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India retain top spot in ICC Test Team rankings after annual update
Dubai, May 13 : India remained the number one Test side after the annual update of the ICC…
Azim Premji Urges All to Come Together to Fight Against COVID-19 Pandemic
'I wish we all have the courage and strength to deal with the tragedy that is still unfolding,' Wipro founder-chairman Azim Premji said.
NSUI files ‘missing person’ report with police on Amit Shah
NSUI general secretary Nagesh Kariyappa filed a ‘missing person report against Union Hone Minister Amit Shah with the Delhi Police over the minister's absence during the pandemic.
4cr Indian smartphone users can take 5G in 1st year: Report
New Delhi: At least 4 crore (40 million) smartphone users in India could take up 5G in the…
Immediate de-escalation need of the hour, says India on Israel-Gaza violence
United Nations: Amid escalating tensions between Israel and Palestinian militants, India has condemned all acts of violence, especially…
Chidambaram slams BJP for justifying Central Vista project
“BJP government spending a small amount of Rs 20,000 crore for the Central Vista including a modest new house for the PM. Criticism unjustified,” he said
Bihar: Dozens of suspected COVID victims bodies found in Ganga
Dozens of decomposing dead bodies were seen floating in the Ganga river in Bihar’s Buxar district this morning,…
India has got 3L Remdesivir vials, over 6K O2 concentrators from abroad
New Delhi: India cumulatively has so far received three lakh Remdesivir vials, 6,608 oxygen concentrators, 3,856 oxygen cylinders…
As Vaccines Exported for ‘Image Building’, India saw 1 Lakh Deaths: Manish Sisodia
New Delhi: Delhi Deputy Chief Minister Manish Sisodia on Sunday accused the Centre of seeking to “buid its…
Shiv Sena Takes A Dig At Modi Govt, Says India Surviving On System Created By Nehru-Gandhis
Poor countries are helping India in their own way, but Prime Minister Narendra Modi is not ready to stop the ambitious project of Central Vista worth Rs 20,000 crore, said Shiv Sena.
Chidambaram slams Modi, Harsh Vardhan over Covid situation
Congress leader P. Chidambaram on Friday criticised Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Health Minister Harsh Vardhan for not owing responsibility , saying the Covid-19 pandemic in the country has turned to worse from bad.
System hasn’t failed, Modi government has: Sonia Gandhi on Covid-19 crisis
On the results of the recently concluded elections in four states and one Union territory, the party president said the Congress Working Committee will soo analyse the election outcome.
SC asks Centre to keep supplying 700 MT Oxygen to Delhi till further orders
The Supreme Court on Friday asked the Centre to keep supplying 700 MT of liquid medical oxygen (LMO) to Delhi for treating COVID-19 patients on a daily basis till further orders
Fuel sales decline as Covid-19 2nd wave hits demand
Fuel retailing, a weathervane of economic health, has been hit mainly by two factors—curbs in several states, and high prices of auto fuels, they said.
Six US planes carrying key Covid-19 supplies reached India in past 6 days
The emergency supplies include 20,000 courses of remdesivir (125,000 vials) to help treat critically ill patients, nearly 1,500 oxygen cylinders, which can be repeatedly refilled at local supply centres, and one million rapid diagnostic tests to quickly identify Covid-19 cases.
Indian Army Mobilises 2 field hospitals from North East by Air to Patna
The Indian Army has mobilised two field hospitals from the North East to Patna to assist the Bihar…
COVID-19: New high of 4.12 lakh cases, 3,980 deaths in India
With 4,12,262 fresh cases and 3,980 deaths in last 24 hours, India recorded maximum fresh cases and fatalities in a day, another grim record, taking the total caseload in the country to 2,10,77,410
Foreign Terrorist Trapped as Sopore Encounter Rages on
Srinagar, May 4 : One foreign terrorist involved in several acts of terror is trapped as an encounter…
Covid Crisis: India receives Medical Supplies from Kuwait
Amid a surge in Covid-19 cases in India, several countries including Russia, UK, UAE, Kuwait, Germany, France, Taiwan and Romania have delivered medical supplies such as oxygen concentrators and medicines to aid the nation’s battle against the pandemic.
India headed for stricter lockdowns to combat Covid wave
New Delhi, May 3: India appears to be headed for more stringent lockdowns to rein in the massive…
Taiwan bars arrivals from India as Indonesia reports first cases of Indian COVID-19 variant
The Indian variant of the virus has reached at least 17 countries
24 Deaths In 2 Hours: Karnataka Hospital Tragedy As Oxygen Supply Drops
Bengaluru: Twenty four patients died at a government hospital in Karnataka’s Chamarajanagar on Sunday after the oxygen supply…
Oxygen Shortage: 8 COVID-19 patients, including one doctor, die in Delhi’s Batra Hospital
At least eight COVID-19 patients admitted in the ICU of Batra hospital in Delhi’s Mehrauli died on Saturday…
Delhi can add 650 critical care beds if oxygen assured at three govt hospitals
At AIIMS, the plan to convert non-Covid beds for the treatment of the viral infection has slowed down because of the uncertainty in oxygen supply.
Supreme Court seeks govt reply on plea against sedition
A bench, headed by justice Uday U Lalit, sought a response from Centre on a plea challenging the constitutional validity of sedition law while also calling for assistance of attorney general KK Venugopal considering the significance of the matter.
Help India in hour of crisis, says British MP Tan Dhesi
Chandigarh: India-origin Labour MP in Britain, Tanmanjeet Singh Dhesi, has urged his government to help India as Covid-19…
COVID-19: India declines UN’s offer of assistance from integrated supply chain
India says it has ''robust system'' to deal with the required logistics
Covishield, Covaxin Offer Protection Against ‘Indian Strain’ Of Coronavirus, Says Study
The ‘Indian strain’ has been found prevalent largely in Maharashtra and Delhi that have been severely hit by a devastating second wave of the pandemic.
Acquire tankers too to ensure oxygen supply, Gehlot to PM
Rajasthan Chief Minister Ashok Gehlot on Tuesday spoke to Prime Minister Narendra Modi and urged him to acquire…
Delhi CM Kejriwal spent crores on self promotion not oxygen: Congress
NEW DELHI, APRIL 24 : As Delhi keeps on gasping for oxygen, the Congress alleged that both the…
China says in communication with India to provide help to combat COVID-19 surge
“The Chinese government and people firmly support the Indian government and people in fighting the coronavirus,” the Foreign Ministry spokesperson said.
