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At 291, Delhis air quality improves to poor category
NEW DELHI, Dec 9: Delhis air quality improved slightly on Tuesday, with the city recording an overall Air Quality Index (AQI) of 291 in the poor category at 9 am, according to the Central Pollution Control Board. The citys AQI on Monday morning stood at 318 in the very poor category, the CPCB data showed. Of the 38 monitoring stations across Delhi, 18 reported air quality in the very poor category (AQI above 300), while 20 recorded poor air [] The post At 291, Delhis air quality improves to poor category appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Fair Play, Patience: Top Court Judge Compares Cricket And Judiciary
Justice Vikram Nath described the deep similarities between cricket and the law while inaugurating the Mohinder Kohli Memorial T-10 Tennis Ball Cricket Tournament at the Delhi High Court.
Seepu, Sherry, Daljot: Bishnoi Nexus Behind Attacks on Kapil Sharma's Cafe
In a major development, Delhi Police have identified the two shooters involved in the recent firing incidents at actor-comedian Kapil Sharma's restaurant in Canada.
Red Fort Blast: NIA Conducts Searches In Forest Area In J&Ks Anantnag
SRINAGAR, Dec 9: The National Investigation Agency (NIA) on Tuesday conducted searches in the Mattan forest area of Anantnag district, Jammu and Kashmir, as part of its probe into the November 10 blast near Delhis Red Fort, officials said. NIA teams, assisted by police and CRPF personnel, brought two arrested accused Dr. Adeel Rather [] The post Red Fort Blast: NIA Conducts Searches In Forest Area In J&Ks Anantnag appeared first on Northlines .
Delhi blast case: NIA raids multiplelocations in Kashmirs Anantnag
Officials said ateam of NIA was searching and scanning Hutmurah forest area in Anantnag
Swish Restaurateurs To Fugitives: How Goa Fire Singed Luthra Brothers
For nine years, brothers Saurabh Luthra and Gaurav Luthra from Delhi's Kingsway Camp opened multiple cafes and clubs, first in Delhi and then in several major cities, including Goa
Red Fort blast: NIA conducts searches in forest area in JK's Anantnag
SRINAGAR: A team of the National Investigation Agency (NIA) on Tuesday carried out searches in the forest area in Anantnag district of Jammu and Kashmir as part of its probe into the November 10 blast near the Red Fort in Delhi, officials said. They said the NIA sleuths, assisted by police and CRPF, brought along two of the accused, Dr Adeel Rather and Jasir Bilal Wani, arrested in connection with the white collar terror module. The two accused had told the investigators about some hideouts in the Mattan forest area of the south Kashmir district, according to the officials. Further details are awaited.
Red Fort blast: NIA conducts searches in forest area in JKs Anantnag
SRINAGAR: A team of the National Investigation Agency (NIA) on Tuesday carried out searches in the forest area in Anantnag district of Jammu and Kashmir as part of its probe into the November 10 blast near the Red Fort in Delhi, officials said. They said the NIA sleuths, assisted by police and CRPF, brought along []
NTR Jr. moves Delhi HC for protection of personality rights
The actors lawyer submitted that NTR Jr.s personality rights were being violated with the circulation of several materials on social media platforms and e-commerce sites
At 291, Delhi's air quality improves to 'poor' category
Delhis AQI on Monday morning stood at 318 in the very poor category, the CPCB data showed.
Vande Mataram Row: Cong Cites Historians Remarks Referring To TagoreS Advice On Song, Slams PM
New Delhi, Dec 9: The Congress on Tuesday cited historian Sugata Boses remarks that it was on Rabindranath Tagores advice that the party decided in 1937 that only the first part of Vande Mataram would be sung at national meetings, and said these comments further expose Prime Minister Narendra Modi. Congress general secretary in-charge communications Jairam Ramesh shared on X a video clip in which Sugata Bose is talking about the relations between Subhas Chandra Bose and Indias first prime [] The post Vande Mataram Row: Cong Cites Historians Remarks Referring To TagoreS Advice On Song, Slams PM appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
DDA JE admit card 2025 expected to be released soon: Check details here
The Delhi Development Authority (DDA) is set to release the Junior Engineer (JE) admit card 2025 ahead of exams scheduled from December 16, 2025, to January 3, 2026. Candidates can download the hall ticket from the official website, check essential exam details, and prepare for the Computer-Based Test. Post-exam, a provisional answer key will be issued for verification and objections.
