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'MGNREGA workers to get wages within 7 days'

LUCKNOW, Dec. 24 -- The Uttar Pradesh government on Tuesday said that the wages of MGNREGA workers will now be paid in seven days, instead of 15, and the guaranteed that the number of work days will b... Read More


Cyber offences can attract Rs.1 cr fine, 7-year jail: Govt tells assembly

LUCKNOW, Dec. 24 -- The Uttar Pradesh government on Tuesday said cyber offences, including the circulation of obscene and offensive content on social media, can face penalties of up to Rs. one crore a... Read More


'Submit affidavits before making allegations in House'

LUCKNOW, Dec. 24 -- Uttar Pradesh legislative assembly speaker Satish Mahana on Tuesday said that members should submit affidavits to him before making allegations against anyone in the House. Mahana ... Read More


House pays tributes to 5 former members

LUCKNOW, Dec. 24 -- The Uttar Pradesh Assembly on Tuesday paid tributes to five former members who recently passed away. Speaker Satish Mahana informed the House about the demise of former MLAs Purnam... Read More


War of words in Council over Codeine syrup, Vande Mataram, SIR

LUCKNOW, Dec. 24 -- Samajwadi Party and Bharatiya Janata Party lawmakers came face to face in the legislatative council on Tuesday over the codeine cough syrup row. The issue was raised by SP lawmaker... Read More


Ahn Bo-hyun: Tough star with a tender core

India, Dec. 24 -- South Korean actor Ahn Bo-hyun, known for his rugged on-screen persona, is set to return as the tough guy with a warm heart in Spring Fever. The actor recently surprised fans by reve... Read More


Europe auto supply-chain stress a boon for India cos

New Delhi, Dec. 23 -- Financial stress among European auto component makers is expected to create business opportunities worth up to $1.5 billion for Indian suppliers such as Samvardhana Motherson and... Read More


Smartwatches are now evolving into health devices

NEW DELHI, Dec. 23 -- Smartwatches are getting smarter-at least, health-wise. These devices, so far largely considered lifestyle accessories with basic fitness-tracking features mostly shunned by medi... Read More


Magh Mela brings hope, livelihoodto 27 Prayag riverside villages

PRAYAGRAJ, Dec. 23 -- With just two weeks left for the grand 44-day annual religious fair of Magh Mela, Prayagraj is buzzing with preparations. More than a spiritual congregation, the event has become... Read More


UP's Rs. 24,496.98-cr suppl budgetgives priority to growth, welfare

LUCKNOW, Dec. 23 -- With a focus on industrial development, energy, health and urban development, the Uttar Pradesh government presented a supplementary budget of Rs.24,496.98 crore for the current fi... Read More