Odisha: Pramila Mallick elected as Assembly Speaker
Bhubaneswar/UNI: Six-time MLA and former Minister Pramila Mallick was elected unopposed as the Speaker of Odisha Legislative Assembly on Friday.
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I am disheartened: Canada-based Punjabi singer Shubh breaks his silence over India tour cancellation
Canada-based singer Shubhneet Singh, who is popularly known by his stage name Shubh, said he felt 'disheartened' after his India tour was cancelled following allegations of his support for Khalistan.
India-Canada diplomatic row: PM Justin Trudeau reiterates allegations against India over Khalistani leader Nijjar's killing
The simmering diplomatic spat between India and Canada escalated further as Canadian PM Justin Trudeau has once again repeated his charges on India's role in the killing of Khalistani separatist leader Hardeep Singh Nijjar, claiming that there are 'credible reasons' to believe the same.
In a historic move, Parliament clears Women's Reservation Bill; PM Modi calls it 'defining moment' for India democracry
New Delhi: Making history, the Women's Reservation Bill cleared through the Upper House this evening and now awaits the signature of the President to make 33 percent reservation for women in Lok Sabha and state assemblies official.
Passengers carried by domestic airlines grow 38.27% YoY
New Delhi: The number of passengers carried by domestic airlines from January to August 2023 reached an impressive 1190.62 lakhs, marking an increase of 38.27% compared to the same period last year.
India asks Canada to reduce diplomats' presence in country citing 'interference in our affairs'
New Delhi/IBNS: The Centre Thursday said it had asked Canada to downsize its diplomatic presence in India as it cited the "interference of Canadian diplomats in Indian affairs", amid the steadily worsening diplomatic row over the killing of a Khalistani terrorist.
DGCA suspends Air India's chief of flight safety for one month
New Delhi: The Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) has imposed a one-month suspension on Air India's chief of flight safety due to significant shortcomings identified during the regulator's examination of the airline's internal safety audits, accident prevention measures, and the availability of necessary technical personnel in July, media reported.
'No Indian visa for Canadians applying from other countries, too': MEA Spokesman Arindam Bagchi
Ottawa/ New Delhi: Even if a Canadian citizen resides in another country, they will not be eligible to apply for an Indian visa, said Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) spokesperson Arindam Bagchi on Thursday.
Lawrence Bishnoi gang claims responsibility for terrorist Sukhdool Singh's murder in Canada
New Delhi: Gangster Lawrence Bishnoi has claimed responsibility for the murder of terrorist Sukhdool Singh in Winnipeg city of Canada, India Today reported citing a post by his gang on Facebook.
Canadian High Commission 'adjust' staff presence; expects India to ensure safety of its diplomats
New Delhi: The Canadian High Commission in India has claimed that some of its diplomats have received threats on social media platforms and that it decided to temporarily adjust its staff presence in the country, media reports said.
Odisha: Pramilla Mallick files nomination for assembly Speaker post
Bhubaneswar/UNI: Senior BJD leader and six-time MLA Pramila Mallick filed her nomination for the post of Speaker of Odisha Legislative Assembly on Thursday.
Chandrababu Naidu arrest: TDP legislators create ruckus in Andhra Pradesh Assembly
Vijayawada/UNI: Opposition Telugu Desam Party (TDP) MLAs created ruckus in the Andhra Pradesh Assembly on the opening day of the monsoon session on Thursday.
"Golden moment in India's Parliamentary journey: PM Modi on Women's Reservation Bill
New Delhi/UNI: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday termed the passing of the Women Reservation Bill as a "golden moment in India's Parliamentary journey" and said it will take the country to new heights.
Parliament: Rajya Sabha takes up Women's Reservation Bill, discussion begins
New Delhi/UNI: A day after Lok Sabha passed the Constitution (128th Amendment) Bill, 2023 proposing 33 percent quota in the Lok Sabha and state Legislative Assemblies for women, Law Minister Arjun Ram Meghwal on Thursday introduced the document in the Rajya Sabha.
Uttar Pradesh: Four die, 2 injured as truck rams into dhaba
Hapur/UNI: Four people died and two others were injured when a truck rammed into a roadside eatery in the Dhaulana area of Hapur district in Uttar Pradesh, a police officer said on Thursday.
