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Indian men's hockey team starts Commonwealth Games 2022 campaign with 11-0 win over Ghana

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India continued their relentless attack as they scored as many as four goals in the last 10 minutes of the third quarter. from News-Economic Times https://ift.tt/hai84VN via IFTTT

'India Key Growth Market for Alvarez and Marsal'

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Five years ago, restructuring was 40% of the A&M India business, and currently it is at 20%. Services like performance improvement for corporates and private equity are now 40% of the local business, and the transaction practice too - including operational and commercial due diligence - is growing at a healthy clip," said Vikram Uttam Singh, country leader for A&M India. from News-Economic Times https://ift.tt/KUyIibv via IFTTT

R-Capital Bidders Seek Extension of Deadline to Submit Resolution Plan

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Few bidders, including Piramal, Torrent, Oaktree and IndusInd Bank, have written to the administrator seeking deadline extension from existing August 10 to September 15. from News-Economic Times https://ift.tt/4CvISYi via IFTTT

Companies recalibrating growth targets in volatile business environment

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"For categories where commodity inflation is fluctuating rapidly, we are following on-the-spot strategies, unlike the case earlier," Coca-Cola India president Sanket Ray said. "Our cycles are focused on short-planning cycles, which are broken down into quarters. We have to keep space to account for volatility in demand. The system has to be agile enough in supply chain and commodity planning to take uncertainties into play." from News-Economic Times https://ift.tt/ZhJkFdf via IFTTT

India to roll out red carpet for Maldives President Ibu Solih

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The second official visit by Solih since his election in 2018 will focus on connectivity, maritime security, trade, and economic and tourism cooperation, officials said. from News-Economic Times https://ift.tt/NHVGiO2 via IFTTT

EPFO defers equity investment cap hike

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The CBT approved face authentication technology for digital life certificates, cleared a new central payment system for pensioners, and proposed a detailed legal framework to minimise litigation, they said. from News-Economic Times https://ift.tt/MgC6NtI via IFTTT

Commonwealth Games 2022 News Updates Live: India's medal rush continues as Bindyarani Devi clinches weightlifting silver

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Winning Cup

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​​“It will be a sustainable and cost-effective alter- native,” says Dr Veena V, deputy direc- tor of the Rashtriya Bal Swasthya Yojana, who is also in-charge of the Shuchi Scheme to distribute sanitary pads. She admits it won’t be easy: “Mothers will need to be made aware first, so that they can encourage their daughters.” If successful, the pilot will be expanded across districts and, pos- sibly, age groups. If more states join in, it could be a game-changer. What might help the cup in its jour- ney is that successful users inevitably become its strong advocates. Mahajan says their study showed that peer refer- ence was a big factor. from News-Economic Times https://ift.tt/K5aT9Gi via IFTTT

View: Getting 'Public Private Partnership' model right is not easy

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Now, PPP is back in the reckoning. 100% of the National Monetisation Pipeline target of Rs 6 trillion and 40% of the National Infrastructure Pipeline target of Rs 111 trillion is expected to be funded under PPP formats. That targets about Rs 50 trillion of private capital over the next five years. from News-Economic Times https://ift.tt/fGFu0WN via IFTTT

Bombay High Court directs collector to remove 48 structures near airport

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​​The division bench of Chief Justice Dipankar Datta and Justice MS Karnik, in its four-page order, has directed the collector to comply with the orders of the Director General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) and to file an affidavit by August 19 listing out steps taken to raze the structures. The court will hear the matter further on August 22. from News-Economic Times https://ift.tt/JrPtmyg via IFTTT

Karvy Scam: ED attaches assets worth ₹110 crore under PMLA

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The money-laundering case was filed based on FIRs by the Hyderabad Police on the complaints of lending banks who alleged the Karvy Group had availed large amounts of loans by illegally pledging their clients' shares worth about ₹2,800 crore and the said loans have become non-performing asset (NPA) after the release of the client's securities as per the orders of NSE and Sebi. from News-Economic Times https://ift.tt/iKZueFM via IFTTT

