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Piyush Goyal meets AIADMK chief Palaniswami, initiates seat sharing talks

Goyal, who was given a rousing reception by the party members at the airport here, discussed the current political situation and alliance during a meeting of the BJP core committee leaders

India links duty concessions on NZ apples, kiwifruit to agri action plans

New Zealand has agreed on focused action plans for kiwifruit, apples, and honey to improve productivity, quality, and sectoral capabilities in India

Cyber offences can invite ₹1 cr fine, 7 years' jail: UP govt tells Assembly

Replying to a query during the Question Hour, Khanna said immediate action is taken whenever objectionable, defamatory or criminal content is circulated on social media

Delhi HC rejects plea of Hizbul chief's sons against terror funding charges

While Salahuddin's son Shahid Yousuf was arrested in October 2017, his other son Syed Ahmad Shakeel was arrested by the NIA on August 30, 2018, from his Srinagar residence

Chaos at Bangladesh High Commission as VHP protesters clash with police

The VHP and Bajrang Dal have announced a demonstration at the high commission building to denounce alleged atrocities against Hindus and vandalism of their religious places in Bangladesh

Should keep politics aside and work: Robert Vadra on Delhi Air Pollution

The Air Quality Index (AQI) in Delhi was recorded in the 'hazardous' category on Tuesday morning, significantly impacting visibility and daily life

Chinese visa scam: Court frames charges against Karti Chidambaram, 6 others

In an order dated December 23, the court ordered the framing of charges against the seven accused for the alleged offence of criminal conspiracy

Reports of harassment of Hindu women in B'desh 'very disturbing': Mehbooba

Mufti said the leadership of the country is, however, in a moral dilemma as "lumpen elements" in India are "forcibly pulling off the hijab of Muslim women"

Central lab confirms avian flu outbreak in Kerala's Alappuzha, Kottayam

Animal Husbandry Minister J Chinchu Rani said test results from a central laboratory have confirmed the outbreak in both districts

National Farmers Day 2025: History, theme and significance of Kisan Diwas

India celebrates National Farmers Day to commemorate Chaudhary Charan Singh's enduring legacy as a champion of farmers' rights and rural welfare

Section 163 imposed in Assam's West Karbi Anglong after violent protests

Night curfew was also imposed in Karbi Anglong district with restrictions on the movement of any person or groups and private vehicles throughout the district from 5 pm to 6 am

Congress questions Modi govt's move to redefine Aravalli mountain range

Congress general secretary Jairam Ramesh said the recent "clarifications" on the ancient mountain range given by the Environment and Forest Minister raise more questions

Assam's West Karbi Anglong hit by violence amid eviction protests: Details

Violent protests in Assam's West Karbi Anglong over demands to remove alleged encroachers saw houses damaged, a BJP leader's ancestral home torched, and prohibitory orders imposed to curb unrest

CCI to launch three-month nationwide rally to promote consumer rights

The rally will cover all 28 states and eight Union Territories, travelling over 17,000 km by road and passing through 145 cities

Messi event chaos: Calcutta HC refuses to interfere in SIT investigation

Rejecting a prayer for interim relief on the matter, the court said that at this stage, it is not inclined to interfere and stay the investigation

Delhi Police register case against Air India Express pilot for assault

The case was registered on the basis of a complaint filed by passenger Ankit Dewan, who alleged that he was assaulted by the off-duty pilot at Terminal 1 of the airport on Friday during security check

UP CM urges public to help needy as state steps up action against cold wave

Across the state, he added, night shelters are being operated at full capacity while arrangements for quilts, blankets, drinking water, bonfires and heaters have been ensured at these shelters

Manipur Police recover arms and ammunition; arrest PLA extortionist

Security Forces conducted intelligence-based cordon and search operations in Imphal West District, arresting active RPF/PLA cadres

Smog blankets Delhi as AQI crosses 400; IGI Airport issues advisory

Emissions and cold conditions push Delhi AQI above 400 at 29 stations; IGI airport issued passenger advisory as flights face delay and disruption due to reduced visibility

Pollution linked to rise in breathlessness, chest infections: Ficci chief

Dr Harsh Mahajan said cases of chest pain, breathlessness, and allergies have risen significantly, though it is unclear whether the primary cause is air pollution or temperature