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11.02 / 01:31
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Surveillance or security? Digi Yatra app divides opinion on facial scanning
Social media has been flooded with complaints of how people are being coerced into using the Digi Yatra app, which uses facial scanning biometrics. Is it really risky? And what do the stakeholders have to say about it? Suraksha P finds out. Akshay Gupta recently posted on social media platform X (previously Twitter) that he was denied entry at the Varanasi airport because he “did not follow the Digi Yatra lane”.
10.02 / 19:41
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'Delhi Chalo' call: 3 Union ministers to hold another meeting with farmer leaders on Feb 12
Piyush Goyal, Arjun Munda and Nityanand Rai — will arrive in Chandigarh on February 12 to hold talks with a deputation of the Samyukta Kisan Morcha (Non-Political) and the Kisan Mazdoor Morcha. The meeting will be held at the Mahatma Gandhi State Institute of Public Administration in Sector 26 here, a day before the farmers' proposed 'Delhi Chalo' march. Pandher also shared the letter inviting them to hold the talks in Chandigarh.
10.02 / 19:41
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Locals complain of 'gas leak', eye irritation in parts of north and east Delhi
east Delhi when locals and commuters complained of eye irritation and suffocation on Saturday evening, officials said. Calls were made to the fire department about a "gas leak", but officials could not confirm finding any suspicious gas. Delhi Police said anti-riots mock drill exercise was conducted at Yamuna Khadar, which falls between some parts of east and north Delhi. An officer said it appeared that the smoke due to tear gas shell might have been behind the incident, but added that it was not yet verified.
10.02 / 16:21
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Women hit each other with slippers aboard Bengaluru bus; video sparks outrage
female passengers over the window of the bus. One woman complained that the passenger sitting on the seat behind her was opening the window which caused her inconvenience. As the slipper fight grew intense, the passengers of the bus stepped in and asked the conductor to remove them from the bus.
10.02 / 15:03
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Delhi brings draft policy for decongesting city by relocating logistics infra to city's periphery
Delhi government has come up with a draft policy aiming to decongest the city by setting up a network of freight villages and micro-delivery hubs and relocating logistics infrastructure to the periphery of the national capital, officials said on Saturday. Around 1.93 lakh vehicles enter Delhi and leave the city every day. Out of these, about 79 per cent vehicles have business inside the city like unloading of goods and carrying finished products and commodities to various parts of the country. It is estimated that the goods vehicle traffic will increase to about 5.13 lakh trucks by 2042 in the city, according to the policy document. The 'City Logistics Policy' draft has been put in public domain by the Industries department for having feedback of stakeholders like transporters, logistics agencies, traders and industry before finalising and notifying the policy, officials said.
10.02 / 15:01
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Karnataka news: Doctor opts for pre-wedding shoot in operation theatre at Chitradurga, gets fired. Watch
ALSO READ: Delhi Man who went missing 2 decades ago returns to mother as 'monk'. Watch video During the surgery, laughter from camerapersons and technicians added more controversy on the nature of the video.
10.02 / 02:21
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Cold wave alert in THESE states today; IMD predicts light rainfall for next five days. Check full forecast here
rainfall activity likely over Central India during 10th-13th and East India during 13th-15th February, 2024." The weather office also observed cold waves in isolated pockets of Punjab and Himachal Pradesh, the bulletin read. - Light isolated rainfall/snowfall very likely over Arunachal Pradesh and Sub-Himalayan West Bengal & Sikkim on 09th February, 2024.
10.02 / 02:09
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Delhi: BJP MP Manoj Tiwari flags off special train from Shahdara to Ayodhya Dham
BJP MP Manoj Tiwari flagged off a special train from Shahdara to Ayodhya Dham on Friday. Tiwari, a Lok Sabha member from North East Delhi constituency, said all arrangements are being made by the BJP so that passengers don't face any inconvenience. «After 500 years, Lord Ram has come to the temple, and a lot of devotees want a darshan (sighting of the deity). Many trains from Delhi are bound for Ayodhya Dham. In this sequence, we have arranged for 1,504 devotees from Naveen Shahdara to Shri Ram Lalla in Ayodhya Dham. We have ensured that passengers don't face any inconvenience,» Tiwari told on Friday.
10.02 / 01:18
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If chicken is cheaper, why should eggs cost so much?
Crisil. “However, egg prices increased moderately by 4% on-year while the variation on-month is reported to be a 2% decline in January. Egg prices are typically regulated in the entire country by National Egg Coordination Committee and, hence, tend to show lower volatility," Sharma added.
09.02 / 20:47
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Omaxe Q3 Results: Posts Rs 72 cr loss for Dec qtr; reappoints Mohit Goel as MD
Omaxe Ltd on Friday reported a consolidated loss of Rs 71.77 crore for the quarter ended in December 2023. Its loss stood at Rs 109.11 crore in the year-ago period. Total income from operations rose to Rs 601.90 crore in the third quarter of this fiscal year from Rs 253.81 crore in the year-ago period, according to a regulatory filing.
