Wednesday, March 31, 2021

Former ‘Bigg Boss’ contestant Ajaz Khan arrested in drugs case

He was initially detained by the NCB Mumbai zonal unit on Tuesday.
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Coronavirus | Gujarat extends night curfew in Ahmedabad, Surat, Vadodara, Rajkot till April 15

State sees rise in cases; IIMA turns into hotspot
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All details of multiple entries in electoral rolls to be made public on Thursday, says Ramesh Chennithala

‘I have handed over details of 4.34 lakh multiple/fake voters to the Election Commission of India,’ says Leader of Opposition in Kerala Assembly.
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Fire breaks out in ICU ward of Delhi’s Safdurjung Hospital

No casualty has been reported so far from the incident.
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India FY21-22 growth will be in the 7.5%-12.5% range, likely 10.1 %: World Bank

The Bank expects public consumption to contribute positively, but pent-up private demand to fade by end of 2021
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Fire breaks out at nationalised bank in Kolkata

A fire broke out at a nationalised bank in Strand Road area here on Wednesday, an official said.Nobody was injured in the blaze that erupted at the
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West Bengal Assembly elections | EC orders transfer of two police officers

The State will vote in the second phase on April 1
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Indonesia recovers cockpit voice recorder of crashed Sriwijaya Air jet

All the 62 passengers onboard died in the crash that occured on January 9.
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No charging of electronic devices on trains from 11 pm to 5 am

They said that these instructions are not new, but a reiteration of earlier orders of the Railway Board.
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Coronavirus live updates | All efforts to contain the virus should be taken, says NITI Aayog member V.K. Paul

Health secretary Rajesh Bhushan stresses the need to take urgent action to curb the surge
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We too want peaceful relations, writes Pakistan’s Imran Khan to PM Modi

In his reply to Prime Minister Modi’s letter, Mr. Khan thanked him and said the people of Pakistan also desire peaceful cooperative relations with all neighbours, including India.
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Police take up mask awareness drive in Hyderabad

Hyderabad CP appeals to citizens to follow COVID precautions, avoid gatherings
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ITC Windsor becomes world’s first in LEED Zero Carbon

ITC Windsor became the first hotel in the world to be certified LEED Zero Carbon by US Green Building Council (USGBC).Embodying the ethos of Responsib
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Morning Digest: India extends Covishield shelf life to 9 months; EC notice to DMK leader A. Raja for comments on TN CM, and more

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In stark warning, Egypt leader says Nile water 'untouchable'

Egypt’s President has said his country’s share of the Nile River’s waters are “untouchable” in a stark warning to Ethiopia, which is building a gian
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Many private schools reluctant to conduct examinations offline

They have been consulting parents on the issue
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‘U.S. firms should make use of State’s business ecosystem’

American businessmen and industry players should ramp up their activities in Karnataka and benefit from the incentives and supportive measures offered
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Officials, experts unhappy over CM’s reluctance to impose restrictions

A senior Minister says economic cost seems to be weighing heavily on mind of Chief Minister
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Tamil Nadu Assembly Elections | Upgrading of Nagapattinam port remains a forgotten promise

Be it these two main contenders or candidates of other mainstream parties, including Makkal Needhi Maiam, Naam Tamizhar Katchi and Amma Makkal Munnetr
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U.S. condemns China’s move to further reduce Hong Kong political participation

The sweeping overhaul of Hong Kong's electoral system willdrastically curb democratic representation as authorities seekto ensure "patriots" rule the global financial hub.
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Sharad Pawar undergoes endoscopy in hospital before schedule

NCP leader and State Health Minister Rajesh Tope had said there was nothing to worry about Mr. Pawar's health.
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Prasanna elected president of MYMUL

Prasanna was on Tuesday elected as the new president of Mysuru District Co-operative Milk Producers’ Societies’ Union Ltd (MYMUL).Sources in MYMUL sai
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Congress firm on its stand in CD row: Siddaramaiah

Continuing his tirade against the BJP government in Karnataka over the CD scandal allegedly involving former Minister Ramesh Jarkiholi, Leader of the
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Tuesday, March 30, 2021

Manipur govt. withdraws circular telling officials to turn away Myanmar refugees

Mizoram Chief Minister Zoramthanga had recently written to Prime Minister Narendra Modi urging him to provide asylum to the refugees.
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Watch | Icelandic volcano's first eruption in 900 years

A video on the volcanic eruption on the Reykjanes peninsula in Iceland
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Coronavirus | India records 56,211 fresh COVID-19 cases

Registering a steady increase for the 20th day in row, active cases have increased to 5,40,720 comprising 4.47% of the total infections, while the recovery rate has further dropped to 94.19%
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China approves sweeping electoral shake-up for Hong Kong

The measures are part of Beijing's efforts to consolidate its increasingly authoritarian grip over the global financial hub following the imposition of a national security law in June,
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Coronavirus updates | India records 56,211 fresh COVID-19 cases

  You can track coronavirus cases, deaths and testing rates at the national and State levels here. A list of State Helpline numbers is available as we
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OCI card holders no longer required to carry old passports for India travel

People of Indian origin and Indian diaspora having overseas citizens of India (OCI) card are now not required to carry their old, expired passports f
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TN Assembly polls | DMK candidate for Kurunjipadi, M.R.K. Panneerselvam tests positive for COVID-19

The former Minister had been campaigning extensively for the past few days
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10.34% of those who failed did not clear six subjects

Analysis shows most students had failed in only one subject
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RTCs’ recovery path looks bleak

After suffering revenue loss of over ₹4,000 crore, second wave poses further threat
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CD scandal: KPCC chief D.K. Shivakumar denies allegations

‘They may have said it under pressure’
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Morning Digest: U.S. opposes Rana plea to delay extradition process; traffic in Suez Canal channel resumes after stranded ship refloated, and more

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400 homes evacuated, Rushmore closed amid South Dakota fires

No injuries have been reported.
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90% U.S. adults to be eligible for vaccine by April 19, says Joe Biden

Mr. Biden said just 10 weeks after he became the President, nearly 75% of Americans over the age of 65 had received at least one vaccination shot.
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Police caution against invalid ‘Euro’ notes

Alert police if notes found, says SP
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‘New BBMP Act renders ward committees toothless’

