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Tej Pratap Yadav Extends Support To Prashant Kishor In Bankipur Bypolls
In a significant political development ahead of the July 30 Bankipur Assembly by-election, Tej Pratap Yadav, National President of the Janshakti Janata Dal (JJD), has announced his party's support for Jan Suraaj candidate Prashant Kishor.
Indian Killed In Attack On Ship In Black Sea, Ministry Expresses Concern
The external affairs ministry said that the commercial vehicle MV OMORFI came under attack on July 18 while transiting the Black Sea, "reportedly in Russian territorial waters".
'Avoid Notified Areas': Delhi Traffic Cops Issue Advisory Amid Protests
The advisory comes in view of ongoing Cockroach Janta Party protests in Delhi. Authorities have imposed prohibitory orders under Section 163 of the Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita (BNSS), 2023, in key parts of the capital to maintain public order.
No Ban On Food Delivery Services In New Delhi Area: Police
Delhi Police on Friday dismissed as "false, baseless and misleading" social media claims that food delivery app services has been banned across the New Delhi area.
Pak Online Accounts Caught Running Deepfakes Of NDTV Shows On Protests
Pakistani propaganda accounts on social media have been spotted regularly spreading disinformation about events in India
Students Saying '1st It Hurt Me, Then I Took Advantage': N Sitharaman On Leak
Nirmala Sitharaman noted that the swift conduct of re-examinations and the timely declaration of results have allowed students to proceed with their higher education plans.
Senior Punjab Cop Suspended After Lathicharge On Sanitation Workers
The Punjab Police on Friday suspended Barnala DSP Satvir Singh over the alleged lathicharge on sanitation workers in Barnala.
Aspirant To Doctor: Inside NEET Race For 1.37 Lakh MBBS Seats
In 2017, 16 candidates were competing for every MBBS seat. The ratio rose to 18 in both 2018 and 2019, before easing slightly during the pandemic period.
Union Minister Ravneet Singh Bittu Resigns, Likely To Contest Punjab Polls
Ravneet Singh Bittu is likely to contest the assembly election in Punjab, due next year, sources said
Rain Shuts Highway, 1,500 J&K Tourists Evacuated Through Special Trains
The Jammu Division of the Northern Railway said the operation ensured that no tourist was left stuck due to the massive disruption on the roads.
6 Bakeries, Eateries Face Action In Maharashtra Food Safety Crack Down
According to the statement, a total of 61 hotels, restaurants, dhabas (roadside eateries) and bakeries were inspected across the state during the day-long drive.
No Confirmation: Himanta Sarma Clarifies 'Cloudburst Caused Floods' Remark
Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on Friday clarified that the India Meteorological Department (IMD) has not reported any cloudburst in Nagaland.
School Assembly News Headlines (July 25): Top National, International, Education News
School Assembly News Headlines (July 25): Amid continuing protests over the NEET paper leak, the government has strengthened anti-cheating measures by amending the Public Examinations (Prevention of Unfair Means) Act, 2024.
Delhi Police Apologies After Video Of Lawyers Being Manhandled Goes Viral
According to the lawyers, senior members of the legal fraternity intervened after videos of the incident went viral, following which the written apology was issued by the head constable.
NDTV Exclusive: Chief Justice Surya Kant Clarifies "Don't Waste Our Time" Remark
"It was reported wrongly that the Supreme Court declined to hear the petition," Chief Justice of India Surya Kant told NDTV
7 Missing In 2 Assam Districts, 25% Flood-Hit Areas Not Reachable
Around seven lakh people have been affected across Sivasagar and Charaideo, Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma said on Friday, describing the situation as "very grim" and unlike anything recently witnessed by the two districts.
India Should Ban Social Media For Young Children, Says Zoho's Sridhar Vembu
Zoho co-founder and ex-CEO Sridhar Vembu urges India to ban social media for young children like France.
Madhya Pradesh To Set Up 4 Fast-Track Courts For Paper Leaks After PM's Call
Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Mohan Yadav has said that Fast Track Courts would be set up in Indore, Bhopal, Gwalior and Jabalpur to ensure quicker disposal of cases and timely justice.
'Engage With Youth On Instagram, Post Reels': PM Modi To Ministers
In the Cabinet meeting, PM Modi asked how many of his colleagues actively use Instagram, one of the most used social media platforms in the world.
