All political parties including Congress are restricted to just dynasty politics: JP Nadda in Varanasi

"Whoever has got the opportunity to be part of the BJP, they are fortunate. All national parties have become regional parties. All political parties, including Congress, are restricted to just dynasty politics. It's only BJP wherein the party has become a family," BJP's JP Nadda said.

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PM Narendra Modi joins world leaders who took COVID vaccine shot to boost people`s confidence

PM Modi today joined world leaders as he took the COVID vaccine shot at AIMS, Delhi. US President Joe Biden was vaccinated when he was President-elect Similarly, Israeli PM Benjamin Netanyahu, Indonesia's Joko Widodo also received the COVID vaccine shot in the full public view. Among others who were administered the COVID vaccine in the open are - Pope Francis, Saudi King Salman, Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman, UK Queen Elizabeth and Prince Philip.

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HAL Recruitment 2021: Bumper vacancies announced at hal-india.co.in, check last date, other information

HAL Recruitment 2021: Hindustan Aeronautics Limited has invited applications for apprentices under the Nasik division for 2021-22 at its official website. Interested candidates can visit the portal to submit their applications for the HAL Recruitment 2021.

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`Laga bhi di, pata hi nahi chala`: PM Narendra Modi after taking first dose of COVID-19 vaccine

Speaking to the media, Sister Niveda said the Prime Minister chatted with them briefly and asked where they were from. “After taking the vaccine, the Prime Minister remarked, “Laga Bhi Di, Pata Hi Nahi Chala’’ (Oh it’s done, I didn't even realise it),” Sister Niveda told reporters.

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Who is Sister P Niveda who gave COVID-19 vaccine shot to PM Narendra Modi

The PM was administered the COVID vaccine shot by two nurses - Sister P Niveda and sister Rosamma Anil - at the AIIMS, Delhi. While sister Niveda hails from Puducherry, sister Rosamma Anil hails from Kerala. News agency ANI shared pictures from AIIMS showing Sister Niveda administering Bharat Biotech's COVAXIN to the Prime Minister.

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Arvind Kejriwal govt`s innovative ideas helping Delhi to improve groundwater levels

With the relentless efforts of the Aam Aadmi Party government, there has been an improvement in groundwater levels in the Palla region, which have increased by two meters. In addition, CM Arvind Kejriwal has issued directions for these levels to be further improved.

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Kumbh Mela 2021: Indian Railways prepares for surge in passengers at Haridwar

Kumbh is not only a religious pilgrimage, but one of the largest mass gatherings at one place. The Kumbh meal is celebrated four times over a course of 12 years and spans four locations namely Prayagraj, Haridwar, Ujjain and Nashik.

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Primary schools reopen in Uttar Pradesh, check SOP to be followed

To ensure the safety of students, classrooms will be sanitised. Arrangements for thermal scanning, face masks, social distancing, and first aid will also be ensured in all schools. Students will not be forced to go to school and online classes will continue simultaneously.

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Assam Assembly election: Congress general secretary Priyanka Gandhi Vadra begins campaign

Priyanka Gandhi Vadra is expected to visit several districts on the north bank of the Brahmaputra river, where the BJP and its ally, the AGP, are understood to have a strong presence. The BJP-led government has announced several development projects in view of the upcoming elections. 

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PM Narendra Modi takes first dose of COVID-19 vaccine at AIIMS, Delhi

PM Narendra Modi on Monday took the first dose of COVID-19 vaccine at the AIIMS, Delhi. The second phase of the nationwide COVID-19 vaccination drive for people above 60 years and those aged 45 and above with comorbidities will begin from Monday (March 1, 2021). People can register themselves on the government’s Co-WIN2.0 portal that will open at 9 AM on Monday.  

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CBSE practical exams for class 10, 12 begin today, check guidelines to be followed

In a letter addressed to the Principals and Heads of Schools, the CBSE board said that both internal and external examiners will be present during the exam. The board has also provided detailed marks distribution for the assessment.

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COVID-19: Second phase of vaccination drive begins today, citizens can register on Co-WIN2.0 portal

The government of India has supplied two COVID-19 vaccines, Covishield and Covaxin, free of cost to the states and UTs to vaccinate healthcare workers (HCWs) and frontline workers (FLWs) and they will also be able to cover the next priority group i.E. 60 years plus age group and the age group of 45 to 59 years suffering from pre-specified co-morbidities.  

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Congress is disintegrating across the country due to dynasticism: Amit Shah in Puducherry

“With so many big leaders joining BJP, the Congress party is disintegrating not only in Puducherry but across the country due to dynasticism,” said Shah, addressing a public rally in the Karaikal district of Puducherry ahead of the upcoming assembly elections.

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Historic moment: PM Narendra Modi congratulates Brazil President Jair Bolsonaro on successful launch of Amazonia-1

"Congratulations President @jairbolsonaro on the successful launch of Brazil's Amazonia-1 satellite by  PSLV-C51. This is a historic moment in our space cooperation and my felicitations to the scientists of Brazil. @isro," the Prime Minister wrote in his post.

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One held in Delhi for input tax credit fraud of Rs 50.03 crore

The arrested person named Vishal started the GST fraud by the creation of a fictitious firm in his own name which he got registered at his residence. He was produced before the Duty Magistrate on Sunday who remanded him to judicial custody of 14 days till March 13.   

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Centre used National Education Policy 2020 as weapon to communalise Indian society: Rahul Gandhi in Tamil Nadu

Rahul Gandhi called the new education policy a weapon to communalise and push a particular ideology into Indian society. He, however, acknowledged the ‘positive side’ of the new education policy and said that it is ‘reasonably flexible’. Gandhi further said that the Congress party would push for scholarships in education.

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PM Narendra Modi regrets not learning Tamil, calls it `beautiful language` during 73rd edition of `Mann Ki Baat`

While addressing the radio programme, Prime Minister Narendra Modi said that he was recently asked if there was something he missed out on during these long years as Chief Minister and Prime Minister. He reponded to this saying that he could not learn the world's oldest language Tamil.

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Government to launch ‘Catch the Rain’ campaign to promote water conservation: PM Modi in ‘Mann ki Baat’

"This is the best time to think about water conservation in the summer months ahead. Yesterday was the festival of Magha Purnima. The month of Magh is associated with rivers, lakes, and water bodies. Water is life for us, it is also faith and it is also a stream of development," PM Modi said during his 'Mann Ki Baat' programme.

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PM Narendra Modi begins `Mann Ki Baat`, pays homage to Sant Ravidas

PM Modi said, "Sant Ravidas Ji did not want people dependant on others. He wanted everyone to be independent and innovative." The Prime Minister added that Sant Ravidas Ji taught everyone to keep working, do not expect anything and when this is done there will be satisfaction.

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Woman fighting back snatcher stabbed to death in Delhi, act caught on camera

At around 9:30 pm on Saturday, a snatcher tried to pull off the chain Simran Kaur was wearing. She tried to fight back and caught the snatcher, who fell down. The perpetrator then took out a knife and stabbed the lady. The incident was caught on a CCTV camera installed on the road.

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11-foot crocodile rescued from construction site in Vadodara - See pics

According to Arvind Pawar, President, Wildlife Rescue Trust, they received a call from a builder asking them to rescue the crocodile. On reaching the site they found that it was about 10-11 feet long. After a medical checkup, the crocodile was released in its natural habitat.

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CBSE Board Exams 2021: Class 10, 12 practicals to start from tomorrow

CBSE has issued a set of guidelines to conduct the practical exams which includes including projects and internal assessment. It has said that the exams will be held in students’ respective schools and authorities will have to upload the marks immediately after the assessment.

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Amazonia-1, 18 co-passenger satellites onboard PSLV-C51 launched by ISRO - Watch

The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) on Sunday (February 28, 2021) successfully launched the Amazonia-1 satellite along with 18 other co-passenger satellites through PSLV-C51 from the Satish Dhawan Space Centre (SDSC) SHAR, Sriharikota. It was launch as per the tentative scheduled at 10:24 AM.

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Supreme Court to stop using WhatsApp groups to share video conference links for hearings

Instead of WhatsApp, the links for virtual court hearings in the apex court will be shared on registered email ids and mobile numbers. The step has been taken in the wake of the newly notified Information Technology (Guidelines for intermediaries and Digital Media Ethics Code) Rules, 2021 (IT Rules, 2021). 

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FCI Recruitment 2021: 89 vacancies for Assistant General Manager, Medical Officer posts announced, salary up to Rs 1,80,000

Interested candidates can apply on the official website of FCI on fci.gov.in once the application link is enabled. The online application window will open at 10 am on Monday (March 1). The last date to apply is March 31 (4 pm). The exams will be tentatively conducted in May or June.

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COVID-19: More than 16,000 new cases take India`s active count to 1.64 lakh

According to the official data, 16,752 new coronavirus infections were reported in the past 24 hours across India. The country's COVID-19 active count has now increased to 1,64,511. Over 11,000 people were discharged, whereas, 113 succumbed to the virus on Saturday.

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Voting underway in Delhi for bypolls to five municipal wards

Polling began at 7:30 am amid tight security arrangements. According to the State Election Commission of Delhi, around 2.42 lakh people are eligible to cast their votes in two wards under the North Delhi Municipal Corporation (NDMC) and three wards under the East Delhi Municipal Corporation (EDMC).

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Centre releases list of private hospitals that can participate in COVID-19 vaccination drive from March 1

The private sector participation is being scaled up in the coronavirus vaccination program as over 10,000 hospitals under the Ayushman Bharat-PMJAY and 687 hospitals under the Central Government Health Scheme (CGHS) can be used by states as COVID Vaccination Centres (CVCs).

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Gujarat civic polls: Voting for 81 municipalities, 31 district panchayats underway

The SEC has said voting for 8,473 seats, comprising 2,720 in 680 wards in municipalities, 980 in district panchayats and 4,773 in taluka panchayats, will be held across 36,008 booths. Some 3.04 crore people in the state are eligible to vote for these polls.

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Assembly Elections 2021: Amit Shah to hold public, organisational programmes for polls in Puducherry, Tamil Nadu

Union Home Minister Amit Shah will attend public and organisational programmes in Puducherry and Tamil Nadu on Sunday (February 28). At 10:30 AM, Shah will hold a BJP Puducherry Core Committee meeting in Karaikal. At 5 pm, he will address a Vijay Sankalp rally in Jankipuram, Viluppuram, Tamil Nadu.

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TMC MP Abhishek Banerjee lashes out at BJP, says they can`t threaten me by sending ED, CBI

While addressing a rally in West Midnapur on Saturday TMC MP Abhishek Banerjee said, "Do they (BJP) think they can threaten me by sending ED, CBI just like they did to one (Suvendu Adhikari) and make me join BJP like him? We are both human but there is a difference in the spine."

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West Bengal assembly election 2021: Election Commission removes top cop before polls

Jag Mohan, a 1991-batch IPS officer, was handed over the charge in his place. The move came hours after a BJP delegation including MPs Swapan Dasgupta and Arjun Singh had met CEO Ariz Aftab, urging him to remove “biased" police officers from election duty.

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Need for effective testing, comprehensive tracking: Centre tells states witnessing surge in COVID-19 cases

The states have been told to improve the overall COVID-19 testing in districts reporting a reduction in testing, increase RT- PCR tests in states and districts having high antigen testing and to refocus on surveillance and stringent containment in selected districts reporting reduced tests/high positivity and increased cases.

