Hindustan Times Delhi - January 07, 2025
Hindustan Times Delhi - January 07, 2025
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January 07, 2025
US to lift hurdles in 2005 civil nuke deal
The US will remove regulations that have prevented cooperation between key Indian nuclear entities and American companies, US National Security Adviser Jake Sullivan said on Monday, marking a major step forward in implementing the landmark 2005 civil nuclear agreement.
1 min
Ugly fight breaks out over ex-MP Bidhuri's comments on Atishi
An ugly fight erupted over former BJP MP Ramesh Bidhuri's comments on Delhi chief minister Atishi, days before the assembly elections are to be announced, souring political discourse in a campaign already riven by a string of derogatory personal attacks.
1 min
Dhruv light chopper fleet grounded again after Gujarat accident brings back concerns
The Indian Coast Guard has temporarily grounded its fleet of locally made Dhruv advanced light helicopters (ALH) for a safety inspection after one crashed at Porbandar in Gujarat on Sunday, killing two pilots and a diver who were on a routine training sortie, officials aware of the matter said on Monday.
2 mins
'Stepping down as PM': Trudeau out after 9 yrs
Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau announced his resignation on Monday in the face of rising discontent over his leadership, and after the abrupt departure of his finance minister signaled growing turmoil within his government, bringing to an end a tenure that began in October 2015.
3 mins
TN GUV WALKS OUT OF STATE ASSEMBLY OVER ANTHEM ROW
Tamil Nadu governor RN Ravi on Monday walked out of Tamil Nadu assembly without reading his customary address for the second consecutive year, opposing what he described as disrespect to the national anthem and triggering a political controversy.
1 min
CM says 9 workers trapped in inundated Assam coal mine
At least nine workers were trapped inside a coal mine in a remote area of Dima Hasao district of Assam after the mine was reportedly flooded with underground water, chief minister Himanta Biswa Sarma said on Monday.
1 min
9 dead as Maoists attack security vehicle in C'garh
Nine people died in Chhattisgarh’s Bijapur district on Monday after Maoists used an improvised explosive device to blow up a vehicle carrying members of the district reserve guard — the first major insurgent strike amid a string of ferocious encounters by security forces over the past year to eradicate Left-wing extremism in the state.
4 mins
PM opens Jammu division in key step for Kashmir rail link
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday lauded the country's rapid advancement in connectivity as he inaugurated the Jammu railway division — a key step towards linking the Kashmir valley with the rest of the country through rail network.
1 min
Worries as avian flu virus breaches species barriers
ALTHOUGH THE OVERALL COUNT OF H5N1 HUMAN INFECTIONS IS LOW, THE STEADY DRIP OF HUMAN, ANIMAL DETECTIONS IS NOT A GOOD SIGN, SAY EXPERTS
5 mins
Old ailment, known pathogen: A warning against HMPV panic
For everyone holding their breath over fears of HMPV, here's a quick summary: it's an old ailment, caused by a known pathogen, and many people are likely to have been exposed to the virus by the time they are five years old.
3 mins
Modi, Nadella Talk Microsoft Expansion, Making India AI-First
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday expressed happiness at Microsoft's ambitious expansion and investment plans in India following his meeting with the company's chairman and CEO Satya Nadella.
1 min
40+ voters push electorate up by 5.7%
Rise in voters ahead of elections Delhi's electorate now comprises 8.35mn male voters, 7.17mn female voters
2 mins
Atishi Alleges Voters 'Scam' in Kejriwal's Constituency
Chief minister Atishi on Monday alleged large-scale \"fraud\" in voter additions and deletions in the New Delhi assembly, where Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) chief Arvind Kejriwal is seeking a fourth term in the 2025 elections.
1 min
Cong Promises ₹2,500/Month to Women if Voted to Power
The Congress on Monday unveiled its first major promise for the 2025 Delhi assembly elections, pledging a ₹2,500 monthly allowance to women under the \"Pyaari Didi Yojana\" if voted to power.
1 min
BJP: Kejriwal prioritised luxury over city's welfare
It is fitting to have a mini bar at home after engaging in excise corruption.
