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Centre sets up inter-ministerial Panel for drafting Digital Competition Act

The panel has been set up less than two months after, the standing Committee on Finance, headed by BJP MP Jayant Sinha, recently recommended the enactment of the Digital Competition Act to curb anti-competitive practices in the digital markets.

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Stop Lying about the Allocation of Funds From Centre to Andhra, Speak Facts!

In the country, the present heads of the state governments like Andhra Pradesh are commenting against the central government for not paying back the tax paid by the sources from the states under the federal system.

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Central Govt stops scholarship to Madrasas from Class 1-8

The central government has barred the students of Class 1 to 8 studying in the madrasas of Uttar Pradesh from applying for scholarships. Till now, students studying in Class 1 to 5 were given a scholarship of Rs 1000, while students in Class 6 to 8, were provided scholarships based on different courses.

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Empowering youth, PM Modi distributes 71 thousand appointment letters to new recruits under 'Rojgar Mela' initiative

PM Modi distributed the letter via video conferencing. The physical copies of appointment letters were handed over at 45 locations across the country, except Gujarat and Himachal Pradesh where the Model Code of Conduct is in force.

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Central government and LIC to disinvest 60.72% stake in IDBI Bank

The central government and the Life Insurance Corporation (LIC) are set to shrug off 60.72 percent of their stake in IDBI Bank.

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After Centre's ban, Tamil Nadu, Kerala, Maharashtra govts declare PFI 'unlawful association'

The power which has been directed to be exercised by the State Government under section 7 of Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act, 1967, stands delegated to the District Magistrate/ Commissioner of Police/ Superintendent of Police concerned, within their jurisdiction," the order by the Kerala government dated September 28 stated.

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Centre issues advisory over ‘sharp rise in hate crimes, anti-India activities’ in Canada

Stating that there has been a “sharp increase in incidents of hate crimes, sectarian violence, and anti-India activities in Canada", the Ministry of External Affairs has asked Indian citizens, especially students to register at the official Indian Embassy websites to ensure the fastest contact with the government.

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Govt to soon introduce a mechanism to regulate social media

While giving the information about the mechanism, the central government also apprised HC that the mechanism will not cover the existing cases including the account suspension by the platforms.

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BJP assures ethnic minority 'Hatti Community' of including as Scheduled Tribes

Bharatiya Janata Party President JP Nadda recently assured that the Centre is considering for inclusion of the Hatti community in the list of Scheduled Tribes in the state and a decision would soon be taken over this.

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Central govt releases lists of dos & don'ts to avoid contracting Monkeypox

Sharing an image through its official Twitter handle, the Ministry said, "Protect yourself from Monkeypox. Know what you should and should not do to avoid contracting the disease."

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Agnipath: 'After crushing spirits, campaigns won't help' - BJP slams P Chidambaram, says 52,243 soldiers quit during UPA

Reacting to this, BJP Tamil Nadu President Annamalai said the armed forces had felt disenchanted during the UPA regime led by the Congress. He said between 2009 and 2013, 52,243 soldiers took premature retirement from the Army. Then, he said, the UPA government began a campaign called “Army as a Career”.

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Congress accidentally praises PM Modi led govt, gives credit for development work

This incident happened when Congress leader Rahul Gandhi who was on a visit to Wayanad, inaugurated the Ambalappadi-Valamppuram-Kottanpara road built at Karulai Town, Malappuram, which is built under Pradhan Mantri Gram Sadak Yojna.

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Central govt to launch Har Ghar Jhanda to encourage hosting tricolor at every Indian houses

The central government is launching this initiative as part of the ongoing Azadi Ka Amrit Mahotsav (AKAM), a celebration and commemoration of 75 years of India's independence.

