Millennium Post Delhi - April 13, 2024

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WHATSAPP ALSO FACES OUTAGE

Users on Saturday reported issues with messages, calls and more as WhatsApp faced a global partial outage, with users unable to send messages or access chats, especially on iPhones and Android.

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NIA Grills Rana for Second Day

NIA Trying to Establish Identity of Mysterious Man He Met in Dubai

1 min

In a first, Supreme Court puts Prez on a deadline

TO DECIDE ON BILLS REFERRED BY GUVS

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Bengal DGP Vows 'Tough Action Against Hooliganism'; About 118 Arrested

MURSHIDABAD UNREST

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UPI meltdown leaves users high & dry

FACES THIRD OUTAGE IN LESS THAN A FORTNIGHT, TRANSACTIONS IMPACTED

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Army JCO killed in gunfight with ultras in J&K's Akhnoor

Two militants killed amid intensified anti-terror ops

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Trump Administration Exempts Smartphones, Laptops, Hard Drives From 'Reciprocal' Tariffs

Pauses Again?

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Apple Has Few Incentives to Start Making iPhones in US, Despite Trade War With China

President Donald Trump's administration has been predicting its barrage of tariffs targeting China will push Apple into manufacturing the iPhone in the US for the first time.

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PSPCL Initiates Drive to Protect Wheat Crops From Fire

Punjab State Power Corporation Ltd (PSPCL) has initiated a special drive to educate farmers on safeguarding their wheat crops from fire.

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US tariffs could shrink global trade by 3%, says UN economist

Global trade could shrink by three percent and exports could see a shift from markets such as the US and China to India, Canada and Brazil due to tariffs imposed by the US, a top UN economist has said.

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HAL denies finalising consultancy firm for R&D benchmarking

The Hindustan Aeronautics Ltd (HAL) on Saturday clarified that it has not finalised any consultancy firm to benchmark its Research and Development (R&D) processes.

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CEA concurs 6 hydro-pumped storage projects of about 7.5 GW in 2024-25, says Power Ministry

CEA has an ambitious plan to concur a minimum of 13 hydro-pumped storage projects (PSPs) of 22 GW for 2025-26, the ministry said in a statement

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India Votes in Favor of First Global Carbon Tax on Shipping

The decision, taken at the International Maritime Organisation (IMO) headquarters in London on Friday after a week of intense negotiations

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Bank of India Withdraws Its Special Fixed Deposit Scheme for 400 Days

Bank of India has announced to withdraw its special fixed deposit scheme for 400 days where interest rate was at maximum of 7.30 per cent.

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CM Rekha: 100 Atal canteens to eradicate hunger in Delhi

Inaugurates roti-maker at a temple in Shalimar Bagh

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Need infra monitoring cell, says CM

Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta issued several directives including one for formation of a monitoring cell for regular updates on ongoing infrastructure work in the city, officials said on Saturday.

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VHP Denied Procession in Jahangirpuri

Delhi Police have denied permission to a procession being carried out by the Vishwa Hindu Parishad (VHP) on Hanuman Jayanti in northwest Delhi’s Jahangirpuri area in view of the “sensitivity and ramification on law and order,” an official on Saturday said.

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Mission monsoon: Delhi govt fixed on curbing waterlogging

PWD minister Parvesh Verma on Saturday said the Delhi government is working on mission mode to ensure no waterlogging occurs this monsoon season.

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'Akshee' barrack at IGI opened for female cops

PINK-THEMED, IT AIMS TO ENSURE SAFE, COMFORTABLE ENVIRONMENT

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EV Policy May Create 20K Jobs, Boost Ecosystem Infra

Delhi's electric vehicle (EV) policy 2.0 may generate up to 20,000 jobs and will also set up battery collection centers while establishing a citywide network of charging and swappable battery stations.

1 min

Flight cancellations, delays leave passengers at IGI perturbed

Over 400 flights cancelled due to congestion at the Delhi airport

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3-day theatrical event on Emperor Vikramaditya begins at Red Fort

MP GOVT'S INITIATIVE: 250 ARTISTS BRING TO LIFE LEGACY OF A LEGENDARY INDIAN MONARCH

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Fake ointments worth over Rs 2.5 lakh seized

The Drugs Control Department of the Delhi government has seized counterfeit Thrombophob ointments valued at over Rs 2.5 lakh from a wholesale drug outlet here, officials said Thursday.

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CM Saini Inaugurates Annual Fair of Kashyap Rajput Punjabi Welfare Society

Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini on Saturday attended the 50th annual fair organised by Kashyap Rajput Punjabi Welfare Society and All India Kashyap Rajput Sabha in Devinagar, Ambala city, as the chief guest.

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NIA grills Tahawwur Rana for second consecutive day to probe 26/11 attacks

The National Investigation Agency (NIA) questioned Mumbai attacks conspirator Tahawwur Hussain Rana for the second consecutive day to probe larger conspiracy behind the dastardly terror strikes of 2008, sources said Saturday.

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India to Host WAVES 2025 in Mumbai; AI Art Challenge Among Key Highlights

The Ministry of Information and Broadcasting's World Audio Visual & Entertainment Summit (WAVES) 2025, to be held between May 1 and May 4 at Jio World Convention Centre and Jio World Gardens in Mumbai.

