January 1, 2025 1:55 PM January 1, 2025 1:55 PM

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New Year celebrations sparkle across the world; 2025 welcomed with joy and grandeur

The world welcomed 2025 with grandeur and festivities, as dazzling fireworks, cultural performances, and joyous gatherings marked the beginning of a new chapter.   The New Year travels across different time zones, starting with Kiribati in the Pacific and ending in American Samoa. From Sydney t...

January 1, 2025 12:58 PM January 1, 2025 12:58 PM

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Dense fog affects rail traffic in north India

The movement of several trains has been affected as dense fog has engulfed the northern region of the country, causing low visibility. According to Indian Railways, as many as 22 Delhi-bound trains have been delayed by up to two hours. These include the Ayodhya Express, Patalkot Express, Kaifiyat Ex...

January 1, 2025 11:32 AM January 1, 2025 11:32 AM

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Russia imposes new tourist tax

In Russia, a new tourist tax has come into effect across the country from today, replacing the previous resort fee. According to the RIA Novosti news agency, travelers staying in hotels and other accommodations will contribute an additional 1 percent of their lodging costs. This is intended to bolst...

January 1, 2025 11:09 AM January 1, 2025 11:09 AM

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India’s total renewable energy capacity crosses 200 GW mark

Glimpses of 2024 in the special Year-Ender series. Take a look at the key initiatives and achievements of the Ministry of New and Renewable Energy. The government continued its remarkable journey toward transforming India’s energy landscape in 2024. This progress is in line with India’s commitment t...

January 1, 2025 11:50 AM January 1, 2025 11:50 AM

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Magnus Carlsen & Ian Nepomniachtchi share World Blitz Chess Championship title 2024

In the World Blitz Chess Championship 2024, Magnus Carlsen and Ian Nepomniachtchi shared the title after their final match ended in a tie in New York yesterday. Carlsen, who led 2-NIL, needed a draw in the third game to win the title.      However, Nepomniachtchi came back to level the score 2-2, fo...

January 1, 2025 10:37 AM January 1, 2025 10:37 AM

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J&K: Anti-ropeway project agitation suspended in Katra

In Jammu and Kashmir the anti-ropeway project agitation in Katra town of Reasi district was suspended on the seventh day last evening after the Government and Sangharsh Samiti members reached at an agreement.   Akashvani Correspondent reports that as part of the agreement, all the 18 Sangharsh ...

January 1, 2025 10:22 AM January 1, 2025 10:22 AM

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US-led airstrikes hit military sites controlled by Houthi group in Yemen

In Yemen's capital, Sanaa, US-led airstrikes hit the military sites controlled by the Houthi group. According to a Houthi-run TV channel, key sites hit included the Defence Ministry building, the 1st Armor Division, and an ammunition manufacturing facility.      The strikes caused significant damage...