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CBI conducts raids at Aiims Bhubaneswar over alleged recruitment scam

CBI has scrutinised 27 individuals, including permanent staff. Crucial documents related to recruitment procedures were seized by the investigation agency

CBI conducts raids at Aiims Bhubaneswar over alleged recruitment scam
Updated On : 20 Feb 2025 | 3:53 PM IST

India's Got Latent row: Centre asks OTT, social media to follow regulations

The ministry has underscored the necessity of self-regulation and age-based access control for content rated 'A' to protect children from exposure to inappropriate material

India's Got Latent row: Centre asks OTT, social media to follow regulations
Updated On : 20 Feb 2025 | 3:46 PM IST

Delhi CM Rekha Gupta assumes office, to chair first Cabinet meeting today

Rekha Gupta described her appointment as a "miracle" and a "new chapter" for women in politics. She vowed to hold corrupt individuals accountable and ensure transparency

Delhi CM Rekha Gupta assumes office, to chair first Cabinet meeting today
Updated On : 20 Feb 2025 | 3:43 PM IST

From Brahm Prakash to Rekha Gupta: The full list of Delhi's chief ministers

Delhi has seen many influential leaders serving as chief ministers from 1952 to 2025. Each leader has contributed their role in the state's development, so let's know the full list of Delhi's CMs

From Brahm Prakash to Rekha Gupta: The full list of Delhi's chief ministers
Updated On : 20 Feb 2025 | 3:28 PM IST

Swati Maliwal fuels BJP link buzz after attending Rekha Gupta's swearing-in

AAP MP Swati Maliwal attended BJP leader Rekha Gupta's swearing-in as Delhi's chief minister, triggering speculation amid her ongoing rift with Arvind Kejriwal and AAP's political turmoil

Swati Maliwal fuels BJP link buzz after attending Rekha Gupta's swearing-in
Updated On : 20 Feb 2025 | 3:19 PM IST

Confident Rekha Gupta will work with full vigour, sincerity: PM Modi

A first-time BJP MLA, Gupta was sworn in as Delhi chief minister in a grand show of strength by the party

Confident Rekha Gupta will work with full vigour, sincerity: PM Modi
Updated On : 20 Feb 2025 | 2:19 PM IST

India needs at least 20K pilots in coming years: Aviation minister Naidu

He said the country will have 50 more airports in the next five years

India needs at least 20K pilots in coming years: Aviation minister Naidu
Updated On : 20 Feb 2025 | 2:08 PM IST

'Autonomy demolished': BCI warns of protests over Advocates Act changes

The Bar Council of India urges the Law Minister to amend Advocates Act draft, calling provisions 'draconian' and warning of nationwide protests over threats to Bar Council's autonomy and independence

'Autonomy demolished': BCI warns of protests over Advocates Act changes
Updated On : 20 Feb 2025 | 1:53 PM IST

BJP now in Centre and Delhi: Will RRTS corridors see the light of day?

While the Delhi-Ghaziabad-Meerut corridor has progressed steadily, the Delhi-Gurugram-Rewari-Alwar and Delhi-Sonipat-Panipat faced delays

BJP now in Centre and Delhi: Will RRTS corridors see the light of day?
Updated On : 20 Feb 2025 | 1:51 PM IST

Maha Cyber Cell sends 2nd summons to Samay Raina in India's Got Latent row

This move comes after Raina failed to appear for a scheduled statement recording session on February 18

Maha Cyber Cell sends 2nd summons to Samay Raina in India's Got Latent row
Updated On : 20 Feb 2025 | 1:34 PM IST

Campaign to screen people above 30 for non-communicable diseases launched

As a part of the campaign, trained ASHAs, ANMs, and frontline workers will conduct community visits to ensure maximum screening coverage, reaching individuals in their homes

Campaign to screen people above 30 for non-communicable diseases launched
Updated On : 20 Feb 2025 | 1:17 PM IST

UP Finance Minister Suresh Khanna presents Rs 8.09 trn Budget for FY26

The size of the state's Budget for 2024-25 was Rs 7,36,437 crore, which included new schemes worth Rs 24,863.57 crore

UP Finance Minister Suresh Khanna presents Rs 8.09 trn Budget for FY26
Updated On : 20 Feb 2025 | 12:56 PM IST

Growing saffron in heat? This Nagpur couple earns Rs 50 lakh doing it

Nagpur's extreme heat didn't stop this couple from growing saffron. Using aeroponic technology, they have recreated Kashmir's cool conditions and now earn Rs 50 lakh annually

Growing saffron in heat? This Nagpur couple earns Rs 50 lakh doing it
Updated On : 20 Feb 2025 | 12:50 PM IST

'Very disturbing': SC halts Lokpal's decision to probe high court judges

The Lokpal's order followed complaints that a High Court judge tried to influence two judges in a case involving a private company

'Very disturbing': SC halts Lokpal's decision to probe high court judges
Updated On : 20 Feb 2025 | 12:23 PM IST

Wheat crop in India under threat from warm weather before harvest

Rainfall across the country's northwest region, a major wheat growing belt, has been almost 80 per cent below normal since the beginning of the year, according to the India Meteorological Department

Wheat crop in India under threat from warm weather before harvest
Updated On : 20 Feb 2025 | 11:51 AM IST

NGT slams UPPCB for submitting old water sample amid Maha Kumbh mela

Toxic waters: The Uttar Pradesh Pollution Control Board had defended the water quality and said that the Ganga and Yamuna rivers met the required standards for bathing, except at one bridge

NGT slams UPPCB for submitting old water sample amid Maha Kumbh mela
Updated On : 20 Feb 2025 | 11:39 AM IST

Teen athlete killed after 270 kg barbell falls on her neck in training

A teen powerlifter died after a 270kg barbell fell on her neck during training in Bikaner. Despite receiving urgent medical aid, she was declared dead at the hospital

Teen athlete killed after 270 kg barbell falls on her neck in training
Updated On : 20 Feb 2025 | 11:11 AM IST

Faecal coliform bacteria: What is it? How does it affect your health?

A recent Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB) report claimed that the river Ganga water is contaminated with faecal coliform bacteria; here's what is it and how it can impact your health

Faecal coliform bacteria: What is it? How does it affect your health?
Updated On : 20 Feb 2025 | 11:04 AM IST

KIIT launches scholarship in memory of Nepalese student amid backlash

The KIIT suicide case has led to diplomatic concerns between Nepal and India as the Nepalese government warned that it might reconsider sending students to Indian institutions if justice is not served

KIIT launches scholarship in memory of Nepalese student amid backlash
Updated On : 20 Feb 2025 | 10:48 AM IST

Protest calling for reopening of Sterlite's Thoothukudi plant denied nod

Trade unions planned the protest to draw attention to the plight of unemployed workers in the district

Protest calling for reopening of Sterlite's Thoothukudi plant denied nod
Updated On : 20 Feb 2025 | 10:30 AM IST