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Wednesday, Apr 24

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RBI bars Kotak Mahindra Bank from onboarding fresh customers via online, mobile banking; asks it to stop issuing fresh credit cards

The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has directed Kotak Mahindra Bank to halt the issuance of new credit cards and onboarding of customers through online and mobile banking channels. This directive comes as a result of regulatory actions…

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Why JPMorgan CEO believes PM Narendra Modi is doing an ‘unbelievable job’

JPMorgan CEO Jamie Dimon has lauded PM Narendra Modi, calling him tough and crediting him for doing a difficult job. "There are examples of people who have just turned these things around and you know, we need a little bit more of that…

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People who cannot maintain peace don’t deserve polls: Calcutta high court

The Calcutta HC firmly stated on Tuesday that individuals incapable of upholding peace throughout a six-hour celebration do not merit elected representation. This declaration came amidst the court's disappointment over the confrontations…

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Why Supreme Court's nine-judge bench needs to interpret Article 39(b)

On Tuesday, a nine-judge panel of the Supreme Court initiated proceedings to interpret Article 39(b) of the Constitution. This aims to clarify whether this directive principle of state policy permits the government to manage and…

Tuesday, Apr 23

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Supreme Court says Patanjali apology in newspapers should be of same size as its advertisements

Mukul Rohatgi, appearing for Ramdev, said that an apology has been published in newspapers. But the Supreme Court reprimanded him on why the apology was published yesterday only. The ​​SC deferred hearing on contempt proceedings against…

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Google lays off 20 more employees over Israel project protests; says “each fired worker had …”

Google fires 20 more employees due to protests against Israeli contract. Tensions rise as CEO Sundar Pichai reinforces strict workplace policies against disruptive behavior, emphasizing the importance of maintaining a focused work…

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BJP may bench Brij Bhushan, Poonam Mahajan & Jamyang Namgyal

Three notable BJP figures, among them the controversial Kaiserganj MP and former WFI president Brij Bhushan Sharan Singh, Mumbai North Central MP Poonam Mahajan, and Ladakh's Jamyang Tsering Namgyal, may find themselves sidelined. Sources…

Monday, Apr 22

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Bon voyage: Air India's Boeing 747, takes off last flight from Indian air base

Once known as Queen of skies, Air India Boeing 747s on Monday flew out of Mumbai's international airport. The aircraft which once ferried Presidents, Vice-Presidents, Prime Minister and VVIP's took its last flight from Mumbai base marking…

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Now, eligible Indians can get long term Schengen visas as EU adopts 'more favourable' rule for the country

The European Union has made a significant change in the Schengen visa rule for Indians, enabling them to obtain a multiple entry visa with extended validity of up to five years. This change simplifies access to extended validity visas for…

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International agency finds cancer causing chemicals in popular Indian spice brands

Hong Kong’s CFS report identified cancer-causing chemicals in Indian spices with ethylene oxide. The International Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC) classified ethylene oxide as a Group 1 carcinogen. Singapore issued a recall for…

Sunday, Apr 21

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'Complete madness': Israel hits out at US plans to sanction military unit Netzah Yehuda

​​​The Joe Biden administration is slated to announce sanctions against the IDF’s Netzah Yehuda battalion for alleged human rights abuses against Palestinians in the West Bank, several media reports said. It would be the first time the US…

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Elon Musk defers visit to India; Congress says ‘writing on the wall’

Tesla CEO Elon Musk has deferred his trip to India due to pressing work obligations, assuring that he will reschedule it later this year. Originally planned to coincide with a meeting with Prime Minister Modi, Musk intended to unveil…

Saturday, Apr 20

Tesla founder Elon Musk postpones India trip due to 'heavy Tesla obligations'

Elon Musk delays India trip to invest $2-3 billion in Tesla's electric car factory, meet space startup executives, and launch Starlink broadband. Musk confirmed the visit on X.

Friday, Apr 19

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Market flooded with synthetic paneer: Tips to recognize fake paneer at home

Paneer, a nutrient-rich food, faces adulteration issues with fake versions being seized by authorities. Tests like iodine tincture and taste checks help consumers detect the authenticity of paneer before consumption.

Thursday, Apr 18

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Maharashtra speaker Rahul Narwekar creates stir in BJP, says he’s in don Arun Gawli’s gang now

Rahul Narwekar, Maharashtra assembly speaker, expressed unwavering support for Geeta Gawli, backed by BJP in BMC polls, to become the Mumbai mayor. Narwekar's dedication to the ABS family, led by Arun Gawli, was emphasized.

