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SC slams ED's 'high-handedness', upholds arrest of ex-Haryana Congress MLA illegal
A Bench of Justices Abhay S. Oka and Augustine George Masih said it was an ‘inhuman conduct’ on part of ED officers as the case was not related to some terror activity but of an alleged illegal sand mining
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Anna University sexual assault: BJP leader Khushbu, others detained for taking out rally without permission
The women cadre detained in Madurai included BJP Mahila Morcha president Umarathi Rajan; they were lodged in a private hall
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Sonia, Hamid Ansari attend Manmohan Singh's 'Akhand Path' at former PM's residence
Former Prime Minister Manmohan Singh was honored with a 'Bhog' ceremony for the 'Akhand Path' at his residence, attended by several dignitaries including Congress leaders and family members. Singh, who passed away at 92, is remembered for his influential economic reforms. His funeral, held with full state honors, saw national leaders paying their respects.
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Rohit Sharma vs Virat Kohli: How do their forms compare?
India captain Rohit Sharma has been dropped for the final Test against Australia in the Border-Gavaskar Trophy, pushing him closer to retirement. His poor performance, with just 31 runs in five innings, prompted the decision. Meanwhile, Virat Kohli, struggling for runs as well, has retained his place in the team. How do their forms compare?
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Bank Holidays 2025: Are banks open on Saturday, January 4, 2025?
Banks in India will be closed on specific holidays in January 2025, which vary by region. Customers can use digital banking during these closures. Notable holidays include New Year's Day, Sri Guru Gobind Singh's Birthday, and Makar Sankranti.
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Watch: Locals self-immolate to protest against Bhopal waste dumping in Pithampur
Two men opposing the disposal of Bhopal's Union Carbide toxic waste in Pithampur were critically injured after self-immolation. Protests erupted over the incineration of 337 metric tons of hazardous waste, nearly 40 years after the gas tragedy. Officials urged for peace and emphasized adherence to legal and scientific assessments before any decisive action.
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Jasprit Bumrah has heated exchange with Sam Konstas
The first day of the final Test at Sydney Cricket Ground saw high drama with a confrontation between Indian skipper Jasprit Bumrah and Sam Konstas, following Usman Khawaja's delayed shot. Bumrah dismissed Khawaja right after, making his point clear. Australia ended at 9 for 1, trailing by 176 runs. India, who had recovered from 57/3 to 107/4 at tea, suffered a dramatic collapse in the final session, losing their last six wickets for just 78 runs.
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SC asks Gurmeet Ram Rahim, others to respond to CBI plea against their acquittal
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Sydney sledge-fest! How Gill got trapped in Aussie taunts
India's struggles in the Border Gavaskar Trophy continued as they were bowled out for 185 on the first day of the fifth Test in Sydney. Australia's intense sledging tactics targeted Shubman Gill before lunch. The day ended with Jasprit Bumrah managing to get the crucial wicket of Usman Khawaja as Australia ended at 9 for 1, trailing India by 176 runs.
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India, Bangladesh announce reciprocal release of fishermen in each other's custody
Shortly after Bangladesh said it will hand over 95 Indian fishermen to Indian authorities on January 5, 2025, India said it will release 90 Bangladeshi fishermen on the same day
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Supreme Court asks Gurmeet Ram Rahim, others to respond to CBI plea against their acquittal in 2002 murder case
A Bench of Chief Justice of India Sanjiv Khanna and Justice Sanjay Kumar issued notices, seeking the responses of those acquitted in the case
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We have major infra, slum redevelopment plans for Mumbai North in 2025: Piyush Goyal
The minister said that on January 4, he will meet heads of all departments concerned in Mumbai to review the progress of pending projects
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Rs 40,000 compensation disbursed to tribal farmer for loss of cow due to tiger attack
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IIT Madras partners with Union govt. to enhance agricultural extension system
Digitalisation and startup collaboration will help farmers access information easily
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'Drunk driver took wrong route': Woman jumps from moving auto in Bengaluru
A 30-year-old woman in East Bengaluru jumped from a moving auto-rickshaw after realizing the driver, allegedly drunk, was taking her to an unfamiliar destination. Despite repeated requests, the driver refused to stop. The incident, reported by her husband on social media, highlights concerns about women's safety. Authorities are now investigating.
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BSNL, AIMO hold training session on smartphone servicing in Chennai
The training is aimed at persons with disabilities and students from marginalised communities, equipping them with skills for self-employment and a sustainable livelihood
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Those indulging in politics in my apology over ethnic strife seeking unrest in Manipur, says Biren Singh
Claiming that "past is past", he appealed to communities to sit together and find a permanent solution to the conflict that has plagued the northeastern State since May 2023.
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Four injured after minor rams car into religious procession in Jaipur
According to police, the car had a MLA sticker pasted on the windshield, which is being verified.
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How Digilocker outage has hit customer onboarding at stockbrokers
Since January 1, Digilocker, crucial for identity verification used by stockbrokers, has been down, causing significant disruptions. The issue may relate to service interruptions at the National Informatics Centre on December 31, which affected various services including the IRCTC train booking website.
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