al Digital Life Certificates: A Challenge for India's Elderly By www.ibtimes.co.in Published On :: Sat, 09 Nov 2024 13:40:56 +0530 India's elderly struggle with obtaining digital life certificates due to lack of digital skills or technology access. The government's digital life certificate campaign uses face authentication technology, but has logistical issues. Full Article
al Judge agrees to special prosecutor's request to pause federal case against Trump By www.ibtimes.co.in Published On :: Sat, 09 Nov 2024 15:14:46 +0530 A federal judge has agreed to Special Prosecutor Jack Smith's request to pause the election interference case against US President-elect Donald Trump in the first indication that cases against him are crumbling. Full Article
al ACB Files Case Against Female Officer for Alleged Corruption In Livelihood Generation Scheme By www.ibtimes.co.in Published On :: Sat, 09 Nov 2024 21:58:39 +0530 While self-employment schemes in Jammu and Kashmir aim to support youth employment, allegations of corruption have surfaced. Anti-graft panel registered an FIR against former Assistant Director Employment Shabnam Arif Mir and others for allegedly accepting bribes from a local dealership. Full Article
al Fake PMO officer asked to appear before Srinagar's special court on Nov 27 By www.ibtimes.co.in Published On :: Sat, 09 Nov 2024 23:34:02 +0530 The Enforcement Directorate files a prosecution complaint against a fraudster from Gujrat Kiran Patel. The conman has been asked to appear before a court in Srinagar on November 27. Full Article
al No salaries for Rural Development Department employees in Reasi; poor performance cited By www.ibtimes.co.in Published On :: Sun, 10 Nov 2024 14:57:33 +0530 In an exemplary action against laxity in rural development projects, Deputy Commissioner Vishesh Mahajan has ordered the withholding of salaries for the entire Rural Development Department, including engineering staff, citing unsatisfactory progress on developmental works. Full Article
al Trump shuts out Haley, but Ramaswamy may get senior role in new admin By www.ibtimes.co.in Published On :: Mon, 11 Nov 2024 14:12:02 +0530 US President-elect Donald Trump has shut the door on Nikki Haley declaring that he won't be inviting her to join his administration, but another Indian American, Vivek Ramaswamy, may get a senior role. Full Article
al Bengal by-polls: TMC leader writes to ECI seeking intervention on crucial issues By www.ibtimes.co.in Published On :: Mon, 11 Nov 2024 14:15:42 +0530 Senior Trinamool Congress (TMC) leader Derek O'Brien wrote to the Election Commission of India (ECI) on Monday, seeking the latter's intervention on issues pertaining to upcoming by-elections for 6 assembly constituencies in West Bengal. Full Article
al IIT Madras, ISRO to study spacecraft & launch vehicle-related thermal management By www.ibtimes.co.in Published On :: Mon, 11 Nov 2024 14:16:33 +0530 The Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Madras on Monday announced a collaboration with the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) to establish a Centre of Excellence (CoE) for research in 'Fluid and Thermal Sciences'. Full Article
al Delhi HC orders ESIC to give benefits to victim whose Covid scheme claim rejected for 'more salary' By www.ibtimes.co.in Published On :: Mon, 11 Nov 2024 14:17:27 +0530 The Delhi High Court has directed the Employees' State Insurance Corporation (ESIC) to extend all benefits under the Covid scheme to the wife of a deceased whose claim was rejected on the ground that the workman was drawing salary above the prescribed limits. Full Article
al Donald Trump calls Putin, urges de-escalation of Ukraine conflict By www.ibtimes.co.in Published On :: Mon, 11 Nov 2024 14:29:34 +0530 US President-elect Donald Trump urged Russian President Vladimir Putin to avoid any escalation in the ongoing conflict in Ukraine in a recent phone call. Full Article
al La Liga: Barcelona Stumbles as Real Madrid Rises By www.ibtimes.co.in Published On :: Mon, 11 Nov 2024 14:45:01 +0530 FC Barcelona lost 1-0 to Real Sociedad, leaving them six points clear of Real Madrid in La Liga. Real Madrid won 4-0 against Osasuna, but suffered significant injuries to key players. Full Article
al Australian and German researchers find cure for deadly skin disease 'TEN' By www.ibtimes.co.in Published On :: Mon, 11 Nov 2024 14:46:45 +0530 Researchers from Australia and Germany have for the first time cured patients suffering from toxic epidermal necrolysis (TEN), a deadly skin disease. Full Article
