MCLEOD GANJ, India -- Calling himself a "simple Buddhist monk" who usually didn't celebrate birthdays, the Dalai Lama marked his 90th on Sunday by praying for peace after China insisted it would have the final say on who succeeded the Tibetan spiritual leader. Chanting of red-robed monks and nuns rang out from Himalayan hilltop forested temples in India, home to the Dalai Lama since he and thousands of other Tibetans fled Chinese troops who crushed an uprising in their capital Lhasa in 1959. "...Read More
New Delhi: Union Minister Kiren Rijiju represented the Government of India at the 90th birthday celebrations of the 14th Dalai Lama in Dharamshala on Sunday, sending a clear message amid a diplomatic standoff with China over the spiritual leader's succession. Rijiju lauded the Dalai Lama as a "living bridge between ancient wisdom and the modern world" and reaffirmed India's commitment to honouring his wishes. A Message of Reverence and Support Addressing a large gathering of monks, dignitaries...Read More
New Delhi, July 06: Central government employees are expected to receive a 4% hike in Dearness Allowance (DA) from July 2025, taking it from 55% to 59% of basic pay, according to projections based on the All India Consumer Price Index for Industrial Workers (AICPI-IW). The latest data shows the index rose to 144 in May 2025, up from 143 in March and 143.5 in April. If June's index hits 144.5, the 12-month average will reach around 144.17. Applying the 7th Pay Commission's formula -- DA (%) = [(A...Read More
New Delhi, Jul 6 (PTI) International news agency Reuters' X account has been withheld in India "in response to a legal demand", as per notice displayed by the social media platform. However, a government spokesperson said there is no legal requirement made by it to withhold the account and it is working with X to resolve the issue. Reuters' X account is likely to be restored soon. "There is no requirement from the Government of India to withhold Reuters and we are continuously working with X ...Read More
New Delhi: The Supreme Court has written to the Union government, asking it to immediately reclaim the official residence of former Chief Justice of India DY Chandrachud, who continues to stay in the Chief Justice's designated bungalow more than six months after his retirement. The bungalow at 5, Krishna Menon Marg, a Type VIII government accommodation typically reserved for the sitting Chief Justice, is in urgent demand. Four Supreme Court judges are yet to be allotted official residences, wit...Read More
HYDERABAD: The state government has permitted an increase in daily work hours at commercial establishments (excluding shops) from eight to 10 as part of its Ease of Doing Business (EoDB) reforms. Weekly work hours remain capped at 48. The move aligns with similar measures in Andhra Pradesh and Tamil Nadu. Karnataka is also proposing a 10-hour daily limit for private sector employees. Employees may work beyond 48 hours a week on overtime pay, subject to a cap of 144 overtime hours per quarter. ...Read More
New Delhi: The main X (formerly Twitter) account of global news agency Reuters, (@Reuters), appeared to have been withheld in India on Friday, July 4, sparking concern and speculation across digital media circles. Users attempting to access the handle were met with a message saying the account "has been withheld in response to a legal demand." As of 11:30 pm IST, the account remained inaccessible in India, although it continued to be visible to users outside the country. The specific legal grou...Read More
Ganjam (Odisha) [India], July 6 (ANI): Brother in law of P Venkataraman, a resident of Odisha's Ganjam district who is among the three Indians abducted by an al-Qaeda linked terrorist group in West Africa's Mali has said that the terrorists are demanding ransom. The brother-in-law told ANI on Saturday, 'Venkat last called me on June 30. He worked in a cement factory in Mali, West Africa. He said his company had stopped them from going out as terrorists were present. This kidnapping incident hap...Read More
Patna (Bihar) [India], July 6 (ANI): The ongoing Special Intensive Revision (SIR) campaign of the electoral rolls in Bihar is progressing rapidly and recognizing the efforts of the Polling station officials, the Chief Electoral Officer (CEO) of Bihar has announced a special incentive of Rs 6,000 for each. This additional honorarium is aimed at acknowledging their hard work and commitment during the intensive revision process. Also Read | PM Narendra Modi, Argentine President Javier Milei Agree...Read More
The Archaeological Survey of India (ASI) has declared the 6th-century Swapneswar Mahadev temple in Odisha's Khurda district as a protected monument. This Shiva temple, located in Punjiama village, was officially recognized in a Gazette notification on July 2. The declaration follows efforts by both state and central governments, including contributions from various ministers, to preserve Odisha's ancient heritage.The Archaeological Survey of India (ASI) has declared Swapneswar Mahadev temple, bu...Read More
