New Delhi, Feb 9 (UNI) The Supreme Court on Monday asked the Delhi High Court to grant an “out-of-turn” hearing to the appeal filed by former Uttar Pradesh MLA Kuldeep Singh Sengar, challenging his conviction and ten-year sentence in the case relating to the custodial death of the Unnao rape survivor’s father, and observed that…
New Delhi, Feb 9 (UNI) India on Monday announced a Special Economic Package of USD 175 million for Seychelles, underscoring a deepening strategic and developmental partnership between the two Indian Ocean nations, as Prime Minister Narendra Modi said bilateral ties go “far beyond mere diplomatic engagement”. Addressing a joint press meet with Seychelles President Patrick…
Bengaluru, Feb 9 (UNI) Fast bowler Harshit Rana, who was ruled out of the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 due to injury, brought a wave of relief for Indian cricket fans on Sunday after announcing that his surgery has been successful. Harshit shared a photograph from the hospital on social media, flashing a smile…
Dehra (Kangra), Feb 9 (UNI) Dehra Police arrested four young drug traffickers at two different locations in the Dehra Police district under the ‘Drug-Free Himachal’ campaign. Heroin and charas were seized from their possession, and cases were registered under various sections of the NDPS Act, police said on Monday. Superintendent of Police, Dehra district, Mayank…
Tokyo, Feb 9 (UNI/SPUTNIK) The Liberal Democratic Party (LDP), led by Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi, won a resounding victory in the elections to the key lower house of parliament, securing more than two-thirds, or 316 of the 465, seats, the best result in two decades. This will allow the party to pass bills even…
Nigeria, Feb 9 (UNI/SPUTNIK) At least 30 people have been killed in a large-scale traffic accident in northern Nigeria, the Daily Post newspaper reported on Sunday, citing local authorities. The incident occurred in the country’s second-largest state of Kano, the report said. Numerous people were injured. The newspaper cites careless driving as the cause. State…
New Delhi, Feb 9 (UNI) The trailer of Anurag Kashyap’s directorial ‘Kennedy’ has finally dropped, offering a dark, gritty peek into the troubled life of its protagonist. Starring Rahul Bhat and Sunny Leone in pivotal roles, the film is set to premiere on Zee5 on February 20. The two-minute trailer introduces Rahul Bhat as Uday…
Chennai, Feb 9 (UNI) The Food Corporation of India, Zonal Sports and Cultural Promotion Committee (South), under the aegis of the FCI Headquarters, Sports and Cultural Promotion Board and the All India Public Sector Sports Control Board, is set to organize the All India Public Sector Hockey Tournament 2026 from 11th to 15th February, 2026…
Kochi, Feb 9 (UNI) Newly launched regional airline Fly91 commenced its operations from Kochi on Monday, with services on the Agatti–Kochi–Agatti sector, further strengthening air connectivity between the mainland and the Lakshadweep islands. The airline will operate flights as per the schedule announced earlier, offering regular services on this sector. With the induction of Fly91,…
Chennai, Feb 9 (UNI) With the extended Northeast monsoon having withdrawn despite which the Chennai city and its neighnouring districts facing chilly weather conditions, especially in the morning hours, the Met office on Monday predicted fog formation over the Chennai airport. Because on prevailing fog conditions flight operations, both departure and arrival were delayed leading…
