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In this issue

December 23, 2024

SKY: A low-risk, high-impact solution for workplace wellness

IIM INDORE STUDY | Focused on 64 mid-level managers

1 min

213 out of 260 candidates appear for DET exam in 13 subjects

Answer key to be uploaded on December 26, results will be out in first week of January

1 min

National Mathematics Festival held at DAVV

The National Mathematics Festival organised by the Ancient Indian Mathematics Research Centre established by Devi Ahilya Vishwavidyalaya was held on Sunday.

1 min

DAVV alumni meet set for a rousing start today

More than 500 graduates from the country and abroad to participate, on the spot registration facility available

1 min

Constable found hanging in bank's guard room

He was depressed over ongoing departmental inquiry related to betting case against him

1 min

MPPSC candidates meet CM, end protest after 89 hours

The four-day-long protest by MPPSC candidates ended after 89 hours in the wee hours of Sunday.

1 min

Man held for stealing goods worth Rs 6.7L from railway platform

A joint team of government railway police (GRP) and railway protection force (RPF) arrested an individual within a few hours of theft at railway station and recovered stolen goods worth over Rs 6.7 lakh.

1 min

Over 400 youths to get letters of appointment for govt jobs today

BSF'S 14TH ROZGAR MELA

1 min

Specially-abled boy hangs self at maternal uncle's house

An 18-year-old specially-abled boy ended his life by hanging himself at his maternal uncle's house under Azad Nagar police station limits on Saturday.

1 min

Navodaya alumni set world record

'Navotsav 3.0' attracts 8,635 former students from across India

1 min

Cong protests over Carbide waste disposal

Patwari calls the act of burning Union Carbide waste criminal, claims it a conspiracy to spread cancer in Indore

1 min

Over 2 lakh devotees to attend Prabhat Pheri of Lord Ranjeet Hanuman today

RATH YATRA | Golden chariot of Lord Hanuman to set out from temple at 5 am

1 min

Recklessly driven city bus claims cafe owner's life

A speeding and recklessly driven city bus ran over a cafe owner riding a two-wheeler in the Bhanwarkuan police station area on Sunday.

1 min

Three men robbed near auto testing track

On Friday night, three individuals riding a motorcycle were robbed near Natrix Auto Testing Track in Sagore.

1 min

Labourer dies in bus-hit

UJJAIN

1 min

Those who swim against flow make history: Deodhar

'Only by having faith, patience and mutual trust in the organisation we can move ahead together. Only those who go against the flow make history,' BJP's national leader and National Organisation of Insurance Officers (NOINO) patron Sunil Deodhar said, while addressing as chief guest in the inaugural session of the organisation's two-day regional committee meeting here.

1 min

Violence sometimes necessary to protect dharma: Acharya Shrutbandhu

contentious

1 min

Police admit ‘inebriated MTMC employee to hospital

DISGRACE | The MTMC staff was found lying on road

1 min

Carol procession taken out

Preparations for Christmas are in full swing and on Sunday, the Christian community took out a procession from Catholic and Roman Church to Tower Chowk with music and carols.

1 min

700 entries received during youth intro conference

The sixth two-day All India Youth Introduction Conference concluded on Sunday with family interactions.

1 min

Inner Wheel Club distributes educational materials

Under literacy campaign of Inner Wheel Association, the Inner Wheel Club Mhow Cantonment distributed educational materials at Government Secondary School, Bhatkhedi.

1 min

On pins and needles

The gold and cash, seized during raids by various inquiry agencies in Bhopal, have raised a dust storm across the country, but the winds are looping back towards one department.

2 mins

Narrow escape for 40 as sleeper bus burns to ashes near Sendhwa

MIRACLE | Incident a stark reminder of importance of vehicle maintenance

1 min

'Bilateral investment treaty and FTAs are two separate pacts'

Demands of certain developed countries from India to negotiate 'investment protection' elements under an FTA is inappropriate as negotiating the matter as part of a separate chapter under the trade pact could have larger and detrimental implications, source said.