Don’t hoard oxygen, taking it casually is harmful, warns AIIMS chief
Emphasising on judicious use of oxygen, AIIMS Director Randeep Guleria said if a person's oxygen saturation is 93 per cent to 99 per cent, then that person does not need oxygen, and taking it will instead be harmful.
Rajasthan CM asks Centre to announce free COVID-19 vaccine for people above 18 yrs
Rajasthan Chief Minister Ashok Gehlot on Wednesday said the Centre should announce free COVID-19 vaccine for people above 18 years of age like it did for other age groups. He claimed that if such a step is not taken, it will lead to resentment among the youth against the central dispensation.
India removes Import Duty on Remdesivir
Besides, ready-to-use remdesivir injection have been exempted as well.
Maharashtra CM Uddhav Thackeray may decide on strict lockdown in next 2 days: Minister
Speaking to reporters, the Relief and Rehabilitation Minister Vijay Wadettiwar also said the state government will study the lockdown imposed by the Delhi government before taking any decision.
COVID19 : Vaccine For All Above 18 Starting May 1
Vaccine manufacturers are empowered to release up to 50 percent of their supply to state governments and in the open market at a pre-declared price, the Centre said.
Hong Kong suspends flights connecting India from April 20 to May 3
Apart from India, the Hong Kong government has also suspended flights to and from Pakistan as well as the Philippines from April 20 to May 3.
Covid was not defeated in 2020, it had waned on its own: Chidambaram
New Delhi, April 18 : Soon after Prime Minister Narendra Modi said on Saturday night that together India…
Plea in SC seeks Covid vaccination for 18 yrs and above
New Delhi: A plea has been moved in the Supreme Court seeking direction to provide Covid-19 vaccine to…
PM reviews status of oxygen availability to ensure adequate supply
PM Narendra Modi took a comprehensive review to ensure adequate medical grade oxygen supply in the country. Inputs…
10 states, including Maharashtra, UP, show steep rise in daily Covid-19 cases
The cumulative number of Covid-19 vaccine doses administered in the country has crossed 11.44 crore.
More Than 1,700 Test Positive For Covid-19 In Kumbh Mela In 5 Days
A majority of the 48.51 lakh people who took part in the last two royal baths (Shahi Snan) were seen openly violating COVID norms like wearing of face masks and social distancing.
India Holds National Dialogue on UN Food Systems Summit 2021
The United Nations Secretary General has called for the first ever UN Food Systems Summit to be held…
Wholesale price-based inflation spikes to over eight-year high of 7.39 per cent in March
Inflation in the fuel and power basket was 10.25 per cent in March, against 0.58 per cent in February, mainly on account of rising prices of petrol and diesel.
India, Pakistan among others with stake in stable future of Afghanistan, says US president Biden
US President Joe Biden has said India, Pakistan, Russia, China, and Turkey have a significant stake in the stable future of Afghanistan
Russia’s Sputnik vaccine approved for emergency use in India: Health ministry
New Delhi, Apr 13 : India’s drug regulator has granted permission for restricted emergency use of the Russian…
India to produce 850 mn Sputnik V doses annually: RDIF
New Delhi, Apr 13 : The Russian Direct Investment Fund (RDIF) has said more than 850 million doses…
COVID vaccine is need of country, everyone has right to safe life: Rahul Gandhi
New Delhi, Apr 12 : Batting for coronavirus vaccine for all, Congress leader Rahul Gandhi on Monday said…
India set to get third vaccine as expert panel clears Sputnik
After the Drug Controller General of India gives assent to the Subject Expert Committee’s approval, the sources told…
Nobel laureate Abhijit Banerjee trashes theory of limited govt intervention to uplift poor
Addressing the 20th foundation day of Bandhan Bank, the non-profit-turned-MFI-turned-small finance bank, on Sunday, Banerjee said there is no data and no empirical evidence anywhere to establish the ideology that getting freebies or getting free assets make the poor people lazy.
Delhi records 7,897 fresh Covid-19 cases, positivity rate mounts to 10.21%
According to the bulletin, 39 more people died due to the disease, taking the toll to 11,235.
Modi Govt has mismanaged situation, says Sonia in Covid meet
In our states, we need to take strict measures to ensure the pandemic doesn’t not go out of control and to support those who face the brunt of reduced economic activity, Sonia Gandhi said
Gold climbs Rs 97; silver declines Rs 275
In the international market, gold was quoting lower at USD 1,745 per ounce and silver was flat at USD 25.15 per ounce.
SC declines to free Rohingyas but says no deportation without due process
New Delhi: The Supreme Court on Thursday declined to release nearly 150-170 Rohingya refugees held in a sub-jail…
Prime Minister says exams are not last chance to prove yourself
'Pariksha Pe Charcha' is an event where the Prime Minister responds to questions related to examination stress and related areas posed by students in his uniquely engaging style in a live programme.
Rahul Gandhi attacks Govt on Rafale Jet Deal
The Congress said Gandhi's oft-repeated allegations of corruption in the deal were proved correct after the French media report.
Rahul, Priyanka Gandhi urge voters to exercise franchise
New Delhi, April 6 : As the polling for the third phase in West Bengal and Assam and…
Rahul Gandhi asks people to cast votes against ‘divisive forces’ and strengthen democracy
Congress leader Rahul Gandhi asked voters to vote 'against the divisive forces' to strengthen democracy as polling began for the first phase of assembly elections in Assam and West Bengal.
India Crosses 1-Lakh Mark In Daily COVID-19 Cases For First Time
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday held a high-level review meet amid a worrying spike in Covid cases across the country.
Agriculture in India: Maladies and Remedies
It is the second largest producer of rice, wheat, cotton, sugarcane, farmed fish, sheep and goat meat, fruit, vegetables and tea. But in spite of this the Indian farmer remains poor, though he contributes a lot to the economy.
Whole country bows before martyrdom of 22 jawans: Sonia Gandhi
In a major Maoist attack this year, at least 22 security personnel were killed and 20 more injured in a fierce gunfight with more than 300 People's Liberation Guerrilla Army (PLGA) in Chhattisgarh's Bijapur, said army officials.
