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Delhi High Court Quashes Lokpal Nod To CBI Chargesheet Against Mahua Moitra In Cash-For-Query Case
The court held that the Lokpal had erred in its interpretation of the provisions of the Lokpal and Lokayuktas Act while granting sanction for prosecution.
Rahul Gandhi slams VB-G RAM G Bill as anti-village, says Modi Govt destroyed 20 years of MGNREGA
Congress leader and Leader of Opposition in the Lok Sabha Rahul Gandhi on Friday accused the Modi government of dismantling two decades of the Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Act (MGNREGA) in a single day, calling the newly passed VB-G RAM G legislation anti-village and anti-state. In a post on X, Gandhi said the Viksit Bharat Guarantee for Rozgar and Ajeevika Mission (Gramin) Bill was not a revamp of MGNREGA but a fundamental dilution of its core principles. Last night, the Modi government demolished twenty years of MGNREGA in one day, he said. It demolishes the rights-based, demand-driven guarantee and turns it into a rationed scheme which is controlled from Delhi. It is anti-state and anti-village by design. Last night, the Modi government demolished twenty years of MGNREGA in one day. VBG RAM G isnt a revamp of MGNREGA. It demolishes the rights-based, demand-driven guarantee and turns it into a rationed scheme which is controlled from Delhi. It is anti-state and anti-village Rahul Gandhi (@RahulGandhi) December 19, 2025 The Leader of Opposition in Lok Sabha also said that MGNREGA gave the rural worker bargaining power. With real options, exploitation and distress migration fell, wages increased, working conditions improved, all while building and reviving rural infrastructure. That leverage is precisely what this government wants to break, Gandhi alleged. He said by capping work and creating more ways to deny it, the VB-G RAM G Bill weakens the one instrument the rural poor had. We saw what MGNREGA meant during Covid. When the economy shut down and livelihoods collapsed, it kept crores from falling into hunger and debt, Gandhi claimed. It helped women the most year after year, with women contributing more than half the person-days, the Congress leader said. When you ration a jobs programme, it is women, Dalits, Adivasis, landless workers and the poorest OBC communities who get pushed out first, he said. He also criticised the manner in which the Bill was passed, alleging it was pushed through Parliament without adequate scrutiny. Gandhi said the oppositions demand to refer the Bill to a standing committee was rejected, despite its far-reaching impact on rural livelihoods. A law that rewires the rural social contract should not be rushed through without expert consultation and public hearings, he said. Accusing Prime Minister Narendra Modi of centralising power, Gandhi alleged that the governments objective was to weaken labour and dilute the bargaining power of rural India, particularly among Dalits, OBCs and Adivasis, while projecting the move as reform. Calling MGNREGA one of the worlds most successful poverty alleviation and empowerment programmes, Gandhi said the Congress would oppose the new law. We will stand with workers, panchayats and states to defeat this move and ensure the law is withdrawn, he said. Parliament on Thursday night passed the VB-G RAM G Bill, which replaces the 20-year-old MGNREGA and promises 125 days of rural wage employment annually. The Bill was cleared by the Lok Sabha and later passed by the Rajya Sabha through a voice vote amid strong protests by opposition parties, who objected to the removal of Mahatma Gandhis name from the scheme and alleged that the Centre was shifting a greater financial burden onto states. MGNREGA repealed, VB-G RAM G Bill introduced: The major differences explained
Cash-for-query: Delhi HC quashes Lokpal order against Mahua Moitra
Ms. Moitra had claimed that the Lokpal order that granted sanction to the CBI to file charges against her was erroneous and a gross violation of principles of natural justice
Cash-For-Query: Delhi HC Sets Aside Lokpal Order Against Mahua Moitra
New Delhi, Dec 19: The Delhi High Court on Friday set aside an order of the Lokpal granting sanction to the CBI to file a chargesheet against Trinamool Congress MP Mahua Moitra in the alleged cash-for-query scam. A bench of justices Anil Kshetarpal and Harish Vaidyanathan Shankar, while pronouncing the order in Moitras plea, said The order is set aside. We have requested the Lokpal to accord consideration for grant of sanction under Section 20 of the Lokpal and Lokayuktas [] The post Cash-For-Query: Delhi HC Sets Aside Lokpal Order Against Mahua Moitra appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Cash-for-query: Delhi HC sets aside Lokpal order against TMC MP Mahua Moitra
NEW DELHI: The Delhi High Court on Friday set aside an order of the Lokpal granting sanction to the CBI to file a chargesheet against Trinamool Congress MP Mahua Moitra in the alleged cash-for-query scam. A bench of justices Anil Kshetarpal and Harish Vaidyanathan Shankar, while pronouncing the order in Moitra's plea, said The order is set aside. We have requested the Lokpal to accord consideration for grant of sanction under Section 20 of the Lokpal and Lokayuktas Act in accordance with the relevant provisions within one month. The cash-for-query scam pertains to the allegation that Moitra had asked questions in the House in exchange for cash and gifts from a businessman. Moitra's counsel had contended that there was clear infirmity in the procedure adopted by the Lokpal. He had referred to Section 20(7) of the Lokpal and Lokayuktas Act saying it demands that comments of public servants be obtained before granting sanction. The plea was opposed by the CBI, which had argued that Moitra has no right to produce documents in the Lokpal's proceedings and she is only entitled to give comments and not even an oral hearing. Moitra has also sought to restrain the CBI from taking any steps in furtherance of the sanction order, including but not limited to filing any chargesheet during the pendency of the present proceedings. The CBI in July submitted its report to the Lokpal in connection with the alleged cash-for-query scam case involving Moitra and businessman Darshan Hiranandani. The agency had registered an FIR on March 21, 2024, against the two under provisions of the Prevention of Corruption Act on a reference from the Lokpal. It was alleged that Moitra indulged in corrupt practices, including, but not limited to, taking bribes and other undue advantages from Hiranandani for compromising her parliamentary privileges and causing national security threats by sharing her Lok Sabha login credentials. The agency has submitted its findings in the case to the Lokpal, which will decide the further course of action in the case, according to officials.
