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Nirbhaya Rape-murder Case: Is Statist Revenge Just or a Closure at All?
Today we applaud a hanging, not knowing that we might all one day be dragged to death for right or wrong reasons, for war or crime, in the name of nationality, law or one man’s beliefs.
Maradu Flats Demolition: Section 144 to be in Place in Evacuation Zone, Says Police
The complexes housing a total of 343 flats would be brought down using the implosion method and the companies engaged for it have completed the filling of explosives in the structures on Wednesday.
India, US Making 'Very Good Progress' on Trade, Says Ambassador Harsh Vardhan Shringla
India is keen on a fair and reasonable trade deal in which its request for market access is secured while also addressing the trade deficit issue raised by the US.
Skoda India to Launch 5 New and Updated Models in February
All the upcoming Skoda models are expected to be showcased at Auto Expo 2020 that will be held from February 7 to February 12.
3 People Missing After Fishing Boat Collides With Russian Tanker in Istanbul
The collision took place early Friday morning on the Bosphorus Strait causing the fishing boat to sink. Authorities were able to rescue three out of the six people on board.
Solar Eclipse 2020: Moon Gazers Will See the 'Ring of Fire' Twice This Year
The solar eclipse on June 21, 2020, will be annular, which means the Moon will cover the Sun's centre, leaving the Sun's visible outer edges to form a ‘ring of fire’.
DuckDuckGo Tops the List of Most Popular Alternative Browsers in EU Countries
Google had held an auction to search for an alternative search engine after the EU ruled that Android users should be provided with a choice of search engine and browser,
Lunar Eclipse January 2020: Chandra Grahan’s Time in Bengaluru
In a penumbral lunar eclipse, the Sun, the Earth and the Moon are not perfectly aligned with each other. The Earth only blocks parts of the sun's light from reaching the moon's surface.
‘Chaos Is the Point’: Russian Hackers and Trolls Grow Stealthier in 2020
While US election defenses have improved since 2016, many of the vulnerabilities exploited four years ago remain and attacks are getting more sophisticated.
Local Pollutants Like Traffic, Construction Contribute Significantly to Delhi Pollution: Report
Researchers from the University of Surrey in the UK noted that given the dominance of local sources, efforts to control pollution are needed throughout the year, not just during winters, when the problem reaches its peak.
BMW Motorrad Sells 2,403 Units in 2019, Shows 10 Per Cent Growth
The momentum was primarily driven by the hugely popular BMW G 310 R and the BMW G 310 GS motorcycles which commanded a share of over 85 per cent in the yearly sales.
Japanese PM Proceeds With Middle East Trip Despite Tensions in Area
Media had reported this week the trip would be cancelled as tensions rose in the region, but Shinzo Abe's cabinet stated that the Prime Minster will visit the region as intended from January 11-15.
For Effective Policing in Uttar Pradesh, Govt to Introduce Police Commissioner System
The Police Commissioner system gives free hand to the local police chief to act freely and swiftly, particularly in a law and order situation.
AMU Students Continue Anti-CAA Protests Despite Administration's Warning
The protesting AMU students sang revolutionary songs and poems in chorus. The protest concluded with a recitation of the AMU anthem and India's National Anthem.
Rupee Gains 7 Paise Against US Dollar Amid Easing Oil Prices
At the interbank foreign exchange market, the rupee opened marginally lower at 71.25 but soon stabilised to trade at 71.14.
Hong Kong Workers Flock to Labour Unions as New Protest Tactic
About 40 pro-democracy unions have formed in recent months or are in the process of registering with the government, with dozens more starting to organise.