The administration of Kalinga Institute of Industrial Technology (KIIT) University in Bhubaneswar continues to face flak for the mistreatment meted out to the students from Nepal, following their protest over the suicide of a fellow female student in the hostel last week.
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Qatar throws open investment opportunities for Indian firms
Qatar's Commerce and Industry Minister Sheikh Faisal bin Thani bin Faisal Al Thani on Tuesday invited Indian investors to explore the vast opportunities within the gulf country's economy and infrastructure.
Will make J&K people aware of new criminal laws, says CM Omar Abdullah after HM Shah's review meet
After attending the meeting, J&K Chief Minister Omar Abdullah said that although the implementation of the new criminal laws was not the responsibility of the elected government in the union territory, his government would make people aware of the new laws.
HM Shah reviews implementation of 3 new criminal laws in J&K
Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Tuesday chaired a review meeting on the implementation of three new criminal laws in Jammu and Kashmir. Chief Minister Omar Abdullah, who attended the meeting, later said that some weak areas were pointed out as needing immediate attention.
India doing well on protecting small investors, corporate governance improved significantly: NSE CEO
India is doing well in protecting small investors while corporate governance has improved significantly amid rapid technological changes, National Stock Exchange (NSE) MD and CEO, Ashishkumar Chauhan, said on Tuesday.
LoP Rahul Gandhi criticises govt over CEC appointment; submits dissent note
Leader of Opposition (LoP) in the Lok Sabha, Rahul Gandhi, has strongly criticised the Centre for appointing Gyanesh Kumar as the new Chief Election Commissioner (CEC) in a late-night decision.
Gujarat local body elections: BJP establishes strong lead as counting continues
The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) was maintaining a steady lead over the Congress in local body elections in Gujarat as the counting was underway on Tuesday.
Bengal cash-for-job case: Calcutta HC grants conditional bail to Sujay Bhadra
The Calcutta High Court on Tuesday granted conditional bail to Sujay Krishna Bhadra, the prime accused in the multi-crore cash-for-school job case in West Bengal.
India, Qatar ink MoUs to strengthen economic ties
Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal announced on Tuesday that two MoUs have been signed between the Qatari Businessmen Association (QBA) and Confederation of Indian Industry (CII) and another between Invest Qatar and Invest India.
Yunus govt turning Bangladesh into terrorism hub: Sheikh Hasina
The ousted Prime Minister of Bangladesh accused the Mohammed Yunus-led interim government of turning the nation into a hub of terrorism and lawlessness. She also vowed to return home assuring help to families suffering and delivering them justice.
Qatar’s Emir receives ceremonial welcome at Rashtrapati Bhavan
Qatar’s Emir Sheikh Tamim Bin Hamad Al Thani who is in India for a two-day state visit, was accorded a grand ceremonial welcome at the Rashtrapati Bhavan on Tuesday, marking his second visit to the country since March 2015 at the invitation of Prime Minister Narendra Modi.
Tesla ramps up hiring in India after Elon Musk-PM Modi meet in US
After the successful visit of Prime Minister Narendra Modi to the US, Elon Musk-run Tesla has ramped up hiring in India, a market where it is slated to enter anytime soon.
Gyanesh Kumar appointed as new Chief Election Commissioner
The Central government on Monday announced the appointment of Gyanesh Kumar as the new Chief Election Commissioner (CEC). He will be replacing Rajiv Kumar.
Tension in Odisha varsity as Nepal student commits suicide; KP Sharma Oli takes note
The incident and the eventual furore caught the attention of the government of Nepal, which took the matter seriously and started diplomatic initiatives to ensure the safety and well-being of Nepali students.
In special gesture, PM Modi receives Qatar Amir at airport
In a special gesture, Prime Minister Narendra Modi received the Amir of the State of Qatar Sheikh Tamim Bin Hamad Al Thani at the Air Force Station in Palam on Monday evening.
PM Modi led 3-member panel meets to select new CEC
A three-member selection committee headed by Prime Minister Narendra Modi met on Monday to pick the successor of Chief Election Commissioner (CEC) Rajiv Kumar who is set to retire on February 18 (Tuesday).
Adani Group pledges Rs 2,000 crore to build world-class Schools of Excellence across India
Gautam Adani, the Chairperson of the Adani Group, on Monday announced the building of world-class Schools of Excellence across India, making quality education affordable and accessible to all.
Former UK PM Rishi Sunak calls on EAM Jaishankar in New Delhi
Former Prime Minister of the United Kingdom Rishi Sunak, who is currently visiting India along with his family, called on External Affairs Minister (EAM) S. Jaishankar in New Delhi on Monday.
Govt received over 60,000 inputs from citizens towards new Income Tax Bill: FM
The government received more than 60,000 inputs from the citizens towards the making of the new Income Tax Bill, 2025, Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman said on Monday.
India's 4th Generation Deep-Ocean Submersible Matsya-6000 clears wet tests
India’s Fourth-Generation Deep-Ocean Submersible 'Matsya-6000' has successfully completed wet testing at the harbour, paving the way for conducting shallow-water demonstrations at depths reaching up to 500 meters by the end of 2025, according to an official statement issued on Monday.
FM Sitharaman launches Mutual Credit Guarantee Scheme for MSMEs
The Centre on Monday launched the 'Mutual Credit Guarantee Scheme for MSMEs', which was announced in the Union Budget 2024-25 to boost the micro, small, and medium enterprises.
Ambassadors and HCs of Cambodia, Maldives, Somalia, Cuba and Nepal present credentials to President Murmu
President Droupadi Murmu on Monday accepted credentials from the Ambassadors/High Commissioners of Cambodia, Maldives, Somalia, Cuba and Nepal at a ceremony held at Rashtrapati Bhavan.
K’taka govt unwilling to procure rice from Centre, save Rs 2,280 crore annually: Union Minister
Union Minister for Food and Civil Supplies Pralhad Joshi has said the Centre was offering rice to Karnataka at a minimum price of Rs 22.50 per kilo, which would save the state Rs 2,280 crore annually, but the Congress-led government was unwilling to accept it.
Army fully capable of dealing with any situation on border: J&K L-G
J&K Lt Governor Manoj Sinha said on Monday that the Army is fully capable of dealing with any situation on the border and is giving befitting response to the enemy.
Unfair and misleading: Rahul Gandhi slammed for using banned Chinese drone in video
Leader of Opposition (LoP) Rahul Gandhi has come under heavy fire from industry experts and leaders for using a banned Chinese drone in a video he posted on social media platform, criticising India's drone industry.