News Highlights: Death toll at 71 in Himachal floods, loss of Rs 7,500 crores, says official

PM Modi arrives at Sadaiv Atal in Delhi to pay homage to former PM Atal Bihari Vajpayee

Yamuna crosses danger mark of 205.33 metres in Delhi

Karnataka Minister S S Mallikarjun faces casteist charge

A video of district in-charge Minister S S Mallikarjun reportedly making an insult to a particular community has gone viral on social media. 

Uttama Prajakeeya Party Davangere Unit floated by actor Upendra, has uploaded the video of 13 seconds on its facebook page. But it does not mention the day or the context, the minister reportedly made such remarks. 

Reacting to it, the minister on Tuesday during a press conference claimed that he has no idea of actor Upendra's case. But he has not made any comment that would insult any community. "I had only stated that don't make it dirty and it has been misinterpreted." 

Massive landslide strikes Shimla’s Summer Hill area, rescue operation underway

Shimla landslide: 12 bodies recovered so far, says SDM Shimla (Urban)

Shatrujeet Singh Kapoor appointed as the Director General of Police, Haryana

'Ajatshatru of Indian politics': Amit Shah pays homage to former PM Vajpayee on 5th death anniversary

'His manifold contributions to advancing India on the world stage will always be remembered,' Jaishankar pays tribute to Vajpayee

Go First cancels all flights until August 18 owing to operational reasons

Ukraine says first cargo ship exits Black Sea port via new corridor

Telangana: 3 killed, 4 injured as truck collides with auto in Warangal

In renewable push, Centre to launch 10,000 new electric buses across 100 cities

During a briefing on Union Cabinet briefing on renewable energy, Union Minsiter Anurag Thakur says, "PM E-Bus Seva has been given approval. Rs 77,613 crores will be spent. Around 10,000 new electric buses will be provided across the country."

Thakur adds, "Out of Rs 57,613 crores, Rs 20,000 crores will be provided by the Central government. The scheme will cover cities with 3 lakhs and above population. Under this scheme, city bus operations with 10,000 e-buses on Public Private Partnership (PPP) model will be done. This scheme will support bus operations for 10 years."

Cabinet approves ‘PM Vishwakarma’ scheme to support individuals skilled in traditional craftsmanship

The PM, in the Union Cabinet meeting today, approved the ‘PM Vishwakarma’ scheme to support those skilled in traditional craftsmanship. Under this scheme, loans up to Rs 1 lakh will be provided on liberal terms: Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw.

External Affairs Minister Dr S Jaishankar meets US Congressional delegation

External Affairs Minister Dr S Jaishankar met the US Congressional delegation today.

"Discussed the transformation underway in India, especially its outcomes of better governance. Shared our aspirations and expectations for Amritkaal. Also exchanged views on our advancing bilateral partnership. Shared perspectives on the global situation and our collaboration on multilateral, regional and global issues." tweeted Jaishankar.

IAF preparing for 'Tarang Shakti' with Air Forces from friendly nations

The multi-national exercise Tarang Shakti is being planned by the IAF, which will include Air Forces from friendly foreign countries. The exercise, which had originally been planned for the latter part of this year, has been rescheduled to next year, to better align with the schedules of the participating friendly foreign countries and to ensure maximum participation. This would also enable the inclusion of certain Air Forces who have evinced an interest in the exercise: Defence officials. (ANI)

Schools and colleges in Himachal to remain closed tomorrow

All schools and colleges in the state to remain closed tomorrow, 17th August: Department of Education, Himachal Pradesh government

Himachal floods: Death toll at 71, loss of Rs 7,500 crores, says official

Shimla: "More damages have occurred during August 13,14 and 15 than in July... the death toll is 71 and there has been a loss of Rs 7,500 Crore, this estimate could increase because now people are involved in rescue and relief works and a detailed estimate will take time. We have relocated 2,500 people to safe places...": Onkar Chand Sharma, Principal Secretary, Disaster Management, Himachal on the flood situation in the state. (ANI)

Ministry of Home Affairs orders suspension of IPS officer Dr A. Koan with immediate effect after molestation allegations

Ministry of Home Affairs ordered suspension of Indian Police Service (IPS) officer Dr A. Koan with immediate effect

Dr A. Koan is 2009 batch AGMUT Cadre officer. There was allegation against him of molesting a woman at a night club in Goa