The petitioners also questioned the creation of additional committees
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ICU cases hit new peak in French coronavirus surge

Doctors are increasingly sounding the alarm that they may have to start turning patients away for ICU care, particularly in the Paris region.
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Private bus operators, taxi drivers continue to reel under losses

Many bus operators have reportedly surrendered their permits
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Karnataka to allow reopening of stone mining, crusher units

Minister says exchequer suffered huge loss due to closure.
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No Oscars for Hong Kong for first time since 1969

It won’t be broadcast here next month.
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U.S. not yet ready to lift tariffs on China, says trade negotiator Tai

Duties aimed ‘to remedy unbalanced, unfair trade situation’.
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A chaiwala struggles to survive

Pandemic has dealt a severe blow to small businesses, some of them are on the verge of closure
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Singur, Nandigram conspirators throwing muck at each other: Buddhadeb Bhattacharje

His remarks come a day after Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee accused Suvendu Adhikari and Sisir Adhikari of a conspiracy to allow police to enter Nandigram on March 14, 2007
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Prosecutor tells jury ex-Minneapolis officer's 'grinding and crushing' knee killed George Floyd

Defense lawyer says Derek Chauvin followed his police training
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Monday, March 29, 2021

Professor of a college in Ramapuram teaches a subject, out of syllabus

Ganeshan D works with school students in North Chennai to promote house sparrow conservation
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Sculptor felicitated

Mr. Srinivas is an expert in using iron scrap for designing sculptures of animals and other such objects.
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Three Ministers accept ‘Green Challenge’

They plant saplings as part of ‘Yuvatha-Haritha’ initiative in Morampudi area
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Police book cases against A. Raja in Ariyalur

The DMK deputy general secretary allegedly made derogatory remarks on Chief Minister Edappadi K. Palaniswami and his late mother at an election meeting held at Keezhapalur a few days ago.
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“Absolutely outrageous”: Joe Biden reacts to civilian killings in Myanmar

Chiefs of Defense of a dozen countries, including the U.S., issued a joint statement condemning the use of lethal force against unarmed people by the Myanmar armed forces and associated security services.
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A retired telecom official dies, a Govt Engineer held

The Mangaluru Traffic East police arrested Shanmugam, the Assistant Executive Engineer of Minor Irrigation and Ground Water Department, on the charge
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Morning Digest: President signs Centre's Delhi Bill law, Philippines deploys aircraft as China ships spark tensions, and more

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Woman, husband held for smuggling gold

Officials of Mangaluru Air Customs have arrested a woman passenger, the second one in this month, and her husband hailing from Cheroor of Kasaragod in
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Property tax: Several cases to be reopened for fresh investigation

Total Station Survey of over 100 commercial properties had revealed that BBMP had lost more than ₹500 crore
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Baiyappanahalli terminal to be operational shortly: Railway Board chairman

The terminal is expected to handle 32 pairs of trains
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North Korea accuses UN of double standard over missile firings

North Korea on Monday accused the United Nations of a “double standard” over its reaction to the North’s recent missile launches, warning it of a ser
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UN rights investigator Agnes Callamard named Amnesty chief

The international human rights group said Ms. Callamard’s four-year term as secretary general begins on Monday.
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BEL donates medical equipmentto hospital

The Bharat Electronics Limited (BEL) donated medical equipment worth about ₹10 lakh to the Police Welfare Hospital, on Sunday.BEL Director (HR) K.M. S
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AISA demands free vaccine at the earliest

The All India Students’ Association (AISA) on Sunday demanded that government provide free vaccinations at the earliest to students, teachers and staf
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Inmates tune into new talents with ‘Jail Radio’

Some prisoners become radio jockeys at the in-house radio station, others play instruments
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Gangster who escaped custody killed in shoot-out with police

Raid conducted at 1.45 a.m. to avoid crowd, say officers
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Three hurt as section of elevated road on Dwarka E-way collapses

20-25 labourers left site 10 minutes before the accident; NHAI forms committee
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‘Happiness Curriculum helped students during lockdown’

Sisodia says well-being needs to be made a mainstream subject in education
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City sees highest single-day COVID-19 cases in 3 months

CM not to attend Holi programmes
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CBI books Delhi-based firm, its directors

Case involves defrauding a bank of over ₹50 crore
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Police, govt. have pledged the pride of Karnataka, says Siddaramaiah

He takes exception to the woman in the CD not being traced ‘even after 20 days’
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Two dead, three held in Virginia shootings

Overnight shootings near the Atlantic oceanfront in Virginia Beach left two people dead and eight wounded in a scene described by authorities on Satur
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Myanmar forces fire on funeral; crackdown continues

Myanmar security forces opened fire on Sunday on a crowd attending the funeral of student who was killed on the bloodiest day yet of a crackdown on p
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Sunday, March 28, 2021

‘No container transhipment terminal in Kanniyakumari’

The project, proposed by the Union government, will not be allowed as people are against it: Edappadi K. Palaniswami
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Strict adherence to COVID-19 safety precautions stressed

‘Hospitals ready with additional facilities and manpower to meet the surge’
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Portion of under-construction elevated road on Dwarka Expressway collapses

Three injured persons were under treatment, contractor directed to find the exact reasons for the accident.
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Telangana requests vaccination to those with high exposure to public

Teachers, drivers of buses and cabs, bank employees cited as examples
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Masks, restrictions on public gatherings mandatory in Telangana

Decision follows sharp rise in COVID-19 cases over past 2 weeks
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Don’t take profession like T20 match, lawyers advised

Anantapur District Court completes 100 years
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Discoms performed poorly: CAG

‘Such tendency bears the risk of fraud and leakage of public money’
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Preparations for celestial wedding from today

The annual fete of Vasantha Paksha Tiru Kalyana Brahmotsavams is scheduled to be conducted from April 13 to 27.
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Coronavirus updates | Spike in fresh COVID-19 cases, India records 62,714 new infections

India saw 62,714 new coronavirus infections in a day, the highest single day rise so far this year, taking the nationwide COVID-19 tally to 1,19,71,62
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NIA arrests TMC leader Chhatradhar Mahato

Summons were issued to him earlier this month in connection with the murder of a Communist Party of India (Marxist) worker Prabir Mahato in 2009.
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1 dead, six injured in stabbing attack at Canadian library

