Highlights: Wad of currency notes recovered from Abhishek Manu Singhvi's seat; Dhankhar orders probe

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Currency notes were found during the checking from Member of Parliament (MP) Dr Abhishek Manu Singhvi's seat in Rajya Sabha on Thursday (December 5). The wad of currency notes was recovered from seat number 222 by the security officials yesterday. Rajya Sabha Chairman Jagdeep Dhankhar said, "I here by inform the members that during the routine anti-sabotage check of the chamber after the adjournment of the House yesterday. Apparently, a wad of currency notes was recovered by the security officials from seat number 222 which is presently allotted to Abhishek Manu Singhvi, elected from the state of Telangana.. The matter was brought to my notice, and I made sure an investigation takes place and the same is underway."  Protesting farmers have planned a massive march to the national capital on Friday. Regarding the security arrangements, the Delhi Police on Thursday stated that all preparations to maintain law and order have been made and that they are ready to tackle any situation arising at the Singhu border. They added that no extra security deployment has been made at the border.  French President Emmanuel Macron vowed to continue his five-year mandate despite the recent no-confidence vote that led to the resignation of Prime Minister Michel Barnier. Macron also emphasised his responsibility to ensure the continuity of the state, the proper functioning of institutions, and the protection of the French people.  Delhi's air quality improves to the 'Moderate' category, with the Air Quality Index (AQI) recorded at 183 this morning. Truck-mounted water sprinkler sprayed tiny droplets of water in an effort to mitigate the effects of air pollution.      

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Cabinet approves 28 new Navodaya Vidyalayas across India

The Union Cabinet on Friday approved the establishment of 28 new Navodaya Vidyalayas (NVs) in districts that are currently not covered by the Navodaya Vidyalaya Scheme.

According to Government of India this initiative is with the aim,"to provide good quality modern education-including a strong component of culture, inculcation of values, awareness of the environment, adventure activities and physical education- to the talented children predominantly from the rural areas without regard to their family's socio-economic condition."

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Delhi's air quality nears poor' category

Delhi's air quality inched closer to the poor' category on Friday, with forecasts suggesting similar conditions could persist over the weekend.

Meanwhile, residents experienced a winter chill during the early hours and evenings with cold winds, while the daytime remained mostly clear and sunny.

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Meghalaya offers potential not only for high-value tourism but also agri-based industries: CM Conrad K Sangma

Meghalaya Chief Minister Conrad K. Sangma stated that Meghalaya, with its diverse agro-climatic zones, holds significant potential not only for high-value tourism but also for various agri-based industries.

He was speaking at the second Climate Investments and Technology Impact Summit held at Meghalaya House, New Delhi, on December 5.

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Himachal CM Sukhu unveils Rs 800 crore drone stations for disaster management

In a pioneering move, Himachal Pradesh Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu has announced the establishment of drone stations across the state to revolutionise disaster management.

Speaking on the occasion of the 62nd Raising Day of the Home Guards, CM Sukhu emphasised the importance of adopting modern technology to bolster disaster response mechanisms amidst the growing challenges of climate change.

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Vijay Krishnamurthy takes charge as MD & CEO of India INX

Leading stock exchange BSE on Friday said that Vijay Krishnamurthy has taken charge as the Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer (MD & CEO) of India International Exchange (IFSC) Ltd (India INX). India INX, a subsidiary of BSE Ltd, commenced its trading activities on January 16, 2017, and is India's first international exchange set up at GIFT City in Gujarat.

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Delhi court sends AAP MLA Naresh Balyan to police custody in MCOCA case

A Delhi court on Friday sent AAP's Uttam Nagar MLA Naresh Balyan to police custody till December 13 in a case related to alleged organised crimes. Special judge Kaveri Baweja sent Balyan to the custody on a plea filed by police, seeking his custody to interrogate him in the case lodged under stringent Maharashtra Control of Organised Crime Act (MCOCA).

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Gujarat CM inaugurates Rabi season agri-festival; bats for natural farming

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Laws required to end toxic work culture in pvt sector, says TMC MP Saket Gokhale in RS

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Raising the issue during Zero Hour in the Rajya Sabha, Gokhale referred to the deaths of Anna Sebastian, who allegedly died due to extreme work pressure, and Satish Nandgaonkar, a journalist who suffered a heart attack, allegedly due to a toxic work environment.

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Farmers suspend march for day after 'jatha' stopped at Shambhu border, police fire tear gas shells

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Earlier in the day, a 'jatha' of 101 farmers began to march towards the national capital from their protest site at the Shambhu border but was stopped a few metres away by multilayered barricading erected by Haryana security personnel.

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Indian Navy all set to commission INS Tushil at Russia's Kaliningrad on December 9

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INS Tushil is an upgraded Krivak III class frigates of the Project 1135.6, of which six are already in service - three Talwar class ships, built at Baltisky shipyard, St. Petersburg, and three follow-on Teg class ships, built at Yantar shipyard, Kaliningrad.

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ICAI takes disciplinary action in 172 cases in over 6 months

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Eight dead as bus hits water tanker on Agra-Lucknow Expressway in UP's Kannauj

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LG Electronics India files draft papers for sale of 10.2 crore shares through an initial public offering

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Dabur faces Rs 4.42 cr customs penalty, vows to contest in appellate court

Dabur India has been issued a tax demand of Rs 4.42 crore by the Commissioner of Customs (Prev.), Patna, the FMCG company said in an exchange filing.

 

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'No shocks ahead': Devendra Fadnavis assures stability after taking oath

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