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Here are some of the warmest New Year greetings for the coming year. from Times of India https://ift.tt/TdcY4xp via IFTTT

Around 5.33 crore houses in rural areas of India have not yet been provided tap water connections under the Jal Jeevan Mission-'Har Ghar Jal'. The worst affected states are Rajasthan, Jharkhand, and West Bengal. The government has supplied tap water to 13.91 crore rural houses so far, out of a total of 19.25 crore houses. The Ministry of Drinking Water and Sanitation has provided this data in response to an RTI application. The 'Har Ghar Jal' scheme aims to provide tap water to every village household by 2024. from India News | Latest India News Headlines & Live Updates from India - Times of India https://ift.tt/LDoTRFX via

AICC general secretary and former Union Minister, Kumari Selja said on Sunday that petrol-diesel, necessary for every individual in the country, has become a means of earning for the BJP-led central government. Not just oil companies, but based on excise duty, the central government is engaged in making hefty profits from the sale of petrol-diesel. Instead of passing on the benefits of reduced crude prices to the common people, everyone is focused on filling their own pockets. from India News | Latest India News Headlines & Live Updates from India - Times of India https://ift.tt/5zJUnHe via

President Droupadi Murmu extended her greetings to all the countrymen on the eve of New Year 2024 and called upon the people to pledge to build a prosperous society. In a message, the President said, "On the joyous occasion of the New Year, I extend my warm greetings and best wishes to all Indians living in India and abroad. The arrival of the New Year is an occasion to move forward with new resolutions and goals." from India News | Latest India News Headlines & Live Updates from India - Times of India https://ift.tt/G70UciK via

Jammu and Kashmir witnessed an 80% decline in local terror recruitment in 2023, with foreigners taking the lead, according to DGP RR Swain. Only 22 recruitments occurred in 2023, and the J&K Police aims to curtail recruitment and violence. The collaborative efforts of the police and other security forces resulted in the neutralization of 113 terrorists, leaving 31 local operatives active. Additionally, two separatist organisations, the DFP and the Muslim League were banned under UAPA. from India News | Latest India News Headlines & Live Updates from India - Times of India https://ift.tt/5ks7RTN via

A powerful earthquake shook Papua, Indonesia's easternmost region, causing no serious damage. The magnitude 6.5 quake occurred in Abepura, a subdistrict in Jayapura, the capital of Papua province. It was a shallow earthquake with a depth of 10 kilometers. The region is prone to earthquakes due to its location on the "Ring of Fire". In February, another earthquake in the province resulted in the collapse of a floating restaurant, causing four deaths. Indonesia has a history of earthquakes and volcanic eruptions, with past disasters claiming many lives. from Times of India https://ift.tt/YUX0LAZ via IFTTT

After the inauguration of various projects by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Union Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia said on Saturday that today is a historic day as PM Modi's resolutions for Ayodhya are coming true and Ayodhya is becoming prominent on the world map. "Today is a historic day; today PM Modi's resolutions for Ayodhya are coming true, and Ayodhya is becoming prominent on the world map. Today, India will also be known as a spiritual power. 22 January will be an important day for India. from India News | Latest India News Headlines & Live Updates from India - Times of India https://ift.tt/ZoIzJ5h via

Rajiv Ranjan quits as JD(U) party president, making way for CM Nitish Kumar to take charge ahead of Lok Sabha elections. Majority of JD(U) presidents have faced unceremonious exits. George Fernandes, founder president, was replaced by Sharad Yadav. RCP Singh, once confidante, was asked to step down. Lalan Singh, considered 'alter ego' of Nitish, fails to complete his tenure. Nitish takes over to save the party and strengthen its organizational base. JD(U) faces crises with shifting votes. Nitish focuses on consolidating OBC votes. from India News | Latest India News Headlines & Live Updates from India - Times of India https://ift.tt/P5GmZ0D via