al Nimrat Kaur says friendship too makes people jealous as dating rumours with Abhishek Bachchan emerge By www.ibtimes.co.in Published On :: Mon, 11 Nov 2024 14:53:50 +0530 Actress Nimrat Kaur recently shared a humorous reel about friendships that make people jealous, amidst dating rumours with her "Dasvi" co-star Abhishek Bachchan. Full Article
al 'Bigg Boss 18': Time god Vivian DSena, Rajat Dalal indulge in war-of-words again By www.ibtimes.co.in Published On :: Mon, 11 Nov 2024 14:55:21 +0530 It is very clear that contestants Vivian Dsena and Rajat Dalal are nemesis in the show and the two will once again end up engaging in a war-of-words in the upcoming episode. Full Article
al RBI Approves In-Solutions Global for Prepaid Payment Instruments By www.ibtimes.co.in Published On :: Mon, 11 Nov 2024 14:57:59 +0530 In-Solutions Global Ltd (ISG) has been granted authorisation by the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) to establish a payment system for the issuance and operation of Prepaid Payment Instruments (PPI). Full Article
al India leads global AI adoption, 30pc firms maximising AI value: Report By www.ibtimes.co.in Published On :: Mon, 11 Nov 2024 15:01:33 +0530 India leads Artificial Intelligence (AI) adoption with 30 per cent of companies in the country having maximised AI's value potential -- surpassing the global average of 26 per cent, according to a report. Full Article
al Pakistan win exposes serious flaws in Australia's batting, says coach Gillespie By www.ibtimes.co.in Published On :: Mon, 11 Nov 2024 15:03:54 +0530 Following Pakistan's first ODI series win in Australia happening after 22 years, interim white-ball head coach Jason Gillespie said his bowlers exposed some flaws in the hosts' batting line-up. Full Article
al High-speed internet behind increased Australian obesity? Study finds link By www.ibtimes.co.in Published On :: Mon, 11 Nov 2024 15:06:30 +0530 New research has found a link between high-speed internet activities and Australia's growing rate of obesity. Full Article
al SC dismisses Prajwal Revanna's bail plea in sex scandal case By www.ibtimes.co.in Published On :: Mon, 11 Nov 2024 16:25:11 +0530 The Supreme Court on Monday dismissed a bail petition filed by Karnataka's sensational sex video case prime accused and former MP Prajwal Revanna, who is the grandson of former PM H.D. Deve Gowda. Full Article
al Society should understand God is same for all: K'taka Minister on entry of Dalits in temples By www.ibtimes.co.in Published On :: Mon, 11 Nov 2024 16:25:27 +0530 Karnataka Home Minister G. Parameshwara has stated that Dalits are not allowed inside temples at many places across the state. Full Article
al Approach lower court for bail, Calcutta HC tells Sandip Ghosh By www.ibtimes.co.in Published On :: Mon, 11 Nov 2024 16:25:41 +0530 The Calcutta High Court on Monday refused to hear the bail plea from R.G. Kar Medical College & Hospital's former Principal Sandip Ghosh in connection with the multi-crore financial irregularities case. Full Article
al Arvind Kejriwal highlights Delhi govt schools' makeover By www.ibtimes.co.in Published On :: Mon, 11 Nov 2024 16:28:02 +0530 Ahead of Delhi Assembly elections, AAP Convener and former Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal on Monday highlighted the strides made by government schools here, claiming that students from poor families are now clearing exams like NEET and IIT-JEE. Full Article
al Vikrant Massey Stirs Controversy For Saying "Muslims Are Not In Danger"; Netizens Call Him "Opportunist" By www.ibtimes.co.in Published On :: Mon, 11 Nov 2024 16:37:10 +0530 The 12th Fail actor is being heavily criticised for his recent stance on the safety of Muslims in the country. He also referred to India as the most livable country in present times. Full Article
al Uddhav Thackeray defends Rahul Gandhi after PM's jibe on Balasaheb By www.ibtimes.co.in Published On :: Mon, 11 Nov 2024 16:43:03 +0530 Shiv Sena (UBT) President and former Chief Minister Uddhav Thackeray grappled salvos by Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Union Home Minister Amit Shah against the Maha Vikas Aghadi (MVA) allies, at the height of the Assembly poll campaign. Full Article
al Rural consumption of FMCG goods surged 60 pc over last 2 years: Report By www.ibtimes.co.in Published On :: Mon, 11 Nov 2024 16:48:51 +0530 There has been a 60 per cent rise in the average FMCG basket size among India's rural consumers in the last two years, driven by a growing preference for convenience products, according to the latest Group M and Kantar report released on Monday. Full Article
