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. The Ministry of Finance, Government of India, has extended significant financial assistance to the state of Uttarakhand. For the financial year 2025-26, a special assistance of Rs 200 crore (loan) has been approved for Uttarakhand under the “Scheme for Special Assistance to States for Capital Investment (SASCI)” to support reforms in the mining sector, the Chief Minister’s Office said in a press release. This assistance has been provided to implement reforms related to minor minerals and initiatives linked to the State Mining Readiness Index. The funds have been released in accordance with the guidelines laid down by the Government of India, based on the proposal submitted by the Uttarakhand government and the recommendations of the Ministry of Mines. PM Modi Unveils ₹8,000 Crore Projects to Boost Uttarakhand’s Infrastructure Expressing gratitude to Prime Minister Narendra Modi and the Government of India for this support, Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami said that the assistance would give fresh momentum to transparency, technological advancement, and sustainable development in Uttarakhand’s mining sector. He added that the state government would utilise the funds to make the mining system more organised, environmentally sensitive, and employment-oriented, thereby strengthening the state’s economy and creating new opportunities for local youth. Earlier, Uttarakhand Chief Secretary Anand Bardhan on Monday reviewed various schemes under PM Pragati at the Secretariat. He directed that State Pragati be launched in the state on the lines of PM Pragati. He said that one day every month should be earmarked to hold review meetings of the flagship and most important schemes of both the State and Central governments. He also directed that the first meeting of State Pragati be organised in January 2026.The Chief Secretary instructed that facilities such as computer/Information and Communication Technology (ICT) laboratories, smart classrooms, libraries, etc., be arranged at the schools identified under the PM SHRI scheme at the earliest. He directed that all related processes, including EFC/DFC and other formalities, be completed by March. He emphasised that departmental officers should be given clear targets and that regular monitoring should be carried out to ensure the timely completion of works. End of ArticleFollow Us On Social MediaVideos“No Racial Angle”: SSP Rules Out Alleged Slurs in Angel Chakma KillingCongress’ Adhir Ranjan Chowdhury Flags Attacks on Migrant Workers to PM Modi’Will Rid Bengal Of Infiltrators’: Amit Shah Slams Mamata Banerjee’s 14-Year Rule, Sounds Poll BugleFrom Defence To Civil Skies: HAL’s Dhruv-NG Helicopter Takes Flight In India’s Aviation PushJapanese Tourist Harassed in Varanasi on Christmas, Netizens Slam ‘Mob Culture’Chicken’s Neck Threat Sparks Sharp Reply As Nagaland Minister Warns Bangladesh Radicals BoldlyBilawal Bhutto Goes On Anti-India Rant, Says ‘Modi Is Afraid Of Asim Munir’ Since Operation SindoorDonald Trump Tells Netanyahu He Stopped India-Pakistan War The 70th Time Since Op Sindoor PausedFrom First Woman PM To Fierce Rivalry: Khaleda Zia’s Three Terms That Redefined Bangladesh PoliticsBangladesh Mourns As Former Prime Minister And BNP Chief Khaleda Zia Dies At 80123PhotostoriesLeBron James’ fitness philosophy: A closer look at the NBA legend’s typical routine, diet, and non-negotiablesInvite Wealth and Prosperity on January 1, 2026 Based on Your Birth DateChef Sanjeev Kapoor shares ultimate picnic snack guide5 weaving traditions in India that have survived for centuriesFrom Shrekking to the Black Cat Boyfriend: 7 dating trends of 2025 that may shape relationships in 2026 tooArena Awakenings: Bengaluru Gears Up for Global Sporting Glory (In Pictures)The only place on Earth where sand, snow and sea meet–can you guess?This drink can remove excess sugar from the body naturally; recipe insideSnow guaranteed! Top 5 destinations to visit in India this January for 2026 winter funBengaluru’s Nadaprabhu Kempegowda Layout moves closer to habitation as development work picks up123Hot PicksIndigo flight DisruptionsPAN-Aadhaar link statusKhaleda ZiaGold rate todayIncome Tax RefundBahrain Golden Visa 2025Bank Holidays DecemberTop TrendingErika KirkTravis KelceJEE Advanced RegistrationAnjel ChakmaMumbai Bhandup Bus AccidentRobert Kraft vs Gayle Benson Net WorthMLB Trade RumorsAntonio BrownBengaluru PG BlastWWE Raw Highligths

