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In this issue

December 24, 2024

Naxal carrying Rs 25L bounty held in Ch'garh

A senior Naxalite leader, carrying a reward of Rs 25 lakh on his head, has been arrested by security forces in Chhattisgarh's Kanker district, a senior police official said on Monday and termed it as a significant success in fight against Left-wing extremism.

1 min

HC denies anticipatory bail to ex-IAS probationer

The Delhi High Court on Monday refused to grant anticipatory bail to former IAS probationer Puja Khedkar who has been accused of cheating and wrongly availing of OBC and disability quota benefits in the civil services examination.

1 min

Now ED files PMLA case

The Enforcement Directorate (ED) has filed a money laundering case against a former road transport department constable, who was recently searched by the Lokayukta police on allegations of possession of disproportionate assets and a \"linked\" seizure of Rs 52 crore gold and cash from an abandoned SUV, official sources said on Monday.

1 min

CM: My govt has stopped extortions at toll barriers

The Income Tax department is contemplating to issue a lookout notice against former transport constable Saurabh Sharma in connection with the seizure of 52 kg gold and Rs 11 crore in cash from an abandoned car in Mendori village recently.

1 min

Cong protests against attack on party office

Register named FIR in seven days or Congress will gherao BJP office, warns Patwari

1 min

DAVV old stars shine back

The two-day 'Samagam 2.0' kick-started on an inspiring note at university auditorium on Monday.

1 min

Over 400 get govt jobs at BSF rozgar mela

The 14th rozgar mela was organised on Monday at CSWT BSF Campus, Indore where Savitri Thakur, Minister of State, Ministry of Women and Child Development graced the occasion as chief guest.

1 min

Pilgrims of Hope: A message of peace and joy for all

\"The tradition of exchanging gifts during Christmas mirrors the first gifts Jesus Christ brought to humanity that was hope, love and peace,\" said Bishop Dr Thomas Mathew of Catholic Diocese of Indore in an exclusive interview with Free Press on Monday.

1 min

MASSIVE FIRE AT TWO FACTORIES

INFERNO | 7.9L litres of water used to douse flames

1 min

Why BJP allies silent on Amit Shah's remarks on Ambedkar, asks Cong

The Congress, on Monday, questioned the 'silence' of BJP allies TDP and JD(U) on Union Home Minister Amit Shah's remarks on Dr BR Ambedkar.

1 min

Man held with 27-gm brown sugar

Police said on Monday that the crime branch arrested an individual with 27 grams of brown sugar worth Rs 2.70 lakh.

1 min

Indore records decline in migratory birds

Bird watch 2024

1 min

NEET aspirant held from Jodhpur

Accused was operating bank accounts for the gang

1 min

Man uses Waqf Board's fake stamps to grab property, booked

A case was registered at Sanyogitaganj police station against a man for allegedly using forged documents and fake stamps of Waqf Board to illegally acquire properties of the board, police said.

1 min

Farmers demand payment of insurance claims

On the nationwide call of the Sanyukt Kisan Morcha, farmers demonstrated in front of a bank situated at Maharani Road on Monday.

1 min

Mayor takes stringent action over poor sanitation

Mayor Geeta Durgesh Agrawal took stringent action on complaints regarding poor sanitation during Prabhat Pheri which was taken out on Hanuman Ashtami.

1 min

Ludhiana's Ramprakash wins FIDE rating chess tournament

Ludhiana's FIDE Master Ramprakash won the first international chess tournament held in Ujjain.

1 min

Sanjha Utsav SHG Fair begins

In continuation of the ministry of housing and urban affairs, Government of India, Ujjain Municipal Corporation (UMC) is organising a 6-day 'Sanjha Utsav SHG Fair' at Samajik Nyay Parisar, Agar Road till December 28.

1 min

Hanuman Ashtami celebrated amid fervour and devotion

ANNUAL EVENT | A tableau of Lord Hanuman's childhood was decorated

1 min

BJP gears up for Good Governance Day

BJP will celebrate the 100th birth anniversary of former Prime Minister Atal Bihari Vajpayee as 'Good Governance Day' for a year.

1 min

Two MTMC staff grilled over extortion from devotees

Collector Neeraj Kumar Singh and SP Pradeep Sharma on Monday evening interrogated two employees of Mahakaleshwar Temple Management Committee (MTMC) for about one hour in Mahakal police station.

