A fleet of Army helicopters made multiple sorties during an aerial rescue operation for stranded tourists and locals in Lachen, Lachung, and Chungthang in northern Sikkim on Monday — five days since flash floods in the Teesta river cut off the high-altitude interiors from the rest of the state. By 5pm, more than 380...
Read MoreBank of Baroda has raised interest rates on domestic retail term deposits, including non-resident rupee accounts, by up to 50 basis points for tenors of up to three years. Additionally, the bank has increased bulk deposit interest rates (for deposits ranging from Rs 2-10 crore) by up to 1% (100 basis points) for various...
Read MoreHP, the American computer giant, has stated that it is ready to comply with any restrictions imposed by the Indian government as it works on new investment plans towards its production-linked incentive commitments. Although HP did not specifically mention China, it acknowledged the importance of adhering to regulatory directions given by governments, including India.
Read MoreA plumber was killed in a tragic accident when an elevator crushed his head in west Delhi. The incident occurred while the plumber was investigating waterlogging in the lift shaft. It is believed that someone operated the elevator while the plumber was working, causing the accident. The police are investigating the incident and reviewing...
Read MoreBhagini Nivedita College in Delhi, funded by the government, is suffering from a lack of maintenance since 2005. The college, established in 1993, faces crumbling infrastructure and overcrowded classrooms. The delay in fund disbursal has resulted in poor conditions for students and teachers alike. The college is unable to provide necessary facilities for new...
Read MoreAccording to a recent opinion poll conducted by Greenpeace in seven global cities, air pollution is perceived as the biggest environmental problem in Delhi, followed by waste management, increasing temperatures, and water pollution. The poll, part of the Urban Justice campaign, aimed to transform cities into places of climate action, resilience, and justice. Over...
Read MoreThe Delhi government is set to launch the mohalla bus service in the next two months. The scheme will introduce 2,000 small AC buses in phases, with the first phase seeing 200 buses rolled out. The buses aim to provide last-mile connectivity in areas where regular buses cannot ply. The routes will be determined...
Read MoreNikki Haley, the former UN ambassador, has raised over $11 million in the third quarter of this year, solidifying her position as a contender in the 2024 campaign. She currently has $11.6 million in cash on hand, with $9.1 million allocated for primary spending. However, she faces competition from Ron DeSantis, who raised $15...
Read MoreA 22-year-old man has been arrested for allegedly killing his relative in South Delhi. The suspect attacked the victim with a brick, believing that he had helped his friend elope with his sister. The victim, identified as Pankaj, was seriously injured and later succumbed to his injuries. The suspect confessed to the crime after...
Read MoreFormer US President Barack Obama expressed his support for Israel and condemned the terrorist attacks, while former President Bill Clinton remained silent on the issue. Obama called for a just and lasting peace for both Israelis and Palestinians. Hillary Clinton, however, voiced her support for Israel and expressed prayers for those affected by the...
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