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Gautam Adani-owned Adani Defence makes BIG decision, to invest Rs 8,20,00,00,000 in...
Adani Defence Systems & Technologies Ltd has acquired a majority stake in Flight Simulation Technique Centre (FSTC) for Rs 820 crore, marking a major push into India's expanding defence and aviation training ecosystem.
Calicut narsity V-C selection faces further delay over search panel status
The Kerala High Court has ordered the senate to select its nominee within 30 days. Selection process for the V-Cs post can only commence when the search-cum-selection committee is in place.
Student dies as bike hits lamp post in Chikkodi
Rahul Gandhi building anti-India narrative through foreign X accounts: BJP
New Delhi: The BJP on Thursday alleged that social media accounts based in Pakistan, Bangladesh, Malaysia, Singapore and other countries are building an anti-India narrative at the behest of Rahul Gandhi and the Left eco-system, claiming that even the X account of the Congress head of media department, Pawan Khera, is based in the US. 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 .
J&K Police Conduct Raids At Location Linked To Jamaat-e-Islami, Electronic Devices Seized
J&K Police raided locations linked to Jamaat-e-Islami associates, including Umar Sultan Guru and Mohd Abdullah Wani, seizing electronic gadgets and documents for investigation.
Thousands flock to Kanaka Temple for Margasira Masotsavam
1,391 Assam schools lack drinking water, toilets: Minister
Chars and rural government schools face infrastructure gaps and teacher vacancies, Assembly told
Local body polls in Kerala: dry days declared
Four arrested in DMK functionary murder case
Lok Adalat in Shivamogga on December 13
KRRS opposes signing of FTA with the U.S., fear it will cripple small farmers
10 booked for preventing SI from discharging duty in Shorapur
Mumbai Customs Busts Major Hawala Racket, Seizes Fake Foreign Currency
Mumbai Customs raided M/s H.M.Forex Pvt. Ltd, arresting Hasan Mohammed Karodia, seizing Rs 7 lakh foreign and Rs 2 crore Indian currency, probing terror funding links.
Over 68% SIR enumeration forms digitised: ECI
99.33% of enumeration forms distributed; U.P. and Kerala lagging behind in digitisation work
Kerala Woman Files Sexual Harassment Complaint Against MLA Rahul Mamkootathil Before CM
Palakkad MLA Rahul Mamkootathil was suspended from Congress in August after multiple allegations of sexual misconduct.
Three, including a DMK functionary, die in accidents in Salem
No 'Vande Mataram', 'Jai Hind' slogans in Parliament: Congress slams BJP
NEW DELHI: The Congress on Thursday hit out at the BJP after the Rajya Sabha Secretariat reminded MPs not to use slogans like 'Vande Mataram' and 'Jai Hind' in Parliament to maintain decorum, and said those who did not lose anything in the freedom movement and sided with the British have problems with slogans associated with the independence struggle. Congress spokesperson Supriya Shrinate said earlier the British had problems with these slogans which were used in the freedom struggle and now the BJP is having problems. On November 24, the Rajya Sabha Secretariat reminded members not to use slogans like 'Vande Mataram' and 'Jai Hind' inside or outside the House to maintain decorum, citing them as a breach of parliamentary etiquette. I am shocked. What on earth is the objection to these slogans - the British had a problem with them, and now the BJP folks have too? What kind of people are they made of, those who find it difficult to utter the two most famous slogans of the freedom struggle in the House, Shrinate said in a video message. She said 'Jai Hind' means the victory of Hindustan - may India always be victorious and this was the most powerful slogan of the freedom struggle as it beats in the heart of every Indian. It was composed in 1907 by the revolutionary Chempakaraman Pillai from Travancore, Kerala. Between 1914-1918, Pillai was active in the Indian freedom movement in Germany. He was the first to use 'Jai Hind' as a greeting and slogan among Indian revolutionaries living abroad, she said. In 1943-44, Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose and the Azad Hind Fauj made 'Jai Hind' their official greeting and slogan, making it even more popular. Netaji