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Union Minister Arjun Ram Meghwal is expected to introduce the Readjustment of Representation of Scheduled Tribes in Assembly Constituencies of the State of Goa Bill, 2024, which aims to reserve seats for Scheduled Tribes in Goa and rescind seats in the Legislative Assembly. «The Bill for enabling reservation of seats in accordance with article 332 of the Constitution for effective democratic participation of members of Scheduled Tribes and to provide for the readjustment of seats in the Legislative Assembly of the State of Goa, in so far as such readjustment is necessitated by inclusion of certain communities in the list of the Scheduled Tribes in the State of Goa and for matters connected therewith or incidental thereto, be taken into consideration,» the legislative business reads. Additionally, Union Minister Rajiv Pratap Rudy will introduce a Bill to amend the Mental Healthcare Act, 2017, and the Mental Healthcare (Amendment) Bill, 2024. Other key presentations include the Committee on Estimates' Sixth Report on promoting climate-resilient agriculture and the Standing Committee on Housing and Urban Affairs' Fifth Report on regional rapid transit systems.

Subscribe to enjoy similar stories. While brains are wracked over the global impact of US tariffs, what has left many particularly zapped is the inclusion of a group of remote islands in its target list. Heard and McDonald Islands near Antarctica is listed as a place whose goods shipped to the US will now attract a 10% import levy.

The leaders discussed ways to boost cooperation in areas like trade, investment, tourism, culture, and education, with a focus on linking India's northeastern states with Thailand. «Today, we have decided to elevate our relations to the level of a Strategic Partnership,» Modi said following his talks with Shinawatra in Bangkok on the eve of the BIMSTEC Summit. At a joint press conference after the talks, Modi stated: «In the Indo-Pacific, we both support a free, open, inclusive, and rules-based order.

Piramal Finance raised more than ₹2,300 crore ($265 million) through an external commercial borrowing (ECB) facility. The loan was led by Standard Chartered Bank, The Hongkong and Shanghai Banking Corporation (HSBC), Sumitomo Mitsui Banking Corporation, and First Abu Dhabi Bank. The floating-rate loan is priced just under 9%, around 15-20 bps lower than the prevailing domestic market rate. «The facility has a 3-year tenor and is fully hedged to mitigate forex and interest rate risks,» said a banker. «Landed cost of funds is more competitive compared to domestic borrowing rates, making it an attractive financing option for Piramal Finance.» Loan has a greenshoe option, allowing it to be upsized to $300 million.

Telugu Desam Party (TDP) has decided to propose that state governments be allowed to decide on non-Muslim members in State Waqf Boards as the controversial Waqf (Amendment) Bill comes for introduction and passage in Lok Sabha on Wednesday. The party has decided to take a nuanced stand on the floor of the House after detailed meetings at Andhra Pradesh chief minister N Chandrababu Naidu’s residence late on Tuesday night. According to sources, Naidu consulted legal experts and decided that the party will support the bill but the Lok Sabha MPs will propose the change in their speeches.

Infosys co-founder Nandan Nilekani has proposed a revolutionary solution: the tokenisation of land. He suggests digitising land titles and making them tradable on a blockchain ledger, like stocks or bonds. This could transform dormant assets into active resources, making it easier for landowners to access capital for business ventures or loans. However, Sridhar Vembu, founder of Zoho Corporation, has raised a critical counterpoint. In a recent post on X (formerly Twitter), Vembu expressed his concerns about the potential dangers of turning land into a liquid asset. While Nilekani envisions a future where landowners can unlock the value of their property, Vembu fears that increased liquidity could lead to exploitation, especially among vulnerable individuals.

The deposit protection limit is the maximum amount of money the FSCS protects if a depositor's bank, building society, or credit union becomes insolvent. It has remained at £85,000, per person, per institution since 2017. FCA and PRA ditch plans to progress with diversity and inclusion targets The proposed increase accounts for inflation over the past seven years and aims to reassure consumers about the security of their deposits in UK-authorised financial institutions. If implemented, the new limit will apply to firms that fail from 1 December 2025. PRA deputy governor for prudent...

MI, struggling with a 0-2 start to the season, will be hoping to secure their first win in front of their home crowd. On the other hand, KKR, the defending champions, are brimming with confidence after a commanding victory over Rajasthan Royals. With both teams dealing with their share of injuries and form concerns, here’s a look at the likely playing XIs for the match and key predictions for your Dream11 Fantasy teams.

Government sources told TOI that ministries pitching for new sectors under the PLI scheme have been asked to go back to the drawing board and revise their proposals with a 360-degree perspective. Footwear, toys, textiles, and speciality chemicals were among the sectors seeking inclusion under the scheme, which aims to build a large domestic production base to cater to both local and export markets.

Indian bonds surged to the highest in nearly a decade this financial year, mitigating the impact of sustained equity outflows barring the last ten days of March, as the country's inclusion in major international sovereign debt indices and North Block's robust fiscal discipline help expand the global market for local debt. Foreign institutional investors (FIIs) have pumped ₹1.43 lakh crore into Indian debt in FY25 — the highest ever recorded since FY15, showed data compiled by IndiaBonds.

