Hindustan Times Bengaluru - December 19, 2024
Hindustan Times Bengaluru - December 19, 2024
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In this issue
December 19, 2024
Oppn mounts attack on BJP, calls for action over remarks
Political slugfest intensifies
2 mins
Oppn mounts attack on BJP, calls for action over remarks
Members of the INDIA bloc on Wednesday set aside differences to come together and attack the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) over Union home minister Amit Shah's comment referring to Dr BR Ambedkar, jamming Parliament and holding protests.
1 min
Govt to move motion to form JPC on ONOP bills
The Union government will formally move a motion in the Lok Sabha on Thursday to constitute a joint parliamentary committee (JPC) on two bills that aim to usher in simultaneous national and state elections, and propose the names of 21 MPs of the Lower House as members.
1 min
India stresses on peace in key meet after thaw
India on Wednesday emphasised the need for a \"mutually acceptable framework\" for settling the boundary issue with China as talks between Special Representatives of the two sides focused on cross-border cooperation, such as resumption of the Kailash Mansarovar Yatra, data sharing on trans-border rivers and border trade.
3 mins
AAP promises free care for seniors in govt, pvt hospitals
Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) chief Arvind Kejriwal on Wednesday announced an ambitious health care scheme under which, he said, the Delhi government will give everyone above the age of 60 years -- irrespective of income -- free treatment in government and private hospitals across the city.
1 min
13 killed as navy speedboat crashes into ferry in Mumbai
Thirteen people, including an officer from the Indian Navy and two contractual naval employees, were killed when a ferry carrying over 100 passengers from the Gateway of India to Elephanta Island capsized on Wednesday afternoon, at Butcher island, after a navy speedboat, which was carrying out engine trials, went out of control and dashed into it.
1 min
A mystery drain, forgotten for 15 years, led to flooding in south Delhi during June 28 deluge
A mystery drain, whose existence everyone had forgotten for 15 years, and which, as a result, had not been cleaned for that span of time, was responsible for the flooding seen in tony south Delhi neighbourhoods such as Hauz Khas, Vasant Kunj and Malviya Nagar after the Capital received 230mm of rain in 24 hours till 8.30am on June 28.
1 min
A very odd turn by cricket's reigning master of spin
In the middle of the tributes and praise being showered upon Ravichandran Ashwin, it appears to be a bit churlish to ask, but why now? In the middle of a series? Let's keep that for later. After paying due salutes to a cricketer whose India career began as a white-ball bowler with a bagful of tricks, but finished as a Test giant.
5 mins
Laapataa Ladies out of Oscars race, UK's Santosh in longlist
India's official entry for the Best International Feature Category at the 97th Academy Awards, Kiran Rao's 2023 comedy-drama Laapataa Ladies, fell out of the Oscars race on Wednesday as it failed to make the longlist of 15 films eventually considered for the final five nominations.
2 mins
Petitioner in Muda case alleges bribery attempts
RTI ACTIVIST ALSO SUBMITTED A COPY OF CCTV FOOTAGE, WHICH HE CLAIMED SHOWED A PERSON ALLEGEDLY TO BE PERSONAL ASSISTANT TO CM'S WIFE, MEETING HIS FAMILY WITH OFFERS AND PLEAS
3 mins
GOVT CLEARS BILL TO MAKE CM CHANCELLOR OF RURAL VARSITY
The bill that proposes to replace the Karnataka Governor as chancellor of Rural Development and Panchayat Raj (RDPR) University with the chief minister, was passed in the Karnataka Legislative Council on Wednesday, by one vote.
1 min
Darshan discharged from hospital: Official
Kannada actor Darshan Thoogudeepa was on Wednesday discharged from a private hospital in Kengeri, where he had been admitted since October 30.
1 min
BJP is using legislature for politics and not discussing real issues: CM
Chief minister Siddaramaiah slammed the BJP for turning the state legislature into a platform for \"political manoeuvring\" rather than focusing on developmental issues.
2 mins
HC adjourns hearing on plea seeking quashing of Pocso case against BSY
The Karnataka high court on Wednesday deferred the hearing on a petition filed by former Chief Minister BS Yediyurappa seeking to quash a Pocso case against him involving allegations of sexual misconduct with a 17-year-old girl.
