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Delhi chief minister Arvind Kejriwal held a high-level meeting with chief secretary Anshu Prakash, other senior IAS officers to enquire about the status of the proposed advertisement. (Photo: File/PTI)

Kejriwal govt's anniversary ad stuck over phrase on ‘unseen forces’

The AAP government completes three years in office on February 14.

13 Feb 2018 10:59 AM

Mopping operation is underway at Srinagar's Karan Nagar after both the terrorists were gunned down on Tuesday. (Photo: PTI)

J&K: 2 LeT terrorists killed in Karan Nagar encounter, mopping ops on

After an overnight lull, encounter between security forces and terrorists hiding in a building in Srinagar's Karan Nagar resumed on Tuesday.

13 Feb 2018 10:54 AM

The Grand Alliance collapsed in July 2017 after Nitish Kumar resigned over graft charge against his then deputy, Tejashwi Yadav. (Photo: File/PTI)

Knew from very beginning Grand Alliance will not last, says Nitish Kumar

In response, RJD leader Tejashwi Yadav said, 'Tejashwi was just an excuse. Paltu chacha had vicious plans beforehand.’

13 Feb 2018 10:35 AM

The driver of the SUV reportedly lost his control and hit the accelerator instead of the brake, leaving several injured. (Photo: File/Representational)

C’garh: 25 injured as groom’s car hits his own wedding procession

Nine people are said to be critical and have been admitted in hospital after the SUV carrying the groom hit the crowd, according to NDTV.

13 Feb 2018 10:26 AM

Goa Agriculture Minister Vijai Sardesai said it would be better to close down the mining industry than it being handled by people from outside the state. (Photo: PTI)

‘Gangs of Wasseypur-like situation’ to arise if ‘outsiders’ control mining: Goa min

The Supreme Court had, on February 7, cancelled the second renewal of iron ore mining leases given to 88 companies in Goa in 2015.

13 Feb 2018 9:37 AM

The BJP dubbed it a 'flippant message' produced by a 'B- grade video production house'. (Photo: PTI)

Cong posts video calling Modi misogynist, called back ‘B-grade production house’

'Misogyny runs deep within the BJP and PM Modi’s statements are a classic example of this deplorable mindset,' posted on Congress' Twitter.

13 Feb 2018 9:10 AM

The Yatra is designed to revive the Ram temple movement in time for the next Lok Sabha elections.( Photo: File)

‘Rath Yatra’ to be launched from Ayodhya today, will pass through 6 states

The rally is expected to pass through 6 states over the next two months and will end in Tamil Nadu's Rameswaram.

13 Feb 2018 8:51 AM

Speaking to reporters earlier at Shahpur in Yadgir district, Gandhi on Monday defended his visits to temples and religious places, asserting that he would continue them. (Photo: File)

BJP slams Rahul Gandhi for visiting temple after ‘eating chicken’

In 2017, CM Siddaramaiah was involved in a controversy for eating fish at lunch before going to the Lord Manjunatha Swamy temple.

13 Feb 2018 8:06 AM

Aiming to boost its “Make In India” campaign, the NDA regime has extended this 150 days relaxed limit to the leather and footwear sector also.

Modi govt tries to give fresh impetus to job creation

To bring into effect this relaxation in the footwear sector, Section 80JJAA of the Income-Tax Act will be amended.

13 Feb 2018 6:29 AM

Former Maldivian President Mohamed Nasheed (Photo: AP)

China slams Maldives ex-President for false claims

In what is being seen as a veiled message to India, China described the situation in the archipelago nation as the “internal affairs” of that country.

13 Feb 2018 6:14 AM

Refusing to give any timeframe, security sources, however, indicated that a final solution to the Naga political problem was a matter of few months only. (Representational Image)

NSCN(IM), Naga groups not to interfere in polls

About the elections, security sources clarified that the ongoing peace process was not linked to the elections.

13 Feb 2018 4:55 AM

Security personnel during a gunbattle with militants near a CRPF camp in Srinagar. (Photo: PTI)

Terror hit on Srinagar CRPF camp foiled, gunbattle on

Jawan killed; second attack in 3 days on security forces in J&K.

13 Feb 2018 4:41 AM

Supreme Court of India (Photo: Asian Age)

Supreme Court frowns over convicts heading political parties

At present, the EC has the power only to recognise a political party but not to de-recognise it.

13 Feb 2018 2:01 AM

RSS chief faces storm over remark on Army

BJP leaders, ministers rush to defend Bhagwat as Rahul, others seek apology.

13 Feb 2018 1:47 AM

Former Bihar chief minister and Hindustani Awam Morcha (HAM) president Jitan Ram Manjhi

Jitan Ram Manjhi to take ‘key decisions’ during party rally on April 8

According to Manjhi, he has already raised the issue with senior BJP leaders and may also discuss it with party president Amit Shah soon.

13 Feb 2018 1:38 AM

Rajasthan Chief Minister Vasundhara Raje. (Photo: PTI)

Bypoll loss sparks protests against Vasundhara Raje

When contacted to verify authenticity of the audio clip, Ahuja refused to comment.

13 Feb 2018 1:32 AM

Patidar Anamat Andolan Samiti (PAAS) leader Hardik Patel. (Photo: File)

Congress to send Hardik Patel to counter BJP in MP

State BJP president Nand Kumar Chouhan however ruled out the possibility of the trio making any impact in MP.

13 Feb 2018 1:25 AM

Pakistan warns India against border strikes

Pakistan-based group for an attack on an Army camp in which soldiers and their families were targeted.

13 Feb 2018 1:22 AM

The decision has been taken in wake of the terror attack at an Army camp in Sunjwan area of Jammu early Saturday morning. (Photo: PTI)

Better security for military camps in Jammu and Kashmir

These issues were discussed in detail during a high level meeting chaired by home minister Rajnath Singh in the capital on Monday.

13 Feb 2018 1:14 AM

Meanwhile, the police said that one of the two persons killed in a road accident in north-western district of Baramulla earlier during the day on Monday was a militant. (Photo: File/Representational)

Separatist leader shot dead in Budgam district

The police said that the other person is also believed to a militant but his identity is being ascertained.

13 Feb 2018 1:00 AM

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