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North East Delhi riots: Delhi HC directs police to file chart differentiating role of Sharjeel Imam from Natasha, Devangana, Asif
The Delhi High Court on Tuesday directed Delhi Police to file a chart distinguishing the role of Sharjeel Imam from that of Natasha Narwal, Devangana Kalita and Asif Iqbal Tanha who was earlier granted bail in the larger conspiracy of Delhi riots.
Himachal Pradesh government to establish annual awards for quality films: CM Sukhu
The Himachal Pradesh government has given its nod to a comprehensive film policy, aiming to boost cinematic exploration and develop Himachal Pradesh as a favourite film production destination.
Delhi court takes cognizance of charge sheet filed in Swiss woman murder case
On Monday, Tis Hazari Court in Delhi acknowledged the charge sheet submitted in the case of the murder of a Swiss woman. Gurpreet Singh, the accused, was apprehended by the Delhi police in October 2023 for the alleged murder of Nina Berger. The arrest took place on October 21.
Congress and AAP to jointly contest Chandigarh mayor elections on January 18
In a small but significant move the Congress and the Aam Admi Party will contest the Chandigarh Mayoral elections together. Congress leader Pawan Kumar Bansal told ANI that both parties were discussing the same, and it was decided that the AAP will contest the Mayor’s post while the Congress would contest the remaining two.
BCCI invites applications for position of national selector for senior men’s team
The BCCI is seeking applications for the role of national selector for India’s senior men’s team, adhering to regional representation and tenure limits. The head must be the most experienced in Test caps.
PM Modi releases first installment of PM-JANMAN to 1 lakh beneficiaries
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday released the first installment to one lakh beneficiaries of Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana – Gramin (PMAY-G) under Pradhan Mantri Janjati Adivasi Nyaya Maha Abhiyan (PM-JANMAN) via video conferencing.
Illegal construction of slaughterhouses demolished in Damoh
A joint team of municipality and the district administration on Monday razed illegal construction of slaughterhouses in Madhya Pradesh’s Damoh district, an official said.
Schools in the national capital reopen with revised timings due to cold
Schools in the national capital reopened in the physical learning mode for all classes, including nursery, KG and primary classes on Monday with the revised timings of 9:00 am-2:00 pm.
Six killed, 5 injured as cars collide in Rajasthan’s Sikar
Six people were killed and five others were injured after two cars collided in Rajasthan’s Sikar district, a top police official said.
Passenger assaults IndiGo pilot over flight delay, complaint lodged
In a viral video, a passenger was seen hitting the pilot of an Indigo flight while he was announcing a delay in departure at Delhi airport on Sunday. According to official sources, the incident took place reportedly on Sunday. (READ MORE)
North Korea claims to have fired solid-fuel intermediate-range ballistic missile
North Korea on Monday said it successfully test-fired a solid-fuel intermediate-range ballistic missile (IRBM) carrying a hypersonic warhead on Sunday, Yonhap News Agency reported.
Delhi airport issues advisory amid fog conditions; advises passengers to contact airlines before travelling
Amid the severe fog conditions, the Delhi airport has issued an advisory for passengers, requesting that they contact airlines before travelling.
Acclaimed Urdu poet Munawwar Rana passes away at 71
Urdu poet Munawwar Rana passed away on January 14 late night following prolonged illness in Lucknow. He was admitted to the Sanjay Gandhi Post Graduate Institute of Medical Sciences (SGPGIMS), according to ANI.
Chinese officials say COVID-19 infections may rebound in country in January
The number of patients received at fever clinics in medical institutions in China has witnessed a decline since New Year’s Day. However, there is a possibility of a rebound in the COVID-19 infection epidemic in China in January, Chinese health authorities said on Sunday, China-based Global Times reported.
Mumbai Crime Branch seizes drugs worth Rs 58 lakh, two held
The Mumbai Police Crime Branch has arrested two drug peddlers from the Agripada area in Maharashtra’s Mumbai and seized drugs worth Rs 58 lakh, said the police on Sunday.
Israel’s foreign trade in goods decreased in 2023
Israel’s Central Bureau of Statistics (CBS) released the data on the country’s foreign trade in goods for the year 2023. Both imports and exports decreased from 2022, which is understandable given the disruption of commerce in Israel caused by the war in Gaza.