India

J&K Congress to hold mega convention

24 Jul 2023 11:13 AM IST

The Jammu and Kashmir Congress unit held a meeting on Sunday to discuss its strategy for the forthcoming elections in Jammu and Kashmir and prepare for a mega-convention of the party’s grassroots-level representatives in August. “We are having an extended Pradesh Congress Committee (PCC) meeting to discuss the upcoming elections,

NIA conducts raids across Tamil Nadu

24 Jul 2023 11:12 AM IST

The National Investigation Agency (NIA) on Sunday raided the homes of five absconding proclaimed offenders (POs) and suspects across 21 locations in Tamil Nadu in the PFI conspiracy case relating to the brutal assassination of Ramalingam for protesting against forcible conversions by the banned outfit. “The state-wide raids in the

UP Govt launches campaign for women empowerment

24 Jul 2023 11:10 AM IST

In its ongoing pursuit to ensure the safety, respect, and self-reliance of women in Uttar Pradesh, the state government has started a 10-day special campaign. The aim of the campaign, which is led by the Women and Child Safety Organisation on the instruction of Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath, is to

Punjab BJP Chief criticises CM over flood management failures

24 Jul 2023 11:08 AM IST

BJP’s Punjab leader, Sunil Jakhar, has publicly criticised Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann, accusing him of mishandling the recent flood situation in the state and neglecting to utilise a federal relief fund of Rs 218 crore. Jakhar, who visited the flood-stricken areas of Sanour, Patiala alongside Jai Inder Kaur, daughter of

Haryana grapples with disease outbreak following devastating floods

24 Jul 2023 11:07 AM IST

Following the extensive flooding caused by relentless heavy rain, Haryana is now combating a surge in around a dozen diseases. The floods have left a trail of destruction, putting both rural and urban residents at risk of water and vector-borne illnesses. As the weather forecast warns of light rain and

Punjab CM estimates Rs 1,000 crore flood damage, seeks relief

24 Jul 2023 11:05 AM IST

Chief Minister of Punjab, Bhagwant Mann, stated on Sunday that the recent floods have caused an estimated loss of nearly Rs 1,000 crore in the state. A detailed report outlining these losses will be forwarded to the Union government, with the state seeking a substantial relief package. Assurances were given

Congress expresses concern over factionalism in Haryana

24 Jul 2023 11:02 AM IST

There is still a delay in the Congress organization in Haryana. There is a possibility that the list of the organization may be released in August last or September mid. The reason for this is the mutual factionalism of the leaders. Due to this, Haryana Congress in-charge Deepak Babaria is

Kartikeya Sharma commits to people’s rights, advocates development in Beri

24 Jul 2023 11:01 AM IST

Rajya Sabha MP Kartikeya Sharma, during a gathering in Beri’s Swaraj Ganj organized by Bapandit Mauji Ram and 36 community representatives, has pledged to focus on serving society and safeguarding the rights of its people. Sharma used the platform to emphasize the inherent value of politics in serving the masses.

Former CM Hooda besieges Punjab, Haryana and Delhi govt

24 Jul 2023 10:58 AM IST

Bhupendra Hooda reached Haryana’s Sirsa district on Sunday to inspect the Ghaggar river. Hooda inspected Ootu and also met the villagers. During this, while talking to the media, the former CM besieged the governments of Punjab, Haryana and Delhi on the pretext of floods Bhupendra Hooda said that the work

CM Khattar calls for monthly house meetings in municipal corporations

24 Jul 2023 10:54 AM IST

Haryana Chief Minister, Manohar Lal, emphasised the importance of holding monthly house meetings in every municipal corporation, allowing every councillor to raise their ward issues. He suggested fixing a date for these meetings to facilitate better organisation. Presiding over a review meeting of the ULB Department at the Karnal Municipal

AAP’s Raghav Chadha writes to RS chairman to oppose Bill replacing Delhi ordinance

24 Jul 2023 10:52 AM IST

Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) MP Raghav Chadha wrote to Rajya Sabha Chairman Jagdeep Dhankhar on Sunday, urging him not to allow a bill that seeks to replace the Centre’s ordinance on control over administrative services in Delhi to be introduced in the Upper House of Parliament. In his letter to

Jamia Millia Islamia to start medical college: VC Najma Akhtar

24 Jul 2023 10:51 AM IST

The Jamia Millia Islamia (JMI) has announced that the Central government has given them permission to start a medical college. An official announcement in this regard was made by vice chancellor Najma Akhtar at the centenary year convocation ceremony of the university here on Sunday. “I would like to inform