Giriraj Singh’s ‘jahannum mein jaye’ remarks on woman at centre of ‘naqab row’ triggers backlash
New Delhi, Dec 18 : Amid the Nitish Kumar 'naqab' controversy, Union minister Giriraj Singh on Thursday created a fresh row when he said...
IndiGo CEO says worst behind airline after operational disruption
Mumbai, Dec 18 : IndiGo's chief executive Pieter Elbers told employees that the airline has stabilised operations after a period of disruption, saying the...
In a first, India includes traditional medicines in trade pact with Oman
Muscat, Dec 18 : The free trade agreement with Oman has included India's traditional medicines, which will provide greater market access for Ayush products...
Most road accidents linked to disregard of road safety norms: Gadkari in LS
New Delhi, Dec 18 : Road Transport and Highways Minister Nitin Gadkari on Thursday said most road accidents are linked to behaviour of people,...
Stock markets decline for 4th day on weak global trends, trade deal uncertainty
Mumbai, Dec 18 : Benchmark stock indices Sensex and Nifty declined for the fourth straight day on Thursday amid uncertainty over a trade deal...
‘Honourable’ prefix doesn’t hold good for bureaucrats: Allahabad HC
Prayagraj, Dec 18 : The Allahabad High Court questioned the use of the term 'honourable' for bureaucrats and state government officials, asking the Uttar...
Over 2 lakh MT waste of Marten landfill recycled
Shillong, Dec 18: Over 2 lakh tonnes of legacy waste at Marten dumping ground here have been excavated for processing, and the processing is...
Negotiations on to acquire land for new landfills
We are trying to acquire land for setting up landfills in all towns across the state: -Sniawbhalang Dhar, Deputy Chief Minister
Shillong, Dec 18: Negotiations...
Govt likely to resolve DA issue of teachers soon: Rymbui
Shillong, Dec 18: The state government is working to resolve various issues in education sector one by one, prioritising the welfare of teachers, students,...
If Centre winds up SSA, Govt to face Rs 500-cr shortfall
Shillong, Dec 18: Discontinuation of the Samagra Siksha Abhiyan (SSA) would put an additional burden of Rs 500 crore on the state exchequer, and...
Consumer rights awareness programme held at Mawklot
Shillong, Dec 17: An event on the importance of empowering consumers with knowledge and information to make informed choices and protect their rights, organised...
HSPDP urges govt to upgrade WKH library
Shillong, Dec 17: The Hill State People Democratic Party (HSPDP) Youth Wing, West Khasi Hills District, has submitted a memorandum to the Minister in-charge...