1 min

FPIs pull out equities worth ₹976 cr this wk

After two weeks of buying, FPIs turned net sellers in Indian equities this week, with a net withdrawal of Rs 976 crore amid a strengthening US dollar and steady rise in US 10-year bond yields, impacting investor sentiment.

1 min

IOC probes allegation of US firm bribing its officers

State-owned Indian Oil Corporation (IOC) has begun a probe into allegations of a US speciality chemicals firm bribing its officials 15 years back to obtain contracts to supply catalysts, according to a company's regulatory filing.

1 min

Akasa Air expects to add few more planes this FY

Akasa Air is in continuous discussions with Boeing on aircraft deliveries and expects to add a few more planes to its fleet in the current fiscal ending March 2025, the airline's chief Vinay Dube has said.

1 min

Lagu Bandhu Jewellers: A Legacy of Trust, Quality & Elegance since 1936

For over 88 years, Lagu Bandhu Jewellers has been a name synonymous with unmatched craftsmanship, a wide variety of designs, and unwavering reliability.

1 min

Govt to infuse ₹500 cr in IFCI to improve its financial health

The government has decided to infuse Rs 500 crore capital in state-owned IFCI to improve its financial health ahead of the company's proposed restructuring and consolidation into a group.

1 min

Global trends, FIIs' move to dictate trends in markets in truncated wk

Stock market participants would track global trends and foreign investors' trading activity in a holiday-shortened week ahead, amid lack of any major domestic trigger in sight, analysts said.

1 min

India has potential to be key sustainable aviation fuel producer: IATA official

India has the potential to be a key producer of sustainable aviation fuel by utilising its ethanol supplies and availability of lipids feedstocks like non-edible industrial oils, according to a senior official at the global airlines' grouping IATA.

1 min

Will new RBI Guv cut rates to boost growth in 2025?

After another status quo year

2 mins

Rlys' switch to accrual-based accounting to boost multilateral, green financing: ICAI

Indian Railways has successfully transitioned to an accrual-based accounting system, a move expected to enhance financial transparency and ease resource mobilization from multilateral agencies and green financing, according to a top official of the Institute of Chartered Accountants of India (ICAI).

1 min

Top 5 Reasons Why International Schools Are Ideal for Your Child

Citing ISC Research, recent news reports have pegged the number of international schools in India to over 900, and this figure is going to increase in the near future thanks to the growing demand for affordable global education right at home.

2 mins

Indian students say, 'We never felt fear, we feel safe in Canada'

Amid India's advisory and recent tragedies

3 mins

Why Indian students choose the Philippines for medical studies

The Philippines has marked a significant step in its sector of medical education by giving its final nod to alter the Philippine Medical Act.

2 mins

How Germany Helped Me Discover Myself as a Student

So, moving from India to Germany wasn't just a transition; it felt like stepping into a new world.

4 mins

JD (U) flags off 'Karpoori Rath' to woo EBCs

With an objective to broaden its support base among Extremely Backward Castes (EBCs) which constitute 36.01 percent of Bihar's population, JD (U) executive president and Rajya Sabha member Sanjay Jha on Sunday flagged off 'Karpoori Rath' from the state party office.

1 min

Don't confuse India's Independence with Neutrality: Jaishankar

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Saturday reiterated India can \"never\" permit others to have a veto on its choices.

1 min

'Indira Gandhi herself voted to remove many provisions of 42nd Amendment'

Congress MP Jairam Ramesh on Sunday pointed out the selective criticism of the 42nd amendment by Prime Minister Narendra Modi in his speech during the debate on the Constitution in the winter session of Parliament.

1 min

Rahul summoned by Bareilly court

The opposition Congress and ruling BJP in Gujarat on Sunday blamed each other for the frequent disruptions during the recently concluded Winter Session of Parliament.