NDA MPs felicitate PM Modi for big victory in Bihar
NEW DELHI: Prime Minister Narendra Modi was felicitated at a meeting of all MPs of the ruling NDA on Tuesday for the coalition's massive victory in the recent Bihar elections. Union ministers Rajnath Singh, Amit Shah and J P Nadda, who is also the BJP president, were among those present at the NDA Parliamentary Party meeting held at the Parliament House complex here. Modi was garlanded by JD(U) leader Sanjay Jha and Rashtriya Lok Morcha chief Upendra Kushwaha -- both Rajya Sabha members. On Monday, a delegation of NDA leaders from Bihar called on Modi and congratulated him for the alliance's landslide victory in the state polls. During the meeting on Monday, the PM told the NDA MPs to work with more vigour for the welfare of the people after the ruling alliance's resounding victory in the Bihar assembly polls, saying with great victory comes great responsibility. In the 243-member Bihar Assembly, which went to polls last month, the NDA secured 202 seats, paving the way for JD(U) supremo Nitish Kumar to return as chief minister for the 10th time. Among the alliance partners, BJP won 89 seats, JD(U) 85, LJP (Ram Vilas) 19, Hindustani Awam Morcha (Secular) five, and Rashtriya Lok Morcha four.
The top court has ordered the six accused to furnish their permanent addresses today
Union Minister of Road, Transport and Highways, Shri Nitin Gadkari, the chief guest at Zee Media Auto Summit has made a significant statement on the ongoing debate around 10-15 years diesel vehicle scrappage rule in Delhi NCR. Here's what he said.
IndiGo cancels nearly 500 flights today; govt to cut routes
IndiGo cancelled nearly 500 flights on Tuesday, extending disruptions at the airline for the eighth straight day, sources said. Bengaluru and Delhi saw even larger disruptions. 121 cancellations were reported from Bengaluru, including 58 arrivals and 63 departures. 152 flights were cancelled from Delhi. At Hyderabad Airport, 58 flights were cancelled, 14 arrivals and 44 departures. At least 81 flights were cancelled from Chennai, 31 from Mumbai, 26 from Lucknow and 16 from Ahmedabad. The ongoing crisis may also cost IndiGo several routes in the current winter schedule. Union Civil Aviation Minister K. Rammohan Naidu said the government will definitely cut the airlines slot allocation as a penalty. We will issue an order to reduce some routes from IndiGos winter schedule. These will be reassigned to other carriers and returned to IndiGo only when it demonstrates the capability to operate them, Naidu told DD news. IndiGo operates more than 2,200 daily flights across 90 domestic and over 40 international destinations. On Monday alone, it cancelled more than 560 flights across six major metro airports as operational issues continued to escalate. Government will take strict action: Aviation Minister Ram Mohan Naidu on Indigo crisis
A doctor who turns compassion into care
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Central agencies and Canadian police are actively searching for Sharry and Diljot Rehal, two alleged shooters linked to the Lawrence Bishnoi gang. The duo is accused of carrying out multiple firing incidents at comedian Kapil Sharma's Kap's Cafe in Surrey and Mumbai. Investigations reveal a mastermind, Seepu, orchestrated these attacks, with an arrested associate providing logistical support.
After Delhi attack, Kashmiris living outside report distrust, harassment, housing denial, workplace profiling, and rising fear linked solely to their identity, reports Babra Wani Chasing potential opportunities outside Kashmir, a doctor couple moved out three years ago. Navigating through different cities as part of a detox trip, they eventually took up a job in a []
Several other key stations, including Ashok Vihar (305), Bawana (342), Anand Vihar (319), Chandani Chowk (333), and Dwarka (314), remained in the very poor category, highlighting the widespread nature of pollution across Delhi.
