Strong momentum to continue in Q4, says CEA Anantha Nageswaran

The strong momentum of the economy is expected to continue in fourth quarter of current financial year, chief economic advisor V Anantha Nageswaran said on Thursday and hoped the farm sector will stage a rebound in next quarter. The farm sector contracted 0.8% during Q3 of 2023-24 largely due to impact of patchy monsoon rains.

March 01, 2024 at 01:32AM

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Reliance Industries, Disney deal gets thumbs up from D-St

Most brokerage houses are positive on the deal that Reliance Industries and Walt Disney struck on Wednesday to merge their media operations in India. The Disney India-Viacom18 joint venture, with near-monopoly in cricket broadcasting rights in India, is expected to push up advertisement rates and turn the broadcasting industry highly competitive, especially for smaller players.

March 01, 2024 at 01:02AM

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Rabri Devi hits out at turncoats, calls them 'shameless'

Two days after three opposition legislators—two from the Congress and one from the RJD—crossed over to the BJP, RJD leader and Bihar’s former chief minister Rabri Devi on Thursday came down heavily on them, terming them as “shameless” and said they must have resigned from the respective parties before switching their allegiance.

February 29, 2024 at 11:51PM

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Former Intel India head hit by speeding cab while cycling, dies

Avtar Saini, former Intel India country head, was killed by a cab on Palm Beach Road. The dangerous road conditions for cyclists in Mumbai are highlighted. Saini played a key role in setting up the Intel R&D center in India and contributed to the design of the Pentium processor.

February 29, 2024 at 03:25AM

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Sukhu lives to see another day as mantri retracts move to quit

Even as the Congress govt was grappling with a crisis triggered by cross-voting in RS polls, son of late former CM Virbhadra Singh and state PCC chief Pratibha Singh Vikramaditya announced his resignation as PWD minister in Sukhu’s cabinet at a presser in the assembly complex, breaking down and alleging humiliation. Within hours though, the Shimla Rural MLA retracted his decision

February 29, 2024 at 02:03AM

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Supped, drank together on Mon, backstabbed on Tues: Singhvi

Abhishek Singhvi and Harsh Mahajan tied in the election for the lone HP seat. Singhvi won the draw of lots but was later eliminated due to cross-voting by some MLAs, in accordance with Rule 75(4) of Conduct of Election Rules, 1961. Singhvi criticized BJP's "new India" philosophy.

February 28, 2024 at 02:23AM

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Trio found dead in J&K’s Chenani, probe launched

Three workers at a transmission tower in Chenani of Jammu and Kashmir’s Udhampur district were found dead under suspicious circumstances in a tent on Monday morning. Police launched a probe to determine the cause of the deaths.

February 26, 2024 at 11:51PM

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Scolded often, online gamer murders mom

February 26, 2024 at 01:18AM

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Elderly man detained from forward area along LoC in J&K’s Rajouri

February 26, 2024 at 12:00AM

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FIR before autopsy of deceased: Kin, farm unions firm on demand

The family of Shubhkaran Singh, a 22-year-old farmer from Punjab, who tragically lost his life during the 'Delhi Chalo' protests at Khanauri border point on February 21, remains steadfast in their demand for an FIR against Haryana Police and the state's Home Minister Anil Vij. They have insisted on this before allowing government doctors to conduct the autopsy, which is scheduled for Saturday.

February 25, 2024 at 12:49AM

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Many NC leaders in Jammu join BJP

A senior National Congress leader, a former J&K MLC and dozens of Pahari activists joined BJP in Jammu Saturday. Prominent among them is Syed Mohd Rafiq Shah. In 2019, he had joined National Conference in 2019 after snapping ties with National Panthers Party. Pahari leader Mohd Ayub Pahalwan has also joined BJP along with his supporters.

February 25, 2024 at 12:01AM

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Narco-terror case: J&K police file 4th chargesheet in a week

The Jammu and Kashmir Police's State Investigation Agency (SIA) has filed an additional chargesheet against six more individuals in a case related to narco-terrorism. This marks the fourth chargesheet filed in just one week, bringing the total number of accused to 18. According to the police, there has been a decline in terrorist activities in the region, but terrorist handlers from across the border are resorting to drug smuggling to fund their operations.

