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Kerala: Fireworks accident in Kasargod injures 150, 8 in critical condition | Army dog Phantom dies in anti-terror op in Jammu and Kashmir's Sunderbani Sector | Maharashtra polls: Upset over poll ticket denial, senior BJP leader rebels; says will contest as independent candidate | Eknath Shinde-led Shiv Sena fields BJP's Shaina NC from Mumbadevi seat for Maharashtra polls | Days after Kalyan Banerjee row, oppn stages walkout over Waqf bill report, session sees verbal spat again | Russian envoy welcomes India-China agreement on border dispute, says 'amicable resolution requires trust' | 'Family gathering maliciously labelled as rave party': KT Rama Rao on 'farmhouse' raid | Kashmir: Suspected terrorists open fire at Army vehicles in Akhnoor | ED conducts fresh raids in MUDA case involving Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah | Secularism, Tamil language, removal of Guv's post: Actor Vijay spells out his newly-formed party's goals

Cornell pays tribute to Ratan Tata: A legacy of innovation, philanthropy, and global impact

Oct 10, 2024, at 07:02 pm

Mumbai: Cornell University, where Ratan Tata studied, paid rich tributes to him, acknowledging his lasting influence on entrepreneurs and business leaders worldwide.

Why did Ratan Tata, India's most beloved industrialist, remain unmarried for life?

Oct 10, 2024, at 05:21 pm

Mumbai/IBNS: The personal life of India's most beloved industrialist and philanthropist Ratan Tata, who passed away at the age of 86 on Wednesday, has remained much of a mystery.

India's most revered industrialist Ratan Tata to be given full state honours at funeral

Oct 10, 2024, at 05:09 pm

Mumbai/IBNS: India's most revered industrialist and philanthropist Ratan Tata, who passed away on Wednesday at the age of 86, will be cremated with full state honours, media reports said.

RG Kar: Junior doctors continue hunger strike after medics-govt talks yield no result

Oct 10, 2024, at 04:47 pm

Kolkata/IBNS: Seven junior doctors of West Bengal continued with their "fast unto death" protest over the rape and murder of 31-year-old medic from Kolkata's RG Kar Medical College and Hospital after a fresh round of talks between the agitators and government failed on Wednesday.

Centre clears deal to construct 2 nuclear submarines and purchase 31 Predator missile-firing drones

Oct 10, 2024, at 07:45 am

New Delhi/IBNS: The Cabinet Committee on Security (CCS), chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, on Wednesday approved two major deals to construct two nuclear-powered conventional strike submarines (SSNs) and the acquisition of 31 Predator missile-firing drones from US-based General Atomics in a big boost to India's military capability.

Ratan Tata, India's most revered industrialist and former Tata Group chairman, dies at 86

Oct 10, 2024, at 05:56 am

Mumbai/IBNS: Legendary industrialist Ratan Tata, who was the chairman emeritus of Tata Sons, died in Mumbai on Wednesday, the Tata Group said in a statement. He was 86.

EVM Row: Congress meets Election Commission over Haryana poll defeat

Oct 10, 2024, at 05:23 am

New Delhi/IBNS: Following a huge setback in Haryana, Congress leaders met the Election Commission on Wednesday evening and registered a strong complaint, alleging that Electronic Voting Machines have been hacked.

AAP claims Atishi's belongings have been evicted from Delhi Chief Minister residence

Oct 10, 2024, at 03:24 am

New Delhi/IBNS: Delhi Chief Minister Atishi has been evicted from her official residence two days after she moved there following her predecessor Arvind Kejriwal's vacating of the bungalow, the Aam Aadmi Party claimed today.

Ratan Tata's condition critical; under intensive care in Mumbai hospital: Report

Oct 10, 2024, at 02:16 am

Mumbai: Ratan Tata, chairman emeritus of Tata Sons, one of India's largest conglomerates, is in critical condition and currently receiving intensive care at a hospital in Mumbai, Reuters reported, citing two sources familiar with the situation on Wednesday.

INS Talwar arrives in South Africa to participate in IBSAMAR exercise

Oct 10, 2024, at 12:24 am

Indian Navy’s frontline stealth frigate, INS Talwar, arrived at Simon’s Town, South Africa, on Oct 6 to participate in the eighth edition of IBSAMAR, a joint multinational maritime exercise among Indian, Brazilian, and South African Navy.

Maldives is a close friend and key partner for India in Indian Ocean Region: Droupadi Murmu

Oct 09, 2024, at 11:59 pm

Indian President Droupadi Murmu recently hosted a banquet for her visiting Maldivian counterpart Mohamed Muizzu when he said  Maldives is a  a close friend and key partner for India in the Indian Ocean Region.

India sets sights on becoming global aviation powerhouse in next six years

Oct 09, 2024, at 11:19 pm

In a bold move to elevate its aviation sector to international prominence, the Indian government has unveiled an ambitious plan to transform the nation into a global aviation hub by the year 2030.

Nayab Saini calls on PM Modi a day after BJP's hattrick in Haryana

Oct 09, 2024, at 07:21 pm

New Delhi/IBNS: Nayab Saini, who is set to be back as the Haryana Chief Minister, on Wednesday called on Prime Minister Narendra Modi after the saffron party returned to power for the third consecutive term in the Hindi heartland state.

Will talk to Election Commission: Rahul Gandhi crying foul over Congress' defeat in Haryana

Oct 09, 2024, at 07:10 pm

New Delhi/IBNS: Congress continued to cry foul over its defeat in Haryana assembly elections with its top leader Rahul Gandhi on Wednesday saying the party will reach out to the Election Commission of India with the complaints it received from various constituencies.