1 min
K'TAKA GOVT OWES ₹1,694.42 CR TO STATE TRANSPORT CORPORATIONS
The Karnataka government owes ₹1,694.42 crore to four state-owned road transport corporations as of October this year, for providing free ride for Karnataka women under Shakthi guarantee scheme.
1 min
Will not remove temples built on Waqf land: Siddaramaiah
If temples have been built on Waqf properties, we will not remove them. In case any notice has been issued, it will be withdrawn
2 mins
Kerala HC rejects plea against Lawrence's remains to be donated for medical research
A division bench of the Kerala high court on Wednesday rejected the appeal filed by the daughter of veteran Communist leader MM Lawrence against donation of his mortal remains for medical research.
1 min
Supporters of Alagiri request Stalin to take them back into DMK
Supporters of MK Stalin's estranged brother MK Alagiri, who were expelled from the DMK in 2014, have written to the chief minister requesting his pardon and to take them back into the party, people familiar with the matter.
1 min
Revanth govt to replace BRS's land record portal
The (BRS's) Dharani land records portal has caused innumerable problems to people, as many of them complained of their land titles disappearing in the records PONGULETI SRINIVAS REDDY, Telangana revenue minister
2 mins
State govt doesn't have info on Adani's TN visit: RTI reply
...it is very surprising that they do not have any information about which public servants Gautam Adani met ARAPPOR IYAKKAM, Chennai-based anti-corruption organisation
2 mins
Police rescue doctor from digital arrest
DUE TO TIMELY INTERVENTION BY POLICE AND SBI, AROUND ₹4.65 LAKH OF THE DOCTOR'S MONEY WAS RECOVERED
2 mins
Kerala clears IPS officer Ajithkumar to DGP rank
THE OFFICER HAD BEEN UNDER FIRE FROM OPPN AND CPI OVER HIS \"CONTROVERSIAL MEETINGS\" WITH SENIOR RSS LEADERS IN 2023
2 mins
DIGITAL TRACKER TO MONITOR INVESTMENT PROGRESS IN AP
The Andhra Pradesh government will continuously monitor the progress of investments in the state through a digital investment tracker, chief secretary Neerabh Kumar Prasad said on Wednesday.
1 min
TWO MONKEYPOX CASES REPORTED IN KERALA: MIN
Two cases of Monkeypox (Mpox) have been reported in Kerala, state Health Minister Veena George said on Wednesday.
1 min
Notice to 80 teachers for closing schools, edu official suspended
A deputy inspector of schools (DIOS) has been suspended and 80 teachers in Hyderabad were served show cause notices for allegedly declaring a holiday for their schools for a get-together they had organised in one of the schools, people familiar with the matter said on Wednesday.
1 min
KIMS HOSPITALS CONDUCT FREE MEDICAL CAMP IN TELANGANA FOR UNDERPRIVILEGED
The senior doctors from KIMS Hospitals, Secunderabad, attended to more than 600 girls students from underprivileged sections and extended medical care at a two-day free health camp at the Telangana social welfare residential school and Junior College, Chittiboyinapalli village at Jadcherla in Mahabubnagar district.
1 min
BRS SEEKS DEBATE ON FORMULA-E RACE ISSUE IN T'GANA ASSEMBLY
BRS party on Wednesday urged the Telangana assembly speaker to allow a debate on Formula-E race row in the House.
1 min
SP MP MOVES HC AGAINST ARREST IN SAMBHAL CASE
Samajwadi Party MP from Sambhal Ziaur Rahman Barq has filed a writ petition in the Allahabad high court seeking a stay on his arrest in connection with an FIR lodged against him by police in connection with the violence in Sambhal.
1 min
U'khand to implement UCC from January: CM
Uttarakhand chief minister Pushkar Singh Dhami announced on Wednesday that the Uniform Civil Code (UCC) will be implemented in the state from January 2025.
1 min
HC relief to boy expelled over 'non-veg' tiffin in UP
The Allahabad high court has directed the Amroha district administration to ensure that three students who were allegedly expelled from a school for bringing non-vegetarian food in their tiffin get admission in another school within two weeks and file a compliance affidavit.
1 min
13 dead, 110 rescued as navy boat rams into ferry off Mumbai coast
Thirteen people, including an officer from the Indian Navy and two contractual naval employees, were killed when a ferry carrying over 100 passengers from the Gateway of India to Elephanta Island capsized on Wednesday afternoon, at Butcher island, after a navy speedboat, which was carrying out engine trials, went out of control and dashed into it.