would end all his speeches and radio messages broadcast from South East Asia and Germany with 'Jai Hind'. Netaji chose it because it was secular and united everyone, the Congress spokesperson added. Shrinate said after independence in 1947, 'Jai Hind' was adopted by the Indian armed forces as their official greeting and salute and even today, it instills a sense of patriotism in the army, paramilitary forces, and every Indian. Prime Minister Jawaharlal Nehru made it even more popular. He would often end his speeches with 'Jai Hind', she noted. Talking of 'Vande Mataram', she said, it is that glorious slogan and song in our history that gives India the status of a mother and pays homage to her, while bowing to her. Written in 1870 by Bankimchandra Chattopadhyay, it was first sung by Rabindranath Tagore at the 1896 Indian National Congress session and in 1905, during the Swadeshi movement, it became the political and nationalist slogan of the masses, she said. Between 19061910, the British regime repeatedly banned it, leading to arrests for singing it. Whether it was protests for Swaraj or marches for independence, 'Vande Mataram' was always on the lips of the great heroes of freedom. Revolutionaries like Bhagat Singh and Khudiram Bose raised the slogan 'Vande Mataram' during their trials and at the time of hanging. On 24 January 1950, India's Constituent Assembly declared 'Vande Mataram' as India's national song. Now think about it: who could possibly have a problem with these slogans? Only those who didn't even lose the tiniest bit of a little fingernail in the freedom movement. Those who were slaves and informants to the British, the Congress leader said. The advisory, mentioned in the 'Handbook for Members of Rajya Sabha', was issued ahead of the commencement of the parliamentary session on December 1. The decorum and the seriousness of the proceedings of the House require that there should be no 'Thanks', 'Thank You', 'Jai Hind', 'Vande Mataram' or any other slogans raised in the House, the Rajya Sabha notification said, while reminding MPs to observe the parliamentary customs and conventions. Sources in the Rajya Sabha Secretariat said that this is not the first time such an instruction has been issued. A similar circular was released during the UPA-led government in November 2005, also emphasising that raising slogans like 'Jai Hind' and 'Vande Mataram' was inconsistent with parliamentary customs and etiquette.
The forms in which only the first part has been filled in will be taken into account says Archana Patnaik
Will expand magic drain system to more areas, says Vizag District Collector
Training in goat farming conducted in Namakkal
BRS files plea in Telangana HC against appointment of 16 advisors by govt
Hyderabad: Bharat Rashtra Samithi (BRS) leaders on Thursday, November 27, filed a PIL in the Telangana High Court against the appointment of 16 advisors by the Telangana government. The BRS is contesting that the ranks of the advisors are equivalent to those of ministers. Addressing a news conference at Telangana Bhavan, BRS leader Errolla Srinivas 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 .
GHMC initiates model footpath development with recycled plastic and solar roof
Govt. asks MPs to pitch for 42% quota to BCs in Parliament
Meet PM, inform him that CM is ready to lead a delegation to Delhi
Pinarayi Vijayan forwards the complaint to State Police Chief Ravada Chandrasekhar for further action. The police may seek the Courts sanction to record the complainants statement in camera before a magistrate under Section 183 of the Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita (BNSS).
Anushka Sharma strengthened the squad of the Gujarat Giants after being picked up for a Rs 45 lakh deal at the WPL 2026 mega auction. The young talent's addition boosts the franchise's depth as they prepare for a competitive new season.
Will Elon Musk-owned EV maker Tesla fail in India? Only ...cars sold since debut despite tax cuts
Tesla's much-hyped India debut has fallen flat, with just over 100 cars sold since July despite more than 600 bookings. High taxes, slow EV adoption and limited charging infrastructure continue to hinder sales, even as rival premium EV makers like BMW, BYD and Mercedes-Benz show strong performance.