Sharmila Tagore's 81st birthday: Saif, Soha and Sara Ali Khan celebrate in Delhi
Sharmila Tagore's 81st birthday: Saif, Soha and Sara Ali Khan celebrate in Delhi
DU SOL admit card 2025 released for December-January exams; download UG/PG hall tickets here
DU SOL admit card 2025: The University of Delhi has released the DU SOL Admit Card 2025 for December-January examinations for 1st, 3rd, 5th, and 7th semesters across UG and PG programmes. Students must download the hall tickets from the official website, as no printed copies will be issued. Admit cards for 2nd Year, 3rd Year, and Ex-Students are available, while the First Year hall ticket will be released soon. Candidates must verify all details and carry a hard copy with valid ID.
NDA govt in Bihar will leave no stone unturned to live up to peoples expectations: PM Modi
NEW DELHI: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday asserted that the NDA government in Bihar will leave no stone unturned to live up to the expectations of the people of the state. Modis assertion came hours after he met the NDA MPs from Bihar in Parliament. After the historic victory in the Bihar Assembly elections, []
Goa cracks down on Romeo Lane chain after nightclub fire kills 25
A state police team also left for Delhi on Sunday to search for the property promoters Saurabh Luthra and Gaurav Luthra against whom a First Information Report (FIR) has been registered
Delhi first Assembly in India to operationalise real-time digital audit: Speaker Vijender Gupta
NEW DELHI: Delhi Assembly is the first Assembly in India to operationalise a real-time digital audit monitoring portal for monitoring of audit paragraphs and action taken notes (ATNs), its Speaker Vijender Gupta said on Monday. Gupta observed that the adoption of the Audit Para Monitoring System (APMS) marks a significant step towards transparency, procedural discipline and a more accountable audit follow-up mechanism. APMS is now fully operational within the Government of the National Capital Territory of Delhi, and Delhi is arguably the first state assembly in the country to implement such a comprehensive real-time audit monitoring portal, he added. The Speaker held a meeting to assess the status of action taken on the reports of the Comptroller and Auditor General of India. He expressed concern while examining the status on the portal, which showed that 142 audit paragraphs had been uploaded by various departments, while only 30 ATNs had been submitted. He noted that such pendency is unsatisfactory and stressed that timely and complete responses are essential for enabling the Public Accounts Committee to discharge its mandate effectively. During the meeting, the challenges in audit follow-up were discussed extensively. It was noted that many replies uploaded by departments were not in the prescribed form and therefore could not be placed before the Public Accounts Committee, said an official statement. Gupta stressed that incomplete or informal replies cannot be considered valid ATNs and must be returned for correction. He directed that departments must submit corrected and properly formatted notes within three weeks. APMS is a digital platform developed by the Ministry of Finance Expenditure Department and conceptualised by the Controller General of Accounts, based on the Public Accounts Committees guidelines. It enables end-to-end monitoring of audit paragraphs.
IndiGo Flight Status Today LIVE Updates: Thousands of Passengers at major airports, including Delhi, Hyderabad and Bengaluru, are dealing with long delays and rising airfares.
