‘Timid’ Congress was afraid to even take Dalai Lama’s name, says PM Modi at Mandi rally
Mandi, May 24 - Revealing that he often talks to the Tibetan spiritual leader, Prime Minister Narendra Modi said on Friday that the Congress party was so "timid" that it was afraid to even take the name of the Dalai Lama.
Parties pull out all stops as battle for Purvanchal hots up in UP
Lucknow, May 24 - As the Lok Sabha elections enter the final phases, Uttar Pradesh is poised for an intense battle, with the BJP and its allies facing a strong competition from the SP-Congress alliance in Purvanchal region.
J&K: Forces launch search operation in Samba after suspicious movement near IB
Jammu, May 24 - Security forces have launched a search operation in Samba following some suspicious movement near the International Border (IB) on Friday.
India’s progress would have been faster, if we had more secure borders: NSA Ajit Doval
New Delhi, May 24 - National Security Advisor (NSA) Ajit Doval on Friday said that India was progressing at a fast pace and was slated to achieve greater heights in years to come, both economically and militarily.
Allahabad HC stays Azam Khan’s conviction in fake certificate case
Prayagraj, May 24 - The Allahabad High Court on Friday granted relief to senior Samajwadi Party leader Mohd Azam Khan and his family in a fake birth certificate case.
Investors shrug off toolkit against Adani Group, key portfolio firms’ stock continue to rise
Mumbai, May 24 - The key portfolio companies of the Adani Group on Friday continued their sharp rally, with the flagship Adani Enterprises Ltd (AEL) regaining losses of more than $30 billion that accrued after the short-seller firm Hindenburg's report.
Ajit Doval lauds Israel’s defence prowess, cites Chanakya’s mantra for defending own borders
New Delhi, May 24 - National Security Advisor (NSA) Ajit Doval on Friday praised Israel for strongly defending its borders amidst sharp escalation by Hamas and other terror outfits and explained how its harnessing of technology thwarted the evil designs of a ‘gang
Will put Lalu Prasad Yadav’s goons behind bars after LS polls: Samrat Choudhary
Patna, May 24 - Bihar Deputy Chief Minister Samrat Choudhary on Friday said that he was making a list of RJD supremo Lalu Prasad Yadav’s goons and would put them in jail post the Lok Sabha elections.
Reducing plastic pollution by 5pc yearly may stabilise ocean microplastics: Study
New Delhi, May 24 - Cutting down plastic pollution by 5 per cent per year may help stabilise the level of microplastics -- plastics less than 5 mm in length -- on the surface of oceans, finds a study on Friday.
If contesting MLAs win, UP can face a ‘mini-assembly’ election
Lucknow, May 24 - Uttar Pradesh could be heading for a mini-assembly election after the Lok Sabha polls are over if the 15 legislators contesting the parliamentary elections emerge as winners.
Batting for stronger India, PM Modi promises more development for Himachal in 3rd term
Nahan (Himachal), May 24 - Prime Minister Narendra Modi, who considers Himachal Pradesh as his second home, said on Friday that a third term for his government at the Centre will not only make India more stronger but also usher in more development
K’taka BJP slams Siddaramaiah’s govt after Google decides to set up plant in Tamil Nadu
Bengaluru, May 24 - Karnataka BJP on Friday slammed the state government for its “lethargic” approach after Google decided to set up a plant in Tamil Nadu.
Those granting reservations based on religion must be exposed: CM Yogi Adityanath
Lucknow, May 24 - UP Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath, on Friday, welcomed the decision of the Calcutta High Court regarding OBC-Muslim reservation and emphasised that the Constitution never allows reservation based on religion.
Delhi HC dismisses shooter Manini Kaushik’s appeal on Paris Olympics trials
New Delhi, May 24 - The Delhi High Court on Friday dismissed an appeal by shooter Manini Kaushik, who sought to participate in the selection trials for the 50m rifle 3 position women's category for the upcoming Paris Olympics.
Severe cyclonic storm likely to hit Bengal coast on Sunday midnight: IMD
New Delhi, May 24 - India Meteorological Department on Friday said that a severe cyclonic storm is very likely to hit the West Bengal and Bangladesh coasts between Sagar Island and Khepupara around Sunday (26th May) midnight.
Verdicts by some judges have no basic merit: Mamata Banerjee
Kolkata, May 24 - West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee on Friday again attacked some sections of the judiciary of Calcutta High Court, saying they have 'no basic merit'.
Cong demands Kerala Excise Minister’s resignation over Rs 20 crore bribery allegation
Thiruvananthapuram, May 24 - Hours after an audio asking all bar owners in the state to give Rs 2.50 lakh each (amounting to a total of over Rs 20 crore) for "favourable" liquor policies surfaced on Friday, top Congress leaders demanded that Kerala
Delhi HC appoints Justice Najmi Waziri to oversee Equestrian Federation of India
New Delhi, May 24 - The Delhi High Court has appointed retired judge Justice Najmi Waziri as the Chairperson of an ad-hoc Administrative Committee (AAC) to supervise the administration of the Equestrian Federation of India (EFI).
SC’s no interim directions to ECI on voter turnout after each phase of LS poll
New Delhi, May 24 - The Supreme Court on Friday refused to pass any interim directions to the Election Commission of India (ECI) to disclose the authenticated record of voter turnout on its official website after each phase of polling for the ongoing
Assam swelters as temperature soars 6 degrees above normal
Guwahati, May 24 - Hot and humid weather conditions prevailed in Assam with temperatures recorded 6-7 degrees Celsius above normal.