Khalistani leader Nijjar killing row: India suspends visa service in Canada till further notice as diplomatic standoff continues
Amid the ongoing diplomatic standoff between Ottawa and New Delhi over the alleged killing of Khalistani leader Hardeep Singh Nijjar in June, India has suspended visa services for Canadian nationals till further notice.
Historic bill for women’s empowerment unanimously passed in India’s Lok Sabha
In a momentous development for gender equality and women’s empowerment in India, the Lok Sabha, the lower house of Parliament, unanimously passed The Constitution (One Hundred and Twenty-Eighth Amendment) Bill, 2023.
Punjab gangster Sukhdool Singh killed in Canada: Reports
Amid the bilateral tension, Punjab gangster Sukhdool Singh aka Sukha Duneke of Davinder Bambiha gang has been killed in Canada's Winnipeg, media reports said.
Application of Delhi's ex-Health minister Satyendar Jain seeking transfer of his case dismissed
New Delhi/UNI: A court here on Wednesday dismissed the application of former Delhi Health Minister Satyendar Jain seeking transfer of his case to another judge.
Parliament: Historic Women's Reservation bill in Rajya Sabha today
New Delhi/IBNS: The historic bill seeking reservation for women in Parliament and state assemblies will face a test in Rajya Sabha on Thursday, a day after it was almost unanimously passed in Lok Sabha.
Khalistani leader Nijjar killing: US seeks India's cooperation in Canada's investigation
The US has termed Canadian PM Justin Trudeau's allegation about India's involvement in the killing of Khalistani leader Hardeep Singh Nijjar as 'very serious'.
Nitish Kumar doubts BJP's intention on passing Women's Reservation Bill
Patna/IBNS: Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar Wednesday expressed serious doubt over the intention of the ruling Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) in implementing the Women's Reservation Bill even after its clearance in the Parliament.
JDS-BJP alliance: HD Kumaraswamy to visit Delhi tomorrow
Bengaluru/IBNS/UNI: JDS leader HD Kumaraswamy will visit New Delhi on Thursday to discuss the possible pre-poll alliance between his party and BJP for the 2024 Lok Sabha elections in the state.
PM Modi thanks MPs 'across party lines' for voting in support of Women's Reservation Bill
New Delhi/IBNS: Prime Minister Narendra Modi thanked Members of Parliaments across party lines who voted in favour of the historic Women's Reservation Bill which cleared the Lok Sabha hurdle Wednesday with the support of 454 voice votes.
If we reserve Wayanad or Hyderabad, you will say it's political: Amit Shah on delimitation need for Women's Quota Bill
New Delhi/IBNS: Amid Oppositions' two big questions, Union Home Minister Amit Shah addressed the Lok Sabha on why the implementation of the Women's Reservation Bill, which was passed in the lower house Wednesday, is being delayed by tying it to census and delimitation.
Women's Reservation Bill cleats Lok Sabha test, to be presented in Upper House tomorrow
New Delhi/IBNS: The historic Women's Reservation Bill designed to provide 33 percent reservation to women in Parliament and state assemblies was passed in the Lok Sabha on Wednesday after hours of fierce debate.
Rahul Gandhi backs Women’s Reservation Bill in Lok Sabha but demands OBC quota
New Delhi/IBNS: Congress MP Rahul Gandhi Wednesday supported the Women’s Reservation Bill in the Lok Sabha, but said it was "incomplete" without a quota for OBC representatives.
Women's Reservation Bill: Smriti Irani slams Opposition over 'jumla' jibe
Union Women and Child Development Minister Smriti Irani on Wednesday hit out at the Opposition for calling the Women's Reservation Bill a "jumla", and said the Narendra Modi government was determined to implement the legislation in letter and spirit.
India-Canada row: BookMyShow cancels rapper Shubh's tour after alleged support to 'Khalistan'
Ticket booking platform BookMyShow on Wednesday cancelled the upcoming Indian tour of Canada-based rapper Shubhneet Singh aka Shubh.
Exercise utmost caution: India issues advisory for its nationals, students in Canada amid diplomatic standoff over Nijjar killing
In yet another tit-for-tat, New Delhi has issued a travel advisory for Indians who are currently in Canada, a measure taken a day after Ottawa issued a similar message for its nationals.