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Sikkim standoff: India has handled border issues in past, not the first time, says Foreign secy Jaishankar
July 11, 2017 12:18 IST
Sikkim standoff: Jaishankar also said Indo-China relations are a factor of stability especially at a time of global uncertainty. But Jaishankar also struck a cautionary note on China's instrumental rise.
India set to become the most populous country, largest producer of milk and wheat by 2026: UN Report
July 11, 2017 11:11 IST
The report said that global food commodity prices are projected to remain low over the next decade compared to previous peaks, as demand growth in a number of emerging economies is expected to slow down and biofuel policies have a diminished impact on markets.
Bihar liquor law: In first conviction, Jehanabad court sentences two brothers to jail for 5 yearsSubscriber Only
July 11, 2017 10:58 IST
Over 25,000 people have been facing cases under the liquor law in Bihar and about 15,000 people have been languishing in jail.
Kerala actor Dileep sent to 14-day judicial custody in actress’ abduction, assault case
July 11, 2017 10:21 IST
Dileep was arrested on Monday evening in Kochi in connection with the conspiracy behind the case pertaining to the abduction and sexual assault of a well-known actress in February this year. However, he was taken into police custody in the morning.
Amarnath Yatra terror attack: Rajnath Singh calls for an emergency meeting to discuss security situation
July 11, 2017 10:47 IST
Amarnath Yatra terror attack: Reports suggest National Security Adviser Ajit Doval, senior MHA officiails, IB officials and RAW's chiefs are expected to be in attendance at the meeting.
Assam floods: At least six hog deers killed, most of Kaziranga National Park inundated
July 11, 2017 10:27 IST
The death toll in the current floods has risen to 32. Seven more people were killed on Monday as the Brahmaputra continued to flow above the red mark throughout the state for the fourth consecutive day. Also, the total number of people affected rose to 12.55 lakh on Monday.
Amarnath Yatra terror attack: President Pranab Mukherjee, Meira Kumar express condolences over loss of lives
July 11, 2017 08:22 IST
Amarnath Yatra terror attack: "Strongly condemn attack on Amarnath Yatris in J&K; grieve the loss of innocent lives," President Mukherjee said.
Amarnath Yatra terror attack highlights: Army Chief reviews security situation in Srinagar
July 12, 2017 02:01 IST
Amarnath Yatra terror attack LIVE updates: President Pranab Mukherjee has asked Jammu and Kashmir government to ensure that attackers behind Amarnath attack are brought to justice
Dileep arrest: How conversations in jail led to conspiracy charge against starSubscriber Only
July 11, 2017 07:40 IST
Leading actor Dileep, who ranks only behind Kerala’s two “superstars” Mohanlal and Mammootty in terms of popularity and box-office draw, was arrested in Kochi for his alleged role in the conspiracy behind the abduction and assault of a well-known actress in February.
Amarnath Yatra terror attack: Over 3000 pilgrims continue journey on TuesdaySubscriber Only
July 11, 2017 07:12 IST
Instead of scare in the wake of terror attack, the yatris were eager to reach Valley to embark on their onward journey through treacherous mountainous terrain to reach the holy shrine.
Signing Paris accord in India’s interest, says Jairam RameshSubscriber Only
July 11, 2017 05:54 IST
The senior leader was speaking at a talk organised by the Observer Research Foundation on ‘Paris Climate Change Pact- After Trump pull-out, who’ll save the planet?’
World Population Day 2017: Maharashtra first to launch injectable contraceptives for womenSubscriber Only
July 11, 2017 11:17 IST
The new method under government-funded contraceptives is called Medroxyprogesterone Acetate (MPA)
Three-fold rise in Gujarat Dalits converting to BuddhismSubscriber Only
July 11, 2017 05:39 IST
P G Jyotikar, one of the first Dalits to convert to Buddhism in Gujarat, says around 1,500-1,600 Dalits have embraced Buddhism in the state since the Una incident, and that nearly 500 of them went to Nagpur for the conversion. Before Una, he adds, Gujarat would see 400-500 conversions a year.
More parents seek help for mental problems of boys than girlsSubscriber Only
July 11, 2017 05:39 IST
The study found that 47.4 per cent parents perceived that their children suffered from some psychiatric disorder but only 10.5 per cent had sought treatment voluntarily before they were interviewed for the study.
Marathwada farmer suicide figures dipSubscriber Only
July 11, 2017 05:30 IST
Government officials attributed the dip in suicide to the Maharashtra government’s recent decision to waive loans.
Maha Govt asks farmers to put on hold kharif sowing till July 20Subscriber Only
July 11, 2017 05:31 IST
The advisory comes in the wake of a long dry spell after the first rainfall in mid-June in nearly 300 of the state’s 355 talukas.
Sartaj Aziz did not acknowledge letter seeking visa for Kulbhushan Jadhav’s mother: Sushma SwarajSubscriber Only
July 11, 2017 05:30 IST
In a series of tweets, Swaraj said, “I have my sympathies for all Pakistan nationals seeking medical visa for their treatment in India. All that we require is his recommendation for the grant of medical visa to Pakistan nationals.”
Wife, kin carry man’s body, Jharkhand orders probeSubscriber Only
July 11, 2017 05:26 IST
The incident was reported at Sadar Hospital in Jharkhand's Chatra district on Sunday. The administration provided them an ambulance after they had carried the body a couple of hundred metres.
Sikkim standoff: China denies Modi-Xi meet, asks India to withdraw troops for talksSubscriber Only
July 11, 2017 08:42 IST
Sikkim standoff: China's foreign ministry spokesperson Geng’s comments came as Chinese state-run media ratcheted up rhetoric against India over the stand-off between Indian and Chinese troops in Doklam. In a commentary, state-run Xinhua said that India had “blatantly” trespassed on sovereign Chinese territory.
Former Cabinet Secy dies of multi-organ failure: ‘Among the finest civil services has produced’Subscriber Only
July 11, 2017 05:02 IST
Naresh Chandra was India’s ambassador to the United States from 1996 to 2001, a period during which India attracted American sanctions in the aftermath of the 1998 nuclear tests. His stint in Washington was considered very successful.
Gujarat Hindi textbook describes roza as ‘infectious disease’Subscriber Only
July 11, 2017 11:29 IST
When contacted, GSSTB chairman Nitin Pethani said, “This is a printing error. There should be haiza (cholera) in place of roza, but mistakenly both these words have been inter-changed.”
This AIIMS has no emergency services, blood bank, mortuary or cardiac OPDSubscriber Only
July 12, 2017 07:06 IST
“We are yet to begin services related to heart-related problems. The cardiology department is one of the 15 super speciality areas that have to be set up under the PMSSY. We will begin services soon, once the recruitment process is complete,” says an official at AIIMS Patna’s administration wing.
Adarsh scam: Cong seeks probe into role of ex-military officialsSubscriber Only
July 11, 2017 04:54 IST
Congress leader Manish Tewari said that the Defence Ministry’s inquiry report in the scam has been “exceptionally critical” of the role of former Army chief Gen N C Vij, who is the Vivekananda International Foundation (VIF) director, and some other retired personnel.
Kill politicians who criticise forces, says Rajasthan ministerSubscriber Only
July 11, 2017 04:50 IST
Former Uttar Pradesh minister Azam Khan had recently claimed women terrorists were chopping off the private parts of security personnel to send across a “strong message”, which should leave the entire country “ashamed”.
Akhilesh Yadav’s UP 100 the best: UP govtSubscriber Only
July 11, 2017 04:46 IST
NDA partner TDP showcased UPA’s MGNREGA project as the best practice
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