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Delhi HC allows withdrawal of PIL against YoYo Honey Singh's song 'Maniac'
New Delhi, March 26: The Delhi High Court on Wednesday permitted the withdrawal of a Public Interest Litigation (PIL) that raised concerns about the lyrics of the song 'Maniac', produced by YoYo Honey Singh Productions Private Limited.
Cong gives privilege notice against Amit Shah for 'casting aspersions' on Sonia Gandhi
New Delhi, March 26: Congress party on Wednesday moved a privilege motion against Union Home Minister Amit Shah for ‘casting aspersions’ on its Rajya Sabha MP and former party president Sonia Gandhi.
PM Matru Vandana Yojana severely underfunded: Sonia Gandhi
New Delhi, March 26: Congress Parliamentary Party Chairperson and Rajya Sabha MP, Sonia Gandhi, on Wednesday raised concerns in the Rajya Sabha over the underfunding of the Pradhan Mantri Matru Vandana Yojana (PMMVY) and the non-fulfilment of maternity entitlements under the National Food Security Act (NFSA), 2013.
TN govt lists measures to tackle rising heatwave risk
Chennai, March 26: The Tamil Nadu Health Department has initiated precautionary steps to address the increasing threat of heatwaves across the state.
Global research on ashwagandha surges by 111.58 pc between 2019 and 2024: Centre
New Delhi, March 25: From just 95 studies in 2019, the number of studies published on ashwagandha worldwide surged to 201 in 2024 -- a 111.58 per cent increase, said the Ministry of Ayush on Tuesday.
Tanzania reports 40 pc reduction in new TB infections over eight years
Dar es Salaam, March 25: Tanzania joined the international community in marking World Tuberculosis (TB) Day, saying the government has successfully reduced new TB infections by about 40 per cent in eight years.
EU supports plan to rebuild Gaza under Palestinian Authority: Top diplomat
Ramallah, March 25: Kaja Kallas, the European Union's (EU) high representative for foreign affairs and security policy, said that the EU supports the Gaza reconstruction plan approved by an emergency Arab summit earlier this month.
Indian Navy to participate in a multilateral maritime exercise with African countries
New Delhi, March 24: Indian Navy will participate in a large scale multilateral maritime engagement exercise with African Countries, titled as 'Africa India Key Maritime Engagement', also known as AIKEYME. It means 'Unity' in Sanskrit, this is an initiative in this direction to enhance interoperability with the navies and maritime agencies.
Algeria moves to criminalise French colonialism amid diplomatic tensions with Paris
Algiers, March 24: Algeria's parliament has established a commission to draft a law criminalising French colonial rule (1830-1962), a move deemed "historical" amid escalating diplomatic tensions between the two countries.
Estonia's ruling coalition promises higher defence spending
Tallinn, March 24: Estonia's ruling coalition has pledged to strengthen national defence by increasing military spending and reinforcing NATO's role in the country's security.
Israel approves new body to oversee 'voluntary relocation' of Palestinians in Gaza
Jerusalem, March 23: Israel's Security Cabinet has approved the establishment of a controversial new directorate to coordinate the "voluntary relocation" of Palestinians from Gaza to third countries, the Defence Ministry said in a statement on Sunday.
Tanzania launches updated national policy to enhance water protection, availability
Dar es Salaam, March 23: Tanzania has launched the 2025 edition of the National Water Policy, aiming to enhance water availability and beef up the protection of water sources.
ARV & ASV vaccines available at PHCs and sub-centres: TN Health Minister
Chennai, March 23: Tamil Nadu Health and Family Welfare Minister Ma. Subramanian said on Sunday that both anti-rabies (ARV) and anti-snake venom (ASV) vaccines have been made available at PHCs and sub-centres in the state.
Market Outlook: PMI, FIIs and global economic data key triggers for next week
New Delhi, March 23: The market outlook for next week will be guided by several domestic and global factors such as PMI, FIIs, Indian banks loan and deposit growth, the US new home sales, US Initial Jobless Claims and the UK GDP data for Q4.
