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CGPSC State Engineering Services Exam 2017; Apply for 26 Vacancies Before Dec 1st 2017
The selection process will comprise of a written examination, followed by an interview for the candidates who qualify the first round. The final merit list will be based on the results of the written examination and performance of the candidates in the in...
Chandigarh Rape Case: Two Maternal Uncles Sentenced to Life Imprisonment
Additional District and Sessions Judge Poonam R Joshi, while pronouncing the quantum of sentence, also imposed a fine of Rs 3.05 lakh each in the case.
Will Khichdi Become India's National Dish? It is Anyway 'Undeclared' One, Says Harsimrat Badal
Harsimrat Kaur alleged that certain elements were trying to make a "political khichdi" to divide the country, "using a dish that united us all".
Kerala Love Jihad Case: Hadiya Not Safe at Home, Says Husband Shafin Jahan Ahead of Supreme Court Hearing
Hadiya’s case is at the centre of the ‘love jihad’ controversy in Kerala, which is now being probed by the National Investigation Agency (NIA).
PIL in Supreme Court Seeks Minority Status for Hindus in Eight States
With the Centre and state not notifying Hindus as a minority in these states, they are being deprived of their basic rights guaranteed under Articles 25 to 30, said the PIL.
40% Seats on Mumbai-Ahmedabad Bullet Train Route Go Vacant, Reveals RTI
According to RTI replies received by Mumbai activist Anil Galgali, only in the past one quarter, the Western Railway's staggering losses on this sector is nearly Rs 30 crore, or around Rs. 10 crore per month.
Indoor Air Pollution Behind 1.24 Lakh Premature Deaths in India in 2015, Says Report
The report states that while the country recorded 524,680 premature deaths in 2015 due to air pollution caused by the presence of ultrafine particulate matter PM2.5, "the biggest contributor was household air pollution, which was responsible for 124,207 p...
Singapore Foreign Minister Vivian Balakrishnan to Visit India Tomorrow
In New Delhi, Balakrishnan will call on Prime Minister Narendra Modi and co-chair the fifth meeting of the India-Singapore Joint Ministerial Committee (JMC) for Bilateral Cooperation with External Affairs Minister Sushma Swaraj.
India Not Unaffected by Global Challenges Like Terrorism, Radicalisation: Rajnath Singh
Addressing IPS probationers at Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel National Police Academy (NPA) in Hyderabad, Rajnath Singh said the next five years would be crucial for security forces in resolving challenges related to terrorism and communalism.
RSS to Closely Watch Modi Govt's Stand on Validity of Article 35A
It would be interesting to see how much influence the Centre draws from RSS’ views on the Kashmir issue as it finalizes its stand on Article 35A.
Man Behind Threat Note on Delhi-bound Jet Airways Flight Arrested, May End up on No-Fly List
The flight 9W339, which took off from Mumbai at 0255 hours, landed at Ahmedabad airport at around 0345 hours. A passenger onboard said the flight was diverted to Ahmedabad citing "security reasons".
Separatists Call for 'Mass Agitation' if SC Delivers Verdict Against Article 35A
In a joint statement in Srinagar, Syed Ali Geelani, Mirwaiz Umar Farooq and Mohammad Yasin Malik alleged the BJP government was working to sabotage the referendum process in Kashmir and described the PDP, its ruling partner in the state, as "an ally of th...
'Selfie With a Cow' Contest, Campaign to Save Bovine Animal
The 'Selfie with a Cow' or 'Cowfie' contest in the city has been arranged by an NGO named 'Go Seva Pariwar' and according to its officials the response is "very good".
Panchayat Paper not Enough to Prove Citizenship? 47 Lakh Assam Residents Await SC Ruling
By the end of this year, Assam will have its draft of National Register of Citizens, an updated list which will include those who came to the state before March 24, 1971. The fate of 47 lakh residents, however, hangs in the balance.
IIFPT Recruitment 2017 Tamil Nadu; 10 Vacancies for SRF, RA, PA, Walk-In Interviews on Oct 31
The Indian Institute of Food Processing Technology invites applications to fill 10 vacancies for contractual/time basis recruitment for their Thanjavur (Tamil Nadu) branch. Here's all you want to know.
AIMPLB Denies Meeting Sri Sri Ravi Shankar to Settle Babri Masjid Dispute Out of Court
The Babri Masjid-Ramjanambhoomi case is set to be heard from December 5 in the Supreme Court by a bench led by Chief Justice of India Dipak Misra. According to AIMPLB there has been no mediation attempts been made so far.