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New Delhi: Indian football remains in a state of uncertainty as major structural and commercial questions continue to hang over its top competitions. Clubs from the Indian Super League have been asked to submit a proposal to form a consortium that could take responsibility for running the league, even as preparations for the upcoming season remain incomplete. The move comes ahead of the All India Football Federation’s Annual General Meeting, where representatives of all ISL clubs have been invited to participate. The proposal is expected to outline how clubs can collectively manage league operations, a step being considered amid unresolved…

New Delhi: Delhi’s ‘No PUC, No Fuel’ directive came into effect on Thursday with authorities claiming firm action across the capital. On the first day, thousands of vehicles were penalised and tens of thousands of Pollution Under Control certificates were issued. However, on-ground enforcement remained inconsistent and air quality continued to deteriorate through the day. Official figures show that 3,746 vehicles were challaned within 24 hours for not possessing a valid PUC certificate. During the same period, over 61,000 certificates were issued across the city, reflecting a sharp rise in compliance efforts by vehicle owners following the rollout of the…

New Delhi: A Delhi court on Thursday sent Yasir Ahmad Dar, the ninth accused in the Red Fort blast case, to the custody of the National Investigation Agency until December 26. The order was passed after the agency sought custodial interrogation to further probe his alleged role in the deadly conspiracy. Dar was produced before the Patiala House District Court under tight security arrangements in the afternoon. Media access to the courtroom was restricted during the proceedings. The court accepted the agency’s submission that custodial questioning was necessary to uncover crucial links in the case and identify the full extent…

New Delhi: Opposition parties staged an overnight protest inside the Parliament complex after the passage of the Viksit Bharat Guarantee for Rozgar and Ajeevika Mission (Gramin), or VB G RAM G Bill, which is set to replace the long standing rural employment programme. Leaders from multiple parties accused the government of forcing the legislation through without adequate discussion and warned of nationwide protests. The dharna, which lasted nearly 12 hours through the night, began soon after the Rajya Sabha cleared the Bill past midnight. Opposition members said the law was pushed through despite repeated demands that it be referred to…

New Delhi: Leader of the Opposition Rahul Gandhi has sharply criticised the Viksit Bharat Guarantee for Employment and Livelihood Mission (Rural) Bill, known as the G RAM G Bill, after it was passed by Parliament amid strong opposition protests. He described the legislation as anti-village and anti-state, arguing that it dismantles the core principles of the Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Act, which it is expected to replace once it receives presidential assent. The Bill cleared both Houses despite demands from opposition parties that it be referred to a standing committee for detailed scrutiny. Gandhi said a law that…

New Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi was on Thursday awarded the Order of Oman, the Sultanate’s highest civilian honour, in recognition of his role in strengthening bilateral relations between the two countries. The award was presented by Sultan Haitham bin Tarik during Modi’s two day visit to Oman, the final stop of his three nation tour that also included Jordan and Ethiopia. The honour comes a day after the Prime Minister received Ethiopia’s top national award, adding to a growing list of international recognitions. With this, Modi has now been conferred more than 28 top civilian awards by foreign governments,…

New Delhi: Bangladesh witnessed a fresh wave of violent protests across multiple cities following the death of student leader and political activist Sharif Osman Hadi, whose killing has reignited political unrest and sharpened anti India sentiment. Hadi, a prominent and controversial figure known for his radical views, died after being shot in the head by masked attackers in Dhaka while launching his election campaign. He succumbed to his injuries during treatment in Singapore. As news of his death spread, thousands of protesters poured into the streets of Dhaka and other cities, demanding swift arrests and accountability. The demonstrations quickly escalated…