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Over 98% ₹2,000 notes returned, notes worth ₹6,839 cr still with public
The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) on Monday said 98.08 per cent of the Rs 2,000 banknotes have been returned to the banking system, and only Rs 6,839 crore worth such notes are still with the public.
Cost of insurance to fall if GST Council cuts tax on premium
NEW DELHI: Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman on Monday said the cost of insurance to the policy holder is expected to come down if the GST Council recommends a reduction in GST rate on health and life insurance policies.
Philippine navy shadows Russian submarine spotted in SCS
MANILA: The Philippine military deployed a navy ship and air force planes to shadow a Russian submarine, which passed through the South China Sea off the country's western coast last week, a security official said on Monday.
Ceasefire reached in Pakistan's Kurram
The development comes after toll in sectarian clashes climbs to 133
Biden pardons his son Hunter, says charges politically motivated
HUNTER BIDEN WAS CONVICTED EARLY THIS YEAR ON FEDERAL GUN AND TAX CHARGES AND WAS SET TO APPEAR SOON IN DELON
Israel violated ceasefire with Hezbollah over 50 times
Lebanon's parliament speaker on Monday accused Israel of committing 54 breaches of the ceasefire that ended the war between Hezbollah and Israel, demanding urgent intervention to halt what he called \"flagrant violations\".
Syria launches counterattacks in attempt to halt insurgency
AS IRAN'S TOP DIPLOMAT MEETS ASSAD
Annihilating sacrificial fire
The goal, the realisation of Golwalkar's lifelong austerities, was to see India arise in all her glory - civilisational and spiritual, as a beacon powerhouse for humanity and for the world
Caught in a crossfire
The mixed reactions to Trump's presidency in Pakistan stem from historical US-Pak tensions, strategic ties with China, and evolving US-India dynamics, as Islamabad also faces mounting pressure on terrorism and regional policies
Risky 'rewriting'
Ever since the Supreme Court of India ruled in the favour of Ram Temple in Ayodhya vis-à-vis Babri Masjid—which was followed by a nationwide celebration spearheaded by none other than the State—similar claims and legal battles have surfaced with considerable frequency.
Book on 5,500 Indian temples unveiled
Union minister for Tourism and Culture, Gajendra Singh Shekhawat, unveiled an exhaustive book titled Temples Tour, comprising accounts of more than 5,500 temples across India.
Indian Navy ensured merchant vessels' safety across key maritime corridors'
The Chief of Naval Staff highlights the Navy's achievements
Cong workers clash with police after party UP chief stopped from visiting Sambhal
A scuffle erupted between Congress workers and Uttar Pradesh Police on Monday as state Congress president Ajay Rai was stopped from visiting violence-hit Sambhal district.
Pb: Patwari held for accepting bribe of Rs 10k
As Punjab Vigilance Bureau (VB) has arrested a revenue Patwari, Gaurav Gupta, posted in SBS Nagar district for demanding and accepting a bribe of Rs 10,000.
Tejgyan Foundation celebrates silver jubilee
CHANDIGARH: The Tejgyan Foundation, widely known for its \"Happy Thoughts\" initiative, organised a grand Silver Jubilee Meditation Festival in Chandigarh on Monday, marking 25 years since its inception.
Hry authorities hold meeting with farmers as foot march to Delhi approaches near
CHANDIGARH: The authorities in Haryana held a meeting with farmers in Ambala on Monday amid a call by Punjab farmers for a foot march towards Delhi from Shambhu and Khanauri border on December 6.
Bihar: Health officers' recruitment exam cancelled for irregularities
CHANDIGARH: The Bihar government on Monday cancelled community health officer recruitment examinations after the Economic Offences Unit (EOU) of the state police detected widespread \"irregularities and malpractices\" during the online test at three centres here, an official said.
Amend rules over bureaucrats wives holding ex-officio posts
The Supreme Court asks the state to amend its rules to end the practice reflecting a colonial mindset\"
Consular properties should not be targeted under any circumstances
BREACH OF B'DESH MISSION'S PREMISES IN AGARTALA
Coastal Shipping Bill introduced in LS amid din
The Bill seeks to create a National Database of coastal shipping so as to ensure transparency of procedures and aid in information sharing
National interest vs lack of jobs: Oppn, BJP MPs debate Bhagwat's population remarks
A day after RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat expressed concern over declining population growth
PM Modi to attend Assam investor summit in Feb
NEW DELHI: Prime Minister Narendra Modi will attend the Assam Investor and Infrastructure Summit in Guwahati in February next year, Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma said here on Monday.
BJP leader Raja convicted, sentenced by special court for remarks against Periyar statue, Kanimozhi
CHENNAI: A special court here on Monday convicted and sentenced senior BJP leader H Raja in two cases, one relating to making remarks against DMK MP Kanimozhi and the other about demolishing Periyar statues in the state, a few years ago.
Treat Muslims as equals: Farooq Abdullah
National Conference President Farooq Abdullah on Monday said the Centre should put a stop to activities that can spark communal tension in the country, and treat Muslims as equals.
Over 88 lakh houses delivered under PMAY-U, Govt tells RS
More than 88 lakh houses have been delivered to the beneficiaries under the Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana (Urban), the Rajya Sabha was informed on Monday.
Govt deploys advanced tech to monitor fuel stations nationwide: Parliamentary report
The regulatory mechanism, developed under the Legal Metrology Act, 2009 and Legal Metrology (General) Rules, 2011, provides a robust oversight framework
Places of Worship Act must be implemented in letter and spirit, asserts Congress
JAIRAM RAMESH TERMS UNFORTUNATE ON VARIOUS RECENT ROWS
Centre reaches out to Oppn for Parliamentary debate on B'desh crisis
Amid concerns over minority safety & governance
Adani row: SKM threatens protest in support of Opposition's demand for JPC probe
NEW DELHI: The Samyukt Kisan Morcha (SKM) on Monday attacked the Centre over the Adani issue and threatened to launch a protest in support of the Opposition's demand for a Joint Parliamentary Committee (JPC) probe into the allegations against the business group.
Maha: About 15 CISF personnel booked in road rage case; force files counter FIR
MUMBAI: Police have registered a case against 10 to 15 CISF personnel for allegedly assaulting a doctor, his brother and another person in a road rage incident in Maharashtra's Navi Mumbai township, officials said on Monday.