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How do we protect the interests of Indian investors, SC asks SEBI

The Supreme Court on Friday inquired from the market regulator Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) on what is being contemplated to put in place a \"robust\" regulatory mechanism to protect the interest of investors from any future stock market crash as has happened in the case of the Adani Group in the past two weeks.

Modi flags off two Vande Bharat trains

Prime Minister Narendra Modi flagged off two new Vande Bharat Express trains linking Mumbai with Solapur and Sainagar Shirdi, amid cheers and clapping from the passengers and the audiences, here on Friday.

UP has become a bright spot for the nation: PM

Narendra Modi inaugurates the Uttar Pradesh Global Investors Summit 2023

'Eureka moment in Asia Cup conflict'

If this is not the eureka moment, the future could be totally uncertain. There is a proposal to hold India's matches in the Asia Cup at a neutral venue if Pakistan get to host the tournament, *** The Statesman***'s sources in Lahore said today. It means Pakistan will fly to Sri Lanka or the United Arab Emirates, two options that the Asian Cricket Council could consider to pre-empt an Indian pull-out, should they make the summit showdown or are required to go into, say, a cluster match versus the highprofile rivals. Bizarre? Yes, but not really impossible. Or, so say insiders, citing the rather high stakes.

BGT: Jadeja, Rohit put India on top after Australia bowled out for 177

Australia skipper Pat Cummins won the toss and elected to bat first on a pitch with low bounce which offered occasional spin

Singapore to lift remaining Covid measures

Singapore will lift few of its remaining Covid-19 measures from February 13 as the country's pandemic situation has remained stable in recent months, the Ministry of Health (MOH) announced on Thursday.

Zelenskyy wraps up European tour with visit to EU summit

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy was wrapping up a whirlwind tour of his major European backers on Thursday, seeking assurances that Ukraine could one day become part of the European Union.

Survivors of Turkey, Syria quake struggle to stay warm, fed

Three days after the temblor and series of aftershocks hit Turkey and Syria, killing more than 17,000

PM Modi to inaugurate UPGIS 2023

The valedictory function of the GIS will be attended by President Droupadi Murmu & around 30 union ministers will also grace the occasion

Pakistan and its IMF addiction

The IMF behaves towards Pakistan like an indulgent aunt. It waits until Pakistan runs out of pocket money and then gives a handout with a homily on the need for prudence and self-control.

Institution of Parliament is to fix accountability of Executive: Kharge

Leader of Opposition in the Rajya Sabha Mallikarjun Kharge on Thursday wrote a letter to the chairman of the House Jagdeep Dhankar, saying \"any criticism of policies and decisions of government and their fallouts cannot be construed as the allegation against any individual Member of House.\" Mr Kharge said the institution of Parliament of India is a platform to fix the accountability of the Executive.

Prez calls for empowerment of women

We need to change the mindset that bringing up children and managing the home is the responsibility of women only,\" President Droupadi Murmu said today.

BRS ready for 17 Feb show of strength

Rally to be attended by other CMs like MK Stalin of TN, Hemant Soren of J'khand

OP Dost: Sixth plane reaches Turkey with reliefaid

The sixth plane from India under \"Operation Dost\" reached Turkey today, carrying rescue personnel, essentials and medical equipment for the earthquake-affected people, external affairs minister S Jaishankar said.

Judiciary: Rijiju bats for proper representation.

Union Law and Justice Minister Kiren Rijiju, replying to a question on reservations in the judiciary in the Rajya Sabha on Thursday, said that there is no reservation policy in the Indian judiciary but reminded the collegium to include those who are not represented adequately in the system.

Putin meets NSA Doval, discusses bilateral issues

Russian President Vladimir Putin today held wide-ranging talks in Moscow with visiting National Security Advisor (NSA) Ajit Doval on a range of bilateral and regional issues.

Lotus blossoms in mud: Modi attacks Opp in RS

Govt pursuing competitive, cooperative federalism, says Modi

Company with cross-holdings under ED scanner in coal scam

As ED raid at real estate office owned by Gajaraj Group unearthed cash haul

Hope fading as deaths in Turkey, Syria quake cross 11.000

With hope fading to find survivors, stretched rescue teams toiled through the night in Turkey and Syria, searching for signs of life in the rubble of thousands of buildings toppled by a catastrophic earthquake.

Emir of Qatar enters race to buy Manchester U

The Emir of Qatar, Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad al-Thani, is interested in buying Premier League giants Manchester United, according to a media report.

Second ICC World Test championship final to be played from 7-11 June at The Oval

The International Cricket Council (ICC) confirmed on Wednesday that the second edition of the ICC World Test Championship Final will be played between June 7-11, 2023, at The Oval in London, England.

It is tough to leave some out: Rohit on selection ahead of BGT

Pant's absence creates a headache for team's think tank as they have to decide some changes

Zelenskyy visits UK for first time since Russia's invasion

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy made a rare trip out of his country Wednesday, daring to visit Britain in a bid for more advanced weapons as Kyiv braces for an expected Russian offensive and hatches its own plans to retake land held by Moscow's forces.

US Navy releases photos of Chinese spy balloon debris

The US Navy has released photos of debris of the suspected Chinese spy balloon which was shot down by an American F-22 fighter jet over the Atlantic Ocean on February 4.

Biden in State of Union exhorts Congress: 'Finish thejob'

Hesoughtto portray anation dramatically improved from the one he took charge of two years ago

Consequences of a confrontation

The 20th National Congress of the Communist Party of China (CCP) unveiled the anticipated extension of the third term of President Xi Jinping and the commissioning of six Politburo Standing Committee (PSC) members, chiefly Xi's disciples. The ousting of Premier Li Keqiang and the Chair of the Chinese People's Political Consultative Conference, Wang Yang from the PSC, and the demotion of Vice-Premier Hu Chunhua reflected the end of the influence of former General Secretary Hu Jintao in the CCP. The current PSC, staffed with four new members - Li Qiang, Cai Qi, Ding Xuexiang and Li Xi - is expected to work closely with Zhao Leji and Wang Huning after the legislative session in March to support the leadership.

Will not withdraw fuel cess, taxes: Kerala finance minister

Kerala finance minister K N Balagopal on Wednesday reiterated that the government would not withdraw the Budget proposal levying cess on the sale of petrol, diesel, liquor and other proposed taxes.

Nellore MLA writes to HM and seeks protection

Seeking formal probe into complaint about snooping by intelligence wing

Mamata to begin Jangalmahal visit on 15 Feb

The visit of the CM in these three Jangalmahal districts will also give boost to the Trinamul workers before the upcoming polls

Animal board urges people to hug cows on Valentine's Day

Triggering controversy, the Animal Welfare Board of India (AWBI), under the ministry of fisheries, animal husbandry and dairying has urged people across the country to observe Cow Hug Day' on 14 February, which is globally observed as Valentine's Day, to highlight significance of cows in Indian culture and rural economy.