Er Rashid writes to PM Modi on LGCM disconnect
NEW DELHI: Awami Itihaad Party (AIP) Chief Spokesperson Inam Un Nabi on Monday shared with the media the letter MP Baramulla Er Rashid has sent to Prime Minister Narendra Modi regarding the growing disconnect between the Lieutenant Governor and the Chief Minister in Jammu and Kashmir. In the letter, MP Er Rashid has told the []
Queues thin at Chennai International Airport; IndiGo cancels 71 flights
CHENNAI: After nearly a week of chaos, the thinning of queues outside IndiGo counters at Chennai International Airport, that began on Sunday, continued on Monday as well, and flight operations showed further signs of normalisation. Cancellations, however, still remained high. The airline cancelled 71 flights throughout the day - 38 departures and 33 arrivals. On Sunday, the airline had cancelled a total of 91 flights at Chennai airport, including 49 arrivals and 42 departures. Many passengers were seen enquiring whether their scheduled flights on Tuesday would operate or if they needed to seek refunds. For some, there was relief after IndiGo officials confirmed a few of the previously cancelled services would operate as scheduled. Abul Basan, an employee at Pullman Hotel in Chennai, told TNIE that he had visited the airport to check the status of his flight from Chennai to Kolkata, with a connecting service to Agartala. The IndiGo official at the counter told me the flight will operate as per schedule, he said. Inbound services linking Chennai with Delhi, Mumbai, Bengaluru, Kolkata and Hyderabad were impacted. Delhi emerged as the worst-hit route, accounting for nearly half of the cancelled departures, followed by Kolkata, Bengaluru and Mumbai. Anchal, who had gone to Ahmedabad to attend a wedding, said she was relieved to get back to Chennai. I was struggling to get back and was finally able to fly back home on Monday, she added. Meanwhile, Indian Railways set up a help desk at Chennai International Airport to assist stranded passengers in booking train tickets. Railway officials said 15 passengers availed themselves of the service on Monday. Ashant Kumar and Abdurrahim, commercial and ticket clerks with Southern Railway, said the special counters had been functioning since Sunday. Twelve passengers were guided to book train tickets to destinations such as Bengaluru, Ranchi and Tatanagar. The railways has made provisions for special ticketing in select routes, including 3 AC, 2 AC and 1 AC coaches. On other routes, additional coaches have been earmarked for stranded passengers, they added. Railways helpdesk Indian Railways has set up a helpdesk at Chennai International Airport to assist stranded passengers in booking train tickets. Railway officials said 15 passengers availed themselves of the service on Monday
After Lok Sabha, Upper House clears bill to levy cess on pan masala units
NEW DELHI: The Parliament on Monday approved the Health Security and National Security Cess Bill 2025, seeking a cess on manufacturing units of pan masala to augment expenditure on national security and public health. The bill was approved by the lower house on Friday. As the bill was taken up in the upper house for discussion, Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman said that it intends to create a dedicated resource stream for two domains of national importance: health and national security. It is not on essential commodities, and does not envisage any future when it may have to be placed on an essential commodity... This tax or cess is to be a deterrent to those who tend to use these demerit goods, and it certainly doesnt burden ordinary citizens and their essential daily consumption, she said. She also clarified that it does not impact the GST regime. The cess is linked to the capacity of packing machines and the grammage of products, thus providing a transparent and predictable assessment basis The intention is that this levy shall capture the production potential of the unit... The levy is not on actual production, but production capacity, Sitharaman said. Opposition MPs, however, questioned the bills title being a mix of Hindi and English words and also demanded that the bill be sent to a parliamentary panel for further scrutiny. Congress MP Shaktisingh Gohil questioned the title of the bill and said the bill was listed late, which didnt give members enough time to go through it to move amendments. Trinamool Congress MP Saket Gokhale also questioned the bills title and said, If you want to be inclusive, maybe, since Bengal elections are coming, bring a bill named in Bangla... we will also celebrate it.
Weather update today: Madhya Pradesh, Chhattisgarh, Punjab, Chandigarh and Delhi might experience cold wave conditions from December 9, the IMD said in its latest bulletin. The weather agency has also warned of cold wave conditions in several districts of Telangana. Dense fog is likely to prevail in Assam, Manipur and Odisha.
Goa nightclub fire: Probe panel told to submit report within 7 days
PANAJI: Goa CM Pramod Sawant on Monday said four people were arrested in connection with the fire at a nightclub in Goa that claimed 25 lives. One person was detained from Delhi. Sawant said that a magisterial inquiry has been initiated into the incident. The tragedy took place at Birch By Romeo Lane in Arpora village around 25 km from the state capital, Panaji. The probe will be led by the North Goa Collector, with support from a committee comprising the SP of South Goa, Deputy Collector for Fire and Emergency Services, and the Director of Forensics. The panel has been instructed to submit its report within seven days, the CM said. A recent inspection by a government authority documented alleged violations of the CRZ Notification 2011 in the nightclub that included the construction of an RCC G+1 hexagonal structure of approximately 550 sqm erected directly on a water body, with the ground floor used as a kitchen and storeroom. He said that four people have been arrested and inquiry is in progress. An arrest warrant has been issued against the club owners. However, they have reportedly fled to Thailand. Sawant also announced an ex-gratia of Rs 5 lakh to the next of kin of the deceased and Rs 50,000 for the injured, to be sanctioned through the State Disaster Response Fund (SDRF). The CM said that the DGP has been directed to take strict punitive action against the culprits, including the owners and managers of the club and those who issued permissions to the club. An audit would be conducted of all the clubs and business establishments that are operating without the valid permissions and where there is likelihood of gatherings. This would be done through a committee to be constituted under the chairmanship of the Secretary (Revenue). A standard operating procedure shall be framed for all such establishments to prevent such incidents in future, he added.
