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Kejriwal's arrest, excise policy cases dominated Delhi courts in 2024

Kejriwal, the first-ever sitting CM to be arrested in the country, was named as an accused in the case and held by the Enforcement Directorate (ED) on March 21

GCC region 2024: India deepens ties with first PM visit to Kuwait in 40 yrs

As 2024 unfolded, a renewed focus on strategic partnerships in the region took centre stage, with Abu Dhabi serving as the pivotal gateway to this robust alliance

160K tents, 150K toilets: UP administration readies for grand Maha Kumbh

For the past two months, an army of workers has been diligently channeling the rivers, widening roads, and leveling the ghats

Skipped Manmohan Singh's ashes immersion to ensure family privacy: Cong

Congress has been alleging that the BJP government has disrespected the ex-PM over the arrangements at the funeral

Allu Arjun's arrest, 'Emergency' delay, more controversies that rocked 2024

Dosanjh also made headlines for calling out different state governments for directing him to avoid singing songs related to alcohol, drugs and violence

Meghalaya in 2024: $100 bn economy vision, majority for NPP, killer flood

In August this year, the National People's Party (NPP) got a shot in the arm when three out of the total four Congress MLAs joined the ruling party, increasing its strength to 31 in 60-member assembly

Special arrangements for darshan in Jagannath temple for Dec 31, Jan 1

Entry for darshan in the 12th-century shrine will be allowed only through the Singhadwar (Lion's gate), while exit has been arranged through the other three gates

Key tourism events of 2024: 'Chalo India' and Kaziranga international mart

With upcoming Maha Kumbh in Prayagraj next year and a number of pilgrims expected to gather in the holy city for the religious congregation, the tourism ministry is also eyeing to show diversity

Tea industry witnesses overall production fall, rise in exports in 2024

The production is down by around 66 million kg during the January-October period in 2024

Nepal 2024: Shifting coalitions; new PM balances ties with India, China

K P Sharma Oli became prime minister for the fourth time to lead a new coalition government that faces the daunting challenge of providing political stability

Pakistan Atomic Energy Commission gets licence for largest nuclear plant

Pakistan Nuclear Regulatory Authority issued the licence to build Chashma Nuclear Power Plant Unit 5 (C-5, the largest plant producing electricity through nuclear power with a capacity of 1200 MWe

Tejashwi accuses Prashant Kishor's outfit of acting as Nitish's 'B-team'

Former deputy CM, in an apparent reference to the IPAC founder and his party, said the protesters were "misled" into marching towards Gandhi Maidan

Personnel ministry thrust on prompt redressal of public grievances in 2024

Ministry was in the news due to a row on lateral recruitment drive which was eventually withdrawn over the lack of a reservation provision

Security forces destroy 4 bunkers, occupy 3 after gunfights in Manipur

On Friday, four persons, including a police personnel and a woman, were injured in gun attacks in Thamnapokpi and Sanasabi villages

Transforming retail industry in 2025: AI & automation to play crucial role

Indian consumers, influenced by global exposure and digital technologies, are prioritising higher quality and value for money

Labour reforms, focus on informal workers, other policies on cards in 2025

All 36 states and UTs are expected to complete harmonization and pre-publication of draft rules under the four labour codes by 31st March 2025, according to the labour ministry

Indian IT sector 'bytes' into 2025 with cautious optimism amid big AI bets

Experts also expect tech M&A counters to buzz right through 2025, with big data, cloud and Gen AI (Generative AI) acting as major draws for companies with takeover appetites

Kerala's eventful 2024 marred by disasters, scandals and political twists

Landslides, revelations of sexual abuse and harassment in the Malayalam film industry, brought to light by the Justice Hema Committee report, also stirred up the political pot in the state

Punjab bandh call: Farmers block roads at many places, traffic hit

A call for a shutdown was given last week by Samyukta Kisan Morcha (Non-political) and Kisan Mazdoor Morcha over the Centre not accepting the demands of protesting farmers

Robust 7-tier security arrangement established for Maha Kumbh: UP govt

The local authorities have set up temporary police stations and checkpoints in both urban and rural areas