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Mamata Banerjee announces Sourav Ganguly as brand ambassador of Bengal | India advises citizens to 'avoid non-essential travels' to violence-hit Myanmar | 'Disgraceful': BJP slams Rahul Gandhi for calling PM Modi 'Panauti' over World Cup loss | ED attaches properties worth Rs. 752 crore of company linked to Gandhis in National Herald case | Sacked Open AI CEO Sam Altman to join Microsoft, Satya Nadella announces | Uttarakhand tunnel collapse: Rescuers to drill new tunnels for trapped workers, pipe installed to supply food | Amit Shah unveils Telangana BJP election manifesto | Mohamed Muizzu, new president of Maldives, asks India to withdraw military presence | UP govt to crackdown on 'Halal' certification, ban likely soon | PM Modi to participate in Gita Path celebration in Kolkata on Dec 24

Bus driver saves 48 lives before dying of cardiac arrest in Odisha

Oct 29, 2023, at 08:45 pm

Bhubaneshwar: A bus driver's heroic act in the last moments of his life saved the lives of 48 passengers travelling in the bus he was driving in the Kandhamal district on Friday night, media reported.

Punjab empowers marginalized communities with free civil service coaching

Oct 29, 2023, at 08:14 pm

In a significant effort to uplift marginalized communities and empower them with the opportunity to serve their nation through civil services, the Government of Punjab recently organized an entrance test for free civil service coaching.

Punjab: Four Babbar Khalsa International operatives arrested

Oct 29, 2023, at 07:54 pm

In a significant operation carried out on Saturday, the Punjab Police succeeded in busting a terror module linked to the banned pro-Khalistani outfit, Babbar Khalsa International (BKI).

One dead, over 20 injured in blast at Kerala convention centre

Oct 29, 2023, at 06:12 pm

Kochi/IBNS: One person died and over 20 were injured in a blast at a convention centre in Kerala's Kalamassery here on Sunday morning, media reports said. 

PM Modi, Egyptian President discuss Israel-Hamas war, agree on 'need for early restoration of peace'

Oct 29, 2023, at 04:16 pm

New Delhi/IBNS: Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Egyptian President Abdel Fattah el-Sisi Saturday discussed the worsening security and humanitarian situation in West Asia amid the Israel-Hamas war. 

Hamas leader's participation in Jamaat-e-Islami youth wing's event in Kerala triggers controversy

Oct 29, 2023, at 07:02 am

Thiruvananthapuram: A Hamas leader, said to be involved in the October 7 attack on Israel, allegedly participated in a virtual rally organised by the Solidarity Youth Movement, the youth wing of Jamaat-e-Islami, in Malappuram, Kerala.

Israel-Hamas War: BJP's Mukhtar Abbas Naqvi schools 'disappointed' Priyanka Gandhi on Congress's past positions on Gaza conflict, terrorism

Oct 29, 2023, at 05:28 am

New Delhi: A heated political debate has erupted following India's decision to abstain from a UN General Assembly vote on an immediate humanitarian ceasefire in the conflict between Israel and Hamas.

'We have best shooters in India': Reliance chairman Mukesh Ambani receives death threat

Oct 29, 2023, at 03:55 am

Mumbai: Reliance Industries chairman Mukesh Ambani was given a death threat earlier this week via an email, media reports said.

ED arrests two co-founders of Ashoka University in money laundering case

Oct 29, 2023, at 03:35 am

New Delhi: Two co-founders of the private institution Ashoka University are among three people arrested by the Enforcement Directorate (ED) for alleged money laundering, media reported, citing sources.

Uttar Pradesh: 1 injured as fire breaks out at sweets factory, owner booked

Oct 28, 2023, at 11:48 pm

One person was injured when a fire broke out in a sweets factory after a cooking gas cylinder exploded in Pipari area of Kaushambi district in Uttar Pradesh.

Climate change and environmental sustainability in Bangladesh: PM Sheikh Hasina’s vision

Oct 28, 2023, at 11:05 pm

Bangladesh, a nation known for its natural beauty and rich biodiversity, is facing the immense challenge of climate change.

Jammu and Kashmir: 3 drug peddlers arrested in Baramulla

Oct 28, 2023, at 10:03 pm

Three alleged drug peddlers were arrested in Jammu and Kashmir’s Baramulla district and contraband substances were recovered from their possession, police said on Saturday.

Digital Bangladesh and technological advancements: A vision realized

Oct 28, 2023, at 08:33 pm

Bangladesh has embarked on an inspiring journey towards a ‘Digital Bangladesh,’ a vision nurtured and championed by Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina.

'Gave Parliament login details to Darshan Hiranandani,' TMC MP Mahua Moitra admits

Oct 28, 2023, at 07:39 pm

New Delhi/IBNS: Amid the 'cash for questions' row, Trinamool Congress (TMC) MP Mahua Moitra on Friday admitted she gave her Parliament login details to businessman Darshan Hiranandani but refuted the bribery allegations.