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Amazonia-1, 18 co-passenger satellites onboard PSLV-C51 to be launched by ISRO today

The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) will launch the Amazonia-1 satellite along with 18 other co-passenger satellites through PSLV-C51 from the Satish Dhawan Space Centre (SDSC) SHAR, Sriharikota. The launch is tentatively scheduled at 10:24 AM subject to weather conditions.

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Prime Minister Narendra Modi to address Mann Ki Baat today at 11 am

After the address in January, Prime Minister Narendra Modi had invited the people of India to join his next radio programme. Asking them to record inspiring stories, he set up a toll free number for people to call and record in English and Hindi.

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Mamata Banerjee fights the toughest political battle, BJP hopes high in most crucial state elections

The elections beginning on March 27, with West Bengal having eight-phase polls and Assam three, and the rest will go for a single-phase, while the counting for 824 assembly seats will be held on May 2. West Bengal is considered to be the most crucial state elections as it is expected to witness the most-violent fight between Trinamool Congress and the BJP.

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For COVID-19 vaccine in private hospital this is how much you may have to pay

The proposed price range was decided in a meeting between Dr. VK Paul, NITI Aayog and representatives from Serum Institute of India and Bharat Biotech. However, the final call on the price range will be taken by the Union health Ministry.  

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Lockdown in Maharashtra`s Amravati, Achalpur extended, amid rise in COVID-19 cases

The lockdown in Maharashtra's Amravati and Achalpur has been extended till March 8. A total lockdown of seven days was imposed in Amravati city and Achalpur town on February 21 which has now been extended due to an increase in coronavirus cases.

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COVID-19 vaccine price between Rs 300-500 proposes NITI Aayog

The NITI Aayog has promulgated a price range of Rs 300-500 for two Covid vaccines that would be available for the priority group at private facilities in the third phase of vaccination set to begin from March 1, sources privy to the development revealed, adding that the Bharat Biotech’s Covaxin would cost a bit higher.

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Prashant Kishor on upcoming West Bengal polls says, `On May 2, hold me to my last tweet`

Just as the Election Commission of India announced the polling dates for four states and a Union Territory, political strategist Prashant Kishor from West Bengal on Saturday (February 27) said that one of the key battles for democracy will be fought in the state.

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Walk-in registration for COVID-19 vaccine doses to be allowed in next phase, Centre says

For the COVID-19 vaccines in the next phase, a citizen can walk in to a vaccination centre and get themselves registered for a dose, Centre announced on Friday. In a statement to the states, the Centre outlined new guidelines and features that are being included in the Co-WIN platform.

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India, Bangladesh decide to enhance cooperation to prevent fake currency, contraband smuggling

Ahead of Prime Minister Narendra Modi's visit to Bangladesh scheduled next month, both countries agreed to enhance the level of cooperation to prevent smuggling of Fake Indian Currency Notes (FICN) and contraband across borders during the 19th Home Secretary Level Talks (HSLT) on Saturday (February 27).

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Centre should suspend farm laws for three years to stop farmers’ protests: Baba Ramdev

Baba Ramdev said that the government had already spoken about not enforcing these laws for a year and a half but if farmers feel it is not enough time, then the Centre should increase it to three years. During this time, the farmers and the government should sit together and discuss the interest of both agriculture and the country.

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UN High Commissioner for Human Rights Michelle Bachelet`s statement on farmers` protests lacks `objectivity and impartiality`: India

Ambassador Indra Mani Pandey, Permanent Representative of India, said that the purpose of enacting three Farm Acts is to enable farmers to realise better price for their produce and enhance their income. He added, "It will particularly benefit small farmers and offer more choices to those farmers who opt for them."  

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Guru Ravidas Jayanti: PM Narendra Modi, President Ram Nath Kovind pay tribute

Prime Minister Modi said the messages given by Saint Ravidas centuries ago on equality, goodwill and compassion will inspire the people of the country for ages. "My humble tributes to him (Saint Ravidas) on his birth anniversary," the prime minister tweeted.

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India Toy Fair is a major step towards building Aatmanirbhar Bharat: PM Narendra Modi

PM Narendra Modi said that this toy fair is one such platform where one can discuss toy design, innovation, technology, marketing and packaging and also share their experiences. He said the world has done research on toys from the era of Indus Valley civilization, Mohenjo-Daro and Harappa.

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DGCA extends suspension of international commercial passenger flights

Amid the suspension, special international flights have been allowed under the Vande Bharat Mission since May last year and under bilateral "air bubble" arrangements with select countries since July. India has formed air bubble pacts with several countries including the US, the UK, and the UAE.

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JEE Main 2021: 95 per cent candidates appear in first phase

The National Testing Agency conducted the JEE (Main) — 2021 for February (Session 1) between February 23 and February 26, in which, a total of 6,61,776 candidates were registered. About 95% of candidates were allotted their first choice of centre and city. 

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Surge in COVID-19 cases: India witnesses 16,488 new infections in 24 hours

A total of 16,488 novel coronavirus cases were reported in a day, while the death toll rose to 1,56,938 with 113 new fatalities, showed the data updated at 8 am on Saturday. The infection tally has reached 1,10,79,979, while the recoveries surged to 1,07,63,451, according to Union Health Ministry data.

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Pakistan PM Imran Khan welcomes ceasefire agreement, but says `onus lies with India`

Pakistan Prime Minister Imran Khan on Saturday (February 27, 2021) welcomed the ceasefire agreement and said that the 'onus lies with India'. Khan took to his official Twitter account and said, "I welcome restoration of the ceasefire along the LOC. The onus of creating an enabling environment for further progress rests with India." 

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Massive fire breaks out at factory in Delhi, one dead

A Fire Service official said that they received the call about the fire at around 3:47 am and 18 fire tenders were immediately pressed into service. On reaching the site, they found that most of the workers in the factory had escaped and were safe.

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PM Narendra Modi to receive CERAWeek global energy and environment leadership award

Prime Minister Narendra Modi will also deliver the keynote address at the CERAWeek Conference-2021, which will be held virtually from March 1 to 5. Prominent speakers at the conference include US special presidential envoy for climate John Kerry, Co-chair of the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation and founder of Breakthrough Energy Bill Gates and president and CEO, Saudi Aramco, Amin Nasser.

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No COVID-19 vaccination sessions on February 27, 28 across India: Know why

The Ministry of Health and Family Welfare (MoHFW) has said that no COVID-19 vaccination sessions will be held on February 27 and February 28 across India. So far, over 1.37 crores healthcare and frontline workers have been vaccinated in the country.

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Remembering India’s valiant hero Chandra Shekhar Azad on his 90th death anniversary

Chandra Shekhar Azad was killed on this day in 1931 in Alfred Park, Allahabad after an associate betrayed him. February 27, 2021 marks his 90th death anniversary. After the withdrawal of the non-cooperation movement, Azad was attracted towards revolutionary activities.

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Centre extends COVID-19 guidelines for surveillance, containment till March 31

"While there has been a substantial decline in the active and new COVID-19 cases, there is a need to maintain surveillance, containment and caution so as to fully overcome the pandemic," said the Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA). The MHA said that the COVID-appropriate behaviour has to be promoted and strictly enforced 

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This time for Africa: Made-in-India COVID-19 vaccines land in Côte d’Ivoire

India has been sending COVID-19 vaccine doses to several different countries in Africa. The latest batch of vaccines arrived in Côte d’Ivoire on Friday (February 26). The EAM shared the news with two pictures of the vaccine being unloaded from a plane.

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PM Narendra Modi to inaugurate `The India Toy Fair 2021` today: Check details

In his Mann ki Baat address in August 2020, Prime Minister Narendra Modi had said that toys not only augment activity but also give flight to aspirations. Noting the importance of toys in the holistic development of a child, PM Modi has earlier also emphasized boosting toy manufacturing in India.   

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Both sides should now quickly resolve remaining issues along LAC: EAM S Jaishankar tells Chinese counterpart Wang Yi

S Jaishankar emphasized that once the disengagement is completed at all friction points, then the two sides could also look at broader de-escalation of troops in the area and work towards restoration of peace and tranquillity.

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Gujarat assembly budget session to commence from Mar 1, budget on Mar 3

The month-long budget session of the Gujarat Assembly would begin on March 1 and the budget for the financial year 2021-22 will be presented on March 3, officials said on Friday (February 26). Deputy Chief Minister Nitin Patel, who holds the Finance portfolio, will table the budget on March 3. 

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People can choose their COVID-19 vaccination centre, says govt for faster roll-out

Indian government on Friday (February 26) said it will let people choose their coronavirus vaccination centres when the campaign expands next week, effectively letting beneficiaries pick either a home-grown shot or the AstraZeneca one, unlike now.

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Bharat Bandh today: Day-long strike evokes lukewarm response, here`s what all was affected

The traders' body, however, claimed that shopkeepers supported its nationwide business shutdown call to protest against issues related to the Goods and Services Tax (GST) and "unethical business practices of foreign e-commerce companies". Various markets in the national capital were open on Friday during the Bandh with many saying that despite supporting the cause, they did not want to suffer another day of losses. 

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National Education Policy to make India knowledge capital of world, says Piyush Goyal

The National Education Policy focuses on innovation, entrepreneurship and skill development, and it will make India the knowledge capital of the world, Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal said on Friday (February 26). He also said the policy allows students to be more creative in their chosen fields.

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Assembly elections 2021 guide: Voters need to carry THESE documents to cast vote

The Election Commission on Friday (February 26) announced the schedule for assembly polls in Tamil Nadu, Assam, Kerala, West Bengal and Puducherry. The counting of votes for all five assembly elections will take place on May 2, announced the Election Commission (EC). 

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Puducherry Assembly election 2021 to be held on April 6, results to be announced on May 2

The polling date for 30-seat assembly in Puducherry will be held on April 6, Election Commission of India (ECI) announced on Friday in a press conference in New Delhi. Of the 30 seats that will go to polls, 5 are reserved for Scheduled Caste (SC).

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Election Commission issues Model Code of Conduct, find out the dos and don`ts

Chief Election Commissioner, Sunil Arora announced the dates for Tamil Nadu, Assam, Kerala, West Bengal and Puducherry’s 2021 election polls in a media briefing. The counting of votes for all five assembly elections will take place on May 2 said the Election Commission (EC).

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Tamil Nadu Assembly election 2021 to be held on April 6, results to be announced on May 2

The Election Commission of India in a press conference on Friday announced the polling dates for Tamil Nadu Assembly which will take place in one phase on April 6. Polls for 234 seats in Tamil Nadu will be a contest between the Congress-DMK and BJP-AIADMK alliance.

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EC announces schedule for assembly polls in West Bengal, Tamil Nadu, Assam, Kerala, and Puducherry: Check dates, other details

The terms of legislative assemblies of four states -- Tamil Nadu, Assam, Kerala and West Bengal -- are coming to an end in May and June. In Puducherry, President's Rule has been imposed and the assembly kept under suspended animation after the V Narayanasamy-led Congress government resigned earlier this week ahead of a vote of confidence.

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Assam Assembly election to be held in three phases, poll results on May 2

The election to the 126-member state Assembly will be held in three phases from April 6, he first phase of election for 47 seats will be held on March 27, second phase for 39 seats on April 1 and third phase for 40 seats on April 6. 

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COVID-19 guidelines will continue till March 31, says MHA

The Ministry of Home Affairs in a statement said while there has been a substantial decline in the active and new COVID-19 cases, there is need to maintain surveillance, containment and caution so as to fully overcome the pandemic.

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Governments should support MSMEs, says EAM Jaishankar

Speaking at the Asia Economic Dialogue 2021, Jaishankar said, "People expect today the government to bat for them. It is not just the business of Indian diplomacy to do business, it is the business of the government to support businesses." 

