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CM Chouhan Moves to Dilute SC/ST Act in Poll-Bound MP to Placate Protesting Upper Castes
The chief minister’s clarification came a day ahead of the Brahmin Mahakumbh to be held in Ujjain. The mega event, among other things, plans to protest against the SC/ST Act.
Bengaluru Civic Body Gets 3 Days to Fill 2,172 Potholes; Court Asks 'Not Ashamed to Count Them?'
The BBMP, in its affidavit, said that there are 2,172 potholes that need to be filled. They have been given three days' time by the high court to work on them.
CAG Questions Gujarat Govt's Claim on Open Defecation Free Status
In a survey conducted in eight districts, nearly 30 per cent of houses were found to have no toilets, said the CAG report tabled in the state Assembly on Wednesday.
Defence Analyst Abhijit Iyer-Mitra Arrested Days After Konark Temple 'Joke', Granted Bail
A privilege motion was moved against the analyst in the Odisha Assembly, demanding action against him for allegedly hurting religious sentiments after he tweeted a video commentary from the temple.
Suffering From Painful Orthopaedic Ailment, Says Congress Delhi Chief Ajay Maken Amid Resignation Rumours
The Congress on Tuesday dismissed as "rumours" reports that Maken has resigned and said he has gone for a medical checkup abroad and continues holding the post.
Want You to Have Phones With 'Made in Dungarpur' Tag: Rahul Gandhi in Poll-bound Rajasthan
Taking Congress' campaign for the upcoming Rajasthan assembly elections to Dungarpur on Thursday, Rahul Gandhi attacked the Modi government on various issues, including ‘Make in India’, Rafale deal among others.
Do Not Spare BSP Leaders Accused in Rs 1,420 cr Memorial Scam: Allahabad HC to UP Govt
The UP Lokayukta had indicted former ministers Naseemuddin Siddiqui and Babu Singh Kushwaha along with 197 others for 'wrong-doings' in the purchase of sandstone for Dalit memorials in Lucknow and Noida during Mayawati's regime from 2007 to 2012.
Walking Just 35 Minutes Daily Can Reduce Stroke Risk in Elderly
Indulging in moderate physical activity, such as swimming, brisk walking, or running two to three hours a week may also reduce the severity of strokes.
When Shahid Kapoor Took New Mother Mira Rajput Out on a Movie Date. See Pics, Videos
Shahid Kapoor and Mira Rajput were recently spotted at the special screening of his upcoming film Batti Gul Meter Chalu.
PPF, NSC to Fetch More Returns as Govt Hikes Interest Rate on Small Savings
Public Provident Fund (PPF) and National Savings Certificate (NSC) will fetch annual interest rate of 8 per cent as compared to existing 7.6 per cent, while Kisan Vikas Patra (KVP) will yield 7.7 per cent.
USD 60 Million Stolen in Cryptocurrency Heist From Japanese Firm
Following the hack, Tech Bureau said it had agreed with JASDAQ-listed Fisco Ltd to receive a 5 billion yen ($44.59 million) investment in exchange for majority ownership. The proceeds from the investment would be used to replace the digital currencies sto...
Rahul Gandhi Like 'Pirated Laptop' With 'Fraud and Fake Words', Says Union Minister Naqvi
He also said that the "balloon" of a grand alliance of opposition parties will burst before the 2019 general elections.
Vladimir Putin Shows Off Sniper Skills, Fires New Kalashnikov Rifle
Russian state television showed Putin in goggles and earphones crouching as he fired the silver rifle at the Kalashnikov company's shooting range outside Moscow.
Google Chrome Version 69 Brings Fancy Updates
Apart from the numerous aesthetic updates, the latest version of Google's 10-year-old Chrome browser, Chrome OS 69 brings major changes to the operating system including the support of Linux apps.
Kim Jong Un, Moon Jae-in Take Historic Trip for Mountain Show of Unity
The North Korean leader on Wednesday agreed to shutter the Tongchang-ri missile-testing site in the presence of international observers, a move the US welcomed by saying it was ready for immediate talks aimed at denuclearising the North by January 2021.
BJP Likely to Stick With Ailing Parrikar as Goa CM to Avoid Floor Test Amid Congress Challenge
A delegation of BJP leaders led by organisational secretary Ram Lal met Amit Shah at his residence on Wednesday and discussed at length the current situation in the state.