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Govt mulls hallmarking for silver & silver artifacts

The Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) should consider implementing mandatory hallmarking for silver and silver artifacts following consumer demands, said Food and Consumer Affairs Minister Pralhad Joshi.

AMFI Puts 13 Proposals From Mutual Fund Industry For Union Budget 2025

The Association of Mutual Funds (AMFI) has released a document with 13 proposals from the Mutual Fund Industry to the Finance Ministry for the upcoming Union Budget 2025.

Bloodbath in market amid fears of HMPV

At close, the Sensex was down 1,258.12 pts and Nifty was down 388.70 pts

Congress Is Ready To Certify Trump's Election Win, But His 6 January Legacy Hangs Over The Day

No violence, protests or even procedural objections in Congress are expected this time. Republicans from the highest levels of power who challenged the 2020 election results when Trump lost to Democrat Joe Biden have no qualms this year after he defeated Vice President Kamala Harris

Shooting Attack on a Bus Carrying Israelis in the Occupied West Bank Kills 3

Gunmen opened fire on a bus carrying Israelis in the occupied West Bank on Monday, killing at least three people and wounding seven others.

The Brutalist and Emilia Perez triumph at Golden Globes

Two wildly audacious films—Brady Corbet's 215-minute postwar epic The Brutalist and Jacques Audiard's Spanish language, genre-shifting trans musical Emilia Perez—won top honors at the 82nd Golden Globes on Sunday.

NSG commandos strengthen security at Mahakumbh Mela

The National Security Guard (NSG) has taken charge to prevent potential terrorist threats at the Mahakumbh Mela.

Over 33 lakh users from 183 countries visit Mahakumbh website

The Mahakumbh 2025, renowned as the largest human gathering and an intangible heritage of humanity representing Sanatan culture, has sparked global curiosity.

Sambhal Violence: Woman 'stone-pelter' arrested, was seen hurling stones at UP cops

More than a month after violent protests rocked the Sambhal city, the Uttar Pradesh police on Monday apprehended a woman \"stone-pelter\" who was hurling stones at them from the house rooftop.

8 Security Personnel, Driver Killed in Maoist Attack

The Security Team Was Returning From a Joint Anti-Maoist Operation When Their Vehicle Was Targeted

Akhilesh Yadav alleges large-scale corruption in BJP govt in UP

Alleging large-scale fraud in the BJP government in Uttar Pradesh, Samajwadi Party President Akhilesh Yadav said corruption is at its peak with loot at every level.

CM Himanta Biswa Sarma Meets Industry Leaders in Mumbai for Investment in Assam

Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma showcased optimism about the state's investment potential during his visit to Mumbai, emphasizing a dual focus on infrastructure development and attracting investors.

SP's Ayodhya MP challenges CM Yogi on Milkipur Assembly bypolls

Samajwadi Party MP from the Ayodhya Lok Sabha constituency Awadhesh Prasad dared Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath to accept the challenge of his son and SP candidate from Milkipur, Ajit Prasad.

Bijapur journalist murder: Mastermind Suresh Chandrakaar arrested in Hyderabad

In a significant breakthrough, Chhattisgarh Police's Special Investigation Team (SIT) has arrested Suresh Chandrakaar, a contractor and Congress worker, accused of masterminding the gruesome murder of journalist Mukesh Chandrakaar.

The Taliban Fiasco: A Lesson for Pakistan

The Centre for Research and Security Studies states that in 2024, Pakistan had a total of 1,166 terrorist attacks and counter-terrorism operations, which resulted in 2,546 fatalities and 2,267 injuries.

S Korea Must Confront Hard Truths

This New Year dawns under a shadow in South Korea, absent the usual joy and optimism.

Overcoming adversity in 2025

Filipinos have consistently met the coming of a new year with hope and excitement, as it represents a fresh start, looking forward to better days ahead, and a chance to begin again after reflecting on the year that was.

Austrian divisions

Austria is at a critical juncture as political uncertainty looms following the resignation of Chancellor Karl Nehammer.

Surya Kiran 18: Indo-Nepal Joint military exercise strengthens counter terrorism skills

The 18th Indo-Nepal Joint Exercise, Surya Kiran, is currently underway in Nepal, highlighting the enduring partnership between the two armies.

CJI Sanjiv Khanna recuses himself from petitions relating to adoption of IOA, AIFF constitution

Chief Justice of India (CJI) Sanjiv Khanna on Monday recused himself from hearing a clutch of petitions regarding the adoption of the draft constitution of the All-India Football Federation (AIFF) and the Indian Olympic Association (IOA).

Kashmir's rail link with rest of the country will stimulate region's economy, tourism: Leaders

Jammu and Kashmir leaders say that Kashmir's rail link with the rest of the country will stimulate economic growth and tourism as a separate railway division at Jammu was virtually inaugurated by Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday.

Will stay in NDA, removed those suggesting changing alliance, says CM Nitish Kumar

Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar has reiterated that he will remain in the National Democratic Alliance (NDA) dismissing any possibility of aligning with other political groups.

HC gives 6 weeks to MP govt for Bhopal Gas tragedy waste disposal

High Court asks government to clear all doubts, take public into confidence

SC to Hear on 25 March Pleas Against Koli's Acquittal in Nithari Killings

The Supreme Court on Monday posted for hearing on 25 March a batch of appeals against the Allahabad High Court order acquitting Surendra Koli, a death row convict, in 12 cases of rape and murder that took place in Nithari village, Noida bordering Delhi in 2005/2006.

Protesting Farmers to Meet SC-Appointed Committee's Chairperson Justice Nawab Singh

The Supreme Court on Monday was informed by the Punjab government that the farmers agitating for their demands including legally guaranteed Minimum Support Price for their agricultural produce would be meeting Justice Nawab Singh, the Chairperson of the High-Powered Committee that was constituted by the top court to negotiate with the protesting farmers.

Prashant Kishor's arrest ignites protests against Bihar govt, supporters vow to intensify stir

The arrest of Jan Suraj Party founder Prashant Kishor, during his hunger strike at city's Gandhi Maidan on Monday morning has sparked widespread protests and criticism of Bihar police's alleged excesses.

Kerala High Court refuses to order CBI probe into death of ADM Naveen Babu

The Kerala High Court on Monday refused to order a CBI probe into the death of former Kannur Additional District Magistrate Naveen Babu.

ACB Serves KTR With Fresh Notice To Appear Before It On 9 January

BRS working president KT Rama Rao asked the Anti-Corruption Bureau probing the Formula E race scam to defer his interrogation till the Telangana High Court gives its verdict on his petition to quash the FIR against him.

TN Governor Ravi boycotts Assembly, leaves House in a huff

This is the second time that Ravi had boycotted the Assembly in the first session of the year

T'gana CM Urges PM to Sanction Regional Ring Rail for Hyderabad

Telangana Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy on Monday requested Prime Minister Narendra Modi to sanction a Regional Ring Rail, like the Regional Ring Road, for the state.