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Meet Gulabi Gang, a womens’ association that enforces COVID-19 guidelines in Maharashtra

Maharashtra’s Gulabi Gang, following the rules set by the government, charges offenders fines if found disobeying the correct protocol. They ask the offenders to wear their masks and use sanitizer and if the offender continues to refuse, the ladies have their sticks ready to convince them the hard way.

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PM Narendra Modi in Tamil Nadu: National Medical Commission will bring great transparency

Prime Minister Narendra Modi started his address by saying, “Friends we are transforming the entire medical education and healthcare sector.” He also said the National Medical Commission would bring great transparency and also rationalise norms to set up new medical colleges.

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Kerala Congress MP Shashi Tharoor pulls auto-rickshaw in protest against fuel price hike - WATCH

Kerala Congress MP Shashi Tharoor on Friday protested against the rising fuel prices by “pulling an auto-rickshaw with a rope” in Thiruvananthapuram. Tharoor took to the streets in his constituency and led hundreds of auto-rickshaw drivers.  The Congress MP symbolically pulled a three-wheeler with a rope to express protest against the soaring petrol and diesel prices.

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Gujarat municipal corporation polls: BJP wins one more seat in Kuber Nagar, Ahmedabad tally reaches 160

BJP’s Gitaba Chavda won the Kuber Nagar seat, defeating Congress` Jagdish Mohanani. An error in the counting of votes of the ninth round was reported earlier, which was referred to the State Election Commission (SEC) by the BJP.

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No COVID-19 vaccination exercise to be held on these dates: Union Health Ministry

In wake of the IT System Transition from Co-Win 1.0 to Co-Win 2.0, there will be no vaccination exercise on Saturday and Sunday, the Union Health Ministry said on Friday. The nationwide COVID-19 vaccination to healthcare workers and frontline workers has crossed 1.34 crores coverage on Friday.

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Fact check: UP Police clarifies on mask checking campaign, terms social media post as `fake`

The UP police, however, refuted the social media message and tweeted (in Hindi), and said that no such campaign of mask checking is being launched by it, nor has any such information been disseminated. It advised the people not to pay attention to such misleading news.

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EC to announce dates for assembly election in West Bengal, other states, press conference at 4.30 PM today

The Election Commission of India will possibly announce the dates for the West Bengal assembly election on Friday. The poll panel will hold a press conference at 4.30 PM today during which it is expected to announce the dates for holding assembly elections in four states, including West Bengal, Assam, Tamil Nadu, Kerala and one Union Territory of Puducherry.

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Two years of Balakot strike: How India avenged Pulwama terror attack

The Defence Minister lauded the Indian Air Force and said, “On Balakot Air Strikes anniversary, I salute the exceptional courage & diligence of IAF. The success of Balakot strikes has shown India’s strong will to act against terrorism. We're proud of our Armed Forces who keep India safe & secure.”

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US, UN welcome ceasefire agreement between India, Pakistan, call it a `positive step`

United Nations Secretary General`s spokesperson Stephane Dujarric said that Secretary-General Antonio Guterres is encouraged by India and Pakistan’s decision to strictly observe all agreements on a ceasefire along the Line of Control (LoC) and hopes that the "positive step" would "provide an opportunity for further dialogue".

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COVID-19: This state makes negative RT-PCR report mandatory for travellers arriving from Maharashtra, Kerala

On February 24, the Union Ministry of Health and Family Welfare (MoHFW) deputed high-level multi-disciplinary teams to Maharashtra, Kerala, Chhattisgarh, Madhya Pradesh, Gujarat, Punjab, Karnataka, Tamil Nadu, West Bengal and Jammu and Kashmir for supporting them in public health measures for targeted COVID response and management.

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Bharat Bandh today: All commercial establishments to remain closed, over 8 crore traders to protest against GST, fuel price hike

Nearly 40, 000 trade associations, which represent eight crore traders of the country, have extended support to the Bharat Bandh call given by the CAIT. The CAIT said in a release that the traders will stage dharnas (protests) at as many as 1,500 places across the nation on February 26, demanding the Centre, state governments and the GST Council to keep in abeyance the "draconian" provisions of GST.

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SHOCKING! 17-year-old girl drugged, raped by five youths in Haryana

Three of the accused have been nabbed by the police while efforts are on to arrest two others, an official said. Among the three arrested, two are 18 years old while the third one is a juvenile, who was sent to an observation home. Sub-Inspector Praveen Kaur, who is investigating the case, said, "One of the accused youths is a cousin of the victim's friend."

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Mumbai`s Siddhivinayak Temple issues new rules amid surge in COVID-19 infections

As per a new guideline, the temple administration said that people will be permitted only after the scanning of the QR code during entry inside the temple. If online booking is not made then an offline registration from outside the temple premises can be made.

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Centre opposes petitions to recognise same sex marriage under SMA in Delhi High Court

Four more people belonging to the gay and lesbian community urged the Delhi High Court on Thursday to declare that marriages between any two persons irrespective of their sex be solemnised under the Special Marriage Act (SMA). The latest petition is in addition to three pleas already before the high court.

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Here’s how PNB scam fugitive Nirav Modi’s case unfolded

The court ordered the extradition of fugitive diamantaire Nirav Modi, who is wanted for fraud and money laundering in the ₹ 14,000-crore Punjab National Bank (PNB) scam, accepting the Indian case that he threatened witnesses and tampered with evidence.

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Pakistan in distress ever since partitioned from India, says RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat as he advocates `Akhand Bharat`

Stressing that the concept of"Akhand Bharat" is possible, Bhagwat said some people had expressed serious doubts before the partition of the country whether it would be divided, but it happened. "If you ask six months before the partition of this country, nobody would have guessed. People asked Pandit Jawaharlal Nehru that there was a new topic coming up about the formation of Pakistan."

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National War Memorial’s 2nd anniversary: All you need to know about the monument

Two years ago, Prime Minister Narendra Modi had inaugurated the National War Memorial in New Delhi as a tribute to the soldiers killed during the Indo-Pak Wars in 1947, 1965 and 1971,  the Indo-China War in 1962, the Kargil Conflict in 1999, and the Indian Peace Keeping Force Operations in Sri Lanka.

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Fugitive diamantaire Nirav Modi to be extradited to India to stand trial, rules UK court

A UK court on Thursday (February 25, 2021) ordered the extradition of fugitive diamantaire Nirav Modi and accepted the Indian case that he threatened witnesses and tampered with evidence. The District Judge Samuel Goozee at the Westminster Magistrates’ Court also accepted the prima facie evidence against Modi for money laundering.

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Who`s the first originator? Know all about it as Centre unveils tougher rules for social media

As per the new rules, social media intermediaries have to appoint a grievance officer, who shall register complaints in 24 hours. The grievance redressal official must be resident in India, and monthly compliance reports will have to be filed by social media platforms. "The rules prescribe due diligence that must be followed by intermediaries, including social media intermediaries," as per an official statement.

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Govt lays down guidelines for social media channels and OTT platforms under new IT Rules

In a press conference, chaired by Ravi Shankar Prasad and Prakash Javadekar the government announced the new Digital Media Ethics Code. The document mentions section 87 of the Information Technology Act, 2000 that offers the government powers to make such rules.

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Social media welcome to do business in India, OTT content will be strictly monitored: Govt

The government on Thursdays said that social media is welcome to do business in India but it will have to comply with the rules and regulations issued from time to time. The government also announced new guidelines to curb the misuse of social media platforms.

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Mamata rides electric scooter to protest against fuel price hike, watch video here

Banerjee was seen sitting behind state minister Firhad Hakim, who rode the battery-powered electric scooter. With a placard protesting against the petrol price hike hanging around her neck, helmet-clad Banerjee waved at people on both sides of the road during the five-km-long journey from Hazra More to the state secretariat.

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BKU leader Rakesh Tikait may be arrested on March 8 as MP court issues arrest warrant

A court in MP has issued an arrest warrant against Tikait in connection with an attempt to murder and rioting case of 2012. The BKU leader has recently warned that the farmers would march to the Parliament if the three agricultural laws are not taken back. Tikait said, "A call would be made for taking farm protests to the Parliament."

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Wife not an object: Bombay High Court upholds man`s conviction for assaulting wife

The Bombay High Court has said the wife's refusal to make tea for husband could not be accepted as provocation for him to assault her, and observed that wife is "not a chattel or an object". The notions of patriarchy and the idea that the woman is a man's property still prevail in society, leading a man to think that his wife is his "chattel", the court observed.

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Bharat Bandh on 26 February: All commercial markets to remain closed, over 8 crore traders to protest against GST, fuel price hike

The Confederation of All India Traders (CAIT) has called a Bharat Bandh on 26 February during which the traders will stage dharnas (protests) at as many as 1,500 places across the nation, demanding the Centre, state governments and the GST Council to keep in abeyance the "draconian" provisions of GST.

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Symptoms of new COVID-19 strains: How are they different from old variant?

The new strains, some imported and a few found locally have become a major cause for concern among the people. The new variants which came from outside the country include those from UK, South Africa and Brazil. Apart from these, 'N440K' and 'E484Q' variants of SARS-CoV-2 have been detected in Maharashtra, Kerala and Telangana.

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India, Pakistan review LoC situation, agree to maintain hotline contact, border flag meetings during DGMO-level talks

India and Pakistan reviewed the LoC situation during the DGMO level talks. "Both sides agreed to address each other’s core issues and concerns which have the propensity to disturb the peace and lead to violence,’’ the joint press statement said. Further, both sides agreed for strict observance of all agreements, understandings and cease firing along the LoC and all other sectors with effect from midnight of 24/25 Feb 2021.

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Bharat Bandh: All commercial markets to remain closed on February 26, over 8 crore traders to protest against GST, fuel price hike

According to the Confederation of All India Traders (CAIT), the traders will stage dharnas (protests) at as many as 1,500 places across the nation on Feb 26, demanding the Centre, state governments and the GST Council to keep in abeyance the "draconian" provisions of GST.

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PNB scam: Will Nirav Modi be extradited to India? UK court to decide today

The 49-year-old diamond merchant is expected to appear via videolink from Wandsworth Prison in south-west London at Westminster Magistrates' Court, where District Judge Samuel Goozee is set to hand down his judgment on whether the jeweller has a case to answer before the Indian courts. 

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Delhi government`s big decision, no offline exams for students up to Class 8

The Directorate of Education (DoE) stated that the students would be assessed on the basis of projects and assignments. The guidelines are applicable for the 2020-21 academic session, during which schools were closed due to the COVID-19 pandemic, and classes were mostly conducted in online mode.

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Some states resorting to proxy war by supporting non-state actors: India slams Pakistan at UNSC

Nagaraj Naidu, Ambassador and Deputy Permanent Representative of India`s Mission to UN, stated that in this regard, a growing number of States believe that the use of force in self-defence against a non-state actor operating in the territory of another host State can be undertaken if: the non-state actor has repeatedly undertaken armed attacks against the State. 

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Karnal blast: Death toll rises to three in explosion at cracker factory

The blast took place late Tuesday evening (February 23) at Ghoghripur road on the outskirts of the city. Karnal superintendent of police Ganga Ram Punia said that the bodies had been sent for the postmortem and the family members of the deceased were informed.    

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Rahul Gandhi jumps into sea in Kerala, watch video here

Gandhi spent about 10 minutes swimming alongside the fishermen before returning to the shore. He jumped from the boat when he saw some fishermen jumping into the sea after casting their net to catch fish. He did not remove his clothes - a blue T-shirt and khaki trousers - before jumping.

