Chief Economic Advisor V. Ananth Nageswaran highlights the diminishing impact of traditional monetary policy on inflation control. Traditional Monetary Policy Losing Effectiveness in Curbing Inflation, Emphasis on Fiscal Strategies: CEA Nageswaran
Nitish Bharadwaj Critiques Ramayana, Questions Portrayal of Ravana
Actor Nitish Bharadwaj expresses concerns over the portrayal of Hindu deities in the film Ramayana, particularly regarding Ravanas character. Nitish Bharadwaj Critiques Ramayana, Questions Portrayal of Ravana
An old interview featuring Nvidia co-founder Jensen Huang has resurfaced online amid the controversy surrounding his reported extramarital affairs and sudden resignation as the company's CEO. In the conversation, Huang spoke about his trademark black...
Tata Sons rejects Noels request for audio-video recording of Sept 17 board-meet
The company said it has no practice of sharing audio-video recordings of in-person board meetings, intensifying differences between Tata Trusts and Tata Sons over the leadership decision.
Enjoy The New Hindi Music Video For 'Ishq Wala Taweez' By Altamash Faridi
Enjoy the latest Hindi song 'Ishq Wala Taweez' sung by Altamash Faridi. The music for this romantic track has been composed by Gufy, with lyrics penned by Musharraf Hasan. The music video features Pratham Jain and Falak Shah and has been directed by Israr Ahmad. Don't miss the opportunity to watch the latest Hindi video song 'Ishq Wala Taweez' and enjoy its melodious music and heartfelt lyrics. For more Hindi songs, be sure to visit the music videos section of Hindi ETimes. Experience the musical prowess of Altamash Faridi, new Hindi video songs of 2026, Gufy songs, Musharraf Hasan songs and the latest romantic Hindi songs.
Bombay Stories | Song - Naina More
Watch the song 'Naina More' from Hindi film 'Bombay Stories' starring Mouni Roy, Anupriya Goenka and Shoib Nikash Shah. 'Naina More' is sung by Keshav Kumar and the music of the song is recreated by Shan Mistry. Lyrics of 'Naina More' are traditional, with additional lyrics penned by Rahhat Shah Kazmi. 'Bombay Stories' is directed by Rahhat Shah Kazmi and produced by Rahhat Shah Kazmi, Tariq Khan and Asiya Kazmi. The film also stars Fezan Khan, Tani Deol, Monika Aggarwal, Gargi Duggal, Rahhat Shah Kazmi and Bilal Bhagat in pivotal roles. To know more about 'Naina More' song from Mouni Roy, Anupriya Goenka and Shoib Nikash Shah starrer 'Bombay Stories', watch the video.
Kanpur Thar Accident: Woman Claims She Pressed Accelerator Instead Of Brake
A 24-year-old woman accused of running over and killing a 55-year-old LIC agent in Kanpur claims she panicked and pressed the accelerator instead of the brake. Geeta Sachan said she lost control while trying to avoid people on the road and denied being under the influence of any substance or driving at high speed.
Reality | Song - Rutthuu (Lyrical)
Watch the song 'Rutthuu' from Telugu movie 'Reality' starring Kiran Abbavaram, Devika Bhatt, Sharath Kumar and Sai Kumar. 'Rutthuu' is sung by Kapil Kapilan and music of the song is composed by Bheems Ceciroleo. Lyrics of 'Reality' song 'Rutthuu' are written by PurnaChary. The movie is written and directed by Kiran Abbavaram and produced by Sudhakar Chaganti under JOY Films LLP. To know more about 'Rutthuu' song from Kiran Abbavaram and Devika Bhatt starrer 'Reality' watch the video.
Fresh Snowfall Turns Machil Valley Into A Winter Wonderland
Machil Valley in Jammu and Kashmirs Kupwara district received fresh snowfall, covering the picturesque region in a beautiful blanket of white and transforming it into a stunning winter landscape.
ENE Repeat | Song - Bathukamma (Lyrical)
Watch the song 'Bathukamma' from Telugu movie 'ENE Repeat' starring Vishwak Sen, Abhiinav Gomatam, Srinath Maganti, Venkatesh Kakumanu and Shivathmika Rajasekhar. 'Bathukamma' is sung by Shreya Ghoshal and music of the song is composed by Vivek Sagar. Lyrics of 'ENE Repeat' song 'Bathukamma' are written by Chandrabose. The movie is written and directed by Tharun Bhascker Dhaassyam and produced by Srujan Yarabolu and Sandeep Nagireddy under SS Originals and Rootnode Cinema. To know more about 'Bathukamma' song from 'ENE Repeat' watch the video.