1 min

Christmas celebration held at St Mary's

The spirit of Christmas embodies love, generosity and goodness and this essence was beautifully captured during Christmas celebration at St Mary's HS School.

1 min

Health dept cancels Yashlok Hospital's registration over woman's death

Chief medical and health officer (CMHO) has cancelled the registration of Yashlok Hospital, located at Sudama Nagar, following allegations of negligence leading to a woman's death.

1 min

Vision documents of districts to be prepared

Divisional commissioner Deepak Singh has directed all the district collectors of Indore division to organise Jan Samvad programmes at the district, municipal, and gram panchayat levels in their respective districts.

1 min

Indore gets 52K new electricity connections this year

2L CONNECTIONS GIVEN IN 15 DISTRICTS UNDER WEST DISCOM

1 min

Demand to run one of two trains to Jodhpur at night

Demand presented at DRUCC meeting

1 min

2 Mukhyamantri Jankalyan Abhiyan in-charges suspended

Orders were issued at a review meeting of the campaign presided over by Municipal commissioner Shivam Verma

1 min

National Farmers' Day and Soya Farmers Day observed at IISR

Dr KH Singh, director of the Indian Institute of Soybean Research (IISR), has said that during the 'National Farmers' Day' organised last year, seeds of soya varieties like NRC-150, NRC-165, and NRC-181 were made available, which received a very good response.

1 min

Women entrepreneurs for multi-story cluster

The industrial women's group AIMP Siddhi, under Association of Industries Madhya Pradesh (AIMP) president Yogesh Mehta's guidance, held a meeting recently to discuss land requirements for a multi-story cluster in the city.

1 min

Saurabh extorted money from check posts for 4 yrs

REVELATIONS: Ex-RTO constable and his team shook down the truck operators and shared the carrots among themselves

1 min

NGT seeks response over stubble burning cases in MP

The National Green Tribunal has sought a response from pollution watchdog CAQM on Madhya Pradesh recording the highest stubble burning cases in the country.

1 min

Chhattisgarh tops nation in increase of forest, tree cover

Chhattisgarh has achieved a remarkable milestone by securing the first position in India for the largest increase in combined forest and tree cover, as per the Indian Forest Survey Report (ISFR) 2023.

1 min

Chhattisgarh to celebrate 'Veer Bal Diwas' on December 26

The Chhattisgarh Government's School Education Department has announced the celebration of 'Veer Bal Diwas' on December 26, 2024, across all schools in the state.

1 min

Sunny Leone fake bank account holder claims: I am being framed

The man alleged of fraudulently operating ex-porn star Sunny Leone bank account and reaping cash benefits of government run Mahtari Vandan scheme, has been reportedly identified and arrested.

2 mins

Chhattisgarh bags investment proposals worth ₹15,184 crore

INVESTORS CONNECT MEET | CM unveils industrial policy

1 min

Dr. Mohan Bhagwat's statewide tour

Dr. Mohan Bhagwat, the Sarsanghchalak (Chief) of the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS), will be in Raipur from December 27 to 31 as part of his nationwide tour marking the centenary celebrations of the organization.

1 min

Raipur to host 24th National Tribal Sports Competition

Preparations are in full swing for the 24th National Tribal Sports Competition, scheduled to take place in Raipur, the capital of Chhattisgarh, from December 27 to 31.

1 min

Bhupesh demands CBI inquiry in Police recruitment scam

Former Chief Minister Bhupesh levelled serious allegations of malpractice and corruption in recently held police recruitment and demanded a CBI enquiry.

1 min

Youth Congress protests against BJP Government

The Chhattisgarh Youth Congress staged a massive protest against the BJP-led state government, marking the completion of its first year in power on Monday.

1 min

Swift action against illegal plotting, encroachment

In a decisive move to curb illegal plotting and encroachment, Raipur District Collector Dr. Gaurav Singh issued strict directives to revenue officials during the weekly deadline meeting held at the Red Cross meeting room in the Collectorate premises on Monday.

1 min

Exporting MSMEs up to 1,73,350 in 2024-25: Centre

The total number of exporting micro, small and medium enterprises (MSMEs) increased considerably from 52,849 in 2020-21 to 1,73,350 in 2024-25, the government said on Monday.

