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Angela Merkel, Emmanuel Macron to Deepen Franco-German Cooperation, Strengthen EU
In a joint statement on the occasion of the 55th anniversary of the Franco-German Cooperation Treaty, also known as the Elysee Treaty, Merkel and Macron said they had agreed to draw up a new treaty this year.
Corruption in Judiciary Can Compromise India's Internal Security, Says J&K Governor
Addressing the top most intelligence officers of the country, Jammu and Kashmir Governor Narinder Nath Vohra on Sunday said that people might fall prey to those who want to sabotage the internal security of the country if they feel that corruption is the...
Judges Row: To Increase Transparency, CJI Dipak Misra May Make Case Allocation System Public
Sources said Justice Misra has held deliberations with fellow judges and also taken into account the suggestions put forth by the Supreme Court Bar Association and a clear-cut roster system is likely to be followed in the apex court for allocation of case...
Delhi Waqf Board's Draft Graveyard Policy Proposes Annual Fee for Burials
The policy also recommends "reuse" of the land and that no pucca or permanent grave be allowed, said a Waqf Board official. The grave would be allowed only on allotment basis for a minimum period of 3 years and up to a period of 30 years against the payme...
Pressure Mounts on Pakistan, UN Team to Check Its Compliance With Security Council Sanctions
The UN monitoring team's visit is taking place amid increasing pressure on Pakistan from the US and India with respect to the inadequate implementation of the sanctions on Saeed and entities linked to him.
Republican Congressman Patrick Meehan Removed From Ethics Committee Over Sexual Harassment Claim
Meehan, a Republican congressman from Pennsylvania, denied allegations of inappropriate behaviour brought against him by an employee, his spokesman, John Elizandro, said in a statement on Saturday.
In New York, Tourists Left High and Dry as Statue of Liberty Shuts Down
The National Park Service announced on Friday afternoon that it would close the historic statue and nearby Ellis Island to visitors if Congress failed to reach a funding deal by midnight.
Giant Killers Girona Derail Atletico Madrid's Faint Title Race Hopes, Sevilla Win
Atletico Madrid's faint hopes of chasing down runaway Liga leaders Barcelona suffered a fresh blow on Saturday as they were held to a 1-1 draw at home to Girona, meaning they could fall 11 points behind the Catalans by the end of the weekend.
From Planning to Execution: Lt Gen DS Hooda Reveals Inside Story of the Surgical Strikes
There is no doubt that many contributed to the success of the surgical strikes, from the political will displayed to those who assisted in preparing a brilliant plan.
Bawana Fire: 17 Killed, Man Detained Says He Was Running Delhi Cracker Factory Alone
Thirteen people died on the first floor, three on the ground and one in the basement. A few jumped off the terrace of the building to save themselves and sustained injuries.
Bodh Gaya on High Alert After Recovery of Bombs, NIA Team Arrives
Bodh Gaya has been put on high alert in view of the presence of the Dalai Lama and the constant influx of high-profile visitors who wish to meet the Tibetan spiritual leader.
IMF, World Bank Laud RBI for 'Strengthening' Supervision
The International Monetary Fund (IMF) and the World Bank had released two separate main Reports of the 2017 India Financial Sector Assessment Programme (FSAP) in December 2017.
Govt Set to Hit Divestment Goal First Time Post ONGC-HPCL Deal
The higher receipt from disinvestment will help the government in sticking to its fiscal deficit target of 3.2 per cent of the GDP this financial year, which may see lower collections from the newly introduced Goods and Services Tax.
Government Restricts Imports of Petcoke for Users in Delhi Region
India is the world's biggest consumer of petroleum coke, better known as petcoke, which is a dark solid carbon material that emits 11 percent more greenhouse gases than coal.
Four Held for Trying to Sell "Genie in a Bottle"
The police have arrested four persons, including a police driver, from Burdwan for attempting to sell a "genie in a bottle" to a resident of Baguiati near Kolkata.
AAP Calls Disqualification of MLAs ‘Unconstitutional’, Appeals to President to Hear Case
"The disqualification of 20 AAP MLAs was his gift to Modi. What is the reason for this gift? Why it has been given? Aam Aadmi Party and the country want to know this," senior AAP leader Gopal Rai said.