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BJP's brazen attempt towards totalitarian presidential system through ONOP: Stalin
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BJP's brazen attempt towards totalitarian presidential system through ONOP: Stalin

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MKStalin on Monday alleged the BJP-led Union government despite lacking a majority to pass the One Nation One Poll legislation, is making a brazen attempt to push the same with an ulterior motive of conducting a presidential form of government.

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December 17, 2024
Ilayaraja denied entry to sanctum sanctorum of Srivilliputhur temple
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Ilayaraja denied entry to sanctum sanctorum of Srivilliputhur temple

Avideoof him being prevented entry gone viral with hisardent fans castigating the templeadministration

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December 17, 2024
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'Stay healthy, stay happy', CM Sharma tells people in Jaipur park

Rajasthan Chief Minister Bhajan Lal Sharma, on Monday, emphasised the significance of maintaining a healthy lifestyle and engaging in regular exercise.

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December 17, 2024
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Jaipur coaching centre sealed after students fall ill

Utkarsh Coaching Centre in Rajasthan's Jaipur has been sealed after several students fell ill and some fainted on the premises, said officials here.

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December 17, 2024
Shaina NC praises Omar as 'mature leader' for criticising Cong's objections to EVMS
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Shaina NC praises Omar as 'mature leader' for criticising Cong's objections to EVMS

National Conference (NC) leader and Jammu and Kashmir (J&K) Chief Minister, Omar Abdullah's, recent criticism of the INDIA bloc ally Congress' objections to Electronic Voting Machines (EVMS) has sparked a response from Shiv Sena leader Shaina NC, who lauded Abdullah as a 'very mature leader.'

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December 17, 2024
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Govt underlines schemes for upliftment of minorities

The Centre has launched several schemes focusing on education, employment, and infrastructure development to safeguard the rights and improve the lives of minorities which comprise about 19.3 per cent of the country's population.

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December 17, 2024
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Kolkata book fair to see 1000 stalls

Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee will inaugurate the 48th International Kolkata Book Fair (IKBF) on 28 January, 2025. It will be held at the Boimela Prangan in Salt Lake. The focal theme country is Germany.

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December 17, 2024
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Jailed Hindu monk's lawyer in city for treatment

Jailed monk Chinmoy Krishna Das Bangladeshi lawyer Rabindra Ghosh is currently in Kolkata for medical treatment.

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December 17, 2024
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Abhishek calls ONOE unconstitutional

Abhishek Banerjee, Trinamul Congress MP from Diamond Harbour and party's national general secretary came down heavily on the BJP-led Centre and said the proposed One Nation One Election Bill is unconstitutional and will take away the voting rights of the people.

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December 17, 2024
Mamata pays homage to Indian soldiers on Vijay Diwas
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Mamata pays homage to Indian soldiers on Vijay Diwas

She refused to comment on the situation that is prevalent in Bangladesh now

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December 17, 2024
ISS successful candidates get sweets, flowers from Mamata
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ISS successful candidates get sweets, flowers from Mamata

The two candidates were delivered the pleasantries by the local governmentrepresentatives

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December 17, 2024
As Trump threatens mass deportations, Central America braces for an influx of vulnerable migrants
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As Trump threatens mass deportations, Central America braces for an influx of vulnerable migrants

As dozens of deported migrants pack into a sweltering airport facility in San Pedro Sula, Norma sits under fluorescent lights clutching a foam cup of coffee and a small plate of eggs-all that was waiting for her in Honduras.

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December 17, 2024
B'desh violence: Protest in heart of city disrupts traffic
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B'desh violence: Protest in heart of city disrupts traffic

The Bengali Hindu Protection Committee organised amarch from Sealdah to Dharmatala, demanding the immediate release of Swami Chinmoy Krishna

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December 17, 2024
BGT: Rain may play spoilsport during remaining two days of Brisbane Test
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BGT: Rain may play spoilsport during remaining two days of Brisbane Test

The Bureau of Meteorology of Australia has reported today that there are 90% chances of rain on the last two days of the Brisbane Test played between the Baggy Greens and India which is Tuesday and Wednesday.

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December 17, 2024
India at rain's mercy after yet another top order collapse
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India at rain's mercy after yet another top order collapse

Aussie pacers dominate Indian batting at rain swept Gabba to leave visitors tottering at 51-4

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December 17, 2024
Australian legend Border rates Bumrah as highly as Hadlee and Marshall
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Australian legend Border rates Bumrah as highly as Hadlee and Marshall

Jasprit Bumrah's stocks rose exponentially ever since he arrived on Australian shores this summer, with the pace ace leading India to a commanding win in the Border-Gavaskar series opener in Perth, before leaving his mark in Adelaide and Brisbane.

