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8:46 PM

Manipur reimposes ban on mobile internet till October 1, just five days after lifting it

Manipur reimposes ban on mobile internet till October 1, just five days after lifting it, reports NDTV.

7:50 PM

We will continue military cooperation, says Canadian Army Vice Chief

"Certainly between both of the armies, the way we see right now is that we will continue to cooperate, discuss, enjoy great forums like this where we can exchange ideas and find like-minded solutions to the difficulties facing a lot of the Indo-Pacific nations," Canadian Army Vice Chief said.

7:14 PM

Jaishankar counters ‘cherry picking’ action on nations' internal matters

"Respect for territorial integrity and non-interference in internal affairs cannot be exercises in cherry picking," EAM Jaishankar said.

 

7:14 PM

On the voice for Global South, Jaishankar says ‘growth and development must focus on the most vulnerable’

“Recognising that growth and development must focus on the most vulnerable, we began presidency by convening the Voice of the Global South Summit. This enabled us to hear directly from 125 nations and place their concerns on the G20 Agenda. As a consequence, issues which deserve global attention got a fair hearing. More than that, the deliberations produced outcomes that have great significance for the international community. It was also noteworthy that at India's initiative, the African Union as a permanent member of the G20. By doing so, we gave voice to an entire continent which has long been its due. This significant step in reform should inspire the United Nations, a much older organisation, to also make the Security Council contemporary,” he said.

7:09 PM

‘India has much to share’, says Jaishankar on the country's role in UN

"This is an occasion to take stock of our achievements and our challenges even while sharing our aspirations and goals. Indeed, in regards to both, there is much that India has to share."

7:09 PM

EAM speaks on cooperation with diverse partners

"India also seeks to promote cooperation with diverse partners. From the era of non-alignment, we have now evolved to that of 'Vishwa Mitra - a friend to the world'. This is reflected in our ability & willingness to engage with a broad range of nations and where necessary harmonise interests. It is visible in the rapid growth of the QUAD; it is equally apparent in the expansion of the BRICS grouping or emergence of I2U2"

6:56 PM

Our fullest support to this UNGA's theme of rebuilding trust and reigniting global solidarity: EAM

"This is an occasion to take stock of our achievements and our challenges even while sharing our aspirations and goals. Indeed, in regards to both, there is much that India has to share," EAM added.

6:55 PM

From era of non-alignment, we have now evolved to that of Vishwa Mitra: Jaishankar at UNGA session

6:51 PM

On West agenda, Jaishankar says ‘days to fall in line are over’

Referring to the West, EAM Jaishankar raised the issue of few nations setting the agenda and other nations are made to follow it. "The days when a few nations set the agenda and expected others to fall in line are over," he said.

6:48 PM

Jaishankar discusses success of G20 Summit under India's leadership

EAM Dr S Jaishankar addresses the United Nations General Assembly in New York.He said, "At this juncture, it was with a sense of exceptional responsibility India took up the presidency of G20. Our vision of 'One Earth, One Family, One Future' sought to focus on the key concerns of the many just the narrow interests of the few."

 

6:47 PM

World is witnessing exceptional period of turmoil: External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar

Union foreign affairs minsiter S Jaishankar began his address by saying, "World is witnessing an exceptional period of turmoil."

 

"Namaste from Bharat!...Our fullest support to this UNGA's theme of rebuilding trust and reigniting global solidarity. This is an occasion to take stock of our achievements and challenges even while sharing our aspirations and goals. Indeed, in regard to both, there is much that India has to share."

6:04 PM

95 pc components used in rockets in India domestically sourced: Isro chief

About 95 per cent of components used in rockets in the country have been sourced from India, Isro Chairperson S Somanath said on Tuesday.
 

Speaking at the 82nd Foundation Day of CSIR, Somanath highlighted that Isros expertise spans the entire space domain, with all technical work, including rocket and satellite development and space applications, being carried out in-house.

He said approximately 95 per cent of the materials, devices and systems used in Indian Space Research Organisation's rockets are domestically sourced, with only 5 per cent coming from abroad, primarily high-end electronic components.

5:43 PM

Delhi dengue cases

Discussions on rising dengue cases were held in MCD House today. The House was officially informed that 3013 cases of dengue have been registered so far in 2023-24. In 2023-24, a total of 294 cases of malaria and 23 cases of chikungunya have been registered so far. One death reported in Delhi this year.

