayodhya Dham pandal on Mori Marg in Maha Kumbh Nagar, which was extinguished in time on Saturday.
Varanasi, Feb 15 (UNI) Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Saturday said that in line with Prime Minister Narendra Modi''s vision the initiative undertaken by the state government has led to nearly 51 crore devotees taking a holy dip in the Triveni Sangam of Ganga, Yamuna and Saraswati during Maha Kumbh Prayagraj, sending a powerful message of unity and strengthening India''s faith.
Tehran, Feb. 15 (UNI) Iran plans to increase exports from its free trade zones to 2 billion U.S. dollars by March 2026, a senior Iranian economic official said on Saturday.
Kakinada, Feb 15(UNI) The East Godavari police have busted a counterfeit currency racket with the arrest of five members of a gang.
Hyderabad, Feb 15 (UNI) Multi-Zone-II Inspector General of Police (IGP) V Satyanarayana has suspended P Venugopal Goud, Sub-Inspector of Dharur Police Station, Vikarabad district, following his arrest in a bribery case.
Moscow, Feb 15 (UNI) Moscow welcomes the release of Russian citizen Alexander Trufanov, who had been held hostage in the Gaza Strip since October 7, 2023, and expresses its gratitude to the leadership of Palestinian movement Hamas for the decision to free him, Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov said on Saturday.
Berlin, Feb. 15 (UNI) Bayern Munich''s 21-year-old attacking midfielder Jamal Musiala has signed a contract extension that will keep him at the German giant until the end of the 2029-2030 season, the club confirmed on Saturday.
New Delhi, Feb 15 (UNI) India and Chad held the first round of Foreign Office Consultations (FOC) on Thursday in N’Djamena, Chad, during which they discussed bilateral relations, including trade, investment, health and pharmaceuticals, defence, Digital Public Infrastructure (DPI).
Hyderabad, Feb 15 (UNI) The Confederation of Indian Industry’s (CII) Indian Green Building Council (IGBC) hosted the first edition of the Green Telangana Summit 2025 at HICC, Novotel, Hyderabad, on Saturday.
Kampala, Feb 15 (UNI) Uganda Crested Cranes'' defender Shadia Nankya has joined the National Women''s Super League side in the United States, Washington Spirit FC.
Munich/New Delhi, Feb 15 (UNI) External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar met with the Federal Chancellor and Foreign Minister of Austria Alexander Schallenberg, FM Emil Hurezeanu of Romania, FM Lars Rasmussen of Denmark, FM Gerardo Werthein of Argentina and Norwegian Finance Minister Jens Stoltenberg, on the sidelines of the Munich Security Conference.
Patna, Feb 15 (UNI) Bihar Revenue and Land Reforms Minister Dilip Jayaswal claimed that the NDA government would again come to power in the state.
Berlin, Feb 15 (UNI) Bayern Munich''s 21-year-old attacking midfielder Jamal Musiala has signed a contract extension that will keep him at the German giant until the end of the 2029-2030 season, the club confirmed on Saturday.
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Islamabad, Feb. 15 (UNI) Twelve people were killed and 15 others injured when the bus carrying the pilgrims overturned in Pakistan''s southern Sindh province on Saturday, police sources said.
Jammu, Feb 15 (UNI) The Vice-President of India, Jagdeep Dhankhar on Saturday said, “Jammu and Kashmir, which had the highest voter turnout in 35 years during the 2024 Lok Sabha polls, witnessed a 30-point increase in participation in the Kashmir Valley.
Amaravati, Feb 15 (UNI) Maximum temperatures are likely to be above normal by 3 to 5 degrees Celsius in North Coastal Andhra Pradesh & Yanam and South Coastal Andhra Pradesh on Sunday, Meteorological Centre said on Saturday.
Tokyo, Feb. 15 (UNI) A house fire destroyed a residential building in Japan''s Isesaki City of Gunma Prefecture on Saturday morning, leaving two dead.
Hyderabad, Feb 15 (UNI) Telangana Deputy Chief Minister Bhatti Vikramarka Mallu has stated that the state government regards builders and developers as esteemed citizens, recognizing them as wealth creators and key partners in the state''s development. The government will extend full support to them, he said.