February 23, 2024 at 11:55PM

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Supreme Court prodding triggered tweak in surrogacy law

The Supreme Court has played a crucial role in prompting the Centre to revise the surrogacy rules, allowing the use of donor gametes. Over two dozen petitioners have been granted permission to utilize donor eggs, leading to an influx of petitions from women across the country. The court has also identified an issue with Rule 7 of the Act, implemented on March 14, 2020, and has provided relief to a woman based on this finding.

February 23, 2024 at 01:03AM

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Shiv Sena MP bags Sansad Ratna award

Dr Shrikant Eknath Shinde, Shiv Sena MP from Kalyan, received the Sansad Ratna award at Maharashtra Sadan in New Delhi for his active participation in 17th Lok Sabha proceedings. He raised 556 questions, participated in 67 discussions, and works tirelessly for the betterment of his constituency.

February 22, 2024 at 12:18AM

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Article 370’s removal erases dynasty politics hurdles in J&K: Modi

PM Modi launched over 220 projects worth Rs 32,000 crore in J&K, broadening its prospects for development and peace. He highlighted the transformation in J&K since the removal of Article 370, focusing on education, social justice, tourism, and infrastructure boost.

February 21, 2024 at 12:57AM

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Indian diesel floods to Asia as Houthis imperil flows to Europe

Shipments of diesel from India to Europe are at their lowest since 2022 due to Houthi attacks on merchant shipping. Higher freight costs and refinery maintenance in Asia have made it more economically viable to send cargo to Asia. Recent shipments on Marlin Sicily and Marlin La Plata are headed for Rotterdam.

February 20, 2024 at 09:43AM

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Tribal outfit’s call to skip work paralyses offices in Manipur dist

Govt offices in Manipur's Churachandpur district had low attendance due to ITLF's appeal. A head constable was suspended after a viral video. A mob attacked the DC and SP office resulting in casualties. Work came to a standstill in public works, fishery, agriculture, and forest departments.

February 20, 2024 at 12:46AM

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How Russia-Ukraine war is boosting US economy, defense industry

India faces criticism for profiting from Ukraine war through purchasing Russian oil. The US economy benefits from the war, with defense contractors like Lockheed Martin seeing gains. Global defense spending has increased, and there is a shift towards strengthening defense collaborations. The USA’s arms exports grew by 14 per cent between 2013–17 and 2018–22 and its share of total global arms exports rose from 33 per cent to 40 per cent.

February 19, 2024 at 02:28PM

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Army eyes ₹57,000 cr project to make combat vehicles

Indian Army plans major upgrade of tanks and induction of new-generation tanks. Upgrade aims to address poor tactics observed in Ukraine war. Future ready combat vehicles (FRCVs) to have AI and active protection system.

February 19, 2024 at 12:18AM

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4 women among 10 killed in TN firecracker factory blast

An explosion at a firecracker unit in Ramuthevanpatti, Virudhunagar, caused by friction while mixing chemicals, killed 10 workers and injured 3. CM M K Stalin announced a solatium. Alangulam police are investigating. The collector plans to order permanent closure of units with violations.

February 18, 2024 at 12:47AM

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Why K'taka's oppn leader has accused Infosys of 'betrayal at its best'

Karnataka BJP MLA Arvind Bellad criticizes Infosys for acquiring land at a lower price, promising job creation but failing to deliver. He demands that the government reclaim the land.

February 16, 2024 at 07:42AM

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Farooq rules out NC alliance with Cong, but Omar says talks are on

The National Conference's decision to go it alone in J&K and Ladakh startled Congress, which had been assured of the ally's commitment to the INDIA bloc following a meeting this week, and even rejected a stray warning from sources about Abdullah's reluctance to join forces. Congress leader Jairam Ramesh's reaction to Farooq Abdullah's shocker insinuated extraneous pressure on NC.