. The Ministry of Finance, Government of India, has extended significant financial assistance to the state of Uttarakhand. For the financial year 2025-26, a special assistance of Rs 200 crore (loan) has been approved for Uttarakhand under the “Scheme for Special Assistance to States for Capital Investment (SASCI)” to support reforms in the mining sector, the Chief Minister’s Office said in a press release. This assistance has been provided to implement reforms related to minor minerals and initiatives linked to the State Mining Readiness Index. The funds have been released in accordance with the guidelines laid down by the Government of India, based on the proposal submitted by the Uttarakhand government and the recommendations of the Ministry of Mines. PM Modi Unveils ₹8,000 Crore Projects to Boost Uttarakhand’s Infrastructure Expressing gratitude to Prime Minister Narendra Modi and the Government of India for this support, Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami said that the assistance would give fresh momentum to transparency, technological advancement, and sustainable development in Uttarakhand’s mining sector. He added that the state government would utilise the funds to make the mining system more organised, environmentally sensitive, and employment-oriented, thereby strengthening the state’s economy and creating new opportunities for local youth. Earlier, Uttarakhand Chief Secretary Anand Bardhan on Monday reviewed various schemes under PM Pragati at the Secretariat. He directed that State Pragati be launched in the state on the lines of PM Pragati. He said that one day every month should be earmarked to hold review meetings of the flagship and most important schemes of both the State and Central governments. He also directed that the first meeting of State Pragati be organised in January 2026.The Chief Secretary instructed that facilities such as computer/Information and Communication Technology (ICT) laboratories, smart classrooms, libraries, etc., be arranged at the schools identified under the PM SHRI scheme at the earliest. He directed that all related processes, including EFC/DFC and other formalities, be completed by March. He emphasised that departmental officers should be given clear targets and that regular monitoring should be carried out to ensure the timely completion of works. End of ArticleFollow Us On Social MediaVideos“No Racial Angle”: SSP Rules Out Alleged Slurs in Angel Chakma KillingCongress’ Adhir Ranjan Chowdhury Flags Attacks on Migrant Workers to PM Modi’Will Rid Bengal Of Infiltrators’: Amit Shah Slams Mamata Banerjee’s 14-Year Rule, Sounds Poll BugleFrom Defence To Civil Skies: HAL’s Dhruv-NG Helicopter Takes Flight In India’s Aviation PushJapanese Tourist Harassed in Varanasi on Christmas, Netizens Slam ‘Mob Culture’Chicken’s Neck Threat Sparks Sharp Reply As Nagaland Minister Warns Bangladesh Radicals BoldlyBilawal Bhutto Goes On Anti-India Rant, Says ‘Modi Is Afraid Of Asim Munir’ Since Operation SindoorDonald Trump Tells Netanyahu He Stopped India-Pakistan War The 70th Time Since Op Sindoor PausedFrom First Woman PM To Fierce Rivalry: Khaleda Zia’s Three Terms That Redefined Bangladesh PoliticsBangladesh Mourns As Former Prime Minister And BNP Chief Khaleda Zia Dies At 80123PhotostoriesLeBron James’ fitness philosophy: A closer look at the NBA legend’s typical routine, diet, and non-negotiablesInvite Wealth and Prosperity on January 1, 2026 Based on Your Birth DateChef Sanjeev Kapoor shares ultimate picnic snack guide5 weaving traditions in India that have survived for centuriesFrom Shrekking to the Black Cat Boyfriend: 7 dating trends of 2025 that may shape relationships in 2026 tooArena Awakenings: Bengaluru Gears Up for Global Sporting Glory (In Pictures)The only place on Earth where sand, snow and sea meet–can you guess?This drink can remove excess sugar from the body naturally; recipe insideSnow guaranteed! Top 5 destinations to visit in India this January for 2026 winter funBengaluru’s Nadaprabhu Kempegowda Layout moves closer to habitation as development work picks up123Hot PicksIndigo flight DisruptionsPAN-Aadhaar link statusKhaleda ZiaGold rate todayIncome Tax RefundBahrain Golden Visa 2025Bank Holidays DecemberTop TrendingErika KirkTravis KelceJEE Advanced RegistrationAnjel ChakmaMumbai Bhandup Bus AccidentRobert Kraft vs Gayle Benson Net WorthMLB Trade RumorsAntonio BrownBengaluru PG BlastWWE Raw Highligths

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The Ministry of Finance, Government of India, has extended significant financial assistance to the state of Uttarakhand. For the financial year 2025-26, a special assistance of Rs 200 crore (loan) has been approved for Uttarakhand under the “Scheme for Special Assistance to States for Capital Investment (SASCI)” to support reforms in the mining sector, the…

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NEW DELHI: Observing that no person can be permitted to profit from his own wrongdoing, SC on Friday held that a person accused of committing murder or abetting in the murder of another person would be barred from inheriting the victim’s property.A bench of Justices J B Pardiwala and R Mahadevan said such disqualification on inheriting property applied to both intestate and testamentary succession and clarified the bar would be applicable even if the trial was still on. Intestate succession takes place in accordance with rules of personal law governing inheritance. Testamentary succession takes place when property is bequeathed through a will.”A person accused of the murder of one from whom inheritance is claimed is disentitled from asserting rights, not only under Section 25 of Hindu Succession Act, but also on the principles of justice, fair play and equity. Strict proof is not indispensable in civil proceedings if the preponderance of probabilities points to commission of the offence,” SC said. “Section 25 of the Hindu Succession Act provides that a person who commits murder or abets the commission of murder shall be disqualified from inheriting the property of the person murdered, or any other property in furtherance of the succession to which such person committed or abetted the commission of murder…” The bench said the principle underlying the provision “is founded upon public policy, justice, and good conscience, namely, that no person can be permitted to profit from his own wrong”.End of ArticleFollow Us On Social MediaVideosVijay Claims Support Of 118 MLAs, Likely To Take Oath As Tamil Nadu CM TomorrowTN Political Crisis Deepens: Stalin Pushes Governor For Swift ActionAir India AI 171 Crash Probe In Final Stage, Report Likely Within A MonthTwo States, Two Big Winners: Suvendu Gets Bengal, Vijay Eyes Tamil NaduShah Hails BJP’s Historic Bengal Victory, Credits People’s Faith In ModiBJP Names Suvendu Adhikari As West Bengal’s First BJP Chief MinisterViral MLA Preference List Shows KC Venugopal Claiming Majority Support As Kerala CMTMC Leader Kunal Ghosh Says Bengal Violence Must Be Viewed From Two Different PerspectivesCongress-DMK Split And TVK Support Trigger Fresh INDIA Alliance TensionsPakistan’s Bizarre ‘Why Speak English?’ Reaction After India Details Op Sindoor Strikes123PhotostoriesThink crocodiles are just dangerous? These 10 facts reveal how unsettling they really areHow to make Raw Mango Dal Fry for summer dinner at homeFrom Ananya Panday to Bhavitha Mandava: How Indian girls are taking over Chanel’s fashion worldPersonality test: How you make a fist reveals if you are focused, a perfectionist, or observantToo much cardio after 40? Why women’s bodies may respond differently from men’sDo common mice found in homes and gardens can spread hantavirus7 things parents of highly confident children teach them differentlySuccess quote of the day by Sachin Tendulkar: “The key to handling pressure situations is to…”Coffee vs Green Tea: Which is healthier overall?10 best UNESCO spa towns of Europe where people visit for wellness and healing123Hot PicksSBI Q4 resultsThane- Navi Mumbai corridorMaharashtra SSC ResultPune child rape-murder casePerambur election resultIndia-New Zealand FTASugarcane price hikeTop TrendingTamil nadu government formationVaibhav SooryavanshiTamil Nadu Class 12 Result 2026Maharashtra Board SSC Result 2026Mumbai Watermelon Death CaseDelhi Capital vs KKR IPL MatchWBBSE Madhyamik Result 2026Salil AnkolaDaniil Medvedev WifeBan vs Pak