Hyderabad, Feb 15 (UNI) The lowest minimum temperature of 10.6 degrees Celsius was recorded at Adilabad in Telangana on the intervening night of Friday and Saturday, Meteorological Centre said.
New Delhi, Feb 15 (UNI) The apex association of alcoholic beverage firms on Saturday said they are “not against” reduction in import duty on imported spirits but sought the import duty cut in a phased manner to avoid dumping in the Indian market.
Hyderabad, Feb 15 (UNI) Union Minister of State for Home Affairs Bandi Sanjay Kumar on Saturday launched a scathing attack on the Congress government, raising questions about the caste census and alleging discrepancies in the inclusion of Muslims in the BC (Backward Classes) list.
Prayagraj, Feb 15 (UNI) Ten people were killed and 19 others were injured in a head-on collision between a bus and an SUV in the Meja area of Prayagraj district in Uttar Pradesh, a police officer said here on Saturday.
Prayagraj, Feb 15 (UNI) Union Minister of Commerce and Industry Piyush Goyal on Saturday visited Triveni Sangam, the confluence of Ganga, Yamuna, and Saraswati to take a holy dip, during the ongoing Maha Kumbh.
Tokyo, Feb 15 (UNI) A house fire destroyed a residential building in Japan''s Isesaki City of Gunma Prefecture on Saturday morning, leaving two dead.
New Delhi, Feb 15 (UNI) Union Minister of State (MoS) for Coal and Mines Satish Chandra Dubey and Sri Lanka''s Industry and Entrepreneurship Development Minister Sunil Handunnetti on Saturday discussed bilateral cooperation in mineral exploration and mining, particularly in securing critical minerals essential for economic and industrial growth.
Agartala, Feb 15 (UNI) Tripura Chief Minister Dr Manik Saha on Saturday called on Prime Minister Narendra Modi at his official residence and held an elaborate discussion on the crucial developmental issues, including strengthening ties between the state and centre.
Srinagar, Feb 15 (UNI) Police have arrested five persons for causing public disturbance in Kadi Kadal area of downtown Srinagar on Saturday.
Maimana, Afghanistan, Feb 15 (UNI) Fifteen commuters were injured with some in critical condition as a mini-bus turned turtle in northern Afghanistan''s Faryab province on Friday night, a statement of provincial police said Saturday.
Bhubaneswar, Feb 15 (UNI) For the second consecutive day, the Odisha Assembly witnessed chaos as Opposition Congress and BJD members stalled proceedings over the plight of farmers and the deteriorating law and order situation in the state.
Shimla, Feb 15 (UNI) The light to moderate snowfall in higher altitude areas of Himachal Pradesh has significantly impacted road conditions, causing disruptions and safety concerns for commuters.
Bhubaneswar, Feb 15 (UNI) Odisha Governor Dr. Hari Babu Kambhampati has proposed the listing of selected State Public Sector Undertakings (PSUs) and government-owned companies on the stock market.
Viladivostok, Feb 15 (UNI) A 6.4 magnitude earthquake struck Russia''s southern region of Altai early Saturday morning, said local authorities, adding that there were no immediate reports of casualties or damage.
Thiruvananthapuram, Feb 15 (UNI) Noting that the government is pursuing a policy of inclusive industrialisation in Kerala, Minister for Industries, Coir and Law P Rajeeve has said all social communities are getting opportunities to become entrepreneurs in the state.
Singapore, Feb 15 (UNI) The Central Narcotics Bureau of Singapore arrested 80 suspected drug offenders during an island-wide anti-drug operation from Monday to Friday, the bureau announced in a press release.
Moscow, Feb 15 (UNI) Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy said that a Russian drone struck the former nuclear power plant at Chernobyl in an attack overnight into Friday, media reports said on Saturday.
Prayagraj, Feb 15 (UNI) Ten people were killed when an SUV collided head-on with a bus in the Meja area of Yamuna Nagar of Prayagraj here in Uttar Pradesh, a police officer said here on Saturday.