Tejashwi Yadav, RJD leader and deputy CM of Bihar, accused the opposition of spreading rumors to hide the achievements of the state government. He denied any conflicts in the ruling alliance and criticized the opposition for trying to deny credit to the government. Tejashwi mentioned the caste survey, increase in quota percentage, and granting state government employee status to contractual teachers as major decisions taken by the alliance. He also responded to BJP MP Sushil Kumar Modi's claims about Nitish Kumar returning to the NDA and stated that Nitish would not take any drastic decisions without consulting the entire setup. from India News | Latest India News Headlines & Live Updates from India - Times of India https://ift.tt/rizRsI5 via

Former MP Anand Mohan and his wife Lovely Anand met CM Nitish Kumar, sparking speculation. Lovely is with the RJD while their son Chetan Anand is an RJD legislator. Mohan clarified it was a courtesy meeting and denied joining the JD(U). He also expressed willingness to contest elections. The meeting is significant due to the strained relations between Mohan and the RJD, exacerbated by his controversial remarks. Nitish had previously visited Mohan's village and assured support to him. from India News | Latest India News Headlines & Live Updates from India - Times of India https://ift.tt/92PuHal via

India and Russia signed agreements related to the construction of future power generating units for the Kudankulam nuclear power plant in Tamil Nadu. The Kudankulam plant, built with Russian assistance, has been operating at its design capacity since 2016 and is expected to reach full capacity by 2027. The two countries also discussed collaborations in defense, nuclear power, and space, highlighting their strong partnership. from Times of India https://ift.tt/LWpizNe via IFTTT

Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge and senior party leader Rahul Gandhi held a meaningful meeting with Bihar leaders to discuss countering the BJP in the 2024 Lok Sabha elections and seat-sharing. The Congress wants 9-10 seats to contest and aims to defeat the BJP. The meeting emphasized the importance of working for each of the 40 LS seats in the state. The alliance committee of the Congress will meet on December 29 to decide on seat-sharing. In the 2019 LS polls, Congress won 1 seat while the RJD got 20 seats. from India News | Latest India News Headlines & Live Updates from India - Times of India https://ift.tt/OIgK3jX via

Delhi health minister criticizes chief secretary for inaction on alleged sexual harassment at Burari Hospital. The Minister questions the functioning of the elected government and the safety of women. He asks if the BJP will demand action against the Chief Secretary. The Minister highlights the shocking incident and the need for immediate government action. He also mentions the lack of control of the elected Delhi government over officers due to recent amendments in the GNCTD Act. from India News | Latest India News Headlines & Live Updates from India - Times of India https://ift.tt/wsjta6L via

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A nine-year-old boy and a 21-year-old woman are among the five patients from neighbouring Thane city who tested positive for the new Covid JN.1 subvariant in the state, according to the state health department on Sunday. Three from Pune district and one from Akola also tested positive for JN.1 on Sunday. ​​With these nine cases, the total tally of JN.1 – the highly transmissible subvariant –in Maharashtra has risen to 10; a 41-year-old man from Sindhudurg was the first case last week. from India News | Latest India News Headlines & Live Updates from India - Times of India https://ift.tt/104ALIQ via

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Political strategist Prashant Kishor met TDP chief N Chandrababu Naidu in Vijayawada on Saturday, sparking buzz that he may advise the party for the coming assembly elections in Andhra Pradesh.Kishor, who visited the former Andhra Pradesh chief minister's residence late afternoon, played down the speculation and called it a "courtesy meeting"."I met Chandrababu Naidu. This was a courtesy meeting, long overdue. Told him that I would come and meet him," said Kishor, while speaking to reporters. from Times of India https://ift.tt/0rf9kCc via IFTTT

