As many as 36 out of the 61 buildings of the University of Mumbai at its Kalina Campus are in regular use without the mandatory “Occupation Certificate” (OC) issued by the BrihanMumbai Municipal Corporation, rendering them technically illegal, an RTI reply has revealed. The Kalina Campus at Santacruz east, close[Read More…]
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Pressure from ‘all sides’ for my disqualification: Sharad Yadav
Veteran politician Sharad Yadav on Thursday said there was pressure from “all sides” to disqualify him from the Rajya Sabha, and that he knew it was a foregone conclusion. “I knew this (disqualification) is going to happen. Some media persons also wrote about it. I had mentally prepared myself for[Read More…]
Man burnt alive over ‘love jihad’, accused arrested
A man was arrested in Rajasthan on Thursday for thrashing a person before burning him alive to “save a girl from ‘love jihad’”, officials said. The accused, Shambunath Raigar, also recorded the horrific act which was uploaded on the social media. The incident took place in Rajasthan’s Rajsamand district and[Read More…]
Priyanka Chopra flattered by ‘Sexiest Asian Woman’ title
Actress Priyanka Chopra has been named ‘Sexiest Asian Woman’ for the fifth time in a row. She feels flattered. The “Quantico” star has topped a list of 50 ‘Sexiest Asian Women’, compiled by London-based weekly newspaper Eastern Eye. Priyanka tweeted: “I should thank my mom and dad for this award…lol![Read More…]
To address anti-incumbency, Amit Shah could be BJP’s CM face in Gujarat
In a last-minute bid to address anti-incumbency, BJP is mulling the option of soft projection of its national president Amit Shah as the chief minister candidate in Gujarat. In a high powered meeting held at the party’s Gujarat war-room, it was widely felt that while the Modi-Shah duo attracts immense[Read More…]
Trump officially recognises Jerusalem as Israeli capital
United States President Donald Trump on Wednesday formally recognised Jerusalem as the capital of Israel in the face of international criticism while asserting that he was “not taking a position of any final status” of the ancient city that is also claimed by Palestine. United Nations Secretary-General Antonio Guterres, speaking[Read More…]
Ranveer turns quirky policeman for ‘Simmba’
Rohit Shetty’s entertainment factor coupled with actor Ranveer Singh’s energy and enthusiasm lend a roaring charm to the first look of “Simmba”, their first movie together. Presented by Karan Johar, the movie has been locked for release on December 28 next year, it was announced on Thursday. Karan shared the[Read More…]
House of Representatives rejects resolution to impeach President Trump
The US House of Representatives rejected a resolution tabled by Democrat Texas Congressman Al Green to impeach President Donald Trump, the media reported. The resolution was rejected in a 364-58 vote on Wednesday evening, reports The Hill magazine. Every Republican voted with a majority of Democrats to turn away the[Read More…]
Flashback: Journalists recall Babri demolition as they saw it
After 25 years of Babri Masjid demolition, journalists here on Wednesday recalled their experiences of reporting on the watershed moment in the Indian politics, concluding that the act of vandalism which brought down the mosque was not a spontaneous act of passion of the people but outcome of a meticulous[Read More…]
Mandir will be built when Lord Rama wants it, Modi will not build it: Kapil Sibal
Senior Congress leader Kapil Sibal on Wednesday in a dig at Prime Minister Narendra Modi said that Ram Mandir will be built “when Lord Rama wants it and Modi will not build the temple”. “As far as Ram Mandir is concerned (Modiji), it will be built when Lord Ram wants[Read More…]
Meghalaya CM dares rebel Congress MLAs to quit assembly
Meghalaya Chief Minister Mukul Sangma on Wednesday dared rebel Congress legislators to resign from the assembly ahead of next year’s elections. “We know all who will resign. We will be happy to see if they resign as MLAs. That is why we have given enough time. If somebody has the[Read More…]
Will bring Odd-Even without exemptions: Delhi government to NGT
The Delhi government on Wednesday assured the National Green Tribunal (NGT) that it will bring the next Odd-Even traffic rationing scheme as per the tribunal’s direction that includes “no exemptions”. The NGT has directed the Delhi government and neighbouring states to clarify their action plans and how they would implement[Read More…]
Add bright and cosy throw, light candles to beat winter blues
Adding a bright and cosy throw on your sofa or lighting candles can add warmth to your home, suggest interior design experts. Adetee Sawhaney, Principal Designer, Altus Interio, and Ashish Gupta, Director, Inliving, have shared tips: * Bright and cosy throws: Winter is the finest time to pamper yourself with[Read More…]