Sydney, Feb 15 (UNI) Flood warnings have been issued for northwest Australia after a tropical cyclone made landfall on Friday, bringing intense rainfall and strong winds.
New York, Feb 15 (UNI) An earthquake with a magnitude of 6.0 jolted 6 km NNE of Metahara, Ethiopia at 20:28:23 GMT on Friday, the U.S. Geological Survey (USGS) said.
Amritsar, Feb 14 (UNI) Two planes carrying Indians deported from the US are set to land in this city of Punjab, Chief Minister B S Mann said on Friday, training his guns on Prime Minister Narendra Modi for being unable to secure the rights of Indians and calling it a "failure" of his foreign policy.
Jammu, Feb 14 (UNI) An army jawan sustained an injury from a sniper shot suspected to be fired from across the border in the Keri area of Akhnoor sector.
Chandigarh, Feb 14 (UNI) Union government representatives and the agitating farmers'' bodies deliberated on the contentious issues on Friday and decided to hold the next round of discussions on February 22 in their bid to thrash out a solution to the lingering disputes.
Chandigarh, Feb 14 (UNI) The next meeting between agitating farmers'' organisations and the Union government representatives will be held on February 22, sources said on Friday after the two sides discussed the contentious issues.During the three-hour-long meeting, both sides agreed to hold the next round of discussions on Feb 22 when Union Agriculture Minister Shivraj Singh Chauhan will be present.A 28-member delegation of farmers'' leaders had talks with Union Minister Prahlad Joshi as decided earlier.Sanyukt Kisan Morcha (non-political) leader Jagjit Singh Dallewal, who is on fast since November 26, was part of the farmers'' delegation. UNI GS MR SSP.
Mumbai, Feb 14 (UNI) Renowned Special Public Prosecutor of the 2008 Mumbai terror attacks, Ujjwal Nikam, on Friday hailed the US Supreme Court’s decision to extradite Tahawwur Rana, conspirator in the 26/11 terror attacks, to India.
New Delhi, Feb 14 (UNI) India and Switzerland held the 13th round of Foreign Office Consultations on Thursday in New Delhi, during which the discussions focused on the progress in trade and investment, including the India-European Free Trade Association trade and economic partnership agreement negotiations.
Varanasi, Feb 14 (UNI) Taking a jibe at Prime Minister Narendra Modi''s US visit, Samajwadi Party (SP) president Akhilesh Yadav on Friday said that the PM should bring such a trade which brings prosperity to our people, instead of giving away our market to America.
Washington/New Delhi, Feb 14 (UNI) Prime Minister Narendra Modi said India is for peace with regard to the Ukraine conflict and announced his wholehearted support for President Donald Trump’s initiative to stop the war.
Puducherry, Feb 14 (UNI) In a shocking incident, three people--son of a notorious rowdy and two of their associates--were brutally hacked to death in the Union Territory of Puducherry on Friday.
New Delhi, Feb 14 (UNI) US President Donald Trump has once again issued a stern warning to BRICS countries of which India is a key member, threatening to impose a 100% tariff in case they decided to challenge the dominance of the US dollar in international trade.
Tehran, Feb 14 (UNI) Iran''s permanent mission to the United Nations (UN) in New York has rejected the U.S. accusation that Tehran is providing the Yemen-based Houthis with financial resources, arms support, and military training.
Hyderabad, Feb 14 (UNI) Life Insurance Corporation of India (LIC), India''s largest insurer, on Friday announced the launching of cutting-edge Marketing Technology (MarTech) platform, marking the first major milestone in Project DIVE - LIC’s ambitious, digital transformation initiative.
(RPT, CORRECTING SLUG) Beijing, Feb 14 (UNI) A Chinese defence spokesperson on Friday denounced the U.S. baseless accusations of so-called Chinese "aggression" in the Indo-Pacific, stressing that China pursues a national defence policy that is defensive in nature and the Chinese military is a staunch force for peace.
Bhubaneswar, Feb 14 (UNI) In a major decision, newly appointed Odisha Pradesh Congress Committee (OPCC) President Bhakta Charan Das on Friday revoked the suspension and expulsion orders issued against party leaders.