Withdraw new labour codes, demands Congress
Party leader Udit Raj says the four labour codes strip workers of their rights, eliminate job security, and only serve the interests of corporations
Future educators lead fight against drugs
The Anti-Drug Club of Stella Matutina College of Education recently bagged the third prize in the Chennai District Awards; students at the teachers training college in Ashok Nagar are engaged with 45 schools across Chennai to educate children about drug addiction and its ramifications
Vokkaliga Sangha supports DKS, AHINDA backs Siddaramaiah
The seers of different caste groups support their community leader to the CM post
Rana Reviews Implementation Roadmap Of Newly Launched Development Projects In Mendhar
MENDHAR, Nov 27: A day after unveiling and laying foundation stones for developmental projects worth 80 crore in Mankote Block, Minister for Jal Shakti, Forest, Ecology & Environment and Tribal Affairs, Javed Ahmed Rana, today convened a comprehensive review meeting at Mendhar to assess the implementation roadmap for the same. The Minister also assessed progress on several ongoing works across the division. The meeting was attended by Assistant Commissioner Development, Assistant Commissioner Panchayat, Executive Engineers of Jal Shakti, PWD, [] The post Rana Reviews Implementation Roadmap Of Newly Launched Development Projects In Mendhar appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
PM Modi Meets Indian Women''s Blind Cricket Team After T20 World Cup Triumph
This team's feat will inspire generations to come : PM Modi
CHANDIGARH: Union Agriculture and Rural Development Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan visited various places in Punjab and interacted with farmers, besides reviewing ongoing rural-development initiatives on Thursday. Acknowledging that stubble burning remains a serious issue, he emphasised that with constructive dialogue and appropriate support, crop residue could be turned into a valuable resource rather than a liability. Chouhans discussions with farmers primarily focused on stubble management, agricultural sustainability and avenues for enhancing rural income. Lauding Punjab for achieving an 83 per cent reduction in stubble-burning cases, he described the states progress as a model worth replicating across the country. Speaking on the issue of stubble burning, Chouhan said such incidents have made the whole country worried. With the stubble burning, a field may get cleared for the next crop, but friendly insects are also burnt, besides causing the problem of pollution. I have come here to congratulate Punjab and take this experiment to the whole country, he said. He also interacted with beneficiaries of various rural-development schemes to assess the effectiveness of central government programs and understand issues at the grassroots level. Earlier in the day, Chouhan visited Ransih Kalan village to meet farmers who have stopped burning stubble for the past several years and appreciated the village for its commitment to sustainable practices, including environmental protection, social reforms and strong community participation. For the past six years, the farmers of this village have completely stopped stubble burning and have implemented scientific straw management techniques; as a result, the soil quality has improved, helping the farmers to reduce the use of chemical fertilisers by approximately 30 per cent. He said a potato farmer also stated that they now do not use potash for the crop, as stubble has potash. The size and quality of potatoes are better. This village is a school, he noted, who met farmers and praised them for their initiatives, said Chouhan. He said, I am giving a message from here that what farmers of Ransih Kalan have done, farmers of the entire country should adopt. He explained many advantages of not burning crop residue, saying mixing stubble in fields and direct seeding lead to saving water, diesel, lesser use of fertilisers and an increase in soil fertility. He also savoured 'makki di roti' and 'sarson da saag'-- a famous Punjabi dish -- while sitting on a 'manja' [charpoy]. I have just come here. People's love is amazing, said Chouhan while speaking with the media. He also said he had 'makke di roti' and 'sarson da saag'. Among the major initiatives of the village included providing cash incentives to farmers for not burning crop residue, cash incentives for growing fruit plants, cash rewards for promoting reading books in a village library, a plastic-free campaign, rain harvesting and an anti-drug campaign. Punjab BJP president Sunil Jakhar, who accompanied Chouhan, said that stubble burning is a genuine concern for farmers, but practical and farmer-friendly solutions could convert the challenge into an economic advantage. He stressed the need for continuous engagement with farmers to arrive at long-term solutions. Meanwhile, senior Congress leader and leader of the opposition in the Punjab Assembly, Partap Singh Bajwa, demanded that the Punjab Government and the Union Government publicly clarify the status of the Rs 1,600-crore flood relief package announced by Prime Minister Narendra Modi for Punjab. He noted that Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann had strongly criticised the Bharatiya Janata Party-led Union governments delay in releasing the Rs 1,600 crore package. In contrast, Punjab BJP president Sunil Jakhar and Union Minister Ravneet Singh Bittu accused the Aam Aadmi Party government of deliberately misinforming the public about flood relief. Bittu asserted that over Rs 800 crore had already been transferred to the Punjab Government and distributed to victims. One of them is clearly not telling the truth. The people of Punjab especially those who suffered immense losses during the floods deserve full transparency, said Bajwa, calling the conflicting statements unacceptable.
