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Countdown To Start From Tomorrow: ISRO Chief On Aditya L-1 Mission Launch

ISRO Chairman S Somanath on Thursday said the space agency was getting ready for the September 2 launch of the country's ambitious solar mission, Aditya-L1 and that the countdown for its launch will... from NDTV News- Special https://ift.tt/jbeyLIl

Chief Economic Adviser's Prediction On India's GDP Growth, Fiscal Deficit

Chief Economic Advisor V Anantha Nageswaran on Thursday said the economy is expected to grow at 6.5 per cent in the current fiscal notwithstanding deficient rains in August. from NDTV News- Special https://ift.tt/QoCphMF

Grandmaster Koneru Humpy Excited About Young Indian Chess Brigade

World's youngest female GM Koneru Humpy on Wednesday said the recent success of young Indians at the World Cup will take the legacy of Viswanathan Anand forward from NDTV News- Special https://ift.tt/xMX1ACz

Delhi Man Who Intervened In Roadside Fight Stabbed To Death

Three people were arrested for allegedly killing a person in a road rage incident in central Delhi's IP Estate area, police said on Wednesday. from NDTV News- Special https://ift.tt/iFKj7kd

Felling Of Mango, Five Other Tree Species Banned In Himachal

In a crackdown against timber and fuel wood smuggling in the state, the Himachal Pradesh government Tuesday banned the felling of mango and five other tree species with immediate effect. from NDTV News- Special https://ift.tt/UYXto4W

iPhone 15 Series to Launch on September 12 at Apple 'Wonderlust' Event

iPhone 15 series has now got an official launch date as the California-based tech giant has announced its upcoming Apple 'Wonderlust' Event. The event is all set to be take place on September 12, and... from NDTV News- Special https://ift.tt/RMcJEei

OpenAI Introduces ChatGPT Version for Large Business With More Security

Artificial intelligence leader OpenAI said on Monday it is releasing a version of ChatGPT targeted to large businesses, increasing the overlap in what OpenAI and its financial backer Microsoft offer... from NDTV News- Special https://ift.tt/3HyFqV5

After successful Moon mission Chandrayaan-3, India to shoot for Sun on September 2

As Vikram and Pragyan, the Chandrayaan-3 lander and rover, continue to do science on the Moon, Isro has set the date for the launch of its solar mission — 11.50am, on September 2. The agency has completed the integration of the Aditya-L1 spacecraft — India’s first solar observatory mission — with its workhorse launch vehicle, the PSLV, at Sriharikota.

Verstappen Wins Dutch GP For Record-Equalling Ninth Successive Victory

Max Verstappen's 11th success from the 13 races staged this season extended his lead to 138 points in the championship over teammate Sergio Perez. from NDTV News- Special https://ift.tt/kqb6S9F

3 Farmers Enter Well To Repair Motor Pump, Die Of Suffocation In UP: Cops

Three farmers died allegedly due to asphyxiation after entering a well to repair a motor pump in a village here on Saturday, police said. from NDTV News- Special https://ift.tt/PtzaE6I

Driver Stuck Between Truck Tyres, Dragged For 500 Metres In Punjab, Dies

A tractor driver was killed on Saturday allegedly after his vehicle collided with a truck, which dragged him along for 500 metres after he got stuck between the tyres of the tractor, the police said. from NDTV News- Special https://ift.tt/ghawXMB

Will Strengthen 2018 Guidelines To Curb Hate Crimes: Supreme Court

The Supreme Court Friday said it will strengthen its 2018 guidelines for dealing with mob violence, hate speeches and lynching to ensure that culprits are dealt with equally. from NDTV News- Special https://ift.tt/YhDrx6g

Asia Cup 2023 Hit By Covid Scare After Two Sri Lanka Stars Test Positive

The Sri Lankan team management said the duo contacted COVID-19 during the latter stages of the LPL 2023. from NDTV News- Special https://ift.tt/sDTHlgY

SpaceX Sued by US Justice Department Over Alleged Discrimination in Hiring

The US Justice Department sued Elon Musk-owned rocket and satellite company SpaceX on Thursday for allegedly discriminating against asylum seekers and refugees in hiring. In job postings and public... from NDTV News- Special https://ift.tt/Sgmx6jc

