Millennium Post Delhi - September 19, 2024

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PM-AASHA scheme extended; Rs 24.4K cr fertiliser subsidy approved

In a significant move aimed at supporting India's agricultural sector, the Union Cabinet, chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, has approved the continuation of the Pradhan Mantri Annadata Aay Sanrakshan Abhiyan (PM-AASHA) with a financial outlay of Rs 35,000 crore.

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Lebanon is rocked again by exploding devices, nine dead

A second wave of explosions rocked Beirut and multiple parts of Lebanon on Wednesday, targeting electronic devices including walkie-talkies and solar equipment, according to Hezbollah officials and state media.

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Junior docs cease work 'to continue', state 'assures solution'

Docs' to decide on next action after receiving minutes from the Chief Secy

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India abstains on UN vote for Israeli withdrawal from Palestine

India on Wednesday abstained in the UN General Assembly on a resolution that demanded that Israel bring an end, \"without delay\", to its unlawful presence in the Occupied Palestinian Territory within 12 months.

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Floods in parts of Bengal 'man-made' crisis: Mamata

Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee blamed the Centre on Wednesday for the flood-like situation in some parts of South Bengal and said that the \"man-made\" crisis occurred due to relentless \"noncooperation\" and \"indifference\" by the Union government.

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Cabinet approves Chandrayaan-4, Venus Orbiter, space station plans

In a significant development for India's space programme, the Union Cabinet, led by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, approved a series of ambitious space missions on Wednesday.

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J&K polls: Voter turnout 59% as first phase passes off peacefully

The first phase of Assembly elections in Jammu and Kashmir witnessed a historic voter turnout on Wednesday, with approximately 59 per cent of eligible voters casting their ballots.

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L-G proposes Sept 21 for Atishi's swearing-in

Lieutenant Governor V K Saxena has proposed September 21 for the swearingin ceremony of Chief Minister-designate Atishi, following Arvind Kejriwal’s resignation from the post.

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Cabinet approves Kovind panel's 'One Nation, One Election' plan

Sources suggest the Law Commission may recommend simultaneous polls for the Lok Sabha, state Assemblies, and local bodies starting in 2029

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Jailed gangster's wife arrested for murder of Air India crew member

Delhi Police Crime Branch on Wednesday claimed to have arrested a jailed gangster's wife in connection with the murder of a crew member of Air India in Greater Noida, officials said.

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5-storey building collapses in central Delhi, four killed

Four people were killed while eighteen others were injured after a five-storey building collapsed in the densely populated Bapa Nagar area of Karol Bagh on Wednesday morning.

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University of Southampton commemorates plan to establish institute in Delhi-NCR

The University of Southampton celebrated the announcement of its new campus in India at a reception held at the British High Commissioner's Residence in New Delhi on Wednesday.

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DDA announces PPP model to take city's real estate to next level

The Delhi Development Authority (DDA) has announced significant reforms aimed at revitalising the city's real estate landscape during the recent CII Real Estate Summit.

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Kejriwal to vacate CM's bungalow, give up security, confirms AAP MP

In a bold move following his resignation from the Chief Minister's post, Arvind Kejriwal has decided to forgo all government facilities, including official accommodation and security, according to Sanjay Singh, senior leader of the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) and Rajya Sabha MP.Singh addressed the media on Wednesday, emphasising Kejriwal's commitment to living like a common citizen.

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Current members may be retained in Atishi Cabinet

All the sitting ministers will be retained in the new Delhi Cabinet led by Atishi while two new members may join the government, AAP sources said on Wednesday, ruling out any \"experiment\" as elections are just months away.

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MHA appoints new NDMC members

The Union Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) has appointed three elected members and four official members of the New Delhi Municipal Council (NDMC), as its tenure came to an end on Wednesday.

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L-G unveils Aanandita: A new green oasis for Delhi

Anandita one of Delhi Development Authority (DDA) Greens, was inaugurated by the Lt.Governor of Delhi, VK Saxena, on Tuesday. Located adjacent to the historically significant Vijay Ghat along the Mahatma Gandhi Marg (Ring Road), this new public space aims to revitalise the area and promote environmental awareness in the national Capital, shared DDA.

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AAP doing 'political drama': BJP

The BJP on Wednesday attacked the ruling Aam Aadmi Party (AAP), alleging it was \"orchestrating a drama\" to gain public sympathy over Arvind Kejriwal's resignation from the Delhi chief minister's post.

