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January 14, 2025

HC slams AAP for ‘unfortunate' delay in tabling CAG reports

The Delhi High Court on Monday expressed strong displeasure over the delay by the Delhi government in presenting several Comptroller and Auditor General (CAG) reports to the Assembly, describing the situation as \"unfortunate.\"

1 min

₹ sinks further, hits all-time low

THE rupee on Monday logged its steepest single-day decline of 58 paise (0.67%) in nearly two years, closing the session at a historic low of 86.62 to the dollar.

1 min

Bless me, says Atishi, but misses nomination time

CHIEF Minister Atishi on Monday missed the 3 pm deadline to file her nomination papers because she accompanied Arvind Kejriwal to the Election Commission's office to raise alleged manipulation of voter lists.

1 min

FLOWING WATERS AND FAITH: 1.5 CR TAKE HOLY DIP

Early in the morning at the Kumbh, Vedic chants and Ram bhajans can be heard from every direction, as the faithful, towels on shoulders, make their way to the banks of the Ganga for a holy dip.

1 min

Sidhu-DKS rift comes to fore amid unity call at CLP meeting

THE Congress Legislature Party (CLP) meeting convened by Siddaramaiah at a hotel here on Monday to send out a unity message only exposed the differences between the Karnataka CM and his deputy DK Shivakumar's camps.

1 min

Will Keep Promise on J&K Statehood: Modi

Omar heaps praise on PM, thanks him for fair polls

Will Keep Promise on J&K Statehood: Modi

1 min

'OLD DELHI VIKAS BOARD IS MY DREAM'

Former deputy mayor of the MCD, 34-year-old Aaley Mohammad Iqbal, representing the AAP, is contesting from the Matia Mahal constituency in the upcoming Delhi Assembly elections.

'OLD DELHI VIKAS BOARD IS MY DREAM'

2 mins

Rahul takes a jibe at INDIA ally Kejriwal

LoP launches Congress campaign in Seelampur, says party has consistently stood by people in times of need

Rahul takes a jibe at INDIA ally Kejriwal

1 min

Kejriwal accuses BJP of 'betraying' Delhi Jats over reservation

Amid growing political debate over Jat votes ahead of the Delhi Assembly elections, AAP chief Arvind Kejriwal has criticised the BJP for \"betraying\" the Jat community in Delhi over the issue of reservation.

Kejriwal accuses BJP of 'betraying' Delhi Jats over reservation

1 min

12 Jat villages in Mehrauli take 'independent' stand

DISGRUNTLED with conventional political parties, residents of 12 villages in the Mehrauli assembly constituency have come together to support the independent candidature of Balyogi Balaknath, a Hindu ascetic of the Gorakhnath Math.

12 Jat villages in Mehrauli take 'independent' stand

1 min

All in the family: When dynasty rules Delhi dynamics

IN the run-up to the Delhi assembly elections, dynastic politics continues to take centre stage, despite political parties' repeated condemnations of nepotism.

2 mins

Tahir Hussain can file nomination from jail

FORMER AAP councillor Tahir Hussain, accused in several cases arising out of the February 2020 riots, can file his nomination papers from jail itself, the Delhi High Court was told on Monday.

1 min

CBI secures permission to prosecute Satyendar Jain

THE CBI informed a Delhi court on Monday that it had obtained the necessary sanctions to prosecute Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) leader and former Delhi minister Satyendar Jain in a case involving disproportionate assets.

1 min

Cash, items worth ₹21 cr seized: CEO

OVER ₹21 crore worth of cash and other items, including liquor, have been seized within a week of the Model Code of Conduct (MCC) coming into force ahead of the Assembly polls, the office of the Delhi Chief Electoral Officer (CEO) said on Monday.

1 min

EC approves AAP's Ojha's vote transfer

The Election Commission (EC) on Monday approved the AAP's request to transfer the voter ID of Avadh Ojha, the party's candidate from Patparganj.

1 min

Case closed after mishap victim fails to identify driver

A tribunal here has closed an accident-claim case after noting that the injured man did not identify the driver who allegedly drove his vehicle in a rash and negligent manner, causing grievous injuries to him.

1 min

Meerut Metro trial begins; to link with RRTS

THE trial run of the Delhi-Meerut Metro commenced on Sunday between Meerut South and Meerut Central stations at a nominal speed, as per officials of the National Capital Region Transport Corporation.

1 min

BJP Slams Kejriwal Over Not Tabling CAG Reports In House

THE BJP Monday asked AAP chief Arvind Kejriwal if he considers himself above the Constitution as it attacked him over the Delhi government not tabling the CAG reports in the assembly.

BJP Slams Kejriwal Over Not Tabling CAG Reports In House

1 min

DoE Issues New Guidelines for 2025-26 Admissions

THE Directorate Education on Monday released new guidelines for the admission for academic session 2025-26.