'Feeling weak physically but mentally strong': RG Kar junior doctors show resilience on day 5 of 'fast unto death' protest

Oct 09, 2024, at 05:50 pm

Kolkata/IBNS: The 'fast unto death' protest by seven junior doctors against the RG Kar rape and murder incident entered the fifth day on Wednesday mounting pressure on the Mamata Banerjee government on the issue that has kept the state on boil for two months.

Haryana elections 2024: Internal conflicts marred Congress performance? Kumari Selja targets Bhupinder Hooda

Oct 09, 2024, at 07:39 am

Chandigarh: Congress witnessed a power tussle within its top ranks in Haryana even before the final election results were declared on Tuesday, as Congress leader Kumari Selja launched a veiled attack on Bhupinder Singh Hooda, under whose leadership the party contested but failed to win the state, media reports said.

AAP wins Doda seat in J&K polls, Kejriwal congratulates candidate Mehraj Malik in video call

Oct 09, 2024, at 07:01 am

New Delhi/IBNS: Even as the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) failed to open an account in Haryana, it managed to register its first victory in the Jammu and Kashmir assembly elections.

Jalebi jokes take over social media after Congress bites dust in Haryana elections

Oct 09, 2024, at 06:08 am

In politics, it’s common to circle around before making a point, but bringing jalebis into the conversation was an unexpected twist. Rahul Gandhi managed to do just that, and on Tuesday, as the Congress faced a defeat in the Haryana assembly elections, jalebis became a trending topic on social media platforms.

Haryana poll result 'shocking and unacceptable': Congress

Oct 09, 2024, at 05:47 am

New Delhi/IBNS: The Congress party Tuesday said the election result in Haryana is "shocking and unacceptable" after the Bharatiya Janata Party made history with a third consecutive term in the state.

BJP celebrates Haryana victory, highlights J&K performance; Congress calls Haryana results a 'defeat of democracy'

Oct 09, 2024, at 04:40 am

New Delhi: The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) is celebrating after securing a third consecutive term in Haryana, despite predictions of a setback due to factors such as alleged farmer dissatisfaction and the wrestlers' protests. Exit polls had also forecasted a poor showing for the BJP and a victory for the Congress.

PM Modi calls Haryana election win historic, labels Congress as 'parasitic party'

Oct 09, 2024, at 04:16 am

New Delhi/IBNS: Lauding the party workers for an unprecedented victory, Prime Minister Narendra Modi Tuesday said Haryana has scripted history by giving a third consecutive term to the BJP in the state.

BJP to retain Nayab Singh Saini as Haryana CM after historic third term in assembly polls: Reports

Oct 09, 2024, at 02:49 am

Chandigarh/IBNS: The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) top leadership is expected to retain Nayab Singh Saini as the Chief Minister of Haryana after the party secured a historic third term in the state assembly polls, media reports said.

UK-based MATV condemns Pakistan-sponsored pro-Khalistan extremism

Oct 09, 2024, at 12:36 am

In a fervent broadcast during the “Gurdwara MiriPiri” program on September 20, UK-based MATV delivered a robust condemnation of Pakistan-sponsored pro-Khalistan elements, specifically targeting the actions and influence of SFJ Chief Gurpatwant Singh Pannun.

Gatka: A martial art from Punjab gaining global popularity

Oct 09, 2024, at 12:33 am

In the heart of Punjab, where golden fields of wheat stretch under the vast sky, lies a tradition as vibrant and enduring as the land itself: Gatka, the ancient martial art of the Sikhs.

BJP returns for a historic third term in Haryana, Jammu and Kashmir picks NC-Congress

Oct 09, 2024, at 12:28 am

Chandigarh/Srinagar: Upsetting exit poll predictions, the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), which failed to secure an absolute majority in the Lok Sabha polls earlier this year leading to a coalition government, salvaged its prestige in Haryana by bouncing back on Tuesday for a historic third consecutive term by bagging 48 of the 90 seats in the state assembly.

Indian PM Narendra Modi to visit Vientiane for ASEAN-India and East Asia summits

Oct 09, 2024, at 12:03 am

Indian PM Narendra Modi will visit  Vientiane, Lao PDR, to attend the   21st ASEAN-India Summit and the 19th East Asia Summit this week, MEA said on Tuesday.

Kolkata rape-murder case: Mass resignation by 50 RG Kar senior doctors amid junior medics' 'fast unto death' protests

Oct 08, 2024, at 09:16 pm

Kolkata: About 50 senior faculty members at Kolkata's RG Kar Medical College and Hospital stepped down in a mass resignation on Tuesday escalating the protests over the rape and murder of a trainee doctor, media reports said.

BJP set for third term in Haryana, NC-Congress sweeps historic Jammu and Kashmir elections

Oct 08, 2024, at 08:11 pm

Chandigarh/Srinagar/IBNS: Months after failing to secure a majority in the Lok Sabha elections, the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) bounced back on Tuesday securing a third consecutive term in Haryana.

Omar Abdullah will be Jammu and Kashmir CM, announces Farooq Abdullah as NC-Cong win is certain

Oct 08, 2024, at 07:38 pm

Srinagar/IBNS: National Conference president Farooq Abdullah has announced his son and party leader Omar Abdullah will become the next Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister as the NC-Congress alliance is set for a sweeping victory in the union territory.

Haryana poll results: Wrestler-turned-Congress candidate Vinesh Phogat set for a win

Oct 08, 2024, at 07:28 pm

Chandigarh/IBNS: Wrestler Vinesh Phogat, who fought the Haryana assembly elections on Congress' candidate, is set for a win on her poll debut.