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Corruption an obstacle to economic progress: President Murmu

President Droupadi Murmu on Friday highlighted the need for integrity and honesty in the nation's fight against corruption which is an obstacle to economic progress.




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PM Modi in Maha rally dares MVA leaders to make Cong praise Savarkar, Bal Thackeray's ideology

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday dared the Maha Vikas Aghadi (MVA) leaders to make Congress leaders, especially Yuvraj (referring to Leader of Opposition in Lok Sabha Rahul Gandhi,) praise Veer Savarkar's sacrifice and his contribution in the country's freedom struggle.




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Teachers working under threat of criminal cases against them, notes Kerala HC

The Kerala High Court, quashing a case against a school teacher for allegedly beating a student in her class, pointed out that teachers are now working under threat of a criminal case being registered against them.




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Indian stock market remains on consolidation path, DIIs absorb heavy selling

The week saw Donald Trump returning to power in the US election amid a second consecutive rate cut by Fed this year, as the Indian stock market continued to experience consolidation due to heightened selling pressure from foreign institutional investors (FIIs).




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Extremists target ISKCON amid persecution of Hindus in Bangladesh

Author and social activist Taslima Nasreen has expressed deep concern regarding the persecution of minorities in Bangladesh at the hands of Islamist extremists.




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Malaika Arora wishes 'baby boy' Arhaan with cherished childhood memories

Actress Malaika Arora took to social media to wish her "baby boy," Arhaan Khan on his 22nd birthday.




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Digital Life Certificates: A Challenge for India's Elderly

India's elderly struggle with obtaining digital life certificates due to lack of digital skills or technology access. The government's digital life certificate campaign uses face authentication technology, but has logistical issues.




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Shiv Sena (UBT) expels ex-Hingoli MP Wankhede for 'anti-party' activities

In an abrupt move, the Shiv Sena (UBT) has expelled its former Hingoli Lok Sabha MP Subhash Wankhede from the party for alleged 'anti-party' activities




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Judge agrees to special prosecutor's request to pause federal case against Trump

A federal judge has agreed to Special Prosecutor Jack Smith's request to pause the election interference case against US President-elect Donald Trump in the first indication that cases against him are crumbling.




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Seamless Connectivity: Centre to develop tech for highspeed, ultra-low latency 5G services

To further ensure high-speed and ultra-low latency services required in 5G, the Department of Telecommunications (DoT) on Saturday said it has signed an agreement with Linearized Amplifier Technology Services and Vedang Radio Tech.




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India's power sector set for robust growth amid renewable energy push

As India is poised to see a surge in energy demand than any other country over the next decade owing to its sheer size and scale of rising demand from all sectors, the country's power transmission sector is set for significant growth due to ambitious renewable energy targets.




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ACB Files Case Against Female Officer for Alleged Corruption In Livelihood Generation Scheme

While self-employment schemes in Jammu and Kashmir aim to support youth employment, allegations of corruption have surfaced. Anti-graft panel registered an FIR against former Assistant Director Employment Shabnam Arif Mir and others for allegedly accepting bribes from a local dealership.




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Fake PMO officer asked to appear before Srinagar's special court on Nov 27

The Enforcement Directorate files a prosecution complaint against a fraudster from Gujrat Kiran Patel. The conman has been asked to appear before a court in Srinagar on November 27.




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No salaries for Rural Development Department employees in Reasi; poor performance cited

In an exemplary action against laxity in rural development projects, Deputy Commissioner Vishesh Mahajan has ordered the withholding of salaries for the entire Rural Development Department, including engineering staff, citing unsatisfactory progress on developmental works.




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JCO Sacrifices Life in Fierce Encounter with Terrorists in J&K's Kishtwar Forest; 3 Injured

A group of terrorists involved in the killing of two unarmed VDG members are trapped in the ongoing gunbattle in Kishtwar's forest.




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Resolution on Article 370 triggers intense debate in J&K as BJP, Congress exchange barbs

The J&K Legislative Assembly's recent resolution seeking the restoration of special status has ignited a fierce debate between the BJP and Congress.