PFI should be banned, has indulged in anti-national activities: Karnataka CM Bommai

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Aimed to rehabilitate Agniveers After stint in the armed forces

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As many as 18 organisations under the armed forces have shown interest in getting dual recognition for their own internal skills qualifications so far, ET has learnt. The first movers are line directorates of the Army - Regiment of Artillery, Armoured Corps, Corps of Electronics & Mechanical Engineering and Corps of Engineers. The four have already submitted over 300 qualifications for approval and alignment with the skilling framework. from News-Economic Times https://ift.tt/juGElPw via IFTTT

Left Wing Violence, Security Vacuum Areas at All-time Low

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At the heart of the crackdown has been an offensive strategy of the forces operating under Home Minister Amit Shah to reduce the number of 'security vacuum' areas where there was earlier little or no government presence. People involved in the planning of operations assess that of the over 4,000 sq km of LWE infested areas of South Bastar and Sukma where forces could not operate in the past, over three fourths have been cleared. Officials said that 108 new camps have been set up in LWE affected states since 2019. from News-Economic Times https://ift.tt/mQfJwib via IFTTT

India beat West Indies by 68 runs in first T20

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For West Indies, Alazarri Joseph had best figures of 2 for 46 while left-arm spinner Akeal Hosein was the most economical, giving away only 14 runs in 4 overs with a wicket in his kitty. from News-Economic Times https://ift.tt/VHZxWBi via IFTTT

UP's Vikas Dubey encounter inquiry panel slams 'judicial indiscretion'

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The commission noted another instance when the HC passed a 'cryptic' order on April 30, 2008, refusing to grant leave to appeal filed by the UP government. The state had filed an appeal against the acquittal of Dubey in another murder case in which he had allegedly murdered an individual inside a police station. The panel said that the government advocate argued the appeal "in a most reckless and casual manner" from News-Economic Times https://ift.tt/uLZxRs6 via IFTTT

Amit Shah: New NEP Will Root Students in Indian Ethos

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"The purpose of education is to develop character, empathy, courage and prepare students to deal with the challenges of life. Education can enable India to reach the pinnacle of success. Society is looking up to us with expectations and hope to make it happen. Our educational aspiration is not only for earning degrees and certificates but also to achieve global good... Purpose of NEP is to develop citizens who combine national pride with global good with the spirit of Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam," Shah said. from News-Economic Times https://ift.tt/XgVGPtn via IFTTT

HC seeks details of probe into 'custodial killings' in Assam

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​​Hearing a public interest litigation, a division bench of Chief Justice RM Chhaya and Justice Soumitra Saikia asked the state to submit whether guidelines issued by the SC for investigation into encounter cases have been followed. The court gave 60 days to the state to file the details. The matter has been listed for the next hearing on September 29. from News-Economic Times https://ift.tt/D6FVdsX via IFTTT

Exporters explore ways to absorb rupee shock amid high global inflation

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Jewellery exporters are opting to manufacture light weight ornaments while engineering goods manufacturers are scouting for cheaper Indian coal and coke. Carpet exporters are exploring ways to mix imported and local dyes to cushion the impact of expensive imports. from News-Economic Times https://ift.tt/VuTFeOa via IFTTT

Confident athletes will give their best: PM Modi wishes Indian contingent for CWG

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"Best wishes to the Indian contingent at the start of the 2022 CWG in Birmingham," PM Modi tweeted. from News-Economic Times https://ift.tt/eEqCFiQ via IFTTT

Focus is On Payments and Lending Products: Paytm

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"We have sharpened our focus on payments and distribution of lending products and have prioritised these businesses in our resource allocation ... Our focus is also on showing how creditors can leverage this mobile payments relationship for lending. BNPL, which allows our partner financial institutions to issue credit to consumers at the point of sale, has become a consumer favourite," Sharma wrote. from News-Economic Times https://ift.tt/Z7OJidT via IFTTT

Decide fast on Huawei CEO plea: Delhi HC to trial court

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The trial court "shall consider the application for cancellation of the look-out circular as well as for permission to travel abroad in accordance with law", the HC held while granting Li Xiongwei the liberty to approach the trial court. from News-Economic Times https://ift.tt/iycFUe9 via IFTTT