Itanagar, Feb 14 (UNI) In a significant breakthrough against organized drug networks, Arunachal Pradesh’s Banderdewa Police has arrested four individuals, including a woman, involved in an inter-state drug trafficking in two separate operations.
Beijing, Feb 14 (UNI) A Chinese defence spokesperson on Friday denounced the U.S. baseless accusations of so-called Chinese "aggression" in the Indo-Pacific, stressing that China pursues a national defence policy that is defensive in nature and the Chinese military is a staunch force for peace.
Washington/New Delhi, Feb 14 (UNI) Terming tariffs imposed by India as “very high” and “very unfair”, US President Donald Trump said that in his talks with Prime Minister Narendra Modi the two sides have agreed to begin negotiations to address the disparities and to create a level playing field.
Ramanathapuram (Tamil Nadu), Feb 14 (UNI) Three persons were killed and another one seriously injured in a head-on collision between a Tamil Nadu State Transport Corporation (TNSTC) bus and a sports utility vehicle (SUV) near Sethupathy Government Arts College at Achundanvayal on the Madurai-Rameswaram national highway here on Friday.
Washington/New Delhi, Feb 14 (UNI) Defence was a major agenda on the talks between Prime Minister Narendra Modi and US President Donald Trump with the latter announcing that his administration would pave the way to provide India with the F-35 stealth fighters.
Washington/New Delhi, Feb 14 (UNI) US President Donald Trump announced that his administration has approved the extradition to India of 26/11 Mumbai terror attacks plotter Tahawwur Rana even as he said that the relationship with India and with Prime Minister Narendra Modi “has never been better”.
Kolkata, Feb 14 (UNI) Flipkart is enabling small businesses, rural entrepreneurs, and women-led enterprises to thrive in the digital economy through dedicated interventions.
Bhubaneswar, Feb14 (UNI) The Indian Men’s Hockey Team, currently ranked fifth in the world, is all set to kickstart their highly anticipated FIH Pro League 2024-25 campaign at the iconic Kalinga Hockey Stadium here.
Colombo, Feb 14 (UNI) Kusal Mendis'' brilliant century and Dunith Wellalage’s four-wicket haul powered Sri Lanka to a resounding 174-run victory over Australia in the first ODI here on Friday.
Washington, Feb 14 (UNI) U.S. President Donald Trump said Thursday that he wanted Russia to rejoin what used to be the Group of Eight (G8) industrialized nations, calling the U.S.-led decision to expel Russia from the group a decade ago a "mistake."
Moscow, Feb 14 (UNI) Russia is interested in developing relations with the G20, and it is this format that more reflects the "economic driver" of the world, Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov said on Friday.
Ghazipur (Uttar Pradesh), Feb 14 (UNI) A case has been registered against Samajwadi Party MP Afzal Ansari for allegedly hurting religious sentiments during the Kumbh Mela in Uttar Pradesh, police saidAccording to the police, an FIR has been lodged against Ansari by former chairman of District Cooperative Bank Devprakash Singh at Shadiabad police station for allegedly making indecent remarks about Mahakumbh during his speech at a programme on February 12Devprakash has complained that while addressing the gathering celebrating the birth anniversary of Ravidas ji at Shadiabad intersection. Ansari made indecent remarks about Mahakumbh.
New Delhi, Feb 14 (UNI) Union Minister of state for Jal Shakti Dr. Raj Bhushan Choudhary on Friday said that the Modi government was committed to fulfilling the water needs of India’s 1.4 billion citizens and to meet the target, the government has extended the Jal Jeevan Mission to 2028, with a provision of ₹67,000 crore.
Washington, Feb. 14 (UNI) U.S. President Donald Trump said Thursday that he wanted Russia to rejoin what used to be the Group of Eight (G8) industrialized nations, calling the U.S.-led decision to expel Russia from the group a decade ago a "mistake." "I''d love to have them back. I think it was a mistake to throw them out," Trump said in remarks to reporters inside the Oval Office of the White House.
Srinagar, Feb 14 (UNI) Shab-e-Baraat (night of salvation) was observed with religious fervour across the Kashmir valley, even as no congregation was allowed at the historic Jamia Masjid.
