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Environmental protection need of the hour, media has to play greater role: Ex President Kovind
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Environmental protection need of the hour, media has to play greater role: Ex President Kovind

“Most of the television journalists are busy for a dope on election narrative. They find issues like religion that will deviate the viewer or reader from the core issues. However there are more pressing issues on which the media need to pay attention.

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September 15, 2023
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Nadda slams INDIA; asks to focus on serving people

BJP national president Jagat Prakash Nadda, on Thursday, launched a fresh attack on the Opposition bloc I.N.D.I.A accusing it of bashing Sanatan culture and bullying the media.

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September 15, 2023
Even indulged in cow dung scam: PM slams Cong govt in Chh'garh
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Even indulged in cow dung scam: PM slams Cong govt in Chh'garh

BJP in the state has alleged scam in cow dung procurement under the state's Gaudhan Nyay Yojana

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September 15, 2023
TDP, Jana Sena to fight 2024 elections in alliance: Pawan Kalyan
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TDP, Jana Sena to fight 2024 elections in alliance: Pawan Kalyan

The Jana Sena and TDP will form an alliance and fight the 2024 elections together. This was announced today by JSP chief Pawan Kalyan who hoped that the BJP will also join this alliance to fight against the YSRCP.

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September 15, 2023
Kavitha summoned by ED again in liquor scam case
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Kavitha summoned by ED again in liquor scam case

BRC MLC dismisses development as politically motivated

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September 15, 2023
Howrah to organise centenary celebration of Rabindra Sangeet maestro Suchitra Mitra
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Howrah to organise centenary celebration of Rabindra Sangeet maestro Suchitra Mitra

A two-day centenary celebration of Suchitra Mitra will be held on 19-20 September at Sarat Sadan in Howrah.

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September 15, 2023
12 former VCs send legal notice to Bengal governor
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12 former VCs send legal notice to Bengal governor

These 12 former vice-chancellors are those who were recently cited by the governor

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September 15, 2023
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Panja slams Pradhan for comments on Abhishek

Coming down heavily on union education minister Dr Dharmendra Pradhan for his statement that Trinamul Congress national general secretary Abhishek Banerjee was \"scared of the central agencies and very corrupt,\" senior party leader Dr Shashi Panja said instead of talking about Mr Banerjee he should make a statement on the leader of Opposition who was seen taking money in Narada sting operation.

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September 15, 2023
Biggest vessel calls at Haldia Dock complex
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Biggest vessel calls at Haldia Dock complex

Syama Prasad Mookerjee Port achieved a milestone by berthing one of the largest vessels of its kind, ‘M.T. Clearocean Ajax’ at Haldia Dock Complex today.

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September 15, 2023
ED seeks details of Abhishek Banerjee's assets
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ED seeks details of Abhishek Banerjee's assets

After nine hours of marathon interrogation of the Trinamul Congress national general secretary and MP Abhishek Banerjee in connection with the teachers’ recruitment scam on Wednesday, the Enforcement Directorate today sought minute details of the assets of the Trinamul Congress MP and his family members.

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September 15, 2023
Indian-origin economist Tharman sworn in as Singapore President
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Indian-origin economist Tharman sworn in as Singapore President

Indian-origin economist, Tharman Shanmugaratnam was sworn in as the ninth Singapore President on Thursday, two weeks after his landslide victory in the polls, The Strait Times reported.

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September 15, 2023
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Three injured as private aircraft skids, crashes at Mumbai airport

At least three persons were injured after a private business aircraft with six passengers and two crew flying from Vizag to Mumbai skidded off the runway and crashlanded at the Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport, officials said here on Thursday.

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September 15, 2023
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INDIA to stay away from news shows of 14 anchors

A day after the first meeting of the Indian National Developmental Inclusive Alliance (INDIA) bloc's coordination committee, the sub group of media on Thursday announced to not participate in the news shows of 14 anchors.

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September 15, 2023
Indian consulate seeks action against US cop heard mocking death of Indian student
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Indian consulate seeks action against US cop heard mocking death of Indian student

The Consulate General of India in San Francisco has taken cognizance of the viral video in which a US cop is heard laughing over the death of an Indian student, who was hit by a speeding police van in Seattle. Terming the incident \"deeply troubling\", the Indian Consulate has raised the issue with authorities in Washington as well as local administration in Seattle and demanded action against the accused policeman.