UK-based Kerala man builds his own aircraft to travel around Europe with his family

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No consideration to Sonia's age, health: Congress

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The party alleged 'ED terror' was unleashed and lamented that not even Sonia Gandhi's age and frail health were given consideration while she was repeatedly asked to appear for questioning. The Congress leadership showcased at the AICC official podium change seekers Ghulam Nabi Azad and Anand Sharma to hold Wednesday's media briefing along with Congress' seasoned general Ashok Gehlot and spokesman Jairam Ramesh. from News-Economic Times https://ift.tt/7cAqJhz via IFTTT

Sonia questioned for third day; No fresh summons

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The Enforcement Directorate questioned Congress president Sonia Gandhi in the National Herald case for the third day on Wednesday for three hours. Her son Rahul Gandhi was questioned on five occasions last month for over 50 hours in the case over Young India's acquisition of Associated Journals that published the National Herald newspaper. from News-Economic Times https://ift.tt/xhSOEvL via IFTTT

Biden, Xi to hold talks today as US-China ties worsen

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Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesman Zhao Lijian said Monday that Beijing was getting "seriously prepared" for the possibility that Pelosi could visit the the self-governing island, which China considers part of its territory. from News-Economic Times https://ift.tt/js6vumT via IFTTT

WBSSC scam: West Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee says guilty must be punished but slams media trials

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Lashing out at the media, Banerjee said, “If someone makes a mistake and it is proved by law, there will be action and punishment against them. But before the judges can pronounce their verdict, there is a media trial going on against people.” from News-Economic Times https://ift.tt/ZwRVuyj via IFTTT

Commonwealth Games 2022: India won 66 medals in 2018. How many will come this time?

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While it is hard to predict, historically four sports — boxing, wrestling, weightlifting and badminton — have contributed majority of India’s medals at the Commonwealth Games (CWG). Here’s how these sports stack up at the 2022 CWG starting today in Birmingham: from News-Economic Times https://ift.tt/dotq58p via IFTTT

2 BSF personnel part of UN peacekeeping killed in Congo clash

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A mob of over 500 people attacked the camp of the Morocco Rapid Deployment battalion at Butembo where Indian troopers were deployed. One member of the Moroccan force is also feared to have died in the clash. from News-Economic Times https://ift.tt/bdFkVhA via IFTTT

India opposes 'Illegal' CPEC, also 3rd nations' likely participation

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In a strongly worded statement, the Ministry of External Affairs has said that India consistently opposes all CPEC projects as they lie in territory illegally occupied by Pakistan. The statement comes even as Pakistan has proposed Turkey's participation in the project and a recent joint meeting with China referred to a planned expansion of the corridor to Afghanistan. from News-Economic Times https://ift.tt/erUWV7h via IFTTT

Media freedom, bail term proportion & arrest power rulings came to aid of Mohammed Zubair

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These three judgements dealt with the issues of multiplicity of proceedings, power to arrest and proportionality of conditions to be imposed by courts while granting bail. Two of these judgements - cited by the top court in its order - were co-authored by Justice DY Chandrachud, who led a three-judge bench that released Zubair on bail. from News-Economic Times https://ift.tt/rPf3Z1B via IFTTT

19 Opposition MPs suspended for this week in Rajya Sabha

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In the post-lunch session, Minister of State for Parliamentary Affairs V Muraleedharan moved a resolution naming the 19 members and seeking their suspension for the remaining period of this week. Seven of them are from Trinamool, six from DMK, three from TRS, two from CPM and one from the CPI. The resolution was adopted by a voice vote. from News-Economic Times https://ift.tt/u8UM4EJ via IFTTT

Exam frenzy: Aspiring independent directors gear up for self-assessment exam

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An independent director who spoke on the condition of anonymity told ET that he had taken up study for the first time in nearly three decades of his life as a professional. "If someone fails to clear the exam, it's not just a dent on the career aspirations of the candidate but also a discomforting fact in the professional circles," he said. from News-Economic Times https://ift.tt/bIYdH4D via IFTTT