Chilling Video Shows Police Rescuing Woman Chained To Floor Of US Home

The police reached the location at around 7 p.m. on Wednesday after a neighbour reported hearing screaming. from NDTV News- Special https://ift.tt/PVoMnsy

"Goa's Common Civil Code Matter Of Pride, Example For Country": President

President Droupadi Murmu on Tuesday hailed the "common civil code" in Goa, saying that it was a matter of pride for the state and a good example for the country. from NDTV News- Special https://ift.tt/dYpKZSD

Delhi Police's Advisory On Road Safety Has Witty 'Guns & Gulaabs' Reference

The police department shared a picture to remind citizens of some basic traffic rules and the repercussions one would face if not abiding by them. from NDTV News- Special https://ift.tt/OyVrzYd

Kishan, Samson Or Rahul - India's Wicket-Keeper Conundrum In Asia Cup 2023

The choice for wicket-keepers remain a main concern for Indian cricket team selectors ahead of Asia Cup 2023. from NDTV News- Special https://ift.tt/X2wjTUH

Hyderabad Man Kills 8-Year-Old Daughter To Take Revenge From Estranged Wife

A man allegedly killed his eight-year-old daughter here by slitting her throat with a sharp knife as he bore a grudge against his estranged wife and committed the crime as a form of revenge, police... from NDTV News- Special https://ift.tt/pfbDnS5

Medical Colleges Set Up From 2024-25 Session Allowed To Have Max 150 Seats

Medical colleges established from 2024-25 academic session onwards shall have a maximum of 150 undergraduate seats, provided the institute follows the ratio of 100 MBBS seats for 10 lakh population in... from NDTV News- Special https://ift.tt/TF764jU

"When Good Economists Become Politicians": Union Minister Jabs Ex RBI Chief

Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw on Saturday called former RBI governor Raghuram Rajan a politician who is "doing shadow-boxing on somebody's behalf". from NDTV News- Special https://ift.tt/Dm4vriu

3 Killed, 10 Injured After Explosion In Scrap Shop In Ladakh's Kargil

Three people were killed while 10 sustained injuries in an explosion inside a scrap dealer's shop in Kargil district of Ladakh on Friday, officials said. from NDTV News- Special https://ift.tt/aEgtL9k

Bengaluru Man's Post On Mumbai Autos Not Accepting UPI Sparks Debate Online

He added that the condition is extremely different in comparison to Bengaluru where drivers have multiple scanning. from NDTV News- Special https://ift.tt/sqU3KT9

Sanjay Raut's Associate Sujit Patkar Arrested In COVID Centre 'Scam'

The Economic Offences Wing (EOW) of Mumbai Police on Thursday arrested businessman Sujit Patkar, a close friend of Shiv Sena (UBT) MP Sanjay Raut, in a case related to Lifeline Hospital Management... from NDTV News- Special https://ift.tt/xnGz5Fi

Ashok Gehlot's rare open support for Pilot, thanks to BJP

Deadline To Apply For Judicial, Technical Posts At NCLAT Till September 1

The Ministry of Corporate Affairs (MCA) on Thursday said it has extended the deadline for submitting applications for the post of judicial and technical members at NCLAT till September 1. from NDTV News- Special https://ift.tt/Z8EejXI

Man Claims His Boss Yelled At Him For Charging Phone At Work

In a Reddit post that is going viral, a user shared that his boss yelled at him for charging his phone at work. from NDTV News- Special https://ift.tt/HyGdYlB

Alia Bhatt Gives A Shout Out To Bigg Boss OTT 2 Winner Elvish

Elvish Yadav beat Alia Bhatt's sister Pooja Bhatt in the Bigg Boss OTT season 2 finale to claim the winner's trophy from NDTV News- Special https://ift.tt/DniNfrI

SpiceJet Pilot's Independence Day Announcement Fills Internet With Pride

In a video going viral, Captain Mohit Teotia marked India's77th Independence Day by saluting all those freedom fighters who sacrificed everything for this country. from NDTV News- Special https://ift.tt/FgZDLpX

US Woman Pours Soda Over Herself To Erase DNA After Killing Roommate

However, her DNA was later found on the handle of a knife found lying next to the victim's body. from NDTV News- Special https://ift.tt/t95vkhI