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September 15, 2023
Special session: BJP, Congress issue whip for all MPs to be present
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Special session: BJP, Congress issue whip for all MPs to be present

With the Lok Sabha expected to take up several important Bills during its Special Session scheduled from 18 to 22 September, both the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) and the Congress have issued a whip to their MPs to attend House proceedings on all days.

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September 15, 2023
PM castigates Opp over Sanatan Dharma
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PM castigates Opp over Sanatan Dharma

'Bharat is the Vishwamitra in the world today,' Narendra Modi asserted

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September 15, 2023
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FIH withdraws Olympic hockey Qualifiers from Pak

The International Hockey Federation (FIH) will soon announce a new host for one of the three Paris 2024 Olympic Qualifiers after withdrawing the hosting rights from Pakistan. The FIH was on Tuesday withdrew the men's Olympic qualifier from Pakistan because of issues related to the Pakistan Hockey Federation.

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September 14, 2023
Trusted my preparation, says KL on stunning int'l comeback
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Trusted my preparation, says KL on stunning int'l comeback

KL Rahul was initially not slated to be in India’s playing eleven for their Asia Cup Super Four match against Pakistan, till a back spasm to Shreyas Iyer made him a last-minute addition.

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September 14, 2023
Kim vows full support for Russia
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Kim vows full support for Russia

The North Korean leader made the statement in a meet with Putin

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September 14, 2023
'Tesla aims to source automobile parts worth up to $1.9 bn from India this year'
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'Tesla aims to source automobile parts worth up to $1.9 bn from India this year'

Electric vehicle major Tesla Inc plans to source automobile parts worth up to $1.9 billion this year from India, Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal said on Wednesday.

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September 14, 2023
No need to make six airbags mandatory for cars, says Gadkari
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No need to make six airbags mandatory for cars, says Gadkari

Minister for Transport and Highways Nitin Gadkari on Wednesday said his Ministry doesn't want to make six airbags mandatory for cars.

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September 14, 2023
RBI directs banks to return property documents within 30 days of loan repayment
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RBI directs banks to return property documents within 30 days of loan repayment

Once the borrower has made the full payment towards a loan, lenders shall release all the original movable/immovable property documents and remove charges registered with any registry within a period of 30 days, Reserve Bank of India said on Wednesday.

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September 14, 2023
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Nifty closes above 20K for first time ever

Thirteen of the 15 Nifty sectoral indices ended in the green in Wednesday's session & BSE Sensex was up 245.86 points to close at 67,466 pts

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September 14, 2023
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JFK twist

As the 60th anniversary of President John F. Kennedy's assassination approaches, an unexpected twist has emerged from an interview with Paul Landis, a former Secret Service agent who was a first-hand witness to the fateful events of 22 November 1963.

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September 14, 2023
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Cold War 2.0

That the United States of America is entering a consequential period in its relations with China is beyond doubt. The trajectory of this bilateral relationship will shape both countries' foreign policy agendas for decades to come.

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September 14, 2023
Taking forward G20 agenda, 3rd Int'l Climate Summit to begin today SERVISE
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Taking forward G20 agenda, 3rd Int'l Climate Summit to begin today SERVISE

India is aiming to become the third largest economy in the world, and New Delhi is putting a major focus on green hydrogen, biofuels, and renewables to achieve this goal.

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September 14, 2023
'Ready to lead the country': JD-U pitches Nitish as INDIA's PM face
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'Ready to lead the country': JD-U pitches Nitish as INDIA's PM face

Ahead of INDIA bloc's coordination committee meeting, the Janta Dal-United or JD-U has pitched Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar as the Opposition's Prime Ministerial face for the 2024 Lok Sabha elections.

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September 14, 2023
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British PM Rishi Sunak's parents visit AP temple

British Prime Minister Rishi Sunak's parents on Wednesday visited the Sri Raghavendra Swamy Mutt temple in Andhra Pradesh's Kurnool district.

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September 14, 2023
With 4 Nipah cases, Kozhikode under close watch: Health Min
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With 4 Nipah cases, Kozhikode under close watch: Health Min

All arrangements are in place to contain the spread of Nipah virus which has infected four people in Kozhikode, Kerala Health Minister Veena George informed the State Assembly on Wednesday.

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September 14, 2023
Chandrababu Naidu gets a bit of relief from HC
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Chandrababu Naidu gets a bit of relief from HC

TDP supporters hold a massive protest in IT corridors of Gacchibowli in Hyd

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September 14, 2023