India

Priyanka Gandhi Highlights Unnao Rape and Sambhal Violence in Lok Sabha Debut

13 Dec 2024 14:12 PM IST

In her maiden speech in the Lok Sabha, Congress MP Priyanka Gandhi Vadra spearheaded the opposition’s response to the government’s policies, addressing pressing issues such as the Unnao rape case and the recent violence in Sambhal. Her speech, delivered on the first day of a significant parliamentary debate, was met

BJP and Congress Issue Directives for MPs Ahead of Constitutional Debate, Priyanka Gandhi To Give Debut Speech

13 Dec 2024 11:42 AM IST

Both the BJP and Congress have instructed their Lok Sabha MPs to attend a significant debate on December 13 and 14, marking the 75th anniversary of the Constitution’s adoption. Defence Minister Rajnath Singh will open the discussion in the Lower House. The BJP issued an official notice to its members,

RBI Faces Another Bomb Threat, Warning Delivered in Russian

13 Dec 2024 11:15 AM IST

The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) received a bomb threat on Friday. This marks the second such incident in less than a month. Mumbai Police began investigating after the threat, sent in Russian, reached the bank’s official website via email. Police File Case and Investigate Authorities registered a case against

Four Delhi Schools Face Another Bomb Threat via Mass Emails

13 Dec 2024 10:01 AM IST

Four schools in Delhi received bomb threat emails on Friday morning, which led to a search by multiple agencies. This follows a similar incident on December 9, when 44 schools received bomb threats that were later confirmed to be hoaxes. Threats Across Multiple Schools The emails were sent to Bhatnagar

‘Pack of Cards’: 4-Storey Bhendi Bazaar Building Collapses In Mumbai | WATCH

13 Dec 2024 09:57 AM IST

In the early hours of Friday, a ground-plus-four-floor structure in Mumbai’s bustling Bhendi Bazaar partially collapsed, leaving debris scattered across the area. The incident occurred at the Husainibai Building, located at 40 Tan Tanpura Street near Khoja Jamat Khana in Nisan Pada. Authorities were alerted at 12:06 am, with follow-up

India eyes $7-9 trillion economy by 2030: Arvind Panagariya

13 Dec 2024 09:15 AM IST

India’s economy is on track to surpass the USD 7 trillion mark by 2030 even under the conservative growth estimates, according to Arvind Panagariya, Chairman of the 16th Finance Commission. Speaking at event here on Thursday, Panagariya stated that with aggressive growth and pending reforms, the economy could potentially reach

India’s FDI journey hits $1 trillion

13 Dec 2024 09:11 AM IST

A nearly 26 per cent rise in FDI to USD 42.1 billion during the first half of the current fiscal year 2024-25 helped India’s gross foreign direct investment (FDI) inflows reach an impressive USD 1 trillion since the start of this century. India has achieved a remarkable milestone in its

PUBLIC SECTOR BANKS’ NPAS HIT RECORD LOW

13 Dec 2024 08:41 AM IST

The gross NPA ratio of public sector banks declined to 3.12 per cent in September 2024 from 4.97 per cent in March 2015 and a peak of 14.58 per cent in March 2018, the government stated on Thursday, reaffirming the robustness of the banking system. The government emphasised its proactive

Father Travels From Kuwait to India, Kills People Who Sexually Abused His Daughter

13 Dec 2024 08:33 AM IST

A 35-year-old migrant worker, Anjaneya Prasad, who recently returned from Kuwait, allegedly murdered his physically challenged relative, P Anjaneyulu (59), in a fit of rage. Prasad accused Anjaneyulu of sexually abusing his minor daughter. Murder Following Alleged Sexual Abuse The incident occurred in Obulavaripalli village in Annamayya district on the

Fire at Chennai Private Hospital Kills Six, Including a Child

13 Dec 2024 07:44 AM IST

A tragic fire broke out at a private hospital in Chennai on Thursday night, killing six people, including a young boy. The incident occurred at City Hospital on Trichy Road, according to police and fire officials. #WATCH | Tamil Nadu: A huge fire broke out at a private hospital in

Jammu-Kashmir: Vaishno Devi Shrine Sees Over 90 Lakh Devotees For Third Straight Year

12 Dec 2024 22:50 PM IST

For the third consecutive year, more than 90 lakh devotees have visited the Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Shrine in Jammu and Kashmir, as reported by the Shrine Board on Thursday. Anshul Garg, CEO of the Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Shrine Board, informed ANI that the pilgrimage witnessed over 95 lakh

Haryana CM Saini: “19 Issues Resolved On Spot Today”

12 Dec 2024 22:28 PM IST

Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini announced that 19 public issues were resolved on the spot on Thursday, reaffirming his commitment to prioritizing public service. Out of a total of 23 complaints received, 19 were addressed immediately, while four were set aside for further investigation by the relevant authorities. “Today