Ramachander Rao belongs to OCs. (File) Hyderabad: Former MLC N Ramchander Rao, an ABVP veteran and senior advocate, on Saturday took over as the new president of the BJP in Telangana, succeeding G Kishan Reddy. Ramchander Rao officially assumed charge at BJP's Telangana headquarters here in the presence of Kishan Reddy, party MP D K Aruna and several other leaders. Ramchander Rao offered prayers at the famous Bhagyalakshmi temple at Charminar here before taking over his new role. He paid tr...Read More
Bhubaneswar: The Archaeological Survey of India (ASI) has declared Swapneswar Mahadev temple, built in 6th-century, as a protected monument site. The Shiva temple is located at Punjiama village in Banpur block of Khurda district. "In exercise of the powers conferred by...the Ancient Monuments and Archaeological Sites and Remains Act, 1958, the Central government hereby declares that the ancient monument specified...to be of national importance," read a Gazette notification issued by the ASI on ...Read More
Ranchi: Union minister Nitin Gadkari on Saturday expressed concern over the "rising" number of poor, and said wealth was getting concentrated in the hands of some affluent people. There is a need for decentralisation of wealth, Gadkari said during an event in Nagpur, where he touched upon a range of issues, including agriculture, manufacturing, taxation and public-private partnerships in infrastructure development. "Slowly the number of poor people is increasing and wealth is getting centralis...Read More
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Mann, who addressed the gathering along with senior AAP leader Manish Sisodia, said that Punjab government has launched the Yudh Nasheyan Virudh campaign to combat the drug menace and to channel the boundless energy of the youth in a positive direction. Highlighting the grave loss of manpower Punjab suffered due to drugs, he said that the campaign was launched with the active support of people. "The government will not remain a mute spectator while smugglers flourish at the cost of victims," h...Read More
Bhubaneswar/Berhampur, Jul 5 (PTI) BJD chief Naveen Patnaik on Saturday sought the personal intervention of External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar for the early and safe release of an Odisha resident allegedly abducted by militants in the West African country of Mali. Patnaik sought Jaishankar's intervention after the mother of 28-year-old P. Venkatraman lodged a complaint at a local police station in Hinjili, Ganjam district. Venkatraman is a resident of Patnaik's assembly constituency from ...Read More
Dharamshala (Himachal Pradesh) [India], July 6 (ANI): On the eve of the 90th birthday of Tibetan spiritual leader Dalai Lama, prominent Indian leaders, including BJP leader Vijay Jolly and JD(U) leader Rajiv Ranjan (Lalan) Singh, attended a celebratory event in Dharamshala to honour the revered figure. Speaking at the event, Vijay Jolly expressed deep admiration for the Dalai Lama, emphasizing India's strong bond with the spiritual leader. Also Read | PM Narendra Modi, Argentine President Javi...Read More
Bhubaneswar: The BJD chief, Naveen Patnaik, on Saturday sought the personal intervention of External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar for the early and safe release of an Odisha resident allegedly abducted by militants in the West African country of Mali. Twenty-eight-year-old P Venkataramana is a resident of Patnaik's Assembly constituency Hinjili from where he has been elected for six consecutive terms since 2000. Taking to X, Patnaik said: "Concerned to know that P Venkataramana of Hinjilicut b...Read More
Agartala (Tripura) [India], July 6 (ANI): A crucial Airport Advisory Committee meeting was held on Saturday at the Maharaja Bir Bikram (MBB) Airport, Agartala, under the chairmanship of the local Member of Parliament, Biplab Kumar Deb. The meeting, which takes place twice a year, serves as a platform to discuss future development plans, passenger amenities, and various operational matters concerning the airport. Also Read | PM Narendra Modi, Argentine President Javier Milei Agree to Diversify ...Read More
Chennai (Tamil Nadu) [India], July 6 (ANI): Launching a scathing attack on the Centre, Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin said the "storm of protest" against "Hindi imposition" has transcended state boundaries as he hailed Uddhav Thackeray and Raj Thackeray for their "victory rally" after the Maharashtra government's rollback of the three-language policy in the state. In a harsh post on social media platform X on Saturday, Stalin said the language rights struggle, waged by the Dravida Munnetra...Read More