Delhi weather: Sunny skies, cool temperatures, AQI remains poor
New Delhi awakens to a pleasant December 9, 2025, with sunny skies and temperatures ranging from 15.4C to 26C, perfect for outdoor plans. Despite the clear weather, yesterday's 'severe' air quality (AQI 324) necessitates caution; masks are still recommended. The week ahead promises consistent clear conditions and moderate temperatures, offering continued opportunities for residents to enjoy the outdoors responsibly.
On December 9, 2025, gold prices in India range from Rs 13,043 per 1 gram for 24K gold and Rs 11,956 per 1 gram for 22K gold. Silver is priced at Rs 1,90,900 per kilogram. Check city-wise rates here.
India is a rising power, but its capital is a lethal gas chamber
New Delhi faces a severe public health emergency as toxic smog blankets the capital region. Residents endure chronic headaches and itchy eyes due to pollution levels many times above safe limits. Experts describe the air as life-threatening. This ongoing crisis impacts daily life, from morning walks to school attendance and hospital visits, highlighting a critical challenge for India's capital.
Smoke Without Fire? Dip In Stubble Burning Cases Doesnt Tell Full Story
Rise & rise of Luthra brothers eclipsed by tragedy
A spot check of Delhi's popular party hubs revealed widespread fire safety violations, endangering revellers. Lapses included inaccessible fire extinguishers, blocked exits, and defunct alarms, particularly noted in Rajouri Garden and Civil Lines. Congested lanes and poor infrastructure further complicate evacuation and emergency response in areas like Majnu Ka Tila and Hauz Khas Village.
Pocso court sentences man to 20 years in jail for raping minor in 2018
Look Into Financial Mess At MCD: HC
UNESCO meet in India reflects our commitment to harnessing power of culture: PM Modi
NEW DELHI, Dec 8 : Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday said the hosting of the 20th session of UNESCOs committee on intangible cultural heritage in India reflects the countrys commitment to harnessing the power of culture to connect societies and generations. The key meeting of UNESCO is being held at the iconic Red Fort here from December 8-13. This is the first time that India is hosting a session of the UNESCO panel. It is a matter of immense [] The post UNESCO meet in India reflects our commitment to harnessing power of culture: PM Modi appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Sing Vande Mataram at all events, Agriculture Minister Chouhan urges industry
NEW DELHI, Dec 8 : Agriculture Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan on Monday urged industry players to sing the national song Vande Mataram at every event, as Parliament began discussions marking the 150th anniversary of the song. Addressing an agri-business summit organised by industry body PHDCCI, Chouhan said, The full song of Vande Mataram is not sung today. Whats the problem in singing it fully. The song, he said, is one of inspiration that stirs emotions in everyone towards the Motherland. [] The post Sing Vande Mataram at all events, Agriculture Minister Chouhan urges industry appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
India free to buy oil from sources it considers beneficial: Kremlin
MOSCOW, Dec 8 : India, a sovereign nation, is free to buy oil from sources it considers beneficial, the Kremlin said on Monday, while expressing confidence that New Delhi will stick to the policy of ensuring its economic interests. On August 6, the US imposed additional 25 per cent tariffs on India for its purchase of oil and petroleum products from Russia. At the end of August, US tariffs on imports of Indian goods and services were increased to 50 [] The post India free to buy oil from sources it considers beneficial: Kremlin appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
NEW DELHI, Dec 8 : Amid the worsening ties between Islamabad and Kabul, India today condemned Pakistans attacks in Afghanistan in which several civilians were killed and said it strongly supports the territorial integrity, sovereignty and independence of Afghanistan. In the wake of recent Pakistani airstrikes in the Spin Boldak region, which resulted in the death of several civilians, the MEA spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal today said at a briefing: We have seen reports of border clashes in which several Afghan [] The post India condemns Pakistani airstrikes on Afghanistan that killed civilians, backs Kabuls territorial sovereignty appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Vande Mataram provides energy to patriotic people while for some it causes allergy: Thakur
