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  Junior doctors begin 'Abhaya Clinic' at Swasthya Bhawan amid protests over RG Kar rape-murder case

  Kolkata | September 13, 2024 17:21 IST

  The camps, organised as a mark of the doctors' protest against the trainee doctor's rape and murder at the RG Kar hospital, featured banners that read 'We Want Justice'.

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  Shimla mosque row: How a single-floor mosque expanded into a 5-storey structure in Himachal Pradesh?

  Explainers | September 12, 2024 14:22 IST

  Shimla mosque row: The situation remains tense but under control, as authorities continue to enforce strict measures to prevent any outbreak of violence. All eyes are now on the next hearing scheduled for October 5, which may offer some resolution to the long-standing conflict.

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  Himachal: Sanjouli Mosque representatives seek local body's permission to demolish illegal floor

  India | September 12, 2024 14:13 IST

  Demonstrators repeatedly demanded the demolition of the allegedly illegal construction. Protesters have claimed that they have repeatedly reported the unauthorised building of the mosque to the authorities, but no action has been taken.

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  Shivraj Singh's big gift to Madhya Pradesh, approves proposal seeking increase in soybean MSP

  Madhya Pradesh | September 11, 2024 17:20 IST

  The Madhya Pradesh Cabinet meeting convened on Tuesday decided to fix MSP on soybean at Rs 4,892 per quintal. Subsequently, the approval of the Centre was sought. Taking quick action, Union Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan approved the decision within 24 hours.

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  What is Shimla mosque dispute case, why are locals protesting over its construction | EXPLAINED

  Explainers | September 12, 2024 0:01 IST

  The Waqf Board has claimed ownership of the mosque, with the next court hearing scheduled for October. Rising tensions were further aggravated by a violent incident in the nearby Malyana area, leading to increased security measures.

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  Shimla mosque dispute case: Amid protests, shops in Mall Road to remain shut for one hour today

  India | September 11, 2024 16:37 IST

  Shimla mosque dispute case: As the protestors gathered on the call of some Hindu groups entered Sanjauli and broke a second barricade near the mosque, police resorted to lathi-charge and used water cannons to disperse them.

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  RG Kar rape-murder case: Protesting doctors acknowledge Mamata's invite but with conditions apply

  Kolkata | September 11, 2024 18:12 IST

  The protesting doctor's key demands include immediate action against those responsible for the crime, a thorough investigation into alleged cover-ups, and the resignation of several high-ranking officials, including Kolkata Police Commissioner Vineet Goyal and the state Health Secretary.

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  Kolkata rape-murder case: Junior doctors defy SC directive to join duty, RG Kar issues notice to 51

  Kolkata | September 10, 2024 19:55 IST

  The Supreme Court had directed the junior doctors to end their 'cease work' and return to duty, after assurance by govt that no action disciplinary would be taken against them. However, agitating doctors defied the order and continued to protest post-SC deadline.

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  American-Turkish activist shot dead by Israeli army during West Bank protest

  World | September 06, 2024 22:35 IST

  A 26-year-old American activist of Turkish origin was shot dead by the Israeli army during a protest in the occupied West Bank. The incident occurred amid ongoing demonstrations, with the activist reportedly being fatally wounded during the clash.

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  Coffee at Kurukshetra: Is Balochistan enough for Pakistan?

  Kurukshetra | September 06, 2024 19:23 IST

  Another civil war has started in Pakistan? Will the next partition of Pakistan happen very soon? Countdown to PoK has started in Pakistan...Pakistan will break after the elections in Kashmir...

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  Coffee at Kurukshetra: Is Balochistan enough for Pakistan?

  Kurukshetra | September 06, 2024 19:19 IST

  Another civil war has started in Pakistan? Will the next partition of Pakistan happen very soon? Countdown to PoK has started in Pakistan...Pakistan will break after the elections in Kashmir...

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  Auto driver arrested for rape attempt on tribal woman in Telangana, tension in village continues

  Hyderabad | September 05, 2024 16:29 IST

  Police said that a 45-year-old woman belonging to ST Gondu caste of Devuguda village was walking to Soyanguda, to her mother's village through Raghavapur, when she was hit by an unknown vehicle and was rushed to the hospital and later referred to Gandhi Hospital Hyderabad.

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  West Bengal: BJP's Sukanta Majumdar announces seven-day dharna after Calcutta HC grants permission

  Kolkata | August 28, 2024 13:29 IST

  The BJP has called Bangla Bandh in the entire state. There have been reports of clashes between the BJP protesters and TMC workers.

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  Bangla Bandh: BJP's Sukanta Majumdar stages sit-in protest on Kolkata road

  Kolkata | August 28, 2024 23:08 IST

  Clashes between BJP and Trinamool Congress workers were reported, heightening tensions in Kolkata and other areas. Despite the bandh, most markets, shops, and government offices remained open, although there was a noticeable decrease in public transport and private vehicles on the roads.

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  Nabanna rally: Clashes break out on Kolkata roads, water cannons used near Howrah Bridge | Video

  Kolkata | August 27, 2024 13:42 IST

  Nabanna Rally: After the protests turned violent, police used tear gas and water cannons to stop the protesters from marching towards the Secretariat as no permission was given for the protest march.

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  Kolkata Rape & Murder: West Bengal Secretariat turns into fortress ahead of Nabanna Abhiyaan

  News | August 27, 2024 13:44 IST

  Kolkata Rape and Murder Case: Nabanna, the West Bengal Secretariat, has been turned into a fortress over a planned protest march called by students.

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  Nursing student raped by auto-rickshaw driver in Ratnagiri, locals block road in protest | VIDEO

  Maharashtra | August 27, 2024 12:00 IST

  The accused auto-rickshaw driver allegedly intoxicated the nursing student before raping her. Based on the girl's complaint, the police have registered a case and are scanning CCTV to identify the accused.

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  Kolkata Police issues advisory ahead of UGC NET re-exam amid planned protest

  Higher Studies | August 27, 2024 6:53 IST

  The Kolkata Police issued an advisory ahead of the UGC NET re-exam on August 27, warning of potential disruptions due to the ‘Nabanna Abhiyan’ protest march. The protest, aimed at the state secretariat, may cause difficulties for candidates travelling to exam centers.

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  Maharashtra Bandh: Sharad Pawar backs move to protest against Badlapur incident, calls it 'serious'

  Maharashtra | August 23, 2024 16:06 IST

  Maharashtra Bandh: The Opposition group Maha Vikas Aghadi (MVA), comprising Congress, Sena (UBT) and NCP (SP), has called for a ‘Maharashtra Bandh’ on August 24 (Saturday) to protest against the Badlapur incident.

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  Mumbai railway commuter organisations hold 'wear your white' protest: Check key demands

  Maharashtra | August 22, 2024 14:20 IST

  The protesters said that the commuters have long expressed frustration over the perceived bias of railway authorities towards Mail and Express trains at the expense of the local train network.