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PM Narendra Modi to inaugurate multiple development projects in Tamil Nadu, Puducherry

Prime Minister Narendra Modi will visit Tamil Nadu and Puducherry on Thursday to inaugurate and lay the foundation stone of various development initiatives. The Prime Minister will also dedicate to the nation the 709 MW Solar Power Project of NLCIL, established over an area of about 2670 acres of land across the districts of Tirunelveli, Tuticorin, Ramanathapuram and Virudhunagar.

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West Bengal makes negative COVID-19 test report mandatory for air passengers from 4 states

West Bengal on Wednesday made RT-PCR COVID-19 tests mandatory for passengers travelling by flights from these four states - Maharashtra, Telangana, Kerala and Karnataka amid rise in coronavirus cases with effect from 12 noon February 27 onwards.

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Coronil no way a secret medicine, Patanjali issues fact check as response to IMA

The Patanjali Research Foundation Trust said, "We have shared all of our research data with Ministry of Ayush, Government of India. The ministry has approved and categorically agreed for Coronil as medicine for COVID-19 management." The co-founder of Patanjali Yogpeeth Haridwar, Acharya Balkrishna, said that Coronil has been awarded the CoPP licence as per WHO-GMP.   

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India, China`s disengagement at Ladakh a `win-win situation`, says Army chief MM Naravane

Chief of Army Staff General MM Naravane said that the relationship with China would develop along the path as per India`s wishes. Commenting on phase one of the India-China disengagement, Army Chief Naravane called it a win-win situation.

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Indian Army to get 118 unique `Swadeshi` Arjun Mk-1A tanks, DAC to invest Rs 6,000 crore to boost Atmanirbhar Bharat

The Arjun MBT Mk IA is an indigenous tank developed for India's self-reliance in Armoured Fighting Vehicle capability. With modern battle tank technologies, it is distinct from the contemporary main battle tanks and is a dependable warfighting machine. 

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Former India player Ashoke Dinda joins BJP, hours after Manoj Tiwary`s inclusion in TMC

Former India player Ashoke Dinda on Wednesday joined the Bharatiya Janata Party, hours after another cricketer Manoj Tiwary was included in the Trinamool Congress. Ashoke Dinda, who bid goodbye to cricket on February 3, began his political journey in the presence of Union Minister Babul Supriyo and West Bengal BJP vice-president Arjun Singh.

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COVID-19: Ukraine holds talks with Hyderabad-based Bharat Biotech for Covaxin supplies

A three-member delegation from Ukraine visited Bharat Biotech facilities and held discussions to secure supplies for COVID-19 vaccine Covaxin on Wednesday, the European nation discussed opportunities for Bharat Biotech's intranasal vaccine for COVID-19.

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Cricketer Manoj Tiwary joins TMC ahead of West Bengal assembly election

Manoj Tiwary joined the Trinamool Congress at a rally in Hooghly in presence of West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee and said that she is trying to unite people together. He also took to his official Twitter account to inform about his 'new journey'. 

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COVID-19: Amid surge in coronavirus cases, Centre deputes high-level teams to 10 states

The three-member multidisciplinary teams will be sent to Maharashtra, Kerala, Chhattisgarh, Madhya Pradesh, Gujarat, Punjab, Karnataka, Tamil Nadu, West Bengal and Jammu and Kashmir for requisite COVID-19 control measures to break the chain of transmission.

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Big blow to Mamata Banerjee! TMC MP Dinesh Trivedi resigns from Rajya Sabha cites THIS reason

Veteran Trinamool Congress MP Dinesh Trivedi called it quits in Rajya Sabha on Friday saying that he feels suffocated in the Mamata Banerjee-led party and rued the lack of conversation around the violence which is taking place in the state. 

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Amid political crisis in Puducherry, Union Cabinet approves President`s Rule in UT

After the Congress-led government in Puducherry lost a vote of confidence motion in the Assembly, the Union Cabinet has decided to approve the decision to impose President's rule as no party had claimed to form a government since Chief Minister V Narayansamy's resignation.

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COVID-19: People above 60 years of age to get vaccine shots from March 1, says Centre

Union Minister Prakash Javadekar said that the coronavirus vaccine will be given free of cost at the government centres. However, those who want to get vaccinated from private hospitals will have to pay. "The amount they would need to pay will be decided by the health ministry within 3-4 days as they are in discussion with manufacturers and hospitals," said Javadekar.  

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Narendra Modi Cricket Stadium is now world`s largest cricket stadium: President Ram Nath Kovind

President Ram Nath Kovind said that the dominance that India has achieved in cricket reinforces the belief that not only in other sports but also in the areas of development, the country has the potential to achieve a higher position in the world.   

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Rajasthan Budget 2021: Ashok Geholt government goes paperless, introduces universal health care scheme

Chief Minister Ashok Gehlot, who holds the finance portfolio said that the budget has been prepared taking all sections of society into consideration and the effect the COVID-19 pandemic had on the lives and livelihoods of people. The budget includes a universal health care scheme worth Rs 3,500 crore.  

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UPHESC Recruitment 2021: Vacancies released for Assistant Professor, Teacher, Headmaster posts

2002 vacancies for the post of Assistant Professor for various subjects have been notified. Candidates can register online to apply for UPHESC 2021 exams. The registration window will open on Thursday (February 25). Interested candidates can visit the official website of HESC on uphesconline.org to apply for the positions in their respective subjects.

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Five Maharashtra ministers tested COVID-19 positive in last week

Food and Civil Supplies Minister Chhagan Bhujbal was the latest addition to the long list of ministers to have tested positive for COVID-19. Earlier, Water Resources Minister Jayant Patil, Food and Drug Administration Minister Dr Rajendra Shingne, Health Minister Rajesh Tope and School Education Minister Omprakash alias Bachchu Kadu tested positive for the virus.  

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Palghar lynching case: Supreme Court asks Maharashtra Police to place second chargesheet on record

The three victims from Kandivali in Mumbai were travelling in a car to attend a funeral in Surat in Gujarat amid the COVID-19-induced nationwide lockdown when their vehicle was stopped and they were attacked and killed by a mob in Gadchinchile village on the night of April 16 last year in the presence of police.

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Arvind Kejriwal to hold roadshow in Gujarat after AAP wins 27 seats in Surat civic body polls

The AAP, which had fielded 470 candidates across six corporations, won 27 seats in Surat. Its workers celebrated the poll results by cutting cakes. Senior AAP leader and national spokesperson Saurav Bharadwaj said that AAP has won 27 seats in Surat and is in second place with 17 seats. AAP is also in the second position in Rajkot with 13 seats and with 16 seats in Ahmedabad.

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Rakesh Tikait warns Centre of ‘Parliament march with 40 lakh tractors’ if farm laws not repealed

Speaking at a farmers’ rally in Sikar in Rajasthan on Tuesday, Tikait said, "Our next call will be for a march to Parliament. We will tell them before marching. This time it won’t be just 4 lakh tractors but 40 lakh tractors will go there if farm laws are not taken back."

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UPSC 2021: Big setback for aspirants as Supreme Court dismisses plea seeking extra attempt

The petition sought relaxation for UPSC aspirants who exhausted their last attempt in October 2020. The petitioners cited difficulties caused by the COVID-19 pandemic and the resulting lockdown to make their case for an extra attempt. They argued that their preparation was hampered because of the pandemic.    

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Schools in Haryana reopen for Classes 3 to 5, students can opt to continue online

Students who attend classes are required to submit written consent from their parents allowing them to take offline classes. The students have been asked to bring a certificate from a health centre or doctor certifying they do not have any Covid-like symptoms.

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Rahul Gandhi `Nikamme Sansad hai`: Smriti Irani slams Congress MP for ignoring Amethi

Smriti Irani, who defeated Rahul Gandhi in Amethi in the last Lok Sabha elections in 2019, said that Rahul had insulted the people of Amethi. Irani said that Rahul has expressed his hatred for Uttar Pradesh after losing the Lok Sabha election. 

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Sikhs For Justice launches email campaign seeking independence for West Bengal and Maharashtra

Sikhs For Justice launched a web portal for the people of West Bengal and Maharashtra to send emails to Mamata Banerjee, Uddhav Thackeray demanding to declare the independence of West Bengal and Maharashtra from the Union of India. The portal allows users to send a pre-drafted email to the Chief Ministers and their Cabinet.

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Rahul Gandhi is an `opportunist`, creating north-south divide: BJP

The top BJP leaders slammed the Gandhi scion over his remarks "comparing" his present Wayanad parliamentary constituency in Kerala to his previous Amethi seat and said that he was a man of ''divisive mentality.'' BJP president JP Nadda accused Gandhi of "spewing venom against the North".

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Video of monkey helping woman cut vegetables leaves netizens amused - Watch

The nearly one-minute video shared by a Twitter user named Aman Preet shows the monkey sitting on a kitchen counter and quickly 'cutting' vegetables handed over to it presumably the owner. It apears that the monkey has been trained in helping out with house hold chores.

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Sikhs For Justice asks Mamata, Uddhav to declare independence of their states from India

SFJ "counseled" All India Trinamool Congress (AITC) chief Mamata Banerjee and Shiv Sena's Uddhav Thackeray to "unilaterally declare the independence of the territories of West Bengal and Maharashtra from Union of India." The communique also made a bizarre claim saying that such a decision would be upheld by the International Court of Justice.

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Chinese President Xi Jinping may attend BRICS Summit 2021 in India

China has said that it will work with New Delhi to strengthen the cooperation among the five-member grouping of emerging economies. India has assumed the BRICS chairmanship for 2021 and is set to hold this year's summit. External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar earlier launched India's BRICS 2021 website at the BRICS Secretariat at Sushma Swaraj Bhawan in New Delhi.

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Indian Army to get Arjun Mark 1A tank worth Rs 6,000 crore soon as Defence Ministry clears induction

The DRDO has been developing the Arjun Mark 1A for quite some time now and the project was hastened by both Chief of Defence Staff Gen Bipin Rawat and DRDO chief Dr G Satheesh Reddy to increase the level of indigenous weapon systems in the armed forces.

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Gangster Ravi Pujari, extradited from Senegal, to be produced in Bombay Sessions Court

Ravi Pujari is accused of committing serious offences including murder and extortion. He was extradited from Senegal on February 22. Police had brought gangster Ravi Pujari to the city from Bengaluru, said Joint CP Crime, Milind Bharambe.

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Khalistani elements trying to exploit ongoing farmers` protests in India, support coming from UK, Canada

Tanmanjeet Singh Dhesi alias Tan Dhesi shares a strong bond with Pakistani origin Labour MP Afzal Khan, who is believed to be having deep hatred towards Jews. Both the politicians have allegedly been promoting anti-semitic sentiments within the Labour Party.

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PM Narendra Modi hails role of `Kadha`, domestic spices in fight against coronavirus

PM Modi said that the benefits of domestic spices and decoctions have been noticed by people around the world. The remark comes amid the controversy surrounding Patanjali's claim that its Coronil tablets are effective against the COVID-19 virus. PM Modi also lauded the efforts of the AYUSH ministry.    

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You represent the aspirations of 130 crore people: PM Narendra Modi tells students at IIT Kharagpur

 Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday told students at the IIT Kharagpur convocation ceremony that they represent the aspirations of 130 crore people of India. "You represent the aspirations of 130 crore people,'' PM Narendra Modi said while addressing the convocation ceremony of IIT Kharagpur.

