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Bringing investment to rural sector key priority: IFAD president
BRINGING investment to the rural sector is a key priority for the International Fund for Agricultural Development (IFAD), President Alvaro Lario said, adding that investment in agriculture is two to three times more effective in reducing poverty than in any other sector.
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July 09, 2025
The Political and Business Daily
Lovers found dead at girl's home in Delhi's Najafgarh; probe on
A 20-year-old man and a teenage girl, who were in a relationship, allegedly hanged themselves at the girl's residence in Delhi's Najafgarh, an official said on Tuesday.
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July 09, 2025
The Political and Business Daily
US extends suspension of reciprocal tariffs to August 1; relief to Indian exporters
THE US has extended the suspension of its April 2 reciprocal tariffs until August 1, a move which provides relief to Indian exporters and additional time for New Delhi and Washington to resolve pending issues to finalise an interim trade deal.
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July 09, 2025
The Political and Business Daily
Woman and toddler killed by ex-lover in Delhi’s Majnu Ka Tila
A woman and a six-month-old toddler were found with their throats slit allegedly by her live-in partner in north Delhi's Majnu Ka Tila area on Tuesday afternoon, an official said.
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July 09, 2025
The Political and Business Daily
BMI may influence breast cancer risk in women with heart disease: WHO study
EXCESS weight may increase the risk of developing breast cancer among postmenopausal women with cardiovascular disease, according to a study by the World Health Organization (WHO), published on Monday.
1 min |
July 09, 2025
The Political and Business Daily
Odisha leaders express grief over demise of railway minister's father
ODISHA Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi and Governor Hari Babu Kambhampati on Tuesday condoled the demise of Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw's father Daulal Vaishnaw.
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July 09, 2025
The Political and Business Daily
Guru Dutt@100: Restless artiste in quest for perfection, melody of life
HE was 39 when he was found dead, directed just eight films and took 104 takes for that searing climax shot of \"Pyaasa\" where the poet protagonist stands framed in light and shadow as he asks \"Ye duniya agar mil bhi jaaye to kyahai?’
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July 09, 2025
The Political and Business Daily
Delhi government restores 13 monuments in latest heritage push
A string of Mughal-era monuments and colonial-era structures have undergone a facelift under an expansive conservation drive started by the Delhi government, and work on more is underway.
1 min |
July 08, 2025
The Political and Business Daily
India targets $300 bn bioeconomy by 2030: Minister Jitendra Singh
THE government is committed to realising a $300 billion bioeconomy by 2030, reiterated Union Minister of Science and Technology, Dr. Jitendra Singh on World Bioproduct Day on Monday.
1 min |
July 08, 2025
The Political and Business Daily
Russia fires more than 100 drones at Ukraine as Kremlin dismisses transport chief after travel chaos
RUSSIA fired more than 100 drones at civilian areas of Ukraine overnight, authorities said Monday, as the Kremlin dismissed the country's transport chief after a weekend of travel chaos when Russian airports grounded hundreds of flights due to the threat of Ukrainian drone attacks.
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July 08, 2025
The Political and Business Daily
SC to hear on July 10 pleas against poll panel decision to revise electoral rolls in Bihar
THE Supreme Court on Monday agreed to hear on July 10 a batch of petitions challenging the decision of the Election Commission (EC) to undertake special intensive revision of electoral rolls in poll-bound Bihar.
1 min |
July 08, 2025
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Vietnam Joins BRICS
From strong anti-terror messaging to leading conversations on trade reform and health equity, BRICS is intent on playing a central role in shaping the world’s future, writes Atanu Pattanaik.
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July 08, 2025
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UAE's new Golden Visa norms mark a significant shift for Indian investors
THE recent overhaul of the UAE's Golden Visa marks a significant shift in the country’s residency landscape, industry experts said on Monday.
1 min |
July 08, 2025
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Two dead, over 140 taken ill following diarrhoea outbreak in Odisha's Ganjam
TWO persons have died and over 140 were taken ill following a diarrhoea outbreak in Odisha's Ganjam district, officials said on Monday.
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July 08, 2025
The Political and Business Daily
CM Nitish Kumar distributes appointment letters to 7,468 ANMs
WITH the Assembly elections due in Bihar this year, the state government has intensified efforts to provide employment opportunities, focusing on appointments in various departments. On Monday, Chief Minister Nitish Kumar handed over appointment letters to 7,468 newly appointed Auxiliary Nurse Midwives (ANMs) during a programme held at Samvad Hall, located at the Chief Minister's Secretariat in Patna.
