Knowledge: March 2021

CBSE class 10th, 12th exams 2021: No reduction in syllabus for academic this session

The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has released the new syllabus for the new academic session, which commences from April 2021, for classes 9th, 10th, 11th and 12th.

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With 72,330 new COVID-19 cases, India records biggest single-day spike since October

India recorded its highest single-day rise in COVID-19 cases this year with 72,330 new infections being reported in a span of 24 hours, taking the total tally of cases to 1,22,21,665, according to the Union Health Ministry data released on Thursday.

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IBPS Clerk Mains Result 2020 released on www.IBPS.in, know how to check

The IBPS CRP-CLERK-X result has been declared at the official website https://ibps.in/.

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After Delhi, Noida to build its first Waste to Wonder Theme Park

The garbage and plastic waste produced in Noida will be utilized to build sculptures in the Waste to Wonder Theme Park.

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Kerala assembly election 2021: CM Yogi Adityanath to address rallies, roadshows in poll-bound state

Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath, who is on a two-day visit to poll-bound states, will address election rallies and roadshows in Kerala on Thursday (April 1).

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CAPF personnel deployed on election duty dies by suicide in West Bengal`s 24 Paraganas

The personnel hanged himself inside a polling booth at the Pathar Pratima in the South 24 Parganas district.

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Thief suffers heart attack after seeing huge amount of money he stole, spends most of it on treatment

The accused told police that they were 'overjoyed' after getting the huge amount of money.

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Nirmala Sitharaman withdraws order to reduce interest rates on small saving schemes

Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman takes back the government’s decision of reducing the interest rates on small savings on Thursday (April 1).

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CAPF personnel deployed to West Bengal Assembly election dies by suicide during 2nd phase of polling

The personnel hanged himself inside a polling booth at the Pathar Pratima in the South 24 Parganas district.

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West Bengal, Assam polls: Here’s how to check your name in voters list, step-by-step guide to download voter slip

The second phase of polling for West Bengal and Assam assembly elections 2021 is underway. As the political leaders gear up for the upcoming state assembly elections, it is also the duty of every voter to do the same.

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Check your name in voters list 2021 here, Step-by-step guide for West bengal, Assam assembly elections

The first phase of polling for West Bengal and Assam assembly elections 2021 will begin on Saturday (March 27). As the politicians gear up for the upcoming elections, it is the duty of every voter to do the same. Here are the two ways to check your names in the voters list.

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Kumbh Mela 2021 begins in Haridwar today, new COVID-19 guidelines in place for devotees

The Haridwar Kumbh Mela commenced on Thursday (April 1) in Uttarakhand. Devotees will participate in three shahi snans which are slated for April 12, 14 and 27.

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Centre to begin COVID-19 vaccination for people above 45 today, know how to register

Over 6.43 crore COVID-19 vaccine doses have been administered across India since the COVID-19 vaccination drive started on January 16, 2021.

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West Bengal, Assam assembly elections 2021: Polling for phase II underway

As per the election commission's announcement, voting for the second phase of West Bengal and Assam Assembly elections 2021 will commence at 7 am today (April 1, 2021).

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No hard copy of migration certificate for CBSE students from this year

The soft copies of the migration certificate will suffice for admission and migration-related issues. These soft copies could be accessed using the DigiLocker app.

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AAP councillor Guddi Devi threatens to immolate herself inside Delhi Assembly

Aam Aadmi Party coucillor Guddi Devi created a stir during an ongoing session at the Delhi Assembly when she entered the well of the House with a bottle of kerosene threatening to immolate herself.

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Pakistan lifts cotton, sugar import ban from arch-rival India as prices rise

Pakistan lifted a nearly two-year ban on sugar and cotton imports from arch-rival India on Wednesday, the finance minister said, a step towards reviving suspended trade between the two nuclear-armed neighbours.

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Time has come to unite against BJP: Mamata Banerjee writes letter to Sonia Gandhi, other opposition leaders

West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee wrote letters to leaders of non-BJP ruled states highlighting the "assaults" by BJP-ruled government on democracy and federal structure of India.

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PPSC JE recruitment 2021: Check last date, apply for 125 vacancies at ppsc.gov.in

The last date for submitting the online application form is April 20 and the application fee can be paid till April 27.

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Third phase of COVID-19 vaccine jab begins April 1, know how to register via Co-WIN app

The third phase of COVID-19 vaccination commences on April 1, people aged 45 or above without any comorbidities are eligible to get vaccinated. Here's how to register using Co-WIN app.

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Delhi to Meerut travel time reduces to 50 minutes, Expressway opens from April 1

National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) has announced that the phase 2 and 4 of the Delhi-Meerut expressway will become operational from April 1.

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COVID-19: India registers more than 50,000 new cases, a day after Centre warns situation going from `bad to worse`

India reported 53,480 new infections in the last 24 hours, of which, 84.73% were recorded from eight states.

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UP Panchayat Election 2021: 45-year-old man gets married to contest polls from a woman-reserved seat

A 45-year-old man got married in Karanchhapra village in Ballia district to fulfill his ambition of becoming the village head.

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Taxi services hit at Bengaluru airport after driver commits suicide, passengers told to use BMTC services

Taxi services at the Bengaluru airport have been severely impacted after a taxi driver, who set himself ablaze on Tuesday, succumbed to his injuries later.

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India sends COVID-19 vaccines to over 80 countries, Fiji latest entrant

India's vaccine outreach, also known as vaccine Maitri continues with full gusto, with the latest entrant being Fiji in the pacific to get a consignment of 100,000 doses of India-made vaccines.

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UP schools to remain closed for classes 1 to 8 till April 4 amid rising COVID-19 cases

Amid rise in COVID-19 cases in the state, the Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Tuesday (March 30) extended the durations of the order which directed the school authorities to keep the schools closed for Class 1 to 8. The new date, as per the order, is now April 4.

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India, China yet to pull back air forces from Ladakh despite 10 rounds of disengagement talks: Report

While India and China continue to hold negotiations for complete disengagement in eastern Ladakh, it has now emerged that both countries have still not pulled back their air forces from the main friction points.

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UP schools to remain closed for classes 1 to 8 till April 1 amid rising COVID-19 cases

Amid rise in COVID-19 cases in the state, the Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Tuesday (March 30) extended the durations of the order which directed the school authorities to keep the schools closed for Class 1 to 8. The new date, as per the order, is now April 1.

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3 more Rafale fighter jets to land in India today after mid-air refuelling in UAE

India had ordered 36 Rafale aircraft from France in September 2016 and more than 50 per cent of these would have arrived in India by April-end 2021. The first batch of five Rafales arrived in India on July 28 and was officially inducted in September at Ambala Air Base in Haryana on September 10 by the central government.

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Fire breaks out in ICU ward of Delhi`s Safdarjung Hospital, over 50 patients shifted

As per the latest reports, the fire has been doused now.

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Heat wave, dust storm to continue in India predicts IMD

With yellowish haze enveloping most parts of north-west India on Tuesday (March 30), the national capital recorded poor air quality and visibility due to strong dust-laden winds blowing at 30 to 40kmph.

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Attention train passengers! Now keep your phones fully charged if travelling overnight, know why

Now, you will have to keep your phones fully charged as Railways has decided to disallow passengers from using mobile charging stations onboard trains between 11 pm and 5 am.

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Kerala government files third case against Enforcement Directorate in gold smuggling case

In the latest developments the latter has filed a fresh case against the enforcement directorate (ED). This will be the third case against the central agency filed by the Kerala government.

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CMSE 2020: UPSC declares Combined Medical Services Examination 2020 results, check category-wise full list here

The mark sheet is expected to be available on the official website within fifteen days from the date of publication of the result.

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India invited to G7 meeting by United Kingdom as guest nation: MEA Spokesperson

India has been invited as a guest to the G7 meeting by the United Kingdom this year. The meeting will also witness involvement of other countries including Australia, South Korea and South Africa, said Ministry of External Affairs spokesperson Arindam Bagchi.

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Night curfew to continue in Ahmedabad, Vadodara, Surat and Rajkot till April 15 as COVID cases rise

The night curfew in 4 metros of the state Ahmedabad, Vadodara, Surat and Rajkot, which is currently in force from 9 pm to 6 am, will also continue till April 15, 2021, the Additional Chief Secretary, Home Department, Gujarat govt, has said.

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COVID-19 lockdown in Maharashtra`s Aurangabad cancelled, further guidelines to be issued soon

The lockdown which was to be imposed in Aurangabad from Tuesday night, amid rising cases in the city, has now been cancelled.

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COVID-19: 6 states account for 79% of infections, Centre shares concern as cases rise

India has been reporting more than 60,000 infections for the past few days The Health and Family Welfare's data on Monday (March 29) showed that India registered 68,020 new cases which was also reportedly the highest single-day rise in over 5 months.

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UPA launched `outdated 2G missile` to attack `nari shakti` of Tamil Nadu: PM Narendra Modi

Without naming Raja, Modi said that UPA recently launched an 'outdated 2G missile' to attack the 'nari shakti' of Tamil Nadu.

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India’s EAM S Jaishankar backs regional peace process on Afghanistan under United Nations umbrella at ‘Heart of Asia’ conference

At Heart of Asia meet in Dushanbe, India's External Affairs Minister Dr. S Jaishankar has extended support to a regional process on peace in Afghanistan under the United Nations umbrella.

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COVID-19: Allotment of hospital beds through ‘war rooms’ only, states BMC’s new order

Amid surge in COVID-19 cases, the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) will make an additional 2,269 covid beds available, including 360 ICUs, in private hospitals with immediate effect amid the rising coronavirus cases. These beds will be in addition to more than 3,000 beds currently vacant in Mumbai.

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Exclusive: Why is didi mum on political violence in West Bengal, questions Amit Shah in Nandigram road show

While talking to Zee News, the Union Home Minister raised numerous questions on CM Mamata Banerjee’s governance in the state.

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Assam assembly elections: Last day of campaigning for phase 2, JP Nadda, CM Sarbananda Sonowal, Rahul Gandhi to address back to back rallies

As per the election commission's announcement, the second phase of voting for the Assam Assembly elections 2021 will begin from Thursday (April 1). The state has been witnessing intense political fight ahead of the second phase of assembly elections, in which 39 constituencies will go for polling.

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UPSSSC recruitment 2021: One Time Registration begins for vacant posts

UPSSSC OTR: Uttar Pradesh Subordinate Service Selection Commission has invited online application forms from eligible interested candidates for the state's upcoming vacant positions through One Time Registration.

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PM Narendra Modi likens LDF to Judas, says alliance betrayed Kerala `for a few pieces of gold`

The Prime Minister said that for many years, the worst kept secret of Kerala politics was the friendly agreement of UDF and LDF.

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Union Health Minister Harsh Vardhan, wife take second dose of COVID-19 vaccine

They had taken the 1st dose of indigenously developed Covaxin by Bharat Biotech on March 2. Vardhan has been appealing to all those aged 60 and above and aged 45 and above having specified co-morbidities to immediately take the vaccine.

