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00:01 IST, July 7th 2024

Heavy Water-Logging Witnessed in Kathmandu Following Rainfall

Heavy water-logging witnessed in Nepal's capital city Kathmandu following heavy rainfall in the city on Saturday.


23:58 IST, July 6th 2024

Andhra, Telangana to Constitute High-Level Committees To Address Inter-State Issues

On Telangana CM Revanth Reddy's meeting with Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu, Telangana Deputy CM Mallu Bhatti Vikramarka said, "As I have briefed in the press meet, they have taken a decision to constitute a high-level committee from each state. The chief secretary will head the committee. The committees (from both states) will sit down together and will try to find a solution at their level. If the issue is not solved at their level, then it will be discussed in a minister-level committee."



23:53 IST, July 6th 2024

Delhi: Fire NOC To Be Mandatory For Electricity Connection in Buildings Higher Than 15 Metres

With a rise in the number of fire incidents in summer months in the national capital, power regulator DERC has proposed that residential buildings that are over 15 metres high will have to obtain a no objection certificate of the fire safety department for getting an electricity connection.

The Delhi Electricity Regulatory Commission (DERC) has also mooted authorising discoms to disconnect power supply of buildings to be demolished by the civic agencies.


23:21 IST, July 6th 2024

LoP in Lok Sabha Rahul Gandhi Extends Commiserations to Former UK Prime Minister Rishi Sunak

Leader of Opposition in the Lok Sabha Rahul Gandhi on Saturday extended commiserations to the UK's Conservative Party leader Rishi Sunak on the party's recent electoral defeat, saying victories and setbacks are inevitable part of democracy and "we must take both in our stride".

In his letter to Sunak, Gandhi hailed the former British prime minister's dedication to public service and commitment to the British people. "I would like to extend my commiserations on the recent electoral outcome. Victories and setbacks are both an inevitable part of the journey in a democracy and we must take both in our stride," the Congress leader said.



22:32 IST, July 6th 2024

BJP MP Nishikant Dubey Raises Bangladeshi Intruders Issue, Calls It Big Concern For Jharkhand

On issue of Bangladeshi intruders, BJP MP Nishikant Dubey said, "Bangladeshi intruders is a big issue. The population of tribals is decreasing, I have said in the Parliament that the population has decreased from 36 per cent to 26 per cent. Hemant Soren, who talks about tribals, has no concern for the tribals. I am thankful to the High Court of Jharkhand, they have taken suo motu cognizance of it and have asked the government. I think that NRC will be soon implemented and we will send back all the Bangladeshi intruders from here. If the Bharatiya Janata Party government is formed here, we will also make a law for this."


22:26 IST, July 6th 2024

Gujarat CM Bhupendra Patel Offers Prayer at Jagannath Temple Ahead of Rath Yatra

Gujarat Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel on Saturday offered prayer at Jagannath Temple ahead of lord Jagannath Ratha Yatra on Sunday. 


22:24 IST, July 6th 2024

Delhi Court Refuses To Allow Presence of Arvind Kejriwal's Wife During Consultation With Medical Board

A Delhi court on Saturday refused to allow presence of Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal's wife during consultation with medical board, saying that she can approach independently. 

The CBI, meanwhile, informed the court that only the probe regarding CM Arvind Kejriwal in the corruption case linked to the alleged excise policy 'scam' was pending. The court which extended till July 15 the judicial custody of former Delhi deputy chief minister Manish Sisodia was informed by the central agency that the investigation regarding other accused was complete.


21:39 IST, July 6th 2024

Chamoli District Administration Put on Alert As Water Level of Alaknanda River Flows Above Warning Mark

Anil Kumar Pandey, Duty Officer of Uttarakhand Secretariat at Dehradun State Disaster Operations Center, has advised District Magistrate Chamoli to be cautious as the water level of Alaknanda River in the district is flowing 0.50 meters above the warning mark.