On Goa Liberation Day, nation remembers bravehearts who fought colonial rule: President Murmu
New Delhi, Dec 19: President Droupadi Murmu on Friday greeted the people of Goa on the states liberation day and said the nation remembers the bravehearts who fought relentlessly against colonial rule. In a post on X, Murmu said the country salutes freedom fighters and armed forces for their unwavering resolve and unflinching dedication. I wish the people of Goa a bright and prosperous future, she said. On Goa Liberation Day, the nation remembers with gratitude the bravehearts who fought [] The post On Goa Liberation Day, nation remembers bravehearts who fought colonial rule: President Murmu appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Delhi Man Shot Dead Over Family Fight, 69 Bullets Found Inside Body
A 52-year-old man was shot dead in south Delhi's Aya Nagar on November 30, in a violent fallout of a long-running fight between two families.
India To Name Squads For T20 World Cup 2026 And NZ Series On Saturday
T20 World Cup: With less than two months remaining before the ICC Mens T20 World Cup 2026, the Ajit Agarkar-led BCCI selection committee is set to meet at its Mumbai headquarters on Saturday to finalise Indias squad for the marquee tournament. During the meeting, the selection committee will also announce Indias squad for the next months white-ball series, comprising three ODIs and five T20Is, against New Zealand at home. Team India is currently participating in a five-match T20I series against South Africa at home, with the final game of the series scheduled to take place in Ahmedabad on Friday. The Senior Mens Selection Committee will meet at the BCCI Headquarters in Mumbai, on Saturday, to pick Indias squad for the T20I series against New Zealand and the 2026 ICC Mens T20 World Cup. It will be followed by a press conference to be addressed by captain Suryakumar Yadav and selection committee chairperson Ajit Agarkar, BCCI said on Friday. Before the T20 World Cup, starting from February, India will host New Zealand for a white-ball series featuring three ODIs and five T20Is, scheduled from January 11 to 31. The 10th edition of the global event will feature 20 teams, comprising 29 days of high-intensity cricket played at eight venues across India and Sri Lanka, commencing on February 7. Defending champions India have been placed in Group A alongside the USA, Namibia, the Netherlands, and former winners Pakistan. India is the co-host of the tournament along with Sri Lanka and will play its group matches across four venues -- Mumbais Wankhede Stadium, Delhis Arun Jaitley Stadium, Colombos R Premadasa Stadium, and Ahmedabads Narendra Modi Stadium. Defending champions India have been placed in Group A alongside the USA, Namibia, the Netherlands, and former winners Pakistan. Also Read: Live Cricket Score Two-time World T20 champion India had won the inaugural edition in 2007 in South Africa. Article Source: IANS
Dense Fog Keeps Visibility Low In Delhi, Air Quality Very Poor
New Delhi, Dec 19 : Early morning visibility was low in parts of the national capital on Friday due to a thick layer of smog and haze, with mercury levels settling at 9 degree Celsius. Delhis air remained in the very poor category, with the 24-hour average Air Quality Index (AQI) settling at 382, edging closer to the severe category. According to the Central Pollution Control Boards SAMEER app, out of 40 air quality monitoring stations across the city, 14 [] The post Dense Fog Keeps Visibility Low In Delhi, Air Quality Very Poor appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
North India is grappling with a red alert for dense fog, severely impacting visibility and travel. Simultaneously, Delhi and surrounding regions are experiencing 'very poor' to 'severe' air quality, with authorities urging residents to limit outdoor exposure. Flights are facing delays due to the challenging weather conditions.
Zero visibility across north India as IMD sounds red alert for Delhi
A thick blanket of dense fog covered large parts of north India on Friday morning, severely impacting the visibility. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) issued a red alert for Delhi, warning of major disruptions to road, rail and air traffic. Satellite imagery showed widespread fog over Punjab, Haryana, Delhi, Uttar Pradesh, northeast Madhya Pradesh and Bihar. Visibility dropped to zero metres at several locations, including Agra, Bareilly, Saharanpur and Gorakhpur in Uttar Pradesh; Amritsar, Ludhiana, Bathinda and Adampur in Punjab; Safdarjung in Delhi; Gwalior in Madhya Pradesh; Bhagalpur in Bihar; and Daltonganj in Jharkhand. The IMD cautioned that extremely poor visibility could impact airport operations and cause delays on highways and railway routes. An orange alert was issued for multiple districts in Uttar Pradesh, parts of Uttarakhand, Haridwar and Udham Singh Nagar, and several districts in Punjab, including Amritsar, Patiala and Sangrur. Meteorologists warned of hazardous driving conditions and an increased risk of road accidents, along with the possibility of power line tripping in affected regions. Residents were advised to avoid unnecessary travel, use fog lights, and stay updated on transport advisories. According to IMD definitions, very dense fog occurs when visibility ranges between 0 and 50 metres, while dense fog refers to visibility between 51 and 200 metres. As North India chokes, there can be no hiding 'behind the smokescreen of farm fires anymore' In Delhi, early morning visibility remained poor due to dense fog mixed with smog. Delhis air quality remained alarming, with the 24-hour average Air Quality Index (AQI) recorded at 382, placing it in the very poor category and close to severe. Data from the Central Pollution Control Board showed that 14 monitoring stations reported severe air quality, while the remaining recorded very poor levels. Vivek Vihar registered the worst AQI at 434. The Air Quality Early Warning System for Delhi has forecast that air quality will stay very poor until Saturday and may deteriorate to severe on Sunday. Meanwhile, stricter pollution control measures came into effect in the national capital on Thursday. The entry of non-Delhi private vehicles below BS-VI emission standards has been banned, and the No PUC, No Fuel rule is being enforced. Fuel stations are denying fuel to vehicles without valid Pollution Under Control certificates, with checks supported by automatic number plate reader cameras, voice alerts and police deployment. 'More headline and image management': Unreliable data mask just how bad India's air quality crisis is
V Muraleedharan: Willing to contest from Kazhakkoottam
THIRUVANANTHAPURAM: Senior BJP leader V Muraleedharan on Thursday indicated his willingness to contest from Kazhakkoottam in the 2026 Kerala assembly elections, while making it clear that the final decision rested with the partys central leadership. Muraleedharan, while interacting with reporters in Delhi, said, Partys central leadership will decide whether I contest or not. I do have an interest in contesting from Kazhakkoottam, as I have been working there for a long time. The BJP certainly has a real chance of winning there, he said. Commenting on the controversy surrounding a poll parody number set to the tune of a popular Ayyappa devotional song, Muraleedharan alleged political motives behind the issue being pursued. I have not listened to the parody song in full. So, I do not know whether its lyrics hurt any faith or belief. However, my understanding is that those pursuing the case are people associated with the Marxist party (CPM), he said. Muraleedharan said CPM did not treat the issue as one of faith until after the elections. Had it won, it would not have taken up the issue at all. If it was so concerned about faith, why did it lead violations of customs at Sabarimala, he asked. He also criticised the state government for allowing the screening of foreign films that were denied clearance by the Ministry of External Affairs at the International Film Festival of Kerala, saying the governments move was against national interest. The governments decision is against national interests, and against the interests of Indian citizens, especially expatriates. Tomorrow, there may arise a scenario where expatriates are seen in their host countries as taking one side or the other, Muraleedharan said.