Accident initially involved a collision between two cars, following which a trailing vehicle rammed into the stationary cars, triggering a chain-reaction crash involving six vehicles. A Mahindra XUV700 was among the vehicles involved in the collision and subsequently caught fire, says officials
Passenger vehicle sales cross 500K in October, scooters surge 31.6%
Passenger vehicle sales rose 12.4 per cent to a record 519,060 units in October, while two-wheeler sales grew 16.1 per cent and three-wheeler sales climbed 25.7 per cent
JSW Motors partners with Amazon Web Services to host connected-car data
JSW Motors has announced a partnership with Amazon Web Services to host its connected-car platform in India. The data generated will remain under the ownership of JSW Motors, ensuring local control. The automaker is preparing to launch its first vehicle manufactured in Maharashtra in the coming months. Additionally, Tata Elxsi will handle localisation of the telematics control unit as connectivity will operate on Airtels network.
Anand Dubey Urges Rahul Gandhi to Reflect on Sam Pitrodas Praise for PM Modi
Shiv Sena spokesperson Anand Dubey comments on political dynamics and urges collaboration on key legislative bills. Anand Dubey Urges Rahul Gandhi to Reflect on Sam Pitrodas Praise for PM Modi
Tata Sons rejects Noel Tata's request for Sept 17 board meeting recording
Noel, the only dissenter on the vote for the reappointment, had sought the recordings through a series of communications to Tata Sons
Nvidia's share-price slump following the Jensen Huang controversy highlights the risks of investing in global markets. Experts explain five factors Indian investors should watch, from leadership stability and governance to valuations, geographical concentration and geopolitical risks.
BJP asks Pakistan to hand over PoK, says Kashmir integral part of India
Calling Pakistan a error state, he said there could be no improvement in relations with the neighbouring country until it stopped terrorism
Sensex, Nifty, Share Prices Highlights: Benchmark indices Sensex and Nifty ended lower on Friday, snapping a three-day rally amid anticipation of a policy rate hike by the RBI next month after retail inflation surged to 6.09 per cent in October.
Art meets science: Federico Car of The Met on studying and preserving Indian artworks
The researcher on how scientific analysis continues to reshape our understanding of art
Jharkhand Migrant Worker Electrocuted During Power Line Work in Odisha
A tragic workplace accident in Sundargarh districts Lahunipada area has claimed the life of a 23-year-old migrant worker from Jharkhand. The incident has triggered widespread public concern and raised serious questions regarding labor safety protocols, official accountability, and procedural transparency. According to reports, electrical maintenance and installation work was underway along the Rajamunda-Tumukala road to [] The post Jharkhand Migrant Worker Electrocuted During Power Line Work in Odishas Sundaragada appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
Family pension eligibility is prioritized based on legal marriage and childrens status after a central government employee's death. Spouses, children, and in certain cases, adopted or stepchildren, may receive the pension under specified conditions.
Rupee falls 8 paise to close at 94.20 against US dollar
At the interbank foreign exchange market, the rupee opened at 94.07 against the dollar. During intra-day trade, it witnessed a high of 94.05 and a low of 94.28
OPINION | Fall of Huang: Is it the beginning of a tech spy war?
What caused the exit of the CEO of worlds biggest AI company? A simple love affair or a honeytrap by the Chinese? Did Jensen Huang sell chips to China? It doesn't look like a simple case by any standards. In todays world most wars are being fought to capture technologies. Cyber armies are the new warriors.
Bus-truck collision in Assam's Kaziranga kills at least 7; several others injured
Bus-truck collision in Assam's Kaziranga kills at least 7; several others injured
Gem, jewellery exports up 34% on growing demand, rise in gold prices
Strong gold jewellery shipments and a recovery in polished diamond exports drive growth ahead of the crucial year-end holiday season.
Indira got messages over Ranbirs beef remark
Haryana Chief Minister Calls for Leadership Focused on Development in Punjab
Haryanas CM Nayab Saini criticizes Punjabs governance and calls for accountable leadership during a rally in Jalandhar. Haryana Chief Minister Calls for Leadership Focused on Development in Punjab
Cotton, paddy and maize; 3 Telangana farmers die by suicide
Hyderabad: Telangana reported three farmer suicides on Friday, November 13, driven by mounting debts and crop failures. All three deaths came from the Warangal district. The farmers, aged between 25 and 60, were reportedly depressed over how to repay the loans. This year, Telangana recorded a 23 per cent rain deficit. The government declared a 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 .