The suspect is in custody, said the police.
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Morning Digest: President Kovind to undergo bypass surgery at AIIMS, John Kerry to visit India ahead of Biden’s climate summit, and more

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Gangster Fajja shot dead in Delhi

Dreaded gangster Kuldeep Maan alias Fajja, who escaped from GTB hospital, was killed in an encounter in New Delhi on Sunday early morning.Police said
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Good response from farmers to compost

Nearly 25,000 tonnes of compost have been picked up so far in March
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Delhi saved 334 MW electricity during Earth Hour, say Discom officials

The company had urged its consumers to switch off all non-essential lights from 8:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m.
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Appeal to people’s representatives to adopt schools

This will help the government deliver school education to all sections of society
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Human rights panel wants elderly woman to be compensated

Lapses in her blood test report conducted at Chemmaruthi PHC lab
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‘Adhere to COVID norms during Holi’

Governor Biswa Bhusan Harichandan has said Holi will not be celebrated at Raj Bhavan due to the spike in COVID-19 cases. In a release on Saturday, he
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BJP MLA thrashed in Punjab

Protesters against farm laws threw ink, tore his clothes
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Disha police stations get patrolling vehicles

They will help women constables in maintaining vigil at public places: SP
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Police rescue youth attempting suicide

With the presence of mind and utilising technology, the Anantapur police on Saturday saved a man, who was about to commit suicide by falling under a t
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Ensure action plan for water supply during summer: Mayor

Emergency meeting with the new governing body of the corporation held
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Elite U.K. schools in spotlight over claims of misogyny, rape

The London police department says it is investigating multiple alleged offenses described on a website that a young woman set up to expose cases of sexual harassment, assault and ‘rape culture’ at schools across the country
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Saturday, March 27, 2021

Shopkeepers in T Nagar get vaccinated at school auditorium

Teams from UPHCs visit gated communities and turn clubhouses into vaccination clinics for residents
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Court acquits six accused of promoting religious enmity during Muzaffarnagar riots

Additional District Sessions Judge Nishant Dev acquitted the six accused due to lack of evidence, defence counsel Chandra Vir Singh said.
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Two killed in Virginia Beach oceanfront shootings

An estimated eight people were injured, Virginia Beach Police Chief Paul Neudigate told reporters.
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UN expresses gratitude for India’s gift of 2 lakh COVID-19 vaccine doses to peacekeepers

The 2,00,000 doses of vaccines, announced as a gift by India for UN peacekeepers, left Mumbai in the early hours of March 27.
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We have supplied more vaccines globally than having vaccinated our own people: India tells United Nations

UN Ambassador K. Nagaraj Naidu told UNGA that India will not only be vaccinating 300 million of its own frontline workers over the next six months but in the process has also supplied vaccines to over 70 nations.
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Protests in Myanmar as junta chief marks Armed Forces Day

People in cities and towns around Myanmar marked the public holiday by again demonstrating against the February 1 coup.
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Karnataka Bank, IIFL Securities launch KBL Smart Trade

Karnataka Bank and IIFL Securities Limited, a broking and advisory firm, have joined hands to introduce KBL Smart Trade, a facility under which all Ka
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Support comes for Pejawar Mutt seer’s stand on marriage

‘It will only help uphold values’
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PM Modi visits mausoleum of 'Bangabandhu' Sheikh Mujibur Rahman, offers prayer at Jeshoreshwari Kali temple in Bangladesh

Mr. Modi said India will build a multi-purpose community hall at the temple.
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Karnataka CD scandal | In new video, victim says she continues to face threats from Jarikholi

She also denies claim that she met KPCC president Shivakumar
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Active COVID-19 cases cross 11,000 in Tamil Nadu

State records 1,971 fresh COVID-19 infections and nine more deaths
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JICA extends ₹3,717 crore loan for developing Metro Phase 2 in Bengaluru

The 80 km rail network for Phase 2, covers Line R6, Phase 2A, and Phase 2B.
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Coronavirus live updates | Country reports highest single-day rise in infections this year

India reports 62,258 new coronavirus infections in a day, the highest single-day rise so far this year, according to Health Ministry data.
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No compromise on Rayalaseema LI scheme: KCR

‘Government has taken up several programmes, resulting in growth’
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Vote in record numbers in Assam, West Bengal: PM Modi

I would request all those who are voters in the seats polling today to exercise their franchise in record numbers,” Mr. Modi tweeted.
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Morning Digest: Heavy security for today’s Phase I polling in West Bengal and Assam; In Bangladesh, Modi calls for joint fight against terror, and more

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Man sentenced to 10 years imprisonment

The Mahila Court on Thursday sentenced a man who was charged with raping a mentally challenged woman near Annur in May 2017 to 10 years of imprisonmen
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CD scandal case: D.K. Shivakumar's name in audio clip gives a new twist to row

Congress should seek his resignation as party chief: BJP
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UGC allows 40% of courses in a semester through online mode

Approval granted for study through ‘Swayam’
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Protect media freedom, EC urged

A private Tamil television channel has submitted a representation to the Chief Electoral Commissioner alleging that the State government-run Tamil Nad
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Beloved children's author Beverly Cleary dies at 104

Children worldwide came to love the adventures of Huggins and neighbors Ellen Tebbits, Otis Spofford, Beatrice “Beezus” Quimby and her younger sister, Ramona
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Move to introduce pre-paid meters in all State govt. offices

‘2% of cost of meter will be collected every month’
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Was Aadhaar data breached, asks HC

BJP allegedly accessed mobile phone numbers of voters in Puducherry
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Friday, March 26, 2021

After initial hiccups, Kuttiyadi turns a battlefield for fronts

LDF fights to wrest back seat from UDF, which was once a red citadel
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Bharat Bandh | Vehicular movement hit in Punjab, Haryana, Delhi

Protesting farmer unions mark four months of agitation with strike call
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Bharat Bandh updates | Farm unions mark 4-month anniversary of protest against agri laws

The nation-wide bandh call urged that shops, malls, markets and institutions remain closed.
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Kerala Assembly Elections | Taking surveys with a pinch of salt