1 min

Defamation case politically motivated, says Swaraj

The defamation case filed by former Delhi minister and AAP leader Satyendar Jain against BJP MP Bansuri Swaraj took a contentious turn as Swaraj's counsel argued in Rouse Avenue Court that the complaint is politically driven.

Defamation case politically motivated, says Swaraj

1 min

AAP's Mohinder Goyal quizzed over 'links' to illegal immigration ring

AAM Aadmi Party (AAP) MLA Mohinder Goyal appeared before the Delhi Police on Monday, following two notices issued over the weekend concerning his alleged connection to a syndicate involved in aiding illegal Bangladeshi immigrants, sources said.

AAP's Mohinder Goyal quizzed over 'links' to illegal immigration ring

1 min

Health ministry demands action in alleged ₹1 crore gloves scam at AIIMS

AN alleged ₹1 crore scam in the procurement of powder-free gloves at AIIMS Delhi has come to light, involving accusations against a storekeeper and a professor who headed the procurement committee in 2023.

1 min

PM Modi Takes Part in Lohri Celebrations in Naraina

Participates in Pongal festivities at Minister Kishen Reddy's house

PM Modi Takes Part in Lohri Celebrations in Naraina

1 min

Anvar resigns as MLA after joining TMC

IN a bid to stay relevant in the state's political landscape, PV Anvar on Monday resigned as the Nilambur MLA. The development comes close on the heels of Anvar joining hands with the Trinamool Congress.

1 min

24 Cops Sought Nod for Pursuits Outside of Work

THAT talent and policing rarely get along is an entrenched perception that refuses to go away despite the emergence of virtuosos like movie star Sathyan from among the ranks of the state force.

1 min

22 More Cases Filed Over Kerala Dalit Girl's Abuse

THE number of people arrested in connection with the sexual abuse of a minor Dalit girl in Pathanamthitta has gone up to 42 with 29 more cases registered in four police stations in the district, the police said on Monday.

1 min

Tribal welfare dept to develop model school in Tiruvannamalai at ₹26 cr

IN a first, the state's tribal welfare department will construct a 'model school' in Arasavalli, located in the Jawadhu Hills of Tiruvannamalai district, upgrading the existing 10-acre campus from a primary school into a higher secondary school with modern amenities, at a cost of ₹26 crore.

1 min

On day 1 of Sankranti, rooster fights exceed transactions worth ₹300 cr

AS Sankranti festivities commenced across the State on Monday, rooster fight arenas came alive, with punters in areas such as Tadepalligudem placing bets as high as ₹1 crore per fight.

On day 1 of Sankranti, rooster fights exceed transactions worth ₹300 cr

1 min

Odisha signs Ayushman Bharat pact

1.03 crore families will benefit under scheme, with 67.8 lakh to be supported by the Centre

Odisha signs Ayushman Bharat pact

2 mins

TDD chief: No differences between board and officials

TIRUMALA Tirupati Devasthanams (TTD) Chairman BR Naidu on Monday condemned the rumours of differences between the Board and officials, dismissing them as baseless.

TDD chief: No differences between board and officials

1 min

HC junks plea by Jaya's kin claiming right over confiscated valuables

The Karnataka High Court on Monday dismissed an appeal filed by legal heirs of former Tamil Nadu chief minister J Jayalalithaa - J Deepak and J Deepa - claiming right over the confiscated valuables and properties seized in connection with the disproportionate assets case against her.

HC junks plea by Jaya's kin claiming right over confiscated valuables

1 min

OLYMPIC SCHEMES NEED PRUNING FOR EFFICIENCY

THE year 2024 was not the best for Olympic sports in the country.

1 min

TRUMP'S DISCHARGE IN FELONY CASES BODES ILL FOR DEMOCRACY

WHEN Donald Trump takes the oath of office for his second term as US president next week, a convicted felon will enter the White House for the first time.

1 min

TRACK 2 CAN MAKE WAY WHERE TRACK 1 CAN'T

Some analysts are saying Pakistan has re-entered Bangladesh for instigating action against India. The truth is they never fully left. India's quiet diplomacy is also not without action

4 mins

BUDGET BLUEPRINT: MAKING MSMES A GROWTH ENGINE

The transformation of India's micro, small and medium enterprises or MSMEs represents perhaps the most significant opportunity for achieving inclusive growth in this decade.

BUDGET BLUEPRINT: MAKING MSMES A GROWTH ENGINE

3 mins

'Open to feedback for improving edu system'

2025 draft regulations widen credentials for selecting vice-chancellors, says UGC Chairman M Jagadesh Kumar

'Open to feedback for improving edu system'

3 mins

Vaishnaw fact-checks Zuckerberg over India Lok Sabha poll remark

UNION Minister for Information and Broadcasting Ashwini Vaishnaw on Monday called out Meta chief Mark Zuckerberg, stating that his claim about the ruling party losing the 2024 polls in India post-Covid was \"factually incorrect\".