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December 17, 2024
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Badminton nationals to start in Bengaluru on 18 December

An exciting domestic season, which witnessed the emergence of young challengers and revival of fortune for some battle-hardened journeymen, is set for a grand finale with the 77th Inter-Zonal and 86th Senior National Badminton Championships to be played at the Karnataka Badminton Association courts in Bengaluru from 18-24 December.

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December 17, 2024
Mbappe in Real squad for Intercontinental Cup
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Mbappe in Real squad for Intercontinental Cup

Kylian Mbappe has been added to Real Madrid's 24-man squad for the Intercontinental Cup.

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December 17, 2024
Ashley eager to learn Hindi, make friendships in HIL
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Ashley eager to learn Hindi, make friendships in HIL

USA women's team defender Ashley Hoffman is excited to be part of the Hockey India League (HIL) 2024-25 season after being signed by Shrachi Rarh Bengal Tigers for Rs 10 lakh.

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December 17, 2024
Kerala Blasters FC sack head Coach Mikael Stahre
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Kerala Blasters FC sack head Coach Mikael Stahre

Kerala Blasters have confirmed the departure of head coach Mikael Stahre and assistant coaches Bjorn Wesstrom and Frederico Pereira Morais after the team's poor start in the 2024-25 Indian Super League (ISL) season has seen the side sit at the 10th place in the points table.

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December 17, 2024
West Bengal, Services win big in Santosh Trophy
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West Bengal, Services win big in Santosh Trophy

West Bengal and Services recorded dominant victories in Group A of the final round of the 78th National Football Championship for Santosh Trophy at the Deccan Arena on Monday.

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December 17, 2024
Punjab FC aim to return to winning ways against struggling East Bengal
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Punjab FC aim to return to winning ways against struggling East Bengal

Currently at the fifth spot, a victory against the red and gold brigade will see Punjab overtake third-placed Odisha FC

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December 17, 2024
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Assam CM to attend Bhutan's national day, eyeing stronger bilateral ties

Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma will attend the National Day Celebrations of Bhutan from December 16 to 18 at the invitation of King Jigme Khesar Namgyel Wangchuck.

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December 17, 2024
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Assam's Panchayat polls: political parties gear up for fierce grassroots battle

With panchayat elections in Assam approaching fast, political parties are ramping up their preparations, spurred by the recent publication of draft electoral rolls.

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December 17, 2024
Precision land management must for Viksit Bharat
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Precision land management must for Viksit Bharat

Jagdeep Dhankhar said, 'Your guardianship of this land is vital for both strategic defence infras

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December 17, 2024
Manipur CM accuses agencies of destabilizing state amid rising tensions
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Manipur CM accuses agencies of destabilizing state amid rising tensions

Manipur Chief Minister N Biren Singh on Monday accused certain external agencies of attempting to destabilize the state, further aggravating the ethnic crisis in the state.

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December 17, 2024
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India to end 2024 with record office space leasing activity, leads globally

India is set to witness a record office space leasing activity in 2024, reaching 83-85 million square feet of gross leasing value (GLV), which is a 13 percent growth from last year, according to a report on Monday.

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December 17, 2024
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Heyo gearing up to scale to a million businesses across India, Asia-Pacific, EMEA, LATAM

Kolkata-headquartered Heyo (often known as Heyo Phone), that helps small business owners manage all their customer communications, get more enquiries and grow business right from their phones, is gearing up to scale to a million businesses across India and emerging economy markets like Asia Pacific, EMEA, LATAM in next 3-5 years.

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December 17, 2024
HPCL expands free heart care initiative with new partnership
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HPCL expands free heart care initiative with new partnership

Hindustan Petroleum Corporation Limited (HPCL) has taken a significant step to bring life-saving heart care closer to those in need.

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December 17, 2024
Market erases some gains; Selling seen in IT, metal, oil & gas, FMCG
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Market erases some gains; Selling seen in IT, metal, oil & gas, FMCG

The Sensex was down 384.55 points or 0.47 percent at 81,748.57, and the Nifty was down 100.05 points or 0.40 percent at 24,668.25

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December 17, 2024