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At 122, harmful AQI days in 2024 six more than last year

From January 1 to November 18, there were 122 days when the air quality index (AQI) exceeded 201, compared to 116 days during the same period in 2023

Cal HC delivers split verdict on bail plea to Partha Chatterjee, 4 others

The corruption, which has run into several hundred crores and adversely affected the career of thousands of school job aspirants in Bengal, reportedly exposed a host of people in the power corridors

Maharashtra polls: From vandalism to cash seizures, key highlights of the day

Exit polls present a mixed picture, with some predicting a win for the Shinde-led Mahayuti alliance and others favouring a majority for the Maha Vikas Aghadi (MVA)

Govt urges southern states to fast-track implementation of central schemes

Senior officials from Andhra Pradesh, Kerala, Tamil Nadu, Telangana, Karnataka and Puducherry participated in the conference to evaluate the progress of various schemes

Every Delhi-NCR family hit by pollution-related health problems: Survey

A recent survey reveals that every household in the region has at least one member suffering from pollution-related health issues, including sore throat, asthma, and headaches

Updates: India, China agree to work to rebuild mutual trust in defence ministers meet

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Separate yardsticks can't be applied to different accused, says SC

The top court was dealing with a plea filed by a man, who had challenged the Calcutta High Court's July this year order dismissing his application seeking regular bail in the case lodged in October 20

Can exit polls predict election results? Here's what you need to know

Exit polls are surveys conducted immediately after voters exit polling booths, offering preliminary insights into election outcomes

Voter turnout reaches 58.22% in Maharashtra and 67.59% in Jharkhand by 5 pm

Assembly elections: The exit polls for both the states are expected to be released shortly after the completion of the voting process

Maha Elections: NCP worker attacked in Parli, polling booth vandalised

The incident unfolded in the Bank Colony area of Parli town, where Madhav Jadhav, a local NCP leader, was attacked

EC seizes Rs 1,000 cr during state polls, Maharashtra leads with Rs 858 cr

The Election Commission seized over Rs 1,000 cr in cash, liquor, and drugs during polls across Maharashtra, Jharkhand, and 14 states; seizures in Maharashtra and Jharkhand seven times higher than 2019

Tripura govt signs MoA with Tata Technologies for upgradation of 19 ITIs

Of the Rs 683.27 crore upgradation plan, Tata Technologies Ltd will pay 86 per cent while the state government will pay the remaining 14 per cent

Swiggy Instamart is sending free 'tinday' on election day, here's why

Swiggy Instamart started a unique and creative campaign urging people to cast their votes in the Maharashtra Assembly elections 2024

Govt digitisation drive removes 58 million fake ration cards from PDS

The ministry has deployed 5.33 lakh e-PoS devices across fair price shops nationwide, enabling Aadhaar-based authentication during distribution and ensuring the rightful targeting of beneficiaries

Maharashtra Elections 2024: Voter turnout records at 32.18% till 1 pm

In the Gadchiroli district, voter participation surpassed 50 per cent by 1 PM, while Mumbai City reported the lowest turnout at 27.73 per cent

Nandini milk to launch on Nov 21 in Delhi to rival Amul, other brands

By launching Nandini milk in Delhi, Karnataka Milk Federation aims to capture a share of the competitive North Indian dairy market, in direct competition with Amul

India drops 2 places but remains among top 10 climate performers: Report

The CCPI report, however, noted that significant changes in India's climate policy are unlikely. The growth-oriented approach to climate action is expected to continue or intensify

Manipur govt extends suspension of mobile internet for three more days

Amid escalating violence, the administration suspended the services on November 16 for two days to prevent anti-social elements from spreading content that might create law and order problems

Delhi has become gangster capital, criminals have no fear of law: CM Atishi

The allegations come after the chief minister met parents of a 28-year-old man, who was killed in northeast Delhi's Sunder Nagari last week

Karnataka inked MoUs bringing in Rs 46,375 cr investments: Siddaramaiah

The Chief Minister said the theme, Transformational Technologies in Materials and Manufacturing, of the three-day conclave underscores the critical need to envision and implement pioneering solutions