3 mins
HAL to start delivery of new Sukhoi-30s to IAF in April 2027
THE STATE-RUN HAL INKED A DEAL WORTH ₹13,500 CR WITH THE DEFENCE MINISTRY LAST WEEK TO DELIVER 12 FIGHTER JETS TO THE IAF
2 mins
2 Cong workers killed in stirs, Rahul criticises police for 'excessive force'
BOTH CONGRESS WORKERS DIED WHILE TAKING PART IN PARTY'S NATIONWIDE PROTESTS
1 min
No talk of any change in INDIA bloc leadership
Jammu & Kashmir chief minister and INDIA bloc leader Omar Abdullah on Wednesday said that no talk of any leadership change has taken place in the opposition alliance.
1 min
KERALA PROMOTES CONTROVERSIAL COP AJITHKUMAR TO RANK OF DGP
The Kerala cabinet on Wednesday approved the promotion of senior IPS officer MR Ajithkumar, who was recently embroiled in a political row over his \"controversial meetings\" with RSS leaders, to the rank of director general of police (DGP).
1 min
SC issues rules to curb illegal constructions
The Supreme Court has issued nationwide guidelines to tackle the growing menace of unauthorised constructions, mandating stringent compliance with building regulations and directing that possession of buildings be handed over to owners or beneficiaries by a developer only after obtaining a valid completion or occupation certificate.
2 mins
Oppn leaders mount attack over Shah's remarks in Parl
Members of the Indian National Developmental Inclusive Alliance (INDIA) on Wednesday set aside differences to come together and attack the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) over Union home minister Amit Shah's comment referring to Dr BR Ambedkar, jamming Parliament and holding protests.
4 mins
Congress distorting statements made by Shah, says Rijiju
Union parliamentary affairs minister Kiren Rijiju on Wednesday slammed the Congress on Wednesday, saying the Opposition party was distorting Union home minister Amit Shah's remarks on BR Ambedkar.
1 min
HC questions Zubair over sharing seer's controversial speech
The Allahabad high court on Wednesday, while hearing journalist Mohammed Zubair's plea against an FIR filed against him for sharing a video of a speech made by controversial seer Yati Narsinghanand, asked why the fact-checker made a post about the matter on social media instead of approaching police and registering a case, news agency LiveLaw reported.
1 min
Govt set to move motion over JPC for simultaneous poll bills
The Union government will formally move a motion in the Lok Sabha on Thursday to constitute a joint parliamentary committee (JPC) on two bills that aim to usher in simultaneous national and state elections, and propose the names of 21 lawmakers of the Lower House as members.
5 mins
SC WARNS PUNJAB OVER STRIKING FARMER'S HEALTH
The Supreme Court on Wednesday cautioned the Punjab government that the entire state machinery would bear the blame if anything untoward were to happen to farmer leader Jagjit Singh Dallewal, who has been on a fast-unto-death for 23 days.
1 min
SC slams Punjab over 'inhumane' treatment of state's home guards
SC ASKS PUNJAB TO REASSESS ITS STANCE ON PAY PARITY BETWEEN HOME GUARDS, POLICE PERSONNEL
1 min
INDIA, ISRAEL MINS DISCUSS WEST ASIA DEVELOPMENTS
External affairs minister S Jaishankar and his Israeli counterpart Gideon Sa'ar discussed developments in West Asia on Wednesday against the backdrop of fresh efforts to finalise a ceasefire between Israel and Hamas.
1 min
Coconut oil 'edible', to invite tax cut
For 15 years, the Supreme Court has wrestled with a slippery question: Is a small pack of coconut oil for cooking or for hair care?
3 mins
Rape accused out on bail kills victim, held
A 27-year-old man accused of raping his sister-in-law has been arrested after a brief encounter for allegedly killing her and trying to burn her body in Unnao district of Uttar Pradesh, police said on Wednesday.
1 min
There is no evidence on how ONOP reduces net expenses
Congress leader and top constitutional lawyer Abhishek Manu Singhvi spoke to Saubhadra Chatterji about the 'one national, one elections' bills tabled in the Lok Sabha this week, listing his objections to the idea and arguing that it is not a right fit for a parliamentary democracy such as India.
