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Modi to address rally in UP; BJP plans outreach programme on two-year rule

The party on Wednesday released seven handouts on the government's achievements in the past two years in various fields




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Two years of Narendra Modi's foreign policy: more misses than hits

Two years of Modi's foreign policy can be best remembered for its flip-flops on Pakistan and the PM's blockbuster speeches to delirious non-resident communities and the grand receptions he has received in several countries




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Modi government a failure on many fronts, says Shiv Sena on anniversary

Sena also took a dig at the Prime Minister over his frequent foreign trips




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Two years of Modi government: What kind of celebrations are on the cards?

From rallies, press conferences in over 150 cities to holding a star-studded evening, a look at what the fortnight-long celebrations will have




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Modi govt established new benchmarks for development: Amit Shah

On the second anniversary of the Modi govt, Shah added that the Centre also redefined the idea of governance and delivery




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Two years of Modi government @Facebook

The PM has had 179 million interactions in the last two years; his cabinet ministers too have taken a lot to the social media platform




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Congress questions the 'achievements' of two years of Modi govt

The political party asks, 'kiska saath, kiska vikaas?'




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Development only way to empower the poor, says Modi

He said the the government was caste- and religion-neutral




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Answering 20 tough questions in 5 minutes can help you meet PM Modi

Centre launches online quiz on government's achievements, the prize for which is a certificate and a chance to meet the PM




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2 years of Modi govt: Amitabh Bachchan to host segment on girl child campaign

Bachchan said he will host a segment called 'Beti Bachao Beti Padhao' for the show celebrating second anniversary of NDA govt




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PM Modi-led NDA government has failed on all counts: Raj Babbar

Babbar claimed that crop sowing area has shrunk to less than 120 lakh hectares from 125 lakh hectares in the last two years




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Team Modi talks of a 'new dawn' on second anniversary

Arun Jaitley said India's economy has picked up pace and achieved a growth rate of about 7.5% amid a global slowdown




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Congress terms Modi Govt 'anti-farmer, anti-women and anti-Dalit'

Attacking the Modi rule, the Congress party said that the NDA govt is acting like an event manager




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Modi govt's 3rd year to see many more crucial laws: Arun Jaitley

Jaitley said India, from policy paralysis, has transformed into the fastest growing global economy for two years in a row




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Start-ups that burn investor money won't get second chance: Ratan Tata

Tata, who also invests in start-ups, also said old-age businesses will recede and the young founders of innovative companies are the future leaders of the Indian industry




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Fintech firm Instamojo buys GetMeAShop from Times Internet for $5 million

With this, GetMeAShop's 30 member-odd team has joined Instamojo, to work as part of the company's e-commerce business, MojoCommerce




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Early-round funding in startups almost doubles in 2 yrs; Chinese lead

The push is coming from the fact that there are far more established entrepreneurs in India today hitting the next venture button then five years ago




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Tech startup Tekion launches cloud-based automotive dealer management

The product connects key stakeholders of the industry enabling maximum level of operational efficiencies, collaboration, and personalized retail experiences




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Indian start-up's remote technology helps Wuhan hospitals fight Coronavirus

BlinkIN, a Bengaluru-based intelligent visual-assistance firm helped service engineers from Germany remotely install air ventilation systems in two hospitals in Wuhan




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Online pharmacies on hiring mode as orders during Covid-19 lockdown

Most e-pharmacies are operating with minimal staff and are not able to fulfill customer orders




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More than 200 crorepati MLAs in new Karnataka Assembly

Karnataka Election Watch (KEW) also said today 93% or 203 MLAs of the total 218 analysed are crorepatis




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N2025 Vision Gran Turismo concept Showcased at the 2016 Indian Auto Expo

Hyundai has showcased the N2025 Vision Gran Turismo concept at the ongoing Indian Auto Expo. The concept was unveiled with an aim at promoting the Korean automaker’s ‘N’ sub performance brand and it does that really well. There have been many ...




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Honda signs MoU with Magma Fincorp Limited

Honda India has signed a  Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Magma Fincorp Limited in order to provide easy finance to the customers. Magma will be providing loans up to 90% of total cost of the car which can be repaid in a time period of 5 ...




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Hero MotoCorp unveils first in-house bike Splendor iSmart 110

The firm also unveiled sports bike Xtreme 200 S, design concept bike XF3R and an electric scooter concept Duet-E




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Fiat-owned Jeep unveils 3 models

The vehicles mark the comeback of the auto manufacturer into the Indian market




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Tata Motors unveils three new cars

The vehicles are: Compact sedan codenamed Kite 5, compact SUV Nexon and lifestyle SUV Hexa




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First Look: Hyundai Motor's SUV Tucson

The vehicle, which will be launched commercially in India later, will be positioned above Creta, but below the Santa Fe




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How to make money in equity mutual funds

If retail investors aspire to make risk-free, guaranteed returns in the short-term, they are better off in a fixed deposit. Equities isn't for them




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The Promoter's role: A question of trust

A long-term investment in a company is a vote of faith in the promoter




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Modi interacts with political leaders as buzz to extend lockdown grows

The interaction comes as Indian enters the third week of the 21-day nationwide shutdown




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Akhilesh questions PM Modi's claim on screening of travellers at airports

"The country would be truly benefitted, if and only if the meaningful work is done," the SP chief said




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Ex-PM Manmohan Singh slams govt, says not necessary to freeze DA, DR hike

Former Congress chief Rahul Gandhi also slammed the government over the issue




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Monsoon session of Parliament should begin on time in mid-July: V-P Naidu

Naidu, as chairman of the Rajya Sabha, has reached all members of the Upper House and is learnt to have told some that he hopes the session to follow 'normal schedule'.




