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Khemka Orders Summons in Property Partition Case via WhatsApp
In a first, a court of financial commissioner in Haryana headed by IAS officer Ashok Khemka has ordered serving of summons in a property dispute case through WhatsApp to one of the respondents who shifted to Kathmandu.
Many Named in Alwar Lynching FIR are Innocent, Claims BJP MLA
The people mentioned in the FIR are innocent. Half of them weren’t there. If you observe the videos carefully, they are not carrying any weapons.
'ABVP Men' Kick Kashmiri Students Out of Football Match at Jammu Varsity
Activists of the Akhil Bharatiya Vidyarthi Parishad (ABVP) stormed a playground at the Jammu University on Friday and stopped a football match between students of the varsity and the Islamic University of Science and Technology (IUST) over “disrespect” to...
Why Modi-Hasina-Mamata Meet is Incomplete Without Sikkim CM
The Teesta dispute is more of a political issue than technical one. And it will be difficult to resolve the issue without including Sikkim, from where Teesta originates, in the talks.
Don't Take Selfies With Celebs, UIDAI tells Staff to Avoid Dhoni-like Episodes
To avoid a repeat of Dhoni-like episodes, the UIDAI has instructed the staff of its enrolment agencies to resist the urge of posing for selfies with celebrities or retaining their Aadhaar details.
AAP, Congress Two Sides of Same Coin: Venkaiah Naidu
Naidu accused AAP and Congress of playing negative politics and indulging in blame game and disinformation campaign.
Madras HC Directs Tamil Nadu Govt to Build Public Toilets For Transgenders
The Madras High Court on Thursday directed the Tamil Nadu government to build public toilets cum bathrooms for transgenders, where they live in large numbers in the city.
Surcharge of 10% on Stamp Duty For Cow Protection in Rajasthan
Conservation of cows in Rajasthan will entail a cost for those making rent agreements, mortgage papers and lease agreement as they will now pay a surcharge of 10 percent on stamp duty for cow protection.
Ganga Clean-up in a Shambles, PM Modi Intervenes
The Centre's Namami Gange programme, a $3-billion plan to clean the Ganga river, is badly behind schedule with large stretches contaminated by toxic waste and sewage, forcing Prime Minister Narendra Modi to intervene, according to government officials and...
Man 'Divorces' Wife Through Newspaper Advertisement
The city police have registered a case of cheating and harassment against a non-resident Indian who allegedly divorced his wife through a newspaper advertisement.
Rajnath's Visit to Andaman and Nicobar Islands to Focus on Maritime Security
Home Minister Rajnath Singh’s three days official tour to Andaman and Nicobar, beginning April 6, is likely to be circled around maritime security and other development-related issues.
Next UP Cabinet Meeting Possibly in Allahabad
Adityanath has already issued orders to officials of various departments to start preparations for the Allahabad Ardh Kumbh in 2019.
Once a Liquor Trader, Now Perfecting the Art of Making Sweets
Sanjay, father of two children, is thankful to Nitish Kumar for his landmark decision as it has helped him in bringing a positive change in his life after which people started paying more respect to him and his family. Locals are also supportive and all p...
Yogi Adityanath to Chair First Cabinet Meet Today, Farm Loan Waivers Likely
Farm loan waiver was the highlight in BJP’s manifesto released on January 28.
Anyone Dealing in Public Affairs Should Not Have Personal Interests: SC
An individual who deals in public affairs should not have any personal interest and should not extend benefits to someone in close proximity, the Supreme Court said on Monday.
DAC Likely to Discuss Buying S-400 Missile System From Russia
A Defence Acquisition Council meeting to be held here on Monday is likely to discuss acquisition of S-400 missile systems from Russia, informed sources said.