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Foreign brokerages say BJP’s lower-than-expected victory to delay tough reforms but expect policy continuity

Foreign Brokerages predict fiscal consistency with a populist twist under Modi 3.0




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Lt Gen Upendra Dwivedi appointed as next Chief of Army Staff

Lt. Gen Dwivedi brings extensive experience in military operations, technology integration, and strategic leadership, having served in various command and staff appointments throughout his illustrious 39-year career




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MoS Kirti Vardhan Singh heads to Kuwait amid fire tragedy, expects clarity upon arrival

The Indian Embassy in Kuwait has set up a helpline for family members, and Prime Minister Modi has announced an ex-gratia relief of ₹2 lakh for the families of deceased Indian nationals




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₹76,000-cr greenfield Vadhavan Port gets Cabinet nod

The greenfield port will be a key infra asset in IMEEEC project




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Consumer Affairs Ministry releases draft guidelines to curb pesky promotional calls, messages

Draft guidelines released by DoCA protect consumers from unsolicited and unwarranted communications business communication




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PM Modi pledges threefold effort and results in third term; appeals for responsible Opposition

Emphasising the increased responsibility following a significant electoral victory, Modi promised to work harder and achieve greater outcomes 




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Govt announces guidelines for funding testing facilities under National Green Hydrogen Mission

With a budget of ₹200 crore till FY26, the scheme aims to support the development of standards and regulatory frameworks in the Green Hydrogen sector.




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Two pre-Independence era acts to be re-enacted: Aircraft Act and Boilers Act get modern overhaul

In the upcoming Lok Sabha session, the Government will re-enact the Aircraft Act of 1934, introduce the Coffee Promotion Bill, and revamp the Indian Boilers Act of 1923 to modernise regulations and support the ‘Make in India’ initiative




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Budget 2024: ₹5,000 monthly internship allowance announced for 1 crore youth

Internship scheme aims to create job opportunities in top 500 companies over next five years




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Union Budget 2024-25: India slashes aid to Maldives, boosts support for Sri Lanka and Mauritius

Aid to the Maldives has been cut by 48%, reducing the grant from ₹770 crore to ₹400 crore, reflecting strained diplomatic ties following the election of pro-China President Mohamed Muizzu.




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Disaster management Bill tabled in LS; Opposition says Bill encroaches on States’ jurisdiction

Centre asserts that there is no interference in the rights of the States as disaster management is the first responsibility of the States.




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Govt set to bring in changes in banking laws

Amendments likely to raise number of nominees in a bank account to 4



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Paytm gets Finmin approval for downstream investment into its payment services arm 

PPSL will now resubmit application with RBI for Payment Aggregator licence



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A dozen industrial smart cities worth ₹28,602 cr get CCEA approval

Projects to be completed by 2027, attract investment of ₹1.5 lakh crore, general 10 lakh direct jobs, says Piyush Goyal




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Govt brings all citizens aged 70+ under Ayushman Bharat’s ₹5 lakh health scheme

India expands Ayushman Bharat to cover 6 crore senior citizens aged 70+ with ₹5 lakh free health insurance per family, at a total cost of ₹3,437 crore




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Ayushman Bharat scheme could see addition of more geriatric care packages: Health Ministry officials

Suggestions have been sought to increase the number of geriatric care packages under the health insurance scheme




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India and Brazil to collaborate on SAF, leverage biofuel expertise to decarbonise aviation

The joint statement emphasised collaboration in technology exchange, joint research, and development initiatives to optimize SAF production processes and create frameworks encouraging investment in SAF production.




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Wage ceilings likely to be hiked for EPS, EPF and ESIC: Labour Ministry sources

Talks are at an advanced stage to firm up the quantum of increase




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Parliamentary panel expresses concern over CCI budget cuts

Panel seeks updates on pending competition cases, CCI’s backlog, and progress of the Draft Digital Competition Bill targeting the digital market




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Invoice Management System may add compliance for GST assesses, say tax experts

First GSTR-2B based on IMS to be generated for October on November 14.




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Family pension in case of two widows to be paid after deciding legality of second marriage

Existing rule says ‘widow’ or ‘widower’ shall mean a spouse, legally wedded to deceased government servant or pensioners.