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Bihar Board 10th Result 2021: BSEB may announce matric results by THIS date

The Bihar School Examination Board (BSEB) is expected to declare the BSEB class 10th results 2021 by April 7, revealed reports. The Bihar Board conducted the evaluation of matric answer sheets from March 12 to 24, 2021.

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Bihar Board 10th Result 2021: BSEB may announce matric results by THIS date

Medical miracle in Delhi hospital, woman able to open her mouth after 30 years

Aastha, who is currently working as senior manager at Punjab National Bank, was suffering from congenital disorder and was brought to the hospital in February.

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Chandigarh declares 25 areas as containment zones as COVID-19 cases rise

The Chandigarh administration on Tuesday declared 25 areas across the Union Territory as containment zone in wake of increasing COVID-19 cases.

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COVID-19: India adds 56,211 new cases in last 24 hours, active count soars to 5.40 lakh

India's total coronavirus caseload has now soared to 1,20,95,855, of which, 1,13,93,021 are recoveries, whereas, 1,62,114 people have succumbed to the virus.

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Bihar Board 10th Result 2021: BSEB Matric results past trends and latest updates

After the Bihar School Examination Board (BSEB) declared class 12th results last week, the sources are certain that the Board 10th Results 2021 will be announced soon after the Holi holidays.

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Sopore terror attack: Death toll rises to 3 as another councillor succumbs to injuries

Police's preliminary investigation indicates that a local terrorist of proscribed terror outfit LeT along with a foreign terrorist are involved in Jammu and Kashmir's Sopore attack.

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EAM S Jaishankar to attend ‘Heart of Asia’ conference in Tajikistan

The External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar to attend ‘Heart of Asia’ conference on Tuesday (March 30) in Tajikistan’s capital city.

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IMD issues orange alert for seven states, predicts intense wet spell between March 30-April 1

The IMD warned that strong winds may damage plantation, horticulture and standing crops.

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BJP`s Suvendu Adhikari, Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee attack each other as battle for Nandigram intensifies

The leaders of BJP and TMC have intensified their efforts to woo voters before the campaigning for the second phase for the upcoming assembly elections ends in the state.

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WBJEE 2021: Last date for submission of online application form today, here`s how to apply

For all those candidates who wish to appear in the West Bengal Joint Entrance Exam (WBJEE) 2021, today is the last date to register for the exam.

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West Bengal polls: Amit Shah to hold roadshow in Nandigram on last day of campaigning for phase 2

Union home minister Amit Shah is scheduled to hold a massive roadshow in the poll bound state on Tuesday (March 30) as a part of BJP’s campaign for the upcoming state assembly elections.

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COVID-19: Unprecedented surge in cases raise concern for Centre, 8 states account for 84.5% of new infections

India recorded 68,020 new COVID-19 cases, the highest single-day rise in over 5 months.

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PM Narendra Modi to address election rallies in Kerala, Tamil Nadu, Puducherry today

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday (March 30) will address rallies in Kerala in the morning, Puducherry and Tamil Nadu in the afternoon. The prime minister is going to hold the public rallies as a part of BJP’s campaign in the three poll-bound states.

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No parties, protests, rallies for 15 days: Karnataka government imposes fresh restrictions amid rising COVID-19 cases

Strict action will be taken against those who violate COVID-19 norms such as wearing of masks. The restrictions will be in place for 15 days.

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Government rejects Mehbooba Mufti`s passport renewal, cites national security issue

Mehbooba Mufti shared the letter from Passport Office to her Twitter handle and expressed her frustration with the situation.

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Bharat Biotech, others collaborate with CSIR-IICT to boost indigenous vaccines

As a part of the agreement, the industry collaborators shall provide necessary financial support to CSIR-IICT for developing key raw materials, and also perform studies for further development of potential vaccine candidates and bio-therapeutics formulations to be designed by them.

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Councillor, policeman killed in terror attack in Jammu & Kashmir’s Sopore

A councillor and a policeman were killed in a terrorist attack at Sopore in North Kashmir’s Baramulla district on Monday (March 29).

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Prominent Kashmir leaders join Sajjad Lone’s People’s Conference

Welcoming Basharat Bukhari, Peerzada Mansoor Hussain and Khursheed Alam into the party fold, PC Chairman Sajjad Gani Lone said that the party will immensely benefit from their experience in politics and public life.

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FCI Recruitment 2021: Deadline to apply for 89 Manager, Officer posts ends soon, salary up to Rs 1,80,000

FCI has invited applications for 89 vacancies for the post of Assistant General Manager (AGM) and Medical Officer (MO) posts. The exams will be tentatively conducted in May or June.

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Bengal will become mini Pakistan if Mamata Banerjee voted to power: Suvendu Adhikari

BJP leader Suvendu Adhikari on Monday (March 29) urged people to not vote for TMC in order to prevent the state from becoming a mini Pakistan.

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Why was Amit Shah mum when Hathras took place: CM Mamata Banerjee on death of elderly woman

CM Mamata Banerjee lashed out at Amit Shah saying that he is not aware of the real reason behind the death of the elderly woman.

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Tamil Nadu Assembly Elections: DMK’s A Raja issues apology to CM K Palaniswami for “insulting his mother”

Raja said he clarified in a public meeting in Gudalur in the district on Sunday that he did not intend to defame Palaniswami or his late mother, but was making a comparison between the leadership qualities of his party chief M K Stalin and the CM, using a children's analogy.

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Amit Shah, JP Nadda express grief over death of 85-year-old mother of BJP worker who was allegedly attacked by TMC workers

After the death of BJP worker Gopal Majumdar’s 85-year-old mother, Shobha Majumdar, from Nimta on Monday the Union Home Minister took it to his Twitter handle to express his condolences.

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Shah Rukh Khan`s Swades song sung by US Navy personnel goes viral, AR Rahman reacts

The video has been shared by the Indian Ambassador to the US who said that the 'heart-winning' performance was during a dinner meeting between him and the US Chief of Naval Operations.

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2 feared dead in a terrorist attack in Jammu and Kashmir`s Sopore, search underway

The unidentified terrorists attacked a meeting at Dak Bungalow in Sopore.

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J&K Bank banking associate result announced on jkbank.com, Here’s step-by-step guide to download scores

The candidates must note that the results for banking associates examination 2021 will be available online till April 9, 2021 only.

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UP Anganwadi Recruitment 2021: State govt invites applications for 5,000 vacancies at anganwadis, details here

The Child Development Services and Nutrition Department of Uttar Pradesh Government on Monday (March 29) has sought applicants for the posts of Anganwadi servant, Mini Anganwadi servant and Anganwadi assistant. The applicants for the above mentioned post are announced under UP Anganwadi Recruitment 2021 for various districts in the state.

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Hooliganism at its top: After threatening Rajya Sabha MP Subhash Chandra, Ravi Azad now intimidates Haryana Deputy CM Dushyant Chautala

Earlier, Ravi Azad had asked 'young people' to prepare their 'laths' (sticks) so that Rajya Sabha MP Subhash Chandra is not able to organize his program.

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NCP supremo Sharad Pawar unwell, to undergo surgery at Mumbai hospital

NCP supremo Sharad Pawar is unwell and will be undergoing a surgery at Breach Candy hospital in Mumbai on Wednesday.

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BJP will get a big rosogolla: Mamata Banerjee takes jibe at Amit Shah`s Bengal seat claim

TMC leader and West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee takes a jibe on Amit Shah’s claim of winning 26 of the 30 seats in the first phase of West Bengal polling.

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India reports 68,020 COVID-19 cases in last 24 hours, global caseload tops 127 million

The COVID-19 count reached 12,039,644 in India on Monday (March 29) with 68,020 new cases in the last 24 hours, according to Union health ministry data.

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West Bengal Assembly polls: Battle for Nandigram intensifies, TMC’s Mamata Banerjee to hold 8 km long road show

TMC leader and West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee intensified efforts to woo voters before campaigning for the second phase of the assembly poll ends in Nandigram on Tuesday.

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Setback for Delhi CM Arvind Kejriwal as President Ram Nath Kovind gives assent to NCT Delhi (Amendment) Bill

Arvind Kejriwal called it BJP's assault on democracy and federalism.

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President Ram Nath Kovind, PM Narendra Modi extend best wishes to everyone as nation celebrates Holi

India is celebrating Holi amid strict COVID-19 measures to prevent the spread of the virus.

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Holi celebrations banned in these states, UTs amid COVID-19 spread, check details

Amid the surge in COVID-19 infections in the country, many state governments and Union Territories have put in place a number of restrictions for the upcoming festival seasons.

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Everything can`t be made public, says Union Minister Amit Shah on meeting NCP chief Sharad Pawar

The Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Sunday (March 28) left people hanging after he declined to comment upon a purported secret meeting with Nationalist Congress Party (NCP) chief Sharad Pawar, amid the crisis in Maharashtra coalition government.

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Will win over 200 seats in West Bengal, Amit Shah confident of BJPs victory

Union Home Minister and senior BJP leader Amit Shah on Sunday said according to the feedback received from the ground, the saffron party will win 26 of the 30 seats that went to polls in the first phase of the West Bengal Assembly election.

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Floating balloons, Cotton swab, Butter – Netizens come up with novel ideas to unblock Suez Canal, check out top memes

As serious the situation is, the netizens, reliable as always, have come up with unique solutions to the Suez Canal problem. They may not solve the actual problem, but definitely guarantee laughter.

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Major boost for Indian Air Force, 10 Rafales to join fleet by next month

In a major boost for the Indian Air Force`s firepower, at least 10 new Rafale fighter aircraft would be joining its fighter fleet leading to the formation of the second squadron of the planes.

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Truth will come out, ex-High Court judge to probe allegations against me: Maharashtra Home Minister Anil Deshmukh

Maharashtra Home Minister Anil Deshmukh on Sunday revealed that a retired judge of the high court will be conducting a probe into the allegations of corruption levelled against him.

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After hooliganism in Punjab, Rajya Sabha MP Subhash Chandra receives threat

In a video, Ravi Azad, is 'appealing' to his fellow farmers and 'young people' to go in groups and stop Rajya Sabha MP Subhash Chandra's program that is scheduled to take place on Sunday.

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Bihar Board Class 10th Result 2021: Date, Time, key points every students should know

Lakhs of students in the state are eagerly waiting for their class 10th Result 2021. After the Bihar School Examination Board (BSEB) declared class 12th Result 2021 on Friday (March 26), the sources are certain that the Bihar Board 10th Results 2021 will be announced soon.

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PM Narendra Modi extends best wishes to nation for upcoming festivals in 75th episode of Mann Ki Baat

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday (March 28) thanked listeners for their continued support as the monthly radio programme 'Mann Ki Baat' reached the milestone of 75 episodes.

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BJP MLA Arun Narang restrained by protesters in Muktsar

An FIR has been filed for the same.

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TMC hits back at BJP with Mukul Roy’s audio clip, defends West Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee for `democratic step`

An audio war broke out between TMC and BJP leaders in West Bengal after the polling of first phase of state assembly election on Saturday (March 27).