Political strategist Prashant Kishor met TDP chief N Chandrababu Naidu in Vijayawada on Saturday, sparking buzz that he may advise the party for the coming assembly elections in Andhra Pradesh.Kishor, who visited the former Andhra Pradesh chief minister's residence late afternoon, played down the speculation and called it a "courtesy meeting"."I met Chandrababu Naidu. This was a courtesy meeting, long overdue. Told him that I would come and meet him," said Kishor, while speaking to reporters. from India News | Latest India News Headlines & Live Updates from India - Times of India https://ift.tt/0rf9kCc via

Prashant Kishor, a poll strategist-turned politician, formally admits his alignment with Congress' ideology. Speculations arise regarding his potential joining of the Congress. Key grand alliance partners, except Congress, criticize Kishor's remarks, questioning his credibility. Kishor launched his padyatra from Bhitiharwa Ashram, the same place where Gandhi initiated his satyagraha movement in 1917. The Congress welcomes Kishor's remarks, stating that their door is open for everyone. RJD and JD(U) express skepticism towards Kishor's ideology and credibility, while the BJP highlights his changing political principles. from India News | Latest India News Headlines & Live Updates from India - Times of India https://ift.tt/GCLy4VH via

Pavitra Punia spoke exclusively about break-up rumours with boyfriend Eijaz Khan. She refused to divulge anything on the matter and requested privacy. Losing her father, who was her biggest support, she wants to focus on her career and family. Reacting to fan questions, she urged everyone to be calm and composed and support her and Eijaz. With multiple projects, she is excited about her career and wants fans to respect her privacy. Pavita and Eijaz met on Bigg Boss 14 and after being in a relationship for tow and a half years, the couple have apparently parted ways. from Times of India https://ift.tt/Z7f4O93 via IFTTT

Ramesh Devkinandan Dhanuka (62), retired chief justice of Bombay High court, lodged an FIR with the Colaba police saying an unidentified person sent him a message asking to update his Pan card details. When he opened the link and submitted the Pan card details, Rs 49,998 was siphoned off from his bank account. The police are searching for the cyber fraudster. from India News | Latest India News Headlines & Live Updates from India - Times of India https://ift.tt/3SMXCL1 via

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The JN.1 variant of Covid, causing concern in India, has mild to moderate symptoms such as fever, runny nose, sore throat, headaches, loss of appetite, and extreme fatigue. Gastrointestinal problems may also occur. The central government has issued advisories to state governments, urging adequate health arrangements. The WHO classifies JN.1 as a "variant of interest" with limited threat. Vaccinations targeting the spike protein should remain effective against JN.1. To prevent infection, experts recommend masking up in crowded areas, staying in well-ventilated spaces, and frequent handwashing. from Times of India https://ift.tt/t1iIKQa via IFTTT

Union home minister Amit Shah on Wednesday took a dig at the Congress over objections of its leaders to some provisions of new criminal law bills, saying "if mind is of Italy, then it is difficult to understand (these provisions)". Replying to the debate on the three criminal law bills in the Lok Sabha, he said these are in accordance with the spirit of the Constitution. He made a veiled attack on Congress over foreign origins of party leader Sonia Gandhi from India News | Latest India News Headlines & Live Updates from India - Times of India https://ift.tt/xqaLQfH via

France submits bid to India's defence ministry for the estimated Rs 50,000 crore deal for 26 Rafale-Marine fighter jets. The bid includes offer, pricing, and other details. The deals for the fighters and additional Scorpene submarines were granted preliminary approval by the Defence Acquisitions Council. The government-to-government deal will be signed after final cost negotiations and approval from the Cabinet Committee on Security. The Navy wants the deals to be finalized within this fiscal year due to a shortage of fighters for its aircraft carriers. from India News | Latest India News Headlines & Live Updates from India - Times of India https://ift.tt/p1LGX7U via