The LDF and the UDF in Kerala seem to be taking the pre-poll surveys with a pinch of salt. Though a majority of the surveys predict a second term for
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Coronavirus live: Delhi sees highest number of cases in over 3 months

Indian vaccine supplies to lower income countries are being delayed “as the Government of India battles a new wave of COVID-19 infections,” according
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Bharat bandh | Farmers occupy key roads in Punjab, Haryana

Vehicular movement hit in both States
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India beefs up security along Myanmar border in Manipur

One killed, 7 injured in border town of neighbouring country
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New Zealand passes miscarriages bereavement leave law

India is the only other country with similar legislation, media said.
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Morning digest: India’s COVID-19 vaccine export may be curbed, Joe Biden says he plans to run for re-election in 2024, and more

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2 dead, 70 COVID-19 patients evacuated in Mumbai hospital fire

The fire broke out at the Dreams Mall Sunrise Hospital in Bhandup area shortly after midnight.
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China sanctions U.K. entities, individuals for Xinjiang 'lies'

The Chinese foreign ministry said in a statement it sanctioned four entities and nine individuals, including lawmakers
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TDP extends support for Bharat bandh call today

TDP extends support to Bharat bandh today
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‘Bike taxis operating under the radar’

Taxi and auto drivers see red, accuse the government of inaction
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Sub-committee to study demand for revision of auto fare

Unions want base fare raised to ₹40 and ₹18 per subsequent kilometre
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BBMP budget postponed

Likely to be presented on Saturday
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Param Bir Singh files petition against Deshmukh in Bombay HC

Immediate, unbiased probe sought
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NCP MP Supriya Sule calls on Sonia Gandhi

In the midst of the turmoil in Maharashtra over allegations of corruption against the State Home Minister, Nationalist Congress Party (NCP) leader Sup
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ED attaches properties in gold loan scam

The Enforcement Directorate attached five immovable properties in Bengaluru in connection with the sanction of 186 loans worth ₹12 crore to 57 people
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UIDAI, FCI get new heads in govt. reshuffle

20 senior officers relocated
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Principal Scientific Advisor K. VijayRaghavan gets extension

The government has extended the term of Principal Scientific Advisor (PSA) K. VijayRaghavan by a year. An official order was issued by the Department
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Transport services likely to be hit today

Rail and road transportation services are likely to be affected and markets may remain closed in parts of the country on Friday as farmer unions prote
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Gujarat battles second COVID-19 wave

State reports 1,961 new infections and seven deaths on Thursday
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Bengali stars release song on polls

So far it was only the political parties contesting polls in West Bengal that were using songs communicate their message to the electorate. Now a numb
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Thursday, March 25, 2021

MP on Committee on Public Undertakings

Narsaraopet Member of Parliament Lavu Srikrishnadevarayulu has been elected to the Committee on Public Undertakings. Along with Mr. Srikrishnadevarayu
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Schools taking fee for enrolling us in Amma Vodi, say students

Lapses found in implementation of scheme; probe will be conducted: APSERMC
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Take steps to curb COVID, schools told

In-charge District Education Officer L. Chandrakala inspected schools in the city on Wednesday, and directed the school managements to take steps to c
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CRS inspects rly. electrificationbetween Karwar and Bijoor

A speed trial test was also conducted on the stretch
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Parliament live: Lok Sabha to consider bill to amend law governing airport economic regulatory authority

The Budget session of Parliament, which is scheduled to go on till April 8, is likely to be curtailed owing to the Assembly elections in Assam, West B
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Former ICAR scientist challenges check dam project in Kanniyakumari

A former scientist of the Indian Council of Agricultural Research moved the Madurai Bench of the Madras High Court on Wednesday challenging a governme
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Certain battles are rather fought at the hustings than in court halls: HC

‘Political appointee had to quit post as political ambience ceased to be conducive’
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BDL declares interim dividend

Bharat Dynamics Limited (BDL), a defence public sector undertaking, has declared an interim dividend of ₹6.70 per share of ₹10 each for the financial
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Coronavirus live: India unlikely to expand export of vaccines as focus shifts to domestic demand

So far, India has sent 60.4 million doses of coronavirus vaccines to around 80 countries.
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Kamala Harris put in charge of leading response to U.S. border crisis as Joe Biden faces down critics

In delegating the matter to Ms. Harris, President Biden is seeking to replicate a dynamic that played out when he served as President Barack Obama’s Vice President.
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Morning digest: Supreme Court flags concerns over electoral bonds, Joe Biden calls for ban on assault weapons, and more

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First consignment of parts for Kaveri engine

MIDHANI - Mishra Datu Nigam Limited, has announced the dispatch of the first consignment of high temperature alloy for the country’s indigenous ‘Kaver
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Mega Lok Adalat saved around ₹102 crore for exchequer, says HC judge

2.74 lakh cases identified as fit to be settled in next edition to be held on March 27
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National Para Athletics hits a new low as night events held under mobile phone torch lights

A few events at night conducted with just mobile phone torch lights
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College placements hit new lows

Firms offer internships; the few recruiters offering full-time jobs have reduced not just the number of hires but also entry-level salaries
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AstraZeneca COVID-19 vaccine 76% effective in updated U.S. trial results

The updated 76% efficacy rate compares with rates of about 95% for vaccines from Pfizer/BioNTech and Moderna.
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With no safety net, unorganised sector workers are yet to recover

Domestic help, security guards, housekeeping staff, and street vendors among other workers fear a second wave
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Over 5.21 crore vaccine doses administered

The cumulative number of COVID-19 vaccine doses administered in the country has crossed 5.21 crore, said a Health Ministry statement on Wednesday. A t
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SI shot dead over dispute between brothers in Agra

He was shot in the neck with an illegal country-made weapon
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‘Co-op. networks promote sustainable development’

Health care by co-ops. helped their members: UN official
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India conducts first-ever joint patrol in Madagascar EEZ

Objective is to ensure maritime security in the Indian Ocean Region (IOR)
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North Korea fired projectile into sea, says Seoul

The launch came a day after US and South Korean officials said the North fired short-range weapons presumed to be cruise missiles into its western sea over the weekend.
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Govt’s transgender ID portal slow to start, 277 certificates issued since November

The national portal, which was launched on November 25, 2020, was functional in all districts of the country, says Minister Kataria
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Wednesday, March 24, 2021