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Rajnath Singh hits out at Kerala govt, says judicial probe against Central agencies `unfortunate`

The senior BJP leader said that the state government is challenging the federal structure of the Constitution.

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Delhi issues SOP for protection of interfaith couples, sets up 24-hr helpline and special cell

The Delhi government has issued a standard operating procedure (SoP) for the protection of inter-faith and inter-caste couples from harassment and threats and directed setting up of ''special cells''.

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PM Narendra Modi hails women`s accomplishments in sports during 75th episode of Mann Ki Baat

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday (March 28) addressed the 75th episode of ‘Mann Ki Baat‘, his monthly radio programme.

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Manipur government seeks help from Centre for dousing fire at Shirui peak

Manipur Chief Minister N Biren Singh has sought help from the Central government and locals in dousing fire at Ukhrul’s Shirui peak. The Chief Secretary of Manipur has also written a letter to the Centre in regard to the situation.

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India adds over 62,000 COVID-19 cases for second consecutive day, active count nears 5 lakh

India's total coronavirus caseload has now climbed to 1.19 crore.

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Holi rush: Traffic crawls at Jewar toll plaza on Yamuna Expressway due to absence of FASTag

3 km long traffic chaos at Jewar toll plaza on the Yamuna Expressway as a result of the absence of FASTag toll system and holi rush.

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Kendriya Vidyalaya to begin registration process for admissions from April 1, check details here

Currently, the Kendriya Vidyalaya Sangathan is running a chain of 1247 KVs across India.

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NIA arrests pro-Maoist and TMC leader Chhatradhar Mahato in connection with CPM leader Prabir Mahato murder case

TMC leader and former leader of Maoist-backed People’s Committee Against Police Atrocities, Chhatradhar Mahato was arrested on Sunday (March 28) by the National Investigation Agency (NIA) in connection with a murder case.

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2 terrorists, one Army soldier killed during encounter in Jammu and Kashmir`s Shopian

According to officials, the encounter broke out between the security forces and the terrorists in the Wangam village of the Shopian district.

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Section 144 imposed in Goa ahead of Holi, Eid, Easter amid rise in COVID-19 cases

The Goa government has imposed section 144 of the Code of Criminal Procedure ahead of the festivals of Holi, Shab-e-Barat, Easter and Eid.

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PM Narendra Modi to address nation through his monthly radio programme ‘Mann Ki Baat’ today

Prime Minister Narendra Modi will be hosting his monthly 'Mann Ki Baat' on Sunday (March 28) at 11 am. This will be the 75th episode of Modi’s monthly radio programme. In the third edition of 2021's Mann Ki Baat programme, the Prime Minister will share his thoughts with the people in the country and abroad on All India Radio.

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Delhi caps guest gatherings due to COVID-19, weddings and funerals to have limited numbers now

Delhi government on Saturday capped the maximum number of people allowed to attend a weddings celebration in closed spaces at 100 in the state.

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Centre ready to talk, impasse on farmers’ protest will end if farm bodies are willing, says Narendra Singh Tomar

Union Agriculture Minister Narendra Singh Tomar on Saturday (March 27) said the deadlock over the ongoing farmers' agitation will end the day the leaders of farm unions decide to sort out this issue.

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2 terrorists, one Army soldier killed during encounter in J&K`s Shopian

According to officials, the encounter broke out between the security forces and the terrorists in the Wangam village of the Shopian district.

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Fire destroys over 500 shops at Fashion Street in Pune, officials yet to determine cause

The Fashion Street on Mahatma Gandhi Road in Pune Cantonment Board (PCB) area is a famous 'window shopping' destination

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Omar Abdullah hails talks between India and Pakistan says, `Let there be open talks now`

National Conference leader Omar Abdullah on Saturday (March 27, 2021) hailed the recents talks between India and Pakistan and stated that the two countries must move beyond secret talks and join the table for open discussion.

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Zee News Editor-in-Chief Sudhir Chaudhary was first TV journalist to get most wanted killer Charles Sobhraj on camera

Charles Sobhraj is a French serial killer who has committed several murders across Southeast Asia.

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BJP leader Soumendu Adhikari`s brother’s vehicle attacked in Contai, blames TMC

BJP leader Suvendu Adhikari’s brother Soumendu Adhikari’s vehicle was attacked by miscreants at Sabajput area in Contai and his driver claims TMC members behind the incident.

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President Ram Nath Kovind`s health condition stable, Army hospital refers him to AIIMS

President Ram Nath Kovind was under observation at the Army's Research and Referral Hospital on Saturday (March 27). following chest discomfort.

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Suez Canal: India chalks out 4 point plan to deal with blockage situation

The Indian government on Saturday (March 27) has chalked out a four-point plan to reopen traffic in the crucial East-West waterway of Suez Canal.

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Muzaffarnagar riots 2013: Court allows to withdraw case against 12 BJP leaders

According to district government counsel Rajiv Sharma, the 12 BJP accused were booked under various sections of the Indian Penal Code for violating prohibitory orders.

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Both India and Bangladesh want stability, love and peace in place of instability, terror and unrest, says PM Narendra Modi

PM Modi also said that during the COVID-19 pandemic, India and Bangladesh proved their capabilities.

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Bihar Board Examination 2021: BSEB likely to release class 10th results in April first week

The candidates will be able to check their results on Bihar board’s official websites- bsebonline.in, biharboardonline.com, and biharboardonline.bihar.gov.in.

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`Sorry!`, says Shashi Tharoor after slamming PM Narendra Modi`s speech in Bangladesh

The Congress MP had commented on Prime Minister Modi's saying that he did 'satyagraha' for Bangladesh's freedom.

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Lockdown is no solution, says Delhi Health Minister amid rising COVID-19 cases

Delhi Health Minister Satyendar Jain ruled out the possibility of a second COVID-19 lockdown in the city by stating that it is "not a solution" and added that "we'll have to learn to live with it."

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RBI Assistant Examination Results are out, check your results at rbi.org.in

The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has released results for the RBI Assistant Examination 2019.

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UP RERA to settle buyer-builder disputes in online Lok Adalat from April 10

The Uttar Pradesh Real Estate Regulatory Authority (Rera) will be organising a National Lok Adalat online from April 10.

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Delhi Police issues COVID-19 guidelines ahead of Holi, Shab-e-Barat, Navaratri

The Delhi Police also said that it has made elaborate traffic arrangements to ensure the safety of motorists on roads and check the incidents of drunken driving, over-speeding, reckless driving.

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Prime Minister Narendra Modi offers prayers at the Jeshoreshwari Kali temple in Bangladesh

Prime Minister Narendra Modi offered prayers at the Jeshoreshwari Kali temple in Bangladesh's Ishwaripur village on Saturday (March 27).

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Kerala Assembly elections 2021: BJP chief JP Nadda to hold rally, roadshows in state

BJP chief Jagat Prakash Nadda will address rallies in Kerala on Saturday (March 27) as a part of two-day visit to the southern poll-bound states.

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India records over 62,000 new COVID-19 cases, active count crosses 4.52 lakh

According to official data, India now has a total of 1.19 crore coronavirus infections.

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West Bengal, Assam Assembly polls: JP Nadda urges voters to ensure participation while following COVID-19 protocols

Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) national president JP Nadda has urged voters to come out in record numbers and "participate in the festival of democracy" by exercising their right to vote in the first phase of assembly elections in West Bengal and Assam which began on Saturday (March 27) morning.

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West Bengal, Assam Assembly elections: Here’s how to locate polling booth near you

The Election Commission (EC) over the years has realised the requirements of the citizens and has made several arrangements to make the polling process hassle free for them.

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PM Narendra Modi calls upon his `young friends` to vote as phase 1 polling underway for West Bengal, Assam Assembly elections

The voting for the first phase of West Bengal and Assam Assembly elections began at 7 AM on Saturday.

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US President Joe Biden invites 40 world leaders including PM Narendra Modi to virtual climate summit

Joe Biden has also invited other QUAD leaders Australian PM Scott Morrison and Japanese PM Yoshihide Suga. Chinese President Xi Jinping has also been sent an invitation.

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Polling for West Bengal, Assam Assembly elections phase 1 begins

The first phase of voting begins for West Bengal and Assam assembly elections 2021 with over 1.54 crore registered voters having a chance to exercise their right to vote.

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West Bengal, Assam Assembly Elections 2021: Polling for phase 1 begins today, Here`s what you need to carry to cast vote

The first phase of voting for West Bengal and Assam assembly elections 2021 starts today. The stage is all set for the polls, which will begin at 7 am and end at 6 pm, with the timing extended by an hour to ensure that COVID protocols are maintained.

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PM Modi pays homage to Bangladesh war martyrs, says `They devoted their lives resisting injustice`

Prime Minister Narendra Modi in Bangladesh paid homage to the martyrs of the 1971 Bangladesh War of Independence against Pakistan.

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Supreme Court orders Punjab govt to hand over custody of Mukhtar Ansari to UP police

Earlier on March 4, the Punjab government told the Supreme Court that the Yogi Adityanath-led government has got no fundamental right to seek Ansari's transfer from Rupnagar jail to the district jail in Banda.

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President Ram Nath Kovind extends greetings to Bangladesh on 50th Independence Day

President Ram Nath Kovind extended greetings to his counterpart Abdul Hamid and the people of Bangladesh, on their country’s 50th Independence Day.

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Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha terms Jammu Kashmir budget of Rs 1,08,621 as `Historic`

The 1,08,621 Rs crore budget aims to engage 15 lakhs, boys and girls, in sports activities and extend financial support to 25,000 youth under various schemes.

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CRPF organises free medical camp in Srinagar, distributes COVID-19 safety kits

The health check-up camp was taken place under Civic Action Program. Highly qualified doctors conducted a medical check-up of around 250 civilians and provided free medicines and COVID-19 safety kits living in the surrounding areas.

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President Ram Nath Kovind under observation at Army hospital after chest discomfort

President Ram Nath Kovind was taken to the Army's Research and Referral hospital in Delhi after complaining of chest discomfort.

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Check your name in voters list 2021 here, Step-by-step guide for West bengal, Assam assembly elections

Polling for Assam Assembly elections phase 1 tomorrow, Here’s what you need to carry, key candidates, all the information

Assam is all set to go for its first phase of voting on Saturday (March 27) for a total of 47 assembly constituencies spanned across 12 districts.

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Bihar Board Result 2021: How to check BSEB Class 12 result online

The Bihar Board BSEB class 12 inter result is expected to be announced at 3 pm on Friday (March 26). Class 12 students who appeared for the BSEB Bihar Board exam can check their results online by visiting - biharboardonline.bihar.gov.in.

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Bihar Board Result 2021: Check result on biharboardonline.bihar.gov.in

The Bihar School of Examination (BSEB) will declare the class 12th intermediate result by 3 PM, on its official website- biharboardonline.bihar.gov.in.

