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RBI caps deposit withdrawal from ailing National Co-operative Bank at Rs 50,000

The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has imposed certain restrictions on Bengaluru-based ailing The National Co-operative Bank Ltd and capped deposit withdrawal at Rs 50,000 per account.

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July 26, 2023
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India's technical textile market likely to double in 5yrs: Secretary

The technical textile segment in India has in recent years shown robust growth, both internationally and in the domestic market, and the market is likely to double in the next five years, said Rachna Shah, Secretary, Ministry of Textiles.

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July 26, 2023
Measuring exposure at risk key to manage climate events: RBI
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Measuring exposure at risk key to manage climate events: RBI

RBI Deputy Governor Rao mostly focused on the role of central banks in managing the outcomes from climate change

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July 26, 2023
Legalese of China's BRI agreements
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Legalese of China's BRI agreements

When Chinese Ambassador to Nepal Chen Song proclaimed that Pokhara International Airport was a Belt and Road Initiative (BRI) project during its inaugural and also at the function marking the first flight from China, Nepali officials were caught off-guard by the declaration.

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July 26, 2023
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Hazardous pesticides ban: SC questions repeated setting up of expert committees

The Supreme Court on Tuesday questioned the Central government on its repeatedly appointing expert committees to examine the issue of banning the use of hazardous pesticides in agriculture, observing that the adverse reports recommending banning pesticides were not acted upon.

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July 26, 2023
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Kharge prevented from speaking in Parl while demanding PM's statement over Manipur: Cong

Congress on Tuesday alleged that the mic of Leader of Opposition in Rajya Sabha Mallikarjun Kharge was switched off and he was prevented from speaking when he was demanding a detailed statement by Prime Minister Narendra Modi on the Manipur issue in Parliament.

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July 26, 2023
PM Modi to visit Rajasthan, Gujarat to launch key projects
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PM Modi to visit Rajasthan, Gujarat to launch key projects

On 28 July, he will inaugurate SemiconIndia 2023 at Mahatma Mandir in Gandhinagar

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July 26, 2023
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Hyderabad cops suggest phased logouts for IT cos. due to heavy rains causing traffic logjam

With heavy rains during the evening hours throwing traffic out of gear, Cyberabad police has suggested IT companies should schedule logouts of their employees in a phasewise manner in the IT corridor to avoid traffic jams.

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July 26, 2023
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'Will fight battle independently on our own': JD-S chief HD Deve Gowda on 2024 Lok Sabha polls

Ruling out the possibility of forging a pact with Bharatiya Janata Party-led National Democratic Alliance (NDA) ahead of next year's Lok Sabha polls, the Janata Dal (Secular) chief HD Deve Gowda on Tuesday said that his party will go all alone into the polls.

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July 26, 2023
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Manipur: Thousands join Mizoram 'Solidarity March'

Mizoram CM, ministers, MLAs cutting across party lines took part in the massive march

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July 26, 2023
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Plea filed in Allahabad High Court against Gyanvapi survey

A petition has been filed in Allahabad High Court on behalf of the Anjuman Intejamia Masjid Committee against the order of the Varanasi district judge's court ordering an Archaeological Survey of India (ASI) survey of the Gyanvapi mosque premises.

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July 26, 2023
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IMFraises India's growth forecast to 6.1 pc in FY2023-24, China's GDP to witness fall

The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has revised India’s growth forecast on Tuesday by 20 basis points to 6.1 per cent for Financial Year 2023-24.

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July 26, 2023
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Internet partially restored in Manipur, broadband allowed but no mobile net

The Manipur government, after 84 days, on Tuesday partially lifted the ban on internet services in the ethnic violence-hit state.

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July 26, 2023
Border stand-off has eroded strategic trust: India to China
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Border stand-off has eroded strategic trust: India to China

India has told China yet again that the prolonged military stand-off in eastern Ladakh has eroded strategic trust and underlined the importance of resolving the stalemate at the border to normalise bilateral ties.

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July 26, 2023
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Opp to move no-confidence motion in Lok Sabha today

The Congress-led opposition coalition INDIA will bring a no-confidence motion against the government in Lok Sabha tomorrow (26 July).

