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• Oct 12, 2021 11:30 pm IST

  Covid vaccination: Gurugram achieves 14% of mega drive target on Day 1

  The district health department administered over 21,300 doses of Covid-19 vaccines on Tuesday, achieving 14% of its 150,000 target on Day 1 of a three-day statewide mega vaccination drive. Read more

• Oct 12, 2021 11:23 pm IST

  Russia hits new record for Covid-19 deaths

  Russia on Tuesday recorded 973 deaths due to Covid-19, highest single-day toll since the beginning of the pandemic last year. Russia has repeatedly hit record daily death tolls this month, and daily infections also have been hovering near all-time highs, with 28,190 new cases reported Tuesday.

Oct 12, 2021 09:44 pm IST

Mumbai Cyber Police's email account hacked by Pak malware attack

A preliminary enquiry by Mumbai Police has revealed that an email with the subject “Terrorists behind JK attacks gunned down in Mumbai” that has an attached PDF document named ‘Intelligence Report,’ was sent somewhere from the Punjab province of Pakistan. The email was received by Maharashtra government offices and even those of other states in India. Probe found that on clicking the PDF document, the malware gets downloaded in the user's computer system and further compromises it. Moreover, the email was sent from the hacked email of a senior inspector of cyber police station of Mumbai police. Following this, Maharashtra cyber department has written to all government offices in the state and other states, warning them not to open the email.

Oct 12, 2021 09:18 pm IST

‘Increasing spread of terrorism in Africa is matter of concern’: MoS MEA Muraleedharan at UNSC

Union minister of state MEA V Muraleedharan said that the rising “spread of terrorism in Africa is [a] matter of serious concern,” while addressing the UN Security Council on Tuesday. “What's even more unfortunate is that these terrorist forces and groups receive encouragement from member states, seeking to divide communities by legitimising terrorist activities,” he added.

Oct 12, 2021 09:09 pm IST

Union Cabinet approves proposal for launching of affiliated Sainik Schools 

The Union Cabinet on Tuesday approved proposal for launching of affiliated Sainik Schools under Sainik Schools Society. These Schools will function as an exclusive vertical which will be different from existing Sainik Schools, ANI quoted the Defence Ministry as saying.

Oct 12, 2021 07:40 pm IST

PM Modi calls for urgent & unhindered humanitarian assistance to Afghans during G20 Summit 

After attending the G20 Summit on Afghanistan, PM Modi tweeted that he stressed on preventing the Afghan territory from becoming the source of radicalisation and terrorism during the Summit. “Also called for urgent and unhindered humanitarian assistance to Afghan citizens and an inclusive administration,” he added.

 

Oct 12, 2021 06:17 pm IST

‘There will be repercussions’: PDP leader Mehbooba Mufti on arrests over civilian killings in J&K

PDP leader Mehbooba Mufti on Tuesday told ANI that the recent civilian killings in Jammu and Kashmir are “saddening” and the failure of the Union territory (UT) government. “As a cover-up, government is arresting people without evidence. If they keep arresting repercussions will be dangerous, everyone will have to pay the price,” she was quoted as saying.

Oct 12, 2021 05:29 pm IST

Non-bailable warrant issued against NCP leader Eknath Khadse's wife

A Special PMLA court on Tuesday rejected the anticipatory bail application of Mandakini Khadse, wife of Nationalist Congress Party (NCP) leader Eknath Khadse, and issued a non-bailable warrant against her by naming her as an accused in the Bhosari (Pune) Land deal case by the Enforcement Directorate (ED). Besides Mandakini, the ED had named Eknath Khadse and his son-in-law Girish Chaudhari as accused in the case.

Oct 12, 2021 04:42 pm IST

CBI court defers Gurmeet Ram Rahim's sentencing order to Oct 18

A special CBI court in Panchkula on Tuesday deferred the sentencing order of Dera Sacha Sauda chief Gurmeet Ram Rahim to October 18. Rahim was recently held guilty of conspiring the murder of the former dera manager Ranjit Singh in 2002.

Oct 12, 2021 04:32 pm IST

EU announces 1-billion euro aid package for Afghanistan

The European Union (EU) has announced an aid package worth 1 billion euros for Afghanistan, which is controlled by Islamist militant group Taliban now.

Oct 12, 2021 04:27 pm IST

Pak terrorist Mohd Asraf sent to 14-day police custody

Pakistani terrorist Mohd Asraf, who was arrested from Delhi's Laxmi Nagar area earlier in the day, has been remanded to14-day police custody.

