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Adani case: SEBI seeks 15-day extension to complete probe
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Adani case: SEBI seeks 15-day extension to complete probe

Sebi told the apex court that it has completed investigating 17 out of the 24 transactions

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August 15, 2023
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LS Privileges panel to meet on 18th Aug to probe Adhir's 'misconduct'

The Committee of Privileges of the Lok Sabha will meet on 18th August to probe \"repeated misconduct\" by leader of the Congress party in the Lower House Adhir Ranjan Chowdhury during proceedings of the House.

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August 15, 2023
First-ever global summit on traditional medicine to be held in Gandhinagar this week
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First-ever global summit on traditional medicine to be held in Gandhinagar this week

The first-of-its-kind global summit on Traditional Medicine, organised by the World Health Organization (WHO) and co-hosted by the Ministry of Ayush, is set to take place on August 17-18 at Gandhinagar in Gujarat.

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August 15, 2023
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Elaborate security in UP for Independence Day functions

Elaborate security arrangements have been made in Uttar Pradesh for a smooth and peaceful celebration of the 77th Independence Daytomorrow.

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August 15, 2023
Surjewala's 'demons' remark sparks political controversy, BJP hits back
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Surjewala's 'demons' remark sparks political controversy, BJP hits back

Surjewala said this while addressing a public meeting in Kaithal on Sunday

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August 15, 2023
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Manipur CM: Shifting of people from relief camps to temporary homes to start on I-Day

The Manipur government will start shifting violence-hit displaced people, now sheltered in relief camps, to the prefabricated temporary homes from Independence Day (Tuesday) onwards, Chief Minister N. Biren Singh said on Monday.

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August 15, 2023
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We can remove NEET...: TN CM Stalin after student, father die by suicide

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin on Monday assured that NEET can be done away with amid rising number of cases of suicides by students.

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August 15, 2023
SC protects Prof. Hausing from arrest for two weeks in two criminal cases in Manipur
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SC protects Prof. Hausing from arrest for two weeks in two criminal cases in Manipur

The Supreme Court on Monday protected Prof. Dr. Kham Khan Suan Hausing – a Kuki and the head of political science department, Hyderabad University - from arrest for two weeks in two criminal cases, one arising from his interview to 'The Wire' news portal and the oner relating to the alleged use of \"forged\" papers to manipulation the electoral roll for his registration as a voter in Chandpur area of Manipur in 2005.

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August 15, 2023
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I-Day: TN to boycott 'At Home' reception at Raj Bhavan

On Monday Tamil Nadu chief minister M.K. Stalin said the state government would boycott the customary, 'At Home' reception at Raj Bhavan hosted by the Governor, R.N. Ravi on the evening of Independence Day.

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August 15, 2023
'Armed forces fully prepared to give befitting reply to nation's enemies'
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'Armed forces fully prepared to give befitting reply to nation's enemies'

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh asserted during his message to soldiers on eve of 77th I-Day

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August 15, 2023
2k cops, 17 DCPs to ensure full-proof security for I-Day
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2k cops, 17 DCPs to ensure full-proof security for I-Day

In an effort to ensure utmost security and maintain peace in the city area, a force of 2,000 police personnel will be deployed to ensure security, with 17 deputy police commissioners ahead of the prestigious Independence Day parade on 15 August.

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August 15, 2023
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Highway lessons on safe drive save life

In a bid to provide proper training of drivers on highways, Kolkata on Wheels, a magazine set up to promote motoring, has organized a long-distance driving from the city to Ranchi.

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August 15, 2023
PIL over JU fresher's death; cops summon 6 students
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PIL over JU fresher's death; cops summon 6 students

APIL was filed at the Calcutta High Court on Monday in connection with the death of a first-year Jadavpur University (JU) student, who died under mysterious circumstances after falling from the balcony of a students' hostel on 10 August.

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August 15, 2023
CM Mamata's pet project Kanyashree turns 10
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CM Mamata's pet project Kanyashree turns 10

She also read out two poems penned by her in Kabita Bitan, namely Amar Thikana and Matir Ghare

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August 15, 2023
PM Modi remembers victims of Partition
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PM Modi remembers victims of Partition

On the eve of the 77th Independence Day, Prime Minister Narendra Modi remembered those who lost their lives in the partition of the country, as the nation observed 'Vibhajan Vibhishika Smriti Diwas' (Partition Horrors Remembrance Day) today.

