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Fresh plea in SC seeks probe into US indictment of Adani

The US Department of Justice has accused Adani of being part of an elaborate scheme to pay USD 265 million (about Rs 2,200 crore) bribe to Indian officials in exchange for favourable terms for solar power contracts in four Indian states

24 November,2024 03:24 PM IST | PTI
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Will collectively introspect 'shocking' drubbing in Maharashtra polls: Congress

The BJP-led Mahayuti alliance on Saturday won 230 of the 288 assembly seats in Maharashtra and the Congress-led Maha Vikas Aghadi managed to garner just 46 seats

24 November,2024 02:11 PM IST | mid-day online correspondent
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Delhi air pollution: Air quality improves slightly in city

At 8 am, the Air Quality Index (AQI) was recorded at 357, falling under the 'very poor' category, compared to the 24-hour average AQI of 412 at 4 pm on Saturday, according to the Central Pollution Control Board

24 November,2024 02:01 PM IST | mid-day online correspondent
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PM Modi to host Viksit Bharat Young Leaders' Dialogue in Delhi on January 11-12

He also praised on the country's youth and said that when youth get together to brainstorm on ideas to take the country forward "concrete results" are obtained

24 November,2024 01:34 PM IST | mid-day online correspondent
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BJP's R Ashok criticises CM Siddaramaiah following Congress' by-poll success

CM Siddaramaiah on X said that the by-elections were critical for his administration, especially in light of the false allegations propagated by both the BJP and Janata Dal (Secular) (JDS)

24 November,2024 12:45 PM IST | mid-day online correspondent
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Congress has no leadership in Maharashtra: BJP's Ashok Chavan

Chavan, who switched from Congress and joined the BJP earlier this year, slammed his former party, stating that it has no leadership in Maharashtra.

24 November,2024 11:56 AM IST | PTI
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3.8 magnitude tremor hits Dima Hasao in Assam

According to the National Center for Seismology, the tremor was recorded at around 11 PM on Saturday and was centred around the Dima Hasao region at a depth of 10 km

24 November,2024 11:54 AM IST | ANI
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COP29: India rejects new USD 300 bn climate finance deal

Nations agreed on the USD 300 billion climate finance deal for Global South at the UN climate talks taking place here in Azerbaijan.

24 November,2024 11:52 AM IST | PTI
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UP: Car rams into stationary tractor in Raebareli; 3 killed, 8 injured

Police reached the spot in Sultanpur village and took the injured to a community health centre where they were given first-aid.

24 November,2024 11:33 AM IST | PTI
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Same EVMs were used in Jharkhand, says BJP leader amid opposition allegations

In the Maharashtra Assembly elections, the BJP secured a significant victory, winning 132 seats. Its allies, the Shiv Sena (led by Chief Minister Eknath Shinde) and the NCP (led by Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar), won 57 and 41 seats, respectively, out of a total of 288 seats

24 November,2024 11:25 AM IST | mid-day online correspondent
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NATO to hold talks after Russia’s hypersonic missile attack

The conflict is “entering a decisive phase”, Poland’s Prime Minister Donald Tusk said late on Friday, and “taking on very dramatic dimensions”.

24 November,2024 08:51 AM IST | Agencies
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UN paves way for treaty on crimes against humanity

The resolution calls for a time-bound process with preparatory sessions in 2026 and 2027, and three-week negotiating sessions in 2028 and 2029 to finalise a treaty on crimes against humanity.

24 November,2024 08:50 AM IST | Agencies
NDA gains substantial traction in 14 state bypolls

NDA gains substantial traction in 14 state bypolls

In the politically crucial state of Uttar Pradesh, the BJP and Rashtriya Lok Dal won in seven bypoll constituencies, while Akhilesh Yadav’s SP won only Karhal and Sishamau

24 November,2024 08:44 AM IST | New Delhi | Agencies
Jharkhand elections 2024: JMM clinches crucial Dumka, Chandankiyari seats

Jharkhand elections 2024: JMM clinches crucial Dumka, Chandankiyari seats

Basant Soren won the Dumka seat in a bypoll in 2020, defeating BJP's Lois Marandi by 6,842 votes.

24 November,2024 08:42 AM IST | Ranchi | Agencies
Message of development endorsed, politics of lies defeated: PM Modi

Message of development endorsed, politics of lies defeated: PM Modi

PM Modi said divisive forces, negative politics and dynasticism have been defeated in the Maharashtra election and bypolls in various states

23 November,2024 10:30 PM IST | New Delhi | mid-day online correspondent
Police lathi charge outside counting centre in Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar

Police lathi charge outside counting centre in Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar

To prevent any untoward incident, police used 'mild' lathi charge to disperse the supporters of the two Shiv Senas, an official said

23 November,2024 10:17 PM IST | Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar | mid-day online correspondent
Jharkhand elections 2024: JMM-led INDIA bloc poised for victory in Jharkhand