1 min

Gilts end up on fall in US yields, February rate cut hope

Government bond prices ended higher due to a fall in US Treasury yields since Friday on softer-than-expected inflation data.

1 min

Stock markets to remain open for trading: BSE, NSE

The BSE and the NSE said the stock markets will be open for trading on February 1, 2025, Saturday, on account of the Union Budget for 2025-26.

1 min

'Growth slowdown serious, mfg push can curb inflation'

Cutting repo rate could help revive pvt invest

2 mins

Retail inflation for farm, rural workers eases in November

Retail inflation for farm workers and rural labourers dipped to 5.35 per cent and 5.47 per cent in November compared to 5.96 per cent and 6 per cent, respectively, in October this year. All-India Consumer Price Index for Agricultural Labourers (CPI-AL) and Rural Labourers (CPI-RL) registered an increase of 5 points each in Nov 2024, reaching levels of 1,320 and 1,331, respectively.

1 min

India poised to lead global race towards 6G: COAI

India is poised to lead the global race towards 6G, with an exciting opportunity to drive technological leadership, the Cellular Operators Association of India (COAI) said on Monday.

1 min

Rupee falls 7 paise to close at 85.11 against US dollar

The rupee depreciated 7 paise and settled for the day at 85.11 against the US dollar on Monday, amid continued strength in the dollar index bolstered by the Fed's policy stance.

1 min

INDIA'S SAVINGS RATE SHOOTS PAST GLOBAL AVERAGE: SBI REPORT

India's savings rate has surpassed the global average as financial inclusion has shot up in the country with over 80 per cent adults now having formal financial accounts, according to an SBI report released on Monday.

1 min

Sebi suspends trading in Bharat Global Developers over financial misrepresentation

Markets regulator Sebi on Monday suspended trading in Bharat Global Developers Ltd (BGDL) for financial misrepresentation, misleading disclosures, price manipulation, and offloading shares at inflated prices.

1 min

Mkts stage sharp recovery; Sensex climbs 500 pts

\"The lower-than-expected US PCE print bolstered investor sentiment in interest rate-sensitive sectors\"

1 min

Claims ratio of non-life insurers decreases to 82.52% in FY24

Net incurred claims to net earned premium (claims ratio) of non-life insurance industry stood at 82.52 per cent during 2023-24 as against 82.95 per cent in the preceding fiscal year, as per the Irdai's annual report.

1 min

Nissan, Honda expected to announce plans to merge

Japanese automakers Nissan and Honda were expected to announce Monday that they are in talks on a merger that would catapult them to No. 3 in a global industry undergoing tectonic shifts as it transitions away from reliance on fossil fuels while facing intensifying competition from Chinese rivals.

1 min

Telecom subscriber base in India sees decline in October 2024

The Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI) has released its subscription data for October 2024, revealing a decline of 33 lakh active subscribers across the country.

1 min

Indus Towers now a Bharti Airtel subsidiary

Indus Towers Ltd's board on Saturday terminated its shareholders' agreement with Bharti Airtel Ltd. and Vodafone group, with the shareholders of the UK-based company having exited the telecom infrastructure company earlier this month.

1 min

NCLAT upholds Reliance Broadcast sale to Sapphire Media

The NCLAT on Monday set aside a batch of appeals filed against an NCLT order approving bids of Sapphire Media for Reliance Broadcast Network Ltd.

1 min

ADB commits USD 70 mn to Vastu Hsg Fin

Manila-based multilateral funding agency Asian Development Bank (ADB) has committed USD 70 million (about Rs 595 crore) to Vastu Housing Finance to bolster affordable home loans.

1 min

Bharat Electronics Ltd bags orders worth ₹973 cr

Bharat Electronics Limited (BEL) has secured additional orders worth Rs 973 crore since last disclosure on December 9, the Navratna Defence Public Sector Undertaking said on Monday.

1 min

Adani Group to buy Air Works for enterprise value of ₹400 cr

Adani Group on Monday said it will acquire aviation maintenance, repair and overhaul (MRO) services firm Air Works for an enterprise value of Rs 400 crore.

1 min

L&T secures major defence order for K9 Vajra-T artillery platforms

Infrastructure major Larsen & Toubro (L&T) on Monday said it has bagged a major order from the Defence Ministry for the supply of K9 Vajra-T Artillery Platforms to the Indian Army.

