Rajya Sabha member Sudha Murty urges mandatory counsellors in schools to support children facing sexual offences during a debate on the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences (Amendment) Bill, 2024.
Union Minister Sukanta Majumdar criticised West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee's dharna and outlined the BJP's promises for the upcoming assembly elections, including job creation, increased financial assistance for women, and proper DA for state government employees.
Police in Navi Mumbai have dismantled a fraudulent call centre accused of swindling individuals out of over Rs 1 crore by falsely promising high returns on share market investments. Two individuals have been arrested, and investigations are ongoing.
Former Indian football captain I.M. Vijayan has declined offers from multiple political parties to contest in the upcoming elections, but would consider a Rajya Sabha nomination.
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman announces increased domestic LPG production to offset import disruptions caused by Middle East tensions, alongside assurances of fertiliser availability and the clearing of UPA-era oil bonds.
As Aamir Khan turns 61 on March 14, Subhash K Jha looks at the 10 turning points in his career through the years.
The Jnanpith Award conferred upon lyricist Vairamuthu has ignited controversy within the Tamil literary community, with prominent figures like Jeyamohan and Charu Nivedita criticising the decision due to #MeToo allegations and questioning his literary merit.
While the introduction of branded generics is likely to accelerate volumes for GLP-1 agonists, value growth may moderate because of price erosion.
Gautam Gambhir explains why India backed Abhishek Sharma despite three ducks early in the T20 World Cup, as the opener bounced back with a blazing fifty in the final against New Zealand.
Political parties in West Bengal react to the Election Commission's reshuffle of senior administrative and police officials ahead of upcoming elections, with TMC criticising the move and BJP and CPI(M) welcoming it.
Israel has for more than two decades and several US presidencies worked to draw the United States into a full-scale war with Iran. Having finally achieved that, the last thing it wants is Trump declaring victory and going home, as he is prone to do. Ali Larijani was the figure most capable of handing Trump a negotiated exit with something to show for it. Without Larijani, the road to an exit gets considerably narrower. Prem Panicker continues his must read daily blog on the Gulf War.
Iran has not closed the Strait. It remains open; however, due to current conditions and circumstances, ships are unable to pass through the Hormuz. Otherwise, Iran never wanted the Strait to be closed or blocked, the supreme leader's representative said.
The glycemic index ranks carbohydrate-containing foods by how quickly they raise blood sugar.
'I suspect that Bangladesh being given permission stuck in India's official craw, and this story was an attempt to balance the scales by giving the impression that a similar waiver had been given to India as well.'
Kochi city cyber police have recovered over 1 crore stolen from an 81-year-old man through a 'digital arrest' online fraud. The incident occurred in November when the man was defrauded of around 1.30 crore. Police intervention led to the recovery of 1.06 crore from a bank in Jammu and Kashmir.
Yousef Pezeshkian, the son of the Iranian President, has confirmed that Iran's Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei is 'safe and sound'. This comes after certain reports claimed that he had been injured during the ongoing strikes by the United States and Israel, according to Al Jazeera.
Kochi cyber police recovered over 1 crore stolen from an 81-year-old man through a 'digital arrest' online fraud. The police froze the funds in a bank account in Srinagar and returned the money to the victim.
IIT Delhi, in collaboration with the University of Exeter, is developing cutting-edge sports technology, including wearable ultrasound sensors for injury prevention and helmets that can detect concussions in real-time, potentially revolutionising athlete safety and performance.
If the conflict continues for a prolonged period, State-run oil companies may have to review retail fuel prices accordingly.
Brent crude prices surged sharply on Monday, rising by more than 25 per cent to $116.5 per barrel, amid the ongoing conflict in West Asia, which has made crude prices bullish.
Before you watch Spirit on the big screen, unscramble this puzzle.
The Lok Sabha has revoked the suspension of eight opposition MPs after assurances of maintaining order and decorum in the House. The decision follows a period of disruption and debate over parliamentary conduct.
Two police officers in Jalna, Maharashtra, have been arrested by the Anti-Corruption Bureau for allegedly accepting a bribe from a sand truck owner.
'It is not a modern flaw created by markets or media, but a deep-seated human trait with evolutionary roots,' explains Harsh Roongta.
'It is not a modern flaw created by markets or media, but a deep-seated human trait with evolutionary roots,' explains Harsh Roongta.
Rapper Badshah is facing legal scrutiny and a potential travel ban after his latest Haryanvi music video, Tateeree, sparked outrage over its lyrics and visuals, prompting police to investigate and issue a Look Out Circular.
'I don't want to do silly or meaningless work anymore.'
An analysis of Gautam Gambhir's coaching style, highlighting his conviction, support for players, and success in white-ball cricket, while also addressing his polarising nature and the challenges he faces in longer formats.
The Iran conflict led to a sharp correction in Reliance Industries Ltd's (RIL's) share price, which has been partially reversed by a rebound.
South African pace legend Dale Steyn believes New Zealand risks inheriting the 'chokers' tag if they lose the T20 World Cup final against India, highlighting their repeated failures in major ICC finals.
The AIFF defends its preparation for the AFC Women's Asian Cup despite India's group-stage exit, citing extensive overseas exposure and matches. An inquiry has been ordered into a kit controversy.
The Uttar Pradesh government has formed a Special Investigation Team (SIT) to investigate the killing of two senior officials at a compressed biogas plant in Budaun, following the chief minister's orders. The SIT will conduct a detailed investigation into all aspects of the incident.
Guess who has been cheering cricketer Ishan Kishan from the stands during the India vs New Zealand T20 World Cup final? His girlfriend, Aditi Hundia.
Twenty20 was designed to favour batters, but few anticipated the bowlers' bloodbath that unfolded across four weeks in India and Sri Lanka at the just-concluded Twenty20 World Cup.
The incident came shortly after a spokesperson from Iran's military warned that Tehran could target ports and docks in the United Arab Emirates following recent United States strikes on Kharg Island, a key hub for Iran's oil exports.
'Money is not just about greed or accumulation. It gives you freedom, dignity and choice. And you have every right to all three.'
FC Barcelona hammered Newcastle United F.C. 7-2 to reach the Champions League quarter-finals, while Liverpool F.C., Bayern Munich and Atltico Madrid also advanced.
'Every good, bad, right and wrong were necessary to teach me, and take me where I stand today.'
'Even if it is defeated and the Speaker remains, the Opposition parties that have lost faith in his impartiality will continue to have that feeling.' 'If the Speaker reflects on this and tries to be more neutral, more impartial, more objective in his conduct -- then one can say the resolution had a salutary effect. That would be the best outcome.'
'Our diplomacy should have been focused on preventing war and avoiding the inevitable disruptions it would cause, posing a real risk to India's growth story,' asserts former foreign secretary Shyam Saran.
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