Manipur 2024: Chaos, violence, protests reigned supreme

IMPHAL: It was a year of turmoil in Manipur. The divide between the Meitei community in the valley and the Kuki tribes in the hills deepened in 2024, triggering human casualties, widespread violence, mob attacks and drone strikes on civilian areas. Once known for its cultural harmony, the state now faces deepening divisions, with thousands… Continue reading Manipur 2024: Chaos, violence, protests reigned supreme

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Delhi Police to deploy 20K personnel, enforces traffic restrictions for New Year Eve celebrations

NEW DELHI: Delhi Police has made elaborated traffic arrangements and restrictions across the national capital, especially at Connaught Place, and deployed nearly 20,000 police and paramilitary personnel in the city on the eve of New Year celebration to maintain law and order, officials said on Tuesday. A senior police official said that 50 teams, equipped… Continue reading Delhi Police to deploy 20K personnel, enforces traffic restrictions for New Year Eve celebrations

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Space docking experiment: Spacecraft injected into right orbit, ISRO eyes another tech feat

SRIHARIKOTA: esh), Dec 31 (PTI) Two spacecraft that would aid ISRO in demonstrating space docking, a critical technology for future space missions, got separated successfully and were placed into the desired orbit late Monday, the country’s space agency said. “PSLV C60 mission accomplished as of SpaDeX spacecraft is considered,” said Mission Director M Jayakumar. Indian… Continue reading Space docking experiment: Spacecraft injected into right orbit, ISRO eyes another tech feat

Andhra Pradesh tourist killed in drunken brawl in Goa

PANAJI: A 30-year-old visitor from Andhra Pradesh was killed in a drunken brawl at a beach shack in Goa in the wee hours of Tuesday, police said. The police have arrested a 23-year-old shack worker in connection with the incident which took place in Calangute area of North Goa district, they said. A group of… Continue reading Andhra Pradesh tourist killed in drunken brawl in Goa

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Mumbai hoarding collapse: Key accused arrested from Lucknow

MUMBAI: Mumbai Police have arrested a key accused in the Ghatkopar hoarding collapse case from Uttar Pradesh capital Lucknow, officials said on Tuesday. The accused, identified as businessman Arshad Khan (42), was on the run for the last seven months after being called to record his statement in connection with the case, an official said.… Continue reading Mumbai hoarding collapse: Key accused arrested from Lucknow

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McDonald backs under-fire Marsh, remains optimistic about Starc”s availablity for Sydney Test

MELBOURNE: Australia head coach Andrew McDonald conceded that Mitchell Marsh has fallen short of expectations with the bat against India but remained optimistic about Mitchell Starc’s availability for the pivotal fifth Test in Sydney. Starc’s fitness remains the primary worry for the hosts after the pacer battled through sore ribs from day three of the… Continue reading McDonald backs under-fire Marsh, remains optimistic about Starc”s availablity for Sydney Test

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Gold set to extend record run; may hit Rs 90,000 in 2025 on global cues

NEW DELHI: Gold, a safe-haven bet, is likely to continue its record-smashing journey in the New Year, rising to Rs 85,000 per 10 grams and even Rs 90,000 level in domestic markets if geopolitical tensions and global economic uncertainties continue. Also aiding the run is a dovish tilt in monetary policy and buying by central… Continue reading Gold set to extend record run; may hit Rs 90,000 in 2025 on global cues

South Africa-India 2024: 30th anniversary of resumed diplomatic ties, trade gains momentum

JOHANNESBURG: Trade between India and South Africa picked momentum in 2024 after a sluggish spell following the COVID-19 pandemic. The two countries also marked the 30th anniversary of the resumption of their diplomatic ties this year. Bilateral trade totalled USD 19 billion in the year, surpassing the pre-pandemic figure. “We hosted several high-profile Invest India… Continue reading South Africa-India 2024: 30th anniversary of resumed diplomatic ties, trade gains momentum

ISRO reschedules Space Docking Experiment by 2 min

SRIHARIKOTA: esh), Dec 30 (PTI) ISRO’s Space Docking Experiment onboard a PSLV rocket later on Monday has been rescheduled by two mins, the space agency said. A key milestone in India’s space programme, the mission will lift off at 10 pm on Monday instead of the originally planned 9.58 pm, ISRO said. However, there was… Continue reading ISRO reschedules Space Docking Experiment by 2 min

Big AI bets, demand reboot: Indian IT sector `bytes’ into 2025 with cautious optimism

NEW DELHI: The Indian IT industry steps into 2025 with hope and optimism of improved tech spending and stronger deal pipeline as businesses across-the-board take bold AI bets, but all eyes are on global macroeconomic cues as well as the US’ stance on trade and high-skilled immigration as President-elect Donald Trump returns to White House… Continue reading Big AI bets, demand reboot: Indian IT sector `bytes’ into 2025 with cautious optimism