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3:30 PM

Death penalty of 8 Indian sailors in Qatar reduced to jail term, reports NDTV citing sources

3:01 PM

M&M receives Rs 56 lakh tax penalty, company to challenge

Mahindra & Mahindra Ltd reported a penalty of over Rs 56 lakh for incorrectly carrying forward input service distributor credit from the pre-GST era to the GST regime related to its two-wheeler business. The penalty, imposed by the office of the Assistant Commissioner, Division-IV, CGST & Central Excise, Ahmedabad South, amounts to Rs 56,04,246. This penalty concerns Mahindra Two Wheelers Ltd (MTWL)'s two-wheeler business, which was demerged from MTWL and subsequently merged with M&M, as disclosed in a regulatory filing. sdgsg

2:52 PM

30 cos taking advantage of PLI scheme to make millet-based products: Govt

Approximately 30 companies, including 22 Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs), are leveraging the Production-Linked Incentive (PLI) scheme to manufacture millet-based products, as reported by the Ministry of Food Processing Industries. The specific initiative, known as the Production-Linked Incentive for Millet-Based Products (PLISMB), was created from the savings of the primary PLI Scheme for the Food Processing Industries (PLIFPI) with the aim of promoting the utilization of millets in Ready to Cook/Ready to Eat (RTC/RTE) products.

2:38 PM

Cong will never move from its ideology: Kharge ahead of mega 'Hum Taiyar Hain' rally

The Congress party has initiated preparations for the 2024 Lok Sabha election with the 'Hain Taiyar Hum' rally in Nagpur on the 139th foundation day of Congress after making organizational changes. Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge conveyed that the party's message to the people is a commitment to its core ideologies.

1:58 PM

Parl security case: Police takes accused to India Gate, Sadar Bazar

The Delhi Police Special Cell accompanied the individuals accused of breaching Parliament security to the locations where they assembled and the shop where they purchased flags ahead of the security breach on December 13, as per police sources. Sagar Sharma and Manoranjan D, who entered the parliament, were reportedly taken to Sadar Bazar, where they bought Indian flags, and India Gate, where they gathered before entering Parliament.

1:43 PM

Bata India receives Rs 60 crore sales tax notice from state authorities

Bata India, the leading footwear company, has been served a notice by the State Tax Officer, Anna Salai Assessment Circle, Chennai, demanding Rs 60.56 crore. The notice, dated December 27, 2023, is based on various concerns raised in a final audit report dated December 25, relating to the financial year 2018-19, as per the company's filing to the stock exchanges on Thursday.

1:31 PM

Veteran actor Sharmila Tagore reveals she battled cancer

Veteran actor Sharmila Tagore disclosed that she was dealing with cancer at the time when filmmaker Karan Johar approached her for a significant role in his movie "Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahaani." The revelation came during an episode of Johar's celebrity chat show "Koffee with Karan," where Sharmila Tagore and her son, actor Saif Ali Khan, made an appearance.

1:04 PM

Pakistan elections 2024: PKR17 bn allocated for security purpose by caretaker govt

The Election Commission of Pakistan (ECP) has earmarked PKR 17 billion for security measures related to the upcoming general election in 2024. In a meeting, security plans for the elections scheduled for February 8, 2024, were discussed.

12:37 PM

CM Adityanath to visit Ayodhya Ram temple site: Officials

In Ayodhya, Uttar Pradesh, large posters featuring visuals of the upcoming Ram temple, the new airport, and a message praising Ayodhya as a city of "Maryada, Dharm, and Sanskriti" have been displayed. Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to inaugurate the new airport and the revamped railway station on December 30, with plans for a roadshow from the airport to the station.

12:11 PM

We have increased number of tests, says Delhi govt on 1st case of JN.1

12:08 PM

Large posters depicting Ram temple, airport come up in Ayodhya

In Ayodhya, Uttar Pradesh, large posters featuring visuals of the upcoming Ram temple, the new airport, and a message praising Ayodhya as a city of "Maryada, Dharm, and Sanskriti" have been displayed. Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to inaugurate the new airport and the revamped railway station on December 30, with plans for a roadshow from the airport to the station.

11:41 AM

India records six Covid-19 deaths, 692 new cases in 24 hours

India registered 692 new cases of COVID-19 in the past 24 hours, bringing the total active caseload to 4,097, with an increase of four cases, as reported by the Union Health Ministry. The country reported six deaths in the last 24 hours, including two in Maharashtra and one each in Delhi, Karnataka, Kerala, and West Bengal.

11:14 AM

Stalin condoles death of DMDK chief Vijayakanth

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin expressed condolences on Thursday for the death of DMDK chief and actor Vijayakanth. Describing it as a tragedy for Tamil Nadu and the film industry, CM Stalin conveyed shock and pain upon hearing the news of the DMDK chief's demise.