NEW DELHI: Observing that no person can be permitted to profit from his own wrongdoing, SC on Friday held that a person accused of committing murder or abetting in the murder of another person would be barred from inheriting the victim’s property.A bench of Justices J B Pardiwala and R Mahadevan said such disqualification on inheriting property applied to both intestate and testamentary succession and clarified the bar would be applicable even if the trial was still on. Intestate succession takes place in accordance with rules of personal law governing inheritance. Testamentary succession takes place when property is bequeathed through a will.”A person accused of the murder of one from whom inheritance is claimed is disentitled from asserting rights, not only under Section 25 of Hindu Succession Act, but also on the principles of justice, fair play and equity. Strict proof is not indispensable in civil proceedings if the preponderance of probabilities points to commission of the offence,” SC said. “Section 25 of the Hindu Succession Act provides that a person who commits murder or abets the commission of murder shall be disqualified from inheriting the property of the person murdered, or any other property in furtherance of the succession to which such person committed or abetted the commission of murder…” The bench said the principle underlying the provision “is founded upon public policy, justice, and good conscience, namely, that no person can be permitted to profit from his own wrong”.End of ArticleFollow Us On Social MediaVideosVijay Claims Support Of 118 MLAs, Likely To Take Oath As Tamil Nadu CM TomorrowTN Political Crisis Deepens: Stalin Pushes Governor For Swift ActionAir India AI 171 Crash Probe In Final Stage, Report Likely Within A MonthTwo States, Two Big Winners: Suvendu Gets Bengal, Vijay Eyes Tamil NaduShah Hails BJP’s Historic Bengal Victory, Credits People’s Faith In ModiBJP Names Suvendu Adhikari As West Bengal’s First BJP Chief MinisterViral MLA Preference List Shows KC Venugopal Claiming Majority Support As Kerala CMTMC Leader Kunal Ghosh Says Bengal Violence Must Be Viewed From Two Different PerspectivesCongress-DMK Split And TVK Support Trigger Fresh INDIA Alliance TensionsPakistan’s Bizarre ‘Why Speak English?’ Reaction After India Details Op Sindoor Strikes123PhotostoriesThink crocodiles are just dangerous? These 10 facts reveal how unsettling they really areHow to make Raw Mango Dal Fry for summer dinner at homeFrom Ananya Panday to Bhavitha Mandava: How Indian girls are taking over Chanel’s fashion worldPersonality test: How you make a fist reveals if you are focused, a perfectionist, or observantToo much cardio after 40? Why women’s bodies may respond differently from men’sDo common mice found in homes and gardens can spread hantavirus7 things parents of highly confident children teach them differentlySuccess quote of the day by Sachin Tendulkar: “The key to handling pressure situations is to…”Coffee vs Green Tea: Which is healthier overall?10 best UNESCO spa towns of Europe where people visit for wellness and healing123Hot PicksSBI Q4 resultsThane- Navi Mumbai corridorMaharashtra SSC ResultPune child rape-murder casePerambur election resultIndia-New Zealand FTASugarcane price hikeTop TrendingTamil nadu government formationVaibhav SooryavanshiTamil Nadu Class 12 Result 2026Maharashtra Board SSC Result 2026Mumbai Watermelon Death CaseDelhi Capital vs KKR IPL MatchWBBSE Madhyamik Result 2026Salil AnkolaDaniil Medvedev WifeBan vs Pak

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NEW DELHI: Observing that no person can be permitted to profit from his own wrongdoing, SC on Friday held that a person accused of committing murder or abetting in the murder of another person would be barred from inheriting the victim’s property.A bench of Justices J B Pardiwala and R Mahadevan said such disqualification on…

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Zendaya announces plans to ‘DISAPPEAR’ from Hollywood in 2027; says ‘I just hope you guys don’t get sick of me’

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After an unusually busy year with five major back-to-back projects lined up, Zendaya has revealed her plans to ‘disappear’ from Hollywood for a short time next year. The actress, who is currently promoting her first film of the year, ‘The Drama’, got candid about her list of four films and a web series lined up…

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Australia vs England, U19 World Cup 2026 1st Semi-Final Live Score: England U19 have won the toss and have opted to bat vs Australia U19 at Queens Sports Club in Bulawayo. Teams: Australia U19 (Playing XI): Will Malajczuk, Nitesh Samuel, Steven Hogan, Oliver Peake(c), Alex Lee Young(w), Jayden Draper, Aryan Sharma, Hayden Schiller, Naden Cooray,…

