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Sunday, July 15, 2018

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EU, ASEAN agree to restart process of establishing FTA between them: Singapore PM Lee Hsien Loong
South Africa celebrates 100th birth anniversary of Nelson Mandela
Iraq's security forces on high after protests against high unemployment and lack of basic services in Baghdad
Pakistan govt declares day of national mourning today
Israel carries out heaviest strikes on Gaza since 2014
Haiti PM Jack Guy Lafontant resigns after days of protests
Huge iceberg drifts close to Greenland village prompting tsunami fears
1500 booked for taking out rally in support of Nawaz Sharif
Afghan official says insurgents kill 11 soldiers in west
Heavy rain, thunderstorms wreak havoc in China
UNSC imposes arms embargo on South Sudan
Summit between Donald Trump, Vladimir Putin to go ahead as scheduled, says Washington
Previous govts delayed Bansagar Canal project for several decades: PM Narendra Modi
India to head Asia Pacific Region of WCO for two years as its Vice Chair
Ministry of Corporate Affairs constitutes 10 Member Committee to review Companies Act 2013
Sixth India-Bangladesh Home Minister-level talks to be held in Dhaka today
PM Narendra Modi to dedicate to nation, Bansagar Canal Project in Mirzapur today
President Kovind to participate in Shiromani Kabir Prakat Diwas in Haryana
Sushma Swaraj, Shaikh Khalid bin Ahmed Al Khalifa to co-chair second joint commission meeting in Manama
University of Houston signs MoU with IIPE to build scientific, technical knowledge through joint research
Minority Affairs Minister flags off first batch of Hajj pilgrims
India inaugurates its largest visa centre in Bangladesh
President calls for promoting financial literacy among women
PM Modi lays foundation stone of Poorvanchal Expressway in UP
13 Indian boxers enter final of Golden Glove of Vojvodina youth tournament at Subotica
Summit clash of FIFA World Cup between France and Croatia to take place in Moscow today
Serena Williams stunned by Angelique Kerber in Wimbledon 2018 final
Ind vs Eng, 2nd ODI: England beat India by 86 runs to level series 1-1
PV Sindhu to shuttle it out for her maiden Thailand Open title in Bangkok
Novak Djokovic enters Wimbledon final
FIFA World Cup third place play-off today
15th batch of 2,922 Amarnath pilgrims leave Bhagwati Nagar Yatri Niwas Base camp in Jammu
North East Frontier Railway installs honey bee sound system at rail tracks to avoid elephants death in Assam
Chhattisgarh: 2 security personnel killed and 1 injured in Maoist attack in Kanker district
Andhra Pradesh: Atleast 6 people reported missing after boat capsized in Pasuvullanka village in east Godavari district
Heavy rain forecast for Uttarakhand
Ex-Gujarat CM Shankersinh Vaghela's son joins BJP
Goa CM inaugurates Goa IT Day celebrations
Rakesh Sinha among four nominated to Rajya Sabha
MCA has constituted a 10-Member Committee to review the offences under the Companies Act, 2013
Text of PMâ€™s address at the inauguration and laying of Foundation Stone for various development projects in Varanasi
Text of PMâ€™s address on laying of Foundation Stone for Poorvanchal Expressway in Azamgarh
PM inaugurates, lays Foundation Stone for various development projects in Varanasi
Union Home Minister holds talks with Bangladesh PM Ms. Sheikh Hasina in Dhaka
PM lays Foundation Stone for Poorvanchal Expressway in Azamgarh
President inaugurates Platinum Jubilee Celebrations of Institute of Cost Accountants of India; says cost accountants should ensure that products and services are delivered at a competitive price but without compromising on quality
Students must visit rural areas to know peopleâ€™s problems: Vice President
President of India to grace the Shiromani Kabir Prakat Diwas celebrations in Fatehabad tomorrow
President of India inaugurates platinum jubilee celebrations of Institute of Cost Accountants of India; says Cost Accountants should ensure that products and services are delivered at a competitive price but without compromising on quality
President nominates four members to Rajya Sabha
FIFA World Cup: France to battle resilient Croatia for title
EAM Sushma Swaraj to co-chair joint commission meet in Bahrain
Dhoni becomes 4th Indian batsman to score 10,000 runs in ODIs
Hazard and Belgium too good for England in World Cup play-off
PM Modi to launch several projects in Mirzapur today
Nine-day long Jagannath Rath Yatra begins with religious fervour
President Kovind announces four nominations to Rajya Sabha
Epic Djokovic stuns Nadal to reach Wimbledon final
Angelique Kerber beats Serena Williams to win first Wimbledon title
Sushma Swaraj inaugurates new Indian embassy complex in Bahrain
Commerce Minister Meets World Bank Team
Indian students bag three silver and two bronze medals in 59th International Mathematical Olympiad
Smt Maneka Sanjay Gandhi urges the States to ensure effective implementation of Protection of Women from Domestic Violence Act (PWDVA), 2005
