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9:57 PM

Israel kills senior Iranian official

An Israeli air strike outside the Syrian capital Damascus on Monday killed a senior adviser in Iran’s Revolutionary Guards, three security sources said. The sources told Reuters that the adviser, known by his nickname Sayyed Razi Mousavi, was responsible for coordinating the military alliance between Syria and Iran.

9:56 PM

Indian Navy deploys EOD team to investigate attack on MV Chem Pluto, enhances presence in Central Arabian sea

A Naval Explosive Ordnance Disposal (EOD) specialist team has embarked on the merchant ship MV Chem Pluto off the Mumbai port. The naval team is investigating and assessing the attack on the merchant vessel. Indian Navy has also strengthened its presence in the Central Arabian Sea area to keep a watch on any suspicious vessels or activities in the region: Defence Officials

9:56 PM

Major accident on Agra-Mumbai national highway: 6 vehicles, including cars and truck, catch fire in collision

Madhya Pradesh: A major accident occurred at Ganesh Ghat located on the Agra-Mumbai National Highway where six vehicles, including cars and one truck, caught fire after colliding with each other. Police and fire brigade on the spot. Efforts to douse the fire are underway.

8:44 PM

Indian embassy thanks France for resolution on Charter plane

Embassy of India in France tweeted, "Thank French Government and Vatry Airport for quick resolution of the situation enabling Indian passengers to return home & hospitality. Also for working closely with embassy team, present throughout at the site to ensure welfare and smooth & safe return..."

7:51 PM

20,674 killed, 54,536 injured in Israeli strikes on Gaza since oct.7

20,674 people have been killed and 54,536 injured in Israeli strikes on Gaza since Oct.7, Gaza health ministry said on Monday. The ministry added that 250 Palestinians were killed in the past 24 hours and 500 wounded.

7:50 PM

Gaza war will last long: Netanyahu

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said on Monday that the Gaza war was far from over and dismissed what he cast as false media speculation that his government might call a halt to fighting against the Palestinian enclave's Hamas Islamists."We are not stopping. We are continuing to fight, and we will be intensifying the fighting in the coming days, and the fighting will take long and it is not close to concluding," he told lawmakers from his Likud party, according to a statement.

7:50 PM

Karnataka cabinet sub-committee on Covid to meet tomorrow

Karnataka Health Minister Dinesh Gundu Rao on Monday said the state government's Cabinet sub-committee will meet on December 26 to discuss on the recommendations made by the Technical Advisory Committee (TAC) on further measures to be taken to manage Covid-19 situation in the state. He also indicated that there will be no imposition of any restrictions as of now, while stressing the need for people to remain cautious or take precautions."As we increase Covid tests, cases will increase. Our TAC has met yesterday and has held discussions, the cabinet sub-committee which is meeting tomorrow will look into their suggestions or recommendations and decide on what further measures need to be taken," Rao said.Speaking to reporters here, he said, other than urging people to be cautious and take precautions, there is no imposition of any restrictions for now.

6:47 PM

President Droupadi Murmupays tribute to Atal Bihari Vajpayee on his birth anniversary

6:47 PM

Massive fire in Mumbai factory under control now

6:44 PM

Institutions we are setting up will give new direction to India and entire world, says Modi

Prime Minister Modi today said the the institutions of national, international importance his govt is setting up "will give new direction to India and entire world in 21st century". While highlighting his govt's schemes, Modi said that the "principle of good governance our government follows has public service, not power, at its centre".PM Modi also released the first series of 11 volumes of collected works of Pandit Madan Mohan Malaviya.

4:48 PM

Prime Minister Narendra Modi pays tribute to Pandit Madan Mohan Malaviya on his birth anniversary

4:07 PM

Madhya Pradesh Cabinet News Live Updates: Narayan Singh Panwar and others sworn in as ministers

Madhya Pradesh Cabinet News Live Updates: BJP's Gautam Tetwal, Narayan Singh Panwar, Narendra Shivaji Patel sworn in as Madhya Pradesh Cabinet ministers. A total of 28 BJP leaders are taking oath in Bhopal.

3:43 PM

27 ministers take oath in Madhya Pradesh as Mohan Yadav expands his cabinet

27 ministers take oath in Madhya Pradesh as Mohan Yadav expands his cabinet, 11 from OBC category.

3:36 PM

J&K Poonch attack: Army chief Gen Manoj Pande reviews situation

Army chief Gen Manoj Pande reviewed the situation on the ground in Rajouri and was briefed by the senior Army brass there about the ongoing counter-terrorist operations and steps taken to further strengthen the security grid: Army officials

3:15 PM

'Christian community has been at forefront in serving poor and deprived,' says PM Modi

"Christmas is the day when we celebrate the birth of Jesus Christ. This is also a day to remember his life, message and values," said PM Modi

3:00 PM

KVS can't deny EWS admissions if certificate issued by another state, says HC

The Delhi High Court has ruled that the Central government, which oversees the Kendriya Vidyalaya Sangathan (KVS), is the rightful authority to notify the annual income threshold for determining whether a child qualifies as economically weaker section (EWS). The court emphasized that the KVS cannot reject admission to a student under the EWS category solely on the basis that the income certificate was procured from a state other than Delhi.

2:46 PM

HC refuses to direct Trai to furnish tapping info to mobile user under RTI

The Delhi High Court has overturned a decision that upheld the Central Information Commission's (CIC) directive to the Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI) to gather and provide information under RTI proceedings regarding the alleged phone tapping of a mobile user. In an appeal by TRAI against a single-judge bench order, a bench led by Justice Vibhu Bakhru stated that surveillance activities, conducted under government directives in the interest of the country's sovereignty, security, friendly relations with foreign states, public order, or prevention of incitement to an offense, are exempted under the Right to Information (RTI) Act.