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NEW DELHI: National security adviser of Bangladesh, Khalilur Rahman, met NSA Ajit Doval here on Wednesday, said the Bangladesh high commission. According to a statement, the NSAs discussed the functioning of the Colombo Security Conclave and key bilateral issues. Rahman also invited Doval to visit Bangladesh.The statement by Bangladesh high commission said, “Bangladesh delegation to the Seventh NSA-level Meeting of the Colombo Security Conclave (CSC), led by the National Security Adviser, Dr Khalilur Rahman, met with the National Security Adviser of India, Mr Ajit Doval, and his team today in Delhi. They discussed work of CSC and key bilateral issues. Dr. Rahman invited Mr. Doval to visit Bangladesh at his convenience.”Rahman is leading the Bangladesh delegation for the seventh NSA CSC Meet.The meeting comes amid strained ties following Sheikh Hasina’s ouster and death sentence. The meeting marks the highest-level security engagement since an interim govt, led by chief adviser Muhammad Yunus, took office in Bangladesh in Aug 2024. A central point of contention is Bangladesh’s formal request for India to extradite Sheikh Hasina.aniEnd of ArticleFollow Us On Social MediaVideosNitish Kumar To Take CM Oath For Record 10th Time At Patna’s Gandhi Maidan, PM Modi To AttendBangladesh To Seek Interpol’s Help To Extradite Sheikh Hasina From India’Fatwa Issued…’: BJP Jabs ‘Indira Nazi Congress’ For Criticising Tharoor Over Modi Speech PraiseRussia Showcases Missile-Only Pantsir SMD-E Air Defence System At Dubai Airshow 2025’We Hit India…’: Pakistani Leader’s Explosive Admission Unmasks Islamabad’s Terror Links Again’Can’t Rule Out All-Out War’: Pakistan’s Khawaja Asif Rattled Over Army Chief’s Sindoor 2.0 WarningSydney Horror Crash Kills 8-Month Pregnant Indian After Teen BMW Driver Slams Into Family WalkIndia Expands Its Diplomatic Presence In Russia As Jaishankar Highlights Strategic New ConsulatesTaliban Trade Minister Lands in Delhi Amid Major Afghan Shift Toward India After Pakistan ConflictChina’s Propaganda Strike On India Exposed, US Report Details Fake Jet Debris And J-35 Sales Tactics123Photostories5 national parks to visit in South America for adventure loversAre you eating chia seeds the wrong way? Harvard doctor reveals the 3 healthiest ways to consume them3 Ayurveda-approved drinks to reduce fatty liver naturally10 regional egg dishes from different parts of India5 beautiful white animals that look like furry snowballs8 things life teaches us the hard wayFrom Rajkummar Rao-Patralekhaa to Deepika Padukone-Ranveer Singh: Bollywood’s adorable baby girl squadFrom protection to independence: Smriti Irani’s modern parenting mantraSalman Khan to Shanaya Kapoor: 5 viral looks of the day setting today’s style mood8 modern-sounding baby names that begin with letter ‘K’123Hot PicksDelhi AQI TodaySheikh Hasina VerdictBihar Government FormationGold rate todaySilver rate todayPublic Holidays NovemberBank Holidays NovemberTop TrendingBrittany LucicAlex Ovechkin WifePaolo BancheroStephen CurryPatrick BeverleyLeBron JamesStephen A SmithCade CunninghamDraymond GreenSophie Cunningham

NEW DELHI: National security adviser of Bangladesh, Khalilur Rahman, met NSA Ajit Doval here on Wednesday, said the Bangladesh high commission. According to a statement, the NSAs discussed the functioning of the Colombo Security Conclave and key bilateral issues. Rahman also invited Doval to visit Bangladesh.The statement by Bangladesh high commission said, “Bangladesh delegation to the Seventh NSA-level Meeting of the Colombo Security Conclave (CSC), led by the National Security Adviser, Dr Khalilur Rahman, met with the National Security Adviser of India, Mr Ajit Doval, and his team today in Delhi. They discussed work of CSC and key bilateral issues. Dr. Rahman invited Mr. Doval to visit Bangladesh at his convenience.”Rahman is leading the Bangladesh delegation for the seventh NSA CSC Meet.The meeting comes amid strained ties following Sheikh Hasina’s ouster and death sentence. The meeting marks the highest-level security engagement since an interim govt, led by chief adviser Muhammad Yunus, took office in Bangladesh in Aug 2024. A central point of contention is Bangladesh’s formal request for India to extradite Sheikh Hasina.aniEnd of ArticleFollow Us On Social MediaVideosNitish Kumar To Take CM Oath For Record 10th Time At Patna’s Gandhi Maidan, PM Modi To AttendBangladesh To Seek Interpol’s Help To Extradite Sheikh Hasina From India’Fatwa Issued…’: BJP Jabs ‘Indira Nazi Congress’ For Criticising Tharoor Over Modi Speech PraiseRussia Showcases Missile-Only Pantsir SMD-E Air Defence System At Dubai Airshow 2025’We Hit India…’: Pakistani Leader’s Explosive Admission Unmasks Islamabad’s Terror Links Again’Can’t Rule Out All-Out War’: Pakistan’s Khawaja Asif Rattled Over Army Chief’s Sindoor 2.0 WarningSydney Horror Crash Kills 8-Month Pregnant Indian After Teen BMW Driver Slams Into Family WalkIndia Expands Its Diplomatic Presence In Russia As Jaishankar Highlights Strategic New ConsulatesTaliban Trade Minister Lands in Delhi Amid Major Afghan Shift Toward India After Pakistan ConflictChina’s Propaganda Strike On India Exposed, US Report Details Fake Jet Debris And J-35 Sales Tactics123Photostories5 national parks to visit in South America for adventure loversAre you eating chia seeds the wrong way? Harvard doctor reveals the 3 healthiest ways to consume them3 Ayurveda-approved drinks to reduce fatty liver naturally10 regional egg dishes from different parts of India5 beautiful white animals that look like furry snowballs8 things life teaches us the hard wayFrom Rajkummar Rao-Patralekhaa to Deepika Padukone-Ranveer Singh: Bollywood’s adorable baby girl squadFrom protection to independence: Smriti Irani’s modern parenting mantraSalman Khan to Shanaya Kapoor: 5 viral looks of the day setting today’s style mood8 modern-sounding baby names that begin with letter ‘K’123Hot PicksDelhi AQI TodaySheikh Hasina VerdictBihar Government FormationGold rate todaySilver rate todayPublic Holidays NovemberBank Holidays NovemberTop TrendingBrittany LucicAlex Ovechkin WifePaolo BancheroStephen CurryPatrick BeverleyLeBron JamesStephen A SmithCade CunninghamDraymond GreenSophie Cunningham

