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Stock Markets rebound on global support and eased rate hike concerns

Benchmark stock indices Sensex and Nifty rebounded on November 21 after two days of decline following buying in select metal and banking shares and a bullish trend in the US markets on easing rate hike worries.

Delhi Minister urges vigilance to curb air pollution

The environment minister for Delhi, GopalRai, stated on Tuesday that he anticipates the national capital’s air quality to improve in the next days and that citizens must exercise caution in order to reduce air pollution.

INDIA DONATES $2.5M TO UN AGENCY FOR PALESTINIAN REFUGEES

India contributes 2.5 million to UNRWA, part of the annual 5 million for 2023-24 to support core programs for Palestinian refugees, covering education, healthcare, relief, and social services

Former BYJU's employees allege missed full and final settlement deadline

Edtech major BYJU’S former employees have al leged that the company has failed to meet the deadline for full and final settlement of laid-off workers.

ADB appoints Yingming Yang as VP for key regions

In an effort to strengthen its leadership team, the Asian Development Bank (ADB) has announced the appointment of Yingming Yang as Vice-President for South, Central, and West Asia.

Fitch predicts palm oil price dip in 2024 due to output surge

Fitch Ratings, a global leader in credit ratings and research projects a substantial drop in average crude palm oil (CPO) prices for 2024.

NAIKNAVARE DEVELOPERS UNVEILS 'ARANYA' RESIDENTIAL PROJECT IN TALEGAON

Aranya, a new residential project by Naiknavare Developers in Talegaon, is now open. Make room for everyone

The preferred mode of eco-friendly commuting for COP28 attendees

The upcoming COP28 Presidency is advocating for the use of the Dubai Metro as the primary mode of transport throughout the two-week conference, emphasizing both efficiency and sustainability.

India backs two-state solution for Israel-Palestine conflict

India’s Permanent Representative to the United Nations, Ruchira Kamboj, reiterated India’s longstanding stance on the Israel-Palestine issue during discussions at the United Nations General Assembly.

JAISHANKAR, WONG DISCUSS INDO-AUSTRALIAN RELATIONS

Wong highlighted uniting First Nations cultures from Australia and India through the Gondwana Art project and announced an audio-visual co-production agreement to encourage creative collaboration

DMK questions TN Governor's Bill delay

The delay in disposing of bills by Tamil Nadu Governor RN Ravi has come under severe scrutiny, prompting criticism from DMK leader TKS Elangovan.

Tackling stubble burning to clear Delhi's air

Punit Renjen, the Deputy Chair of German software firm SAP and renowned Indian-American business leader, has unveiled promising solutions to tackle the pervasive issue of stubble burning, a significant contributor to the alarming air pollution levels in northern India.

CM Dhami hails breakthrough in pipeline insertion work

Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami expressed optimism as communication was reestablished with the 41 workers trapped in Uttarakhand’s Silkyara tunnel.

INDIA EXPECTS MDB REFORM MOMENTUM TO CONTINUE, GREEN ENERGY, CLIMATE IN FOCUS

Amidst India’s successful G2O Presidency, the virtual leaders’ summit is expected to set the stage for ambitious outcomes

Delhi HC to decide on defamation case

The Delhi High Court has kept its decision pending on an interim application in Chief Secretary Naresh Kumar’s defamation lawsuit against ‘The Wire’, which demanded the news portal take down a contentious article.

Youth Ideathon 2023 grand finale: top 10 National winners recognized

The groundbreaking Youth Ideathon 2023 celebrated its culmination with a gala conclusion hosted in the esteemed Dogra Hall of IIT Delhi.

Dengue outbreak in Bangladesh: cases surpass 300,000

The number of dengue cases in Bangladesh has surpassed 300,000, as the country struggles with its worst dengue outbreak ever.

PM MODI CONGRATULATES LUC FRIEDEN, NEW LUXEMBOURG PRIME MINISTER

Congratulations, @LucFrieden, new Prime Minister of Luxembourg! Excited to strengthen IndiaLuxembourg relations rooted in democratic values

PLEA IN SC CHALLENGING COLONIAL-ERA SHARIAT LAW. 1937

A petition has been filed in the Supreme Court challenging the validity of the colonial-era Shariat Act of 1937 in matters of marriage, divorce, and succession among Muslims

Seizures of Rs 1,760 cr in poll-bound states: EC

The Election Commission, more than Rs 1,760 crore worth of gifts, cash, narcotics, booze, and precious metals intended to sway voters in the five states holding polls have already been found.

PRESIDENT MURMU INAUGURATES 3 TRAINS FOR TRIBAL CONNECTIVITY

The train will pass through mineral-rich areas of Odisha, and industrial areas of Jnarkhand and will facilitate faster connectivity

L&T TECH & NVIDIA LAUNCH ADVANCED MEDICAL DEVICE ARCHITECTURE

A partnership between L&T Technology Services Ltd and NVIDIA to create software-defined architectures for medical devices has been announced

Tunnelling Expert assures rescue at Uttarkashi collapse

Rescue efforts persist fervently to retrieve the 41 workers entrapped at the Silkyara tunnel collapse site for nearly 216 hours since November 12.

Australian and Indian ministers meet for 2+2 dialogue

Australian Foreign Minister Penny Wong arrived in New Delhi for the second India-Australia 2+2 Ministerial Dialogue, receiving a warm welcome at Air Force Station, Palam.

REVOLUTIONIZING FIRE PROTECTION INDUSTRY

Asia-Pacific leads in the fire protection market, expected to reach $103.88 billion by 2027, with India’s urbanization and growing infrastructure highlighting the critical importance of passive fire protection.

Mysterious object prompts IAF to scramble Rafale jets

In an unusual turn of events, the Indian Air Force (IAF) swiftly responded to reports of unidentified flying objects (UFOs) near Imphal airport, prompting the immediate dispatch of Rafale fighter aircraft to investigate the sighting.

PM Modi urges morale boost for trapped workers in Uttarakhand

In a critical update on the ongoing rescue operations at the Silkyara tunnel, Prime Minister Narendra Modi engaged in a conversation with Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami on November 20.

RBI imposes penalty on cooperative banks for reporting fraud cases with delay, other irregularities

The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has imposed monetary penalties on several banks for non-compliance with directions issued by the RBI on a wide range of issues ranging from reporting fraud cases with delay, opening savings bank accounts of ineligible trusts and extension of loans to its directors.

CENTRE SUMMONED OVER KERALA GOVERNOR'S INACTION

Governor’s duty, declare bill’s fate promptly for President’s consideration

Punjab-born Irish man aims for Guinness record with double 'Earth Walk'

A 73-year-old man who was born in Punjab and has lived in Ireland for almost 50 years is attempting to set a new Guinness World Record for what he calls his \"double Earth Walk,\" which would require walking more than 80,000 kilometers, or twice the diameter of the planet.