1 min

AAP wins in Patiala, Congress largest party in Phagwara

WAVES OF DEMOCRACY| AAP won the municipal elections in Patiala but fell short of a majority in Ludhiana and Jalandhar municipal corporations

2 mins

32-year-old temple discovered in Bulandshahr dist

A 32-year-old temple has been discovered in the Bulandshahr district of Uttar Pradesh. The Sub-Divisional Magistrate of Khurja area said on Sunday.

1 min

Suspected Kashmiri militant arrested in Bengal by STF

The Special Task Force (STF) of the West Bengal Police Sunday arrested a Kashmir-based suspected Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) operative in the South 24 Parganas district.

1 min

Kharge slams Centre's election rule change

Cong President Mallikarjun Kharge strongly criticized the Centre's recent amendment to the Conduct of Election Rules, accusing it of undermining the integrity of the Election Commission of India.

1 min

2 terror associates arrested in Sopore

Two terror associates were arrested by joint forces in Jammu and Kashmir's Sopore area, officials said on Sunday.

1 min

Left regime turned Tripura into backward state: Shah

WELFARE SCHEME: Shah said during Left rule, just 2.5% of people used to get piped drinking water and now 85% get potable water

1 min

PM Modi to attend Christmas celebrations today

Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to attend the Christmas celebrations organised by the Catholic Bishops' Conference of India (CBCI) at the CBCI Centre in New Delhi at 6.30 p.m. on Monday, marking a historic occasion as it will be the first time a Prime Minister will be present at the festive event at the headquarters of the Catholic Church in the country.

1 min

Situation in Bangladesh getting worse daily

Amid reported incidents of violence on minorities residing in Bangladesh and attacks on temples, Rabindra Ghosh, lawyer of arrested monk Chinmoy Krishna Das, spoke to FPJ on the case and the recent fallout among other things... excerpts.

2 mins

Police arrest women for extortion

Jaipur Police has arrested a woman who, after getting married, used to extort money from rich people.

1 min

Rahul attacked like a bouncer, say BJP MPs

Union Minister Giriraj Singh said on Sunday that BJP MPs Pratap Sarangi and Mukesh Rajput who were injured during the alleged scuffle in the Parliament told him that Rahul Gandhi \"attacked\" them \"like a bouncer,\" adding that it was very \"shameful,\" Singh told ANI.

1 min

2 drug smugglers held with 10 kg heroin

Punjab police on Sunday claimed to have busted a trans-border narco-smuggling module with the arrest of two repeat offenders, who were previously caught in 2015 along with two Pakistani nationals.

1 min

2 drug smugglers held with 10 kg heroin

Punjab police on Sunday claimed to have busted a trans-border narco-smuggling module with the arrest of two repeat offenders, who were previously caught in 2015 along with two Pakistani nationals.

1 min

Will soon bring simplified sand policy: Bawankule

The Maharashtra government is committed to curbing the activities of sand mafias that have been troubling the public, Revenue Minister Chandrashekhar Bawankule on Sunday said.

1 min

Thackeray cousins break the ice at family wedding

Shiv Sena (UBT) chief Uddhav Thackeray and his cousin Raj Thackeray, who heads the MNS, came together at the wedding of the latter's nephew in Mumbai on Sunday.

1 min

Jaishankar conferred SIES award

Union External Affairs minister Dr S Jaishankar was conferred the 27th SIES Sri Chandrasekarendra Saraswati National Eminence Award at the Shanmukhananda Sabha auditorium on Saturday.

1 min

UBT legislators make a beeline for CM's office

Shiv Sena MLAs take cues from their boss, Uddhav Thackeray, who met Devendra Fadnavis recently

1 min

Portfolio allocation, double trouble for administration

DIVIDE AND FALTER | Allocation of portfolios by dividing the state departments may lead to some sort of confusion at the administration level

2 mins

'Spl GM quorum for redevpt is 2/3 of members'

Q. Our society appointed a project management consultant (PMC) and legal advisor in November 2024. The consent was taken from the members physically present in the meeting and also from the people present online. Is the appointment of PMC and legal advisors through such hybrid mode valid? Atul Lokur, Vidyavihar

2 mins

Nurse held in interstate child trafficking case

The Matunga Police have made another arrest in connection with the ongoing investigation into the interstate child trafficking racket.

