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The customary exchange of sweets between the BSF and Pakistan Rangers along the international border did not take place on Monday on the occasion of Eid al-Adha, officials said. (Representational Image/ ANI)

No exchange of sweets between BSF, Pak Rangers at Attari-Wagah Border

They said the Pakistani side did not respond to Border Security Forces' move to exchange sweets and greetings.

12 Aug 2019 1:37 PM

The authorities had on Sunday said people will be allowed to visit neighbourhood mosques to offer prayers. (Photo: AP)

Eid al-Adha prayers in Kashmir concluded without any violence: J&K Police

'#Eid #prayers concluded #peacefully in various parts of the #valley. No untoward incident reported so far,' J&K Police said in a tweet.

12 Aug 2019 1:23 PM

Tharoor and Jaitley had debates in parliament on various issues and they both displayed grace in their respective conducts. (Photo: File)

Tharoor wishes Jaitley well, looks forward to 'cross political swords' with him

Jaitley has been admitted to AIIMS, New Delhi for last three days after he complained of difficulty in breathing.

12 Aug 2019 12:58 PM

CRPF soldier Jitendra Kumar went into coma five years ago after he was caught in a Maoist-triggered IED blast in Chhattisgarh, but his boss and CRPF DIG Yogyan Singh didn't lose hope all this while, believing he would recover someday and 'we would then send him to his home in Bihar'. (Representational Image)

CRPF soldier injured in Maoist attack dies after 5 years in coma

5 CRPF troops were killed along with 2 civilians in blast by Maoists targeting forces returning after poll duty in the Maoist-hotbed.

12 Aug 2019 12:42 PM

Pandey alleged to have been stopped by police when he stepped out to buy bread around 1:30 pm. (Photo: File)

Magsaysay winner claims to have been house arrested over Article 370 dharna

The charge was denied by the Uttar Pradesh police stating that no policeman went to Pandey’s residence to prevent him from leaving his home.

12 Aug 2019 12:31 PM

Prakash, however, expressed hope that abrogation of Article 370 would bring peace and help foster integration and economic development in the Kashmir Valley. (Photo: Twitter)

Talking about temples, mosques will waste our time: Ex-Navy Chief

'China talking about artificial intelligence, robotics. And if we are wasting time talking about temples and mosques,' he said.

12 Aug 2019 11:54 AM

NDTV reported sources to have said that unsecured loans to the tune of Rs 370 crore have also been founded. (Photo: ANI)

Bungalow, foreign funds seized by IT department in probe against Kamal Nath's nephew

Ratul Puri is under investigation by the Enforcement Directorate on charges of Money Laundering in the AgustaWestland VVIP chopper case.

12 Aug 2019 11:26 AM

The show, Man vs Wild, will be premiered on August 12 and will be showcased in more than 180 countries across the world on Discovery network channels. (Photo: ANI)

Taking cue from PM, Tourism ministry makes wildlife theme for Incredible India

Incredible India is the international campaign launched by the government in 2002 to promote tourism.

12 Aug 2019 10:51 AM

Babita’s father Mahabir Phogat said, 'I and Babita are in the way and heading towards Delhi.' (Photo: File)

Wrestler Babita Phogat, Mahavir Phogat join BJP today

According to the Phogat family, Babita had resigned from inspector of Haryana police.

12 Aug 2019 10:37 AM

A performance by famous singer Mika Singh and his troupe at the wedding of a Pakistan-based billionaire's daughter, apparently close to former Pakistan President General Pervez Musharaff, has caused a furore in the country. (Photo: Twitter/ @MikaSingh)

Amid India-Pak tension, Mika Singh's performance at Karachi wedding sparks outrage

Mika Singh apparently charged 150,000 dollar for his performance.

12 Aug 2019 10:03 AM

Meanwhile, all schools and colleges -- government and private -- in affected flood-hit districts will remain closed till August 15. (Photo: ANI)

40 dead, 14 missing in flood-hit Karnataka since August 1

The state disaster monitoring centre has also said that 5,81,702 people have been evacuated from the flood-hit areas.

12 Aug 2019 9:56 AM

Naidu said he was in tears the day he was named for the Vice President's post for the simple reason that he would not be able to visit the BJP office or talk to the party workers. (Photo: File)

'Never wanted to be Vice President,' says Venkaiah Naidu

Naidu said the party had given him everything, except Prime Ministership, for which he was 'not suitable'.

12 Aug 2019 9:31 AM

The holy festival of sacrifice, which falls on the 10th day of Dhu al-Hijjah as per the Islamic lunar calendar will be celebrated on Monday. (Photo: AP | File)

'Spirit of peace, happiness in society': Prez, PM wishes nation on Eid al-Adha

Bakra Eid or Bakrid is marked by sacrificing an animal that is close to them to prove their devotion and love for Allah.

12 Aug 2019 9:17 AM

'Delivery partners are unequivocally made to understand the practical nature of the job as they choose to enter the workforce,' said spokesperson of Zomato in a statement. (Photo: FIle)

India is diverse; impossible to factor veg, non-veg into delivery logistics: Zomato

Zomato's statement came after its executives went on an indefinite strike protesting against delivering beef and pork.

12 Aug 2019 9:03 AM

Reacting to his statement, Singh said the Centre needs to act 'thoughtfully' or else 'Kashmir will slip out of our hands'. (Photo: File)

'Chouhan not even dust of Nehru's feet': Diggy slams former CM over Kashmir issue

Chouhan alleged Nehru had committed a 'sin' by introducing Article 370, which accorded special status to Jammu and Kashmir.

12 Aug 2019 8:44 AM

According to sources, police was seen making announcements and asking people to return to their home and shopkeepers were asked to shut their shops. (Photo: AP)

Restrictions reimposed, strict security across Kashmir for Eid

There was, however, no official confirmation on the restrictions being reimposed in the city.

12 Aug 2019 8:20 AM

Siddaramaiah slammed Yediyurappa by saying the dedication he had shown to topple the coalition government of Congress and the JD(S) was missing with respect to forming the government. (Photo: File)

'Yeddy performing mono acting, it’s one-man show,' says Siddaramaiah

Siddaramaiah said, 'A CM cannot be called council of ministers. Cabinet means the council of ministers, not just CM.'

12 Aug 2019 8:19 AM

An employee of the Delhi Metro Rail Corporation allegedly committed suicide on Sunday by hanging himself in his rented house here and streamed the act live on Facebook, police said. (Representational Image)

Delhi Metro employee kisses ID card twice, hangs himself; streams live on Facebook

The Facebook live stream purportedly showed him climbing atop a cooler, wearing the DMRC uniform.

12 Aug 2019 7:55 AM

Rahul Gandhi and Congress leaders also distributed relief material to the people at a relief camp in Wayanad's Kaithapoyil. (Photo: Twitter/ ANI)

Rahul calls PM, urges support for his flood-hit Kerala constituency

As many as 76 people have died as to flood hit in Kerala while 58 have been reported missing in landslides.

12 Aug 2019 7:44 AM

An aerial view of flood-hit areas of Cochin International Airport in Kerala on Friday. (Photo: PTI)

Flood-hit Kerala will see all faiths celebrating Id together in camps

Not only in Thiruthiyad, but all the relief camps in the Malabar region are on with special Id celebration programmes.

12 Aug 2019 5:20 AM

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