 

5:43 PM

FSSAI has introduced a new provision of ‘Special Category’ in the online FoSCoS portal

5:32 PM

East and Southern African diplomats in India

5:32 PM

UP government announces plans to build a lotus-shaped fountain near the Guptar Ghat in Ayodhya

5:31 PM

Met 85 world leaders in the past 30 days alone, says PM Modi

Prime Minister Modi addressed a vibrant gathering of youth at the G20 University Connect Finale held at Bharat Mandapam in Delhi, highlighting the positive transformations driven by India's youth power, known as "Yuva Shakti." He expressed his delight in joining the energetic youth during the event.

 

4:40 PM

Physics Wallah inaugurates offline coaching centre in Delhi

Edtech platform Physics Wallah (PW) inaugurated an offline ESE, GATE & SES coaching centre at Saket in the national capital, the company said on Tuesday. Physics Wallah aims to set up 18 new educational centres across 12 cities, with an investment of about Rs 120 crore, the company said in a release. "Launching our first ESE, GATE & SES centre in Delhi is a significant step towards our mission of empowering students through immersive learning experiences," Abhishek Mishra, CEO of Physics Wallah Online, said.

2:50 PM

Amit Shah arrives in Amritsar for Northern Zonal Council meeting

Union Home Minister Amit Shah who will preside over the 31st meeting of the Northern Zonal Council being held here arrived in the city on Tuesday, officials said.

Tight security arrangements have been made in Amritsar in the wake of the NZC meeting, said officials.

Punjab cabinet ministers Harpal Singh Cheema and Kuldeep Singh Dhaliwal received the Union home minister at the airport here.

The NZC which comprises Punjab, Haryana, Rajasthan and Himachal Pradesh and the Union Territories of Delhi, Jammu and Kashmir, Ladakh and Chandigarh.

2:46 PM

Tahawwur Rana stayed at Mumbai hotel days before 26/11 terror attacks: Mumbai police in chargesheet

In the supplementary chargesheet filed against Pakistani-origin Canadian businessman Tahawwur Rana in the 26/11 Mumbai terror attacks case, the city police have mentioned that he stayed for two days at a hotel in suburban Powai till November 21, 2008, days before the attacks, an official said.

The Mumbai police's crime branch on Monday submitted the over 400-page chargesheet, the fourth in the case so far, before a special court hearing the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act (UAPA) cases.

Rana, currently under detention in the United States, faces multiple charges for his role in the Mumbai attacks and is known to be associated with Pakistani-American terrorist David Coleman Headley, one of the main conspirators of the 26/11 strikes. The chargesheet mentions that Tahawwur Hussain Rana came to India on November 11, 2008 and stayed in the country till November 21. He spent two of these days at the Renaissance Hotel in Powai, a senior official of the Mumbai police's crime branch said on Tuesday.

2:44 PM

Rabi season: Govt aims 60% of wheat area under climate resilient varieties

Ahead of rabi sowing from next month, the Centre on Tuesday said it targets to bring 60 per cent of the total wheat area of 30 million hectare under the climate-resistant varieties amid strong El Nino conditions.

Despite the challenges of climate change, the Union Agriculture Ministry has kept a target of achieving a record wheat output of 114 million tonne in the 2023-24 rabi season against the actual output of 112.74 million tonne in the year-ago period.

Sowing of wheat, the main rabi (winter) crop, begins in October, while harvesting starts in March/April.

2:32 PM

Reports of TB medicine shortages misleading: Health ministry

The Ministry of Health and Family Welfare has issued a statement refuting recent media reports that suggest a shortage of anti-Tuberculosis (TB) drugs in India and question the efficacy of these drugs under the National TB Elimination Programme (NTEP).

The ministry has labelled these reports as vague and ill-informed, lacking specific information about the availability of anti-TB medicines in stock, read the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare press release.

Under the National TB Elimination Programme (NTEP), the treatment for drug-sensitive tuberculosis involves a regimen of four drugs available as 4 FDC (Isoniazid, Rifampicin, Ethambutol, and Pyrazinamide) for two months, followed by three drugs available as 3 FDC (Isoniazid, Rifampicin, and Ethambutol) for an additional two months.

2:26 PM

Medical negligence case: Another hospital in UP's Amethi loses licence

The licence of a private hospital here has been suspended for alleged negligence which led to the death of a pregnant woman, officials said here on Tuesday.

