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India bids adieu to its national icon Ratan Tata with full state honours, thousands pay tribute

Mumbai: The final rites of India's most revered industrialist Ratan Naval Tata were performed with full State honours at a Mumbai crematorium this afternoon.

A giant among industrialists, a patriot: Narayana Murthy's tribute to friend Ratan Tata

Bengaluru: Ratan Tata was deeply respected by his peers, especially Infosys co-founder N.R. Narayana Murthy who shared a close friendship with Tata despite their companies being competitors.

'Goodbye, dear lighthouse': Ratan Tata's trusted aide Shantanu Naidu bids emotional adieu

Delhi: Shantanu Naidu, general manager at Ratan Tata's office and a close associate, shared an emotional tribute to his "dear lighthouse" following the death of the 86-year-old former Tata Group chairman on Wednesday.

Cornell pays tribute to Ratan Tata: A legacy of innovation, philanthropy, and global impact

Mumbai: Cornell University, where Ratan Tata studied, paid rich tributes to him, acknowledging his lasting influence on entrepreneurs and business leaders worldwide.

India's most revered industrialist Ratan Tata to be given full state honours at funeral

Mumbai/IBNS: India's most revered industrialist and philanthropist Ratan Tata, who passed away on Wednesday at the age of 86, will be cremated with full state honours, media reports said.

Why did Ratan Tata, India's most beloved industrialist, remain unmarried for life?

Mumbai/IBNS: The personal life of India's most beloved industrialist and philanthropist Ratan Tata, who passed away at the age of 86 on Wednesday, has remained much of a mystery.

India's most revered industrialist Ratan Tata to be given full state honours

Mumbai/IBNS: India's most revered industrialist and philanthropist Ratan Tata, who passed away on Wednesday at the age of 86, will be cremated with full state honours, media reports said.

RG Kar: Junior doctors continue hunger strike after medics-govt talks yield no result

Kolkata/IBNS: Seven junior doctors of West Bengal continued with their "fast unto death" protest over the rape and murder of 31-year-old medic from Kolkata's RG Kar Medical College and Hospital after a fresh round of talks between the agitators and government failed on Wednesday.

Centre clears deal to construct 2 nuclear submarines and purchase 31 Predator missile-firing drones

New Delhi/IBNS: The Cabinet Committee on Security (CCS), chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, on Wednesday approved two major deals to construct two nuclear-powered conventional strike submarines (SSNs) and the acquisition of 31 Predator missile-firing drones from US-based General Atomics in a big boost to India's military capability.

Ratan Tata, India's most revered industrialist and former Tata Group chairman, dies at 86

Mumbai/IBNS: Legendary industrialist Ratan Tata, who was the chairman emeritus of Tata Sons, died on Wednesday, the Tata Group said in a statement. He was 86.

EVMs hacked: Congress meets Election Commission over Haryana poll defeat

New Delhi/IBNS: Following a huge setback in Haryana, Congress leaders met the Election Commission on Wednesday evening and registered a strong complaint, alleging that Electronic Voting Machines have been hacked.

AAP claims Atishi's belongings have been evicted from Delhi Chief Minister residence

New Delhi/IBNS: Delhi Chief Minister Atishi has been evicted from her official residence two days after she moved there following her predecessor Arvind Kejriwal's vacating of the bungalow, the Aam Aadmi Party claimed today.

AAP claims Atishi's belongings evicted from Delhi Chief Minister residence

New Delhi/IBNS: Delhi Chief Minister Atishi has been evicted from her official residence two days after she moved there following her predecessor Arvind Kejriwal's vacating of the bungalow, the Aam Aadmi Party claimed today.

Ratan Tata's condition critical; under intensive care in Mumbai hospital: Report

Mumbai: Ratan Tata, chairman emeritus of Tata Sons, one of India's largest conglomerates, is in critical condition and currently receiving intensive care at a hospital in Mumbai, Reuters reported, citing two sources familiar with the situation on Wednesday.

INS Talwar arrives in South Africa to participate in IBSAMAR exercise

Indian Navy’s frontline stealth frigate, INS Talwar, arrived at Simon’s Town, South Africa, on Oct 6 to participate in the eighth edition of IBSAMAR, a joint multinational maritime exercise among Indian, Brazilian, and South African Navy.

