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Nifty delivers over 2,000 per cent return since its inception in 1996
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Nifty delivers over 2,000 per cent return since its inception in 1996

The Nifty 50 index began its journey on April 22, 1996, with a starting value of 1136.28 point and has recently crossed 25,000 points a growth of nearly 22 times.

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August 15, 2024
NUMBER OF ACTIVE INVESTORS ON NSE SURGED BY 13.9 PC IN JUNE: NSE REPORT
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NUMBER OF ACTIVE INVESTORS ON NSE SURGED BY 13.9 PC IN JUNE: NSE REPORT

The number of active investors on the National Stock Exchange (NSE) surged by 13.9 per cent month-on-month, reaching 1.5 crore in June. This increase marks the third consecutive month of growth in active market users.

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August 15, 2024
'Fake News Detection' In School Textbooks Implemented In Kerala
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'Fake News Detection' In School Textbooks Implemented In Kerala

In a move to empower school children, the Kerala General Education Department has added 'Fact-Checking' modules as part of new ICT textbooks for Classes 5 and 7, designed to help students recognize fake news and perform fact-checking on online platforms.

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August 14, 2024
CPI Inflation Down, But Road Ahead Could Be Bumpy: SBI Report
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CPI Inflation Down, But Road Ahead Could Be Bumpy: SBI Report

India’s Consumer Price Index (CPI) inflation dropped to 3.54 per cent in July 2024, its lowest in nearly five years, largely driven by a decline in vegetable prices.

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August 14, 2024
Excise Policy Case: SC To Hear Kejriwal's Bail Plea Today
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Excise Policy Case: SC To Hear Kejriwal's Bail Plea Today

The Supreme Court will hear Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal's plea challenging his arrest by the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) and bail application in connection with the excise policy case on Wednesday, August 14.

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August 14, 2024
‘Refugees know India is safe country for minorities’: Rijiju
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‘Refugees know India is safe country for minorities’: Rijiju

Union Minister Kiren Rijiju accused opposition parties of defaming the country and said that a campaign was being run to project that minorities were not safe in India.

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August 14, 2024
Supreme Court dismisses ED's plea against High Court order allowing NDTV to seek compounding of alleged FEMA violations
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Supreme Court dismisses ED's plea against High Court order allowing NDTV to seek compounding of alleged FEMA violations

The Supreme Court in the case Directorate of Enforcement v. New Delhi Television Limited observed and has dismissed the petition filed by Directorate of Enforcement, ED challenging the order of Bombay High Court wherein the court allowed New Delhi Television, NDTV to pursue compounding proceedings which are initiated for alleged violations of the Foreign Exchange Management Act, FEMA before the Reserve Bank of India, RBI.

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August 14, 2024
LG Names Kailash Gahlot to lead I-Day flag hoisting
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LG Names Kailash Gahlot to lead I-Day flag hoisting

On Tuesday, Delhi's Lieutenant Governor V. K. Saxena nominated Delhi Minister and senior Aam Aadmi Party leader Kailash Gahlot to hoist the national flag at the official Independence Day event at Chhatrasaal Stadium on August 15, 2024, marking the 78th Independence Day.

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August 14, 2024
54 CR GST REFUND SCAM EXPOSED BY DELHI'S ANTI-CORRUPTION BRANCH
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54 CR GST REFUND SCAM EXPOSED BY DELHI'S ANTI-CORRUPTION BRANCH

Seven people were arrested for running the racket of fake invoices and getting GST refunds from the department.

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August 14, 2024
BSF engages border villages to fortify security along India-Bangladesh border
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BSF engages border villages to fortify security along India-Bangladesh border

In light of the evolving situation in Bangladesh, the Border Security Force (BSF) is intensifying its efforts along the India-Bangladesh border, including its effort to orchestrate \"village coordination meetings\" in border villages, aiming to enlist local support for bolstering security and curbing illegal activities.

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August 14, 2024
Security tightened on Jammu-Srinagar Highway ahead of Independence Day
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Security tightened on Jammu-Srinagar Highway ahead of Independence Day

Authorities have tightened security, including checking of vehicles on the JammuSrinagar Highway, ahead of the 78th Independence Day.

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August 14, 2024
ECI EVALUATES PREPARATIONS FOR HARYANA ASSEMBLY POLLS
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ECI EVALUATES PREPARATIONS FOR HARYANA ASSEMBLY POLLS

Enhanced electoral infrastructure, special provisions for senior citizens and physically challenged voters announced ahead of october elections

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August 14, 2024
Maruti Suzuki's first time SUV exports to Japan is a proof of 'Make in India success: Piyush Goyal
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Maruti Suzuki's first time SUV exports to Japan is a proof of 'Make in India success: Piyush Goyal

Union Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal praised the nation's growing manufacturing prowess on Tuesday, stating that Maruti Suzuki's SUV exports to Japan are evidence of the \"Make In India\" campaign's success.

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August 14, 2024
HUMANS HAVE LEARNED HOW TO SURVIVE IN SPACE: INDIAN COSMONAUT RAKESH SHARMA
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HUMANS HAVE LEARNED HOW TO SURVIVE IN SPACE: INDIAN COSMONAUT RAKESH SHARMA

Speaking at the \"Youth Sabha 2047: Shaping India's Future\" event on International Youth Day on Monday, Rakesh Sharma India's first Astronaut said that humans have learned how to survive in space.

