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17.12 / 05:59
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Science-based targets could hold the key to feeding the world
global market together is already proving tricky. Hence, to keep a lid on inflation at home amid a drop in yields, the government placed export curbs on crops like rice, wheat, sugarcane and onions. India, thus, needs to drastically boost its farmland yields.
16.12 / 19:43
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India suffered immensely due to cross-border terrorism: Amb Ruchira Kamboj
UN has told the Security Council, in a veiled reference to Pakistan. India's Permanent Representative to the UN Ambassador, Ruchira Kamboj, made the remarks on Friday at the Security Council open debate on Small Arms.
15.12 / 16:29
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28 Indian students deported from US to India this year
Indian students were deported from the US to India this year, the government said in Lok Sabha on Friday. Minister of State for External Affairs V Muraleedharan said the government has regularly expressed its concerns to the authorities in the US regarding such instances. «According to information available with the ministry, 28 Indian students were deported from the US to India in 2023,» he said replying to a question.
15.12 / 14:57
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Kolkata Police announces 4th edition of 'Safe Drive, Safe Life' half-marathon in January with ace athlete Colin Jackson in attendance
Half-Marathon on January 21, 2024, announced Kolkata Commissioner of Police Vineet Kumar Goyal on Friday. Ace athlete Colin Jackson was present at an event organised by Kolkata Police today. “It is a pleasant occasion that we are announcing this year’s Half-Marathon. We got inspiration from the Tata Marathon.
15.12 / 13:03
15.12 / 12:49
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Over 32 cr people have been screened for oral, breast, cervical cancer at Ayushman Arogya Mandirs
oral cancer, 8.88 crore for breast cancer and 4.96 crore for cervical cancer, the government informed Parliament on Friday. In a written response to a question in the Lok Sabha, Union Health Minister Mansukh Mandaviya said population-based prevention, screening and management for non-communicable diseases (NCDs), including common cancers such as oral, breast and cervical cancer, is conducted at the Ayushman Arogya Mandir as a part of the comprehensive primary healthcare under the National Health Mission (NHM).
15.12 / 08:23
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Pradhan Mantri Mudra Yojana (PMMY): Eligibility, benefits, other details
The Pradhan Mantri Mudra Yojana (PMMY) is one of the flagship schemes of the Union government to encourage self-employment. Under PMMY, collateral-free institutional credit up to ₹10 lakh is provided by Member Lending Institutions (MLIs) i.e. Scheduled Commercial Banks (SCBs), Regional Rural Banks (RRBs), Non-Banking Financial Companies (NBFCs) and Micro Finance Institutions (MFIs).
15.12 / 08:23
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Your Questions Answered: What are corporate FDs and how are they different from bank FDs?
Fixed deposits (FDs) are one of the most popular investment options in India. They offer guaranteed returns, safety of capital and easy liquidity. However, not all FDs are the same. There are different types of FDs offered by different entities, such as banks, non-banking finance companies, post offices, and corporates.
15.12 / 00:35
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New industrial policy goes on the back-burner
NEW DELHI : The wait for India’s new industrial policy just got longer with the government expected to take a fresh look at it following global supply chain shifts, greater urgency on the green agenda, and geo-political developments, two people aware of the matter said. Late last year, the Union commerce ministry had circulated the draft of Industrial Policy 2022—Make in India for the World, aimed to replace the 1991 policy. The draft aimed to address challenges faced by the industry through policy measures to foster and create an innovative and competitive ecosystem.
15.12 / 00:35
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Zerodha's Nikhil Kamath-backed Third Wave Coffee lays off 120 employees: Report
startup raised $35 million in its Series C funding round led by Creaegis, a private equity firm, Westbridge Capital and Udaan’s Sujeet Kumar, said the report. The report added that there was no written communication informing employees about the headcount reduction, and it was all done in-person at Third Wave’s office, according to people aware of the developments.
