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CM slams past SP govt for neglecting MSMEs, fuelling caste-based conflicts in UP
UTTAR Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Friday launched a scathing attack on the previous Samajwadi Party government, accusing it of ignoring the Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSME) sector while keeping the state trapped in caste-based conflicts and nepotism for political gains.
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June 28, 2025
The Political and Business Daily
Massive devotee turnout marks Rath Yatra; chariots to resume journey today
LORD Jagannath devotees will get another chance to pull the chariots tomorrow as none of them reached their destination on Friday after Balabhadra's Taladhwaja chariot got stuck while negotiating a turn, causing delays that prevented the others from arriving at Gundicha Temple, 2.6km away from the 12th-century shrine.
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June 28, 2025
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Develop govt land near major infra projects into economic hubs like BKC: CM to officials
MAHARASHTRA Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis on Friday asked officials to identify and develop government land near major infrastructure projects as economic hubs on the lines of Mumbai's Bandra-Kurla Complex (BKC).
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June 28, 2025
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ONGC well in Assam capped after 16 days of gas leakage, says Hardeep Puri
ONGC on Friday successfully capped the blowout of its crude oil well in Assam's Sivasagar district after 16 days of gas leakage from there, Union Minister Hardeep Singh Puri said.
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June 28, 2025
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Shrivani Kshetra comes alive with devotion as thousands join grand Rath Yatra celebration
THE sacred atmosphere of Shrivani Kshetra at Kalinga Institute of Social Sciences (KISS) reverberated with chants of “Jai Jagannath” as thousands of devotees participated in the annual Rath Yatra celebration on Thursday, held with great religious fervour and grandeur.
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June 28, 2025
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Mizoram mulls confiscating IDs of refugees who often cross border to and from Myanmar
THE Mizoram government is considering confiscating the identity cards of Myanmar refugees who repeatedly cross the international border to and from the neighbouring country, an official said on Friday.
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June 28, 2025
The Political and Business Daily
India posts current account surplus of $13.5 bn in Q4FY25: RBI report
INDIA posted a current account surplus of USD 13.5 billion or 1.3 per cent of GDP in March quarter 2024-25 as compared with USD 4.6 billion in the year-ago period mainly on account of surge in services exports and higher remittances, according to RBI data released on Friday.
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June 28, 2025
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Women participation in real estate to bring down civil cases: PWD Minister
DELHI's PWD Minister Parvesh Verma on Friday stressed the need to increase women's participation in the real estate sector, saying this will improve transparency and reduce civil cases related to properties.
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June 28, 2025
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Shafali deserves this comeback, really excited to open with her again: Mandhana
Ahead of playing the T20I series opener against England, India vice-captain Smriti Mandhana said her opening partner Shafali Verma is deserving of making a comeback into the setup after eight months, adding that she is excited to open again with the explosive right-handed batter.
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June 28, 2025
The Political and Business Daily
Cities: Economic Powerhouses
Notwithstanding a rich and glorious tradition of city planning for hundreds of years, none of the major Indian cities rank in the top 100 liveable cities of the world, writes Joydeep Nayak
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June 28, 2025
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Historical bias led to decline of Sanskrit; Nepal committed to its promotion: President Paudel
NEPAL President Ram Chandra Paudel has said the historical restriction of Sanskrit education to certain groups, including women, has led to its decline, as he affirmed the government's commitment to its promotion and preservation.
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June 28, 2025
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Bihar EOU raids six locations linked to govt officer in disproportionate assets case
IN a major action against corruption and black money, the Economic Offences Unit (EOU) of Bihar conducted simultaneous raids at six locations linked to a Lekhpal posted at the State Food Corporation in Motihari on Friday.
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June 28, 2025
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India’s electricity demand likely to triple to 4 tn units by 2035: Report
INDIA’S electricity demand is expected to record a three-fold jump to a staggering 4 trillion units by 2035, driven by industrial expansion, urban growth, and the electrification of transport, according to a report from OmniScience Capital released on Friday.
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June 28, 2025
The Political and Business Daily
Indian fishermens’ rights given up during Emergency, says EAM
THE issue of Sri Lanka arresting Indian fishermen stems from an agreement during the Emergency under which their rights for fishing in some specific areas were given up, External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar said on Friday.
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June 28, 2025
The Political and Business Daily
Par panel to grill Boeing & Al executives and Govt officials on Ahmedabad crash
THE Parliamentary Committee on Transport has summoned Boeing executives, Air India representatives, the Civil Aviation Secretary, and DGCA officials for a discussion on air safety issues related to the tragic Boeing Dreamliner crash within seconds of take-off from the Ahmedabad airport.
