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Civic bodies put up notices against immersing PoP idols

After the Bombay High Court directed the BMC and civic bodies in Maharashtra to ban the use of plaster of Paris (PoP) Ganesh idols and their immersion in natural spots, civic bodies posted notices around visarjan sites informing citizens of the HC order.

FM cites unblemished track record of fiscal consolidation

Moody's rules out an immediate upgrade of India's sovereign rating

Ranquelino triumphs in Indian HPSL Derby event

Fresh off his Bangalore Derby win, Ranquelino delivered an exceptional performance to secure victory in the prestigious Indian HPSL Indian Derby at the Mahalaxmi Race Course on Sunday.

78.40% of schools have computers in the state

Discrepancies noted in the ASER report stating 48.3% of state schools lack computer facilities

Lakshmi, said to be last Naxalite in Karnataka, surrenders in Udupi

Lakshmi pushed the Naxalite agenda in Chikkamagaluru and Udupi districts for years

India's Power Consumption Growth Subdued at 3% to 137.49 Billion Units in Jan

India's power consumption increased by just 2.7 per cent to 137.49 billion units (BU) in January as use of heating appliances like heater and geysers reduced owing to above normal temperatures.

Power politics: Shifts in US-India-China relationships

Trump 2.0

Volkswagen Challenges $1.4 Billion Tax Demand

Volkswagen has filed a lawsuit against Indian authorities to challenge a USD 1.4bn tax demand, describing it as \"impossibly enormous\" and inconsistent with the country's import taxation rules for car parts.

Balaji-Bollipalli pair wins, Karan impresses on debut

Davis Cup

Canada Imposes Study Permit Cap, Limits Applications to 437K

STUDY IN CANADA | Immigration strategies

'No one can encroach on public land

The Bombay High Court has ruled that no individual has the right to encroach on public land and directed the competent authority to determine whether encroachments exist on over eight hectares of gairan land (grazing land) in Nashik district.

AP's Buddhist sites to be developed as tourist spots

For Andhra Pradesh, this comes as a timely intervention. The Amaravati Stupa, one of India's oldest Buddhist monuments, and the Nagarjunakonda site, a major Buddhist center in ancient times, hold immense potential to attract international tourists

Maha Kumbhabishekam at Asthika Samaj

The 102-year-old Asthika Samaj temple at Matunga, also called Shri Ram Mandir, celebrated Maha Kumbhabishekam, after 12 years, for the idols Lord Ganapathi, Lord Shiva, Lord Subramanya (Karthik) and Navagraha Devatas on Sunday morning.

Focus product scheme for leather sector to boost exports by ₹1.1 lakh crore: CLE

The Indian exporting community on Sunday urged Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman to extend the interest equalisation scheme (IES) for getting affordable rates of credit, as their demand was not mentioned in the Budget.

Chilly start to Feb but temps likely to mellow

WEATHER | Temperature expected to rise after Feb 5; skies to be partly cloudy to mainly clear; mercury to jump across state

House Committee Faces Questions Over Delayed Burial Ground Report

Has the House Committee constituted by the State government to establish and regulate common crematorium or burial grounds for all sections of the society across all panchayats and municipal areas made any headway in addressing the burning issue of burial grounds across the State?

New tax structure to benefit 5.65 cr taxpayers: SBI

The new tax structure announced in the Union Budget 2025-26 is expected to benefit around 5.65 crore taxpayers who fall under the income slab of Rs 4 lakh and above.

APSRTC Introduces WhatsApp Ticket Booking

The Andhra Pradesh State Road Transport Corporation (APSRTC) has rolled out a new feature that allows passengers to book bus tickets via WhatsApp and use digital tickets for boarding.

GBS surge: Water safety steps crucial

As Guillain-Barré Syndrome (GBS), a rare neurological disorder, continues to create havoc in Pune and has spread to other parts of Maharashtra like Kolhapur, Solapur, and Nagpur, it is crucial to follow the advisory issued by the Public Health Department regarding water.

Budget Allocates ₹2,500 Crore to New Scheme for Plug-and-Play Industrial Parks

Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman has allocated Rs 2,500 crore in the Budget 2025-26 for a new scheme for plug-and-play industrial parks.

Maaya Rallies To Go Past Jessica

Mumbai Open | Indian teen wins grueling three-setter; Second seed Marcinko pulls out

112-Year-Old GPO Gets Back Its Lost Grandeur

With the second of its three-phase restoration nearing completion, Mumbai's 112-year-old General Post Office's grand spaces that had faded away after decades of neglect and slapdash repairs are visible again.

Govt commits to 'zero-error' Amrit Snan on Panchami

Determined to ensure a \"zero-error\" Amrit Snan after the tragic stampede during Mauni Amavasya, the Uttar Pradesh government has ramped up security and crowd management for the Basant Panchami Snan on Monday.

DPU's Convocation Honours Nader & Sardeshmukh

Recognising Achievements

Vanjari leader backs slain sarpanch's family

TWIST IN TALE | The support comes just days after spiritual leader Namdev Shastri defended minister Dhananjay Munde

Budget a pleasant surprise for middle class but HNI left alone

The budget is silent on many aspects and sectors of the economy. No concrete steps have been spelt out to attract fresh investments.

Rent agreement can be used to obtain Aadhaar

I have given my house on leave and license. My licensee has obtained Aadhaar card on my house address.

APSRTC Introduces WhatsApp Ticket Booking

The Andhra Pradesh State Road Transport Corporation (APSRTC) has rolled out a new feature that allows passengers to book bus tickets via WhatsApp and use digital tickets for boarding.

AAP, Congress and the INDIA Bloc: fractures laid bare in Delhi

INDIA alliance was largely a knee-jerk reaction from the Opposition frustrated by the BJP's firm grip on power at the centre.

EOW receives 27 cases in 21 months

As many as 27 cases have been transferred to the Economic Offence Wing (EOW) for investigations by various police stations under the jurisdiction of the Mira Bhayandar-Vasai Virar (MBVV) Police Commissionerate in the past 21 months between January 2023 and September 2024.