BJP attempting to muzzle opposition parties raising pro-people issues: Trinamool Congress

Oct 28, 2023, at 03:16 am

Kolkata/IBNS/UNI: Reacting sharply to the arrest of West Bengal Forest Minister Jyotipriya Mallick in connection with the alleged ration scam, state minister for Women and Child Development Shashi Panja on Friday stated that it was another "petty" attempt by the BJP to "muzzle" opposition parties raising pro-people issues.

After rapid expansion of 5G network, India on way to become leader in 6G: PM Modi

Oct 28, 2023, at 02:54 am

New Delhi/IBNS/UNI: Noting that India is rapidly expanding the 5G network, Prime Minister Narendra Modi  Friday said that the country is moving towards taking the lead in 6G technology.

Enemies of Bharat’s identity will never succeed in their designs: PM Modi in poll-bound MP

Oct 28, 2023, at 02:02 am

Chitrakoot (MP)/IBNS/UNI: In a blitzkrieg against those who "wish ill for Indian culture", Prime Minister Narendra Modi Friday said that individuals who are yet to be liberated from a slave mentality, despite decades of independence, harbour hatred towards Sanskrit, which is not only a language of tradition but also a tongue of Bharat’s progress and identity.

Terrorist groups determined to create disturbance in valley, says GOC

Oct 28, 2023, at 12:14 am

A day after a major infiltration bid was foiled and five Lashkar-e-Taiba militants were killed along the Line of Control, a senior Army officer on Friday said there has been a constant endeavour from Pakistan to disturb the prevailing peace and vitiate the security environment in Jammu and Kashmir.

Jammu and Kashmir: Annual Urs of Dastgeer Sahib observed

Oct 27, 2023, at 11:03 pm

The Annual Urs of Sheikh Syed Abdul Qadir Jeelani, popularly known as Peer Dastgeer Sahib, was observed with religious fervour in Kashmir on Friday.

Uttar Pradesh Crime: Dalit youth attempts self-immolation, SO suspended

Oct 27, 2023, at 10:33 pm

A Station Officer (SO) was suspended on Friday after a Dalit youth perturbed with police inaction attempted self-immolation in front of the police station in Gaindas Bujurg area of Balrampur district here in Uttar Pradesh, police sources said here.

Uttar Pradesh: Five die, several injured as bus overturns in Mirzapur

Oct 27, 2023, at 10:32 pm

Five people, including two women and a child, died and several others were injured when a private bus overturned in Sant Nagar area of Mirzapur district in Uttar Pradesh on Friday, police sources said.

Jammu and Kashmir: Friday prayers disallowed at Srinagar’s Jamia mosque

Oct 27, 2023, at 09:43 pm

For the third consecutive Friday, the authorities disallowed the congregational prayers at Srinagar’s historic Jamia Masjid, the managing body of the mosque said.

China's rapid military expansion raises global concerns

Oct 27, 2023, at 08:16 pm

In recent years, China has been making significant strides in expanding its military capabilities, raising concerns among global powers, particularly the United States.

Jammu and Kashmir: Two BSF jawans injured in firing by Pakistan Rangers

Oct 27, 2023, at 07:55 pm

Two Border Security Force personnel sustained injuries while the border dwellers moved to safer locations after Pakistan Rangers resorted to unprovoked firing along the International Border here.

Accord sanction to bill exempting Tamil Nadu from NEET: MK Stalin urges President Murmu

Oct 27, 2023, at 07:25 pm

Chennai/UNI: Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M.K.Stalin on Friday urged President Droupadi Murmu to accord assent to the Bill passed in the StateLegislative Assembly seeking to exempt Tamil Nadu from the purview of NEET exams and allow admissions for UG medical courses based on the marks secured in the Plus-2 board exams conducted by the State government.

Telangana assembly elections: Congress appoints Rakesh Shetty as party's observer

Oct 27, 2023, at 06:13 pm

Mumbai/UNI: Congress high command on Friday appointed Maharashtra Pradesh Congress Seva Dal’s working president Rakesh Shetty as Observer for Telangana for the assembly election.

Urging for a probe into Mamata Banerjee's role in ration distribution scam: Bengal LoP Suvendu Adhikari

Oct 27, 2023, at 06:02 pm

Kolkata/UNI: Reacting to the arrest of West Bengal Forest Minister Jyotipriya Mallick, state Leader of Opposition Suvendu Adhikari on Friday demanded a probe into the role of Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee in the alleged ration distribution scam.

West Bengal Minister Jyotipriya Mallick arrested by ED in 'ration scam', cries 'grave conspiracy'

Oct 27, 2023, at 05:08 pm

Kolkata/IBNS: West Bengal Foreign Minister Jyotipriya Mallick was on Friday morning arrested by the Enforcement Directorate (ED) in connection with an alleged scam in the state's ration distribution when he helmed the food ministry, media reports said.

Multi-crore ration distribution scam: ED arrests West Bengal Forest Minister and Trinamool Congress leader Jyotipriya Mallick

Oct 27, 2023, at 03:41 pm

The Enforcement Directorate (ED) arrested West Bengal Forest Minister and Trinamool Congress leader Jyotipriya Mallick in the wee hours on Friday from his Salt Lake residence after marathon grilling in connection with an alleged multi-crore ration distribution scam in the state.