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Toolkit case: Delhi Police Cyber Cell grills Disha Ravi, Shatanu Muluck

Disha Ravi was arrested from Bengaluru on February 15 for her alleged connection with the toolkit case related to the ongoing farmers' protests and has been in police custody since then. Shantanu Muluk who is also allegedly involved in creating the toolkit was earlier granted transit anticipatory bail by the Bombay High Court.

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Coal scam live updates, West Bengal, CBI, Abhishek Banerjee, Rujira Naroola

The CBI had on Sunday asked to join the probe. A team of CBI officials had visited the residence of Abhishek Banerjee, who is the nephew of West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee, on Sunday to deliver the summons but Rujira was not present.

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Budget allocated for health is extraordinary, it shows our commitment towards this sector: PM Narendra Modi

"The budget allocated for the health sector now is extraordinary. It shows our commitment to this sector. COVID19 pandemic has taught us a lesson to be prepared to fight similar challenges in the future," said PM Modi during a webinar on budget implementation to the health sector.

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Uttarakhand glacier burst: Two more bodies recovered, death toll rises to 70

According to the information received from the disaster control room yesterday, one dead body was recovered from Srinagar Chauras and one from Kirti Nagar. Of the 206 missings, 70 bodies have been recovered so far. The rescue and search operation for 134 missing people is underway.

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Maharashtra CM Uddhav Thackeray to meet BMC chief to review COVID-19 situation as cases surge

The meeting comes amid the spike in the number of new coronavirus cases reported in the state. New restrictions were imposed in several districts across the state. Schools, colleges, and coaching classes have been closed in several places. CM Thackeray has appealed to the people to strictly observe the COVID-19 guidelines.

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Khalistan conspiracy to defame India hatched by Pakistan and Turkey: Report

An investigation by Greek City Times has revealed that Turkey has been an integral part of this warfare and has been aiding Pakistan in its disinformation campaign against India. One of the most prominent names revealed in the report and has been promoting Pieter Friedrich’s propaganda as an ‘amplifier,’ is Istanbul-based propagandist Ali Keskin.

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India allows Pakistan PM Imran Khan`s aircraft to use its airspace for Sri Lanka visit

Pakistan had requested for use of air space, which India granted permission. As per required protocol, whenever heads of state or governments pass through the air space of any other country, that country is alerted and due permission taken.

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Six killed while disposing of explosives meant for quarrying in Karnataka, probe ordered

The incident comes close on the heels of a similar blast at a quarry site in Chief Minister B S Yediyurappa's hometown of Shivamogga on January 22, which left six dead. Karnataka Health Minister K Sudhakar, who represents the Chikkaballapur constituency visited the spot and said the bodies of the victims were badly mutilated and scattered all over the place.

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Tamil Nadu Finance Minister O Panneerselvam to present Budget 2021-22 at 11:00 am

Tamil Nadu state Assembly secretary K Srinivasan recently made the announcement that the AIADMK government will present its final budget for the current term before the Assembly polls. Finance Minister O Panneerselvam will table the budget.

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KPSC FDA 2021: Admit card released on kpscrcruitment.in, here`s how to download hall ticket

Candidates who had applied for the exam can download the KPSC FDA 2021 admit card from the official website of KPSC on kpscrcruitment.in. The admit card will contain the information of the candidate as well as details of the center and timings of the exam.

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Case filed against former BJP MP for flouting COVID-19 norms at wedding in Maharashtra

A case has been registered against former BJP MP Dhananjay Mahadik and two others for violating COVID-19 norms in a marriage function of Mahadik`s son. A case has been registered under section 188, 269, 271 of the Indian Penal Code (IPC) along with relevant sections of the Disaster Management Act.

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Rakesh Tikait addresses ‘kisan mahapanchayat’, urges farmers to throw `king of looters` out of Delhi, top highlights

BKU leader Rakesh Tikait addressed 'Kisan mahapanchayat' in Haryana and Rajasthan on Monday. Tikait warned that farmers’ ongoing protest against the Centre's three farm laws could go on for a long time. He also urged the agitating farmers to force "the king of looters" out of Delhi

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IMD warns of rain, hailstorm due to western disturbances in parts of north India, issues alert

The Indian Meteorological Department has issued an alert for Jammu and Kashmir and Ladakh. According to IMD, there is a possibility of thunderstorms and snowfall in the region in the coming days. Along with this, Himachal Pradesh has been warned of severe snowfall and thunderstorms with sporadic rain.

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Prime Minister Narendra Modi to address convocation of IIT Kharagpur today

PM Modi recently visited West Bengal to inaugurate and launch several projects. He will be attending the convocation ceremony through video conferencing and will address the graduates at 12:30 pm, the PMO announced with a poster on social media. 

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Coal scam: CBI to quiz TMC MP Abhishek Banerjee`s wife Rujira Naroola today

A CBI team will on Tuesday grill Trinamool Congress MP Abhishek Banerjee’s wife Rujira Naroola in connection with its ongoing probe into the coal scam case. The agency had earlier recorded the statement of Abhishek Banerjee`s sister-in-law Menka Gambhir in connection with its probe into the illegal coal smuggling case.

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Lok Sabha MP Mohan Delkar allegedly dies by suicide in Mumbai hotel, body sent for postmortem

As per police officials, the body of the Dadra Nagra Haveli MP was found in a south Mumbai hotel. A suicide note, written in Gujarati, has also been recovered. The body of Delkar (58), a seven-term MP from the Dadra and Nagar Haveli Union Territory, was found at a Marine Drive hotel in south Mumbai, a police official said.

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Hearing in RSS defamation case against Congress leader Rahul Gandhi on May 15 in Maharashtra

Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh local functionary Rajesh Kunte filed the case against Gandhi in 2014 after watching his speech in Thane's Bhiwandi township, where Congress leader Rahul Gandhi alleged that the RSS was behind the killing of the great Mahatma Gandhi.

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CHO recruitment 2021: MP government provides this opportunity for nursing candidates

Interested candidates can apply till 28 February for the recruitment to these posts. To apply, you can visit the official website of the Health Department of Madhya Pradesh at nhmmp.gov.in. The applicant must be between 21 and 40 years of age to apply for these CHO posts.

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Unnao girls’ death case: FIR registered against Barkha Dutt’s Mojo Story, seven Twitter handles for propagating `fake news`

The Uttar Pradesh Police has registered an FIR against over eight Twitter accounts for allegedly propagating fake news in connection with the death of two dalit girls in Unnao last week. One of the twitter handles is led by senior journalist Barkha Dutt, ‘Mojo Story’. The renowned journalist has termed the FIR a case of brazen "harassment and bullying".

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Resort owner, parents of newly-wed couple held for flouting COVID-19 guidelines in Mumbai

A team of District Magistrate and superintendent of police (SP) had raided the marriage function going on in a resort and found that they were not following the COVID-19 safety norms. The officials then took the owner of the resort and the fathers of the bride and the bridegroom to the police station.

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UP Budget 2021-22: Yogi Adityanath govt proposes Rs 140 crore for development of Ayodhya

To speed up the work of the state's expressway, the Yogi Adityanath government has increased his budget. Rs 1107 Crore Passed For Purvanchal Expressway. 1492 crore of Bundelkhand Expressway has been arranged in this year's budget. A budget of Rs 860 crore has been passed for Gorakhpur Link Expressway project and Rs 7200 crore for Ganga Expressway.

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`Dilli ab door nahi,` says PM Narendra Modi in Assam, inaugurates major developmental projects in state

The prime minister inaugurated three developmental projects worth Rs 3,222 crore on the occasion. Addressing a large gathering in Dhemaji, Assam, he listed various steps taken by the state government led by Chief Minister Sarbananda Sonowal and the centre for balanced growth of the region.

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Narayanaswamy resigns as Puducherry CM after losing majority in Assembly, attacks Centre

Ahead of the result of the floor test, Narayanasamy alleged that the Bharatiya Janata Party was forcibly trying to implement Hindi in the UT, which follows the two-language system.  Addressing the Assembly ahead of the floor test, he alleged that the BJP is derailing India`s democratic system. 

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RRB Recruitment 2020-21: Railway Board to release answer key for Ministerial and Isolated Categories exam at 6 pm

The answer key will be made available on the websites of RRBs. The link to view and challenge the answer key will be open from February 22 (6 pm) to February 28 (6 pm). Candidates will able to raise objections to the answer key by paying a fee of Rs 50 per question.

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HCWs who refuse COVID-19 vaccine to bear cost of their treatment: Punjab Health Minister

Punjab Health Minister Balbir Singh Sidhu said that there is a dire need to get vaccinated for all Health Care Workers to deal with any unprecedented situation. He said that Punjab is among the 6 States of our country where COVID cases are rising and we should prepare to fight it like a second wave.

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Elgar Parishad case: Bombay High Court grants interim bail to Varavara Rao

The 82-year-old is an accused in the Bhima-Koregaon violence which occurred after the Elgar Parishad conclave held in Pune on December 31, 2017. He has been in custody since August 28, 2018 awaiting trial. Rao is currently undergoing treatment in the Nanavati Hospital in Mumbai.

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Lockdown returns in Maharastra: Schools and colleges closed in Pune city, night curfew in these districts

The COVID-19 cases are increasing in different districts of Maharashtra, while schools and colleges have been closed in Pune till 28 February. The state government has decided to impose a night curfew from 11 am to 6 am in Nashik, and has also announced a lockdown in Yavatmal, Amravati, and Achalpur.

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Girl attacked with acid after she stops talking to friend in Uttar Pradesh`s Hapur

The accused has been identified as Rahil or Rohil Khan, who was captured using necessary force, after which he was sent to a hospital for treatment, the police said in a statement released on Twitter. During initial questioning, it was revealed that the accused attacked the girl after she stopped talking to him after an initial friendship.

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Youth stabs mother to death over money for liquor in Delhi

The incident occurred on Sunday night in the Khajoori Khas area of the national capital. The accused has been identified as Sushil Pandey. He used a screwdriver to stab his 64-year-old mother, Ram Lalli Devi. The Delhi police have arrested the perpetrator and started an investigation in the matter.

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India reports 14,199 new COVID-19 cases with 83 deaths in last 24 hours, US still the worst-hit nation

As per the Health Ministry, 1,11,16,854 COVID-19 vaccines had been given till Sunday evening. The total number of samples tested up to Sunday was 21,15,51,746, according to the Indian Council of Medical Research. The ICMR also said that 6,20,216 samples were tested on February 21. 

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Political crisis in Puducherry: Chief Minister V Narayanasamy faces floor test

This comes after two Congress MLAs A John Kumar and Lakshmi Narayanan and DMK MLA K Venkatesan resigned from their Assembly membership. Earlier, the Lt Governor ordered a floor test in assembly on February 22. Puducherry Chief Minister V. Narayanasamy has reached the Legislative Assembly to take part in the much-awaited floor test.

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Kamal Nath, other Congress leaders have narrow escape as lift crashes in Indore

The incident occurred on Sunday in Indore's DNS Hospital, where Nath along with other party leaders including Sajjan Verma, Jitu Patwari, MLA Vishal Patel and city Congress chief Vivek Bakliwal came to visit ailing party leader Rameshwar Patel. The lift plunged from a height of about 10 feet following which its door was jammed for some time.

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WBJEE 2021: Online application window to open from February 23 on wbjeeb.nic.in

The WBJEE Board will conduct the Common Entrance Examination for admissions to various undergraduate courses in Engineering and Technology, and Pharmacy and Architecture in colleges across the state. Students who wish to take the test can visit the official website at wbjeeb.nic.in.

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OPSC Recruitment 2021: 504 vacancies available for Assistant Professor Posts, check last date

Online applications for the available posts had opened from February 15 onwards and the last day for submission will be on March 14. Those who want to apply for the posts should have a Master’s degree with 55 percent marks in a concerned/relevant/allied subject from an Indian University.