21:34 IST, July 6th 2024

CBI Arrests 7 Accused Including 5 Public Servants In Bribery Case

The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) has arrested seven accused including five Public Servants namely the Divisional Railway Manager(DRM), Senior Divisional Finance Manager (Sr. DFM), then Senior Divisional Engineer (Sr. DEN) Coordination, Office Superintendent, Account Assistant of South Central Railways, Guntakal Division (Andhra Pradesh) and two private persons namely Director of a Bangaluru based firm (Private Person) and another private person in a case of bribery of Rs 11 lakh and jewellery taken/ given for showing favours in railway tenders. 


21:28 IST, July 6th 2024

Crane Operator Dies After Falling From Crane At Tata Steelworks in Jamshedpur

A 32-year-old worker died after he fell from a crane at Tata Steelworks here on Saturday. The crane operator was taken to Tata Main Hospital, where doctors declared him dead. In the statement, Tata Steel said, “It is with deep regret that we confirm a tragic incident at our CRM facility in Jamshedpur.”


20:58 IST, July 6th 2024

Maharashtra DyCM Devendra Fadnavis Warns Mahayuti Leaders For Unnecessary Political Remarks

Upset over a few remarks made by the leaders of the ruling Mahayuti alliance in Maharashtra, Deputy CM Devendra Fadnavis sent a strong message to them, saying, "I want to request our leaders and spokesperson (Mahayuti) that don't speak against each other, respect everyone and don't create any confusion. We are in 'Yuti' if you have any problem talk with Eknath Shinde, Ajit Pawar & me. We have to compromise something in yuti. Opposition is ready to make compromises among them so we also have to walk together. If you don't like something don't make it issue."
 


20:53 IST, July 6th 2024

Society Should Encourage Youth To Become Agniveer, Says Ladakh LG Brigadier BD Mishra

Lieutenant Governor of Ladakh Brigadier BD Mishra (Retd) attended the Army Mela Program organised in Leh, Ladakh. During the event, the LG said, "We all have gathered here on the occasion of Kargil Diwas. To ensure the safety of the nation, youth need to join the Army. After joining the Agniveer program, they get groomed and become better than their counterparts. The government is concerned for the Agniveers. The society should encourage youth to become Agniveer."


19:58 IST, July 6th 2024

Minorities In India Are Among Most Secure And Safe In World, Says Union Minister George Kurian

Union Minister George Kurian on Saturday asserted that minorities in India were among the most secure and safe in the world. He further added that there are certain issues but those can be resolved.


19:56 IST, July 6th 2024

J&K DGP Hands Over Appointment Letters to SPOs Who Neutralised 3 Terrorists in Doda District

Jammu and Kashmir Director General of Police (DGP) RR Swain handed over appointment letters to the SPOs who recently achieved a major achievement in neutralizing 3 terrorists in Gandoh area who had sneaked into the Doda District.


19:32 IST, July 6th 2024

Security Heightened in Odisha's Puri Ahead of Rath Yatra

On security arrangements ahead of the Rath Yatra in Puri, Odisha ADG Law and Order, Sanjay Kumar said, "All the three chariots have been dragged and put on the respective places. All the security arrangements have been made. 180 platoons of force, three companies of Rapid Action Force, two companies of CRPF and special operations groups are deployed. The President of India will also arrive tomorrow. The mock drill of chariot dragging has been conducted. We will try our best to ensure that the public does not face any problems."


19:29 IST, July 6th 2024

Uttarakhand CM Directs Officials to Remain Alert For Disaster Management During Monsoon

Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami on Saturday directed the officials in a high-level meeting at the Chief Minister's residence to remain on alert mode for 24 hours for disaster management during the monsoon season. The CM took stock of the condition of rain and roads in both divisions by speaking to Garhwal Commissioner Vinay Shankar Pandey and Kumaon Commissioner Deepak Rawat virtually. The Chief Minister directed both commissioners to regularly review the arrangements of roads, drinking water, electricity, cleaning of drains etc. in their divisions.  


18:59 IST, July 6th 2024

Telangana CM Revanth Reddy Holds Meeting With Andhra CM Naidu

Telangana Chief Minister Revanth Reddy and Andhra Pradesh CM Nara Chandrababu Naidu on Saturday held a meeting at Jyotirao Phule Praja Bhavan in Hyderabad. 


