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Government report reveals decline in birth registrations & rise in mortality figures for 2023
India recorded a decline in birth registrations in 2023, with over 200,000 fewer entries compared to 2022 ~ representing a drop of nearly one per cent, according to data from the Civil Registration System (CRS).
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October 17, 2025
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AI Heartland
In the global race for artificial intelligence supremacy, India is charting a path unlike any other, one that begins not in glittering metros but in its smaller towns and rural districts.
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October 17, 2025
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Reliance General, Mayfair partner for global healthcare
Reliance General Insurance Corporation Ltd (RGCIL) has officially announced that it has entered a strategic partnership with Mayfair We Care Ltd, a UK-based global health benefits administrator to offer RGICL policyholders seamless, borderless healthcare and emergency assistance anytime, anywhere in the world.
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October 17, 2025
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Timetomove on from the shoe-throwingincident:SC
The Supreme Court on Thursday indicated that it was not inclined to prolonged discussions over the recent shoe-throwing incident targeting Chief Justice of India B.R. Gavai, saying the judiciary must focus its attention on “more pressing matters” pending before it.
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October 17, 2025
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Small farmers lead way with natural methods
At a time when the need for self-reliant development is being increasingly emphasised in India, small farmers from weaker sections including Dalits and Adivasis have come up with promising initiatives.
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October 17, 2025
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TN Assembly rejects Governor’s proposal to amend Siddha Varsity Bill as unconstitutional
In a fresh round of confrontation between the Raj Bhavan and the DMK government of MK Stalin, the Tamil Nadu Assembly on Thursday passed a resolution rejecting the proposals of Governor RN Ravi to amend the Siddha University Bill with the chief minister castigating them as against the Constitution and Rules of Procedures of the House.
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October 17, 2025
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Freed Israeli hostages begin long recovery after months in captivity
They will be treated for malnutrition, lack of sunlight and the trauma of wearing leg chains for months.
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October 17, 2025
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Gold’s surge to $4,000 fastest ever: WGC
The rally in gold prices from trough tothe milestone mark of $4,000 per ounce (oz), reached on 9 October, is just 735 days old, according to a recent note by the World Gold Council (WGC).
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October 17, 2025
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England dominate Latviato secure FIFA WC 2026 qualification
Harry Kane netted a brace as England sealed its place at the 2026 FIFA World Cup with a commanding 5-0 win over Latvia in the qualifiers.
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October 16, 2025
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UP to roll out Digital Agriculture Policy for real-time crop, market insights: CM Yogi
Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath has directed officials to expedite the creation of a Digital Agriculture Ecosystem in Uttar Pradesh to strengthen the agricultural sector through self-reliance, sustainability, and digital innovation.
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October 16, 2025
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'75 pc of PF amount can be withdrawn immediately after job loss'
In the wake of ongoing debates and confusion over the new rules pertaining to EPF withdrawals, Union Minister Mansukh Mandaviya on Wednesday clarified that up to 75 per cent of the Provident Fund amount can be immediately withdrawn in case of job loss.
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October 16, 2025
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Tripura CM Manik Saha meets PM Modi, discusses key developmental projects
Tripura Chief Minister Manik Saha has met with Prime Minister Narendra Modi in New Delh, a post from the Prime Minister's office said Wednesday on handle X.
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October 16, 2025
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Chemicals, petrochemicals to drive India’s tech leadership: Piyush Goyal
Thechemicals & petrochemical industry has the potential to beatthe forefront ofdeveloping newtechnologies and making India a leader in providing cutting-edge solutions for the economy and industry, said Union Minister of Commerce and Industry, Piyush Goyal on Wednesday.
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October 16, 2025
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Court remands five in Zubeen death case in judicial custody for two weeks
Advocate Pradip Konwar, representing the Assam government in the investigation, confirmed that all five accused-festival organiser Shyamkanu Mahanta, manager Siddharth Sharma, cousin Sandipan Garg, and personal security officers Nandeswar Bora and Paresh Baishya were produced before the court after serving
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October 16, 2025
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India’s growth outlook remains resilient: RBI
India’s growth outlook remains resilient, supported by domestic drivers, despite weak external demand. It is likely to get further support from a favourable monsoon, lower inflation, monetary easingand thesalubrious impact of recent GST reforms, the RBI said on Wednesday.
