New Delhi, Dec 10 (UNI) The government on Wednesday said its recent approval of a 26 per cent increase in print advertisement rates is based on a detailed assessment conducted by the 9th Rate Structure Committee (RSC).

Deepavali's inclusion in UNESCO list is a moment of pride: Delhi CM

New Delhi, Dec 10 (UNI) Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta on Wednesday said that it is a moment of pride for Bharat that the festival of lights, Deepavali, has been inscribed on UNESCO's list of Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity.

Rahul challenges HM Shah for debate on 'vote chori' allegations

New Delhi, Dec 10 (UNI) There was a heated debate between Leader of Opposition in Lok Sabha, Rahul Gandhi and union Home Minister Amit Shah in the ongoing Winter Session of Parliament on Wednesday over electoral reforms.

Winds improve Delhi’s air but AQI remains in ‘poor’ bracket

New Delhi, 10 Dec (UNI): Swift westerly winds continued to abate pollution levels in the national capital for the second consecutive day on Wednesday, offering mild relief to city residents.
Delhi recorded an air quality index (AQI) of 259, improving slightly from the previous day’s readings of 282, while remaining in the ‘poor’ air category.

Pollution check: MCD seals 3 jeans dyeing units in Kalyanpuri

New Delhi, December 10 (UNI): The Municipal Corporation of Delhi (MCD) on Wednesday sealed three unauthorised jeans dyeing units in east Delhi's Kalyanpuri area.

India–Malaysia exercise scales up with heliborne missions

New Delhi, December 10 (UNI) The ongoing fifth edition India–Malaysia joint military exercise Harimau Shakti 2025 entered a high-intensity training phase, incorporating advanced tactical manoeuvres and heliborne insertion techniques. This phase is designed to further strengthen interoperability and operational synergy between the Indian Army and the Malaysian Armed Forces, the army spokesperson stated.

Govt expands last-mile outreach for disaster alerts, welfare schemes via Prasar Bharati

New Delhi, Dec10 (UNI) The government has significantly expanded its last-mile communication network for disaster alerts, welfare schemes and public advisories by leveraging Prasar Bharati’s extensive broadcasting platforms, Dr L. Murugan, Minister of State for Information & Broadcasting (I&B), informed the Lok Sabha on Wednesday.

IAF marks 1971 war victory with grand aerial display at Mohanbari Air Base

New Delhi, December 10 (UNI) The Indian Air Force on Wednesday commemorated India’s victory in the 1971 war at Air Force Station Mohanbari in Assam. .

Amit Shah’s firm defense of electoral reforms as Congress-led opposition walks out of Lok Sabha

New Delhi, Dec 10 (UNI) The Lok Sabha witnessed a stormy debate on election reforms on Wednesday, culminating in a robust and detailed response from union Home Minister Amit Shah, while the Congress-led Opposition staged a walkout in protest.

Health Ministry, WHO roll out women's health campaign in Delhi Metro

New Delhi, 10 DEC (UNI): The Health Ministry on Wednesday partnered with the World Health Organisation to launch a month-long campaign to raise awareness centred on women's health issues, at Sultanpur metro station.

Two syndicates running extortion rackets busted in Delhi; kingpin arrested

New Delhi, Dec 10 (UNI) Delhi Police Crime Branch dismantled two major organised crime syndicates accused of extorting money from police personnel and exploiting commercial vehicle operators across the national Capital, an official said on Wednesday.

Microsoft to bring over 15k employers & partners from its global network onto Labour Ministry’s NCS platform

New Delhi, Dec 10 (UNI) Microsoft signed a deal with the Ministry of Labour and Employment on Wednesday in the presence of Satya Nadella, Microsoft’s chief executive and Minister for Labour and Employment Mansukh Mandaviya, committing the US-based giant to bring more than 15,000 employers and partner organizations from its global network onto the ministry’s National Career Service platform.

New Delhi, Dec 10 (UNI) Railway ticket fares in India remain among the cheapest in the world, with the Centre providing nearly Rs 60,000 crore in subsidies last year to keep passenger travel affordable, union Minister for Railways Ashwini Vaishnaw told the Lok Sabha on Wednesday.

Protect linguistic heritage to strengthen national unity: Annpurna Devi

New Delhi, December 10 (UNI) union Minister for Women and Child Development Annpurna Devi on Wednesday underscored the need to preserve and promote India’s linguistic diversity, describing it as a vital pillar of the nation’s cultural identity and unity. She said linguistic heritage is not merely a cultural asset but a binding force that strengthens India’s civilisational continuity..

SC reserves verdict on bail pleas of six accused in Delhi riots larger conspiracy case

New Delhi, Dec 10 (UNI) The Supreme Court on Wednesday reserved its verdict on the bail petitions filed by six accused, Umar Khalid, Sharjeel Imam, Gulfisha Fatima, Meeran Haider, Shadab Ahmed, and Mohd Saleem Khan in the Delhi riots larger conspiracy case of 2020.
A Bench comprising Justice Aravind Kumar and Justice NV Anjaria concluded the extensive hearing. It directed the parties to compile and submit all documents by December 18, making it clear that the Court intends to decide the matter before the winter recess beginning December 19.