India, All india, 28th Oct 2017, News & Stories from India

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Without naming the note-ban and GST rollout, both of which have slowed down the economic engine, Jaitley said the process of making a cleaner economy is set in motion to achieve the aspirations like being a developed economy and the fastest growing among major economies of the world. (Photo: PTI/File)

Can't let shadow economy to be bigger than real economy: Jaitley

Terming the introduction of the Insolvency and Bankruptcy Code as a "belated reform" FM expected the measure to bear fruits going forward.

28 Oct 2017 9:10 PM

Chidambaram's statement comes close to the heel of appointment of former Intelligence Bureau director Dineshwar Sharma as interlocutor for J-K by the Modi government. (Photo: PTI/File)

When J&K people demand 'azadi', they seek greater autonomy: ex-FM

The former finance minister also said the Centre should find out the areas in Jammu and Kashmir where autonomy can be given.

28 Oct 2017 8:50 PM

Sitharaman discussed various issues relating to implementation of the government's 'Make in India' initiative in the defence sector with representatives of industry chamber Confederation of Indian Industry (CII), including top executives of a number of Indian and foreign defence firms. (Photo: PTI/File)

Sitharaman assures military firms over licensing, tax concerns

Sitharaman also asked the officials to ensure timely conclusion of procurement proposals.

28 Oct 2017 7:59 PM

Though the Prime Minister made no reference to any rival party, his comments come against the backdrop of reports that the Congress may elevate its vice-president Rahul Gandhi as party president in place of his mother Sonia Gandhi. (Photo: File)

'True democratic spirit' necessary for country's future, says Modi

The country is not much aware of the practice of democracy within parties and the media should turn its attention to it, Modi said.

28 Oct 2017 7:22 PM

A purported picture of a Jammu and Kashmir policeman with an AK-47 assault rifle is doing the rounds of social media fuelling rumours that he has joined the Lashkar-e-Taiba (LeT) as he did not report for duty following a leave. (Screengrab)

J&K cop who failed to return to duty, may have joined LeT: police

A picture of Ishfaq Ahmed Dar showed him holding an AK-47 assault rifle has gone viral on social media.

28 Oct 2017 6:51 PM

In a strongly worded message, Hardik has also warned the Congress of consequences similar to that of BJP chief Amit Shah during a rally in Surat in 2016. (Photo: File)

Hardik Patel gives ultimatum to Congress, asks to clear stand on Patidar reservation

This reaction from Patel comes as a shock for Congress which is moving rapidly to firm up alliance with Patidar community leader.

28 Oct 2017 5:59 PM

Taking a jibe at Congress for telling that BJP is politicising the issue, Naqvi said, "Instead of taking action, Congress is busy in accusing BJP of politicising the issue". (Photo: PTI/File)

Come clean, stop accusing BJP: Naqvi after reports of ISIS links to Ahmed Patel

Gujarat Chief Minister Vijay Rupani on Friday demanded Congress leader Ahmed Patel's resignation as Rajya Sabha MP.

28 Oct 2017 5:37 PM

RSS Chief Mohan Bhagwat said, 'The term 'Hindu' covers all those who are the sons of 'Bharat Mata' (Mother India), descendants of Indian ancestors and who live in accordance with the Indian culture.' (Photo: File | PTI)

Hindustan is a country of Hindus but doesn't exclude others: RSS Chief

Mohan Bhagwat said, 'In 'Kalyuga' people look to the government... But the fact is, the government can go only as far as the society goes.'

28 Oct 2017 4:40 PM

Swaraj’s response came after one, Meera Ramesh Patel, sought the former’s intervention saying her family was at the airport and had lost their passports. (Photo: PTI/File)

Despite embassy holiday, Sushma gets travel docs for Indian family stuck in Malaysia

In another case, the minister requested the Indian embassy in Washington to help an Indian student who had lost her passport.

28 Oct 2017 3:59 PM

The government on Friday also said it hoped that the direction and the policy set by the Communist Party Congress in China will further promote Sino-India relations and contribute to peace and stability in the region. (Photo: PTI/File)

Connectivity should be open, equitable: India on Belt and Road project

India skipped the Belt and Road Forum (BRF) in Beijing in May this year where 29 world leaders participated.

28 Oct 2017 2:32 PM

Munat had filed a complaint against Congress leader Baghel and the scribe after which an FIR was lodged under relevant sections of the IT act. (Photo: Facebook/Bhupesh Baghel)

After journo's arrest, C'garh Cong leader booked over sex CD case

Congress leader Bhupesh Baghel had claimed that he possessed a copy of the sex CD allegedly showing BJP minister Rajesh Munat.

28 Oct 2017 2:12 PM

Gujarat chief minister Vijay Rupani said in Gandhinagar that Congress vice president Rahul Gandhi and Patel owe a clarification to the nation as the matter pertains to national security. (Photo: File | PTI)

Gujarat CM links ISIS suspect to Cong leader Ahmed Patel, demands resignation

Cong leader Ahmed Patel rejected the charge as 'completely baseless', urged BJP not to politicise matters pertaining to national security.

28 Oct 2017 1:19 PM

At least five people were killed and four others were stated to be critical after consuming illicit liquor in Danwar village of Bihar's Rohtas district. (Representational | ANI)

5 die on consuming illicit liquor in Bihar post-alcohol ban; SHO suspended

Shahabad Deputy Inspector General of Police said strict action will also be taken against the excise department.

28 Oct 2017 12:52 PM

Policeman's photo with AK-47 goes viral days after he doesn't join work

Ishfaq Ahmed who was on leave was supposed to report on October 23 but failed to return.

28 Oct 2017 12:21 PM

11 people belonging to the minority community were killed in Naroda Gam in 2002 riots during a bandh call made to protest the Godhra train burning incident of February 27, 2002. (Photo: File | AFP)

Naroda Gam Case: Special Investigation Team submits accounts of 12 eye witnesses

The testimonies and statements given by 12 witnesses were submitted to the special SIT judge, who will resume hearing arguments from Oct 30.

28 Oct 2017 11:12 AM

Vijay Ram and his wife Mala Devi, residents of Bandu village in Garhwa district of Jharkhand, had claimed that Geeta was their daughter, Tunni Kumari alias Guddi. (Photo: PTI)

Speech impaired Geeta meets J'khand couple who claims to be her parents

Geeta didn't recognise a couple from Jharkhand who had claimed that she was their daughter.

28 Oct 2017 10:40 AM

Senior Journalist Vinod Verma was arrested from his Ghaziabad residence at 3:30 am on Friday. (Photo: Twitter/@patrakarvinod)

Congress, BJP in verbal tussle over journalist Vinod Verma's arrest

After the arrest of Vinod Verma, Cong had demanded his immediate release and accused BJP of squeezing media freedom.

28 Oct 2017 10:26 AM

West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee (Photo: ANI)

Mamata Banerjee moves Supreme Court against Centre’s Aadhaar diktat

On Wednesday, Banerjee had said that she will not link her phone with Aadhaar even if her connection is snapped.

28 Oct 2017 6:32 AM

Vasundhara Raje allots land to woo voters

The Congress is now accusing the BJP govermemnt of trying to buy votes after failing to perform in four years, a charge denied by the CM .

28 Oct 2017 2:27 AM

Himachal Pradesh Chief Minister Virbhadra Singh (Photo: PTI)

In Himachal Pradesh, it is BJP’s hisab versus Cong’s jawab

Naming of no CM candidate by the BJP is causing confusion and encouraging factionalism in the party.

28 Oct 2017 2:22 AM

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