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Nivedita Dash

Currently working as Assistant Editor. She has experience of over 13 years in Digital and Print media. She has covered numerous big ticket events - 26/11 attack, 2014, 2019 Lok Sabha polls, 2017 Delhi elections to name a few. Website QC, microsite layout and design for special projects are some of her strong pursuit. When not churning out news stories, you will find her diving into the world of books and movies and spending time on her kitchen garden.

Leopard spotted in Bengaluru's Electronic city captured
Karnataka | Sep 26, 2024, 07:43 AM IST
On the intervening night of September 17, a leopard sighting was reported in Bengaluru's Electronics City. The incident occurred around 3 a.m. near the Phase 1 toll plaza, where the leopard was observed crossing a flyover before disappearing into the NTFT ground.
Arvind Kejriwal writes to RSS chief Bhagwat on BJP's politics, PM Modi's actions
India | Sep 25, 2024, 02:33 PM IST
Arvind Kejriwal wrote to RSS chief Bhagwat on BJP's politics and PM Modi's actions. He also asked the RSS chief if he agrees with the BJP's politics of "using" central agencies to break up political outfits.
'Odd-even may return if AQI crosses 450': Delhi government's 21-point guide for winter pollution
Delhi | Sep 25, 2024, 02:23 PM IST
Gopal Rai announced that the AAP government will reward whichever private construction agency, company, government employee, performs the best to control pollution with 'Harit Ratna Award' to encourage them.

'We can't call any part of India as Pakistan': SC accepts Karnataka HC judge 'unconditional' apology
Karnataka | Sep 25, 2024, 12:42 PM IST
The bench, also comprising Justices Sanjiv Khanna, B R Gavai, Surya Kant and Hrishikesh Roy, observed that courts have to be careful not to make comments in the course of judicial proceedings which may be construed as being misogynistic or for that matter prejudicial to any segment of the society.
Congress hasn't done as much in Jammu as we would expect them to do: Omar Abdullah
Jammu And Kashmir | Sep 25, 2024, 11:43 AM IST
National Conference vice-president Omar Abdullah had earlier said pre-poll alliance with the Congress was formed to give people an option to avoid a hung House. In a pointed remark aimed at Congress Omar also urged Rahul Gandhi to wrap up campaigning in Kashmir and shift his focus towards Jammu.
Badlapur: Akshay Shinde died of excessive bleeding, reveals post mortem report
Maharashtra | Sep 25, 2024, 09:56 AM IST
The family of the Badlapur sexual assault case accused have refused to accept the body of Akshay Shinde till investigation is complete.

UP International Trade Show: Noida Police issues traffic advisory | DETAILS
Uttar Pradesh | Sep 25, 2024, 08:51 AM IST
The Noida Police has issued a traffic advisory for Uttar Pradesh International Trade Show which is kickstarting today in Greater Noida. Restrictions will affect goods vehicles and local traffic, with diversions in place to ensure smooth flow.
Punjab: Law university in Patiala closed till further orders amid students' protest against VC
India | Sep 25, 2024, 07:53 AM IST
The students have refused to back down while demanding the resignation of the VC and have even written a letter to the Chief Justice of India and the Bar Association, appealing for action.
'Confident that truth will come out': Siddaramaiah after High Court setback in alleged land scam
Karnataka | Sep 24, 2024, 03:42 PM IST
In the MUDA site allotment case, it is alleged that compensatory sites were allotted to Siddaramaiah's wife B M Parvathi in an upmarket area in Mysuru, which had higher property value as compared to the location of her land which had been "acquired" by the MUDA.

After facing flak over social media remarks, JDU leader Ashok Chaudhary meets CM Nitish Kumar
Bihar | Sep 24, 2024, 02:36 PM IST
Earlier he also threatened Bhumihar leaders, saying they would not get tickets in next year's Assembly polls. His remarks went viral on social media.
Omar Adbullah, Ravinder Raina, Tariq Karra among 239 candidates in fray in J-K 2nd phase polling
Jammu And Kashmir | Sep 24, 2024, 01:58 PM IST
The second phase will be watched keenly as jailed separatist leader Sarjan Ahmad Wagay alias Barkati is hoping to repeat Engineer Rashid's Lok Sabha poll feat against the National Conference leader.
Akshay Shinde encounter: Thane Police constitutes investigation committee, post mortem today
Maharashtra | Sep 24, 2024, 12:01 PM IST
Akshay Shinde was killed near Mumbra Bypass around 6:15pm when he allegedly snatched the gun of a policeman while he was being ferried in a police vehicle as part of a probe into a case registered on the complaint of his former wife.

Happens only in UP! Villagers catch crocodile, tie it with a rope and take it on display on bicycle
offbeat | Sep 24, 2024, 08:28 AM IST
A shocking video has emerged from Bharosa village of Jhansi. Some rural youths tied a crocodile with a rope and carried it on a bicycle and took out a procession throughout the village.
Trinamool leader Anubrata Mondal, out on bail in cattle smuggling scam, reaches Bengal
Kolkata | Sep 24, 2024, 07:46 AM IST
The TMC leader who was granted bail in June remained in jail as he was also arrested by the Enforcement Directorate (ED) in the same case in November 2022.
Atishi touches her 'guru' Arvind Kejriwal's feet after taking oath as Delhi CM | VIDEO
Delhi | Sep 21, 2024, 05:17 PM IST
Atishi after being named as Delhi Chief Minister had addressed Arvind Kejriwal as her 'mentor' and had specified that she will have a brief tenure in office as assembly elections in the national capital are due in February.

Atishi sworn in as Delhi chief minister, Arvind Kejriwal attends ceremony
Delhi | Sep 21, 2024, 05:21 PM IST
A first-time legislator, Atishi is a key face of the party and managed AAP's operations during Arvind Kejriwal's time in Tihar jail in connection with the excise policy case. The Kalkaji MLA's name was proposed by Kejriwal, who tendered his resignation as chief minister, for the top post.
Dharavi mosque case: Trustees ask for time to remove illegal construction, write to BMC
Maharashtra | Sep 21, 2024, 03:13 PM IST
Dharavi mosque row: Protests were seen against the BMC team that went to demolish the illegal construction at Dharavi's Shubhaniya Mosque. However, later the trustees of the mosque wrote a letter to the BMC and asked for time to demolish the illegal construction themselves.
Noida: Girl cheats death as she lands on pillar of elevated road after being hit by vehicle | VIDEO
Uttar Pradesh | Sep 21, 2024, 02:25 PM IST
A young girl had a narrow escape in Noida's Sector 25 area after an accident on an overbridge.
Assembly elections: Infighting in Haryana Congress, 'upset' Kumari Selja gives campaigning a miss
Haryana | Sep 21, 2024, 01:04 PM IST
Haryana elections: Bhupinder Singh Hooda and Kumari Selja are considered to be rivals in Haryana politics.
NIT Patna student found hanging in hostel, suicide note found
Bihar | Oct 08, 2024, 02:57 PM IST
The police have found a suicide note which says that she took the extreme step due to personal and family reasons. After receiving information about the unrest, the local Bihta police reached the spot.