"My Father Did Drop Bombs, But...": Sachin Pilot Slams BJP Leader's Tweet

Congress leader Sachin Pilot on Tuesday hit out at BJP IT department head Amit Malviya for claiming that his father Rajesh Pilot dropped bombs as an air force pilot in Mizoram in March 1966. from NDTV News- Special https://ift.tt/DdXvLqN

India, UAE Undertake First-Ever Crude Oil Transaction In Local Currency

The first-ever crude oil transaction under the newly implemented Local Currency Settlement (LCS) system took place on Monday between Abu Dhabi National Oil Company (ADNOC) and Indian Oil Corporation... from NDTV News- Special https://ift.tt/fUaQwkp

"Bengal Was Once Cradle Of Renaissance": JP Nadda's Swipe At Trinamool

BJP national president JP Nadda on Sunday said West Bengal, once a cradle of the country's renaissance, is now lagging behind because of TMC misrule. from NDTV News- Special https://ift.tt/Jw0r3lj

Adani Ports Delivers Strongest Ever Quarterly Operating Performance During Q1 FY24

Adani Ports and Special Economic Zone Ltd (APSEZ) today announced its results for the first quarter ended June 30. from NDTV News- Special https://ift.tt/rJB9GCT

4th T20I: How India blew away West Indies for series-levelling victory

India made a complete mockery of the 179 chase as Yashasvi Jaiswal and Shubman Gill's belligerent opening stand powered India to a series-levelling nine-wicket victory in the fourth T20I against West Indies in Lauderhill, Florida on Saturday. Jaiswal and Gill smoked dazzling half-centuries as the duo toyed with the West Indies bowling attack during the chase, helping India cross the finish line without breaking a sweat.

After 6-Year-Old's Death, TTD To Install 500 CCTV Cameras At Vulnerable Spots

In the wake of the heart-rending incident where a six-year-old girl Lakshita, feared to have been died in a wild beast attack in the Alipiri Footpath route on Friday night, TTD stepped up security... from NDTV News- Special https://ift.tt/kNATZOz

Jeff Bezos Buys $68 Million Mansion On Florida's Exclusive Island

Amazon founder Jeff Bezos has purchased a new home in Florida's "Billionaire Bunker" for reportedly $68 million. from NDTV News- Special https://ift.tt/BDNVylt

"Resolve Peacefully," Says India On South China Sea Issue

Referring to the recent incident of water cannon being used at Philippines supply boat by Chinese coast guard ship, India on Friday said that issues in the South China Sea need to be resolved... from NDTV News- Special https://ift.tt/MJvdPz3

Dhawan Announces His Choice For India's No. 4 Batter As World Cup Looms

With question marks over the fitness of Shreyas Iyer, the number four position in the Indian ODI set-up is up for grabs ahead of the World Cup from NDTV News- Special https://ift.tt/kp3qBsm

Consuming Sugary Drinks Daily Raises Liver Cancer Risk In Women: Study

Consuming sugar-sweetened drinks daily may be associated with an increased risk of liver cancer and chronic liver disease, especially in older women. from NDTV News- Special https://ift.tt/iwDBU76

Wanted In Gujarat For Liquor Smuggling, Trader Shot Dead In Rajasthan: Cops

A liquor trader wanted in Gujarat for smuggling contraband was shot dead in Sachore by three assailants in an apparent fallout of rivalry between two groups, police said on Tuesday. from NDTV News- Special https://ift.tt/CG0otQd

Rajya Sabha Passes Registration Of Births And Deaths (Amendment) Bill

Parliament on Monday approved a bill that allows the use of a birth certificate as a single document for admission to an educational institution, issuance of a driving licence, preparation of voter... from NDTV News- Special https://ift.tt/9lD3KFz

166 Passengers Put On 'No Fly List' Since 2021: Minister Tells Rajya Sabha

Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) has placed 166 passengers in the 'no fly list' from 2021 till date, Union minister of state for civil aviation General VK Singh (Retd) told the Rajya Sabha... from NDTV News- Special https://ift.tt/Ffw1yZd

Didn't Attend Rajya Sabha Today Due To "Illness": HD Deve Gowda

Former Prime Minister and Janata Dal (Secular) supremo HD Deve Gowda, who is also a member of the Rajya Sabha, informed that he could not participate in the Rajya Sabha proceedings on Monday due to... from NDTV News- Special https://ift.tt/xi7HAQV