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July 26, 2023
PM slams Opp for their conduct in Parliament
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PM slams Opp for their conduct in Parliament

Opp parties have decided to remain in opposition permanently: PM Modi

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July 26, 2023
Djokovic withdraws from Toronto Masters event due to fatigue
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Djokovic withdraws from Toronto Masters event due to fatigue

23-time Grand Slam champion Novak Djokovic has withdrawn from next month's Toronto Masters, Canada's ATP Masters 1000 event, citing fatigue as the reason, the tournament organisers have announced.

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July 25, 2023
'Where national federation ushers fixers in'
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'Where national federation ushers fixers in'

Football buffs allege a betting app said to have been funding the game at in the city may have had a role to ay in fixing a top-tier league match midway through this month with some players' active and clear connivance, a charge the Indian Football Association denies.

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July 25, 2023
MLC: Pooran's scintillating knock helps MI New York defeat Washington Freedom by 8 wickets
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MLC: Pooran's scintillating knock helps MI New York defeat Washington Freedom by 8 wickets

MI New York inched closer to a place in the playoffs after defeating Washington Freedom by eight wickets at Church Street Park, Morrisville on Sunday.

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July 25, 2023
Women's World Cup: Germany register 6-0 win over Morocco
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Women's World Cup: Germany register 6-0 win over Morocco

Skipper Alexandra Popp struck twice as Germany made a flying start to their FIFA Women's World Cup campaign with a comprehensive 6-0 win over the newcomers Morocco here at Melbourne Rectangular Stadium, on Monday.

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July 25, 2023
Mannarino defeats Michelsen to win Hall of Fame Open crown
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Mannarino defeats Michelsen to win Hall of Fame Open crown

The Frenchman Adrian Mannarino ended the dream run of American Alex Michelsen 6-2, 6-4 to clinch the Hall of Fame Open. It is the lefty’s first title of the season.

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July 25, 2023
It's not easy to take a fifer on such a flat wicket, says Siraj
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It's not easy to take a fifer on such a flat wicket, says Siraj

In the ongoing tour of the West Indies, Mohammed Siraj had to step up to be the leader of the Indian fast-bowling attack.

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July 25, 2023
Ashes: England name unchanged 14-member squad for fifth Test
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Ashes: England name unchanged 14-member squad for fifth Test

England will be hoping to win the fifth and final Ashes Test at The Oval

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July 25, 2023
New robot medics to go where doctors can't
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New robot medics to go where doctors can't

Game-changing robotics technology that can provide remote medical treatment to casualties in high-risk emergency environments, has been developed by researchers at the University of Sheffield.

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July 25, 2023
Empowering the Next-Gen of skilled professional
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Empowering the Next-Gen of skilled professional

World Skills competitions have emerged as a global platform for celebrating vocational skills excellence and empowering the next generation of skilled professionals.

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July 25, 2023
PML-N proposes Pakistan Finance Minister as interim PM
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PML-N proposes Pakistan Finance Minister as interim PM

The ruling Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N) party has the proposed name of Finance Minister Ishaq Dar as the next caretaker Prime Minister with additional powers to the temporary setup during its tenure through the crucial transitional period.

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July 25, 2023
US is obstacle to Afghanistan's international recognition: Taliban
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US is obstacle to Afghanistan's international recognition: Taliban

Taliban-appointed defence minister Mullah Mohammad Yaqoob Mujahid said that he considered the United States as an obstacle to the international recognition of Afghanistan, ToloNews reported.

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July 25, 2023
Imran Khan's corruption, bad governance cause of economic malaise: Pakistan PM
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Imran Khan's corruption, bad governance cause of economic malaise: Pakistan PM

‘Khan destroyed the system for his political gains and the IMF conditions were violated over the no-confidence motion’

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July 25, 2023
Former Brazilian President Bolsonaro fades from the spotlight
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Former Brazilian President Bolsonaro fades from the spotlight

Former Brazilian President Jair Bolsonaro is fading from the spotlight, showing the courts’ power over the electoral system and the political shortcomings of the increasingly powerless former leader.

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July 25, 2023
Israeli parliament approves key part of judicial overhaul that has exposed deep fissures in society
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Israeli parliament approves key part of judicial overhaul that has exposed deep fissures in society

Israeli lawmakers on Monday approved a key portion of Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s divisive plan to reshape the country’s justice system despite massive protests that have exposed unprecedented fissures in Israeli society.

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July 25, 2023