1 min

HC bars entities from using Reliance Retail's trademarks

The Delhi High Court on Monday restrained some entities from using Reliance Retail Ltd.'s \"Reliance\", \"Campa\" and \"Campa Cola\" trademarks till the next hearing on May 19.

1 min

Hurdles for Nifty at 23850, 24000

Nifty Index closed positive but formation of lower top - lower bottom is still intact as index failed to hold above 23850 zones and turned volatile

2 mins

Is FMCG slowdown temporary?

The FMCG sector has been under pressure lately, with Godrej Consumer Products Limited (GCPL) reporting weaker-than-expected Q3 results, sparking concerns across the market.

1 min

Record govt jobs provided in one-and-a-half years: PM

14TH EDITION OF ROZGAR MELA

1 min

Police 'killed' Dalit man, alleges Rahul in Parbhani

MEETING SURYAVANSHI'S KIN: CM says visit politically motivated

1 min

Congress hits the streets to seek Shah's resignation

The Congress on Tuesday organised press conferences across the nation to demand the resignation of Home Minister Amit Shah for his remarks on Dr. B.R. Ambedkar during the Constitution debate in Rajya Sabha on December 17.

1 min

Defamation case: HC issues contempt notice to Saket Gokhale

The Delhi High Court on Monday issued a notice to Trinamool Congress Rajya Sabha MP Saket Gokhale over his failure to pay Rs 50 lakh damages to former diplomat Lakshmi Puri, wife of Union Minister Hardeep Singh Puri.

1 min

Former NCPCR chief Kanoongo appointed NHRC member

Former chairperson of the National Commission for Protection of Child Rights (NCPCR) Priyank Kanoongo has been appointed as a member of National Human Rights Commission (NHRC).

1 min

'One day, they'll end up digging their own govt'

AKHILESH ATTACKS BJP OVER SAMBHAL

1 min

Techie loses Rs 11.8 cr to 'digital arrest' scam

A 39-year-old software engineer became a victim to a \"digital arrest\" scam and lost Rs 11.8 crore when fraudsters impersonating police officials claimed that his Aadhaar card was being misused to open bank accounts for money laundering, police said on Monday.

1 min

Karnataka minister will complain to Prez, PM

OBSCENE REMARK ROW | Minister Laxmi Hebbalkar asserts that she will pursue justice against BJP's CT Ravi

1 min

Ambedkar statue vandalised

A statue of Babasaheb Ambedkar was vandalised in the early hours on Monday by unidentified persons in Ahmedabad city, triggering a protest, police said.

1 min

How Benegal was influenced by Ray

If maestro Satyajit Ray had influenced parallel Hindi cinema in the late Sixties and the early Seventies, several budding talents had joined the bandwagon among whom the likes of Shyam Benegal, Govind Nihalani and Saeed Mirza can be named.

1 min

How looting bride targeted rich men

Looteri dulhan married a series of men, collected a total of Rs 1.25cr

1 min

BJP ups the rhetoric to expose Cong 'hypocrisy'

Gaurav Vivek Bhatnagar and Aritra Singha

2 mins

Bundelkhand's development to see new era

Ken-Betwa Link Project

1 min

Ministers allotted offices, bungalows

Following the recent allocation of cabinet portfolios to ministers, the state administration has now finalised the allocation of residential bungalows and office spaces for the ministers.

1 min

Rural Maha to get 19.6 lakh houses

Union Agriculture Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan announced that 19.66 lakh houses will be provided to rural Maharashtra this year under the Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana.

1 min

Illegal bhattis: NGT takes suo-motu cognisance

The National Green Tribunal (NGT) has taken suo-motu cognisance of a news report published by The Free Press Journal on August 26, concerning pollution caused by illegal furnaces (bhattis) along Kherani Road in Saki Naka.

1 min

MPCB asked to clarify salt pan land status

The National Green Tribunal (NGT) has directed the Maharashtra Pollution Control Board (MPCB) to file a reply affidavit regarding the Wadala salt pan land, clarifying actions taken by the joint committee constituted earlier for the same.

