India, All india, 16th Nov 2017, News & Stories from India

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Air Chief Marshal Birender Singh Dhanoa said the Rafale deal is not overpriced. (Photo: ANI)

Rafale deal neither overpriced nor controversial: Air Force Chief Dhanoa

The IAF chief's statement comes days after Congress party said that a 'huge scam' was brewing in the Centre over the deal.

16 Nov 2017 9:33 PM

Union Minister Ravi Shankar Prasad said, 'If any consumer feels that the benefit of tax rate cut is not being passed on, then he can complaint to the National Anti-Profiteering Authority.' (Photo: Twitter)

Cabinet takes care of customers' benefit, passes GST anti-profiteering authority

Union minister Ravi Shankar Prasad said the National Anti-Profiteering Authority is an assurance to consumers of India.

16 Nov 2017 9:15 PM

BJP Chief Amit Shah Prime Minister Narendra Modi's popularity rises unabated across the length and breadth of the country and across demographic groups. (Photo: PTI)

Modi's popularity 'rises unabated', says BJP chief Amit Shah

BJP chief said after Modi govt came to power, people's trust in govt, democracy, confidence that nation is in right direction has gone up.

16 Nov 2017 9:08 PM

To emphasise the security forces' commitment to give a chance to local militants to join their families, the surrendered militants Shams-ul-Wiqar and Bilal Sheikh were brought before the media. (Photo: ANI)

Operation Kund humane, ensures to save surrendered militants: IGP Kashmir

Three militants, Atta Mohammad Malik, Shams-ul-Wiqar and Bilal Sheikh, have been captured alive, said J&K Police.

16 Nov 2017 6:14 PM

BJP leader Shiv Kumar was in his Toyota Fortuner car when the bikers rode up and fired shots at the car. (Representational image)

Bike-borne attackers shoot BJP leader Shiv Kumar, guard dead in Greater Noida

BJP leader Shiv Kumar and his security guard were shot dead by bike-borne attackers in Greater Noida.

16 Nov 2017 5:42 PM

A bench headed by Chief Justice Dipak Misra said freedom of speech and expression is sacrosanct and it should not be ordinarily interfered with. (Photo: PTI/File)

Won't stay Kejriwal's film, freedom of speech can't be interfered with: SC

The counsel claimed that the movie has tarnished the image of the petitioner and the court should direct filmmakers to put a disclaimer.

16 Nov 2017 4:16 PM

The period drama, starring Deepika Padukone, Ranveer Singh and Shahid Kapoor, has been facing protests from various groups for allegedly tampering with historical facts.

Padmavati row: Will sever Deepika's nose, warns Karni Sena

The Karni Sena had earlier demolished the sets of 'Padmavati' in Jaipur and also thrashed filmmaker Sanjay Leela Bhansali.

16 Nov 2017 3:48 PM

The Art of Living founder reached Ayodhya earlier on Thursday amidst high security. (Photo: PTI)

Ram Temple mediation: Too early to arrive at conclusion, says Sri Sri Ravi Shankar

The issue grabbed headlines when Sri Sri Ravi Shankar said he would open talks with stakeholders in Ram Janmabhoomi-Babri Masjid dispute.

16 Nov 2017 3:25 PM

Speaking to reporters after the meeting of the newly formed All India Unorganised Workers Congress (AIUWC), Congress vice president Rahul Gandhi said why Prime Minister Narendra Modi is not questioned for changing the entire Rafale deal to help a businessman. (Photo: AP/File)

PM changed 'entire deal' to benefit a businessman: Rahul on Rafale aircraft pact

Rahul asked why no questions were posed to PM on Amit Shah's son, whose company Cong has alleged has witnessed a quantum jump in turnover.

16 Nov 2017 3:20 PM

Attaching a report on his party's allegations on the Rafale deal, Congress vice president Rahul Gandhi said, 'Modi ji - nice touch removing the suit. What about the loot?' (Photo: PTI/File)

Explain 'reliance' on firm with no experience: Rahul ignores Anil Ambani's threat

Rahul said Reliance Defence Limited has been picked to partner French firm Dassault in an act of 'crony capitalism'.