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CM Thackeray seeks PM Modi's help for nomination to Legislative Council

Thackeray said he will have to resign if it doesn't happen




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Delhi election 2020: Top 5 seats where AAP got its most comprehensive wins

From Matia Mahal to Chandni Chowk, these constituencies saw the widest gaps between the vote shares of the winner and the runner-up




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AAP invites 'Baby Mufflerman' to Kejriwal's oath-taking ceremony on Feb 16

An AAP functionary said Tomar has been invited for the oath-taking ceremony




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SC order on decriminalising politics will help strengthen democracy: EC

In October 2018, the poll panel made it compulsory for candidates contesting elections to advertise their criminal antecedents in television and newspapers at least thrice during electioneering




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Did Union Budget - 2016 allocate more for rural India and the social sector? Not really

A closer look at budgetary numbers highlights why Indian budgets need to be more transparent




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Carbon: From Pollutant to Product | Moving Upstream

Most scientists consider carbon dioxide the primary culprit in climate change. But what if CO2 in the atmosphere could be converted from an invisible gas into products like bricks and shoes? WSJ’s Jason Bellini investigates. Image: Ryno Eksteen and Adele Morgan




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Mayday: Landlords Brace for Impact as More Tenants Can’t Pay Rent

Hundreds of thousands of renters may miss rent payments for May as the coronavirus crisis enters its third month in the U.S. For smaller landlords, that means facing their own financial crisis. WSJ’s Jason Bellini reports. Photo: Fadhila Hussein




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Brexit & Beyond: ECB Worries Over Economy Mount, But Stands Pat on Rates

MUST READS ECB Keeps Rates on Hold as Europe’s Outlook Darkens: European Central Bank President Mario Draghi opened the door to new stimulus measures as the bank stood pat on interest rates, warning that economic risks are mounting. Europe’s Political Funk Sets Back Its Economy: Europe seems stuck, its economic recovery running out of steam and its […]




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Money Tips for Tech-Millionaires

New-found tech wealth is great but there are some financial mistakes new millionaires should avoid. Dow Jones' Daisy Maxey reports. PHOTO: Getty




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Knight Line (Monday Crossword, May 4)

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Indian rival slams Uber's business model

Uber's top rival in India has some unsolicited advice for the U.S. startup: Go local.




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Opinion: Joe Biden, Al Franken and Democratic Double Standards

Main Street: Democrats learn the #MeToo standard is impossible to sustain without hypocrisy. Images: Bloomberg/EPA-EFE/Shutterstock/Zuma Press Composite: Mark Kelly




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Nepal COVID-19 tally reaches 16 after 2 more test positive

Two out of three members of a family, residing in Kathmandu, have tested positive for COVID-19 a month after they returned from the UK.The family underwent a Rapid Diagnostic Test on Monday when they showed traces of infection. They were then rushed to Patan Hospital and kept in isolation where they underwent PCR (Polymerase Chain Reaction) method for further confirmation.The Ministry of Health and Population said in a statement, "A family of three residing at Sun City Apartment of Pepsi Cola Town Planning were tested for COVID-19 on April 13 where two persons, a 58-year male, and an 81-year female were tested positive while undertaking RDT procedure and were further tested under the PCR procedure which also confirmed that they were positive for the virus,""Other people who are residing in that apartment also would be tested for the virus and the tracing also has been started for those who came in contact with them," the statement added.The apartment has been sealed off since Monday ..




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PM Modi, Palestinian President discuss COVID-19 challenges

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday held a telephonic conversation with President of Palestine Mahmoud Abbas and the two leaders discussed challenges posed by the COVID-19.As per an official release, "the two leaders discussed the challenges posed by the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, and apprised each other of the steps being taken in their respective countries to control the situation."Prime Minister Modi also appreciated the measures taken by Abbas' authorities to protect their population from the virus and assured all possible support from India for these efforts.The two leaders will stay in touch over various issues regarding the global pandemic. Palestine has so far reported 308 confirmed cases of coronavirus and two deaths so far.




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Pak clerics flout virus lockdown rules, say restrictions not applicable to mosques, congregational prayers

Defying all orders from the state to refrain from religious congregations to curb the spread of COVID-19, prominent ulemas and religious scholars from across Pakistan on Tuesday stated that the five daily prayers and the Friday prayers would be held in mosques. They, however, mentioned that all precautionary measures advised by the government will be implemented.The statement from the ulemas, cited by Dawn, comes as the government announced it would continue the lockdown imposed in light of the coronavirus outbreak, easing restrictions for some industries which it said were 'low-risk'.Authorities in all provinces had officially restricted congregations in mosques, including for Friday prayers, to five people or less for the past two weeks. However, several instances of violation of government orders, and confrontation with police trying to enforce these orders, have been reported since then.Speaking at a press conference after the meeting between representatives from the ...




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Japan Stocks shines on BOJ monetary policy easing

Total 32 issues of 33 industry category of Topix index were in positive territory, with Marine Transportation, Iron & Steel, Nonferrous Metals, Air Transportation, Electric Appliances, Real Estate, and Glass & Ceramics Products issues being notable gainers.




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US Stocks end mostly lower as a dismal ADP jobs report

The major averages finished the session on opposite sides of the unchanged line, as traders weighed optimism about some states reopening against some dismal employment data. The ADP jobs report showed that US companies lost 20.2 million jobs in April. The government's April jobs report is due Friday.