In this issue

March 19, 2023

Major crackdown on Khalistani leader Amritpal

78 supporters arrested, preacher on the run; Punjab govt suspends internet services.

1 min

Some hurt by success of democracy, says PM

\"When something auspicious is happening, there is a tradition to apply 'kaala tika', so when so many auspicious things are happening, some people have taken the responsibility to apply this 'kaala tika',\" Modi said, without naming anyone.

1 min

Key suspect in TN fake videos surrenders

The Bihar police say that only one Yuvraj Singh is to be caught now in the case.

1 min

Tusker touches Tangedco power line in TN, dies of electrocution

'Height of jumbo, bund caused electrocution'

1 min

Gas to fuel TN's ₹35K cr investment dream

Transition to natural gas to boost economy, jobs

2 mins

Muslim League communal but not extremist: RSS

if the Jamaat-e-Islami changes its policy, RSS is ready to hold discussions with them, say leaders.

1 min

Govt plans uniform salary, fee structures in state universities

State Planning Commission has started work on detailed study of discrepancies

1 min

Gang waylays two on bike, robs ₹50 lakh; three held

The police are on the lookout for three others.

1 min

Higher edu panel proposes common weightage assessment

As per the proposal, the colleges will conduct a semester exam for 75 marks and an internal examination for 25 marks.

1 min

Pension scheme, crop insurance firm among key demands of farmers

Farmers and those working in allied sectors are eagerly awaiting the agriculture budget for 2023 from the Tamil Nadu government.

3 mins

OPS hopes for stay as EPS moves a step closer to AIADMK top post

Meanwhile, at the residence of OPS, his faction’s advisor, Panruti S Ramachandran, said the election is being conducted in a childish and undemocratic manner.

2 mins

BJP divided on Annamalai's AIADMK stance

State prez of saffron party reportedly said he would resign if BJP has to continue its alliance with AIADMK

2 mins

State rolls out ethanol blending policy, targets ₹5k crore investment

The policy, which will be valid for a period of 5 years from the date of notification, is aimed at helping the state to be self-sufficient.

1 min

Brahmapuram fire: Green Tribunal slaps ₹100 cr penalty on Kochi corpn

NGT says state violated statutory solid waste management rules, orders of SC and tribunal

1 min

'What's wrong to have a difference in perception,' asks CJI on collegium

Not every system is perfect but this is the best system developed by the judiciary, CJI D Y Chandrachud said on Saturday while defending the Collegium system of judges appointing judges.

2 mins

Metro to reduce carbon footprint, harness solar energy for rail systems

Following review of comments or feedback from the stakeholders, the specifications will be finalised.

1 min

No discussion on Budget big concern: Expert

Public has the right to know how their money is going to be utilised: M R Madhavan, PRS Legislative Research chief

2 mins

Press meet of 4 SC judges in 2018 'most unfortunate': Bobde

Speaking at the India Today Conclave, justice (retired) Bobde said from his end he tried his best to ensure that the press conference didn’t happen.

1 min

Genetics leading cause of glaucoma, say experts

What is needed is increased awareness, early identification and effective treatment to reduce the Glaucoma burden and stop permanent visual loss.

1 min

Dairy sector boosts rural economy as it creates job opportunities: Shah

Shah was the keynote speaker at the 49th Dairy Industry Conference hosted by the Indian Dairy Association (IDA) in Gandhinagar, Gujarat, today.

1 min

Maha BJP flip-flop over seat-sharing with ally Shinde

Bawankule's comments came amid reports that Eknath Shinde-led Shiv Sena was getting a raw deal regarding the allocation of seats for the upcoming polls.

1 min

BJP sees red over Raj govt's decision to create 19 new districts in poll yr

Three new divisional headquarters have also been carved out, with Chief Minister Ashok Gehlot saying the decision would result in more effective administration.

1 min

Nitish's concession to Muslim staff during Ramzan has BJP fuming

BJP accused Chief Minister Nitish Kumar and his deputy Tejashwi Yadav of trying to turn Bihar into an ‘Islamic State’.

2 mins

₹1,200-cr textile park to come up in Lucknow soon

Yogi Adityanath says the move will generate lakhs of jobs in UP

1 min

Trump says he will be arrested Tuesday in hush money case

Trump is being investigated in New York over alleged hush money payments

1 min

Arrest warrant in Toshakhana case cancelled

Judge Iqbal also cancelled the arrest warrants issued against Khan in the Toshakhana case and adjourned the hearing till March 30 due to the chaos following clashes between police and PTI workers.

1 min

10,000-strong force storms Imran's house, arrests supporters

Main gate and walls of Zaman Park residence bulldozed; explosives and bomb-making materials seized in raid that took place after Imran left to appear in court

2 mins

BSNL 4G network to cover entire India in 18-24 months

BSNL's 4G network launch is still quite far away. The state-run telco is working with the Tata Consultancy (TCS) and the Centre for Development of Telematics (C-DoT) to launch homegrown 4G. However, TCS has not even started the field trials yet. BSNL India has confirmed that its 4G launch is going to happen in the second half of 2023.

1 min

132 km pipeline to supply diesel to Bangladesh: PM

Minister Hardee Puri and Assam’s Chief Minister Hemanta Sarma were present virtually too.

2 mins

Pvt investment slowdown in India

As per World Bank, gross capital formation was 22% of GDP in 2022 against 25% in FY14

3 mins

INDIA'S BOWLING ARROWHEAD

Shami, whose three wickets in the first ODI broke open the game for India, re-emphasises his importance, especially at a time when they are without Bumrah

2 mins

6-hitting for fun, nurse by passion: Laura story

The world is yet to see Laura Harris set the Women’s Premier League stage on fire.

2 mins

ATK Mohun Bagan edge Bengaluru FC to clinch title

ATKMB edged out BFC 4-3 on penalties after the game ended 2-2. All four penalty takers for the Mariners scored, while Bruno Ramires and Pablo Perez missed their spot kick for the Blues to hand the title to Juan Ferrando's men.

2 mins

Jackman sisters aim to lift profile of women's boxing in Guyana

In a sea of talented boxers in the ongoing IBA Women's World Championships in New Delhi, there are a couple of women who have come from the other side of the world to test their mettle. What's unique about them is they're related by blood.

2 mins

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