Navjot Singh Sidhu slams Goyal; claims Centre wants to destroy mandi system
Congress leader Navjot Singh Sidhu on Sunday attacked Union Food Minister Piyush Goyal over his letter regarding the issue of direct payment to farmers
Delhi Records Over 3,500 COVID-19 Cases For Second Consecutive Day
With 3,567 new infections, the number of cumulative cases rose to 6,72,381, while 10 more deaths took the count to 11,060 in Delhi.
Rahul Gandhi slams BJP over attack on Rakesh Tikait
He said, "Attacked by BJP's goons in Rajasthan's Alwar district's Tataarpur square at Bansur Road. Pics of murder of democracy."
What is driving mobile gaming amid the pandemic in India?
Amid the pandemic, especially the everything-from-home year, mobile gaming took off spectacularly in India. For consumers trying to deal with the prolonged social isolation, along with all the anxiety and ambiguity of the last year, mobile gaming provided a creative outlet.
Would Focus On Jobs Rather Than Growth If I Was PM, Says Rahul Gandhi
Rahul Gandhi was responding to a question during an interaction with Nicholas Burns from the Harvard Kennedy School in the US.
Assam EVM row: Presiding officer suspended; re-poll ordered by Election Commission
He also threatened that the party would boycott the election otherwise if action is not being taken.
GST Collections at record high of Rs 1.23 lakh crore in March
'A steep increasing trend over this period are clear indicators of rapid economic recovery post pandemic,' the Finance Ministry said.
Modi urges voters in Bengal, Assam to cast votes in record numbers
In Thursday's second phase, voting for 30 seats in West Bengal and 39 constituencies in Assam began at 7 a.m. amid tight security.
Aditi Rao Hydari: With every film, I feel like a newcomer
Aditi says that right before a film starts, she is very excited. "Two days before I start filming, I am like a hungry kid. I can't sit quietly. You know how a hungry kid behaves? I behave like that," she says.
Congress up in arms over Left leader’s remarks on Rahul Gandhi
Thiruvananthapuram, March 30 : The Congress leaders are up in arms over the remarks made by Idukki’s former…
Congress questions Modi, Vijayan, Adani ‘special relation’
He alleged that Vijayan's opposition to handing over of Thiruvananthapuram Airport to Adani Group was a farce and facade to cover up other secret understandings.
Everything cannot be made public: Amit Shah on ‘meeting’ Sharad Pawar
Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Sunday declined to confirm or deny his purported meeting with NCP supremo Sharad Pawar.
Judicial probe against Central agencies “unfortunate”, says Rajnath Singh
Union Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Sunday said the Kerala government’s decision to recommend a judicial inquiry against…
There is a full scale assault on idea of Tamil Nadu, alleges Rahul Gandhi
Don't underestimate this assault, it has a huge amount of money behind it. It is conceptualised by the RSS and Narendra Modi.
‘BJP can only offer communalism’, claims Shashi Tharoor
The BJP can “only offer communalism, tired scare-mongering over love Jihad and a hate-filled politics of division that…
Mann Ki Baat: India has put up spirited fight against COVID-19, says PM Modi
Prime Minister Narendra Modi, during his 75th Mann Ki Baat address today, thanked listeners for making his show…
LIC IPO to bring in Rs 1L cr, BPCL sale may fetch Rs 80k cr: CEA
He was of the view that the disinvestment target of Rs 1.75 lakh crore for the financial year 2021-22 was "imminently achievable".
PM Modi gifts 109 ambulances, 12L doses Covid-19 vaccine dose to Bangladesh
Bangladesh and India on Saturday signed five MoUs at a meeting held at the Prime Minister's Office (PMO) in Dhaka. In addition, several projects were also inaugurated during the concluding day of Modi's two-day visit to Bangladesh.
Suez Canal Blockage: India chalks out 4-point plan as over 200 cargo ships stuck on carriageway
Cairo (Egypt) : A massive maritime traffic jam has occurred outside the Suez Canal after a giant cargo…
Autocomp sector set for rebound after 2 tough fiscals
As the impact of the pandemic wanes, the government's move to increase spending on infrastructure augurs well for the automobile sector and, in turn, for the automotive components makers.
‘Puducherry’s identity will be lost if NDA comes to power’
Chennai, March 26 : The former Chief Minister of Puducherry and senior Congress leader V. Narayanasamy has said…
Bangladesh PM Sheikh Hasina rolls out red carpet for PM Narendra Modi
Modi will then visit Tungipara in Gopalganj to pay homage to Father of the Nation at Bangabandhu Mausoleum Complex.
Rahul Gandhi extends support to Bharat Bandh
The farmers blocked the National Highway 24 that connects Delhi with Ghaziabad. The farmers sat on the highway demanding repeal of the three farm laws.
RBI flags major concerns over cryptocurrency
Das was of the view that there is no difference of opinion between the RBI and the Centre on cryptocurrency.
Can’t fault our group for 1st ODI defeat: Morgan
Pune, Mar 24 : England skipper Eoin Morgan refused to blame any of his players for the 66-run…
One of our sweetest ODI wins in recent past: Virat Kohli
England skipper Eoin Morgan said the team lacked in execution, which has been a constant on the tour so far.
Priyanka Gandhi attacks PM Modi on lack of empathy for Assam
Launching a frontal attack on Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Congress leader Priyanka Gandhi Vadra on Sunday alleged that…
BJP functioning like a mafia, running syndicates: Priyanka Gandhi
Sarupathar(Assam), Mar 22 : Congress leader Priyanka Gandhi Vadra on Monday alleged the ruling BJP in Assam was…
Academics ‘distressed’ to learn of Pratap Bhanu Mehta quitting under political pressure
New Delhi, March 22: Hundreds of leading academics, including from top universities like Yale, Harvard, Stanford, MIT, Cornell,…
India outplayed us in big moments: England captain Eoin Morgan
Morgan said that one of the positives was the bowling of leg-spinner Adil Rashid during the power-play overs.
Pandavas built a good brand; their unethical acts during Kurukshetra war overlooked: Jaishankar
Panaji, Mar 19 : Drawing a parallel between the Pandavas in the Mahabharata and brand building as an…
Pandemic Pushes 32 Million Indians Out of Middle Class Into Poverty, Says Pew Research
Financial woes brought by last year's coronavirus pandemic have pushed about 32 million Indians out of the middle class, undoing years of economic gains, a report showed on Thursday, while job losses pushed millions into poverty.
