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Efforts being made for resettlement of displaced individuals: Manipur CM N Biren Singh

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The Chief Minister of Manipur, N Biren Singh, has stated that efforts are being made to resettle displaced individuals in their respective lands. A comprehensive strategy is being worked out to rebuild houses in secure areas. Singh emphasized that no alterations were made to names or addresses during this process. from News-Economic Times https://ift.tt/JsZ74Du via IFTTT

Privileges panel recommends revocation of Adhir Ranjan Chowdhury's LS suspension

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The Lok Sabha privileges committee has recommended the immediate revocation of Congress floor leader Adhir Ranjan Chowdhury's suspension. Chowdhury appeared before the committee and clarified that his intention was not to hurt anyone. The committee's resolution stated that in view of his expression of regret, the Speaker may discontinue his suspension. Despite some opposition MPs claiming that Chowdhury did not express regret, the majority of members agreed that his statement amounted to regret. The committee also noted that Chowdhury's actions during the prime minister's speech constituted a clear case of contempt. from News-Economic Times https://ift.tt/tvyV7CL via IFTTT

What is the new UK law for criminals? Will they have to face longer jail time?

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The British government has unveiled intentions to introduce a law compelling offenders to be physically present in court during the declaration of their sentences. from News-Economic Times https://ift.tt/6vAGg1O via IFTTT

Pakistan ex-PM Imran Khan's graft conviction suspended, but no quick release

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Former Pakistani Prime Minister Imran Khan's conviction on corruption charges has been suspended by a court, but he will not be released as he is being detained in another case. Khan, who has been at the center of political turmoil in Pakistan since his ouster in April 2022, was imprisoned on August 5 and barred from contesting elections for five years. Khan's legal team appealed the conviction, arguing that he was not given the right to defend himself. from News-Economic Times https://ift.tt/2r18xw3 via IFTTT

RBI governor-headed FSDC-SC resolves to remain vigilant against external vulnerabilities

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With a view to strengthening and institutionalising the mechanism for maintaining financial stability, enhancing inter-regulatory coordination and promoting financial sector development, the FSDC was set up by the government as the apex level forum in December 2010. from News-Economic Times https://ift.tt/TivJelX via IFTTT

Maharashtra: 4 Dalit men hung upside down from tree, beaten up over suspicion of theft in Ahmednagar; one held, five booked

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Four Dalit men in Maharashtra's Ahmednagar district were allegedly hanged upside down from a tree and beaten up by six individuals on suspicion of theft. A video of the incident surfaced on social media, leading to the arrest of one person, while five others remain at large. from News-Economic Times https://ift.tt/XoNJMdF via IFTTT

India, China negotiation on border a battle of its own

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India and China are attempting to resolve remaining border disputes in Eastern Ladakh, particularly regarding patrolling rights in the Depsang plains. Talks have been held at the military level, with indications that further rounds may be necessary for progress. The main issues are Chinese occupation of a feature that restricts Indian troop access and the pitching of tents by Chinese forces at another location. Negotiations have been challenging, with both sides exercising caution due to distrust following clashes in 2020. The talks aim to establish limits on patrolling and restore the status quo ante as of May 2020. from News-Economic Times https://ift.tt/GF9HIkT via IFTTT

Madhumita Shukla murder case: SC refuses to stay release of ex-UP minister Amarmani Tripathi

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The Supreme Court has refused to stop the release of former Uttar Pradesh legislator Amarmani Tripathi from jail. Tripathi and his wife, Madhumani Tripathi, were granted premature release due to "good conduct" by the state government, although they are currently receiving treatment in a Gorakhpur hospital. The couple had been serving life imprisonment for their involvement in the murder of poetess Madhumita Shukla in 2003. Shukla's sister has questioned the release, stating that the couple has actually been in the hospital for the past 10 years. from News-Economic Times https://ift.tt/XFbYo1a via IFTTT

No "constitutional fraud" in abrogating Article 370: Centre tells Supreme Court

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The petitioners opposing the repeal of Article 370 have been insisting that the provision could not have been abrogated, as the term of the Jammu and Kashmir Constituent Assembly, whose concurrence was required before taking such a step, ended in 1957, after it had drafted the erstwhile state's Constitution. With the constituent assembly having become extinct, Article 370 acquired a permanent status, they have said. from News-Economic Times https://ift.tt/hakOKp2 via IFTTT