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Bihar Board Inter Result 2021 announcement today, class 12 students can check latest updates here

Supreme Court sets aside NCLAT order reinstating Cyrus Mistry as Tata Sons chairman

In a major development, the Supreme Court on Friday (March 26, 2021) set aside the December 2019 ruling of the National Company Law Appellate Tribunal (NCLAT) that had directed the reinstatement of Cyrus Mistry as Tata Sons chairperson.

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India will remain Bangladesh`s partner as they jointly march towards golden future: PM Narendra Modi

Prime Minister Narendra Modi, who is visiting Bangladesh on his first trip to a foreign country since the outbreak of the coronavirus, further said that it was time to once again chart a bold ambition for partnership between India and Bangladesh.

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`Forget to collect cash from ATM`; know what happens to your money

Have you ever wondered what happens if you get the cash from the machine but leave it there? This article will guide you on what happens if the cash is left at the ATM.

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India records more than 59,000 COVID-19 cases, highest single-day spike since October

India recorded over 59,118 cases on Friday, which is the highest single-day rise in 2021. The new infections recorded on Friday pushed the nationwide tally to 1.18 crore, as per the Union Health Ministry data.

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Mansukh Hiren murder case: How Sachin Vaze tweaked facts, destroyed evidence, a timeline

Sachin Vaze was arrested on Saturday (March 13) by the National Investigation Agency (NIA). The agency started an investigation on February 25 as the bomb was placed outside the industrialist Mukesh Ambani's residence Antilia in South Mumbai.

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Bihar Board class 12th result 2021: BSEB inter result to be declared at this time

Live updates: PM Modi arrives in Dhaka on two-day Bangladesh visit

PM Modi on Friday left for a two-day visit to Bangladesh, his first trip to a foreign country since the COVID-19 outbreak. Prime Minister Modi departed for Bangladesh at 07:45 AM and is expected to arrive in Dhaka at 10:00 AM. During his historic trip, PM Modi will take part in a wide range of programmes aimed at furthering cooperation between the two countries.

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Know Sachin Vaze`s role in `Bomb Scare` outside Ambani`s residence, details inside

PM Narendra Modi embarks on two-day Bangladesh visit, first foreign trip since COVID-19 outbreak

Bihar Board 12th result 2021: BSEB to declare results at 3 PM, check scores on official website

The Bihar School of Examination Board (BSEB) on Thursday (March 25) announced that they will be declaring the results for class 12th board examinations or BSEB Inter Result 2021 at 3 PM today.

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PM Narendra Modi to embark on historic two-day visit to Bangladesh, his first foreign trip since COVID-19 outbreak

Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to begin a two-day visit to Bangladesh on Friday, his first trip to a foreign country since the COVID-19 outbreak. Prime Minister Modi will depart for Bangladesh at 07:45 AM and will arrive in Dhaka at 10:00 AM.

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Bharat Bandh today: Farmers to block rail tracks; malls, markets, major highways to remain shut

The ‘Samyukta Kisan Morcha’ (SKM), the apex farmers’ body that is protesting against the Centre’s three farm laws, will observe a nationwide shutdown or Bharat Bandh on Friday.

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CRPF Recruitment 2021: Walk-in-interview for the post of Specialist Medical Officer on April 14, 2021

The Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) released notification for recruitment to the post of Specialist Medical Officer.

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Man thrashed, forced to chant Hindustan Zindabad in NCR, accused arrested after viral video

The police have registered a case on Wednesday (March 24) and the accused has been arrested. The name of the accused is Ajay Goswami, who is a dairy trader and a resident of Old Garhi village. Goswami was accused in the 2020 North-East Delhi Riots.

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Priyanka Gandhi Vadra blames BJP for harassment of young women on train, shares video

The one-minute and seven-second-long video shared by Vadra showed some alleged youth-wing members, allegedly linked to BJP, talking to young women commuters onboard a train and seeking their personal details.

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Budget Session ends as both Houses of Parliament adjourned sine die

The Rajya Sabha on Thursday (March 25) was adjourned sine die ahead of the assembly polls in four states and one union territory. The Lok Sabha too was adjourned sine die earlier in the day.

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Supreme Court pulls up Army for ‘indirect discrimination’ of women officers, calls ACR evaluation process flawed

The apex court said the Annual Confidential Report (ACR) evaluation criteria for grant of permanent commission to women officers ignored the achievement and laurels brought by them to the Indian Army.

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Former J&K CM Mehbooba Mufti appears before ED in money laundering case

Official sources confirmed that the PDP chief appeared before the Enforcement Directorate (ED) in Jammu and Kashmir for questioning in connection to the money laundering case.

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Centre notifies new IT rules for digital news publishers and OTT platforms

The new rules will apply to social media platforms like Facebook, WhatsApp, Twitter and OTT platforms like Netflix, Amazon Prime, Disney Hotstar and several others.

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Kerala Assembly polls: BJP hopes to chug into Palakkad with `Metroman` Sreedharan`s candidature

Kerala polls: The BJP, buoyed by its success in Palakkad in the recent civic polls, has fielded the 88-year old Sreedharan to fight it out with the 38-year-old Parambil, seeking a hat-trick of terms.

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Will no longer call RSS `Sangh Parivar`, it`s a misnomer: Rahul Gandhi in latest attack

The RSS, meanwhile, welcomed the remarks, saying it is a compliment. "RSS means discipline, nationalism and all other good qualities. If somebody says that RSS is influencing the judiciary or any field, people should feel happy that something good will happen. It is a compliment given by Rahul Gandhi," the outfit said.

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Delhi`s air quality improves to `moderate` category with AQI value standing at 156

Anand Vihar, Rohini and Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium recorded ‘moderate’ air quality, with the AQI values standing at 193, 177, and 155 respectively, according to the CPCB data.

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Punjab CM Amarinder Singh digitally orders mass transfers of 19,905 eligible teachers

A total of 35,386 online applications were received from aspiring teachers and volunteers, of which 15,481 were found ineligible as they were found short of the prescribed parameters of the policy. The remaining 19,905 were found eligible for transfer.

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`Bharat Bandh` on March 26 as farmers` protest against farm laws completes 4 months

The Samyukt Kisan Morcha (SKM), an umbrella body of farmer unions, has called for a Bharat Bandh on March 26, from 6 AM to 6 PM. During this time all road and rail transport, markets and other public places will be closed across the country.

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India to participate in France-led naval drill La Perouse for the first time

Australia, Japan and the US will also participate in La Perouse, but India’s first-ever participation is seen as a significant step. The exercise is scheduled between April 5 and 7.

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Swamitva Scheme: Over 500 high-resolution drones to map 6 lakh villages in country

The mega scheme, promoted by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, enables people in rural areas to unlock their rural assets.

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Did you know that screening & early detection can combat cancer in women?

To know more about important aspects of cancer in women, particularly breast cancer and cervical cancer, join the discussion with our experts.

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West Bengal Assembly election 2021: Last day of campaigning for phase 1 polls today, BJP, TMC leaders to hold dozens of rallies

West Bengal is witnessing intense political fight between BJP, TMC and other parties ahead of the first phase of assembly elections, in which 30 constituencies will go for polling.

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India reports 53,476 new COVID cases, 251 deaths in past 24 hours, biggest single-day spike in 5 months

India on Thursday, 25 March, reported 53,476 new coronavirus cases, taking the tally in the country to 1,17,87,534. The death toll increased by 251 to 1,60,692.

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Holi celebrations banned in these states and UTs as COVID cases surge, violators to face action, check details

The Centre as issued a circular under section 22 of the Disaster Management Act that advises all the states and union territories to impose restrictions prior to the festival season.

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Chhattisgarh govt imposes Section 144 in Raipur amid rising COVID-19 cases, issues guidelines for Holi

The announcement was made by the Raipur collector after monitoring the COVID-19 situation in the capital.

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Bengal BJP chief Dilip Ghosh`s alleged `wear Bermuda remark sparks outrage, TMC calls it ‘distasteful’

In the alleged video, the veracity of which could not be confirmed, Ghosh was seen saying at an election meeting in Purulia on Monday that after the cast was taken off and the foot was bandaged, she is displaying the leg to everyone.

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We need to understand that India has longstanding ties with Russia, says US Admiral John Aquilino

Admiral John Aquilino, during his confirmation hearing on Tuesday (March 23) to be the next commander of the US Indo-Pacific Command or INDOPACOM, was responding to a question from Senator Jeanne Shaheen on India's decision to purchase the S-400 missile system from Russia.

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BPSC announces results for 66th prelim examination 2021, Here’s link to check merit list, cutoff marks

Bihar Public Service Commission (BPSC) has announced the results for the 66th prelims examinations. The candidates can check their results on bpsc.bih.nic.in.

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India detains big exports of AstraZeneca shot, including to COVAX, as infections surge

India has put a temporary hold on all major exports of the AstraZeneca coronavirus shot made by the Serum Institute of India (SII), to meet domestic demand as infections rise, two sources told Reuters.

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Tamil Nadu polls 2021: AIADMK candidates ‘ISI certified’, DMK nominees are ‘duplicates`, says CM Edappadi K Palaniswami

Tamil Nadu CM Edappadi K Palaniswami said, "Our AIADMK candidates are ISI certified but their candidates (DMK) are duplicate. Voters should not believe in duplicate."

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BJP mandal president found dead in Cooch Behar, workers blame TMC

BJP leader Kailash Vijayvargiya said that such attempts will not deter the party's committment towards making a "Sonar Bangla".

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People of Kerala are fed up with corruption, misrule of LDF govt, says Amit Shah ahead of state assembly polls

The Union Home Minister was in the poll-bound state to address public meetings and hold a roadshow.

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COVID-19 new mutated variant detected in 18 Indian states: Centre

A novel variant of the coronavirus had been detected in India in addition to many other variants of concern (VOCs) also found abroad, the Union Health Ministry informed on Wednesday.

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`Didi jacche, ashol poriborton asche`: PM Modi targets Mamata Banerjee at rally in Kanthi

Prime Minister Modi in poll-bound West Bengal targeted Mamata Banerjee at a rally on Wednesday (March 24, 2021).

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Supreme Court refuses to entertain Param Bir Singh`s plea, directs him to approach Bombay High Court

The Supreme Court said that the allegations levelled by the former Mumbai Police Commissioner against Maharashtra home minister is very serious and asked senior advocate Mukul Rohatgi appearing for Param Bir Singh why is he not approaching the Bombay High Court for seeking the CBI probe.

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CJI SA Bobde recommends Justice NV Ramana as his successor

Chief Justice of India (CJI) SA Bobde has recommended the name of Justice NV Ramana to the Centre for appointing him as his successor after demits office on April 23.

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Nikita Tomar murder case: Haryana court to deliver verdict today

Nikita Tomar, a 20-year-old girl was shot dead in daylight on October 26, 2020, by her school mate in the Faridabad district of Haryana. The trial for this murder case began on December 1, 2020, and its been four months hitherto that the family is waiting for a verdict.

