India, All india, 13th Dec 2018, News & Stories from India

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Sabarimala temple has been witnessing violent protests by a section of devotees and right-wing groups since the Supreme Court’s verdict on September 28 which allowed women of all ages to worship at the temple. (Photo: File)

49-yr-old man sets himself on fire at BJP’s Sabarimala protest venue in Kerala

The man has been identified as Venugopalan Nair, a resident of Muttada who suffered 60 per cent burns.

13 Dec 2018 11:56 AM

On CBI's request, Interpol issues Red Corner Notice against Mehul Choksi

After seeking additional information from CBI, Interpol initiated proceedings against Choksi and now issued notice against him.

13 Dec 2018 11:30 AM

The Congress president will first meet party observers A K Antony for Madhya Pradesh and K C Venugopal for Rajasthan before meeting those in the race. (Photo: ANI | Twitter)

Taking inputs from MLAs, party workers on CM candidates: Rahul Gandhi

'You will see CM soon. We are taking inputs from MLAs, party workers and others,' Gandhi said.

13 Dec 2018 11:22 AM

Sasikala is currently lodged in Bengaluru's Parappana Agrahara jail. (Photo: ANI)

I-T department to quiz VK Sasikala in disproportionate assets case

Latest development comes after a special ED court issued warrant to produce Sasikala before it in FERA violation case.

13 Dec 2018 11:11 AM

Lok Sabha Speaker Sumitra Mahajan has agreed to hold debates on some of the issues under Rule 193, which do not entail voting, sources said. (Photo: File)

Parl winter session: Cong moves adjournment motion over Rafale, demonetisation, RBI

Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) MP Sanjay Singh has given a Zero Hour Notice in the Rajya Sabha over sealing in Delhi.

13 Dec 2018 11:04 AM

'After the Congress’ remarkable performance in the just-concluded Assembly polls, I am sure Rahul Bhai will hoist the tricolour at the Red Fort in near future,' Sidhu said. (Photo: File)

‘Rahul bhai’ will hoist tricolour at Red Fort in near future: Navjot Sidhu

Sidhu said that victories for Congress were possible because of passion that Rahul has been able to instill among party workers.

13 Dec 2018 10:50 AM

The businessman had left India on March 2, 2016 and is now based in the UK. (Photo: AP | File)

'Who leaves with 300 bags, huge cargo?': ED asks Vijay Mallya's lawyer

A court in London Monday ordered the extradition of Vijay Mallya, wanted in India for alleged financial irregularities.

13 Dec 2018 10:07 AM

He also claimed that TRS is the first party to fulfil all the promises made in their manifesto. (Photo: File)

‘Planets line up in right positions’: KCR to take oath as CM at 1.25 pm today

Only a couple of ministers will be sworn-in with Rao, while the rest will take their oaths five days later.

13 Dec 2018 9:55 AM

Vijayan said the government would soon implement a project to prevent recurrence of such flooding. (Photo: File)

Project to stop floods in Kochi airport soon, says Pinarayi Vijayan

The airport, one of the busiest in the country, was rendered non-functional for two weeks from August 14 due to the unprecedented flooding.

13 Dec 2018 9:40 AM

The veteran politician was speaking to reporters after meeting scores of party workers who had gathered here to greet him on his 78th birthday. (Photo: File)

'Ram temple issue may not click for BJP in 2019': Sharad Pawar

Pawar alleged that the BJP may try to create a communal divide on the temple issue which is a 'matter of concern'.

13 Dec 2018 9:33 AM

Reacting to this, Naidu said in a democracy anyone could go anywhere and work. (Photo: File)

After KCR's 'return gift' jibe, Chandrababu Naidu welcomes him to Andhra

KCR's Telangana Rashtra Samithi registered a thumping victory in the Assembly polls drubbing the Congress-TDP led 'People's Front'.

13 Dec 2018 9:12 AM

'Stress jeopardises decision-making relevance and cognitive functioning which is fatal to flight safety,' the ICPA said in the letter. (Representational Image)

Salary delays causing 'stress', loan EMI default: Air India pilot body

Air India spokesperson was, however, not available for comments on the issue.

13 Dec 2018 9:00 AM

A division bench of Justices Ramachandra Menon and N Anil Kumar said its earlier order that there should not be any protest in Sabarimala stands intact. (Photo: File)

On Sabarimala, Kerala HC asks police to remove barricades at key spots

The court also directed police to lift restrictions like blocking pilgrims at Sharankutti, en route to the 'sannidhanam' or temple complex.

13 Dec 2018 8:32 AM

Hazare said there are already countless statues of Lord Ram in the world and what is needed is to imbibe his teachings. (Photo: File)

Political parties don't remember promises but people do: Anna Hazare

Hazare said the BJP had to face defeat in MP, Chhattisgarh and Rajasthan assembly polls due to false assurances given by it to people.

13 Dec 2018 8:28 AM

Congress to waive farm loans if it wins Odisha

Speaking to mediapersons, Patnaik said waiving of loans would not solve all the problems of farmers.

13 Dec 2018 5:41 AM

Congress leaders Sachin Pilot (above) waves at the crowd while going to attend the Congress Legislature Party meeting at the party office in Jaipur. (Photo: PTI)

Fierce lobbying on CMs in three states

Congress received a boost in MP and Rajasthan after BSP chief Mayawati pledged her party’s support to it.

13 Dec 2018 5:24 AM

Modi said that the government is set to increase its spending on public health to 2.5 per cent of the gross domestic product (GDP). (Photo: PTI)

Public health spend will be 2.5 per cent of GDP: Modi

The Pradhan Mantri Jan Arogya Yojana provides cashless health insurance cover up to Rs 5 lakh per family per year, covering 500 million poor citizens.

13 Dec 2018 5:18 AM

Congress Madhya Pradesh president Kamal Nath, party leader Jyotiraditya Scindia and other leaders outside the Raj Bhavan in Bhopal on Wednesday after a meeting with governor Anandiben Patel to stake claim to form the government.(Photo: PTI)

MP: Kamal Nath leads in race with Jyotiraditya Scindia

The one-line resolution passed in the CLP meet, authorising Gandhi to announce the state’s next chief minister, did not suggest any name for the post.

13 Dec 2018 5:08 AM