1,117 cases pending probe with CBI, 18 of them for more than seven years: Govt
Over 1,100 cases were pending investigation with the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI), 18 of them for more than seven years, Rajya Sabha was informed on Thursday
India expected to register largest increase in child and maternal deaths in South Asia in 2020: UN
India is projected to register the greatest increase in the number of deaths among children under 5 in South Asia in 2020 as well as the highest number of maternal deaths, a UN report has said
India’s daily COVID cases surge to 35,871, highest since early December
India on Thursday recorded 35,871 new COVID-19 cases, the highest single-day rise in over 100 days, which took the infection tally to 1,14,74,605, according to Union health ministry data
Earlier CPI-M used to attack me, now BJP is at it: Mamata
"We give free ration to the people. You will not have to visit ration shops in the days to come. We will deliver ration to your doorsteps," Banerjee said.
No iconic building to be demolished for central vista proj
The Government approved the proposal for redevelopment of Central Vista Avenue at an estimated cost of Rs 608 crore on November 10 last year.
Even Gaddafi, Saddam Hussein used to win elections, claims Rahul Gandhi
Rahul Gandhi's comments came days after he said India is "no longer" a democratic country, quoting media reports of a Sweden-based institute downgrading India to an "electoral autocracy".
The country needs a third front: Sharad Pawar
"Kerala Chief Minister called me and told me that the Left is happy with PC Chacko joining the NCP," said Sharad Pawar.
India supplied over 58 mn doses of Covid vax to 70 nations: Govt
Earlier, in an exclusive interaction, External Affairs Minister, Dr S Jaishankar had told IANS that vaccinating the world along with India's own people comes as a moral responsibility for India.
Centre “Privatising Profit, Nationalising Loss”: Rahul Gandhi On Public Sector Bank Strike
Public Sector Bank Strike Day 2: "Government of India (GOI) is privatising profit and nationalising loss. Selling PSBs to Modicronies gravely compromises India's financial security," Rahul Gandhi tweeted.
‘For How Long?’ Asks Umar Khalid to ‘Paid Media’ Near Delhi Court
Khalid is currently in judicial custody in connection with the Delhi riots case.
Accelerated off-take: Kia foresees continued growth, terms 2021 critical
New Delhi, March 15 : The year 2021 is extremely critical for Kia in India as the automobile…
PM is incompetent, cannot run the country: Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee
West Bengal Chief Minister and Trinamool Congress supremo Mamata Banerjee addressed a rally in Purulia district ahead of the West Bengal election.
3rd T20I: Buoyant India look to slow it down against England
Ahmedabad, March 15 : Buoyed by an impressive seven-wicket win in the second T20 International, India will take…
“Don’t Let Guard Down”: Rahul Gandhi As India’s Covid Cases Surge
India recorded 26,291 new COVID-19 cases, the highest in 85 days, taking the total tally of cases to 1,13,85,339, according to the Union Health Ministry data updated on Monday.
US Defence Secy to visit India to discuss partnership
New York, March 13 : On the heels of the Quad summit, US Defence Secretary Lloyd Austin will…
With 24,882 new infections, India records highest single-day spike so far this year
The health ministry stressed that more than 70 per cent of the deaths occurred due to comorbidities
Quad to harness India’s capability for massive vaccine diplomacy project
India's vaccine development and manufacturing capabilities put it in the driver's seat in the project that is of imminent importance to the Quad.
In Gujarat, PM Modi reiterates the symbolism of salt
Ahmedabad, March 12 : On Friday, while inaugurating the ‘Azadi ka Amrit Mahotsav’ at the Sabarmati Ashram in…
India’s startup ecosystem is today a world attraction: PM Modi
Gandhinagar, March 12 : The Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday said that India’s startup ecosystem has become…
Manoj Bajpayee tests positive for COVID-19
Mumbai, March 12 : Bollywood actor Manoj Bajpayee has tested psitive for Covid-19. The actor is currently living…
Justice Indu Malhotra gets emotional as CJI Bobde calls her a great role model
New Delhi, March 12 : Chief Justice S.A. Bobde on Friday said he has not seen a finer…
PM Modi launches ‘Azadi Ka Amrut Mahotsav’ celebrations to mark 75 years of Independence
Prime Minister Narendra Modi launches ‘Azadi Ka Amrut Mahotsav’ celebrations to mark 75 years of Independence. To celebrate…
Coronavirus: India continues to report close to 23K cases
New Delhi, March 12 : For second day in a row, India’s single day rise on Friday recorded…
Google Pixel 5a may be launched on June 11
The Pixel 5a is expected to have dual cameras and a flash, all housed within a square camera module.
Coronavirus: Major spike in fresh cases, tally touches 23K
The rise in the number of Covid-19 cases, which had so far looked confined to Maharashtra and Punjab, is now beginning to show in several other states.
Opposition not allowed to raise people’s issue: Congress
The Congress leaders also alleged that bills were passed in violation of the established rules, as the Opposition was not allowed to speak.
US Defence Secy’s visit to India to further strengthen defence cooperation
Austin's visit to India as part of his first overseas travel emphasises the strength of India-US strategic partnership.
Rajya Sabha Chair rejects suspension notices over farm laws
Leader of Opposition Mallikarjun Kharge said: "It will not be fair not to discuss the issue when farmers have been agitating in the country."
KC Venugopal stresses on need to fight to save democracy
New Delhi, March 10 : Congress General Secretary (Organisation) and Rajya Sabha member K.C. Venugopal on Tuesday asserted…
When we talk of rights, we must remember democratic duties: Modi
The Prime Minister said that it is in India’s culture to share its knowledge.
Govt employees to get full DA benefits from July
At present, central government employees get DA of 17 per cent. This level of DA became effective from July 2019 with further revision due from January 2020. But this along with subsequent two other revisions were suspended due to Covid.
Ed-tech firm Vedantu to hire 2,500 people in next 3 months
The e-learning platform last month acquired Instasolv, a doubt-solving app for students from Class 6 to 12 for science, mathematics, IITJEE and NEET, for an undisclosed sum.