Washington/New Delhi, Feb 14 (UNI) India and the US announced a new initiative – the US-India COMPACT - Catalyzing Opportunities for Military Partnership, Accelerated Commerce & Technology for the 21st Century - to drive transformative change across key pillars of cooperation - defence, investment and trade, energy security, technology and innovation, multilateral cooperation, people to people connection.
Washington, Feb 14 (UNI) A judge in the US Columbia District Court on Friday ordered the administration of President Donald Trump to resume frozen foreign aid, according to a court filing.
Washington/New Delhi, Feb 14 (UNI) Prime Minister Narendra Modi said the India-US bilateral trade would be doubled to more than $500 billion by 2030, India would purchase more oil and gas from the US, as well as strengthen defence cooperation, as he held bilateral talks with President Donald Trump in the White House.
Washington, Feb. 14 (UNI) U.S. President Donald Trump said Thursday that Ukraine would be involved in peace negotiations with Russia over ending the conflict between the two countries.
United Nations, Feb 14 (UNI) Hungary and the United States have agreed to bring bilateral ties to a "golden age," Hungarian Foreign Minister Peter Szijjarto told RIA Novosti.
Washington/New Delhi, Feb 14 (UNI) Prime Minister Narendra Modi held bilateral talks with “dear friend” US President Donald Trump in the White House today, during which they discussed a wide range of subjects including defence and security, trade, energy and people-to-people ties as well as international developments.
Kampala, Feb. 14 (UNI) Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus, director-general of the World Health Organization (WHO), on Thursday announced the release of additional 2 million U.S. dollars to support Uganda''s effort to fight the ongoing Ebola outbreak, bringing the total funding to 3 million dollars in three weeks.
The Hague, Feb. 14 (UNI) The building temporarily housing the Dutch House of Representatives in The Hague was temporarily locked down on Thursday after an intrusion by a man allegedly carrying a knife.
Mumbai, Feb 13 (UNI) Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis on Thursday expressed his belief that through the audio and e-book ''Agnishikha : Sushma Swaraj'', her work and life journey will be passed on to the next generation.
Chandigarh, Feb 13 (UNI) A Chief Engineer of the Haryana Vidyut Prasaran Nigam Limited (HVPNL) has been placed under suspension for dereliction of duty during a fire incident at a power substation, state Energy Minister Anil Vij said on Thursday.
Kakinada, Jan 13 (UNI) Left parties, Revolutionary parties, Dalit and adivasis sangh staged a ''dharna'' in front of the Collectorate here on Thursday condemning the central government’s action against the adivasis.
Washington/New Delhi, Feb 14 (UNI) Prime Minister Narendra Modi today met with Tesla chief Elon Musk and his family at Blair House. The PM interacted with the multi-billionaire US businessman’s three young children during the meeting.
Imphal, Feb 13 (UNI) The Central government on Thursday imposed President’s rule in trouble-torn Manipur by keeping the northeastern state''s Assembly under suspended animation, four days after N. Biren Singh resigned as chief minister.
Washington/New Delhi, Feb 13 (UNI) Prime Minister Narendra Modi today had a fruitful meeting with US National Security Advisor Michael Waltz in Blair House, during which they discussed defence industrial cooperation and civil nuclear energy cooperation with emphasis on small modular reactors.
Washington/New Delhi, Feb 13 (UNI) Prime Minister Narendra Modi today had a fruitful meeting with US National Security Advisor Michael Waltz in Blair House, during which they discussed defence, technology and security issues.
Mumbai, Feb 13 (UNI) The Bombay High Court has reserved its order on a plea filed by Rita Devi, mother of Anuj Thapan — the accused in firing outside Bollywood superstar Salman Khan’s residence who had allegedly committed suicide in custody — seeking a CBI probe into his death, alleging foul play.
Washington/New Delhi, Feb 13 (UNI) Prime Minister Narendra Modi today met with Tesla chief Elon Musk at Blair House. According to visuals, the multi-billionaire US businessman and Starlink chief arrived with three of his children for the meeting.