GRAP-4 impact: Delhi government reports fall in vehicular movement
In response to rising air pollution levels in the capital, the Delhi government on Thursday undertook a comprehensive monitoring exercise to assess the impact of the stringent measures implemented for pollution control, said an official statement
Delhi enforces GRAP-4: Who must follow and who is exempt
Schools have also been impacted by the GRAP-4 curbs. The post Delhi enforces GRAP-4: Who must follow and who is exempt appeared first on Fusion - WeRIndia .
Delhi Weather Today: Delhi is battling severe air pollution. Smog has pushed the Air Quality Index to 'very poor' and 'severe' levels in many areas. Dense fog has also disrupted flights at Indira Gandhi International Airport. The Environment Minister is enforcing the 'No PUC, No Fuel' rule at petrol pumps. Over 60,000 Pollution Under Control Certificates were issued in a day.
Delhi weather updates: Air pollution worsens in city; overall AQI rises to 387
Anand Vihar reported an AQI of 437, placing it in the severe category. Thick smog also enveloped areas including ITO, Ghazipur, Palam and Greater Noida
Noticeable reduction in vehicular movement on Delhi roads after GRAP-4 imposed: Govt
NEW DELHI: The Delhi government said a noticeable reduction in vehicular movement was observed on the city roads following strict enforcement of anti-pollution measures under GRAP-4, with increased public compliance with the Pollution Under Control (PUC) norms. In response to rising air pollution levels in the capital, the Delhi government on Thursday undertook a comprehensive []
G RAM G bill: Opposition sits on overnight protest in parliament
New Delhi: Opposition leaders staged a 12-hour overnight protest dharna in Parliament complex on Thursday night, while protesting against the passage of the VB-G RAM G bill that seeks to replace the MGNREGA rural employment programme and said they would take to the streets across the country. Trinamool Congress Rajya Sabha deputy leader Sagarika Ghose Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
Delhi Weather: Air quality remains 'very poor' at 387 AQI, thick smog persists in the city
On Friday, Delhi was enveloped in a thick haze as air pollution reached alarming levels, with the Air Quality Index soaring into the 'very poor' and 'severe' categories across numerous districts. In a proactive measure, Environment Minister Manjinder Singh Sirsa made rounds at petrol stations to ensure adherence to the 'No PUC, No Fuel' mandate.
IndiGo flight status today: On Friday, multiple IndiGo flights were cancelled from several airports due to dense fog and poor visibility in many parts of the country. IndiGo also issued a travel advisory saying that early morning fog in Delhi and across parts of northern India is affecting visibility and impacting flight operations. The airline said flight movements are being managed accordingly to ensure safe and orderly operations.
According to the Central Pollution Control Board, the Air Quality Index in Delhi is at 387 as of 6 am, falling into the 'very poor' category. Several other areas reeled under 'severe' levels, with Anand Vihar recording an AQI of 437, ITO at 409 and Jahangirpuri at 400.
Elon Musk's Starlink leases first office space with CorporatEdge in New Delhi
Elon Musk-owned Starlink has secured its first office space in northern India, leasing a 50-seater facility at Delhi's World Trade Center. This move, alongside OpenAI's similar decision, signals a strategic choice for proximity to the capital's power centers and a preference for flexible, premium workspace providers.
Airlines Issue Advisories On Flight Disruptions As Dense Fog Reduces Visibility In Delhi-NCR
Dense fog in northern India disrupted flights at Delhis IGI Airport, prompting CAT III operations and advisories from Delhi International Airport Limited and other airlines.
Delhi's air pollution curbs leave commuters stranded in and around national capital
Delhi's ban on older vehicles is causing significant travel problems for commuters from Noida and Gurgaon. Many are switching to cabs and the metro, facing overcrowding. Companies are encouraging remote work and hybrid options. Some employees are forced to take leave. The restrictions aim to reduce pollution until air quality improves.
IMD Weather update: Delhi has been put on a yellow alert by the India Meteorological Department (IMD) today. The IMD has predicted partly cloudy sky with moderate to shallow fog in the national capital. Very dense fog is likely to prevail in Uttar Pradesh, Bihar, Jharkhand, West Bengal and Odisha, the IMD said.
Ramesh Chennithala, LoP Satheesan bury the hatchet to remain relevant
THIRUVANANTHAPURAM: In keeping with the ever changing firmament of Congress politics, former rivals Leader of Opposition V D Satheesan and senior leader Ramesh Chennithala have buried the hatchet, signalling a new power equation ahead of the 2026 assembly election. Their rapprochement is expected to strengthen their positions in the party and may revive the influence once wielded by the vishala (broad-based) I group led by Chennithala. Ramesh Chennithala and Satheesan have held discussions in recent weeks, leaders close to both confirmed to TNIE. There were misunderstandings between them, which have now been resolved. Party sources said the two have agreed to work in greater coordination to bring the UDF back to power in the next election. They have also decided to leave key issues, such as the partys chief ministerial face, to the All India Congress Committee (AICC). Chennithala, who headed the vishala I group after the exit of K Karunakaran from the Congress, fell out with Satheesan after the high command chose the latter for the post of opposition leader following the UDFs consecutive defeat in the 2021 assembly election. Satheesan, who once enjoyed acceptance across factions, began losing ground after he distanced himself from the Shafi Parambil-Rahul Mamkootathil group after sexual assault complaints against the Palakkad MLA emerged. His isolation became more pronounced after the first Delhi meeting of the newly appointed KPCC leadership, where sharp differences surfaced between him and the state leadership, a political affairs committee (PAC) member said. According to sources, Chennithala initiated the reconciliation after nearly four and half years of estrangement. The two reportedly held multiple discussions, both in person and over phone. During the regrouping of young leaders, many of whom were earlier considered part of the I group, both Chennithala and Satheesan found themselves marginalised with several MLAs and youth leaders gravitating towards the emerging power centre led by the KPCC president, working presidents and the UDF convenor. Leaders close to both felt their prolonged rift was benefiting other leaders within the party, a senior leader said. However, leaders close to Chennithala and Satheesan dismissed speculation about a formal revival of the vishala I group. They said during the controversy involving Rahul, when KPCC president and UDF convenor took a cautious approach, the firm stand taken by Chennithala and Satheesan helped retain voter support for the party and the UDF. They also noted that Satheesan maintained a consistent line on sensitive issues such as the proposed entry of P V Anvar into the UDF and the CPMs allegation regarding Congress understanding with the Jamaat-e-Islami. These positions helped protect the partys voter base and reinforced the confidence of the minority community within the Congress. He was also the first to raise the alleged involvement of CPM leaders in the Sabarimala gold theft case, said a Muslim League leader. Several UDF leaders said Chennithala displayed political maturity in the midst of crisis. He ensured that front leaders were taken into confidence before making public statements during the election period and played the role of a mediator effectively, a UDF leader said. The coming together of these two leaders ahead of a crucial election sends a strong message at the grassroots and to the public. It could also act as a catalyst for their emergence as a major force within the Congress after the election, he added.
