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Highway builders write to FM, road ministry; seek review of new arbitration norms
NEW DELHI: The apex body of highway builders, NHBF, has opposed the road transport ministry’s move to end arbitration in disputes with claims of over Rs 10 crore even for ongoing and contracted projects where arbitration has not been Read More
Final green light for India’s 1st PPP Earth imaging Sat project likely this week
BENGALURU: More than four months after India’s space regulator-cum-promoter Indian National Space Promotion and Authorisation Centre (IN-SPACe) announced the winners of India’s first EO Satellite System (EOSS) under PPP, a concession Read More
J&K: Encounter breaks out in Kishtwar, 3 injured soldiers airlifted
JAMMU: Seven security personnel have reportedly been injured in a gunbattle with terrorists that broke out in the remote forested area in the upper reaches of Kishtwar district of Jammu and Kashmir on Sunday and three of them have bee Read More
Advanced version of Nagastra drone used in Op Sindoor developed: Rajnath
NEW DELHI: Defence minister Rajnath Singh revealed on Sunday that an advanced version of the Nagastra drone, which was extensively used during Operation Sindoor to “accurately strike terrorist targets”, has been developed. Read More
Indian Chief Ministers Take Their Growth Story To Davos In Push To Attract Global Capital
Several Indian states are making a strong push at the WEF Annual Meeting 2026 in Davos, with chief ministers leading delegations to showcase investment opportunities. Read More
‘Jaya ji ne parliament mein bola tha..’: Sunita doesn’t want to be just known as Govinda’s wife
For the longest time, Sunita Ahuja was known for being Govinda’s wife but since the last few years, she’s come out on her own, through her candidness which reflects in public appearances and various interviews. Read More
SRK’s King set for release on Christmas 2026?
Fans have been waiting anxiously for the release of Shah Rukh Khan’s next film after the huge success of ‘Pathaan’ followed by ‘Jawan’. Read More
Kriti Sanon poses with rumoured boyfriend Kabir at Nupur’s wedding: PICS
Kriti Sanon has been rumoured to be dating Kabir Bahia since a while now. Netizens have been quick to observe even as they shared photos from the same location while being on a holiday. Read More
BBC demands tighter vetting after Apprentice candidate’s offensive social media posts
The BBC has called on the makers of The Apprentice to carry out stricter background checks on contestants, after one due to appear on the forthcoming series was found to have made offensive posts on social media. Read More
‘No more old players, today it’s corporate’: Hariharan, Leslie Lewis react to AR Rahman
Oscar-winning composer AR Rahman recently spoke about how the amount of work coming his way has reduced and hinted that it could be due to a ‘communal thing’. Read More
8th Pay Commission: How Much Central Govt Employees’ Salary May Rise From Level 1 To Level 18
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Interest among central government employees has risen after the 8th Pay Commission received approval, with many keen to know how much their salaries could increase. Read More
Stocks To Buy: These 3 Shares May See Action On Monday As Brokerages Turn Bullish
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The Indian stock market could see action in select counters on Monday, January 19, as the December-quarter earnings season gathers pace. Read More
Best Crypto Exchange In India 2026
As the Indian cryptocurrency landscape evolves in 2026, the demand for reliable crypto trading platforms has reached an all-time high. Read More
Bitcoin (BTC) Investors Load Up On This Cheap Crypto For Q1 2026 Upside Potential
When Bitcoin’s price enters a longer period of range trading, many investors shift part of their capital into smaller assets with growth potential. BTC has dominated headlines for years. Read More
PM Modi Mourns Passing Of Veteran Industrialist Mohan Lal Mittal
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New Delhi [India], January 16 (ANI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday expressed grief over the death of noted industrialist Mohan Lal Mittal, remembering him as a man Read More
Delhi to get luxury Yamuna cruise from February: Minister Kapil Mishra
From February, Delhiites will be able to experience an international-standard luxury cruise on the Yamuna river, with the city government set to launch a 40-seater cruise as part of its riverfront tourism and recreation plan, Delhi Tourism Minist Read More
Norwegian Cruise Line unveils new global brand platform ‘It’s Different Out Here’
Norwegian Cruise Line (NCL), a global innovator in cruise travel with a legacy of nearly six decades, has unveiled its new brand platform, ‘It’s Different Out Here,’ marking a contemporary evolution of its iconic 1990s tagline. Read More
Thailand plans to establish Disneyland to attract more tourists
The Thai government is considering establishing a Disneyland theme park in the country’s Eastern Economic Corridor (EEC) as part of a broader plan to strengthen tourism and transport infrastructure, according to a report by Bangkok Post. Read More
Kaziranga pilots astro-tourism to extend stays without stressing core park areas
Kaziranga National Park and Tiger Reserve (KNPTR) is promoting astro-tourism as a way to extend visitor stays without adding pressure on the park’s core wildlife habitats, officials said. Read More
Highway builders write to FM, road ministry; seek review of new arbitration norms
NEW DELHI: The apex body of highway builders, NHBF, has opposed the road transport ministry’s move to end arbitration in disputes with claims of over Rs 10 crore even for ongoing and contracted projects where arbitration has not been Read More
Final green light for India’s 1st PPP Earth imaging Sat project likely this week
BENGALURU: More than four months after India’s space regulator-cum-promoter Indian National Space Promotion and Authorisation Centre (IN-SPACe) announced the winners of India’s first EO Satellite System (EOSS) under PPP, a concession Read More
J&K: Encounter breaks out in Kishtwar, 3 injured soldiers airlifted
JAMMU: Seven security personnel have reportedly been injured in a gunbattle with terrorists that broke out in the remote forested area in the upper reaches of Kishtwar district of Jammu and Kashmir on Sunday and three of them have bee Read More
Advanced version of Nagastra drone used in Op Sindoor developed: Rajnath
NEW DELHI: Defence minister Rajnath Singh revealed on Sunday that an advanced version of the Nagastra drone, which was extensively used during Operation Sindoor to “accurately strike terrorist targets”, has been developed. Read More
Indian Chief Ministers Take Their Growth Story To Davos In Push To Attract Global Capital
Several Indian states are making a strong push at the WEF Annual Meeting 2026 in Davos, with chief ministers leading delegations to showcase investment opportunities. Read More
‘Jaya ji ne parliament mein bola tha..’: Sunita doesn’t want to be just known as Govinda’s wife
For the longest time, Sunita Ahuja was known for being Govinda’s wife but since the last few years, she’s come out on her own, through her candidness which reflects in public appearances and various interviews. Read More
SRK’s King set for release on Christmas 2026?
