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Farmers to likely to call off agitation after Centre accepts most demands; final decision today
'Nearly all demands raised by us have been met. Letter from government with assurances on emands has been received. A consensus has been reached,' said farmer leader Kulwant Singh Sandhu after a meeting of the Samyukta Kisan Morcha
RBI to release monetary policy today, likely to maintain status quo on key rates; here's what to expect
In the last policy review in October, the RBI had kept the key lending rates unchanged for eight consecutive times
Half of Delhi pollution caused by vehicles! Here are three ways to clean the city’s mobility system
As per a 2018 study by ARAI and TERI, motor vehicles are the primary source of pollutants within Delhi and contribute to about 40 percent of PM 2.5 emissions — one of the key reasons for the city’s toxic air
What is blue hydrogen? Does Japan's answer to coal weaken the climate balance?
Earlier this year, Japan and Australia opened a joint project in the state of Victoria to turn a type of coal called lignite, or brown coal, into hydrogen
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Preity Zinta shares first pic with newborn baby, says I’m loving it
Preity Zinta and her husband Gene Goodenough welcomed twins Jai and Gia in November via surrogacy. The actor has now given an insight into what motherhood means for her.
Half of Delhi pollution caused by vehicles! Here are three ways to clean the city’s mobility system
As per a 2018 study by ARAI and TERI, motor vehicles are the primary source of pollutants within Delhi and contribute to about 40 percent of PM 2.5 emissions — one of the key reasons for the city’s toxic air
Omicron not more severe than Delta variant, existing COVID-19 vaccines will work, says WHO
Speaking to AFP, the World Health Organization's second-in-command, said there was no sign that Omicron could fully sidestep protections provided by existing Covid vaccines.
Rohingya refugees sue Facebook for $150 billion for alleged role in violence
Recently revealed internal Facebook documents show the company still has problems defining and moderating hate speech and misinformation on its platform in Myanmar
Pearl Harbor: 101-year-old, other survivors commemorate 80th anniversary of attack
The 7 December 1941 attack on Pearl Harbor and other locations in Hawaii killed 2,403 service members and civilians and was a defining moment that led to America's entry into World War II
Champions League: Atletico Madrid qualify as Liverpool complete perfect group stage
Diego Simeone's Atletico needed to beat Porto in Portugal to advance to the knockout phase and they duly triumphed 3-1 in a game which featured three red cards.
Australia joins US diplomatic boycott of Beijing Winter Olympics
Canberra’s decision comes amid ‘disagreement’ with Beijing over a slew of issues — from Australia's foreign interference laws to a recent move to acquire nuclear-powered submarines
Petrol, diesel prices today: Rates constant on 08 December, check here what you need to pay in your city
Petrol and diesel prices on 08 December 2021: Petrol price in Delhi stands at Rs 95.41 per litre while diesel is available for Rs 86.67. In Mumbai, petrol is retailing at Rs 109.98 while diesel costs Rs 94.14
Ashes 2021-22, Australia vs England, LIVE Cricket Score, 1st Test Day 1 in Brisbane
Follow the live scorecard and ball-by-ball commentary on Day 1 of the first Ashes Test in Brisbane on our live blog.
ISL 2021-22: FC Goa pip SC East Bengal in high-scoring thriller to register first win of season
The Kolkata-based Red and Gold Brigade continue to be the bottom dwellers with no win as yet after their 4-3 loss to the Gaurs.
PM Modi inaugurates development projects in Gorakhpur, lauds CM Yogi led UP govt
The prime minister dedicated multiple projects including an All India Institute Of Medical Science (AIIMS) and a fertiliser plant, to the people of Uttar Pradesh's Gorakhpur district
Ashes: Ben Stokes' inclusion a mastermind, feels former Australia speedster Brett Lee
In a chat with Firstpost, Lee talks about the impact talismanic all-rounder Ben Stokes could have on England’s campaign in the upcoming Ashes as well as his own experience of playing in the iconic series.
India A vs South Africa A: Ishan Kishan and Hanuma Vihari's fifties help visitors overcome shaky start on Day 2
At the close of play on Day 2 of the second unofficial Test, Kishan was batting on 86 off 141 balls, while Vihari scored 63 off 170 balls before getting dismissed by Lutho Sipamla.
Indian navy’s ‘Killers’ squadron to be awarded President’s Standard 2021 on 8 Dec
The President's Standard is the highest honour bestowed by the Supreme Commander to a military unit in recognition of the service rendered to the nation
Bombay HC issues notice to Nawab Malik over statements against Sameer Wankhede's family
The Maharashtra minister has been continuously attacking Sameer Wankhede since the arrest of Aryan Khan in the cruise drugs case
India vs South Africa: Ajinkya Rahane's vice captaincy, Ishant Sharma's place in doubt for SA tour
It is learnt that announcement of ODI squad could be delayed as the first match is on 19 January and the sensitive issue of Virat Kohli's future as white ball leader is at stake