RRB Group D CBT rescheduled at these centres in New Delhi; check full details here
Railway Recruitment Boards have rescheduled the RRB Group D CBT at two exam centres in New Delhi under CEN 08/2024. The change affects candidates allotted to M. A. Global Online Exam Center and DS IT Solution Exam Centre due to unavoidable circumstances. Affected candidates will receive fresh City Intimation Slips and E Call letters as per the revised timeline. Exams for other centres will be conducted as scheduled.
Rush at PUC centres amid strict vigil and challans after restrictions kick in
NEW DELHI: Authorities at fuel stations and border check posts have stepped up enforcement a day after the Supreme Court tightened restrictions on vehicles with engines below BS-IV standards, and the Delhi government directed petrol pumps to refuse fuel to cars without a valid pollution under control (PUC) certificate. On Wednesday, the SC had ruled that only vehicles with BS-IV engines and above will be exempt from action amid worsening air pollution. The government announced that from Thursday, no non-BS VI private vehicle registered outside Delhi would be allowed into the city, and cars without a valid PUC certificate would be denied fuel. At the Delhi-Noida and Ghazipur borders, officials said challans ranging from Rs 10,000 to Rs 20,000 are being issued to vehicles without a valid PUC. Cars entering Delhi from Noida or other neighbouring areas that are found to be below BS-IV or BS-VI standards are being turned back. We are checking the PUC certificates, especially in the case of older model cars and are imposing necessary fines on them, a traffic official at the Delhi-Noida border said. Since the ban came into effect, we have found very few such vehicles crossing the border area today, a traffic police official at the Ghazipur border added. Yet, enforcement continued in real time. While the official spoke, a BS IV vehicle was stopped, and a challan was issued. Fuel stations across the city saw heightened checking. The surge in inspections caused queues to form at on-site pollution check centres. At an HP fuel station in East Delhi, employees said, We are asking for pollution certificates before giving fuel, but we first start providing the fuel and then ask for the certificate. In case they do not have the certificate, we are asking them to get it done in the pollution centre beside our station. This loophole allowed some drivers to refuel before being sent to get a PUC. After heightened vigilance, one car was stopped and asked to present a certificate before refuelling. Delhi Transport Corporation employees stationed at a petrol pump in Ghazipur (NH24 IFC) reported facing resistance from vehicle owners while checking PUCs. A DTC employee said, We must be provided with an authorisation letter from the transport department regarding this and also a pollution check machine to carry out the work.
Anti-govt sentiments aided UDF, led to drop in NDA vote share, feels BJP
KOCHI: A 2% fall in the NDA vote share in the local body polls, despite year long preparations at the grassroots, has shocked the state BJP leadership. A senior leader said the party has decided to conduct a detailed evaluation of the fall in share particularly in party strongholds. As per a preliminary analysis, the party feels strong anti-government sentiments, triggered by Sabarimala gold theft and Muslim vote consolidation turned the tide in favour of the UDF. The verdict was against the LDF government. When the sole aim is to defeat the ruling dispensation, people consider the winnability factor and it created a situation favourable for UDF. In Central Travancore, NDA made gains in local bodies where we have strong support. There has been a positive change in the approach of Hindu voters and BJP is no longer untouchable for Syrian Christian community. The only setback was in Thrissur where we failed to retain a major share of Christian votes. We are studying the causes for decline in vote share, said a senior BJP leader. The NDA got a vote share of 16.4% in district panchayats, 1% higher than the 2020 elections. However, it is 3.5% lower than the 2024 Lok Sabha polls. Senior leaders said the vote share in urban areas has grown to 20% while in grama panchayats it has fallen to 16-18%. According to the party, the decline in vote share was a temporary factor as voters in South Kerala considered only winnability to register their protest against Sabarimala gold theft. The support of the Syrian Catholic, Nair and Ezhava communities was evident in Kottayam, Alappuzha, Pathanamthittta, Kollam and Thiruvananthapuram. Meanwhile, the churning within the Bharath Dharma Jana Sena (BDJS), the only major ally of the NDA, is causing headache to the BJP. The rift between the workers of the BJP and BDJS has widened with BDJS leaders alleging that the BJP tried to defeat its candidates. The party contested in more than 300 seats, but could win only 20 seats. With just four months left for the assembly polls, there is growing pressure within the BDJS to join either UDF or LDF, so that it can get representation in the assembly and claim minister post. The demand will be raised in the state council meeting of the party scheduled to be held on December 23. Party president Thushar Vellappally reiterated that the party will continue with the NDA. Thushar also met Nitin Nabin, the new working president of BJP in Delhi on Tuesday. Not all bad The NDA became the single largest party in 26 panchayats while it has drawn a tie in 15 panchayats While increasing its presence across the state the NDA lost 600 sitting wards but gained around 1,000 new wards
AIIMS New Delhi released the INI CET January 2026 Round 1 seat allotment results on December 18, 2025. Eligible candidates can check their status on aiimsexams.ac.in and must confirm their seats by December 24, 2025. The counselling process will continue with Round 2 in January 2026 for upgrades or vacant seats.
ITAT Delhi ruled that brought forward long-term capital losses and current year's short-term capital losses from shares and mutual funds can be set off against long-term capital gains. This decision allowed a taxpayer to reduce his taxable income by Rs 25 lakh, overturning the tax department's disallowance. Read below to know how the taxpayer won.
