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Site of NREGS launch, ‘transformed’ Andhra village has few fears on changes in scheme
December 21, 2025 08:12 IST
The MGNREGS imprint can also be seen in the many water harvesting ponds, percolation tanks, and trenches around the village, which have helped bring groundwater levels up. Under various work heads, cement concrete roads have been laid.
Ex-Agniveer quota for BSF constable post now 50%
December 21, 2025 06:25 IST
“By direct recruitment (including 50%), vacancies shall be reserved for ex-Agniveers in every recruitment year, ten percent for ex-Servicemen, and up to three percent for Combatised Constable (Tradesmen) in absorption of annual vacancy,” the notification said.
N-Bill ‘bulldozed’ to help Modi restore ‘SHANTI’ with ‘once good friend’: Congress
December 21, 2025
Congress general secretary in-charge for communication Jairam Ramesh said the SHANTI Bill does away with key provisions of the Civil Liability for Nuclear Damage Act, a concern raised in the United States’ National Defence Authorisation Act for 2026.
In Capital, a debate on God spotlights importance of conversation, disagreements
December 21, 2025 06:16 IST
Over almost two hours, Nadwi, the believer, relied on logic and reason to make the case for a Supreme Being. Akhtar, the atheist, used ethical frameworks and anecdotes to question the idea of faith.
Lieutenant Colonel among 2 held in bribery case
December 21, 2025 06:14 IST
It added, “Lt Col Sharma, is accused of engaging in corrupt activities in collusion with representatives of private companies dealing in defence manufacturing and exports. Another accused has been identified as Vinod Kumar.”
35 students injured as school bus, returning from picnic, overturns in Jammu
December 21, 2025 00:06 IST
Officials said that the private school students and their teachers had gone for a picnic to Samba from Pargwal in Akhnoor. They were returning when the accident took place.
Claims linking eggs to cancer risk misleading, scientifically unsupported: FSSAI
December 21, 2025 00:00 IST
The video had claimed the presence of a compound called AOZ — produced by the breakdown of a class of antibiotics called nitrofurans.
Wildlife board panel clears infra, mining project in MP’s tiger habitats; ropeway in Rajaji reserve
December 20, 2025 23:55 IST
Uttarakhand's Chief Wildlife Warden justifies ropeway proposal on the grounds that it will reduce traffic congestion during Kanwar pilgrimage season
ISRO conducts fresh tests to check parachute systems to bring back Gaganyaan astronauts
December 20, 2025 23:51 IST
During two exercises conducted on December 18 and 19, the space agency tested the ability of the drogue parachutes to work in extreme conditions. The test saw successful “reefed opening” of the parachutes, according to the agency.
Bihar doctor whose hijab CM Nitish Kumar pulled down fails to join duty
December 21, 2025 08:18 IST
Meanwhile, Jharkhand Health Minister offers her ‘a government position with a monthly salary of Rs 3 lakh, along with government accommodation and a preferred posting’
From International Border to LoC, sweep begins to check infiltration from Pakistan
December 20, 2025 22:22 IST
The areas where searches are going on include Pansar, Maniyari, Paharpur, Tappan, Mareed, Tarnah nallah, Bain nallah, Kishanpur Kandi, Rukh-e-Sarkar, Chak Chabbey and Dolka Samyal.
Maharashtra local body election results: Where and how to track counting and live updates
December 20, 2025 22:03 IST
In the first phase, votes were cast for 263 municipal councils and nagar panchayats.
‘When Gopinath Bordoloi stood against Congress…’: In Assam, Modi picks a chapter from history
December 21, 2025 08:15 IST
In the state for 2 days, PM inaugurated new terminal building for Guwahati’s Lokpriya Gopinath Bordoloi International Airport on Saturday afternoon
Army personnel held for ‘raping woman inside train’ in Jharkhand
December 20, 2025 19:00 IST
The nearby people approached the railway staff after hearing her cries and barged into the coach along with police.
Doctor whose naqab was removed by Nitish Kumar yet to join duty: Official
December 20, 2025 18:38 IST
Saturday is the last day of her joining, but the government may consider extending the date as a special case, Government Tibbi College & Hospital Principal Mahfoozur Rahman said.
‘No conclusive data linking higher AQI to lung diseases’: Govt
December 20, 2025 16:40 IST
There is no conclusive data establishing a direct correlation between higher air quality index (AQI) levels and lung diseases, the government has told Parliament.
How many Vande Bharat, Amrit Bharat trains are in Railways’ fleet? check full list
December 20, 2025 18:08 IST
Vande Bharat, Amrit Bharat Trains List Routes, Train Number: The Ministry of Railways has introduced modern trains such as the Vande Bharat Express and Amrit Bharat Express to transform rail travel in the country.
SIR of electoral rolls: How to check your name in Kerala, MP, Chhattisgarh, Andamans
December 20, 2025 17:43 IST
The ECI revised the SIR schedule for electoral rolls in Kerala, MP, Chhattisgarh and Andaman & Nicobar Islands, setting January 1, 2026 as the qualifying date.
Goa club blaze: Police start process to issue Blue Corner Notice against UK national who owns property
December 20, 2025 14:54 IST
Police had earlier named Surinder Khosla as an accused, saying he leased the property to brothers Gaurav and Saurabh Luthra
Rajdhani Express derails in Assam: Railways cancels, regulates, short-terminates 25 trains today – full list
December 20, 2025 14:51 IST
Rajdhani Express Train Accident in Assam, Cancelled Trains: According to NFR, the passengers of the affected coaches have been temporarily accommodated in the vacant berths available in other coaches. The derailment effected train after detaching the affected coaches has left the site for Guwahati at 06-11 hrs.
4 BJP supporters, on their way to PM Modi’s rally in West Bengal’s Nadia, die after being hit by train
December 20, 2025 18:23 IST
TMC alleged that the men had to lay down their lives to feed the ego of 'One man and the vanity of one party".
Air India Express pilot allegedly assaults passenger at Delhi T1; Aviation Ministry asks airline to ground Captain immediately
December 20, 2025 17:03 IST
Delhi T1 Assault Case: Air India Express also shared a statement condemning the behaviour of the pilot, while sharing that the pilot has been removed from office with immediate effect.
Sreenivasan, master of satire who made Malayalam moviegoers laugh and reflect, leaves behind a legacy for generations
December 21, 2025 08:44 IST
A six-time recipient of Kerala government film awards, actor-screenwriter Sreenivasan left his imprint in 200-odd movies, and is best known for his films that reflected Kerala’s social and political milieu.
Cold wave in north India: 129 flights cancelled at Delhi airport, thick smog blankets Delhi-NCR
December 20, 2025 14:44 IST
Flight delay updates: Airlines including Air India, IndiGo and SpiceJet have issued advisories warning passengers of possible flight delays and cancellations due to dense fog and poor visibility across northern India.
Dense fog, cold wave conditions persist in parts of North India; Srinagar shivers at 0.4 degrees ahead of Chill-e-Kalan
December 20, 2025 12:23 IST
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued an 'orange' alert for dense to very dense fog conditions over UP, Delhi, Chhattisgarh and Himachal Pradesh for today.
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