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CPCB Slaps Rs 1 Crore Fine Each on Northern Railways, NDMC for Violating Norms
The CPCB said an environmental compensation of Rs 1 crore has to be paid by the two bodies — NDMC and Northern Railways — by January 31, failing which prosecution will be initiated in accordance with law, the notice issued recently said.
Indian Tunes Set Mood at Beating Retreat Ceremony, Fascinating Crowds at Rajpath
As the bugle was sounded for the retreat, the Raisina Hill complex lit up in a riot of colours, the illumination provided by LEDs rather than the traditional incandescent bulbs. Neighbouring buildings, like the Rail Bhawan and the Udyog Bhawan, however, h...
Anna Hazare to Launch Hunger Strike From Wednesday on Lokpal in Ralegan Siddhi
In his letter to Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis, dated January 28, Hazare said he would launch the agitation in his village Ralegan Siddhi in Ahmednagar district of Maharashtra.
Proposal to Encourage Taxmen to File GST Profiteering Complaints on Anvil
As per the procedure, the DGAP submits its investigation report to the National Anti-Profiteering Authority (NAA), which decide on the final quantum of profiteering and the monetary penalty.
Indian Man Charged With Possessing Child Pornography in Australia
The man was charged with one offence related to possessing child pornography and one of importing "objectionable" goods, Perth-based newspaper 'The West Australian' reported.
Piyush Goyal to Receive Carnot Prize for Power Reforms, Rural Electrification
The award recognises Goyal's tenure as minister of power in which he is credited to have "reformed" the electricity sector and extended access to electricity to 18,000 villages, as documented by the International Energy Agency.
Pakistan SC Rejects Review Plea Against Aasia Bibi's Acquittal in Blasphemy Case
The apex court's decision in October to overturn the conviction of Aasia Bibi sparked nationwide protests and death threats from hardline groups.
New Wearable Sensor Can Help Burn Victims 'Feel'
Our skin's ability to perceive pressure, heat, cold and vibration is a critical safety function that most people take for granted.
‘Returning Land to Ram Janmabhoomi Nyas Least Govt Can Do as SC Keeps Delaying Ayodhya Hearing’
Rejecting suggestions that the timing had something to do with the general elections, Madhav told News18 that the temple trust had been demanding the return of its land for the past 23 years.
Rahul Gandhi Condoles Demise of Former Defence Minister George Fernandes
Fernandes was suffering from Alzheimer's disease. Recently, he contracted swine flu, family sources said.
Vidhu Vinod Chopra Avoids Direct Answer on #MeToo Allegations Against Rajkumar Hirani
Filmmaker Rajkumar Hirani is the latest name to be called out in India's #MeToo storm.
Four More Shots Please! Review: A Mess that Struggles to Find its Central Theme
To some extent, 'Four More Shots Please!' appears a TV adaptation of 'Veere Di Wedding'.
After Krish, Writer Apurva Asrani Calls Kangana Ranaut 'Insecure', Says 'Her Game is Brutal'
The storm surrounding Kangana Ranaut's Manikarnika: The Queen of Jhansi refuses to die down.
At Jaipur Lit Fest, Debate on How to Debate Turns into Political Bickering Between Congress and BJP
The panelists, which included Union Minister Hardeep Singh Puri, senior Congress leaders Kapil Sibal and Salman Khurshid, were on the top of their voices.
18-month-old Baby Dies After Falling from Escalator at Bengaluru Metro Station
The CCTV footage of the incident shows an elderly couple walking towards the escalator leading to the platform. After getting on the escalator, the baby slipped from her grandfather’s embrace.
Hope Congress Won't Repeat Lok Sabha Walk-out in Rajya Sabha on Citizenship Bill, Says JD(U)
The bill, which was passed by the Lok Sabha on January 8, seeks to provide Indian citizenship to Hindus, Jains, Christians, Sikhs, Buddhists and Parsis from Bangladesh, Pakistan and Afghanistan after six years of residence in India even if they do not pos...