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10:42 PM

We understand actions taken in self defence, says govt on Iran strikes in Pak

On Iran's airstrikes in Pakistan, India says, "we understand actions taken in self defense"

9:31 PM

Rupee slipped 2 paise to settle at 83.14 against the US dollar amid massive selling in domestic equity markets

The rupee slipped 2 paise to settle at 83.14 against the US dollar on Wednesday amid massive selling in domestic equity markets and a strong greenback overseas.However, a sharp fall in crude oil prices in the international markets supported the local currency and capped the losses, forex dealers said.At the interbank foreign exchange, the domestic currency opened at 83.13 and traded in the range of 83.07 to 83.17 against the dollar.The unit finally settled at 83.14 against the greenback, down 2 paise from its previous close.

 

8:13 PM

Second commando dies in violence in Manipur's Moreh, on Myanmar border

A second Manipur Police commando has died amid renewed violence in Moreh, a small but significant trading town located a few hundred metres from the Myanmar border. Two other commandos, both critically injured, have been airlifted to state capital Imphal for treatment.
 

The commando who died late Wednesday was Takhellambam Saileshwore, sources told news agency PTI, while the first was named by Manipur Police as 32-year-old Wangkhem Somorjit Meetei.

 

The commandos came under heavy fire this morning, with attackers also using RPGs, or rocket-propelled grenades, sources said. The commandos returned effective fire but the presence of protesters made the situation volatile even as the attackers continued firing, sources added.

6:29 PM

PLI schemes witness exports surpassing Rs 3.20 trillion

PLI Schemes witnessed over Rs. 1.03 trillion of investment till November 2023, which has led to production/ sales of Rs. 8.61 trillion and employment generation (direct & indirect) of over 678,000. PLI Schemes have witnessed exports surpassing Rs. 3.20 trillion, with significant contributions from sectors such as Large-Scale Electronics Manufacturing, Pharmaceuticals, Food Processing, and Telecom & Networking products.

5:21 PM

Delhi LG VK Saxena orders action on alleged misconduct in allotment of tentage work

Delhi Lieutenant Governor VK Saxena has asks Delhi Chief Secretary to take strict action against three officials of the Revenue Department of Delhi government for alleged  misconduct in allotment of tentage work worth Rs 23.40 crore for 'Kanwar Camps' in Delhi in 2022.

5:14 PM

Pakistan expels Iran ambassador after air strikes on Jaish al Adl bases, recalls envoy from Tehran

Hours after expelling Iran's representative from its territory, Pakistan has recalled its top envoy from the country,  amid rising hostilities over Iranian air strikes on  
the bases of Balochi militant group Jaish al Adl, according to media reports. Jaish al Adl had previously mounted attacks on Iranian security forces in the border areas with Pakistan. Iranian state media reported that the bases were destroyed by missiles and drones without providing further details.

4:53 PM

Supreme Court reserves order on bail plea of AAP leader Satyendar Jain

The top court today reserved its verdict on the regular bail plea of Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) leader Satyendar Jain in a money laundering case. Earlier, the SC had extended the interim bail granted to Jain till January 8 based on medical grounds.

4:46 PM

Attack on ED officials: Calcutta HC orders formation of CBI-Bengal Police joint special investigation team

 

The Calcutta High court has ordered the formation of a Central Bureau of Investigation-Bengal Police joint special investigation team to investigate the attack on the Enforcement Directorate officials at Sandeshkhali.

4:31 PM

UGC NET Result December 2023 Live News: NTA NET December results expected today

 

National Testing Agency (NTA) is scheduled to declare the UGC NET Result 2023 for the December session on January 17, 2024. Aspirants can check the results of UGC NET on the official websites nta.ac.in and ugcnet.nta.ac.in.

4:17 PM

PM Modi did nothing for 9 yrs to find out solution for Naga political issue: Rahul Gandhi

Congress leader Rahul Gandhi criticized Prime Minister Narendra Modi, alleging that he has taken no action to resolve the Naga political issue in the nine years following the signing of the Framework Agreement in 2015. Speaking at a public rally in Nagaland's Mokokchung town as part of the Bharat Jodo Nyay Yatra led by him, Gandhi emphasized the importance of gaining the trust of the Naga people and engaging in discussions with them for a viable solution to the problem.

4:09 PM

Isro develops second-generation distress alert transmitter for fishermen

Isro has successfully developed a second-generation 'Distress Alert Transmitter' (DAT), featuring advanced satellite communication and navigation functionalities. This technology enables fishermen at sea to send emergency messages from their fishing boats, receiving real-time acknowledgments. The operational use of DAT dates back to 2010, and currently, over 20,000 units are in active use, as reported by the space agency.

3:51 PM

India an extraordinary success story, says US Secretary of State Blinken

US Secretary of State Antony Blinken praised India as an "extraordinary success story" and commended Prime Minister Narendra Modi's policies and programs for their significant benefits to the Indian people. Blinken emphasized the strong relationship between US President Joe Biden and Prime Minister Modi, stating that their conversations encompass various aspects, including US-India relations, during the World Economic Forum Annual Meeting 2024.

3:17 PM

Matter will be resolved in line with constitutional values: CPR after cancelation of FCRA registration

"Centre for Policy Research (CPR) firmly reiterates that it is in complete compliance with the law, and has been cooperating fully and exhaustively at every step of the process. We remain steadfast in our belief that this matter will be resolved in line with constitutional values and guarantees."