Jio records fewer spam complaints than Airtel and Vi despite having more subscribers
TRAIs latest quarterly report highlights differences in spam complaints, enforcement action and consumer participation across Indias three major private telecom operators
Pakistan-Made Beauty Creams Found With Toxic Mercury Levels In Nanded
Lab Report Reveals Mercury Levels Up To 48,453 Times Permissible Limit In Seized Cosmetics
Centre gives another extension to panel probing 2023 Manipur violence
This is the seventh extension for the Commission; the Commission asked to submit the report as soon as possible but not later than the 20 May, 2027.
Mixed Trap Teams Disappoint At Shooting Worlds
India's mixed trap teams had a poor showing at the ISSF World Championships in Doha, with both pairs finishing outside the top 20. Vivaan Kapoor and Manisha Keer placed 21st, while Zoravar Singh Sandhu and Neeru Dhanda finished 32nd, marking a disappointing end to India's campaign at the Olympic quota event.
Water firm pleads guilty after four killed in blast
Wessex Water admits failing to ensure employee safety over an explosion at its Bristol site.
Lalremsiami Hmar First From Mizoram To Recieve Arjuna Award
Indian women's hockey player and Olympian Lalremsiami Hmar has been conferred the prestigious Arjuna Award, becoming the first sportsperson from Mizoram to receive this honour. President Droupadi Murmu presented the award at Rashtrapati Bhavan. Lalremsiami's career highlights include her national debut in 2011, participation in the Tokyo Olympics 2020, and winning the FIH Women's Rising Star of the Year award in 2020.
Gambhir Concerned About India's Batting Collapses Ahead of ODI World Cup
After India suffered a crushing 244-run loss to New Zealand, Gambhir admitted that the manner and speed of the batting collapse, rather than the low total, was a worry ahead of the global event
Student of the Year: After Dark releases on OTT: Where to watch Karan Johars thriller series?
Student of the Year: After Dark, produced by Karan Johar, has premiered on JioHotstar. The thriller marks Shanaya Kapoor's OTT debut, with the actress playing twin sisters Aayesha and Aditi Malik. Shanaya opened up about the challenges of her double role, demanding action sequences and underwater scenes, thanking the filmmaker and crew for their support.
Indian Stock Market Declines After Three-Day Surge, Sensex Drops Over 600 Points
Indian stock market sees a significant drop as Sensex falls over 600 points amid global uncertainties and rising inflation concerns. Indian Stock Market Declines After Three-Day Surge, Sensex Drops Over 600 Points
Moushumi Chatterjee's husband, Jayanta Mukherjee, dies after age-related illness
Moushumi Chatterjee's husband, Jayanta Mukherjee, dies after age-related illness
Why Franchisee and DSA Models Are Expanding Gold Loan Reach
Franchisees and DSAs are helping gold lenders expand reach, improve accessibility, and connect with underserved borrowers.
Crystal Crop Protection's unlisted shares are commanding a 16-18% grey market premium ahead of its Rs 455.5 crore IPO. The public issue opens on November 18, with a price band of Rs 259-272 per share.
FC Goa, Gouramangi Singh Part Ways
Indian Super League (ISL) club FC Goa and head coach Gouramangi Singh have mutually agreed to part ways after just four matches. Singh, who was appointed in July, led the team to one win, one loss, and two draws, leaving them at seventh place in the ISL table. He is the second coach to leave an ISL club this season.
Iran Tells UN Nuclear Watchdog Inspections Cannot Resume Amid US Threats
Tehran Seeks End To Military Threats Before Allowing Nuclear Monitoring; IAEA Raises Proliferation Concerns
The infrastructure shift: Why tokenised bonds matter now
Demat 2.0 is an innovative pilot program initiated by India's Reserve Bank and SEBI, focusing on blockchain technology for corporate bonds. This venture strives to improve the settlement process and broaden investor access to various financial instruments. Key financial institutions are involved in showcasing a significant bond issuance, promoting legal reliability while embracing cutting-edge technological advances in capital markets.