Fans have been waiting anxiously for the release of Shah Rukh Khan’s next film after the huge success of ‘Pathaan’ followed by ‘Jawan’. Read More
Kriti Sanon poses with rumoured boyfriend Kabir at Nupur’s wedding: PICS
Kriti Sanon has been rumoured to be dating Kabir Bahia since a while now. Netizens have been quick to observe even as they shared photos from the same location while being on a holiday. Read More
BBC demands tighter vetting after Apprentice candidate’s offensive social media posts
The BBC has called on the makers of The Apprentice to carry out stricter background checks on contestants, after one due to appear on the forthcoming series was found to have made offensive posts on social media. Read More
‘No more old players, today it’s corporate’: Hariharan, Leslie Lewis react to AR Rahman
Oscar-winning composer AR Rahman recently spoke about how the amount of work coming his way has reduced and hinted that it could be due to a ‘communal thing’. Read More
8th Pay Commission: How Much Central Govt Employees’ Salary May Rise From Level 1 To Level 18
Show Quick Read
Key points generated by AI, verified by newsroom
Interest among central government employees has risen after the 8th Pay Commission received approval, with many keen to know how much their salaries could increase. Read More
Stocks To Buy: These 3 Shares May See Action On Monday As Brokerages Turn Bullish
Show Quick Read
Key points generated by AI, verified by newsroom
The Indian stock market could see action in select counters on Monday, January 19, as the December-quarter earnings season gathers pace. Read More
Best Crypto Exchange In India 2026
As the Indian cryptocurrency landscape evolves in 2026, the demand for reliable crypto trading platforms has reached an all-time high. Read More
Bitcoin (BTC) Investors Load Up On This Cheap Crypto For Q1 2026 Upside Potential
When Bitcoin’s price enters a longer period of range trading, many investors shift part of their capital into smaller assets with growth potential. BTC has dominated headlines for years. Read More
PM Modi Mourns Passing Of Veteran Industrialist Mohan Lal Mittal
Show Quick Read
Key points generated by AI, verified by newsroom
New Delhi [India], January 16 (ANI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday expressed grief over the death of noted industrialist Mohan Lal Mittal, remembering him as a man Read More
Delhi to get luxury Yamuna cruise from February: Minister Kapil Mishra
From February, Delhiites will be able to experience an international-standard luxury cruise on the Yamuna river, with the city government set to launch a 40-seater cruise as part of its riverfront tourism and recreation plan, Delhi Tourism Minist Read More
Norwegian Cruise Line unveils new global brand platform ‘It’s Different Out Here’
Norwegian Cruise Line (NCL), a global innovator in cruise travel with a legacy of nearly six decades, has unveiled its new brand platform, ‘It’s Different Out Here,’ marking a contemporary evolution of its iconic 1990s tagline. Read More
Thailand plans to establish Disneyland to attract more tourists
The Thai government is considering establishing a Disneyland theme park in the country’s Eastern Economic Corridor (EEC) as part of a broader plan to strengthen tourism and transport infrastructure, according to a report by Bangkok Post. Read More
Kaziranga pilots astro-tourism to extend stays without stressing core park areas
Kaziranga National Park and Tiger Reserve (KNPTR) is promoting astro-tourism as a way to extend visitor stays without adding pressure on the park’s core wildlife habitats, officials said. Read More
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Highway builders write to FM, road ministry; seek review of new arbitration norms
NEW DELHI: The apex body of highway builders, NHBF, has opposed the road transport ministry’s move to end arbitration in disputes with claims of over Rs 10 crore even for ongoing and contracted projects where arbitration has not been Read More
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