1 min

Sons of the soil face discrimination under new housing policy

The representatives said that the 'Gaothan Extension Policy' has not been effectively implemented

1 min

NCP (SP) leader indicates solo journey during BMC polls

Nationalist Congress Party (Sharadchandra Pawar) (NCP-SCP) Pune city president, Prashant Jagtap, on Sunday, made it clear that his party is ready to contest the upcoming Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) elections solo if their alliance partner, Shiv Sena (UBT), decides to go alone.

1 min

Man commits suicide by jumping into gorge

A tragic incident occurred on Thursday afternoon at around 4.30 pm when a 52-year-old man, identified as Sanjay Velji Rughani, committed suicide by jumping into a gorge from the Elephant Head Point at Lodwick Point, about 5 km from Mahabaleshwar city.

1 min

TRAFFIC CONGESTION TRIGGERS CONCERNS

BHIMTHADI JATRA | Traffic police claim situation under control

2 mins

HC-directed panel plans action on water crisis

The meeting of a special committee formed under the directions of the Bombay High Court to tackle Pune's escalating water scarcity was held on Dec 19 at the Divisional Commissioner's Office.

1 min

PCMC issues construction guidelines

The Pimpri Chinchwad Municipal Corporation (PCMC) has introduced a series of new stringent measures to ensure sustainable and eco-friendly construction practices.

1 min

PMC initiates deep cleaning drive in Bhawani Peth

clean city initiative

1 min

Illegal dumping in Mula-Ramnadi provokes outrage

Illegal and unethical debris dumping in the Mula-Ramnadi has provoked widespread public outrage, with residents and activists accusing local authorities of violating court orders and jeopardizing public safety.

2 mins

72-year-old engineer's inspiring stall at book fair catches eyeballs

Dasari Amarendra started reading when he was a child and began writing in 1989. Till date, he has 18 books to his credit and loves interacting with youngsters to instill the reading habit

1 min

Prakasam District hit by tremors again

Residents of Prakasam district in Andhra Pradesh experienced a second consecutive day of minor earthquake tremors on Sunday.

1 min

Amaravati project faces fresh World Bank complaint

The Amaravati capital city project in Andhra Pradesh has once again become embroiled in controversy following an anonymous complaint submitted to the World Bank Inspection Panel on December 18.

1 min

Aim is to irrigate every piece of land: Minister Parthasarathy

The farmers are experts at water management and their expertise would be used to streamline the proper use of water

2 mins

IcfaiTech launches VLSI centre

Ajai Chowdhary emphasized the critical role of VLSI technology in shaping the future of electronics and computing and in shaping the country's digital landscape

1 min

Vyshya Limelight Awards for women 2024 to be presented today

17 Vysya women will be recognised and honoured by eminent people as part of the community outreach program in recognition of their excellence

1 min

AP Finance Minister Payyavula Keshav suggests key reforms at GST meet

Minister Keshav proposed introducing a 1% flood cess on goods taxed above the 5% GST slab for intra-state transportation

2 mins

Sahitya Sammelana concludes with pro-Kannada resolutions

Litfest

1 min

What explains Congress' stance on Panchamasali quota demand?

The ruling Congress' handling of protests by Panchamasali-Lingayats demanding greater reservation benefits can be understood in the light of a few concerns.

2 mins

Save constitutional institutions from political influence: Judge

'Integrity can be maintained by having safeguards'

1 min

Husband murdered, wife injured during robbery

By the time Yeshodamma regained consciousness, the accused was attacking her husband making her cry for help.

1 min

CM announces separate secretariat for the Kalyana-Karnataka region

Chief Minister Siddaramaiah on Sunday confirmed that the Kalyana-Karnataka region would get its separate secretariat.

