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Mandate favoured Mahagathbandhan but EC's result was in NDA's favour: Tejashwi Yadav

New Delhi, Nov 12 (ANI): Addressing a joint press conference in the national capital on November 12, Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman spoke on income-tax refunds. She said, "Rs 1,32,800 crore gone as income-tax refunds to nearly 39.7 lakh taxpayers." "Pradhan Mantri Rozgar Protsahan Yojana (PMRPY) was implemented up to 31.03.2019. It had covered all sectors and is expected to run for 3 years. So even if someone joined the scheme on 31.03.2019, they would be covered under that existing scheme from then three years. Up till today about Rs 8300 Crores have been disbursed to the beneficiaries. There are about 1,52,899 establishments which are covering 1,21,069 odd beneficiaries under PM Rozgar Protsahan Yojana. Aatmanirbhar Bharat Rozgar Yojana being launched to incentivise creation of new employment opportunities during COVID-19 recovery," FM added. “Every EPFO registered orgs - if they take in new employees or those who had lost jobs between March 1 and September 30 - these empl

Rs 1,32,800 crore gone as income-tax refunds to nearly 39.7 lakh taxpayers: FM Sitharaman

New Delhi, Nov 12 (ANI): Addressing a joint press conference in the national capital on November 12, Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman spoke on income-tax refunds. She said, "Rs 1,32,800 crore gone as income-tax refunds to nearly 39.7 lakh taxpayers." "Pradhan Mantri Rozgar Protsahan Yojana (PMRPY) was implemented up to 31.03.2019. It had covered all sectors and is expected to run for 3 years. So even if someone joined the scheme on 31.03.2019, they would be covered under that existing scheme from then three years. Up till today about Rs 8300 Crores have been disbursed to the beneficiaries. There are about 1,52,899 establishments which are covering 1,21,069 odd beneficiaries under PM Rozgar Protsahan Yojana. Aatmanirbhar Bharat Rozgar Yojana being launched to incentivise creation of new employment opportunities during COVID-19 recovery," FM added. “Every EPFO registered orgs - if they take in new employees or those who had lost jobs between March 1 and September 30 - these empl

1 killed after two groups of TMC clashed in WB's Durgapur

Durgapur (WB), Nov 12 (ANI): One person was killed after two groups of Trinamool Congress (TMC) clashed in West Bengal's Durgapur. The incident took place at around 10.30 pm in Andal town on November 11. TMC worker succumbed to a gunshot injury and two others were wounded. Police investigation is underway. Speaking to media, TMC leader, Bishun Dev Nonia said, "The incident took place around 10.30 pm last night. One party worker has succumbed to a gunshot injury and two others are injured. We urge police to investigate the matter."

Rs 1.52 lakh crore disbursed under Emergency Credit Liquidity Guarantee Scheme: FM Sitharaman

New Delhi, Nov 12 (ANI): Addressing a joint press conference in the national capital on November 12, Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman spoke about various schemes. She said, "Under the Emergency Credit Liquidity Guarantee Scheme, a total amount of Rs 2.05 lakh crore sanctioned to about 61 lakh borrowers, out of which Rs 1.52 lakh crore was disbursed." "Rs 7,227 crores have been disbursed under the Special Liquidity Scheme for NBFCs/HFCs," she added. "SBI Utsav cards being distributed, under the festival advance scheme announced on October 12. 11 states sanctioned Rs 3,621 crores as an interest-free loans towards capital expenditure," FM further stated.

Shivraj Chouhan virtually launches 'Roadmap to Aatmanirbhar Madhya Pradesh'

Bhopal (Madhya Pradesh), Nov 12 (ANI): Chief Minister of Madhya Pradesh, Shivraj Singh Chouhan virtually launched 'Roadmap to Aatmanirbhar Madhya Pradesh, 2023'. The event was held in Bhopal on November 12. The event was attended by the Chief Executive Officer of the NITI Aayog, Amitabh Kant. "After attaining the historic mandate in by-elections we are bound to try to fulfill the public's expectations without wasting time. To provide roads, electricity and water is the main focus of this roadmap. It's our attempt in pursuing Aatma Nirbhar Bharat vision," CM said.

