Breaking HIGHLIGHTS: Nation gears up for Independence Day 2023

Aug 12, 2023 09:04 PM

NSG conducts aerial insertion drills to improve security readiness ahead of Independence Day

The National Security Guard (NSG) on Saturday carried out aerial insertion drills throughout the national capital to improve security readiness ahead of Independence Day and other impending international events, said officials.

Aug 12, 2023 08:29 PM

Eiffel Tower evacuated after bomb alert

France's most recognizable landmark, Eiffel Tower was evacuated for a while after a bomb alert, a police source told Le Parisien on Saturday.

As this place is the favourite tourist destination and also this week is the long weekend so many visitors are expected and for their safety, this evacuation was a "precautionary measure."

Aug 12, 2023 08:29 PM

Schools in UP will be open on Sunday for implementation of Har Ghar Tiranga program

The Uttar Pradesh governments has directed all basic and secondary schools of the state to stay open on Sunday (August 13) for the implementation of Har Ghar Tiranga and Meri Mati Mera Desh programs under the Azaadi ka Amrit Mahotsav scheme.

Aug 12, 2023 07:51 PM

West Indies win toss, opt to bat against India in 4th T20I

West Indies skipper Rovman Powell won the toss and opted to bat against India in the fourth T20I match at the Central Broward Regional Park Stadium Turf Ground on Saturday. 

India will be looking to keep the series alive after they ended up on the losing side in the first two games. They won the third T20 to make it 2-1. On the other hand, West Indies will be keen to seal the series with a game to spare. 

Aug 12, 2023 06:38 PM

Non-bailable warrant issued against AAP MLA Sheetal Angural from Jalandhar

Aug 12, 2023 06:35 PM

Buddhism is a sanctuary for the soul in the 21st Century

 As religious affiliations in the Western world wane, Buddhism stands out as a spiritual refuge for many seeking answers beyond traditional religious doctrines

Aug 12, 2023 06:31 PM

Imran Khan to be provided with “appropriate medical facilities"

Islamabad High Court, on Saturday, asked the Attock jail to provide Pakistan's former Prime Minister Imran Khan with “appropriate medical facilities" and allow him to have meetings with friends and family, Dawn reported. 

Aug 12, 2023 06:21 PM

Preparations in full swing for celebrating Independence Day in Chhattisgarh

The country is engaged in preparations for 15th August. Independence Day preparations are in full swing in Chhattisgarh as well. Like every year, this time too the country's Independence will be celebrated with full vigour and enthusiasm. Chief Minister Bhupesh Baghel will hoist the flag at the main function organized at the Police Parade Ground in the capital Raipur. All the preparations for this have almost been completed. 

Aug 12, 2023 06:07 PM

Atishi's portfolio allocation has been approved by LG: Office of LG

Delhi Minister Atishi has now been given additional portfolios of Service and Vigilance department

Aug 12, 2023 05:53 PM

Glowing tribute: Kashmir's potter Umar prepares 10,000 oil lamps for Independence Day

In a quaint corner of Jammu and Kashmir, where the rich heritage of pottery has been passed down through generations, a ray of unexpected opportunity has dawned on Mohammad Umar.
This year, Diwali seems to have arrived early for Umar, as his skilled hands meticulously shape clay into 10,000 oil lamps commissioned by the administration for the upcoming Independence Day celebrations.

Aug 12, 2023 05:26 PM

Gaganyaan Mission: ISRO conducts drogue parachute deployment tests

The Vikram Sarabhai Space Centre (VSSC)/ISRO, successfully conducted a series of Drogue Parachute Deployment Tests at the Rail Track Rocket Sled (RTRS) facility of the Terminal Ballistics Research Laboratory, Chandigarh, during August 8-10, 2023, a press statement from ISRO stated.

The tests were conducted in collaboration with Aerial Delivery Research and Development Establishment (ADRDE)/DRDO.

Aug 12, 2023 05:14 PM

Himachal Pradesh: IMD predicts heavy rainfall in eight districts, issues orange alert

The India Meteorological Department (IMD) on Saturday issued an orange alert for eight districts of Shimla.
According to Bui Lal, Deputy Director of IMD, "The rain is forecasted for most of the places. We have issued orange alerts of heavy rainfall in Solan, Shimla, Sirmaur, Bilaspur, Hamirpur, Kangra, Mandi and Una districts of the state

Aug 12, 2023 04:32 PM

First direct flight from Belarus arrives in India

The first direct flight from Belarus, Belarusian Airline Belavia, finally arrived in India. 

On the social media account, X (formerly known as Twitter), the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Belarus, on Saturday, shared a video showing a flight arriving in India and the Belarusian Ambassador to India, Andrei Rzheussky, along with the staff untie the ribbon. 
"First direct flight from #Belarus arrived in #India," it said in a tweet. 