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NEW DELHI: National security adviser of Bangladesh, Khalilur Rahman, met NSA Ajit Doval here on Wednesday, said the Bangladesh high commission. According to a statement, the NSAs discussed the functioning of the Colombo Security Conclave and key bilateral issues. Rahman also invited Doval to visit Bangladesh.The statement by Bangladesh high commission said, “Bangladesh delegation to…

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After years in limbo, ‘Lights Out 2’ is finally moving forward. Horror fans have reason to get excited: the studio has just hired Connor Osborne McIntyre, the writer behind ‘Animals’, to take a crack at the long-awaited sequel. That’s the clearest sign yet that the franchise isn’t done creeping us out. ‘Lights Out 2’: What’s…

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Photo credit: PTI UNITED NATIONS: India has asserted that any reform of the United Nations Security Council not accompanied by expansion in the permanent category with veto would perpetuate existing imbalance and inequities in the UN organ.Addressing the Inter-Governmental Negotiations (IGN) meeting on Security Council reforms on Tuesday, India’s Permanent Representative to the UN Ambassador Parvathaneni Harish also noted that consideration of a new category, with or without veto, would “complicate” an already existing discussion that involves wide-ranging views. Watch ‘No Veto, No Real Reform’: India Calls UNSC Structure Outdated, Demands Permanent Seat “There are two fundamental aspects that result in an imbalanced structure and lack of legitimacy and non-representativeness of the UN Security Council – these are the membership; and veto.”There is broad agreement on the dire need to reform the UN Security Council. It is evident that a structure designed more than 80 years ago does not meet the requirements of the current geo-political realities,” Harish said.The Indian envoy recalled that the sole reform of the Council in the 1960s, which expanded only the non-permanent category, led to an increase in the relative power of veto-wielders.In comparative terms, while the original ratio of permanent members, with veto, to non-permanent members was 5:6, it was amended to 5:10 thereafter to the relative advantage of veto-wielders.”Any reform that is not accompanied by an expansion in the permanent category with veto would deteriorate this ratio further and thereby, perpetuate the existing imbalance and inequities. Therefore, expanding the permanent category with veto is critical to real reform of the Security Council,” he said.Harish also noted that consideration of a new category under the framework of UNSC reform, with or without veto, would “complicate” an already existing discussion that involves wide-ranging views. “It is important to limit the scope of reforms to the existing framework in order to streamline and fast-track the path to reforms,” he said.India has been at the forefront of the decades-long efforts calling for reform of the Security Council, including expansion in both its permanent and non-permanent categories, saying the 15-nation Council, founded in 1945, is not fit for purpose in the 21st Century and does not reflect contemporary geo-political realities.New Delhi has underscored that it rightly deserves a permanent seat at the horse-shoe table.India also highlighted the issue of the “effective veto” that every Security Council member, elected and non-elected, enjoys on products / outcomes such as the Security Council presidential statements, the Press Statements and Sanctions Committees.”There have been instances in the past where elected members have created hurdles by exercising their effective veto on Council products only to serve their narrow vested interests,” he said.Harish also pointed out to calls for restraining the veto, as he referred to a resolution adopted in the UN General Assembly in 2022 with the aim of convening a formal meeting of the 193-member UN body to hold a debate within 10 days of a permanent UNSC member exercising its veto power.”However, this has not been an effective deterrent,” Harish said, adding that since the adoption of the resolution, 24 vetoes were cast on 20 draft resolutions. He added that seven draft resolutions were vetoed in 2024, the highest since 1986.”The UN membership has also witnessed the restraint of the two permanent members who have not cast a veto for over three and a half decades. 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Photo credit: PTI UNITED NATIONS: India has asserted that any reform of the United Nations Security Council not accompanied by expansion in the permanent category with veto would perpetuate existing imbalance and inequities in the UN organ.Addressing the Inter-Governmental Negotiations (IGN) meeting on Security Council reforms on Tuesday, India’s Permanent Representative to the UN Ambassador Parvathaneni Harish also noted that consideration of a new category, with or without veto, would “complicate” an already existing discussion that involves wide-ranging views. Watch ‘No Veto, No Real Reform’: India Calls UNSC Structure Outdated, Demands Permanent Seat “There are two fundamental aspects that result in an imbalanced structure and lack of legitimacy and non-representativeness of the UN Security Council – these are the membership; and veto.”There is broad agreement on the dire need to reform the UN Security Council. It is evident that a structure designed more than 80 years ago does not meet the requirements of the current geo-political realities,” Harish said.The Indian envoy recalled that the sole reform of the Council in the 1960s, which expanded only the non-permanent category, led to an increase in the relative power of veto-wielders.In comparative terms, while the original ratio of permanent members, with veto, to non-permanent members was 5:6, it was amended to 5:10 thereafter to the relative advantage of veto-wielders.”Any reform that is not accompanied by an expansion in the permanent category with veto would deteriorate this ratio further and thereby, perpetuate the existing imbalance and inequities. Therefore, expanding the permanent category with veto is critical to real reform of the Security Council,” he said.Harish also noted that consideration of a new category under the framework of UNSC reform, with or without veto, would “complicate” an already existing discussion that involves wide-ranging views. “It is important to limit the scope of reforms to the existing framework in order to streamline and fast-track the path to reforms,” he said.India has been at the forefront of the decades-long efforts calling for reform of the Security Council, including expansion in both its permanent and non-permanent categories, saying the 15-nation Council, founded in 1945, is not fit for purpose in the 21st Century and does not reflect contemporary geo-political realities.New Delhi has underscored that it rightly deserves a permanent seat at the horse-shoe table.India also highlighted the issue of the “effective veto” that every Security Council member, elected and non-elected, enjoys on products / outcomes such as the Security Council presidential statements, the Press Statements and Sanctions Committees.”There have been instances in the past where elected members have created hurdles by exercising their effective veto on Council products only to serve their narrow vested interests,” he said.Harish also pointed out to calls for restraining the veto, as he referred to a resolution adopted in the UN General Assembly in 2022 with the aim of convening a formal meeting of the 193-member UN body to hold a debate within 10 days of a permanent UNSC member exercising its veto power.”However, this has not been an effective deterrent,” Harish said, adding that since the adoption of the resolution, 24 vetoes were cast on 20 draft resolutions. He added that seven draft resolutions were vetoed in 2024, the highest since 1986.”The UN membership has also witnessed the restraint of the two permanent members who have not cast a veto for over three and a half decades. 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Photo credit: PTI UNITED NATIONS: India has asserted that any reform of the United Nations Security Council not accompanied by expansion in the permanent category with veto would perpetuate existing imbalance and inequities in the UN organ.Addressing the Inter-Governmental Negotiations (IGN) meeting on Security Council reforms on Tuesday, India’s Permanent Representative to the UN Ambassador…