Dense Fog Envelops Northern India As Airlines Issue Advisories; Delhi AQI Remains 'Very Poor'
RK Puram emerged as the most polluted area with an AQI of 447, followed closely by Anand Vihar, Vivek Vihar, and Sirifort, all recording 442.
Chouhan tears into Opposition over din in LS, calls conduct by INDIA MPs a blot
NEW DELHI: Union Agriculture Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan on Thursday flayed the Congress and other INDIA bloc parties for disrupting the Lok Sabha during the introduction of the Viksit BharatGuarantee for Rozgar and Ajeevika Mission (Gramin) (VB-G RAM G) Bill. The Lok Sabha was adjourned amid protests, and the minister spoke to the media at the BJP headquarters just hours before the Bill was taken up in the Rajya Sabha. Chouhan said, The conduct displayed by the Congress and INDIA Alliance MPs in the Lok Sabha today has badly stained democracy and torn apart parliamentary decorum. They turned the democracy into mob rule and thuggery. Calling the Oppositions actions disgraceful, Chouhan said, There was a discussion on the Bill. The discussion began on Wednesday, but today the Oppositions indecent conducttearing and throwing papers, and climbing tableshas tarnished democracy. Is it not a murder of Bapu Jis ideals? He alleged that democracy had been reduced to mobocracy and hooliganism. He said, What was the fuss over the name of the Bill? The opposition is only concerned about the name, but we are more focused on work. Opposition had been protesting in Parliament, demanding the removal of the laws original name, the Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Act, 2005 (MGNREGA). Hitting back, Chouhan asked whether Mahatma Gandhi would have accepted such disgraceful conduct. The minister said he had listened patiently to 98 MPs who spoke during the debate in the Lok Sabha and stressed the importance of discussion. I was fully prepared to give my reply. But they did not allow me to complete my reply and disrupted the Houses proceedings. I am deeply hurt by the behaviour of the opposition, he said. Accusing the Congress of indulging in political theatrics, the minister claimed that during the UPA governments tenure, only 1,660 crore human-days of work were generated, while the NDA government had created 3,210 crore human-days. He also said the Congress-led government spent `2.13 lakh crore on MGNREGA, compared to over `8.53 lakh crore spent by the NDA government. According to him, the VB-G RAM G Bill would make rural employment more comprehensive, inclusive and results-oriented, while promoting development, convergence and saturation.
Names of 16L MGNREGS workers out
NEW DELHI: About a month before the Centre introduced the Viksit BharatGuarantee for Rozgar and Ajeevika Mission (Gramin) (VBG RAM G) Bill, 2025, in the Lok Sabha to replace the Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Scheme (MGNREGS), official data shows that more than 16.3 lakh workers were removed from the scheme rolls in the preceding 36 days. This data, pertaining to the period between October 10 and November 14 this year, has raised concerns among rural labourers and experts about exclusion from a law that guarantees the right to work. Kamlesh Paswan, Minister of State for Rural Development, revealed these facts in the Lok Sabha in the written responses to queries raised by Samajwadi Party MPs Lalji Verma and Anand Bhadauriya. The minister further said in the response that the deletion of job cards is a routine exercise carried out by state governments under the MGNREGS rules. He added that the removals were due to fake or duplicate cards, permanent migration of workers, urban reclassification of panchayats, and deaths. His replies categorically stated that digital verification requirements, such as electronic know-your-customer (e-KYC) process, were not a cause for the removals. Opposition say that the current wave of deletions coincides with the introduction of Aadhaar-based e-KYC verification processes that started earlier this year. They point to reports estimating that during the same period a much larger number of workers were deletedclose to 27 lakhwhich coincided with the tightening of e-KYC compliance. Paswans replies also state that more than 56 per cent of active workers have already completed e-KYC requirements till November and nearly 99.7 per cent of active records already have verified through Aadhaar seeding. Officials maintain that the e-KYC process is intended to make verification simpler and prevent fraud not at denying work or pay to genuine workers. The deletion figures form part of a long trend. Since 2019 20, millions of workers names have been regularly removed and added nationwide, with over 3.85 million job cards deleted in 202425 alone and tens of millions added in the same period. The government has issued a standard operating procedure to streamline deletions and reinstatements. It calls for draft lists, gram sabha verification, appeal rights, and grievance redress mechanisms to protect eligible workers.
Delhi air pollution: Air quality remains severe; flights delayed amid dense fog
Delhi is grappling with hazardous air quality, with Anand Vihar recording a 'severe' AQI of 442. Dense fog has also disrupted flight operations at the airport. Transport is identified as the primary contributor to the city's pollution, with neighbouring NCR districts also significantly impacting air quality.
Lamborghini Urus, Mercedes, Thar and investments in Dubai: ED raids popular YouTuber Anurag Dwivedi
Enforcement Directorate officials seized luxury vehicles from a Uttar Pradesh-based YouTuber. The action is part of a money laundering investigation. This probe is linked to suspected illegal online betting networks. Searches were conducted at multiple locations. Documents related to Dubai real estate investments were recovered. The YouTuber is believed to be living in Dubai and has ignored summons.
A landlady was allegedly murdered by her tenants over five months of unpaid rent in Raj Nagar Extension. The domestic help's timely intervention foiled the couple's plan to dispose of the body and escape. The tenants confessed to strangling and bludgeoning the victim after an argument escalated.
Plea on enhancing quality of packaged drinking water: Luxury litigation, says SC
NEW DELHI: The Supreme Court on Thursday declined to entertain a PIL seeking enforcement of global standards for packaged drinking water, terming it as a fit case of luxury litigation in a country where a large populace lacks access to basic drinking water. Where is the drinking water in this country, madam? People do not have drinking water; the quality of bottled water will come later on, Chief Justice Surya Kant, who was sitting with Justice Joymalya Bagchi, said, adding that these are luxury litigations. The bench was hearing a PIL filed by Sarang Vaman Yadwadkar, who sought directives to improve and align Indian standards for packaged drinking water with global benchmarks. At the outset, the CJI questioned the very premise of the petition, observing that the court could not lose sight of broader realities faced by the country. Do you think we can implement standards followed by the United Kingdom, Saudi Arabia and Australia? This is an urban-centric approach; people in rural areas drink groundwater, and nothing happens to them, the bench said. Senior advocate Anita Shenoy, counsel for petitioner, said the issue concerned public health and consumer safety. Relying on Section 18 of the Food Safety and Standards Act, 2006, which mandates adherence to prescribed safety norms, the counsel said citizens were entitled to clean and safe packaged drinking water, and that statutory obligations could not be diluted. Suggesting to the petitioner to spare some time for Indias to grow further, the bench said, Let us face the ground realities of the country. Nobody takes up the cause of the poor. All this is urbanised phobia. The court also advised her to travel across the country and see the reality. Mahatma Gandhi, when he returned from South Africa, travelled across rural areas to understand the plight of the people, the CJI said. The bench, however, allowed withdrawal of the PIL with liberty to approach the FSSAI and competent authorities to seek redrssal.