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At the fourth joint meeting of the INDIA coalition of opposition parties, West Bengal chief minister and Trinamool Congress leader Mamata Banerjee ruffled feathers on Tuesday when she suddenly threw up the name of Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge as the opposition bloc’s prime ministerial candidate, suggesting that he could be the “Dalit” face, which was promptly supported by Aam Admi Party chief and Delhi chief minister Arvind Kejriwal, it is learnt. from India News | Latest India News Headlines & Live Updates from India - Times of India https://ift.tt/nx14Ply via

The ban on animal sacrifice ritual at the old Shyama Mai temple in Darbhanga has been withdrawn by the temple management committee, honoring the sentiments of various sections. The committee clarified that it neither supports nor opposes the animal sacrifice ritual, allowing every faithful to practice their respective rituals. However, the committee will no longer arrange for sacrificial rituals or charge any fee for it. They have also announced plans to erect a wall around the sacrificial area and encourage symbolic sacrifice rituals to prevent cruelty towards animals. from India News | Latest India News Headlines & Live Updates from India - Times of India https://ift.tt/5Ekw0er via

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Chief Minister M K Stalin arrived in Delhi to discuss relief initiatives with Prime Minister Narendra Modi regarding the intense rainfall and heavy flooding in Tamil Nadu. The four southern districts of Chennai, Kanyakumari, Tirunelveli, and Thoothukudi were overwhelmed by the unprecedented rainfall, resulting in the death of three people. Rescue efforts, including the use of boats, were ongoing in flooded areas, and food was provided to over 50,000 affected individuals. from India News | Latest India News Headlines & Live Updates from India - Times of India https://ift.tt/oRtusnf via

Netblocks reports nationwide internet disruption ahead of PTI's virtual power show on social media platforms in Lahore, Karachi, and Islamabad. Users complain of difficulty accessing platforms and slow internet services. Former PTI leader Taimur Jhagra notes internet issues coinciding with online rally. YouTube and Ufone4G affected, millions of subscribers and businesses impacted. Pakistan ranked third in the world for internet restrictions. No statement from Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) yet. from Times of India https://ift.tt/czI0u5w via IFTTT

Congress leader Adhir Ranjan Chowdhary wrote a letter to Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla urging him to consider revoking the suspension of 13 MPs, who were suspended from the Parliament on Thursday "for creating a ruckus" in the House over their demand for a statement on the breach. from India News | Latest India News Headlines & Live Updates from India - Times of India https://ift.tt/M7AECsi via

A massive fire erupted late Saturday at the Indo-Tibet Border Police camp in Srinagar’s Pantha Chowk, engulfing a temporary shed measuring 100x50ft. Fortunately, no injuries were reported. Authorities suspect a short circuit as the cause of the blaze, which resulted in damage to various belongings of the jawans. Prompt action from the fire and emergency services department dispatched multiple fire tenders to the scene, swiftly extinguishing the flames. Officials noted that the hutment primarily consisted of tin sheets, aiding in the rapid containment of the fire. from India News | Latest India News Headlines & Live Updates from India - Times of India https://ift.tt/P3rBXj8 via

Co-villagers are shocked and shattered over the revelation that their young neighbour Lalit Jha is the alleged mastermind behind Wednesday Parliament Security Breach even as the Darbhanga police which began investigation into his family background found nothing “objectionable” against him nor any criminal history in the past. Lalit originally hails from Rampur-Uday, a nondescript village tucked away under Bahera police station in northern Bihar’s Darbhanga district. from India News | Latest India News Headlines & Live Updates from India - Times of India https://ift.tt/ap1zJKY via

The Bihar Public Service Commission (BPSC) is facing criticism from the opposition BJP for asking a question about the Indian National Developmental Inclusive Alliance (INDIA), an opposition alliance formed to compete against the BJP-led NDA in the upcoming Lok Sabha polls. The BPSC has been conducting tests to hire quality teachers for state-run schools. The BJP alleges that the state government is using the BPSC to promote INDIA ahead of the elections. The RJD accuses the BJP of politicizing the question. from Times of India https://ift.tt/S0kFydD via IFTTT

