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The Putin pact: Is there reason for concern?
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The Putin pact: Is there reason for concern?

Building a formidable global image is a craft that some leaders achieve with greater ease than others.

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June 22, 2024
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UP blacklists Guj firm

Akhilesh seeks probe into government contracting Gujarat company accused of paper leaks for police recruitment exam

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June 22, 2024
Olive branch for OBC activists
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Olive branch for OBC activists

QUOTA STIR | Protesters say that their agitation will continue till the government gives in writing that the OBC reservation won't be disturbed

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June 22, 2024
AI-enabled yoga mat for home
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AI-enabled yoga mat for home

A smart AI enabled Yoga mat developed by a start-up funded and incubated at Department of Science and Technology (DST) supported TIH of IIT Mandi was presented to Union Council of Ministers on behalf of Union Minister of State (Independent Charge) Dr Jitendra Singh, on the occasion of International Yoga Day.

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June 22, 2024
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SRA is stepping into our ambit, says BMC chief

Municipal Commissioner Bhushan Gagrani has accused the Slum Rehabilitation Authority (SRA) of encroaching on the BMC’s jurisdiction as the planning authority, in a letter addressed to the SRA’s chief executive officer (CEO) this month.

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June 22, 2024
It is set to be a civil union for lovebirds Sonakshi, Zaheer
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It is set to be a civil union for lovebirds Sonakshi, Zaheer

Setting at rest intense speculation about the upcoming wedding of noted actress Sonakshi Sinha, 37, and actor Zaheer Iqbal Ratansi, 36, from the close-knit Khoja Shia community, the groom’s father told the FPJ on Friday that the marriage would not have any religious ceremony.

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June 22, 2024
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Trump dangles green card for students

Former President Donald Trump has said in an interview that he wants to give automatic green cards to foreign students who graduate from US colleges, a sharp departure from the anti-immigrant rhetoric he typically uses on the campaign trail.

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June 22, 2024
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Tell it to birds, Kejri not free yet

A day after Vacation Judge Nyay Bindu of the Rouse Avenue Courts granted bail to Delhi chief minister Arvind Kejriwal in the Delhi liquor policy case, the Delhi High Court on Friday stayed the order after the counsel for Enforcement Directorate argued that he was not given “full opportunity” to argue his case.

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June 22, 2024
Four city students drown in reservoir
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Four city students drown in reservoir

Four college students from Mumbai drowned in a reservoir near Sondai Fort on Friday.

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June 22, 2024
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Porsche case: bail for father, bar owners

Vishal Agarwal, the father of the juvenile who allegedly mowed down two IT professionals in his speeding Porsche on May 19, was granted bail by a Sessions court on Friday.

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June 22, 2024
Cracks in Setu approach road
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Cracks in Setu approach road

Minor longitudinal cracks in asphalt pavement, claims MMRDA

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June 22, 2024
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ANTI-PAPER LEAK LAW

In a belated attempt to uphold the integrity and sanctity of the examination system, the Centre, in view of the swirling controversies surrounding the NEET and UGC-NET examinations, has notified a stringent law that was passed in February to prevent paper leaks and cheating.

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June 22, 2024
Bangladesh aim for an upset against Australia
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Bangladesh aim for an upset against Australia

Title contenders ready for tough Super Eight test

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June 21, 2024
SKY, bowlers help India thump Afghans
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SKY, bowlers help India thump Afghans

The World No 1 T20I batter smashed a half-century as India propelled themselves to a 47-run victory

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June 21, 2024
Israel hits refugee camps
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Israel hits refugee camps

Planes strike Al-Nuseirat, tanks move deeper into Rafah

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June 21, 2024
Can stop war, not paper leaks?
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Can stop war, not paper leaks?

Launching a scathing attack on ruling BJP over the the National Eligibility-cum-Entrance Exam (NEET-UG 2924), Congress leader Rahul Gandhi on Thursday said the paper leaks will continue as long as institutions of higher learning remain \"captured by the BJPRSS members\".

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June 21, 2024
Import curbs on certain types of studded gold jewellery not applicable for SEZ units: DGFT
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Import curbs on certain types of studded gold jewellery not applicable for SEZ units: DGFT

The government has clarified that its decision to impose import curbs on certain types of studded gold jewellery is not applicable for units in the special economic zones (SEZs).

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June 21, 2024
Vedanta Grp biggest wealth creator in FY25 so far; adds 2.2L cr in mcap
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Vedanta Grp biggest wealth creator in FY25 so far; adds 2.2L cr in mcap

Vedanta Group comprising, Vedanta Ltd and Hindustan Zinc Ltd, have generated the maximum wealth for investors on the Dalal Street in the current fiscal so far, with the combined market valuation of both firms surging by Rs 2.2 lakh crore.

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June 21, 2024
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Mkts scale fresh record high levels on FII inflows

BSE Sensex jumps 141.34 points, while Nifty rose 51 points

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June 21, 2024
Highly educated apply in police recruitment
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Highly educated apply in police recruitment

55% of police job applicants are postgraduates

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June 21, 2024
'KHOTARDE SARKAR'
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'KHOTARDE SARKAR'

FREE HIGHER EDUCATION FOR GIRLS | NCP (SP) protests in Pune over Chandrakant Patil's unfulfilled promise

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June 21, 2024
Work on Vadhavan Port only after monsoon 2025
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Work on Vadhavan Port only after monsoon 2025

INFRASTRUCTURE | Port received Union Cabinet clearance on Wednesday; JNPA ready with the tenders, will float them soon

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June 21, 2024
New deemed university status brings fee hike
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New deemed university status brings fee hike

SIR JJ SCHOOL OF ART | The new fee structure was calculated by a seven-member panel headed by former high court judge

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June 21, 2024
50% increase in Chalo's Belapur-Colaba service
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50% increase in Chalo's Belapur-Colaba service

With fleet expansion by 44%, commuters can soon expect 15% to 40% increase in trips on popular routes

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June 21, 2024
Jains seek protection for religious sites
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Jains seek protection for religious sites

Community condemns destruction of idols of Jain Tirthankaras in Gujarat's Pavagadh; seeks larger role in politics to get demands across

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June 21, 2024
Losing candidate seeks to bar Waikar's LS path
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Losing candidate seeks to bar Waikar's LS path

PHONE IN COUNTING CENTRE | The victory of Waikar was doubtful and the counting of votes was vitiated, says notice

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June 21, 2024
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Patna order to hit Maratha reservation

The Patna High Court's order on Thursday rejecting the Bihar government's law breaching the 50 per cent cap on reservations will have implications for the legislation unanimously passed by the Maharashtra legislature granting a 10 per cent quota to Marathas in government jobs and education.

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June 21, 2024
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UP firm blacklisted in constable exam

The UP government has blacklisted Edutest, the T responsible company for conducting the recently cancelled Police Constable Recruitment Examination.

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June 21, 2024
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Drainage goof-up at Ram Lalla's abode

When the temple was built no engineer gave a thought to 'snaan' of Bhagwan Ram

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June 21, 2024
HC raps state for non-implementation
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HC raps state for non-implementation

The Bombay High Court rapped the Maharashtra government and the authorities for failing to implement the Supreme Court judgment on 'living wills' in toto, remarking that it was 'unfortunate that a person has to file a petition to get the apex order implemented'.

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June 21, 2024