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January 24, 2023

AIIMS opens doors for docs from other hosps for med chief

DOCTORS from other top medical institutes will now be able to join the All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS) as the medical superintendent (MS) as the premier institute has amended rules for recruitment at the coveted post.

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Judges don't face elections, but people are watching, says Rijiju

\"We constantly keep meeting each other. The CJI and I are in live contact and we have discussions on all small and big issues. Differences are always there. I come from political party which has always said Matbhed ho sakte hai, man bhed nahi hona chahiye - Kiren Rijiju, Union law minister

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80,000 Indians in US face layoff heat

Have to find a new job within two months or leave the country; many share their plight on social media platforms

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Pak to skip SCO film festival in Mumbai: Govt

PAKISTAN is the only country that hasn't sent its entry for the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) film festival scheduled to be held from January 27-31 in Mumbai. Around 57 films from member countries will be screened at the festival.

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Kerala HC lawyer collected kickbacks to 'buy' verdicts

IS there a price tag to get favourable verdicts? That is what a leading lawyer practising in the Kerala High Court had his clients believe when he collected lakhs of rupees from them. The money, he allegedly told them, was meant as kickbacks for judges of the high court.

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Banarasi Munna Bhai MBBS, not one but three

THE prestigious Banaras Hindu University (BHU) saw scenes from the Sanjay Dutt-starrer Munna Bhai M.B.B.S. unfold in real life after four MBBS interns were found to have deputed three persons with non-medical background to impersonate them and work on their behalf in the wards.

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Govt sets up 5-member committee to probe WFI chief, Mary to lead

FINALLY, the sports ministry announced a five-member oversight committee to probe allegations of sexual misconduct and other charges against Wrestling Federation of India (WFI) president Brij Bhushan Sharan Singh as well as oversee the day-to-day functioning of the federation on Monday.

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Parade practice causes big disruption

The national capital saw massive traffic jams in many areas on Monday owing to restrictions for the Republic Day Parade rehearsal, with commuters stuck for hours on roads.

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136 schemes to improve infra in villages

The government on Monday said that in order to ensure development in the villages of the national capital, the Delhi Rural Development Board has approved 136 schemes for the same.

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Invitees and e-ticket holders can enjoy free metro ride

Invitees to the 74th Republic Day celebrations at Kartavya Path and those possessing digital tickets for seats at the venue will be able to avail \"free metro ride\" to two stations near Raisina Hill, and Mandi House station on January 26, officials said on Monday.

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Cops unearth illegal firearms factory in UP's Shamli, 2 held

AHEAD of Republic Day, the Special Cell of the Delhi Police has unearthed an illegal firearms factory in UP's Shamli district and recovered a huge cache of illegal firearms and tools. The police arrested two people, identified as Naved Rana (21) and the supplier Saleem (39), in this connection.

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BJP seeks AAP leader's exit over controversy

BJP on Monday demanded the expulsion of former minister Rajendra Pal Gautam after it shared a video showing the AAP leader backing Bihar education minister Chandra Shekhar's controversial remarks on the 'Ramcharitmanas'.

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Hawk-eye on R-Day: City on alert; drones, UAVS banned till Feb 15

■ Police ramp up security and prohibit use of drones, other flying objects ■ Free metro ride for those having digital tickets ■ Liquor vends, bars to remain shut

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DoE seeks suggestion to improve edu atmosphere

The Delhi government's Directorate of Education (DoE) has sought suggestions from the stakeholders of schools including teachers, students, and their parents to bring out improvements in the academic atmosphere, officials said.

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Jacqueline granted exemption from personal appearance for a day

A Delhi court on Monday granted exemption from personal appearance to Bollywood actor Jacqueline Fernandez for the day in a money laundering case against her and alleged conman Sukesh Chandrasekhar.

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Punjab has no water to share with others: BJP

THE two-day executive meeting of the BJP's Punjab unit concluded in Amritsar on Monday in which the state unit of the saffron party passed a resolution against the sharing of the state river waters with other states, making it's stand clear on the decades-old Sutlej-Yamuna Link (SYL) canal issue.

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Plea filed by 'cook' of WFI chairman withdrawn

A petition seeking an FIR against India's top wrestlers Vinesh Phogat, Bajrang Punia, Sakshi Malik, among others, for allegedly abusing the process of law by making Wrestling Federation of India (WFI) chairman Brij Bhushan Sharan Singh resign, was withdrawn from Delhi High Court on Monday.