Microsoft Outlook outage drags on for hours as attempts to restore service fail
Microsoft was still investigating a major outage Friday that left users across the world unable to access Outlook email and other products. The company said it had been unable to find a fix for the issue that started on Thursday, affecting multiple Microsoft 365 offerings that interact with its Exchange Online tool. Outage tracking site Downdetector showed a major spike in reports that hit a peak just before 1 p.m. ET. Users reported problems with its Outlook, Copilot, Teams and Sharepoint services, and some even reported problems accessing Microsoft Word and Excel. At 10:13 p.m. ET, Microsoft said its attempts to fix the issue were not taking as expected. In an update Friday at 5:28 a.m. ET, the company indicated it was still struggling to resolve the issue, saying it was seeing incremental improvement in several workloads, but service health remains variable and capacity has not yet fully returned to baseline. Microsoft did not provide a specific cause for the outage, but said the issue related to a number of servers being unexpectedly unavailable. Microsoft executive vice president Charles Lamanna said on X there was no indication this is the result of malicious or cyber activity. Government agencies in Japan, Singapore and Australia were among those affected, Reuters reported, while the US House of Representatives was also impacted by the outage. Politico reported one House staffer saying, There goes a day of legislative work. Australian home affairs minister Tony Burke said Microsoft had said it was dealing with something similar to the massive CrowdStrike outage in 2024. In a message posted Thursday at 12:54 p.m. ET on the official Microsoft 365 Status account on X, the company said it was investigating reports of users experiencing issues accessing Exchange Online mailboxes through multiple connection methods in the Americas. It subsequently confirmed that the issue may affect Microsoft 365 service connectivity for users in any region. Microsoft suffered another widespread outage in September, when the Microsoft 365 suite, which includes Outlook, was down for several days. This article originally appeared on Yahoo Tech at https://tech.yahoo.com/general/breaking-news/article/microsoft-outlook-and-other-services-down-company-says-its-investigating-195506472.html
Silver Beach in Cuddalore gets coveted Blue Flag tag
Silver Beach is one of three beaches in Tamil Nadu to receive the new certification for 2026-27
VMPL Hyderabad (Telangana) [India], November 13: Balaxi Pharmaceuticals Limited, a branded, IPR-driven pharmaceutical company with an established presence across frontier and semi-regulated markets in Africa and Latin America, today announced its unaudited financial results for the second quarter (Q2 FY27) and half year (H1 FY27) ended September 30, 2026. Q2
Both credit card balances and loans matter when building creditworthiness. Paying cards in full and maintaining low utilisation can help relatively quickly, while steadily reducing loans and making every EMI on time strengthen the profile over time.
Mystery Shrouds Death of OAV Teacher in Kendujhar Rented House
A profound wave of shock and grief has engulfed Joda town in the Kendujhar district following the tragic discovery of a young Physics teacher, Rojalika Patra, hanging inside her rented apartment at Contractor Colony. A native of the Baripada area in Mayurbhanj district, Patra was employed at the Odisha Adarsha Vidyalaya located in Joda Lahanda, [] The post Mystery Shrouds Death of OAV Teacher in Kendujhar Rented House appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
Indias exports to US rise 11%; Brazil and Mexico shipments register strong growth
Department of Commerce data show growth across Indias major export destinations, with shipments to several key markets recording double-digit increases
Rugby League World Cup glory again for England
BJP Launches Strong Counterattack Against Rahul Gandhi Amid Political Turmoil Over Bills
The BJP responds sharply to Rahul Gandhis remarks, as political tensions rise over the delimitation and womens reservation bills. BJP Launches Strong Counterattack Against Rahul Gandhi Amid Political Turmoil Over Bills
Munawar Faruqui recalls breaking down after Bigg Boss 17 win: 'I locked myself'
In a podcast with Sania Mirza, Munawar Faruqui opened up about the difficult phase he went through after winning Bigg Boss 17. He also revealed what prompted him to marry Mehjabeen Coatwala within months of lifting the trophy.
Inauguration of Cricket and Football Boxes in Punhana, Haryana
Punhana sees the launch of indoor cricket and football facilities, promoting sports among youth in Mewat. Inauguration of Cricket and Football Boxes in Punhana, Haryana
CCPA Fines Ola Rs 10 Lakh, Orders Halt to Pre-Ride
The Central Consumer Protection Authority (CCPA) has imposed a Rs 10 lakh penalty on ANI Technologies, which operates Ola, for soliciting additional pre-ride payments through its tip and add-on features. Headed by Chief Commissioner Nidhi Khare and Commissioner Anupam Mishra, the Authority ruled that prompting advance payments while searching for a driver misleads consumers into [] The post CCPA Fines Ola Rs 10 Lakh, Orders Halt to Pre-Ride Tip & Add-On Features appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
Extremely important Europe has united voice in talks with Russia, Sweden prime minister says
It is extremely important that Europe has a united voice in talks on Ukraine with Russia, Swedish Prime Minister Ulf Kristersson said on Friday, adding that he thought a variety of voices could benefit Russia instead of Ukraine.
