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Parl panel flags delays, seeks clearances for critical mineral projects

The panel also stressed that critical mineral projects should be given priority in necessary statutory clearances

Parl panel flags delays, seeks clearances for critical mineral projects
Updated On : 18 Dec 2025 | 1:51 PM IST

Parliament Winter Session LIVE: Lok Sabha adjourned after passing VB-G RAM G Bill to replace MGNREGA

Parliament Winter Session LIVE updates: Follow all the latest updates from Parliament as government and opposition debate key issues

Parliament Winter Session LIVE: Lok Sabha adjourned after passing VB-G RAM G Bill to replace MGNREGA
Updated On : 18 Dec 2025 | 1:49 PM IST

Lok Sabha passes VB-G RAM G Bill to replace MGNREGA amid Oppn protests

Rural Development Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan responded to the eight-hour discussion on The Viksit Bharat Guarantee for Rozgar and Ajeevika Mission (Gramin) (VB-G RAM G) Bill

Lok Sabha passes VB-G RAM G Bill to replace MGNREGA amid Oppn protests
Updated On : 18 Dec 2025 | 1:38 PM IST

Govt may consider raising overseas scholarships for ST students: Minister

The National Overseas Scholarship for Schedule Tribes (ST) students is implemented through the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA)

Govt may consider raising overseas scholarships for ST students: Minister
Updated On : 18 Dec 2025 | 1:20 PM IST

Securities Market Code Bill introduced in LS, govt seeks panel review

Finance minister said since the government is referring it to the standing committee, such details can be discussed by the panel

Securities Market Code Bill introduced in LS, govt seeks panel review
Updated On : 18 Dec 2025 | 1:18 PM IST

Over 27 flights cancelled, many more delayed at Delhi Airport due to fog

In a passenger advisory Thursday morning, DIAL said due to dense fog, "flight operations are currently under CAT-III conditions, which may lead to delays or disruptions

Over 27 flights cancelled, many more delayed at Delhi Airport due to fog
Updated On : 18 Dec 2025 | 1:16 PM IST

In last 11 years, India has changed its economic DNA, says PM Modi

PM Modi expressed confidence in the Summit and said that it would give a new direction and speed to the India-Oman partnership and help it soar greater heights

In last 11 years, India has changed its economic DNA, says PM Modi
Updated On : 18 Dec 2025 | 1:08 PM IST

Govt revived many pre-independence airstrips into airports: Rammohan Naidu

Naidu also said that the scheme, which aims to democratise aviation by making flying accessible and affordable for all, has already been extended by 10 more years

Govt revived many pre-independence airstrips into airports: Rammohan Naidu
Updated On : 18 Dec 2025 | 1:06 PM IST

Stray dogs case: Supreme Court to take up matter again on January 7

Sibal urged the bench to hear the matter on Friday saying the authorities don't even have dog shelters

Stray dogs case: Supreme Court to take up matter again on January 7
Updated On : 18 Dec 2025 | 12:48 PM IST

Queues thin out at Delhi fuel stations as 'No PUC, No Fuel' rule kicks in

At several fuel stations, vehicles were seen queued up as pollution certificates were checked, while some motorists without documents were turned away

Queues thin out at Delhi fuel stations as 'No PUC, No Fuel' rule kicks in
Updated On : 18 Dec 2025 | 12:28 PM IST

Bengaluru apartment under probe for running parallel justice system

Bengaluru police have registered an FIR against an RWA accused of imposing fines for criminal offences, conducting unauthorised inquiries and suppressing complaints instead of informing cops

Bengaluru apartment under probe for running parallel justice system
Updated On : 18 Dec 2025 | 12:17 PM IST

Maharashtra FDA cancels 13 licences, suspends 32 medical stores in Nanded

In some cases, the FDA said, the medical stores have secured stay orders at the government level, and proceedings against them are currently pending before higher authorities

Maharashtra FDA cancels 13 licences, suspends 32 medical stores in Nanded
Updated On : 18 Dec 2025 | 10:34 AM IST

Three Naxalites killed in encounter with forces in Chhattisgarh's Sukma

With the latest action, 284 Naxalites have been killed in encounters in Chhattisgarh so far this year

Three Naxalites killed in encounter with forces in Chhattisgarh's Sukma
Updated On : 18 Dec 2025 | 10:19 AM IST

Dense fog, cold wave alert in 7 states; Delhi airport issues advisory

Dense fog and cold wave disrupt road and air travel in Delhi-NCR and northern India, with IMD issuing fog alerts for five states and cold wave warnings for Madhya Pradesh and Uttarakhand

Dense fog, cold wave alert in 7 states; Delhi airport issues advisory
Updated On : 18 Dec 2025 | 9:48 AM IST

Delhi air remains 'very poor' as non-BS VI private vehicles barred

GRAP Stage IV measures remain in force across Delhi-NCR as authorities bar non-BS VI private vehicles, enforce 'No PUC, No Fuel', tighten construction curbs and advise at least 50% work-from-home

Delhi air remains 'very poor' as non-BS VI private vehicles barred
Updated On : 18 Dec 2025 | 9:25 AM IST

Stalin seeks solution to US tariff issue, warns of layoffs in textiles

Stalin said the impact is spreading across districts, with exporters in Tiruppur, Coimbatore, Erode and Karur facing a combined daily revenue loss of ₹60 crore

Stalin seeks solution to US tariff issue, warns of layoffs in textiles
Updated On : 18 Dec 2025 | 9:15 AM IST

'No PUC, No Fuel' rule to be implemented in Delhi today amid worsening AQI

Delhi government's series of strict measures to deal with the air pollution crisis comes into effect today, as the city continues to grapple with severe air quality

'No PUC, No Fuel' rule to be implemented in Delhi today amid worsening AQI
Updated On : 18 Dec 2025 | 9:13 AM IST

Indian Railways electrifies 99.2% of broad gauge network, tops global peers

This achievement is expected to significantly reduce India's carbon footprint, as rail transport emits 89 per cent less CO2 than road transport

Indian Railways electrifies 99.2% of broad gauge network, tops global peers
Updated On : 18 Dec 2025 | 6:58 AM IST

PNB scam: Belgium's top court rejects Choksi's appeal against extradition

As long as the person can fully argue his case on appeal, there is no legal violation, even if the first-instance procedure was imperfect, the apex court in Belgium said

PNB scam: Belgium's top court rejects Choksi's appeal against extradition
Updated On : 18 Dec 2025 | 6:49 AM IST

No exemption to Muslim Waqf institutions from paying court fees: Gujarat HC

The high court said there is no blanket exemption from payment of court fees in respect of every application filed under section 83 of the Waqf Act, 1995, in Gujarat

No exemption to Muslim Waqf institutions from paying court fees: Gujarat HC
Updated On : 18 Dec 2025 | 6:39 AM IST