India must prepare for borderless war: Rahul Gandhi
New Delhi, Mar 9 : Congress leader Rahul Gandhi on Tuesday said the country must prepare for a…
India Stands Out In Terms Of Vaccine Policy: IMF’s Gita Gopinath
Gopinath lauded the Serum Institute of India, saying it produces the most number of vaccines in the world in a regular year
Congress to oppose curtailment of Budget session
New Delhi, March 7 : The Congress has decided that it will not accept the proposal by the…
BJP riding on arrogance of brute majority: Congress
New Delhi, March 6 : As the farmers’ agitation over the three Central farm laws completed 100 days…
India records 18,711 fresh cases, 100 Covid deaths in 24 hours: 10 points
With this, the total number of active Covid-19 cases in the country stood at 1,84,523, the Union Health Ministry said.
Govt ready to amend farm laws, says Union minister Narendra Singh Tomar
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Congress dubs ‘100 days of BJP’s arrogance’ as black chapter in India’s democracy
The Congress launched a scathing attack on the Centre on Saturday, which marked the completion of 100 days…
Coronavirus: Over 18K cases, India’s tally highest in 6 weeks
Experts have expressed a number of possibilities which could be owed to the surge, ranging from the lax attitude of people towards following the Covid protocols to likeability of “mutations and new strains”.
Congress to give 50% seats for youth, women, new faces
Those who lost in Assembly polls twice won’t get chance
Russia born India’s Athletic coach Nikolai Snesarev found dead in NIS Patiala
New Delhi: India’s Belarusian athletics coach Nikolai Snesarev was found dead in his hostel room in Patiala, PTI…
Centre pushing people into ‘morass of inflation’ to earn tax: Rahul Gandhi
Calling inflation a curse, Rahul Gandhi slammed the Centre and said, "The central government is only pushing the people into the morass of inflation to earn tax."
Make in India, make for the world, says PM Modi to industry
New Delhi, Mar 05: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday met heads of India Inc to deliberate on…
Haryana job quota will ‘spell disaster’ for industrial development: FICCI
Further, the industry body said it believes that this move is against the spirit of the Constitution that gives the citizens of India the freedom to work anywhere in the country
First export consignments of ‘red rice’ from Assam to the USA flagged off
During the April – January period of 2020-21, the shipment of non-Basmati rice witnessed an impressive spike.
PM to receive the CERAWeek Global Energy and Environment Leadership Award and deliver keynote address at the CERAWeek 2021 on 5th March
PM Modi will receive the award at CERAWeek Conference in March where he will deliver the keynote address. It is a gathering of energy industry leaders, experts, government officials etc.
Sputnik V could be India’s 3rd Covid vax: Experts
Sputnik V has demonstrated an efficacy rate of 91.6 per cent in the interim analysis of the Phase 3 clinical trials, which included data on 19,866 volunteers in Russia, who received both the first and second dose of the vaccine.
Lexus India launches limited-edition LC 500h at Rs 2.15 Cr
It is powered by a naturally aspirated V6 engine pumping out 264 kW brake horsepower and 350 Nm of torque.
China has mobilised conventional and cyber forces to threaten India: Rahul Gandhi
New Delhi, Mar 3 : Congress leader Rahul Gandhi on Wednesday said that China had mobilised its conventional…
‘Emergency’ was a mistake, admits Rahul Gandhi
"The RSS is doing something fundamentally different. They are filling institutions with their people. Even if we defeat the BJP in the elections, we are not going to get rid of their people in the institutional structure," Rahul Gandhi said.
‘Heropanti 2’ release date announced on Tiger Shroff’s birthday
Choreographer-director Ahmed Khan will direct the film. He has earlier directed Tiger Shroff in films like 'Baaghi 2' and 'Baaghi 3'.
Unemployment high in India due to govt’s “ill considered demonetisation decision”: Manmohan Singh
Inaugurating a development summit virtually organised by the Rajiv Gandhi Institute of Development Studies, an economic think tank aligned to the Congress ideology in poll-bound Kerala, Singh said temporary measures by the Government of India and the Reserve Bank to paper over the credit problem cannot blind us to the looming credit crisis ahead that could affect the small and medium sector.
BJP talks of implementing CAA everywhere but goes mum on it in Assam: Priyanka Gandhi
Assam witnessed violent protests against the Citizenship Amendment Act in 2019 and some people reportedly also lost their lives in the protests. The protestors saw the law as a threat to their cultural identity and livelihood.
CICSE to conduct class 10 examinations from May 5, class 12 from April 9
CICSE board to conduct class 10 exams from May 5, class 12 exams from April 9, informed CICSE…
We have defeated a much more powerful enemy than Narendra Modi: Rahul Gandhi
Rahul Gandhi said the Central government’s whole game is to steal the money of the ordinary people, including that of the farmers, with initiatives like farm laws, and give it away to the big corporates.
Covid surge in India as 16K new cases reported in last 24 hrs
The Ministry of Health and Family Welfare said that there were 138 more deaths taking the overall toll to 1,56,705.
West Bengal Assembly election 2021 to be held in eight phases from March 27, result on May 2
Polls are to be held for 294 seats in West Bengal, 234 seats in Tamil Nadu, 140 seats in Kerala, 126 seats in Assam and 30 seats in Puducherry.
Senior citizens, persons above 45 with comorbidities to get COVID-19 vaccine from next month
The central government will rope in 10,000 government and 20,000 private clinics for vaccination commencing from 1 March
Ayurvedic Doctors Trained To Perform Surgery, No Term Like ‘Mixopathy’: AYUSH Ministry
Union AYUSH Minister Shripad Naik said the Indian system of medicine has been forwarded to people of the country for centuries and its formula has not changed since then.
NSEL Crisis: Chidambaram represents ‘Not Fit and Proper’ brokers in SC
After the incriminating report by the EOW Mumbai and the complaint filed by NSEL, the SEBI had found top five NSEL brokers guilty of malpractices in the Rs 5,600 crore NSEL payment default crisis.
India committed to enhancing capabilities in defence manufacturing: PM
New Delhi, Feb 22 : India had an age-old experience in making arms and military equipment but after…
‘Fuel Prices Are At An Historic, Unsustainable High’: Sonia Gandhi Writes To PM Modi
Hitting out at the Centre over rising fuel prices, Congress chief Sonia Gandhi alleged that the government was blaming the previous regimes for its economic ‘mismanagement’
Covid cases continue to rise in India for 5th consecutive day
As per the Ministry’s data, there are 1,45,634 active cases at present after 11,667 patients were discharged in a day. Till now, 1,06,89,715 persons have been discharged so far.