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Court called `love jihad` conspiracy to make Kerala Islamic state, but LDF government is doing nothing: Yogi Adityanath

Flagging off Bharatiya Janata Party's Vijaya Yatra from Kasaragod on Sunday, Adityanath hit out at the state government saying it was doing nothing to curb 'love jihad'. He said that Kerala high court had called 'love jihad' a part of a conspiracy to make Kerala an Islamic state, but despite that there were no visible efforts to deal with the issue.

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Pune records over 1,100 new COVID-19 cases, 6 death in last 24 hours, CM Uddhav Thackeray bans gatherings in Maharashtra

In the last 24 hours, Maharashtra reported 6,971 new COVID-19 cases and 35 deaths, as per the state health department. The total number of COVID-19 cases in the state has reached 21,00,884 with the addition of new cases. The death toll in the state has risen to 51,788 with the addition of 35 deaths.

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Yogi Adityanath government to present paperless Budget for FY 2021-22 in Uttar Pradesh assembly

Taking a cue from the Union Budget, the Budget in the state will also be presented in a paperless mode. The state legislative assembly speaker Hriday Narayan Dixit on Sunday said that everything including the agenda of the House, and questions and answers will become paperless.

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PM Narendra Modi to visit Assam, West Bengal, unveil several projects today

Prime Minister Narendra Modi will dedicate to the nation and inaugurate several railway projects in Hooghly, West Bengal, where the political atmosphere is surcharged after CBI on Sunday served a notice to the wife of TMC leader and Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee's nephew Abhishek Banerjee. 

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One-week lockdown in Maharashtra`s Amravati due to rising COVID-19 cases - Check details

Amid the surge in COVID-19 cases, the government on Sunday (February 21) announced that Amravati district in Maharashtra will be placed under lockdown for a week. Cabinet Minister Yashomati Thakur said in the announcement that the lockdown will kick in from Monday evening.

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Bihar announces date for reopening of primary schools: Check details here

"We have decided to reopen the school for junior students from March 1. A progress check after 15 working days will decide the continuance or discontinuance of the classes," said Bihar Chief Secretary Deepak Kumar in a statement while addressing the media. 

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Increase surveillance, conduct more RT-PCR tests: Centre tells states amid surge in COVID-19 cases

According to the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare (MoHFW), more than 74% of the active cases of the country are in Kerala and Maharashtra. In the last four weeks in Kerala, the average weekly COVID-19 confirmed cases have fluctuated between a high of 42,000 to a low of 34,800.

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India working closely with UK to arrange J&K visit for envoy Alexander Ellis

India was keen to see the British High commission join the visit. The recently arranged visit was the third such visit organized by the Ministry of External Affairs in the last year to the union territory of Jammu and Kashmir. The first two visits happened in January and February of 2020. 

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Toolkit case: Debunking lies peddled by alleged kingpin Pieter Friedrich

Despite the Delhi Police making attempts to get a hold of him, he continues to peddle propaganda and attack India through his propaganda channels. He is making back-to-back appearances on leading media outlets as well as posting several tweets to defend himself. 

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Gujarat Chief Minister Vijay Rupani tests negative for COVID-19

Gujarat Chief Minister Vijay Rupani tested negative for COVID-19 via the latest RT-PCR test on Sunday (February 21), according to news agency ANI. The Chief Minister had tested positive for the novel coronavirus on February 15, a day after he fainted on the stage during a rally in the state. 

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Uttarakhand glacial burst: Indian Navy, Air Force conduct joint operation to measure depth of glacial lake in Tapovan, Watch video

The temporary water body was formed after sediments that the catastrophic flash flood earlier this month brought down, blocking the mouth of a stream that joins the Rishiganga river. According to the Central Water Commission, the lake is 400 metres in length, 25 metres wide and 60 metres deep.

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PM Narendra Modi to lay foundation stone of several projects in Assam, West Bengal: See details

PM Narendra Modi will dedicate to the nation important projects of the oil & gas sector in an event organized at Silapathar in Dhemaji, Assam. He will also inaugurate and lay the foundation stone for engineering colleges during the event. PM Modi will also dedicate to the nation and inaugurate several railway projects in West Bengal's Hooghly.

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CBI issues notice to TMC MP Abhishek Banerjee`s wife in connection with coal case

The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) issued a notice to CM Mamata Banerjee's nephew TMC MP Abhishek Banerjee’s wife Rujira Narula at their residence in Kolkata on Sunday in connection with coal case just ahead of the state Assembly elections. 

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CBI issues notice to TMC MP Abhishek Banerjee in connection with coal case

The CBI issued a notice to TMC MP Abhishek Banerjee’s residence in Kolkata on Sunday in connection with coal case. A three-member CBI team visited the residence of West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee's nephew to hand him the notice.

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EAM S Jaishankar signs USD 50 million defence LoC agreement to boost maritime capabilities of Maldives

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Saturday (February 20) handed over 1 lakh additional doses of the made-in-India COVID-19 vaccine to the Maldives. The Maldives Foreign Minister Abdulla Shahid and Health Minister Ahmed Naseem received the coronavirus vaccine.

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Pune schools, colleges closed till February 28 amid surge in COVID-19 cases

The district administration of Pune declared the closure of all educational institutions to curb the sudden surge in coronavirus cases in the metropolitan. Among other restrictions imposed, hotels, restaurant and wedding venues are allowed to operate only till 11 pm, an order said.

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Gujarat Municipal Election 2021: Amit Shah casts his vote in Ahmedabad, exudes confidence of BJP`s victory

Tight security arrangements were made at the polling booth where Shah and his family members cast their votes. After casting his vote, the senior BJP leader and his family members also offered prayers at the Kamnath Mahadev temple located nearby.

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As COVID-19 cases are on rise in Maharashtra, lockdown, curfew and curbs are being imposed

The State Health Department on Saturday (February 20) released information that 6,281 new COVID-19 cases and 40 deaths were reported in the last 24 hours.The total cases in the state increased to 20,93,913 including 48,439 active cases and 19,92,530 total recoveries.

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Patanjali issues clarification after news outlets falsely claim ‘Coronil got WHO recognition’

After the claims made by media abour Coronil getting recogition from WHO and that it was a cure for COVID-19 spread on social media. Soon, Patanjali issued a clarification on Twitter saying that the certificate was issued by Government of India and not WHO.

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India-China discuss next phase of disengagement, 10th round of military talks last for around 16 hours

The Corps Commander-level talks at the Moldo border point began at around 10 am on Saturday and ended at 2 am past mid night on Sunday. The focus of the talks was the next phase of disengagement process in friction points in three areas of eastern Ladakh.

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India records uptick in new COVID-19 cases as five states witness resurgence of coronavirus

In the past few days, there has been an uptick of coronavirus cases mostly from five states of Kerala, Maharashtra, Punjab, Chhattisgarh and Madhya Pradesh. These states are experiencing an upsurge in daily cases, after a dip in November and December.

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Priyanka Gandhi to visit Prayagraj to support boatman who accompanied her at Sangam

According to the program released by the party, Priyanka Gandhi Vadra is scheduled to reach Prayagraj at 11 AM and will be visiting Banswaar village in the trans-Yamuna area of the district to meet members of the fisherman community.

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BPSC Recruitment 2021: Registration starts for Bihar Judicial Services Mains Exam on bpsc.bih.nic.in

A total of 2,739 candidates have cleared the preliminary examination and thus have qualified for BPSC 31st Judicial Services Mains 2021. The last date to register online for the exam is March 18, 2021, while the deadline to submit hard copy of application is March 25, 2021.

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Gujarat Municipal Election 2021: Voting for 575 seats across 6 municipal corporations underway

Gujarat's six cities namely Ahmedabad, Surat, Vadodara, Rajkot, Jamnagar and Bhavnagar will vote for the municipal corporation election on Sunday. Polling began from 7 am and will continue till 6 pm. The counting will take place on February 23. 

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Kasganj encounter case main accused Moti Singh, wanted for killing cop, shot dead in UP

Moti Singh, main accused in the Kasganj encounter case was killed in an encounter by the Uttar Pradesh police on Sunday morning. Moti Singh was the main accused in Kasganj case for killing a constable of Sidhpura police station and badly injuring the inspector.

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Mentally ill woman dragged out of hospital by security guard, pic goes viral

A photograph of the incident went viral on social media after being published in a newspaper on Saturday. However, days after the incident, the hospital administration had refuted claims of the guard dragging the woman out of the hospital.

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PM Narendra Modi to address BJP national office-bearers crucial meet on Sunday

Prime Minister Narendra Modi will address a meeting of BJP`s national office-bearers in New Delhi on Sunday. The meeting will be held at the NDMC convention centre between 10 am to 5 pm. It is the first such meeting being held in over a year.

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No evidence linking `toolkit` to Red Fort violence during farmers` march on Republic Day: Disha Ravi`s counsel tells court

Disha Ravi's counsel stated that there is nobody arrested in connection with the violence at Red Fort who has said that he was inspired for the same because of the toolkit. The Delhi court reserved order for February 23 on activist's bail application.

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India’s Gaganyaan mission gets support of Australia, tracking facility in Cocos Island

Australia will be supporting India's manned mission to space-Gaganyaan by providing a temporary ground station facility in Cocos Islands. Cocos (Keeling) Islands is part of Australia's external territory in the Indian Ocean. 

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Mumbai Mayor warns of second lockdown if COVID-19 norms not properly followed

The warning has come a day after Maharashtra reported over 6,000 coronavirus cases. Mayor Pednekar’s stern message was a warning to the people of the city to take COVID-19 guidelines seriously, which is the only way to avoid a second lockdown.

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Know where and how often your Aadhaar Card is used for monetary transactions

In India, Aadhaar card is considered to be one of the most important documents for citizens. Every citizen’s biometric, demographic and other informations are recorded in the Aadhaar card, which is issued by the Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI). 

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Air India Express plane hits electric pole on landing at Vijaywada airport

Following landing, as the flight was taxiing on the runway towards bay number 5, it hit the electrical pole. Airport director, G Madhusudan Rao, "There were 64 passengers in the flight excluding the crew. Nobody is injured in the incident and all are safe." 

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From people of India: EAM S Jaishankar hands over 1,00,000 additional doses of COVID-19 vaccine to Maldives

He also interacted with the Maldives Health Minister Ahmed Naseem and said that 'an extraordinarily deep partnership' between the countries were reaffirmed during the meeting. "Comprehensive talks with Maldives FM Abdulla Shahid. Deeply appreciate our close cooperation during Covid. Agreed to look beyond at post-pandemic economic recovery," Jaishankar said.  

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Karnataka mandates negative COVID-19 RT-PCR report for people arriving from Maharashtra

In light of the worsening COVID-19 situation in Maharashtra, the Karnataka government on Saturday (February 20) made it compulsory to produce a negative RT-PCR report for the persons arriving in Karnataka from these states. The negative RT-PCR certificate should not be older than 72 hours.

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Surge in COVID-19 cases: More than 70,000 households affected after BMC seals 1305 buildings in Mumbai

The Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) on Saturday (February 20) over 1305 buildings in Mumbai, after 2749 new COVID-19 cases were reported in the city. "A total of 1305 buildings were sealed in Mumbai after 2749 COVID-19 cases were reported. 71,838 households reside in these sealed buildings," BMC said.

