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Narendra Modi on Saturday held a bilateral meeting with his Japanese counterpart Fumio Kishida on the first day of the two-day G20 Summit in New Delhi. In a post on X (formerly Twitter), Modi said, «Held productive talks with PM Kishida. We took stock of India-Japan bilateral ties and the ground covered during India's G20 Presidency and Japan's G7 Presidency.

KTM will provide a 5-inch TFT display, Offroad ABS, Traction Control, turn-by-turn navigation, various riding modes, a connectivity unit kit, and more. The 890 Adventure R Rally model includes a race-tailored rally seat, rugged spoked rims sourced from Excel, and rally-specific footpegs. Speaking of the wheels, the front one measures 21 inches, while the rear one measures 18 inches.

Birmingham's city council on 5 September, declared itself bankrupt, putting a pause on all spending except essential ones. The Birmingham city council issued a 114 notice last Tuesday, thereby joining a string of local authorities, which include Woking, Croydon, and Thurrock, that have announced it did not have the resources to balance its books, the United Kingdom that is now living “hand to mouth". So far the Conservative party Prime Minister Rishi Sunak-led government has refused to come to the Birmingham City Council's rescue.

Chandrayaan-3 mission, a man from Bengal has made an extraordinary gesture by purchasing a piece of land on the Moon as a birthday gift for his wife. The story behind this celestial gift is as heartwarming as it is unique. The idea was born from Mahato and his wife's shared admiration for the Moon's beauty.

climate crisis, the French government is set to propose a minimum flight price policy to the European Union, potentially spelling the end of ultra-cheap flights within Europe. Clément Beaune, the French Transport Minister, emphasized in an interview with L’Obs that low-cost flights are no longer sustainable, primarily due to the climate emergency. He argued that the rock-bottom fares do not account for the true environmental cost, stating that they "[don’t] reflect the price for the planet." This announcement comes on the heels of France's decision to ban select short-haul flight routes, encouraging travelers to opt for rail travel and thereby reduce carbon emissions. While this ban has, for now, affected only three routes (Paris-Orly to Bordeaux, Lyon, and Nantes), it symbolizes a larger commitment to environmental responsibility. Furthermore, taking inspiration from Portugal and Germany's successful affordable monthly rail pass initiatives, the French government is reportedly exploring the possibility of introducing a similar scheme. Europe is witnessing a resurgence in rail travel, with plans for new high-speed routes and the revival of sleeper routes, such as the one from Paris to Berlin. With viable alternatives to flying emerging, the potential end of cheap flights could provide added motivation for passengers to opt for train travel and contribute to a more sustainable future.

Rishi Sunak on Saturday said that the world is looking to G20 to provide leadership and that the leaders are meeting at a time of enormous challenges. Sunak, who is taking part in G20 Summit in New Delhi, expressed confidence that the leaders will be together able to address the challenges. «15 years ago, #G20 leaders came together for the first time to restore global growth after the financial crisis. We meet at a time of enormous challenges — the world is looking to the G20 once again to provide leadership.

Apple Watch Series 9 will be hosted at 10:00 am PT or 10:30 PM (Indian time). To watch Apple's Wonderlust special event, the primary method is through the Apple TV app. Although the event listing is not currently available on the TV app, Apple typically adds it on the day of the event.

G20 Summit LIVE The White house released India-US joint statement on Friday. Is the statement “precursor to providing US military bases on Indian Soil? The NDA/BJP will have to clarify in Parliament," questioned Manish Tiwari in his latest post on X. Also Read: G20 Summit 2023: PM Modi welcomes G20 leaders with Konark Wheel replica as backdrop Till now, no BJP leader has reacted to Manish Tiwari claims and responed to his demand of discussion of the issue in parliament.

EMS IPO: The initial public offering (IPO) of EMs Limited opened for subscription on 8th September 2023 and it will remain open for bidding till 12th September 2023. Waste water management service provider company has fixed EMS IPO price band at ₹200 to ₹211 per equity share and it aims to raise ₹321.24 crore from this initial offer. As per the EMS IPO subscription status, the public issue got fully subscribed on day one of bidding.

Allahabad High Court has firmly asserted the rights of consenting adults, stating that even parents have no authority to interfere with their decision to marry or live together. This landmark decision, delivered on September 5, came in response to a petition filed by an inter-faith couple and carried profound implications for personal freedom and choice. The court's order was clear and unambiguous: no one, including parents, can disrupt the peaceful coexistence of two consenting adults.