18:57 IST, July 6th 2024

Rescue Operations Are Underway to Retrieve People Trapped Under Debris As 6 Storey Building Collapsed in Surat

After a residential building collapsed in Gujarat's Surat district, Anupam Singh Gehlot, the Surat Police Commissioner, said,"Today around 3 pm, a six-storey building collapsed in the Sachin area. Many people who were living in that building got trapped inside. Police and fire brigade reached the spot immediately. A woman was successfully rescued flats under the debris. Among the 30 flats inside the building, 4-5 flats were occupied and rest were empty. Many were at work and those people who were sleeping after nightshift got trapped. NDRF and SDRF all are working. Estimation is that 5-6 people are still trapped under the debris."


18:52 IST, July 6th 2024

Home Minister Amit Shah Dials Himanta Biswa Sarma, Takes Stock of Situation As Assam Grapples With Flood

Amidst heavy downpour causing flood like situation in Assam, Union Home Minister Amit Shah dialed CM Himanta Biswa Sarma and took stock of the situation. Shah later said, "On account of the heavy rains, a flood-like situation has occurred in Assam. Spoke with Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma about the ongoing situation. The NDRF and the SDRF are working on a war footing, providing relief and rescuing the victims. PM Narendra Modi stands firmly with the people of Assam and is committed to providing all possible assistance to the state in these challenging times."


18:29 IST, July 6th 2024

Encounter Between Security Forces And Terrorists Underway in Kulgam District

An encounter is underway between terrorists and the security forces in Frisal Chinnigam area of Kulgam district in Jammu and Kashmir. The police stated that the joint teams of the police and security forces are on the job.


18:26 IST, July 6th 2024

Madhya Pradesh Govt to Improve Management in Gaushalas to Ensure Care For Sick, Specially Abled Cattle

On sick and specially-abled cows in Madhya Pradesh, CM Mohan Yadav said, "It is our responsibility to save sick and specially-abled cows that keep roaming on roads. We will improve the management in Gaushalas by connecting the society. We are connecting more people to this initiative."


18:13 IST, July 6th 2024

AAP Leader Atishi Accuses BJP of Conspiracy After Delhi LG Gives Nod to Probe Rs 7 Cr Bribe Charge Against Satyendar Jain

On LG VK Saxena allowing investigation against AAP leader and former Delhi government minister Satyendra Jain, AAP leader Atishi said, "BJP is engaged in conspiracy against the Delhi government day and night. More than 200 cases were filed against Aam Aadmi Party leaders in 10 years. But to date, not a single rupee of corruption has been recovered from anywhere. Now this is another fake case. BJP wants to paralyze the Delhi government."


17:55 IST, July 6th 2024

Shivraj Singh Chouhan Slams TN Govt Over BSP Leader's Murder, Says DMK Govt is Pushing State Towards Anarchy

On Tamil Nadu BSP president's brutal murder in Chennai, Union Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan said, "DMK government is destroying the future of the youth of Tamil Nadu. The youth of Tamil Nadu should resolve to remove the DMK government from power. A political leader was brutally murdered yesterday and the present government is pushing the state towards anarchy. DMK government does not want the development of the state and the welfare of the poor. Let us all resolve to bring BJP government into power in Tamil Nadu in 2026."


17:15 IST, July 6th 2024

Hathras Stampede Case: Accused Dev Prakash Madhukar Sent to 14-day Judicial Custody

The main accused in the Hathras stampede case, Dev Prakash Madhukar, has been sent to 14-day judicial custody by CJM court.


17:13 IST, July 6th 2024

Encounter Breaks Out in South Kashmir

Another encounter broke out in Jammu and Kashmir between the security forces and the terror suspects. The Kashmir Zone police confirmed the incident saying that contact has been established at Frisal Chinnigam area in Kulgam district. The police and security forces are on the job. Further details shall follow. 


