AMU celebrates International Day of Yoga with enthusiasm
Aligarh, June 21 - The Aligarh Muslim University (AMU) marked the 10th International Day of Yoga with a grand celebration.
Delhi court cited lack of direct evidence by ED for grant of bail to CM Kejriwal
New Delhi, June 21 - While granting bail to Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal in the excise policy case on Thursday, a Delhi court's order had cited the Enforcement Directorate's (ED) failure to present direct evidence linking him to the proceeds of crime.
SC refuses to entertain plea challenging CBFC certification to ‘Hamare Baarah’
New Delhi, June 21 - The Supreme Court on Friday refused to entertain a writ petition seeking revocation of the CBFC certification given to the Annu Kapoor starter film 'Hamare Baarah' directed by Kamal Chandra.
NCC cadets perform Yoga at iconic sites across country
New Delhi, June 21 - Nearly eight lakh National Cadet Corps (NCC) cadets on Friday performed Yoga at several schools, colleges and iconic sites such as Sun Temple in Odisha's Konark, Red Fort in Delhi, Dal Lake in Srinagar, and Sabarmati Riverfront in
Sri Sri Ravi Shankar leads Yoga Day celebrations at UN in Geneva
Bengaluru, June 21 - Spiritual leader and founder of The Art of Living based in Bengaluru, Sri Sri Ravi Shankar, led the International Yoga Day (IYD) Celebrations at the United Nations Office in Geneva on Friday.
Bihar Cong stages protest over NEET irregularities, demands CBI probe
New Delhi, June 21 - Bihar Congress on Friday staged a protest over irregularities in the National Eligibility cum Entrance Test (NEET), demanding a CBI investigation into the matter.
SC issues notice on plea seeking cancellation of NEET-UG 2024 counselling
New Delhi, June 21 - The Supreme Court on Friday issued notice to the National Testing Agency (NTA) and others on a plea seeking cancellation of the NEET-UG 2024 counselling cum seat allotment process which is likely to commence from July 6.
Grade A warehousing demand to grow at 12.5 pc in India till FY30: Report
New Delhi, June 21 - The demand for Grade A warehousing stock will grow at a Compounded Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) of 12.5 per cent in India until FY30, a new report said on Friday.
Over 5000 attend mega International Day of Yoga celebrations in Nepal
New Delhi, June 21 - In a testament to the deep-rooted cultural ties between India and Nepal, over 5000 Yoga practitioners participated in the 10th International Day of Yoga (IDY) celebrations organised across 10 cities and municipalities by the Indian Embassy in Nepal
South Korea summons Russian envoy to protest new treaty with North Korea
Seoul, June 21 - South Korea summoned the top Russian envoy in Seoul on Friday to lodge a protest over a new treaty signed with North Korea that calls for immediate military assistance if either is attacked.
Laos to amend Constitution
Vientiane, June 21 - The National Committee for the Amendment of the Constitution is reviewing the content of the 2015 Constitution with a view to making revisions to suit Laos' changing circumstances.
2 injured after Ukrainian drone crashes into Russian refinery: Authorities
Moscow, June 21 - A Ukrainian drone crashed into the Ilsky oil refinery in Russia's Krasnodar region, injuring two people and causing a fire, regional authorities said on Friday.
Tourist lynched and burnt by Islamist mob in Pakistan’s Swat
Swat, June 21 - In yet another horrifying incident of mob lynching, a local tourist in Pakistan's Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP) province's Swat district was brutally lynched to death and his body burnt to ashes in the middle of the road over accusation of
Adani Group eyes $100 bn capex in next decade with focus on energy transition, digital infra: Jefferies
Ahmedabad, June 21 - The Adani Group is eyeing $100 billion of capex over the next decade with major outlays on energy transition projects and digital infrastructure for the next leg of growth, a Jefferies report said on Friday.
Bengal post-poll violence: Calcutta HC extends retention of CAPF till June 26
Kolkata, June 21 - A Division Bench of the Calcutta High Court on Friday extended the retention of the Central Armed Police Forces (CAPF) in West Bengal till June 26.
Delhi HC reserves order on ED’s plea against CM Kejriwal’s bail in excise policy case
New Delhi, June 21 - The Delhi High Court on Friday reserved its order on the Enforcement Directorate's plea seeking a stay on the release of Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal on bail.
Adhir Ranjan Chowdhury steps down as Bengal Congress chief
Kolkata, June 21 - Adhir Ranjan Chowdhury, on Friday announced his resignation from the chair of the West Bengal Pradesh Congress Committee.
Markets end lower on profit booking, Adani Ports jump before Sensex inclusion
Mumbai, June 21 - The Indian stock markets closed lower in a volatile session on Friday on profit booking and underperformance in the fast-moving consumer goods (FMCG) sector.
10th round of commercial coal mine auction launched
Hyderabad, June 21 - Union Minister for Coal and Mines, G Kishan Reddy, on Friday launched the 10th round of commercial coal mine auction, putting 60 mines for sale.
Next 5 years set to further boost India’s domestic electronics manufacturing
New Delhi, June 21 - India, on its way to becoming the global electronics manufacturing hub, has doubled down on the local manufacturing of multiple products -- mobile phones and their components, televisions, semiconductors and other devices -- and the momentum is only