NEW DELHI, Dec 8: Taking a swipe at Congress, BJP MP Anurag Singh Thakur on Monday said national song Vande Mataram is not just a song but a maha mantra which provides energy to patriotic people, while for some it is a reason for allergy, who indulge in divisive politics. Participating in a Lok Sabha discussion marking 150 years of Vande Mataram, Thakur said, Vande Mataram for patriotic people like us gives energy, but for some it is the reason [] The post Vande Mataram provides energy to patriotic people while for some it causes allergy: Thakur appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Goa tragedy triggers fire safety checks at Noida bars
How troubles keep mounting for kin of Delhi blast victims
Govt to survey night shelters to find and fix gaps in facilities
PMLA case: ED files chargesheet against Satyendar, 13 others
China must assure us our citizens won't be harassed: India
India has demanded assurances from China that its citizens won't face selective harassment after an Arunachal Pradesh resident was reportedly mistreated at Shanghai airport. New Delhi strongly protested the incident, reaffirming Arunachal's status as an integral part of India. The MEA advised Indian nationals to exercise caution when traveling to or transiting through China.
Where are permanent jobs? Jewar youths on protest path
Mapping of Yamunas floodplain delayed, may be over by Aug next yr
DUs New BEd Syllabus To Challenge Patriarchal Norms & Gender Biases
Grief engulfed a Delhi neighbourhood as four coffins arrived following a devastating nightclub fire in Goa. A family's holiday turned tragic when Kamla, Anita, Saroj, and Vinod perished in the blaze. Vinod's wife, Bhawana, the sole survivor, recounted the horror, highlighting alleged negligence and locked exits. Anger simmers over the nightclub's operation and safety lapses.
Indigo flight disruptions leave passengers stranded and baggage unclaimed at delhi airport
Minor stabs man to death, was involved in murder in past too
MCD to renew scrutiny of Romeo Lanes Delhi outlet
Govt plans strict action against IndiGo
New Delhi/Mumbai: The government plans to take strict action against IndiGo to set an example for airlines that violate regulations, the Civil Aviation Minister said on Monday, as the countrys largest carrier added more flights as its operations limp back to normalcy following a week of widespread flight cancellations. IndiGo, whose delayed preparation for stricter [] The post Govt plans strict action against IndiGo appeared first on The Navhind Times .
Nehru betrayed our national song, says PM Modi
New Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday tore into the Congress alleging that the countrys first prime minister Jawaharlal Nehru betrayed Vande Mataram by bowing to Muhammad Ali Jinnahs opposition to the national song that led to it being fragmented and pandering to his communal concerns putting India on the path of appeasement politics. [] The post Nehru betrayed our national song, says PM Modi appeared first on The Navhind Times .
Regulate pyro guns, Delhi fire dept. chief urges in wake of Goa tragedy
Delhi Police rounds up 130 illegal foreigners, send them to detention centre
In the middle of winter, AP Dhillon had Dilli on a Summer High
AP Dhillon wowed audiences at his concert in Delhi, bringing his dynamic hits to life with an electrifying performance and a night full of surprises
IndiGo cancellations continue; Air India adds Delhi flight
Minda gets Yamuna Expressway land for Rs 500 crore manufacturing unit
Bank told to pay Rs 2 lakh fire insurance claim
BLO falls ill & dies in hospital, kin blame SIR work stress
UP CM Yogis rural poll pill for MLAs: Be visible on social media more
Husband in the next room, woman falls to death from 16th-floor balcony of Noida highrise
Guards light stove to keep room warm, one dies, another critical in Noida
Strict action against IndiGo to set example: Govt
New Delhi, Dec 8: The government plans to take strict action against IndiGo to set an example for airlines that violate regulations, the Civil Aviation Minister said on Monday, as the countrys largest carrier added more flights as its operations limp back to normalcy following a week of widespread flight cancellations. IndiGo, whose delayed preparation [] The post Strict action against IndiGo to set example: Govt appeared first on Northlines .