Microsoft Outage | Cyber Expert Pavan Duggal suspects possible Cyberattack
Sensex, Nifty snap 3-day rally as banking and realty stocks drag markets lower
Digital Desk | Mumbai, Nov 13 (IANS) Benchmark equity indices ended a three-day winning run on Friday as selling pressure in banking, financial, realty, and metal stocks overshadowed recent gains. Investors remained cautious amid renewed concerns about price pressures impacting various sectors. The Sensex dropped 318.56 points, or 0.39 per cent, to close at 81,592.45. Meanwhile, the Nifty lost 155.05 points, or 0.61 per cent, to settle at 25,144.30. Among the Nifty constituents, Shriram Finance, Tata Motors Passenger Vehicles (TMPV), and Grasim Industries emerged as the top laggards for the session. Broader market indices also faced declines, with the Nifty MidCap 100 and Nifty SmallCap 100 falling 0.24 per cent and 0.26 per cent, respectively. Sectorally, Nifty Realty, Nifty Auto, and Nifty Cement posted the largest declines, while Nifty Media was the most resilient, recording the least loss among major indices. Experts said that the rate hike fear set to test market rally, as rising inflation concerns and the possibility of further monetary tightening weighed on investor sentiment. Domestic inflation breaching the RB's upper tolerance limit has reinforced expectations of a prolonged restrictive interest-rate environment, analysts stated. Going forward, the trajectory of crude prices, currency stability and foreign investor flows will be critical in determining whether this correction remains a near-term consolidation or develops into a deeper earnings-led adjustment, it added. Meanwhile, experts said that for the rupee, that inflation print is double-edged: it signals cost pressure, but a December hike would also widen Indias already sizeable rate advantage over the US and support the currencys carry appeal. Strong foreign inflows, over INR 7,800 crore on Thursday, remain a genuine cushion. The near-term swing factor is oil: if Brent climbs back, the rupees recovery stalls; if it resumes falling, 94 holds, market experts stated. We believe this phase calls for greater selectivity rather than a broad-based defensive approach. Banking, capital goods and consumption-oriented stocks will need to demonstrate earnings resilience to attract fresh buying, experts added.
BB 20: Pavitra Punia calls Scout - Loves brother-sister equation cheap' after former shaves head
Digital Desk | Mumbai, Nov 13 (IANS) Actress Pavitra Punia has reacted strongly to the equation between Bigg Boss contestants Scout and Love, questioning their portrayal of their relationship as that of a brother and sister. Pavitra's comments came after Scout shaved his head following Love allegedly giving him the silent treatment inside the Bigg Boss house. Reacting to the developments, Pavitra shared a video in which she spoke about sibling relationships and expressed her displeasure over what she described as the contestants' cheap content. I don't know how many of you know the relationship of brother and sister, but if I do something, my brother will definitely make me bald, Pavitra said. Although I don't make videos on Bigg Boss, but it was necessary for my videos to come today because whatever is happening, that's bullshit. Bullshit. Drawing from her own relationship with her brother, Pavitra said sibling relationships often involve fights, teasing and physical pranks. We have heard of such relationships from childhood to adulthood. In which siblings beat each other, punch each other. My brother used to personally shoot arrows at me, hit me on my feet, and throw crackers at me. Recalling a Diwali incident, she said, Now on Diwali, my brother burst a cracker on my feet. My feet are burnt. He has burnt his fingers too. What is this? This is actually the brother and sister relationship, she said, adding that siblings can also be blunt with each other. If my brother says something to me or doesn't talk to me, I tell him to leave. I mean this is how we talk to our brothers and sisters. Pavitra then turned her attention to Scout and Love and questioned their equation inside the reality show. But in Bigg Boss, oh my god, this boy called Scout and that girl called Love Gill. These people have started a cheap chapter inside. My brother actually watches Bigg Boss. She said she herself had never watched her season of the show and questioned what she described as the unusual equation between the contestants. I don't watch Bigg Boss, I haven't seen my season till date. But what is this? This is not the relationship between brother and sister. Pavitra also spoke about her upbringing, saying: And I belong to a very orthodox family. Let me tell you, I am a girl from UP. And we have seen the relationship of brother and sister. And I travel the whole world where I have not seen the relationship of brother and sister. She went on to question relationships in which people allegedly use the brother-sister label to explain their closeness. Maybe those who behave in this way about the relationship of brother and sister. They do something else but cover it up by saying that this is my brother, this is my sister. Pavitra recalled hearing similar explanations during childhood, saying, When we were small, we used to hear it from someone's mouth in the school, in the neighborhood. That someone likes someone, someone has an affair