Jordanian king stresses support for Lebanon amid heavy Israeli strikes
Amman, Oct 15 (IANS) Jordanian King Abdullah II has emphasised that Jordan supports Lebanon’s sovereignty, security, and stability. During a meeting with Lebanon’s caretaker Prime Minister Najib Mikati in Amman, the king highlighted Jordan’s readiness to assist the Lebanese people and alleviate the impact of the ongoing war, according to a statement from the Royal […]
Nagpur tragedy: Four school students swept away in canal while bathing
New Delhi, Oct 15 (IANS) In a tragic incident, four students were swept away in a canal while bathing in the Bori area of Nagpur district’s Ramtek in Maharashtra. As per reports, eight students had decided to go bathing in the Pench canal. These students lived in the Indira Gandhi Hostel at Ghoti Chowki in […]
As doctors’ hunger strike enters 11th day, SC to hear RG Kar case today
Kolkata, Oct 15 (IANS) 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. A crucial hearing on rape and murder is scheduled at the three-judge bench headed by Chief Justice of […]
Abdul Kalam’s life an inspiration for all: PM Modi’s heartfelt tribute
New Delhi, Oct 15 (IANS) 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. “Respectful tributes to the renowned scientist and former President Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam ji on his birth anniversary. His vision and thoughts […]
Heavy downpour in Chennai, traffic snarls at several places
Chennai, Oct 15 (IANS) Heavy downpours commenced in Chennai and the surrounding districts of Chengalpattu, Kancheepuram, and Tiruvallur in Tamil Nadu on Tuesday. The Indian Meteorological Department (IMD) stated that the low-pressure area over the Bay of Bengal was intensifying. The northern areas of Chennai were witnessing traffic congestion in several parts, including Perambur, Koyambedu, […]
TN gears up for northeast monsoon, rapid response teams constituted
Chennai, Oct 15 (IANS) The Tamil Nadu Health Department has geared up for the northeast monsoon, likely to hit the state starting Wednesday as per the Meteorological Department. The weather department has already issued a red alert for several districts for Tuesday and Wednesday. As part of the preparations for the monsoon season, the state […]
Maha govt nominates seven members to state council
Mumbai, Oct 15 (IANS) The Maharashtra government has released a gazette notification on the nomination of seven leaders to the Maharashtra Legislative Council from the Governor’s quota. The development happened late Monday night. Of the seven, three are from BJP while two each are from Shiv Sena and NCP. The members will have a six-year […]
ECI to announce schedule for Maharashtra, Jharkhand elections today
New Delhi, Oct 15 (IANS) 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. The term of the 288-seat Maharashtra Assembly will end on November […]
Punjab gram panchayat polls: Voting underway as 1.05 lakh candidates contest
Chandigarh, Oct 15 (IANS) Polling for approximately 1.05 lakh candidates contesting for the posts of panch and sarpanch in Punjab began on Tuesday with voting happening through ballot boxes, officials said. The voting will continue till 4 p.m. after which the ballots will be counted at the respective polling stations. The election is underway amid […]
Akhilesh slams Yogi Adityanath govt, says name of Governor’s house be changed from Raj Bhavan to ‘Seva Bhavan’
Lucknow, Oct 15 (IANS) Samajwadi Party (SP) Chief Akhilesh Yadav has criticised the Yogi Adityanath-led government and suggested a name change for the Uttar Pradesh Governor’s residence. He said the name of Uttar Pradesh Governor’s residence should be changed from Raj Bhavan to ‘Seva Bhavan’. Yadav posted on ‘X’ a 10-second video of some construction […]
