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'Extremely intense spell': 6 weather stations record over 100 mm rainfall
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'Extremely intense spell': 6 weather stations record over 100 mm rainfall

Six weather stations across Delhi recorded over 100 mm of rain in a single day, the India Meteorological Department (IMD) said on Thursday, categorising it as an “extremely intense spell”. b

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August 02, 2024
Civil services aspirants continue protest for 5th day
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Civil services aspirants continue protest for 5th day

Civil services aspirants protesting the Rajinder Nagar coaching centre deaths continued their agitation for the fifth day on Thursday, a day after the area was again submerged following heavy rain.

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August 02, 2024
MCD orders survey of buildings with basement, hanging electricity wires
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MCD orders survey of buildings with basement, hanging electricity wires

The Municipal Corporation of Delhi (MCD) has ordered a survey of buildings with basements, open hanging wires and old barrels catering to the combined drainage system across the city in wake of the Rajinder Nagar coaching centre deaths.

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August 02, 2024
Delhi government to roll out online pension portal
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Delhi government to roll out online pension portal

In a recent development, the Delhi government is set to introduce a new online pension processing system named ‘Bhavishya,’ on October 1, designed to eliminate the need for physical visits to government offices throughout the pension approval process.

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August 02, 2024
Kusale wins India's first 50m rifle 3P Olympic bronze
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Kusale wins India's first 50m rifle 3P Olympic bronze

Swapnil Kusale absorbed the big-stage pressure like a sponge and came out shining in the men’s 50m Rifle 3 positions event to win a historic bronze medal for India at the Paris Olympics on Thursday.

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August 02, 2024
SC rules states can sub-classify Scheduled Castes for quota
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SC rules states can sub-classify Scheduled Castes for quota

CALLS FOR EXCLUSION OF CREAMY LAYER’ AMONG THE SCs FROM RESERVATION BENEFITS

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August 02, 2024
Cloud bursts, floods devastate Himachal; 5 dead
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Cloud bursts, floods devastate Himachal; 5 dead

Nature has ravaged Himachal Pradesh once again, bringing back the images and pain of devastation and unconfirmed deaths, leaving dozens of families shocked over the loss of lives as many woke up to destruction early Thursday morning.

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August 02, 2024
Paper leak outside, water leak inside: Oppn takes dig at govt over leak in Parl building
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Paper leak outside, water leak inside: Oppn takes dig at govt over leak in Parl building

Leakage in the lobby fixed, says Lok Sabha Secretariat

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August 02, 2024
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IMD predicts above-normal rainfall for August-September

The India Meteorological Department (IMD) on Thursday forecasted above-normal rainfall for India in August and September, with a high likelihood of favourable La Nina conditions developing by the end of August

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August 02, 2024
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Severe rainfall in Uttarakhand kills 14

Heavy overnight rains in Uttarakhand have led to a tragic loss of life and widespread disruption, with authorities suspending the Kedarnath Yatra due to safety concerns.

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August 02, 2024
Capital in chaos: Parts of Delhi remain waterlogged, six dead
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Capital in chaos: Parts of Delhi remain waterlogged, six dead

The Capital was plunged into chaos on Wednesday evening as an extremely intense spell of rainfall battered the national capital, claiming six lives and leaving a trail of destruction in its wake.

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August 02, 2024
Desperate search for survivors continues as death toll hits 190 in Kerala; 200 still missing
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Desperate search for survivors continues as death toll hits 190 in Kerala; 200 still missing

Unconfirmed reports suggest fatalities could be as high as 276

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August 02, 2024
'Donald Trump's gag order remains in effect'
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'Donald Trump's gag order remains in effect'

A New York appeals court on Thursday denied Donald Trump's bid to end a gag order in his hush money criminal case, rejecting the Republican former president's argument that his May conviction \"constitutes a change in circumstances\" that warrants lifting the restrictions.