09.02 / 20:45
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How can I Refuse: Jayant Chaudhary on joining BJP-led NDA for Lok Sabha polls
Bharat Ratna, the highest civilian award to former PM Chaudhary Charan Singh, was the moment RLD leader Jayant Chaudhary was waiting for. Chaudhary, who was not visible for the past one week amid speculations of his party joining NDA, surfaced on Friday and thanked Prime Minister Narendra Modi for the honour given to his grandfather. «This is a big day. It is an emotional and memorable moment for me. I thank the President, the Government of India and especially Prime Minister Narendra Modi. This has sent a big message to the entire country. The sentiments of the country are related to this decision of the government,» Chaudhary told media persons in Delhi. «Modiji has proved that he understands the basic sentiments of the country.» On a question of whether he is ready to join hands with BJP, Chaudhary simply said: «Is there anything left to be done? How can I refuse.» With this, the process of RLD joining the NDA in UP is complete. Sources told ET that a seat-sharing agreement has been reached between the two parties. As part of the deal, RLD will get two Lok Sabha seats — Baghpat and Bijnor — and one Rajya Sabha nomination. It will also get one cabinet position in UP and one MLC seat. Sources told ET that RLD will name senior party leader Sompal Shashtri for the RS seat given by the BJP.
09.02 / 19:04
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Hyderabad to become one of the most promising realty destinations in India – Here’s why
The real estate sector is observably one of the most fragmented sectors in the country, engaging a large workforce and contributing around 7% to Indian GDP. Metro cities such as Mumbai and Delhi-NCR are gaining maximum traction due to being a hub for businesses. However, compared to other competitive metro markets, Hyderabad is set to become the most promising real estate destination in the country. As per a recent industry report, Hyderabad, along with Mumbai and Pune, will be driving growth in the real estate sector in 2024. The following are some of the key factors that will propel the city’s real estate to the next level in 2024.
09.02 / 18:57
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Jungle Ventures in talks to make twin investments
Mint. Jungle's investment in Walko Food is estimated to be more than $7 million, one of the people said. However, Mint was not able to procure the size of the investment in TAE.
09.02 / 18:56
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ArcelorMittal Nippon Steel, IOC agree to appoint arbitrator in Essar Steel case
NEW DELHI : ArcelorMittal Nippon Steel and Indian Oil Corp (IOC) informed the Supreme Court on Friday that they have agreed to appoint an arbitrator to settle their dispute involving Essar Steel. Both sides urged the apex court to set aside the Delhi high court's judgment, which has been challenged in the current petition. The legal counsels requested the court to refrain from passing further orders in the case.
09.02 / 18:56
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Insurance companies under IT scanner, likely to receive tax notices worth ₹25,000 crore: Report
₹25,000 crore in the coming months, reported Moneycontrol. Also Read: Financial services secy meets private insurers, discusses key issues According to the MC report, the Central Board of Direct Taxes (CBDT) is doing a reassessment of the tax paid by insurance companies in certain years before April 1, 2023. All the income tax notices will be sent to the insurance companies which paid extra commission during the period, by March this year.
09.02 / 18:27
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Delhi tops crypto investment with young investors driving surge
Delhi continued to assert its dominance in India's cryptocurrency adoption landscape, maintaining its lead in terms of the value invested. This was followed by the IT hubs Bangalore and Hyderabad. Recent data from CoinSwitch report reveals that Delhi boasts the highest percentage of cryptocurrency investors in the country. However, the phenomenon extends beyond Delhi's borders, with other cities like Hyderabad, Pune, and Jaipur also witnessing a surge in crypto adoption.
09.02 / 11:35
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Gurgaon’s Upcoming Hubs: Thriving centers for investment and development
Gurgaon is undergoing rapid development, and the city positions itself for significant growth and transformation. Several areas within Gurgaon are transforming into lucrative hubs, offering opportunities and holding immense potential for investors and residents. As the city experiences economic growth, sector 89 and the other sectors in the vicinity especially have emerged as the prime location, presenting compelling investment opportunities. This area is coupled with well-connected infrastructure, positioning the region as an ideal choice for investment. The skyscrapers, rapid urbanization, and strategic location attract businesses, professionals, and residents. The strategic development emerging in this city makes it an appealing prospect for those seeking to capitalize on its upward trajectory.
06.02 / 05:50
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A Chicken Fight Wings Its Way to High Court
NEW DELHI—Butter chicken is among India’s most famous culinary exports. The fragrant, creamy curry has been adapted into pizzas in the U.S., a poutine topping in Canada and a pie filling in Australia. There is a “World Butter Chicken Day." Now butter chicken is at the center of a saucy real-life drama roiling India.
02.02 / 12:11
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Dharaksha Ecosolutions Addresses Crop Residue Burning and Plastic Pollution with its Biodegradable Packaging Material
Dharaksha Ecosolutions, a Faridabad-based start-up, specializes in mycelium-based biodegradable packaging. It is among the seven revenue-generating start-ups selected under Cisco and Social Alpha’s Krishi Mangal second edition cohort, a scale-up accelerator program launched in 2021 to support start-ups in agriculture and allied livelihoods.
29.01 / 15:23
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Golden line metro: DMRC changes colour code of upcoming Delhi Aerocity–Tughlakabad Metro corridor
DMRC said in a release. The Delhi Metro Rail Corporation has implemented a system of color-coded distinctions across its operational corridors to facilitate convenient identification for passengers.
29.01 / 14:03
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NewsClick case: Delhi court extends judicial custody of Prabir Purkayastha, Amit Chakravarty
Delhi court on Monday extended the judicial custody of NewsClick founder and editor-in-chief Prabir Purkayastha and HR department head Amit Chakravarty in a case lodged under anti-terror law UAPA over allegations that the news portal received money to spread pro-China propaganda. While Purkayastha is an accused in the case, former co-accused Chakravarty recently turned approver in the matter. Additional Sessions Judge Hardeep Kaur on Monday extended their judicial custody till February 17, 2024.
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