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Fact Check: Internet enraged over Akshay Kumar returning for Vimal ad; here's the truth

Akshay Kumar is seen in the latest Vimal promo along with Shah Rukh Khan and Ajay Devgn, almost a year after he had apologised for being a part of the brand. However, here's the truth behind it.

Oct 9, 2023

EC announces poll dates for 5 states, Counting and results on Dec 3

The Election Commission of India (ECI) on Monday announced the poll schedule for the Assembly elections in Telangana, MP, Rajasthan, Chhattisgarh and Mizoram states from November 7 to November 30 and counting to take place on December 3.

Oct 9, 2023

Nurses in UK tied Sikh patient's beard with gloves, kept him hungry: Report

Nurses allegedly tied a Sikh patient's beard with plastic gloves, left him in his own urine and offered him food he couldn't eat for religious reasons, a senior whistleblower from UK's top nursing watchdog has claimed.

Oct 2, 2023

Women's Reservation Bill gets President's assent, becomes law

President Droupadi Murmu has given her assent to the Women's Reservation Bill, a week after it was passed by both Houses of Parliament, thus making it a law.

Sep 29, 2023

28% GST on online gaming, casinos & horse racing from Oct 1: CBIC chief

The Central Board of Indirect Taxes and Customs (CBIC) is prepared to implement the 28 per cent GST (Goods and Services Tax) rate on online gaming, casinos and horse racing from October 1, CBIC chairman Sanjay Agarwal said on Thursday.

Sep 28, 2023

Swara Bhasker and Fahad Ahmed name their baby girl Raabiyaa; here's what it means [Photos]

In a joint post, Swara and Fahad wrote, "A prayer heard, a blessing granted, a song whispered, a mystic truth... Our baby girl Raabiyaa was born on 23rd September 2023. With grateful and happy hearts, thank you for your love! It's a whole new world."

Sep 26, 2023

In updated travel advisory, Canada asks citizens to 'remain vigilant'

Updating travel advisory for its citizens in India, Canada has asked them to "remain vigilant and exercise caution" in the wake of a diplomatic row over the killing of Khalistani leader Hardeep Singh Nijjar.

Sep 26, 2023

'Socialist and Secular' missing in copies of Constitution distributed in new building, Minister explains why

Congress leader in Lok Sabha Adhir Ranjan Chowdhury raised voice and pointed out that the copy of the Constitution distributed to Members of Parliament missed the words "Socialist and Secular" in its Preamble

Sep 20, 2023

Discussion on Women's Reservation Bill begins in Lok Sabha, Sonia Gandhi opens debate from Opposition benches

The Central government on Wednesday said the discussions on the Women's Reservation Bill will be initiated as it will be moved for passage in Lok Sabha during the day.

Sep 20, 2023

A day before the start of the special Parliament Session, Vice-President and Rajya Sabha Chairman Jagdeep Dhankhar on Sunday hoisted the National Flag at the top of Gaja Dwar of new Parliament Building, dubbing it as a 'historic moment'.

Amid emotional speeches, unexpected agenda, Parliament special session begins; 8 bills listed, what more to expect [details]

Of the most contentious bills, the one that happens to change the democratic character of the nation is the one on service terms and conditions of Chief Elections Commissioner

Sep 18, 2023

Parliament special session begins today: Discussion on 75 yrs of Parliamentary journey on day 1

A discussion on the Parliamentary journey of the past 75 years will be held on Monday on the first day of the special session of Parliament.

Sep 18, 2023

Govt appoints Rahul Navin as ED's interim Director as Mishra's tenure ends

The Central government on Friday appointed ED Special Director Rahul Navin as in-charge Director of the Enforcement Directorate till the name of the regular Director is announced or until further orders, thus bringing an end to the long tenure of Sanjay Kumar Mishra.

Sep 16, 2023

Birth certificate sufficient for Aadhar, DL, Voter ID, admission in institutes from Oct 1 [details here]

Birth certificate of an individual can soon be used as the sole document for purposes such as admission to educational institutions, acquiring a driving license, voter list compilation, Aadhaar number issuance, marriage registration, or government job appointments.

Sep 14, 2023

Special Session: Four bills slated for passage, discussion to follow on 'Parliamentary Journey of 75 years'

The government will seek passage of four bills during next week's special session of Parliament, which is to be held between September 18 and 22