al Cybercrime Surge in Tamil Nadu: A Call for Vigilance By www.ibtimes.co.in Published On :: Mon, 11 Nov 2024 16:48:53 +0530 Tamil Nadu Police warns of a surge in cybercrimes, with Chennai and Coimbatore residents particularly affected. The police urge the public to report scams to the National Cyber Crime Reporting Portal (NCRP) within 24 hours. Full Article
al Kamal Haasan asks fans not to call him 'Ulaganayagan'; says 'artist must not be elevated above art' By www.ibtimes.co.in Published On :: Mon, 11 Nov 2024 16:53:05 +0530 The legendary actor took to social media to ask his fans not to refer to him by the title of 'Ulaganayagan', the reaction of his fans is worth taking note of. Full Article
al How Rashami Desai deals with trolls, social media negativity; talks about Bigg Boss 13 [Exclusive] By www.ibtimes.co.in Published On :: Mon, 11 Nov 2024 17:07:48 +0530 In an exclusive conversation with International Business Times, India, Rashami Desai spoke about her stint on BB 13, when things about her personal life were blown out of proportion, how the industry has changed over the years after the OTT boom, whether she will be part of any more reality shows, and more. Read on. Full Article
al Maha polls: Yogi Adityanath to hold three rallies, campaign for Dy CM Fadnavis By www.ibtimes.co.in Published On :: Tue, 12 Nov 2024 10:55:53 +0530 Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath is set to visit poll-bound Maharashtra on Tuesday where he will address three public meetings and campaign for Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis, including several other Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) candidates. Full Article
al Maha Polls: PM Modi to address three rallies in poll-bound Maharashtra today By www.ibtimes.co.in Published On :: Tue, 12 Nov 2024 11:01:48 +0530 With less than a week to go for campaigning to end in poll-bound Maharashtra, Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to address three public meetings on Tuesday and campaign for MahaYuti candidates in the state. Full Article
al Delhi-NCR grapples with pollution as air quality dips ; AQI level 'very poor' By www.ibtimes.co.in Published On :: Tue, 12 Nov 2024 11:11:31 +0530 Delhi-NCR continues to grapple with hazardous air quality levels, with the average Air Quality Index (AQI) remaining at 355, classified as 'very poor.' Full Article
al Former cricketer Sanjay Bangar's son undergoes hormonal transformation, now identifies self as transwoman 'Anaya' By www.ibtimes.co.in Published On :: Tue, 12 Nov 2024 12:23:49 +0530 Aryan Bangar, formerly son of cricketer Sanjay Bangar, now identifies as a transwoman and goes by the name of Anaya. Full Article
al SC extends interim anticipatory bail of Malayalam actor Siddique in rape case By www.ibtimes.co.in Published On :: Tue, 12 Nov 2024 13:16:37 +0530 The Supreme Court on Tuesday extended for a week the interim anticipatory bail to Malayalam actor Siddique, who faces alleged charges of raping an actress. Full Article
al Isha Koppikar reveals Timmy Narang wanted 'divorce', says he handled it 'irresponsibly' By www.ibtimes.co.in Published On :: Tue, 12 Nov 2024 13:17:25 +0530 Isha Koppikar has said that the way Timmy Narang handled their divorce was quite irresponsible. Full Article
al Tamil Nadu issues Yellow Alert for 16 districts, valid until Nov 15 [see affected areas] By www.ibtimes.co.in Published On :: Tue, 12 Nov 2024 13:20:21 +0530 The Regional Meteorological Centre (RMC) has issued a yellow alert from November 12 to November 15, warning of heavy to very heavy rainfall expected in Chennai and 15 other districts in Tamil Nadu. Full Article
al Suniel shares pictures with Akshay, Paresh Rawal: Dhoom Dhadaka Orchestra is back By www.ibtimes.co.in Published On :: Tue, 12 Nov 2024 13:22:08 +0530 Bollywood actor Suniel Shetty shared photographs with his "Hera Pheri" co-stars Akshay Kumar and Paresh Rawal. He said that the iconic "Dhoom Dhadaka Orchestra" is back. Full Article
al Rupali Ganguly sues stepdaughter Esha Verma; seeks Rs 50 crore in defamation case By www.ibtimes.co.in Published On :: Tue, 12 Nov 2024 13:29:27 +0530 In the notice, it was clarified that Rupali Ganguly was friends with Ashwin Verma for 12 years, before he separated from his second wife, Esha Verma's mother, in 2009. It was also said that Ganguly, along with Verma, tried to help Esha get a break into the entertainment industry, by providing opportunities for photoshoots and making special arrangements for auditions Full Article