Dense fog blanketed Delhi and northern India on Friday morning, significantly impacting visibility and flight operations. IndiGo issued a travel advisory, warning passengers of potential delays and revised flight timings. The airline advised early morning travelers to check their flight status before heading to the airport due to this seasonal occurrence.
Pressure cooker, dupatta and a red suitcase: How tenants killed their landlady in Ghaziabad flat
A Noida woman was allegedly murdered by her tenants after a dispute over five months of unpaid rent. The couple reportedly strangled the landlady and struck her with a pressure cooker before hiding her body. Their plan to dispose of the body was thwarted by the domestic help who raised the alarm.
Extreme cold waves, rising pollution, and local holidays are causing school closures and schedule changes across India on December 19, 2025. Delhi, Uttar Pradesh, Goa, Jammu & Kashmir and Tamil Nadu are among the states affected, with some schools shifting to online or hybrid modes.
Delhi Air Pollution LIVE: Delhi chokes - AQI very poor, BS-VI entry ban, no PUC no fuel in force
The Great Smog of London shows how a crisis can trigger lasting reform. Delhi is edging towards a similar tipping point, with AQI levels lingering in the hazardous-to-severe range for weeks, damaging health, disrupting daily life, and causing deadly accidents. While pollution sources are well known, official responses remain largely reactive. Chinas experience shows that sustained, tough measures can deliver results. The real test is whether Indian governments will act decisively before the damage becomes irreversible. Against this backdrop, Delhi has tightened anti-pollution measures as air quality stays in the very poor zone. From Thursday, non-Delhi private vehicles below BS-VI standards are barred, and fuel is denied to vehicles without valid PUC certificates under the No PUC, No Fuel rule. Enforcement involves cameras, alerts, police checks, and transport teams, alongside steps such as carpooling, traffic management, waste processing, and rapid pothole repairs. Despite public criticism, authorities insist strict enforcement is unavoidable as AQI remains above 300.
JKSA National Convener meets CM Omar in Delhi
Raises J&K hostel crisis at Jamia Millia Islamia SRINAGAR: The Jammu & Kashmir Students Association (JKSA) National Convener, Nasir Khuehami, on Thursday met Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah and apprised him of the ongoing hostel accommodation crisis faced by Kashmiri students at Jamia Millia Islamia University (JMI), New Delhi. During the meeting, Khuehami []
On December 19, 2025, gold prices in India range from Rs 13,485 per 1 gram for 24K gold and Rs 12,361 per 1 gram for 22K gold. Silver is priced at Rs 2,11,000 per kilogram. Check city-wise rates here.
Reviews of Eric Chopras Ghosted and Sanjoy K. Roys Theres a Ghost in My Room
Two writers go in search of jinns and spirits wandering across Delhis monuments and homes
Is murder by sticks any lesser offence: Akhlaqs family in HC
Delhi court orders extortion FIR against woman who alleged rape allegations against Samir Modi
Pollution is driving people out of Delhi, shutting schools and draining the economy: Report
A survey reveals four in 10 Delhi residents would move to escape pollution, highlighting its disruption to daily life, education, and business. The report emphasizes that Delhi's air pollution is a year-round, structural issue, not just a winter problem, impacting health and the economy significantly.
As the new GRAP Stage IV regulations kicked in, Delhi's borders descended into turmoil. The sudden prohibition on non-Delhi, non-BS 6 vehicles left thousands stranded and confused. Police faced an uphill battle enforcing the ban amidst a sea of vehicles, leading to growing frustration over both the clarity of the rule and its effectiveness in combating pollution.
PM Modi getting highest civilian honour of Oman grand endorsement of his statesmanship: Shah
NEW DELHI, Dec 18 : Union Home Minister Amit Shah said Thursday that Omans highest civilian honour bestowed upon Prime Minister Narendra Modi is a grand endorsement of his statesmanship and his acceptance as a global leader. He also hailed the India-Oman CEPA, calling it a win of Prime Minister Modis diplomacy for the prosperity of farmers, artisans, women and MSMEs. In a message posted on X, Shah said, The back-to-back honours to our Prime Minister Modi ji attest to [] The post PM Modi getting highest civilian honour of Oman grand endorsement of his statesmanship: Shah appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Of roses, roots and a 99-year-old love affair
AQI worsens, inches back towards severe in Noida
India have been better team in T20Is: Steyn
New Delhi, Dec 18: The ongoing India-South Africa series remains fiercely contested, with two possible outcomes before the final game: South Africa drawing level at 2-2 or India winning it 3-1, and former Proteas fast bowler Dale Steyn opined that India have been the better team so far in the three games played. The fourth []
BCCI to reassess North India fixtures amid fog concerns: Shukla
New Delhi, Dec 18: The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) is set to review the scheduling of matches in North India between December 15 and January 15 following the abandonment of the fourth T20I between India and South Africa due to dense fog in Lucknow. BCCI Vice President Rajeev Shukla confirmed that []
Samrats gold-winning show at Worlds rated among top-5 by ISSF
NEW DELHI, Dec 18: Indian pistol shooter Samrat Ranas showing at the World Championships in Cairo last month has been rated among the top five performances of the year by the International Shooting Sport Federation. The 20-year-old marksman from Karnal in Haryana made history by winning the mens 10m air pistol gold at the Worlds, []
68th National Shooting Cship Pistol Event concludes
Excelsior Sports Correspondent JAMMU, Dec 18: The 68th National Shooting Championship Competition (NSCC) Pistol events witnessed a moment of pride and celebration today at Dr. Karni Singh Shooting Range, New Delhi, as S. S. Sodhi, Governing Body Member of the National Rifle Association of India (NRAI), graced the finals and victory ceremony as chief guest. Sodhi distributed medals to the winners, congratulating the shooters for their outstanding performances and exemplary sportsmanship. The championship, running from December 11 to January [] The post 68th National Shooting Cship Pistol Event concludes appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
PM unmoved by Delhi gas chamber: Kejriwal alleges AQI data manipulation
Dense fog reduces morning visibility to 100m, IMD issues yellow alert
NEW DELHI, Dec 18: The Congress Working Committee (CWC), the partys highest decision-making body, will meet on December 27 to deliberate on the Governments move to replace MGNREGA with a new legislation as well as the current political situation, sources said on Thursday. This would be the first meeting of the CWC following the Bihar polls debacle. Follow the Daily Excelsior channel on WhatsApp It also assumes significance as the partys strategy for the next round of Assembly elections in [] The post CWC to meet on Dec 27 appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Man held for s 12cr cyber scam linked to Chinese cons
Delhi's fire department is overwhelmed by garbage burning incidents, averaging 11 calls daily. Careless disposal of ashes and deliberate fires contribute to severe air pollution and pose risks to emergency operations. Experts emphasize that while seemingly minor, cumulative waste burning significantly impacts air quality, demanding serious attention alongside other pollution sources.