India's unique search behavior is a key factor in influencing the future of Google's search business, according to Google's vice president of search. The company has been addressing the challenges posed by India's search behavior by improving voice recognition for Hindi and other local languages. Google has also collaborated with the Indian Institute of Science on Project Vaani, which focuses on gathering and transcribing speech data from all districts in India. The future of search, according to the vice president, is multi-modal, with an emphasis on combining different content types like images and text. from India News | Latest India News Headlines & Live Updates from India - Times of India https://ift.tt/tVxSBTd via

The government allowed the use of both sugarcane juice and B-heavy molasses to produce ethanol, capping the diversion of sugar at 17 lakh tonnes. This decision comes after the recent ban on cane juice for ethanol production. Sugar mills and oil marketing companies will decide the share. The sugar industry had raised concerns as many distilleries were sugarcane-based. The government will review the situation in a month or two. from India News | Latest India News Headlines & Live Updates from India - Times of India https://ift.tt/PFo9xA2 via

Chhattisgarh chief minister Vishnu Deo Sai on Friday ordered to launch an extensive drive against leprosy and work towards the elimination of the disease. Leprosy among people mainly in tribal dominated districts in Chhattisgarh is a serious concern and a drive against the disease is the first decision taken in regards with health, by the chief minister. In his first review meeting with health department officials, chief minister Sai directed to invigorate the 108 emergency ambulance services in state and ensure that the ambulance reaches to the needy within half an hour of the request call. from India News | Latest India News Headlines & Live Updates from India - Times of India https://ift.tt/CedohHP via

The Biden administration is pressuring New Delhi over the alleged plot to assassinate Khalistani militant Gurpatwant Singh Pannu. Indian-American lawmakers revealed that the administration provided them with a classified briefing on the "murder-for-hire plot of an American citizen." They are demanding action against Indian government officials involved in the episode and warning that failure to take corrective steps could harm bilateral ties. from India News | Latest India News Headlines & Live Updates from India - Times of India https://ift.tt/b8OqXGx via

UK’s biggest intelligence agency, GCHQ (Government Communications Headquarters), based in the town of Cheltenham in England has sent out its special Christmas card with tricky puzzles meant for kids. On Thursday, the organization said in a statement that this year's challenge is the “toughest” yet with kids aged 11 to 18 facing a set of seven “complex puzzles” masterminded by the agency's experts. These puzzles aim to reveal the final festive message. GCHQ director Anne Keast-Butler said, “Puzzles have been at the heart of GCHQ from the start.” from Times of India https://ift.tt/hFNwtj6 via IFTTT

The Head of State of the Sultanate of Oman, Sultan Haitham bin Tarik, will begin his three-day state visit to India tomorrow. He will be accompanied by a high-level delegation of senior ministers and officials. This visit marks a significant milestone in the diplomatic relations between India and Oman. Upon arrival, Sultan Haitham bin Tarik will be called on by the External Affairs Minister, S Jaishankar. The visit will provide an opportunity to explore avenues for future collaboration between the two countries. from India News | Latest India News Headlines & Live Updates from India - Times of India https://ift.tt/kzCrAfs via

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A 16-year-old girl was allegedly shot dead by a jilted lover under the Masaurhi police station area in rural Patna on Monday morning. The police suspect a ‘one-sided love affair’ led to the murder. from Times of India https://ift.tt/h0XHGwC via IFTTT

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The defence ministry has approved the import of 73,000 SiG Sauer assault rifles from the US, adding to the previous purchase of 72,400 such guns. The rifles will be used by frontline troops amid delays in the production of Russian AK-203 Kalashnikov rifles in India. The approval for the additional rifles was granted by the Defence Acquisitions Council. The move comes as military confrontation with China continues in eastern Ladakh and delivery of the AK-203 rifles is yet to begin from India News | Latest India News Headlines & Live Updates from India - Times of India https://ift.tt/SmxPboU via

The Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) reported a 66% decline in the killing of security personnel in Jammu and Kashmir during encounters with terrorists from 2018 to 2022. Data shows that a total of 134 security forces were killed in different encounters during this period. The decline is attributed to the government's policy of zero tolerance against terrorism and the implementation of various strategies such as round-the-clock nakas, intensified Cordon and Search Operations (CASO), and sharing of intelligence inputs. Measures to prevent terrorist attacks on civilians and sensitizing personnel on the ground have also been taken. from India News | Latest India News Headlines & Live Updates from India - Times of India https://ift.tt/4IlPTs6 via

Nagpur, located in the heart of India, has been the last-mile destination for millions of Partition victims from Pakistan. Uprooted Sindhis, Punjabis, and East Bengalis have found refuge in Nagpur, struggling for citizenship and land ownership. The Citizenship Amendment Act (CAA) was a flicker of hope for these refugees, but its implementation has been delayed. The government has taken steps to grant property ownership to the second and third generations of these refugees. However, the wait for CAA implementation continues for new immigrants. from India News | Latest India News Headlines & Live Updates from India - Times of India https://ift.tt/bWvoLkF via

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The Supreme Court J&K verdict solidifies the revocation of the special status of J&K, allowing India to present it as a fait accompli to Pakistan. The judgement also highlights India's position that Pakistan has no role in the internal affairs of J&K. It inspires hope for an India-Pakistan detente once the newly elected governments are in power. Pakistan sees the order for early return to statehood as a potential face saver and a way to untangle the knots in the India-Pakistan relationship. from India News | Latest India News Headlines & Live Updates from India - Times of India https://ift.tt/df6ngbC via

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India and the US launched a partnership for non-recourse lending to deploy 38,000 electric buses in India. The payment security mechanism (PSM) aims to unlock up to $10 billion in lending and guarantee delayed payments from fiscally constrained state bus companies. India will contribute $240 million, while $150 million will come from the US government. This initiative is crucial for decarbonizing the transport sector and achieving India's goal of net-zero emissions by 2070. The PSM was discussed during Prime Minister Modi's visit to the USA. from India News | Latest India News Headlines & Live Updates from India - Times of India https://ift.tt/JIVQ8cB via

India strongly rejects fake a report alleging a secret memo issued by the Indian government in April to take concrete measures against Sikh separatists, including Hardeep Singh Nijjar. Indian spokesperson dismisses the report as part of a sustained disinformation campaign against India and accuses the outlet as known for propagating fake narratives peddled by Pakistani intelligence. In September, Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau alleged the potential involvement of Indian agents in the killing of Khalistani extremist Nijjar. India rejected the charges as absurd. from India News | Latest India News Headlines & Live Updates from India - Times of India https://ift.tt/RPJKjM3 via

India strongly rejects fake a report alleging a secret memo issued by the Indian government in April to take concrete measures against Sikh separatists, including Hardeep Singh Nijjar. Indian spokesperson dismisses the report as part of a sustained disinformation campaign against India and accuses the outlet as known for propagating fake narratives peddled by Pakistani intelligence. In September, Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau alleged the potential involvement of Indian agents in the killing of Khalistani extremist Nijjar. India rejected the charges as absurd. from Times of India https://ift.tt/RPJKjM3 via IFTTT

Bihar CM Nitish Kumar urged the Centre to grant special category status to Bihar and conduct a caste-based census. He highlighted that the Bihar Legislature had unanimously passed a proposal for a caste-based census, but the Central Government did not consider it. The CM reiterated the demand for Special State status, stating that Bihar fulfills all the necessary conditions. Additionally, he requested the Centre to place amendment bills raising the quota for deprived castes in the 9th Schedule of the Constitution to make them immune to legal scrutiny. from India News | Latest India News Headlines & Live Updates from India - Times of India https://ift.tt/MygHS2W via

