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The new nomenclature: Rewriting of lawmaking convention - in Hindi

Congress leader P Chidambaram said the long-standing convention had been to present the English version of a Bill with an English title and the Hindi version with a Hindi title

The new nomenclature: Rewriting of lawmaking convention - in Hindi
Updated On : 18 Dec 2025 | 11:13 PM IST

Delhi pollution crisis: No fuel without PUC as air quality continues to dip

Bans entry of non-Delhi private vehicles below BS-VI standards

Delhi pollution crisis: No fuel without PUC as air quality continues to dip
Updated On : 18 Dec 2025 | 10:21 PM IST

We can't keep the boy like this: SC to speak to parents on euthanasia plea

The report was sought in connection with the father's plea seeking permission for passive euthanasia through the withdrawal of life-sustaining treatment

We can't keep the boy like this: SC to speak to parents on euthanasia plea
Updated On : 18 Dec 2025 | 10:05 PM IST

Did MGNREGA act as safety net for casual labour during sowing, harvest?

Civil society groups say the VB-G RAM G Bill could weaken casual labour's bargaining power, as MGNREGA served as a safety net and fallback when farm wages were unattractive

Did MGNREGA act as safety net for casual labour during sowing, harvest?
Updated On : 18 Dec 2025 | 8:10 PM IST

Delhi sees 76% surge in PUC certificates ahead of 'No PUC, No Fuel' rule

There are around 400 petrol pumps in Delhi, all of which have PUC centres

Delhi sees 76% surge in PUC certificates ahead of 'No PUC, No Fuel' rule
Updated On : 18 Dec 2025 | 6:27 PM IST

Indian Railways changes reservation chart timing: What passengers must know

Indian Railways has revised train reservation chart timings. Charts will now be finalised at least 10 hours before departure. The move aims to reduce uncertainty and improve travelling

Indian Railways changes reservation chart timing: What passengers must know
Updated On : 18 Dec 2025 | 5:37 PM IST

SC denies plea on quality of packaged water, terms it 'luxury litigation'

Questioning the plea, CJI Kant asked where drinking water was even available in the country, noting that many people lack access to it and that concerns over the quality of bottled water come later

SC denies plea on quality of packaged water, terms it 'luxury litigation'
Updated On : 18 Dec 2025 | 3:35 PM IST

Bihar men get ₹10,000 under women employment scheme; govt rules out recovery

The Bihar government said it will not force 470 men to return ₹10,000 wrongly credited under Mahila Rojgar Yojana; officials say errors happened, mostly funds went to women

Bihar men get ₹10,000 under women employment scheme; govt rules out recovery
Updated On : 18 Dec 2025 | 3:28 PM IST

Parliament Winter Session LIVE: Rajya Sabha discusses new Nuclear Bill- SHANTI, Lok Sabha adjourned

Parliament Winter Session LIVE updates: Follow all the latest updates from Parliament as government and opposition debate key issues

Parliament Winter Session LIVE: Rajya Sabha discusses new Nuclear Bill- SHANTI, Lok Sabha adjourned
Updated On : 18 Dec 2025 | 2:57 PM IST

AAP wins over 200 zila parishad zones, leads in Punjab panchayat samiti

Polling was held on December 14 to elect members for 347 zones of 22 zila parishads and 2,838 zones of 153 panchayat samitis

AAP wins over 200 zila parishad zones, leads in Punjab panchayat samiti
Updated On : 18 Dec 2025 | 2:48 PM IST

Goa nightclub fire: Co-owner Ajay Gupta files bail plea in Mapusa court

The court is likely to hear the bail application later in the day, and notices will be issued to the state police seeking their response

Goa nightclub fire: Co-owner Ajay Gupta files bail plea in Mapusa court
Updated On : 18 Dec 2025 | 2:38 PM IST

New labour codes to formalise jobs, inspectors to be facilitator: Mandaviya

On concerns about encouraging inspector raj by increasing compliance burden, he explained that the inspector will be facilitator and not an obstructer in the work of an industry

New labour codes to formalise jobs, inspectors to be facilitator: Mandaviya
Updated On : 18 Dec 2025 | 2:28 PM IST

PM Modi expresses grief over sculptor Ram Sutar's death, hails his legacy

The prime minister said Sutar's workd will always be admired as powerful expressions of India's history, culture and collective spirit

PM Modi expresses grief over sculptor Ram Sutar's death, hails his legacy
Updated On : 18 Dec 2025 | 2:18 PM IST

'No PUC, No Fuel' rule may cause inconvenience, but necessary: Delhi CM

Gupta said no vehicle would be allowed to refuel in the city without a valid Pollution Under Control (PUC) certificate, stressing that strict enforcement is necessary

'No PUC, No Fuel' rule may cause inconvenience, but necessary: Delhi CM
Updated On : 18 Dec 2025 | 2:17 PM IST

Parl panel flags delays, seeks clearances for critical mineral projects

The panel also stressed that critical mineral projects should be given priority in necessary statutory clearances

Parl panel flags delays, seeks clearances for critical mineral projects
Updated On : 18 Dec 2025 | 1:51 PM IST

Lok Sabha passes VB-G RAM G Bill to replace MGNREGA amid Oppn protests

Rural Development Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan responded to the eight-hour discussion on The Viksit Bharat Guarantee for Rozgar and Ajeevika Mission (Gramin) (VB-G RAM G) Bill

Lok Sabha passes VB-G RAM G Bill to replace MGNREGA amid Oppn protests
Updated On : 18 Dec 2025 | 1:38 PM IST

Govt may consider raising overseas scholarships for ST students: Minister

The National Overseas Scholarship for Schedule Tribes (ST) students is implemented through the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA)

Govt may consider raising overseas scholarships for ST students: Minister
Updated On : 18 Dec 2025 | 1:20 PM IST

Securities Market Code Bill introduced in LS, govt seeks panel review

Finance minister said since the government is referring it to the standing committee, such details can be discussed by the panel

Securities Market Code Bill introduced in LS, govt seeks panel review
Updated On : 18 Dec 2025 | 1:18 PM IST

Over 27 flights cancelled, many more delayed at Delhi Airport due to fog

In a passenger advisory Thursday morning, DIAL said due to dense fog, "flight operations are currently under CAT-III conditions, which may lead to delays or disruptions

Over 27 flights cancelled, many more delayed at Delhi Airport due to fog
Updated On : 18 Dec 2025 | 1:16 PM IST

In last 11 years, India has changed its economic DNA, says PM Modi

PM Modi expressed confidence in the Summit and said that it would give a new direction and speed to the India-Oman partnership and help it soar greater heights

In last 11 years, India has changed its economic DNA, says PM Modi
Updated On : 18 Dec 2025 | 1:08 PM IST