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Trump shuts out Haley, but Ramaswamy may get senior role in new admin

US President-elect Donald Trump has shut the door on Nikki Haley declaring that he won't be inviting her to join his administration, but another Indian American, Vivek Ramaswamy, may get a senior role.




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Trump's return likely to bolster India's textile trade with US: Industry

The Confederation of Indian Textile Industry (CITI) on Monday said the return of Donald Trump as the next US President will bolster India's textile and apparel trade with its largest international market.




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Campaigning for 3 Assembly bypolls in K'taka set to end; leaders make last-ditch effort

The campaign for the bypolls in three Assembly constituencies in Karnataka will end on Monday.




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Bengal by-polls: TMC leader writes to ECI seeking intervention on crucial issues

Senior Trinamool Congress (TMC) leader Derek O'Brien wrote to the Election Commission of India (ECI) on Monday, seeking the latter's intervention on issues pertaining to upcoming by-elections for 6 assembly constituencies in West Bengal.




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IIT Madras, ISRO to study spacecraft & launch vehicle-related thermal management

The Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Madras on Monday announced a collaboration with the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) to establish a Centre of Excellence (CoE) for research in 'Fluid and Thermal Sciences'.




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Delhi HC orders ESIC to give benefits to victim whose Covid scheme claim rejected for 'more salary'

The Delhi High Court has directed the Employees' State Insurance Corporation (ESIC) to extend all benefits under the Covid scheme to the wife of a deceased whose claim was rejected on the ground that the workman was drawing salary above the prescribed limits.




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Vistara operating last flights as merger with Air India takes off on Tuesday

Full-service airline Vistara will operate its last flights today as it will be merged with the Air India Group on Tuesday.




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Donald Trump calls Putin, urges de-escalation of Ukraine conflict

US President-elect Donald Trump urged Russian President Vladimir Putin to avoid any escalation in the ongoing conflict in Ukraine in a recent phone call.




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Yunus expands Bangladesh's interim Govt, adds 3 more advisors

Three more advisors to the Bangladeshi interim government took oath on Sunday.




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Campaign for 5 Assam Assembly constituencies in bypolls to end today

By-elections in five Assembly constituencies—Dholai, Samaguri, Behali, Bongaigaon, and Sidli have been necessitated due to the elections of five legislators to Lok Sabha in the general elections this year.




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La Liga: Barcelona Stumbles as Real Madrid Rises

FC Barcelona lost 1-0 to Real Sociedad, leaving them six points clear of Real Madrid in La Liga. Real Madrid won 4-0 against Osasuna, but suffered significant injuries to key players.




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Australian and German researchers find cure for deadly skin disease 'TEN'

Researchers from Australia and Germany have for the first time cured patients suffering from toxic epidermal necrolysis (TEN), a deadly skin disease.




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Delhi CM Atishi congratulates New CJI Justice Sanjiv Khanna

Delhi Chief Minister Atishi extended warm greetings to Justice Sanjiv Khanna on Monday, following his swearing-in as the 51st Chief Justice of India (CJI).




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Nimrat Kaur says friendship too makes people jealous as dating rumours with Abhishek Bachchan emerge

Actress Nimrat Kaur recently shared a humorous reel about friendships that make people jealous, amidst dating rumours with her "Dasvi" co-star Abhishek Bachchan.




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'Bigg Boss 18': Time god Vivian DSena, Rajat Dalal indulge in war-of-words again

It is very clear that contestants Vivian Dsena and Rajat Dalal are nemesis in the show and the two will once again end up engaging in a war-of-words in the upcoming episode.




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RBI Approves In-Solutions Global for Prepaid Payment Instruments

In-Solutions Global Ltd (ISG) has been granted authorisation by the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) to establish a payment system for the issuance and operation of Prepaid Payment Instruments (PPI).




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Polling parties deployed by helicopter to conduct elections in remote areas of Jharkhand

The personnel deputed for election duty were sent on Monday to 225 polling stations located in remote and inaccessible areas of five districts of the state -- West Singhbhum, Latehar, Lohardaga, Gumla and Garhwa.




