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Modi paid ₹12,000 for hemp slippers for priests, says Jai Ram Thakur
After sending the bills, an amount of ₹12,000 was transferred into the bank accounts of the SHGs from the prime minister's account, Thakur said, adding that he was moved by Modi's gesture
 "Modi paid ₹12,000 for hemp slippers for priests, says Jai Ram Thakur")
19 sexual harassment cases reported in colleges, univ in Odisha: Minister
In all, 19 sexual harassment complaints have been filed in different colleges and universities across the state in 2024, Higher Education Minister Suryabanshi Suraj informed the Assembly on Friday.
 "19 sexual harassment cases reported in colleges, univ in Odisha: Minister")
CM Rekha Gupta hails DUSU poll winners, promises support from Delhi govt
Reflecting on her own experience in student politics, CM Rekha Gupta added, "I am proud that I, too, lived and learned these values as the president of the Delhi University Students' Union
 "CM Rekha Gupta hails DUSU poll winners, promises support from Delhi govt")
US revokes visas of Indian corporate leaders over drug links: Embassy
The US embassy in New Delhi confirmed it has revoked and denied visas of Indian executives accused of trafficking fentanyl precursors
 "US revokes visas of Indian corporate leaders over drug links: Embassy")
Greek PM dials Modi, extends support for early conclusion of India-EU FTA
Modi and Mitsotakis also took stock of bilateral ties between India and Greece, especially in areas of trade, investment and defence
 "Greek PM dials Modi, extends support for early conclusion of India-EU FTA")
Tech Wrap Sept 19: iPhone 17 series sale, Amazfit T-Rex 3, Gaming Copilot
iPhone 17 series now on sale in India. Amazfit T-Rex 3 Pro launched. Microsoft Gaming Copilot AI rolling out on PCs. Nothing Ear 3 launched. Google allows Gem sharing on Gemini app
PKL 2025 live streaming: September 19 match list, timings, telecast details
The live streaming of the PKL 2025 September 19 matches will be available on the JioHotstar app and website in India
CDSCO flags 3 spurious drugs, 94 not of standard quality in August
CDSCO flagged three spurious drugs, including Pan D, Pan 40 and diazepam injection, and listed 94 medicines as not of standard quality in its August 2025 surveillance update
 "CDSCO flags 3 spurious drugs, 94 not of standard quality in August")
Samsung announces price drop on select models: Galaxy S24 Ultra at ₹71,999
The Galaxy S24 Ultra, S24, and S24 FE headline Samsung's festive price cuts, with discounts going up to 50 per cent. Offers are also extended to select models of Galaxy A, M, and F series
 "Samsung announces price drop on select models: Galaxy S24 Ultra at ₹71,999")
Odisha approves 25 new projects to be built at a cost of ₹4,739 crore
The projects were approved during the State Level Single Window Clearance Authority (SLSWCA) meeting chaired by Chief Secretary Manoj Ahuja
 "Odisha approves 25 new projects to be built at a cost of ₹4,739 crore")
Reliance Infra & Power distance themselves from CBI case on Anil Ambani
The CBI has filed chargesheets alleging fraudulent transactions between Anil Ambani's group companies (RCFL and RHFL), Yes Bank, and companies linked to the family of former Yes Bank chief Rana Kapoor
 "Reliance Infra & Power distance themselves from CBI case on Anil Ambani")
India's forex reserves rise by $4.7 billion to reach $702.97 billion
For the week ended September 5, foreign currency assets, a major component of the reserves, increased USD 2.537 billion to USD 587.014 billion, the data released on Friday showed
 "India's forex reserves rise by $4.7 billion to reach $702.97 billion")
Non-life insurers report single digit growth in premiums in FY26 so far
General insurance premiums as well as those for standalone health insurers reported single-digit growth in the April-August period of FY26
 "Non-life insurers report single digit growth in premiums in FY26 so far")
Hindustan Copper, Oil India sign pact for critical mineral exploration
The development comes at a time when the country is prioritising domestic production to reduce import dependency on China
 "Hindustan Copper, Oil India sign pact for critical mineral exploration")
Only 2 in 10 consumers felt GST rate cut benefits in 2018-19, shows survey
Only 18 per cent of consumers say GST rate cuts in 2018-19 reached them; half blame brands and retailers for not reducing MRPs, while 78 per cent demand strict enforcement to pass on benefits
 "Only 2 in 10 consumers felt GST rate cut benefits in 2018-19, shows survey")
Japan's R&I upgrades India's currency rating to BBB+; outlook stable
R&I upgrade comes as RBI rate cuts, GST revamp and resilient domestic demand boost confidence in India's economic outlook
 "Japan's R&I upgrades India's currency rating to BBB+; outlook stable")
Sebi, RBI discuss steps to boost trading in corporate bond derivatives
Speaking at the ASSOCHAM National Council for Corporate Bonds, Narayan said, "Corporate bond index derivatives trading is another frontier in this regard
 "Sebi, RBI discuss steps to boost trading in corporate bond derivatives")
Understanding magnesium deficiency: Signs, causes and solutions
Low magnesium can cause muscle cramps, fatigue, poor sleep as well as heart problems, yet many overlook the signs
 "Understanding magnesium deficiency: Signs, causes and solutions")
Indian H-1B holder overstays 60-day grace rule, faces ban: What to know
An Indian H-1B visa holder overstayed after misjudging US rules, sparking warnings for professionals about the strict 60-day grace period and entry checks
 "Indian H-1B holder overstays 60-day grace rule, faces ban: What to know")
Germany waives visa fees for Indian students: How Gratis visa works
Indian students can now travel to Germany for short-term academic programmes without paying visa fees, under a new agreement between the two countries
 "Germany waives visa fees for Indian students: How Gratis visa works")