Election Commission transfers five SSPs in Punjab
New Delhi, March 21 - The Election Commission on Thursday ordered the transfer of several non-cadre officers who are posted at leadership positions as Senior Superintendents of Police (SSPs) in Punjab.
BJP appoints Vinay Sahasrabuddhe as Raj election in-charge
Jaipur, March 21 - The BJP on Thursday announced state election in-charge for Rajasthan ahead of the Lok Sabha elections.
Polycab targeted by ransomware attack
New Delhi, March 21 - Polycab India was targeted by a ransomware attack but the incident has not impacted the core systems and operations of the company.
‘Disrespecting Indira, Rajiv Gandhi’s legacy’: Cong veteran Anand Sharma calls out Rahul’s caste census stand
New Delhi, March 21 - Congress veteran Anand Sharma, a member of the Congress Working Committee (CWC), has raised strong objections to the party’s Lok Sabha election campaign centered around the caste-based census, calling it a “departure from the historic position and also
South African spinner Keshav Maharaj visits Ram Mandir in Ayodhya to seek blessings
New Delhi, March 21 - South Africa cricketer Keshav Maharaj visited the Ram Mandir in Ayodhya on Thursday after linking up with the Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) camp ahead of the 17th edition of the Indian Premier League (IPL).
Congress cries foul over frozen party funds, calls it a ‘criminal action’
New Delhi, March 21 - The Congress party, led by its top brass including party President Mallikarjun Kharge, senior leaders Sonia Gandhi and Rahul Gandhi and Treasurer Ajay Maken held a press conference in the national Capital on Thursday and protested strongly against
Startup Mahakumbh: Rise of entrepreneurs from tier 2, 3 cities big boost to ecosystem
New Delhi, March 21 - India's startup ecosystem is on a journey of unprecedented innovation and growth and the rise of entrepreneurs from tier-2 and 3 cities are shining examples of how inclusive growth can lead to sustainable development, industry experts said on
Railways to run 540 extra trains to clear Holi rush
New Delhi, March 21 - Indian Railways is running 540 train services to clear the rush of passengers in the ongoing Holi festive season, the Ministry of Railways said on Thursday.
Ransomware emerged as top cyber threat in India: Report
New Delhi, March 21 - Ransomware and malware have emerged as the topmost cyber threat of 2024 in India, with 42 per cent IT and security professionals identifying them as the fastest-growing type of threat, a new report said on Thursday.
The Hundred: Smriti Mandhana, Richa Ghosh only Indians picked up in 2024 draft
New Delhi, March 21 - India duo of left-handed opener Smriti Mandhana and wicketkeeper-batter Richa Ghosh are the only players from the country to have been picked for participating in the 2024 The Hundred season via its draft.
World Championship of Legends unveil schedule; India-Pakistan match on July 6
New Delhi, March 21 - World Championship of Legends (WCC) announced its schedule, set to commence on July 3 Edgbaston, United Kingdom. The much-anticipated showdown between arch-rivals India and Pakistan is scheduled on July 6.
Replacement of four District Magistrates in West Bengal ordered by ECI: Sources
Kolkata, March 21 - The Election Commission of India (ECI) on Thursday directed the replacement of four District Magistrates in West Bengal before the forthcoming Lok Sabha polls, sources in the office of the state’s Chief Electoral Officer (CEO) said.
Kerala readies for polls with over 3.7 lakh first-time voters
Thiruvananthapuram, March 20 - Kerala’s Chief Electoral Officer Sanjay Kaul said on Wednesday that as of March 18, the state has 2,72,80,160 voters, including 1,40,95,250 women and 1,31,84,573 men.
Student from Hyderabad goes missing in US, family receives ransom call
Hyderabad, March 20 - A student from Hyderabad has gone missing in the US while his family here has received a ransom call.
IPL: KL Rahul excited for LSG’s ‘new era’, links up with squad in Lucknow
New Delhi, March 21 - As KL Rahul has arrived in Lucknow to link up with his team Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) for IPL 2024, the skipper shared his excitement for the season under new head coach Justin Langer.
‘We cry for all children just as for our own’: Israel on Badaun killings
New Delhi, March 21 - Israel said on Thursday that it is completely devastated by the information unraveling about the brutal killing of two young brothers in Uttar Pradesh and called the incident "heartbreaking".
Business models for transporting hydrogen discussed at global meet in Delhi
New Delhi, March 21 - The five-day global hydrogen partnership meeting being hosted by India, held deliberations on business models for transportation, production and storage of Hydrogen and possibilities of international collaborations and partnerships in the areas of finance, policy and regulations, according
Sensex up more than 700 points
New Delhi, March 21 - The BSE Sensex on Thursday climbed 743.95 points or 1.03 per cent to 72,845.64 in early trade.
CM Kejriwal likely to skip ED’s 9th summons, moves Delhi HC for protection
New Delhi, March 21 - Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal is likely to skip Enforcement Directorate’s ninth summons issued in connection with the now-scrapped excise policy case, said the AAP sources.
Alliance with RJD fails to lift Cong in Bihar
Patna, March 21 - The alliance politics has not yielded dividends for the Congress in Bihar where it has been in partnership for the last 26 years.