2 mins
Biden govt relaxes rules for firms to hire foreign workers with H-1B visas
The outgoing Biden administration has relaxed rules for H-1B visas that will make it easier for American companies to hire foreign workers with special skills and facilitate a smoother transition from F-1 student visas to H-1B visas, a move that is likely to benefit thousands of Indian tech professionals.
1 min
ICSSR PAY ISSUE IS NOT UNDER OUR PURVIEW: EDU MIN
The government is \"committed to strengthening central universities\" instead of funding \"independent research organisations\", Union education minister Dharmendra Pradhan has said, citing it as to why faculty members and staff of ICSSR-affiliated institutions were not being paid in accordance with the 7th Central Pay Commission (CPC) revised pay scales.
1 min
SC TO RAJ: GRANT LEGAL COVER TO SACRED GROVES
The Supreme Court on Wednesday directed the Rajasthan government to grant legal protection to sacred groves, or Orans, in the state as \"forests\" by undertaking a district-wise mapping of such lands not based on their size but on their ecological and cultural significance, while observing these groves are pivotal to biodiversity preservation.
1 min
SC TO RAJ: GRANT LEGAL COVER TO SACRED GROVES
The Supreme Court on Wednesday directed the Rajasthan government to grant legal protection to sacred groves, or Orans, in the state as \"forests\" by undertaking a district-wise mapping of such lands not based on their size but on their ecological and cultural significance, while observing these groves are pivotal to biodiversity preservation.
1 min
Elderly couple killed in Safdarjung Enclave fire
An elderly couple died after a fire broke out at their flat in Safdarjung Enclave, south Delhi in the early hours of Wednesday, police officers and fire officials said.
2 mins
HC DECLINES TO STAY TRIAL COURT PROCEEDINGS AGAINST AAP MLA
The Delhi high court on Wednesday declined to stay trial court proceedings against Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) legislator Amanatullah Khan over alleged non-compliance with summons in a money laundering case linked to irregularities in the Delhi Waqf Board.
1 min
Umar Khalid granted interim bail to attend wedding, release set for Dec 28
A Delhi court on Wednesday granted former JNU student leader Umar Khalid interim bail for a week to attend his cousin's wedding.
2 mins
LG Saxena inaugurates golf course at Dwarka's Sector 24
Delhi lieutenant governor VK Saxena on Wednesday inaugurated a sprawling new golf course in Dwarka.
1 min
HC QUESTIONS 'HASTE' IN EVICTING AAP'S RAGHAV CHADHA
The Delhi high court on Wednesday questioned the alleged haste in evicting Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) parliamentarian Raghav Chadha from his official residence at Pandara Road, during the pendency of his suit seeking permanent injunction against the eviction.
1 min
NDMC nod for smart parking at 150+ sites
Projects cleared
2 mins
Raucous debate, lost opportunity
The Constitution debate in Parliament was lost in partisan squabbles instead of discussing new challenges before the nation
2 mins
Ashwin, match-winner & innovator for the ages
Few bowlers have had an impact on Indian cricket as deep and for as long, as Ravichandran Ashwin.
1 min
Paving the path towards universal health coverage
International Universal Health Coverage (UHC) Day falls in December. For India, the road to UHC starts with increasing government spending on health, a national priority as per the government's policy documents.
3 mins
After Syria, the road ahead for West Asia
The question now is if Israel will see recent geopolitical developments as an opportunity to find a political solution for Palestine or merely as a green signal to annex West Bank
4 mins
Before Saudi World Cup, a deal for Indian workers
INDIA SHOULD NEGOTIATE AGREEMENTS WITH SAUDI ARABIA TO ENSURE BETTER PROTECTION OF MIGRANT WORKERS, PRIORITISING FAIR WAGES, AND SAFE WORKING CONDITIONS
3 mins
Israeli strikes kill 20 in Gaza
The US, joined by Arab mediators, sought on Wednesday to conclude an agreement between Israel and Hamas to halt the 14-month-old war in the Gaza Strip where medics said Israeli strikes killed at least 20 Palestinians overnight.
1 min
France's highest court upholds Sarkozy's corruption conviction
The Cour de Cassation, France's highest court, upheld on Wednesday former president Nicolas Sarkozy's conviction for corruption and influence peddling.
