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The members observed silence for some time in memory of the departed souls. (Photo: Representational Image)

Telangana Assembly expresses condolence over Jayalalithaa's demise

Jayalalithaa passed away on December 5 at a private hospital in Chennai after battling for life for 75 days.

19 Dec 2016 4:28 PM IST

some people in Mumbai complained that the note ban has increased their difficulties.

Demonetisation: Queues ease outside banks in Mumbai

However, the people are irked as ATMs at many places continue to run out of cash.

19 Dec 2016 3:58 PM IST

MNS Chief Raj Thackeray. (Photo: PTI)

Will continue to oppose featuring Pak actors in Indian movies: MNS

The announcement follows Pakistani theatre owners' decision to resume screenings of Indian movies after a self-imposed...

19 Dec 2016 3:37 PM IST

Union Minister Pon Radhakrishnan. (Photo: PTI)

Demonetisation have the support of people: Pon Radhakrishnan

People are however bearing the pain for the larger gain to the nation and for its economic development, Pon said.

19 Dec 2016 3:27 PM IST

Rs 500 and Rs 1000 notes which have been discontinued as a step to curb black money. (Photo: PTI)

Curbs on deposits of old currency meant to prevent misuse: MoS Finance

The credit in such cases shall be afforded only after questioning the tenderer, on record, in the presence of at least 2...

19 Dec 2016 3:15 PM IST

The Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment observed that during 2013-15, only 43.3 per cent of the total cases registered (13,8077) were disposed of by courts. (Photo: Representational Image/PTI)

Atrocities against SC, ST: BJP-ruled Rajasthan tops list, UP follows

Raj has registered 23,861 cases under the amended Prevention of Atrocities Act, while UP has registered 23,556 cases.

19 Dec 2016 3:08 PM IST

Petrol consumption was up 14.4 per cent to 2.01 million tonnes while diesel sales soared 10.45 per cent to 6.75 million tonnes.

Assam to offer 0.75% more rebate on digital purchase of fuel

The benefit is in addition to the centre's rebate of 0.75% and will be in effect from January 1, 2017.

19 Dec 2016 3:05 PM IST