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Cyclone Fengal Brings Heavy Rain To Tamil Nadu, Puducherry; Schools, Colleges Shut

Edited by Pushkar Tiwari | Friday November 29, 2024, Chennai

Schools and colleges in some parts of Tamil Nadu and Puducherry remained closed today as heavy rains were forecast due to the impact of Cyclone Fengal brewing over the Bay of Bengal.

"What Did Mohan Bhagwat Say?", Asks Ajmer Dargah Chief Amid Court Order Row

Asian News International | Friday November 29, 2024, Ajmer

Amid the ongoing controversy surrounding the Ajmer Dargah, Syed Zainul Abidin Ali Khan, the Sajjada Nasheen of the Dargah, said on Thursday that anyone can file a petition for "publicity" and "personal interest."

UP Government Orders Judicial Probe Into Sambhal Violence

Indo-Asian News Service | Friday November 29, 2024, Lucknow

The Yogi Adityanath-led government in Uttar Pradesh has ordered a judicial inquiry into the recent incident of violence in Sambhal in which at least four persons lost their lives.

Four Killed, Three Injured In Road Accident In Bihar: Cops

Indo-Asian News Service | Friday November 29, 2024, IANS

At least four people were killed and three others injured in a tragic road accident on Thursday evening in the Arwal district of Bihar.

'Focus On Drugs Threat To Mizo Society, Don't Pass Unwarranted Comments': Manipur Government To Zoramthanga's MNF

NDTV News Desk | Friday November 29, 2024, Imphal

The Manipur government has criticised the "constant meddling in the internal affairs" of the violence-hit state by the Mizo National Front (MNF), a Mizoram-based political party led by a former chief minister who was defeated in the last election.

After Student Suicides, Drug Abuse Sparks Concern In Kota

NDTV News Desk | Thursday November 28, 2024, Jaipur

Kota, the coaching capital of the country which has been making headlines for student suicides, now has another big problem to contend with - students getting hooked to drugs.

Karnataka Replaces Governor With Chief Minister As University Chancellor

Indo-Asian News Service | Thursday November 28, 2024, Bengaluru

In a major decision, the Karnataka government has replaced the Governor with the Chief Minister as Chancellor of the Karnataka State Rural Development and Panchayat Raj University.

'Udaipur City Palace' Reopens Gates After 4 Days Amid Royal Coronation Row

Indo-Asian News Service | Thursday November 28, 2024, Jaipur

The long-standing dispute over coronation rituals within Udaipur's former royal family was resolved on Thursday evening as the gates of the historic City Palace were finally reopened at 6:30 PM after being closed for four days.

Delhi Pollution Panel Okays Vehicle Exemption For People With Disabilities

Asian News International | Thursday November 28, 2024, New Delhi

The Commission for Air Quality Management (CAQM) has decided to ease restrictions under Stage-III and IV of the Graded Response Action Plan (GRAP) in NCR, allowing individuals with disabilities (PwDs) to continue driving their personal vehicles.

Indian Diplomats In Canada Under Surveillance, Centre Tells Parliament

Press Trust of India | Thursday November 28, 2024

Consular officials at the Indian consulate in Vancouver were recently informed by the Canadian authorities that they have been and continue to be under "audio and video surveillance", the Centre informed Parliament on Thursday.

Delhi Power Demand Expected To Break Record This Winter: Discom

Press Trust of India | Thursday November 28, 2024, New Delhi

The peak power demand of the national capital in the upcoming winter season is expected to the break previous record of 6,300 MW, discom officials said on Thursday.

Rajasthan Police Adds 'SOS' Feature In Its App For Women's Safety

Press Trust of India | Thursday November 28, 2024, Jaipur

Rajasthan Police has introduced a women safety section on an application that provides information on its activities to the people of the state.

Delhi Records Season's Coldest Night, Air Quality Remains 'Very Poor'

Press Trust of India | Thursday November 28, 2024, New Delhi

Delhi's air quality remained in the "very poor" category for the fifth consecutive day on Thursday, while the city recorded its coldest night of the season.

2 Arrested For Throwing Acid On Narcotics Department Officer In Rajasthan

Press Trust of India | Thursday November 28, 2024, Jaipur

A woman and a man were detained for allegedly throwing acid on a narcotics department officer on Thursday in Rajasthan's Pratapgarh, police said.

Key Abu Dhabi Fund, Sri Lanka Port Authority, Tanzanian Government Reaffirm Support For Adani Group

Press Trust of India | Thursday November 28, 2024, New Delhi

Abu Dhabi's International Holding Company (IHC), one of the largest sovereign funds that manages assets close to $100 billion, has reaffirmed its support to the Adani Group, saying its outlook on investments in the group remains unchanged