Address by the Honâ€™ble President of India Shri Ram Nath Kovind at the meeting of Vice-Chancellors, Directors and Heads of various central Institutes of Higher Learning
Proposal for construction of break water harbour in Konkan
PM to visit Eastern UP on July 14th and 15th, 2018
Chhattisgarh naxal attack: Two BSF jawans killed in gunfight in Kanker district
EAM Sushma Swaraj co-chairs joint commission meet in Bahrain
PM Modi launches several development projects in Mirzapur
PM Modi lays foundation stone of 340 km-long Purvanchal Expressway
PV Sindhu storms into the final of Thailand Open
Mehbooba Mufti's remark receives all-round criticism
Heavy rains lash Delhi/NCR bringing much awaited relief from heat
PM launches projects worth over 900 crore rupees in Varanasi
Bombay HC declines to relax ban on thermocol for Ganesh festival
Many civilians among 54 dead in anti-IS strike in Syria: monitor
South Korean Prez urges North, U.S. to move forward on denuclearisation
'Black Widow' standalone to be directed by Cate Shortland
'Soorma' - film on legendary Indian hockey player Sandeep Singh released
Dejected England, Belgium aim to leave World Cup on a high
Root's ton guides England to series-levelling 86-run win over India
PM interacts with members of Self Help Groups across the country through video bridge
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Coverage of Anganwadi Workers (AWWs)/ Anganwadi Helpers (AWHs) under the Pradhan Mantri Jeevan Jyoti Bima Yojana (PMJJBY); Pradhan Mantri Suraksha Bima Yojana (PMSBY) and Anganwadi Karyakarti Bima Yojana (AKBY) and benefits available to them
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Minutes of "National Consultation on Child Protection" held on 5th June, 2018 at Jacaranda hall, India Habitat Centre, New Delhi.
Expression of Interest for selection of a consultancy agency for sustainable development goals related to women and children
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PM to interact directly with beneficiaries of National Rural Livelihoods Mission across the country tomorrow
PM to inaugurate new ASI Headquarters in New Delhi
List of MoUs/Documents signed during the State Visit of President of South Korea to India
PM’s Press Statement during the state visit of the President of the Republic of South Korea to India
Idea Exchange: Niti Aayog member VK Paul talks about National Health Mission and Ayushman Bharat - Financial Express
Niti Aayog Working on Proposal to Replace LPG Subsidy With Cooking Subsidy: Rajiv Kumar - News18
Niti Aayog proposes 15-point action plan to deal with air pollution - Economic Times
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Niti Aayog wants states to promote zero budget natural farming - Economic Times
2 BSF troopers killed in Chhattisgarh Maoist attack
Modi inaugurates Bansagar canal project in Mirzapur
N.Korea, US discuss return of American soldiers' remains (Lead)
Rajinikanth supports 'One India, One Election' proposal
6 of family commit suicide in Jharkhand
7 arrested in Morocco with IS links
Family meets Sharif, Maryam in Adiala Jail
N.Korea, US to discuss return of soldiers' remains
2,922 pilgrims leave for Amarnath Yatra
Trump-Putin summit should proceed: Pompeo
Haitian PM resigns after fuel-price hikes triggered riots (Lead)
33 injured after loss of cabin pressure forces emergency landing in Germany
Celeb scrutiny: Henry Cavill finds it funny (IANS Interview)
Making contaminated water potable -- at just 50 paise a litre
Demi Moore 'roasts' ex husband Bruce Willis
Rs 1 cr ISRO's lithium ion cell technology gets overwhelming initial response
Creating job opportunities from e-waste: India-born Australian scientist shows the way
NASA's stunning footage of Cassini lands Emmy nomination
I don't rush into a film: Director Shashank Khaitan
After SC order, officers' mindset has changed: Delhi minister
Theo Rossi feels 'super fortunate' to represent 'colourful' world
Cloudy Sunday morning in Delhi
Mayer teases Bieber, Baldwin on steamy hot tub photo
How a woman grenade blast survivor overcame disability to inspire change (IANS Special Series)
Hollywood's transgenders laud Scarlett Johansson
Feni, fish and formalin: Morgue preservative in seafood provokes outrage, acrid humour
Once a poetic experience, sex has now become an unfulfilling encounter: Writer Seema Anand (IANS Interview)
With Q1 earnings, WPI data scheduled equity indices await eventful week ahead (Market Outlook)
Shreyas Talpade to play father to 3 kids
Fortunate to be offered variety in a short span: Ishaan Khatter
The original modern 'Action Girl': Modesty Blaise and her capers (Column: Bookends)
Testosterone treatment can bring new hope for cancer patients
Skills that can help you at your workplace (July 15 is World Youth Skill Day)
Vistara junks box-meals concept for trays to make extra room for fliers
Air India set to rejig crew management system after rostering scam
DCB Bank Q1 profit at Rs 700 million against Rs 650 million in Q!FY18
DCB Bank Ltd today reported profit after tax of Rs 70 crore for the first quarter of the current fiscal.