1 min

Fadnavis hints at national stage for sulking Bhujbal

The NCP leader claims that the CM assured that the interests of OBCs would not be compromised

1 min

Cops fail to inform 'grounds of arrest'; HC quashes arrest of 'Bangladeshi'

Asks police commissioner to issue notice to officer concerned and take appropriate disciplinary action

1 min

Khalistani terrorist's key arms-man arrested

In the Punjab terror conspiracy case, the National Investigation Agency (NIA), on Monday, arrested Jatinder Singh, from Mankhurd. Singh is a key associate of designated Khalistani terrorist Lakhbir Singh, alias Landa – a foreign-based operative of the banned Babbar Khalsa International – and notorious gangster Bachitar Singh, alias Pavitar Batala.

1 min

Cops 'killed' Dalit man, alleges RaGa

PARBHANI VIOLENCE | Rahul Gandhi visits the relatives of Somnath Suryavanshi; claims it was a cent per cent custodial death

1 min

HC accepts apology of woman who messaged judge hearing her appeal

The woman moved HC challenging the district court's order that granted custody of their 6-yr-old daughter to her husband

1 min

Dead fish in Mula-Mutha raises pollution concerns

TOXIC WATER | Industrial waste released into the rivers blamed

2 mins

Man arrested with counterfeit currency notes

The Samartha Police have apprehended a man from Gujarat with counterfeit currency notes of Rs100 and Rs500 from Rasta Peth during a late-night operation between Friday and Saturday.

1 min

Raksha Khadse announces Jalgaon horticulture cluster

Jalgaon district has been selected as a pilot project under the National Horticulture Board's cluster development programme to boost India's horticulture sector, said Union Minister of State Raksha Khadse at a press conference last week.

1 min

Sugarcane fields turn into refuge for wild animals in Satara

Struggling wildlife

2 mins

TWO EVENTS END

Sunday saw the successful conclusion of two major events in the city, each captivating different audiences.

1 min

UNRULY TRUCK KILLS THREE

Victims include two toddlers | Six others have been injured in the incident | Victims were sleeping on the footpath

1 min

Civic body mulls proposal to bear dog bite treatment cost

The increasing menace of stray dog bites in Pune has become a growing concern for residents.

1 min

No relief to Puja Khedkar

Delhi HC rejects anticipatory bail plea | Highlights prima facie case | Accused of fraud against constitutional body

1 min

BJP MLA Shah calls for razing of illegal shops

BJP MLA from Ellisbridge Amit Shah alleged in a meeting that a municipal school was turned into an illegal shopping complex in Jamalpur area of Ahmedabad.

1 min

Gujarat announces new SOP for govt schemes

New guidelines have been made for cardiology, radiology, TKR/THR and neonatal services

1 min

Gujarat to witness light showers amid cold

Amid the increasing cold and chilly winds, the Indian Meteorological Department in Ahmedabad has predicted rain in parts of the state for three days starting December 27.

1 min

Aditi Patel Makes History as the 1st Forever Miss Universe India 2024

In a dazzling celebration of grace, beauty, and empowerment, Aditi Patel has been crowned the first-ever Forever Miss Universe India 2024.

1 min

Rajkot, uncovers ₹100 cr scam in input tax credit

GST SCAM | Traders used to earn funds from the government in the name of bogus companies, showing false transactions

1 min

Adani Foundation empowers tribal communities

Adani Foundation, the philanthropic arm of India's corporate giant Adani Group, has been driving significant changes in the remotest tribal areas of Umarpada taluka, Surat, for the past three years.

1 min

Man adopts Hindu name to befriend, sexually assault female

A case of alleged \"love jihad\" has come to light in the city involving a textile trader, Yusuf Mia Mohammad Mandapwala, who lives in Adajan Patiya.

1 min

Nigerians held in int'l drug racket

The Narcotics Control Bureau (NCB), Ahmedabad, busted an international drug trafficking syndicate with the seizure of 2 kg of ketamine and the arrest of four individuals, including three Nigerian nationals, the agency announced on Sunday.

1 min

Ahmedabad police plan safety measures for New Year festivity

To ensure a safe and secure New Year's Eve celebration in Ahmedabad, the city police have announced comprehensive measures, including the deployment of extensive manpower, checkpoints to curb drunken driving, and dedicated teams to address women's safety and illegal activities.