Jharkhand elections 2024: JMM-led INDIA bloc poised for victory in Jharkhand

The coalition, which includes JMM, Congress, Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD), and the Communist Party of India (Marxist-Leninist) Liberation, has secured 50 seats and is leading in 6 others, indicating a commanding performance in the elections

23 November,2024 07:27 PM IST | Ranchi | mid-day online correspondent
Development, good governance win: PM Modi hails Mahayuti's 'historic' victory

Development, good governance win: PM Modi hails Mahayuti's 'historic' victory

Mahayuti has either won or is leading on 230 out of 288 seats in the Maharashtra assembly polls while opposition Maha Vikas Aghadi has won or is leading in 50 seats

23 November,2024 06:37 PM IST | New Delhi | mid-day online correspondent
Congress leader Prithviraj Chavan loses Karad (South) seat by 39,355 votes

Congress leader Prithviraj Chavan loses Karad (South) seat by 39,355 votes

Prithviraj Chavan's loss is considered a severe jolt to Congress as he has been an MLA from the Karad (South) seat since 2014

23 November,2024 05:49 PM IST | Pune | mid-day online correspondent
Priyanka Gandhi leads in Wayanad, BJP ahead in Palakkad Assembly seat

Priyanka Gandhi leads in Wayanad, BJP ahead in Palakkad Assembly seat

At Chelakkara Assembly constituency, the CPI(M) candidate U.R. Pradeep was leading by 1,890 votes when the counting of votes at the EVMs began

23 November,2024 03:24 PM IST | Thiruvananthapuram | IANS
Jharkhand polls 2024: JMM-led INDIA bloc leading in 50 seats, NDA ahead in 30

Jharkhand polls 2024: JMM-led INDIA bloc leading in 50 seats, NDA ahead in 30

Chief Minister Hemant Soren is leading in the Barhait constituency with a margin of 12,818 votes over BJP’s Gamliyel Hembrom after the third round of counting

23 November,2024 02:06 PM IST | Ranchi | mid-day online correspondent
Waqf Bill listed for discussion alongside 14 other bills in winter session

    Waqf Bill listed for discussion alongside 14 other bills in winter session

    The government has listed 16 bills for the winter session of Parliament, which begins on Monday. This includes a bill to amend the Waqf Act. Of the 16, five bills are for introduction and passing, while 11 bills are for consideration and passing. The opposition has demanded an extension for the Joint Parliamentary Committee (JPC) on the Waqf (Amendment) Bill to complete its work. JPC Chairman Jagdambika Pal stated that the committee's report is ready, and they will hold clause-by-clause discussions. The bill has been referred to the JPC by Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla, and the committee will follow his decision. The committee is expected to submit its report during the winter session, which will last until December 20 and include 19 sittings. Watch video

    24 November,2024 04:17 PM IST
    37 killed in sectarian violence in Pakistan

    37 killed in sectarian violence in Pakistan

    Gunfire is also continuing in Balishkhel, Khar Kali, Kunj Alizai and Maqbal.

    24 November,2024 08:48 AM IST | Peshawar | Agencies

    Israeli airstrikes kill at least 11, injure dozens in central Beirut

    The strike on Lebanon’s capital on Saturday comes despite the ICC issuing arrest warrants for Benjamin Netanyahu and talks of a ceasefire, overseen by the US

    24 November,2024 08:47 AM IST | Beirut | Agencies

    Is this the Messiah 2.0?

    A church in Switzerland has introduced an AI hologram of Jesus to hear confessions, blending faith with futuristic technology. The digital saviour offers spiritual advice in over 100 languages

    24 November,2024 08:45 AM IST | Los Angeles | A Correspondent
    Over 30 lakh devotees make pilgrimage to Badrinath and Kedarnath in 2024: Report

    Over 30 lakh devotees make pilgrimage to Badrinath and Kedarnath in 2024: Report

    The Shri Badrinath-Kedarnath Temple Committee reported a record-breaking 30,87,417 pilgrims visiting Badrinath and Kedarnath Dhams during the 2024 Yatra season, highlighting the success of temple and local administration efforts

    18 November,2024 10:03 AM IST | Dehradun

    Gurunanak Jayanti brings light and devotion to Mumbai's gurudwaras

    Mumbai marks Guru Nanak’s birth anniversary with celebrations highlighting his teachings on unity, service, and compassion.

    16 November,2024 02:07 PM IST | Mumbai | Anisha Shrivastava

    Varanasi: Large crowds gather at Dashashwamedh Ghat for 'Ganga Mahotsav 2024'

    Large crowds gathered at Varanasi's Dashashwamedh Ghat for the ongoing Ganga Mahotsav 2024, where cultural performances, including a Kathak dance by Yasmin Singh, added to the vibrant atmosphere. The festival celebrates the spiritual significance of the Ganges and attracts visitors from around the world

    13 November,2024 09:59 AM IST | Varanasi
    Lobo Lobo Dosanjh

    Lobo Lobo Dosanjh

    “So why you so upset, Lobo Lobo… Gujarat is a dry state… surely, they would have objections.”

    24 November,2024 07:40 AM IST | Mumbai | Rahul da Cunha
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