Apple loses sales executives as it struggles to boost iPhone sales in India
US court prevents Dr Reddy's from launching opioid treatment drug Suboxone
New questions arise about executive behaviour of Uber COO Barney Harford
RBI nod for Fairfax's 51% stake acquisition in Catholic Syrian Bank
Vistara removes box meal concept, to use tray for in-flight meal
IDBI Bank seeks shareholders' nod to raise for Rs 50 billion in capital
Soon, Google AI tools to help customise learning for the students
Blood test significant diagnostic method for disease detection
News digest: Sensex rising high, FIFA World Cup 2018 Final, and more
Military most trusted in India; govt officials, parties take back seats
Constitutional morality ought to dictate terms
Taking multivitamins does not reduce the risk for cardiovascular disease
Swift gene-editing technology may give boost to cancer treatment
PM Narendra Modi inaugurates Rs 230-bn Purvanchal highway in Uttar Pradesh
Urban centers draw global population growth, suggest demographic trends
Police unearth fake passport racket in Tamil Nadu, two Sri Lankans nabbed
Kolkata court issues summons to Shashi Tharoor on 'Hindu Pakistan' remark
This is how modern world stress is taking a toll on pregnant women
A super-secret Wimbledon beauty salon where no fans are allowed
My duty as defence minister was repayment of Goa's loan to India: Parrikar
Cost accountants should help reduce 'avoidable costs', fight gold plating
In Dhaka, Rajnath Singh inaugurates India's largest visa centre
BJP says Amit Shah didn't comment on building Ram temple before polls
ED chargesheets Naveen Jindal, others in coal block allocation case
Railways to install plastic bottle crushing machines at 2,000 stations
Indian digital economy likely to touch $1 trillion-mark by 2022: DEA Secy
India set for third-largest economy tag with $10 trn GDP by 2030: Garg
World Cup 2018 final: France favourite but Croatia have element of surprise
Centre must not micro-manage Finance Commission: Kerala FM Thomas Isaac
ASCI to work closely with NCW to monitor 'indecent' advertisements
US-China trade war to benefit Indian laminates manufacturers
Farmers' groups plan 4-month agitation to oppose Centre's MSP hike
MSP hike in Kharif crops may dent India's farm exports in long term
West Bengal exempts e-way bill for job work, but industry may not complain
MEIS rate hike to benefit Indian agri exporters marginally
Infosys-built data analytics helps GoM decipher GST defaulters: Sushil Modi
Slide in rank could hurt investor sentiment for 'Make in Odisha
India could become third largest economy by 2030 with $10-trn GDP: Garg
Finance Ministry may ask Sebi to extend public float deadline for PSBs
UP 'anti-Romeo squads' to get more teeth
The Uttar Pradesh Police has decided to strengthen its 'anti-Romeo squads' to protect women from stalkers and eve-teasers, official sources said.
A K Capital Services leads race to manage India's first debt ETF
Debt advisory services firm A K Capital Services is likely to manage India's first Debt Exchange Traded Fund (ETF) proposed to be set up for PSUs and public sector banks to raise long terms funds from the market.
Delhi minorities panel summons DSFDC officials over 'meagre loans given to small number' of people
Concerned over "meagre loans given to a small number" of minorities in the national capital, Delhi's minorities body has summoned officials of government lending agency DSFDC to explain reasons behind it.
Comedy of errors leave top Indian athletes hitching a ride at Asiad torch relay
A haphazard organisation of the 2018 Asian Games torch relay at the continental event's birthplace, New Delhi, led to a comedy of errors which saw elite Indian athletes including P R Sreejesh, Sardar Singh, Jitu Rai and Sharath Kamal hitching a ride on the media bus.
Manipur University impasse: Agitators refuse to cooperate with
Two days after the Centre formed a committee to look into the charges levelled against Manipur University Vice Chancellor Adya Prasad Pandey, the agitators at the institute have refused to cooperate with the panel, terming the move as "a ploy to undermine democratic movement".
Listed firms' transfer of shares to be in demat form from Dec
Transfer of shares of listed companies has to essentially be in dematerialised mode from December 5, according to markets regulator Sebi.
Bangladeshi woman gets 3-year RI for flesh trade, illegal stay
The Thane district court has convicted a 24-year-old Bangladeshi woman on charges of running a sex racket and illegal stay and sentenced her to rigorous imprisonment for three years.
When we get bored, we'll divorce each other: Anurag on working with Nawazuddin
Anurag Kashyap says he will only stop working with frequent collaborator Nawazuddin Siddiqui when they will not have anything new to offer to the audiences.
India, US likely to hold first tri-services military drill later this year: Official
India and the US are likely to hold their first tri-services military drill later this year and talks to finalise the modalities of the exercise are on, a senior Defence Ministry official has said.
The writing is on the wall: graffiti is art of expression but can also be vandalism
Earlier this month, 20-year-old Abhimanyu, a BSc student and SFI leader from Kochi's Maharaja's College, was stabbed to death allegedly because of graffiti by members of the Campus Front - the students wing of the Islamic Popular Front of India.
Wish Amartya Sen spends some time in India to see structural reforms: Niti Aayog VC
Days after Amartya Sen lamented that India has taken a quantum jump backwards since 2014, Niti Aayog Vice Chairman Rajiv Kumar today said the Nobel laureate should spend some time in the country to see the structural reforms undertaken by the Modi government.
Childline expanded to 450 locations, 76 key railway stations: WCD ministry
Childline, the nationwide emergency helpline for children in distress, has been expanded to 450 locations, including 76 key railway stations, the Women and Child Development Ministry has said.