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CJI SA Bobde recommends name of senior-most Supreme Court Justice NV Ramana as his successor

Parliament`s Budget Session likely to be curtailed amid ongoing state Assembly polls

The Budget session, which was earlier scheduled to conclude on April 8, could be adjourned sine die before time because several members on behest of their parties had earlier approached the Parliamentary Affairs Minister, Lok Sabha Speaker and Chairman of Rajya Sabha to curtail the session citing elections as the reason.

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Indian Coast Guard ship `Vajra` commissioned, to strengthen coastal security

Indian Coast Guard ship 'Vajra', the sixth offshore patrol vessel to enhance coastal security, was commissioned into service in Chennai on Wednesday.

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With 47262 new COVID-19 cases, India records highest single-day spike of 2021

India on Wednesday recorded 47,262 new cases of the novel coronavirus, which is the highest reported single-day rise for the year 2021. This takes the nationwide COVID-19 tally to 1,17,34,058, as per the Union Health Ministry.

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From quarantine to coronials, words coined and popularized during COVID-19 lockdown

Several terms including quarantine and doomscrolling were popularised and coined during COVID-19 lockdown.

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India, Austria talks over terrorism, developments in Indo-Pacific, COVID-19

The talks covered the entire gamut of bilateral relations, including political, economic and commercial ties as well as cultural and academic linkages, MEA said.

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Steady rise in COVID-19 cases in 19 districts of West Bengal, `quite grim` situation: Survey

West Bengal now has 3,656 active cases, and 89,92,906 samples have been tested for coronavirus so far.

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Odisha Cabinet approves State Level Sports Development Project worth over Rs 356 crore

The project with an estimated outlay of Rs 356.38 crores is meant for the development of infrastructure at Kalinga Stadium and the construction of a new hockey stadium at Rourkela to conduct FIH Men’s World Cup Hockey 2023.

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Delhi Police uses `pawri` doodle to remind people about wearing masks amid COVID-19 surge

The Deputy Commissioner of Police (DCP) Delhi joined the 'Pawri Ho Rahi Hai' trend to make a point about the importance of wearing masks and urging people to follow the COVID-19 guidelines.

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EC criticises functioning of West Bengal police after a bomb blast in Burdwan

A seven-year-old boy was killed and another child injured in a crude bomb explosion in Burdwan city on Monday.

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DGCA extends suspension of international passenger flights till April 30 as COVID-19 cases rise

The Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) on Tuesday (March 23) ordered the extended of the suspension on international commercial flights till April 30. Though, international passenger flights which under air travel bubble arrangements will continue to operate.

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SC to hear former Mumbai top cop Param Bir Singh’s plea for CBI probe against Maharashtra Home Minister Anil Deshmukh

Deshmukh has, however, categorically denied the accusation and has threatened to sue the cop for defamation. Param Bir Singh was transferred from the post of Mumbai police commissioner last week, in the midst of a probe by the NIA into the recovery of an explosives-laden SUV which was found parked outside the south Mumbai residence of industrialist Mukesh Ambani last month.

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PM Narendra Modi greets Imran Khan on Pakistan Day, calls for `atmosphere of trust, devoid of terror and hostility`

Prime Minister Narendra Modi expressed a desire to build "cordial relations" with Pakistan but stressed for that to happen, an "environment of trust" that is "devoid of terror" is "imperative".

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Maharashtra minister Dhananjay Munde tests COVID-19 positive for second time

Maharashtra Social Justice Minister Dhananjay Munde on Tuesday informed that he has again tested positive for COVID-19. The NCP leader had detected positive for the virus last year in June as well.

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Mistrust between China, India at all-time high: US admiral

Admiral John C Aquilino also commended India's efforts to protect its northern border during a months-long standoff with China.

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What`s happening in Maharashtra is not `vikas`, it is `vasooli`: RS Prasad over corruption allegations on Anil Deshmukh

Prasad said, "The Maharashtra government is 'of extortion (vasooli), by extortion and for extortion'.

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SC orders stay on proceedings pending for regulation of OTT platforms

A bench, headed by Justice DY Chandrachud, stayed further proceedings of pleas pending before various high courts and said it would hear the petitions pending before it on a similar issue in the second week of April.

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DMK scion Udhayanidhi Stalin evaded tax, hid income, says AIADMK in plaint to Election Commission

In its letter to the Election Commission, the AIADMK has said that there is a gross mismatch between the assets and income declared by Udhayanidhi Stalin.

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Real and certified `chaiwala` is with us, Rajnath Singh takes dig at Priyanka Gandhi

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Tuesday (March 23) took a dig at Congress general secretary Priyanka Gandhi Vadra and said that people who mocked Prime Minister Narendra Modi by calling him a “chaiwala” are today selling and plucking tea leaves.

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Tollywood actors join TMC ahead of West Bengal Assembly polls

Many of these actors have got tickets to contest the upcoming assembly polls in the state which begins on March 27.

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AAP seeks support from non-NDA parties to halt GNCTD Bill in Rajya Sabha

The AAP leaders requested opposition members in Rajya Sabha to oppose the Bill which seeks to transfer more power to the Lieutenant Governor.

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Manual scavenging an embarrassment for India: MP Jaya Bachchan in Rajya Sabha

Jaya Bachchan said that the practice of manual scavenging is still going on even as we talk about going to the moon and Mars.

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Congress trying to fool people by saying they won’t implement CAA: BJP president JP Nadda in Assam

BJP chief J P Nadda said, "Congress claim that they will not allow its implementation in the state if voted to power, may be either due to their ignorance or they are trying to fool the people of the state."

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`Bhatija` and company swindled central funds sent for Amphan relief: Amit Shah in West Bengal

Continuing his attack over the Mamata Banerjee-led government in West Bengal, the Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Tuesday (March 23, 2021) alleged that the Trinamool Congress (TMC) swindled central funds that were sent for the relief post the Amphan Cyclone.

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HPPSC Recruitment 2021: Vacancies released for Range Forest Officer posts on hppsc.hp.gov.in

Interested candidates can apply for the positions online on the official website of HPPSC on hppsc.hp.gov.in. The last date to apply is April 19, 2021 (11:59 pm).

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COVID-19 vaccine for people above 45 from April 1, announces Centre

Union Minister Prakash Javadekar also approved the decision of increasing time interval between two doses of Covishield.

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MHA gives compulsory retirement to famous UP cadre IPS officer Amitabh Thakur

The Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) has given a compulsory retirement to IPS cadre officer Amitabh Thakur

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Rajasthan, Punjab CMs urge Centre to remove age limit for COVID-19 vaccination

"As Covid-19 cases are surging in India, the Government should focus on vaccination. Public security can be ensured against COVID-19 with maximum vaccination. Hence, age group criteria should be removed and vaccination should be available for all," Ashok Gehlot said in a tweet.

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MHA gives compulsory retirement to famous UP IPS officer Amitabh Thakur

The Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) has given a compulsory retirement to IPS officer Amitabh Thakur

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India records 40,715 COVID-19 infections in past 24 hours, Maharashtra, Punjab and Gujarat major cause of concern

According to the data of the Health Ministry, six states - Maharashtra, Punjab, Gujarat, Chhattisgarh, Karnataka and Tamil Nadu together account for 80.90 per cent of the new cases.

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BJP Chief JP Nadda releases party`s manifesto for Assam, makes 10 commitments

The commitments of the party include providing three lakh jobs to the youth.

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V-P Venkaiah Naidu, PM Modi pay tributes to Dr Ram Manohar Lohia on his birth anniversary

Vice President M Venkaiah Naidu and Prime Minister Narendra Modi remembered freedom fighter, Dr Ram Manohar Lohia, on his birth anniversary.

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Shaheed Diwas: Nation remembers martyrdom of Bhagat Singh, Sukhdev, Rajguru; PM Modi pays tributes

The Martyrs' Day marks the death anniversary of young freedom fighters Bhagat Singh, Sukhdev Thapar, and Shivaram Rajguru, as the three were hanged to death by Britishers on March 23 in 1931.

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Banaras Hindu University suspends offline classes till further notice amid surge in Covid-19 cases

The order comes in the backdrop of the Uttar Pradesh administration ordering all educational institutions where exams are not underway to stay shut from 24 March till 31 March.

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13 people killed in bus-auto collision in Gwalior, MP govt announces Rs 4 lakh compensation for kin of deceased

A road accident in Madhya Pradesh claimed 13 lives.

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Assam Assembly Elections 2021: BJP Chief JP Nadda to release election manifesto today

The BJP Chief has been on a two-day visit to the states of Assam and West Bengal since Monday.

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Home Minister Amit Shah, CM Mamata Banerjee to hold public meetings in West Bengal today

BJP announced that the Home Minister will be visiting West Bengal for a public meeting in Gosaba at 12 pm.

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Amid normalisation of ties, India, Pakistan to hold talks on Indus water sharing today

After a gap of nearly two years, the top officials of India and Pakistan will hold a two-day meeting beginning Tuesday (March 23) to discuss the Indus water sharing between the two nations.

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Congress-AIUDF alliance will lead to rise in infiltration in Assam, warns Amit Shah

Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Monday warned that the infiltration will rise in Assam since Congress has now aligned with Badruddin Ajmal’s AIUDF to win the upcoming assembly election in the BJP-ruled state.

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Tamil Nadu Assembly polls: Newbie politicians go digital after testing COVID-19 positive during campaign

Contesting in nearly 150 seats, Makkal Needhi Maiam hopes to carve a niche for itself, by opposing both major Dravidian parties in the state. Kamal Haasan will be contesting from Coimbatore South Constituency.

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Rajya Sabha adjourned amid uproar over Maharashtra corruption issue

As soon as the Question Hour began, treasury bench members raised the Maharashtra issue with Deputy Chairman Harivansh.

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No question of Anil Deshmukh’s resignation, says Sharad Pawar amid ruckus over ex-top cop’s letter

NCP Chief Sharad Pawar addressed a press conference on Monday (March 22) in relation to the allegations against Maharashtra Home Minister Anil Deshmukh. Pawar questioned the timing of ex- Mumbai Police Commissioner Param Bir Singh’s letter in which he accused state Home Minister Anil Deshmukh of being involved in corrupt activities.

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Bihar Board Result 2021: BSEB likely to be announce class XII results soon, here’s how to check

The Bihar School Examination Board (BSEB) is likely to release results for class XII soon for all the three streams soon.

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BJP demands President`s Rule in Maharashtra over corruption allegations against Uddhav Thackeray-led MVA govt

Stepping up its attack on the Uddhav Thackeray-led Maha Vikas Aghadi (MVA) government in Maharashtra, which is facing serious allegations of corruption, the BJP on Monday demanded the imposition of President’s Rule in the state.

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After ripped jeans controversy, Uttarakhand CM Tirath Singh Rawat to meet PM Narendra Modi for THIS reason

Uttarakhand Chief Minister Tirath Singh Rawat to meet Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Thursday (March 25).

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India, Pakistan officials to meet on March 23-24 to discuss Indus water sharing

A high-level team from Pakistan will arrive in India via Atari-Wagah Border on Monday. The meeting, which is an annual affair between the two countries, is being held after two years. During their meeting, the officials of the two sides will discuss concerns over Indus river water-sharing and related issues.