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After 23 years, MHA declares Mushtaq Ahmed Zargar as 'terrorist' ; was released during 1999 Airlines flight hijack

The MHA notification banning Zargar said he had been affiliated with Jammu-Kashmir Liberation Front, the outfit headed by Yasin Malik, and had gone to Pakistan for obtaining illegal arms and ammunition training. It added that he has been running an incessant campaign from Pakistan to fuel terrorism in Jammu and Kashmir.

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"It is a necessity, mandatorily required today": Allahabad HC asks Modi govt to consider Uniform Civil Code

The High Court Bench called for the implementation of the Uniform Civil Code in the wake of a multiplicity of marriage and family laws in place.

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MHA extends ban on Zakir Naik’s Islamic Research Foundation for 5 years

MHA extends UAPA ban on Zakir Naik’s Islamic Research Foundation by 5 years

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PM Modi divides 77 ministers into 8 groups under new plan to improve governance

PM Modi divides 77 ministers into 8 groups under new plan to improve governance

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‘We will cut your tongues’: Telangana CM K Chandrasekhar Rao threatens BJP Leaders

‘We will cut your tongues’: Telangana CM K Chandrasekhar Rao threatens BJP Leaders

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Joint Regional Official Language Conference organized in Goa for Central Government Offices

Dept of Official Language organized a Joint Regional Official Language Conference for Central Govt Offices, Banks, Undertakings

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Centre says India set to achieve 450 GW renewable energy installed capacity by 2030

Centre says India set to achieve 450 GW renewable energy installed capacity by 2030

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Ghar Wapasi moment for Air India? Centre denies media reports about Tata Sons winning the final bid on Air India

Ghar Wapasi moment for Air India? Centre denies media reports about Tata Sons winning the final bid on Air India

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Relief to foreigners stuck in India! Govt extends visas of till September 30

Ministry of Home Affairs has now extended the visas of all foreign nationals stuck in India till September 30.

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Kerala CM lauds PM Modi, MEA for rescuing Indians from Afghanistan

Kerala Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan said the Centre’s efforts to evacuate Indian nationals including Keralites from war-torn Afghanistan was "commendable".

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India sign $32 million deal with World Bank to improve healthcare in Mizoram

In a major boost to the healthcare system in Mizoram, the World Bank signed 'a $32 million Mizoram Health Systems Strengthening Project' with the central government.

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Lakshadweep Police files FIR against filmmaker Sultana, for "Bio-Weapon" remark

Lakshadweep Police files FIR against filmmaker Sultana, for "Bio-Weapon" remark

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Cow science exam postponed amid ongoing outrage

Rashtriya Kaamdhenu Aayog (RKA) has postponed the national-level 'Kamdhenu Gau Vigyan Prachar-Prasar Examination' exam, until further notice. It has also postponed the mock test on "Gau Vigyan" which was earlier scheduled on February 21. The exam was supposed to be conducted on February 25, 2021.

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Supreme Court issues notice to Twitter, Centre on a plea seeking mechanism to check fake news

Seeking a mechanism to regulate content and advertisements, Supreme Court has issued notices to the Central government and Twitter India on Friday while hearing the plea filed by one Vinit Goenka.

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Govt releases Rs 2,200 cr to 15 states to counter air quality crisis

n order to counter the air quality crisis, the Central government had decided to release Rs. 2,200 crore as the first installment to 15 states for the improvement of air quality measures in their million-plus cities.

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Come Winters Delhi’s Annual Gas Chamber Fraud-mongering?

The levels of ‘smog’ and air pollution can only be addressed on a “Holistic” basis in a cooperative and constructive manner at the political level – Central Government in conjunction with the State governments of Punjab, Haryana, UP, Rajasthan, and Delhi.

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Differentiate between 'Freedom of Journalism' and 'Responsible Journalism'

Need to regulate legal framework for digital media and there is a line between Freedom of Journalism and Responsible Journalism, which should not be crossed.