Did external influences increase in Indian politics after Congress split of 1969 – Comment
And now that world order, unrecognizably smudged during the Trump years, is reshaping itself with Biden’s inauguration, what lies in store for Indian politics which was fractured in two during Badshah Khan’s 1969 visit?
Not close to herd immunity yet, threat of 2nd wave still lingers: Experts
Scientists and doctors have unequivocally emphasised on maintaining Covid appropriate behaviour and urged people not to drop their guard against the virus, as the pandemic is far from getting over.
Israeli study finds Pfizer vaccine 85% effective after first shot
Pfizer has said alternative dosing regimens of the vaccine have not been evaluated yet and that the decision resided with the health authorities.
China admits 4 soldiers killed in Galwan clash with India, reveals their names
India and China witnessed a prolonged border row that erupted in May last year and after their troops clashed in June in Ladakh’s Galwan Valley.
‘India not short of ideas, needs mentors’: PM Modi on developing tier 2 cities
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday said that India has lot of potential which needs to be utilised…
Adani Ports acquires Dighi Port, earmarks Rs 10K cr for new gateway into Maharashtra
These investments will contribute to employment generation and socio-economic development of the port’s hinterland, the company statement said.
Discussing curbs on passengers from South Africa, Brazil: Health Ministry
New Delhi, Feb 16 : In view of five cases of Covid-19 caused by mutant variants emerging in…
South African, Brazilian variants of Covid-19 have entered India: Govt
The Brazilian variant has been reported from 15 countries. India registered its first case in February 2021, Dr Bhargava said.
Country is in the grip of dictatorship, says writer Ramachandra Guha
As today it might be a case Disha or other activists, but there is no guarantee that it can not happen to others," he said
For 1st time, India facing two front war-like situations from Pak, China: AK Antony
New Delhi, Feb 14 : “For the 1st time, India is facing two front war-like situation- one from…
Judiciary ramshackled, going to court is useless: Ex-CJI Ranjan Gogoi
Without naming Moitra, Gogoi said that the 'lady politician' did not have her facts right as he did not decide the case against him.
India has to be self-reliant: Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla
On the occasion, people working in various fields and researchers doing research on Pandit Deendayal Upadhyaya were honoured and given souvenirs.
6.1 Earthquake In Amritsar, Tremors For Many Seconds Across North India
A powerful earthquake of magnitude 6.1 struck near Amritsar on Friday with tremors felt as far as Delhi,…
Defence Minister’s statement misleading, no assurance on Chinese withdrawal from India’s territory: Congress
‘Modi government and Defence Minister Rajnath Singh refuse to give an unequivocal assurance for restoration of status quo ante as on April, 2020 by the Chinese,’ Randeep Singh Surjewala said
Custodial Torture Leading To Death Of Person Not Acceptable In Civilised Society: SC
Custodial violence which lead to the death of a person is "abhorrent" and “not acceptable in the civilized society”, the Supreme Court on Thursday said, while refusing to compound the offence of two policemen, accused of assaulting a man, who later succumbed to injuries in 1988 in Odisha.
‘Cannot be bullied and silenced’: Mahua Moitra hits back after BJP MPs move privilege notice against her
TMC MP Mahua Moitra has been critical of the government’s policies and has been one of the most vocal speakers in the House.
‘We walked out of Lok Sabha because…’: Adhir Ranjan Chowdhury explains Congress’ decision
"206 farmers have died during the ongoing protest, but our Prime Minister is not ready to say anything on the matter," Chowdhury added.
Ruckus in LS as Trinamool’s Mahua Moitra attacks ex-CJI
The 45-year-old MP from West Bengal's Krishna Nagar made the reference to the former Chief Justice against whom a case was registered based on am allegation.
PM’s reply in discussion on Motion of Thanks had no substance: Congress
Also write that the private companies cannot buy the farmers produce below the MSP. Farmers cannot trust Prime Minister's speech because they know difference between law and lofty speeches."
‘Uttarakhand disaster may be due to water pocket burst’
The report shows that temperatures are rising in the Hindu-Kush Himalayan (HKH) region and the rise in global temperature will have more impact in the Himalayan region due to elevation-dependent warming.
Rahul Gandhi to visit Rajasthan to support farmers’ protests
Rahul has been vocal on the farmers’ issue and has criticised the government several times.
BJP’s worries rising due to prolonged farmer protest
The BJP is alert about the impact of these laws. It knows that the farmers' protest can have an impact not only on the panchayat elections, but also in the state Assembly elections. BJP has prepared its own team to deal with the protest.
Salaries of those refusing Covid shots may be held back: Odisha
The second phase of Covid-19 vaccination will begin in the state from February 6.
Pfizer’s Covid vaccine not allowed yet for emergency use in India
Meanwhile, Pfizer has issued a statement, saying that it has withdrawn its application for now and would re-apply with the additional data in hand sought by the SEC.
India’s foreign exchange reserves swell by over $4.8 billion
On a weekly basis, FCAs, the largest component of the forex reserves, edged higher by $5.026 billion to $547.218 billion.
Population exposed to Covid could be thrice the tally: ICMR
The third serosurvey was conducted in the same 700 villages or wards in 70 districts in 21 states selected during the first and second rounds of the national serosurvey.
Opinion: India must host a global Lemonade Party
Here is where India and Prime Minister Narendra Modi can and must play a generational role. India must refresh its storied wisdom and play the role of an honest broker, a Vishwa-Moderator, and earn global respect as a Vishwa-Guru.
Katrina Kaif speaks fashion
New Delhi, Feb 3 : Actress Katrina Kaif says she endorse only those brands that are relevant to…
70 ‘missing’ persons found in Delhi jails: Punjab CM
Punjab Chief Minister Amarinder Singh on Tuesday said a total of 89 persons from the state were reported…
Rahul Dravid told me don’t bat a lot in the nets: Ajinkya Rahane
Rahane was captain of the Indian team for the second, third, and fourth Tests of the Australia tour.
Budget allocates multi-crore infrastructure projects in poll-bound states for 2021
The finance minister announced a number of mega projects for West Bengal, Tamil Nadu and Kerala where BJP hopes to make significant electoral gains.
Budget a letdown like never before, says Chidambaram
Rs 2.50 on petrol per litre and Rs 4.00 on diesel per litre is a cruel blow to the average citizen, including the farmers.
