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8:29 PM

Centre's panel on Delhi NCR air quality revokes Grap-4 curbs amid dip in pollution levels

7:32 PM

Reliance Industries Q3 results: Consolidated profit at Rs 18,540 crore, revenue from operations at Rs 2.44 trn

7:24 PM

India welcomes Gaza ceasefire and hostage release deal

India on Wednesday welcomed the announcement on a Gaza ceasefire and hostage release deal between Israel and Hamas.

 

Israel and Hamas have agreed a deal which would halt the war in Gaza and see the release of Israeli hostages and Palestinian prisoners, the US and mediators Qatar have said.

 

The deal between Israel and Hamas came after months and it is expected to come into effect on Sunday if both sides fully approve it.

 

In its reaction, India hoped that the agreement would lead to a safe and sustained supply of humanitarian assistance to the people of Gaza.

 

"We welcome the announcement of the agreement for the release of hostages and a ceasefire in Gaza," the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) said.

 

"We hope this will lead to a safe and sustained supply of humanitarian assistance to the people of Gaza," it said in a statement.

 

The MEA added: "We have consistently called for release of all hostages, ceasefire, and return to a path of dialogue and diplomacy."

 

6:56 PM

Stuck Nasa astronaut Sunita Williams steps out on a spacewalk, reports AP.

6:22 PM

Pope Francis had a fall and injured his right arm: The Vatican's statement

6:22 PM

Infosys exec: Aiming for 20,000 plus fresher hiring for FY26

6:21 PM

Airtel Payments Bank enhances digital banking experience at Maha Kumbh Mela

As millions of devotees gather for the Maha Kumbh Mela, Airtel Payments Bank is playing a crucial role in providing a seamless and secure digital banking experience for both devotees and local merchants. With a focus on ease of access to financial services, the bank has set up 10 strategically located kiosks across the sprawling Mela grounds, offering essential banking services to address the challenges of cash handling.

5:50 PM

Havells India Q3FY25 results: Net profit reported at Rs 283 crore, revenue from ops at Rs 4,883 crore

5:34 PM

Cong files SC petition seeking intervention in cases challenging validity of Places of Worship Act

Congress files SC petition seeking intervention in cases challenging validity of Places of Worship (Special Provisions) Act, 1991.

5:16 PM

Saif Ali Khan's attacker seen on CCTV in building staircase

5:12 PM

LTIMindtree beats Q3 revenue rises 7.1% to Rs 9,661 crore, beats estimate

Indian software services provider LTIMindtree on Thursday reported third-quarter revenue above estimates, propelled by execution of large deals won in previous quarters. The company's consolidated revenue rose 7.1 per cent on-year to Rs 9,661 crore ($1.12 billion) in the three months ended December 31, compared to analysts' average expectations of Rs 9,625 crore as per data compiled by LSEG.

4:53 PM

New state BJP chief to be known by evening: Himanta

Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma claimed that the name of the new state BJP president will be known by Thursday evening. "Who will be the state (BJP) president will be known at 7 pm today. It will be someone who will not be contesting the Assembly elections," Sarma told reporters at Morigaon, when asked about the top party post in the state.

4:27 PM

Infosys Q3 net profit rises 11.4% to Rs 6,806 cr

Infosys, India's second-largest IT services provider, registered an 11.4 per cent rise in net profit to Rs 6,806 crore for the third quarter of FY25. The company revised its revenue growth forecast upwards to 4.5–5 per cent, from 3.75–4.5 per cent. Read here for more details.

4:17 PM

Infosys Q3 results update: Revenue guidance raised to 4.5-5%

4:11 PM

News update: Infosys beats Q3 revenue estimates, raises full-year forecast

3:46 PM

News update: Wrong to call Mumbai unsafe based on one incident, says Maha CM on Saif Ali Khan's stabbing

3:38 PM

Knife removed from Saif Ali Khan's spine, he's out of danger: Doctors

Bollywood actor Saif Ali Khan on Thursday underwent a surgery at a hospital in Mumbai to remove a knife from his spine after he was repeatedly stabbed by an intruder at his home, and is now "out of danger", doctors said. Khan, 54, was on the path of recovery following the emergency surgery, said doctors at the Lilavati Hospital where he was rushed following the incident that took place around 2.30 am at his house in 'Satguru Sharan' building.

