Journalism of Courage
INDIA NEWS - Page 6208
Boy detained for ‘objectionable’ post: ‘He was either brainwashed or it was unintentional’Subscriber Only
July 6, 2017 12:06 IST
“What we have concluded so far is he apparently did it unintentionally. We haven’t yet got any political angle to the case. The question is that even if he uploaded, who created that graphic?” an officer from Baduria police station said.
North-24 parganas communal clash: BJP demands President’s rule, CM’s resignationSubscriber Only
July 6, 2017 07:41 IST
Incidents of communal tension are frequently occurring in various parts of the state. We demand Mamata Banerjee’s resignation. She must take the responsibility and resign as soon as possible,” state BJP President Dilip Ghosh said.
West Bengal standoff: Governor says Mamata govt trying to cover lapsesSubscriber Only
July 6, 2017 12:53 IST
In a statement issued by Raj Bhavan, Tripathi reiterated that he neither insulted nor threatened Mamata during their telephonic conversation on Tuesday and that Raj Bhavan has not become the party office of the BJP or the RSS.
PM Modi addresses Indian diaspora in Israel; announces cultural centre, OCI cards
July 6, 2017 01:56 IST
Hailing Israel for its innovations and scientific advancements, PM Narendra Modi said the Jewish nation has been an example of how it is the "spirit that matters" and not the size or number.
North-24 parganas communal clash: ‘Governor crossing boundaries, must know where to draw line’Subscriber Only
July 6, 2017 07:42 IST
On Tuesday, a communal clash had started in the North-24 Parganas district, reportedly sparked by a provocative Facebook post. After speaking to the Governor about the clash, Mamata had alleged that he had threatened and insulted her.
Loan Waiver Beneficiaries In Mumbai: Fadnavis defends list of 813, Opposition tears it apartSubscriber Only
July 6, 2017 01:32 IST
During 2008 and 2009, Congress-NCP govt waived Rs 290-crore loan availed by farmers in Mumbai city and suburbs, as per statistics furnished by banks
Tata Finance ex-MD Dilip Pendse found dead, police say suicideSubscriber Only
July 6, 2017 07:21 IST
The body of Dilip Pendse, the former managing director of Tata Finance, was found hanging from the ceiling fan in his office on the ground floor of Royal Grace Apartments in Dadar, Mumbai. The police said he left behind a note stating that no one was to be held responsible for his death.
Extension of 101st constitutional amendment to J&K: Final nail in coffin of special status, says former minister RatherSubscriber Only
July 6, 2017 01:25 IST
“The resolution that they passed today in the Assembly is vague and a ploy to hoodwink the public, which will not accept this substantial breach in our special status,’’ said Rather, the former chairman of the Empowerment Committee of State Finance Ministers on GST.
Mehbooba Mufti apologises for Imran Ansari’s remarks in AssemblySubscriber Only
July 6, 2017 01:25 IST
“I was taken aback (by Ansari’s words),” Mufti said. “The words that were used weren’t appropriate. I personally apologise for it.” Sports Minister Imran Raza Ansari had used the expunged words against National Conference legislator Devender Singh Rana.
Blue border on MoC nuns’ saris now protected under IP rightsSubscriber Only
July 6, 2017 01:09 IST
The Trade Mark Registry under the Union government has registered the sari’s blue border under the Act’s colour trademark protection rules.
GJM workers clash with police in KalimpongSubscriber Only
July 6, 2017 01:06 IST
Unconfirmed sources said that the three injured Morcha supporters were taken to a hospital in Sikkim, as the GJM feared their arrests. The injured policemen were taken to the Kalimpong district hospital.
Need law to make CEC’s appointment transparent: Supreme CourtSubscriber Only
July 6, 2017 01:04 IST
The petition alleged that the current practice of appointing Election Commission members was discriminatory and violative of the law, and sought a law to ensure a fair, just and transparent selection process.
TMC working chief in Hills quitsSubscriber Only
July 6, 2017 01:01 IST
District committee and Kurseong sub-division vice-presidents too quit
VHP, RSS plan national stir over ‘plight of Hindus’Subscriber Only
July 6, 2017 00:57 IST
Bashirhat, Baduria and many other parts of North-24 Parganas bordering Bangladesh have been tense following a social media post by a 17-year-old boy that sparked clashes.
First time since 26/11: Here’s what Mumbai attacks survivor Moshe Holtzberg told PM Modi in Israel
July 6, 2017 00:43 IST
Moshe in his meeting with PM Modi expressed his desire to visit India to which the PM replied that he is welcome to return to India.