Trinamool Holds Demonstrations Protesting 'Deprivation' Of West Bengal

The ruling party of the state has been alleging that poor people have been suffering as the Centre has not released funds for the 100 days work scheme. from NDTV News- Special https://ift.tt/ZaI0XHl

Tamil Nadu Raj Bhavan Hall Renamed After Subramania Bharati

President Droupadi Murmu on Sunday renamed the imposing Durbar Hall in Raj Bhavan in Chennai as 'Bharathiar Mandapam', honouring the nationalist bard. from NDTV News- Special https://ift.tt/FxpYqEN

Opium Concealed In Courier Package Meant For UK Seized By Gurugram Police

The Gurugram Police has booked a Panchkula resident for allegedly trying to send 1.213kg of opium to a person in the UK through courier, hiding it in a scrub tube, an oil bottle, and an infused cream... from NDTV News- Special https://ift.tt/uB6r4Io

Polio Vaccination Team Fired At In Pakistan's Balochistan Province

A polio vaccination team and two policemen escorting it were attacked by three unknown assailants in Pakistan's restive Balochistan province, the police said. The attack occurred in Quetta's Qambrani... from NDTV News- Special https://ift.tt/ZGTVQgz

Delhi Civic Body To Temporarily Remove Street Dogs Ahead Of G20 Summit

In view of the upcoming G20 Summit, the Municipal Corporation of Delhi (MCD) issued an action plan for the removal of stray dogs from the vicinity of prominent locations in the national capital, an... from NDTV News- Special https://ift.tt/tI9ZNFL

"Rahul Gandhi Is The PM Face For Us": Ashok Gehlot

Rajasthan Chief Minister Ashok Gehlot on Friday said Rahul Gandhi is the prime ministerial face of the Congress and the only leader in the country who can take on Prime Minister Narendra Modi. from NDTV News- Special https://ift.tt/gOiy53M

Asian Champions Trophy 2023: Japan Hold India To 1-1 Draw

India were held to a 1-1 draw by Japan in their second match of the Asian Champions Trophy hockey tournament in Chennai on Friday. from NDTV News- Special https://ift.tt/ixVAg7p

Parliamentary Panel Suggests Greater Punishment For False Poll Affidavit

The punishment for filing a false election affidavit should be enhanced to a maximum of two years from six months but the penalty should only be applied in exceptional cases and not for minor or... from NDTV News- Special https://ift.tt/5nwoS6h

Man Spots Wife With Her Lover, Hacks Them To Death With Axe: Police

A 35-year-old man allegedly hacked his wife and her lover to death with an axe after he saw them together in a village in Madhya Pradesh's Gwalior district, a police official said. The accused is... from NDTV News- Special https://ift.tt/xokrN02

PM Modi To Attend BRICS Summit In South Africa

With the upcoming BRICS summit in South Africa set to discuss admitting new members, India on Thursday dismissed as "baseless" reports that it is opposed to the expansion of the five-nation grouping. from NDTV News- Special https://ift.tt/TdI5Hc1

Swastika's Epic Reply To Fan Who Questioned Her Choice Of Lipstick Colour

"You can of course not like it but asking why is a little juvenile," Swastika Mukherjee replied to a comment from NDTV News- Special https://ift.tt/od7vcKa

Illegal For Minor To Be In Live-In Relationship, Says Allahabad High Court

The Allahabad High Court has observed that a person below the age of 18 cannot be in a live-in relationship and this would be an act not only immoral but also illegal. from NDTV News- Special https://ift.tt/XTCRuZN

Rahul Gandhi Walks Through Crowded Azadpur Mandi In Delhi, Meets Vendors

Former Congress president Rahul Gandhi on Tuesday morning visited the Azadpur Mandi in the national capital and met some vegetable and fruit vendors there. from NDTV News- Special https://ift.tt/keP1aMq

Opposition Leaders, MPs Who Visited Manipur To Meet President Tomorrow

The floor leaders of the Oppositions Indian National Developmental Inclusive Alliance (INDIA) along with the 21 MPs' delegation that visited violence-hit Manipur will meet President Droupadi Murmu on... from NDTV News- Special https://ift.tt/4mD2Kg1