3:23 PM

Government clears setting up of 8th Pay Commission for central govt employees

In a major decision, the government on Thursday decided to set up the 8th Pay Commission to revise salaries of central government employees and allowances of pensioners. The decision to set up the 8th Pay Commission was taken by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, I&B Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw said.

3:19 PM

Cabinet approves proposal to build third launchpad at Shriharikota

Third launchpad to cater to next generation launch vehicle (NGLV) designed to put heavy satellites in orbit, says Union minister Ashwini Vaishnaw.

3:12 PM

Saif Ali Khan attack: Those responsible will be held accountable, says Mamata

"It's very concerning to hear about the attack on noted actor Saif Ali Khan. I pray for his speedy recovery, trusting that the law will take its course and those responsible will be held accountable. My thoughts and prayers are with Sharmila Di, Kareena Kapoor, and the entire family during this difficult time," West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee posted on X.

2:53 PM

Saif Ali Khan's house help files police complaint against unidentified intruder for trespassing

Visuals of intruder at Saif Ali Khan's Bandra apartment building traced at 6th floor, star lives on 12th floor: 

1:59 PM

101 farmers to resume Delhi march from Shambhu border on Jan 21: Pandher

A group of 101 farmers will resume on January 21 their march to Delhi from the Shambhu border point to press the government to accept their demands, including a legal guarantee for minimum support price for crops, farmer leader Sarwan Singh Pandher said on Thursday. The "jatha" (group) of 101 farmers earlier made three attempts to head towards Delhi on foot on December 6, December 8 and December 14, last year at the Shambhu border. 

 

1:41 PM

Supreme Court slams ED over bail conditions for women in money laundering cases

The Supreme Court has strongly criticised the Enforcement Directorate for submitting that rigorous bail conditions in money laundering cases will apply to women despite a statutory exception explicitly provided under the law. A bench comprising Justices Abhay S Oka and Augustine George Masih, while hearing the bail plea of Shashi Bala, a government school teacher accused in a money laundering scam involving the Shine City Group of Companies, called the ED's submissions "contrary to statute" and emphasised that such arguments would not be tolerated."We will not tolerate conduct... to make submissions contrary to statute," the bench said and granted bail to Bala in the case, saying she had been in custody since November 2023 and there was little likelihood of her trial concluding anytime soon.

1:20 PM

NCLAT admits Meta, Whatsapp pleas against CCI's Rs 213.14-cr penalty over abuse of dominance

Appellate tribunal NCLAT on Thursday admitted the petitions filed by Meta Platforms and Whatsapp against an order passed by fair trade regulator CCI which imposed a penalty of Rs 213.14 crore for abuse of market dominance. After hearing the initial submission from Meta and CCI on the issue, a two-member bench of the National Company Law Appellate Tribunal (NCLAT) said the issue requires consideration.

12:27 PM

Startup India has empowered countless youngsters, says PM Modi

"Over the past nine years, this transformative program has empowered countless youngsters, turning their innovative ideas into successful Startups,"  Prime Minister Narendra Modi said on its ninth anniversary.  

12:06 PM

Saif Ali Khan attacked at home: Was the attacker hiding inside all along?

The attack on Bollywood actor Saif Ali Khan took place around 2:30 am but the CCTV footage shows no one entering the building after midnight, fuelling suspicions that the assailant was already inside, lying in wait. Read here for more updates.

12:02 PM

News update: 2 CRPF commandos injured in Chhattisgarh's Bijapur district

Police officials stated that two commandos of CRPF's CoBRA unit were injured after an IED planted by Naxalites exploded in Chhattisgarh's Bijapur district.

11:32 AM

Mumbai Crime Branch officers visit Saif Ali Khan’s residence

11:19 AM

Isro sucessfully docks satellites as part of SpaDeX Mission

Isro said it has successfully performed the docking of satellites as part of the Space Docking Experiment (SpaDeX) and the space agency also announced that post docking, control of two satellites as a single object was successful. "India docked its name in space history! Good Morning India ISRO's SpaDeX mission accomplishes historic docking success. Proud to witness this moment!", Isro said in a post on 'X'.

11:06 AM

Saif Ali Khan suffers wounds on neck, close to spine during house break-in

"He has six injuries, two of which are deeper. One of the injuries is closer to his spine," Dr Niraj Uttamani said. There is one injury on neck and this is also being evaluated, Uttamani added.