Can never feel 100 per cent secure in showbiz, says Katrina Kaif
With films such as "Rajneeti", "Ek Tha Tiger", "Dhoom 3" and "Tiger Zinda Hai" to her credit, she may have become one of the biggest female stars in Bollywood, but Katrina Kaif says it is tough to feel completely "secure" in movie business.
PM slams previous govts for neglecting people, delaying development projects
Prime Minister Narendra Modi today attacked the previous governments headed by opposition parties, accusing them of neglecting the people and not completing development projects on time.
Geo-spatial technology for development of smart villages
Use of geo-spatial techniques like remote sensing can be of immense help in identifying villages lacking in basic infrastructure and ensuring their all round development at micro-level, according to a senior scientist.
Post-matric scholarship scheme for SC students: Centre directive to states, UTs on depositing fees
The Centre has asked all states and union territories to instruct educational institutions to extend the date of depositing the fees for Scheduled Caste students eligible under its post-matric scholarship scheme till the amount is transferred to their bank accounts.
Niti Aayog working on proposal to replace LPG subsidy with cooking subsidy: Kumar
Government think tank Niti Aayog is working on a proposal to replace LPG subsidy with cooking subsidy in order to extend the benefits to people using piped natural gas and biofuels for cooking purposes, a top official said today.
Centre, Lt Guv creating hurdles: Pondy CM
Puducherry Chief Minister V Narayanasamy today said his government is struggling to carry out its routine administration because of "hurdles" caused by the Centre and the Lieutenant Governor.
Karnataka: Mob kills man on suspicion of being child lifter
Naxal attack: Raman Singh condoles jawans' death
I am unhappy, swallowing pain of coalition govt, says Kumaraswamy
Azhar keen to contest 2019 polls from Secunderabad in Telangana
After contesting the last two Lok Sabha elections from Uttar Pradesh and Rajasthan, Congress leader and former Indian cricket captain Mohammad Azharuddin is keen to fight the 2019 polls from his home state Telangana's Secunderabad constituency.
NCPCR recommends use of AI, digital technology for regulating school fees
The NCPCR has recommended to the states a slew of measures like use of artificial intelligence and digital technology for regulation of school fees amid rising complaints of inappropriate fee hike against private and unaided schools.
10k more Sanskrit speakers in India in 2011 census
Sanskrit may be the least-spoken language in India but it is far from being done and dusted as latest census figure of 2011 shows the ancient language has earned 10,000 new speakers in a span of 10 years, a growth of 71 per cent.
Shoppers Stop bets on omni-channel strategy to grow biz
Brick and mortar retailer Shoppers Stop is betting big on an omni-channel retail strategy -- a combination of physical stores and online site -- to grow its business and aims to be completely debt-free by the end of this fiscal.
Citizens' 'emotional connect' helps river get a new life
A citizens' initiative to clean a river in Maharashtra's Akola district has set an example of how an 'emotional connect' can help in the revival of water bodies reeling under pollution, .
Army distributed 17000 solar lights in un-electrified hamlets in JK's Doda
The Army has distributed 17,000 solar lights among the residents of un-electrified and inaccessible hamlets in Doda district of Jammu and Kashmir.
Over 2000 girls, women from Mumbai remain untraced: Govt
During the last five years more than 26,000 girls and women went missing from Mumbai alone, out of which 24,444 were found and 2,264 are yet to be traced, revealed the Maharashtra government data.
Housing sales in NCR up 23% in April-June over previous qtr : ANAROCK
Housing demand that was hit by demonetisation seems to be recovering in the national capital region (NCR) with sales rising 23 per cent to 11,150 units during April-June 2018 over the previous quarter, according to a study.
Garib Rath tickets set for hike with bedroll kits likely to cost more
Bedroll kits could soon be included in the ticket price of the poor man's no frills AC train, the Garib Rath Express, but it could cost significantly more with the railways considering a hike from the Rs 25 fixed over a decade ago, senior officials said.
Data breach scandal: Govt refuses to share Facebook's response citing confidentiality
The Indian government has refused to share copies of responses received from the US-based social media giant Facebook over global data breach scandal involving London-based data mining firm Cambridge Analytica, saying the information was shared by the companies in confidence.
Laws illusory, do not get desired results in dealing with corruption in medical field: Khurshid
The laws to deal with corruption in the medical field are "illusory" and do not get the desired results, and in such cases blame is often apportioned to "persons who can't fight back", according to former Union minister Salman Khurshid.
Newton's apple tree may soon take root' in India
Sir Isaac Newton's iconic apple tree, which is believed to have inspired the British physicist to propose the theory of gravity nearly 350 years ago and holds a special place in the annals of science, may soon have a descendant in India to inspire the next generation of scientists.
South Delhi slums get a makeover thanks to street art
Bland walls and drab surroundings of many slums in south Delhi have now been transformed into vibrant and colourful spaces, thanks to a street art project that seeks to meaningfully engage people with the residents of such colonies.
Labour Minister writes to states after low compliance to creche facilities by employers
The Labour Ministry is holding discussions with state governments for effective compliance to the creche facility norm under the amended Maternity Benefit Act that mandates offices with 50 and more employees to provide a child care facility for working mothers.
