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Abhishek Singhvi files nomination papers for Rajya Sabha from TG
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Abhishek Singhvi files nomination papers for Rajya Sabha from TG

The by-election has been caused as BRS leader Keshava Rao resigned from his Rajya Sabha membership and joined the Congress. With two years left in the term, the bypoll will be held on Sep 3

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August 20, 2024
Expedite site acquisition for Integrated residential schools.
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Expedite site acquisition for Integrated residential schools.

Deputy Chief Minister Bhatti Vikramarka Mallu has instructed the Education department officials to coordinate with respective District Collectors for acquisition of sites for Integrated Residential School buildings in various constituencies across the Telangana State.

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August 20, 2024
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Judicial reform 'being assessed'

This study will comprehensively evaluate special courts, assessing their functionality, efficacy, and impact, monitored by SC

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August 20, 2024
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Hurt Udaipur student dies; security upped

The Udaipur student, who was stabbed by a classmate four days ago, succumbed on Monday.

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August 20, 2024
UP medic held for nurse's 'rape'
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UP medic held for nurse's 'rape'

The police, acting on a complaint by the nurse's father, have registered a case against Dr Shahnawaz, nurse Mehnaz, and ward boy Junaid. All the three accused have been arrested and are currently under investigation.

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August 20, 2024
Reliance Group moves NCLT to restrain IIHL from using 'Reliance' brand name
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Reliance Group moves NCLT to restrain IIHL from using 'Reliance' brand name

Anil Dhirubhai Ambani Ventures Pvt Ltd (ADAVPL), a company owned by Anil Ambani, has approached the NCLT in Mumbai with a request ongoing insolvency resolution process of Reliance Capital (RCAP).

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August 20, 2024
Deposit growth trailing credit concerns a 'statistical myth' if seen since FY22: SBI
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Deposit growth trailing credit concerns a 'statistical myth' if seen since FY22: SBI

Concerns on the trailing deposit growth are a \"statistical myth\", as the overall quantum of deposits have outpaced credit since FY22, economists at the country's largest lender SBI said on Monday.

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August 20, 2024
FM urges PSBs to boost deposits
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FM urges PSBs to boost deposits

Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharman on Monday held a performance review meeting with heads of public sector banks and asked them to make concerted efforts to garner deposits..

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August 20, 2024
Demand improving on pickup in rural consumption: RBI
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Demand improving on pickup in rural consumption: RBI

At a time when several risks cast a shadow on the global economic prospects, the Indian economy remains strong with demand conditions improving on the back of a revival in rural consumption, a Reserve Bank of India staff paper has said.

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August 20, 2024
Dhangekar blames PMC & Railways for Pune Station flood
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Dhangekar blames PMC & Railways for Pune Station flood

Congress MLA Ravindra Dhangekar has alleged that a lack of coordination between the railway administration and the Pune Municipal Corporation (PMC) led to the flooding at Pune Railway Station on Sunday. In a post on X (formerly Twitter), the Kasba Peth MLA wrote in Marathi, \"This is the condition of our Pune Railway Station.

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August 20, 2024
‘Apli PMPML' app hits over 44,000 downloads
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‘Apli PMPML' app hits over 44,000 downloads

Pune Mahanagar Parivahan Mahamandal Limited's (PMPML) 'Apli PMPML' app has hit 44,000 downloads since its launch on Aug 17, officials said on Monday.

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August 20, 2024
Activist's hunger strike pushes for swift change
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Activist's hunger strike pushes for swift change

Social worker Amol Kendre, a resident of Diva, has entered the fourth day of his hunger strike, which he commenced on August 16, demanding that local train services originate from Diva for Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Terminus (CSMT).

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August 20, 2024
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Priest, kin attacked in road rage; 2 held

The Kandivali police have arrested two people for allegedly attacking a 34-year-old priest and his relative in a road rage incident.