JAMMU, July 5: The solemn and spiritual Ashoor Muharram procession was taken out today from Newplot, Jammu, under the management of Anjuman-e-Haidary Newplot, in remembrance of the supreme sacrifice of Imam Hussain and the martyrs of Karbala. With great devotion and discipline, the procession reached Pir Mitha, where it was received and joined by the members of Anjuman-e-Imamia Jammu. The mourning procession concluded at Karbala, Wazarat Road, Jammu. The procession strictly followed the regist...Read More
Agartala (Tripura) [India], July 6 (ANI): A crucial Airport Advisory Committee meeting was held on Saturday at the Maharaja Bir Bikram (MBB) Airport, Agartala, under the chairmanship of the local Member of Parliament, Biplab Kumar Deb. The meeting, which takes place twice a year, serves as a platform to discuss future development plans, passenger amenities, and various operational matters concerning the airport. The meeting witnessed the participation of key officials, including the District M...Read More
Mumbai: Chief Justice of India (CJI) Bhushan Ramkrishna Gavai on Saturday assured that efforts are underway to increase the strength of judges in the Bombay High Court, which is currently functioning with less than 70% of its sanctioned strength. Speaking at a felicitation function organised by the Bombay High Court, CJI Gavai said, "As on July 1, the High Court is functioning with 65 judges as against its sanctioned strength of 94." He added that the Chief Justice of the Bombay High Court has ...Read More
Chennai (Tamil Nadu) [India], July 6 (ANI): Launching a scathing attack on the Centre, Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin said the 'storm of protest' against 'Hindi imposition' has transcended state boundaries as he hailed Uddhav Thackeray and Raj Thackeray for their 'victory rally' after the Maharashtra government's rollback of the three-language policy in the state. In a harsh post on social media platform X on Saturday, Stalin said the language rights struggle, waged by the Dravida Munnetra...Read More
New Delhi: Delhi Electricity Regulatory Commission (DERC) rejected a plea from New Delhi Municipal Council (NDMC) to levy additional power purchase cost adjustment charges (PPAC) of over 50% on electricity tariffs in the second quarter, July to Sept.The council, in its plea before DERC, sought permission to levy and recover PPAC from its consumers for the period July-Sept 2024 quarter.The power regulator, in its order, observed that more than 80% of the total power purchased by NDMC was from sho...Read More
In a significant legal blow to Saif Ali Khan, the Madhya Pradesh High Court has rejected his long-pending petition against the government's move to designate his ancestral assets, worth Rs 15,000 crore, as "enemy property." In a major legal setback for Saif Ali Khan, the Madhya Pradesh High Court has dismissed his long-standing plea challenging the government's decision to classify his ancestral properties, valued at Rs 15,000 crore, as "enemy property." A trial court decision from 2000 that a...Read More
The Supreme Court has requested responses from the Centre, Tamil Nadu Governor's office, and others regarding the TN government's plea. This plea challenges a Madras High Court order that suspended the state's authority to appoint vice-chancellors at state universities. The University Grants Commission has also been issued a notice concerning the high court's interim order.The Supreme Court has sought a response from the Centre, Tamil Nadu Governor's office, and others on a plea by the TN govern...Read More
Incantations ring out at Mongolia's largest monastery as worshippers pray alongside pictures of the Dalai Lama, whose 90th birthday on Sunday has raised fresh questions about the future of the 600-year-old Tibetan spiritual institution. Buddhism has been Mongolia's dominant religion for centuries, and the country's last king, Bogd Khan, was born in the Tibetan capital of Lhasa. The Gandantegchinlen Monastery has long been the heart of the faith in Mongolia, where more than half the population ...Read More
A Delhi court has declared UK-based arms consultant Sanjay Bhandari a fugitive economic offender following a request from the Enforcement Directorate. Bhandari, accused of money laundering, reportedly fled to the UK in 2016. Despite India's efforts to extradite him, a UK court recently rejected the plea, further complicating the legal proceedings against him.A Delhi court on Saturday declared UK-based arms consultant Sanjay Bhandari a fugitive economic offender on an Enforcement Directorate plea...Read More
District administration has provided assistance of Rs 1.70 lakh as financial aid, ration, relief material ShowQuick Read Summary is AI-generated, newsroom-reviewed Rescue operations continue in Mandi district to locate 34 missing individuals after landslidesHeavy rainfall has caused severe flooding, resulting in 11 deaths and extensive property damage157 people are currently sheltered in five relief camps set up by the State Emergency Operation Centre Did our AI summary help? Let us know. ...Read More