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July 08, 2025
The Political and Business Daily
'Pragati Maidan-Bhairo Marg tunnel to be completed in 8-9 mths after Centre’s nod'
THE Pragati Maidan-Bhairo Marg tunnel will be completed in eight to nine months after getting approval from the Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs, Delhi PWD Minister Parvesh Verma said on Monday.
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July 08, 2025
The Political and Business Daily
Dhupar challenges his removal as AITA Secretary General; Delhi HC to hear plea on Friday
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July 08, 2025
The Political and Business Daily
Brighter night-time light exposure may not be good for your heart
ARE you in the habit of sleeping with lights on during the night? Beware, a study led by an international team of researchers found that brighter nighttime light exposure may increase the risks of five major cardiovascular diseases.
1 min |
July 08, 2025
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Amish Tripathi says PM Modi's Hindi fluency is his biggest strength, slams trolls for criticizing his English skills
AUTHOR Amish Tripathi has come out in support of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, saying that his fluency in Hindi is a strength, not a weakness.
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July 08, 2025
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Odisha Vigilance traps Veterinary Officer, Programme Assistant while taking bribe
ODISHA Vigilance sleuths on Monday apprehended a block veterinary _ officer (BVO) and a programme assistant posted —at Rairakhol in Sambalpur district for allegedly taking bribe from the beneficiary of a state government scheme.
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July 08, 2025
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Empowered by tech, driven by purpose: Annapurna Devi on transforming women and child development
FROM smartphones to specialised apps, and from anganwadi centres to Parliament, digital systems are rapidly transforming the landscape of women and child welfare in the country — making service delivery faster, more transparent, and accessible, Union Minister Annapurna Devi said.
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July 08, 2025
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Three Maoists surrender in Odisha's Kandhamal
THREE Maoists, including two women, hailing from Chhattisgarh on Monday surrendered before security forces in Odisha's Kandhamal district, police said.
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July 08, 2025
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2 boys booked for making reels on railway tracks in Bolangir
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July 08, 2025
The Political and Business Daily
‘520 farmers commit suicide in Marathwada in Jan-June, up 20 pc from 2024 first half’
EIGHT districts of Maharashtra's Marathwada region registered 520 farmer suicides between January and June (up to June 26) 2025, up 20 per cent from 430 such cases reported in the same period last year, according to a state revenue department report.
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July 08, 2025
The Political and Business Daily
DUTA flags Four-Year Undergraduate Programme under NEP, petitions president
CALLING the implementation of the Four-Year Undergraduate Programme (FYUP) under NEP 2020 a \"recipe to failure,\" the Delhi University Teachers’ Association (DUTA) on Monday submitted a petition to the President of India, raising serious concerns over academic, infrastructural and policy gaps.
1 min |
July 08, 2025
The Political and Business Daily
Delhi Speaker meets Amit Shah, briefs about ongoing initiatives in Assembly
Gupta's plans to develop the colonial-era Assembly building as a heritage site, preserving its architectural and historical significance, was also detailed.
1 min |
July 08, 2025
The Political and Business Daily
Kaladan proj between India, Myanmar to be operational by 2027, says Sonowal
UNION Shipping Minister Sarbananda Sonowal on Monday said the ambitious Kaladan project between India and Myanmar, aimed at reducing the Northeast's distance from the rest of the country, will be operational by 2027.
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July 08, 2025
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18 Bangladeshi among 29 foreign nationals living illegally in Delhi's Dwarka held
TWENTY-NINE foreign nationals, including 18 Bangladeshi, staying illegally in the country were apprehended from southwest Delhi's Dwarka, officials said on Monday.
1 min |
July 08, 2025
The Political and Business Daily
Positive signs of peace returning in Manipur, Meitei-Kuki dialogue being encouraged, says RSS
RSS volunteers are making efforts to reduce tension in Manipur by promoting dialogue between Meitei and Kuki communities, the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh said on Monday, asserting that peace is gradually returning to the state.
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July 08, 2025
The Political and Business Daily
EC should take cognisance of violent incidents in Bihar: Maya
BSP chief Mayawati on Monday said the Election Commission should take cognisance of incidents of violence in Bihar, including the murder of Patna-based businessman Gopal Khemka, for the conduct of peaceful elections in the state.
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