with someone. But he comes home and says that he is my sister, he is my brother. We are not kids anymore. Referring specifically to Scout and Love, she said: If you are in Bigg Boss, and I am talking about Scout and Love. If all these things are happening in Bigg Boss. This is happening because you are giving very cheap content. Cheap. It's the height of cheapness. It seems so stupid and ridiculous. That you have actually raised a question on the relationship of brother and sister. That you have made that relationship so dirty. She also urged the makers of Bigg Boss to intervene. Please go out and make this relationship work. And I really request Bigg Boss also that please don't allow it. Our Bigg Boss team is super smart. I know those people personally. And I am sure somewhere they are also in shock. What is this? What are they doing? She again called the situation highly bullshit before comparing the equation with her own understanding of sibling relationships. Because it's highly bullshit. Brother and sister relationships are not like this. My brother will never be bald for me. My brother will make me bald instead. And you people will agree that a brother and sister relationship is like this. It is like this. What is this boy doing? I don't understand. Pavitra also referred to Kashvi, who has exited the show, saying: And I feel good for that girl who got out of this mess. I personally don't know her. And I am sorry that I am even taking her name. Addressing Scout directly, she said, What are you doing bro? Stop doing that bullshit in the house. Don't do that. There is a lot going on in Bigg Boss. There is a lot going on. But you are making a mess. And we are people who have brothers and sisters. We are not proud of you bro. Like super cheap. Cheap. Do not call this relationship a brother and sister relationship. This is pure. It is pure love. It is not a brother and sister relationship. It is pure love. Bullshit.
Trial dive seen as a significant step towards Indias push to send a crewed vehicle to a depth of 6,000 metres under Samudrayaan Project
Cab rental reforms: Centre plans simpler procedures, more choices for customers
New Delhi The government has proposed reforms to make cab rental businesses easier to start and operate, expand rental choices The post Cab rental reforms: Centre plans simpler procedures, more choices for customers appeared first on Bilkul Online .
HOSA Filter Coffee Club Launched in Hyderabad
A Celebration of South Indias Most Loved Ritual
Gambhir concerned over India's batting collapse ahead of 2027 World Cup
India suffered a significant defeat against New Zealand, getting bowled out for just 89 runs. Head coach Gautam Gambhir expressed his concerns about the team's batting performance in challenging conditions. The team also struggled in a previous match, indicating a pattern of batting collapses. Gambhir emphasized the need for both technical and mental preparedness against the New Zealand pace attack.
Student suicides and the crisis of trust in academic leadership
The issue goes beyond whether an inquiry committee is constituted, whether it includes external members, or whether it submits its report on time. The fundamental question is whether students and their families can trust the process, its findings, and the institutions subsequent actions
COP31 Faces Pressure To Deliver Climate Finance As Global Leaders Skip Summit
Antalya, Trkiye: The 31st Conference of Parties (COP31) has opened amid growing concerns over the slow implementation of global climate commitments, with climate finance, energy transition and accountability emerging as key challenges. Despite the urgency of addressing rising temperatures, the absence of several prominent world leaders has raised questions about international commitment to climate action. []
US STOCKS-Nasdaq futures dip as Nvidia tumult keeps investors on edge
Futures tracking the tech-heavy Nasdaq
Bengaluru-Goa Vande Bharat Express launched: Check schedule, stoppages
The new Yesvantpur-Madgaon Vande Bharat Express has been introduced to improve rail connectivity between Bengaluru, coastal Karnataka and Goa. The service will provide direct access to several key stations, including Hassan, Sakleshpur, Subrahmanya Road, Mangaluru, Udupi, Kundapura, Murdeshwar, Gokarna and Karwar.
Dream big and work hard: Arjuna Awardee Lalremsiami's message to Mizoram's young athletes
By Vipul Kashyap Indian women's hockey player Lalremsiami expressed happiness after receiving the prestigious Arjuna Award, 2025, saying the recognition would motivate young players, particularly those from her home state of Mizoram, to pursue their sporting dreams. Speaking to ANI after receiving the award on Friday, Lalremsiami said she was particularly happy to become the first person from Mizoram to receive the Arjuna Award, adding that people across the state had congratulated her on the achievement. I am very happy, because especially from Mizoram, I am receiving the Arjuna Award for the first time. So all the Mizoram people, everyone is happy and they are congratulating me, and yeah, I do believe that this award will motivate a lot of young players, Lalremsiami told ANI. Speaking about her responsibility towards aspiring hockey players in the state, she said she felt encouraged when parents, children and young players approached her expressing their desire to take up the sport...