13 Indian boxers enter finals of Serbian youth tourney
Indian boxers continued to be on a roll at the 36th Golden Glove of Vojvodina youth tournament with 13 of them, including six women, advancing to the final in Subotica, Serbia.
Delhi Cabinet nod to charging Rs 50 extra for doorstep delivery of public services
For an extra fee of Rs 50, Delhi government will provide 100 public services, such as birth certificate, caste certificate, driving licence, ration card, at people's doorstep from next month.
FDI in services sector slumps 23% in 2017-18
FDI inflows in the services sector declined by about 23 per cent to USD 6.7 billion in 2017-18, according to the Department of Industrial Policy and Promotion (DIPP).
Hope 'Dhadak' touches hearts of millions: Jahnvi Kapoor
With less than a week to go for the release of her debut film 'Dhadak', actor Janhvi Kapoor hoped that the Shashank-Khaitan directorial venture turns out to be a "moving experience" for the audience.
UPSC civil services prelims exam results declared
The result of civil services preliminary examination has been declared by the Union Public Service Commission (UPSC).
De Beers to focus on smaller cities in India for expansion
Global diamond producer De Beers is looking to partner local retailers in smaller cities to boost sales which it claims grew at 100 per cent last year.
Govt to give preference to cyber security products by domestic firms
The government has mandated giving preference to locally produced cyber security products in all public procurement where intellectual property rights are owned by companies or start-ups incorporated in India.
Woman on way to appear in police recruitment exam killed in road accident
A woman was killed and two others were injured when their car rammed into a truck in Ajmer district of Rajasthan today.
CCI dismisses complaint against Athletics Federation of India
The Competition Commission has dismissed a complaint alleging abuse of dominant position by the Athletics Federation of India (AFI) with regard to organisation of athletics activities.
Tata Motors, Mahindra top R&D spenders in auto industry
Homegrown companies Tata Motors and Mahindra & Mahindra were the biggest spenders on research and development in 2016-17 among 25 automakers in India which together invested Rs 6,344 crore, latest industry data showed.
Lynching incidents: Police to devise ways to deal with rumour-mongering
Concerned over a string of lynching incidents in Maharashtra, the police have decided to launch a campaign to check the spread of rumours on social media and come up with new ways to deal with the menace.
501 cases disposed off in Lok Adalat in Jamshedpur
Altogether 501 cases, including dispute related to banking sector, have been disposed off at the National Lok Adalat at the Civil Court premises here, an official release said.
Passenger vehicles export from India dips 7.37% in Q1
Passenger vehicle exports declined 7.37 per cent in the first quarter of 2018-19 as various leading exporters focussed on domestic market while issues at some key markets abroad curtailed overseas shipments.
PFRDA notifies new norms for pension distribution channels
Pension fund regulator PFRDA has notified fresh Point of Presence (PoP) norms to deepen penetration of old age social security schemes by strengthening distribution channel for products.
Delhi HC sentences man to life term for sodomy
The Delhi High Court has sentenced a man to life imprisonment for sodomising a three-and-a half-year-old boy, observing that the child was subjected to traumatic and brutal sexual assault.
DMRC to get green power from Rewa solar plant in two months
The Delhi Metro Rail Corporation (DMRC) will start getting green power from the Madhya Pradesh-based Rewa Ultra Mega Solar Ltd (RUMSL) in the next two months, the first project in the country to supply power to an inter-state open access customer.
Monsoon Session: Left to press for PM's reply on discussion on communal violence, lynching
The Left parties intend to corner the government in Parliament on incidents of lynching and communal violence in the country and press for a reply from Prime Minister Narendra Modi in the coming Monsoon Session.
Man beaten up by locals for sexually harassing girl, arrested
A 40-year-old man was thrashed by locals for allegedly sexually harassing a girl and he was then handed over to the police here.
Plan for tea auction centre in Tripura
In an effort to boost the century-old tea industry in the state, the Tripura Tea Development Corporation (TTDC) is contemplating setting up its own auction centre at Dharmanagar, a senior TTDC official said.
RBI gets global praise for targeted communication tools
The RBI has come in for effusive praise by the global banking authority, the Bank for International Settlements (BIS), for its effective communications strategy.
Natural gas, ATF in GST this week?
The all-powerful GST Council may this week consider bringing jet fuel (ATF) and natural gas under GST ambit but tax slab is acting as a deterrent, people familiar with the matter said.
Nearly 3,000 pilgrims leave Jammu for Amarnath cave shrine
A fresh batch of nearly 3,000 pilgrims left the Bhagwati Nagar base camp here for the cave shrine of Amarnath in south Kashmir Himalayas today, the police said.
Reliance vs PSUs: Battle for ATF pipelines in Mumbai hots up
The battle over lucrative pipelines supplying jet fuel to Mumbai airport is hotting up with a powerful formation of Reliance Industries and private airlines Jet Airways and Emirates trying to break the stranglehold of PSU oil firms BPCL and HPCL.
Couple killed after car falls into gorge in J-K's Doda district
A couple were killed while their son and two daughters were injured when their car skidded off a hilly road and fell into a deep gorge in Doda district of Jammu and Kashmir this morning, the police said.