16:25 IST, July 6th 2024

BJP Spokesperson Sudhanshu Trivedi Slams Rahul Gandhi For His Remark on Hathras Incident

On Hathras stampede incident, BJP national spokesperson Sudhanshu Trivedi said, “I believe that the heart-wrenching incident of Hathras should be talked about with sensitivity, seriousness and maturity. The Uttar Pradesh government is working with full vigilance, accused have been arrested and strict action will be taken against those who are guilty. I want to ask Rahul Gandhi, your INDI Alliance government is there in Tamil Nadu, more than 50 people died there after consuming poisonous liquor. You did not even go there or give any statement. Your government was in Rajasthan, so many big incidents happened. Not a single word came out of your mouth. One should not do politics on such incidents for political gains and losses on the scale.”


16:22 IST, July 6th 2024

PM Modi Congratulates Newly Elected Iran's President Masoud Pezeshkian

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday congratulated Iran's newly-elected president Masoud Pezeshkian on his electoral win and expressed eagerness to work closely to deepen the two countries bilateral relation. 


16:06 IST, July 6th 2024

Hathras Stampede Case: Inquiry Commission Inspects Spot of Accident

A three-member Judicial Inquiry Commission formed by the Uttar Pradesh government has inspected the spot where the stampede took place on 2nd July claiming the lives of 121 lives. See visuals..


15:25 IST, July 6th 2024

'Political Parties Linked With Accused For Personal Gain Won't Be Spared'

In a press conference on the Hathras Stampede, the police has said that there is political involvement here and that an investigation of money trail is underway. The police has also said that the political parties who are linked with the accused for political gain, will not be spared.


15:02 IST, July 6th 2024

Muzaffarnagar Bus Accident: 1 Killed, Many Injured

Two buses have overturned in Uttar Pradesh's Muzaffarnagar claiming one life and injuring 17 others.


14:56 IST, July 6th 2024

BJP President JP Nadda Arrives in Jammu

BJP National President & Union Minister JP Nadda has arrived in Jammu and will be attending the party's extended working committee meeting here.


14:55 IST, July 6th 2024

Bibhav Kumar's Judicial Custody Extended in Swati Maliwal Case

Tis Hazari court has extended the judicial custody of Bibhav Kumar till July 16 in the Swati Maliwal Assault Case; CM Kejriwal's aide was produced in court via video conferencing.


14:52 IST, July 6th 2024

Conspiracy of Crime under Probe, No Threat Found: Police Commissioner on Armstrong's Murder

On the murder of BSP state president K Armstrong, Greater Chennai Police Commissioner Sandeep Rai Rathore has said that the cause of murder is yet to be ascertained and the conspiracy behind it is being investigated; no threat has been found after accessing records.


14:41 IST, July 6th 2024

LK Advani Is Now Stable and Healthy

After being discharged from the hospital, veteran BJP leader LK Advani is stable, healthy and is resting at home. 


14:04 IST, July 6th 2024

K Keshava Rao Appointed as Advisor to Telangana Government (Public Affairs)

Former BRS leader K Keshava Rao, who recently joined the Congress, has been appointed as Advisor to the Telangana Government (Public Affairs) in the status of a Cabinet Minister.


14:00 IST, July 6th 2024

Rahul Gandhi May Visit Manipur on July 8

Congress leader Rahul Gandhi is likely to visit Manipur on July 8; this would be his first visit to the north-eastern state after the Lok Sabha Elections.


13:30 IST, July 6th 2024

Encounter Starts In South Kashmir, Terrorists Likely to be Trapped

An encounter has begun in South Kashmir's Kulgam and it is likely that two terrorists are trapped. 


13:23 IST, July 6th 2024

Gujarat Police Detains Bajrang Dal Members Protesting Against Rahul Gandhi

The Bajrang Dal supporters are protesting against Congress leader Rahul Gandhi who is on a Gujarat visit; they have been detained by the Gujarat Police.


13:20 IST, July 6th 2024

Jairam Ramesh Reacts to Indefinite Postponement of NEET-UG Counselling

The NEET-UG Counselling has been deferred until further notice amid the paper leak row. Reacting to it, Jairam Ramesh has said, “The whole NEET-UG issue is getting worse by the day.”


12:55 IST, July 6th 2024

Rishikesh-Badrinath Highway (NH-58) Closed

Due to incessant rainfall, there has been a landslide which has disrupted traffic on the Rishikesh-Badrinath Highway (NH-58); the highway is closed.