Ayushman Bharat Pradhan Mantri Jan Arogya Yojana (AB-PMJAY). The findings were presented at the National Disability Network (NDN) Meeting last week, where civil society groups and disability rights organisations from over 20 states convened to discuss pressing issues faced by the community. The survey, conducted under the 'Ayushman for All' campaign by the National Centre for Promotion of Employment for Disabled People (NCPEDP), gathered responses from more than 5,000 persons with disabilities across 34 states and union territories. Despite the scheme's aim of providing health coverage to vulnerable populations, only 28 per cent of disabled respondents reported having applied for it.

Reason: the seasoned civil servant apparently had no idea that there was such a facility as a 'reply' button which would result in paperless interlocution. Much water has flowed down the sluggish Yamuna since then, but many of those in government, both politicians and bureaucrats, remain unfamiliar with technology.

Samvardhana Motherson International Ltd (SMIL) advanced 3.8% to their intraday high of Rs 137 on the BSE after the company stated that the recently announced US tariffs on imported products, including automotive components, are not expected to materially impact its financials at present. In a regulatory filing on Thursday, SMIL informed exchanges that a significant portion of its products supplied to U.S. customers are either manufactured domestically within the U.S. or are compliant with the United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA). Based on this, the company has assessed that the Executive Orders issued by the U.S. government imposing tariffs are unlikely to have a significant financial effect.

Oxford English Dictionary (OED) has officially recognized two culturally significant words in its latest update—spice bag from Ireland and gigil from the Philippines. The OED recognizes these words because of their cultural significance that reflects their impact on daily spoken language. For about 20 years, the spice bag has ruled Irish fast-food establishments, while gigil demonstrates the Filipino emotion of deep cuteness or affection.

fog enveloped New Zealand’s Christchurch airport on Thursday (March 27) disrupting flight operations and throwing the travel plans of thousands of travellers out of gear. Airlines operating from Christchurch airport either cancelled or delayed their flights due to fog. According to a Christchurch Airport spokesperson, two flights were delayed at 8.40am on Thursday while by 10am the airport's website reported flights coming to Christchurch from Auckland and Nelson were cancelled. Among the affected airlines were Jetstar, which had to delay its flight from Auckland, and Air New Zealand. The latter had to cancel its flight to Invercargill due to fog and also divert some of them away from Christchurch. Just three weeks ago, Christchurch airport was rated as the best in a study of 3500 international travellers. New Zealand’s Queenstown Airport was in second position. Madeira Airport in Portugal ranked third with a score of 9.07. The study, involving 3500 international travellers, focused on airport experiences. Travelers rated airports based on factors like customer service and ease of navigation. Nineteen airports received sufficient reviews for inclusion in the rankings.

Global funds returning to India’s stock market amid a world-beating rally are having to set aside one of the biggest gripes expressed by investors like Muddy Waters Capital LLC founder Carson Block — namely the country’s high taxes. While global funds marked their first weekly purchase of local stocks last week, they have been big sellers this year. In addition to an uncertain economic outlook, they point to New Delhi’s tax code, which imposes high capital gains levies on overseas funds. That’s an approach at variance with other countries such as China, which are competing for their money.

«Today I learned that knowing a particular language might be necessary even to get basic services like bathroom cleaning in my own home. Thanks for the lesson, @urbancompany_UC @UC_Assist,» said the man in a post on X. «I had booked a bathroom cleaning service via Urban Company. Two people arrived, and I showed them the bathroom to be cleaned. One of them started speaking in a language I couldn’t understand. I told them “Kannada,” but the conversation continued in an unfamiliar language. Then the second person started speaking—again, not in Kannada,» added the man. Here's the post

AICC Bihar, responded to questions about political strategist Prashant Kishore's prospective participation in the INDIA coalition. «As you are saying that he is standing against the BJP, the decision regarding him will be discussed and taken by the INDIA alliance parties,» Allavaru stated. The statement comes amid Kishore's criticism of the Bihar CM and the BJP. On Sunday, Jan Suraaj founder Prashant Kishor called for Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar to resign, stating that the Janata Dal (United) chief's ability to govern has been compromised due to both physical exhaustion and mental unfitness. Addressing a press conference on Sunday, Kishor said, «The first person to comment on Nitish Kumar's health was his ally, Sushil Kumar Modi… Since then, many Bihar Ministers have commented on his health. I never commented on it till January. But during the BPSC protests, I learned that Nitish Kumar's mental condition has deteriorated so much that he has no clue what's going on in the state.»

C-suite positions, says a report by TeamLease. The report highlighted that while 46 per cent of entry-level positions are occupied by women, their representation drops significantly at higher levels. It said,«Women's representation declines significantly at higher leadership levels. On average, only around 19 per cent hold C-suite positions, and 46 per cent of women representation is seen in entry-level roles».

Private Sector Collaborative Forum (PSCF) 2025 of the Financial Action Task Force (FATF) from March 25-27, where issues of global priorities such as payment transparency, financial inclusion and digital transformation of financial systems will be discussed, the finance ministry said in a statement on Monday. The forum will be hosted by the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) and the Department of Revenue, under the finance ministry, in Mumbai. Discussions at the forum will revolve around issues shaping the global anti-money laundering and combating the financing of terrorism (AML/CFT) landscape, it said. «Participants will explore how FATF can continue to address evolving threats while promoting financial inclusion through robust, risk-based supervision of regulated entities,» it said, adding that the meeting will also focus on enhancing transparency in beneficial ownership and leveraging digital tools to strengthen AML/CFT compliance mechanisms.