Petrol, Diesel prices continue to rise
New Delhi, Feb 12 (PTI) Petrol and diesel prices soared to record highs on Friday after rates were hiked for the fourth day in a row. Petrol price was increased by 31 paise per litre and diesel by 35 paise a litre, according to a price notification of state-owned fuel retailers. This took petrol price […]
Gang making fake contractor registration cards busted in Jammu; 3 arrested
Jammu, Feb 12 (PTI) The Crime Branch of the Jammu and Kashmir Police has busted a gang involved in making fake contractor registration cards and arrested three of its members, officials said on Friday. A written complaint was filed in crime branch Jammu by contractors of district Doda through Shadi Lal and Lal Din, alleging […]
Nothing for common man in budget: Opposition in RS
New Delhi, Feb 12 (PTI) Opposition parties in the Rajya Sabha on Friday charged that the Union Budget serves the interests of capitalists that will help the rich turn richer and has nothing for the common man. Participating in the debate on the budget, leaders of parties like the Congress, BSP, AAP and Left launched an […]
Damaged portion at Kela Morh, Ramban repaired: NHAI
Srinagar, Feb 12: The National Highway Authorities of India (NHAI) Friday said that the Bailey Bridge set up at Kela Morh in Ramban district has been de-launched as the damaged portion of the highway stands repaired fully and that the traffic will ply normally on the highway from Saturday onwards. Project Director NHAI Purshotam Kumar, […]
CRPF officer injured in accidental fire
Budgam, Feb 12: An Assistant Sub- Inspector (ASI) of Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) was injured after his service rifle went off accidently inside the CRPF camp at Nagam area of central Kashmir’s Budgam district. An official said that the CRPF officer was injured in the accidental fire and sustained injuries in his leg. He […]
US welcomes efforts by India and China to de-escalate situation in eastern Ladakh
Washington, Feb 12 (PTI) The US has welcomed the ongoing efforts by India and China to de-escalate the situation in eastern Ladakh and said it would continue to monitor the situation closely as both sides work toward a peaceful resolution. Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Thursday announced in Parliament that India and China have reached […]
Rahul Gandhi attacks govt over disengagement agreement with China
New Delhi, Feb 12 (PTI) Congress leader Rahul Gandhi on Friday questioned the government over its agreement with China on disengagement in eastern Ladakh, and alleged that Prime Minister Narendra Modi has “ceded” Indian territory to the Chinese. His attack on the government came a day after Defence Minister Rajnath Singh assured Parliament that India […]
National Conference MP praises budget; raises JK situation in Lok Sabha
New Delhi, Feb 12 (PTI) Opposition members in Lok Sabha on Thursday criticised the Union Budget as disappointing and hit out at the government’s policies, even as BJP leaders put up a strong defence saying that different sections of the society have praised the budget. During a discussion on the budget, National Conference’s Hasnain Masoodi […]
Rioters acted on Trump’s ”orders,” Democrats say in trial
Washington, Feb 12 (AP) House Democrats prosecuting Donald Trump’s impeachment said Thursday the Capitol invaders believed they were acting on “the president’s orders and reflected his violent rhetoric when they set out to storm the building and stop the joint session of Congress that was certifying Democrat Joe Biden’s election. The prosecutors were wrapping up […]
US slaps sanctions on 10 current and former military officers, three entities in Myanmar
Washington, Feb 12 (PTI) The US on Thursday slapped sanctions on 10 current and former military officers and three entities in Myanmar who led the recent coup against the democratically elected government and detained its leaders Aung San Suu Kyi and Win Myint. Six of the individuals are part of the National Defense and Security […]
