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Shutdown in Katra continues: Why are locals protesting the ropeway project

Authorities detained protestors for opposing the Rs 250 crore ropeway project in Katra, triggering hunger strikes

'Balance is what brings you joy': Gautam Adani on 70-hour work week debate

The Adani Group chairman's remarks come in the wake of NR Narayana Murthy's advocacy for a 70-hour work week, which he proposed as a means for India to compete with developed economies

Centre approves Rs 676 cr for development of Odisha's education institutes

Under the PM-USHA scheme, provisions have also been made for the development of classrooms, laboratories, libraries and hostels and making the infrastructure accessible to persons with disabilities

New Year 2025: Which country will ring in first and which will be last?

New Year 2025 is just around the corner. However, due to the varying time zones worldwide, nations welcome the New Year at different times. Some 40 countries celebrate the New Year ahead of India

Is Digi Yatra data shared with I-T dept to catch tax evaders? Govt says no

Digi Yatra data stored on airport systems is automatically purged within 24 hours of a flight's departure, says aviation ministry

Will banks remain closed on January 1, 2025 New Year? All you need to know

Is Bank Holiday 1st Jan 2025: Banks across the country are expected to remain closed on January 1 due to the New Year celebration. However, online banking services will remain active

2024: The year of paper leaks, test cancellations, protests, exam reforms

The Centre also set up a high-level panel headed by former ISRO chief R Radhakrishnan to reform the competitive exam process in the country

IIMC boosts academic, training ecosystem with Rs 200 crore infra push

The institute has also launched new programmes, modernized its facilities, and achieved significant milestones in media education and training

Protests continue in Katra against ropeway project in Trikuta hills

The Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Sangharsh Samiti called for the shutdown on Wednesday, announcing that all activities in Katra would remain suspended

IRCTC down: Several users face issues booking tatkal tickets

IRCTC website and app down: Several users are facing issues in booking tatkal tickets

'I regret, apologise': Chief Minister N Biren Singh on Manipur violence

Ethnic violence in Manipur, which erupted on May 3, 2023, between the Meitei and Kuki-Zo communities, has led to over 250 deaths and displaced 60,000 people

RG Kar medic rape-murder: Unprecedented protests and the quest for justice

The ghastly crime drew international condemnation as well, raising serious concerns about the safety of those associated with the health sector, especially women

A burnt body and mismatched DNA: How police foiled Gujarat hotelier's plan

The Gujarat police foiled a hotelier's plan to escape his mounting debts, which led him to fake his own death with help from friends and family members in Banaskantha district

Holiday Calendar 2025: List of festivals and public holidays in India

As 2025 approaches, it's the perfect time to plan ahead by noting the upcoming holidays in India. From regional to national celebrations and festivals, here is a list of days to look forward to

Centre, state govt need to take initiative: Kerala LoP on Nimisha Priya

Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) earlier in the day confirmed its awareness of the death sentence handed to Nimisha Priya and assured that the government is providing all possible assistance

Dallewal will take medical aid if Centre invites for talks: Punjab to SC

The top court gives Punjab government three more days to persuade farmer leader Dallewal, who is on hunger strike since November 26, to accept medical help

Pujari Granthi Samman Yojana: Kejriwal registers 'Marghat Wale Baba' priest

The AAP chief was accompanied by his wife Sunita Kejriwal during the visit to Marghat Wale Baba temple

Masks, whistling ban: Bengaluru enforces strict rules for New Year's eve

From vehicle restrictions to mandatory masks, here are all the rules implemented by Bengaluru Police to ensure safety in the city during New Year's eve celebrations

NSO begins empanelment of survey institutions for socio-economic data

Primarily data is collected through nation-wide household/ enterprise surveys on various socio-economic subjects

Kerala min slams Centre for delay in declaring Wayanad landslide 'severe'

Addressing reporters here, Rajan said it would have been more beneficial if the Centre's declaration had come within two months of the disaster