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Saradha Ponzi scam: CBI raids Mumbai office and residence of three SEBI officials

The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) is conducting raids at multiple locations in connection with its ongoing probe into the Saradha Ponzi scam.

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CBSE Board Exam 2021: Students of classes 10, 12 to get another chance, here`s how to improve your scores

The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) will now be giving a second chance to the students who appeared in the examination of class 10 and 12.

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CBI raids Mumbai office and residence of three SEBI officials in Saradha Ponzi scam case

Param Bir Singh`s letter raises questions, says Maharashtra minister Nawab Malik

The NCP on Sunday (March 21) ruled out the resignation of Maharashtra Home Minister Anil Deshmukh even as the demand for his removal grew louder.

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ICAI CA Result 2021: Check your CA foundation, final results here, step-by-step guide to download score card

The results for CA Foundation exam 2021 was declared on Sunday (March 21) by the Institute of Chartered Accountancy of India (ICAI).

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COVID-19 lockdown, night curfews, other restrictions in THESE states

Amid the rising COVID-19 cases in the country, several states and Union territories have imposed restrictions to curb the spread of the infection. These restrictions range from stricter implementation of COVID-19 guideline, night curfew and impartial or full lockdown.

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Chittisinghpura massacre: Sikhs in Jammu Kashmir offer `Ardas` for 35 killed 21 years ago

They held the gathering to remember and pay homage to the 35 people who were lined up before a wall and shot dead by masked men- a day before the arrival of the then US president Bill Clinton.

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As COVID-19 makes a come back in India, ‘Janata Curfew’ completes one year

On March 19, 2020, Prime Minister Narendra Modi had urged the people of the nation to observe ‘Janta Curfew’ from 7 am to 9 pm the next day (March 20, 2020) in the view of rising COVID-19 infections in the country.

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Uttarakhand CM Tirath Singh Rawat says `US ruled India for 200 years`, gets heavily trolled

It was the third comment in a week for which Rawat has been trolled.

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`Vande Bharat` mission brings back over 67 lakh Indians, says Civil Aviation Minister Hardeep Singh Puri

The plan had originally envisaged bringing back more than 1,90,000 Indian nationals.

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Delhi records 823 new COVID-19 cases in past 24 hours, highest single-day spike this year

The National Capital recorded more than 800 COVID-19 cases for the second day in a row on Sunday (March 21) as per the Health Department data.

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Some people misleading farmers for ulterior interests, says Yogi Adityanath in Gorakhpur conference

Interacting with farmers at a conference in Gorakhpur, Adityanath asked them to be wary of "vested and selfish elements" who always mislead farmers and use them for their "ulterior interests".

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Six passengers arrested in Chennai for smuggling 5.55 kg gold worth Rs 2.53 crore, foreign currency worth Rs 24 lakh seized

Air Customs officials at Chennai arrested six international passengers for smuggling gold and foreign currency via different means including concealment in wigs, socks, innerwear, rectum.

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Home Minister Amit Shah to address three public rallies in Assam today

His first address will be at the HS School ground in Dhemaji at 12 pm.

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PM Narendra Modi to launch Jal Shakti Abhiyan on the occasion of World Water Day

Prime Minister Narendra Modi, on the occasion of World Water Day, will launch the 'Jal Shakti Abhiyan: Catch the Rain' campaign via video conferencing on Monday (March 22). PM Modi will launch the campaign at 12:30 pm today.

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Ashoka University management regrets resignations of PB Mehta, Arvind Subramanian

The University's Chancellor and Board of Trustees Chairman expressed regret over the departure of Mehta and Subramanian.

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No Holi again, Gujarat government restricts celebrations amid COVID-19 surge

Gujarat government announced that in view of the rising number of coronavirus cases Holi celebrations in the state will be restricted, the announcement was made by Deputy Chief Minister Nitin Patel.

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Mizoram CM holds meeting with Myanmar`s foreign minister over political situation amid coup

The two leaders discussed the current political situation in Myanmar amid a coup in February.

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`Will work under Modiji, Amit Shahji`: Suvendu`s father Sisir Adhikari joins BJP

Sisir Adhikari wields considerable influence in Bengal's Purba Medinipur district. A long-time associate of the TMC had risen through the ranks in the party, but his relationship with the party grew sour of late, especially after his son joined the BJP.

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Even if AIADMK wins one seat, it would be BJP`s victory: M K Stalin in Kancheepuram

Reiterating his allegation of corruption against Chief Minister K Palaniswami, the DMK chief claimed that the AIADMK is a 'branch' of the BJP.

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Madhya Pradesh: Siren will be played for 2 minutes at 11 am across all cities for THIS reason

Informing about the new 'Sankalp Abhiyan', Shivraj Singh Chauhan said that from March 23 at 11 am and 6 pm a siren will be rung in appeal to people to put on their masks and practice social distancing.

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Devendra Fadnavis demands resignation of Home Minister Anil Deshmukh over corruption allegations

Fadnavis also hit out at NCP chief Sharad Pawar who came out in defence of Deshmukh, saying at the veteran leader is "fleeting away from the truth".

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PM Narendra Modi to launch `Catch the Rain` campaign on March 21

The Prime Minister’s Office said in a statement that the campaign will be undertaken across the country in both rural and urban areas

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International Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination 2021: History, significance, all you need to know

The theme for International Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination 2021 is "Youth standing up against racism".

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International Forest Day 2021: History, theme, significance, everything you need to know about

Prakash Javadekar, Minister of Environment, Forest & Climate Change, earlier in the day, launched a new Nagar Van Scheme on the occasion of International Forest Day.

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Allegations against Anil Deshmukh are serious: Sharad Pawar on Param Bir Singh`s letter

NCP Chief Sharad Pawar addressed a press conference on Sunday (March 21) in relation to the allegations against Home Minister Anil Deshmukh. NCP chief pointed out that the letter sent by the ex- Mumbai Police Commissioner Param Bir Singh was not signed by the former.

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NCP Chief Sharad Pawar refutes allegations levelled against Anil Deshmukh over Param Bir Singh`s letter

When Zee News Editor-in-Chief Sudhir Chaudhary interviewed PM Narendra Modi in 2001 - Watch

Prime Minister Narendra Modi was working as a party spokesperson in New Delhi before taking charge as the Chief Minister of Gujarat.

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Kumbh Mela 2021: Important dates, COVID-19 guidelines, registration link - All you need to know

This year, the fair will be organised for a shorter span.

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It is decided that Assam will get `doosri baar, BJP sarkar`, says PM Narendra Modi in Bokakhat

"Under the NDA, Assam is heading to touch new highs," PM Modi expressed.

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Centre issues guidelines to prevent crime against women in trains, railway premises

Twenty-three million passengers travel through the Indian Railways every day out of which 20 per cent i.e. about 4.6 million are women. In the recent past, the incidents of crime against women in trains and railway premises have been a major area of concern.

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West Bengal Assembly elections 2021: Amit Shah to release BJP`s manifesto today

Bharatiya Janata Party’s (BJP) manifesto for the upcoming West Bengal assembly elections will be released on Sunday (March 21). The manifesto will be released by party leader Amit Shah, who will also be addressing a rally in the state today.

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IMD predicts light showers in north India, possible snowfall in Jammu & Kashmir

The India Meteorological Department has said that several parts of north and northwest India might face some scattered light to moderate rainfall from March 21 to 24.

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India records 43,846 new COVID-19 cases, active count crosses 3 lakh

The sudden recent surge in coronavirus cases has taken the country's active count to 3,09,087.

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Bank holidays: Banking services to be affected for 9 days, check details here

The Reserve Bank of india has issued a bank calendar mentioning the dates on which the banks will not function. The bank users need to note that the coming weeks of March and April will observe over 11 days of holidays.

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Assam Assembly polls 2021: Congress` manifesto promises 5 lakh govt jobs, law against CAA

"Though Congress symbol is there in the document, actually it is a people's manifesto. It contains the aspirations of the people of Assam," said Rahul Gandhi.

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West Bengal Assembly elections: PM Narendra Modi to address rally in Bankura today

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday (March 21) will address a public rally in West Bengal's Bankura. The rally is going to be held in Tilabedya Maidan near Bankura University in the poll-bound state.

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Lockdown imposed in Madhya Pradesh’s three cities to curb rising COVID-19 cases

In the view of alarming surge in COVID-19 cases in the state, Madhya Pradesh government has imposed a one-day lockdown in the major cities like Bhopal, Indore and Jabalpur on Sunday.

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Story of the `Mountain Boy`, 7-year-old defeats Mount Kilimanjaro ; Zee exclusive

In a heart touching story a seven-year-old boy from Hyderabad scaled the Mount Kilimanjaro at a height of 5,895 meters. At this tender age Virat Chandra Thelukunta achieved the impossible task of climbing the mountain peak.

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Maharashtra Chief Minister Uddhav Thackeray`s son Aaditya Thackeray tests COVID-19 positive

Maharashtra state Chief Minister Uddhav Thackeray's son, Aaditya Thackeray, has tested positive for COVID-19.

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COVID-19: Tamil Nadu schools to close from THIS date, class 12 boards will be held as planned

"The government of Tamil Nadu hereby order that schools shall be closed for classes 9th, 10th and 11th with effect from March 22 until further orders," state Chief Secretary Rajeev Ranjan said.

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If `chaiwala` won`t understand your problems who will: PM Modi to tea garden workers in Assam at poll rally

Prime Minister Narendra Modi accused the Congress party of supporting people that are out to finish the identity of tea industry in Assam.

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Maharashtra HSC, SSC board exams 2021 will be held offline, says education minister Varsha Gaikwad

Owing to the COVID-19 pandemic, extra time will be given to students appearing for the exams apart from the three hours allotted.

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Defence Minister Rajnath Singh meets US counterpart, discusses measures to expand strategic ties and more

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh held talks with visiting US Defence Secretary Lloyd Austin on Saturday (March 20, 2021) agreeing to pursue enhanced cooperation between the militaries of India, the US Indo-Pacific Command, Central Command and Africa Command.

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UPSC Recruitment 2021: Check vacancies, eligibility and dates here

The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has recently released a notification for the recruitment at the level of Deputy Secretary, Group ‘A’ in various Ministries and departments.

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PM Modi cites WhatsApp outage to attack Mamata, says `Development in West Bengal down for 50 years`

The services of the Facebook-owned platforms were affected across several parts of the world on Friday.

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UN World Happiness Report 2021: Finland tops the list, Check India`s ranking here

The UN's happiness study which ranks the countries on the basis of questions from the Gallup World Poll, revealed that India stands on 139th spot.

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Only a single `Bhaipo` window exists in West Bengal today: PM Narendra Modi slams CM Mamata Banerjee in Kharagpur rally

PM Narendra Modi while addressing a rally in West Bengal’s Kharagpur on Saturday (March 20), attacked CM Mamata Banerjee on her work ethics.