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August 15, 2023
Himachal rain fury claims over 34 lives
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Himachal rain fury claims over 34 lives

Rain fury in Himachal Pradesh unleashed havoc, taking the toll of over 34 human lives and causing the loss of over crores of rupees in separate incidents across various parts of the state on Monday.

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August 15, 2023
BJP is trying to wipe out India's history: Mamata
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BJP is trying to wipe out India's history: Mamata

On the eve of Independence Day, West Bengal chief minister Mamata Banerjee questioned whether people in Kashmir and Manipur are free under BJP rule while addressing a programme at Behala this evening.

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August 15, 2023
India has rightful place on world stage today: Prez Murmu
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India has rightful place on world stage today: Prez Murmu

The nation is playing a crucial role in promoting humanitarian goals around the world, she said

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August 15, 2023
FIBA olympic pre-qualifying tournament Asia: Indian basketball team beat Syrial
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FIBA olympic pre-qualifying tournament Asia: Indian basketball team beat Syrial

Pranav Prince led the charge as India overpowered higher ranked hosts Syria 85-74 in its opening match of the Olympic Basketball Pre-Qualifying Tournament Asia at the Al-Fayhaa Sports Arena in Damascus.

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August 14, 2023
Khelo India Jr women's hockey league 3rd edition kicks off
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Khelo India Jr women's hockey league 3rd edition kicks off

The third edition of Khelo India Junior’s Women’s Hockey League was successfully launched today at the Major Dhyan Chand stadium, New Delhi.

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August 14, 2023
Canadian Open: Pegula beat World No. 1 Swiatek to enter final
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Canadian Open: Pegula beat World No. 1 Swiatek to enter final

Jessica Pegula beat World No. 1 Iga Swiatek in a threeset thriller to reach the National Bank Open final, here.

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August 14, 2023
India move up to 3rd spot in men's hockey rankings
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India move up to 3rd spot in men's hockey rankings

After its brilliant comeback triumph in the Asian Champions Trophy, overtaking England

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August 14, 2023
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Pentagon plans to shake up DC's National Guard, criticised for its response to protests, 6 January

The Pentagon is developing plans to restructure the National Guard in Washington, D.C., in a move to address problems highlighted by the chaotic response to the Jan. 6 riot and safety breaches during the 2020 protests over the murder of George Floyd, The Associated Press has learned.

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August 14, 2023
Russian warship fires warning shots on cargo ship in Black Sea
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Russian warship fires warning shots on cargo ship in Black Sea

A Russian warship on Sunday fired warning shots at a cargo ship in the southwestern Black Sea as it made its way northwards, the first time Russia has fired on merchant shipping beyond Ukraine since exiting a landmark UN-brokered grain deal last month.

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August 14, 2023
Niger's junta gains upper hand over regional bloc threatening military force, analysts say
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Niger's junta gains upper hand over regional bloc threatening military force, analysts say

One week after a deadline passed for mutinous soldiers in Niger to reinstate the country’s ousted president or face military intervention, the junta has not acquiesced.

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August 14, 2023
After checkered results in polls, Anwar needs to unite polarised nation
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After checkered results in polls, Anwar needs to unite polarised nation

After a checkered victory in Saturday’s state elections that saw strong gains by the Malay-Islamist opposition, analysts say Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim faces a daunting task in uniting an increasingly polarized nation and strengthening his nascent unity government.

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August 14, 2023
UN affirms concern over forced repatriation of N Koreans after criticism from rights groups
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UN affirms concern over forced repatriation of N Koreans after criticism from rights groups

The U.N. human rights office expressed grave concern over the forced repatriation of North Koreans from China and elsewhere after facing criticism from rights groups for its “unacceptable silence” on the issue.

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August 14, 2023
Shippers warned to stay away from Iranian waters
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Shippers warned to stay away from Iranian waters

A similar warning went out to shippers earlier this year ahead of Iran seizing two tankers

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August 14, 2023
Argentines vote in a primary election that will gauge the yearning for change amid economic turmoil
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Argentines vote in a primary election that will gauge the yearning for change amid economic turmoil

Argentines vote Sunday in a primary election that will act as a bellwether ahead of October general elections and give a hint at how eager citizens are for a change in a country that is suffering one of the world’s worst inflation rates.

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August 14, 2023
Death toll from Maui fire reaches 93
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Death toll from Maui fire reaches 93

Efforts to find, identify dead in early stages, says authorities

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August 14, 2023