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HC refuses to quash money laundering case against Raghav Bahl

The Delhi High Court on Monday refused to quash an Enforcement Directorate money laundering case against media baron Raghav Bahl, saying the plea was \"premature\".

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Unified MCD to elect first Mayor today

National capital to have single Mayor after a decade

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Man who stabbed cop arrested after encounter

A criminal who had allegedly stabbed a Delhi Police personnel multiple times was nabbed during a brief exchange of fire where the accused person received two bullet injuries, an official said on Monday.

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Coffee picking hit as tigers prowl

COFFEE growers are in a precarious situation during the picking season with tigers prowling the village limits of South Kodagu.

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AAP dissolves Kerala unit, new team could be named this week ahead of poll

THE Aam Aadmi Party (AAP), which is yet to get a foothold in Kerala, has disbanded the state unit.

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Khan raps Centre in policy address

Governor flays curtailing of Kerala's borrowing limit and 'intruding' into legislative powers

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Border row: K'taka to pay ₹60 lakh a day to legal team

THE Karnataka government has decided to pay ₹59.90 lakh per day fee to the legal team which is representing the state in the boundary dispute case with Maharashtra in the Supreme Court.

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Soon, govt to track & deport 3.5L 'rogue' foreign visitors

The Central government is set to introduce an upgraded 'track and deport' process to tackle the issue of foreigners staying in India illegally after their visit permits have expired.

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WEF gender gap index to count women in local governance after India nudge

The World Economic Forum (WEF) will count women's participation in local government bodies in its Global Gender Gap report after India's nudge, Women and Child Development (WCD) Minister Smriti Irani said on Monday.

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In a 1st, women to be part of BSF camel contingent at R-Day parade

For the first time, 12 women camel riders will be participating as part of the famed Camel Contingent of the Border Security Force (BSF) during the Republic Day parade in Delhi on January 26.

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Bihar murder convict translates Ramcharitmanas into 'Angika'

A murder convict lodged in Bihar's Bhagalpur central jail has translated religious epic 'Ramcharitmanas' into Angika, a language widely spoken in Bhagalpur, Munger, and Banka districts of the state.

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Cong distances from Digvijaya's Pulwama jibe

Jairam Ramesh says MP Cong leader's views on surgical strikes are his own & don't reflect Cong position

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Orchids bear fruit for Meghalaya women

AN Orchidarium in 6th Mile Upper Shillong area has turned into the latest tourist attraction of Meghalaya's capital, Shillong. Thanks to the showcasing of Orchid flower plants in variegated hues, grown by 20 women entrepreneurs of the northeastern state.

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Rahul takes a dig at 'outsiders', bats for restoration of statehood

THE Congress would use all its force to restore statehood of Jammu and Kashmir, Rahul Gandhi said on Monday as his Bharat Jodo Yatra entered Jammu city.

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Ukraine set to receive German Leopard tanks

European Union countries agree to spend another $540 million to arm Kyiv

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Sunak orders investigation into wealthy ally's dubious tax dealings

BRITISH Prime Minister Rishi Sunak on Monday ordered an investigation into a wealthy ally's murky tax dealings as he again vowed \"integrity\" in his government after Boris Johnson's scandal-plagued tenure.

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Apple eyeing 25% output from India, says Goyal

Currently, India accounts for 5-7% of Apple's total production

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Wipro layoff: Employee union writes to govt seeking action

FOLLOWING IT company Wipro's move to let go of 452 freshers stating they performed poorly in assessments, employee union Nascent Information Technology Employees Senate (NITES) has written to the labour ministry seeking necessary actions regarding layoff.

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Honda two-wheelers to launch first electric vehicle in March 2024

TOP two-wheeler maker Honda Motorcycle and Scooter India (HMSI) will launch its first electric scooter in March 2024.

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FINDING ORDER IN DISORDER

Loss to the Black Sticks reflection of mediocre World Cup with unforced errors, shaky decisions & mental pressure

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With series in pocket, India search for perfect combo

THE series might have been won, but for India, the third and final ODI against New Zealand is as important as the other two games they have played so far. Their head coach Rahul Dravid said as much on the eve of the match in Indore on Monday.

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Ranbir, Shraddha's Tu Jhoothi Main Makkaar trailer out

THE trailer of Luv Ranjan's new romantic comedy, Tu Jhoothi Main Makkaar, is out.

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Afwaah starring Nawazuddin, Bhumi gets release date

FILMMAKER Sudhir Mishra's Afwaah starring Nawazuddin Siddiqui and Bhumi Pednekar will release on February 24, the makers announced on Monday.

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