2 mins
ZELENSKY TO MEET EUROPEAN LEADERS AS TRUMP LOOMS
Russia has arrested Akhmad Kurbanov of Uzbekistan, who was promised $100,000 and resettlement in an EU country, by Ukraine's security service for the killing
3 mins
'Stay in the fight', Harris tells students after prez poll loss
Kamala Harris on Tuesday urged anyone who is disappointed by her defeat in last month's election to \"stay in the fight\" as Donald Trump prepares to take office, hinting that she won't be stepping off the political stage anytime soon.
1 min
TRUMP WARNS TOP GOP CRITIC COULD BE 'IN A LOT OF TROUBLE'
Donald Trump warned on Wednesday that an ex-congresswoman who probed his role in the 2021 Capitol riot \"could be in a lot of trouble,\" after Republican lawmakers called for her to be criminally investigated.
1 min
TVS Credit eyes bid for Avendus Capital
TVS Credit has joined the race for KKR-backed investment bank Avendus Capital as part of its strategy to expand the group's financial services business, three people with knowledge of the development said.
2 mins
Donald Trump threatens to impose reciprocal tax on India
US President-elect Donald Trump has said that India charges \"a lot\" of tariff, reiterating his intention to impose reciprocal tariffs in retaliation for what New Delhi will impose on the import of certain American products.
1 min
INDIA'S RECORD GOLD IMPORT WAS DUE TO AN ERROR IN CALCULATION
A surge in gold imports that widened India's trade deficit to a record last month and pushed the rupee to an all-time low was due to an error in calculation, according to people with knowledge of the matter.
1 min
Net direct tax kitty grows 16% on corporate refunds
Gross direct tax collection in 2024-25 (as on December 17) saw 20.32% year-on-year (y-o-y) jump to ₹19.21 lakh crore, but net collection in the period saw 16.45% increase at ₹15.82 lakh crore on higher refunds of ₹3.39 lakh crore, particularly on account of corporates, government data said.
2 mins
Nissan, Honda may gain in India from potential merger
MERGER COULD ALIGN THE FIRMS' ELECTRIFICATION AND SOFTWARE DEVELOPMENT COLLABORATION
2 mins
Relief for quick commerce as CCI not keen to step in
Predatory pricing claims by trade body shadow growth of quick commerce
2 mins
Thinking bowler who could at will outwit batsmen
The off-spinners' club lost its brightest star when R Ashwin announced his retirement in Brisbane on Wednesday.
3 mins
India leave the Gabba with honours even
At almost all times during the Brisbane Test, Australia were ahead of the game.
2 mins
Now, becoming the best player in the world is what I care about most
What must it be like to fulfil your life's greatest dream at 18? It's been less than a week since Gukesh D became world champion, beating China's Ding Liren, and the Indian teen is still wrapping his head around this delightful predicament.
4 mins
Unbreakable Santosh back to rallying with an eye on Dakar
Astride a rally spec of Royal Enfield Himalayan 450, CS Santosh was riding through the dirt on the banks of the Egidillo river in Spain when memories of him flying through the dunes at the Dakar Rally flashed across his mind. \"It felt the same as when I did the Dakar for the very first time. I loved it then and I love it now,\" says the 41-year-old.
3 mins
INDIA-PAK CLASH TO KICK OFF KHO KHO WORLD CUP
A total of 24 nations, including Pakistan, are expected to participate in the inaugural Kho Kho World Cup here next month with Kho Kho Federation of India (KKFI) planning to take the indigenous sport to new territories, KKFI president Sudhanshu Mittal said on Wednesday.
1 min
Kapil Sharma says 'Don't spread hate' amid criticism for alleged racist remark against Atlee
Comedian-talk show host Kapil Sharma has been facing intense criticism for seemingly making a joke about filmmaker Atlee's appearance on his comedy-talk show, The Great Indian Kapil Sharma Show.
1 min
UP Police announce ₹25,000 reward for accused in Sunil Pal, Mushtaq Khan abductions
The Meerut Police in Uttar Pradesh has announced a reward of ₹25,000 for information on Lavi Pal, the main accused in the abductions of comedian Sunil Pal and actor Mushtaq Khan.
1 min
India has every reason to be proud: Shahana on Santosh being shortlisted for Oscars nom
Actor Shahana Goswami's film Santosh, has inched closer to being nominated for the International Feature Film category in the 2025 Academy Awards.
1 min
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