Maharashtra: 50 no-rain days in Marathwada this monsoon; deficit at 19.1 per cent

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As of August 21, the expected rainfall in the region comprising Aurangabad, Jalna, Beed, Hingoli, Osmanabad, Latur and Nanded districts was 451.1 mm. However, the actual rainfall in the region has been 364.9 mm. That is a deficit of 19.1 per cent, according to the report. from News-Economic Times https://ift.tt/hGS4CIN via IFTTT

Centre forms committee to prepare food safety norms, protect users from unhealthy food items

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The committee, headed by an additional secretary in the department of consumer affairs, has been asked to submit its report within six weeks, the memo said, adding that it will examine and identify gaps or inadequacies within the current regulatory framework that contribute to the proliferation of unhealthy food products. from News-Economic Times https://ift.tt/4GERQNL via IFTTT

China's Xi Jinping tells BRICS summit that Chinese economy is resilient

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Chinese President Xi Jinping had arrived in Johannesburg on Monday evening (local time) to attend the 15th BRICS Summit and to pay a state visit to South Africa and he was received by South African President Cyril Ramaphosa and senior South African officials at the airport, according to the Global Times. from News-Economic Times https://ift.tt/x5r79LY via IFTTT

I don't pay attention to what BJP leaders say about development works in Bihar: Nitish Kumar

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Asked about BJP leaders' accusation of lack of development projects under the current regime in Bihar, he said, "I don't really pay attention to what they say about development works. When I was with them, they never said such things... Let them say whatever they want... it does not have any value." from News-Economic Times https://ift.tt/EOB8cwg via IFTTT

Ron DeSantis slips, now tied with Indian-American Vivek Ramaswamy for 2nd in GOP Primary

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It is pertinent to mention that DeSantis, who was in second place, despite registering 21 percent in June has witnessed a huge fall as he currently stands at 10 per cent currently according to Emerson College Polling. On the other hand, Ramaswamy has risen to the second spot from a mere 2 per cent then. from News-Economic Times https://ift.tt/RESMzam via IFTTT

Aerospace sector adopting AI in big way: HAL chief

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AI-based products and tools are being used for the maintenance of aircraft components: Hindustan Aeronautics Ltd (HAL) chairman & managing director CB Ananthakrishnan from News-Economic Times https://ift.tt/g0KczQ5 via IFTTT

Raghuram Rajan has become a politician, doing 'shadow-boxing on someone's behalf': Ashwini Vaishnaw

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Former RBI governor Rajan had accompanied Congress leader Rahul Gandhi briefly in Rajasthan during the nationwide Bharat Jodo Yatra that stretched from Kanyakumari to Kashmir. In between the country-wide march, Gandhi had also interviewed the senior economist. from News-Economic Times https://ift.tt/6DazMpY via IFTTT

'We must be ready to respond to next health emergency': PM Modi addresses G20 Health Ministers meet

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'We must be ready to respond to next health emergency': PM Modi addresses G20 Health Ministers meet

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The Little Mermaid’s SFX artist injured on set; Disney sued for huge sum

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The Little Mermaid released in May 2023 in theaters worldwide and the widely popular movie is soon to be released on the digital platform. from News-Economic Times https://ift.tt/cYLH2Vo via IFTTT

Rajya Sabha chairman refers 3 bills to replace IPC, CrPC, Evidence Act to Standing Committee on Home Affairs

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Three proposed bills that will replace the Indian Penal Code, Code of Criminal Procedure, and the Indian Evidence Act have been referred to the Standing Committee on Home Affairs for examination by Rajya Sabha Chairman Jagdeep Dhankhar. The bills were introduced in the Lok Sabha by Home Minister Amit Shah on August 11. from News-Economic Times https://ift.tt/9PYMsxL via IFTTT

Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar, eight NCP ministers given charge of 36 districts to build party organisation

