As Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau testified before a Commission of Inquiry, the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) on Thursday said what it has heard only "confirms" New Delhi's consistent stand that Canada has "presented us no evidence" in support of the serious allegations Ottawa chose to level against India and Indian diplomats.
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Cong gears up for campaign in Wayanad as workers put billboards of Priyanka Gandhi
Hours after the Election Commission announced that the Wayanad Lok Sabha by-election would be held on November 13, with the Congress already declaring its General Secretary Priyanka Gandhi as their candidate, party workers hit the campaign trail.
Adani Green Energy to defer $1.2 bn 20-year notes to after US elections
Adani Green Energy Ltd (AGEL), Adani Group’s renewable arm and India’s largest renewable energy company, has deferred its $1.2 billion IG rated offering to after the US presidential elections on account of weak market conditions.
Samsung workers call off 37-day strike at Sriperumbudur factory after reconciliation talks
The workers of Samsung India, who have been agitating against the management at the Sriperumbudur plant in Tamil Nadu, on Tuesday called off the 37-day strike that commenced on September 9, the state Labour Department announced.
Avoiding 'contentious issues' Omar Abdullah’s only way to develop J&K
As he settles down to decide what kind of dress would suit him on Wednesday’s swearing-in ceremony, the 54-year-old Omar Abdullah is upbeat about the mandate the people gave him to become the Chief Minister of J&K for the second time, but there are some pitfalls awaiting him.
Filled me with pride: Union Minister Hardeep Puri reacts on India's response to Canada
Union Minister Hardeep Singh Puri on Tuesday heaped praise on the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) for giving "exemplary" responses to Canada for consciously providing space to anti-India elements, violent extremists and terrorists to harass, threaten and intimidate Indian diplomats and community leaders in the country.
Manipur conflict: MLAs of Meitei, Kuki, Naga meet in Delhi to find solutions
Sources said that Ministers and MLAs belonging to the Meitei, Kuki and Naga communities attended the meeting called by the Intelligence Bureau under the Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA).
FM Sitharaman to visit Mexico and US to boost trade ties, woo investments
In a bid to showcase India’s attractiveness as an investment destination and boost bilateral trade ties, Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman is set to embark on an official visit to Mexico and the US, beginning October 16, it was announced on Tuesday.
'Game on': Kerala gets ready for 3 by-elections, Priyanka Gandhi prepares for poll debut
Decks have been cleared for bypolls to two Assembly seats and the high-profile Wayanad constituency in Kerala with the Election Commission on Tuesday announcing the dates for the two-phase by-elections to 48 Assembly seats and 2 Lok Sabha seats in 15 states.
'No substantial progress': SC asks NTF to hold periodic meetings, seeks tentative recommendations
The Supreme Court on Tuesday stressed that the National Task Force (NTF), set up by the Union government pursuant to the apex court’s order in the aftermath of the ghastly rape and murder of a junior doctor of R.G. Kar Medical College & Hospital in Kolkata, should complete its task within a reasonable timeframe.
Calcutta HC allows 'Droh carnival', dismisses Kolkata Police's prohibitory orders
The Calcutta High Court on Tuesday allowed the representatives of the medical fraternity to conduct 'Droh carnival', the human-chain protest demonstration against the rape and murder of a junior doctor of R.G. Kar Medical College & Hospital in Kolkata.
Maharashtra to go to polls on November 20, Jharkhand on November 13 and 20
Assembly elections in Maharashtra will be held in a single phase on November 20, and in Jharkhand in two phases on November 13 and 20, and the results of both will be declared on November 23, the Election Commission announced on Tuesday.
Bypolls to 48 Assembly seats, 2 Lok Sabha seats on Nov 13, 20
Bypolls to 48 Assembly seats and two Parliamentary seats will be held in two phases on November 13 and 20, and the results will be declared on November 23, along with the results of the Maharashtra and Jharkhand polls, the Election Commission announced on Tuesday.
PM Modi writes LinkedIn post on creation of National Maritime Heritage Complex at Lothal
Prime Minister Narendra Modi wrote a post on LinkedIn on Tuesday elaborating on the advantages of developing a National Maritime Heritage Complex at Lothal in Gujarat. The post is titled 'Let's focus on Tourism'.
Baba Siddique killing: Police nab three suspects from Pune
Notching a breakthrough, the Mumbai Police have detained three more persons in connection with the sensational killing of ex-Minister and Nationalist Congress Party leader Baba Ziauddin Siddique, officials said here on Tuesday.
Top industry leaders hail PM Modi’s vision for digital governance
Top industry leaders on Tuesday lauded Prime Minister Narendra Modi for his visionary leadership, which has catalysed India’s remarkable digital transformation, hailing the government’s support towards reforms, innovation, and collaboration.
PM Modi inaugurates 8th ITU-WTSA, highlights India's telecom revolution
Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated the 8th edition of the International Telecommunication Union-World Telecommunication Standardization Assembly (ITU-WTSA) at Bharat Mandapam in New Delhi on Tuesday, emphasising India's rapid strides in telecom and digital technology.
Protesting doctors approach HC against prohibitory orders by Kolkata Police
The Joint Platform of Doctors, a prominent association of medical practitioners in West Bengal, on Tuesday approached the Calcutta High Court against the prohibitory orders imposed by Kolkata Police on the route of the human-chain protest by representatives from the medical fraternity in central Kolkata.
Maha govt brings ordinance on Stamp Duty Act, expects to generate additional Rs 2,000 cr annually
The MahaYuti government has released an ordinance to amend the Maharashtra Stamp Act, 1958 proposing the increase in stamp duty on affidavits, agreements and related documents to Rs 500 from the present Rs 100. The stamp duty on share capital has been increased to Rs 1 crore from Rs 50 lakh.
As ECI sets schedule for Maha elections, MahaYuti, MVA say ready for poll battle
MahaYuti comprising BJP, Shiv Sena and NCP is banking on a slew of welfare and development schemes to retain power while Maha Vikas Aghadi is approaching the voters riding on anti-incumbency. Both have indicated that it will be a battle for prestige.
After ECI's directive, Maha transfers 14 deputy, joint secretaries of various departments
The Maharashtra government has transferred 14 officers of the rank of Deputy Secretaries and Joint Secretaries posted in various departments.
As doctors' hunger strike enters 11th day, SC to hear RG Kar case today
The fast-unto death demonstration by junior doctors against the ghastly rape and murder of a junior doctor of R.G. Kar Medical College and Hospital in Kolkata has entered the 11th day on Tuesday.
Abdul Kalam's life an inspiration for all: PM Modi's heartfelt tribute
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday paid a heartfelt tribute to former President Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam, calling his life an enduring source of inspiration for all Indians.
Maha govt nominates seven members to state council
The Maharashtra government has released a gazette notification on the nomination of seven leaders to the Maharashtra Legislative Council from the Governor’s quota.
ECI to announce schedule for Maharashtra, Jharkhand elections today
The Election Commission of India (ECI) will announce the schedule for Maharashtra and Jharkhand Assembly elections on Tuesday. The Commission will hold a press conference at 3.30 p.m. at the Plenary Hall of Vigyan Bhawan in the national capital.