KNR Constructions bags contract for four-laning 48 km on NH 75

NHAI wants the work to commence before the onset of monsoon
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KIA’s refurbished north runway set to reopen

Along with the south runway, it will boost the airport’s capacity
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Garbage burning near Vrishabhavati river

The fire came dangerously close to an apartment complex nearly a kilometre away
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Farmers plan protest against Shivaram Karanth Layout

BDA warns it will be against apex court order
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BBMP circular on payment to contractors raised in Council

CM promises to withdraw the circular
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Prevent brazen use of public funds for campaigning, HC

The Madras High Court on Tuesday said the Election Commission of India (ECI) can put guidelines in place to ensure that public funds are not brazenly
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Morning digest: Afghanistan wants a larger role for India in peace process; at least five policemen killed in Chhattisgarh naxal attack, and more

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North Korea conducted short-range missile test, says the White House

The officials, however, sought to downplay the significance of the missile tests.
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Drug case: Film producer arrested

He has been charged with organising parties where drugs were used
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Smog tower to purify air at Hudson Circle

Bruhat Bengaluru Mahanagara Palike (BBMP) Commissioner N. Manjunath Prasad on Tuesday inspected a newly installed ‘smog tower’ at Hudson Circle that u
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BBMP budget to be announced on Friday

It is likely to be presented by Administrator Gaurav Gupta
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Mistrust between China, India at all-time high, says U.S. admiral

Admiral John C. Aquilino also commended India’s efforts to protect its northern border during a months-long stand-off with China.
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Labourers fear the prospect of another lockdown

Hundreds of migrant labourers who fled the city last year and vowed never to return find themselves back in Bengaluru in the midst of a rise in COVID-19 cases
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BMRCL floats tender for Pink Line

It pertains to elevated section on Bannerghatta Road
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Anti-drug rally draws large crowds

Participants raise slogans saying ‘No to Drugs’
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Police to crack down on synthetic drugs

It follows the recent major drug haul in which four persons were arrested
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Work allotted to poll officials after randomisation

The district administration on Tuesday allotted booths to officials chosen to work at polling booths, after conducting a randomisation exercise in the
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COVID-19 vaccination figures cross 5-crore mark in India

CoWIN ready for expanded coverage
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Farmers will sell crops outside Parliament, says Rakesh Tikait

BKU leader calls upon farmers to lay siege to Delhi from all directions
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Govt. ducks question on dissolution of Commission for Air Quality Management

A much-hyped measure to tackle pollution languishes, says Jairam Ramesh
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Progress of works in Mukhya Mantri Nishchaya Yojna in Bihar not satisfactory: CAG

The report tabled in Assembly also flags deficiencies in the State medical sector
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Pleas seek central agency probe into Param Bir’s allegations against Anil Deshmukh

File FIRs against Vaze, Deshmukh, says a petition
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ED attaches ₹7.51 cr. assets in case of collecting huge service charges from nurses

The accused recruited more than 900 nurses, who were to be employed in Kuwait
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Tuesday, March 23, 2021

World Water Day: ‘High time to increase sewage treating capacity’

According to KSPCB, ‘Treated water is a resource that can bring about several positive changes’
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HC notice on plea challenging amendment to KED Act

It has been done to protect interest of political leaders: Petitioner
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‘Strict restrictions imposed to contain second wave’

No need for lockdown now: Sudhakar
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1,445 COVID-19 cases reported in Karnataka

Of the new cases, 886 were reported from Bengaluru Urban.
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Morning digest: Many killed at a shooting in Colorado supermarket, vote on resolution against Sri Lanka at UNHRC today, and more

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‘Can an IIM or IIT verify if pre-conditions to Namma Metro project were met?’

HC is expecting a reply from State and Central governments, and the Bangalore Metro Rail Corporation Ltd. (BMRCL)
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Bill on mandatory use of harvested rainwater

Recommends dual pipe system for large buildings
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Watershed project for drought-hit areas in Karnataka

State government partners with private firm
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Germany in race against time to vaccinate against COVID-19, says Angela Merkel

Germany is in a race against time to vaccinate its population against COVID-19 as infection rates rise and more transmissible variants of the coronav
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World Water Day: Cubbon Park rejuvenation project helped recharge up to 100 million litres annually

The park has 73 recharge wells while two ponds have been rejuvenated
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‘Longer gap between doses will ensure more coverage’

The Central government's directive, which states that the second dose of the Covishield vaccine can be taken between four to eight weeks, is likely to
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Multiple people killed at Colorado supermarket shooting, says police

Video posted on YouTube showed one person on the floor inside the King Soopers store and two more outside on the ground, but the extent of their injuries wasn’t clear.
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‘Arrange percolation tanks in houses for the poor’

Rallies, pledge marks World Water Day celebrations
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Afghan Foreign Minister in India for talks

Mohammed Haneef Atmar is on a three-day visit to New Delhi amid uncertainty over U.S. troop withdrawal
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Ministry ties up with UN for Jal Jeevan Mission in U.P.

The Jal Shakti Ministry entered a partnership with the United Nations Office for Project Services and the government of Denmark on Monday to help brin
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MGNREGA: Water harvesting, conservation structures starting to pay off

Workers must be allowed to participate in the actual planning exercises of the Gram Sabha, say beneficiaries
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COVID-19: Night curfew returns in Odisha, 45 infected in premier B-School

State reported 146 cases, highest daily spike in last two months
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‘AAP in talks with Opposition to fight GNCTD Bill in Rajya Sabha’

Direct Centre to withdraw legislation, AAP MP writes to Upper House Chairman
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Ministry slams Oxfam inequality index

‘The rank assigned to India and methodology adopted is not clear’
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U.T. reports one COVID-19 death

47 fresh cases detected in Puducherry
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Niger govt confirms 137 dead in village attacks near Mali

The latest village massacres come amid a dangerous escalation in attacks following the election of Niger's new President, Mohamed Bazoum, several weeks ago.
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Omar, Mehbooba slam bill on L-G’s powers in Delhi

Term legislation an attack on federal structure
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MoD signs ₹1,056 cr. contract for 1,300 LSVs