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India leads global AI adoption, 30pc firms maximising AI value: Report

India leads Artificial Intelligence (AI) adoption with 30 per cent of companies in the country having maximised AI's value potential -- surpassing the global average of 26 per cent, according to a report.




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Pakistan win exposes serious flaws in Australia's batting, says coach Gillespie

Following Pakistan's first ODI series win in Australia happening after 22 years, interim white-ball head coach Jason Gillespie said his bowlers exposed some flaws in the hosts' batting line-up.




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Beta-blockers may be unnecessary, lead to depression in some patients, says study

Beta-blockers, a common medicine used by patients who have had a heart attack, can lead to depression in patients who did not have heart failure, claims a study on Monday.




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High-speed internet behind increased Australian obesity? Study finds link

New research has found a link between high-speed internet activities and Australia's growing rate of obesity.




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SC dismisses Prajwal Revanna's bail plea in sex scandal case

The Supreme Court on Monday dismissed a bail petition filed by Karnataka's sensational sex video case prime accused and former MP Prajwal Revanna, who is the grandson of former PM H.D. Deve Gowda.




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Society should understand God is same for all: K'taka Minister on entry of Dalits in temples

Karnataka Home Minister G. Parameshwara has stated that Dalits are not allowed inside temples at many places across the state.




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Approach lower court for bail, Calcutta HC tells Sandip Ghosh

The Calcutta High Court on Monday refused to hear the bail plea from R.G. Kar Medical College & Hospital's former Principal Sandip Ghosh in connection with the multi-crore financial irregularities case.




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There will be no Champions Trophy without India, says Aakash Chopra

Amid uncertainty over India's travel to Pakistan for next year's Champions Trophy, cricketer-turned commentator Aakash Chopra feels that the tournament can't happen without India.




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Pure fiction, completely untrue: Russia denies Trump-Putin conversation

Russia on Monday denied US media reports which claimed that the US President-elect Donald Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin have spoken over phone after the former's win in the presidential election, last week.




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Arvind Kejriwal highlights Delhi govt schools' makeover

Ahead of Delhi Assembly elections, AAP Convener and former Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal on Monday highlighted the strides made by government schools here, claiming that students from poor families are now clearing exams like NEET and IIT-JEE.




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Demat accounts in India reach 179 million in October: Report

As Indian stock markets continue to outperform compared to a global market, the number of total demat accounts increased to 179 million in October, from 175 million in September.




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US oil drilling costs may reach $67-$70 per barrel by 2026 under Trump

The Donald Trump presidency in the US could have a significant impact on the oil market, with potential growth largely dictated by price.




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Girl student at IIIT Basar in Telangana ends life

A student of the Rajiv Gandhi University of Knowledge and Technologies (RGUKT), also known as the IIIT Basar, in Basar town of Telangana's Nirmal district, committed suicide on Monday.




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SIP inflow hits Rs 25,000 crore for 1st time, equity fund inflows at record Rs 41,887 crore

The monthly systematic investment plan (SIP) inflow made a new all-time high in India at Rs 25,323 crore in October, from Rs 24,509 crore in September, according to the latest data from the Association of Mutual Funds in India (AMFI) on Monday.




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Vikrant Massey Stirs Controversy For Saying "Muslims Are Not In Danger"; Netizens Call Him "Opportunist"

The 12th Fail actor is being heavily criticised for his recent stance on the safety of Muslims in the country. He also referred to India as the most livable country in present times.




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Uddhav Thackeray defends Rahul Gandhi after PM's jibe on Balasaheb

Shiv Sena (UBT) President and former Chief Minister Uddhav Thackeray grappled salvos by Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Union Home Minister Amit Shah against the Maha Vikas Aghadi (MVA) allies, at the height of the Assembly poll campaign.




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Rural consumption of FMCG goods surged 60 pc over last 2 years: Report

There has been a 60 per cent rise in the average FMCG basket size among India's rural consumers in the last two years, driven by a growing preference for convenience products, according to the latest Group M and Kantar report released on Monday.