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Cops' 2024 Count: 244 Maoists, 4 Qaeda Men

Jharkhand police will remember 2024 for the arrest of 244 Maoists, 971 cyber criminals and four Al-Qaeda militants, besides winning two medals in national events, peacefully completing assembly and Lok Sabha elections and developing software to curb cybercrime menace.

CID Takes Charge of Investigation in Sensational Sasaram Police Firing Case

The Bihar Police Headquarters (PHQ) informed on Tuesday that the Criminal Investigation Department (CID) has been tasked with investigating the alleged murder of Rana Omprakash alias Badal and the injuries sustained by his two friends, Atul Singh and Binod Singh, in an alleged firing incident involving the Sasaram Traffic deputy superintendent of police (DSP) and his bodyguard on the night of December 27, officials said.

Backing nurse on death row in Yemen: Foreign ministry

The Indian government is extending all possible help in the case of Nimisha Priya, an Indian national on death row in Yemen, the external affairs ministry said on Tuesday hours after the Yemeni president approved her death sentence.

No evidence of paper leak in BPSC exam: Nitish aide

So, as of now, we hold that there has been no paper leak. This is also the stand of the Bihar Public Service Commission. VIJAY KUMAR CHAUDHARY, Bihar minister

Grigor Dimitrov Eases into Second Round in Brisbane

Defending champion Grigor Dimitrov eased into round two of the Brisbane International with a hard-fought win over qualifier Yannick Hanfmann on Monday, but Holger Rune crashed to defeat.

There Are Things I Personally Need to Look At: Rohit

India skipper Rohit Sharma looked shattered as he confessed to being \"disturbed\" after the heavy loss to Australia in the fourth Test here, saying there are \"things\" that he needs to address at a personal level apart from the team's collective problems amid intense focus on his form.

Cummins rates Australia's win over India at MCG as his greatest

Pat Cummins said Monday he rates the fourth Test victory over India by 184 runs as \"right at the top\" of the greatest games he has played in for Australia.

New Zealand Beat Sri Lanka By 45 Runs To Take A 2-0 Series Lead

Sri Lanka again fell short in a tough run chase as New Zealand won the second Twenty20 international by 45 runs Monday to take an unassailable 2-0 lead in the three-match series.

Rupee Volatility Puts RBI's Currency Strategy in Focus

A gauge of the Indian rupee's volatility jumped to its highest level in over a year, fueling speculation that the nation's central bank may be easing its tight grip on the currency amid a strong dollar.

BII to Make Final Tranche of Investment in M&M's EV Arm

Automaker Mahindra & Mahindra Ltd on Monday said British International Investment Plc will make a final tranche investment of ₹650 crore, as against earlier planned investment of ₹725 crore, in its electric vehicles arm.

Tea Industry Sees Production Fall, Rise in Exports in 2024

The tea industry is likely to witness a fall in total production by over 100 million kg this year due to erratic weather conditions coupled with early annual closure of gardens, resulting in an increase in cost per kg for planters, stakeholders said on Monday.

Housing sales decline in 2024, industry pins hope on budget

New home sales in India declined for the first time since the pandemic, as a sharp rise in housing prices and elevated borrowing costs ruined buyers' appetite in 2024 and the real estate industry is now eyeing the upcoming Budget for favourable economic conditions -- a key to reviving demand conditions.

India Inc seeks tax relief, fuel duty cut in pre-budget talks

Representatives from industry bodies sought reduction in personal income tax rates to ensure higher disposable income in the hands of the middle class, reduction in excise duty on fuel, and measures to provide impetus to employment-intensive sectors in their customary pre-budget meeting with the Finance Minister on Monday.

Indian Cos Raise Record Funds Via Corporate Debt In 2024, Set To Rise Further

Indian companies' fundraising through corporate bonds hit a record high in 2024, aided by declining yields and stronger appetite for long-term notes, and investors expect issuances to remain robust in 2025.

Indian Economy Set to Improve in 2025: RBI Guv

Facing criticism from the government over the central bank prioritising inflation over growth, the new RBI governor Sanjay Malhotra on Monday said that prospects of the Indian economy are expected to improve on the back of high consumer and business confidence in 2025.

Adani to exit Wilmar JV in deal worth over $2 bn

Proceeds from the stake sale will be used to turbocharge the growth of AEL

Syria's long-ruling Baath party nears collapse after Assad ouster

A few days after insurgents in Syria overthrew President Bashar Assad, his ruling Baath party announced it was freezing its activities, marking a stunning change in fortunes for the political group that had ruled for more than six decades.

At Least 71 People Killed in Ethiopia Road Accident

At least 71 people died in Ethiopia when a truck packed with passengers plunged into a river, according to the spokesperson for the southern Sidama regional government and a statement.

Russia Vows to Punish Plane Crash Culprits

Azerbaijan said on Monday that Moscow had promised to punish those responsible for the downing of an Azerbaijan Airlines plane that Baku says was shot at by Russian air defences.

Jimmy Carter, 39th US president, Nobel winner, passes away at 100

A moderate Democrat, Carter ran for president in 1976 as a little-known Georgia governor with a broad grin and effusive Baptist faith

S Korea Probes Airline Safety After Deadly Crash

South Korea's acting President Choi Sang-mok on Monday ordered an emergency safety inspection of the country's entire airline operation as investigators worked to identify victims and find out what caused the deadliest air disaster on South Korean soil.

Careless smoking' sparks raging fire in Maharashtra's Dindoshi hills

Latest in a series of such fires aimed at destroying forest land for realty market, say environmentalists

U'khand: IMD Predicts Dry Weather for 6 Days, Avalanche Alert for Chamoli

India Meteorological Department (IMD) Dehradun Centre has forecast dry weather conditions in the state from December 30 to January 5.

Preparing for the Trump disruption

India has the diplomatic wherewithal to deal with Trump 2.0 even as issues such as H-1B visa and trade will test ties from time to time

Liberalisation & liberalism: Legacy of Manmohan Singh

The unexpected eruption of nostalgia and admiration for Manmohan Singh from people across the country is testimony to what he stood for.

Start to finish, golden year for Indian chess

In a year when India's cricket team lifted the T20 World Cup after 17 years, sparking a reception in Mumbai befitting the occasion, and shooter Manu Bhaker brought back unprecedented twin bronze medals from the Paris Olympics, chess quietly emerged as the sport that consistently perched the country on top of the world.

The Choice Before Us: Star Trek or Mad Max

The world is at a crossroads. If we channel resources to ensure equality, manage risks, and enhance autonomy, we can navigate toward a future where technology is a force for good

Why Indians Don't Have One Happy New Year

Around midnight of December 31, when several people in India will sit before their television sets (the rest will be busy at parties), they will invariably be greeted with visuals of places in New Zealand, Australia, Japan and Korea that have already celebrated \"Happy New Year\", with skylines flaring up in panoramic colours and revellers rocking in sheer joy.

4 Criminals Held in Bharat Mala Project Base Camp Attack Case

Four criminals were arrested from different parts of Palamu district in Jharkhand in the Bharat Mala Project base camp firing case on Monday, police said.

One arrested with narcotics worth ₹8.8 crore at Gaya airport

Customs officials at Gaya International Airport on Sunday seized hydroponic marijuana, a high-grade narcotic and psychotropic substance, valued at Rs 8.8 crore.