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Real plan was to defame India, create unrest: Delhi Police to court hearing Disha Ravi`s bail plea

Delhi Police also stated that 22-year old Disha Ravi was in touch with those advocating Khalistan and covered her track. "Why did Disha Ravi cover her track, delete evidence if she did not commit wrong. This shows her guilty mind and sinister design," Delhi Police said.

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High time country gets out of election mode: Odisha CM Naveen Patnaik at NITI Aayog meet

Naveen Patnaik said that the elections are an essential feature of a democracy. Odisha CM said, "However, the hallmark of a mature democracy is that once elected, Government are meant to work for people, beyond the party line. Its high time that we as a country have serious introspection on whether we are able to do the same."

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Rising fuel prices is a vexatious issue: Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman after petrol hits Rs 100

On Saturday (February 20), Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman gave a statement on rising fuel prices. While expressing her concern on the matter, she said that this is a serious and important issue and both the central and state governments should talk to provide fuel at the appropriate level to consumers.

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5 states report sudden surge in COVID-19 cases, Centre reiterates need for precautions

The data from the Ministry of Health said that more than 1.07 crore vaccine doses have been administered so far to health workers and frontline workers for Covid-19. The importance of adherence of COVID appropriate behavior is strongly reiterated for breaking the chain of transmission of the virus.

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Three month interval between Oxford COVID-19 vaccine doses show higher efficacy: Study

According to the study, the interval between doses can be safely extended to three months given the protection a single dose offers. This may allow countries to vaccinate a larger proportion of the population more rapidly, the researchers said.

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This ‘pawri ho rahi hai’ viral video by Indian Army jawans is the best, check for yourself

The 'pawri ho rahi hai' trend by Pakistan's Dananeer Mobeen has had many remakes on the social media but the internet is calling this version by two Indian army jawans rendition while patrolling as the 'best. Check out the video here.

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Toolkit case: Disha Ravi now finds support in American teen activist Alexandria Villaseñor

Disha Ravi was arrested by Delhi Police who claim that she, along with two other co-accused created a google document or toolkit which was aimed at 'tarnishing India's image'. She sent to a three-day judicial custody by a Delhi court.

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BJP`s Shazia Ilmi accuses ex-BSP MP Akbar Ahmad ‘Dumpy of misbehaving with her, registers complaint

BJP Delhi vice-president Shazia Ilmi filed a complaint against former Bahujan Samaj Party (BSP) MP accusing him of misbehaving with her. An FIR has been filed in Delhi's Vasant Kunj police station under IPC sections 506 (threatening), 509 (word, gesture or act intended to insult the modesty of a woman).

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Tamil Nadu CM Edappadi K Palaniswami announces reduction in Metro fares

According to the new fares, commuters will have to pay Rs 10 for a distance of upto two kilometres. The fare is Rs 20 for a distance between two and five kilometres. To travel a distance of more than five kilometres, a commuter will have to pay Rs 30.

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Prime Minister Narendra Modi wishes Arunachal Pradesh, Mizoram on Statehood day

"Best wishes to my sisters and brothers of Mizoram on their Statehood Day. The entire nation is proud of the great Mizo culture. The people of Mizoram are known for their kindness and commitment towards living in harmony with nature. Praying for the state's continuous growth," PM Modi said in his tweet.

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Dense fog engulfs Delhi even as maximum temperature nears 30 degrees Celsius

The pollution levels recorded in Delhi have remained in the 'very poor' category. While the AQI level in the national capital stands at 309 as of Saturday morning, Noida recorded an AQI level of 323 and Gurugram recorded an AQI of 311.

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India, China to hold 10th Corps Commander level meet today on Chinese side of LAC

The first phase of the disengagement which was announced last week has come to an end. Around 150 Chinese tanks and nearly 5,000 Chinese People's Liberation Army (PLA) soldiers have gone back. Visuals of the disengagement shared by the Indian Army showed Chinese PLA tents being dismantled, and carrying load-backs while moving to the rear areas.

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With over 6000 new COVID-19 cases, Maharashtra takes these stringent steps to curb spread

With a spike of over 6000 new COVID-19 cases, Maharashtra has crossed its 75-day record. The last time the state had reported more than 6,000 cases in a single day was on October 30, 2020. In Yavatmal, Amravati and Akola, a 24-hour lockdown has already been imposed.

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Union Health Minister Dr Harsh Vardhan launches Intensified Mission Indradhanush 3.0

The Union Minister also launched the IMI 3.0 portal and released the Operational Guidelines for it and the awareness material/IEC package developed as part of the campaign. IMI 3.0 is an initiative by the government to provide immunization free of cost to pregnant women and children in India.

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PM Narendra Modi to chair NITI Aayog`s Governing Council meet today

The Governing Council comprises PM Modi, Chief Ministers of States and Union Territories (UTs), with Legislators and Lieutenant Governors of other UTs, and it is a platform to discuss inter-sectoral, inter-departmental and federal issues. 

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Uttarakhand tragedy: Death toll rises to 62, rescue and search operation underway

The body was found at a coffer barrage of the THDC, it said. With this recovery, the toll in the February 7 disaster has risen to 62 while 142 people are still missing, they said. The number of bodies recovered from the intake Adit tunnel of Tapovan-Vishnugad hydel project where a massive search operation has been underway ever since the tragedy struck still stands at 13.

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Home Minister Amit Shah summoned by West Bengal court in Abhishek Banerjee defamation case

Designated MP/MLA court in West Bengal issues summons to Home Minister Amit Shah on Friday (February 19) to appear in person or by lawyer on February 22 in relation to the defamation case filed by Trinamool Chhatra Parishad MP Abhishek Banerjee.

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J&K: Terrorists open fire on police in Srinagar, two killed

The terrorists shot the two policemen from close range, a police official said. The injured policemen were taken to a hospital where one among them succumbed. They identified the slain policeman as constable Sohail. Security forces have launched an operation to track down the assailants.

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High Court asks Delhi police to abide by its stand that it will not leak probe details

The court said the police would be entitled to hold press briefings in the matter in accordance with the law and the agency's 2010 office memorandum with regard to media coverage of cases. Justice Prathiba M Singh said the interim plea for removal of such news content and tweets by Delhi Police would be considered at a later stage.

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Over 22000 candidates, including civil engineers apply for peon job in Panipat

Over 22,671 candidates, including women and men, applied for the position of poen in the Panipat’s district court on Friday (February 19). While the required qualification for the post is high school graduate, the applications have been received from individuals having college degrees, ranging from Bachelors and Masters. 

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Video of monkey helping woman cut vegetables leaves netizens amused - Watch

The nearly one-minute video shared by a Twitter user named Aman Preet shows the monkey sitting on a kitchen counter and quickly 'cutting' vegetables handed over to it presumably the owner. It apears that the monkey has been trained in helping out with house hold chores.

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Bharat Bandh: Traders` body CAIT threatens `Chakka Jam` on February 26, seeks review of GST system

Bharat Bandh: The Confederation of All India Traders (CAIT) said the traders will stage dharnas (protests) at as many as 1,500 places across the nation, demanding the Centre, state governments and the GST Council to keep in abeyance the "draconian" provisions of GST.

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Delhi High Court prohibits media from broadcasting toolkit case probe details

The High Court said certain media coverage of investigation in the FIR against climate activist Disha Ravi for her alleged involvement in sharing a toolkit backing farmers' protest, indicates "sensationalism and prejudicial reporting", but declined to order the removal of any such content at this stage.

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As India records spike in COVID-19 fatalities, new coronavirus variants found in Maharashtra

India's daily new COVID-19 cases on Friday climbed to over 13,000 after 19 days even as the number of fresh fatalities was recorded at 97. As many as 38 deaths have been reported from Maharashtra, 14 from Kerala and 10 from Punjab.

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Concept of circular economy can be a key step in solving many of our problems: PM Modi

Prime Minister Narendra Modi said, "the concept of the circular economy can be a key step in solving many of our problems. Recycling, reusing, eliminating waste and improving resource efficiency must become part of our lifestyle."

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Khalistan conspiracy to defame India hatched by Pakistan and Turkey: Report

An investigation by Greek City Times has revealed that Turkey has been an integral part of this warfare and has been aiding Pakistan in its disinformation campaign against India. One of the most prominent names revealed in the report and has been promoting Pieter Friedrich’s propaganda as an ‘amplifier,’ is Istanbul-based propagandist Ali Keskin.

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Indian Army signs MoU With Punit Balan’s Indrani Balan foundation for financial sustainability of army goodwill schools of Kashmir

Chinar Corps currently runs 28 Goodwill Schools in Kashmir which educates more than 10,000 students each year. Total approx 1 lakh students have passed out from these esteemed institutions. This initiative of the Indrani Balan Foundation will be a great example for other corporates to come forward and contribute to building prosperous Kashmir.

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India-China disengagement at Pangong lake over, 10th round of senior commanders talks on Saturday

The disengagement of Indian and Chinese troops from Pangong lake at Line of Actual Control (LAC) concludes, the 10th round of talks between senior commanders is scheduled to take place at around 10 am on Saturday. The first phase of the disengagement which was announced last week has come to an end. 

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Yog Guru Ramdev releases Patanjali`s scientific research paper on `evidence-based medicine for COVID19`

On June 23, 2020, Patanjali had said that with the joint efforts of Professor Balbir Singh Tomar and Acharya Balkrishna, the coronil tablet had been prepared. Later in the same month, Patanjali gave clarification on medicine claiming cure to coronavirus saying that it never said to have made any such medicine.

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COVID-19: New coronavirus mutations found in Maharashtra`s Amravati and Yavatmal districts

Two new mutations have been found in coronavirus samples from Amravati and Yavatmal districts in Maharashtra on Thursday. The genome sequencing of the samples did not show the UK, South African or Brazilian strains of the virus.

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Border Security Force seizes heroin worth Rs 50 crores from India-Pakistan border

Trying to take advantage of a foggy morning, Pakistani drug smugglers tried to illegally transport heroin over the India-Pakistan border but were caught by the Border Security Force. Ten packets of heroin, weighing 10.5 kg, were dug out of a field between the international boundary and border security fence.

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Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Jayanti 2021: PM Modi, Rajnath Singh among other prominent faces extend wishes

India celebrates Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Jayanti on Friday (February 19) marking the 391st birth anniversary of the Maratha king. The King stood up against Aurangzeb, the Mughal emperor and is known as one of the bravest rulers of India and the founder of the Maratha kingdom.

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Shabnam, death row convict in Amroha murder case, files fresh mercy plea before UP Governor Anandiben Patel

Shabnam, a death row convict in the Amroha murder case, has filed a fresh mercy petition before UP Governor Anandiben Patel. Her mercy petition came while preparations are underway at the Mathura Jail to execute her. The Amroha woman was found guilty of murdering seven members of her family. 

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J&K: Three terrorists killed in encounter at Shopian district, search operations underway

Three terrorists killed in an encounter in Jammu and Kashmir's Badigam village of Shopian district in the wee hours of Friday. Incriminating materials including arms and ammunition has been recovered from them. The identity of the deceased terrorists is yet to be ascertained. 

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China admits 5 military officers, soldiers killed in Galwan Valley clash with Indian Army

Chen Hongjun, Chen Xiangrong, Xiao Siyuan and Wang Zhuoran died during what Chinese state media described as a "fierce struggle" against "foreign troops" that violated an agreement and crossed into the Chinese side. The dead included Qi Fabao, the regimental commander.

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Car mows down cyclist, drives with body on roof for 10 km in Punjab`s Mohali, accused held

The police arrested the car driver, identified as Nirmal Singh, who was going from Zirakpur to Khamano morning when he allegedly hit 35-year-old Dhurinder Mandal who was on a bicycle. The police have filed a case and seized the vehicle.