Oct 12, 2021 04:03 pm IST

Civil aviation ministry allows 100% capacity of domestic flights from October 18 onwards

Th Union ministry of civil aviation on Tuesday announced restoration of domestic operations in flights from October 18 onwards, and issued a circular permitting 100% capacity of domestic flights.

Oct 12, 2021 03:37 pm IST

Earthquake of 6.3 magnitude hits Greek island of Crete

An earthquake of 6.3 magnitude hits Greek island of Crete, AFP reported.

Oct 12, 2021 02:57 pm IST

BJP MP Manoj Tiwari stable after sustaining injuries in protest outside Kejriwal's house

BJP MP Manoj Tiwari on Tuesday sustained injuries in the protest outside Delhi chief minister Arvind Kejriwal's house against the ban on Chhath puja celebrations. The Delhi police used water cannons to disperse BJP workers protesting outside the CM's house, Abhay Verma, chief spokesperson of Delhi BJP, said. “He (Tiwari) sustained injuries as he was standing on the barricade when the water cannon was used to disperse us. He is stable now," Verma added.

Oct 12, 2021 02:42 pm IST

Encounter underway between security forces and terrorists in J&K's Pangai

An encounter is currently underway between the security personnel and terrorists in the Pangai Area in Jammu and Kashmir's Rajouri district.

Oct 12, 2021 02:13 pm IST

Ex-Mumbai police chief Param Bir Singh fails to appear before city crime branch in extortion case

Former Mumbai Police commissioner Param Bir Singh failed to appear before the Crime Branch of Mumbai Police that had sent him a notice asking him to appear before them. He was summoned to record his statement in an extortion case lodged against him by the branch, ANI reported.

Oct 12, 2021 01:55 pm IST

Lakhimpur Kheri violence case: Congress delegation to meet President Kovind tomorrow

A seven-member Congress delegation, led by former party chief Rahul Gandhi, will meet President Ram Nath Kovind on Wednesday over the Lakhimpur Kheri violence case, after the Rashtrapati Bhavan, on Tuesday, scheduled their appointment with the President in this regard. Read More

Oct 12, 2021 01:42 pm IST

UN panel says it can't rule on climate case brought by Thunberg

A UN panel said it could not immediately rule on a complaint by Swedish teenager Greta Thunberg and others that state inaction on climate change violates children's rights, adding that they should have taken the case to national courts first.

Oct 12, 2021 01:19 pm IST

Covaxin gets SEC emergency use nod for children

Bharat Biotech's Covaxin gets SEC emergency use nod for children between 2-18 years of age

Oct 12, 2021 01:02 pm IST

After Sameer Wankhede’s stalking claim, Maharashtra home minister reacts

Maharashtra home minister Dilip Walse Patil said on Tuesday he did not have any information about senior officials of the Narcotics Control Bureau (NCB), including Mumbai zonal director of the agency Sameer Wankhede, being watched by the Mumbai Police. Read More

Oct 12, 2021 12:39 pm IST

Indian, American, Japanese, Australian navies kick off Malabar drills

India, the US, Japan, and Australia on Tuesday kicked off the second phase of this year’s Malabar naval drills in the Bay of Bengal. The three-day exercise seeks to build on the synergy, coordination, and interoperability developed during the first phase held in August, the Indian Navy said. Read More

Oct 12, 2021 12:38 pm IST

Maharashtra govt issues SOPs to reopen auditorium and cinema halls from October 22

The Maharashtra government has issued SOPs to reopen auditorium and cinema halls from October 22. Under the guidelines, the occupancy of the cinemas / theatres / multiplexes / auditorium shall not be more than 50% of their total beating capacity. Visitors will also be asked to show ‘safe status’A on the Aarogya Setu App, the rules also mandate.

Oct 12, 2021 12:09 pm IST

'Red Light on, Gaadi off' initiative to begin from Oct 18: Delhi CM

We had started the 'Red Light on, Gaadi off' initiative last year. This will begin again from 18th October, as soon as you stop at a Red signal, turn down the engines of your vehicle. You can begin today itself, though it'll be formally launched on 18th, says Delhi chief minister Arvind Kejriwal.

