Suspected terrorist linkman nabbed in Kolkata
Nov 24, 2017, at 11:03 pm
Kolkata, Nov 24 (IBNS): The Special Task Force (STF) of Kolkata Police on Friday morning arrested a 26-year-old man with suspected links to terrorist groups near Sealdah railway station in north part of the city, officials said.
Only Ram Temple will be built at Ayodhya: Mohan Bhagwat
Nov 24, 2017, at 10:43 pm
New Delhi, Nov 24 (IBNS): Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) chief Mohan Bhagwat has pitched for the building of the Ram Temple on the disputed land in Uttar Pradesh's Ayodhya city.
Delhi Metro lost 3 lakh commuters a day after fare hike last month
Nov 24, 2017, at 09:58 pm
New Delhi, Nov 24 (IBNS): A RTI query as revealed that the Delhi Metro lost three lakh commuters a day since fares were hiked on Oct 10, media reports said.
Nov 24, 2017, at 09:25 pm
New Delhi, Nov 24 (IBNS): Minister of Parliamentary Affairs, Ananthkumar, said that people of India strongly desire that Parliament should legislate on Triple Talaq and the National Commission for Backward Classes, and the Central government is committed to respond to this desire.
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Vice President Naidu interacts with members of National Foundation of Communal Harmony
Nov 24, 2017, at 09:20 pm
New Delhi, Nov 24 (IBNS): Vice President of India, M. Venkaiah Naidu, during an interaction with a delegation from the National Foundation of Communal Harmony, said that India's strength lies in its unity and integrity.
Delhi HC dismisses petition against Padmavati release, body found hanging inside Rajasthan fort
Nov 24, 2017, at 08:30 pm
New Delhi/Jaipur, Nov 24 (IBNS) : The Delhi High Court on Friday dismissed a petition that sought setting up of a panel before ,the release of Sanjay Leela Bhansali's film Peadmavati to ensure that history is not distorted in the period piece featuring Deepika Padukone in the title role.
EC declares by-poll schedule for vacant seats in Arunachal, Uttar Pradesh and West Bengal
Nov 24, 2017, at 07:40 pm
New Delhi, Nov 24 (IBNS): The Election Commission,on Friday, not only announced the the schedule for bye-election for the much discussed Dr. Radhakrishnan Nagar (RKNagar) constituency of Tamil Nadu but also for that of State Legislative Assemblies of Arunachal Pradesh, Uttar Pradesh and West Bengal.
We want to hear your Mann Ki Baat: Rahul says at Porbandar rally
Nov 24, 2017, at 07:01 pm
Porbandar, Nov 24 (IBNS): Sharpening his attack against Prime Minister Narendra Modi in the BJP veteran's backyard, Congress vice president Rahul Gandhi, who addressed a rally in Gujarat's Porbandar on Friday morning, mocked at the former's monthly podcast Mann Ki Baat.
Winter session of Parliament to commence on December 15
Nov 24, 2017, at 06:23 pm
New Delhi, Nov 24 (IBNS): The Cabinet Committee on Political Affairs announced on Friday that the winter session of the Parliament will be held from December 15 to January 5, according to media reports.
Thane building collapse leaves five injured, one dead
Nov 24, 2017, at 06:12 pm
Thane, Nov 24 (IBNS): Five people were injured and one died after a multi-storied building collapsed in Thane, Maharashtra, on Friday morning, according to media reports.
Rahul Gandhi to campaign in Gujarat today, Hardik won't turn up
Nov 24, 2017, at 04:25 pm
Gandhinagar, Nov 24 (IBNS): Congress vice president Rahul Gandhi on Friday will campaign in Gujarat for the upcoming state poll, media reports said.
Chennai: RK Nagar by poll to be held on Dec 21
Nov 24, 2017, at 04:15 pm
Chennai, Nov 24 (IBNS): The poll in RK Nagar, a seat which fell vacant after the demise of former Tamil Nadu Chief Minister J Jayalalithaa, will be held on Dec. 21, media reports said.
Vasco Da Gama Express: At least 3 dead as train derails in UP
Nov 24, 2017, at 03:12 pm
Allahabad, Nov 24 (IBNS): At least three people were killed and seven others sustained injuries after the Patna bound Vasco Da Gama Express derailed near Manikpur Railway Station in Uttar Pradesh, reports said.
Cancer is ‘Divine justice’ row: Assam Heath minister offers unconditional apology
Nov 24, 2017, at 03:52 am
Guwahati, Nov 23 (IBNS): Assam Health Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on Thursday apologized for his controversial remarks that cancer is divine justice for sinning.
