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True genius: President Murmu, PM Modi, others condole Zakir Hussain's death

Expressing grief at his death, Modi said he brought tabla to the global stage, captivating millions with his unparalleled rhythm. Through this, he seamlessly blended Indian classical traditions

Circular economy may create over 10 mn jobs by 2050: Amitabh Kant

Kant said the circular economy can be a driver of growth, and this transition not only promises cost savings but also positions India to capitalise on the global circular economy market

LIC's unclaimed maturity amounts at Rs 881 cr in FY24: Govt tells LS

During the previous year, the amount worth Rs 815.04 crore belonging to 373,329 policyholders remained unclaimed

7.3 million smart meters installed across country till Nov: Govt tells RS

As per the data shared in the Parliament on Monday, around 7.3 million smart prepaid meters have been installed till November 29 in various states under the RDSS scheme

Opposition slams govt over slow growth, high inflation, job crisis

Through the first batch of Supplementary Demands for Grants, the government is seeking Lok Sabha's nod for additional net expenditure of Rs 44,143 crore in the current fiscal, mainly on account

Pakistan's central bank cuts key policy rate by 200 basis points to 13%

The State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) announced that its Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) decided to cut the policy rate by 200 bps to 13 per cent, effective from December 17, 2024

Cong raises conflict of interest allegations against Sebi chief in LS

Venugopal said between 2017-2024, Buch allegedly received over Rs 16.4 crore from ICICI bank while serving as a Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) official regulating that bank

Laxmi Dental secures Sebi approval to raise funds by launching IPO

The proposed IPO is a combination of a fresh issue of equity shares worth Rs 150 crore and an offer for sale (OFS) of 12.8 million shares by promoters and other shareholders

India has 1,065 dams 50-100 years old, 224 are hundred plus: Govt

According to the National Register of Large Dams (NRLD-2023 edition), compiled jointly by the National Dam Safety Authority (NDSA) and CWC, there are 6,138 constructed and 143 under construction dams

Over 1.7 mn opt for higher pension on more contribution under 'EPS-95'

Presently, these applicants are either contributing or contributed on fixed threshold of Rs 15,000 per month, irrespective of their higher actual basic wages

Magenta Mobility to add 10,000 EVs over next FY; to expand to new cities

The company has launched interstate services across key corridors, including Rajasthan-Haryana-Delhi, spanning over 180 kilometres, and Delhi-Haryana-UP, covering more than 140 kilometres

Parliamentary panel highlights gaps in medical radiation device testing

The report also highlighted the limited geographical spread of NTH testing facilities, which are currently concentrated in only six cities: Ghaziabad, Kolkata, Bengaluru, Jaipur, Guwahati, and Mumbai

J&K LG Manoj Sinha urges students to eliminate complacency for growth

He urged teachers to nurture students' creativity and move beyond past constraints to help them shape original ideas and surpass the accomplishments of 20th century scientists

72% of urban wastewater flows into rivers, lakes, land untreated: Report

The Jal Shakti Ministry has mandated that cities must recycle and reuse at least 20 per cent of the water they consume

Loan worth Rs 13,422 cr given to street vendors under PM SVANidhi scheme

The minister said that no fraud-related complaints have been received against the agencies or companies disbursing loans under the Prime Minister Street Vendor's AtmaNirbhar Nidhi (SVANidhi) scheme

President Murmu highlights need to expand trade between India, Armenia

During a meeting with a parliamentary delegation from Armenia, she noted the close cooperation between the two countries at global multilateral fora

House panel criticises govt for missing FCI godown construction target

The committee also expressed concern over the lack of progress made in the construction of godowns in the northeastern region and said the reasons like delay in land acquisition from the state gov

Amazon, Flipkart plea on CCI probe order should transfer to K'taka HC: SC

The top court, however, asked the Karnataka High Court not to proceed with the hearing on the petitions filed by e-commerce giants

Waqf issue: BJP seeks CBI inquiry into bribery charge against Vijayendra

Kharge had alleged that Vijayendra, who is also the Shikaripura BJL MLA, offered Rs 150 crore to Manippadi, a BJP member

Govt will curb manufacturing, sale of counterfeit medicines in UP: CM Yogi

Chief minister said the Food Safety and Drug Administration department has conducted a total of 24,492 enforcement actions