Twin Glory For Kashmir, 2 Master Craftsmen Win National Award
SRINAGAR, Nov 27: Adding yet another badge of honour on its already coveted robe, 02 master craftsmen have brought glory to Kashmir by winning the prestigious National Award in the handicrafts category, recently announced by the Union Ministry of Textiles. Manzoor Ahmad Khan, from Rainawari and Khawaja Nazir Ali, from Alamgiri Bazar, Srinagar, shall be conferred with the National Award by the Honble President of India for excellence in the field of hand-knotted carpet weaving and sozni embroidery at Vigyan [] The post Twin Glory For Kashmir, 2 Master Craftsmen Win National Award appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Assam Assembly Passes Anti-polygamy Bill
The Bill said that polygamy entails entering a marriage if someone already has a living spouse, if not legally separated from another spouse, or if in a marriage not yet dissolved or annulled by decree of divorce and is pending appeal
Madanayakanahalli and Rajanakunte police stations added to city commissionerate
The proposal submitted before the govt. highlights a surge in criminal cases and traffic congestion in these areas, necessitating closer policing under the city unit
HR&CE officials seal eight more shops at Vennaimalai in Karur district
Cold wave returns to ASR district; Single digit temperatures record at many places
J&K govt blacklists LMES IT LLP after ACB exposes massive recruitment scam in fire services
After the Anti-Corruption Bureau unearthed large-scale manipulation in the recruitment of firemen and drivers, the Jammu & Kashmir Government has blacklisted LMES IT LLP and private vendor Maharaj Krishan Wali from all future recruitment bids.
Centre Advises Andhra Pradesh to Set Up Cancer Registry, Tumour Board
Gaur said the Centre had also agreed to extend financial support covering up to 80% of the cost of cancer medicines and diagnostic equipment under viability gap funding.
Missing minors traced in Hyderabad
The Department of Telecommunications has clarified that the amended Telecommunication Cyber Security (TCS) Rules, 2025, remain in force after a duplicate notification was withdrawn. These rules aim to combat cyber fraud by strengthening mobile number validation, scrutinizing the second-hand device market, and enhancing data-sharing norms for better traceability and accountability.
Assam passes anti-polygamy bill, CM Himanta vows to bring UCC next if NDA retains power
GUWAHATI: The Assam Assembly on Thursday passed the Assam Prohibition of Polygamy Bill 2025 that prescribed stringent punishment for offenders. Assam moves with resolve. Womens rights will not be compromised. Through the Assam Prohibition of Polygamy Bill 2025, we secure legal protection, strict penalties and real accountability, Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma said. The bill will now be sent for the Presidents assent. Sarma said the government had earlier set a target to ban polygamy and child marriage. The minimum age for marriage is 21 years for men and 18 years for women. If God gives me power the next time (next term), we will increase the minimum age of marriage for women from 18 years to 21 years, the chief minister said. Some people attributed our actions to politics, but we had to take thesechild marriage and polygamy snatched Muslim women and girls minimum right to live, he added. After bringing laws against polygamy and child marriage, the focus of the BJP-led government is now on Uniform Civil Code (UCC). Sarma assured the House that if the NDA retained power, it would bring UCC in Assam, which is expected to go to polls early next year. Stop me, but if you cannot, I will bring UCC in the first session of the Assembly, the chief minister said, challenging the Opposition. The Polygamy Bill proposed seven years of rigorous imprisonment for the offenders, ban on contesting Panchayati Raj Institutions, Urban Local Bodies (Municipalities) and any other such elections, and deletion of names from the lists of beneficiaries of government schemes. The convicts will not be entitled to public employment or appointments, and will also be denied benefits under any government-funded or government-aided scheme. The law, however, will not apply to the Sixth Schedule areas and to the members of any Scheduled Tribe community. Whoever during the lifetime of his or her spouse or during subsistence of a valid marriage or without having been lawfully divorced from the spouse, or without having been declared the marriage null and void or dissolved contracts a marriageshall be guilty of an offence punishable with imprisonment up to 7 years and fine, the bill says. It further states that anyone found committing the offence by concealing a previous marriage will face imprisonment for 10 years and a fine. If the offence is repeated after conviction, the offender will face double punishment. The Bill also states that village chiefs, Quazis, parents or legal guardians of a party to a polygamous marriage who dishonestly or fraudulently conceal information and intentionally take part in its performance or solemnisation shall be punished with imprisonment of up to two years and a fine of up to Rs 1 lakh. The bill says women, who are victims of polygamy, may approach the competent authority to claim compensation.