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Air pollution: GRAP period starts early in Delhi-NCR

The Graded Response Action Plan (GRAP) - a set of emergency measures to control air pollution in the Delhi-NCR region during winter has come into effect earlier than the usual date of October 1, according to officials.

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BJP MLAs demand Question Hour during Assembly session

Delhi BJP MLAS on Wednesday demanded that the Question Hour be included in the upcoming two-day session of the Assembly and said they will raise issues like Delhi Jal Board's Rs 73,000-crore debt, financial \"irregularities\" in the construction of 24 hospitals and fatalities in rain-related incidents.

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Congress files police complaint over statements of NDA leaders

Taking serious note of threats given to the Leader of Opposition in the Lok Sabha Rahul Gandhi, the Congress on Wednesday filed a police complaint over the recent statements of leaders belonging to the ruling BJP-led NDA dispensation, targeting Rahul Gandhi.

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SC to consider hearing pleas against practice of parties promising freebies during polls

Describing the issue of political parties promising freebies during elections as \"very important\", the Supreme Court on Wednesday said it will not delete from its list of businesses pleas filed against the practice.

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Congress inflicted atrocities on dalits: Anurag Thakur

Former Union Minister Anurag Thakur on Wednesday urged the people of Haryana to vote for the BJP, accusing Congress of afflicting atrocities on dalits.

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HP CM Sukhu backs Rahul, calls Bittu a 'political opportunist'

Himachal Pradesh Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu criticised Union Minister Ravneet Singh Bittu for his derogatory remarks directed at Leader of Opposition Rahul Gandhi.

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Health agencies in Punjab set to recruit medical experts to ensure smooth working

In a significant move to ensure timely payments to empanelled hospitals under the Ayushman Bharat Mukh Mantri Sehat Bima Yojana, the state health agency (SHA) is all set to hire medical professionals to expedite claims processing, said Punjab Health and Family Welfare Minister Balbir Singh here f on Wednesday.

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Centre sanctions over Rs12K cr as disaster relief so far in 2024

The Centre has sanctioned Rs 12,554 crore to various states this year so far for providing relief and rehabilitation to people affected by different natural disasters, officials said on Wednesday.

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Women of SHGs to get drone training for jobs

Under the Namo Drone Didi Yojana, a large number of women from self-help groups in Baloda Bazar district will be trained in drone operation.

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Feeling the heat: India burned in June-Aug, its second-hottest quarter since 1970, claims report

With temperatures soaring, several states in the country reeled under severe heatwaves

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Gang rape victim seeks justice from SP president Akhilesh

The victim of a gang rape case in Ayodhya recently met Samajwadi Party (SP) president Akhilesh Yadav to seek justice and highlight the involvement of the BJP workers in the heinous crime.

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Indus Water Treaty: India serves notice to Pakistan seeking review

Notice served on Aug 30 under the Article XII(3) of treaty

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A shining solution

Inspired by a personal experience, IAS officer Manisha Ahwale spearheaded project Nidan-a breast cancer awareness and screening initiative-in Solapur, empowering women to access timely diagnosis and treatment

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A comforting intervention

The Supreme Court's recent interim order halting demolitions across the country without its explicit permission is a strong and authoritative disapproval regarding the use of bulldozers as a tool for justice.

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Grassroots glory

Once criticised for political bias, the Padma Awards are in the process of being reformed to prioritise inclusivity and transparency by celebrating unsung heroes from grassroots communities

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India stands out globally, will continue to grow at fast pace, says Sitharaman

Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman on Wednesday said India is standing out globally in terms of economic growth and will continue to do so in the next few years.

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Windfall tax on crude petroleum slashed to zero

The government has slashed windfall tax on domestically produced crude oil to 'nil' per tonne with effect from September 18.

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'Govt to launch Rs 1,000 cr credit guarantee fund to boost pledge financing for farmers'

The government on Wednesday said it will soon launch a Rs 1,000 crore credit guarantee fund to enhance lender confidence in pledge financing against electronic Negotiable Warehouse Receipts for farmers and traders using WDRA-registered warehouses.

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PFC pays Rs 462 cr divi- dend to govt

State-owned Power Finance Corporation (PFC) has paid a final dividend of Rs 462 crore to the Government of India for 2023-24, a statement said on Wednesday.