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Praful Patel, national working president of the NCP faction of Ajit Pawar, has been given the responsibility of strengthening the organisation in Bhandara, Gondia, Amravati, Wardha and Nagpur by the state unit chief, it said. In all, the nine ministers have been given the task of building the party organisation in 36 districts. from News-Economic Times https://ift.tt/m8TX4Vs via IFTTT

Cauvery water row: Congress govt has betrayed farmers of Karnataka, says Basavaraj Bommai

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Going bananas: As Tamil Nadu supplies dry up, prices double to Rs 100/kg

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The cost of bananas has doubled over last week due to declining supply from Tamil Nadu; traders are blaming middlemen and transporters for the increase. With demand for bananas set to rise during upcoming festivals, prices are expected to stay high. from News-Economic Times https://ift.tt/1p3zvPY via IFTTT

59% increase in tourism in J&K After G20 meet: Lieutenant governor Manoj Sinha

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Sinha, while addressing the Independence Day function at Bakshi Stadium in Srinagar, said people have embarked on a new journey of peace, love and stability, which will lead to development and a golden future. Hundreds of people including government officials, for whom attendance was mandatory, participated in the function at the redeveloped stadium. from News-Economic Times https://ift.tt/NEtXAWu via IFTTT

Clearer math soon for states' social scheme budgets

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India's Development, Monitoring and Evaluation Office, an attached office of Niti Aayog, is creating a framework for states to implement target-based budgeting in social schemes. The move aims to increase the impact of public money spent on welfare measures. from News-Economic Times https://ift.tt/4UjAXBw via IFTTT

Pak intruder neutralised in Pathankot; BSF remains on high alert at border

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Pak intruder neutralised in Pathankot; BSF remains on high alert at border

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Quantum superchemistry: What is it? Know about the phenomenon observed for the first time by scientists

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Quantum superchemistry refers to the application of quantum mechanics to the study of chemical reactions and processes at the molecular level. from News-Economic Times https://ift.tt/o7wxuhl via IFTTT

‘Meri Matti Mera Desh’: Shopian in J&K celebrates Independence Day with massive ‘Tiranga Rally’

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Cricket: India must work on batting depth after Windies loss, says Rahul Dravid

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A young Indian side missing several big names battled back from 0-2 down in the five-match series but crashed to an eight-wicket defeat at Lauderhill, with opener Brandon King helping West Indies chase down the victory target with an unbeaten 85. Dravid said mistakes were made in the series but was hopeful that their one-day team would fare better in the World Cup, which India will host from Oct. 5 to Nov. 19. from News-Economic Times https://ift.tt/jVfNCnl via IFTTT

The secret key to achieve success in college

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Research has shown that building connections with professors, staff, and fellow students is crucial for college success. In a new book, "Connections Are Everything: A College Student's Guide to Relationship-Rich Education," students and scholars recommend five steps to harness the power of relationships: talking to professors, making friends in class, utilizing campus resources, participating in relationship accelerators, and trusting oneself. from News-Economic Times https://ift.tt/lBmosgh via IFTTT

Centre does 'politics of development' not 'politics in development': Mandaviya hits back at Tejashwi over AIIMS Darbhanga

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Union minister Mansukh Mandaviya on Saturday said the Modi government believes in "politics of development" and not "politics in development" while urging Bihar minister Tejashwi Yadav to provide suitable land for the construction of AIIMS in Darbhanga. from News-Economic Times https://ift.tt/1Tu5qvj via IFTTT

Need speedy probe, prosecution of those behind Manipur crimes: Supreme Court

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Manipur violence: The Supreme Court has urged the three member all women judicial committee, comprising three former High Court judges headed by Justice (retd) Gita Mittal, and Dattatray Padsalgikar to submit their respective "progress reports" to the top court in two months. from News-Economic Times https://ift.tt/AZEQcOJ via IFTTT

Manipur unrest: PM Modi reminds Congress of Nehru's 'My heart goes out to Assam' 1962 radio speech

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BSF's 'Operation Alert' along India-Pak border from Aug 11-17

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The Border Security Force will run Operation Alert from August 11 to August 17 along the India-Pakistan International Border to thwart infiltration and smuggling attempts in view of the Independence Day. During this, a close watch will be kept by the BSF near the India-Pakistan border. from News-Economic Times https://ift.tt/3HF4h9c via IFTTT

