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37-day strike by workers at Samsung's Sriperumbudur unit finally ends

Wage hike, assurance of no disciplinary action behind the breakthrough

Teams formed for dust control; smog guns to be deployed: CM Atishi

The Delhi government convened a high-level meeting on Tuesday, led by the chief minister Atishi, to review the implementation of the first stage of the Graded Response Action Plan (GRAP)

Baba Siddique's murder planned 3 months ago in Pune: Mumbai Police

According to the information received from Mumbai Crime Branch, the entire planning of Baba Siddiqui's murder was done in Pune

Air India's Delhi-Chicago flight diverted to Canada after bomb threat

"Flight AI127 operating from Delhi to Chicago on October 15, 2024, was the subject of a security threat posted online and, as a precautionary measure, has landed at Iqaluit Airport in Canada

NDB gives nod to float tenders for Rs 1,734 cr Shimla ropeway projects

The contribution of the Himachal Pradesh government will be 20 per cent while NDB will fund the remaining 80 per cent, of which 90 per cent will be subsidy and 10 per cent loan

SC notice to Centre, EC on fresh plea against freebies during elections

Upadhyay's plea said there should be a total ban on populist measures to gain undue political favour from voters

News Highlights: EAM Jaishankar, Pakistan PM shake hands ahead of 23rd SCO summit

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As Maha heads for polls, BMC announces Rs 29,000 Diwali bonus to employees

The country's richest civic body, with a budget of more than Rs 53,000 crore, is currently being run by a state-appointed administrator as civic elections are pending

Southwest monsoon completely withdraws from entire India, says IMD

This year, the southwest monsoon reached Kerala on May 30 and covered the entire country by July 2. It began its retreat from northwest India on September 23

Preserving heritage: PM Modi invites ideas for Lothal's maritime complex

The National Maritime Heritage Complex will revive ancient Lothal as a mini-replica of the historic dock city. At the heart of this complex will be an iconic 77-metre lighthouse museum

Why blackbucks are more than just animals to the Bishnoi community

For approx 550 years, the Bishnoi community of western Rajasthan has held the belief that blackbucks are sacred embodiments of their revered Guru Jambheshwar, the founder of their faith

Breast cancer in India: 16% of women aged 55-64 face the silent threat

The rise in breast cancer cases has been linked to various factors, including late pregnancies, family history, hormonal changes, and lifestyle habits like smoking and high stress

India second highest target for ransomware attacks in Asia Pacific: Report

Global ransomware attacks have risen by 18 per cent, with India's top three targets being the manufacturing, telecommunications, and technology sectors

Bomb threat delays Air India Express flight from Ayodhya to Bengaluru

The plane came from Jaipur, Vinod Kumar, director of the Maharishi Valmiki International Airport, Ayodhya Dham, told PTI, confirming the emergency situation at the airport

Uttar Pradesh CM, Israeli envoy discuss new avenues for cooperation

CM Adityanath noted that his meeting with Reuven Azar marks another step towards strengthening the "deep bond" shared by Uttar Pradesh and Israel in areas of mutual interest

Baba Siddique murder case: Another suspect held for funding shooters

The accused, identified as Harishkumar Balakram (23), hailing from Bahraich in Uttar Pradesh, was involved in providing money and other logistical support to the shooters

500 km of bad roads: Delhi govt's increasing pollution woes

A recent survey conducted by the Municipal Corporation of Delhi indicates that nearly 500 km of roads are in dilapidated state, significantly adding to dust pollution

Ahead of elections, Mumbai entry points go toll-free for light vehicles

Toll collection contracts could demand fresh negotiations and adjustments

The Lawrence of Sabarmati jail: Bishnoi's name echoes from Mumbai to Canada

Gangster Lawrence Bishnoi made headlines twice in a week: First, linked to the murder of Baba Siddique, and second, finding mention in Canada's charges against India in the Hardeep Nijjar row

95% of hospital upgrades done in Bengal, but RG Kar delays raise concerns

Key infrastructure upgrades in West Bengal hospitals include CCTV installations, better washroom facilities, and new duty rooms were supported by a budget of over Rs 113 crore