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NEW DELHI: Ordering routine curbs on postings and transfers ahead of assembly polls in four states and a UT, Election Commission on Tuesday asked their chief secretaries to shift all poll-related officers posted in their home districts or completing three out of four years in their present district on or before May 31 (In case of Puducherry, the deadline is June 30).Also, officers at the level of district election officer, returning officer, assistant returning officer or police inspector/sub-inspector and above shall not be allowed to continue or be posted in the same assembly constituency or district where they were in the last assembly poll or any subsequent bypoll, said EC.Assam, West Bengal, Tamil Nadu, Kerala and Puducherry are due for assembly polls in April-May.EC made it clear that the transfer orders in respect of officers engaged in SIR work shall be issued and implemented only after final publication of the electoral rolls, in consultation with the chief electoral officer.In a letter to the chief secretaries, EC said officers against whom it had recommended disciplinary action, those charged with any poll-related lapse, and ones against whom a criminal case related to official functioning was pending would not be assigned any election-related duty. EC allowed cases where its instructions could not be complied with to be referred to it for exemption, through the CEO.The transfers policy shall also be applicable to officers of the prohibition and excise departments.About the AuthorBharti JainBharti Jain is senior editor with The Times of India, New Delhi. She has been writing on security matters since 1996. Having covered the Union home ministry, security agencies, Election Commission and the ‘prime’ political beat, the Congress, for The Economic Times all these years, she moved to TOI in August 2012. Her repertoire of news stories delves into the whole gamut of issues related to terrorism and internal strife, besides probing strategic affairs in India’s neighbourhood.Read MoreEnd of ArticleFollow Us On Social MediaVideosTharoor Praises Parliamentary Panel Meet On India-EU, India-US Trade DealsCongress Moves No-Trust Motion Against Om Birla; Lamborghini CCTV Contradicts Tobacco Tycoon’s Claim‘Not To Get Involved In Political Game’: EU Launches Mission For Bangladesh 2026 PollsNo-Confidence Against Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla Explained: Process, Rules And Numbers In ParliamentDays Before Bangladesh Elections, Another Hindu Businessman Killed, Fears Rise Over Minority SafetyOpposition targets LS Speaker with no-confidence motion — rules, process & numbers – ExplainedPakistan Admits US-Backed Jihad In Afghan Wars A Mistake, But Still Accuses India Of Proxy War”That Day Will Never Come…” Yogi Adityanath Fires Warning At Those Dreaming Of Babri StructureOpposition Cites ‘Abuse Of Office’ In No-Confidence Move Against Lok Sabha Speaker Om BirlaKanpur Lamborghini Crash: CCTV Backs Police Claim As Lawyer Pushes Driver Defence In Court123PhotostoriesFactory making 1800+ liters of milk daily with detergent and urea fertilizer busted in Gujarat: 6 smart ways to check milk purity at homePromise Day special: Bollywood stories where words turn into lifelong vows8 easy buttermilk dishes to add in lunch menu5 succulents that bring you good luck and prosperityFive unforgettable true romance stories that re-wrote love on the big screen: ‘The Vow,’ ‘The Theory of Everything’ and more8 traditional Indian dishes among 50 Best Stews in the WorldTop 5 real estate hotspots in Chennai, Tamil Nadu in 2026 for investment in propertyNelson Mandela once said, “I never lose, I either win or learn”: 4 lessons it teaches studentsJimin to Suga: BTS’ airport style wins again as the group heads back to Korea8 Most iconic Goddess Durga temples in India and the story behind them123Hot PicksUAE Public School RegistrationGold Silver PricesParliament Budget SessionGCC Unified Visa 2026Income Tax CalculatorPublic holidays February 2026Bank Holidays februaryTop TrendingSam DarnoldAndy ReidSuper BowlMen Hockey Olympics 2026Brock NelsonSidney CrosbyTerence CrawfordNBA Trade RumorsBen OgdenKevin Durant

