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11:16 PM

Third day of WTO meet: No breakthrough on agri, fisheries subsidies issues

According to an official speaking on Wednesday, members of the World Trade Organisation have not made significant progress on critical issues related to agricultural and fisheries subsidies. This lack of progress is due to both developed and developing countries firmly maintaining their respective positions.

9:50 PM

Two pedestrians killed in Jamtara accident

Two persons walking on the track were run over by the train at least 2 km away from train no. 12254 passing from Vidyasagar Kasitar. There is no incident of fire. As of now, two deaths have been confirmed. The deceased are not passengers, they are walking on the track. A 3-member JAG committee has been formed to enquire about the issue: Kaushik Mitra, CPRO, Eastern Railway

8:59 PM

Our govt is safe, says Himachal CM Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu after meeting party observers

After a meeting with party observers, Himachal Pradesh Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu expressed confidence, stating, "...Discussion was held regarding elections. Our government is safe..."

8:50 PM

Umar Khalid has moved a Delhi's Karkardooma Court seeking regular bail

Umar Khalid, Former JNU student leader and accused in the larger Conspiracy of Delhi Riots case, has moved a Delhi's Karkardooma Court seeking regular bail in the matter. He has been in custody since September 2020. 

 

The court has sought response from Delhi police on the bail application of Umar Khalid. It is his second bail application seeking regular bail. The matter has been listed on March 11, 2024, for reply and arguments on bail.

8:35 PM

Congress leader Vikramaditya Singh, son of Virbhadra Singh, takes back his resignation as Himachal minister

In signs of a thaw in the infighting-riddled Himachal Pradesh unit of the Congress, state minister Vikramaditya Singh has taken back his resignation hours after tendering it. Six Congress MLAs had cross-voted in favour of the BJP candidate in the Rajya Sabha election on Tuesday, leading to the party suffering a stunning defeat.

8:33 PM

Our govt is safe, says Himachal CM Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu after meeting party observers

After a meeting with party observers, Himachal Pradesh Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu expressed confidence, stating, "...Discussion was held regarding elections. Our government is safe..."

8:33 PM

Jairam Thakur on notice to 6 Congress MLAs who voted for BJP candidate

On notice to 6 Congress MLAs who voted for the BJP candidate in the Rajya Sabha elections yesterday, Himachal Pradesh LoP Jairam Thakur says, "...as we said yesterday, they will suspend BJP MLAs to pass the budget. Now they are moving towards taking action against the MLAs who supported the BJP candidate. We will fight the battle."

7:11 PM

Reliance-Disney media operation merged entity valued at Rs 10,352 cr

Reliance-Disney media operation merged entity valued at Rs 10,352 cr; Reliance and subsidiary to hold 63.16 per cent, Disney to own 36.84 per cent.

6:39 PM

Gender budgeting under PM Modi has gone up by 239% in last decade, says Smriti Irani

She added, "CII and FICCI will give instruments to India to train professionals in gender budgeting. In India today we are well positioned between the Global South and the Global North, we have a democratic glow that can keep these two parts together. We are hoping to be a bridge and hope it can be built on equity and equality, gender as a topic helps us do that."

6:37 PM

PM Modi unveils infrastructure projects worth over Rs. 4900 crores in rail, road and irrigation sectors

4:52 PM

Gyanvapi mosque case: Supreme court to hear case on March 1

The mosque committee has challenged the Allahabad High Court order which dismissed a plea challenging the Varanasi district court's decision to allow Hindu prayers in a cellar of the Gyanvapi mosque.

4:38 PM

Liquor policy case: SC extends protection against arrest to BRS Leader K Kavitha

The BRS leader, who is also the daughter of former Telengana Chief Minister K Chandrasekhar Rao, was questioned last by the central agency in December 2022. In March last year, K Kavitha appealed to the top court, seeking relief from questioning by the Enforcement Directorate.

 

4:31 PM

Sunil Bharti Mittal becomes first Indian to get Honorary Knighthood from King Charles III

Bharti Enterprises Founder and Chairman Sunil Bharti Mittal has been awarded the Honorary Knighthood, the Knight Commander of the Most Excellent Order of the British Empire (KBE), by King Charles III for advancing India-UK business relations. The KBE is among the highest honours given by the British Sovereign to civilians. 

4:29 PM

BJP’s fear is increasing as PDA family grows: SP chief Akhilesh Yadav

A day after Samajwadi Party's candidate lost due to cross-voting in the Rajya Sabha polls, SP chief Akhilesh Yadav saidthat strict action would be taken against the rebel legislators and pointed out that the BJP thus acted because they fear the expanding PDA (Backward, Dalit and Minority) in SP. The SP chief has floated the acronym PDA — ‘Picchde’ (backward classes or OBCs), Dalits and ‘Alpsankhyak’ (minorities).

2:38 PM

LIVE update: CBI summons SP chief Akhilesh as witness on Feb 29

Samajwadi party Chief Akhilesh Yadav has been summoned as a witness by CBI tomorrow for questioning in a case related to illegal mining.