India highly strategic potential partner in supply chain security-related efforts: US
NEW YORK, Dec 18 : The US views India as a highly strategic potential partner in supply chain security-related efforts and welcomes the opportunity to engage with the country, following New Delhis exclusion from a recently launched Washington-led initiative on silicon supply chain. Under Secretary of State for Economic Affairs Jacob Helberg told reporters on Wednesday at a Foreign Press Centre briefing that the US is having ongoing conversations with India about ways of deepening our economic security collaboration. Last [] The post India highly strategic potential partner in supply chain security-related efforts: US appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Delhis anti-pollution move triggers border jams
Experts: PUC rule mustbe enforced all yr round
DDA to rent out Asita Park lawns for events
Woes continue as over 500 flights delayed, 27 cancelled
Series Of Plans Comes Unstuck, Takes Toll On Air
Residents demand urgent action to reduce pollution in Delhi-NCR
Enough beds & blankets? DMs inspect night shelters
Covid norm violation: Activist and another person acquitted
Viksit BharatGuarantee for Rozgar and Ajeevika Mission (Gramin) Bill, 2025 passed amid protests
NEW DELHI: Parliament passed the Viksit Bharat Guarantee for Rozgar and Ajeevika Mission (Gramin) Bill (VB-GRAMG) 2025 past midnight on Thursday amidst protest and sloganeering by the Opposition. It was earlier passed in Lok Sabha on Wednesday and subsequently introduced in the Rajya Sabha. The Bill will replace the Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Act, 2005 (MGNREGA). Union Agriculture Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan moved the Bill to establish a modern statutory framework aligned with Viksit Bharat 2047, guaranteeing 125 days of wage employment per rural household whose adult members volunteer to do unskilled manual work. While replying to the discussion on the Bill, the minister said that the Congress had cheated people in the name of the scheme. He said that there was corruption during Congress led UPA rule and not enough money was given, however the Narendra Modi government properly implemented it with increased allocation. Initially, they did not name the scheme after Mahatma Gandhi. But when the elections came in 2009, they changed. This was for the elections Prime Minister Narendra Modi properly implemented MGNREGA, said Chouhan. As the minister rose to give a reply, the members of opposition parties shouted, Take back black bill. However, the Bill was passed with voice vote amidst protests. Following the passage of the Bill, Parliamentary Affairs Minister Kiren Rijiju condemned opposition members for creating a ruckus in the House. He said that they were granted time to speak after their request instead they behaved inappropriately. Earlier, as the Bill was moved, Congress MP Digvijaya Singh raised a point of order and stated that the Bill was made available on the members portal late in the evening, and sufficient time was not given to submit amendments. Hence, he sought more time for the same. Opposition MPs also demanded that they should be given at least one day to first read and understand the Bill. Tiruchi Siva of DMK also demanded more time for the Opposition to file amendments. During the discussion, Leader of Opposition and Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge said that this was a scheme for the benefit of the poor hence it should not be taken lightly. It is not good to mess with it. Therefore, I would like to say that it is not good for you to bring a new law and work against the old law, and people will not let you roam in the streets Between 2004 and 2014, the people of India were given ideological rights, and the law was passed in parliament. We gave the Right to Information (RTI), Right to Education (RTE), the Forest Rights Act, Food Security Act and Land Acquisition Act. And also this MGNREGA is the main act. You could not make a law like in the last 11 years, we gave so many rights to the poor people. You are snatching away the right, said Kharge. Deputy LoP Pramod Tiwari said that whenever the Congress returns to power, it would reverse the scheme in its initial form and bring back Mahatma Gandhis name. He alleged that the Centre, equipped with the majority, is bulldozing the world largest scheme. This is not just renaming. The Government has introduced conditions which are to eliminate the scheme. Godse killed Gandhi physically, today they have killed him ideologically, Tiwari added. Earlier, initiating the discussion, Congress MP Mukul Wasnik stated that the Bill would have an adverse effect on crores of people. Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) MP Indu Bala Goswami said that 70 percent of the nations population resides in villages, and this Bill is aimed towards improving their lives. She added that the Bill would help build a Viksit Bharat. Priyanka Chaturvedi of Shiv Sena (UBT) said that her party opposed the Bill as it is against the poor, labourers and farmers The Bill was passed in dark Lok Sabha and another attempt is being to get passed in darkIn the name of god, they are trying to hide their wrongdoings. The Bill put a burden of Rs 29,000 crore on states therefore, they will not take it responsibility and give priority to this. Effectively it will kill employment. This should have been sent to the Select Committee and brought to the House, she said. While opposing the Bill, Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD) MP Manoj Kumar Jha said that it is a piece of legislation, which has ignored the consultation door. The member of Trinamool Congress (TMC) MP Ritabrata Banerjee sought to know why wider consultations with States and all stakeholders were not held before bringing the Bill. YSRCPs S Niranjan Reddy said that the Bill needs deeper introspection, and it should be sent to a Select Committee. AIADMKs M Thambidurai said that employment in rural India is a question of livelihood, security, and social stability. He said that any reform in such a crucial law must be examined with seriousness and responsibility. He added that the most significant and welcome feature of this Bill is the increase in the guaranteed number of employment days from 100 to 125 in a financial year.
