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'Spare us, or we may do something drastic': Disha Salian's parents hit out at politicians
"Please spare us... We are trying to emerge from the tragedy of our daughter. Don't keep raking it up repeatedly and politicising it... If this doesn't stop, we may be forced to do something drastic. Only the politicians will be responsible for this," Satish Salian and his wife Vasanti said.
India warns Ukraine developments could 'undermine' peace security, calls for restraint
Addressing the Council late Monday night, India's Permanent Representative T.S. Tirumurti said: "The escalation of tension along the border of Ukraine with the Russian Federation is a matter of deep concern. These developments have the potential to undermine peace and security of the region."
SC-appointed panel submits interim report in Pegasus snooping case
According to sources familiar with the development, the panel has submitted an interim report in the apex court. A bench headed by Chief Justice N.V. Ramana and comprising Justices Surya Kant and Hima Kohli will take up the petitions in the matter on February 23.The panel had earlier said that only two people submitted their mobiles phones with it for forensic examination.
PVL: Calicut Heroes register scintillating 5-0 victory, book semis spot
The Calicut Heroes booked their place in the semi-finals after registering an incredible 5-0 victory over Hyderabad Black Hawks at the Gachibowli Indoor Stadium here on Monday. Calicut, who beat Hyderabad 15-14, 15-10, 15-14, 15-14, 15-9, took an extra point from this match. They picked up a total of seven points in the league stage. Calicut Heroes' David Lee was adjudged the Player of the Match.
DGCI approval to Corbevax will strengthen fight against Covid: Mandaviya
Vaccine manufacturer Biological E. Ltd on Monday announced that its Covid-19 vaccine, Corbevax, has received emergency use authorisation (EUA) from India's drug regulator for the 12 to 18 age group. According to the Hyderabad-based firm, Corbevax is India's first indigenously developed Receptor Binding Domain (RBD) protein sub-unit vaccine against Covid-19.
BJP, RSS want one ideology, culture to prevail in India, Cong to promote diversity: Rahul
Gandhi referring to his recent Lok Sabha speech on "Union of states" said the Congress always wanted to protect and develop the diverse culture of people of all the states and Union Territories of India.He said that the BJP and the RSS did not like the reference of "Union of states" because they have a different vision of the country.
ICCR to organise craft fair exclusively for diplomatic community in Delhi
ICCR President Vinay Sahasrabuddhe said, "A three-day long craft mela (craft fair) will be organised from February 23 to 25 at Chandni Bagh in Bikaner House. The event will be inaugurated by Union Minister of State for External Affairs and Culture, Meenakshi Lekhi. The inauguration will mark the presence of about 70-75 head of foreign missions in India and few Indian dignitaries."
Tension in K'taka's Shivamogga over Bajrang Dal activist's murder
The police department is on high alert throughout the state after an incident of violence were reported. Fearing large-scale violence, the Shivamogga city has been turned into a police fortress. The Bajrang Dal activist, identified as Harsha, was brutally killed late Sunday night near Ravivarma Street in Bharathi Colony. Harsha was a tailor and held the position of 'Prakanda Sahakaryadarshi' (coordinator) in the district.
Lalu sentenced 5-yr jail, Rs 60L fine in 5th fodder scam case
A special CBI court in Ranchi on Monday sentenced Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD) chief Lalu Prasad to five years imprisonment and imposed a fine of Rs 60 lakh on him in the Rs 139.35 crore Doranda treasury scam, the fifth fodder scam case. The former Bihar chief minister along with other accused was pronounced guilty by the court on February 15.
63% voter turnout in Punjab till 5 pm
Sixty-three per cent of over 2.14 crore voters in Punjab turned out on Sunday till 5 p.m. to elect 117 members of the Assembly amid minor skirmishes and snags in EVMs, officials said. The Malwa region, which has the highest number of 69 seats, saw the highest poll percentage compared to Doaba and Majha regions. Except some incidents of minor clashes, no major poll-related violence has been reported in the state so far.
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