2 mins
CM Atishi breaks down after rival Bidhuri's latest shocker
An ugly fight erupted over former Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) MP Ramesh Bidhuri's comments on Delhi chief minister Atishi, days before the assembly elections are to be announced, souring political discourse in a campaign already riven by a string of derogatory personal attacks.
2 mins
Ordinance to curtail fraud notified by LG
Lieutenant governor (LG) VK Saxena on Monday approved the notification of the Banning of Unregulated Deposit Schemes Rules, 2024, to prevent residents from getting duped by fraudulent online schemes.
1 min
After 4 Months, Centre Clears Two Judges for HC
The Approval Of Only Two Out Of The Four Names Has Reignited Concerns About The Selective Approach To Judicial Appointments
2 mins
Parts of city clock light rain; temp may dip further: IMD
Parts of the Capital on Monday morning received light rainfall, due to the effect of a new western disturbance that also brought fresh snowfall to the mountains and is likely to lead to a dip in temperature from Tuesday due to the return of cold northwesterly winds to the city, the India Meteorological Department (IMD) said.
2 mins
NGT notice to state on forest encroachments
The National Green Tribunal (NGT) issued a notice to the Delhi government and the state forest department over alleged \"misuse\" of around 31 hectares of forest land earmarked for afforestation in Najafgarh, southwest Delhi.
1 min
PM2.5 in '24 was at 3-year high: Study
Delhi in 2024 recorded a three-year high in terms of annual PM2.5 (particulate matter having a diameter of 2.5 microns or less) concentration, clocking a reading of 104.7 micrograms per cubic metre (μg/ m3) last year compared to 106.4µg/m3 in 2021, according to an analysis by the Centre for Science and Environment (CSE) released on Monday.
1 min
22-Year-Old Shot in Sangam Vihar by Rival, Family Thrashes Suspects
A 22-year-old man was shot in the neck by two men in Sangam Vihar, south Delhi, on Sunday evening while he was on his way home, police said.
1 min
GGM: 19-Year-Old Run Over by Tractor Due to Low Visibility
A 19-year-old pedestrian was run over by a tractor trolley near his residence in Silani village, Sohna, at 10 pm on Saturday, police said on Monday, adding that the accident took place due to poor visibility.
1 min
More groundwater used than recharged
Delhi extracted more groundwater in 2024 than it recharged, reversing a two-year trend of sustainable usage, according to the latest Central Groundwater Board (CGWB) report released in December 2024.
1 min
Man shoots brother for 'marrying before him'
POLICE SAID THE ACCUSED WAS 'ENRAGED' AS HIS BROTHER GOT MARRIED LAST YEAR AND HE WAS STILL UNMARRIED
1 min
Nithari killings: SC to hear pleas against 2023 order in March
The Supreme Court will hear appeals on March 25 against the Allahabad high court's 2023 order acquitting Surendra Koli in the horrific Nithari case involving cannibalism, rape, and murder of girls between 2005 and 2007.
1 min
Theft of ₹1 Crore Reported From Doctor Couple's House in SE Delhi
A theft of cash and jewellery worth ₹1 crore was reported from a doctor couple's residence in Sri Niwaspuri, southeast Delhi, on January 2, police said on Monday.
1 min
Do not undermine HC, lower courts told
The Delhi high court last month issued a letter of caution for lower courts stating the authority of superior courts should not be undermined by passing contradictory orders.
1 min
Winter's hang-out
On a monument's seasonal life
2 mins
LG Distributes Job Letters to Families of 1984 Riot Victims
Delhi lieutenant governor VK Saxena on Monday distributed appointment letters to family members of 1984 anti-Sikh riot victims and also renamed the \"Vidhwa Colony\" in West Delhi's Tilak Vihar to \"Mata Gujri,\" the mother of Guru Gobind Singh.
1 min
KTR refuses to appear before ACB without lawyers in Formula E case
Bharat Rashtra Samithi (BRS) working president and legislator KT Rama Rao on Monday refused to appear without his lawyers before the Telangana Anti-Corruption Bureau (ACB) for questioning in connection with the alleged financial irregularities in the conduct of Formula-E racing in Hyderabad during the previous regime.