Mumbai, Feb 13 (UNI) The India-Greece-Cyprus (IGC) Business and Investment Council was officially launched here on Thursday, marking a significant milestone in strengthening the economic ties among the three nations.
Mumbai, Feb 13 (UNI) Maharashtra Congress on Thursday demanded to permanently suspend podcaster Ranveer Allahbadia, comedian Samay Raina’s YouTube channels after they made obscene content and broadcasted it on Raina’s India’s Got Latent show after it sparked a huge controversy.
Washington/New Delhi, Feb 13 (UNI) Prime Minister Narendra Modi today met with US National Security Advisor Michael Waltz in Blair House, ahead of his bilateral with US President Donald Trump.
Thiruvananthapuram, Feb 13 (UNI) The ‘Invest Kerala Global Summit’ (IKGS 2025), scheduled in Kochi on February 21 to 22, will focus on generating investments in key sectors, especially those identified by the government’s New Industrial Policy (NIP) calibrating the state’s core potential.
London, Feb 13 (UNI) Semi-automated offside technology will be used in English domestic football for the first time during the fifth round of the FA Cup.
Jammu, Feb 13 (UNI) Jammu and Kashmir Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Thursday chaired a high-level meeting and reviewed the security scenario in Jammu Division.
Moscow, Feb. 13 (UNI) Russia has foiled a terrorist attack on a railway station in the country''s Pskov region, the Federal Security Service (FSB) said in a statement Thursday.
Istanbul, Feb 13 (UNI) Turkish police detained 28 suspects in operations across the country targeting an armed criminal organization, local media reported on Thursday.
Mumbai, Feb 13 (UNI) The Bombay High Court has granted bail to brothers Dheeraj and Kapil Wadhawan, accused in the 2020 Yes Bank money laundering case, a lawyer said on Thursday.
Washington/New Delhi, Feb 13 (UNI) Prime Minister Narendra Modi, who arrived in Washington on a two-day official visit, is to meet US National Security Advisor Michael Waltz, Tesla chief Elon Musk and noted Indian-American and former presidential candidate Vivek Ramaswamy.
Harare, Feb. 13 (UNI) At least 24 people were killed Thursday morning when a bus collided head-on with a haulage truck in Zimbabwe''s Matabeleland South Province, state-run newspaper The Herald reported.
Mumbai, Feb 13 (UNI) RBI Governor Sanjay Malhotra on Thursday held a meeting with the Managing Directors and CEOs of select Non-Banking Financial Companies (NBFCs) across all layers, including Government NBFCs, Housing Finance Companies and Micro-Finance Institutions and stressed upon balancing growth aspirations with sound practices for ensuring inclusive development, customer protection and financial stability.
Agartala, Feb 13 (UNI) West Tripura District and Session judge sent retired Additional Director of Tripura’s Industries and Commerce Kaizar Debbarma (61) to three days of police custody for allegedly cheating Noida-based World Education Mission (WEM) in the name of providing land for WEM institute here.
Mumbai, Feb 13 (UNI) The Rupee on Thursday ended almost flat at 86.88, rising one paisa against the USD on the selling of US Dollar from bankers and exporters, dealers at the Forex Market said.
Jammu, Feb 13 (UNI) Jammu and Kashmir Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Thursday called upon the Scouts and Guides to act as the ‘Agents of Change’ at the grassroots level and inspire the youth to dedicate themselves towards the constructive transformation of the society and the nation.
New Delhi, Feb 13 (UNI) The Supreme Court on Thursday declined to grant bail to Shabbar Khan, who has been chargesheeted under the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act, 1967, in connection with the riots that took place in Bengaluru on August 11, 2020.
Shahjahanpur, Feb 13 (UNI) Four persons, including three women, were killed and 16 others injured when a mini bus in which they were travelling collided with a truck at Kalan area in Shahjahanpur district of Uttar Pradesh, a police officer said here on Thursday.
Beijing, Feb 13 (UNI) Beijing has officially unveiled a satellite internet industrial park and granted licenses to eight key laboratories in commercial space industry.
