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U.K. claims drastic drop in student dependents after visa crackdown

The U.K. government has welcomed a \"significant fall\" in the number of dependents, or close family members such as a spouse and children, accompanying overseas students after its crackdown on student visas effective early this year.

Govt's firm stand on buying Russian oil saves $8 bn in India's import bill

India's strategy of continuing to buy cheap oil from Russia despite Western pressures against these purchases has resulted in the saving of around $7.9 billion in the country's oil import bill during the first 11 months of the fiscal year 2022-23 and also helped the country to lower its current account deficit.

Domestic PV sales growth flat in April due to high base effect

Passenger vehicle sales in India kicked off on a flat note in new fiscal 2024-25 with 3.38 lakh units sold in April, impacted by high base effect and muted demand due to the ongoing general elections.

Power consumption rises 11% to 144.25 bn units in Apr

India's power consumption rose around 11 percent to 144.25 billion units (BU) in April as compared to the year-ago period, mainly due increase in temperatures.

US Fed keeps rate steady; early cut unlikely

The US Federal Reserve held its key interest rate steady again on Wednesday and there is no signal of a plan to lower it anytime soon following a resurgence of inflation early this year, USA Today reported.

Empty beer bottles flood dividers

Residents of Kalyani Nagar in Pune are raising serious concerns over the recurring issue of beer bottle dumping along Central Avenue, D mart lane and other areas as well highlighting the potential threats posed to the safety and cleanliness of the area, particularly given its proximity to schools and hospitals.

Badlaav: Pune's catalyst for gender equality and mental health

In a world where gender discrimination still persists, the NGO Badlaav in Pune is leading the charge for change. Dedicated to promoting gender equality and empowering girls, the organisation is making waves with its impactful programs aimed at providing counseling, training courses, and raising awareness about menstrual hygiene.

Coastal Road's 2 interchanges to now remain open for 16 hrs

The vehicular movement on the Coastal Road's southbound arm will now be allowed for 16 hours a day from 7am to 11pm - on a trial basis. Earlier, the timings were from 8am to 8pm.

Steel parts delay likely to impact Gokhale bridge's 2nd arm opening

22 heavy-duty components were expected in April; May deadline to launch girder uncertain

With desilting, Banganga revamp’s phase 1 nears end

The BMC has started desilting works in the precinct of Banganga tank, an 11th century grade 1 heritage structure belonging to Gaud Saraswat Brahmin temple trust and maintained by the state archaeological department.

40th children's meet with little ones as chief guests

Around 2,100 children from 34 shelter homes in the Mumbai Metropolitan Region gathered at Shanmukhananda Hall on Wednesday to attend a variety programme presented by over 750 children shelter homes.

Sufis urge Saudis to rebuild tombs of Prophet's kin

Meeting recently held at Ajmer to announce plans to appeal; no response from the Saudi govt so far

Rail rage? Victim changing story

The victim claims he was pushed from a Panvel-CSMT local train between Belapur and Seawoods stations by four people; lost right arm; cops say details of incident inconsistent

Maharashtra Day: The journey to success

Maharashtra Day was celewith enthusiasm brated on across the state Wednesday. The day was marked by speeches, parades, cultural programmes, competitions and seminars to honour the state's establishment in 1960.

Real Sena? Polls will decide that

The line-up became clear on Wednesday as candidates for all the six seats were announced by the major parties. In three seats, the rival factions of Sena are pitted against each other

'Family' affair for Yadavs

SP's strategic shift from Mulayam legacy surprises all

Cong must give in writing it won't amend statute: Modi

Grand Old Party's 'Mohabbat ki Dukan' a fake factory

Rajput anger spills across constituencies

The simmering Rajput anger can be felt in full force in Gujarat where 26 constituencies will go to polls in the third phase of the Lok Sabha elections.

YOUTUBER RATHEE LABELLED MUSLIM

Popular YouTuber Dhruv Rathee, who is followed by 21 million subscribers and is known for his anti-government and antiBJP tirade, seems to be the latest victim of a disinformation campaign with social posts labelling him and his German wife as Muslim.

SC moved to examine Covid vaccine damage

In the wake of the admission by pharmaceutical giant AstraZeneca in the British High Court on the potential side-effects of its vaccine-known in India as Covishield -- resulting in thrombosis and formation of blood clots, the Supreme Court was moved on Wednesday.

Delhi school bomb scare, emails traced to Russia

There was a major scare in more than 100 schools across Delhi and its satellite townships as e-mails were received by the school administrations about the presence of bombs on their premises.

England WC players to skip their IPL play-offs

The fervour of the Indian Premier League and the lure of lucre notwithstanding, England's World Cup-bound players have exhibited a profound sense of patriotism.

Gharwapsi for Nirupam after 19 years

Former Congressman Sanjay Nirupam, who was recently expelled from the party, is expected to join Chief Minister Eknath Shinde's Shiv Sena shortly, the CM said on Wednesday.

Disgraced Revanna to return on May 3

CM wants passport cancelled, Revanna says truth will prevail

GST APRIL MOPUP AT RS 2 LAKH CR

Goods and Services Tax collections grew 12.4 percent to a record high of Rs 2.10 lakh crore in April, aided by strong economic momentum and increased domestic transactions and imports, the finance ministry said on Wednesday.

May 'Won' proves to be Shinde's day

Pockets Kalyan, Thane & Nashik seats as well as Sanjay Nirupam

Is mastermind of Moosewala killing dead?

Since Wednesday morning, the buzz was that Goldy Brar, who took the responsibility for the 2022 killing of Punjab singer Sidhu Moosewala, has been shot dead along with his associate when they were standing outside his residence in Fairmont in California.

Salman case accused is found hanging in lock-up bathroom

One of the accused held in the case of firing outside actor Salman Khan's residence in Galaxy Apartments earlier this month, Anuj Thapan, allegedly died by suicide in police custody on Wednesday.

Samson, Chahal get US visa

Gill, Rinku among reserves of India's ICC T20 World Cup squad

US rejects criminal court's probe in Israel Gaza action

The White House said it opposes the International Criminal Court's (ICC) investigation into Israel's actions in the Gaza Strip.