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Cabinet Gives Nod to Report Prepared for Dealing Eco-Sensitive Zone Inside Area Joining Sukhna Lake

A plan was prepared to declare all the wildlife sanctuaries in the country as eco-sensitive zones.

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Chhattisgarh: Three Naxalites killed in encounter with security forces in Bijapur

Three Naxalites, one of them carrying a reward of Rs 5 lakh, were killed in an encounter with security forces in Chhattisgarh's Bijapur district on Saturday morning, the police said.

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J&K: Two Terrorists Killed Amid Intensified Anti-Terror Operations

JCO Dies in Encounter With Infiltrators

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Another arrest in Jalandhar grenade attack

In yet another major breakthrough Jalandhar Commissionerate Police, with the support of Central Agencies and Delhi Police, has successfully arrested Uttar Pradesh (UP)-based Saidul Ameen—the prime accused involved in the grenade attack at BJP leader Manoranjan Kalia's residence, said Director General of Police (DGP) Punjab Gaurav Yadav here on Saturday.

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Muslim community will recognise transformative impact of Waqf Amendment Act upon reaping its benefits: Kailash Vijayvargiya

For the first time, Muslim women will be part of Waqf boards—a major step toward gender justice and inclusive decision-making, said former BJP national general secretary Vijayvargiya

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Shah: Aurangzeb who labelled himself Alamgir was defeated, buried in Maha

Union Home minister paid tributes to Shivaji Maharaj at Raigad Fort on his 345th death anniversary

1 min

'Ahmedabad Resolution a battle cry for defence of India's democracy'

The Congress has asked its cadres to take its Ahmedabad resolution to every household in the country, terming it a battle cry for the defence of India's \"democracy, dignity, and diversity.\"

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About 26 Cadets of MRSAFPI Make It to NDA

The Maharaja Ranjit Singh Armed Forces Preparatory Institute (MRSAFPI) in SAS Nagar (Mohali) continues to excel, with 26 more cadets making it to the UPSC All India Merit List for the National Defence Academy (NDA)-154 Course, set to begin in June 2025.

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Death toll from Dominican club roof collapse rises to 225

Four people hospitalized after being rescued from the rubble of a roof collapse at a popular nightclub in the Dominican Republic died overnight, raising the death toll to 225, health officials said on Saturday.

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Pak Deports Over 3,000 Afghan Refugees via Torkham Border

Pakistan on Saturday deported over 3,000 Afghan refugees through the Torkham border in the country's northwest, officials said.

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Russian Missile Strikes Warehouse of Indian Pharma Firm in Ukraine

A Russian missile struck a warehouse of an Indian pharmaceutical company in Ukraine on Saturday, the Ukrainian embassy in India said.

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New security corridor completed, severing Gaza's southernmost city

Israeli strikes across Gaza continued Saturday, killing at least 21 people in last 24 hours

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Iran, US Agree to More Talks on Tehran's Nuclear Programme

After First Round in Oman

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Double impact: MBSG back up League Shield with ISL Cup glory

MBSG became only the second team in the ISL history to clinch the League Winners' Shield as well as the ISL Cup

1 min

Sharma ji's fabulous ton

ABHISHEK'S 141 POWERS SRH TO WIN

1 min

De Bruyne leads City's five-star comeback

Kevin De Bruyne sparked Manchester City's remarkable fightback from two goals down in a 5-2 win over Crystal Palace in the Premier League on Saturday that reignited his team's Champions League qualification hopes.

1 min

LSG Cut Titans to Size

Lucknow Super Giants End Gujarat's Four-Match Winning Run

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Choosing the Right Allies

In the midst of a global trade war where India's imports from China vastly exceed its exports, careful partner selection rooted in historical ties—rather than reactive diplomacy—is essential to avoid strategic missteps akin to the Ottoman Empire's ill-fated choices in 1914

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Shabdavali: Valley of Words

The writer, a former Director of LBS National Academy of Administration, is currently a historian, policy analyst and columnist, and serves as the Festival Director of Valley of Words—a festival of arts and literature

1 min

New-Age Solutions

Agriculture and allied sectors are not untouched by the adverse effects of climate change, and require urgent adaptation measures through sustainable practices, use of AI and other technologies to preserve productivity, protect livelihoods, and ensure global food security

3 mins

Sartorial Threads of Tradition & Time

An illustrated bilingual gem, Sh.hhhhssss Listen! Even Sarees Speak by Devyani Mungali celebrates India's saree traditions with the help of rich storytelling, fine understanding of artwork, and profound cultural insights. The book is an honour to handlooms, heritage, and the personal memories woven into every drape of India's most revered traditional attire

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Through Leopards LAIR

Soham Chakraborty’s Urban Leopards of Sfhalana unveils the overlooked world of India’s urban leopards. It provides a mix of extensive research, vivid photography, and adventurous personal encounters while highlighting the need for conservation and coexistence. Excerpts:

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Israel Shining in Dull Times

Despite the travails it is going through and contrary to the media-fed perceptions, Israel still offers fascinating glimpses of historical grandeur, cultural diversity, and vibrant modernity—something that can be described through terms like \"unparalleled resilience\"

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Eyes in the Back of Our Heads

Being a parent means signing up for a lifetime of vigilance. Not mollycoddling or helicoptering - just plain and simple vigilant. Having that extra pair of eyes, if you will

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