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Indian Army Recruitment 2021: Check vacancies, eligibility criteria and dates here

The Indian Army has recently invited applications from eligible unmarried Male Engineering Graduates for 133rd Technical Graduate Course (TGC-133).

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GATE 2021 results announced, know how, where to check

The candidates can visit the official website- gate.iitb.ac.in and click on the link ‘GATE 2021 result’.

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Dispute over dog ownership resolved with DNA test in Madhya Pradesh

A dog of Labrador breed named Coco went missing and that is when Shadab Khan, a local journalist came forward and claimed him to be his own pet. Shadab was not alone to do so, Krutik Shivhare, a local ABVP leader also claimed the ownership of the dog.

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India`s first sex toy store in Goa shuts down within a month of opening

Country’s first legal sex toy and wellness products shop, Kama Gizmos has been closed by the regional panchayat a month after of its opening.

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GATE 2021 results announced, know how, where to check

The candidates can visit the official website- gate.iitb.ac.in and click on the link ‘GATE 2021 result’.

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India records highest single-day COVID-19 spike in four months, witnesses more than 40,000 new cases

India reported a massive surge of 40,953 COVID-19 infections in the last 24 hours. Country recorded the highest single-day spike in the last four months on Saturday as per the government data.

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GATE 2021 Results are out; only 17.82 % of candidates qualify for exam

Out of the total 7,11,542 candidates who appeared for the GATE 2021 exams, merely 17.82% (1,26,813) have passed the exam.

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Fire breaks out on Delhi-Lucknow Shatabdi Express at Ghaziabad station

Delhi-Lucknow Shatabdi luggage compartment caught fire on Saturday (March 20) morning at Ghaziabad railway station. The authorities are yet to ascertain the cause of the fire.

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Woman thrashes female BMC worker over face mask, viral video leaves Internet in rage

A woman in Mumbai's Kandivali region was seen without a mask. When she was stopped by a Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) civic worker, she became really arrogant and started slapping and causing physical violence to the civic worker. The video of this entire incident is going viral on social media

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After `Jeans` controversy, Uttarakhand CM Tirath Singh Rawat meets BJP chief JP Nadda

Uttarakhand CM Tirath Singh Rawat on Friday (March 19), on the first day of his visit to the national capital, met BJP chief J P Nadda and party general secretary (organisation) B L Santhosh.

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For how many generations reservations will continue, SC remarks during Maratha quota case

A five-judge Constitution bench headed by Justice Ashok Bhushan was vehemently told by senior advocate Mukul Rohatgi, appearing for Maharashtra, that the Mandal judgement on capping the quota needed a re-look in changed circumstances.

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BJP issues whip to Lok Sabha MPs for March 22 for `very important legislative business`

A three-line whip issued by Chief Whip Rakesh Singh requested the support of the Member of Parliaments for the government's "very important legislative business". The legislative business will take place on Monday (March 22).

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West Bengal Assembly polls: PM Narendra Modi to address rally in Kharagpur today

PM Modi is set to address a rally on Saturday (March 20) in West Bengal’s Kharagpur. The prime minister is going to hold the public rally as a part of BJP’s campaign in the poll-bound state.

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COVID-19 pushed 32 million Indians out of the middle class: Report

"India is estimated to have seen a greater decrease in the middle class and a much sharper rise in poverty than China in the COVID-19 downturn," the Pew Research Centre said.

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Telangana government takes loan every year, it will land state into debt, says CLP leader

Telangana Congress Legislative Party (CLP) Leader Batti Vikramarka on Thursday said that the state government is taking around Rs 50,000 crores as loans every year and claimed that Telangana may land into a "debt trap" if this continues.

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ISRO’s Space Tech Incubation Center at NIT Rourkela to promote R&D in 4 states

NIT Rourkela will provide its state-of-the-art laboratories, facilities and expert faculty to meet these objectives. The upcoming centre will promote startups, capacity-building, innovations and research in Space Technology in the States of Odisha, West Bengal, Bihar and Jharkhand, besides the Andaman and Nicobar Islands.

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Puducherry Assembly Polls 2021: BJP to release manifesto on March 24

Among the key candidates, V Saminathan will contest from Lawspet assembly seat, A Namassivayam from Mannadipet, A Johnkumar from Kamarajnagar and PML Kalyanasundaram from Kalapet assembly seat. Polling for 30 assembly seats in Puducherry will be held on April 6.

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What will be Sidhu`s role in Punjab cabinet under the leadership of Capt Amrinder Singh

Cricketer turned politician Navjot Singh Sidhu’s recent meeting with Punjab Chief Minister Captain Amarinder Singh at his farmhouse portends at the former getting ‘adjusted’ in the ministry or given a significant and authoritative post ahead of 2022 battle.

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Couple ties knot at the farmer protest site to support farmer`s agitation in Rewa

A couple tied the knot at an agitation site in Rewa, Madhya Pradesh on Thursday (March 18) as a way of extending their support to farmers protest against the Centre’s farm laws.

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BMC makes negative COVID-19 test mandatory to enter shopping malls in Mumbai from THIS date

Amid the spike in COVID infections, BMC has made RT-PCR COVID-19 test report mandatory for people entering the shopping malls in Mumbai.

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Nordic Outreach: Denmark`s PM to arrive in New Delhi, first head of government to visit India amid COVID crisis

Last year saw a virtual summit between Denmark's PM and Indian PM Modi, the first such summit of the latter with a Nordic country. India and Denmark have a unique "Green Strategic Partnership" that will see both sides focusing on "green and climate-friendly technologies", said a joint statement released after the September virtual summit.

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What will be Sidhu`s role in Punjab cabinet under the leadership of Capt Amrinder Singh

No short dresses please! Gujarat’s Shamlaji temple bars devotees wearing Bermudas, makes face masks mandatory

The famous Shamlaji temple, located in Gujarat’s Aravelli, has barred devotees wearing short dresses from entering the temple premises.

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Indian Army Recruitment 2021: Apply for these vacant posts at joinindianarmy.nic.in, check last date

Interested candidates can submit their applications for the said posts after going through the official notification till March 26.

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UP Gram Panchayat elections: Find out who will benefit from new reservation list

Following the state cabinet’s meeting, chaired by CM Yogi Adityanath, which approved amendments to the old reservation policy of the panchayat elections, the new reservation list will witness a big reshuffle in reservation allocation.

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SFJ hires democratic govt affairs firm to lobby with Biden administration on Khalistan

Sikhs For Justice was founded and is primarily headed by lawyer Gurpatwant Singh Pannun. The Indian government banned the group in 2019 and designated Pannun a terrorist last year for promoting secessionism in his bid to create an independent Khalistan.

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US Defence Secretary Lloyd Austin to arrive in India on 3-day visit today

US Defence Secretary Lloyd J Austin III is scheduled to arrive in New Delhi on Friday (March 19) on a three-day visit to India. Austin is set to meet Defence Minister Rajnath Singh during the visit.

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Breaking: India reports 39,726 new COVID-19 cases, biggest single-day spike in three months

India reported a massive surge of nearly 40,000 COVID-19 infections in the last 24 hours. Country recorded the highest single-day spike since November 29 on Friday (March 19) as per the government data.

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Ram Mandir will import stones from `Ashok Vatika` where Goddess Sita was held captive

Sita Eliya has a temple dedicated to Goddess Sita and is said to mark the place where she was held captive by the demon King Ravana and where she regularly prayed to Lord Rama for her rescue.

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West Bengal Assembly polls: TMC leader Mamata Banerjee to address rally in Nandigram today

West Bengal Chief Minister and TMC leader Mamata Banerjee will address a rally in Nandigram on Friday (March 19). The West Bengal CM is scheduled to rally in the poll-bound state for two consecutive days (March 19-20).

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PM Narendra Modi moved nation to women-led development, says UN Representative TS Tirumurti

TS Tirumurti, Permanent Representative of India to United Nations was speaking at an event organised by the Permanent Mission of India and the All India Women's Education Fund Association (AIWEFA) on the sidelines of the 65th session of the UN Commission on Status of Women.

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Kerala Assembly polls: Congress fields C Raghunath against Pinarayi Vijayan in Dharmadam

C Raghunath filed his nomination as Congress candidate to contest in Dharmadam against CPI (M) strongman and Kerala Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan in Kerala Assembly elections 2021.

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Time for India, Pakistan to bury the past and move forward, says Army chief Gen Qamar Javed Bajwa

Pakistan Army chief General Qamar Javed Bajwa said on Thursday that it was time for India and Pakistan to "bury the past and move forward" as peace between the two neighbours would help to "unlock" the potential of South and Central Asia.

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India at UNGA stresses need for creating resilient systems for sustainable use of water

Speaking at a United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) high-level meeting, Union Jal Shakti Minister Gajendra Singh Shekhawat said: "There is no doubt that in our journey to achieve the 2030 agenda, water supply and sanitation have to be the centre of our global efforts.

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Punjab government imposes night curfew in Amritsar amid rising COVID-19 cases

In the view of rising COVID-19 infections in the city, Amritsar authorities on Thursday (March 18) have imposed a night curfew as a precautionary measure against the spread of the virus. The orders came on the same day when the city reported 230 fresh cases of COVID-19.

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LIC employees protest against FDI limit hike in insurance sector

The All India Insurance Employee's Association (AIIEA) has called the strike along with other trade unions from the industry. They said the protest is against the government's policy as it is not in the interest of the insurance industry not just that but the nation's economy and its people.

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BKU leader Rakesh Tikait demands COVID-19 vaccination for protesting farmers

Bharatiya Kisan Union (BKU) leader Rakesh Tikait said, "We demand that those who are protesting here should be given the COVID19 vaccine. I will also take the vaccine shot."

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Maharashtra accounts for 63 per cent of daily COVID-19 cases

According to the Health Ministry, Maharashtra, Punjab, Karnataka, Gujarat and Tamil Nadu continue to report a surge in the COVID-19 daily new cases. 79.54 per cent of the new cases are from these five states.

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SC quashes MP HC`s `rakhi for bail` order, directs training modules for sensitisation of judges

The Madhya Pradesh High Court order came in July last year, setting 'Rakhi for bail' as a condition to grant bail.

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Insurance Amendment Bill 2021: Rajya Sabha adjourned as Opposition creates ruckus

Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman moved a bill in the Upper House to consider for further amendment of the Insurance Act 1938.

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Ajmer father files complaint against Cadbury ad for propagating wrong message in society

In an exceptional case a father has filed a petition with the Consumer Disputes Commission, Ajmer over Cadbury Mondelez India Foods Private Limited’s advertisement.

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India will do away with toll booths within one-year: Nitin Gadkari

Union Road Transport and Highways Minister Nitin Gadkari said 93 per cent of the vehicles pay toll using FASTag, but the remaining 7 per cent have still not taken it despite paying a double toll.

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Night curfew timings extended in THESE 9 districts in Punjab to curb rise of COVID-19 cases

As active COVID-19 cases in the state surge, with daily positivity rate climbing to over five percent, Punjab Chief Minister Amarinder Singh on Thursday (March 18) extended the night curfew in nine worst hit districts by two hours daily.