1 min

Kishan Reddy hands over 546 appointment letters to youth

546 candidates, belonging to the Telangana and Andhra Pradesh states, who have been selected for the various posts in CRPF, ITBP, SSB, Railways, Postal Dept, Maulana Azad National Urdu University Hyderabad, University of Hyderabad, SBI, and Canara Bank, were offered appointment letters during this occasion

1 min

SIPC reviews investment proposals, recommends TCS

The State Investment Promotion Committee (SIPC) convened a crucial meeting on Monday at the State Secretariat under the chairmanship of Chief Secretary Neerabh Kumar Prasad.

1 min

One critical after inhaling toxic gas at pharma company

Two persons are suspected to have inhaled a toxic gas at a private pharma company at Jawaharlal Nehru Pharma City in the district are hospitalized and one of them is in critical condition, said a police official on Monday.

1 min

Entire nation is going to look at Telangana in wonder: Bhatti

Deputy Chief Minister Bhatti Vikramarka said that everyone would witness vibrant Telangana with extensive development and welfare programmes in the coming days.

1 min

MANUU students embark on a trip to Himachal Pradesh

ek bharat shreshtha bharat

1 min

Mission Bhagiratha Call Center launched; gets 9 calls on first day

The toll-free number, 1800-599-4007, is now operational, with nine calls received on its launch day

1 min

Unused Vermicompost Of 8 years to generate Rs 14 lakh income

A dump yard in Tummalapalli village is constructed at an estimated cost of Rs.2.23 crore

2 mins

Prakasam rattled by third consecutive day of earthquakes

Fear and uncertainty gripped Prakasam district on Monday as it experienced its third consecutive day of mild earthquakes.

1 min

Passenger gets back misplaced bag of valuables

A heartwarming instance of vigilance and dedication unfolded at Mangaluru international airport here on Monday when a passenger got back his bag containing valuables worth Rs 20 lakh and Rs 1 lakh in cash.

1 min

Software engineer loses Rs 11.8 cr in 'digital arrest'

A 39-year-old software engineer became a victim to a \"digital arrest\" scam and lost Rs 11.8 crore when fraudsters impersonating police officials claimed that his Aadhaar card was being misused to open bank accounts for money laundering, police said on Monday.

1 min

MP asks farmers to unite to take nation forward

Mysuru-Kodagu Member of Parliament Yaduveer Krishnadutta Chamaraja Wadiyar on Monday advised all farmers organizations to come under one platform and stay united as such solidarity will help in securing their demands.

1 min

'No question of forgiving MLC Ravi at any cost for using derogatory word'

FURIOUS LAXMI

3 mins

Derogatory language: Surjewala calls for strict action against MLC

AICC general secretary in-charge of Karnataka, Randeep Singh Surjewala, on Monday urged the state government to take strict action against BJP MLC C T Ravi for allegedly using a derogatory word against Minister Laxmi Hebbalkar in the Legislative Council recently.

1 min

Fitting art for Beautiful Game: Spurring fan culture in IT City

After a long week at work, a sport aficionado in Bengaluru would trade his money for a ticket to watch his favourite football team.

1 min

Isro to launch SpaDeX Mission

Dec 30

1 min

Projects worth Rs 9.8k crore cleared; generation of over 5,000 jobs assured

Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah on Monday approved nine industrial projects worth Rs 9,823.31 crore, adding that it would create employment opportunities for 5,605 people.

1 min

Will Jagdeep Dhankhar make it to the Rashtrapati Bhawan in 2027?

Vice President Dhankhar's presidential dreams are clouded by controversies and BJP's history of political sidelining.

3 mins

Poll rule tweaks raise questions

It has reignited debates about the Election Commission's autonomy amidst allegations of irregularities

2 mins

Ashwin shocks and awes

A new generation of players will replace the current crop of seasoned players

1 min

Economic and political prognosis for 2025: Trends and challenges

Economic uncertainties, geopolitical conflicts, and domestic challenges dominate global and Indian scenarios in 2025

4 mins

Slovak PM Fico holds talks with Putin during surprise Russia trip

Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fico has held one-on-one talks with Russian President Vladimir Putin during a surprise visit to Moscow, according to the Kremlin.

1 min

Dozens dead after ferry capsizes in DR Congo: Official

At least 38 people have died and more than 100 others remain missing after a ferry carrying passengers traveling for Christmas capsized on a river in the northeastern Democratic Republic of the Congo, according to officials and witnesses.

1 min

Israeli airstrikes on Gaza kill at least 20 people

Palestinian medics say Israeli airstrikes on the Gaza Strip have killed at least 20 people.