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Sharpen your tech acumen with ISB Executive Education's Chief Technology Officer Programme

Sharpen your tech acumen with ISB Executive Education's Chief Technology Officer Programme

Wednesday, Apr 17

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Luxury cars, apartments in Dubai, London: This Goa BJP candidate self-declares assets of nearly Rs 1,400 crore

Pallavi Dempo, BJP's South Goa candidate, filed her nomination for the Lok Sabha election, with a disclosed net worth of nearly Rs 1,400 crore. She owns assets worth Rs 255.4 crore, including properties in Goa and abroad.

Google employees arrested after protests over Israel project; read company's statement on Police action

Google employees arrested for protesting the company's work with the Israeli government. Sit-ins led to arrests in New York & Sunnyvale. Demands included pulling out of a contract with Amazon. Google clarifies work not military-related.

Tuesday, Apr 16

Patanjali ads case: You are doing good work but can't degrade allopathy, SC tells Ramdev

Ramdev issued another apology to Supreme Court in Patanjali misleading ads case and requested to make amends. The court criticized Patanjali for degrading allopathy and violating the court order. The apex court granted Ramdev, Balkrishna,…

Monday, Apr 15

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Bengaluru woman rider gets Rs 1.36 lakh fine: Honda Activa scooter seized

Bengaluru rider fined Rs 1.36 lakh for 270 traffic violations. CCTV footage captured wrong-side riding. Metro cities enforce rules with CCTV. Follow TOI Auto for Indian roads updates.

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21 former judges write to CJI alleging people with political interest casting aspersion on judiciary

A group of 21 retired judges of the Supreme Court and high courts have written to the Chief Justice of India on the escalating attempts by "certain factions to undermine the judiciary through calculated pressure, misinformation, and public…

Friday, Apr 12

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BJP drops CM Eknath Shinde, deputy CM Ajit Pawar from list of star campaigners in Maharashtra

BJP dropped Maharashtra CM Eknath Shinde and Deputy CM Ajit Pawar from its roster of star campaigners in the state. A revised list of 40 star campaigners, headed by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, was presented to the Election Commission of…

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Supreme Court judge's 'rip you apart' comment riles present, former judges

Justice Ahsanuddin Amanullah's criticism of Uttarakhand govt's laxity in controlling Patanjali Ayurved ads, breaching SC orders, sparked concerns among ex-judges. Emphasizing high judicial conduct, they advocate upholding integrity,…

Thursday, Apr 11

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CJI-led bench tears into 2021 SC order in favour of Reliance Infrastructure

Reliance Infra, led by Anil Ambani, lost a Rs 8,000 crore award after SC's harsh ruling. The dispute over Delhi Metro's project took an unexpected turn, leaving the company empty-handed despite the earlier favorable verdict.

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You asked, you pay: Supreme Court to Gautam Navlakha on Rs 1.6 crore security bill

The National Investigation Agency charged Gautam Navlakha ₹1.64 crore for house arrest in the Elgar Parishad case. The Supreme Court ruled on Tuesday that Navlakha must pay the amount and gave him one week to decide how to reimburse the…

Tuesday, Apr 9

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'Conspired & concealed': What Delhi HC said while dismissing Arvind Kejriwal's arrest plea

The Delhi High Court rejected CM Arvind Kejriwal's appeal against the Enforcement Directorate's arrest. Justice Swarana Kanta Sharma upheld the validity of the arrest, stating Kejriwal was involved in the "use and concealment of proceeds…

Monday, Apr 8

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American IT company cuts 800 jobs across India and US to hire talent with these skills

EXL Service restructures, cutting jobs, hiring skilled workers for generative AI. Leadership changes reflect focus on top talent aligned with clients' evolving data needs. Revenue increases, offset by decline in marketing analytics.

Saturday, Apr 6

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Lok Sabha polls: PM Modi says Congress's manifesto bears imprint of Muslim League

Prime Minister Narendra Modi criticized the Congress manifesto, comparing it to the Muslim League's stance during the freedom movement. PM Modi stated that the manifesto's alignment with past ideologies showed a disconnect from modern…

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Infosys founder NR Narayana Murthy: Most of you have not experienced hunger. I have ...

NR Narayana Murthy recalls his 120-hour hunger during hitchhiking in Europe at a UN event showcasing The Akshaya Patra Foundation's milestone and India's food security policies aligning with SDGs.