100% visionless, Budget theme sell India: TMC
"India's first paperless budget is also a 100% visionless budget. Theme of the fake budget is Sell India!" TMC spokesperson Derek O'Brien said. "Railways: sold, Airports: sold, Ports: sold, Insurance: sold PSUs: 23 sold!"
Govt to hike FDI cap in insurance sector to 74 pc
It was in 2015 when the government hiked the FDI cap in the insurance sector from 26 per cent to 49 per cent.
Union Budget: Rs 4.78 lakh crore allocated for defence
The total revenue expenditure, which includes expenses on payment of salaries and maintenance of establishments, has been pegged at Rs 3.37 lakh crore.
Tension, apprehension loom over Singhu following violence
On Friday, violence erupted at the Singhu protest site after over 500 persons claiming to be locals pelted a farmers’ camp with stones, leading to a clash between them and the agitating farmers.
Blast near Israel embassy in Delhi may be ‘trial of bigger conspiracy’: Report
Delhi Police recovered an envelope addressed to the Israeli Ambassador from the blast site.
Pakistan pushing weapons, heroin amid farmers’ agitation, cautions Punjab CM
Captain Amarinder Singh said that there has been an increase in weapons coming from Pakistan since October when the farmers began their agitation against the three farm laws.
NSUI launches ‘Rozgar do ya degree wapas lo’ campaign
The National Students Union of India (NSUI) on Saturday launched the 'Naukri Do Ya Degree Wapas Lo' (Give employment or take back degrees) campaign against the Central government.
How threat to Israel Embassy magnified from ‘mischief’ to grave alarm
Israeli diplomats were attacked in 2012 on February 13, when a bomb exploded in a car in New Delhi.
Rahul Gandhi questions Amit Shah on Red Fort violence
My concern is that this situation will spread. But, we don't need that, we need a solution,” said Rahul Gandhi during a press conference on January 29.
BJP destroying country build by Gandhi, Nehru: Congress
The BJP is destroying the country that was built by Mahatma Gandhi and Jawaharlal Nehru, the President of the All India Mahila Congress, Sushmita Dev, said here on Friday while addressing a gathering organised by her party demanding the withdrawal of all the three Central farm laws.
President mentions Covid, Galwan, Republic Day chaos in address to Parliament
Mentioning the farmers' agitation over the three contentious farm laws, the President said Parliament approved these important farm reforms seven months ago.
Remarks against top court ‘growing’ and everybody joining: Supreme Court
Justice Bhushan replied that court agrees with his submission, but this is growing and everyone is dong it now.
‘Will not leave protesting site’: Rakesh Tikait on UP govt’s order to vacate Ghazipur Border
Ghazipur Border, Jan 29 : A notice has been served to farmers under Section 133 of Conditional Order…
Every single industry being controlled by 2-3 people: Rahul Gandhi
Congress leader Rahul Gandhi visited his north Kerala parliamentary constituency Wayanad on January 28. While interacting with representatives…
West Bengal assembly passes resolution against farm laws
Speaking about this decision of the West Bengal assembly, Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee said that the Centre's 3 contentious farm laws are against farmers.
Congress seeks cash transfers, reduced GST in Budget
The party said the government should increase government capital expenditure and encourage public sector banks to lend without fear of investigative agencies probing every loan.
Nation In Grip Of Corporates: Rahul Gandhi
Gandhi said the farmers of the country have still not got a clear picture on the farm laws and the agitation could flare up again.
PM Modi pays tributes to Lala Lajpat Rai on his Jayanti
The Prime Minister, Narendra Modi has paid tributes to Lala Lajpat Rai ji on his Jayanti.
India has successfully contained Covid pandemic: Harsh Vardhan
“India has flattened its COVID19 graph- 146 districts have no new cases since last 7 days, 18 districts since 14 days, 6 districts since 21 days and 21 districts since the last 28 days”
Relationship with Amethi not political: Priyanka Gandhi
She also said that the Congress supports and stands with the farmers and the weaker sections of the society.
A Timeline: How things turned violent in Delhi on Republic Day
Thousands of farmers from Punjab, Haryana and western Uttar Pradesh have been camping at the several borders of the national capital since November 26 last year demanding the repealing of the three farm laws.
West Bengal one of the most dynamic states of India: Moroccan Ambassador
Kolkata, Jan 25 : Mohamed Maliki, Morocco’s Ambassador to India, shared the vision behind opening an Honorary Consulate…
India says troops had ‘minor’ border face-off with China in Sikkim
The incident in Sikkim came amid the prolonged military standoff between the two sides in eastern Ladakh that erupted on May 5.
Republic Day parade: Preparations underway at Tikri border
Delhi Police and farmers’ union have mutually agreed on 3 routes for the rally.
Why Chinese involvement in financial frauds in India is alarming
G.K. Goswami Inspector General ATS said Xu Xunfu’s business visa had expired in July 2020, while Li Teng Li’s tourist visa expired in September 2020.
India, China hold 16-hours long talks
India and China held 16 hours-long marathon military dialogue to resolve an ongoing border dispute and thinning of…
Microsoft brings Surface Laptop Go to India
Microsoft on Thursday announced the Surface Laptop Go will be available in India from January 22 via commercial…
I’m a clean person, not scared of PM Modi: Rahul Gandhi
The Congress leader said that the farmers of Punjab and Haryana are fighting on behalf of 65 crore farmers of the country.
Leaking national secret to journalist is a criminal act: Rahul Gandhi
New Delhi, Jan 19 : Former Congress chief Rahul Gandhi on Tuesday said that leaking sensitive information related…
Pujara is the team’s warrior: Shastri
Shastri said that the team is not interested in any debates. “I think let the boys enjoy it. Debates can carry on. Not interested in any debates,” added Shastri.
No more food subsidy at Parliament canteen: LS Speaker
Sources said that the savings could add up to almost Rs 17 crore annually with the removal of subsidised food at the Parliament canteen.
Azim Premji and Dr Devi Shetty chosen for PCB awards
Besides them 25 senior journalists have been selected for the 'Press Club Annual Awards', a release said.
Downfall of the BJP govt has started with the farmers protest: Kisan Congress VP
Hitting out at the BJP government, he said that after coming to power in 2014 the government has started to distribute the certificate of fake nationalism.
Don’t deny the right of farmers’ to hold march: Akali Dal
The party called upon the government to withdraw all the notices issued to farmers and farmer leaders by the NIA.