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August 14, 2024
Direct tax collections 24 pc higher at Rs 8.1 lakh crore
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Direct tax collections 24 pc higher at Rs 8.1 lakh crore

The gross direct tax collections by the government so far in 2024-15 were 24 per cent higher on a yearly basis at Rs 8.13 lakh crore, data released by the Central Board of Direct Taxes (CBDT) showed on Monday.

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August 14, 2024
KFC HITS 76 MILLION VIEWS AND 15266 IN-APP ORDERS
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KFC HITS 76 MILLION VIEWS AND 15266 IN-APP ORDERS

DRIM , the performance influencer marketing platform in collaboration with Blink Digital, piloted a transformative campaign for KFC in India, amassing over 76 million organic views and over 10k in-app orders.

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August 14, 2024
Foreign investors taking money off table amid volatility, high valuation fears in India
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Foreign investors taking money off table amid volatility, high valuation fears in India

Foreign portfolio investors are taking money off the table lately, amidst volatility in the Indian stocks.

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August 14, 2024
54TH GST COUNCIL MEETING TO TAKE PLACE ON SEPTEMBER 9 IN NEW DELHI
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54TH GST COUNCIL MEETING TO TAKE PLACE ON SEPTEMBER 9 IN NEW DELHI

The 54th Meeting of the Goods and Services Tax Council or GST Council, will be held on 9th September 2024 in New Delhi, the GST Council said in a post on social media platform “X” on Tuesday.

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August 14, 2024
RBI Dy Governor highlights urgent need to evolve deposit insurance system
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RBI Dy Governor highlights urgent need to evolve deposit insurance system

Reserve Bank of India (RBI) Deputy Governor Michael Patra on Tuesday underscored the urgent need for evolving deposit insurance systems to meet the challenges posed by rapid financial innovation and climate change

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August 14, 2024
BIS establishes a new environment and ecology department to advance standardisation
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BIS establishes a new environment and ecology department to advance standardisation

In its endeavour to advance standardisation, the Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) has formed a new department for standardisation, the Ministry of Consumer Affairs, Food & Public Distribution said in a statement on Tuesday.

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August 14, 2024
Sandeep Poundrik takes over as secretary, Ministry of Steel
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Sandeep Poundrik takes over as secretary, Ministry of Steel

Bihar cadre IAS officer Sandeep Poundrik assumed charge as Secretary, Ministry of Steel, at Udyog Bhawan. He is a 1993-batch IAS officer from the Bihar cadre.

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August 14, 2024
BUNKERING AT INDIA PORTS SHOT UP 65% IN 2024: S&P GLOBAL COMMODITY INSIGHTS
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BUNKERING AT INDIA PORTS SHOT UP 65% IN 2024: S&P GLOBAL COMMODITY INSIGHTS

Bunkering activity in India has experienced significant growth in 2024, with the total number of bunkering and ship to-ship calls to Indian ports increasing by 64 per cent year-on-year through July.

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August 14, 2024
SC To Consider Kejriwal's Plea On CBI Arrest In Excise Case
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SC To Consider Kejriwal's Plea On CBI Arrest In Excise Case

The Supreme Court on Monday agreed to consider listing for hearing a plea of Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal against the Delhi High Court order upholding his arrest by the CBI in a corruption case stemming from the alleged excise policy scam.

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August 13, 2024
New Canada Visa Policies For Skilled Professionals
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New Canada Visa Policies For Skilled Professionals

In a strategic move to address global talent shortages and bolster its economic growth, Canada has announced new immigration policies that offer significant opportunities for skilled professionals worldwide.

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August 13, 2024
Lucknow Leads Tier 2 Cities In Shopping Centre Space: Knight Frank India Report
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Lucknow Leads Tier 2 Cities In Shopping Centre Space: Knight Frank India Report

According to Knight Frank India's latest research report, Think India, Think Retail 2024, Lucknow has emerged as the leader in gross leasable area (GLA) for shopping centres among 21 tier 2 cities across India.

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August 13, 2024
IMD Predicts Rains In Several Parts Of Himachal In Next Few Days
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IMD Predicts Rains In Several Parts Of Himachal In Next Few Days

The Indian Meteorological Department (IMD) has forecast rains in several districts of Himachal Pradesh over the next five days.

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August 13, 2024
Bangladesh's Economy At Risk Of Pandemic-Level Decline
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Bangladesh's Economy At Risk Of Pandemic-Level Decline

A recent report by Moody's warns that the ongoing curfews in Bangladesh could severely harm the country's economy, potentially bringing it back to levels seen during the pandemic.

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August 13, 2024
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SC rules disclosure statements irrelevant in Gujarat Murder Case

The Supreme Court in the case Allarakha Habib Memon Etc. Versus State Of Gujarat observed and has held hat the disclosure made by an accused under Section 27 of the Indian Evidence Act. 1872 is irrelevant if the fact was previously being known to the police.

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August 13, 2024
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Atishi to hoist national flag, Rai directs department to make arrangements Ra or In at FL M De

Aam Aadmi Party senior leader and Delhi Environment Minister Gopal Rai stated that Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal has expressed his wish for Education Minister Atishi to hoist the national flag on Independence Day.

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August 13, 2024
We have hope from Supreme Court, says Manish Sisodia
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We have hope from Supreme Court, says Manish Sisodia

In his first interview after securing bail in the Delhi Excise policy case, Senior AAP leader and former Delhi Deputy CM Manish Sisodia said that he has hope from the Supreme Court that like him it would also deliver justice to CM Arvind Kejriwal as well.

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August 13, 2024