India has sent humanitarian aid to war-torn Palestine, External Affairs Ministry spokesperson, Arindam Bagchi, said on Sunday in a post on X that an Indian Air Force flight carrying more than six tonne of medical aid and more than 30 tonne of disaster relief material has departed for Egypt.
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Tribunal set up to adjudicate valid cause for declaring NLFT, ATTF 'unlawful associations' under UAPA
A tribunal set up by the Centre will adjudicate whether there is sufficient cause for declaring the National Liberation Front of Tripura (NLFT) and All Tripura Tiger Force (ATTF) as "unlawful associations" under Unlawful Activities of (Prevention) Act.
SC issues notices to Delhi Police on pleas of NewsClick editor, HR head in UAPA case
The Supreme Court on Thursday issued notices to Delhi Police on the petitions filed by NewsClick founder and editor-in-chief Prabir Purkayastha and Human Resources head Amit Chakraborty, challenging their police custody in the case under the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act (UAPA).
Delhi court convicts five in Soumya Vishwanathan murder case
In the 2008 murder case of TV journalist Soumya Vishwanathan, a Delhi court on Wednesday convicted four accused under MCOCA provisions and one for helping in receiving stolen property.
PM Modi expresses shock over loss of lives in Gaza hospital bombing
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday expressed shock over the loss of lives in Gaza due to bombing of a hospital.
SC to hear pleas of NewsClick editor, HR head on Thursday
The Supreme Court on Wednesday said that it will hear the petitions filed by the editor-in-chief of NewsClick, Prabir Purkayastha and HR head Amit Chakraborty on Thursday.
SC adjourns hearing on plea filed by ex-ICICI Bank CEO Chanda Kochhar seeking early retiral benefits
The Supreme Court on Wednesday adjourned hearing on a plea filed by former ICICI Bank CEO and MD Chanda Kochhar seeking her early retirement benefits which were revoked by the bank’s Board of Directors.
Terrorism among most serious threats to world peace, connectivity key priority area for India: NSA Doval
Amid the ongoing conflict between Hamas and Israel, which was triggered by the former's attack from the Gaza Strip, National Security Adviser Ajit Doval on Tuesday underlined that terrorism is among the most serious threats to world peace.
SC recognises right to marry for transgenders in same-sex marriage verdict
The Supreme Court on Tuesday said that a marriage entered into by a transgender person is in the nature of a heterosexual relationship and must be recognised by the law.
Rolls-Royce plans to sack 2,500 staffers in cost-cutting drive
Tufan Erginbilgiç, a former BP executive, took over as CEO of Rolls-Royce in January when he rocked the company’s employees by describing the iconic aircraft engine-maker as a “burning platform” whose operations were “unsustainable".
Modi chairs high-level meeting to assess progress of Gaganyaan mission
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday chaired a high-level meeting to assess progress of India's Gaganyaan mission and to outline the future of the country's space exploration endeavours.
SC refuses to grant any legal sanction to same-sex marriage
It asked the Union government to set up a high-powered committee to be chaired by the Cabinet Secretary to take steps to decide the rights and social entitlements of same-sex couples.
SC adjourns pleas by Gandhis, AAP for faceless tax assessment; next hearing on Nov 7
The Supreme Court on Tuesday adjourned pleas filed by Congress leaders Rahul Gandhi, Sonia Gandhi, Priyanka Gandhi Vadra, Aam Aadmi Party (AAP), and several charitable trusts against the transfer of their tax assessment from faceless assessment to the central circle.
Ensure that queer community isn't discriminated on basis of sexual orientation: SC
The Supreme Court on Tuesday directed the Centre, state governments and union territory administrations to ensure that queer community is not discriminated against on the basis of their sexual orientation.
Right to choose life partner lies at the root of Article 21 of Constitution: CJI in same-sex marriage verdict
Delivering the verdict on pleas seeking legal sanction for same-sex marriage, Chief Justice of India (CJI) D.Y. Chandrachud on Tuesday said that queerness is not an urban or elite concept and the right to choose a life partner lies at the root of Article 21 of the Constitution.
Sitharaman calls for private sector capital funding for SDGs
Private sector capital must complement the efforts of governments and multilateral institutions in pursuit of sustained financing needed for sustainable development goals (SDGs), Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman said on Saturday.
Sitharaman expresses concern over global economic slowdown, seeks reforms in IMF policy
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman on Saturday expressed concern over slowdown in global growth, even though she said that India continues to be the fastest growing large economy with growth at 7.8 per cent during the first quarter of 2023-24.
Crop residue burning: L-G writes to Haryana, Punjab CMs raising air pollution concerns
In a series of letters to the Chief Ministers of Haryana and Punjab, Delhi Lt. Governor (L-G) V.K. Saxena has expressed his growing concerns about the alarming increase in air pollution in the national capital due to the burning of crop residue, known as 'parali', in the two neighbouring states.
SC Collegium recommends elevation of two judicial officers as judges of Tripura HC
The recommendation for appointment of judicial officers Biswajit Palit and Sabyasachi Datta Purkayastha as HC judges was made on December 1 last year by the Acting Chief Justice of the High Court of Tripura in consultation with his two senior-most colleagues.
EC to announce poll schedule for five states today
The Election Commission of India will announce the poll schedule for Madhya Pradesh, Chhattisgarh, Rajasthan, Telangana and Mizoram on Monday. The poll panel will announce the schedule during a press conference at 12 noon.
Trudeau reignites diplomatic row with India
In a fresh provocation, Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau posted on X that he has discussed India "and the importance of upholding -- and respecting -- the rule of law" with Sheikh Mohamed Bin Zayed, the President of the United Arab Emirates.
India striving to bring back students stuck in Israel: MoS MEA
Minister of State (Mos) External Affairs Meenakashi Lekhi said on Sunday that efforts are on to bring back its students stuck in Israel in the wake of a terrorist attack by Palestinian militant group Hamas.
Air India evacuates crew members from Tel Aviv
Meanwhile, Air India has suspended its operations to and from Delhi-Tel Aviv till October 14, in response to the ongoing Hamas offensive that erupted on Saturday, resulting in the tragic loss of lives and leaving several people injured.
Victory smiles upon those who anticipate changes in character of war: IAF chief
The Indian Air Force (IAF) unveiled their new flag on Sunday aiming to better align with the values of its air warriors during the annual day parade at Air Force Station Bamrauli, in Uttar Pradesh's Prayagraj.
IAF poised to embrace 21st century challenges, says CDS Gen Anil Chauhan
The Indian Air Force (IAF) is poised to embrace the challenges of the 21st century, with a commitment to modernisation, innovation, and international cooperation, said Chief of Defence Staff General Anil Chauhan on the 92nd IAF Day.