Washington, Feb 13 (UNI) US Secretary of Defence Pete Hegseth on Wednesday said that the Ukraine-Russia conflict must end, Kyiv''s NATO membership is unrealistic, and the US will no longer prioritise European and Ukrainian security as the Trump administration focuses on securing its borders and deterring war with China, media reports said on Thursday.
Hyderabad, Feb 13 (UNI) Tech Giant Microsoft opened its new campus here on Thursday.
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Mumbai, Feb 13 (UNI) The Rupee on Thursday rose 5 paise at 86.84 against USD in opening session on the selling of US dollars by bankers and importers, dealers at the Forex market said.
Washington/New Delhi, Feb 13 (UNI) Prime Minister Narendra Modi started off his US visit with meeting Tulsi Gabbard, Director of National Intelligence, and congratulated her on her confirmation.
Washington/New Delhi, Feb 13 (UNI) Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrived in Washington on a two-day official working visit during which he will hold talks with US President Donald Trump, members of the US Cabinet and industry leaders.
Washington, Feb 13 (UNI) U.S. President Donald Trump said Wednesday that he and Russian President Vladimir Putin agreed during a phone conversation earlier in the day that Washington and Moscow will immediately engage in direct negotiations aimed at ending the Ukraine-Russia conflict.
Galle, Feb 12 (UNI) Australia spinner Matthew Kuhnemann has been reported for a suspected illegal bowling action.
Melbourne, Feb 12 (UNI) Mitchell Starc has made a sudden decision to withdraw from Australia’s squad for the Champions Trophy, citing a private matter.
Ahmedabad, Feb 12 (UNI) A scintillating century from Shubman Gill and a clinical allround performance propelled India to a commanding 142-run victory over England, sealing the five-match ODI series with an unassailable 3-0 lead here on Wednesday.
Bhubaneswar, Feb 12 (UNI) A special project called ‘Amruta Anna’ will be implemented to prepare the Mahaprasad of Sri Jagannath Temple using organic rice.
Bhubaneswar, Feb 12 (UNI) National Commission for Women member Vijaya Rahatkar on Wednesday stated that the Prevention of Sexual Harassment at Workplace Act (POSH Act) is aimed at addressing injustice, not targeting men.
Kolkata, Feb 12 (UNI) The Aerospace business of Godrej & Boyce, a part of Godrej Enterprises Group, is strengthening its commitment to India''s self-reliance vision through signing of multiple significant MoUs during Aero India 2025 at Bengaluru to support national programs backed by the Government of India.
New Delhi, Feb 12 (UNI) The Coca-Cola company today said it''s net gains during the quarter ended December 31, 2024 stood at USD 13 million while for the full year 2024 it recorded USD 303 million.
New Delhi, Feb 12 (UNI) Families of the 1984 anti-Sikh riots on Wednesday welcomed the conviction of former Congress MP Sajjan Kumar saying that "decades later, justice has finally been served".
Srinagar, Feb 12 (UNI) Jammu and Kashmir Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Wednesday chaired a high-level security meeting at the Police Control Room (PCR) in Srinagar, directing law enforcement agencies to intensify the efforts to crush terrorism.
New Delhi, Feb 12 (UNI) The RBI today lifted business restrictions imposed on private lender Kotak Mahindra Bank upon "successfully" implementation of remedial measures.
New Delhi, Feb 12 (UNI) The Supreme Court has ruled that a spouse in a marriage declared void under Section 11 of the Hindu Marriage Act (HMA) is entitled to claim permanent alimony and maintenance under Section 25 of the Act.
New Delhi, Feb 12 (UNI) The Supreme Court has affirmed the authority of the National Commission for Protection of Child Rights (NCPCR) to file complaints under the Madhya Pradesh Freedom of Religion Act, 2021, ruling that the commission’s actions were legally justified and within its statutory mandate to safeguard child rights.
Marseille/New Delhi, Feb 12 (UNI) Prime Minister Narendra Modi today concluded a productive visit to France and left for the US where he will hold talks with President Donald Trump.
Bengaluru, Feb 12 (UNI) The Aerospace business of Godrej & Boyce, a part of Godrej Enterprises Group, has reinforced its commitment to India''s self-reliance vision by signing multiple significant Memoranda of Understanding (MoUs) during Aero India 2025 here on Wednesday.