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June 28, 2025
The Political and Business Daily
PNB empowers MSMEs with innovative digital and traditional lending solutions
PUNJAB National Bank (PNB), one of India’s foremost public sector banks, has strengthened its commitment to the Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSME) sector by launching a comprehensive range of digital and traditional lending solutions designed to meet the diverse needs of entrepreneurs across the country.
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June 28, 2025
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Decomposed body of AIIMS electrician found in pond
THE body of a 32-year-old AIIMS electrician missing for a week was found in a semi-decomposed condition in a pond near Vasant Kunj, police said on Friday.
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June 28, 2025
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South Korea: Six Americans nabbed for trying to send plastic bottles with rice, dollar bills to North Korea
SOUTH Korean Police on Friday apprehended six American citizens who attempted to release plastic bottles containing rice, one dollar bills and the Bible into the sea near a restricted border area in an effort to send them to North Korea, officials said.
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June 28, 2025
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Centre revamps Sugamya Bharat app
THE Sugamya Bharat App (SBA), a flagship initiative of the Government of India dedicated to enhancing accessibility for people with disabilities and elderly citizens in India, has been revamped to provide a more user-friendly and impactful experience, said the Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment, on Friday.
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June 28, 2025
The Political and Business Daily
Assault on Constitution's soul: Oppn on RSS' view on Preamble
Congress resorting to diversion, it must apologise for Emergency excesses: BJP
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June 28, 2025
The Political and Business Daily
National Shooting: Anish bags double, Narmada wins air rifle
FORMER world champion and Olympian Anish Bhanwala won back-to-back trials in the 25m Rapid Fire Pistol (Men) event, while Tamil Nadu’s Narmada Nithin clinched the top spot in the Women's 10m Air Rifle on Day Four of the National Selection Trials 3&4 for Group ‘A’ Rifle and Pistol shooters, currently underway at the Trishul Shooting Range, Maharana Pratap Sports College, here in Raipur.
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June 28, 2025
The Political and Business Daily
Trump says 'very big' trade deal coming up with India
US President Donald Trump said America is going to have a \"very big\" trade deal with India, hinting at significant progress in the negotiation process of a long-awaited bilateral trade agreement between the two countries.
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June 28, 2025
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Delhi CM flags off 105 new DEVI e-buses, inaugurates Narela depot
DELHI Chief Minister Rekha Gupta on Friday flagged off 105 new orange-coloured DEVI (Delhi EV Inter-connector) electric buses and inaugurated the newly built Sector A9 depot in Narela, calling it a step towards cleaner and more efficient public transport for the capital.
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June 28, 2025
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China removes senior General, naval chief and top scientist in major purge in military
THE purge of China's powerful defence and security establishment continued as top military officials, including a senior general, chief of navy and a nuclear scientist, were expelled from the national legislature on Friday.
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June 28, 2025
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From boundary catches to concussion protocols: ICC announces playing conditions changes across formats
THE International Cricket Council (ICC) has announced a set of changes in regard to the use of balls in ODIs, boundary catches and concussion replacements for both Test and white-ball formats.
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June 28, 2025
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UNESCO working with India on impact of AI in addressing social economic issues: official
THE UNESCO is working with India on the impact of artificial intelligence (AI) in addressing social and economic issues with technological innovation as New Delhi prepares to host the global summit on AI impact early next year, an official said on Friday.
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June 28, 2025
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Robust MSME ecosystem key for India’s sustainable economic development: Prez
A robust micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSME) ecosystem is not only important but also essential for the country's sustainable economic development, President Droupadi Murmu said on Friday.
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June 28, 2025
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Governor Hari Babu joins lakhs in Puri, calls Rath Yatra a 'divine and uplifting experience'
ODISHA Governor Dr. Hari Babu Kambhampati joined lakhs of devotees in Puri on Friday to witness the grand Rath Yatra of Mahaprabhu Jagannath, Lord Balabhadra, and Devi Subhadra, describing the experience as one of deep spiritual awakening and communal harmony.
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June 28, 2025
The Political and Business Daily
Jon Lewis leaves UP Warriorz head coach role
MONTHS after his exit from the England women’s set-up, Jon Lewis has now left his role as head coach of UP Warriorz (UPW) in the Women’s Premier League (WPL).
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June 28, 2025
The Political and Business Daily
Odisha Fire Services on high alert as Rath Yatra festivities continue in Puri
AS the grand Rath Yatra continues in Puri, the Odisha Fire Services Department has deployed robust safety and emergency response systems to manage the massive influx of devotees.
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