Vaishnaw fact-checks Zuckerberg over India Lok Sabha poll remark

1 min

No reduction in LAC troop deployment: Chief

THE situation in Eastern Ladakh along the Line of Actual Control (LAC) remains stable but sensitive, with an existing \"degree of standoff\", said Army Chief General Upendra Dwivedi on Monday.

No reduction in LAC troop deployment: Chief

2 mins

5 mn Indians now hold US visa, says Garcetti

THE outgoing United States ambassador to India, Eric Garcetti, said on Monday that over 5 million Indians currently hold American visas, with visa issuances spiking by more than 60% since his appointment as his country's envoy here.

5 mn Indians now hold US visa, says Garcetti

2 mins

Indo-Bangladesh diplomatic row escalates over border tussle

IN a move signalling diplomatic escalation over border management, India on Monday summoned Bangladesh's acting high commissioner Md Nural Islam and conveyed to him that it followed all laid down protocols in the construction of fencing along the border between the two neighbours.

1 min

Centre set to map land along national highways to pave way for projects

THE ministry of road transport and highways will begin a comprehensive exercise to identify unutilised land parcels within and outside the right of way (RoW) along the national highways, officials said.

Centre set to map land along national highways to pave way for projects

1 min

SEEKING SALVATION THROUGH SANATAN

Former armyman from New Mexico seeks way-out of trauma after son's untimely death

1 min

‘Kamala’ performs rituals in Niranjani Akhara at Sangam

AMONG the thousands of foreigners at the Maha Kumbh that began on Monday at Prayagraj, one stood out. She was Laurene Powell Jobs, the widow of Apple co-founder Steve Jobs.

‘Kamala’ performs rituals in Niranjani Akhara at Sangam

1 min

Guv Assures Action on Bihar Question Paper Leak

BIHAR Governor Arif Mohammed Khan finally stepped into the Jan Suraaj Party (JSP) founder Prashant Kishor's fast-unto-death, which entered its 12th day on Monday.

Guv Assures Action on Bihar Question Paper Leak

1 min

Get ₹1L for 4 kids, Brahmin couples assured

MP Parshuram Welfare Board chief Vishnu Rajoria has urged Brahmin couples to have four children to save their community and Sanatan Dharma, for which he promised a reward of ₹1 lakh each.

1 min

53 Years After Statehood, Meghalaya Gets 1st Univ

MEGHALAYA got its first state-owned university on Monday, 53 years after attaining statehood.

1 min

After poll drubbing, Chavan may replace Patole in Maha Cong rejig

THE Congress central leadership has decided to replace party's Maharashtra president Nana Patole as part of an exercise to revive the party, which suffered a severe drubbing in the assembly elections, sources said.

1 min

Mom Electrocutes Man for Molesting Minor Daughter

A woman electrocuted a young man to death allegedly for molesting her minor daughter at Radhanagar in Jharkhand's Sahibganj district.

1 min

Incoming prez-elect team screens loyalties of civil servants at WH

INCOMING senior Trump administration officials have begun questioning career civil servants who work on the White House National Security Council about who they voted for in the 2024 election, their political contributions, and whether they have made social media posts that could be considered incriminating by President-elect Donald Trump's team, according to an official familiar with the matter.

Incoming prez-elect team screens loyalties of civil servants at WH

1 min

US proposes new curbs for export of AI chips

Tech firms slam move; Trump will have the final say as rules kick in only after 120 days

US proposes new curbs for export of AI chips

1 min

Graft charge against Hasina could put UK minister in soup

BANGLADESH's anti-graft commission has filed cases against ousted leader Sheikh Hasina and her family, including a British government minister and a senior United Nations official, its chief said Monday.

1 min

LA Wildfire Toll Surges to 24, With Forecast for Winds Reaching 70 mph

AFTER a weekend spent blocking the explosive growth of fires that destroyed thousands of homes and killed at least 24 people in the Los Angeles area, firefighters got a slight break with calmer weather but cast a wary eye on a forecast for yet more wind.

LA Wildfire Toll Surges to 24, With Forecast for Winds Reaching 70 mph

1 min

Russia Says Ukraine Attacked Pipeline Carrying Gas to EU

RUSSIA accused Ukraine on Monday of launching a drone attack on the infrastructure of a major gas pipeline that carries Russian supplies to Europe via Turkey.

