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Rupee sinks to fresh all-time low of 84.94 vs US dollar

The rupee dropped 3 paise to close at an all-time low of 84.94 (provisional) against the US dollar on Wednesday, as traders await cues from the US Fed on the interest rate front.

Record $8.87 bn investments in Indian real estate in 2024, claims JLL report

Institutional investment in Indian real estate rose 51 per cent to a record $8.87 billion during 2024 as investors look to encash strong demand for housing, office and warehousing properties, according to JLL.

Biden's parting gift: Admin tones down H-1B visa rules, working in US firms now easier

The move is likely to benefit thousands of Indian workers hugely

Soon, EPFO, ESIC claims via e-wallets, says Labour secy

In cases of auto settlement... The money goes to the bank account and they in any case are able to withdraw it from the bank account

'Bad idea': SJM fumes at proposed 35% GST on 'sin goods', fears uptick in smuggling

Other bodies like All India Consumer Products Distributors Federation have raised concerns on the recommendations of the GoM on GST rate rationalisation

Sensex, Nifty continue downward spiral amid foreign fund outflows

LOSSES EXTEND INTO 3RD SESSION; ALL EYES ON US FED'S DECISION

National Cooperative Database is good to go

The government has launched the National Cooperative Database (NCD), which will be a valuable tool for improving the cooperative landscape in India, the Parliament was informed on Wednesday.

Net direct tax collections grow 16.45% to Rs 15.82 lakh crore till December 17

Net direct tax collection grew 16.45 per cent year-on-year to over Rs 15.82 lakh crore till December 17 this fiscal, buoyed by higher advance tax mop-up, government data showed.

Israel's borders have shifted throughout its history

Action in Syria may reshape them again

Israeli military orders another Gaza evacuation ahead of offensive

THE MILITARY CALLED THE BORDER BREACH A 'SERIOUS INCIDENT'

France's highest court upholds graft conviction of ex-President

France's highest court has upheld an appeal court decision which had found former President Nicolas Sarkozy guilty of corruption and influence peddling while he was the country's head of state.

Russia says suspect detained in killing of senior general

Russia's security service said Wednesday that it has detained a suspect in the killing of a senior general in Moscow.

Bangladesh high court gives Yunus govt legal validity as caretaker govt

It appears to be like a mission almost accomplished for Muhammad Yunus-led interim government in Bangladesh, which has now got legal validity from the high court.

A bumpy trajectory

India's merchandise trade deficit reached a record high of USD 37.84 billion in November 2024, up from USD 27.1 billion in October.

Leading the transformation

The Integrated Preschool Teachers Training Academy empowers women through innovative early childhood education programmes-transforming homemakers into educators and community leaders, and impacting thousands of lives across India

Flex and thrive

India's rigid labour laws, including outdated overtime rules and fixed working hours, need modernisation to enable flexibility, incentivise productivity, and align with evolving work cultures across diverse sectors

Families of deceased took loans, debts to send them abroad

GEORGIA INCIDENT

Blocked 18 OTT platforms for posting obscene, vulgar content: Centre

Government blocked 18 OTT platforms this year for publishing obscene and vulgar content, Minister of State for Information and Broadcasting L Murugan told the Lok Sabha on Wednesday.

Schoof, Modi talk about further strengthening Indo-Dutch ties

DISCUSS WAR IN UKRAINE OVER CALL

Parliamentary panel flags states' lapses in tackling atrocities against Scheduled Castes

A Parliamentary panel has raised concerns over the failure of several states to establish the necessary mechanisms to effectively address cases of atrocities against Scheduled Castes (SCs).

Cong worker 'killed in tear gas smoke' during protest in Assam

A Congress worker was killed and several others were injured in tear gas shell smoke during a protest on Wednesday against a range of issues, including unrest in Manipur and bribery charges against Adani Group, the party claimed.

Congress twisted facts, distorted my statement on Ambedkar: Shah

HE ASSERTS HIS ADDRESS IN RAJYA SABHA WAS CLEAR

PM Modi on 2-day Visit to Kuwait

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Teachers job scam case: ED files 5th chargesheet against Leaps & Bounce

The Enforcement Directorate (ED) has filed fifth chargesheet against Leaps and Bounce in connection with the primary teachers' recruitment scam.

Balurghat: 24th Theatre Festival flagged off

Theatre groups from Raghunathganj, Berhampore, Uttar Dinajpur, Buniadpur and Dumdum will perform during the festival

Indian Army distributes essentials to children's trust

We handed over essential articles such as books, stationary, winter clothing, footwear,

NBU's first-ever 'Campus Carnival 2024' becomes a grand success

Although the university initially planned for 25 stalls, the enthusiasm from participants led to the setup of nearly 80 stalls

Cooch Behar: Pakistani mortar shell found on India-Bangladesh border

An alarming incident unfolded on the India-Bangladesh border in Cooch Behar district, where a Pakistani mortar shell was spotted on Tuesday.

Malda: Proposal made to name cultural stage at book fair after Zakir Hussain

TRIBUTE TO TABLA MAESTRO

Maynaguri: Situation turns volatile, locals clash with police

'MOLESTATION CASE': 20 ARRESTED