The Supreme Court on Thursday passed an interim order staying the criminal proceedings initiated against Samajwadi Party leader Swami Prasad Maurya for allegedly insulting the Shri Ramcharitmanas and inciting people to tear and burn pages of the Hindu epic.
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Delhi HC orders suspension of website purportedly giving Ayodhya Ram temple prasad for free
The website, purportedly offering “free prasad” from the 'Prana Pratishtha’ ceremony at the Ram Temple in Ayodhya, was found to be preying on the public's religious sentiments.
Advani, who led Ram Temple movement, not to attend inauguration due to cold weather
Veteran BJP leader Lal Krishna Advani, who campaigned across the country for the Ram temple in Ayodhya, will not attend the Pran Pratishtha ceremony due to extreme cold weather.
Many stocks in Ayodhya-related sectors go up over 100% in just few weeks
Ayodhya tourism has excellent long-term prospects, investors have to be careful about the valuations. Large caps in IT, capital goods, telecom and selective private sector banks are safer bets now, he added.
IMD issues 'red alert'; fog and cold day conditions likely to continue in North India
The IMD further said that no significant change in minimum temperatures is very likely over northern parts of the country during the next five days.
SFJ's Pannun threatens Kejriwal, Mann after aides arrested in Punjab
The leader of pro-Khalistan Sikhs For Justice (SFJ), Gurpatwant Singh Pannun, has warned that the Chief Ministers of Delhi and Punjab will face a "political death" if his associates were not released by next month.
FPIs sold equity massively for Rs 20,480 cr in last 2 days
An important trend in the market which has implications for retail investors is the revival of the tug of war between FIIs and DIIs, says V.K. Vijayakumar, Chief Investment Strategist, Geojit Financial Services.
Indian Navy rescues cargo vessel under drone attack in Gulf of Aden
The incident comes amid growing concerns over Houthi militants stepping up attacks on merchant vessels in the Red Sea as the Israel-Hamas conflict continues. Navy Chief Admiral R. Hari Kumar has issued instructions to firmly deal with such maritime incidents.
'India has world's fourth strongest military, US most powerful'
India has the fourth strongest military globally while the US has the most powerful followed by Russia and China, according to the Global Firepower's recently released Military Strength Rankings for 2024.
Sensex up more than 800 points led by IT stocks
Elara Securities said in a report that Infosys Q3 results reflect persistent revenue leakage; weak discretionary demand and disparity between deal wins and revenue growth.
SC refuses to stay new law on appointment of CEC & ECs
Singh, appearing on behalf of a PIL litigant, argued that the impugned legislation violates the separation of power -- which has been held to be a part of the basic structure of the Constitution.
Prior to 'pran pratishtha' on Jan 22, PM Modi starts 11-day special puja, seeks people's blessings
For 'pran pratishtha' ceremony of Ram Lalla in Ayodhya, scheduled for January 22 , Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday began 11-day special puja from Panchvati in Nashik and sought blessings of people.
2018 attempt to murder case: SC issues notice to WB govt on Union Minister Pramanik’s plea
The Supreme Court on Thursday sought response of the West Bengal government on a plea filed by the Union Minister of State for Home Affairs and BJP MP Nisith Pramanik seeking anticipatory bail in connection with a 2018 attempt to murder case.
Over 30 Boeing 737 Max 8 with Indian operators inspected, no adverse findings: DGCA
The Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) on Monday said that checks and inspection of the Boeing 737 Max 8 aircraft by Indian operators have been satisfactorily performed on the fleet, with no adverse findings.
Committee on 'One Nation One Election' led by ex-Prez Kovind seeks public input
The high-level committee on 'One Nation One Election' has issued a notice, seeking suggestions from the general public on the prospect of holding the Lok Sabha polls and the Assembly elections simultaneously, an official said on Saturday.
Delhi Police conclude arguments on charges in sexual harassment case against ex-WFI chief
The Delhi Police has concluded its arguments on framing charges against BJP MP and former Wrestling Federation of India (WFI) chief Brij Bhushan Sharan Singh in an alleged sexual harassment case by six women wrestlers.
Transporters call off strike after assurance from govt
Countrywide protests by transporters against the increase in quantum of punishment in hit-and-run cases under the new criminal code ended on Tuesday night after the Centre's assurance that it will have a discussion with them before implementing the provisions.
SC asks Centre to give info on status of KAVACH implementation in railways
The Supreme Court on Tuesday asked Attorney General R. Venkataramani -- the highest law officer of the Union government -- to apprise it about the safety measures taken by the Railways to prevent train accidents, including the status of implementation of KAVACH anti-collision system on railway tracks.
Govt equipping armed forces with latest weapons to face challenges: Rajnath Singh
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh said on Saturday that the government is equipping the armed forces with the latest weapons and platforms to protect the nation from threats.
Vinesh Phogat returns Khel Ratna, Arjuna Awards, places them on footpath near PMO
Olympian wrestler Vinesh Phogat on Saturday returned her Khel Ratna and Arjuna Awards given as a protest against the government's role in the entire Wrestling Federation of India (WFI) saga.
Passenger discovers live worm in sandwich on IndiGo flight
Dietician Khushboo Gupta, a resident of Delhi, posted a stomach-churning video on Instagram revealing a live worm she discovered in the veg sandwich she had purchased during her IndiGo flight from Delhi to Mumbai on the morning of December 29.
India declares Canada-based gangster Landa terrorist
Landa (34), a native of Harike, district Tarn Taran, Punjab and presently residing in Edmonton, Alberta, Canada belongs to Babbar Khalsa International (BKI) which is listed as a terrorist organisation at serial number 1 of the First Schedule to the said Act, read the MHA notification.
Golden day for Assam, says Amit Shah as ULFA signs peace pact
Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Friday said the signing of the Memorandum of Settlement with the United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) will ensure peace in Assam and the northeastern region.
Dense to very dense fog over Northwest, parts of adjoining Central India: IMD
The IMD further predicted dense fog on Friday and Saturday; Punjab, Haryana, Chandigarh, Delhi and Uttar Pradesh and over Assam, Meghalaya, Nagaland, Manipur, Mizoram and Tripura during Tuesday to Saturday.
Shah asks BJP leaders to ensure 'big win' in LS polls, make Ram Temple inauguration 'grand'
Union Home Minister Amit Shah on the second day of the two-day BJP office bearers' meeting in the national capital on Saturday called on party leaders to ensure that the party wins big in the 2024 Lok Sabha elections.