NEW DELHI: Ordering routine curbs on postings and transfers ahead of assembly polls in four states and a UT, Election Commission on Tuesday asked their chief secretaries to shift all poll-related officers posted in their home districts or completing three out of four years in their present district on or before May 31 (In case of Puducherry, the deadline is June 30).Also, officers at the level of district election officer, returning officer, assistant returning officer or police inspector/sub-inspector and above shall not be allowed to continue or be posted in the same assembly constituency or district where they were in the last assembly poll or any subsequent bypoll, said EC.Assam, West Bengal, Tamil Nadu, Kerala and Puducherry are due for assembly polls in April-May.EC made it clear that the transfer orders in respect of officers engaged in SIR work shall be issued and implemented only after final publication of the electoral rolls, in consultation with the chief electoral officer.In a letter to the chief secretaries, EC said officers against whom it had recommended disciplinary action, those charged with any poll-related lapse, and ones against whom a criminal case related to official functioning was pending would not be assigned any election-related duty. EC allowed cases where its instructions could not be complied with to be referred to it for exemption, through the CEO.The transfers policy shall also be applicable to officers of the prohibition and excise departments.About the AuthorBharti JainBharti Jain is senior editor with The Times of India, New Delhi. She has been writing on security matters since 1996. Having covered the Union home ministry, security agencies, Election Commission and the ‘prime’ political beat, the Congress, for The Economic Times all these years, she moved to TOI in August 2012. Her repertoire of news stories delves into the whole gamut of issues related to terrorism and internal strife, besides probing strategic affairs in India’s neighbourhood.Read MoreEnd of ArticleFollow Us On Social MediaVideosTharoor Praises Parliamentary Panel Meet On India-EU, India-US Trade DealsCongress Moves No-Trust Motion Against Om Birla; Lamborghini CCTV Contradicts Tobacco Tycoon’s Claim‘Not To Get Involved In Political Game’: EU Launches Mission For Bangladesh 2026 PollsNo-Confidence Against Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla Explained: Process, Rules And Numbers In ParliamentDays Before Bangladesh Elections, Another Hindu Businessman Killed, Fears Rise Over Minority SafetyOpposition targets LS Speaker with no-confidence motion — rules, process & numbers – ExplainedPakistan Admits US-Backed Jihad In Afghan Wars A Mistake, But Still Accuses India Of Proxy War”That Day Will Never Come…” Yogi Adityanath Fires Warning At Those Dreaming Of Babri StructureOpposition Cites ‘Abuse Of Office’ In No-Confidence Move Against Lok Sabha Speaker Om BirlaKanpur Lamborghini Crash: CCTV Backs Police Claim As Lawyer Pushes Driver Defence In Court123PhotostoriesFactory making 1800+ liters of milk daily with detergent and urea fertilizer busted in Gujarat: 6 smart ways to check milk purity at homePromise Day special: Bollywood stories where words turn into lifelong vows8 easy buttermilk dishes to add in lunch menu5 succulents that bring you good luck and prosperityFive unforgettable true romance stories that re-wrote love on the big screen: ‘The Vow,’ ‘The Theory of Everything’ and more8 traditional Indian dishes among 50 Best Stews in the WorldTop 5 real estate hotspots in Chennai, Tamil Nadu in 2026 for investment in propertyNelson Mandela once said, “I never lose, I either win or learn”: 4 lessons it teaches studentsJimin to Suga: BTS’ airport style wins again as the group heads back to Korea8 Most iconic Goddess Durga temples in India and the story behind them123Hot PicksUAE Public School RegistrationGold Silver PricesParliament Budget SessionGCC Unified Visa 2026Income Tax CalculatorPublic holidays February 2026Bank Holidays februaryTop TrendingSam DarnoldAndy ReidSuper BowlMen Hockey Olympics 2026Brock NelsonSidney CrosbyTerence CrawfordNBA Trade RumorsBen OgdenKevin Durant

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NEW DELHI: Ordering routine curbs on postings and transfers ahead of assembly polls in four states and a UT, Election Commission on Tuesday asked their chief secretaries to shift all poll-related officers posted in their home districts or completing three out of four years in their present district on or before May 31 (In case…

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As she marks 20 years in the film industry, Radhika Apte has revisited some of the most unsettling experiences from her early career, speaking candidly about the sexism she faced across film industries. Despite having far greater control over her choices today, the actor admitted that memories from those years still leave a lasting impact….

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In 2023, a professor browsed an online archive from his couch and found a mislabeled £10 million masterpiece

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A forgotten document, purchased for a mere $27.50 by Harvard in 1946, has been identified as an original 1300 Magna Carta manuscript by Professor David Carpenter. (Representative Image) Image Credit: Foreign and Commonwealth Office, via Wikimedia Commons The most significant discoveries in history are not necessarily made using dust, ancient tombs, or even multimillion-dollar purchases….

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Before accepting her role in the iconic film ‘Dil Chahta Hai’, Dimple Kapadia had second thoughts, but the heartfelt encouragement from co-star Akshaye Khanna changed her mind. This film not only became a cult classic but also marked a pivotal moment of collaboration with the fresh vision of filmmakers like Zoya Akhtar. Dimple Kapadia has…

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When India’s national anthem played in Greece, 11-year-old Atiqa Mir knew every sacrifice was worth it. At just 11, Atiqa Mir is already living a moment that many athletes spend decades dreaming about.The young karting star, whose family roots trace back to Jammu and Kashmir, delivered the biggest performance of her career in Thessaloniki, Greece….

