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A GENTLE NUDGE TO BORROW

Additionally, the RBI's decision to maintain the Cash Reserve Ratio (CRR) at 4% means that banks are still required to hold a portion of their deposits as reserves, limiting the funds available for lending.

Opposition MPs from TN demand repatriation of Indian fishermen from Sri Lanka

Opposition MPs from Tamil Nadu on Friday staged a protest at the premises of the Parliament, demanding to bring back Indian fishermen detained by Sri Lankan forces.

Balochistan resident accuses Pakistan Coast Guard of destroying his boat

A resident from the Dasht Kaldaan area of Balochistan has accused the Pakistan Coast Guard of damaging his sole means of livelihood--a small boat that supports his family, according to a report by the Balochistan Post.

6 Killed, 16 Injured in Road Accident in Indore

Six people died and 16 others sustained injuries in a road accident in Madhya Pradesh's Indore district on Friday early morning, an official said.

Harshit 'ready' for death overs bowling in ODIs

The explosive opener left Harshit in disarray by reeling off four consecutive boundaries.

Murdered Youth's Body Discovered in Abandoned Company

On February 5, Subhash Negi, along with company engineers Surat Nagar and Mithlesh Kumar, went to the DLF Phase-1 office around 4 PM to collect the remaining items.

Aero India: HAL's LUH, CATS Warrior to be showstoppers

The Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) is set to take the centre stage at Aero India 2025, showcasing its indigenous products and technologies at the India Pavilion, said the state-owned aerospace and defence company.

PM Modi to visit US on Feb 12-13; energy, defence on agenda

The fact that the Prime Minister has been invited to visit the US within barely three weeks of the new administration taking office shows the importance of the India-US partnership -MEA

RUSSIA CLAIMS CAPTURE OF EASTERN UKRAINE TOWN; KYIV SILENT

Russia’s Defense Ministry claimed on Friday that its forces had captured the coal mining town of Toretsk in their latest breakthrough in eastern Ukraine’s Donetsk region, where Ukrainian defenses are creaking.

PSBs Record Highest-Ever Net Profit of Rs 1.29 Lakh Crore

PSBs posted a record Rs 1.29 lakh crore profit, improved asset quality, strong credit growth, and robust capital reserves.

AAI Completes Airspace Design for Navi Mumbai, Noida Airports

The Airports Authority of India (AAI) has announced the successful completion of airspace design and flight procedures for the Navi Mumbai International Airport and Noida International Airport (Jewar).

TRUMP ANNOUNCES WITHDRAWAL OF THE US FROM UNHRC, UNRWA AND OTHER SIGNIFICANT UN AGENCIES

It appears that Trump will continue to generate significant upheaval in both American and international political landscapes through his bold and controversial choices. This week, President

China's crackdown on Tibetan culture and dissent intensified, says TCHRD report

The Tibetan Centre for Human Rights and Democracy (TCHRD), a Tibetan nongovernmental nonprofit human rights organisation, has released a new report in its Dissenting Voices series, shedding light on the Chinese government’s increasing repression of freedom of expression and information in Tibet, particularly under Chinese President Xi Jinping’s leadership.

20% Judicial Posts Vacant in Lower Courts

India's lower judiciary is facing a serious shortage of judicial officers, with nearly 20 per cent of the sanctioned posts lying vacant.

'They have lost their mental balance': BJP's Sachdeva

Delhi BJP President Virendra Sachdeva on Friday launched a sharp criticism of Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) leaders including former Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal and Sanjay Singh, stating that they have lost their \"mental balance.\"

Guv not required to return 'repugnant Bill': AG to SC amid row in TN

In a case related to Tamil Nadu Governor RN Ravi withholding assent to several Bills passed by the State legislature, the Supreme Court on Friday heard arguments over the Governor's power to assent to the bills.

RPF Pitches In With Help For Woman In Labour

A woman from Bihar's Samastipur gave birth to a baby girl in a train coach at Anand Vihar Railway Station in Delhi with the help of Railway Protection Force (RPF).

ADVENT OF NARENDRA MODI AS AN ECO-CONSCIOUS PRIME MINISTER

The advent of eco-conscious PM Narendra Modi, at this critical juncture, is icebreaking in the socio-economic and political discourse of humankind. PM Modi’s global engagements, be it bilateral, regional or multilateral, have climate concern at its core.

Supreme Court criticises Uttar Pradesh govt for non-compliance with order to investigate illegal filling of water bodies

The Supreme Court in the case Mirza Abid Beg versus. State of UP And Ors. observed and has expressed displeasure over the noncompliance by the State of Uttar Pradesh with the direction of Court to investigate and submit a report on instances of illegal filling of water bodies in Bijnor District.

Who Said What In Parliament

PM Modi Has 'Cong Phobia': Cong MP On PM Speech

Centre committed to ensuring fair prices for farmers: Minister

Implementing MSP as a legal right has challenges including budgetary constraints and operational complexities

India Ranks 19th in Top Startup Hub in 2024

India has ascended to the 19th position globally, returning to the top 20 in 2024, with a total score of 13.529.

Calcutta HC rejects Bengal govt's plea in RG Kar rape-murder case

The Calcutta High Court on Friday rejected the West Bengal Government's petition challenging the life sentence handed to RG Kar rape-murder convict Sanjay Roy by a CBI court but accepted a similar plea from the CBI.

SC dismisses PIL for postal ballot rights for students

The Supreme Court on Friday dismissed a Public Interest Litigation (PIL) relating to the issue of postal ballots facilities for students living outside their resident constituency.

Fire Breaks Out at Okhla Landfill Site

A fire broke out at the Okhla landfill site on Friday.

India certainly can achieve 7% plus growth': RBI Governor

RBI Governor Sanjay Malhotra on Friday said India can certainly achieve 7 per cent or above growth and that should be what the country should aspire for.

AAP Leaders Huddle at Kejriwal's Residence Ahead of Counting

Leaders expressed optimism about securing a majority

Schools closed, classes held online

Schools in Delhi and NCR received bomb threats on Friday, prompting immediate closures and a switch to online classes.

Delhi air quality improves to 'moderate' category

The Central Pollution Control Board reported that the AQI in the national capital stood at a \"poor\" air quality level after the fog conditions.

HC prohibits use of logos, images associated with Ratan Tata and Tata Trusts

The Delhi High Court on Friday ruled against the use of logos and images related to Ratan Tata and Tata Trusts, acknowledging that Tata is a well-known trademark and that the late Ratan Tata is a prominent figure deserving of name protection.