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No merger of 50% DA into basic, as finance ministry issues order payment for 53% DA

DA to central government employees was enhanced from 50 per cent to 53 per cent of the basic pay with effect from July 1, 2024




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Govt proposes 15-year PPA for FDRE projects with battery storage

The Power Ministry seeks stakeholder feedback on amendments




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Aviation Minister proposes over 50 helicopter emergency medical units along highways

This initiative aims to enhance rapid medical assistance, particularly in remote areas, and align with global healthcare standards




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GoI invites proposals for establishing Centres of Excellence under Green Hydrogen Mission

This initiative, launched by the Ministry of New and Renewable Energy, aims to position India as a global leader in Green Hydrogen technologies by enhancing research in production, storage, and utilization




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Vehicle scrappage policy receives lukewarm response: Auto dealers

State incentives boost scrappage uptake, but space limitations hinder progress




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Tata’s gamechanger is here!

Tata.ev has announced its first all-electric platform, to debut with the upcoming Punch.ev




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Bigger and better

Can the refreshed Mercedes-Benz GLS be your premium, full-sized SUV of choice?




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Mercedes Benz G 400d: G for Genius

Marketing genius or actual all-around greatness? The G-Class is back in a new variant, but is Mercedes-Benz playing a touch too smart with it?




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Mid-tier exuberance: Range Rover Velar

Land Rover’s straightforward segmentation puts its mid-tier Velar in the spotlight




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Range-Topper

The Bajaj Pulsar NS400Z is the biggest-engined Pulsar, but is it any good?




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Renault Kiger 2024 Review: Compact SUV’s pricing, performance and features explained

Renault’s sub-four-metre Kiger is refreshed with added vigour for 2024




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Charged-Up

Based on the GLA, the Mercedes-Benz EQA drives in as the most affordable all-electric offering from the brand




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C(3)oming of age

Two years after its Indian arrival, the Citröen C3 seems to have settled down




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Range Topper

Now locally assembled, the uber-luxurious Range Rover offers better value than ever




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Windsor of change

With a great price tag backed by a unique battery-as-a-service plan, can the MG Windsor win Indian customers?




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Special puja at Kamala Harris' ancestral village for her win in US Prez polls




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Tamil Nadu Artificial Intelligence Mission to focus on research, developing AI-driven governance




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'Sad & dejected': Pall of gloom over Kamala Harris's ancestral village in TN after electoral defeat




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Fish, meat, and vegetable prices skyrocket in Kolkata on eve of Bhai Dooj




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Bengal govt to bring exams in medical colleges under CCTV surveillance, live-streaming




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ModaXL 200 mg Review - Dosage, Interactions, Side Effects (Full Guide)

Want to order ModaXL 200 mg in 2024? Read this guide and learn more about the smart drug ModaXL. Safety, correct dosages, possible side effects, best places to buy the nootropic and much more in this helpful review.




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Diwali 2024: How to get rid of acidity, bloating, constipation post Diwali binge?

Here are some natural ways to help ease digestive discomfort post-Diwali.




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Shah Rukh Khan feels breathless after quitting smoking: Know withdrawal symptoms, how to manage them

Quitting smoking is a major accomplishment, but it can come with withdrawal symptoms that vary in intensity and duration based on the individual and how long they smoked.




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Inherited genetic factors may predict the pattern of X chromosome loss in older women

An NCI study explores the causes and effects of a phenomenon known as mosaic loss of chromosome X, or mLOX, which may lead to several health conditions, including cancer.




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Combination targeted treatment produces lasting remissions in people with resistant aggressive B-cell lymphoma

More than half of clinical trial participants treated with venetoclax, ibrutinib, prednisone, obinutuzumab, and lenalidomide (ViPOR) had substantial tumor shrinkage. Of those, 38% had tumors that disappeared completely.




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NIH study links neighborhood environment to prostate cancer risk in men with West African genetic ancestry

A new study suggests, for men with West African genetic ancestry, living in a disadvantaged neighborhood was associated with a higher risk of prostate cancer. The researchers posit that chronic stress—such as from racial profiling, housing discrimination, and exposure to violence—may be a possible driver.




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Immunotherapy after surgery helps people with high-risk bladder cancer live cancer-free longer

An NCI trial shows that giving patients pembrolizumab after surgery for high-risk muscle invasive bladder cancer doubles the median length of time that they remain cancer free, compared with observation alone after surgery.




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Data | World’s largest producer of milk hits a dry patch

Milk prices are ruling high as supply is constrained by lumpy skin disease and high fodder costs




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Land-for-jobs case: CBI gets more time to file supplementary charge sheet

In return for appointments In lieu of getting the candidates appointed in the Railways, Yadav got lands owned by candidates transferred in the names of his wife Devi’s and daughter Bharti’s names for much less than the prevailing market rates