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Centre to raise wheat allocation under PMGKAY

The government on Wednesday announced an increase in wheat allocation to beneficiaries under the Pradhan Mantri Garib Kalyan Anna Yojana (PMGKAY) from October onwards, in a bid to stabilise prices.

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Government plans to transform India Post into logistics firm

The government is looking to transform India Post into a logistics company and increase the revenue of the department by 50-60 per cent in the next 3-4 years, Union Telecom Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia said on Wednesday.

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Sensex & Nifty retreat on profit booking ahead of US Fed decision

Benchmark stock indices Sensex and Nifty hit fresh lifetime intra-day highs before closing lower on Wednesday due to profit booking in IT shares ahead of the keenly-awaited US Fed's decision on interest rates The 30-share BSE Sensex dropped by 131.43 points or 0.16 per cent to settle at 82,948.23 in a volatile trade.

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I-T dept hikes limits for filing appeals in courts

The income tax department has hiked the minimum threshold for filing appeals by the department in tribunal, high courts and the Supreme Court.

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Cabinet approves setting up of NCOE for animation, VFX, gaming|

The Union Cabinet on Wednesday approved a proposal to set up the National Centre of Excellence (NCOE) for animation, visual effects, gaming, comics and extended reality (AVGC-XR) on lines of the IITs and IIMs to anchor the animation ecosystem in the country.

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Govt raises refund cap for Sahara Group depositors to Rs 50,000

The government has raised the cap on refund amounts for small depositors of the Sahara Group Cooperative Societies to Rs 50,000, up from the previous limit of Rs.10,000, a senior cooperation ministry official said on Wednesday.

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REC, RE developers sign MoU worth Rs 1.12L crore

REC Limited, a Maharatna CPSU under the Ministry of Power and a leading NBFC, has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) during the 4th Global Renewable Energy Investors Meet & Expo (RE-INVEST 2024) in Gandhinagar with RE developers aggregating about Rs 1.12 lakh crore which will be implemented over a period of 5 years.

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IREDA gets nod to raise Rs 4,500 cr via QIP route

State-owned Indian Renewable Energy Development Agency (IREDA) said it has received the government's approval to raise up to Rs 4,500 crore through an issue of equity shares to qualified institutions placement.

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Everyone is replaceable: AAHANA KUMRA

She revealed she hasn't been offered a role for last three years

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Malvika stuns Olympics medallist Tunjung

Young Malvika Bansod pulled off a sensational straight-game victory over Paris Olympics bronze medallist Gregoria Mariska Tunjung of Indonesia in the women's singles opening round to emerge as the lone Indian survivor in the China Open Super 100 badminton tournament here on Wednesday.

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'Stree 2' is the highest- grossing Hindi movie ever

The film is directed by Amar Kaushik

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Asian Games medallist Kiran fails dope test

Asian Games bronze-winner shot-putter Kiran Baliyan has been provisionally suspended by the National Anti Doping Agency (NADA) for testing positive for a banned substance as a slew of athletes across sports figured in the latest list of dope offenders.

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MBSG begin AFC Champions League Two campaign with goalless draw

Mohun Bagan started their AFC Champions League Two campaign on a frustrating note, playing out a goalless draw against Tajikistan's FC Ravshan at the Salt Lake Stadium here on Wednesday.

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India look to spin a new story but tricky Bangladesh no pushovers

Littered largely with lopsided contests, India's hopes of walking down that familiar path will hinge on sorting an uncharacteristic batting infirmity against spin when they face Bangladesh in a twoTest series starting here from Thursday.

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EMOTIONAL INTELLIGENCE: UNSUNG HERO OF LEADERSHIP QUALITIES

Unfortunately, in our education system, technical skills and academic achievements often take precedence, while emotional and social skills are rarely given the attention they deserve

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EMOTIONAL INTELLIGENCE CAN PREVENT WORKPLACE TOXICITY

Leaders with emotional intelligence handle challenges better and create a healthy work environment

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'ANRF SETS STAGE FOR INDIA TO BECOME GLOBAL POWERHOUSE OF KNOWLEDGE'

The Anusandhan National Research Foundation (ANRF) represents a transformative initiative aimed at elevating India to global prominence by building an ecosystem that fosters creativity, entrepreneurship, and forward-thinking.

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