Rs 25,000 crore disbursed to farmers through NABARD: FM

New Delhi, Nov 12 (ANI): Addressing a joint press conference in the national capital on November 12, Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman said through NABARD, Rs 25,000 crore was disbursed to farmers. She said, "Credit boost has been given to 2.5 crore farmers through Kisan Credit Cards (KCC), Rs 1.4 lakh crore has been distributed to farmers." "Rs 25,000 crores has been disbursed to farmers from Additional Emergency Working Capital Funding through NABARD," said FM Sitharaman.

RBI predicts likelihood of economy returning to positive growth in Q3: FM Sitharaman

New Delhi, Nov 12 (ANI): Addressing a joint press conference in the national capital on November 12, Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman spoke about predictions on Indian economy's trajectory in coming days. FM said, "I would like to announce a few new measures in the series of stimulus announcements we have been doing. Quite a few indicators showing a distinct recovery in the economy." "RBI predicts a strong likelihood of the Indian economy returning to positive growth in Q3:2020-21, ahead by a quarter of the earlier forecast," she added.

Work commenced on creating portal for migrant workers: FM Sitharaman

New Delhi, Nov 12 (ANI): Addressing a joint press conference in the national capital on November 12, Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman said that concerned ministries are working closely with the states to create online portals for migrant workers. She said, "There has been very good progress on 'One Nation-One Ration Card' in 28 states covering 68.6 crore beneficiaries." "Labour Ministry together with the Finance Ministry and other concerned ministries are working closely with the states, and the work has commenced on creating a portal for migrant workers," she added.

Meerut gets materials recovery facility for recycling waste

Meerut (UP), Nov 12 (ANI): First Materials Recovery Facility (MRF) center has been set-up in UP's Meerut division. Plant was set up by Kharkhoda Nagar Panchayat. Under this facility, waste is segregated and then treated for recycling. Collection of waste material is done on de-centralized method from ward to ward. Speaking to ANI, plant in-charge Saurabh Kumar Chaubey said, "Entire garbage from city area is brought here, segregated and then treated for recycling."

AIMIM's newly-elected Bihar MLAs meet Asaduddin Owaisi

Hyderabad, Nov 12 (ANI): The newly-elected five Bihar MLAs of All India Majlis-e-Ittehadul Muslimeen (AIMIM) met party chief Asaduddin Owaisi. They met him at his residence in Hyderabad on November 12. AIMIM won in five constituencies-Baisi, Amour, Kochadhaman, Bahadurganj and Jokihat in the Bihar Assembly elections. The party is expected to play a key role in the formation of the next government, having captured a sizeable number of seats in the state's Seemanchal region.

Amit Shah inaugurates border area 'Vikasotsava 2020' event at Tent City in Rann of Kutch

Kutch (Gujarat), Nov 12 (ANI): Union Home Minister Amit Shah inaugurated border area 'Vikasotsava 2020' event at Tent City in Rann of Kutch in Gujarat on November 12. Chief Minister of Gujarat, Vijay Rupani also attended the event. Shah will later interact with village heads of 3 border districts-Kutch, Banaskantha and Patan in Rann of Kutch.

Manoj Jha mocks Nitish Kumar over JD(U)'s performance in Bihar polls

Patna (Bihar), Nov 12 (ANI): Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD) leader Manoj Jha on November 12 berated Chief Minister of Bihar, Nitish Kumar over his party's performance in Bihar assembly elections. He said, "Public is indeed the master, but see the condition they've placed you in. You (Nitish Kumar) dream of becoming CM after getting 40 seats. If you analyse mandate, it's decisively against you. If you still get the post, only god knows how long will this illusion last?" In the recent Bihar Assembly elections, Nitish Kumar-led National Democratic Alliance (NDA) won majority, winning 125 seats in a closely contested election. CM Nitish's party Janata Dal United secured 43 seats and Bharatiya Janata Party won 74 seats.

