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NIT Srinagar announces winter break ahead of schedule. Here's why
The J&K Police on Wednesday filed a case against NIT Srinagar student, alleging the uploading of ‘sensitive content’ that offended religious sentiments.
Published on Dec 01, 2023 02:34 PM IST
Lingamgunta Nirmitha Rao | Edited by Aryan Prakash
WhatsApp introduces a new ‘secret code’ feature for locked chats | Details
With the addition of a ‘secret code’, WhatsApp users can now establish a distinct password, separate from their phone unlock code.
Published on Dec 01, 2023 11:09 AM IST
Lingamgunta Nirmitha Rao | Edited by Poulomi Ghosh
Telangana election: KCR vs Cong vs BJP contest in India's youngest state
Telangana election: Around 3.26 crore eligible voters will cast their votes in 35,655 polling stations across the state.
Published on Nov 29, 2023 11:01 PM IST
Lingamgunta Nirmitha Rao | Edited by Aryan Prakash
Evening brief: India to flag Khalistan issue at Interpol; all the latest news
A shortlist of the biggest headlines, recommended stories, and a special collection of news items you should check out.
Published on Nov 29, 2023 06:26 PM IST
Uttarakhand CM announces Rs. 50,000 for rescuers who evacuated 41 workers
Workers rescued from Silkyara tunnel were airlifted to AIIMS-Rishikesh on Wednesday via Chinook helicopter after initial check-ups at Chinyalisaur hospital.
Published on Nov 29, 2023 05:04 PM IST
Lingamgunta Nirmitha Rao | Edited by Aryan Prakash
President Murmu lauds ‘resilience’ of trapped workers after their safe rescue
President Murmu expressed the nation's gratitude for these workers who contribute to critical infrastructure despite personal risks.
Published on Nov 28, 2023 11:19 PM IST
Lingamgunta Nirmitha Rao | Edited by Aryan Prakash
After rescue, what next for 41 workers? Uttarakhand CM explains
After 17 days of rescue efforts, trapped workers were successfully evacuated on Tuesday, with rat-hole miners playing crucial role in final phase of operation.
Updated on Nov 29, 2023 02:27 AM IST
Lingamgunta Nirmitha Rao | Edited by Aryan Prakash
How the Uttarakhand tunnel rescue operation transpired in 17 days: Timeline
After an intense 17-day rescue operation, all 41 workers trapped in the partially collapsed Silkyara Tunnel in Uttarkashi district were rescued on Tuesday.
Published on Nov 28, 2023 09:45 PM IST
Rat miner recalls meeting workers before evacuation began. What he said
Rat miners engage in ‘rat-hole mining’, a manual drilling technique where narrow pits are meticulously dug by skilled workers.
Published on Nov 28, 2023 09:28 PM IST
Lingamgunta Nirmitha Rao | Edited by Aryan Prakash
‘When science meets faith’: BJP leader on tunnel rescue expert's prayers
The video depicted Arnold Dix seated in front of the local deity's temple while the priest conducted the puja, as the rescue operation continued alongside.
Published on Nov 28, 2023 07:09 PM IST
Lingamgunta Nirmitha Rao | Edited by Aryan Prakash
Uttarkashi rescue: These are the trapped workers in Silkyara tunnel. Full list
In the final phase of rescue at Uttarakhand tunnel, each worker will be placed on a wheeled stretcher and carefully pulled outside by rescue teams using ropes.
Published on Nov 28, 2023 04:46 PM IST
Lingamgunta Nirmitha Rao | Edited by Aryan Prakash
Rescue team at Uttarkashi tunnel site prepares for ‘vertical drilling’ | Watch
An estimated 86 metres of vertical drilling is required to reach the tunnel's crust, after which it will be breached to access the trapped workers.
Published on Nov 25, 2023 07:27 PM IST
Lingamgunta Nirmitha Rao | Edited by Poulomi Ghosh
Priyanka Gandhi joins folk dancers during election campaign in Telangana | Watch
Telangana is scheduled for polls on November 30, with votes set to be counted on December 3 along with four other states.
Published on Nov 25, 2023 06:07 PM IST
Lingamgunta Nirmitha Rao | Edited by Poulomi Ghosh
IMD issues orange rain alert for Mumbai, other MP, Rajasthan, Maharashtra cities
The IMD has issued a 'yellow alert' for Sunday in Palghar, Thane, Mumbai, Raigad, and Ratnagiri districts in Maharashtra.
Published on Nov 25, 2023 04:39 PM IST
Lingamgunta Nirmitha Rao | Edited by Vaibhav Tiwari
‘Great opportunity’: Nirmala Sitharaman takes Vande Bharat ride in Kerala
Sitharaman attended inauguration of 'Aayakar Bhawan', the newly constructed income tax office in Kochi before boarding Vande Bharat train to Thiruvananthapuram.