The Ministry of Defense on Monday signed a ₹1,056 crore contract with Mahindra Defence Systems Limited (MDSL) for the supply of 1,300 Light Specialis
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Monday, March 22, 2021

Four militants gunned down in encounter with security forces in Jammu and Kashmir’s Shopian

A joint party of the Shopian police, the Army’s 34 RR and the CRPF came under fire during a search operation in Manihal village, police said.
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Sharada Peetham seer visits Arasavalli temple

Visakhapatnam Sharada Peetham-Uttaradhikari Sri Swatmanandendra Saraswati Maha Swamy performed abhisekam to Lord Siva at the NTR Municipal High School
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‘Ambedkar Circle’ stickers now on city bus destination boards

A long pending demand of Dalit activists was realised recently with private city and suburban buses sporting B.R. Ambedkar Circle instead of Jyothi Ci
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Six Udupi officials clean Agumbe Ghat stretch

Garbage collected in five bags sent for scientific disposal
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‘Montage of memories’ was born during the lockdown

Trees are a recurring theme in artist S.G. Vasudev’s new series
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Coronavirus live updates | Night curfew in 8 Rajasthan cities from today

More than 6 crore doses of COVID-19 vaccine have been sent to 76 nations, while 4.5 crore doses have been administered to beneficiaries in the country till now, Union Health Minister Harsh Vardhan said on March 21.
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‘Democracy belongs to the dissenters’

Talk by Marxist political theorist and philosopher Prof. Aijaz Ahmad
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BMCRI resident doctors want COVID-19 care diversified

The Resident Doctors’ Association of Bangalore Medical College & Research Institute (BMCRI) has expressed concern over non-COVID-19 patient gettin
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Three militants gunned down in encounter with security forces in Jammu and Kashmir’s Shopian

A police official said that a gun battle broke out when the militants opened fire on the security forces.
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Fresh deluge worsens 'one in 100 year' Australia floods

Scientists have warned Australia can expect to see more frequent and more extreme weather events as a result of climate change.
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Joe Biden aims to prevent border crossings from swamping agenda

The White House dispatched Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas to four Sunday news shows in an effort to stress that it was working to get things under control.
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Morning digest: India seals Myanmar border to check influx, protesters against policing bill clash with officers in England, and more

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BMRCL to invite bids for pending metro work on Bannerghatta Road

This will push completion of Pink Line to December 2023; work was stalled after contract was terminated for poor performance
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Walkathon to save trees from nails

More than 600 people participated in the event
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Garments factories forcing workers to resign: Survey

Garment and Textiles Workers’ Union and Alternative Law Forum sampled 25 garment factories
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Traffic police launch road safety culture initiative

This is an attempt to reduce the number of fatalities in accidents
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Police officers hurt, vehicles set on fire in violent protest in Bristol, England

Thousands of demonstrators had converged on the city centre to protest against a government bill going through parliament that would give police new powers to restrict street protests.
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COVID-19 protection kits for poll officers, police

Three voters at a time in a booth
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2% quota in police force for meritorious sportspersons

The State govt. issued a final notification to this effect on March 2
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‘Set up SIT to investigate Baliga murder case’

President of Indian Rationalists Association Narendra Nayak said here on Sunday that the government should constitute a special investigation team (SI
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Governor delivers virtual talk on gender equity

Governor Tamilisai Soundararajan addressed a virtual talk on gender equity as part of diamond jubilee celebrations of State Bank Institute of Consumer
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Vaze lived in CM’s official house: Rane

BJP leader Narayan Rane on Sunday alleged that arrested Assistant Police Inspector Sachin Waze lived for the last few months in Varsha, the official r
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Central agencies may be pressuring Param Bir Singh: Congress

Party questions timing of revelations
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Sunday, March 21, 2021

Modi attacks Congress at Assam poll rally, says NDA ensured peace and development

“Congress means lies, confusion, instability.”
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COVID-19 | New infections scale fresh peak

Maharashtra, Punjab, Karnataka, Gujarat and Madhya Pradesh accounted for 77.7% of the new cases in the last 24 hours.
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Three minors killed in accident in Visakhapatnam

The incident occurred at around 1.30 a.m. on March 21.
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Bhagat Singh’s martyrdom day should be celebrated as ‘inquilab diwas’: D. Raja

This year is the 90th anniversary of martyrdom of freedom fighters Bhagat Singh, Sukhdev and Rajguru.
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Ashoka University acknowledges ‘some lapses in institutional processes’

The top functionaries of the varsity said in a joint statement with professors Pratap Bhanu Mehta and Arvind Subramanian that they regretted the events surrounding the resignations of the two.
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Woman murdered for gain in Madhavaram

The police suspect the role of a newly-joined watchman, Rakesh, in the crime as he and his wife are missing.
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COVID-19: Centre warns of ‘potential upsurge’ in cases at Kumbh Mela

A team of the Health Ministry has reported that nearly 10 to 20 pilgrims and 10 to 20 locals are being reported positive everyday during the ongoing festival.
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Noted Odissi dancer Laxmipriya Mohapatra dies at 86

Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik expressed grief over her death and paid tributes to the departed soul
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TNGDA opposes diversion of doctors for COVID-19 duty to Chennai, threatens agitation

In a letter to the Health Secretary, the association opposed the “inhumane” diversion of doctors to Chennai for COVID-19 duties and asked all medical officers to continue from their present stations.
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India has world’s fourth strongest military, finds Military Direct’s study

China has the strongest military in the world, scoring 82 out of 100 points in the index, it noted.
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COVID-19: India sees highest daily tally of cases this year

Registering an increase for the 11th day in a row, the total active caseload has increased to 3,09,087, which now comprises 2.66% of the total infections, while the recovery rate has further dropped to 95.96%, the data stated.
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200 fresh COVID-19 cases in capital

The district recorded 200 COVID-19 cases and 185 recoveries as the number of active cases rose to 1,949 on Saturday. The death toll remained at 859.Th
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Working group meeting on Nagaland job reservation fails to arrive at any solution

The working group comprises of 15-member working group comprising seven members of the cabinet sub-committee and one each member from the eight civil society organizations.
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Coronavirus live updates | Puducherry shuts schools till May 31 as cases spike

India reported 40,953 new coronavirus infections in the last 24 hours, the highest single-day rise in 111 days.
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‘Jagan revelling in political vendetta’