1 min
9 Workers Trapped in Assam Mine
At least nine workers were trapped inside a coal mine in a remote area of Dima Hasao district of Assam after the mine was reportedly flooded with underground water, chief minister Himanta Biswa Sarma said on Monday.
1 min
Modi Unveils Jammu Railway Division, Telangana Terminal
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday lauded the country's rapid advancement in connectivity as he inaugurated the Jammu railway division — a key step towards linking the Kashmir valley with the rest of the country through rail network.
4 mins
PM Lauds India-US Ties for Scaling New Heights in Key Areas
The India-US partnership has achieved new heights in areas such as technology and defence, and New Delhi is looking forward to building on the momentum in ties, Prime Minister Narendra Modi told US National Security Advisor Jake Sullivan on Monday.
1 min
Don't drag security personnel in unnecessary legal battles: SC
The Supreme Court on Monday criticised the Union government for repeatedly dragging armed forces personnel and their families to the top court over disputes related to pensions, highlighting the adverse impact of such litigation on morale within the armed forces.
2 mins
Main accused in Chhattisgarh journo murder held from Hyd
The Chhattisgarh police have arrested a local contractor, who was the main accused in the murder of journalist Mukesh Chandrakar in Bijapur district of the state, from Hyderabad, officials said on Monday.
1 min
FAC Okays Battalion Camp in Forest
The Approval Pertains to the Diversion of 26.1 Hectares Within Geleky Reserved Forest Along the Volatile Assam-Nagaland Border in the Sivasagar Forest Division
2 mins
Over 5.6mn Jharkhand women get ₹1,415-cr
Jharkhand chief minister Hemant Soren on Monday transferred financial aid to the tune of ₹1,415.44 crore to the bank accounts of 5.6 million women under the \"Maiyan Samman Yojana\".
1 min
Couple, two kids found dead in B'luru, police suspect murder-suicide
THE COUPLE IS SUSPECTED TO HAVE POISONED THEIR CHILDREN AND THEN DYING BY SUICIDE: POLICE
1 min
US to end nuclear cooperation restrictions on Indian entities
The US will remove regulations that have prevented cooperation between key Indian nuclear entities and American companies, US National Security Adviser Jake Sullivan said on Monday, marking a major step forward in implementing the landmark 2005 civil nuclear agreement.
4 mins
SC Hopeful as Farmers Meet Appointed Panel
The Supreme Court on Monday expressed optimism over the resolution of the prolonged farmers' protest along the Punjab-Haryana border after the Punjab government reported that a section of protesting farmers agreed to the chairman of the court-appointed panel for talks.
2 mins
Human Remains Found in Fridge of Abandoned House in Kerala
Human remains, including a skull and bones, were found inside an abandoned house near Chottanikkara in Ernakulam district in Kerala on Monday, police said.
1 min
SC upholds life term for 5 CPI(M) members for killing RSS workers
A TRIAL COURT IN 2006 CONVICTED AND SENTENCED 14 CPI(M) MEMBERS TO LIFE TERM FOR THE MURDERS
1 min
TN Guv storms Out Of The House Over Anthem Row
Tamil Nadu governor RN Ravi on Monday walked out of Tamil Nadu assembly without reading his customary address for the second consecutive year, opposing what he described as disrespect to the national anthem and triggering a political controversy.
3 mins
Aero India to be held in B'luru from Feb 10-14
Jan Suraaj Party founder Prashant Kishor was released on \"unconditional bail\" on Monday evening, capping a day of high drama which involved him getting arrested for protesting in a \"restricted area\" and refusing to secure bail, alleging that the bail conditions were \"unreasonable\".
1 min
Over 2k died in India from natural disasters
HOME MINISTRY PLANS TO SOON INCLUDE HEAT DISASTERS IN THE LIST OF NOTIFIED DISASTERS, SAID THE OFFICIALS
1 min
Shah to Launch Bharatpol Portal Today to Help Govt Agencies
Union home minister Amit Shah is scheduled to launch an information-sharing platform, Bharatpol, developed by the Central Bureau of Investigation on Tuesday, the ministry said in a statement on Monday.
