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700 kg drugs seized mid-sea: Gujarat ATS, NCB, Navy conduct joint op

The Gujarat coast continues to struggle with its reputation as a key entry point for drug smuggling into India, driven by its proximity to Pakistan, a transit hub for narcotics from Afghanistan

UP, WB, Goa in job 'scam' rows: States that have failed their citizens

UP and Goa are the two latest states that have made headlines for alleged employment related scams. However, these cases are only like a drop in the ocean of such similar scams in India

Khattar launches 1st trilateral power flow deal from Nepal to Bangladesh

During the visit, both sides had expressed their commitment towards greater sub-regional cooperation, including in the energy sector, which would lead to increased interlinkages between the economies

Goa CM condemns attempts to convert people under guise of healing

Referring to religious conversions, the CM said a bhul bhulaiya (maze) has been created and people should be cautious about such preachers who indulge in the practice under the guise of healing

Govt undertaking reforms to ensure entrance exam system error-free: Pradhan

Government has instructed the new National Testing Agency (NTA) leadership to look into all these areas

Bombay HC upholds rape conviction, says consent cannot apply to minor wives

The Bombay High Court upheld a 10-year prison sentence for a man found guilty of raping his minor wife, stating that consensual sex with a minor is legally considered rape, even in marriage

PM Modi unveils development projects worth Rs 6,640 crore in Bihar

The projects unveiled by the PM were focused on improving infrastructure, healthcare, education, and livelihood generation

Give priority to 'absolute blindness' over 'low vision' in jobs: K'taka HC

Candidates with 'absolute blindness' would be prioritised over 'low vision' for specific employment opportunities, provided the disability does not affect their job performance

Maharashtra polls: Bollywood hopes for reforms for daily wagers, tax cuts

B N Tiwari, president of the Federation of Western India Cine Employees (FWICE), pointed out that despite numerous appeals to political leaders for assistance, little has been done to secure job

'Will take this to my grave': Narayana Murthy stands firm on 6-day workweek

Infosys co-founder Narayana Murthy said that without a strong work ethic, the country would 'struggle to compete globally'

Despite Covid crisis, India growing at 7-8%, says Dharmendra Pradhan

Pradhan said India is set to surpass Japan and France and become the third largest economy in the world in the next three to four years

Birsa Munda's 150th anniversary: A life cut short but an immortal legacy

Birsa Munda's birth anniversary on November 15 is celebrated as 'Janjatiya Gaurav Divas' to celebrate his legacy and observe the role of the tribal population in preserving India's heritage

Unesco recognises 24 coastal villages in Odisha as 'Tsunami Ready'

Various activities, including training of stakeholders, community awareness programmes, preparation of tsunami management plans, conducting mock drills and identification of evacuation routes

India's fragmented climate response limits women's role as leaders: Study

The report argues that by integrating women into climate finance frameworks, South Asia could unlock significant socio-economic benefits, positioning women not only as participants but as leaders

UP house jobs 'scam': Relatives of key officials awarded 20% positions

The list of successful candidates includes relatives of the Legislative Assembly secretariat head, a minister's nephew, and even those linked to private firms that conducted the exam

No provision to declare calamity as 'national disaster': Nityanand Rai

The MoS stated that the financial assistance provided under SDRF and NDRF is by way of relief and not for compensation

Omar Abdullah criticises Indus Treaty, calls it unfair to the people of J&K

J&K Chief Minister Omar Abdullah says hydropower potential of the region thwarted by the 1960 Indus Water Treaty. Peoples Conference's Sajad Lone slams Abdullah's remarks as 'right-wing rhetoric'

India remains key partner for us in Indo-Pacific region: US State Dept

Patel noted that the Biden administration had worked to deepen this partnership over the past four years and that Biden and outgoing US Secretary of State Blinken continue to view India as a vital

How Punjab farmers outwit Nasa satellites in stubble-burning crackdown

Punjab farmers have found a way to outwit Nasa satellite surveillance in the ongoing stubble-burning crisis by strategically timing their fires

Rajasthan CM Bhajanlal brings new schemes ahead govt's 1st year anniversary

Addressing senior officials, he detailed plans for a series of development projects and initiatives set to launch as the state government marks its first anniversary. The Chief Minister stated