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August 02, 2024
Olympics: Sindhu And Sen March Into Pre-Quarterfinals With Dominant Wins
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Olympics: Sindhu And Sen March Into Pre-Quarterfinals With Dominant Wins

Sen May Face Hs Prannoy In An All-Indian Contest

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August 01,2024
Paris Olympics: Borgohain, Sindhu And Sen Keep Medal Hopes High
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Paris Olympics: Borgohain, Sindhu And Sen Keep Medal Hopes High

Sreeja Akula Sparkles In TT

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August 01,2024
Gadkari urges FM to withdraw 18% GST on life, medical insurance premiums
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Gadkari urges FM to withdraw 18% GST on life, medical insurance premiums

Union Minister of Road Transport and Highways Nitin Gadkari has requested Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman to withdraw the 18 per cent goods and services tax (GST) on life and medical insurance premiums.

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August 01,2024
FM says Budget balanced and caters to needs of all segments
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FM says Budget balanced and caters to needs of all segments

BUDGET AIMS FOR FISCAL DEFICIT TARGET OF 4.5% BY FY26

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August 01,2024
Two strikes on militant leaders risk inflaming Middle East on edge
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Two strikes on militant leaders risk inflaming Middle East on edge

GAZA CEASEFIRE NEGOTIATIONS COULD CRUMBLE

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August 01,2024
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Hasina seeks cooperation from UN, other agencies to conduct probe

Bangladesh Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina on Wednesday sought cooperation from the United Nations and other international organisations to conduct a proper investigation into the recent nationwide violence during the anti-quota agitation to punish the real culprits involved in the attacks.

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August 01,2024
ED raids Cong MLA's home, pvt hospitals in HP amid probe into Ayushman Bharat fraud
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ED raids Cong MLA's home, pvt hospitals in HP amid probe into Ayushman Bharat fraud

Two hospitals in Kangra raided, including Fortis, owned by Cong MLA R S Bali

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August 01,2024
Noida fire claims lives of three young sisters; parents critical
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Noida fire claims lives of three young sisters; parents critical

‘E-RICKSHAW BATTERY SHORT CIRCUIT SUSPECTED’

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August 01,2024
Sobhita is also 'waiting" for 'Made in Heaven' S3
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Sobhita is also 'waiting" for 'Made in Heaven' S3

Dhulipala, also known for the ‘Ponniyin Selvan’ film franchise, plays ambitious wedding planner Tara Khanna in the popular series

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August 01,2024
Cong, BJP members spar in LS during Calling Attention Motion
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Cong, BJP members spar in LS during Calling Attention Motion

ON WAYANAD LANDSLIDES ISSUE

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August 01,2024
We will not let students' safety be compromised, says Atishi
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We will not let students' safety be compromised, says Atishi

Govt to bring law to regulate coaching centres: Min; Deceptive, says BJP

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August 01,2024
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UPSC cancels trainee IAS officer Puja Khedkar's candidature

Bars her from all future exams

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August 01,2024
Hamas leader killed in Iran by an alleged Israeli airstrike
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Hamas leader killed in Iran by an alleged Israeli airstrike

RAISING FEARS OF REGIONAL ESCALATION

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August 01,2024
Shah says Kerala was forewarned about landslides; Vijayan refutes
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Shah says Kerala was forewarned about landslides; Vijayan refutes

A war of words has broken out between the Central and state governments over the devastating landslides in Kerala that have claimed at least 167 lives and left over 200 injured. Union Home Minister Amit Shah, speaking in Parliament on Wednesday, claimed that the central government had issued multiple “advance warnings” to Kerala about possible floods and landslides, but these warnings were ignored.

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August 01,2024
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Cong MP submits privilege motion notice against PM

A political storm erupted in Lok Sabha following controversial remarks made by BJP MP Anurag Thakur during a discussion on the Union Budget.

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August 01,2024
India, China hold constructive talks, no breakthrough yet
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India, China hold constructive talks, no breakthrough yet

India and China engaged in “constructive” and “forward-looking” diplomatic discussions on Wednesday in an effort to resolve the ongoing border standoff along the Line of Actual Control (LAC) in eastern Ladakh.

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August 01,2024
Death toll rises to 167; 191 still missing
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Death toll rises to 167; 191 still missing

KERALA LANDSLIDES: RESCUE OPS UNDERWAY, OVER 1,500 RESCUED

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August 01,2024