1 min
Decide on disposal of Union Carbide waste in 6 weeks: HC to govt
The Madhya Pradesh high court on Monday gave the state six weeks to dispose of the toxic factory waste from the erstwhile Union Carbide factory, ensuring that all safety guidelines were met, and the public taken into confidence.
1 min
Anmol killed Siddique to assert dominion: Police
The Mumbai police crime branch on Monday filed a charge sheet in the case of murder of former Maharashtra minister and Nationalist Congress Party (NCP) leader Baba Siddique, stating that fugitive gangster Anmol Bishnoi ordered the killing to \"create an atmosphere of terror\" through his organised crime syndicate.
2 mins
'Can summon accused even after clean chit'
A clean chit or closure report filed by the police cannot circumscribe the trial court's power to summon individuals as accused, the Supreme Court has held, reinforcing the vital role of courts in safeguarding justice by independently assessing evidence presented during criminal trials.
2 mins
Doc raped by colleague in abandoned MP hostel
INCIDENT TOOK PLACE ON SUNDAY IN THE HOSTEL ON THE PREMISES OF A MEDICAL COLLEGE AND THE ACCUSED WAS ARRESTED SOON AFTER: COPS
1 min
Biggest dam on Brahmaputra will not impact water flow to India, says China
CHINA SAID THAT THE DECISION TO BUILD THE DAM WAS MADE AFTER RIGOROUS SCIENTIFIC EVALUATION
1 min
UGC draft norms remove NET as must for assistant prof post
Clearing National Eligibility Test (NET) will no longer be a mandatory qualification for appointment as an assistant professor, according to the University Grants Commission (UGC) draft guidelines released by Union education minister Dharmendra Pradhan on Monday for faculty recruitment and promotions in higher education institutions.
2 mins
Tigress found dead, possibly electrocuted
A tigress was found dead in a forest at the Bhandara district in Maharashtra on Monday, following which one person was detained for questioning, an official aware of the matter said.
1 min
Implement Dec 2 Edict At Earliest: Jathedar To S.A.D.
Akal Takht Jathedar Giani Raghbir Singh on Monday asked the Shiromani Akali Dal (SAD) to implement the edict, which was announced on December 2 last year, at the earliest, as it referred to the direction of accepting the resignation of Sukhbir Singh Badal as the party chief.
1 min
Early steps to digital dignity
Draft rules to operationalise the digital privacy law call for wider discussions
2 mins
The real non-tariff barrier called CRA
The current model of sovereign credit rating has outlived its utility and is not in step with present global economic realities
4 mins
Put communities in charge of conserving sacred groves
The Supreme Court's recent judgment directing the government to adopt measures for the protection of sacred groves brings into focus the fundamental tension between the State and communities in environmental governance.
3 mins
A new chapter for India's regional strategic policy
In 2025, India's foreign policy must deftly navigate a rapidly evolving strategic landscape in the neighbourhood.
3 mins
Connecting the NCR with public transport
Call it the impact of the impending Delhi assembly elections, but the spree of public transit and infrastructure projects inaugurated in the past few days should serve the city and its hinterland well.
1 min
Bangladesh Court Issues 2nd Arrest Warrant for Hasina
A Bangladeshi court has issued a second arrest warrant for exiled former prime minister Sheikh Hasina, this time for her alleged role in enforced disappearances, the chief prosecutor said on Monday.
1 min
Five Indian-origin men charged with murder of Indian man in US
Five Indian-origin men have been charged with murder in the US in connection with the death of a 35-year-old man from India.
1 min
Hamas Names 34 Hostages It May Free for Gaza Ceasefire Deal
Hamas disclosed a list of 34 hostages it's willing to return to Israel in the first phase of a potential ceasefire in Gaza, which the US wants to achieve before President Joe Biden leaves office in two weeks.
1 min
Musk's Involvement in Politics Outside the US Worrying: Norway PM
Norwegian Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Støre said on Monday that he found it worrying that billionaire Elon Musk was involving himself in the political issues of countries outside of the United States.