Aug 12, 2023 04:29 PM

Senator Anwaar-ul-Haq Kakar, a lawmaker from Balochistan, has been selected as caretaker prime minister, a statement from the Prime Minister's Office said.

Aug 12, 2023 03:34 PM

Chandigarh Police issue traffic advisory for Independence Day 2023

Ahead of Independence Day celebrations in Chandigarh on August 15, Chandigarh Police on Saturday issued a traffic advisory to ensure smooth vehicular movement across the city. 

According to the advisory issued, Traffic for general public will remain be closed from 6:30 am till the function at the Parade Ground concludes. 

Aug 12, 2023 03:33 PM

PM Modi performs 'Bhoomi Poojan' at Sant Shiromani Gurudev Shri Ravidas Memorial Sthal in MP

#WATCH | PM Narendra Modi performs 'Bhoomi Poojan' at Sant Shiromani Gurudev Shri Ravidas Memorial Sthal in Sagar district, Madhya Pradesh pic.twitter.com/5MmIdK3WoP

— ANI (@ANI) August 12, 2023

Aug 12, 2023 02:57 PM

Poland: Thousands evacuated after unexploded World War-era bomb discovered

After an unexploded World War II-era bomb weighing 250 kilos was discovered, thousands of people were evacuated from the Polish town of Lublin. More than 14,000 individuals living within a certain radius of the bomb site were told to leave immediately.

The aerial bomb was discovered during construction work on Friday.

Aug 12, 2023 02:55 PM

Linguistic Barrier: DMK opposes Centre’s Hindi names for Bills to revamp criminal laws

DMK opposes Centre’s Bill names: Taking a jibe at Centre’s Hindi names for the Bills introduced in Parliament to replace British-era criminal laws, ruling DMK in Tamil Nadu stated that the Hindi names should be changed to English.             

Aug 12, 2023 02:28 PM

Beas river overflows in Mandi's Pandoh as the area continues to receive heavy rainfall

#WATCH | Beas river overflows in Mandi's Pandoh as the area continues to receive heavy rainfall#HimachalPradesh pic.twitter.com/dLMwCqGneG

— ANI (@ANI) August 12, 2023

Aug 12, 2023 02:27 PM

Avoid planning a trip to Uttarakhand this weekend

Alert for all the tourists who are planning a trip to Uttarakhand this weekend as the Indian Meteorological Department issued a red alert for Uttarakhand for August 13 and August 14.

India Meteorological Department also took to their Twitter handle and wrote, "Urgent red alert issued for Uttarakhand as heavy to very heavy rainfall, reaching extremely heavy levels (more than 204.4 mm), is forecasted for August 13th and 14th. Stay safe."

Aug 12, 2023 01:58 PM

China's use of surveillance cameras that can detect skin colour raise human rights concerns

A report by the IPVM (Internet Protocol Video Market), a US-based security and surveillance industry research group, says that Chinese surveillance equipment maker Dahua is selling cameras with what it calls a "skin colour analytics" feature in Europe.

According to a July 31 IPVM report obtained by VOA Mandarin, "the company defended the analytics as being a 'basic feature of a smart security solution.'"

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Aug 12, 2023 01:31 PM

Metro train services on all lines will start at 5am from all terminal stations. The trains will run with a frequency of 30 minutes on all the lines till 6am. After 6am, metro trains will run as per the normal timetable throughout the day. Parking facilities will not be available at metro stations from 6am on 14th August till 2pm on 15th August. 

Aug 12, 2023 01:11 PM

IMD issues orange alert for Arunachal Pradesh, Assam & Meghalaya

These states are likely to get heavy to very heavy rainfall ranging from 115.6 to 204.4 mm on August 12

Aug 12, 2023 12:50 PM

Govt issues gazette notification on Government of National Capital Territory of Delhi (Amendment) Act, 2023

Government of India issues gazette notification on Government of National Capital Territory of Delhi (Amendment) Act, 2023. pic.twitter.com/dNcUFQPQOh

— ANI (@ANI) August 12, 2023

Aug 12, 2023 12:17 PM

Punjab CM Bhagwant Mann to inaugurate 76 Aam Aadmi Clinics on 14 August

Aug 12, 2023 12:17 PM

Himachal: National Highway 5 closed at Chakki Mod due to landslide near Parwanoo

National Highway 5 running through Himachal Pradesh has been temporarily closed at Chakki Mod near Parwanoo in the state's Solan district due to landslides. Restoration work is underway.

The Highway was opened for light vehicles on Thursday had to be shut again on Friday due to landslides the police said.

