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Rijiju blames oppn ruckus for LS not discussing air pollution

Parliamentary Affairs Minister Kiren Rijiju has said that the government wanted a discussion on air pollution, but it could not take place due to the ruckus created by Congress and other opposition parties during the passing of Viksit Bharat- G RAM G Bill.

2025-12-19T11:51:54.360191+00:00 IST

Delhi Blast Case: NIA court extends custody of Bilal Nasir Malla

Special National Investigation Agency (NIA) court at Patiala House court on Friday further extended the custody of Dr. Bilal Nasir Malla for seven days in connection with the Delhi Blast Case

2025-12-19T11:25:15.181096+00:00 IST

PM Modi to launch several initiatives at WHO Global summit

The 2nd WHO Global Summit on Traditional Medicine, jointly organised by the World Health Organisation (WHO) and the Union Ministry of Ayush, is being held from December 17 to 19 at Bharat Mandapam. The summit witnessed intensive deliberations among global leaders, policymakers, scientists, practitioners, Indigenous knowledge holders and civil society representatives on advancing equitable, sustainable and evidence-driven health systems.

2025-12-19T11:15:16.924822+00:00 IST

Maharashtra: 3 workers killed, 6 others injured in Butibori

According to Nagpur Superintendent of Police Harsh Poddar, the accident occurred while the workers were working on a construction project near the water tank at the Awada company, which manufactures solar panels. The water tank collapsed and trapped them underneath.

2025-12-19T10:28:38.843498+00:00 IST

Revenue reforms in Gujarat ensure swift and transparent services

As a result, the holistic reforms implemented by the Gujarat government have today proved to be a boon for the state's farmers, industries, and development projects. By simplifying, ensuring transparency, and digitising processes ranging from land registration to non-agricultural permissions, Gujarat has emerged as a role model of good governance. These reforms have given new momentum to the state's development, strengthening both "Ease of Doing Business" and "Ease of Living".

2025-12-19T09:32:20.247823+00:00 IST

Singapore Police suspects no foul play in Zubeen Garg’s death

The Singapore Police Force (SPF) on Friday stated that the case of Zubeen Garg's death is still under investigation, and so far, they suspect no foul play.

2025-12-19T09:31:57.411157+00:00 IST

Kerala: SHO suspended over 2024 police station assault case

CI K.G. Prathapachandran has been suspended in connection with the assault of a pregnant woman at the Ernakulam North Police Station. The incident that forms the basis of the complaint occurred last year. At the time, Prathapachandran was serving as the Station House Officer (SHO) of the Ernakulam North Police Station. He is currently posted as CI in Aroor.

2025-12-19T09:30:16.583247+00:00 IST

Delhi Airport, IndiGo and AAI issue travel advisory due to fog

Delhi's Indira Gandhi International Airport on Friday reported that flight operations were affected by dense fog, adding that arrivals and departures are continuing, though some delays may occur. IndiGo, in its travel advisory, noted that fluctuating visibility in several regions has led to changes in flight schedules. AAI also mentioned flight disruptions.

2025-12-19T09:25:03.225842+00:00 IST

UP Vidhan Sabha discussions to continue on December 22

Uttar Pradesh Assembly Speaker Satish Mahana stated that the house will adjourn after paying condolences for one of its members, Shubhkar Singh on Friday. The house will continue on Monday at 11 am.

2025-12-19T09:23:36.985080+00:00 IST

Punjab to expand Hunar Shiksha Schools Pilot project: Bains

Bains said that the Hunar Shiksha Schools initiative is a new effort in the education sector, aimed at equipping students with practical skills alongside academic education to make them job-ready.

2025-12-19T09:22:46.027548+00:00 IST

Rahul Gandhi holds lunch meeting with Olaf Scholz

Lok Sabha Leader of Opposition and Congress leader Rahul Gandhi on Friday had a lunch discussion with former Chancellor of Germany, Olaf Scholz, during his 5-day visit to Germany.

2025-12-19T09:22:20.967656+00:00 IST

Jairam slams govt on lack of debate on pollution

Congress General Secretary Jairam Ramesh on Friday launched a sharp attack on the Centre over air pollution, with party leader Jairam Ramesh alleging that the recently concluded winter sitting of Parliament effectively turned into a "pollution session" due to the government's unwillingness to hold a structured debate on the issue.

2025-12-19T09:20:22.326297+00:00 IST

“Akhilesh Yadav shouldn’t give lectures”: UP Dy CM Keshav Prasad

UP Deputy Chief Minister Keshav Prasad Maurya countered the argument by Samajwadi Party leader Akhilesh Yadav on Vande Mataram to be discussed in the Vidhan Sabha on Friday.

2025-12-19T09:12:30.896335+00:00 IST

ED arrests former deputy secretary to ex-Chhattisgarh CM Bhupesh

The Enforcement Directorate (ED) has arrested Saumya Chaurasia, former deputy secretary to ex-Chhattisgarh chief minister Bhupesh Baghel, in connection with the Chhattisgarh Liquor Scam under the provisions of the Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA), 2002, the agency said on Friday.

2025-12-19T09:05:01.277425+00:00 IST

Amit Shah convenes meeting to constitute Bureau of Port Security

Union Home Minister Amit Shah has convened a meeting for the constitution of a dedicated body, the Bureau of Port Security (BoPS), for the security of vessels and port facilities.

2025-12-19T08:59:51.510096+00:00 IST

ED unearths crucial evidence in notorious ‘dunki’ route case

The Enforcement Directorate's probe into the notorious 'donkey' or 'dunki' route case has unearthed crucial evidence, revealing that a key Haryana-based player allegedly took property documents from candidates as collateral for payments to facilitate illegal travel to the US via Mexico.

2025-12-19T08:56:39.912327+00:00 IST

President Droupadi Murmu inaugurates National conference in Hyd

The President of India, Droupadi Murmu, inaugurated the National Conference for the Chairpersons of Public Service Commissions, organised by the Telangana Public Service Commission, in Hyderabad on Friday.

2025-12-19T08:53:31.684796+00:00 IST

Tamil Nadu: BJP Chief demands Rs 1 cr for Poornachandran's kin

As compensation, Nagenthran said, "a government job should be provided to Poorna Chandran's family, and compensation of Rs 1 crore should be given, without any political discrimination... On behalf of the BJP and Hindu organisations, Rs 10 lakh is being given to Poornachandran's family."

2025-12-19T08:47:54.763220+00:00 IST

Rahul Gandhi highlights democracy, global responsibility in Berli

"Democracy is not merely a system of government--it is a constant process of engagement, responsibility, and accountability," Gandhi said, reflecting on leadership, democracy, and global responsibility in a rapidly changing world.

2025-12-19T08:41:29.509904+00:00 IST

PM Modi's posts feature in 8 of India’s 10 most-liked tweets

PM Modi's posts have dominated X (formerly Twitter), with eight out of the ten most-liked tweets in India over the past 30 days coming from his account.

2025-12-19T08:41:06.660053+00:00 IST

New bills passed will make India ‘Viksit Bharat': Kiren Rijiju

Union Parliamentary Affairs Minister Kiren Rijiju on Friday emphasised that the bills passed in the Winter Session of Parliament will play a major role in taking India towards the dream of "Viksitr Bharat." He further stated that the discussions on "Vande Mataram" have stirred the spirit of patriotism.

2025-12-19T08:34:34.924111+00:00 IST