Published on Nov 24, 2023 11:07 PM IST
GPR used at Uttarakhand tunnel site after auger machine's glitch. What is it?
GPR can detect structural changes and material differences that might go unnoticed by the human eye with “non-intrusive and non-destructive technique”.
Published on Nov 24, 2023 10:35 PM IST
Lingamgunta Nirmitha Rao | Edited by Poulomi Ghosh
Evening brief: Experts on U'khand tunnel rescue timeline; all the latest news
A shortlist of the biggest headlines, recommended stories, and a special collection of news items you should check out
Published on Nov 24, 2023 06:33 PM IST
Uttarakhand tunnel collapse: Latest technical snag in auger machine explained
Uttarakhand tunnel collapse update: A 2-metre section of the inserted pipe had to be removed due to compression caused by drilling friction.
Published on Nov 24, 2023 05:36 PM IST
Lingamgunta Nirmitha Rao | Edited by Poulomi Ghosh
30 ambulances at spot; NDRF personnel enter Uttarkashi tunnel. Top updates
The government's horizontal drilling reached about 67 per cent completion by Wednesday night, having inserted the escape pipeline to a distance of 45 metres.
Published on Nov 22, 2023 11:08 PM IST
Lingamgunta Nirmitha Rao | Edited by Aryan Prakash
Bihar govt increases DA for state employees by 4 per cent
The increased DA will reflect in the December salaries and employees will also receive arrears for the four-month period.
Published on Nov 22, 2023 10:55 PM IST
Lingamgunta Nirmitha Rao | Edited by Aryan Prakash
Special train carries rescue equipment to Uttarkashi mishap site from Gujarat
The rescue operation, as of Wednesday evening, entered the ‘final phase’ with officials saying that ‘good news is likely’ at any moment.
Published on Nov 22, 2023 08:51 PM IST
Heavy rain lashes parts of Kerala, Tamil Nadu; IMD predicts more showers
IMD said that cyclonic circulations over Tamil Nadu could result in moderate to heavy rainfall in Kerala over next five days.
Published on Nov 22, 2023 07:11 PM IST
Lingamgunta Nirmitha Rao | Edited by Aryan Prakash
Trapped 41 workers in U'khand suggested to walk, do yoga, and talk to each other
Using an endoscopic camera sent through a narrow pipe, rescuers managed to make contact with the workers for the first time on Tuesday.
Published on Nov 21, 2023 11:03 PM IST
Lingamgunta Nirmitha Rao | Edited by Aryan Prakash
Mamata Banerjee announces Sourav Ganguly as ‘Brand Ambassador of Bengal’
Mamata Banerjee, addressing the Bengal Global Business Summit, announced Ganguly's role in representing the state.
Updated on Nov 21, 2023 07:46 PM IST
Lingamgunta Nirmitha Rao | Edited by Vaibhav Tiwari
IMD issues orange alert for Kerala, TN; Andhra Pradesh to witness heavy rainfall
Over 10 districts in Tamil Nadu are expected to witness heavy rainfall due to weather fluctuations in the coming three days.
Published on Nov 21, 2023 07:35 PM IST
Lingamgunta Nirmitha Rao | Edited by Aryan Prakash
Indian Navy tests first indigenously developed ‘anti-ship missile’ | Watch
In May 2022, Naval Anti-Ship Missile Short Range (NASM-SR) underwent its inaugural test, fired from a Seaking helicopter of the Indian Navy .
Published on Nov 21, 2023 05:12 PM IST
Lingamgunta Nirmitha Rao | Edited by Vaibhav Tiwari
Earth core's mysterious new layer formed due to surface water diving deep: Study
Earth comprises four primary layers: an inner core at the planet's center, surrounded by the outer core, mantle, and crust.
Published on Nov 20, 2023 11:27 PM IST
Dera chief Gurmeet Ram Rahim to walk out of jail again, but with a rider
This marks the sixth time that the Dera chief has received special permission for release from prison, since he was convicted in 2017 for raping two disciples.
Published on Nov 20, 2023 09:57 PM IST
Lingamgunta Nirmitha Rao | Edited by Aryan Prakash
What is ‘Daksh’, DRDO ROV employed in Uttarakhand tunnel collapse rescue op?
Uttarakhand tunnel collapse: Straight for the ninth day, the efforts to rescue the trapped workers at Silkyara tunnel collapse site in Uttarkashi are ongoing.
Published on Nov 20, 2023 05:01 PM IST
Lingamgunta Nirmitha Rao | Edited by Vaibhav Tiwari
Khushbu reacts to Mansoor Ali's comment on Trisha: 'Men think it’s birth right'
Mansoor Ali, who acted in the film ‘Leo’ said during a press conference that he was disappointed for "not having a bedroom scene" with Trisha in the movie.
Published on Nov 19, 2023 11:05 PM IST
Lingamgunta Nirmitha Rao | Edited by Poulomi Ghosh