 

                                                                                                                                                                                                               -Yamini Aiyar, president, CPR

2:49 PM

Shiv Sena MLA disqualification case: Supreme Court defers Uddhav Thackery faction's petition to Jan 22

 

The top court deferred the hearing on the petition filed by Uddhav Thackeray faction of Shiv Sena against the Maharashta Assembly speaker’s decision to January 22. 

2:25 PM

Compromise with runway conditions 'directly jeopardises' passenger safety: Minister Scindia

 

 

"Runway maintenance work is a critical safety element for aviation operations, and any compromise with runway conditions directly jeopardizes passenger safety. As a result, the maintenance was taken on top priority to be completed by 15th December before the onset of the fog season. However, due to pollution incidents and enforcement of GRAP-IV in Delhi, the recarpeting got delayed, resulting in a delay of one month in its commissioning. The revamped RWY is getting operational this week."

                                                                                                                                                                -   Civil Aviation Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia 

2:20 PM

Delhi airport chaos: CAT III-compliant revamped fourth runway will be operational this week, says Scindia

Recarpeting of new runaway got delayed but will be operational this week, Aviation MinisterJyotiraditya Scindia said on Wednesday amid a massive logjam of flight delays and cancellations at the Delhi airport. 

 

Crane operation will be allowed only on non-fog days, Scindia said adding that RWY 11R/29L is operational as CAT III as of yesterday.

2:11 PM

Davos 2024: Karnataka signs pacts worth Rs 22,000 cr with 7 companies at WEF meet

1:56 PM

Bharat Jodo Nyay Yatra update: Northeast as important as any other region, says Rahul Gandhi

 

 “We wanted to send a message that Northeast is as important as any other region in India. It doesn’t matter if the population is less, but the importance has to be the same.”

                                                                - Congress leader Rahul Gandhi at Mokokchung, Nagaland   

1:12 PM

Fortunate to offer prayers at Shree Ramaswamy temple before pran pratishtha ceremony: PM Modi

 

 "Today, I got the opportunity to offer prayers at Guruvayur Temple in the morning. A few days ago while inaugurating the Maharishi Valmiki International Airport in Ayodhya on 30th December, I was talking about four temples related to Ramayana in Kerala...I am fortunate to offer prayers at Thriprayar Shree Ramaswamy Temple just before the pran pratishtha ceremony in Ayodhya."

 

                                                                                                                                                                                     -Prime Minister Narendra Modi in Kerala

 

1:08 PM

Murray Auchincloss appointed as permanent CEO by energy giant BP

1:02 PM

PM Modi in Kerala: I cherish this warmth, says PM Modi amidst grand welcome in Kerala's Guruvayur

"I cherish this warmth," PM Modi said today as people in large numbers gathered to welcome him in Kerala's Guruvayur

1:00 PM

Violence in the Northeast: Indian Reserve Battalion jawan killed in Manipur’s Moreh town

 An Indian Reserve Battalion (IRB) jawan was killed in Manipur's Moreh early on Wednesday, The Indian Express (IE) reported today.

 

The Manipur Home Department Commissioner asked the Union home ministry  for helicopters for medical emergencies and to airlift troops and weaponry to the area, the report by IE further said.

12:40 PM

Enforcement Directorate questions former Haryana Chief Minister Bhupinder Singh Hooda

 

The probe agency is questioning former Haryana CM Bhupinder Singh Hooda in connection with a money laundering case.

12:07 PM

Tata Punch EV launch LIVE update: Tata prices new electric SUV at Rs 10.99 lakh

11:54 AM

Davos forum 2024: Adani Group firms sign pacts worth over Rs 12,000 cr with Telangana govt

 

 

Adani Group companies today said that they had signed four memorandums of understanding totaling more than Rs 12,000 crore with Telangana at the World Economic Forum meet at Davos.

11:51 AM

Tata Punch EV launch update: Tata to launch India's smallest electric SUV today

 

Tata Motors is set to reveal the prices of the Punch EV today at a launch event. Bookings for the Tata Punch EV are already underway. 

11:35 AM

Home Ministry cancels FCRA registration of think-tank Centre for Policy Research

 

Ministry of Home Affairs has cancelled the FCRA registration of Centre for Policy Research (CPR), a reputed think-tank in in New Delhi. The FCRA has been cancelled through an order received on January 10, CPR's President Yamini Aiyar, told news agency ANI.

11:30 AM

TMC leader Mahua Moitra gets fresh notice to vacate her Government allotted accommodation

Trinamool Congress' Mahua Moitra has been asked by The Directorate of Estates to vacate the bungalow immediately, which had been allotted to her as an MP. 

Moitra was expelled from the Lok Sabha last month for breach of ethics. 

 

10:51 AM

PM Modi pays tribute to 10th Sikh guru Guru Gobind Singh

PM Modi today paid homage to the 10th Sikh guru Gobind Singh on his birth anniversary. "I pay homage to Sri Guru Gobind Singh Ji on his Parkash Utsav and recall his courage as well as compassion. His life remains a source of strength for several people." wrote PM Modi on social media platform X.

10:23 AM

Aviation Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia inaugurates Ayodhya-Bengaluru Air India Express flight

 

The civil aviation minister unvieiled the Ayodhya-Bengaluru Air India Express flight today.