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Rs 10 trn to upgrade 30K km of 2-lane roads to 4-lane highways: Gadkari

The road transport and highways minister further said his dream is to complete road projects worth Rs 5-6 trillion every year

India, Chile ink terms of reference for comprehensive free trade pact

The CEPA aims to build upon the existing PTA between the two nations and seeks to encompass a broader range of sectors, including digital services, investment promotion and cooperation

Nipah virus case confirmed in Kerala's Malappuram district: Officials

State Health Minister Veena George stated that a woman from Valanchery in the district has been diagnosed with Nipah virus infection

SC rebukes BJP MP Nishikant Dubey for 'highly irresponsible' remarks on CJI

However, the Supreme Court has junked the plea for contempt action against BJP MP Nishikant Dubey for his remarks against the judiciary

Govt directs OTT platforms to halt streaming of Pak-origin content

The advisory by the Ministry of Information and Broadcasting comes in the wake of strikes by Indian armed forces on terror sites in Pakistan to avenge the terrorist attack in Pahalgam on April 22

Clear judge appointments quickly amid growing case backlog: SC to Centre

The Supreme Court today highlighted the alarming situation of over 7 lakh criminal appeals that are currently pending across various High Courts

Indus Waters Treaty a 'historical mistake', says Shivraj Singh Chouhan

India suspended the Indus Water Treaty of 1960, after a deadly terror attack in J&K's Pahalgam, on April 22 that killed 26 people, mostly tourists

IMD weather update: Prediction of rain & storm in many states till May 11

IMD predicted early monsoon would arrive in J&K, Ladakh, Himachal Pradesh, Gilgit, Baltistan, Muzaffarabad, & Uttarakhand this week. Widespread rain is likely over northern parts of India till May 11

From Sindoor to Vijay: How India named military operations against Pakistan

'Operation Sindoor' is not India's first uniquely named strike against Pakistan-many past operations carry titles with deep cultural, mythological or symbolic meaning

Flying of drones, UAVs banned in Leh district amid India-Pak tensions

"This order is issued ex-parte in the interest of public safety and security and shall remain in force until further notice," Leh DM said

India-Pak tensions: Delhi airport sees 90 flight cancellations on Thursday

A total of 46 domestic departures and 33 arrivals were cancelled. Also, 5 international departures and 6 arrivals were cancelled at the Delhi airport, the source said

Court proceedings cannot be recorded without nod, warns Punjab & Haryana HC

The Punjab and Haryana High Court bans unauthorised recording in all courts; warns of contempt proceedings and seizure of devices used for filming without prior permission

Govt to use Indus waters for farmers after treaty freeze: Agri minister

Calling this 1960 treaty with Pakistan a "historical mistake" by the then government, Chouhan said it led to maximum water being used by the neighbouring country

What did Owaisi advise govt after 'Operation Sindoor' in all-party meet?

Following the all-party meet today, Member of Parliament from Hyderabad, Asaduddin Owaisi, said he demanded actions against Pakistan to weaken its economy further, which is already in crisis

Tension soars after strikes: Border states shut schools, cancel leaves

Tensions have escalated following India's strikes on terror camps in Pakistan and PoK, prompting Rajasthan and Punjab to shut schools, cancel leaves

Six dead, 1 injured as helicopter crashes in Uttarakhand's Uttarkashi

The incident occurred at 8:45 am in the border district of Uttarkashi near Ganganani. The helicopter was carrying six passengers and its captain. The cause of the crash is yet to be determined

SC defers hearing on PILs seeking to bring political parties under RTI

The CJI, who is demitting office on May 13, said these pleas will not be taken up for hearing now, adding that they will remain on board and may be heard on May 15

Govt to launch nationwide farm awareness drive from May 29: Shivraj Chouhan

The campaign named 'Viksit Krishi Sankalp Abhiyan' is scheduled during the May 29-June 12 period and the target is to reach out to 1-1.5 crore farmers across 700 districts

Ghatkopar hoarding collapse: Probe panel submits report to CM Fadnavis

The report was submitted to Fadnavis in a sealed cover on Wednesday, and he forwarded it to the Home Department for further action

2008 Malegaon blast: Special NIA court likely to give judgment on July 31

The judge told the accused persons, present in the court, that the case has voluminous documents, and it will take some time to pass the judgment