February 16, 2024 at 01:06AM

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ED's 6th summons to Arvind Kejriwal, tells him to appear February 19

Delhi CM Kejriwal summoned by Enforcement Directorate to join investigation in excise policy scam and money laundering case. AAP accused of taking bribes from liquor cartel. Colleagues in custody. Kejriwal summoned by court for non-compliance. Court orders Kejriwal to explain under IPC Section 174 and PMLA. Kejriwal must comply with Section 50(3) of PMLA.

February 15, 2024 at 01:00AM

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Google's car fire shows one of biggest problems with self-driving cars

February 13, 2024 at 09:34PM

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TN guv refuses to read out address to House; leaves before nat'l anthem

Tamil Nadu Governor R N Ravi greeted the members in Tamil and read out a couplet of Thirukkural in his address before expressing his inability to read the speech due to misleading claims. Ravi delivered a three-minute speech and then released a press release from Raj Bhavan stating that the government's traditional message "contained numerous passages with misleading claims and facts".

February 13, 2024 at 12:58AM

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No name for Pak PM yet; major pol players continue talks to form govt

Pakistan's top political leaders have yet to finalise the name of the country's new prime minister, despite negotiations lasting four days following the contentious national and provincial elections, which are widely seen as the most rigged in Pakistan's history. Pakistan Tehreek-i-Insaf (PTI) followers, however, want to see their jailed party chief, Imran Khan, back in office.

February 13, 2024 at 12:24AM

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Jailhouse rock: Inmate doubles up as prison 'RJ'

Every afternoon, for three hours, loudspeakers at the Byculla District Prison crackle to life, not with official pronouncements, but with the vibrant strains of music. Between Hindi film songs and an occasional English tune, a chirpy voice reminds listeners that they have tuned into the Prison Radio show.

February 12, 2024 at 01:40AM

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Google CEO Sundar Pichai starts his day by visiting this website

Google CEO Sundar Pichai has shared his unique morning routine, revealing that he doesn't begin his day with traditional news outlets like The Wall Street Journal or The New York Times.

February 09, 2024 at 08:04AM

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Centre launches 'Venture Capital Fund' for tribal entrepreneurs

President Droupadi Murmu launched the 'Venture Capital Fund for Scheduled Tribes' at the inaugural ceremony of the tribal festival 'Aadi Mahotsav'. She emphasized the importance of tribal lifestyle in living in harmony with nature and highlighted the need to preserve traditional knowledge and use technology for sustainable development. The portal for applicants is now open

February 11, 2024 at 12:53AM

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Survival chance 22% if CPR given in a minute: Study

Administering CPR within a minute of cardiac arrest increases the chances of survival to 22%, compared to only 1% if CPR is given after 39 minutes. It also shows that a longer resuscitation period may not necessarily be more beneficial. Experts emphasize the importance of CPR training. Mohit Gupta, professor, highlights the need to train people to perform CPR.

February 10, 2024 at 12:57AM

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After Shah-Naidu talks, TDP open to NDA return

TDP's return to the NDA will be a major gain for the BJP-led alliance. Talks with TDP, Akali Dal, and RLD are in an advanced stage. BJP aims to strengthen the NDA and reach the target of crossing 400 seats.

February 09, 2024 at 01:13AM

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Canada interfering in our internal issues, says govt

February 09, 2024 at 12:31AM

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Centre scraps free movement regime with Myanmar

The free movement regime (FMR) between India and Myanmar has been misused to facilitate illegal immigration into areas adjoining Myanmar, as warned by security agencies. The immediate suspension of FMR will require all Myanmar nationals to have a visa to enter India, and those entering without a visa will be treated as illegal immigrants.

February 09, 2024 at 12:34AM

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Srinagar: Shopkeeper shot dead, first targeted killing of 2024

Suspected terrorists of The Resistance Force fatally shot a Sikh shopkeeper, Amritpal Singh-- dry fruit seller at Habba Kadal, in Srinagar city. The attack, carried out with an AK-47 assault rifle, also wounded his friend. This marks the first targeted killing in 2024 and the first attack on non-Kashmiris this year. A manhunt has been launched to capture the attackers.