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Cabinet brings relief! ‘Rice be supplied at Rs 3/kg & wheat at Rs 2/kg,’ says Prakash Javadekar

Rising concerns for the underprivileged people due to lockdown in the wake of the coronavirus outbreak in India, the Union Minister of Information and Broadcasting Prakash Javadekar on Wednesday announced, "‘Rice will be supplied at Rs 3/kg & wheat at Rs 2/kg,’ under the schemes of the Central Government for them.

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RSS ABKM praises SC, Centre for Ayodhya verdict, 370 and CAA

The RSS has praised the Supreme Court for its historical verdict on Ramjanmabhumi dispute and Centre for bold initiatives of abrogating Article 370 and 35 A and getting the CAA passed in the Parliament.

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Roping in J&K under central purview, Centre announces industrial policy for UT attracting investors

With roping in Jammu and Kashmir under the Central government purview, the Union Minister of State for Commerce and Industries Som Prakash on Wednesday said the Centre would soon announce a comprehensive industrial policy for Union Territory of Jammu and Kashmir (J&K) to attract investments to the region. The minister was interacting with local industrialists and representatives of traders' associations here.

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Centre makes Aadhaar mandatory for civilian victims of terror, Naxal and Communal violence

In a latest, the Centre has made Aadhaar mandatory for civilian victims of terror, Naxal and communal violence who want to claim financial assistance. It has been reported that Aadhaar will simplify the procedure of availing benefit of such schemes. Till Aadhaar is assigned, benefit under the scheme shall be given if the beneficiary produces the Aadhaar enrolment identification slip and any other valid government ID.

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Jumping a five year high, Retail Inflation for the month of Dec 2019 settles at 7.35%

Retail inflation rose to about five-and-half year high of 7.35 per cent in December 2019, surpassing the RBI's comfort level, mainly due to rise in prices of vegetables as onions. As per the data released by National Statistical Office, the spike in inflation in the vegetable segment was 60.5 per cent during the month compared to December 2018.

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'We will emerge as torchbearer of banking reforms', India Banking Conclave marks journey towards $5 tr economy

"India will emerge as the torchbearer of banking reforms in the world as we aim to be a global superpower", said Dr Jitendra Singh while inaugurating the two-day India Banking Conclave in the national capital today, further marking the beginning of India’s journey towards achieving the $5 trillion economy.

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Redrawing boundaries, placing its crown up again, India releases new political map with 28 states 9 UTs

Roping in Jammu and Kashmir under the purview of Central government, the new Union Territories Jammu and Kashmir and Ladakh have sought to look forward to a new dawn. On the National Unity Day, uniting and knitting the entire country in one thread, the Central government on Saturday released the new political map of the Indian Union. This new map comprises of 28 States and nine Union Territories, and a map showing the administrative boundaries of the newly formed UTs of Jammu and Kashmir and Ladakh.

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Extending a Diwali treasure trove to the govt employees, Center raises Dearness Allowance from 12% to 17%

Ahead of the festive season leaping up in India, the Centre has moved up providing a crucial Diwali gift to the central government employees, benefitting from the five per cent raised Dearness Allowance, as announced by Prakash Javadekar.

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To respect the basic dignity of women, SC questions women's non-entry in mosques

With changing attitudes and embracing different perspective, Indian society has changed its outlook towards women. Supreme Court on Tuesday issued notice on a Writ Petition seeking to declare the practices of the prohibition of entry of Muslim Women in Mosque in India as illegal, unconstitutional. The petition also seeks to declare it is being a violation of Articles 14, 15, 21, 25 and 29 of the Constitution. The petition filed by a Muslim couple places heavy reliance on the SC verdict in Sabarimala case, w

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Justice under one roof for the efficient functioning of tribunals: SC to centre

For efficient functioning and streamlining the work of tribunals, the Supreme Court wants to quasi-judicial bodies under one central umbrella. The Apex court seeks a reply from the central government within two weeks.

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Change in ownership to segregate RBI's role as banking regulator and owner of NHB..!