Grateful nation pays tribute to Bhagat Singh, Rajguru, Sukhdev, says PM Modi on Shaheed Diwas
New Delhi, March 23: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday paid homage to revolutionaries Bhagat Singh, Shivaram Rajguru, and Sukhdev Thapar on their death anniversary, observed as Shaheed Diwas or Martyrs' Day.
Pope Francis to be discharged from hospital today: Report
Vatican City, March 23: Pope Francis will be discharged on Sunday from the hospital where he has spent more than a month being treated for double pneumonia, said Sergio Alfieri, the head of the team taking care of the pontiff, media reported.
Pope Francis to be discharged from hospital on Sunday: Report
Vatican City, March 23: Pope Francis will be discharged on Sunday from the hospital where he has spent more than a month being treated for double pneumonia, Sergio Alfieri, the head of the team taking care of the pontiff, announced, CNN reported.
India will be free of Naxalism in a year, government will not tolerate terrorism: Amit Shah
New Delhi, March 22: Noting that the country will be free of Naxalism in a year, Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Friday said the Modi government will neither tolerate terrorism nor terrorists and no one dares to carry out bomb blasts in the country, as happened during the UPA government.
Relief workers' killing, aid blockade hamper UN humanitarian deliveries in Gaza
United Nations, March 22: UN humanitarians are seeking Israel's assurance of safety, as intensified hostilities have joined aid blockage in severely hampering the delivery of relief into Gaza.
BJD MP Sasmit Patra urges MHA to launch spl initiatives for modernisation, welfare of CAPFs
Bhubaneswar, March 21: Senior Biju Janata Dal leader and Rajya Sabha MP Sasmit Patra on Friday advocated the launching of special initiatives for the modernisation and welfare of Central Armed Police Forces (CAPF) in the country.
'Eager to Impress', Deepika reflects on winning Upcoming Player of the Year (U-21) award
New Delhi, March 21: Considered to be one of the brightest and most dynamic youngsters in the set-up, Deepika, who was recently awarded the Hockey India Asunta Lakra Award for Upcoming Player of the Year (Women - Under 21), is keen to leave her mark at the highest level, as per the Hockey India press release.
Geneva: Balochistan human rights crisis raised at UNHRC session
Geneva, March 21: Niaz Baloch, Coordinator of the Baloch National Movement (BNM) Foreign Department and a Central Committee Member, highlighted the alarming human rights situation in Balochistan, during the 58th Session of the United Nations Human Rights Council (UNHRC) in Geneva.
Indian qualifier Sankar Subramanian stuns world no. 2 Anders Antonsen in Swiss Open
Basel, March 21: Indian qualifier S Sankar Muthusamy Subramanian pulled off an upset win over world number two, Denmark's Anders Antonsen and sail into the quarterfinals of the Swiss Open, a BWF World Tour Super 300 tournament, on Friday.
Israeli forces expand ground operation in Gaza as Hamas fires rockets at Israel
Jerusalem, March 21: The Israeli military said its troops were expanding their ground operation in southern Gaza, advancing into the Shabura refugee camp in Rafah city.
J&K Chief Minister greets people on 'Nauroz'
Jammu, March 20: Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister, Omar Abdullah on Thursday greeted people on the festival of 'Nauroz' that heralds the arrival of spring season.
US federal immigration authorities detain Indian post-doctoral student
Washington, DC, March 20: US federal immigration authorities have detained a Georgetown University researcher studying and teaching on a student visa in Virginia in the United States, Politico reported. The detention comes amid the Trump administration's crackdown on student activists whom the government accuses of opposing US foreign policy, Politico reported, citing court papers.