Sonia questioning: Delhi Police imposes Sec 144 at Raj Ghat, Cong leaders to protest at party HQ

Top Congress leaders met here Monday to evolve a strategy a day before Sonia Gandhi's questioning by the Enforcement Directorate in a money laundering case, even as the Delhi Police denied the party permission to protest at the Raj Ghat and imposed section 144 there. "Now they have imposed 144 even around Raj Ghat, the Samadhi of Gandhi ji, to stop peaceful Satyagraha by Congress MPs and CWC members against the misusing of agencies for political vendetta. from News-Economic Times https://ift.tt/MaEhd64 via IFTTT

Record 14 points of order raised in Rajya Sabha during over 1-hour discussion on bill

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Soon after the panel vice chairman Sasmit Patra called for the start of the discussion amid slogan shouting, leaders of various opposition parties took to raising points of order frequently to get the discussion stalled. from News-Economic Times https://ift.tt/v7BdHDY via IFTTT

India on path to become USD 30 trillion economy in next 30 years: Piyush Goyal

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"As we move to a USD 5 trillion economy...we are well poised on track to aspire to be a USD 30 trillion economy in the next 30 years. It doesn't need any rocket science. All it needs is understanding that the power of our demographic dividend, the youth power and the power of democracy, which India proudly represents," he said. from News-Economic Times https://ift.tt/4PskiT2 via IFTTT

Sunak vs Truss: British Prime Ministerial race gets fierce with personal attacks

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Ahead of a key head-on televised BBC debate between the two finalists - former Chancellor Rishi Sunak and Foreign Secretary Liz Truss - on Monday night, the tone of the contest has been getting increasingly fierce. from News-Economic Times https://ift.tt/LbDrls7 via IFTTT

Seeking hike in DA, HRA, 5 lakh govt staffers begin 5-day stir in Chhattisgarh

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"Five lakh government employees are striking for hike in DA and HRA as per the Seventh Pay Commission recommendations. Teachers' unions have also extended support," he said. from News-Economic Times https://ift.tt/XOEvZjf via IFTTT

Xi Jinping to head 'secretive' conclave

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In the summer resort of Beidaihe, the Communist Party of China is heading for a most crucial hurdle which will see the presence of party elders and top officials. This type of hurdle takes place each August where the most influential members of the party discuss matters including appointments to high-level posts. from News-Economic Times https://ift.tt/9XIoLQr via IFTTT

21st Century will Belong to India: Ram Nath Kovind

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President Kovind recalled his humble beginnings in a 'kaccha' (mud) house in Paraunkh village from Kanpur dehat and how it was a 'testament to the strength of India's democracy' that it has created pathways to let each citizen take part in the shaping of our collective destiny. He also quoted the architect of India' Constitution, BR Ambedkar, to point out that mere political democracy was insufficient and social democracy - which recognizes liberty, equality and fraternity as the principles of life - was equally important. from News-Economic Times https://ift.tt/Zlbp6iH via IFTTT

Max Ventures Emerges Top Bidder for Axis Bank's Land

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CBRE has the mandate for the auction of this parcel in addition to four other mixed-use township land parcels along the Yamuna expressway. CBRE, Max Estates and Axis Bank did not respond to the email query. Max Estates is the real estate arm of the group. In February, MaxVIL closed the first tranche of the divestment of the balance 51% stake in its packaging business for ₹628 crore and has now emerged as a pure-play real estate business entity with a focus on premium residential and commercial real estate in the National Capital Region. from News-Economic Times https://ift.tt/nDEWefA via IFTTT

Twitter marks video of PM Narendra Modi tweeted by AAP, Congress leaders as 'out of context'

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In the video shared by the two leaders, President Kovind is seen greeting the leaders, including PM Modi and Union minister Piyush Goyal sitting in the front row during the farewell function hosted by the MPs on Saturday. from News-Economic Times https://ift.tt/JETCqy2 via IFTTT