‘State’s ranking in socio-economic indicators has slipped’
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Meteor streaks over Cuba, causes explosion

What is believed to be a meteor lit the sky over eastern Cuba and caused an explosion, scientists on the island said on Saturday. There were no repo
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Morning: Maharashtra Minister Deshmukh sought ₹100 crore a month, says ex-Mumbai police chief; Congress vows to scrap CAA in Assam, and more

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Move to provide comprehensive vascular care in four centres

Aster Ramesh Hospitals to collaborate with Stanford Health Care
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BDA plans to give sludge from Varthur lake to farmers

Officials waiting for KSPCB report to provide silt from Bellandur lake for agricultural purposes
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Joe Biden is on his heels amid a migrant surge at Mexico border

While the administration was working on immigration legislation to address long-term problems, it didn’t have an on-the-ground plan to manage a surge of migrants
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Icelandic volcano subsiding after first eruption in 900 years

The eruption occurred on Friday, lighting up the night sky with a crimson glow as hundreds of small earthquakes shook the area.
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The Hindu Explains | Why do the Centre and the Mizoram government differ on Myanmar refugees issue?

Why is the Centre’s directive at odds with the State government’s stand on the influx?
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Letter on Anil Deshmukh from unverified email ID: CMO

Letter was not signed, says statement
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Saturday, March 20, 2021

Turkey pulls out of landmark treaty protecting women from violence

Conservatives had claimed the charter damages family unity, encourages divorce and that its references to equality were being used by the LGBT community to gain broader acceptance in society.
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Tuberculosis detection in Karnataka takes a hit

The reason is shortage in supply of CBNAAT cartridges
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Coronavirus live updates | Five States account for 80% of new infections

Three States — Maharashtra, Kerala and Punjab account for 76.48% of India’s total active cases currently with the country on Friday reporting 39,726 new COVID-19 cases
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COMEDK to stick to counselling schedule

It will not wait for the Karnataka Examinations Authority (KEA) to conduct counselling sessions
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Bengaluru firm to make 200 million doses of Russian vaccine

The parties intend to commence supply from the third quarter of 2021
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Kerala Assembly election | Poll has candidates smitten by WhatsApp

Each candidate has own group that serves as a reach-out mechanism
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Mass evacuations as rains cause record flooding in Australia

The Bureau of Meteorology reported flooding levels surpassing record 2013 floods along the Hastings River outside Port Macquarie, about 400 kilometres north of Sydney.
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CBI’s investigation against IPS officer was illegal: HC

Quashes FIR, charge sheet, sanctions for investigation and prosecution against Hemant Nimbalkar
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Increasing temperature starts pushing up demand for power

4,000 MW temporary shortage in generation
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COVID-19: Colleges urge hostel residents to return home

Some are making an exception for students from distant places
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Morning Digest: States can pass resolutions against Central laws, Supreme Court says; Health Minister reiterates safety of vaccines, and more

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As cases rise, Karnataka appoints nodal officers for COVID-19 surveillance and monitoring

Urban Development Secretary Tushar Girinath is the nodal officer for monitoring the functioning of Apthamitra helpline
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Coronavirus | 70% of COVID-19 cases in Bengaluru have travel history

Detailed analysis also reveals that patients are not isolating themselves
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Two additional judges for Chhattisgarh HC

President Ram Nath Kovind on Friday appointed two additional judges to the Chhattisgarh High Court.A Law Ministry notification said Narendra Kumar Vya
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CBI conducts surprise checks in 25 States and UTs

The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) on Friday conducted joint surprise checks in more than 25 States and Union Territories, involving 30 agenci
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Mediterranean Ministers to discuss European Union migration policies

Italy, Spain, Malta, Cyprus and Greece created the “MED 5” group last year in an effort to form a united front within the European Union
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AstraZeneca vaccinations resume in Europe after clot scare

The suspensions came after reports of blood clots in some recipients of the vaccine, even though international health agencies urged govts to press ahead with the shot, saying the benefits outweighed the risks
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Enforce COVID safe behaviour, MHA to States

Home Secretary’s letter flags sudden surge in cases
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Biden, Harris offering solace to grieving Asian-Americans in visit to Atlanta

“Hate can have no safe harbour in America,” President Joe Biden said, calling on Americans to stand up to bigotry when they see it.
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Coronavirus | Over 4 crore vaccine doses administered so far: Centre

India has administered more than four crore COVID-19 vaccination doses so far, the Health Ministry said in a release.A total of 4,11,55,978 vaccine do
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Tesla cars banned from China's military complexes on security concerns: sources

Tesla drivers must not park on military property; residents of military housing notified this week: sources
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Bombay HC allows woman to question legality of father’s second marriage

The Bombay High Court recently held that a daughter could question the legality of her father’s second marriage in court.A division Bench of Justices
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Three from Tripura held for selling marijuana

Personnel from the Koyambedu police station on Thursday arrested three persons from Tripura, including a woman, for allegedly possessing ganja for the
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Friday, March 19, 2021

Parliament proceedings live | Session in both Houses to begin at 11 a.m.

Lok Sabha to discuss The Mines and Minerals (Development and Regulation) Amendment Bill, 2021 and The Constitution (Scheduled Castes) Order (Amendment) Bill, 2021.
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Coronavirus live upates | Centre’s move to stop vaccine exports might affect U.K.: Adar Poonawalla

The Health Ministry said Maharashtra alone accounts for 61.8% of the country's daily new cases (17,864), followed by Kerala (1,970) and Punjab (1,463).
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Hit-and-run turns out to be a case of murder

Traffic police arrest victim’s wife and son who hired a taxi driver for the crime
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Lukewarm response to Vayu Vajra online booking service

On an average, 80 people are availing the facility each day
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Centre says no to vaccination points in old age homes, care facilities

Personnel who run such facilities say the refusal is unreasonable
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Betterment fee to be slashed, UDD clears confusion

Property owners in the city relieved that they will no longer have to pay a hefty betterment fee multiple times
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Morning Digest: Roads to be freed of toll booths in a year, says Nitin Gadkari; EU drug regulator backs AstraZeneca vaccine against COVID-19 after safety investigation, and more

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Three arrested in lottery scam

