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Jharkhand election results: NDA-INDIA locked in a neck-and-neck battle

The vote counting for Jharkhand state elections began on November 23, with the NDA leading on 35 seats, while INDIA closely followed behind with lead on 30 seats

Maharashtra poll results: Tracing five years of political twists and turns

Maharashtra elections results 2024: With the past five years witnessing two alliances and a split, Maharashtra's political landscape has been nothing short of a roller coaster ride

SC reviews validity of 'socialist', 'secular' in Preamble, ruling on Nov 25

The 42nd Amendment of the Indian constitution has been subjected to judicial review. The Supreme Court noted that Parliament's actions during the Emergency could not be dismissed entirely as invalid

Karnataka risks Rs 18,948 crore grants as local body polls face delays

The state faces a 16-month deadline to complete these polls to remain eligible for its share of Rs 18,948 crore allocated by the 15th Finance Commission for 2021-26

How Indian students in the US are tackling financial woes with babysitting

With part-time job opportunities dwindling in the current US economic climate, many Indian students are looking for financial support through childcare jobs

Maharashtra election results 2024: Key political dynasties to watch closely

Maharashtra went to polls on November 20 to elect representatives for its 288 seats, with spotlights on sons, daughters, nephews, and cousins of some prominent political dynasties vying for power

Jaguar unveils new logo ahead of electric car launch, Musk takes a jibe

The company has also updated its iconic leaping cat emblem, known as the 'leaper'. Jaguar referred to it as the brand's 'precious mark of provenance'

UPL sells 8.93% Advanta stake for Rs 2,100 cr, unveils Rs 3,378 cr issue

Alpha Wave will acquire a 12.44 per cent stake in Advanta, comprising 8.93 per cent purchased from UPL and 3.51 per cent from newly issued equity shares

Nokia wins multi-billion extension deal with Airtel to boost 4G, 5G network

The agreement is expected to enhance Airtel's 5G capacity while supporting its network transformation efforts and modernise its 4G network

Can lawyers boycott cases over ethical reasons? What does the law say?

The MP High Court Bar Association has passed a resolution to not represent farmers accused of stubble burning, citing environmental and public health reasons. What does the law say about legal aid?

Adani plans $2 bn convention centre in Mumbai to rival Ambani's Jio Centre

The Mumbai Metropolitan Region Development Authority has reportedly approved Adani's international convention centre design, set to be Mumbai's largest

How China won its deadly smog battle. Is it possible for India too?

Over the years, Beijing's air quality improved significantly, dropping by 42.3 per cent between 2013 and 2021, a reduction attributed to stringent policies and enforcement

What's behind the renewed violence in Manipur? Here's all you need to know

A resolution calling for a "mass operation" against Kuki militants and escalating violence are deepening Manipur's crisis

Musk's SpaceX launches Isro's GSAT-20 satellite, marks first collaboration

Isro doesn't have operational launch vehicles to handle the GSAT-N2's 4,700 kg payload, leading to the first-ever collaboration with SpaceX

Assembly elections: Seizures in Maharashtra, Jharkhand cross Rs 850 crore

Maharashtra reported poll-related seizures worth over Rs 660 cr this year, up from Rs 103.6 crore in the previous elections, while in Jharkhand, it totaled Rs 198 crore, against Rs 18.8 cr previously

Delhi's toxic air: AQI hits 500, schools, colleges shift to online classes

According to the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB), AQI levels in several locations, including Anand Vihar, Jahangirpuri, and Bawana, reached the 500-mark early Tuesday morning

Smog disrupts supply chains, output for 3.4 million MSMEs in north India

Air pollution: Industry bodies say prolonged smog exposure is affecting workers' health, leading to reduced productivity and extended production delays

Indian Railways plans 23 new container terminals to enhance cargo movement

The container terminals will be spread across various states, including five in Maharashtra, four in Tamil Nadu, three in Rajasthan, and two each in Delhi and Haryana

Saudi Arabia executes three Indians among record 101 foreigners in 2024

This year's executions include 21 from Pakistan, 20 from Yemen, and 14 from Syria, while three each from Sudan, India and Afghanistan, and one each from Sri Lanka, Eritrea and the Philippines

Delhi pollution: Blame thermal plants, not just farmers for toxic air

A research by the Centre for Research on Energy and Clean Air reveals that thermal power plants in the national capital region release 16 times more air pollutants than stubble burning