Cloudy morning in Delhi, light rain predicted
It was cloudy morning in the national capital today, with the meteorological department predicting light rains in the city later in the day.
Job portals increasingly adopting AI tools to make job search more efficient
The recruitment space is innovating at a rapid rate and job portals are experimenting with Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools that is transforming the way talent is identified and hired, making the process more productive, efficient and diverse.
JNU's data entry operator has 4 Guinness book records for typing skills
JNU staffer Vinod Kumar does not just punch in numbers at the university's accounts department, where he works as a data entry operator, but also has four Guinness book records to his credit for his typing skills.
Two BSF jawans killed in Chhattisgarh
PM to address rally in Midnapore town tomorrow
Prime Minister Narendra Modi will address a farmers rally tomorrow at Midnapore town in West Bengal focusing on the Centre's recent decision to increase the MSP of Kharif crops.
Man ends life after argument with wife
An 18-year-old man allegedly committed suicide by consuming poison at Titawi village in this district, police said today.
Dalal Street ready for Rs 14,000-cr IPOs
The IPO lane is getting busy as at least seven companies, including Lodha Developers and HDFC Mutual Fund, are expected to hit the capital market in the coming week to raise over Rs 14,000 crore.
UP: Cop registers complaint against himself for failing to prevent cow smuggling
Man arrested as woman commits suicide after being raped
A 26-year-old woman was allegedly raped and later committed suicide, following which the accused was arrested, the police said today.
Delhi: Delivery boys vandalise restaurant
Rahul doesn't even know how onion grows: Shivraj Chouhan
2 women molested at Bihar short stay home
Telangana Govt to examine inclusion of nomads in backward classes list
Army, FTII join hands to provide acting skills to Baramulla youth
J-K Govt revokes individual Arms Licenses
60 venomous snakes found in Maharashtra school's kitchen
Andhra CM motivates people for plantation
Modi supporters gather to see his glimpse as he travels across Varanasi
Over 4000 people arrested till now under anti-Romeo campaign
Modi inspects development projects in Varanasi
In a late night tour, Prime Minister Narendra Modi tonight reviewed the ongoing development projects in his parliamentary constituency of Varanasi, officials said.
New system to predict which online conversations may turn toxic
Scientists have developed a computer programme that can predict when civil, constructive conversations on the internet may take a toxic turn and degenerate into personal attacks - a tool which could help regulate online trolls.
Kate Upton pregnant with her first child
Supermodel Kate Upton is expecting her first child with her husband, baseball player Justin Verlander.
Testosterone therapy can prevent drastic weight loss in cancer patients
A testosterone therapy can help prevent loss of body mass in cancer patients undergoing chemotherapy, and help improve their quality of life.
S Korea probes army plan for troops to control protesters
A group of army generals rolling tanks and troops into Seoul to seize power. Paratroopers firing at large crowds calling for democracy.
Summit fever: Trump reaches for big moment with Putin
Though President Donald Trump has met with Russian President Vladimir Putin twice before, he is eager to recreate in Finland the heady experience that he had last month with North Korean leader Kim Jong Un in Singapore.
Civilian deaths in war-torn Afghanistan hit record high: UN
The number of Afghan civilians killed in the country's long-running conflict hit a record high in the first six months of 2018, UN figures showed today, with militant attacks and suicide bombs the leading causes of death.
N Korea, US hold talks on war dead repatriation
North Korean and US military officials met at the inter-Korea border today to discuss repatriation of the remains of American troops killed during the Korean War, a report said.
After no end of drama, Trump, Putin take to summit stage
Before coming to Europe, US President Donald Trump raised eyebrows by predicting that Monday's historic Helsinki summit with Russian counterpart Vladimir Putin would be the "easiest" stage of his tour.
Five teenage footballers drown in Bangladesh
Five teenage footballers drowned in a river in southeast Bangladesh moments after they played a friendly match between supporters of Argentina and Brazil, police said today.
NASA Juno spots volcano on Jupiter moon Io
Scientists have discovered a volcano close to the south pole of Jupiter's moon Io, using data collected by NASA's Juno spacecraft.
UK health care award-winner wants unique rehab centre in India
An Indian-origin health care professional, who was recently awarded for her work to improve the quality of patient care in the UK's state-funded National Health Service (NHS), has said her dream is to start a rehabilitation and re-employment centre in India.
Dhoni booed by Indian spectators during 2nd ODI
On a day when he crossed the 10,000-run milestone in ODIs, Mahendra Singh Dhoni was booed by the Indian supporters at the 'Home of Cricket' for his slow batting during the team's 86-run defeat against England in the second game of the three-match series.
Obama to lead celebrations 100 years after Mandela's birth
South Africa celebrates the 100th anniversary of Nelson Mandela's birth this week with a flagship speech by former US president Barack Obama and an outpouring of memories and tributes to the late anti-apartheid leader.
Joss Whedon's TV comeback is an epic sci-fi series
Joss Whedon is set to return to TV with "The Nevers," an epic science fiction series from HBO.
