The Morning Standard - February 12, 2025

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February 12, 2025

Let's build global AI framework to enhance trust: PM

Says the new tech is writing code for humanity

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Atishi no-show at Kejriwal-Punjab MLAs' meet raises eyebrows

Amid rumours of a rift within the Punjab unit of the AAP, Arvind Kejriwal on Tuesday convened in the capital a meeting of the party's MLAs and MPs from the neighbouring state.

1 min

Central rule buzz as no consensus yet on new CM

THE leadership vacuum in Manipur deepened as the BJP failed to find a consensus candidate to succeed caretaker Chief Minister N Biren Singh, sparking speculations that the state may be placed under President's rule.

1 min

New, simplified tax bill to be tabled in LS tomorrow

THE New Income Tax Bill, which will be tabled in Parliament on Thursday, is longer than the existing one with 23 chapters, 536 sections and 16 schedules.

1 min

Didn't win, but changed public perception: Cong

THE Delhi Congress president Devender Yadav asserted on Tuesday that despite failing to secure a single seat in the recently concluded assembly elections, the party succeeded in shifting public perception.

1 min

No tax increase proposal likely in MCD Budget

THE Municipal Corporation of Delhi (MCD) is unlikely to impose tax hikes in its upcoming budget and will prioritise cleanliness, education, and healthcare, sources in the civic body said on Tuesday.

1 min

Traffic advisory ahead of Dharam Sabha

DELHI Police on Tuesday issued an advisory in view of Dharam Sabha at Red Fort ground and the shobha yatra/procession cautioning commuters about traffic restrictions and diversions.

1 min

Jamia students protest over disciplinary action against 2 PhD scholars

THE students at Jamia Millia Islamia are protesting against the university's disciplinary action against two PhD scholars, who were also served show-cause notices for allegedly organizing a demonstration last year.

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PIL challenges sealing of constructions without notice by civic bodies

THE controversial sealing of unauthorised constructions in the national capital has come under legal scrutiny as a Public Interest Litigation (PIL) challenges the opaque powers exercised by the Municipal Corporation of Delhi (MCD) and the New Delhi Municipal Council.

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Wild jumbos kill 3 in 24 hours; minister convenes meet amid outrage

WITH protests raging in the high ranges following the death of three people in wild elephant attacks within a span of 24 hours, Forest Minister A K Saseendran has convened an urgent high-level meeting to explore ways to curb the rising human-wild animal conflict in the state.

1 min

Pinarayi defends private varsities, asserts social justice

A necessary move for the changing times

2 mins

'No confidence' in Tejas fighter aircraft delivery schedule, says Air Chief

THE delays in delivery of the Tejas Fighter aircraft to the Indian Air Force (IAF) have elicited “no confidence” comment from Air Chief Marshal AP Singh.

1 min

Position No. 4 Crucial in Surya Kiran Aerobatic Team With 17 Flying Officials

A team of 17 flying officials and 80 ground staff comprises the Surya Kiran Aerobatic Team (SKAT), ambassadors of the Indian Air Force.

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SC says lottery distributors not liable to pay service tax

LOTTERY distributors are not liable to pay service tax to the Central government, the Supreme Court said on Tuesday while dismissing an appeal of the Union on the issue.

1 min

With RBI help, MHA plans to deploy AI to shut mule accounts

Stringent measures

1 min

Trouble for Youtuber over crass jokes, NCW issues summons; report sought E

AMID raging controversy over YouTuber Ranveer Allahbadia’s crass comments during the ‘India’s Got Latent’ show, the National Commission for Women (NCW) on Tuesday issued summons to the podcaster, comedian Samay Raina and others.

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N Korea gave Russia 200 long-range artillery pieces: Seoul

NORTH Korea has given Russia 200 long-range artillery pieces, a South Korean defence s ministry official said on Tues- day, as Moscow and Pyongyang deepen their military ties.

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Canada, Europe vow firm response to US steel tariffs

Canada and the EU vowed on Tuesday to stand firm against US President donald Trump’s move to impose tariffs on steel and aluminium imports, pushing Washington further towards a trade war with key global partners.

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Pope raps US deportation, gets it back from Don man

POPE Francis described donald Trump’s migrant deportations as a “major crisis” on Tuesday, prompting a rebuke from the US president’s border czar, who told the pontiff to “stick to the Catholic Church”.

1 min

Hamas brushes off Trump's latest deadline

Isareli PM Netanyahu orders army to beef up troops around Gaza

2 mins

Vi narrows loss to ₹6,609 cr; ARPU rises to 173 in Dec

VODAFONE IDEA (Vi), India's third-largest telecom service provider, has narrowed its loss to ₹6,609 crore in the third quarter of FY25.

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No reduction in funds for asset creation, effective capex to increase by 18%: FM

THE government has not reduced the allocation to capital expenditure, but instead has increased the effective capital expenditure by about 18% from ₹13.18 lakh in the current fiscal to ₹15.48 lakh crore in FY26, which is 4.3% of GDP, finance minister Nirmal Sitharaman said in parliament on Tuesday.

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Govt launches bids for oil blocks to boost output

PETROLEUM minister Hardeep Singh Puri on Tuesday launched the tenth round of the Open Acreage Licensing Policy (OALP), offering the largest area yet for oil and gas exploration in India

1 min

Market crashes for fifth session

Benchmark indices BSE Sensex and NSE Nifty50 plunged by nearly 1.3% each

1 min

Trump raises tariff on steel; local industry fears dumping

US president Donald Trump on Monday raised the tariff on steel and aluminium to 25% as was hinted at by him to the media a day before.

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Kujur picks up 3rd gold, second title for Yarraji

RISING sprinter Animesh Kujur and star hurdler Jyothi Yarraji clinched the men's and women's 200m gold medals respectively to pick up their respective third and second yellow metal of the National Games on a day when 15 race walkers bettered the 26-year old Games record in an unprecedented feat.

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Musiala key figure in Bayern's home Champions League dream

BAYERN Munich face Celtic in Glasgow in the first leg of their Champions League playoff on Wednesday knowing midfielder Jamal Musiala has added another string to his impressive bow - consistency. Long known as a promising talent with a unique set of skills, Germany midfielder Musiala is now delivering regularly for Bayern.

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J&K vs Kerala: Thrilling day five on cards

SKIPPER Paras Dogra led by example with a fine century and helped Jammu and Kashmir set Kerala a stiff target of 399 on the fourth day of their Ranji Trophy quarterfinal in Pune on Tuesday.

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Bumrah ruled out of CT, Rana named replacement

THE most anticipated news, and perhaps even an expected one at some level, was confirmed by the BCCI on Tuesday night as Jasprit Bumrah was ruled out of the upcoming Champions Trophy that is set to be played in Pakistan and Dubai from February 19 till March 9

2 mins

FINAL DRESS REHEARSAL

IN THEIR LAST GAME BEFORE CHAMPIONS TROPHY, INDIA WILL LOOK TO FIND SOME ANSWERS TO FIGURE THEIR BEST POSSIBLE COMBINATIONS IN AHMEDABAD

4 mins

The Joy of Birding

BIRDING, or birdwatching, is more than a hobby; it is a journey into the intricate beauty of the natural world.

2 mins

“THE MEHTA BOYS COULDN’T JUST BE A SLICE-OF-LIFE’

Actor-director Boman Irani speaks about his directorial debut, how he remains objective about his own performance, and more

3 mins

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