12:51 IST, July 6th 2024

3-Member Judicial Inquiry Commission Reaches Hathras, Investigation Underway

A three-member Judicial Inquiry Commission, formed by the UP government to investigate the deadly stampede in the satsang of Bhole Baba', has reached Hathras Police Lines. An investigation is underway.


12:46 IST, July 6th 2024

Fire Breaks Out in Khar Area of Mumbai after Cylinder Blast

According to the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC), a fire broke out in huts built for construction workers in the Khar area of ​​Mumbai; this happened after a cylinder blast. One person has been injured and is admitted to the hospital. 


12:23 IST, July 6th 2024

Lok Sabha Speaker Holds Road Show in Rajasthan

Lok Sabha Speaker and BJP MP from Kota, Om Birla holds roadshow in Bundi, Rajasthan. See visuals..


12:11 IST, July 6th 2024

Land For Job Scam Case: Delhi court Grants Time to ED till August 6 to File Supplementary Charge Sheet

Delhi's Rouse Avenue court has granted time to the Enforcement Directorate (ED) to file a supplementary charge sheet in land for job money laundering case by August 6.

The probe agency submitted that the investigation is at an advanced stage.

The Court has listed ED's application seeking a copy of CBI's conclusive charge sheet for consideration on July 10. However, the court has listed the CBI's conclusive charge sheet for consideration on July 15.

(Inputs from ANI)


12:08 IST, July 6th 2024

'Election Commission's Job to Announce the Elections,' says BJP National General Secretary Tarun Chugh

On BJP J&K State Executive Meeting, BJP National General Secretary Tarun Chugh says, "State Working Committee meetings are happening all over the country. BJP National President JP Nadda is going to attend the meeting here. It is because of the party workers that the BJP has formed the government for the third time."

On J&K elections, he says, "It is the Election Commission's job to announce the elections. The BJP has always guarded the democracy. The BJP is a worker-based party, we discuss and move forward together..."


12:09 IST, July 6th 2024

Police Detains BSP Supporters Protesting Outside Rajiv Gandhi Government Hospital

Police detained BSP workers and supporters protesting outside Rajiv Gandhi Government Hospital demanding a CBI probe of the murder of their state president, K. Armstrong.


11:07 IST, July 6th 2024

Mayawati to Visit Chennai Tomorrow to Meet Armstrong's Family

BSP chief Mayawati will be going to Chennai tomorrow and meet the family of Armstrong, the Tamil Nadu BSP Chief who was hacked to death near her residence.


11:04 IST, July 6th 2024

Manish Sisodia's Judicial Custody Extended Till July 15

Delhi Court extends Judicial Custody of Delhi's former deputy CM Manish Sisodia till July 15 in CBI case of Excise Policy case.


10:42 IST, July 6th 2024

BSP Supporters Denied Entry in Hospital as they Protest Against Party TN Chief's Murder

BSP workers and protestors have been protesting against the gruesome murder of the party's Tamil Nadu Chief K Armstrong; the police has stopped them from entering the hospital premises.


10:35 IST, July 6th 2024

3 Children Killed after Balcony of House Collapses in Faridabad

In a tragic incident, three children lost their lives after the balcony of a house collapsed in Faridabad, Haryana on Friday evening because of heavy rain.


10:24 IST, July 6th 2024

'Rahul Gandhi is the Biggest Liar', BJP MP on Agniveer Compensation Row

On the ongoing Agniveer Compensation Row, BJP MP Deepak Prakash has called Rahul Gandhi the ‘biggest liar’ who is trying to mislead the people of India.


10:01 IST, July 6th 2024

Self-Styled Godman's Ashram in Kasganj | Video

Amid the first-ever video statement of the self-styled godman ‘Bhole Baba’ after the horrific Hathras Stampede, take a look at the visuals of his ashram in Uttar Pradesh's district Kasganj.


09:57 IST, July 6th 2024

Separate Security Arrangements for President in Puri

Ahead of President Murmu's visit to Puri in Odisha for the Jagannath Rath Yatra, special arrangements have been made to ensure complete security. 


