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The victim is undergoing treatment at a hospital in Jhalawar. (Photo: ANI)

RSS worker thrashed for celebrating scrapping of Article 370 in Rajasthan

The incident took place in Ramganj Mandi in Kota district on August 7.

08 Aug 2019 3:32 PM

According to Bhadradri Kothagudem police, 10 students studying in class 8 to class 10 of Kasturba Gandhi Balika Vidyalaya suffered vomiting and motions after having breakfast in the school. (Photo: ANI)

10 students fall ill after consuming breakfast in Telangana

They were immediately shifted to the Community Health Centre, Paloncha.

08 Aug 2019 3:27 PM

It was stressed that India is a 'crucible of innovation' and one often sees things and ideas being developed there that can really serve other parts of the developing world and help enhance economic opportunities for women. (Photo: File)

India crucible for innovative ideas that can help women empowerment: UN official

She also stressed that girls' education is the single most important tool for change.

08 Aug 2019 3:17 PM

The chairman of India's largest state-owned steel producer was assaulted by some people armed with iron rods in the national capital on Wednesday night, the Steel Authority of India Ltd said. (Photo: www.sail.co.in)

4 men assault SAIL chairman in Delhi, 2 arrested

The chairman was taken to the trauma center of the AIIMS and has since been discharged, the company said.

08 Aug 2019 3:05 PM

The woman approached the police alleging that her husband divorced her through triple talaq using WhatsApp from Kuwait. (Photo: Representational | File)

UP man working in Kuwait gives triple talaq through WhatsApp

The incident comes just days after the Parliament passed a bill criminalising the practice.

08 Aug 2019 2:49 PM

Pakistan had also stated it will appeal to the United Nations Security Council against the Indian government's decision to end Jammu and Kashmir's special status and split it into two union territories according to the J&K Reorganisation Bill, 2019. (Photo :Rajnath Singh | Twitter)

‘Hope no one gets such neighbours’: Rajnath on Pak’s reaction on Art 370

Pakistan Prime Minister Imran Khan had warned earlier that the Kashmir move would have 'serious repercussions'.

08 Aug 2019 2:43 PM

The BJP staked claim to form the government and B S Yediyurappa was sworn in as Chief Minister on July 26 and his government later also proved its majority. (Photo: File)

Planes for rebel MLAs but no helicopter for flood-hit people? JD(S) asks Yeddy

Nearly 44,000 people have been evacuated from flood-hit and rain-affected areas of K'taka, where the rain fury has left 9 people dead.

08 Aug 2019 2:25 PM

Chowdhury said Prime Minister Narendra Modi was not living up to his theory of embracing Kashmiris instead of controlling them with muscle power. (photo: ANI)

'Kashmir like concentration camp,' says Adhir Ranjan Chowdhury

He said the Centre was creating an environment in the Valley which gives people a chance to raise questions.

08 Aug 2019 2:17 PM

Meanwhile, normal life has been affected in Barwani as the relentless rain has battered the district, submerging the Rajghat Bridge. (Photo: ANI)

MP: People celebrates as Tapti river overflows in Betul

Last night witnessed heavy rainfall which did bring problems to other areas but a sigh of relief for the people in this region.

08 Aug 2019 2:13 PM

Nine people drowned and four were missing after a boat engaged in rescue work overturned in a water body in Maharashtra's flood-hit Sangli district on Thursday, an official said. (Photo: Twitter/ ANI)

9 drown, 4 missing after rescue boat overturns in Maharashtra

Police officials and disaster management personnel were making all efforts to trace the missing persons, he said.

08 Aug 2019 2:09 PM

Locals held the potholed road responsible for Patil's death. (Photo: Representational)

Traffic cop crushed to death by truck after trying to avoid pothole

The truck driver has been arrested and the police is probing the case.

08 Aug 2019 2:06 PM

The mortal remains of former EAM Sushma Swaraj were consigned to flames on Wednesday. (Photo: ANI Twitter)

Watch: Sushma Swaraj's ashes immersed in Hapur's Ganga River

Swaraj Kaushal, husband of Sushma Swaraj was also present with Bansuri on a boat along with some priests and relatives.

08 Aug 2019 1:51 PM

The district administration gave the directions after Indian Meteorological Department issued 'Red Alert' in Kodagu for the next 48 hours. (Photo: ANI)

Karnataka: Water level increases in Kabini Dam

Though the maximum water level can reach till 2,284 feet, currently the water level in the dam is 2,281.5 feet.

08 Aug 2019 1:48 PM

Sister Lucy had received numerous warning letters for supporting the nuns' protest at Ernakulam seeking the arrest of Bishop Mulakkal. (Photo: File)

Kerala nun who protested against rape accused bishop sacked for 'learning to drive'

Undeterred by the expulsion letter Sister Lucy is firm on continuing her fight against the arbitrary decision.

08 Aug 2019 1:21 PM

Pakistan on Wednesday decided to downgrade diplomatic relations with India and suspend bilateral trade after New Delhi revoked the special status of Jammu and Kashmir. (Photo: Twitter | @pid_gov))

Suspension of bilateral trade will affect Pakistan more than India: Experts

India's exports have dropped significantly due to strained trade relations after Pulwama terror attack in February.

08 Aug 2019 1:18 PM

‘The entry to meeters and greeters area will be barred w.e.f. 10th August to 20th August 2019. Any inconvenience caused is regretted,’ IGI Airport authorities said. (Photo: ANI | Representational)

IGI airport tightens security ahead of Independence Day

Domestic flyers have been requested to reach minimum of 3 hours in advance, international flyers to reach 4 hours prior to scheduled flight.

08 Aug 2019 1:18 PM

After removal of Jammu and Kashmir's special status people from the rest of the country can now buy land there, which is what the memes are based on. (Photo: ANI)

Article 370 memes: Vadra asks users to respect 'sensitive issues' after being trolled

Robert Vadra advised social media users to respect the emotions of people in Jammu and Kashmir instead of making fun of the situation.

08 Aug 2019 1:14 PM

Kailash Mansarovar. (Photo: Representative Image/ANI)

China grants visas to Indian Kailash Mansarovar yatris

Thousands of devotees participated in the Yatra through a treacherous route that crosses territorial boundaries of India, Nepal and China.

08 Aug 2019 12:53 PM

Congress MP Ghuam Nabi Azad arrived in Srinagar on Thursaday for a meeting. (Photo: File)

Cong leaders Ghulam Azad, Gulam Mir sent back to Delhi from Srinagar

The Congress leaders arrived on Thursday to hold a meeting at Pradesh Congress Committee office in Srinagar.

08 Aug 2019 12:52 PM

Article 370 internal matter, Pakistan trying to spread alarm: India

India also insisted that scrapping Article 370 was an 'internal matter' designed to fast track development in Jammu and Kashmir.

08 Aug 2019 12:30 PM

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