ATS Probes Alleged Pakistan Link in Noida Workers’ Protest Violence

Noida: The investigation into the recent violent workers’ protests in Noida has intensified, with the Anti-Terrorist Squad (ATS) stepping in after initial findings hinted at a possible foreign connection, including suspected links to Pakistan.

US Extends Sanctions Waiver on Russian Oil Purchases by One Month

Washington: The United States has extended for another month a sanctions waiver that allows countries to purchase Russian petroleum products, reversing its earlier indication that the measure would not be renewed.

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Puppet label, failed leadership: Hafiz Saeed at centre of Lashkar-e-Taiba rift

New Delhi: Signals of rifts within the Pakistan establishment relating to the revival of terror groups and leadership changes have emerged.It is a well known fact that Pakistan's Field Marshal and Army Chief Asim Munir is unhappy…

Govt Aims to Rewrite Constitution, Grab Power: Mallikarjun Kharge Slams Women’s Quota & Delimitation Move

New Delhi: Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge on Saturday alleged that the government’s true intent is to alter the constitutional framework and concentrate executive power in its hands. He stated that the Congress in 2023,…

After Women’s Reservation Bill Setback, Narendra Modi to Address Nation Tonight

New Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to address the nation at 8.30 P.M. on Saturday and is likely to speak on the Women’s Reservation Bill. Earlier in the day, following the conclusion of the Parliament session,…

Big Relief for Govt Employees! Cabinet Approves 2% DA Hike-Salary Boost Incoming

New Delhi: The Union Cabinet, chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, on Saturday approved a 2 per cent increase in Dearness Allowance (DA) for central government employees effective from January 1, 2026, providing an increase…

Narendra Modi Targets Opposition After Women’s Quota Bill Fails in Lok Sabha

New Delhi — A day after the Constitution (131st Amendment) Bill on women’s reservation failed to pass in the Lok Sabha, Prime Minister Narendra Modi sharply criticised opposition parties, accusing them of putting “selfish politics”…

Women’s Reservation Act 2023 Came into Force Ahead of Amendment Vote in Lok Sabha

New Delhi: The Women’s Reservation Act, 2023 which provides a 33% quota for women in legislative bodies—was brought into force on Thursday, just as Parliament began discussions on a proposed amendment to the law.

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8th Pay Commission: Minimum Pay May Jump to ?69,000 as NC-JCM Pushes for 3.83 Fitment Factor

New Delhi — Central government employees could be in line for a substantial salary hike, as the National Council–Joint Consultative Machinery (NC-JCM) has proposed a major revision under the upcoming 8th Pay Commission.

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Workers protest resumes in Noida Sector 63; heavy police presence deployed

Noida — Protests by industrial workers flared up again on Wednesday in Sector 63, Block A of Noida, prompting authorities to deploy a heavy police force to maintain law and order.

A group of workers gathered at the site during the day…