1 min

Farmers must develop value added products

Karnataka Rajya Raitha Sangha and Hasiru Sene, Chamarajanagar district unit chief Honnur Praksh on Sunday advised farmers to develop value added products, besides finding consumers and markets for their products as such measures are a must to improve profitability.

1 min

Tips to tackle mathematics anxiety, recognise its everyday importance

National Mathematics Day, celebrated annually on December 22, honours the legacy of Srinivasa Ramanujan, one of India's greatest mathematical minds.

1 min

Regular practice of yoga must for good health'

Karnataka State Dr Gangubai Hangal Music and Performing Arts University of Mysore Prof Nagesh V Bettakote on Sunday said that practicing yoga daily has proved to be beneficial in many aspects including ensuring the mental and physical well being of practitioners.

1 min

Kejriwal's gamble: High stakes in 2025 Delhi Assembly elections

Arvind Kejriwal faces intense battles, BJP's resurgence, and internal cracks in a decisive election

3 mins

Hon'ble MPs let down makers of Constitution

People expect maturity from their representatives, not pushing and shoving like obstreperous children fighting over candy

2 mins

No Dramas, Mate

Mate, why can't he just answer our questions in English? The Aussies were losing their minds when Jamnagar's own blue-blooded Ravindra Jadeja refused to speak in English and instead opted to have a chin-wag with the Indian journos in their native tongue, Hindi.

1 min

Hindu, Sikh temples against extremism

Representatives of 30 gurdwaras and Hindu temples in British Columbia have come together to form a unified front to thwart attempts by extremist elements to divide between the communities.

1 min

Fleeing police, truck driver careens into mall, shot dead

The police chase began on Interstate 14 after authorities received calls about an erratic driver in a black pickup

1 min

PTI dissociates from Fawad Choudhry

Former Pakistan Prime Minister Imran Khan's Party, Pakistan Tehreek-I-Insaaf (PTI) has \"completely dissociated\" itself from former Information Minister Fawad Choudhry stating that the latter is not authorized to issue statements to media or participate in TV shows on behalf of the party, Dawn reported.

1 min

Israeli strikes kill 28 in Gaza

Gaza's civil defence agency said Israeli airstrikes overnight and early Sunday morning have killed at least 28 Palestinian people.

1 min

Trump may ask Panama to hand over canal

President-elect Donald Trump on Saturday accused Panama of charging excessive rates for use of the Panama Canal and said that if Panama did not manage the canal in an acceptable fashion, he would demand the US ally hand it over.

1 min

CHRISTMAS MARKET ATTACKER A PUZZLE

GERMAN POLICE BAFFLED | Says suspect an anti-Islam activist who had made online death threats against citizens

2 mins

Israel, Hamas ceasefire deal? Key still issues unresolved

A woman dressed as an Israeli hostage sits on the lap of a man dressed as US President-elect Donald Trump on a Santa sleigh scene during an anti-government protest calling for action to secure the release of Israeli hostages in Tel Aviv on Saturday -AFP

1 min

US F/A-18 shot down in friendly fire, pilots safe

It wasn't immediately clear how the Gettysburg could mistake an F/A-18 for an enemy aircraft or missile, particularly as ships in a battle group remain linked by both radar and radio communication -AP

1 min

MP State Closed Squash tourney kicks-off

The MP State Closed Squash tournament kicked off at Daly College on Sunday and will continue until Tuesday under the auspices of the Squash Racket Federation of India.

1 min

Legends inspire, challengers rise, & champions endure

CUE SPORTS DOMINANCE 2024| Pankaj Advani rules the Green Baize

1 min

Indian eves clinch inaugural U-19 Asia Cup title

In a historic achievement, India secured the inaugural U19 Women's Asia Cup title by defeating Bangladesh by 41 runs at the Bayuemas Cricket Oval.

1 min

Karate champs from MP, Delhi shine bright at National School Games

MAHARASHTRA, HARYANA, AND MP HIT BULLSEYE IN SHOOTING BRILLIANCE

1 min

MP State handball team announced for senior national championship

The Madhya Pradesh Handball Association has officially announced the state team that will compete in the upcoming Senior National Handball Competition, scheduled from December 26 to 29 in Changanassery, Calicut.

