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Urged B'desh monks, devotees to practice faith discreetly: Iskcon Kolkata

This suggestion comes in the wake of escalating violence against the Hindu community in Bangladesh after the fall of the Sheikh Hasina government

Urged B'desh monks, devotees to practice faith discreetly: Iskcon Kolkata
Updated On : 03 Dec 2024 | 12:13 PM IST

What is Uber Shikara, the new transport service in Srinagar's Dal Lake?

The Uber Shikara service is the first of its kind in Asia and follows in the footsteps of similar services in European cities like Venice

What is Uber Shikara, the new transport service in Srinagar's Dal Lake?
Updated On : 03 Dec 2024 | 12:10 PM IST

Parliament winter session LIVE news: Opposition walks out of Lok Sabha

Parliament winter session news updates: Catch all the latest news developments related to the proceedings in the Parliament here

Parliament winter session LIVE news: Opposition walks out of Lok Sabha
Updated On : 03 Dec 2024 | 12:07 PM IST

LIVE news: PM Modi calls Tamil Nadu CM, assures Stalin full support to deal with flood situation

News updates: Catch all the latest news updates from around the world here

LIVE news: PM Modi calls Tamil Nadu CM, assures Stalin full support to deal with flood situation
Updated On : 03 Dec 2024 | 11:54 AM IST

Cyclone Fengal: Rahul asks Cong workers to help administration in aid work

Cyclone Fengal emerged as a low-pressure area on November 23 and caused unprecedented devastation across 14 districts of Tamil Nadu

Cyclone Fengal: Rahul asks Cong workers to help administration in aid work
Updated On : 03 Dec 2024 | 11:40 AM IST

Cyclone Fengal hits Tamil Nadu: 15 million affected, CM demands Rs 2,000 cr

Cyclone Fengal reportedly devastates 14 districts in Tamil Nadu. CM Stalin has urged PM Modi for Rs 2,000 crore as immediate relief to help millions recover from the destruction

Cyclone Fengal hits Tamil Nadu: 15 million affected, CM demands Rs 2,000 cr
Updated On : 03 Dec 2024 | 11:35 AM IST

Ex-Punjab CM Sukhbir Badal begins penance with plaque around neck. Here's why

The punishment was handed down after the Akal Takht held Badal accountable for favouring Dera Sacha Sauda chief Gurmeet Ram Rahim in the 2015 sacrilege case involving the Guru Granth Sahib

Ex-Punjab CM Sukhbir Badal begins penance with plaque around neck. Here's why
Updated On : 03 Dec 2024 | 11:10 AM IST

PM Modi dials CM Stalin over flood situation in TN, assures assistance

Prime Minister Narendra Modi assured all possible help and support to Tamil Nadu owing to the flooding caused by Cyclonic storm Fengal

PM Modi dials CM Stalin over flood situation in TN, assures assistance
Updated On : 03 Dec 2024 | 10:57 AM IST

Protesting farmers set up camp on Noida-Delhi Highway, awaiting govt talks

Kisan protest today: Farmers from Uttar Pradesh and neighbouring states have escalated their protests, demanding fair compensation for land acquired by the government and reforms in agricultural laws

Protesting farmers set up camp on Noida-Delhi Highway, awaiting govt talks
Updated On : 03 Dec 2024 | 10:28 AM IST

Police deployed after Maha villagers urge 're-election' with ballot papers

The Malshiras sub-divisional magistrate on Monday imposed prohibitory orders, under section 163 of the Bharatiya Nagrik Suraksha Sanhita, from December 2 to 5 in the area to avoid any conflict or law

Police deployed after Maha villagers urge 're-election' with ballot papers
Updated On : 03 Dec 2024 | 10:28 AM IST

Tamil Nadu CM Stalin declares Rs 5 lakh ex-gratia for 7 killed in landslide

This comes after seven people including five children were trapped under the ground in a landslide in Thiruvannamalai district

Tamil Nadu CM Stalin declares Rs 5 lakh ex-gratia for 7 killed in landslide
Updated On : 03 Dec 2024 | 10:12 AM IST

Andhra Pradesh govt may rethink Adani's solar deal amid bribery allegations

According to reports, Andhra Pradesh CM N Chandrababu Naidu is personally reviewing the situation and is expected to discuss the matter with his cabinet on Tuesday

Andhra Pradesh govt may rethink Adani's solar deal amid bribery allegations
Updated On : 03 Dec 2024 | 9:28 AM IST

Cyclone Fenegal: Schools, colleges closed in 4 TN districts due to rainfall

As the Indian Meteorological Department (IMD) predicted more rains due to the cyclonic storm, Fengal, schools and colleges in Villupuram, Cuddalore, and Puducherry districts will also remain closed

Cyclone Fenegal: Schools, colleges closed in 4 TN districts due to rainfall
Updated On : 03 Dec 2024 | 9:26 AM IST

Delhi's air in 'poor' category with AQI of 274; SC retains Grap-IV measures

Despite Delhi's AQI improving to 274, the Supreme Court said that it will retain Grap-IV restrictions, citing the need for a sustained downward trend in air pollution levels

Delhi's air in 'poor' category with AQI of 274; SC retains Grap-IV measures
Updated On : 03 Dec 2024 | 9:23 AM IST

Uber Shikara testament to ways technology can enhance heritage: J-K LG

Commending Uber for its futuristic vision, he reiterated that the Uber Shikara in Srinagar reflects innovative methods of blending technology with cultural heritage

Uber Shikara testament to ways technology can enhance heritage: J-K LG
Updated On : 03 Dec 2024 | 8:02 AM IST

Italian Min Urso meets MoS Jitendra Singh, discusses bilateral cooperation

The discussions focused on initiatives to enhance collaboration in the space sector

Italian Min Urso meets MoS Jitendra Singh, discusses bilateral cooperation
Updated On : 03 Dec 2024 | 7:50 AM IST

Tamil Nadu Dy CM Udhayanidhi visits cyclone-affected areas in Dharmapuri

He also inspected the restoration work of the land bridge at the foot of Vathalmalai in the district

Tamil Nadu Dy CM Udhayanidhi visits cyclone-affected areas in Dharmapuri
Updated On : 03 Dec 2024 | 7:28 AM IST

Arunachal will see transformation in education in next 3 yrs: CM Khandu

While mentioning the increasing revenue collection in the state exchequer, the chief minister reiterated that the state's revenue generation is slated for a massive upward trend in the coming years

Arunachal will see transformation in education in next 3 yrs: CM Khandu
Updated On : 03 Dec 2024 | 7:21 AM IST

CoP16: India underlines efforts on land restoration, drought resilience

Union Minister Bhupender Yadav pointed to the link between desertification and poverty, stating that India recognised land degradation as socio-economic issue and recalled India's presidency at CoP14

CoP16: India underlines efforts on land restoration, drought resilience
Updated On : 03 Dec 2024 | 7:16 AM IST

Four decades of Bhopal gas tragedy: A wound that still hasn't healed

Complete disposal of toxic waste of UCIL plant is still pending, water in surrounding area is contaminated, and victims' endless wait for justice continues

Four decades of Bhopal gas tragedy: A wound that still hasn't healed
Updated On : 02 Dec 2024 | 11:02 PM IST