'Ready To Work With India, Russia': China On Putin's Delhi Visit
China reacted positively to Putin's visit to India, framing the three countries as an important part of the Global South and saying that sound trilateral ties are conducive to regional and global peace and stability, besides their own interests
India, US condemn Pahalgam, Delhi terror attacks: MEA
New Delhi, Dec 8:The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) has said that India and the United States have strongly condemned the terror attacks in Kashmirs Pahalgam on April 22 that left 26 tourists dead, and the Delhi blast that claimed 13 lives, during the 21st meeting of the IndiaUS Counter-Terrorism Working Group. Addressing a press [] The post India, US condemn Pahalgam, Delhi terror attacks: MEA appeared first on Northlines .
Linking patriotism to religion is anti-constitutional: Owaisi in LS
New Delhi: AIMIM leader Asaduddin Owaisi on Monday said that linking patriotism to any single religion or identity is against constitutional principles and will increase social division. Participating in a discussion on the 150 years of national song Vande Mataram in the Lok Sabha, Owaisi said that the Constitution grants equal rights to all citizens 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 .
Truck & bus collide on Noida expressway, 2 on bike die
Negligence of cops in rape case shocking, says city court
AQI very poor in Noida, haze to shroud city today
The real story of the India-Russia summit
There has been a reengineering of the relationship between Moscow and New Delhi
Goa Fire: Inquiry underway; LOC issued for club owners
Goa Police are investigating a deadly nightclub fire. Owners Saurabh and Gaurav Luthra left India hours after the blaze. A magisterial inquiry is examining licensing and safety compliance. The Bureau of Immigration issued a lookout circular against the owners. Bharat Kohli was arrested in Delhi. Post-mortems are complete. The inquiry committee is assessing the events leading to the inferno.
Delhi Police busts cybercrime module linked to stock market scams; 3 arrested
Delhi proposes labour safety rules with board, committees
When Did New Science Come: Kejriwal Hits Out At Delhi CM Over Her 'AQI Is Temperature' Remark
The Opposition Aam Aadmi Party has repeatedly claimed that the government is presenting fake figures, which is denied by the BJP.
RML hosp trauma buildingfails fire-safety inspection
Hema Malini To Host Dharmendra's Prayer Meet In Delhi With Daughters Esha And Ahana Deol
Prior to the Delhi prayer meet, Hema Malini also held a Gita Paath at her home in memory of Dharmendra
Ugandan held for duping men using fake female profiles
Democracy and Pakistan dont go together, says MEA as it flags concerns over protests, border clashes
NEW DELHI: External Affairs Ministry spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal on Monday made a sharp remark on the state of democracy in Pakistan, saying that democracy and Pakistan dont go together, while responding to questions on the political situation in the neighbouring country, including developments involving former Prime Minister Imran Khan and ongoing protests. Asked whether Pakistans democratic structures were weakening, Jaiswal said India has been closely monitoring developments. We keep a close eye on every development in Pakistan but regarding democracy, the less we talk, the better, he said. Jaiswal also commented on last weeks border clashes between Pakistan and Afghanistan, expressing concern over reports of civilian deaths. We condemn such attacks on innocent Afghan people. India strongly supports the territorial integrity, sovereignty and independence of Afghanistan, he said. Heavy gunfire was exchanged along the border last Friday, days after peace talks between the two sides collapsed. Meanwhile, protests linked to Imran Khans incarceration continued in Pakistan. Reports said that authorities at Rawalpindis Adiala Jail last week allowed Khans sister, Uzma Khanum, to meet him, even as PTI supporters held demonstrations outside the Islamabad High Court and the prison over restrictions on his visitation rights. On a separate query, Jaiswal urged Indian nationals to exercise caution while travelling through China, following an incident involving UK-based Indian citizen Pema Wangjom Thongdok. Thongdok, born in Arunachal Pradesh, was travelling from London to Japan with a layover in Shanghai when Chinese immigration officials allegedly deemed her Indian passport invalid because it listed Arunachal Pradesh as her birthplace. She was kept in the transit area for nearly 18 hours before being allowed to continue her journey after contacting the Indian Embassy. Reiterating Indias firm stance, Jaiswal said, Arunachal Pradesh is and will remain an integral part of India, and we do not want any interference in it. He added that IndiaChina relations were gradually moving in a positive direction and that New Delhi intended to maintain that momentum.