GBA orders institutions to report stray dog presence, submit action plan as per SC directive
A nodal officer should be appointed by institutions, and the officer will be responsbile for waste management,maintainingcleanliness, preventing dog re-entry, and coordinating with the municipal corporation
AI to supplement human workforce: expert
Sridhar Babu likely to visit Germany in Jan.
Historical records vital to preserving the past: Mandya varsity V-C
Assam Assembly passes Bill to ban polygamy
Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma said a Bill on Uniform Civil Code will be tabled if he retains the post after the 2026 Assembly polls
Man arrested for stealing valuables worth 48.50 lakh from train
Railway police officials nab the accused at a jewellery shop in Vijayawada while he was trying to sell the stolen gold ornaments
Husband Gets Life Sentence for Killing Wife in 2018
Jeeru Venkata Ramana was convicted by First Additional District Judge P. Bhaskara Rao on Thursday for killing his 24-year-old wife, Jeeru Ramanamma, in Banam village in 2018
Erodes Solar satellite bus terminal set to become operational in two weeks
RRB NTPC Undergraduate Recruitment 2025: Registration Window Closes In Three Days
Indian Railway invites applications for Junior Engineer, Depot Material Superintendent, and Chemical Metallurgical Assistant posts with 2569 vacancies until November 30, 2025.
Telangana Rising 2047 - State to focus on accelerating TFP
Vision document sees innovation as a major driver of economy
How long will police conduct inquiry into death of celebrity manager Disha Salian, asks Bombay HC
Disha Salian, former manager of actor Sushant Singh Rajput, died in June 8, 2020 after falling off a residential building in Malad, Mumbai
NEW DELHI: A fresh round of onshore and offshore expeditions at ancient heritage sites in Gujarats Dwarka and Bet Dwarka has begun. A team of the Underwater Archaeology Wing (UAW) of the Archaeological Survey of India (ASI), led by its Additional Director-General (ADG) Professor Alok Tripathi, is carrying out fieldwork near the 56 Seedhi (steps) in the vicinity of Gomti Ghat, an area known for its archaeological significance. Due to the unavailability of open space around the Dwarkadheesh Temple, the excavation is currently being undertaken in a limited area, said Tripathi. The team comprises officials of ASI from different states. 56 Seedhi is the flight of steps leading from the Gomti River to the Dwarkadhish Temple's rear entrance. The primary objective of this excavation is to document the archaeological remains and scientifically study the antiquity of the site, Tripathi added. Earlier in February-March, the team conducted initial surveys to examine the sites. Considering the significance of the site, a year-long permission was granted to the UAW for undertaking this investigation. The fresh attempt to study underwater archaeology in the state assumes significance as in February 2024, Prime Minister Narendra Modi went scuba diving off the Panchkui beach coast to perform prayers at ancient Dwarka city, belonging to Lord Krishna, which is submerged in the waters. As part of the study, the plan included covering an extended area in Okhamandal. In February 2025, a five-member ASI team investigated south of the Gomti Creek, located on the eastern side of Dwarka. The fieldwork aimed to inspect previously explored locations and assess current conditions. Based on preliminary studies, potential areas were identified for further investigation, said Tripathi. Prior to this, in 2007, a small area near the northern gate of the Dwarkadheesh Temple was excavated. The excavation was carried out meticulously to document antiquities in situ. A deposit measuring 10 metres in depth, comprising 26 layers, was excavated. Antiquities recovered from this limited excavation included iron objects, beads, copper items, rings, and other artefacts. In addition, pottery recovered during the excavation was thoroughly examined.