Aug 12, 2023 12:03 PM

Zero-tolerance against corruption, it diminishes people's quality of life: PM Modi at G20 meet

Prime Minister Narendra Modi virtually addressed the G20 Anti-Corruption Ministerial Meeting in Kolkata on Saturday, stressing that India has a strict zero-tolerance policy for corruption.

"India has a strict policy of zero tolerance against corruption," PM Modi remarked, emphasizing that India is embracing technology and e-governance to establish a transparent and accountable ecosystem.

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Aug 12, 2023 11:48 AM

Delhi Services Act and Data Protection Act become laws after President's nod

President Droupadi Murmu on Saturday gave a nod to four bills passed during Parliament's monsoon session.

The four bills that have been signed into law are the Digital Personal Data Protection Bill, Registration of Births and Deaths (Amendment) Bill, Jan Vishwas (Amendment of Provisions) Bill, and the Government of National Capital Territory of Delhi (Amendment) Bill.

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Aug 12, 2023 11:25 AM

Rahul Gandhi lands at Coimbatore airport, enroute to Wayanad

Aug 12, 2023 11:25 AM

Several injured in bus accident in Himachal Pradesh

Aug 12, 2023 11:23 AM

6-yr-old killed, 3 others injured as stones fall on car in Himachal's Kullu

Aug 12, 2023 10:59 AM

PM Modi takes part in BJP's Panchayati Raj Parishad event being held in Howrah, West Bengal, via video conference

#WATCH | PM Modi takes part in BJP's Panchayati Raj Parishad event being held in Howrah, West Bengal, via video conference pic.twitter.com/YST6FCUhzF

— ANI (@ANI) August 12, 2023

Aug 12, 2023 10:43 AM

Diljit Dosanjh's 'Punjab 95' dropped from Toronto Film Festival lineup?

Diljit Dosanjh-starrer 'Punjab 95', helmed by Honey Trehan, has been under the radar ever since its announcement.

The story is based on the life of Jaswant Singh Khalra, a human rights activist. During the militancy, Jaswant Singh Khalra fought against reported fake encounters of Sikh youths by the Punjab Police.

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Aug 12, 2023 10:07 AM

Raghav Chadha updats his Twitter (X) bio as suspended MP

Aug 12, 2023 10:06 AM

PM Modi at G20 Anti-Corruption Ministerial Meeting in Kolkata

"India has a strict policy of zero-tolerance against corruption," says PM Modi.

#WATCH | "India has a strict policy of zero-tolerance against corruption," says PM Modi in a video message at G20 Anti-Corruption Ministerial Meeting in Kolkata. pic.twitter.com/A1uOGZanXf

— ANI (@ANI) August 12, 2023

Aug 12, 2023 10:05 AM

J&K: Multiple drills carried out by the Garud Special Forces of the Indian Air Force, deployed in the Kashmir valley for counter-terrorism operations and unarmed combat practice.

Aug 12, 2023 09:19 AM

PM Modi announces Rs 2 lakh ex-gratia to next kin of deceased on Bavla-Bagodara Highway accident

Aug 12, 2023 09:19 AM

Himachal: Shimla-Kalka road at NH-5 opens for light vehicles

Aug 12, 2023 09:16 AM

Ministry of Railways renames 14205 Ayodhya Cantt-Delhi Express train as Ayodhya Express.

Aug 12, 2023 09:16 AM

Uttarakhand: Five pilgrims killed as landslide debris falls on car in Rudraprayag

Five pilgrims were killed after their car was buried under the debris of a landslide at Tarsali under Chowki Phata in Uttarakhand's Rudraprayag district.

The victims, including one from Gujarat, were on their way to Kedarnath when the incident occurred on Thursday evening, according to officials.

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Aug 12, 2023 08:44 AM

PM Modi to lay foundation stone for memorial dedicated to Sant Ravidas in MP

Prime Minister Narendra Modi to lay the foundation stone for a memorial dedicated to 14th-century poet and social reformer Sant Ravidas in poll-bound Madhya Pradesh's Sagar district, today. The memorial is to be constructed at a cost of more than Rs 100 crores and will have a museum, library, and corresponding auditorium.

The PM will also inaugurate and lay the foundation stone of many other development projects in the state.

Aug 12, 2023 08:42 AM

India deploys MiG-29 fighter jets squadron at Srinagar to tackle threats from Pakistan, China

India has deployed a squadron of upgraded MiG-29 fighter jets at the Srinagar air base to counter both Pakistani and Chinese threats.

The Tridents squadron, also known as the 'Defender of the North,' has replaced the MiG-21 squadron at the Srinagar air base, which has traditionally dealt with Pakistani threats.

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