National Herald case: Delhi HC to hear tomorrow ED plea challenging relief to Sonia, Rahul

IANS | December 21, 2025 8:54 PM

New Delhi, Dec 21 (IANS) The Delhi High Court is slated to hear on Monday a criminal revision petition filed by the Enforcement Directorate (ED) challenging a trial court order that refused to take cognisance of its money laundering complaint against Congress Parliamentary Party Chairperson Sonia Gandhi, Leader of Opposition in Lok Sabha Rahul Gandhi and others in the alleged National Herald case.

In Gujarat's Dahod, a unique learning model for children in spotlight

IANS | December 21, 2025 8:43 PM

Gandhinagar, Dec 21 (IANS) It is said that more than 85 per cent of child's cumulative brain development occurs prior to the age of six years and therefore it is important to tap into those early years, for healthy brain development and growth in later stages.

Remain calm even in complex situations, SC judge advises judges

IANS | December 21, 2025 7:28 PM

Amaravati, Dec 21 (IANS) Supreme Court judge, Justice Prashant Kumar Mishra, said on Sunday that the district judiciary is the most important in the judicial system and advised judges to remain peaceful, calm and composed even in complex situations.

Pakistan: Over 1,300 security personnel deployed in Rawalpindi ahead of possible PTI protests

IANS | December 21, 2025 7:15 PM

Islamabad, Dec 21 (IANS) Over 1,300 police officers and security personnel have been deployed in Rawalpindi to maintain law and order situation ahead of possible Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf protest and a Jamaat-e-Islami gathering at Liaquat Bagh, local media reported on Sunday, citing officials.

RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat calls bid to rebuild Babri Masjid in West Bengal a 'political conspiracy'

IANS | December 21, 2025 6:54 PM

New Delhi, Dec 21 (IANS) Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) Chief Mohan Bhagwat, on Sunday, criticised the move to lay a foundation stone for a Babri Masjid-like structure in West Bengal, calling it a "political conspiracy" aimed at reviving a settled dispute for electoral gains.

Gujarat: Saksham Yuvika Project empowering adolescent girls

IANS | December 21, 2025 6:48 PM

Gandhinagar, Dec 21 (IANS) A unique initiative by the Gujarat government is bringing about positive changes in the lives of adolescent girls in Navsari district. The Saksham Yuvika Project, launched three years ago by the district panchayat, focuses on the physical and mental health, nutrition, and awareness of girl students studying in primary schools.

Over 5,400 Afghan refugees deported from Iran, Pakistan in single day

IANS | December 21, 2025 6:40 PM

Kabul, Dec 21 (IANS) Over 5,400 Afghan migrants have been repatriated from Iran and Pakistan in a single day, a Taliban official said on Sunday.

Gujarat: Swadeshi fair organised in Dang district, locals and tourists urged to ‘buy local’

IANS | December 21, 2025 6:15 PM

Gandhinagar, Dec 21 (IANS) A ‘Swadeshi fair’ is underway in Dang district of Gujarat, aligning with Prime Minister Narendra Modi's push for “Vocal for Local” and “Har Ghar Swadeshi” campaigns and is enticing local as well as foreign tourists with its wide array of local and indigenous products.

Simpler laws, trust-based governance key to India’s growth: FM Sitharaman

IANS | December 21, 2025 6:08 PM

New Delhi, Dec 21 (IANS) Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman on Sunday said that the Chintan Shivir offers a platform for higher-order thinking and that such discussions, when translated into policy, can accelerate India’s transition towards Viksit Bharat.

President Droupadi Murmu gives assent to VB — G RAM G Bill, 2025

IANS | December 21, 2025 5:51 PM

New Delhi, Dec 21 (IANS) President Droupadi Murmu has given assent to the Viksit Bharat—Guarantee for Rozgar and Ajeevika Mission (Gramin) (VB—G RAM G) Bill, 2025, an official said on Sunday.