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Homo Floresiensis confirmed fossil of human species
3D-comparative analysis from skull surfaces has provided compelling evidence that confirms status of Homo floresiensis as fossil human species, researchers say.
Congress reacts cautiously to SC verdict on lawmakers
Congress today reacted cautiously to the Supreme Court verdict on disqualification of lawmakers, saying it welcomed the judgement prima facie but issues raised by political parties on the matter would also have to be examined.
Lake formed after melting of glaciers poses new threat
A lake formed after melting of glaciers at Satopanth in Chamoli district posed fresh danger to the rain-ravaged areas of Badrinath, Joshimath and Karnaprayag, prompting the administration to issue an alert.
Mulayam meets PM
Samajwadi Party supremo Mulayam Singh Yadav on Thursday met Prime Minister Manmohan Singh and indicated that they discussed the Food Security Ordinance, which his party has opposed.
Cabinet gives nod for repeal of Rent Act, new bill coming
A new bill to regulate rent in Delhi will be introduced in Parliament, with the Union Cabinet on Thursday giving in-principle approval to repeal the Act of 1958.
Govt approves construction of NCR Transport Corporation
To carry out construction of three Regional Rapid Transit System corridors connecting Delhi with Panipat, Alwar and Meerut, the Union Cabinet on Thursday approved constitution of National Capital Region Transport Corporation Limited (NCRTC).
Modi says ‘Ramzan Mubarak’ to Muslims
Gujarat chief minister Narendra Modi today greeted the Muslims at the beginning of the holy month of Ramzan, a move that invited criticism from the Congress, which said, “They will do anything to get votes.”
30 killed, over 100 missing in rains and landslides in China
At least 30 people were killed and over 100 went missing in China when rain-triggered natural disasters wreaked havoc across the country since Sunday, even as authorities today issued a national early disaster warning for the arrival of Typhoon Soulik.
Ishrat’s family alleges threats and intimidation
The family of Ishrat Jahan, who was killed in an alleged fake encounter in Gujarat nine-years ago, has alleged that they were being threatened by some unknown persons, following which the home ministry has said it will provide security if it is sought.
Cabinet approves first all-women university
The country’s first university only for women is set to come up at Raebarelli in Uttar Pradesh with the government today clearing a proposal in this regard.