February 08, 2024 at 12:32AM

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Join Southern stir, CM Sidda urges FM, Pralhad, Rajeev C

Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah reached Delhi airport on Tuesday for the 'Chalo Delhi' protest. To reiterate that the 'Chalo Delhi' protest was not a fight between BJP and Congress Siddaramaiah dispatched letters to all Lok Sabha and Rajya Sabha MPs from the state, urging them to participate in it. Invites went out to ministers Nirmala Sitharaman, Rajeev Chandrashekhar and Pralhad Joshi - all from BJP .

February 07, 2024 at 02:14AM

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14 of SP's 108 MLAs oppose hailing PM, Yogi on temple issue

February 07, 2024 at 01:13AM

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Terrorists kill 10 cops ahead of Pakistan polls

A terrorist assault targeted a police station in the Dera Ismail Khan district of Pakistan's northwest Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP) province on Monday morning, resulting in the tragic loss of at least 10 officers' lives and injuring six others. This incident occurred just three days prior to the national elections scheduled for February 8.

February 06, 2024 at 12:24AM

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'Isro’s ‘Vyommitra’ to fly into space in third quarter this year'

Isro's 'Vyommitra' robot astronaut to fly ahead of 'Gaganyaan' mission. Vyommitra, equipped to monitor module parameters, execute life support operations, and perform tasks like operating panels. The final manned mission, with three astronauts, scheduled for 2025. Numerous precursor missions planned to test technology readiness.

February 04, 2024 at 08:41PM

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Nuclear power on moon: Nasa wraps up 1st phase

NASA is making strides toward its goal of establishing nuclear power on the moon by 2030. In a recent announcement, the agency stated that it is concluding the initial phase of the project, known as the Fission Surface Power Project. This endeavor holds great importance as NASA aims to establish a long-term human presence on the moon and eventually extend missions to Mars.

February 04, 2024 at 11:54PM

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Nitish keeps home ministry, deputy CM Choudhary gets finance

Approximately a week following the formation of the NDA government in Bihar on January 28th, Chief Minister Nitish Kumar allocated portfolios among the eight ministers on Saturday. He chose to retain key responsibilities including home affairs, general administration, cabinet secretariat, vigilance, and the election departments. Eight ministers, apart from the chief minister , had taken oath on Jan 28.

February 04, 2024 at 01:30AM

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Army troops spot suspicious movement along LoC, open fire

Alert Army troops responded to suspicious activity observed along the Line of Control (LoC) in the Sabra Gali area of Poonch, Jammu and Kashmir, by initiating gunfire early Saturday. An official reported, "The firing occurred in a forward village in the snow-covered Mendhar region. A comprehensive search operation is currently in progress."

February 04, 2024 at 12:27AM

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Assam may borrow from Uttarakhand's UCC model: CM Himanta

As Assam prepares to introduce a standalone anti-polygamy Bill during the upcoming budget session of the assembly, scheduled to commence next week, the state is also considering the possibility of adopting an all-inclusive Uniform Civil Code (UCC) drafted by Uttarakhand. A five-member committee submitted a draft code to Uttarakhand CM Pushkar Singh Dhami on Friday.

February 03, 2024 at 02:20AM

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Poonam Pandey's demise: Sambhavna Seth expresses shock

Poonam Pandey's team confirmed her death due to cervical cancer at the age of 32. Fans and the industry are in disbelief over the news. Sambhavna Seth, who worked with Poonam, hopes it's untrue and questions why nobody knew about her cancer.

February 02, 2024 at 11:24PM

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Only priest, not devotees, allowed into southern cellar: Divisional commissioner

Varanasi divisional commissioner Kaushal Raj Sharma on Thursday clarified that while a priest was granted access, devotees were not permitted inside the southern cellar of the Gyanvapi mosque, as per a court order. He refuted lawyer Vishnu Shankar Jain's claim that general devotees could enter the cellar to offer prayers, affirming that only the plaintiffs and the designated priest were allowed entry.

February 02, 2024 at 01:24AM

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Indian student found dead in US, third incident in a week

February 02, 2024 at 12:20AM

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