16 Nov 2017 2:29 PM

IGP Munir Khan said, 'Relentless social media campaign has been started by Pakistan to lure youth to join militancy.' (Photo: ANI)

Pak using social media to lure youth into militancy in Kashmir: IGP Munir Khan

IGP (Kashmir) Munir Khan said this while briefing media about anti-militancy Operation Kund, which has been continuing since Nov 14.

16 Nov 2017 2:08 PM

Ashok was arrested by the Gurgaon Police for the murder and sexual assault of the child. (Photo: PTI/File)

Ryan murder case: CBI fails to furnish basis of bus conductor's arrest

The bail plea pending before the court is scheduled for a hearing on Nov 17 and states that the accused conductor is 'falsely implicated'.

16 Nov 2017 1:49 PM

The Supreme Court-appointed green panel made the observation in a letter to the chief secretaries of Delhi, Uttar Pradesh, Haryana and Rajasthan directing the immediate withdrawal of the hike imposed on November 8. (Photo: PTI/Representational)

Delhi: SC-appointed green panel rolls back hike in parking fee, lifts ban on trucks

The EPCA lifted the measure on Thursday citing 'problems' in its effective enforcement, which has led to parking on the roads.

16 Nov 2017 1:21 PM

Asked if he was planning any legal action, Hardik asked what would be the point. (Photo: PTI/File)

Can’t a 23-year-old have girlfriends: Hardik calls 'sex tapes' fake

Hardik said he would have accepted them if there was a sting operation on him and his fiancé in a hotel room.

16 Nov 2017 12:55 PM

Antony was speaking at the launch of the Kerala Union of Working Journalists (KUWJ), Delhi. (Photo: PTI/File)

Unlike Modi, Indira Gandhi stood for refugees: AK Antony on Rohingyas

The former defence minister accused the government of pushing out around 40,000 Rohingyas when they were seeking help and care.

16 Nov 2017 12:31 PM

A 50-year-old woman allegedly died of starvation in Bareilly district of Uttar Pradesh on Tuesday after the family was denied ration as she could not be present at the ration shop for fingerprint authentication for Aadhaar. (Photo: ANI/Twitter)

UP: 50-yr old woman starves to death after ration denied over Aadhaar

Shakina's family claimed that she had not eaten for five days and died of starvation as they were denied food under the PDS for Nov.

16 Nov 2017 12:12 PM

Justice (retd) Thomas points out in the letter that a decision to grant remission by the Tamil Nadu government in 2014 was contested by the Centre and the matter is now before the Supreme Court. (Photo: AFP/File)

Judge who wrote death for Rajiv killers urges Sonia to show magnanimity

Justice Thomas urges Sonia Gandhi to write to President, to show intent for remission of sentence.

16 Nov 2017 11:45 AM

Karti Chidambaram is an accused in the alleged INX media case. (Photo: PTI)

SC to hear Karti Chidambaram's plea seeking permission to travel abroad today

A lookout notice issued by the CBI on July 18 prevents Karti from travelling abroad without the investigating agency's permission.

16 Nov 2017 10:25 AM

Taking precautionary measures ahead of the scheduled release of the Sanjay Leela Bhansali-directed movie, Uttar Pradesh DGP Sulkhan Singh had earlier asked the force to remain extra vigilant. (Photo: File)

'Padmavati' release will disrupt law and order, UP govt tells Centre

Bhansali is facing the ire of various groups, who allege improper 'depiction' of legendary queen Rani Padmavati in the movie.

16 Nov 2017 9:51 AM

The latest advertisement, released on Wednesday on the Facebook page of the Gujarat BJP, after getting a clearance from the Election Commission (EC), uses the word 'yuvraj' (prince) to target the Congress leader. (Photo: PTI/File)

Watch: After barring 'Pappu', EC clears Gujarat BJP ad with word 'yuvraj'

Earlier, the BJP was barred by the EC from using the word 'Pappu' in an electronic advertisement, calling it 'derogatory'.

16 Nov 2017 8:53 AM

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