Penny Mordaunt urges close US-UK links as she takes up global development role
The ex-MP has urged the Government not to pivot away from the US on defence and development, as she prepares to take over as chairwoman of the Coalition for Global Prosperity
Teacher fatally stabbed in Tamil Nadu school
In a shocking incident, a woman teacher was fatally stabbed on government school premises in Mallipattinam in the district by a youth, leading to some tense moments in the educational institution, police said on Wednesday.
UP man says daughter killed for refusing to vote for SP
A 23-year-old Dalit woman was found dead in Mainpuri, Uttar Pradesh, with her family alleging she was killed for refusing to vote for the Samajwadi Party in the Karhal assembly bypoll. Two individuals have been arrested in connection with the woman's death. The incident has escalated into a political controversy, with the BJP accusing the SP of creating an atmosphere of terror and the SP alleging that the Election Commission is turning a blind eye to the BJP's alleged misuse of government machinery. The bypoll in Karhal is being contested by the SP's Tej Pratap Singh and his 'fufa' Anujesh Pratap Singh, with the BSP also fielding a candidate.
Lokayukta police question Palaiah for second time
A day after former Commissioner of Mysuru Urban Development Authority (MUDA) D.B. Natesh was questioned by the Lokayukta police in connection with the alleged irregularities in allotment of compensatory sites to Chief Minister Siddaramaiah’s wife, former Additional Deputy Commissioner of Mysuru S. Palaiah appeared before the Lokayukta sleuths on Wednesday.
Tanveer Sait seeks increase in quota for Muslims
Former Minister and Congress MLA Tanveer Sait has sought an increase in the Other Backward Class reservation for Muslims.
23 photos show life of pioneering model who paved the way for thousands
April Ashley paved the way for many in the city
Police operatives kill labourer, injure three in Ebonyi
The operatives are said to be members of the Crack Squad of the police command in Ebonyi State.
Danish navy shadow Chinese ship suspected of being involved in attack
Denmark's navy said Wednesday it was shadowing a Chinese cargo vessel in the Baltic Sea
Complaints against delimitation process of local bodies in Thrissur district
Protests against local body delimitation in district due to political influence, with BJP and UDF raising concerns.
Advocate brutally attacked in TN court complex
An advocate was brutally attacked by a man in front of the court complex in Hosur, Tamil Nadu, on Wednesday, triggering protests by the members of the Bar in the district demanding protection to colleagues at their workplace. The assailant, identified as Ananda Kumar, inflicted grievous cut injuries with a matchet, allegedly due to previous enmity with the victim. The incident sparked a political outrage in the state with various parties criticizing the state government's law and order situation.
Factionalism in West Bengal Medical Council comes to fore as Trinamool heavyweights lock horns
Factionalism in West Bengal Medical Council as Trinamool Congress demands removal of fellow physician amid controversy.
HC reserves order in plea over Patnam Narender Reddy’s remand in Lagacharla attack
HC reserves order in plea over Patnam Narender Reddy’s remand in Lagacharla attack
Lakurawa terror group operating unchallenged in Kebbi – Senator
The lawmaker said members of the Lakurawa group are carrying out terror activities in the name of religion, and as a result, many of the residents are living in fear.
Bangladesh ex-police chief faces crimes against humanity charges
Former police chief on trial for overseeing atrocities during Bangladesh's August revolution, with other officials facing similar charges.
Yunus government cancels passports of 22 veteran security and military officials
Bangladesh interim government cancels passports of 22 security officials under investigation for abductions during previous presidency.
Bitcoin Scam Case: CBI Summons Gaurav Mehta, Names 2 Accused In FIR Amid ED Raids, Maharashtra ‘Audio Clips’ Row
Gain Bitcoin scam case: ED and CBI intensify investigations into alleged Rs 6,600-crore Gain Bitcoin ponzi scam case involving Gaurav Mehta, an audit company employee.