GTA 6 Developers Explored Florida With Cameras To Build Realistic Game World
GTA VI: The game will arrive more than 13 years after the release of GTA V in 2013.
Paytm has received preliminary RBI approval to issue digital wallets through its subsidiary PPSL. The company must complete a system and cybersecurity audit and obtain final authorisation before restarting its wallet services for customers.
Peruvians flock to see Pope Leo in city he served as bishop
Crowds in Peru's northern city of Chiclayo gathered early on Friday
Indias gold imports plunge 62.57% to $5.51 billion in October as prices fall below $4,000/oz
Department of Commerce data show a steep decline in overseas gold purchases, even as the World Gold Council sees potential recovery signals
Akhilesh Yadav Accuses BJP of Importing Out-of-State Voters Amid UP Electoral Roll Row
Samajwadi Party (SP) chief Akhilesh Yadav on Friday accused the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) of orchestrating a conspiracy to register out-of-state individuals as voters in Uttar Pradesh. The allegations come amid a raging political row sparked by Chief Minister Yogi Adityanaths claim that 1.27 crore Hindu voters are missing from the states draft electoral rolls. [] The post Akhilesh Yadav Accuses BJP of Importing Out-of-State Voters Amid UP Electoral Roll Row appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
India's Paytm gets preliminary RBI nod for wallet licence; shares hit record high
Paytm Payments Services will be able to offer prepaid payment instruments, including wallets, to customers after receiving the central banks final authorisation, says company
Ex-Servicemen lose EPFO pay fight: Telangana HC upholds CAT order
Hyderabad: The Telangana High Court has dismissed a petition filed by former Army and Air Force personnel seeking protection of their last-drawn defence salaries after joining the Employees Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO) as Social Security Assistants. The petitioners argued that their initial salaries in EPFO should have been fixed based on the pay they received 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 .
Piddington to bring legal challenge over asylum base plans
Up to 1,256 men could be housed at the site near Piddington in Oxfordshire under the plans.
In the 2000s, Prince William got involved in bar fight with strangers and broke it off
NY heiress, 80, alleges family cut off $125,000 monthly trust payments
Constance Milstein has initiated legal action against her brother and daughters over trust payments that she alleges have been cut off. Seeking restitution for her stopped monthly distributions of $125,000, she asserts her financial need. However, her family disputes her claims, arguing the trust serves her children better, while lawyers suggest her lavish spending implies she's not truly in financial distress.
BYD eyes plug-in hybrids in India, expands luxury EV play with Denza
Chinese EV maker tests plug-in hybrid technology with a 1,735-km range; Denza enters India with two luxury electric vehicles and a separate retail network across six cities
Naval Chief Meets Odisha Governor to Discuss Maritime Security and Youth Engagement
Chief of the Naval Staff Admiral Krishna Swaminathan, PVSM, AVSM, VSM, called on Odisha Governor Brajmohan Ram at Lok Bhavan on Friday. The discussion centred on strengthening maritime security, safeguarding national interests, and prioritising the welfare of naval veterans. The meeting highlighted the multifaceted role of the Indian Navy, extending far beyond traditional maritime defence [] The post Naval Chief Meets Odisha Governor to Discuss Maritime Security and Youth Engagement appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
Bricks of Memory: Bismillah Khan
The demolition of Bismillah Khan's house exposes the clash between tourism development and heritage preservation.
