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Leopard trapped in poultry farm rescued in Almora district

THE LEOPARD HAS BEEN BROUGHT TO THE ALMORA RESCUE CENTRE WHERE DOCTORS WILL CONDUCT A MEDICAL CHECK-UP. IF FOUND HEALTHY, THE LEOPARD WILL BE RELEASED

In view of tourist influx, Mussoorie gears up for major traffic overhaul

The Uttarakhand government is gearing up for a major overhaul in traffic management in Mussoorie with a slew of measures, including a comprehensive action plan to tackle persistent traffic congestion, in view of tourist influx, especially in summer months and year-end festivities, people aware of the matter said.

MAN ARRESTED FOR SHOOTING AT FACTORY STAFFER

Haridwar police has arrested a salon worker, who had injured a female factory employee by firing at her at point-blank range on Tuesday at SIIDCUL, officials investigating the matter said.

Police to conduct DNA test of suspects after 16-year-old gives birth

POLICE LODGED A RAPE CASE AFTER THE MINOR AND HER MOTHER REFUSED TO REGISTER AN FIR AGAINST THE ACCUSED

Seer to stage stir after admin denies nod to 'Dharma Sansad'

After Haridwar district administration denied permission for the three-day 'Dharma Sansad' (religious congregation), Juna Akhada Mahamandaleshwar Swami Narsinghanand Giri said he will stage a protest outside the Supreme Court on December 21 to voice his dissent over not being allowed to hold a religious event to pay tributes to Hindus affected by communal violence in Bangladesh.

Schools to be closed in Pauri area amid panic after big cats' sighting

At least 13 government schools and aanganwadi centres will remain closed in Rikhnikhal area in Pauri Garhwal district till December 22 after a tiger and a leopard were spotted in the area, triggering panic among the villagers, an official said.

Soon, verification drive for madrasas in U'khand

It is just a part of BJP's polarisation agenda. They have been trying to target a particular community with their divisive politics KARAN MAHRA, Cong chief

All processes for yatra authority should be done by Jan: Dhami

Chief minister Pushkar Singh Dhami on Friday directed officials concerned to complete all processes for forming the Yatra Development Authority by January 30 next year and asked them to make efforts to increase the carrying capacity of Badrinath, Kedarnath, Gangotri and Yamunotri by developing infrastructure facilities at these shrines.

'INDIA-US DEFENCE RELATIONSHIP IS PROGRESSING IN EXCITING WAYS'

The defence relationship between India and the US is accelerating and advancing in terrific and exciting ways, the Pentagon has said amid the transition from the Joe Biden administration to that of President-elect Donald Trump.

The Pole Star of India's chess camp, from Anand to Gukesh

Radosław Wojtaszek was around 21 years old and rated 2600 when he joined Viswanathan Anand's World Championship team. He had played against Anand in a Bundesliga game in 2007, which ended in a draw. Soon after, to the Pole's surprise, Anand asked him if he would be willing to join his team.

LIVERPOOL IN LEAGUE CUP SEMIS, ARSENAL ADVANCE TOO

Liverpool moved into the League Cup semi-finals as the holders won 2-1 against managerless Southampton, while Gabriel Jesus ended his goal drought with a hat-trick in Arsenal's 3-2 victory over Crystal Palace on Wednesday.

Ashwin's call and why retirement can be a fresh start

Ashwin's sudden turn midway through a Test series has shocked everyone. It seems he ended his glorious spell angry/frustrated/disappointed; he wasn't central to the Indian team's plans anymore.

Richa, Smriti take India to series win

Smriti Mandhana (77) and Richa Ghosh (54) led the charge in an emphatic win for India as they defeated West Indies by 60 runs in the third T20I, clinching the series 2-1 at the DY Patil in Navi Mumbai on Thursday.

KOHLI CONFRONTS MEDIA OVER FAMILY PRIVACY IN MELBOURNE

India batter Virat Kohli was involved in a verbal exchange with a media person at the Melbourne Airport, upon arriving in Victoria ahead of the Boxing Day Test at the Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG).

ICC agrees on hybrid model, India to play CT games at a neutral venue

The International Cricket Council (ICC) on Thursday approved the hybrid model for next year's Champions Trophy, ending a month-long deadlock over the venue for the competition.

Ashwin back home, says zero regrets on retirement

Off-spinner Ravichandran Ashwin returned home to Chennai on Thursday morning one day after his retirement from international cricket midway through India's ongoing Test series against Australia.

Micromax, Phison form JV for storage chips

Indian mobile phone company Micromax Informatics has tied up with Taiwanese NAND storage chip maker Phison Electronics to develop high-end storage products for enterprise, automotive and artificial intelligence (AI) models.

FMCG firms may hike prices by 5% amid rising costs

Your next pack of cookies could be lighter than the one you got for the same price last time.

BHARTI AIRTEL PAYS ₹3,626 CR TO CLEAR 2016 SPECTRUM DUES

Indian telecom carrier Bharti Airtel has made an early payment of ₹3,626 crore to the Indian government, the company said on Thursday, settling all its liabilities for the spectrum acquired in 2016.

Govt to make online grocers sell pulses under Bharat Dal

Virtual shelves of online grocers, such as Amazon, Flipkart, and Swiggy, may soon see the debut of an unlikely item: Subsidised dal from the Government of India.

Fed sneezes, Indian markets catch cold

Falling streak Nifty and Sensex closed 1.02% and 1.2% lower, after the Fed decision to slow rate cuts rattled stocks worldwide.

Ukraine peace deal: Putin says he's open for talks with Trump

Russian President Vladimir Putin said on Thursday he was ready for talks at \"any time\" with US President-elect Donald Trump, who has touted his ability to strike a Ukraine peace deal within hours of coming to office.

US prez pledges to cut GHG emissions by more than 60%

I'm proud that my administration is carrying out the boldest climate agenda in American history. JOE BIDEN, US President

Trump tariffs and the making of a trade war

Before targeting the US's two neighbours and rival China, Donald Trump should bear in mind that there will be no winners in this war

Oscars are no yardstick to judge Indian cinema

The failure of Laapataa Ladies to make it to the Best International Feature shortlist at the Oscars means that this prize will continue to elude Indian cinema.

Five principles integral to better schooling systems

WHILE THERE IS A CASE FOR A COMMON CURRICULUM, IT MUST HAVE OPPORTUNITIES FOR LOCAL DEVELOPMENT OF TEACHING AND LEARNING METHODS THAT RESPECT LOCAL CONTEXTS.

Power shifts in China's defence establishment

There are signs that the Chinese military is facing significant internal strife.

Commonwealth, climate action key in PM-King Charles III talks

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday held a conversation with King Charles III and said that the two had discussions on topics of mutual interest, including the Commonwealth, climate action, and sustainability while extending his best wishes for the King's health and well-being.

EC SUMMONS EPS AND OPS IN 'TWO LEAVES' SYMBOL ALLOTMENT CASE

The Election Commission of India (ECI) has called AIADMK general secretary Edappadi Palaniswami (EPS) and expelled party leader O Panneerselvam (OPS) to appear for a personal hearing on December 23 in New Delhi.

Sidda slams Shah over remarks on Ambedkar

Stepping up the attack against Union minister Amit Shah for his comments on BR Ambedkar in the Parliament, senior Congress leader and Karnataka chief minister Siddaramaiah on Thursday claimed that Shah would have been a \"Gujari\" (scrap dealer) if there wasn't Ambedkar's Constitution.