Uzbek army’s delegation team visits Counter Insurgency and Jungle Warfare School, Mizoram
Nov 24, 2017, at 03:31 am
Guwahati, Nov 23 (IBNS): To enhance defence cooperation between Indian Army and Uzbekistan Army, a delegation visited Counter Insurgency and Jungle Warfare School, Mizoram on Thursday.
Nov 24, 2017, at 02:43 am
Chennai, Nov 23 (IBNS): Vice President M. Venkaiah Naidu has said that character, caliber, capacity, conduct, compassion, hard work and discipline are important qualities for achieving success and realizing dreams.
MEA asks Pakistan to allow Kulbhushan to meet wife along with mother
Nov 24, 2017, at 02:00 am
New Delhi, Nov 23 (IBNS): The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) has asked Pakistan to allow Kulbhushan Jadhav, who has been held in the neighbouring country over the charges with spying, to meet his wife along with the accused's mother.
President recalls Guru Tegh Bahadur's teachings on eve of his martyrdom day
Nov 24, 2017, at 01:26 am
New Delhi, Nov 23 (IBNS): President Ram Nath Kovind on the eve of the martyrdom day of Guru Tegh Bahadur urged all to dedicate themselves to the latter's principles.
Sri Lanka Prime Minister calls on President Ram Nath Kovind
Nov 24, 2017, at 01:15 am
New Delhi, Nov 23 (IBNS): Sri Lanka Prime Minister Ranil Wickremesinghe on Thursday called on Indian President Ram Nath Kovind at the Rashtrapati Bhavan in New Delhi on Thursday.
Gujarat archbishop urges voters to save the country from nationalists
Nov 23, 2017, at 11:33 pm
Gandhinagar, Nov 23 (IBNS) : Ahead of Gujarat Assembly elections, the Archdiocese of Gandhinagar archbishop Thomas Macwan has urged voters to elect those "who respect all human beings," saying the result of the state polls can make a difference, media reports said.
Cyberattacks a significant threat to democracy: Narendra Modi
Nov 23, 2017, at 10:29 pm
New Delhi, Nov 23 (IBNS) : Calling cyberattack a significant threat to democracy, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday said creating a safe and secure cyberspace is one of the primary agendas of his Government.
Kashmir: Mehbooba Mufti announces amnesty for stone pelting offenders
Nov 23, 2017, at 08:52 pm
Srinagar, Nov 23 (IBNS): In a major decision, Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Mehbooba Mufti has announced amnesty to first-time offenders of stone pelting, who are in jails for years.
Prime ministers of India and Sri Lanka meet to discuss bilateral ties
Nov 23, 2017, at 08:48 pm
New Delhi, Nov 23 (IBNS): Sri Lankan Prime Minister Ranil Wickremesinghe met Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday, at the Hyderabad House, in New Delhi.
Assam college teacher accuses principal of molesting her, says police yet to take action
Nov 23, 2017, at 08:42 pm
Guwahati, Nov 23 (IBNS): Police is yet to take an action against a college principal in Assam, who allegedly sexually molested a female teacher, about nine months ago, according to media reports.
Sathyabama University officials close down campus following student unrest
Nov 23, 2017, at 08:37 pm
Chennai, Nov 23 (IBNS): Following the student unrest at the Sathyabama University campus, located near Chennai, the university officials have decided to close the campus and asked students to vacate the hostel, according to media reports on Thursday.
Delhi: Four-year-old accused of sexually molesting classmate
Nov 23, 2017, at 07:51 pm
New Delhi, Nov 23 (IBNS): In a bizarre case, a four-year-old boy has been booked by police for allegedly raping his classmate using a pencil, reports said.
EC restores two-leaf party symbol to 'united' AIADMK
Nov 23, 2017, at 06:32 pm
Chennai/New Delhi, Nov 23 (IBNS): The Election Commission (EC) has restored the two-leaf symbol to the unified AIADMK party, according to media reports on Thursday.
Former Bihar Dy CM questions JD-U's motive behind fielding candidates in Gujarat
Nov 23, 2017, at 06:16 pm
Patna, Nov 23 (TheBiharPost/IBNS): Former Bihar deputy chief minister Tejashwi Yadav has mocked Chief Minister Nitish Kumar’s move to join the Gujarat elections and reminded him about how he is contradicting his own statement.
Popular Assamese actor Biju Phukan passes away
Nov 23, 2017, at 06:14 pm
Guwahati, Nov 23 (IBNS) : Noted Assamese actor Biju Phukan passed away at Apollo Hospital in Guwahati on Wednesday evening following cardiac ailments, family members said.
Hyderabad police arrests 85-year old for allegedly raping minors
Nov 23, 2017, at 06:07 pm
Hyderabad, Nov 23 (IBNS): An 85- year old man has been arrested in Hyderabad for allegedly raping four minor girls and attempting to rape two others, according to media reports on Thursday.