They were paid a commission for cheating people: Police
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Three new COVID-19 clusters emerge in Yelahanka zone

Contact tracing is proving to be a nightmare as one family visited ISKCON temple, say health officers
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Meat dishes make a comeback in Valley

Mutton dealers end 10-month deadlock over pricing
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Blaze in waste processing plant at Doddabidarakallu

No major damage, says BBMP official
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CBI arrests two in chit-fund scam case

The company directors have been absconding since 2017
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Cattle smuggling case: Trinamool leader’s property attached

The Enforcement Directorate has attached immovable property of Trinamool Congress youth wing leader Vinay Mishra and his brother Vikas Mishra in conne
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New Assam plant species may aid anti-cancer battle

Members of this group have a secondary metabolite used in colon cancer: Expert
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U.S., China spar in first face-to-face meeting of Biden admin

In unusually pointed remarks for a staid diplomatic meeting, U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken and Chinese Communist Party foreign affairs chief Yang Jiechi took aim at each other’s countries’ policies
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Woman gangraped by four in Barabanki

Among the accused is son of a rival contestant in panchayat polls which the victim’s father is contesting
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France announces soft new virus restrictions in Paris region

Prime Minister Jean Castex announced the new rules, which will take effect as of midnight on March 19 and last for at least four weeks
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Jan Shatabdi train runs in reverse direction for over 20 km

The Railways has suspended a loco pilot and a guard after the Purnagiri Jan Shatabdi express train travelled in the reverse direction for over 20 km a
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Parliament proceedings | Article 370: BJP, Opposition spar over events in J&K

A fire lit by government: NC. Ambedkar, Syama Prasad Mookerjee opposed it: Minister
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U.S.-Russia ties nosedive after Biden-Putin tit-for-tat

The back and forth underscored Joe Biden's desire to distance himself from former President Donald Trump's perceived softness on Vladimir Putin
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Coronavirus | Maharashtra contributing 60% of active case load: Health Ministry

28,903 new cases reported in the last 24 hours along with 188 deaths, it says
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Divided House OKs Democrats’ bill helping Dreamer immigrants

On a near party-line 228-197 vote, lawmakers on March 18 approved one bill offering legal status to around two million Dreamers, and hundreds of thousands of other migrants
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Indo-Pak outreach, a telling indictment of our stand: Omar

We are called anti-national when we call for the dialogue, says former J&K CM
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Thursday, March 18, 2021

India expected to register largest increase in child and maternal deaths in South Asia in 2020: United Nations

A UN report also noted that India could spend nearly $10 billion on COVID-19 testing and healthcare utilisation by September 2021, the biggest share of the overall costs in the region.
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Arvind Subramanian resigns from Ashoka University after P.B. Mehta’s exit

He says he has been devastated by circumstances involving professor’s resignation
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India has assured support at U.N. Human Rights Council, says Sri Lanka’s Foreign Secretary

Jayanath Colombage’s statement comes just days before member countries vote on a new resolution on the island nation’s rights record.
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Atlanta attacks | Hundreds of Asian Americans turn to social media to air their anger, fear, hopelessness

From Phoenix to Philadelphia, Asian American organisations nationwide organised events aimed at showing unity.
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Helicopter crash kills 9 Afghan troops in central province

In a statement, it said that four crew members of the MI-17 helicopter along with five security personnel were killed in the crash, in the Behsud district of Maidan Wradak province
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Women greengrocers plan to dump vegetables on Manipur streets

The move was to protest the failure of the government to allot market places after the all-woman markets were shut down last year in the wake of COVID-19.
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India reports highest single day COVID spike in 24 hours this year

India, on Thursday, reported its highest single day spike, this year, in new COVID cases with 35,871 cases and 172 deaths in the last 24 hours, as pe
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Russia recalls envoy after Joe Biden says 'killer' Putin will 'pay the price'

Tensions between the former Cold War rivals have soared in recent months over hacking allegations and U.S. demands that Russia free Alexei Navalny.
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News Analysis | Austin visit may allay some concerns about Indo-Pacific and Afghanistan

Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin is heading towards New Delhi after Seoul and Secretary of State Antony Blinken will fly to Anchorage, Alaska, for a meeting with Chinese officials.
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Parliament proceedings | Insurance (Amendment) Bill to be taken up in RS today

Lok Sabha on Thursday will take up the Constitution (Scheduled Castes) Order (Amendment) Bill, while Rajya Sabha is scheduled to discuss the Insurance
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Coronavirus live: Restrictions back in Ahmedabad amidst surge in cases

You can track coronavirus cases, deaths and testing rates at the national and State levels here. A list of State Helpline numbers is available as well
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₹8.04 lakh ‘stolen’ from Veeravasaram police station

Unidentified persons allegedly stole ₹8.04 lakh cash from the Veeravasaram police station, under Palakol Rural Circle limits in West Godavari district
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As rivers go dry, many areas around Imphal run out of treated water

The water level at the Singda dam, which supplies potable water to vast areas including Imphal city, has gone down alarmingly.
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Morning Digest: Centre says no decision on national NRIC till now, Tanzania’s President John Magufuli dies at 61, and more

A select list of stories to read before you start your day
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Violent extremists pose ‘elevated threat’ to U.S., says intelligence report

The report says the most lethal threat is presented by racially motivated violent extremists.
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Sex addiction may have driven suspect in Georgia spa shootings, says officials

While preliminary investigations appeared to suggest the suspect was not motivated by racial hatred, officials said it was still too early to know with certainty and the probe was still ongoing.
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Farmers’ protest | Make the farmers’ movement part of your daily life: Naresh Tikait

BKU chief appeals for more people like Meghalaya Governor Satya Pal Malik to support farmers
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Radio show launched in J&K as public-govt. interface

In a novel initiative, the J&K government on Wednesday announced a radio programme, ‘Awaam Ki Baat’, to create a new interface to redress the grie
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Allow Haffkine to produce vaccine: Uddhav Thackeray to Centre

Maharashtra Chief Minister Uddhav Thackeray on Wednesday urged the Centre to grant permission to State-owned Haffkine Bio-Pharmaceutical Corporation L
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No decision taken on Nita Ambani’s appointment: BHU

Reliance also denies existence of any such proposal; the initial announcement was met with protests by students
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