1 min

Sanctions on Russian oil to destabilise global market: Kremlin

THE Kremlin said on Monday that the latest US sanctions on Russia's oil sector would \"destabilise\" the global energy market, after Washington imposed punitive measures on Russian company Gazprom Neft.

1 min

Deal in sight, Hamas may release 33 hostages

ISRAELI diplomatic officials said they are currently in the \"advanced stages of negotiations\" with Hamas for a cease-fire deal that would see the terror group release 33 hostages it is holding captive, The Times of Israel reported.

1 min

Falling Rupee May Increase Consumer Woes

Consumer durables, automobiles, travel and tourism could become more expensive in near term due to the impact

2 mins

Investors Poorer by ₹13 Lakh Cr as Market Collapses

The ongoing downturn in the equity market intensified on Monday, erasing ₹14 lakh crore in investor wealth.

Investors Poorer by ₹13 Lakh Cr as Market Collapses

1 min

Samsung leader in global mobile mkt, Apple 2nd

SOUTH Korean technology giant Samsung maintained its leadership in the global mobile market, capturing 19% of the market share in 2024.

1 min

HCL Q3 profit up 5.5% to ₹4,591 cr; revenue rises 5%

IT services major HCLTech on Monday met Street expectations and posted a 5.5% increase in its consolidated net profit at ₹4,591 crore compared to ₹4,350 crore in the year-ago period, mainly driven by its broad-based performance across business verticals.

HCL Q3 profit up 5.5% to ₹4,591 cr; revenue rises 5%

2 mins

JSW Cement gets Sebi nod for ₹4,000 crore IPO

JSW Cement has finally received the regulatory approval to float a ₹4,000 crore initial share sale plan.

1 min

US ban on Russian oil may not have instant impact

THE recent sanctions imposed by the US on the Russian oil are unlikely to have an immediate or direct impact on India's oil supply.

1 min

Personal income taxes help direct tax collections rise 16% to ₹16.9L cr

NET direct tax collection in FY25 (till 12 January 2025) increased by 16% to ₹16.9 lakh crore, driven mainly by strong personal income tax (PIT) collection.

Personal income taxes help direct tax collections rise 16% to ₹16.9L cr

1 min

Fintech sector witnesses 33% fall in funding at $1.9 billion in 2024

Though the country's fintech ecosystem is considered one of the top three globally funded sectors in 2024, after the US and the UK, it managed to raise only $1.9 billion in 2024, which is a 33% drop compared to $2.8 billion secured in 2023 and a 66% decline from $5.6 billion raised in 2022, according to data shared by market intelligence platform Tracxn.

Fintech sector witnesses 33% fall in funding at $1.9 billion in 2024

1 min

Playing in India is a big part of my career: Brinkman

WITH phase 1 of the league stage of the Hockey India League in the books, it is no surprise that Kalinga Lancers' Thierry Brinkman is amongst the top goal scorers in the competition.

2 mins

Jamwal Outpunches Thapa at National Boxing Championship

HIMACHAL Pradesh's Abhinash Jamwal continued his sensational run as he defeated reigning welterweight champion Shiva Thapa in a thrilling semifinal clash at the men's National Boxing Championship here.

1 min

Pat in CT squad despite injury concerns

PAT Cummins was on Monday named captain of Australia for next month's Champions Trophy while fellow pacer Josh Hazlewood too was included in the squad despite lingering injury concerns surrounding both players.

1 min

Renewed hope in home comfort

Seasoned pros Sindhu, Lakshya upbeat ahead of India Open challenge; chance for youngsters to gain ground

Renewed hope in home comfort

2 mins

Djokovic fights past teen to keep date with history

NOVAK Djokovic survived a scare in his quest for tennis history before joining Carlos Alcaraz and defending champion Jannik Sinner in the second round of the Australian Open on Monday.

Djokovic fights past teen to keep date with history

1 min

Noah lifts Kerala with late winner in ISL

NOAH Sadaoui scored a late goal as Kerala Blasters FC posted a thrilling 3-2 victory over Odisha FC in the Indian Super League here on Monday.

Noah lifts Kerala with late winner in ISL

1 min

Limit coffee and tea intake

Coffee and tea can be beneficial to health when consumed in moderation and at the right time

Limit coffee and tea intake

2 mins

SPECULATIVE FICTION'S BIG, BOLD STATEMENT

ON a crisp January evening, the free community library at Masoodpur in South Extension transformed into a portal of another dimension. Writers, students, artists, and curious young minds gathered to witness the launch of The Blaft Book of Anti-Caste Speculative Fiction.

SPECULATIVE FICTION'S BIG, BOLD STATEMENT

4 mins

THE PERFECT PAIR!

Aprajita Toor and Scherezade Shroff join hands to reimagine the timeless Mary Jane silhouette with three distinct iterations

THE PERFECT PAIR!

2 mins

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