BENGALURU: Bangalore University (BU) has postponed its second-semester MBA examination, originally scheduled for Friday, December 27, following the Karnataka state government’s declaration of a public holiday. The state government announced the holiday as a mark of respect following the demise of former Prime Minister Dr. Manmohan Singh on Thursday night. BU announced the decision early…
MUMBAI: To accommodate New Year’s Eve celebrations, Central Railway (CR) and Western Railway (WR) will operate special late-night local trains, ensuring smooth travel for revellers, reported The Times of India. On the CR Main line, a late-night train will depart from Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Terminus (CSMT) at 1:30 a.m. on January 1, reaching Kalyan at…
BENGALURU: Namma Metro witnessed minimal advancements in 2024, with the much-anticipated Yellow Line facing another delay. While the year saw the inauguration of a minor Green Line extension, other significant projects, including the Yellow Line, experienced setbacks. As reported by The Hindu, the Yellow Line, connecting R.V. Road to Bommasandra, was initially slated to open…
New Delhi: The national capital experienced a refreshing change in weather on Friday morning as rain swept across the city, accompanied by dense fog that significantly reduced visibility. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) recorded a minimum temperature of 12 degrees Celsius, with the maximum expected to touch 20 degrees Celsius. The IMD has predicted a…
Mangaluru: A 22-year-old man from Kozhikode, Kerala, has been arrested by the Mangaluru City Cyber Economic and Narcotics (CEN) Crime Police for his alleged involvement in a Rs 1.71 crore cyber fraud. Akash A, is accused of allowing his bank account to be used for fraudulent transactions, facilitating a large-scale cybercrime. The case was registered…
New Delhi: Dense fog blanketed Delhi on Wednesday morning, significantly reducing visibility and disrupting transportation. The Air Quality Index (AQI) at 7 am was recorded at 333, categorised as ‘very poor,’ showing a slight improvement from the previous day’s ‘severe’ levels. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) reported a minimum temperature of nine degrees Celsius. Due…
New Delhi: The Delhi Traffic Police has issued a traffic advisory ahead of Christmas, outlining preparations for crowd management and smooth traffic flow during the festive season. Special arrangements will be in place at key locations, including churches, malls and popular markets. The police have confirmed that additional patrols and traffic personnel will be deployed…
Bhubaneswar: Odisha woke up to light drizzles and cloudy skies on Christmas morning, with cities like Bhubaneswar and Cuttack experiencing intermittent rain. The weather has disrupted local communication and movement in some areas. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) attributed the rain to a low-pressure system active over the Bay of Bengal near Andhra Pradesh and…
Bhopal: In a major crackdown on corruption, the Lokayukta Special Police Establishment (SPE) has seized assets worth Rs 7.98 crore from Saurabh Sharma, a former constable in Madhya Pradesh. The seized assets include Rs 2.87 crore in cash, 234 kilograms of silver, and other valuables. Raids were conducted on December 18 and 19 at Sharma’s…
New Delhi: The Delhi Police, on Tuesday (Dec 24), uncovered a major illegal immigration racket aiding Bangladeshi nationals with forged documents. A total of 11 individuals, including five Bangladeshi citizens, have been arrested in connection with the case. The arrests are part of the Delhi Police’s ongoing drive to identify and act against illegal immigrants…