VIDEO: When PM Modi met Moshe Holtzberg — toddler who survived 26/11 attacks
July 6, 2017 00:52 IST
In 2008, when Moshe was two, his parents Rivka and Gavriel Holtzberg was serving as emissaries of Chabad in Mumbai. They were killed along with six others by terrorists at the Nariman House.
AAP to contest assembly polls in Madhya Pradesh
July 6, 2017 00:10 IST
"Delhi Labour Minister Gopal Rai, AAP national spokespersons Sanjay Singh and Ashutosh, besides the party national secretary Pankaj Gupta would visit Madhya Pradesh regularly in a bid to prepare the ground for polls," AAP leader Alok Agrawal said.
Delhi BJP forms 26 committees for upcoming elections
July 6, 2017 00:00 IST
According to sources, top BJP leadership is said to be "dissatisfied" with the performance of the present Delhi BJP team and has directed Tiwari to engage senior leaders and former office bearers in giving momentum to the party's affairs.
Hope PM Narendra Modi takes up border issue with Chinese President: Congress
July 6, 2017 00:00 IST
Sharma said the present stand-off is in the trilateral junction between India, Bhutan and China and the positions are well-known and it is thus important that the status quo ante is restored, where the position as it was before the 16th.
BJP using social media to spread rumour: Mamata Banerjee
July 6, 2017 00:00 IST
"The police alone cannot do everything. These Shanti Bahinis will be in every booth of the state. Local police stations will form Shanti Bahinis involving the youth, students and peace-loving people from the locality," Banerjee said.
TMC working president in hills of Darjeeling resigns supporting Gorkhaland movementSubscriber Only
July 5, 2017 23:00 IST
Trinamool Congress hills president Rajen Mukhia, however, told that Khawas had resigned under pressure. "Yesterday Khawas's home in Darjeeling was attacked. A petrol bomb was thrown by some unidentified people. He is leaving the TMC in fear," said Rajen Mukhia
West Bengal Governor writes to President Pranab Mukherjee over Mamata Banerjee’s allegation
July 5, 2017 22:47 IST
The BJP State President Dilip Ghosh has demanded President rule in the state alleging disruption of law and order situation in the state
Railway engineer working on Tori-Shivpur Railway line goes missingSubscriber Only
July 5, 2017 22:33 IST
The Tori-Shivpur Railway line is a 44-km track falling in Latehar and Chatra districts is expected to ease transportation of goods, particularly coal from coalfields in Chatra and Hazaribagh to various power plants in the country
More than 100 Guwahati citizens seek PM Modi’s ‘action’ against Delhi Golf ClubSubscriber Only
July 5, 2017 22:32 IST
The signatories described the June 26 incident in which Tailin Lyngdoh, a Khasi woman was thrown out of the elite Delhi Golf Club as one that violated provisions of the Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes (Prevention of Atrocities) Act
Don’t accord clearances to Mekedatu project: Palaniswami to Centre
July 5, 2017 22:24 IST
Palaniswami alleged that Karnataka had "unilaterally" sent a detailed project report on the Mekedatu project to the Commission seeking clearance, in violation of the final order of the Cauvery Water Disputes Tribunal
Advertisement
Live Blog
BEST OF EXPRESS
EntertainmentMost problematic Malayalam film of 2025, starring blockbuster director, earned only 1/3 of Rs 5 cr budget in Kerala
Trending'Couldn’t move or drink water for 24 hours': Disturbing video of passenger stuck in overcrowded train sparks outrage
Trending‘Don’t return him to us’: Indian man creates ruckus in Thailand, switches smoothly from Hindi expletives to British accent during arrest; video viral
SportsFor Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli, playing in the 2027 World Cup may not be a pipe dream after all
ExplainedThreat of US secondary sanctions, which could make Indian refiners pivot away from Russian oil
Advertisement
Must Read
SportsFor Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli, playing in the 2027 World Cup may not be a pipe dream after all
TechnologyI tried Oral-B’s iO Series 9 premium AI toothbrush: Here’s how it helped me build better brushing habits
Advertisement
Buzzing Now
Trending'Couldn’t move or drink water for 24 hours': Disturbing video of passenger stuck in overcrowded train sparks outrage
Trending‘Don’t return him to us’: Indian man creates ruckus in Thailand, switches smoothly from Hindi expletives to British accent during arrest; video viral
TrendingIndian Railways plays Chhath songs at 30 major stations to welcome homebound passengers, videos emerge: ‘Only Biharis can feel this music’