2:42 PM

Four coaches of Ajmer-Sealdah Express derailed this morning at around 7.50

2:39 PM

All schemes of previous govt will continue, says Rajasthan CM Sharma

Rajasthan Chief Minister Bhajan Lal Sharma announced that none of the welfare schemes initiated by the preceding Congress government in the state would be terminated. He made this statement during an event organized by the BJP to commemorate Good Governance Day, observed on the birth anniversary of former Prime Minister Atal Bihari Vajpayee.

2:12 PM

Grounded plane with more than 300 passengers, mostly Indians, from France to land in Mumbai

A plane, which was grounded in France by authorities, operated by Romania's Legend Airlines and carrying over 300 passengers, mainly Indians, is anticipated to arrive at Mumbai airport on Monday afternoon. The aircraft was detained for suspected human trafficking and has now taken off from the airport at Vatry near Paris, where it was grounded for three days. The landing in Mumbai is expected around 2.20 pm.

 

 

1:38 PM

J&K Congress leaders to meet Kharge, discuss LS election preparations

Jammu and Kashmir Congress leaders plan to meet party leadership in the national capital on Tuesday to discuss preparations for the 2024 Lok Sabha polls, according to sources. Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge, along with other senior party leaders such as Rahul Gandhi and KC Venugopal, is expected to attend the meeting.

 

1:14 PM

Thousands of crore invested in Indore's vicinity during our govt: PM Modi

Prime Minister Narendra Modi stated on Monday that substantial investments have been made in the vicinity of Indore during the BJP's "double-engine" government, amounting to thousands of crores. Speaking via video link at a program in Madhya Pradesh's Indore to distribute dues worth Rs 224 crore to workers of the Hukumchand Mill, Modi highlighted that this decision would benefit over 4,800 laborers. The program, titled 'Mazdooron ka Hit, Mazdooron ko Samarpit,' focuses on the welfare of workers.

12:47 PM

Newsclick row: Portal's HR head Chakravarty moves court to turn approver

Amit Chakravarty, the head of NewsClick's human resources department, has approached a Delhi court seeking approval to become an approver in a case under the anti-terror law UAPA. The case revolves around allegations that the news portal received funds to disseminate pro-China propaganda. According to court sources, Chakravarty filed the application last week before Special Judge Hardeep Kaur. In the application, he seeks pardon, asserting that he possesses material information he is willing to disclose to the Delhi Police, the investigating authority in the case.

12:37 PM

Rajasthan CM makes surprise visit to Jaipur's Sawai Man Singh hospital

Rajasthan Chief Minister Bhajan Lal Sharma conducted an unanticipated visit to Jaipur's Sawai Man Singh Hospital (SMS) on Monday to evaluate healthcare services. During the surprise visit, he checked on patients' well-being and assessed hygiene and medical facilities in different wards. Although the Chief Minister observed satisfactory medical arrangements, the Superintendent of SMS was reportedly not present during the inspection.

12:29 PM

PM Modi hands out cheques worth Rs 224 cr to Hukumchand Mill workers virtually

12:25 PM

Two dead, 12 injured as minibus plunges into gorge in Jammu and Kashmir

In Jammu and Kashmir's Reasi district on Monday, a minibus carrying a wedding party skidded off the road and plunged into a gorge. Two individuals lost their lives, and 12 others sustained injuries in the incident. The bus was traveling from Balmatkote to Badar village when the accident occurred near Dhamini around 6 am, as reported by Chassana SHO Suman Singh.

12:22 PM

Kharge explains inability to meet VP Dhankhar as he's away from Delhi, via letter

In the midst of the escalating verbal clash between the Central government and the Opposition over a viral video allegedly showing suspended TMC MP Kalyan Banerjee mimicking Jagdeep Dhankhar, Congress National President Mallikarjun Kharge has written to the Rajya Sabha Chairman. In the letter, Kharge conveyed his unavailability for a meeting, citing his current absence from Delhi.

 

Acknowledging the House chairman's call for members to transcend their differences, Kharge expressed agreement with the need to move forward. He emphasized the importance of adhering to constitutional principles, parliamentary practices, and a steadfast belief in democracy, especially in the face of what he termed an authoritarian government seeking to undermine Parliament. While noting his current absence from Delhi, Kharge expressed his willingness to meet at the earliest convenience upon his return. The letter also extended best wishes for the year 2024 to the House chairman.

12:00 PM

Additional security deployed in J&K's Poonch amid search for terrorists

Additional security personnel have been deployed in the Poonch district following the ambush on two Army vehicles by heavily armed terrorists from across the border last week. The deployment is part of efforts to address the security situation and conduct an ongoing search operation in the forested terrain of Dera ki Gali, where the attack took place.

 

Officials have also confirmed the presence of additional forces in the Bafliaz area of Poonch district. The ambush, which occurred last Thursday, resulted in the tragic loss of four Army personnel, with three others sustaining injuries. The increased security measures are crucial in safeguarding the region and responding effectively to the threat posed by the attackers.

11:45 AM

Last year we set an unprecedented record of disposing 52000 cases: CJI

11:32 AM

New cabinet will work for betterment of the state: MP CM Yadav

In anticipation of the impending cabinet expansion in Madhya Pradesh, Chief Minister Mohan Yadav affirmed on Monday that the forthcoming cabinet would dedicate itself to the state's progress, guided by Prime Minister Narendra Modi and other senior leaders of the BJP.

 

The swearing-in ceremony for the new cabinet ministers is scheduled for 3:30 pm on Monday, and Governor Mangubhai Patel will administer the oath, as communicated by Yadav to the press outside the Raj Bhawan. The Chief Minister visited the Raj Bhawan to confer with the governor ahead of the oath-taking event.