Manipur police file FIR against Assam Rifles

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The FIR was filed on August 5. Devdas Singh, Officer-in-Charge, Phougakchao Ikhai Police Station in the FIR stated, “Today at about 6:40 am received an information that on the same day at about 6:30am teams of slate police including teams of CDO/BPR led by SP/BPR proceeded towards the Pholjang road along Kwakla ward No, 8 for conducting search operation to trace out the accused Kuki militants that might have been taking shelter at Kwakta Ward No.8 ie. the adjoining area between kwakta and Pholjang village. " from News-Economic Times https://ift.tt/ryp94wC via IFTTT

NDA is an 'organic alliance', says Modi

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Prime Minister Narendra Modi has said that the National Democratic Alliance (NDA) is an "organic unit" that will provide a stable government. At meetings with NDA MPs, PM Modi discussed a list of outreach activities with the NDA MPs ahead of the next Lok Sabha polls. from News-Economic Times https://ift.tt/D4oeqKZ via IFTTT

GE jet engine deal a game changer; will engage private sector: HAL

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Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) Chief CB Ananthakrishnan stated that the partnership with US firm GE Aviation to manufacture GE's F414 INS6 fighter jet engines in India is a "big game changer" and will become the basis of future indigenous engines that will power military aircraft. The technology transfer deal will result in an 80% transfer for the engines. from News-Economic Times https://ift.tt/EndGA4f via IFTTT

Elon Musk vs Mark Zuckerberg cage fight will be live-streamed on X; proceeds will go for charity

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Bricolage, a valuable tool for new-age entrepreneurs

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'To create something out of nothing' is the core concept of entrepreneurial bricolage. The term was coined by Levi Strauss, a French anthropologist, who compared the term 'bricoleur' to the 'engineer'. A bricoleur defies the standard norms of creating something from well-established resources, and instead 'makes do' with whatever is available at hand, improvising and generating value almost out of nothing. from News-Economic Times https://ift.tt/M2nSp6D via IFTTT

More rate hikes 'likely' needed to lower inflation: Fed official

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Federal Reserve governor Michelle Bowman's prepared remarks to an event in Colorado also came after a mixed employment report on Friday showing that hiring in the United States has slowed but wage gains remained robust. Bowman said she supported the policy-setting Federal Open Market Committee's (FOMC) decision for a rate hike in July given "strong economic data and still elevated inflation." from News-Economic Times https://ift.tt/6NjMCKB via IFTTT

Manipur unrest: Curfew reimposed in Imphal East; security forces on alert as situation remains grim

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PM Modi to travel to South Africa for BRICS Summit putting all speculations to rest

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Modi had a telephone conversation with Cyril Ramaphosa, President of South Africa. The two leaders positively assessed the progress in bilateral cooperation, including in the context of the thirtieth anniversary of establishment of bilateral diplomatic relations being celebrated in 2023, according to an official statement here. from News-Economic Times https://ift.tt/5B2XtrH via IFTTT

Spat over ghee for Tirupati 'laddus' spills out of Karnataka

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A day after Tirumala Temple Devasthanams (TTD) officials said that Tirupati laddus had used Nandini ghee only for a year in the past two decades, Karnataka Milk Federation said they had never made any claim about how long they have been supplying ghee to the famous temple. from News-Economic Times https://ift.tt/fB9b2MQ via IFTTT

‘Love Island’ UK: ITV’s winter edition of the show to have an unique twists; Here’s everything we know

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Next year's winter edition of "Love Island" on ITV is set to have some differences. from News-Economic Times https://ift.tt/qxtOr8m via IFTTT

FIR lodged in Noida over 'illegal export' of used phone chips to China, Hong Kong

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The STF official also suspected re-routing of money through Hawala back to India with "re-import of the same goods" by big mobile companies alleging "this is a very big international organised gang". A senior UP Police officer told PTI that the STF had been probing this issue for over two months and now the registration of the FIR was recommended in this case. from News-Economic Times https://ift.tt/Qo58cfl via IFTTT