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March 06, 2023

PM to attend swearing-in of 3 N-Echief ministers

Union Home Minister Amit Shah, BJP President J.P. Nadda and a few Union ministers are likely to attend these events in three state capitals.

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9 Opp leaders write to PM on Sisodia's arrest

Allege blatant misuse of central agencies against the members of Opposition

2 mins

EAM doesn't understand China threat: Rahul

In a conversation with members of the Indian Journalists' Association in London, the Wayanad MP also said that he supports Indian foreign policy and doesn't have a huge disagreement with it with regard to India's position on the Russia-Ukraine war.

2 mins

Take appropriate decision to ban cow slaughter, declare cow protected national animal: HC to Govt

Dismissing the plea, the Bench held that from the facts on record, prima facie case was made out against the petitioner.

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Naval commanders' conference begins today aboard INS Vikrant, to discuss maritime issues

The first edition of the Naval Commanders' Conference of 2023 is scheduled to commence on 6 March 2023 where defence minister Rajnath Singh will be addressing the conference on board India’s first indigenous aircraft carrier, INS Vikrant.

1 min

Women benefit from Sikkim scheme

The socio-economic welfare scheme was launched by Mr Golay on 15 August 2022, under the Women & Child Development Department, Government of Sikkim.

1 min

INTTUC keeps up its tea protests

The demonstrations are being held under the banner of the Trinamul Cha Bagan Sramik Union, affiliated to INTTUC.

2 mins

After Sagardighi by-poll results, CPI-Miterates its unity call

According to party secretary Md Salim, they were apprehending that the BJP and TMC would play roles to subvert the possibility of the rural elections, and that the CPI-M had been making preparations and calling for unity of political parties, mass organisations, social organisations, and individuals to fight the BJP and TMC.

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'Documentation of all of Satyajit Ray's works extremely essential'

The 95th edition of the Academy Awards is knocking on the doors in Los Angeles.

2 mins

CM seeks detailed report on TMC loss in Sagardighi

Cong candidate Bayron Biswas, backed by CPI-M, defeated TMC by over 22,000 votes

1 min

Six new bi-directional gates installed at Kavi Subhash Metro Station

The new gates would enable a smooth interchange at Kavi Subhash Metro station for commuters without purchasing separate tickets at the station.

1 min

ED, Asansol jail authorities engaged in tussle over who will make arrangements to shift Anubrata to Kolkata

The correctional home authorities informed the ED today that the Central agency would have to make arrangements to take Mr Mondal to Kolkata, apparently after the Asansol police said they were unable to provide a security escort for Mr Mondal’s transfer to the state capital.

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Modi to visit poll-bound K'taka on 12 March; Cong presses for model code of conduct

PM Modi has already visited the poll-bound state five times this year for various developmental programmes. He is participating in public rallies and road shows.

1 min

T'gana Guv-minister spat spills over on Twitter

Row was over Centre not sanctioning a single medical college for the state

2 mins

Kerala Lokayukta has become an enigma: KPCC president

The senior Congress leader said the Kerala Lokayukta is not following the directives of the apex court as regard to the delivery of judgments after the hearing of the cases.

2 mins

MP CM launches Laadli Behna Yojana on birthday

With the State Assembly elections scheduled at the end of this year, the ruling BJP is considering this scheme, which is very close to the heart of the Madhya Pradesh CM, as a very positive initiative.

1 min

Congress calls for K'taka bandh on 9 March against corruption

Stating that during the bandh, it will be ensured that the public are not disturbed, the KPCC chief said, schools, colleges, transport services, hospitals won't be affected.

1 min

Indian herbal drug helps regulate kidney ailments linked genes: Study

An Indian traditional ayurvedic polyherbal formulation has been found to be effective in regulating the functions of at least six genes variants causing kidney dysfunction, researchers have said ahead of the World Kidney Day which is on 9 March.

1 min

'Climate smart policies an Indian way of life'

India’s climate policy directed towards sustainable devp

1 min

Kailash Gahlot to present Delhi Budget 2023-24 on 21 March

The budget of Delhi for the year 2023-24 will be presented on 21 March.

1 min

Holi holiday likely to break momentum in markets

The week went by and saw markets lose on the first two days and then it witnessed extreme volatility with markets gaining 0.8 per cent, losing almost all of it on Thursday and then gaining a massive 1.5 per cent on Friday.

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Domestic gas cylinder prices up by 56% in 4 years; hefty drop in subsidy

The retail selling price (RSP) of a domestic LPG cylinder (14.2 Kg) on April 1, 2019 was Rs 706.50 which increased to Rs 744 in 2020, Rs 809 in 2021 and Rs 949.50 in 2022. The price increased to Rs 1,103 from Rs 1053 on March 1 this year.

1 min

World Bank signs $1bn loan to India's health sector support

The World Bank said one of the loans will prioritise health service delivery in seven states—Andhra Pradesh, Kerala, Meghalaya, Odisha, Punjab, Tamil Nadu and Uttar Pradesh—in addition to the national level interventions.

1 min

Confident India's exports will touch $750 billion in 2022-23: Piyush Goyal

During April-January 202223, overall export grew 17.33 per cent to $ 641.24.

1 min

China sets this year's economic growth target at 'around 5 pc'

We should give priority to the recovery and expansion of consumption: Premier Li Keqiang

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China proffers 'peaceful reunification', Taiwan says respect our democracy

Chinese Premier Li Keqiang pledged “peaceful reunification” with Taiwan on Sunday as well as resolute steps to oppose Taiwan independence, with Taipei responding that Beijing should respect the Taiwanese people’s commitment to democracy and freedom.

1 min

Judge: Oxford Schools, staff immune from shooting lawsuits

A Michigan judge has ruled that staff and administrators at Oxford High School cannot be sued for a mass shooting that left four students dead and seven others wounded.

2 mins

Nations reach accord to protect marine life on high seas

The U.N. Convention on the Law of the Sea came into force in 1994, before marine biodiversity was a well-established concept.

2 mins

Joe Biden's Selma visit puts spotlight back on voting rights

US President has been unable to make good on a campaign pledge to bolster voting rights

2 mins

Medvedev completes hat-trick with Dubai Tennis C'ships title

The third seed produced a consistent performance throughout the 68-minute clash to extend his winning streak to 14 matches.

1 min

WPL:Delhi start season with 60-run win over Bangalore

A brilliant 162-run opening partnership off 87 balls between Shafali Verma and captain Meg Lanning propels Delhi Capitals to win over Royal Challengers Bangalore at Brabourne Stadium

2 mins

DGC Open: Gaganjeet Bhullar to lead Indian challenge

Ace golfer Gaganjeet Bhullar, will lead Indian challenge in the strongest Asian Tour fullfield -USD 750,000 DGC Open to be played here from 16 to 19 March here.

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