1 min
10 yrs after attack: Charlie Hebdo unveils spl edition
French satirical newspaper Charlie Hebdo unveiled a special edition featuring a God-themed cartoon contest on Monday to mark 10 years since a deadly attack on its offices by Islamist gunmen.
1 min
Graft Is 'Biggest Threat' To Ruling Party: Xi
Corruption is the biggest threat to China's Communist Party, President Xi Jinping said on Monday, in a clear warning that the ruling party is resolved to tackle a long-running problem that is now entrenched in many strata of Chinese society.
1 min
Investigators Seek Extension of Warrant for Impeached Yoon
South Korea's corruption watchdog filed for an extension of a warrant to arrest impeached President Yoon Suk-yeol after their first attempt last week ended in failure following an hours-long standoff with his security team.
1 min
France: Sarkozy on Trial Over Alleged Gadhafi Financing Pact
Former French president Nicolas Sarkozy went on trial on Monday charged with accepting illegal campaign financing in an alleged pact with late Libyan dictator Moamer Gadhafi.
1 min
Starmer hits out at 'those spreading lies' after Musk's crime rate attacks
British Prime Minister Keir Starmer on Monday defended his record and slammed those \"spreading lies\" following days of hostile attacks from Elon Musk over historical child rape crimes in northern England.
2 mins
India Eyes Private Capital For $107 Billion Grid Expansion
India is asking states to attract more private capital to accelerate the expansion of its power transmission network, part of a plan to revamp the country's grid and accommodate more clean power.
1 min
Five-year plans back at Niti Aayog to cut emissions
Five-year plans that made an unceremonious exit nearly a decade ago are making a quiet comeback, this time to handhold India's decarbonization journey.
2 mins
Urban slump hits FMCG firms
Despite some pockets of resilience in rural markets and price hikes to combat inflation, India's consumer goods companies faced a challenging third quarter.
1 min
NCLAT to hear Meta's plea against ₹213 cr fine on Jan 16
META ASKED NCLAT TO HEAR THE CASE URGENTLY, NOTING ITS IMPLICATIONS AND THE STAKES INVOLVED
1 min
Viral fear, growth blues stalk stock markets
Stocks fall 1.5%, fear index up 15%; key indicator signals weakness
2 mins
Services activity rises to 4-month high in Dec
Growth in India's services activity, as measured by the Services Purchasing Manager's Index (PMI), rose to a four-month high of 59.3 in December, up from 58.4 in November, according to a release from S&P Global on Monday.
2 mins
SC Transfers CCI's E-commerce Probe Cases to K'taka HC
The Supreme Court on Monday centralised all petitions challenging the Competition Commission of India's (CCI) anti-trust probe against e-commerce giants Amazon and Flipkart to the Karnataka high court, while also urging the high court to decide the matter expeditiously.
1 min
How far are our leagues from introducing VAR?
Could take up to 18 months to implement it, says Trevor Kettle federation's chief refereeing officer
3 mins
Fan, Ma Long out of tour events over row with ITTF
These are somewhat turbulent times in world table tennis.
3 mins
Gambhir, Sharma face BCCI scrutiny
India have lost six of their last eight Tests; they were saved by the weather in Brisbane while the Perth Test win was the only bright spot.
3 mins
Tough questions for India after two debacles in a row
A second series loss raises more questions than answers as head coach's performance comes under the lens
3 mins
Kohli and dance of love and hate in Australia
They booed him. Then they cheered him. Then they cheered because he asked them to.
5 mins
Love lockdown: OYO's new rule for unmarried couples sparks mixed reactions
On Sunday, the hotel booking platform OYO introduced a new policy that prohibits unmarried couples from checking into its partner hotels in Meerut, Uttar Pradesh.
1 min
Sharvari named first-ever brand ambassador for Godrej Professional
Rising star and fashion icon Sharvari has been named the first-ever brand ambassador for Godrej Professional, a leading brand offering hair colour and care from the house of Godrej Consumer Products Ltd (GCPL).
1 min
No Matter What I Do, My Son Will Always Be My Priority: Sania Mirza
The former tennis star on being a single mum and feeling a sense of responsibility in the public eye
1 min
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