1 min

Chinese court orders suspended death for driver who killed schoolchildren

THE WHY FACTOR | The objective of the killings is not clear yet

1 min

A nuclear Christmas gift for the French

The French nuclear reactor or the EPR (European Pressurised Reactor) in Flamanville, Normandy made a historic leap by connecting to the national electricity grid on Saturday, 20 December; a first in 25 years.

2 mins

Trump vows to stop transgender lunacy

Admin Agenda

1 min

US lawmakers want to ban Chinese drones

Russell Hedrick, a North Carolina farmer, flies drones to spray fertilisers on his corn, soybean and wheat fields at a fraction of what it would cost him to use a conventional ground spreader.

1 min

Trump appoints Indian-American entrepreneur as senior AI advisor

US President-elect Donald Trump on Sunday announced the appointment of Sriram Krishnan, an aide of billionaire Elon Musk and Microsoft's ex-employee, as the Senior Policy Advisor for Artificial Intelligence at the White House Office of Science and Technology Policy.

1 min

Woman dies after being set on fire on New York subway

A man has been arrested in New York in connection with the death of a woman who was set on fire on a subway train in Brooklyn.

1 min

Indo-Pak clash in UAE

Rivalry Reunited| High voltage tie likely on Feb 23

1 min

Can Team India take 20 wickets? Pujara raises concerns

Bowling Depth Missing Its Mark

1 min

Kotian replaces retired Ashwin in squad

Mumbai off-spinner Tanush Kotian is set to join the India squad in Australia to replace the recently retired Ravichandran Ashwin.

1 min

Lifting hopes, shouldering heartbreak

Mirabai & weightlifting's unfulfilled dreams

1 min

Head absent during training session

Explosive batter Travis Head was a notable absentee in Australia's net session on Monday ahead of the Boxing Day Test.

1 min

Atal Volleyball Club, Brothers Club shine in Atal Sports Fest

The Atal Sports Festival continues to dazzle sports enthusiasts with thrilling competitions across multiple disciplines.

1 min

Jincy George's ton leads MP into semifinals

BCCI WOMEN'S SENIOR LIMITED OVERS KNOCKOUT TOURNAMENT

1 min

Royal Rajwada clinch victory at IDCCA Sports Day event

Indore-Dewas Chapter of Cost Accountants (IDCCA) successfully hosted its inaugural Sports Day on Sunday.

1 min

MANU OVERLOOKED FOR KHEL RATNA AWARD!

A GLARING OVERSIGHT| A double Olympic medallist, but no recognition?

1 min

Dominant display by Aniket powers MP to fourth league win

In an exhilarating match of the BCCI Men's U23 Limited Overs Tournament held in Raipur, Madhya Pradesh emerged victorious against Karnataka by six wickets.

1 min

MP dominates National School Karate C'ship

Hosts clinch overall championship with 20 medals

1 min

Delhi dominates with Saini's speed, Rawat's resolve

VIJAY HAZARE TROPHY

1 min

MP team shines at Regional Civil Services Tennis tourney

Sara's dominance, Raghav's brilliance led to medal triumph

1 min

Nishant's ton secures win for Vijay Club

In another thrilling contest played under the ongoing MPCA A Grade Cricket Competition organised by the IDCA, Vijay Club registered victory over Jai Girnari in a closely contested match.

1 min

Electrifying Day II at MP State Closed Squash tourney

Local Sports

1 min

Harshit's double ton leads Indore to victory

Indore Division showcased a stellar performance in the ongoing inter-divisional Hiralal Gaikwad Under-18 cricket tournament, securing a commanding win against Narmadapuram Division.

1 min

Heart-Healthy Goals for the New Year: Tips for the young generation

Are you thinking of making a New Year's resolution for the upcoming year? Then don't forget to prioritize your heart health!

2 mins

Anti-ageing herb for your skin: Ashwagandha

Ayurveda considers Ashwagandha to be one of its most important herbs. Ashwagandha has been used for thousands of years to relieve stress, increase energy levels, and improve concentration.

2 mins

Honey Singh's sister recalls heartbreaking moment

During Honey Singh's newly released documentary, Yo Yo Honey Singh: Famous, his sister, Sneha, opened up about his mental health struggles.

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Fateh: Sonu's breathtaking action extravaganza

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