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October 16, 2025
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Hamas regains control in Gaza, threatening ceasefire
As the Gaza ceasefire holds, Hamas security forces have returned to the streets, clashed with armed groups and killed alleged gangsters in what the militant group says is an attempt to restore law and order in areas where Israeli troops have withdrawn.
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October 16, 2025
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Jharkhand’s Ghatshila bypoll set for Soren vs Soren contest
The stage is set for a high-stakes bypoll in Jharkhand's Ghatshila constituency, with the Jharkhand Mukti Morcha (JMM) fielding Somesh Soren and the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) nominating Babulal Soren).
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October 16, 2025
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Tensions flare as Zubeen case accused attacked at Basha jail
The surroundings of the Baksa District Jail turned volatile as five individuals accused in the mysterious death of singer Zubeen Garg - including Shyamkanu Mahanta and Siddharth Sharma - were escorted into the facility under heavy police protection.
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October 16, 2025
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Maharashtra suffer horror startto Ranji Trophy season with 4 ducks
Maharashtra got off to a 2025/26 Ranji Trophy season with a horror start against last year's runner-up Kerala at the Green Field Stadium here on Wednesday, as they were reeling at 5-4 in the fourth over of their innings.
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October 16, 2025
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SC suggests lethalinjection option for death row convicts
The Supreme Court on Wednesday expressed concern over the Union Government's resistance to evolve with time, after it opposed a suggestion that death row convicts be allowed to choose lethal injection as an alternative to execution by hanging.
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October 16, 2025
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UP Tourism Department ramps up preparations to make Ayodhya Deepotsav 2025 unforgettable experience
Ayodhyais gearing up for one of the most spectacular celebrations of the year as preparations for Deepotsav 2025 reach the final stage.
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October 16, 2025
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Silver Rally: Silverlining for investors, or classic demand-supply crunch, amplified by unique factors?
With Diwali and Dhanteras drawing closer and with silver shining brighter than ever, the question that’s doing the rounds is: Is it just a festive sparkle or there is something more to it? Are silver prices in the Indian market on a major upward streak?
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October 16, 2025
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12 injured in explosions in illegal firecracker manufacturing unit in Sultanpur
Aseries of powerful explosions ripped through an illegal firecracker manufacturing unit in Sultanpur early Wednesday morning, leaving 12 people injured, five ofthem critically.
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October 16, 2025
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Home sales value rises 14 pc to ₹1.52 lakh cr in Q3: Report
The residential property market showed resilience in the July toSept quarter, with total home sales value surging 14 per cent yo-y to Rs 1.52 lakh cr, even as sales volumes remained largely flat, a recent report said.
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October 16, 2025
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Maha CM announces Rs 3 lakh crore investment as top Maoist surrenders
Sixty-one Maoist insurgents, including Communist Party of India (Maoist) politburo member Mallojula Venugopal Rao alias Sonu alias Bhupathi, laid down arms and surrendered before Maharashtra CM Devendra Fadnavis on Wednesday at the Gadchiroli district police headquarters.
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October 16, 2025
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New NATO members pledge more US arms for Ukraine
NATO’ two newest members, Finland and Sweden, said Wednesday that they would buy more weapons from the United States to give to Ukraine, a day after data showed that foreign military aid to the war-torn country had declined sharply in recent months.
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October 16, 2025
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PM Modi announces ex-gratia for Jaisalmer bus fire victims’ families
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has expressed deep sorrow over the loss of lives in a tragic bus accident in Jaisalmer, Rajasthan.
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October 16, 2025
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Jaisalmer bus tragedy: What made the 4th trip so deadly?
At least 21 passengers died and 15 others were critically injured when an AC sleeper private passenger bus travelling from Jaisalmer to Jodhpur in Rajasthan caught fire just 10 minutes into the journey on Tuesday.
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October 16, 2025
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Apex court allows limiteduse ofgreen crackers in Delhi-NCR
The Supreme Court on Wednesday eased its earlier blanket prohibition on firecrackers in the Delhi-National Capital Region (NCR), allowing the sale and controlled bursting of green crackers for two days during Diwali under strictly regulated conditions.
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October 16, 2025
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India, Saudi Arabia to collaborate in chemicals, petrochemicals
India & Saudi Arabia are exploring new areas of collaboration in the Chemicals & Petrochemicals sector with potential partnerships between major companies of both the countries.
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