The action against the Janta Hospital comes day after the licence of the Sanjay Gandhi Hospital here was suspended following the death of a 22-year-old woman at the facility.

Officials said OPD services of the Janta Hospital have also been stopped since Monday evening.

2:02 PM

ED tells SC it will not summon Kavitha in Delhi excise case till Nov 20    

The Enforcement Directorate on Tuesday told the Supreme Court that the probe agency will not summon BRS leader K Kavitha in the Delhi excise policy case till the court hears her plea on November 20.

A bench of Justices Sanjay Kishan Kaul and Sudhanshu Dhulia told Additional Solicitor General SV Raju, appearing for the Enforcement Directorate, "Don't call her in the meantime."

Raju assured the bench that Kavitha will not be called for questioning till November 20.

1:54 PM

PM Modi pays homage to Dev Anand on 100th birth anniversary

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday paid homage to cinema legend Dev Anand and said his films not only entertained but also reflected the aspirations of India.

Dev Anand, the star of movies such as "Hum Dono", "Tere Ghar Ke Samne", "CID" and "Guide", would have been 100 on Tuesday. He died in 2011 at the age of 88.

"Dev Anand Ji is remembered as an evergreen icon. His flair for storytelling and passion for cinema were unmatched. His films not only entertained but also reflected the changing society and aspirations of India.

1:50 PM

Dreaming has become habit of Congress: Jyotiraditya Scindia on MP polls   

Civil Aviation Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia on Tuesday said dreaming has become a habit of the Congress and the people of Madhya Pradesh will decide in the next 60 days who is nervous in the elections.

The ruling Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) on Monday released its second list of 39 candidates for the Madhya Pradesh assembly polls due this year-end, fielding seven Lok Sabha members including Union ministers Narendra Singh Tomar, Prahlad Singh Patel and Faggan Singh Kulaste.

It also fielded BJP general secretary Kailash Vijayvargiya.

1:40 PM

Stalin extends birthday wishes to Manmohan Singh, hails his "legacy of progess"

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M K Stalin on Tuesday greeted former Prime Minister Manmohan Singh on his birthday, and said his humble approach provides valuable lessons for leadership in every era.

As PM, Singh's leadership during the global financial crisis and commitment to inclusive policies reshaped India's future, the DMK president said.

"His composed, intellectual, and humble approach serves as an example, providing valuable lessons for leadership in every era. His legacy of progress and stability endures. Here's to more inspiring years," the CM said in his birthday greetings to the senior Congress leader. Singh turned 91 on Tuesday.

1:40 PM

Lakhimpur Kheri violence case: Supreme Court allows Ashish Mishra to meet ailing mother with condition

The Supreme Court on Tuesday granted permission to Ashish Mishra to visit Delhi to take care of his ailing mother with condition not to interact with the media relating to the subjudice Lakhimpur Kheri violence case, among others.

A bench of justices Surya Kant and Dipankar Datta modified its earlier order granting interim bail to Ashish Mishra with conditions not to visit Delhi NCT.

On Tuesday, the top court lifted the stay on the condition that Ashish Mishra should not enter the Delhi NCT, however, directed him not to participate in any public function or address media in connection with the case. The court extends its interim bail till further order.

12:25 PM

Himachal CM meets Punjab counterpart Bhagwant Mann in Amritsar, discusses key developmental issues

Chief Minister Of Himachal Pradesh, Sukhwinder Singh Sukhu met Punjab CM Bhagwant Mann on Tuesday in Punjab's Amritsar.

Both the leaders held talks on key issues concerning the state of Punjab and Himachal Pradesh. The meeting also targeted the key developmental concerns of both states.

The meeting was attended by other leaders of both parties.

12:18 PM

People were welcoming Vande Bharat train at stations, not me: Union Minister V Muraleedharan

Union Minister V Muraleedharan on Tuesday rejected the Congress' allegations that the inaugural run of Kerala's second Vande Bharat Express had turned into his own political campaign, saying people were welcoming the train at the stations and not him.

The Union Minister of State for External Affairs was responding to the allegations by Congress MP K Muraleedharan, who on Monday had said the train was stopped at the stations for more than the mandated time to enable him to accept the greetings of the BJP workers and supporters who had turned up there.

The Congress MP had also said the executive coach of the train had turned into a BJP party office as many party supporters got passes, the same as those given to MPs, to board it.