Tariq Anwar admits Congress' poor performance let down Mahagathbandhan

Patna (Bihar), Nov 12 (ANI): Speaking to ANI in Patna on November 12, All India Congress Committee (AICC) General Secretary, Tariq Anwar spoke on Bihar election result in which the party managed to win only 19 seats out of 70 it contested. Anwar said, "Our performance was not as good as Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD) and Left. They performed way better than us. Had we performed like them, there would have been Mahagathbandhan government in Bihar." "People of Bihar wanted the same and had made up their mind for a change," he added. "We will hold discussions with our top leadership in Bihar, our election candidates and our District Congress Committees, and reach a conclusion. We will then inform the High Command," AICC General Secretary further stated.

'Don't burst, eat crackers', Bengaluru confectioner offers unique chocolates

Bengaluru, Nov 12 (ANI): Bengaluru-based confectioner has come up with unique cracker-shaped chocolates ahead of Diwali. Idea struck Priya Jain after several states banned use and sale of firecrackers. From 'anaar' to 'rockets', chocolates are available in different shapes and sizes to satiate sweet tooth. She is overwhelmed with response for her quirky chocolates as festival of lights nears.

'Chhath Puja not allowed on ghats due to COVID': Delhi Health Minister

New Delhi, Nov 12 (ANI): Briefing about the situation of pollution in Delhi on November 12, Health Minister Satyendar Jain informed that Delhi govt has decided to ban Chhath Puja rituals on ghats due to extant COVID-19 situation. "Delhi govt has decided to ban community Chhath Puja celebrations at Ghats to contain the spread of COVID-19," said Health Minister Jain.

Yamuna continues to exude toxic froth in Delhi

New Delhi, Nov 12 (ANI): Doubla whammy for Delhiites as thick layer of toxic foam floats on Yamuna River on November 12. Pollution has taken over skies as well as river in national capital. As per experts, t High phosphate content is said to be cause of 'toxic' foam following discharge of toxic industrial pollutants including detergents into the river. "We should do something about it, otherwise we will go into hell," said a local.

PM Narendra Modi's stern message to China, Pak on Ladakh, Kashmir as Xi, Imran listen

Coming face-to-face with President Xi Jinping of China and Pakistan Prime Minister Imran Khan, albeit virtually, for the first time since the Sino-India border row began in early May, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday delivered a stern message during his address at the SCO summit that there should be respect for sovereignty and territorial integrity among the nations. In his remarks during the virtual summit, Modi also hit out at those making repeated attempts to 'unnecessarily' bring bilateral issues to the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) in violation of the bloc's foundational principles, in an oblique reference to Pakistan raising the Kashmir issue in the past meetings of the eight-nation grouping.

Bihar election results: Key questions on Nitish, BJP and Tejashwi answered

Bihar election results 2020: The ruling NDA in Bihar is ahead of its rivals in more than half of the state's 243 assembly seats, with the BJP appearing set to outperform its senior alliance partner JD(U) headed by Chief Minister Nitish Kumar, according to trends available so far. So the obvious question that comes to mind is - will Nitish Kumar remain chief minister in case NDA wins Bihar polls? Business Standard's Aditi Phadnis explains the outcome of the elections and its impact on leaders, parties and also the state.

Ro-Pax ferry, Rs 614-cr projects: Modi's Diwali gift for Gujarat, Varanasi

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday inaugurated and laid the foundation stone of various development projects for Varanasi, including those related to agriculture, tourism and infrastructure. The total cost implication of these projects is Rs 614 crore, according to the Prime Minister's Office. Yesterday, he inaugurated a Ro-Pax ferry service between Hazira near Surat and Ghogha in Bhavnagar district. The service will reduce the 375-km road distance between Bhavnagar and Surat to 90-km by sea route, Modi said while flagging off the service via video conferencing.

Joe Biden, Kamala Harris's victory in US elections: Is it good for India?

Will Joe Biden be good for India? Well, Joe Biden has been a strong proponent of closer India-US ties since his days as a senator in the 1970s. He had played a key role in getting the approval of the Senate for the civil nuclear deal between the two countries in 2008 and even co-sponsored several legislations on countering terrorism. As Biden is set for a new inning as US President, we take a look at how this change is going to impact US-India relations in the future.