Dense fog & cold wave to continue for 5 days, says IMD

Dense fog & cold wave to continue for 5 days, says IMD

New Delhi, Jan 16 - Citing no relief, the India Meteorological Department (IMD) on Tuesday said that dense to very dense fog and the cold wave conditions are likely to continue in North India parts during the next five days.

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Govt aiming for 50% reduction in road accidents by 2030: Gadkari

Govt aiming for 50% reduction in road accidents by 2030: Gadkari

New Delhi, Jan 16 - Union Minister for Road Transport and Highways Nitin Gadkari on Tuesday said that road safety is the top-most priority of the Government with a target to reduce accident deaths by 50 per cent till 2030.

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Hockey Olympic Qualifiers: Germany thrash Czech Republic 10-0, assured of semis spot

Hockey Olympic Qualifiers: Germany thrash Czech Republic 10-0, assured of semis spot

Ranchi (Jharkhand), Jan 16 - Soon after he walked off the turf after his team was held 1-1 by Japan in a Pool A match, Germany head coach Valentin Alterburg said his team would have to learn how to get the better of

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Samsung Galaxy S24 may feature Google-powered ‘Circle to Search’: Report

Samsung Galaxy S24 may feature Google-powered ‘Circle to Search’: Report

New Delhi, Jan 16 - Several leaks have revealed some new features of Samsung's upcoming Galaxy S24 smartphone, which is scheduled to be unveiled this week, and one such feature is the Google-powered 'Circle to Search'.

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Lord Shiva to be the theme of Kashi ropeway

Lord Shiva to be the theme of Kashi ropeway

Varanasi, Jan 16 - Lord Shiva will be the theme for the country's first urban public transport ropeway being built in Varanasi, officials said.

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New chapter in India-Bangladesh bilateral ties: High Commissioner

New chapter in India-Bangladesh bilateral ties: High Commissioner

Dhaka, Jan 16 - During a meeting with Bangladesh's newly-elected Foreign Minister Hasan Mahmud, Indian High Commissioner Pranay Verma said a new chapter of bilateral relations between the two neighbouring nations has opened, and would work "more closely" to take the ties forward.

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India Open: Prannoy sails to next round with a straight-game win over Chou Tien Chen

India Open: Prannoy sails to next round with a straight-game win over Chou Tien Chen

New Delhi, Jan 16 - The World No. 9 HS Prannoy showcased exceptional badminton prowess as he smoothly advanced to the second round of the India Open Super 750 tournament with a commanding straight-game victory over Chou Tien Chen of Chinese Taipei, at

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Deepti Sharma and Pat Cummins named ICC Player of the Month for December 2023

Deepti Sharma and Pat Cummins named ICC Player of the Month for December 2023

Delhi, Jan 16 - In a double triumph for India and Australia, Deepti Sharma and Pat Cummins have been crowned the Women's and Men's Players of the Month for December 2023 by the International Cricket Council (ICC).

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Aviation ministry issues show cause notices to Indigo, Mumbai airport

Aviation ministry issues show cause notices to Indigo, Mumbai airport

New Delhi, Jan 16 - The Bureau of Civil Aviation Security (BCAS) on Tuesday issued a show cause notice to Indigo and Mumbai Airport after a video of passengers eating and sitting on the tarmac at the airport went viral on social media.

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KLF announces shortlist (English) for the annual Book Awards

KLF announces shortlist (English) for the annual Book Awards

New Delhi, Jan 16 - Kalinga Literary Festival (KLF) has announced the shortlist (English) for the Annual KLF Book Awards for 2024.

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17 LU students clear UPSC geoscientist exam

17 LU students clear UPSC geoscientist exam

Lucknow, Jan 16 - Breaking all previous records, nearly 17 students from the geology department of the Lucknow University have cleared the Union Public Service Commission’s Combined Geoscientist Examination-2023.

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Centre imposes 50% export duty on molasses

Centre imposes 50% export duty on molasses

New Delhi, Jan 16 - The Central government has imposed a 50 per cent export duty on molasses, a by-product of sugarcane, with effect from January 18.

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Hindustan Copper, NALCO shares up after lithium mining pact with Argentina

Hindustan Copper, NALCO shares up after lithium mining pact with Argentina

New Delhi, Jan 16 - Shares of Hindustan Copper and NALCO were up on Tuesday after India’s KABIL and Argentina’s CAMYEN SE signed a landmark agreement for first-ever exploration and mining of Lithium.

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Renowned instrumentalists to perform during Pran Pratishtha in Ayodhya

Renowned instrumentalists to perform during Pran Pratishtha in Ayodhya

Ayodhya, Jan 16 - Renowned instrumentalists from various states across the country will perform in Ayodhya during the Pran Pratishtha ceremony on January 22.

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Icy winds. heavy snowfall disrupt life in US

Icy winds. heavy snowfall disrupt life in US

Washington, Jan 16 - A Polar Vortex in the North Pole has led to several US cities witness severe cold weather conditions with temperatures dipping in the Midwest and the Northeastern region to a freezing minus -41 degrees Celsius, while 125 million people

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Cameron Green returns for Australia, WI name three debutants for the Test opener

Cameron Green returns for Australia, WI name three debutants for the Test opener

Adelaide, Jan 16 - Australia and West Indies have announced their playing XI for the Test series opener in Adelaide. Australia's captain, Pat Cummins, confirmed that Cameron Green would make a return, and Steve Smith, in pursuit of a new chapter in his

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OpenAI outlines plan to combat misinformation ahead of 2024 elections

OpenAI outlines plan to combat misinformation ahead of 2024 elections

San Francisco, Jan 16 - As countries around the world prepare for elections in this year, OpenAI has outlined its plan to combat misinformation, with a focus on promoting transparency around the source of information.

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Australian Open: Sumit Nagal stuns World No. 27 Bulbik in the opening round

Australian Open: Sumit Nagal stuns World No. 27 Bulbik in the opening round

Melbourne, Jan 16 - In a triumphant display of skill and determination, Sumit Nagal marked a significant milestone in his career by securing a convincing victory in the first round over Alexander Bulbik in the Australian Open 2024.

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For 3rd consecutive year, India’s nominal GDP growth will be strongest in Asia

For 3rd consecutive year, India’s nominal GDP growth will be strongest in Asia

New Delhi, Jan 16 - India’s nominal GDP growth will accelerate to 11.6 per cent this year versus 9.2 per cent in 2023, making it the third consecutive year that the country’s nominal GDP growth will be the strongest in Asia, according to

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PM Modi praises Kannada devotional song dedicated to Shri Ram

PM Modi praises Kannada devotional song dedicated to Shri Ram

Bengaluru, Jan 16 - Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday appreciated the Kannada devotional song uploaded on YouTube, which is sung by singer Sivasri Skandaprasad, dedicated to Shri Ram.

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