Prez Mukherjee chides opposition, says disruption absolutely unacceptable in Parliamentary system
New Delhi, Dec 8 (IBNS): Chiding the opposition over frequent disruptions in Parliamentary proceedings, President Pranab Mukherjee said on Thursday that it is absolutely unacceptable.
Three Lashkar militants killed in Kashmir, mobile network and internet service suspended
Srinagar, Dec 8 (IBNS): Three militants, including a commander of Lashkar-e- Taiba, were killed on Thursday in a fierce gun battle with security forces in south Kashmir’s Anantnag district.
Armed militants storm and loot bank in south Kashmir
Srinagar, Dec 8 (IBNS): Militants armed with AK-47 rifles looted a bank in Pulwama district in south Kashmir, police said on Thursday.
Bihar govt to challenge bail granted to merit scandal case accused
Patna, Dec 8 (TheBIharPost/IBNS): The Nitish Kumar government in Bihar has said that it will move the upper court to challenge the bail granted to the accused in the Bihar merit scandal case.
Demonetisation: West Bengal CM asks PM Modi to clarify situation and take responsibility
Kolkata, Dec 8 (IBNS): Following criticism from Rahul Gandhi and Lalu Prasad Yadav over demonetisation, Prime Minister Narendra Modi has now been asked by West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee to clarify the present situation to the people of India and take full responsibility for the loss.
PM Modi urges Indians to defeat the hoarding of black money in the country
New Delhi, Dec 8 (IBNS): Exactly a month after the note ban was imposed by the Central government, Prime Minister has urged Indians to ensure that black money is eradicated from the country, according to media reports.
Second bank robbery post demonetisation in J&K
Srinagar, Dec 8 (IBNS): A bank was looted in south Kashmir on Thursday, according to media reports.
Lalu slams PM, says Modi trying to hide behind veil of cashless economy
Patna, Dec 8 (IBNS): Former Bihar Chief Minister and RJD President Lalu Prasad Yadav, on Thursday, slammed Prime Minister Narendra Modi over demonetisation.
Allahabad HC says triple talaq violates rights of Muslim women and is unconstitutional
Allahabad, Dec 8 (IBNS): The Allahabad High Court on Thursday said that personal law boards are not above the Constitution while ruling that triple talaq among Muslims is unconstitutional, according to media reports.
Demonetisation: CBI arrests 3 for exchanging black money in Kolkata
Kolkata, Dec 8 (IBNS): On the 30th day of demonetisation, the Anti-Corruption Branch of Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) on Thursday booked three persons for allegedly converting black money into white, officials said.
We won't let Modi run inside the House, says Rahul Gandhi
New Delhi, Dec 8 (IBNS): Taking a swipe at Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Congress Vice President Rahul Gandhi said on Thursday that his party won't let the former run away any more.
Major fire breaks out in Howrah jute mill
Kolkata, Dec 8 (IBNS): A major fire broke out at Fort William Jute Mill near Foreshore Road under Shibpur Police Station limits in Kolkata's twin city Howrah on Thursday morning, reports said.
J&K: Security forces engage in gun fight with militants
Srinagar, Dec 8 (IBNS): Fierce gunfight started between militants and the government forces in south Kashmir’s Anantnag district on Thursday.
One month of demonetisation: Opposition leaders protest
New Delhi, Dec 8 (IBNS): One month passed since the Centre announced the decision to ban old currency notes on Nov 8 as Opposition leaders protested against the move in the Parliament on Thursday.
Currency ban: Rajya Sabha adjourned till noon
New Delhi, Dec 8 (IBNS): Amid uproar over the issue of currency ban, the Rajya Sabha was adjourned till noon on Thursday.