Noida: Days after a 27-year-old software engineer lost his life after his car plunged into a water-filled pit in Sector 150, the Noida Authority has taken disciplinary action, terminating a junior engineer and issuing show-cause notices to officials responsible for traffic-related works in the area. The victim, Yuvraj Mehta, worked with customer data science firm…
Bhubaneswar: Several closely contested and one-sided encounters were witnessed on Day 5 of the third phase of the OCA Inter District School Cricket Tournament 2025–26, with Jharsuguda, Sambalpur-A, Cuttack-A and Deogarh posting victories, while the match between Khordha and Gajapati ended in a thrilling tie. At Kuranga Sasan Ground, Jharsuguda defeated Dhenkanal by 60 runs….
Cuttack: Utkal University and VBS Purvanchal University registered convincing victories in their respective matches on Day 7 of the East Zone Inter University (EZIU) cricket tournament, played at Ravenshaw Ground 2 on Sunday. Utkal University delivered a dominant all-round performance to defeat Tripura University by a massive 94 runs. Batting first, Utkal University posted a…
New Delhi: Authorities have put in place a range of facilitation steps to ensure a smooth and hassle-free experience for spectators attending the Republic Day parade at Kartavya Path, officials said on Sunday. To help people reach the venue without confusion, public transport users will receive guidance during their journey, while those arriving by private…
New Delhi: Delhi Police have busted an international drug-trafficking network allegedly run by Nigerian nationals, arresting two foreign citizens and seizing cocaine and MDMA valued at around Rs 5 crore, officials said on Sunday. The operation was carried out by the Crime Branch following sustained surveillance across several parts of the city. During the raids,…
Cuttack: Day 7 of the East Zone Inter-University Cricket Tournament (EZIU) delivered a mix of tight contests and dominant performances as four matches were played across the Ravenshaw grounds. At Ravenshaw Ground 1, VBSPU Purvanchal University edged past B.R.A Bihar University in a closely fought encounter. Batting first, VBSPU posted 134 for 9. In reply,…
Cuttack: Several one-sided contests and strong individual performances highlighted day four of the OCA inter-district school cricket tournament 2025–26 (Phase 3), with five matches played across different venues on Saturday. At Gatirout Patna Ground, Khordha registered a comfortable seven-wicket win over Jharsuguda. Batting first after winning the toss, Jharsuguda were bowled out for 142 in…
Lucknow: Members of the Vishva Hindu Parishad (VHP) staged a protest in Hazratganj on Friday, alleging illegal religious conversion activities at King George’s Medical University (KGMU) and calling for swift and strict action against those involved. The demonstration came a day after the arrest of KGMU intern Mohammad Adil in connection with an alleged rape…
New Delhi: Commuters in the national capital are likely to face traffic restrictions on January 17, 19, 20 and 21 as Delhi Police conduct rehearsals for the Republic Day parade along Kartavya Path. According to police, the rehearsal route will stretch from Vijay Chowk to India Gate and extend up to the C-Hexagon. To allow…
Cuttack: Several one-sided contests and standout individual performances marked the East Zone Inter University (EZIU) Cricket Tournament matches played on across venues, here on Friday (Jan 16) . At Ravenshaw Ground 1, Tripura University posted a strong 231 for 4 against MSCB University, riding on a blistering knock from Sridam Paul. The batter smashed 124…