11:01 AM

IDF uncovers Hamas' tunnels inside, around multiple hospitals within Gaza

The Israel Defence Forces located and destroyed three terror tunnel shafts belonging to the Hamas terror organization near the Rantisi Hospital and in the nearby High School on Wednesday. The tunnel shafts used by Hamas fighters are dozens of meters deep and are linked by an underground network running beneath the hospital and into Gaza City.

10:50 AM

Govt plans to sell FCI rice under Bharat brand, price not yet decided

To curb rising rice prices, the government is contemplating selling Food Corporation of India (FCI) rice under the 'Bharat' brand. However, the discounted rate for this initiative has not been finalized yet, as per a food ministry official. The ministry's attempts to control retail rice prices by increasing domestic availability through the sale of FCI rice via e-auction under the Open Market Sale Scheme (OMSS) have seen limited success.

10:35 AM

Centre's rejection of Delhi govt's Republic-Day tableau political move, says AAP

Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) has accused the BJP-led Central government of blocking the Delhi government's plans to showcase its health and education models at the Republic Day parade by rejecting its tableau. Priyanka Kakkar, the chief national spokesperson of the AAP, stated in a press conference that no reason was provided for the exclusion.

10:15 AM

Senior Cong leaders arrive at AICC HQ in Delhi on party's 139th Foundation Day celebration event

10:12 AM

134 flights delayed, 22 trains running late as dense fog engulfs Delhi

9:49 AM

Protesting wrestlers doing politics, are past their prime: Sanjay Singh

Newly-elected WFI president Sanjay Singh has accused Bajrang Punia and other protesting wrestlers of engaging in politics, stating that they are past their prime as players. Following the suspension of the Wrestling Federation of India (WFI) and its office-bearers by the Union Sports Ministry, the Indian Olympic Association (IOA) has established a three-member committee to oversee the day-to-day affairs of the WFI.

9:38 AM

134 flights delayed, 22 trains running late as dense fog grips the national capital

Delhi experienced a dense layer of fog as a cold wave took hold of the city, resulting in delays for trains and flights on Thursday. Passengers at the Indira Gandhi International Airport were observed queuing up at the gates amid the intense fog.

9:31 AM

Eyeing Lok Sabha elections, Amit Shah to attend BJP meeting in Telangana

Union Home Minister Amit Shah is scheduled to attend a BJP state-level meeting on Thursday, where he will outline a roadmap for the party's Telangana unit leaders and cadre in preparation for the upcoming general elections. This marks Shah's initial visit to the state following the recently concluded Assembly polls, which yielded "disappointing" outcomes for the saffron party, despite an improvement in votes and seats.

9:16 AM

Odisha's Nandankanan zoo to welcome cheetahs, lions, birds from Dubai

Nandankanan Zoological Park (NZP) in Bhubaneswar is scheduled to welcome a pair of cheetahs, six lions, chimpanzees, lemurs, and various other animals and birds from Dubai next month, as stated by Susanta Nanda, the principal chief conservator of forests (wildlife), in a press conference on Wednesday. The introduction of these animals is part of an animal exchange program.

9:05 AM

DMDK leader Vijayakanth tests positive for Covid, put on ventilator support

DMDK founder-leader and actor Vijayakanth has tested positive for Covid-19, according to information provided by the party on Thursday. Following complaints of breathing difficulties, he has been admitted to a hospital and placed on ventilator support. Previously, in November, Vijayakanth had been hospitalized at MIOT Hospital in Chennai due to a deterioration in his health.

8:50 AM

Nearly 100,000 tourists expected in Shimla for New Year, says Police

Approximately 150,000 tourists visited Shimla during Christmas, and an estimated 80,000 to 100,000 tourists are anticipated for New Year celebrations, as mentioned by a senior police officer. Shimla Superintendent of Police, Sanjeev Kumar Gandhi, stated that similar to the Christmas and winter carnivals, arrangements will be made for December 31st. The city witnessed a significant influx of visitors during Christmas, and authorities expect around 250,000 vehicles and a large crowd for the year-end celebrations.

8:48 AM

Complaint against Ranbir Kapoor for allegedly hurting religious sentiments

A complaint has been lodged against Bollywood actor Ranbir Kapoor at the Ghatkopar Police Station for allegedly offending religious sentiments in a viral video during Christmas celebrations. The complaint, filed by advocates Ashish Rai and Pankaj Mishra from the Bombay High Court, calls for the registration of a case under sections 295A, 298, 500, and 34 of the Indian Penal Code (IPC).

8:46 AM

Congress to kickstart LS polls campaign with 'Hain Tayyar Hum' rally

The Congress is launching its campaign for the upcoming Lok Sabha elections with the 'Hain Tayyar Hum' mega rally in Nagpur on Thursday, marking the party's 139th foundation day. Maharashtra Congress chief Nana Patole stated that it would be a historic moment, emphasizing the party's aim to convey a message of change to challenge the BJP at the national level during a press conference at the event venue.