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Central Consumer Protection Authority cracks down on online sale of hazardous chemicals, explosive substances NEW DELHI : The Central Consumer Protection Authority (CCPA), under the Consumer Protection Act, 2019, has initiated regulatory action against the “unauthorized online sale and advertisement of hazardous chemicals, explosive substances, and related precursors on digital platforms” to strengthen consumer safety, public security and responsible e-commerce practices.According to the Ministry of Consumer Affairs, Food & Public Distribution, the action was initiated following inputs regarding the online listing and sale of hazardous and regulated substances on platforms including IndiaMART, Justdial, Sigma-Aldrich India, Dial4Trade and ExportersIndia.The ministry said the substances identified include “explosive precursors and hazardous chemicals which may pose serious risks to public safety and national security if sold without proper safeguards and verification mechanisms.”It added that “unauthorized online access to such hazardous substances may expose consumers to serious safety risks and unlawful supply channels.”The CCPA has issued notices to the concerned e-commerce entities and online platforms seeking details related to “seller information and licensing compliance, buyer verification mechanisms, quantities sold, import details and applicable regulatory approvals.”During the preliminary examination, the authority observed that “several hazardous chemicals and explosive substances being listed or advertised online are regulated, restricted, controlled, or prohibited under various laws and regulatory frameworks governing public safety and handling of hazardous substances.”The authority also emphasised that online platforms and intermediaries “must exercise due diligence and ensure strict compliance with all applicable legal and regulatory requirements before permitting the listing, advertisement, or sale of such substances.”The hazardous substances under scrutiny include Ammonium Nitrate, Gun Powder, Picric Acid and Pentaerythritol Tetranitrate (PETN).According to the ministry, the CCPA has issued “a total of eight notices to various entities in connection with comparable violations involving regulated and potentially dangerous substances.”As part of the regulatory response, the CCPA also held a meeting with officials of the Petroleum and Explosives Safety Organisation (PESO) to examine the existing regulatory framework governing hazardous and explosive substances.The ministry added that several online platforms and entities have started “removing, blocking, restricting, or delisting listings related to hazardous chemicals and explosive substances” following the intervention by the authority.The action, according to the ministry, reinforces the government’s commitment to ensuring that digital marketplaces “do not facilitate unauthorized access to regulated or dangerous substances in violation of applicable laws and consumer safety standards.”Get the latest lifestyle updates on Times of India, along with Bakrid wishes, messages and eid 2026!End of ArticleFollow Us On Social MediaVideosWest Bengal Politics Heat Up As BJP MP Claims Mass Defections From Trinamool CongressWhat Is The Government Trying To Address Through Its New Demography Panel?Air India Temporarily Reduces Domestic Flight Frequencies Amid Fuel Price Surge, West Asia TensionsRathan U Kelkar’s Appointment As Kerala CM Secretary Triggers Political ControversyEbola Alert In Karnataka After Ugandan Traveller Shifted To Bengaluru Isolation Facility | WatchSupreme Court Upholds Election Commission’s Power To Conduct Special Roll Revision Drive | Watch‘Should I Quit Or Try Again?’: UPSC Aspirants React After Unpredictable Prelims 2026 PaperRajasthan High Court Upholds Asaram’s Life Sentence In 2013 Minor Rape CaseIndia Warns Pakistan At UNSC: “There Are Consequences For Cross-Border Terrorism”ED Raids Former Kerala CM Pinarayi Vijayan Homes in CMRL 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Central Consumer Protection Authority cracks down on online sale of hazardous chemicals, explosive substances NEW DELHI : The Central Consumer Protection Authority (CCPA), under the Consumer Protection Act, 2019, has initiated regulatory action against the “unauthorized online sale and advertisement of hazardous chemicals, explosive substances, and related precursors on digital platforms” to strengthen consumer safety, public security and responsible e-commerce practices.According to the Ministry of Consumer Affairs, Food & Public Distribution, the action was initiated following inputs regarding the online listing and sale of hazardous and regulated substances on platforms including IndiaMART, Justdial, Sigma-Aldrich India, Dial4Trade and ExportersIndia.The ministry said the substances identified include “explosive precursors and hazardous chemicals which may pose serious risks to public safety and national security if sold without proper safeguards and verification mechanisms.”It added that “unauthorized online access to such hazardous substances may expose consumers to serious safety risks and unlawful supply channels.”The CCPA has issued notices to the concerned e-commerce entities and online platforms seeking details related to “seller information and licensing compliance, buyer verification mechanisms, quantities sold, import details and applicable regulatory approvals.”During the preliminary examination, the authority observed that “several hazardous chemicals and explosive substances being listed or advertised online are regulated, restricted, controlled, or prohibited under various laws and regulatory frameworks governing public safety and handling of hazardous substances.”The authority also emphasised that online platforms and intermediaries “must exercise due diligence and ensure strict compliance with all applicable legal and regulatory requirements before permitting the listing, advertisement, or sale of such substances.”The hazardous substances under scrutiny include Ammonium Nitrate, Gun Powder, Picric Acid and Pentaerythritol Tetranitrate (PETN).According to the ministry, the CCPA has issued “a total of eight notices to various entities in connection with comparable violations involving regulated and potentially dangerous substances.”As part of the regulatory response, the CCPA also held a meeting with officials of the Petroleum and Explosives Safety Organisation (PESO) to examine the existing regulatory framework governing hazardous and explosive substances.The ministry added that several online platforms and entities have started “removing, blocking, restricting, or delisting listings related to hazardous chemicals and explosive substances” following the intervention by the authority.The action, according to the ministry, reinforces the government’s commitment to ensuring that digital marketplaces “do not facilitate unauthorized access to regulated or dangerous substances in violation of applicable laws and consumer safety standards.”Get the latest lifestyle updates on Times of India, along with Bakrid wishes, messages and eid 2026!End of ArticleFollow Us On Social MediaVideosWest Bengal Politics Heat Up As BJP MP Claims Mass Defections From Trinamool CongressWhat Is The Government Trying To Address Through Its New Demography Panel?Air India Temporarily Reduces Domestic Flight Frequencies Amid Fuel Price Surge, West Asia TensionsRathan U Kelkar’s Appointment As Kerala CM Secretary Triggers Political ControversyEbola Alert In Karnataka After Ugandan Traveller Shifted To Bengaluru Isolation Facility | WatchSupreme Court Upholds Election Commission’s Power To Conduct Special Roll Revision Drive | Watch‘Should I Quit Or Try Again?’: UPSC Aspirants React After Unpredictable Prelims 2026 PaperRajasthan High Court Upholds Asaram’s Life Sentence In 2013 Minor Rape CaseIndia Warns Pakistan At UNSC: “There Are Consequences For Cross-Border Terrorism”ED Raids Former Kerala CM Pinarayi Vijayan Homes in CMRL 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Central Consumer Protection Authority cracks down on online sale of hazardous chemicals, explosive substances NEW DELHI : The Central Consumer Protection Authority (CCPA), under the Consumer Protection Act, 2019, has initiated regulatory action against the “unauthorized online sale and advertisement of hazardous chemicals, explosive substances, and related precursors on digital platforms” to strengthen consumer safety,…

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