Opposition questions BJP's delimitation push; NDA leaders defend move, links to women's reservation
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Nov 13 (IANS) The proposed move to convene a special session of Parliament to discuss the Delimitation Bill has triggered a political debate, with Opposition leaders questioning the BJP's intentions and its numbers in Parliament, while leaders from the ruling alliance defended the proposed exercise and its linkage with women's reservation. Union Minister Chirag Paswan said the government was seeking to bring delimitation and the Women's Reservation Bill together to facilitate an increase in parliamentary representation and implement the reservation provision. He questioned whether Opposition parties would be comfortable with the changes if women's reservation was implemented immediately. Using Bihar as an example, Paswan said that if the state's existing 40 Lok Sabha seats were increased by 50 per cent, it would gain 20 additional seats, taking its total to 60. He said that under the proposed arrangement, one-third of the seats would be reserved for women and questioned whether political parties, particularly those with a larger number of male representatives, would readily accept such a change. Paswan argued that the leadership of Opposition parties did not understand why the government wanted to bring delimitation and women's reservation together. Especially the southern states have always had concerns that if delimitation is based on population, those states will somehow face a disadvantage. On record, regional parties from the South have stated multiple times that we are having to bear the loss for population control or the mindset of controlling the population, Paswan added. BJP MP Praveen Khandelwal, speaking to IANS, said delimitation was necessary in view of the country's growing population and the increasing number of eligible voters. As the country's population grows and more people become eligible voters, delimitation becomes necessary. Delimitation has been carried out periodically after a certain interval. It will provide more people across the country with an opportunity to participate in democracy, he said. Whatever the Congress and other Opposition leaders say is merely their anti-national agenda, which cannot be accepted under any circumstances, Khandelwal alleged. APCC Vice-President Valiboyina Gurunadham, speaking on the Delimitation Bill to IANS, questioned the need to push the Women's Reservation Bill, saying the legislation providing for 33 per cent reservation had already been passed in 2023 and was awaiting implementation by the Centre. As far as the Congress party is concerned, the Women's Reservation Bill has already been passed in 2023, and it has to be implemented by the Government of India. But contrary to that, again they want to introduce the Bill by linking it to delimitation. As the Women's Reservation Bill to the extent of 33 per cent has already passed; where is the need for the Parliament, or BJP government, or BJP political party to introduce the 33 per cent reservation to women by linking it to delimitation? So absolutely, this is nothing but bogus; as stated by the Congress party, it's nothing but a fabricated falsehood, he said. Gurunadham also raised concerns over the proposed expansion of the Lok Sabha, saying the current strength of 543 members could increase by around 50 per cent to approximately 815. He said the central issue was whether the increase in parliamentary seats would be based on the existing distribution of constituencies or population figures. According to him, the BJP wanted to increase the strength of the House based on population. He claimed that political parties in southern India, including the DMK and parties in Telangana, had opposed the proposal. Gurunadham also said the BJP was hopeful of securing the DMK's support, given the latter's differences with the Congress and other INDIA Bloc parties. Samajwadi Party spokesperson Ashutosh Verma, however, claimed that the BJP had failed to muster the numbers required to push through the Delimitation Bill. The Delimitation Bill remains a major challenge for the BJP. The party tried to introduce the Bill during the Monsoon Session but lacked the required numbers. There were claims that the BJP had managed to break away Samajwadi Party MPs, but the party remained united, with every MP standing firm. The BJP has now run out of options, which is why it is not discussing a special session, Verma said. Congress leader Udit Raj accused the BJP of delaying women's reservation, arguing that the Women's Reservation Bill had been passed in 2023 and that the Congress had also demanded the implementation of reservation for women in 2024. Congress spokesperson Surendra Rajput accused the BJP of pursuing anti-democratic measures and questioned the timing of discussions about a special session, with the Winter Session approaching. The BJP is always engaged in anti-democratic pursuits. Only a few days remain before the Winter Session, and they are making such discussions because they don't trust democracy, Rajput said. Aam Aadmi Party MP, Sanjay Singh said a two-thirds majority was required to pass the Delimitation Bill, which he claimed the BJP-led NDA did not have. A two-thirds majority is required to pass the Delimitation Bill, which the BJP and NDA do not have. As for the Women's Reservation Bill, we have already passed it. Therefore, they are making false claims. If they genuinely intend to implement women's reservation, they should do so based on the existing strength of the House. For the delimitation Bill, there is a right process which has to be followed, for which they don't have enough votes, Singh said. CPI(M) MP V. Sivadasan alleged that the proposed delimitation exercise was aimed at helping the BJP retain political power. The government is planning to bring Delimitation to capture power. They know that the majority of the citizens are against them. The people of India will vote against BJP and RSS. They are forming the constituencies in Assam for their own benefit, he said. Meanwhile, JD(U) National General Secretary Shyam Rajak said the decision on whether to convene a special session rested with the government, adding that he had been informed that the proposed session was primarily intended to discuss the Women's Reservation Bill. Whether the Delimitation Bill comes or not, it is all a matter within the government. The leader of the House in the Vidhan Sabha building and the committee in the House takes the decision on this. According to the information I have, a special session is being called on the Women's Bill, Rajak said. He said there had been a long-standing demand for women's reservation and expressed hope that the legislation would be passed. The special session is being called because people have been waiting for a long time. There has been a desire for a long time that the Women's Reservation Bill should be passed and a lot of struggle for this has been going on for many years and now I am hopeful that the Women's Reservation Bill will be passed, he added.
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