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August 20, 2024
'Will go to any legal extent to get justice'
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'Will go to any legal extent to get justice'

Muslim community members take to strong protest, file several complaints against Mahant Ramgiri

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August 20, 2024
Another Malabar Hill tank plan stirs protest
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Another Malabar Hill tank plan stirs protest

Locals feel that potentially inaccurate data given by BMC to IIT-R may have led to misleading report

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August 20, 2024
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Assailant, sis free hours after attack on doctor

The police will record statements of witnesses in and around the crime scene to include in chargesheet

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August 20, 2024
Justice for Sisters: Docs, citizens join hands for women-friendly city
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Justice for Sisters: Docs, citizens join hands for women-friendly city

Pledge gender equality, to raise sons who respect women, and support safety for all at work places

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August 20, 2024
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Gadget plea of bookie's daughter denied

A sessions court has rejected plea the Jaisinghani, of Aniksha daughter of bookie Anil Jaisinghani, seeking return of all the gadgets allegedly used for blackmailing Deputy Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis's wife, Amruta.

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August 20, 2024
HC seeks NIA's reply to Vaze's petition challenging UAPA
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HC seeks NIA's reply to Vaze's petition challenging UAPA

The Bombay High Court on Monday directed the National Investigation Agency (NIA) to file reply to a petition by dismissed cop Sachin Vaze, arrested in connection with the Antilia bomb scare case and death of businessman Mansukh Hiran, challenged invoking of the provisions of the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act.

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August 20, 2024
Hike in Ladki Bahin scheme to cost ₹4.6 lakh crore more
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Hike in Ladki Bahin scheme to cost ₹4.6 lakh crore more

The government will need Rs4.6 lakh crore for the next five years to pay a monthly financial assistance of Rs3,000, up from the present Rs1,500, to more than two crore women under the Mukhyamantri Majhi Ladki Bahin Yojana.

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August 20, 2024
Congress MLA attends Ajit's rally, prompting talks of switch
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Congress MLA attends Ajit's rally, prompting talks of switch

Zeeshan Siddique sparks rumours he will follow his father into NCP; Nawab Malik's presence at rally rankles party's ally BJP

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August 20, 2024
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Lateral entry: Chirag, Rahul on same page

Union Minister Chirag Paswan on Monday came out against lateral entry appointments in government jobs and instead pushed for reservation in such hiring.

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August 20, 2024
Lie-detector test on rape accused gets court's nod
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Lie-detector test on rape accused gets court's nod

The accused in the rapemurder case of a junior doctor in a Kolkata medical college and hospital can be subjected.

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August 20, 2024
Siddaramaiah case: Hearings deferred
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Siddaramaiah case: Hearings deferred

The Karnataka High Court on Monday directed the lower courts to defer their hearings against Chief Minister Siddaramaiah in the Mysore Urban Authority Development (MUDA) land scam till August 29, the day the High Court is scheduled to hear the case.

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August 20, 2024
Shinde proposes, Fadnavis disposes, says Jarange-Patil
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Shinde proposes, Fadnavis disposes, says Jarange-Patil

Claims that on quota and other issues, Shinde is amenable but Fadnavis is obstructing efforts

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August 20, 2024
Ties that fail to bind the Mahayuti
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Ties that fail to bind the Mahayuti

Raksha Bandhan day did not translate into one where the finest of fraternal feelings were on display among the partners of the ruling Mahayuti government.

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August 20, 2024
FIENDISH ‘AATTAM' BEHIND THE SCENES
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FIENDISH ‘AATTAM' BEHIND THE SCENES

The Malayalam film industry - which has produced some outstanding movies that have gone on to win national and international acclaim - has an underbelly that is rotten and stinking to the core.

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August 20, 2024
Woman, 6 Kids Among 19 Killed As Israel Strikes Gaza
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Woman, 6 Kids Among 19 Killed As Israel Strikes Gaza

Israeli strikes across Gaza killed 19 people overnight, including a woman and her six children, as US Secretary of State Antony Blinken headed to the region on Sunday to try to seal a ceasefire deal after months of contentious negotiations.

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August 19, 2024
Vinesh Wants Wrestlers In Balali To Break Records
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Vinesh Wants Wrestlers In Balali To Break Records

The disqualification of Vinesh Phogat had created a furore in India and the wrestling world

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August 19, 2024
Doctors, Activists Come Out Against Sick Culture
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Doctors, Activists Come Out Against Sick Culture

Shivaji Park and the bustling area outside Dadar Railway Station on Sunday saw protests from citizens, doctors and activists demanding justice for the young female doctor from RG Kar Medical College in Kolkata who was brutally raped and murdered earlier this month.

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August 19, 2024