1 min

Vibrant inauguration of Atal Sports Festival

The Atal Sports Mahotsav kicked off in grand style on Sunday at the Atal Sports Complex, marked by a colourful inauguration under the joint aegis of Maa Kankeshwari Cricket Club and Kushabhau Sports Club.

1 min

Arjun Awardee Bishnoi joins 'Fit India Sunday on Cycle' initiative

Renowned wrestling coach and Arjun Awardee Kripashankar Bishnoi, actively participated in a cycle rally on Sunday, promoting the 'Fit India Sunday on Cycle' initiative.

1 min

MP excels at National School Karate Championship

The 68th National School Karate Championship saw Madhya Pradesh athletes excel, with Dhadak Shah and Krishna Bhardwaj both clinching gold medals, bringing the state's total gold medal tally to six.

1 min

Mandhana, Renuka blow away Windies

Stylish opener Smriti Mandhana extended her purple patch with a classy knock before pacer Renuka Thakur excelled with the new ball as India outplayed a self-destructing West Indies by a record 211 runs in the first Women's ODI here Sunday.

1 min

Inter-college division powerlifting, bodybuilding competition inaugurated

The inter-college divisional-level powerlifting and bodybuilding competition for men and women was inaugurated at Shri Ram Gym on Sunday.

1 min

No Time? No Worries!

Makeup hacks for busy mornings

1 min

Diet and fitness tips for busy people

In today's world, everyone is living a busy life. They are so busy with their work, life, friends and family that taking care of their own diet and fitness had moved out of the list.

2 mins

Why should you keep a sliced lemon next to your bed?

Keeping a sliced lemon next to your bed offers numerous advantages, from improving sleep quality to boosting mood and focus.

2 mins

Kareena's festive vacation

Actress shares special moments ahead of Christmas

1 min

Actor, Not Influencer

Mihir Ahuja talks about his career, industry experiences and plans for the New Year

2 mins

Diljit denies blocking AP on social media

Punjabi music star Diljit Dosanjh says he can have issues with the government but not with fellow artists as he denied AP Dhillon's allegations that he had blocked the singer on social media.

1 min

Can't do everything in your first film'

Richa Chadha on releasing Girls Will Be Girls digitally

1 min

Salman & Honey's 30 minutes

Salman Khan reveals Yo Yo Honey Singh composed Kisi Ka Bhai Kisi Ki Jaan song in just 30 mins

1 min

Game Changer vibes

Ram Charan and Kiara Advani showcase energetic moves in Game Changer's song Dhop

1 min

Kate brings Lee Miller's story

Kate Winslet opens up about financial struggles, dedication behind 'Lee' biopic

1 min

Why Whisper?

Contrary to its name, Whisper has never been hush-hush about the subject of menstruation.

3 mins

THE AUDIENCE PRIVACY DILEMMA

People want to feel respected, and they'll reward brands that treat them as partners, not data points, says the author.

2 mins

Modi meets yoga influencer in Kuwait

TALKS ABOUT FURTHER POPULARISING YOGA

1 min

36CR INDIANS COVERED BY GOVT HEALTH INSURANCE

31K HOSPITALS EMPANELLED

1 min

DUBAI TO HOST INDIA-PAK MATCHES

CHAMPIONS TROPHY

1 min

Bal Tarang and Pratibha Samman Samaroh

New Pink Flower Higher Secondary School, Indore, held its 29th Annual Function and Award Ceremony, titled Bal Tarang and Pratibha Samman Samaroh at the Ravindra Natya Grih.

1 min

Cultural events & award ceremony mark annual fest

Annual Function of Laurels School International, Indore, was celebrated with great zeal and grandeur.

1 min

3rd Inter-school Badminton Championship @NDPS

The third Inter-School Badminton Championship is being held at New Digambar Public School (NDPS).

1 min

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