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Dharmendra Pradhan defends new higher education Bill, says sovereign authority always with government

New Delhi, Dec. 16 -- Amid criticism that the proposed Viksit Bharat Shiksha Adhishthan Bill, 2025, centralises power by vesting final authority with the government, Union Education Minister Dharmendr... Read More


"So excited to be part of Kolkata...": Cameron Green looks forward to Eden Gardens atmosphere after joining KKR

Abu Dhabi, Dec. 16 -- Australian all-rounder Cameron Green expressed his excitement after being signed by Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) for Rs 25.2 crore at the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 Auction,... Read More


Bangladesh celebrates victory over Pakistan in 1971 liberation war

Dhaka, Dec. 16 -- Bangladesh on Tuesday celebrated the 54th anniversary of its victory against Pakistan in the liberation war with India's support, and to mark the solemn moment, 54 paratroopers parac... Read More


Campaign in full swing ahead of election to choose top leadership of Communist Party of Nepal- UML

Kathmandu, Dec. 16 -- Election campaign is in full swing ahead of voting to elect the top leadership of CPN-UML led by former Nepali PM KP Sharma Oli in Kathmandu. The voting which is scheduled for 4... Read More


Insurance Amendment Bill seeks to accelerate growth of sector, improve regulatory oversight: Nirmala Sitharaman

New Delhi, Dec. 16 -- The Lok Sabha on Tuesday took up for consideration a bill that seeks to accelerate the growth and development of the insurance sector, ensure better protection of policyholders a... Read More


Punjab govt declares Amritsar, Anandpur Sahib and Talwandi Sabo as Holy Cities

Chandigarh, Dec. 16 -- The Punjab government on Monday formally declared the walled city of Amritsar, Sri Anandpur Sahib in Rupnagar district, and Talwandi Sabo (Sri Damdama Sahib) in Bathinda distric... Read More


Rajasthan Royals co-owner Manoj Badale speaks on Sangakkara's appointment as coach, dismisses RR sale rumours

Abu Dhabi, Dec. 16 -- Rajasthan Royals co-owner Manoj Badale speaks about Kumar Sangakkara's appointment as head coach and dismisses RR sale rumours, saying, "It's been on for 17 years." RR confirmed... Read More


Himachal Pradesh CM Sukhu leads anti-Chitta awareness walkathon organised in Hamirpur

Shimla, Dec. 16 -- Himachal Pradesh Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu on Tuesday led an Anti-Chitta Awareness Walkathon in Hamirpur, energising a statewide public movement against the deadly synth... Read More


Unidentified drone spotted over explosives manufacturer's airstrip in Nagpur; police launch probe

Nagpur, Dec. 16 -- An unidentified drone was spotted flying over the airstrip of explosives manufacturer Solar Industries in Nagpur, triggering serious security concerns. Following the incident, Nagpu... Read More


India criticises Pakistan's democratic situation, flags jailing of Imran Khan, military-backed constitutional changes

New York, Dec. 16 -- India on Monday (local time) sharply criticised Pakistan's domestic political situation at the United Nations Security Council, flagging Islamabad for jailing former Pakistani Pri... Read More