Let Modi attack us more, Congress will win in Gujarat: Ashok Gehlot
Senior Congress leader Ashok Gehlot, who played a major role in social engineering by roping in Hardik Patel, Alpesh Thakore and Jignesh Mewani on the side of Congress in Gujarat, wants Prime Minister Narendra Modi to attack the party and Rahul Gandhi even more so that it will “ensure a[Read More…]
Sharad Yadav’s disqualification from Rajya Sabha illegal: Kejriwal
Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal on Wednesday termed the disqualification of rebel Janata Dal-United leader Sharad Yadav as illegal and unconstitutional and demanded it be revoked. “Disqualification of Sharad Yadavji is completely illegal and unconstitutional. It is a political vendetta. We strongly condemn it and demand that disqualification be revoked,”[Read More…]
Woman ‘marries’ UP CM to highlight plight of Anganwadi workers
Their demands stonewalled for a long time by the state government, Anganwadi workers in Uttar Pradesh have devised a new way to put pressure on the powers that be. Amid chanting of hymns and drum beating, an Aanganwadi worker from Sitapur symbolically “married” a picture of Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath.[Read More…]
RBI maintains key rates at 6 per cent, concerned over inflation
In its penultimate monetary policy review of the fiscal, the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) on Wednesday maintained status quo on its key lending rates citing concerns over the rising trajectory of inflation. The central bank said its repurchase rate, or the short-term lending rate for commercial banks, has been[Read More…]
Talk on Ram Mandir cancelled because JNU fears my arguments: Swamy
BJP parliamentarian Subramanian Swamy on Wednesday said his lecture on the Ram Mandir issue was cancelled by the Jawaharlal Nehru University (JNU) authorities because they feared his “powerful” arguments in favour of the temple. A talk by Swamy was scheduled to take place on Wednesday evening at Koyna Hostel in[Read More…]
Congress linking Ram temple issue with elections: PM Modi
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday accused the Congress of linking the Ram temple issue to the Lok Sabha elections and attacked senior leader Kapil Sibal’s arguments in the Supreme Court for deferring hearing the matter till after the 2019 polls. “Yesterday in the Supreme Court, a Congress MP Kapil[Read More…]
TVS Apache RR 310 launched at a price of Rs 2.05 lakh
TVS has launched its first fully faired and 300cc sportbike at a price of Rs 2.05 lakh (ex-showroom). The Apache RR 310 features a host of styling and technological additions to keep enthusiasts interested. Designed along the lines of a shark, the bike features sharp and angular lines with fin and gill-type details[Read More…]
Bitcoin: Approaching the ‘big short’ moment?
Investors everywhere (this is not a problem specific to India) are notorious for jumping on the newest, shiniest bandwagons without necessarily understanding what lies underneath the hood. What is a problem specific to India is the dichotomy of its burgeoning investor community lining up with alacrity for their golden tickets,[Read More…]
Renault rolls out year-end offers on the kwid
It is that time of the year when automakers shower discounts and goodies on their popular models. This is arguably one of the best times to buy your favourite set of wheels. The French automaker, Renault, is offering exciting year-end offers on its bread and butter model, the Kwid. Its December[Read More…]
Seven Maoists, including five women killed in Maharashtra police encounter
At least seven suspected Maoists, including five women, were killed in a gun-battle near Zinganur forests here on Wednesday, official sources said. The security forces managed to overcome the firepower of the Maoists in the deep jungles and eliminated seven of the attackers, according to officials. Details of the extremists[Read More…]
Unlike Modi I am human, thanks for pointing out mistake, Rahul tells BJP
Congress Vice President Rahul Gandhi on Wednesday thanked BJP for pointing out mistakes in his tweet question on Tuesday over inflation, saying that “unlike” Prime Minister Narendra Modi he was “human” and did make the odd mistake. He asked the BJP to “please do keep it coming”. “For all my[Read More…]
Money laundering case: ED notice to Misa Bharti, husband Shailesh
The Enforcement Directorate (ED) on Wednesday said that it has served a notice to RJD chief Lalu Prasad Yadav’s daughter Misa Bharti and her husband Shailesh for questioning in its ongoing probe into a money laundering case. An ED official requesting anonymity told IANS: “The Palam Farms in Delhi’s Bijwasan[Read More…]