Three-day Bengaluru Human Space Flight Expo attended by several comes to a close

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The Expo that was held over the weekend, attended by hundreds of Bengalureans, youngsters and parents alike, educated them on the safety aspects of the Gaganyaan Mission during the descent, until the point of touchdown, and on the design of the crew module. The interactive model at the Expo offered a glimpse of how astronauts will travel during the much-awaited manned Gaganyaan mission. from News-Economic Times https://ift.tt/nJheDAc via IFTTT

CISCE Class 12 results: Mubashira Shamim tops Delhi with 99.25 per cent

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Siddhi Mishra, Jayant Kapoor and Anisha Wahi were ranked second with 98 per cent, while Khushi Kataria secured the third rank in the national capital with 97.25 per cent. A total of 181 candidates, including 19 girls, from Delhi appeared in the exam, conducted by the Council for the Indian School Certificate Examinations (CISCE). All the students aced the exam. from News-Economic Times https://ift.tt/j96WcNn via IFTTT

Rajnath Singh, Smriti Irani in attend Kargil Vijay Diwas events in J&K today

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The BJP officials informe that 700 bikers are likely to participate in what they called first ever 'Tiranga Bikers rally.' The bikers are scheduled to reach Kargil on July 26. Several BJP leaders would be present on the occassion. from News-Economic Times https://ift.tt/HRGpTfd via IFTTT

Have grown up watching events like these, Harmanpreet Kaur on CWG debut

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"This tournament is very important for us. This time we are playing for a medal. If I speak about myself, we have grown watching these kind of tournaments and we are glad that we are also getting an opportunity, we will be part of a big event. from News-Economic Times https://ift.tt/NtnSGBf via IFTTT

Commonwealth Games have become much more important for Indian athletes

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Since the CWG rank below the Asian Games in the pecking order of multidiscipline games, most athletes prefer to peak at the latter. As per the earlier schedule, the Hangzhou Asian Games were going to held just a month after the CWG. With the Asian event now pushed back to the next year owing to the Covid-19 situation in China, the Birmingham Games have assumed a much greater significance. from News-Economic Times https://ift.tt/5sYGpmA via IFTTT

Give farmers respect they deserve: RSS general secretary Dattatreya Hosabale

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Hosabale was speaking at an international conference organised by the Bharatiya Kisan Sangh along with Indian Council of Agricultural Research and Bharatiya Agro Economic Research Centre will organise an international conference on best features of Bharatiya agricultural practices. from News-Economic Times https://ift.tt/lkXGxEw via IFTTT

US pledges more military aid to Ukraine

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Moscow and Kyiv signed a landmark deal on Friday to unblock grain exports from Black Sea ports. However, representatives declined to sit at the same table and avoided shaking hands at the agreement ceremony in Istanbul, reflecting wider enmity. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy hailed Friday's agreement as unlocking around $10 billion worth of grain exports, needed to ease a food crisis. from News-Economic Times https://ift.tt/prW93IO via IFTTT

SC order on Vikas Dubey vindicates UP Police stance, says ADG

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Reacting to the SC’s closing of all PILs seeking independent probe in his encounter, additional director general of police (law and order) Prashant Kumar also said the top court has “vindicated” the UP police’s stand that Dubey’s encounter was not an extra judicial killing. from News-Economic Times https://ift.tt/u4nmlyz via IFTTT

Russia hits Ukraine's Black Sea port in wake of grain deal

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Ukraine's Foreign Ministry denounced Saturday's airstrikes as "spit in the face" of Turkey and the United Nations, which brokered the agreements. Two Russian Kalibr cruise missiles hit the port's infrastructure and Ukrainian air defenses brought down two others, the Ukrainian military's Southern Command said. from News-Economic Times https://ift.tt/m9WwE67 via IFTTT

Supreme Court frowns upon High Courts' irrelevant observations, orders during bail

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A bench of Justices AM Khanwilkar and JB Pardiwala, however, retained other conditions for grant of bail while ordering immediate unsealing of the said property. The bench said that it was disturbed with the 'new trend' of HCs referring to matters unrelated to consideration of bail. from News-Economic Times https://ift.tt/pkhXMxa via IFTTT