Bengaluru, Feb 12 (UNI) Boeing India President Salil Gupte has emphasised the growing trade ties between India and the US, highlighting that the aerospace giant generates over Rs 10,000 crores per year in exports from India, making it the leading foreign Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) under the ''Make in India'' initiative.
Ambala, Feb 12 (UNI) Haryana Cabinet Minister Anil Vij on Wednesday said that he has sent a reply to the show cause notice slapped on him by the BJP state unit chief Mohanlal Badoli.Speaking to the media, Vij said he was out of station and returned last night. He then prepared his reply and sent the same.Vij said that in his reply, he has written that if anything more is required, he is ready to clarify.Vij did not disclose the content of his reply and refused to take further questions. However, when asked how the news about Badoli''s show cause notice to him was leaked, the minister said if the party wished it could initiate an inquiry.A couple of days back, Badoli sent a notice to Vij seeking his explanation for his recent remarks about Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini. The party has termed it a breach of discipline.Vij had said that the Chief Minister remains in the air on his "Udan Khatola" and does not know the problems of the people on the ground. UNI GS MR.
Chennai, Feb 12 (UNI) The Charge D’Affaires, Embassy of USA to India, Jorgan Kendal Andrewsand Ambassador of Russian Federation to India Denis Alipov met ISRO Cahirman Dr V Narayananand discussed about space collaboration, including the upcoming ISRO-NASA joint NISAR launchfrom SHAR Range, Sriharikota, and Gaganyaan mission.
Bengaluru, Feb 12 (UNI) Bharat Electronics Limited (BEL), the state-owned defence and electronics major, is now aiming for Maharatna status, following a stellar financial performance in 2023-24.
Mumbai, Feb 12 (UNI) A 13-year-old girl diagnosed with Guillain-Barré Syndrome (GBS) with three patients suffering from this till now has been reported in Mumbai, officials said here on Wednesday.
Washington, Feb 12 (UNI) Beverage giant Coca-Cola has said it may opt to sell more drinks in plastic bottles in the US if President Donald Trump''s tariffs end up making aluminium cans more costly.
Kolkata, Feb 12 (UNI) The 8th edition of Bengal Global Business Summit (BGBS) 2025, which brought together global leaders, policymakers, and industry experts to discuss investment opportunities and economic collaborations, has strengthened the trade and investment ties between Bengal and neighbouring Bhutan.
Doha, Feb 12 (UNI) World number one Aryna Sabalenka and number three Coco Gauff have both bowed out in the second round of the Qatar WTA Open here.
Bengaluru, Feb 12 (UNI) Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge on Wednesday slammed Prime Minister Narendra Modi over the deportation of Indian citizens from the United States, questioning the treatment meted out to them.
Juventus, Feb 12 (UNI) Samuel Mbangula registered late to give Juventus a slender advantage over PSV in their Champions League knockout phase play-off, media reports said.
United Nations, Feb 12 (UNI) The suspension of U.S. foreign aid has harmed UN humanitarian operations in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC), a senior UN official said Tuesday.
Moscow, Feb 12 (UNI) Chinese artificial intelligence (AI) application DeepSeek has become popular among Russian users for its high-quality content and accessibility, RIA news agency reported Tuesday.
Paris/New Delhi, Feb 12 (UNI) Prime Minister Narendra Modi met with US Vice President JD Vance and his Indian-origin wife Usha Vance in Paris, ahead of meeting with US President Donald Trump in Washington this week.
Sydney, Feb 12 (UNI) A tropical cyclone has formed off the north coast of Western Australia (WA), with authorities warning it will make landfall as a category three storm on Friday.
Moscow, Feb 12 (UNI) U.S. citizen Marc Fogel, who was convicted in Russia for drug smuggling and possession, has been released to the United States, local media reported on Wednesday.
Houston, Feb 12 (UNI) Five people were injured Tuesday after an explosion at a bus transit operations center in El Paso, a city in the U.S. state of Texas, according to the El Paso Fire Department.