JCTU stages protest opposing new labour codes
The demonstration follows a nation-wide call given by the Samyukta Kisan Morcha and the Joint Committee of Trade Unions
Scientist calls for preparedness to face biosecurity threats
Prasanna has also called upon the international community of scientists engaged in studying pests to work on risk management, data management, and guiding preparedness for invasive pests like fall armyworm
Telangana Retains 2019 Quota For Nalgonda Gram Panchayats
These seven gram panchayats did not go to polls in 2019 due to their merger with Nakrekal municipality. Following legal challenges by local leaders, the High Court restored their gram panchayat status
Inside Adiala Jail, Pakistan's Own Tihar, That Now Holds Imran Khan
Government officials have dismissed speculation surrounding the former Pak prime minister's alleged death in custody. Yet the episode has once again turned national attention toward the long-feared Central Jail Rawalpindi, also known as Adiala Jail.
Detroit Thanksgiving Parade 2025: Start time, route map and how to watch the iconic holiday event
Detroit is preparing to celebrate one of its most beloved holiday traditions as the Detroit Thanksgiving Parade 2025 returns on Thursday, featuring an elaborate lineup of balloons, marching bands, celebrities and mascots.
MP Board Releases Time Table For 'Ruk Jana Nhi Yojna' And 'Aa Laut Chale Yojna' For 2025 Exams
Madhya Pradesh Board announced the December 2025 exam schedule for Ruk Jana Nhi Yojna and Aa Laut Chale Yojna for Class 10 and 12 students who failed in June exams.
Motorists flouting stop lines at major junctions hinder pedestrian movement in Erode
State to seek withdrawal of Labour Codes: Sivankutty
Labour Minister V. Sivankutty says he, along with trade union representatives, will meet the Union Labour Minister
Pourakarmikasshould be allowed to use toilets in all hotels in GBA limits
The user noted how those in power and the wealthy are largely shielded from air pollution's devastating effects.
IMF gives India a C on its GDP and other national accounts data, the second-lowest grade
The IMF noted that Indias national accounts and inflation data do not adequately capture key aspects such as the informal sector and peoples spending patterns.
Vizag city police arrest 77 property offenders, recover 37 lakh worth property
IFGTB Coimbatore pays respects to former Director K. Gurumurthi
JSS Sangeetha Sabha 30th music conference from Dec 2 to 6
Costliest number plate in India, HR88B8888 sold at Rs 1.17 crore
Chandigarh: Haryana has broken a national record in the VIP vehicle-number auction, with registration plate HR 88 B 8888 fetching Rs 1.17 crore, the highest price ever paid for a car registration number in India. The online bidding was conducted through the states official VIP-number auction portal from Friday, 5 pm to Monday, 9 am. 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 .
Trump says hes barring South Africa from participating in next years G20 summit near Miami
WEST PALM BEACH, Fla, November 27, 2025 (AP) President Donald Trump said Wednesday that he is barring South Africa from participating in the Group of 20 summit next year at his Miami-area club and will stop all payments and subsidies to the country over its treatment of a U.S. government representative at this years global meeting. Trump chose not to have an American government delegation attend last weekends summit hosted by South Africa, saying he did so because its white Afrikaners were being violently persecuted. It is a claim that South Africa, which was mired for decades in racial
RBI expected to cut rates to 5.25% on December 5: Reuters poll
The Reserve Bank of India is poised to lower its key interest rate by 25 basis points to 5.25% on December 5. Economists anticipate this rate will remain steady through 2026. This move is supported by a significant drop in food prices and tax cuts, which have lowered consumer inflation.