Parliamentary panel summons Facebook, Twitter officials on Jan 21
Earlier, the committee had summoned Facebook’s India head Ajit Mohan over the issue of political bias on the social media platform.
Farmers will not be cowed down by NIA notices: Congress
"These puppet agencies -- the NIA, the CBI, the ED, the Income Tax (department) -- are frontal organisations of the BJP and not the statutory bodies that they are supposed to be," alleged.
Aatmanirbhar Bharat: Tribal Affairs Ministry to ink 2 MoUs with KVIC
A Tribal Affairs Ministry source related to development said that the two MoUs will be signed later this week.
If vaccine is reliable, why no govt functionary took shot: Manish Tewari
"While Covishield has not drawn ire of eminent medical experts, the Covaxin has been questioned, and by not allowing people to choose the vaccine that to take it militates the doctrine of informed consent that lies at the heart of medical ethics," he added
Govt should admit its mistake on farm laws: Chidambaram
The ninth round of talks between the government and the agitating farmers ended inconclusively on Friday and the next round of meeting has been scheduled for January 19.
Covid Vaccine will work like ‘Sanjeevani’: Harsh Vardhan
Harsh Vardhan's remarks came after the Prime Minister virtually launched the vaccination drive across the country issuing warning to people to avoid rumours and follow his fresh slogan "Ab dawai bhi, kadai bhi" (now medicine as well as rigour).
Governments can come and go but cultural nationalism is here to stay
The issue did not receive much traction because of Nehru’s leadership but all this changed in next 50 years especially after Balasaheb Deoras became the RSS chief.
Supreme Court to take up pleas connected to farm laws on Jan 18
The Supreme Court is likely to hear on Monday the pleas challenging the three farm laws and also the pleas seeking the removal of farmers camping at various Delhi borders.
Govt hopeful of resolving deadlock with farmers in next meeting, says Tomar
Tomar said that he has no problem with the fact that the unions want to continue dialogue with only the government, but also said the SC-appointed panel will also continue its work.
Won’t go to SC-appointed committee, talks with govt to continue: Tikait
Harpal Singh Sangha, Azad Kissan Committee, told reporters, "Not even a single issue was resolved in today's talk as well. The Centre said it will talk about MSP later on."
Ninth round of govt-farmer talks concludes, next meeting on Jan 19
The ninth round of talks between Centre and representative of farmer unions protesting on Delhi borders against the…
Narendra Modi does not respect the farmers: Rahul Gandhi
Congress demonstrating against farm laws at Jantar Mantar
India reports 16,946 new Covid-19 cases, continues low streak
New Delhi, Jan 14 : With 16,946 new coronavirus infections reported in the last 24 hours, India on…
Govt misled apex court on farmers’ issue: Congress
The Congress alleged that these “evil laws” were rammed down the throat of the Parliament and all discussions, analysis and interactions were guillotined in the temple of democracy.
Political dynasts weakening democracy: PM
Modi said that politics of nepotism was nearing its end, adding that it hadn’t ended completely though. “Those who have corruption as part of their legacy now are not able to come out of that burden.”
Covid-19 can result in balance sheet impairments, maintaining banking sector’s health policy priority, says RBI Governor
Reserve Bank of India (RBI) governor Shaktikanta Das on Monday released the Financial Stability Report 2021 which highlighted…
India releases Chinese soldier apprehended for crossing disputed border
New Delhi, Jan 11 : Indian authorities on Monday released a soldier of China’s People’s Liberation Army (PLA),…
Minimum temperature to fall 3-4 degree over NW India
The Met Department also confirmed that there will be “no significant change in minimum temperatures over rest parts of the country during next 3-4 days”.
Rabbi Shergill, Swara Bhasker, Noor Chahal show solidarity at farmers’ protest
I went there and could sense the determination in the air,” Swara told
Rupee Effect: Stable currency retains FIIs’ interest in India
It is a well-established fact that FIIs’ money has powered the recent rally in India’s stock markets.
No breakthrough in govt-farmers talks, next meeting on Jan 15
Farmer leader Gurbaksa Singh Barnala said that the farmers will intensify the stir and enter Delhi on Republic Day if their demands are not met. "There is no way forward but to repeal the three laws," he said.
Priyanka Gandhi meets MPs sitting on protest at Jantar Mantar
The MPs -- Ravneet Singh Bittu, Jasbir Singh Dimpa and others -- have been protesting at Jantar Mantar since December 7. Many Congress leaders, including Shashi Tharoor and Salman Khurshid have joined their protest to show solidarity with them.
Ex-serviceman held in UP on charge of spying for Pakistan
The Lucknow MI Unit, UP ATS and central intelligence agencies are jointly examining further leads in the case, the sources added.
Rahul Gandhi urge people to join ‘Speak Up for Farmers’ campaign
The farmers have been demanding the repealing of the three farm laws and guarantee of the minimum support price (MSP) for their produce.
Farmer Protest: Ready to consider any proposal except withdrawal of laws, says Tomar
At the same time, Minister of State for Agriculture Kailash Chaudhary said that the new agricultural laws give freedom to the farmers and the government is hopeful of ending the existing deadlock as soon as possible.
Air India Express deploys robotic technology to disinfect aircraft
New Delhi: Air India Express on Thursday said that it has become India’s first airline to introduce robotic…
There is absolutely no improvement, says CJI Bobde on Farmers’ protest
The farmers' protest against the three farm laws has been going on for more than a month.
Cancellation of UK PM’s Republic Day Visit Our Victory, Govt’s ‘Defeat’: Farmer Unions
Farmer unions protesting against the three new agri laws Wednesday claimed the cancellation of British Prime Minister Boris…
Spectrum auctions to start on March 1
The Union Cabinet had last month approved the next spectrum auction of a total of 2251.25 MHz.
Congress announces new Rajasthan team
Rajasthan in charge Ajay Maken had announced the new team would be known by December 31, but dissatisfaction between the Gehlot and Pilot camps led to the delay.
Why Rahul Gandhi’s personal foreign visits are under scrutiny?
New Delhi, Jan 6 : Rahul Gandhi is only a Congress MP and does not hold any party…
SC to lawyer: Where did you learn voting is fundamental right, denies plea against EVMs
The plea had argued that EVMs can be hacked and is a threat that has been shown not only in India, but in many other countries which is why a number of them have banned the voting machines.