India-Lithuania bilateral relationship very good, has only positive elements: Lithuania's Foreign Secy
New Delhi, March 20: Lauding the bilateral ties between Lithuania and India, Lithuania's Foreign Secretary Laimonas Talat-Kelpsa said that the ties between the two nations are "very good" and have only positive elements, giving a strong platform for future collaboration.
India to drive 6 pc of global trade growth in 5 years, secure 3rd place: Report
Mumbai, March 20: India is projected to drive 6 per cent of global trade growth in the next five years, securing third place worldwide behind the US and China, according to a new report released on Thursday.
Hugh Jackman, Sonia Friedman team up for new theatrical venture
Los Angeles, March 20: Actor Hugh Jackman has teamed up with producer Sonia Friedman to launch a new company dedicated to creating “intimate and accessible” live theater.
Israeli airstrike kills 16 at Gaza mourning gathering
Gaza, March 20: At least 16 Palestinians were killed and over 30 wounded in an Israeli airstrike that struck a crowd of mourners in the northern Gaza Strip, according to Gaza health authorities.
UN chief saddened by death of staff member in Israeli attacks on Gaza
United Nations, March 20: UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres is "deeply saddened and shocked" by the death of a UN staff member during the Israeli bombing in the Gaza Strip, condemning all attacks on UN personnel and calling for a full investigation, his spokesman said.
'All countrymen should stand with farmers,' says Bajrang Punia on ongoing protest at Shambhu border
Shambhu Border, March 20: Indian Olympic medallist wrestler Bajrang Punia slammed the government after several farmers were arrested during the ongoing protest at the Shambhu Border in Punjab.
Ultraviolette Tesseract scooter surges past 50,000 pre-bookings within two weeks of unveil
New Delhi, March 19: Ultraviolette, a pioneer in performance electric mobility, has achieved a groundbreaking milestone with the Tesseract, The World's Most Advanced Scooter.
Savita Punia reflects on Hockey India Awards and the support behind her success
New Delhi, March 19: Former Indian Women's Hockey Team captain and seasoned goalkeeper Savita Punia was honoured with the prestigious Hockey India Balbir Singh Sr. Award for Player of the Year (Women) and the Hockey India Baljit Singh Award for Goalkeeper of the Year at the Hockey India 7th Annual Awards 2024, held in New Delhi last week.
Ayodhya has not just religious connotations but also cultural ramifications, Honorary Consul General of Albania to India says
New Delhi, March 19: Dikshu Kukreja, the Honorary Consul General of Albania to India and head of the architecture firm CP Kukreja, which is part of the consortium that developed the master plan for Ayodhya, expressed gratitude for being involved in such a significant project.
Diljit Dosanjh wraps up the UK schedule of 'Sardaar Ji 3'
Mumbai, March 18: Diljit Dosanjh has wrapped up the UK schedule of his much-awaited drama, "Sardaar Ji 3".
Bulgaria declares national day of mourning for North Macedonia's nightclub fire victims
Sofia, March 18: The Bulgarian government declared Tuesday a national day of mourning for the victims of the nightclub fire in North Macedonia that killed at least 59 people.
MGNREGA has been weakened, says Sonia Gandhi in Rajya Sabha
New Delhi, March 18: Congress Parliamentary Party Chairperson and Rajya Sabha member Sonia Gandhi on Tuesday raised concerns over the weakening of the Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Act (MGNREGA) scheme.
Ultraviolette expands footprint in East India; Launches UV Space Station in Patna
Patna, March 18: Ultraviolette, the manufacturer behind the 'Fastest Indian Motorcycle,' has officially inaugurated its first experience center, known as the UV Space Station, in Patna, marking a major milestone in its nationwide expansion.
Can't leave Bofors probe hanging, still people and papers out there: Chitra Subramaniam (IANS Interview)
New Delhi, March 18: Nearly four decades after it broke out, the probe into the Bofors scandal still remains inconclusive even though papers and people that can establish the truth are still out there but are still ignored and unutilised, says journalist Chitra Subramaniam.