Gadkari condemns cutting road safety features for cost reduction

Union road transport minister Nitin Gadkari criticizes officials for cutting safety features in road projects to reduce costs. Urges them to consider road user behavior in project preparation and incorporate suitable designs. Engineers should ensure that people cannot engage in risky behavior like crossing roads instead of using foot over bridges.

January 25, 2024 at 12:00AM

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Crude now below $80/barrel, govt may offer pre-poll relief

Consumers can expect a reduction in fuel prices as oil prices have dropped, giving the government room to bring down the cost of living. The decline in oil prices has increased marketing margins for state-run fuel retailers, allowing them to turn a profit. This is the best time for the government to cut fuel prices economically and politically.

January 24, 2024 at 12:39AM

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At 7.8crore, I-T return filers more than double in 9 years

The tax department has seen a significant increase in the number of taxpayers, thanks to rising compliance and the use of technology. The total number of taxpayers who have filed tax returns has more than doubled in the past 9 years. This increase has led to a rise in direct tax receipts, with net direct tax receipts rising by 160.

January 24, 2024 at 12:52AM

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62% dip in Doon Basmati acreage in 5 yrs

The cultivation of Dehraduni Basmati rice in the Doon valley has drastically reduced by 62% between 2018 and 2022. Factors such as summer temperatures, poor soil fertility, water scarcity, changing rain patterns, and unplanned development have contributed to the decline.

January 24, 2024 at 01:14AM

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Devotees throng UK temples to celebrate Lord Ram

Thousands of devotees gathered at Slough Hindu Mandir to celebrate the consecration ceremony of Ramlalla in Ayodhya. Similar celebrations took place in hundreds of temples across the UK. The event marked the homecoming of Bhagawan Shri Ram to Ayodhya, bringing immense joy to the devotees.

January 23, 2024 at 11:56PM

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Telangana HC quashes censor nod for biopic on Jagan Mohan Reddy

January 23, 2024 at 03:36AM

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India tracking Chinese 'research' vessel headed for the Maldives

India closely tracks Chinese research vessel Xiang Yang Hong 03 heading to Malé via Sri Lanka. Sri Lanka denied permission for docking, and the Indian Navy is monitoring its movements. Previously, Chinese vessels Shi Yan-6 and Hai Yang 24 Hao had visited Colombo despite Indian objections.

January 23, 2024 at 12:37AM

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DeSantis drops out of GOP Presidential campaign, endorses Trump

Florida Governor Ron DeSantis announced the suspension of his campaign for the Republican presidential nomination on Sunday saying his intention is to endorse the current frontrunner, Donald Trump.

January 22, 2024 at 02:08AM

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Long wait ends, Ayodhya in euphoria on eve of new dawn

On the eve of Ram Lalla's consecration, Ayodhya prepares for the grand ceremony. PM Narendra Modi will perform the consecration of Ram Lalla in the presence of 121 Vedic priests. The ceremony will include the removal of the idol's blindfold, application of kajal, and a maha arti with 108 diyas.

January 22, 2024 at 01:40AM

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Gang attacks interfaith colleagues in Karnataka

Two colleagues belonging to different religions were assaulted by a gang on Friday evening in Karnataka's Haveri district, marking the third case of moral policing in the region this month, reports Basavaraj Marlihalli. Police responded swiftly and arrested eight suspects linked to the attack. The arrested men have been identified as Abdul Khader Mudgal, Mansoor Tandoor, Mehaboobkhan Badiger, Riaz Halageri, Alwaj Baligar, Abdul Desuru, Mehabub Ali Halageri, and Jahangirsab Kanake.

January 21, 2024 at 01:38AM

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