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In New York, a cohort of debt-relief activists and US state politicians are pushing for a more-permanent solution: a law that would overhaul the process of restructuring sovereign debt

The frantic push to solve sovereign debt crises irks Wall Street

Bloomberg

Shravan Goli, Coursera

Firm's COO also said that India is one of Coursera's fastest-growing markets and is critical to the edtech giant's global strategy

Rise of Generative AI impacting people across jobs: Coursera's Shravan Goli

Business Standard

Women workers at one  of the facilities segregating waste

Section 51 of the Act prescribes that no adult worker shall be required or allowed to work in a factory for more than 48 hours in any week

Share of women working overtime in factories at 11-year high in 2019

Vande Bharat Express

Prime Minister Narendra Modi will flag off Assam's first Vande Bharat Express at 12 noon on Monday via video-conferencing, according to a statement issued by the the Prime Minister's Office (PMO).
The state-of-the-art train will provide the people of the region the means to travel with speed and comfort. It will also boost tourism in the region, the statement said.
Connecting Guwahati with New Jalpaiguri, the train will help save about an hour of journey time, compared to the current fastest train connecting the two places. Vande Bharat will cover the journey in five-and-a-half hours, while the current fastest train takes about six-and-a-half hours to cover the distance.
Modi will also dedicate 182 route kilometres of newly-electrified sections. This will help provide pollution-free transportation with trains running at a higher speed and reduced running time. It will also open the doors for trains running on electric traction to enter Meghalaya.
The prime minister will inaugurate 

Prime Minister Narendra Modi will flag off Assam's first Vande Bharat Express at 12 noon on Monday via video-conferencing, according to a statement issued by the the Prime Minister's Office (PMO).

PM Modi to inaugurate Assam's first Vande Bharat Express on Monday

Press Trust of India

Pralhad Joshi

Parliamentary Affairs Minister Pralhad Joshi slammed the Opposition parties' boycott of the new Parliament building inauguration and said that Congress cannot tolerate good things happening

Congress cannot tolerate good things...: Pralhad Joshi slams Oppn parties

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Mild tremors were felt in parts of Punjab and Haryana after a 5.2 magnitude earthquake struck Afghanistan on Sunday.
The tremors, which lasted for a few seconds, occurred around 11:20 am, seismologists said.
"The tremors were mild. I felt a jolt as the tremors lasted for a couple of seconds," said Ajay Kumar, a resident of Chandigarh.
On the night of March 21, strong tremors had jolted most parts of Punjab and Haryana after an earthquake of magnitude 6.6 struck the Hindu Kush region in Afghanistan, causing people to rush out of buildings.

Mild tremors were felt in parts of Punjab and Haryana after a 5.2 magnitude earthquake struck Afghanistan on Sunday.

Mild tremors in parts of Punjab, Haryana as 5.2 quake hits Afghanistan

Sakshi Malik wins maiden CWG Gold at Commonwealth Games 2022. Source: IANS

Olympian wrestlers Bajrang Punia, Sakshi Malik and Vinesh Phogat have been taken to three different locations in the city by the Delhi Police after they were detained while trying to march

'PM was busy posing for photos when we were getting thrashed': Sakshi Malik

IANS

Delhi Health Minister Saurabh Bhardwaj. (Photo: PTI)

Saurabh Bhardwaj

Delhi Minister Saurabh Bhardwaj on Sunday said that the new Parliament House has been constructed by burying the Constitution of India

Parliament building constructed by burying Constitution: Saurabh Bhardwaj

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The Punjab government's 'anti-corruption action line' has received close to 8,000 complaints since March 2022, an official statement said on Sunday.
Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann launched the helpline number in March 2022 that allows people to upload video/audio proof of officials asking for bribes or indulging in malpractices.
The Punjab Vigilance Bureau (VB), in its relentless pursuit of eradicating corruption, has made remarkable progress in its recent anti-corruption campaign, said an official statement.
"From March 23, 2022, to the present date, the chief minister's anti-corruption action line (ACAL) has received a staggering 7,939 complaints accompanied by necessary evidence, signifying the unwavering commitment of the Punjab government to promote transparency and accountability in public administration," said the statement issued here.
A spokesperson of the bureau said it is fully dedicated to its mission of eradicating corruption and encourages citizens to continue utilising

The Punjab government's 'anti-corruption action line' has received close to 8,000 complaints since March 2022, an official statement said on Sunday.

Punjab govt's anti-corruption helpline receives close to 8,000 complaints

US flag, US, united states

Less than two months after he pleaded guilty to storming the US Capitol, Texas resident Daniel Goodwyn appeared on Tucker Carlson's then-Fox News show and promoted a website where supporters could donate money to Goodwyn and other rioters whom the site called political prisoners.
The Justice Department now wants Goodwyn to give up more than USD 25,000 he raised  a clawback that is part of a growing effort by the government to prevent rioters from being able to personally profit from participating in the attack that shook the foundations of American democracy.
An Associated Press review of court records shows that prosecutors in the more than 1,000 of the January 6, 2021, criminal cases are increasingly asking judges to impose fines on top of prison sentences to offset donations from supporters of the Capitol rioters.
Dozens of defendants have set up online fundraising appeals for help with legal fees, and prosecutors acknowledge there's nothing wrong with asking for help for attorne

Less than two months after he pleaded guilty to storming the US Capitol, Texas resident Daniel Goodwyn appeared on Tucker Carlson's then-Fox News show and promoted a website where supporters could donate money to Goodwyn and other rioters whom the site called political prisoners.

Govt tries to claw back money so Jan 6 rioters don't profit from appeals

From US to Australia, investors from 21 nations get angeltax exemption. Watch the video to dive into the details and explore what exactly this angel tax is all about.

21 nations get angel tax exemption. Here’s what this means

21 nations get angel tax exemption. Here's what this means

The Narendra Modi government completes 9 years in power. Here's a look at major events in these 9 years.

9 Years of PM Modi | A look at the major events

Did you know RBI under Raghuram Rajan floated the idea of introducing Rs 5,000 and Rs 10,000 notes in 2014?
Watch the video to know the tale of inflation, demonetisation, and counterfeiting concerns.

RBI's Rs 10,000 note proposal: Inflation, demonetisation, and counterfeiting worries

If you think 2000 rupee note was the highest denomination of Indian currency, time to get your facts checked! Watch the video to know more

Don’t miss | Rs 2000 was not the highest denomination note in India

Don't miss | Rs 2000 was not the highest denomination note in India

Lava debuts MediaTek Dimensity 7050 system-on-chip in India with the launch of Agni 2 5G smartphone.

Lava Agni 2 5G: Unboxing & hands-on | Best phone in sub-Rs 25,000 segment?

Rahul Gandhi takes a late-night truck rides to interact with truck drivers. Watch the video to know more.

Rahul Gandhi's late-night truck talk with drivers

Now you can get your 2000 rupee notes exchanged from banks till September 30, 2023. Watch the video to know the rules and more

Must watch | How to get your Rs 2000 note exchanged | Important rules

Business Standard brings to you an Insight Out discussion on navigating risk and building resilience to potential adverse scenarios in the financial sector

Insights on building resilience in uncertain times

Indian Navy's latest indigenous guided missile destroyer INS Mormugao successfully carried out engagement of sea skimming supersonic target.

Watch: Indian Navy's INS Mormugao intercepts sea-skimming supersonic target

To get a sense of what does the public think of the recent RBI announcement Business Standard spoke to Delhi-NCR people. Watch the video to know what they said.

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