By March, 4,000 Jewar students to get access to digital libraries
GoI undertakes multiple initiatives to promote tourism in J&K: Union Minister
New Delhi: The Government of India is promoting tourism in Jammu & Kashmir through a range of ongoing schemes and initiatives aimed at holistic destination development and improved tourism infrastructure. This was stated by Union Minister of Tourism, Gajendra Singh Shekhawat Rajya Sabha in response to a parliamentary question raised in the Rajya Sabha today. []
Delhi HC penalises serial litigant for filing multiple petitions but not pursuing them
Already late, GMC defers traffic project by a month
IndiGo travel advisory for December 19
IndiGo has issued travel advisories for December 19, warning of potential flight delays in Varanasi and Delhi due to dense fog and low visibility. The airline is closely monitoring weather conditions, prioritizing passenger safety, and advises travelers to check flight status before heading to the airport. Operations are expected to improve as the morning progresses.
Parliament watch: New vehicle tracking system in Delhi, Bharat NCAP ratings & more
Union Minister Nitin Gadkari revealed that 643 National Highway projects awarded since 2015-16 are delayed due to land acquisition, environmental clearances, and financing issues. He also stated that 27 vehicles have been rated under the Bharat NCAP program, with many achieving 5-star performance. Additionally, a new vehicle tracking system has been implemented in Delhi.
Court orders FIR against complainant in Samir Modi case, flags extortion angle
A Delhi court has ordered the police to register an FIR against a woman who accused businessman Samir Modi of rape. This comes after Modi alleged the woman attempted to extort money from him prior to filing the rape complaint. The court noted that the extortion allegations were overlooked by the police.
As Nitish naqab row escalates, Giriraj says woman can go to hell
New Delhi/Patna: Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar was in the crosshairs of controversy for the fourth day on Thursday a Union minister defending his act of pulling down a Muslim womans veil, his colleague looking to put a lid on the row while the chorus of outrage from across sections grew louder. The incident, [] The post As Nitish naqab row escalates, Giriraj says woman can go to hell appeared first on The Navhind Times .
Venkatesh Iyer To Lead Madhya Pradesh In Vijay Hazare Trophy In Ahmedabad
Madhya Pradesh Cricket Association: Madhya Pradesh Cricket Association (MPCA) on Thursday selected Venkatesh Iyer as captain of their men's senior team for the Vijay Hazare Trophy league stage, which will be held in Ahmedabad from December 24 to January 8, 2026. The 30-year-old Iyer was recently picked by the Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) in the mini-auction for Rs 7 crore after spending four years at Kolkata Knight Riders from 2021 to 2025, winning an Indian Premier League (IPL) title. Getting the captaincy of Madhya Pradesh is a big boost for Iyer. Among the other players picked are experienced Yash Dubey, along with another IPL star, Kumar Kartikeya, who last year moved to Rajasthan Royals after playing for Mumbai Indians from 2022 till 2024. Shubham Sharma and Harpreet Singh are also in the squad for the 16-member squad, in which Madhav Tiwari has been picked, subject to fitness. Meanwhile, the upcoming edition of the Vijay Hazare Trophy 2025-26 has gained importance because of the involvement of top stars like India internationals Virat Kohli, Rohit Sharma, KL Rahul, and Prasidh Krishna, who have been picked by their respective states. Virat has confirmed his availability for Delhi, while Rohit is open to playing for Mumbai in the league stage. KL Rahul and Prasidh Krishna have been named by defending champions Karnataka in their squad. The top stars will be representing their respective states because the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has made it mandatory for the top stars to participate in the Vijay Hazare Trophy series. With a three-week gap between Indias final T20I against South Africa in Ahmedabad on December 19 and the first ODI against New Zealand on January 11, 2026, the Board is keen that senior players utilise the window to play domestic cricket. Virat has confirmed his availability for Delhi, while Rohit is open to playing for Mumbai in the league stage. KL Rahul and Prasidh Krishna have been named by defending champions Karnataka in their squad. Also Read: Live Cricket Score Venkatesh Iyer (Captain), Harsh Gawli, Himanshu Mantri (WK), Yash Dubey, Shubham Sharma, Harpreet Singh, Rishabh Chauhan, Ritik Tada, Kumar Kartikeya, Saransh Jain, Shivang Kumar, Aryan Pandey, Rahul Batham, Tripuresh Singh, Mangesh Yadav, Madhav Tiwari (subject to fitness). Article Source: IANS
LS nod to G RAM G Bill amid Oppn uproar
New Delhi: Lok Sabha on Thursday passed a bill to replace the 20-year-old scheme MGNREGA amid tearing of papers by opposition members who accused the government of destroying the rural economy and ignoring the principles of Mahatma Gandhi. In a spirited reply to the eight-hour discussion on the Viksit Bharat Guarantee for Rozgar and Ajeevika [] The post LS nod to G RAM G Bill amid Oppn uproar appeared first on The Navhind Times .
HC imposes Rs 50k fine on serial litigant for filing and not pursuing cases
Tenant held for robbery, murderof elderly landlady in Rohini
Parliamentary panel flags Bangladesh RCEP agenda, political flux and China factor
India voices apprehension regarding Bangladesh's potential entry into RCEP. This move could impact Dhaka's duty-free access to the Indian market. Growing Chinese engagement in Bangladesh is a key concern for New Delhi. India maintains its constructive approach towards Bangladesh, engaging on strategic and security matters. The nation also conveys concerns about minority attacks and extremist narratives.
Nodal officer to keep strays off Jamia campus
No PUC, No Fuel In Delhi: Over 3,700 Vehicles Challaned, 568 Turned Back In First 24 Hours
Delhi Environment Minister Manjinder Singh Sirsa said the figures reflected both strict enforcement and growing public cooperation.
Promoting tourism in J&K through multiple schemes: Centre
New Delhi, Dec 18:The Centre is promoting tourism in Jammu and Kashmir through multiple schemes aimed at destination development and strengthening tourism infrastructure, Union Tourism Minister Gajendra Singh Shekhawat told the Rajya Sabha on Thursday. Replying to a parliamentary question, Shekhawat, said the Ministry of Tourism is promoting destinations and tourism experiences across the country, [] The post Promoting tourism in J&K through multiple schemes: Centre appeared first on Northlines .
Misting units coming up on all 100 flyovers
Govt forms expert panel to study ground-level ozone, health impact
Prime Minister conferred with the Order of Oman
New Delhi, December 18: His Majesty Sultan of Oman Haitham bin Tarik conferred upon Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi the Order of Oman award for his exceptional contribution to India-Oman ties and his visionary leadership. Prime Minister dedicated the honour to the age-old friendship between the two countries and called it a tribute to the [] The post Prime Minister conferred with the Order of Oman appeared first on Kashmir Media Watch .