As the Congress bit the dust in the recently concluded Assembly polls in Chhattisgarh, losing power to the BJP, former party MLA Brihaspati Singh on Saturday said that the resignation of TS Singh Deo as a Panchayati Raj Minister last year triggered the anti-incumbency against the Baghel government. The Congress leader alleged that the outgoing Deputy Chief Minister damaged the party's image several times and said that had disciplinary action been taken against him, the party wouldn't have faced defeat. from India News | Latest India News Headlines & Live Updates from India - Times of India https://ift.tt/e8jOC6G via

Three terror suspects were arrested in Jammu and Kashmir’s Reasi district and unaccounted cash was seized from them, officials said Friday, adding that the money was likely meant to fund acts of terror in the Union Territory. Acting on a tip-off, a joint team of the Army and police intercepted an SUV heading to Mahore in Reasi district and apprehended the trio. The arrests followed the apprehension of two overground workers in Budhal on December 6 and the subsequent seizure of a cache of arms and ammunition from a nearby forest. from India News | Latest India News Headlines & Live Updates from India - Times of India https://ift.tt/436kRaj via

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Trinamool leader Mahua Moitra was expelled from Lok Sabha based on the recommendations of the Ethics Committee probe report on cash-for-query charges against her. The report revealed that Moitra had taken bribes and gifts from businessman Darshan Hiranandani to ask questions in Lok Sabha targeting the Adani group. She shared her parliamentary login credentials with Hiranandani, and her account was accessed from multiple locations in one day. The opposition members staged a walk-out after a brief debate over the report. Speaker Om Birla rejected Trinamool's plea to allow Moitra to speak in her defense. from Times of India https://ift.tt/Srxu2eb via IFTTT

The four-day 69th National Conference of Akhil Bharatiya Vidyarthi Parishad commenced on Thursday. The 69th National Conference of ABVP started with the grand welcome of the 'Hindavi Swarajya Yatra', which concluded on December 7 after covering a distance of 2,000 km. The 'Hindavi Swarajya Yatra', which was held to commemorate the 350th anniversary of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj's coronation, had kicked off on November 28. from India News | Latest India News Headlines & Live Updates from India - Times of India https://ift.tt/eXwZ9Qb via

Amid suspense over the new Rajasthan BJP chief minister, there were allegations of "resort politics" against party MP Dushyant Singh, son of former chief minister Vasundhara Raje. Hemraj Meena claimed that his son had been held captive in a resort by four other party legislators, allegedly on the instructions of Dushyant Singh. The five BJP MLAs from Kota division had gathered at a resort on Tuesday night. The BJP is yet to announce its chief ministerial pick in Rajasthan amid strong speculations that the party may go for a new line of leadership. from India News | Latest India News Headlines & Live Updates from India - Times of India https://ift.tt/JMwqzId via

The Supreme Court will on Monday deliver its judgment on a batch of pleas against the scrapping of Article 370 which granted special status to Jammu & Kashmir.The Centre had scrapped Article 370 on August 5, 2019 and bifurcated the state into two Union Territories of J&K and Ladakh.In September, a five-judge bench of the apex court had reserved its verdict on a batch of pleas challenging the abrogation of Article 370. The bench, headed by Chief Justice DY Chandrachud, held a marathon 16-day hearing before reserving its verdict. from India News | Latest India News Headlines & Live Updates from India - Times of India https://ift.tt/TSqfmVo via

Senior Congress leader V Hanumantha Rao on Thursday said that the Revanth Reddy-led government in Telangana should fulfil six guarantees made before the elections to the people of the southern state as they have been waiting for the last 10 years. "Our priority should be to fulfil six declarations after that other issues can be taken up because people are expecting those declarations promised by Sonia Gandhi...People have been waiting for the last 10 years. They are suffering like anything... even farmers, workers, labourers, unemployed youth," the Congress leader said. from India News | Latest India News Headlines & Live Updates from India - Times of India https://ift.tt/BeAGZoI via