al Ali Fazal to share screen space with Phoebe Waller-Bridge in 'Rule Breakers' By www.ibtimes.co.in Published On :: Tue, 12 Nov 2024 13:29:55 +0530 Indian actor Ali Fazal will be seen starring alongside Hollywood star Phoebe Waller-Bridge in the upcoming film "Rule Breakers". He called the actress a powerhouse of talent and that her addition has lifted the film to greater heights. Full Article
al Trump names Lee Zeldin as Environmental Protection Agency administrator By www.ibtimes.co.in Published On :: Tue, 12 Nov 2024 13:30:22 +0530 US President-elect Donald Trump has selected former New York Representative Lee Zeldin to serve as his administrator of the Environmental Protection Agency. Full Article
al Centre releases funds for rural local bodies in Kerala, Meghalaya By www.ibtimes.co.in Published On :: Tue, 12 Nov 2024 15:01:50 +0530 The Centre on Tuesday said it has released 15th Finance Commission grants for FY25 for rural local bodies in Kerala worth Rs 266.8 crore, along with Rs 27 crore for rural local bodies in Meghalaya (for FY22), for addressing location-specific needs. Full Article
al Smart snacking grows 1.2 times faster than traditional snacks in India By www.ibtimes.co.in Published On :: Tue, 12 Nov 2024 15:02:49 +0530 As urban consumers increasingly seek health-oriented products, smart snacking in India has grown 1.2 times faster than traditional snacks, according to a report on Tuesday. Full Article
al Sooni Taraporevala's drama series 'Waack Girls' to premiere on Nov 22 By www.ibtimes.co.in Published On :: Tue, 12 Nov 2024 15:03:35 +0530 Sooni Taraporevala, who has done the scriptwriting for "Mississippi Masala", "The Namesake" and Oscar-nominated "Salaam Bombay!", next directorial "Waack Girls" is all set to premiere on November 22. Full Article
al ED raids multiple locations in Bengal over hawala case with Jharkhand links By www.ibtimes.co.in Published On :: Tue, 12 Nov 2024 16:02:48 +0530 The officials of the Enforcement Directorate (ED) are conducting raids at multiple locations in West Bengal since Tuesday morning. Full Article
al 55 held for attack on government officials in Telangana By www.ibtimes.co.in Published On :: Tue, 12 Nov 2024 16:03:24 +0530 Police in Telangana's Vikarabad district on Tuesday arrested 55 people in connection with an attack on district officials during a public hearing for the proposed 'Pharma Village'. Full Article
al Minister Zameer Ahmad's 'Kaala Kumaraswamy' remark draws flak; JD(S) demands apology, resignation By www.ibtimes.co.in Published On :: Tue, 12 Nov 2024 16:07:29 +0530 The Janata Dal (S) demanded public apology and resignation of Minister for Waqf and Tourism Zameer Ahmad Khan over his racist remarks against Union Minister HD Kumaraswamy. Full Article
al Amir Khan reacts to Pathaan's last scene; says "you can't get too upset with Shah Rukh and Salman" By www.ibtimes.co.in Published On :: Tue, 12 Nov 2024 16:11:28 +0530 Amir Khan claimed in an interview that he has not watched the entire film but has only watched the last scene because it went viral. Full Article
al Prabhas loves this song from Pawan Kalyan's Jalsa; moved by its lyrics By www.ibtimes.co.in Published On :: Tue, 12 Nov 2024 16:14:11 +0530 Prabhas also mentioned that songs play a crucial role in cinema and that great music can elevate the emotional experience of a movie. Full Article
al Baku climate talks: India not attending World Leaders Climate Action Summit By www.ibtimes.co.in Published On :: Tue, 12 Nov 2024 16:14:25 +0530 India is not attending the two-day World Leaders Climate Action Summit (WLCAS) beginning Tuesday with country statements at the 2024 UN climate conference (COP29) in Baku, Azerbaijan that is focussed heavily on securing a new climate finance target for countries most vulnerable to climate impacts. Full Article
al Hollywood star Kal Penn visits Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashmah set; clicks selfies with cast [PICS] By www.ibtimes.co.in Published On :: Tue, 12 Nov 2024 16:25:18 +0530 In the pictures, Kal Penn is seen posing with the show's producer Asit Kumarr Modi as well as the star cast – Dilip Joshi, Sunayana Fozdar, Mandar Chandwadkar, Ambika Ranjankar, Munmun Dutta, Monaz Mevawalla, Shyam Pathak, Kiran Bhatt, Tanmay Vekaria, and Balwinder Singh Suri. Full Article
al Union Minister Kumaraswamy spotlights 'revolutionary changes' in India's health sector By www.ibtimes.co.in Published On :: Tue, 12 Nov 2024 16:25:44 +0530 A major revolution has been carried out in building a healthy India under Prime Minister Narendra Modi's leadership, stated Union Minister for Heavy Industries and Steel H. D. Kumaraswamy on Tuesday. Full Article