Jamie Foxx in negotiations for Michael B Jordan's court drama
Jamie Foxx is in talks to join Michael B Jordan in a courtroom drama titled "Just Mercy.
Quantico' star Josh Hopkins to feature in thriller film
Actor Josh Hopkins has been signed on for thriller film "Crown Vic," helmed by writer and director Joel Souza.
Adam Levine to executive produce YouTube show
Singer Adam Levine is set to executive produce a Youtube Premium series titled "Sugar".
Selena Gomez, Tilda Swinton to star in Jim Jarmusch's zombie film
Singer Selena Gomez and Oscar-winning actor Tilda Swinton will feature in an upcoming zombie comedy film "The Dead Don't Die.".
Trying to pick up as many cues possible while facing Kuldeep: Joe Root
Joe Root had faced only four deliveries from Kuldeep Yadav being dismissed twice in earlier games and his primary aim during the second ODI against India was to "pick as many cues as possible" while facing the left-arm wrist-spinner, who has created quite an impression in the English ranks.
Trump says Britain must get Brexit 'carve out' for US trade deal
Britain must ensure it is free to cut a trade deal with the US in its Brexit agreement with the EU, President Donald Trump said in an interview today.
Herpes virus may up Alzheimer's risk
Herpes virus can increase the likelihood of developing Alzheimer's disease, according to a study which also found that antiviral drugs can significantly reduce the risk of the neurodegenrative disorder.
8-year-old yoga champion named 'British Indian of the Year
An eight-year-old Indian-origin schoolboy who is the under-11 UK national yoga champion has been named the British Indian of the Year for his achievements in the field.
No claimants for India-linked dormant Swiss bank accounts!
It is the third year since Swiss banks made public a list of accounts lying dormant without any trace of owners and no claimant has come forward for those with Indian links, even as a political slugfest continues in India over alleged black money parked there.
Lord's pitch offered turn when we batted unlike when we bowled: Chahal
Leg spinner Yuzvendra Chahal felt that unlike England innings when there wasn't much assistance for slow bowlers, the Lord's track helped home team spinners Adil Rashid and Moeen Ali as India lost the second ODI by a comprehensive margin of 86 runs.
Mike Bryan wins Wimbledon for 17th Slam, 1st without brother
Mike Bryan found himself a suitable backup partner for Wimbledon and the result was a record-tying 17th Grand Slam men's doubles title and his first without his twin brother.
Krejcikova dedicates Wimbledon doubles title to Novotna
Breaking and creating records weren't the most special parts of winning the Wimbledon women's doubles title for Barbora Krejcikova.
France holds breath as football brings nation together
French fans dared to dream of a World Cup victory on Sunday as they prepared to watch the game on a sunny summer weekend after a tournament that has lifted spirits and led to a rare sense of national unity.
Youth needs to be prepared for 'fourth industrial revolution': Satya Pal
Union minister Satya Pal Singh has said the young generation needs to be prepared for challenges of the "fourth industrial revolution" where robotics, artificial intelligence and 3D printing would dominate the world.
Holder wraps up Windies rout of Bangladesh
Skipper Jason Holder produced another devastating burst of bowling as the West Indies completed a 2-0 series win over Bangladesh, romping to a 166-run victory inside three days at Sabina Park.
Cuba to reshape government with new constitution
Cuba has revealed new details about plans to reshape its government, courts and economy with a constitutional reform set to be approved by the national assembly this month.
Houston varsity signs MoU with Indian Institute of Petroleum and Energy
The University of Houston has signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with the Indian Institute of Petroleum and Energy (IIPE) here with the aim to build scientific and technical knowledge through joint research.
US official: Russia using social media to divide Americans
The US homeland security secretary has said there are no signs that Russia is targeting this year's mid-term elections with the same "scale or scope" it targeted the 2016 presidential election.
Two killed in southern Iraq as protests spread
Two more demonstrators were killed in southern Iraq, officials said, as protests against unemployment spread from the port city of Basra to other parts of the country including Baghdad.
Haiti prime minister resigns after deadly unrest
Embattled Haiti Prime Minister Jack Guy Lafontant HAS resigned following deadly violence and looting sparked by a now-abandoned plan to raise fuel prices.
Hamas says truce reached after Israel's biggest strikes since 2014 war
Israel unleashed its biggest air strikes on the Gaza Strip since a 2014 war, killing two Palestinians, while dozens of rockets targeted Israel, but Hamas said a ceasefire had been reached late in the day.
Girl who fueled opposition to splitting families joins mom
A 6-year-old girl from El Salvador who became a face of the Trump administration's practice of separating immigrant families at the border has been reunited with her mother.
France, Malta will take 50 rescued migrants each: PM
France and Malta have agreed to take 50 migrants each out of 450 stranded at sea on two EU border agency vessels, Italian Prime Minister Giuseppe Conte has said after pressing his European peers to keep their promise to share the burden.
Trump tweets, hits links before high-stakes Putin meeting
Two days before a high-stakes summit with Russian President Vladimir Putin, President Donald Trump played golf and tweeted today from one of his namesake resorts, blaming his predecessor for Russian election meddling and lashing out at the free press from foreign soil.
