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Banks witness increase in deposits for the third consecutive fortnight

BANKS' efforts to mop up deposits have finally begun to pay off with liabilities growing faster than assets for the third consecutive fortnight.

Carmakers, except Hyundai, report surge in Nov sales

MOST carmakers, with the exception of Hyundai Motor India Ltd (HMIL), reported year-on-year growth in November wholesales.

Growth in gross GST collection slows to 8.5% to ₹1.82 L cr in November

THE gross GST collection in November grew at 8.5% year-on-year to ₹1.82 lakh crore largely on the back of healthy accrual from domestic transactions.

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Negotiators fail to reach plastic pollution treaty

NEGOTIATORS have failed to reach agreement on a landmark treaty to curb plastic pollution, the diplomat chairing the talks said on Sunday, calling for additional time to continue discussions.

Armed-gang looting in Gaza forces UN to halt aid supply

The UN agency for Palestinian refugees said on Sunday it is halting aid deliveries through the main cargo crossing into the war-ravaged Gaza Strip because of the threat of armed gangs who have looted recent convoys.

B'desh stops devotees of ISKCON coming to India

DOZENS of ISKCON members who possessed valid travel documents were turned back on Sunday by Bangladesh's immigration police from Benapole border crossing when they tried to cross into India, a media report said.

Fractured Irish mandate may see incumbent parties return

IRELAND's two long-dominant center-right parties looked likely to form a new government as results came in from a fractured national election, though with a reduced vote share and complex coalition negotiations ahead.

Syria launches counterattacks to halt insurgents from advancing

Military rushed reinforcements to northwest, launched air strikes on city of Aleppo, Idlib

Punjab village bans marriage with outsiders, violators to face music

A village in Punjab's Mansa district has passed a resolution prohibiting the villagers from marrying outsiders (migrants) and has banned intra-village marriages.

Candlelight vigil marks Bhopal tragedy anniv

CHILDREN with intellectual and physical deformities in the families affected by the 1984 Bhopal Gas Tragedy are determined to leave the past behind.

Will back BJP choice for CM, meet today on govt formation, says Shinde

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Rio for peaceful solution to Naga political issue

NAGALAND Chief Minister Neiphiu Rio called for early resolution of the protracted \"Naga political issue\" at the 62nd statehood day on Sunday.

10-year jail term as Raj cabinet clears stringent anti-conversion bill

THE ruling BJP in Rajasthan has decided to introduce a tough law to prevent forced religious conversions in the state.

Soren awaits Cong nod on berths as talks shift to Delhi

The Cabinet expansion in Jharkhand is likely to take place on December 5 as state Congress president Keshav Mahato Kamlesh is camping in Delhi for two days after having discussions with Chief Minister Hemant Soren on allocation of berths, sources said.

Nitish to launch women outreach drive on Dec 15

BIHAR Chief Minister Nitish Kumar is all set to embark on yet another statewide journey, 'Mahila Samvad Yatra' from December 15 with an objective to interact with women to make on-the-spot assessment of execution of various schemes launched to 'enable' women to become economically independent and self-reliant.

Over a month into power, Omar, L-G avoid tussle

Sinha cleared statehood resolution; CM didn't react to staff sacking

Railways launches AI-based bedroll inspection tech

THE Indian Railways has implemented an Artificial Intelligence-based system to inspect and sort linens such as bed sheets and towels provided to passengers in the air-conditioned coaches.

AIDS Day: India's efforts lowered HIV cases by 44% in 13 years, says Nadda

INDIA's sustained efforts have ensured a low HIV epidemic level over the years, with new infections in the country in 2023 almost 44 per cent lower than in 2010, while AIDS-related deaths have declined by 79 per cent, Union Health Minister JP Nadda said on Sunday.

Post-Independence history gave credit only to select heroes, says Dhankhar

VICE-PRESIDENT Jagdeep Dhankhar on Sunday expressed deep concern over the \"manipulation and distortion of India's history,\" stating that it has marginalized several heroes who sacrificed their lives for the nation.

Jaishankar to brief House about developments in India-China talks today

AMID a thaw in India-China ties, External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar is set to make a statement in Lok Sabha on Monday on the 'recent developments in India-China relations'.

'RSS not walking the talk on mosque rows'

IN light of tensions surrounding Jama Masjid dispute in Uttar Pradesh's Sambhal and Ajmer shrine in Rajasthan, Congress chief Mallikarjun Kharge criticised the ruling BJP for violating the Places of Worship (Special Provisions) Act 1991 brazenly.

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Tech glitches in a few outlets will be resolved soon: Official

Speaking to TNIE, the manager of a Tasmac outlet in Ranipet said 83 retail outlets in the district process daily sales of ₹14 lakh through the QR code-based system.

15th convocation at Vels univ

LOK Sabha speaker Om Birla on Sunday called upon students to work towards making India a developed nation.

Aavin supplied 15L litres milk across Chennai, pvt players hit

AMID heavy rains triggered by Cyclone Fengal, Aavin supplied about 15 lakh litres of milk across the city on Saturday, ensuring 100% coverage for its consumers.

Harness our double AI power to thwart high tech crime: PM

PRIME Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday called upon the police and security establishment to harness India's double AI power of Artificial Intelligence and 'Aspirational India', to thwart the threats from digital fraud, cyber crime and AI technology, particularly the potential of deepfake to disrupt social and familial relations.

Record rainfall inundates Pondy, Villupuram

Puducherry gets 49cm rainfall, canals waterbodies overflow; power restored in only 20% of affected areas