Delhi AQI Locked In 'Very Poor' Category, Expected To Turn 'Severe' Soon
Delhi's air quality remained locked in the 'very poor' category on Monday, with the air quality index (AQI) staying above 300, while forecasts suggest that pollution levels are likely to deteriorate further.
Working Negligently: Delhi Court Raps Police Over Rape Case Of 4-Year-Old
It is shocking that the police are working so negligently in such a heinous and sensitive matter, a Delhi court said on Monday while hearing a case regarding the brutal rape of a four-year-old girl.
Goa Fire Turns Focus To Delhi Hotels, Only Fraction Have Fire Certificates
Only 52 hotels and 38 clubs of the thousands that exist in the national capital possess fire safety certificates, according to the Delhi Fire Services (DFS).
NEW DELHI: The Supreme Court on Monday stayed the entire order of the Allahabad High Court's March 17 decision, which had held that mere grabbing the breasts of a minor victim and breaking the string of her pyjama to bring down her lower garment were not sufficient facts to infer that the accused were determined to commit rape. A two-judge bench of the apex court, headed by Chief Justice Surya Kant and also comprising Justice Joymalya Bagchi, said it will hear the case in January for a final hearing and indicated that it will lay down guidelines for trial courts to follow while passing orders in POCSO (Protection of Children from Sexual Offences) cases. Senior Advocate Shobha Gupta, appearing as amicus curiae, argued that the Allahabad HC had earlier remarked in another case that the victim invited trouble by drinking liquor and agreeing to go to the place of the accused at night. She said courts in Calcutta and Rajasthan have also made similar remarks in sensitive gender crime cases, which are totally insensitive, legally unsustainable, and send a wrong message to society. Advocate Prashanth Padmanabhan, appearing for NGO Stree Shakti, added that in a sessions court proceeding earlier in the day, a girl was allegedly harassed during an in-camera hearing. Gupta stressed that a word of caution must be issued to High Courts and lower courts to display sensitivity and responsibility while making observations in such cases, noting that the impugned order is not an isolated incident and that the frequency of such remarks is disturbing and alarming. Taking note of these submissions, the CJI said, You cite all these instances in a written note. We shall issue a set of guidelines for all High Courts and lower courts because such observations, as impugned, can have a chilling effect on victims and society at large. The top court also noted that Gupta, appearing as amicus, has been asked to submit a brief note of submissions. Let the SLP (Special Leave Petition) be listed along with these proceedings. Meanwhile, so that no prejudice is caused to the victim, operation of the HC order is stayed. The trial court shall proceed with the trial based on the summoning order under Sections 376 (rape) and 511 (attempt to commit offences punishable with imprisonment) of the Indian Penal Code, and under POCSO. The trial court shall proceed on the basis that we have not expressed any final opinion, the bench ordered.
Tanvir Sadiq Labels Sajad Lone a Blogger, Dares Him to Speak Against Delhi
SRINAGAR: The National Conference (NC) on Monday ridiculed Peoples Conference chairman Sajad Lone for his antigovernment stance over the JKAS age relaxation issue, dismissing him as a blogger. Talking to reporters, NC spokesman Tanvir Sadiq said that Sajad Lone should have courage to tell New Delhi about wrongs committed in Kashmir. He is now a []