14.12 / 17:39
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NHS nurse, healthcare worker jailed after sedating patients for an "easy shift" and "amusement”
Blackpool Victoria Hospital in Lancashire from February 2017 to November 2018. The healthcare professionals sedated patients for an «easy shift» and «amusement.” At Preston Crown Court, Judge Robert Altham pronounced the sentence for the duo, emphasizing their obligation to safeguard and nurture their highly vulnerable patients. However, they chose to exploit them, turning their responsibilities into a means of leisure and exercising contemptuous power. Hudson, identified as the primary offender, received a prison term of seven years and two months.
14.12 / 17:10
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Efficient state intervention can help prevent gender-based violence in India
United Nations data over the past decade has maintained that as many as one in three women globally have experienced physical and/or sexual violence. Indian women too reel from exposure to risks of gender-based violence (GBV), exacerbated by an entrenched patriarchy and limited state capacity to intervene. To its credit, India has enacted strong legislative frameworks to instil deterrence against GBV and provide survivors with protective support.
14.12 / 17:10
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Fraud alert: Govt warns of work abroad scams, shares tips to identify fake job offers
overseas job seekers being cheated by unregistered recruitment agents by fake job offers and also overcharging to the tune of ₹2-5 lakh". The ministry mentioned that "many illegal agents operate through Facebook, Whatsapp, text message and other such mediums". It said, "These agencies provide little or no details of their whereabouts and contacts." "They usually communicate only through Whatsapp, making it difficult to ascertain the location and identity of the caller and genuineness of the job offer.
14.12 / 17:09
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₹3 trillion power distribution scheme may get extension
NEW DELHI : The government may extend a scheme aimed at strengthening India’s power distribution infrastructure beyond its intended five-year duration as it seeks to connect more households, especially in rural areas, to the electricity grid. The Revamped Distribution Sector Scheme (RDSS), which has an outlay of ₹3 trillion for financial years 2021-22 to 2025-26, may now be extended beyond the five-year period to support increasing demand for electrification, two people aware of the matter said. “RDSS may continue for another five years.
14.12 / 17:07
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$4.7 billion European fintech firm Pleo appoints new CFO, pointing to IPO hopes
Danish fintech firm Pleo has appointed a new chief financial officer, the company told CNBC exclusively, beefing up its executive team — a sign the company is readying itself for an eventual initial public offering.
14.12 / 15:20
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High premiums prevent 3 out of 10 people from buying health insurance, survey finds
Three out of ten individuals do not purchase health insurance due to the high premiums associated with it, according to a recent survey conducted by Pristyn Care. Furthermore, the research revealed that approximately 34% of individuals lack awareness about the various options available for health insurance.
14.12 / 15:15
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Why you could be paying more tax in 2024
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14.12 / 15:14
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Atal Pension Yojana subscribers count cross 6-crore mark; 79 lakh enrolments this fiscal. Check benefits, other details
The total enrolment under the Atal Pension Yojana (APY) has crossed 6 crore, with over 79 lakh enrolments in the current Financial Year. This feat of bringing in the most vulnerable sections of society under the coverage of pension has been made possible with the untiring efforts of all banks.
14.12 / 15:14
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How does insurance fraud affect consumers? Here are 4 ways to avoid them
The rise of insurance fraud in India is a troubling issue, as innocent policyholders are increasingly falling victim to fraudulent activities. According to Deloitte's Insurance Fraud Survey 2023, the Indian insurance sector has witnessed a substantial surge in fraudulent activities within the life and health insurance domains. Around 60% of respondents noted a significant increase in fraud, with an additional 10% reporting a marginal rise.
14.12 / 14:26
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Stock market today: After Dow hits unprecedented heights, Wall Street points still higher
Wall Street pointed toward gains one day after a powerful rally sent the Dow Jones Industrial Average to a record high as the Federal Reserve indicated that interest rate cuts are likely next year
12.12 / 13:55
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Private Banks should increase participation in financial inclusion schemes: DFS secretary Vivek Joshi
Vivek Joshi said on Tuesday that banks will have to operationalize inoperative accounts, encourage nominations, and create awareness about cyber fraud. There can be more penetration of PM Jeevan Jyoti Bima Yojana and PM Suraksha Bheema Yojana, he said, making a case for increased participation from private banks in the government's flagship financial inclusion schemes.
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