10:30 IST, July 6th 2024

IMD Issues Red Alert for Rain in Kumaon Division of Uttarakhand, Schools Closed

The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a red alert in Kumaon division of Uttarakhand. Schools and anganwadis in all districts from classes 1 to 12 will remain closed today.


09:28 IST, July 6th 2024

Heavy Rain in Rajasthan, Waterlogging Reported in Many Districts

The desert state of Rajasthan has been experiencing heavy rainfall for the past few days; waterlogging has been reported in multiple districts including Tonk.


09:22 IST, July 6th 2024

President Murmu to Attend Jagannath Rath Yatra On June 7 | LIVE

President Droupadi Murmu will be attending the Jagannath Rath Yatra in Puri, Odisha on June 7; the President of India is expected to reach Puri today, on June 6.


08:54 IST, July 6th 2024

UP CM Listens to Public Grievances at Gorakhnath Temple Premises

Visuals have come out in which the Uttar Pradesh CM Yogi Adityanath is seen listening to public grievances in the Gorakhnath Temple premises; he has also asked the officials to resolve these problems at the earliest.


08:50 IST, July 6th 2024

Rudraprayag Gaurikund NH 107 Blocked Due To Heavy Rain

According to the Rudraprayag Police, the Rudraprayag Gaurikund NH 107 has been blocked in the Doliya Devi (Phata) area, because of torrential rain in Uttarakhand. Constant efforts are being made to open the road.


08:46 IST, July 6th 2024

Amit Malviya Reacts to BSP Tamil Nadu Chief's Murder, Attacks Rahul Gandhi

Reacting to the murder of K Armstrong, the BSP Chief of Tamil Nadu, Amit Malviya has launched an attack on Rahul Gandhi and has given this statement.


08:31 IST, July 6th 2024

BSP Workers Protest in TN After State President's Murder | LIVE

BSP workers and supporters are protesting outside the hospital in Tamil Nadu where the mortal remains of state party president K Armstrong have been kept for autopsy. The BSP Tamil Nadu President was murdered near his residence.


08:27 IST, July 6th 2024

'May God Give Us Strength to Bear this Pain': "Godman in First Video Message since Stampede

In a first, absconding self-styled godman, ‘Bhole Baba’ has released a video statement. He has expressed grief over the deaths and has asked the victims to keep faith in the govt and administration.


07:54 IST, July 6th 2024

Educational Institutions Shut in this Karnataka District due to Rain

Due to heavy rainfall, all schools, anganwadis and pre-university colleges in the Dakshina Kannada district of Karnataka will remain closed today.


07:46 IST, July 6th 2024

5 Children Stuck on a Hill in Thane Rescued by NDRF and Fire Brigade Team

The NDRF & fire brigade team have rescued five children who got stuck while catching crabs on a hill near the Mumbra Khadi Machine Dam, in Thane. The children are all safe now.


07:40 IST, July 6th 2024

'Highly Deplorable and Condemnable': Mayawati on Murder of BSP TN President

Reacting to the cold murder of BSP Tamil Nadu President, K Armstrong, party president Mayawati has called it highly deplorable and condemnable. The political veteran has also demanded the arrest of those guilty.


07:34 IST, July 6th 2024

'8 Suspects Secured': Addl COP, Chennai North on TN BSP President

Giving an update on the preliminary investigation in the murder of Tamil Nadu BSP President K Armstrong, the Addl COP, Chennai North, Asra Garg has said, “We have secured 8 suspects so far.”


07:30 IST, July 6th 2024

Hathras Stampede Main Accused Arrested, his Advocate Releases Video Statement

The main accused in the Hathras Stampede case has been arrested. His lawyer said in a video message, "Dev Prakash Madhukar who was named in the FIR in the Hathras case, was said to be the main organiser has surrendered in front of SIT, STF and Police. It was my promise…'


07:23 IST, July 6th 2024

Odisha Assembly to Begin from July 22 | LIVE

Odisha Assembly will begin on 22 July with the Governor's address. The budget for the state will be presented on 25 July.

Updated 00:06 IST, July 7th 2024