The Cabinet Committee meeting chaired by PM Narendra Modi on Thursday approved the payment of face value subscribed share capital amounting to Rs 1450 crore in the National Housing banks. “This expenditure of is to be met out of Gross Budgetary Support 2018-19. The beneficiaries are the Reserve Bank of India and the Housing Sector”, cleared Finance Minister Arun Jaitley, addressing the decisions.

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Specially constituted GST appellate Tribunal to solve issues easily

The Union Cabinet , chaired by the Prime Minister today approved formation of the National Bench of the Goods and Services Tax Appellate Tribunal (GSTAT) in the national capital. The formation would cost a one-time expenditure of Rs.92.50 lakh while the recurring expenditure would be Rs.6.86 crore per annum.

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Lower house approves bills amending the existing Aadhaar Act and Companies Act, softening the procedures

Amidst the Winter Session underway in the parliament and the day culminating the session at full, subject to exigencies of government business, the Lok Sabha passed 3 bills yesterday on the table constituting the one relating to the Companies and the other being Aadhaar and two other relating laws.

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Good governance continues: Over 73000 connections provided to eligible families in Himachal under Ujjawala Yojna

Over 73000 connections have been provided so far to the eligible families in the Himachal Pradesh under Ujjawala Yojna. This was said by Chief Minister Jai Ram Thakur while reviewing the progress of Central and State Governments welfare schemes. During the review meeting, CM Jai Ram Thakur said, “As many as 73074 LPG connections have been provided so far to the eligible families in the State under Ujjawala Yojna and all eligible families would be given such connections before 2019.”

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Supreme Court extends interim protection of Major Aditya in Shopian firing case

The Supreme Court on Monday extended the interim protection of Major Aditya, who was named in FIR in connection with the Shopian firing case. Notably, in a massive relief to Major Aditya in connection with the Shopian firing case, the Supreme Court has extended the interim protection to the army personnel till August 21. While hearing a petition filed by Karamveer Singh, a father of Major Aditya, the SC said that no action can be taken against Major Aditya till August 21. The apex court also said that case

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Women’s panel calls for abolishing church confession; Bishops' body oppose

The National Commission of Women (NCW) has called for abolishing the ritualistic practice of confession in the churches in view of the growing incidents of molestation of women by the priests in the churches. The advise of the NCW has come under fire from the Church.

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VHP demands to setup an enquiry commission against wrong-doings of church and make anti-conversion law

The Vishva Hindu Parishad (VHP) on Wednesday demanded to setup an enquiry commission against the wrong-doings of church and make anti-conversion law. Notably, the VHP alleged church and so-called services offered by the church have become places of religious conversions, other unlawful and unethical activities and therefore it further demanded an inquiry commission to investigate their pastors and the organizations they run. It further demanded that the Central government enact an anti-conversion law.

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Punjab seeks death penalty for drug peddlers, smugglers

Reiterating its zero tolerance to drugs, the Punjab government on Monday decided to recommend to the Centre death penalty for drug peddlers and smugglers, to act as a deterrent to the heinous crime, which was destroying the lives of youth in Punjab and many other places.

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Terrorist attack on Police guard post in Pulwama district of JK; two policemen martyred

Ramzan stands for peace. But the coward act of terrorists of spreading bloodshed continues in Jammu and Kashmir. At least two policemen were martyred while three others were injured in a terrorist attack in Jammu and Kashmir's Pulwama district on Tuesday.

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Double attack of Inflation in India; after fuel, prices of LPG cylinder soar high

Amidst continuous hike in fuel prices, on Friday the prices for LPG cylinder got increased by Rs 2.34 and Rs 48 for subsidised and non-subsidised cylinders respectively. However, the increase in the price of LPG cylinder has given a major blow to common people who were already burdened with high fuel prices. The new price for subsidised (Rs./14.2 Kg) cylinder in Delhi is Rs 493.55, while that of non-subsidised cylinder is Rs 698.50.

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