Bank of India (RBI) has mandated every bank in India to provide a facility for the exchange of soiled/mutilated/damaged currency notes in lieu of fresh notes. But there are various rules about determining the value of such notes and how the fresh notes are to be disbursed to the tenderer of such soiled notes. “All branches of banks in all parts of the country are mandated to provide the following customer services, more actively and vigorously to the members of the public so that there is no need for them to approach RBI Regional Offices for this purpose: (i) Issuing fresh/good quality notes and coins of all denominations, (ii) Exchanging soiled/mutilated / defective notes, and…..,” said the RBI in a Master Direction dated April 3, 2023, and updated on May 15, 2023.

Supreme Court is scheduled to hear on September 12 a batch of petitions challenging the constitutional validity of colonial-era provision of sedition under the Indian Penal Code (IPC).

regulatory framework for virtual digital assets (‘VDAs’). Under his leadership, India has embraced technology to an unprecedented degree and has been able to convince other nations in setting global standards for development of digital public infrastructure. It is thus no surprise that he recognises the transformative potential of Web3 technologies and has urged the global community to focus on adoption, democratization and developing a unified approach which benefits all. VDAs are a key element of Web3 technologies. They are fundamental to the functioning of public blockchains as they create incentives and disincentives for network participants to engage with the blockchain, productively and honestly. In order to facilitate the adoption and democratization of Web3 technologies, it is imperative to focus on VDAs. To achieve this objective of adoption, democratization and developing a unified approach for Web3, with its intrinsically global nature, there is an immediate need for countries to come together and build a common regulatory approach. This approach has to be guided by the following principlesStandard taxonomyAs a first step, it is imperative to map nuances of the VDA ecosystem, identify all players involved, and develop a common global taxonomy for it. This would help in eliminating confusion and streamline communication among regulators, industry participants, and investors, leading to a more coherent global policy environment. Currently, the vocabulary being used in various jurisdictions differ, creating confusion which may lead to regulatory disparities.

UPI was found recently by the Goa Police. As per the cops, they have uncovered an international sex racket in which clients were made to pay sex workers using UPI! As per the cops, the racket was being remotely managed from Kenya.

India is holding the historic G20 Summit in Delhi, Congress leader Manish Tiwari on Saturday launched an attack on the Bharatiya Janta Party-led Centre, asking the government to clarify in Parliament whether the government is aiming to provide a military base to United States soldiers on Indian soil. Tiwari, citing the India-US joint statement released by the White House on Friday, said, «Is this a precursor to providing US military bases on Indian soil? The NDA/BJP will have to clarify in Parliament.» The Congress leader's attack on the Centre comes as Prime Minister Narendra Modi held a bilateral meeting on the sidelines of the G20 Summit with US President Joe Biden hours after he landed in New Delhi to attend the mega conclave. According to statement from the White House about the meeting of both leaders at 7, Lok Kalyan Marg in Delhi, they talked about various key issues and also applauded the conclusion of a second Master Ship Repair Agreement signed between American Navy and Mumbai-based Mazgaon Dock Shipbuilders in August 2023. During the meeting, both leaders recommitted to advancing India's emergence as a hub for the maintenance and repair of forward-deployed US Navy assets and other aircraft and vessels, according to the White House statement. Taking to X, Manish Tiwari highlighted a specific part of the India-US joint statement that reads, «The leaders applauded the conclusion of a second Master Ship Repair Agreement, with the most recent agreement signed by the U.S. Navy and Mazgaon Dock Shipbuilders, Ltd., in August 2023.

trade settlement cycle is the period within which securities are delivered and funds are transferred after a trade is executed between a buyer and a seller. Obviously, an efficient settlement cycle enables quick ownership transfer and availability of funds.

For those new to golf, choosing the best golf clubs can be a daunting task. However, it's a decision that can profoundly impact your learning experience and performance on the course. In this article, we will explore some of the best golf clubs for beginners. These clubs are not merely golfing equipment, they are a strategic investment in your game. They will be your companions on the fairways, helping you learn the art of golf and paving the way for your progress.

One is pricey and slow: For a new force of up to 13 nuclear-powered attack submarines, the Australian taxpayer will fork out an average of more than AUD$28 billion ($18 billion) apiece. And the last of the subs won't arrive until well past the middle of the century.

The US Department of the Treasury and the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) have jointly issued proposed regulations aimed at enhancing transparency and compliance in the digital asset sector. These regulations are set to mandate brokers to report sales and exchanges of digital assets conducted by their customers.

Binance, the world's leading cryptocurrency exchange, has been instrumental in aiding the arrest of key members of the Islamic State – Khorasan Province (ISKP), an affiliate of the global terrorist network ISIS. The operation was a joint effort between Binance, the Financial Monitoring Department under the National Bank of Tajikistan, and blockchain intelligence firm TRM Labs.

Investigation Department (CID) in Andhra Pradesh has arrested former Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu, naming him as the prime accused in a skill development scam.