Cong Kang slams PM’s Pal statement, seeks debate
Dismissing Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s statement on the situation in West Asia as a “master class in braggadocio, cowardice and partisan dialogue”, the Congress on Monday demanded a debate in Parliament on the current conflict so…
Anti-corruption agency meets to develop group strategic roadmap
New Delhi: The three-day meeting of the 12th steering committee of anti-corruption law enforcement agency Global Operations Network (GlobE Network), which has members of investigative agencies from 135 countries, kicked off in the national capital on…
The number of parliamentary seats may increase to 816, 1/3 of which are reserved for women
New Delhi: The government hopes to introduce at least two bills, including a constitutional amendment, to reserve one-third of seats for women in the next Lok Sabha polls and subsequent assembly elections in the current session of Parliament. The move is…
2 Indian-flagged oil tankers pass through Strait of Hormuz; Iran denies taking ransom
NEW DELHI: Two Indian-flagged LPG tankers carrying around 92,600 tonnes of cooking gas crossed the war-hit Strait of Hormuz on Monday evening. The shipping ministry said the two vessels, Jag Vasant and Pine Gas, are likely to arrive at the port between…
Nirav Modi appears in person to fight Rs 100-crore Indian Bank case in London
TOI London correspondent: Fugitive Jeweler Nirav Modi On Monday, he appeared in person before the London Circuit Commercial Court to fight another legal battle – with Indian banks claiming over Rs 100 crore from him.He was a litigant himself until…
Parl group calls for comprehensive ‘gender-sensitive’ laws to combat cybercrime
Nedry: Taking into account the sharp rise in cybercrimes against women and children over the years, a parliamentary committee has recommended that the government should launch a structured and time-bound review to develop “comprehensive and…
Jammu University panel recommends removing Jinnah, Sir Syed, Iqbal from PG syllabus; J&K minister, BJP Neeta opposes proposal
JAMMU: An expert committee constituted by Jammu University to review the syllabus of the Masters in Political Science course has recommended the removal of Muhammad Ali Jinnah, Sir Syed Ahmed Khan and Muhammad Iqbal from the chapter on “Modern…
Ladakh leader says Wangchuk should become member of central Ladakh negotiating team
Srinagar: Ladakh representative says environmentalists and Leh Apex Body (LAB) members Golden Wangchuck should be included in the next round of talks with the Centre.Speaking at a gathering organized by the LAB to welcome Wangchuk in Leh on Sunday, its…
FIR alleges Pahalgam hotel concealed accommodation status of foreigners, mainly British
SRINAGAR: Police on Monday registered an FIR against a hotel in J&K’s Pahalgam for allegedly concealing the accommodation of foreign guests, mostly British citizens.The case was filed against the Lady Misty Hill Hotel after police discovered…
PM Modi congratulates Uttarakhand government on completion of four-year term, CM Pushkar Singh Dhami reacts
New Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi congratulated the Uttarakhand government led by Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami on completing its four-year term and praised its efforts in driving development, ensuring good governance and promoting public…