Labour unions protest against new codes
India is Top Source Market for International Students
US, UK, Canada, Germany, France and Australia are some of the key destinations for Indian students, while others such as South Korea and Spain are emerging destinations
Rain alert: helpline numbers announced in Nagapattinam district
Former TTD Chairman Seeks 10-year Probe Into Ghee Procurement
Subba Reddy said the CBI-led Special Investigation Team (SIT), constituted on Supreme Court directions, must examine procurement decisions across different administrations
Delhi Transport Corporation to study KSRTCs systems, plan to adopt HRMS and tech modules
Puducherry police arrest three from Kuppam
Kerala Will Not Implement Centre's New Labour Codes, Says Minister
Kerala Labour Minister Sivankutty said that while most states have moved ahead with implementing the labour codes, Kerala has consistently maintained its refusal.
In Focus Podcast | Are the labour codes labour friendly?
In this episode, Amarjeet Kaur and R. Mukundan joins us to discuss this question.
Man arrested for stalking woman in Thanjavur
The Constitution has liberated us from centuries of oppression, says scholar
Exercise to identify illegal foreign nationals to be launched in UP
LUCKNOW: Tightening the noose around the illegal immigrants living in the state, the Uttar Pradesh authorities are set to launch a major exercise to identify them. The campaign will commence from western UP, the Rohilkhand region of Terai, comprising Bareilly, Badaun, Pilibhit and Shahjahanpur districts falling under Bareilly division. As per the senior officials, the divisional commissioner Bhupendra S Chaudhary has issued directives to all the DMs concerned of Bareilly Division, to set up temporary detention facilities where identified illegal immigrants would be housed until the verification is complete, and, if necessary, they are deported to their native countries as per procedure. The move has come after UP CM Yogi Adityanath had recently directed the respective district administrations to identify, detain and deport illegal immigrants residing across Uttar Pradesh. As per Chaudhary, several Bangladesh nationals are suspected to be engaged in factories, brick kilns and other establishments in the Rohilkhand region. Posing as residents of Assam or West Bengal, they are even in possession of Indian identity documents. However, their language and mannerisms had raised suspicion, said the officer. The sources claimed that Bareilly district officials and police had begun ground-level checks to identify illegal immigrants. Meanwhile, the divisional commissioner said that the administration would call linguistic experts from Tripura if needed to aid the identification process. Local Bengali-speaking residents will also assist in the verification process, he added. According to Bareilly Senior Superintendent of Police (SSP) Anurag Arya, any person found with fake Aadhaar, voter ID, or other forged documents would face criminal proceedings. Cross-checking of suspicious individuals, identified during a special verification drive earlier this year, would also be undertaken. It may be recalled that Bareilly police had set up special police station-wise teams for the campaign under the supervision of Additional Superintendents of Police and Circle Officers. The team of officials, who were part of the drive, had identified several suspected individuals living in slums and nomadic settlements during a two-month-long operation in June this year. At the end of the drive, over a dozen Bangladesh nationals were confirmed to be residing in the district, illegally. In August this year, three Bangladesh-origin sisters were arrested from the Premnagar area for allegedly residing with forged documents for years. All three sisters were booked on charges of cheating, impersonation, forgery, and provisions of the Foreigners Act, Passport Act, and Aadhaar Act. In another instance, a Bangladeshi national living under a fake identity was arrested.
Demetriou also hailed PM Modis 'historic'visit to the Green Linethe UN-administered buffer zone dividing Cyprus
New guidelines for gig platforms make verification, GPS tracking, and in-app SOS feature mandatory
Gig platforms must conduct thorough police verification and background checks of every delivery partner and driver before they start the work, says Police Commissioner Seemant Kumar Singh
14-persons cyber fraud gang, including 6 based in Cambodia arrested by Bhimavaram police
The modus operandi of the gang was to collect mule bank accounts for transferring money into these accounts from the victims of digital arrests; Three accused based in Cambodia are from Visakhapatnam
Telangana hosts first conference on animal-inclusive disaster planning
Traffic diversions for heavy vehicles in Tiruchi
Make efforts to understand the spirit and essence of the Constitution
It is the heart of this country and every citizen must strive to preserve it, says the former MLC
