Tension in Odisha varsity as Nepal student commits suicide; KP Sharma Oli takes note

IANS | February 17, 2025 10:46 PM

Bhubaneswar, Feb 17 (IANS) Amid the controversy related to the suicide of a Nepali female student and subsequent issuance of eviction directions to the students hailing from Nepal, the Higher Education Minister of Odisha Suryabanshi Suraj on Monday said that following the intervention of state government, the private university authorities have revoked the order and appealed to the Nepali students to return to the campus and resume their studies.

MUDA scam: Karnataka Lokayukta seeks more time to submit final report

IANS | February 17, 2025 8:54 PM

Bengaluru, Feb 17 (IANS) The Karnataka Lokayukta, which is probing the Mysuru Urban Development Authority (MUDA) land scam matter in which Chief Minister Siddaramaiah was named as one of the accused, has sought more time from the court to submit the final report.

Adani Group pledges Rs 2,000 crore to build world-class Schools of Excellence across India

IANS | February 17, 2025 6:47 PM

Ahmedabad, Feb 17 (IANS) Gautam Adani, the Chairperson of the Adani Group, on Monday announced the building of world-class Schools of Excellence across India, making quality education affordable and accessible to all.

BAPS Hindu Mandir marks first anniversary, celebrates UAE’s year of community

IANS | February 17, 2025 3:32 PM

Abu Dhabi, Feb 17 (IANS) The BAPS Hindu Mandir in Abu Dhabi celebrated its first anniversary with a grand event, aligning with the UAE’s Year of Community. The occasion brought together UAE leadership, dignitaries, faith leaders, and thousands of devotees.

Indian Railways rolls out safety overhaul after New Delhi Station stampede

IANS | February 17, 2025 1:11 PM

New Delhi, Feb 17 (IANS) In the wake of the tragic stampede at New Delhi Railway Station in which over 18 people were killed and over a dozen were injured, the Railway Ministry has announced a comprehensive overhaul of crowd management protocols across the country.

Delhi Police deploy six officers at NDLS for crowd management

IANS | February 17, 2025 11:42 AM

New Delhi, Feb 17 (IANS) Two days after the tragic incident which claimed 18 lives, the Delhi Police have deployed six inspector-rank officers at the New Delhi Railway Station (NDLS) to enhance crowd management and ensure passenger safety.

Yamuna's cleaning drive in Delhi: PM Modi's pre-election promise now in action (Ld)

IANS | February 16, 2025 11:32 PM

New Delhi, Feb 16 (IANS) During the Delhi Assembly elections, Prime Minister Narendra Modi had promised to clean the Yamuna River if the BJP comes to power after the polls. After the victory of the BJP, as promised the work on this project has already commenced, even before the formation of the new government.

BJP hails scrapping of US fund to 'influence' Indian polls; suspects Cong to be fund beneficiary

IANS | February 16, 2025 10:17 PM

New Delhi, Feb 16 (IANS) BJP national spokesperson Amit Malviya on Sunday slammed the previous Joe Biden-led US government’s now-cancelled fund to influence "voter turnout in India", calling it a tool for "external interference" in the country’s democratic process.

New Delhi station tragedy: Railways denies platform change or special train cancellation

IANS | February 16, 2025 9:28 PM

New Delhi, Feb 16 (IANS) A devastating stampede occurred at New Delhi Railway Station on the night of February 15, claiming the lives of 18 people and leaving 15 others injured. The incident took place around 9.15 p.m. on the staircase connecting platforms 14 and 15, where a large crowd had gathered to board trains heading towards Prayagraj for the ongoing Maha Kumbh.

Paonta Sahib school students praise ‘Pariksha Pe Charcha’ for stress relief

IANS | February 16, 2025 9:15 PM

Paonta Sahib (Himachal Pradesh), Feb 16 (IANS) As exams approach, the pressure and stress on students intensify. To help students manage this pressure, Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s popular show 'Pariksha Pe Charcha' comes to the help of students in a big way.

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Tension in Odisha varsity as Nepal student commits suicide; KP Sharma Oli takes note

MUDA scam: Karnataka Lokayukta seeks more time to submit final report

Adani Group pledges Rs 2,000 crore to build world-class Schools of Excellence across India

BAPS Hindu Mandir marks first anniversary, celebrates UAE’s year of community

Indian Railways rolls out safety overhaul after New Delhi Station stampede

Delhi Police deploy six officers at NDLS for crowd management

Yamuna's cleaning drive in Delhi: PM Modi's pre-election promise now in action (Ld)

BJP hails scrapping of US fund to 'influence' Indian polls; suspects Cong to be fund beneficiary

New Delhi station tragedy: Railways denies platform change or special train cancellation

Paonta Sahib school students praise ‘Pariksha Pe Charcha’ for stress relief

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