Netanyahu says Israel inflicted 'hardest blow' on Hamas since 2014 war
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said today that Israel had inflicted its "hardest blow" on Hamas since a 2014 war with a wave of air strikes in the Gaza Strip and threatened to intensify them if necessary.
Israel exchanges intense fire with Hamas militants in Gaza
The Israeli military carried out its largest daytime airstrike campaign in Gaza since the 2014 war today as Hamas militants fired dozens of rockets into Israel throughout the day, threatening to trigger an all-out war after weeks of growing tensions along the volatile border.
Thousands protest in Barcelona for release of Catalan leaders
Thousands of Catalans protested today in Barcelona for the release of separatist leaders held over their role in the region's secession bid and the return of those who fled abroad into self-exile.
Another Chilean priest is suspended amid pedophilia inquiry
Another Chilean priest has been suspended from his official duties as the archdiocese of Santiago investigates pedophilia allegations against him, in the latest abuse scandal to strike the Chilean church.
I'm just getting started': Serena defiant after Wimbledon woe
Serena Williams vowed to use the pain of her shock Wimbledon final defeat against Angelique Kerber to fuel her bid for future Grand Slam glory.
Torch relay for Asian Games 2018 begins
India lose 2nd ODI against England by 86 runs
Ariana Grande gets sixth Pete Davidson tattoo
AirAsia mulls dual Airbus jet order but how much will it pay?
Indian digital economy will touch $1 trillion-mark by 2022: DEA Secy
Being positive helps fight cancer
Pak polls: Leaders of major political parties under threat
UK minister, a top supporter of Pakistan, resigns over sexual harassment
Protestor flies over Trump's golf resort in Scotland
Family visits Adiala jail to meet Nawaz, Maryam
MQM Washington chapter to boycott Pak elections
UN chief condemns terrorist attacks in Pakistan
Haiti's PM resigns amid fuel price hike protests
Mastung blast: Pak army chief condoles with bereaved families of victims
Jagannath Yatra begins in Nepal
Jailed Maryam conveys emotional message to supporters ahead of Pak polls
No bed, dirty washroom for Nawaz Sharif in jail, alleges son
PM Modi slams Congress for 'muslim-party' remark; stop lying, it responds
Narendra Modi
DU admission 2018: 6th cut-off list on Wednesday; special drive from Monday
FPIs selling spree continues; withdraw Rs 12 bn from markets in July so far
How Jack White's rock song 'Seven Nation Army' became the World Cup anthem
Jack White
Facing an attack from the Pakistani deep state, can Nawaz Sharif comeback?
Nawaz Sharif
Dirty washroom for Nawaz Sharif, deprived of bed in jail, alleges son
Vistara removes box meal concept, to use tray for in-flight meals
students, learning
It's not the time to play duration game; existing investors should shift
saving schemes, investment
Subash Chandra Garg
Croatia goal
Meet the CEO of America's Most Exciting Bank - at least as he's branded it
France versus Croatia: The battle of economies has already been won
FIFA World Cup 2018
Thomas Isaac
Sebi proposes to tighten rules for auditors, valuers; seeks feedback
kharif, agriculture
farmer, msp, agriculture
Still can't believe it worked': The story of the Thailand cave rescue
thai boys, thailand
This World Cup Final, crack open a cold one in style with Budweiser glass
Fifa Beer Mug
Tamil Nadu opposes Higher Education Bill, says no to scrapping UGC
Will growing intolerance lead to the end of democracy in Indonesia?
Airbus near blockbuster $23 billion A321neo aircraft sale to AirAsia
How the spies hid behind bitcoin
Russians hacked Hillary Clinton the day Donald Trump invited them to
Johnson & Johnson vows to appeal $4.7 bn talc verdict awarded to 22 women
Indictment of Russian officers puts pressure on Trump at Putin summit
Pakistan blast: Balochistan mourns the death of its fragile peace
Walt Disney's $71-billion deal with 21st Century Fox backed by proxy firms
Facebook hires top Google engineer to head its in-house chip development
US stocks edge higher on industrials, energy firms; dollar flattens
Investing in SoftBank a bet on Masayoshi Son's deal-making prowess
Facebook, Twitter, Alphabet to testify at US House Judiciary hearing
Maryam, husband to challenge verdict; Sharif lands in 'B' class jail
Where to keep Sharif after arrest? Media critical of Pakistan's dilemma
Arrested for graft, Sharif, Maryam get B-class facility in Rawalpindi jail
Fifa World Cup final: Today's match schedule free live streaming for Sunday
Kohli backs Dhoni after his slow Lord's innings, says criticism unfortunate
Total corporate funding in solar sector up 15% at $5.3 bn in H1 2018
Here's how Team SEEDS is making architecture work for the poor
Sensex on a high but foreign investors gain little
Amal Clooney & Barack Obama: Celebrities with clay feet
Employees rising
Rebooting higher education
The compensatory afforestation riddle
In Bihar unit of Bhartiya Janata Party, it is rise of second generation
DCB Bank Q1 profit at Rs 700 million against Rs 650 million in Q1FY18
Aurobindo acquires Apotex Inc's biz in 5 European countries for 74 mn euros
The Digest: That Brain-Tingle Sensation Might Have Physical And Mental Benefits
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