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Kumbh Mela 2021: Visitors need to have Coronavirus negative report

With preparations are underway for Kumbh Mela 2021 to be held from 1st to 30th April in the holy city of Haridwar, the administration has decided that personnel posted on duty would be administered with COVID vaccine. It also stated that visitors need to have a COVID-19 negative report, issued not later than 72 hours.

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With China in mind, Quad nations emphasise on territorial integrity in Indo-Pacific

India in the meet with the Quad nations underlined its commitment to uphold a rules-based international order and respect for territorial integrity and sovereignty, a veiled reference to China’s hostile moves in the Indo-Pacific region.

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Pariksha Pe Charcha 2021 returns, says PM Narendra Modi; this time with a twist: All you need to know

Pariksha Pe Charcha 2021: Union Education Minister Ramesh Pokhriyal 'Nishank' said the registration process of the fourth edition of the interaction has started. Questions related to dealing with examination stress from school students of classes 9 to 12 will be invited through the 'MyGov' platform and selected questions will feature in the programme, he said.

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PM Narendra Modi’s `Pariksha Pe Charcha` to be held online due to COVID-19, open to students all over the world

Prime Minister Narendra Modi's annual interaction with students ‘Pariksha Pe Charcha' will be held online this year in view of the COVID-19 pandemic. The interaction with students from classes 9 to 12 ahead of their exams will be held in March. A tweet from Exam warriors said, “Pariksha Pe Charcha is back. This time, the contest as well the event will be fully online and open to students all over the world.  #PPC2021 will also include parents and teachers.”

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Petrol being smuggled from Nepal as rates in India touch Rs 100

After the prices of petrol and diesel register a monumental rise it has been reported that petrol is being smuggled from Nepal. As the petrol prices are much cheaper in the neighbouring country people from the border areas are buying petrol at cheaper prices and are selling it in India. 

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Asaram Bapu undergoes sonography, co-accused Shilpi stealthily reaches CCU

Asaram is currently serving life imprisonment in Jodhpur jail on charges of sexually harassing a minor girl. He was taken to the hospital after he complained of chest pain and difficulty in breathing on Tuesday night. The doctors said he was stable after monitoring his health.

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Noida DM Suhas LY, Police Commissioner Alok Singh get COVID-19 vaccine

With cumulative vaccination coverage to healthcare workers and frontline workers against COVID-19 in the country crossing 94 lakhs, India has become the third topmost country globally with the highest cumulative vaccination numbers, after the USA and the UK.

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West Bengal: Amit Shah visits Gangasagar, to have lunch with refugee family in Narayanpur village

Shah is currently on a visit to West Bengal where he will flag off the fifth phase of Bharatiya Janata Party`s (BJP) Poriborton Yatra. He visited Gangasagar's Kapil Muni Ashram to offer prayers. He will hold a roadshow from Kali Mandir to SBI, Kakdwip branch and South 24 Parganas. He is also scheduled to visit Aurobindo Bhawan in the evening.

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Supreme Court closes sexual harassment proceedings against ex-CJI Ranjan Gogoi

Closing the suo motu proceeding in the case, the Supreme Court said that the in-house proceedings have already completed the probe into the sexual harassment allegations against then CJI Gogoi and the three-member panel headed by Justice S A Bobde, now the CJI, has already given the report exonerating him.

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Attack on Jakir Hossain a pre-planned conspiracy, alleges West Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee

West Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee arrived at the hospital in Kolkata to meet Hossain who got injured after unidentified people hurled a bomb at him at Nimtita railway station in Murshidabad on Wednesday. She alleged that "some people" were putting pressure on Hossain to join "their party".

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`Metro Man` E Sreedharan to join BJP during Vijaya Yathra in Kerala on February 21

E Sreedharan, also dubbed as the 'Metro man' will joining the BJP just months ahead of the state assembly polls in Kerala. The 88-year-old is likely to contest the Kerala election, which is likely to be held in May. Sreedharan retired as chief of the Delhi Metro in 2011.

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ParikshaPe Charcha 2021: Education Minister Ramesh Pokhriyal announces commencement of registration process

Union Education Minister Ramesh Pokhriyal ‘Nishank’ on Thursday announced the commencement of the registration process of the fourth edition of Prime Minister’s Interaction Programme with school students, teachers and parents –ParikshaPeCharcha 2021 through his social media platform.

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Maharashtra may impose lockdown in Akola and Amaravati amid surge in COVID-19 cases

As Maharashtra's Akola and Amaravati witness a surge in rising COVID-19 cases it is likely that a fresh lockdown could be imposed. More than 500 cases of coronavirus has been registered from Akola while over 1400 cases was reported from Amravati. 

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Unnao girls` death case: No injury marks found on bodies, 6 teams formed to probe, says police

Yet another Unnao case of brutality came to light wherein three girls were found unconscious, tied with 'dupatta' in the Baburaha village. While two of them were declared brought dead at the district hospital, the third, who was in a critical condition, was referred to a private hospital in Kanpur. The police said they waiting for the post-mortem reports to determine their cause of death.

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Farmers` agitation will be extended to West Bengal: BKU leader Rakesh Tikait

Rakesh Tikit said that Bengal is near the sea and the farmers there involved in fish farming are a troubled lot, adding that imports are increasing there while many fishermen have lost their lives in Bengal. He said they are planning to go to West Bengal not because it is a poll-bound state, but to further spread awareness about the farmers` issue.

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Minor quake measuring 3.7 rocks Ladakh, no casualty reported

A light intensity earthquake occurred in Jammu and Kashmir on Thursday with its epicentre in the Ladakh region. Officials of the meteorological (MET) department said an earthquake measuring 3.7 on the Richter scale occurred on Thursday morning.

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Kumbh Mela 2021 limited to 30 days amid coronavirus scare, will begin on April 1

Due to the coronavirus crisis, the Uttarakhand government has decided to limit the Kumbh this year for 30 days. The government will issue the notice by the end of March stating that this time Kumbh will be held from April 1 to April 30. 

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Satish Sharma, veteran Congress leader and former Union Minister dies aged 73

Veteran Congress leader and former union minister Captain Satish Sharma dies in Goa. The 73-year-old former Congress MP was the Union Minister of Petroleum and Natural Gas from 1993 to 1996. Several Congress leaders expressed condolence on his death.

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Budget session of UP Assembly begins today, Oppn to corner govt over farmers` issues, law and order situation

UN Budget session: An all-party meeting was also called by Speaker Hriday Narayan Dikshit on Wednesday ahead of the budget presentation. He sought cooperation from the leaders for the smooth running of the budget session. He had informed that the budget will be paperless and the finance minister will read out the Budget paper from a tablet.

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Delhi Nursery Admissions 2021-22: Registrations starts today, classes to begin from April 1

The last date to fill the admission form is 4 March and the entire admission process will conclude on March 31. The first list of selected children will be displayed on March 20, followed by the second list on March 25 and subsequent list for admission, if any, on March 27.

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Quad ministerial meeting: India, Australia, Japan, USA to discuss regional and global issues

The members are expected to exchange views on regional and global issues and to working towards an inclusive Indo-Pacific region. The leaders will also discuss the efforts to combat the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic and other issues of mutual interest such as global climate change.

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Uttar Pradesh: Three girls found in unconscious state in Unnao field, 2 dead; police suspect poisoning

In Unnao, three girls were found in an unconscious state in a field on Wednesday night. Two girls succumbed while one has been referred to District hospital. As per the police, the girls had gone to cut grass and had not returned. 

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Iran requests COVID-19 vaccines from India

Iran has become one of more than 20 countries to have requested vaccines from India. So far India has supplied more than 229.7 lakh COVID-19 vaccines doses to several countries around the world. The country has supplied over 64 lakh doses as grants and over 165 lakh doses commercially.

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Farmer unions to hold 4-hour nationwide `Rail Roko` protest against Centre`s new agri laws

BKU leader Rakesh Tikait has expressed hope that the movement would extend to West Bengal in the coming days. "Is West Bengal an outside state? Then why can`t we go to West Bengal? The farmers there are not getting good rates for their crops," he said.

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BJP leader Shibaji Singha Roy injured in attack at West Bengal`s Kolkata, hospitalised

West Bengal's BJP District President North Kolkata Shibaji Singha Roy sustained injuries after he along with other BJP leaders were attacked allegedly by TMC cadres. The incident took place when they were on their way to meet Deputy Commissioner of Kolkata Police.

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Pakistan to take part in India-led initiative on COVID-19 crisis

In March 2020, Prime Minister Narendra Modi called for a SAARC meet on the COVID-19 pandemic. The meet saw all the SAARC heads of govt and state taking part barring Pakistan. One of the key outcomes of the meet was the establishment of the SAARC emergency fund, with India contributing USD 10 million to it.

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Journalist Priya Ramani acquitted in MJ Akbar criminal defamation case

A Delhi court on Wednesday acquitted journalist Priya Ramani in connection with the criminal defamation case filed by former Union Minister MJ Akbar against her. In his defamation suit, MJ Akbar had claimed that Priya Ramani caused damage to his "stellar reputation" by accusing him of sexual harassment in an article written in 2017 and a tweet posted in 2018. 

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When will COVID-19 vaccine be available in open market? Here`s what AIIMS Director Randeep Guleria says

In January, the noted pulmonologist had said that the people who have contracted coronavirus should also get the jab about 4-6 weeks after recovery. Guleria had also allayed apprehensions about the coronavirus vaccines and assured that the side-effects will not result in the death of the beneficiary.

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Asaram Bapu, convict in rape case, admitted to hospital in Jodhpur after chest pain

Asaram was taken to the emergency ward of Jodhpur's Mahatma Gandhi Hospital around 11 PM on Tuesday, where the doctors performed his ECG and chest X-ray, along with blood test. His ECG report was normal. The 79-year-old was then admitted to the Mathuradas Mathur Hospital under tight security.

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Congress sweeps Punjab Municipal Elections, gets first Mayor in Bathinda after 53 years

The Congress party today won seven municipal corporations in Punjab local body polls, bagging all the bodies at Moga, Hoshiarpur, Kapurthala, Abohar, Pathankot, Batala, and Bathinda. The counting at 2,302 wards of seven municipal corporations and 109 municipal council-nagar panchayats started on Wednesday morning.

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National Digital Communication Policy an attempt to make India global digital product hub: PM Narendra Modi

Speaking at the NASSCOM Technology & Leadership Forum 2021, PM Modi cited the liberalised regulations on geospatial data, making it freely available in the country for innovation and IT companies. He said the change is made specifically for Indian companies through updating the current guidelines pertaining to developing map technologies.

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Four COVID-19 cases of South African variant, one of Brazilian reported in India

The Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR) has found a total of 192 Covid-19 cases of the new variants of mutated SARS-CoV-2 in last two months. Out of these, 187 are that of the UK variant of the virus. Dr Bhargava said that all travellers and contacts have been tested and quarantined.  

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Toolkit case: Nikita Jacob gets 3-week transit pre-arrest bail from Bombay High Court

Bombay High Court allows transit anticipatory bail application of Nikita Jacob, grants her transit bail for 3 weeks in connection with FIR by Delhi police in Toolkit matter. In case of arrest, she will be released on a personal bond of Rs 25,000 and one surety of like amount.

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Vadodara Congress promises to build dating destinations, clubhouses for kitty parties ahead of civic polls

The party's city unit president, Prashant Patel, said that if Congress is voted to power, the Vadodara Municipal Corporation will build cafes, which will double up as dating destinations, adding such facilities are the need of the hour.

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