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June 21, 2024

India, Cambodia to deepen cooperation in UPI, pharma

India and Cambodia are looking at enhancing bilateral trade and investment and collaboration in Unified Payment Interface (UPI) pharmaceuticals, traditional medicine as the two countries look at creation of mechanism for cooperation and collaboration in sectors of mutual interest.

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India Inc seeks capex drive, thrust on innovation, investment, tax simplification

Indian industry has sought sustained capex drive, prioritisation of innovation and investment in infrastructure, education and healthcare as well as continuation of tax simplification in the forthcoming Union Budget for 2024-25 during preBudget consultations with Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman on Thursday with industry leaders and associations.

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GROWTH IS VITAL, BUT NOT AT THE EXPENSE OF UNACCEPTABLE RISKS, RBI GOVERNOR

Shaktikanta Das emphasized the need for vigilance and robust risk mitigation in business models to ensure long-term financial stability and prevent unacceptable risks

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Tamil Nadu illicit liquor incident, death toll rises to 34, CM Stalin announces compensation

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin announced that 34 people have died from consuming toxic liquor in the Kallakurichi district, with officials warning that the number could rise further.

1 min

Govt nod to Rs 7453 cr viability gap funding for wind energy projects

The Government has approved the Viability Gap Funding (VGF) scheme for offshore wind energy projects at a total outlay of Rs 7453 crore, including an outlay of Rs 6853 crore for installation and commissioning of 1 GW of offshore wind energy projects (500 MW each off the coast of Gujarat and Tamil Nadu), and grant of Rs.600 crore for upgradation of two ports to meet logistics requirements for offshore wind energy projects.

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BILAWAL BHUTTO TO MEET PM SHEHBAZ TO DISCUSS BUDGET CONCERNS TODAY IN PAKISTAN

PPP criticizes PML-N-led coalition for unilateral budget-making approach despite external support, initially boycotted session, later reversed decision after engagement with Ishag Dar

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Uttarakhand CM Dhami convenes high-level meeting on law and order

Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami convened a significant meeting at his official residence on Thursday to address various law and order issues in the state.

1 min

India, France, Australia vow for open and orderly Indo-Pacific

The third India-FranceAustralia Trilateral Focal Points Meeting was conducted virtually on Wednesday, marking another step in the ongoing cooperation between the three nations across various strategic fronts.

1 min

PM Modi meets US Congressional delegation Including Nancy Pelosi

Prime Minister Narendra Modi hosted a bipartisan United States Congressional delegation led by Congressman Michael McCaul during their visit to India on Thursday.

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Gleneagles hospital kengeri launches south India's first 5G Ambulance

Gleneagles BGS Hospital, Kengeri proudly announces the launch of South India’s first 5G-enabled ambulance service.

1 min

Max Life joins star sports for ICC T20 World cup

Max Life Insurance Company Ltd. (“Max Life” / “Company”) today announced its association with Star Sports, the Official Broadcaster for ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2024 in India.

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TATA COMMUNICATIONS' SASE REVOLUTIONIZES NETWORKING & SECURITY

Cutting-edge secure access service edge SASE) solutions ensuring secure, efficient access to cloud services and applications for modern enterprises

1 min

Ola Electric gets SEBI Nod for Rs 5,500 cr IPO

Ola Electric, India’s top electric two-wheeler manufacturer, has received approval from the Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) for its initial public offering (IPO).

1 min

Taiwan detects Chinese military presence near territory

In recent developments, Taiwan’s Ministry of National Defence (MND) has reported heightened Chinese military presence around the island, marking a significant escalation in regional tensions

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Israel approves plan to import 92,000 foreign workers

Israel has approved a quota of 92,000 foreign workers to address the critical labor shortage across key sectors of its economy.

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BANGLADESH PM SHEIKH HASINA TO VISIT INDIA FOR TWO-DAY STATE VISIT

This will be the first incoming bilateral State Visit after the formation of the government in India following the 18th Lok Sabha elections

1 min

NASA expands IndiaUS iCET initiative for humanitarian benefit

Stating India and the United States are expanding their space collaboration, NASA administrator Bill Nelson said that the US space agency is also working to further the initiative on Critical and Emerging Technology (iCET) between the two nations.

1 min

Patna High Court Set Aside Bihar Law Increasing Reservation For SC, ST And OBC Communities To 65%

The Patna High Court in the case Gaurav Kumar & Ors., vs. The State of Bihar observed and has set aside the Bihar Reservation (for Scheduled Castes, Scheduled Tribes, and Other Back Classes) (Amendment) Act, 2023, and the Bihar (in admission in educational institutions) Reservation (Amendment) Act, 2023.

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Kerala High Court: During Quashing Proceedings, Court Has The Duty To Look At Overall Circumstances To Assess Whether Criminal Case Was Initiated [S.482 CrPC]

The Kerala High Court in the case Jitha Sanjay and Others v State of Kerala and Other observed and has held that the Court can look beyond a First Information Report, FIR to quash the criminal proceedings initiated when they are manifestly vexatious, frivolous, or instituted with an ulterior motive for wreaking vengeance.

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SUPREME COURT STAYED PROCEEDINGS IN 3 HIGH COURTS ON ALLEGED PAPER LEAK IN NEET-UG 2024 EXAM

The Supreme Court in the case observed and has stayed the proceedings in the petition filed in Rajasthan, Calcutta and Bombay High Courts with regards to the alleged paper leak in the NEET-UG 2024 exam held on May 5 this year.

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As you know, India generates around 26,000 tons of plastic waste every year

India is considered the third largest country in terms of plastic waste after the European Union and the US.

1 min

Sanjay Raut seeks Supreme Court intervention in Maharashtra Legislative Council polls

Shiv Sena (UBT) leader Sanjay Raut announced on Thursday that the party intends to approach the Supreme Court to halt the upcoming Maharashtra Legislative Council elections.

1 min

Children's Academy students', youngest twins to reach Everest Mt Everest Base Camp

Academy, Children's Thakur Complex, Mumbai is elated to announce a momentous achievement by its Grade III students, Aarav Rathi and Aarvi Rathi.

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Nine trekkers rescued from waterfall ordeal in Raigad

Nine young trekkers, including eight women, were successfully rescued after being stranded near a waterfall in Maharashtra's Raigad district on Thursday.

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