Maldives is a close friend and key partner for India in Indian Ocean Region: Droupadi Murmu

Indian President Droupadi Murmu recently hosted a banquet for her visiting Maldivian counterpart Mohamed Muizzu when he said  Maldives is a  a close friend and key partner for India in the Indian Ocean Region.

India sets sights on becoming global aviation powerhouse in next six years

In a bold move to elevate its aviation sector to international prominence, the Indian government has unveiled an ambitious plan to transform the nation into a global aviation hub by the year 2030.

Nayab Saini calls on PM Modi a day after BJP's hattrick in Haryana

New Delhi/IBNS: Nayab Saini, who is set to be back as the Haryana Chief Minister, on Wednesday called on Prime Minister Narendra Modi after the saffron party returned to power for the third consecutive term in the Hindi heartland state.

Will talk to Election Commission: Rahul Gandhi crying foul over Congress' defeat in Haryana

New Delhi/IBNS: Congress continued to cry foul over its defeat in Haryana assembly elections with its top leader Rahul Gandhi on Wednesday saying the party will reach out to the Election Commission of India with the complaints it received from various constituencies.

'Feeling weak physically but mentally strong': RG Kar junior doctors show resilience on day 5 of 'fast unto death' protest

Kolkata/IBNS: The 'fast unto death' protest by seven junior doctors against the RG Kar rape and murder incident entered the fifth day on Wednesday mounting pressure on the Mamata Banerjee government on the issue that has kept the state on boil for two months.

Haryana elections 2024: Internal conflicts marred Congress performance? Kumari Selja targets Bhupinder Hooda

Chandigarh: Congress witnessed a power tussle within its top ranks in Haryana even before the final election results were declared on Tuesday, as Congress leader Kumari Selja launched a veiled critique of Bhupinder Singh Hooda, under whose leadership the party contested but failed to win the state, media reports said.

AAP wins Doda seat in J&K polls, Kejriwal congratulates candidate Mehraj Malik in video call

New Delhi/IBNS: Even as the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) failed to open an account in Haryana, it managed to register its first victory in the Jammu and Kashmir assembly elections.

Jalebi jokes take over social media after Congress bites dust in Haryana elections

In politics, it’s common to circle around before making a point, but bringing jalebis into the conversation was an unexpected twist. Rahul Gandhi managed to do just that, and on Tuesday, as the Congress faced a defeat in the Haryana assembly elections, jalebis became a trending topic on social media platforms.

Jalebi jokes take over social media after Congress bites dust in Haryana elections

In politics, it’s common to circle around before making a point, but bringing jalebis into the conversation was an unexpected twist. Rahul Gandhi managed to do just that, and on Tuesday, as the Congress faced a defeat in the Haryana assembly elections, jalebis became a trending topic on social media platforms.

Haryana poll result 'shocking and unacceptable': Congress

New Delhi/IBNS: The Congress party Tuesday said the election result in Haryana is "shocking and unacceptable" after the Bharatiya Janata Party made history with a third consecutive term in the state.

BJP celebrates Haryana victory, highlights J&K performance; Congress calls Haryana results a 'defeat of democracy'

New Delhi: The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) is celebrating after securing a third consecutive term in Haryana, despite predictions of a setback due to factors such as alleged farmer dissatisfaction and the wrestlers' protests. Exit polls had also forecasted a poor showing for the BJP and a victory for the Congress.

PM Modi calls Haryana election win historic, labels Congress as 'parasitic party'

New Delhi/IBNS: Lauding the party workers for an unprecedented victory, Prime Minister Narendra Modi Tuesday said Haryana has scripted history by giving a third consecutive term to the BJP in the state.

BJP to retain Nayab Singh Saini as Haryana CM after historic third term in assembly polls: Reports

Chandigarh/IBNS: The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) top leadership is expected to retain Nayab Singh Saini as the Chief Minister of Haryana after the party secured a historic third term in the state assembly polls, media reports said.

BJP to retain Nayab Singh Saini as Haryana chief minister after historic third term in assembly polls: Reports

Chandigarh/IBNS: The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) top leadership is expected to retain Nayab Singh Saini as the Chief Minister of Haryana after the party secured a historic third term in the state assembly polls, media reports said.

UK-based MATV condemns Pakistan-sponsored pro-Khalistan extremism

In a fervent broadcast during the “Gurdwara MiriPiri” program on September 20, UK-based MATV delivered a robust condemnation of Pakistan-sponsored pro-Khalistan elements, specifically targeting the actions and influence of SFJ Chief Gurpatwant Singh Pannun.