High-voltage triangular fight concludes with 70.51% voter turnout in Palakkad
Palakkad Assembly constituency election sees low voter turnout of 70.51%, with high-stakes triangular battle among UDF, LDF, and BJP.
Toblerone's hidden logo detail leaves people in disbelief - and it's actually very obvious
A Twitter user was left in disbelief after realising there is a hidden animal on the packaging of Toblerone - and once you see it, you'll wonder how you never spotted it before
Police confirm killing of labourer by operative in Ebonyi
The police commissioner assured the public that the command would conduct a thorough investigation into the incident.
Gunmen kill another police officer in south-east Nigeria
Like other states in Nigeria’s south-east, security has deteriorated in Abia State.
Richland traffic backed up as WSP investigates body found along Highway 240
WSP is working to determine when the person died.
Punjab's high-stake Gidderbaha seat sees highest voter turnout of 79 pc
Chandigarh, Nov 20 (IANS): Amid minor skirmishes, the bypoll for four Assembly seats in the AAP-ruled Punjab on Wednesday ended peacefully with the Gidderbaha seat, where the stakes were high for all the three major parties -- the BJP, the Congress, besides the ruling AAP, seeing the highest voter turnout of 78.1 per c.....
Arrested Maoist Srimati seeks legal assistance to defend herself in a murder case
Arrested Maoist Srimathi, who is among the nine persons including deceased Maoist leader Vikram Gowda booked in the murder of Sadananada Gowda in Hebri, has sought legal assistance to defend herself in the case.
Cong workers attack car transporting EVM in Nagpur
Congress workers ransacked a car transporting an Electronic Voting Machine (EVM) to a strong room in Nagpur after polling concluded for the Maharashtra assembly elections, police said.
Adani indictment in U.S. vindicates demand for JPC probe, says Congress
U.S. charges Gautam Adani with fraud: Congress demands JPC probe into Adani Group transactions after chairman indicted in New York for bribery and fraud.
'Can't Go By The Book For Yasin Malik,' Says CBI As Supreme Court Cites Ajmal Kasab's Case
The top court while emphasising the need for a fair trial said that even Ajmal Kasab the 26/11 terror attack convict got a fair trial in India.
Gangster Lawrence Bishnoi's brother Anmol arrested in U.S., lodged in Iowa jail
Anmol Bishnoi was arrested in the U.S. and jailed in Iowa. Lawrence Bishnoi’s brother is wanted for murder and firing incidents in Mumbai.
Duct-taped banana artwork sells for $6.2m in NYC
The winning bidder says he will eat the banana in coming days as part of a "unique artistic experience".
Adani U.S. indictment: BJP hits back at Congress, questions timing of bribery allegations
BJP targets Congress over Adani bribery scandal, questions timing and Congress's acceptance of bribes from allies.
Adani charges: Cong seeks probe, BJP questions timing
With billionaire Gautam Adani charged in the United States with alleged bribery and fraud, the Congress on Thursday said it 'vindicates' its demand for a Joint Parliamentary Committee investigation into the various 'scams' involving his conglomerate.
SC suggests setting up courtroom in jail for Kashmiri separatist Yasin Malik amid security concerns
Supreme Court suggests setting up jail courtroom for Yasin Malik in Delhi amid CBI objections, citing security risks.
Karnataka: Widow Of Army Man Loses Both Forearms In Hair Dryer Explosion
Basamma, the wife of ex-army personnel Papanna Yaranal, was operating the hair dryer when the explosion occurred.
Sri Lanka's new Parliament convened; speaker and others elected
Sri Lanka's new parliament convenes with NPP's historic victory, first-time members elected to key positions.
'Even Kasab was given...': SC in Yasin Malik case
Even Ajmal Kasab was given a fair trial in our country, the Supreme Court on Thursday remarked and indicated it may set up a courtroom inside Tihar Jail for the trial of J-K separatist leader Yasin Malik in a kidnapping case.
Vigilante, police in shootout after mistaking themselves for pro-Biafra gunmen
The police have confirmed the incident.
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