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Five people killed in fresh Manipur violence

Violence continued in strife-torn Manipur for the second day on Saturday after an elderly Meitei community resident was killed and in 'retaliation' four Kuki militants were gunned down in the Jiribam district.

Sep 7, 2024

Bhindrawale, Congress, and Khalistan: Why Kangana's 'Emergency' faces Sikh ire

Bhindranwale, Congress, and Khalistan: Why Kangana's 'Emergency' faces Sikh ire

The Emergency is still a controversial issue in the Indian polity, and sparks are bound to fly when a controversy-courting actor like Kangana Ranaut seeks to present it onscreen. However, the film's release has been stuck as various Sikh organisations across the country, including the SGPC, take umbrage over the depiction of the community and the Punjab troubles.

Sep 6, 2024

In latest crackdown on alleged Beijing agents, ex-high ranking New York official arrested

A former high-ranking state official has been charged with acting as an agent of the Chinese government, capping a series of arrests of people, including former dissidents, who have allegedly worked secretly for Beijing.

Sep 4, 2024

Mamata govt to table 'Aparajita Women & Child Bill' in Assembly on Tuesday

The new Bill that seeks capital punishment for convicts in rape and murder cases to be introduced during the two-day special session of the West Bengal Assembly has been named 'Aparajita Women & Child Bill', said sources on Monday.

Sep 2, 2024

Women of Telugu cinema urge for sexual harassment report in Tollywood; write to the CM of Telangana

Samantha, Kajal Aggarwal, Taapsee Pannu, Lakshmi Manchu, Anchor Suma, Jhansi, Nandini Reddy, Rahul Ravindran and many other prominent persons in the film industry went to social media on Saturday demanding change and accountability for such violations.

Sep 2, 2024

Prime Minister Narendra Modi and BJP chief Amit Shah

New era for India's political, security landscape: Importance of transformative decisions

Under Amit Shah's leadership, the Union Home Ministry implements historic reforms to strengthen national security, promote social justice, and enhance governance.

Sep 1, 2024

BJP withdraws first list of 44 candidates in J&K, releases fresh one with 15 nominees

Without giving any solid reason, the BJP high command withdrew the list of candidates for 44 assembly seats in Jammu and Kashmir. Now list for the second and third phases of elections will be issued after some "ratification".

Aug 26, 2024

Rahul pitches for Dalits in Miss India contest, gets called out by Union Minister for 'Bal Budhi'

Rahul Gandhi questions missing Dalits in Miss India contest, BJP counters; Times Group silent

Union Minister Kiren Rijiju on Sunday came down on the Leader of Opposition (LoP) Rahul Gandhi over his 'demand' for inclusion of Dalits, backward classes and those from OBC classes in beauty pageants like Miss India and said that such proposal can come from a person with 'Bal Budhi'.

Aug 26, 2024

Djokovic calls for 'clear protocols' over doping after Jannik Sinner escapes ban

Djokovic Advocates for Doping Protocol Reform Amid Sinner Controversy

As the US Open looms, the tennis world is embroiled in a doping controversy that has seen the sport's top seed, Jannik Sinner, escape a ban despite testing positive for a banned substance. The incident has prompted calls for reform from none other than Paris Olympics gold medalist, Novak Djokovic, who has urged for clear protocols and standardised approaches to be implemented in the handling of doping cases.

Aug 25, 2024

SC fixes Sep 5 for hearing CM Kejriwal's pleas

Supreme Court sets Sept 5 as hearing date for Delhi CM Kejriwal's petitions

The Supreme Court on Friday fixed September 5 for hearing pleas filed by Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal seeking bail and challenging his arrest by the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) in connection with the alleged excise policy scam.

Aug 23, 2024

CRPF officer killed by terrorists in J&K's Udhampur

Officials said that a CRPF officer identified as Inspector Kuldeep Singh was killed by the terrorists when they attacked a routine patrol party of the CRPF in the Cheel area of Ramnagar in Udhampur district.

Aug 19, 2024

Breaking free from digital dominance of the West: The case for an Indian-owned messaging platform

India Should Push for Indigenous Messaging App Amid WhatsApp Dominance: Argues Expert

With user projections expected to reach 795.67 million by 2025, WhatsApp's influence on India's communication infrastructure is undeniable, writes Dheeraj sharma, Director of IIM-Rohtak.

Aug 19, 2024

NY India Day Parade to feature floats of 4 religions representing nation's 'unity in diversity'

NY India Day Parade: Floats of 4 religions represent 'Unity in Diversity' theme this year

The annual India Day Parade in New York City on Sunday will feature four floats representing the nation's religions and symbolizing its "unity in diversity", but some Muslim and other groups are protesting the inclusion of the Hindu tableau because it depicts the Ayodhya Temple.

Aug 15, 2024

Army captain killed in action amid fierce gunbattle in J&K's Doda district; one terrorist eliminated

A fierce encounter is going on in the Assar area of Doda district of Jammu and Kashmir. One terrorist was also eliminated in the gun battle.

Aug 14, 2024

Bengal rail accident: Death toll rises to eight

Over 700 passengers died in 667 train accidents in last 10 years; 2,087 injured [details]

Indian Railways take some concrete steps including Ultrasonic Flaw Detection (USFD) testing of rails to detect flaws and timely removal of defective rails.

Aug 12, 2024

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