Oct 12, 2021 11:58 am IST

Over 650 fast track courts set up in India: PM Modi

For women safety, one-stop centres have been set up in over 700 districts, providing medical, police, mental counselling and legal help to them. Over 650 fast track courts have been set up, and for heinous crimes like rapes provision of death penalty has been introduced: PM Modi

Oct 12, 2021 11:51 am IST

PM Modi addresses 28th NHRC Foundation Day

Today, India is providing paid maternity leave of 26 weeks to career women. This is basically the protection of the rights of newborn children...: PM Modi at 28th NHRC Foundation Day

Oct 12, 2021 11:47 am IST

Nation is going ahead with ‘Sabka Saath, Sabka Vikas’: PM Modi

Nation is going ahead with 'Sabka Saath, Sabka Vikas, Sabka Vishwas, Sabka Prayas'. In a way, it also works on basic principle of ensuring human rights for all. If Govt starts a scheme and it benefits only a few, it'll raise the issue of rights, says Prime Minister Narendra Modi at 28th NHRC Foundation Day program.

Oct 12, 2021 11:43 am IST

1 unidentified terrorist killed in ongoing operation in J&K

A fresh encounter broke out between the security forces and terrorists in Feeripora area of Shopian district in Jammu and Kashmir. Read More

Oct 12, 2021 11:07 am IST

‘Stopped at the Bareilly airport': RJD's Jayant Chaudhary

RLD Chief Jayant Chaudhary claime he is stopped at Bareilly airport. He was on his way to Tikunia from Bareilly for the antim ardas program for the four farmers who died in Lakhimpur Kheri violence. “I want to join the last prayer of the farmer. But I have been stopped at the Bareilly airport and made to sit in the lounge!" he tweeted.

Oct 12, 2021 10:42 am IST

Delhi HC dismisses plea challenging Rakesh Asthana's appointment as police commissioner

The Delhi High Court on Tuesday dismissed a plea challenging the appointment of Rakesh Asthana as the city Police comissioner.

Oct 12, 2021 10:27 am IST

Will Quad stand-up to dragon breathing fire from Indo-Pacific to Ladakh?

The condescending statement issued by PLA's Western Theatre Command spokesperson after the unproductive 13th round of senior military commanders meeting on Sunday to de-escalate situation in East Ladakh is reflective of the overall Chinese belligerence towards its perceived adversaries with dragon breathing fire from Indo-Pacific to Ladakh. Read More

Oct 12, 2021 09:35 am IST

India's daily Covid-19 tally drops to 14,313, lowest spike in months

India's daily Covid-19 tally drops to 14,313, lowest spike in the last 224 days, according to the Union ministry of home and family welfare.

Oct 12, 2021 09:15 am IST

Lakhimpur Kheri violence: Farmers to observe 'Shaheed Kisan Diwas' today

Farmers protesting against the Centre’s three farm laws will observe 'Shaheed Kisan Diwas' on Tuesday to pay tribute to the four farmers who lost their lives in the Lakhimpur Kheri violence, the Samyukt Kisan Morcha (SKM) said in a statement on Monday.

Oct 12, 2021 08:09 am IST

Priyanka Gandhi Vadra to visit Lakhimpur Kheri today

Congress General Secretary Priyanka Gandhi Vadra to visit Lakhimpur Kheri today where she will take part in the 'antim ardaas' of farmers who died in the violence there on October 3.

Oct 12, 2021 08:02 am IST

In 12 days, Delhi reports over a 100 cases of dengue

139 cases of Dengue reported in Delhi so far in the month of October, 217 cases were reported in September. A total of 480 cases of Dengue have been reported in the national capital so far this year,  shows a report by the SDMC.

Oct 12, 2021 07:22 am IST

One man dies in Bengaluru after a short circuit 

A man was killed due to a short circuit in a house that was flooded, in Konappana Agrahara limits of Bengaluru.  There were two people in the house, the second person managed to escape unhurt, informs Dr Sanjeev M Patil, deputy Commissioner of Police.

Oct 12, 2021 07:19 am IST

Search operation underway in J&K's Rajouri

An encounter and search operation is underway in Dehra Ki Gali (DKG) area, Rajouri,  where one JCO & four soldiers had lost their lives during a counter-terror operation on Monday.

Oct 12, 2021 06:45 am IST

India set to ink key trade deals by next year

India is set to conclude three major trade agreements with the United Arab Emirates, the United Kingdom and Australia by 2022, and is close to signing early harvest trade deals separately with the three nations, three people aware of the development said.

Oct 12, 2021 06:06 am IST

PM Modi to address 28th NHRC foundation day programme today

Prime Minister Narendra Modi will address the 28th National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) foundation day programme on Tuesday through video conferencing.

Oct 12, 2021 05:35 am IST

Quad navies set to kick off 2nd phase of Malabar drills

India, the United States, Japan and Australia will kick off the second phase of this year’s Malabar naval drills in the Bay of Bengal on Tuesday, with the exercise seeking to build on the synergy, coordination and interoperability developed during the first phase held in August, the Indian Navy said in a statement.