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India will do away with GPS-based toll collection within one-year: Nitin Gadkari

Noida metro to play songs for riders, earn money too, here’s how

Noida Metro Rail Corporation Limited is soon going to surprise its customers with new entertainment techniques. Now the travellers travelling from Delhi-NCR from Noida are going to get a new way of enjoying their ride.

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ICSE result verification window closes today, apply online at icsi.edu

Applicants should visit the official website of ICSI - icsi.edu, to access the objection window.

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Former Jammu and Kashmir Deputy CM Muzaffar Hussain Baig joins Peoples Conference

Expressing his pleasure to be a part of the party from where he started his political career, Muzaffar Baig said that it gives him immense pleasure to be a part of the party which he joined as a youth and was groomed by Late Abdul Gani Lone sahib.

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BJP will build `Sonar Bangla` to achieve dreams of Gurudev and Netaji: PM Narendra Modi

Prime Minister Narendra Modi addressed a public rally in West Bengal’s Purulia on Thursday (March 18) as a part of BJP’s campaign in the poll-bound state.

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Odisha truck driver fined Rs 1,000 for not wearing a helmet!

Truck driver, Pramod Kumar Swain is from Ganjam visited the Regional Transport Office (RTO) in order to renew his driving permit. When he asked about the driving permit renewal, Swain got to know that he has been issued a challan for "driving without a helmet".

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KTET December 2020: Kerala Pareekshabhavan declares result, check details ktet.kerala.gov.in

Candidate can now check their results from the official website, ktet.kerala.gov.in.

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Indian-American healthcare workers hold demonstration outside US Capitol over Green Card backlog

A group of Indian-American frontline healthcare workers languishing in the Green Card backlog held a demonstration in front of the US Capitol urging lawmakers and the Biden administration to end the per capita country-specific quota.

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TRS leaders lead in both graduates’ seats in Telangana MLC poll

The ruling TRS candidate and Former Prime Minister P V Narasimha Rao's daughter S Vani Devi was ahead of her nearest BJP rival N Ramachander Rao after the completion of first round as the counting of votes in election to Telangana Legislative Council.

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IIT Bombay GATE 2021: Results to be announced soon, answer key released

GATE 2021 is a national, qualifying examination for those seeking admission to Masters and PhD programmes in science and technology and placements in the Public sector.

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Schools closed in THESE states amid rising COVID-19 cases, Punjab postpones board examinations

Amid rapidly rising COVID-19 cases in the country, the school authorities in some states have started closing down physical classes again.

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Bombs hurled near BJP MP Arjun Singh`s residence in West Bengal, party to approach Election Commission

Taking to Twitter, BJP MP Arjun Singh said, "This evening, more than dozens of bombs were hurled at nearby my office-cum-residence `Mazdoor Bhawan`. This attack was done by Trinamool Congress goons. The local residents are in fear. The administration should ensure the safety of the citizens."

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Ten inmates test positive for COVID-19 at Kanpur jail in Uttar Pradesh

The Kanpur jail authorities on Thursday (March 18) revealed that at least 10 prisoners have tested positive for COVID-19 in the jail.

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After Ghaziabad, section 144 imposed in Gautam Buddha Nagar amid surge in COVID-19 cases

Gautam Buddh Nagar authorities on Thursday (March 18) imposed COVID-19 restrictions, under Section 144 of CrPC, between March 17- April 30 as a precautionary measure against the rising cases in view of upcoming festivals.

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Call centre fraud: Indian national from Gurgaon sentenced to 3-year in US federal prison

Sahil Narang, 29, who was in the United States illegally at the time of his arrest in May 2019, is described in court documents as a key participant in a sophisticated so-called Tech Fraud and Refund Fraud online telemarketing schemes that targeted technologically unsophisticated computer users, usually senior citizens.

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PM Narendra Modi to address rallies in West Bengal, Assam today

Prime Minister Narendra Modi will address public rallies in West Bengal’s Bhangra (Purulia) and Assam’s Karimganj on Thursday (March 18). The prime minister is going to hold the public rallies as a part of BJP’s campaign in the two poll-bound states.

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Climate vision discussion with friend PM Narendra Modi agenda for India visit: Boris Johnson

UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson on Wednesday said that the shared vision with India for a sustainable future will be among the agenda for talks with 'friend' Prime Minister Narendra Modi during the former's scheduled visit to India at the end of April.

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India, Bangladesh discuss flood management, early implementation of Teesta water pact

The Indian delegation was led by Pankaj Kumar, Secretary, Water Resources, while the Bangladesh side was led by senior Secretary Kabir Bin Anwar.

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Chhota Rajan, 6 aides sentenced to 10 years imprisonment in Ajay Gosalia firing case

The special MCOCA court on Tuesday (March 16) convicted and sentenced extradited gangster Rajendra Nikalje alias Chhota Rajan and six others to 10 years rigorous imprisonment in relation to firing at Ajay Gosalia.

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Body of sadhu brutally murdered using axe found in Uttar Pradesh`s Agra

The incident, which occurred in the New Agra area, has created an atmosphere of panic among the locals. The villagers discovered the blood-stained body lying in the Hanuman temple premises, built in the jungle along the Yamuna river.

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Too serious a matter: SC seeks replies from Centre, states on cancellation of 3 crore ration cards

The Supreme Court on Wednesday termed the cancellation of around three crore ration cards by the Centre due to non-linking with Aadhaar card as "too serious", and sought response from the Central government and all states on the issue.

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PM Narendra Modi holds meeting with chief ministers, tells them to immediately stop emerging second peak of COVID-19

The Prime Minister also called for ramping up testing in smaller towns and cautioned against the spread of the virus in the villages.

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Stranded in India due to COVID-19 lockdown, 133 Pakistani nationals return home via Wagah border

Several Pakistani women and children, who were among those who were allowed to go back home, were elated and thanked the Government of India for reuniting them with their family back home.

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BJP MLA Alka Rai writes to Priyanka Gandhi Vadra, alleges threat to life from Mukhtar Ansari

Ansari was the prime accused in the murder of BJP leader Krishnanand Rai, husband of Alka Rai.

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Delhi woman dies after son slaps mother over property dispute, incident caught on camera

The incident was caught in a CCTV camera wherein a man is seen slapping an elderly woman due to which she collapsed.

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Allahabad University VC writes letter to Prayagraj DM, seeks ban on loudspeaker for morning `Azaan`

Reactions from various quarters poured in after Professor Sangita Srivastava wrote a letter to Prayagraj DM Bhanu Chandra Goswami saying the morning 'azaan' disturbs her sleep.

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Woman gives birth to baby girl onboard IndiGo Bengaluru-Jaipur flight

IndiGo said, "Baby born on board IndiGo 6E 469 a baby girl was born mid-air onboard flight 6E 469 from Bangalore to Jaipur. The baby was delivered with the help of the IndiGo crew, effectively assisted by Dr Subahana Nazir, travelling with us on the same flight."

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SBI PO Recruitment 2021: Final results declared on sbi.co.in, list of selected candidates here

Candidates who had cleared the written test and appeared for the interview round can check the results on the official website of the bank on sbi.co.in.

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`A hero for all Indians`: PM Narendra Modi pays homage to Sheikh Mujibur Rahman on his birth anniversary

Prime Minister Narendra Modi paid homage to Bangladesh founder 'Bangabandhu' Sheikh Mujibur Rahman on his birth anniversary on Wednesday and said “he is a hero for all Indians.” Sheikh Mujibur Rahman, the founding father of Bangladesh, was born on March 17, 1920.

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Stray dog carries body of newborn baby on govt hospital campus in Odisha, police start investigation

The unfortunate incident happened in the Bhadrak district headquarter government hospital on Monday (March 15). According to the reports, a stray dog was spotted carrying the body of a newborn baby in its mouth and running inside the campus of the government hospital.

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Reliance Industries Limited refutes claims of Nita Ambani joining BHU as faculty

The company's statement came a day after several university students protested against the so-called "appointment" outside the Vice Chancellor's residence.

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BPSC LDC Recruitment 2021: 12th Pass Candidates can apply for the post of Lower Division Clerk

Interested and eligible candidates can apply by visiting the official website of the Commission onlinebpsc.bihar.gov.in.

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CM Mamata Banerjee to release TMC manifesto for West Bengal Assembly polls

All India Trinamool Congress will release its manifesto on Wednesday (March 17) for the upcoming Assembly election in West Bengal. Earlier, the TMC had announced to release its manifesto on March 9, but it was postponed till March 11 in the wake of the Kolkata fire incident which claimed nine lives.

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BJP MP from Himachal`s Mandi Ram Swaroop Sharma dead, Delhi Police calls it `suicide case`

BJP MP Ram Swaroop Sharma died in Delhi on Wednesday (March 17). He was 62.

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India needs Third Front: NCP supremo Sharad Pawar, says talks with CPI-M on

"The country needs a Third Front and talks are on with different political parties over its formation. Even CPI-M leader Sitaram Yechury has stated that there is a need for a third front, which is yet to take shape," the NCP founder said.

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Delhi Police Recruitment: SSC declares results of screening test for Constable posts on ssc.nic.in

The SSC recruitment exam was conducted to fill vacancies for the post of Constable Executive (Male and Female) for Delhi Police Shanti Sewa Nyaya.

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22 of world`s 30 most polluted cities are in India, Delhi `most polluted capital city’ globally

Besides Delhi, the 21 other Indian cities among the 30 most polluted cities in the world are Ghaziabad, Bulandshahar, Bisrakh Jalalpur, Noida, Greater Noida, Kanpur, Lucknow, Meerut, Agra and Muzaffarnagar in Uttar Pradesh, Bhiwari in Rajasthan, Faridabad, Jind, Hisar, Fatehabad, Bandhwari, Gurugram, Yamuna Nagar, Rohtak and Dharuhera in Haryana, and Muzaffarpur in Bihar.

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`BJP MPs tell me they can`t have an open discussion`, claims Rahul Gandhi

Congress leader Rahul Gandhi was in a conversation with Professor Ashutosh Varshney of Brown University, USA. Rahul Gandhi claimed that "BJP MPs in the parliament tell me that they can not have an open discussion. They say they are told what to say."

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PM Narendra Modi to meet all CMs today as COVID-19 cases surge

During the meeting, the PM will also deliberate on the ongoing mass vaccination drive across the country. According to reports, the virtual meeting will be held around 12.30 PM on March 17. The meeting has been called in the wake of a massive surge in coronavirus cases in several states where night curfew has been implemented and several restrictions have been announced.

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Only 45 days are left for TMC, says UP CM Yogi Adityanath ahead of West Bengal Assembly elections 2021

West Bengal will witness eight-phased Assembly polls that are scheduled to begin from March 27 and the votes will be counted on May 2.

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Mamata Banerjee`s attack allegations reveal desperation: Union Minister Rajnath Singh

Singh said that the TMC supremo in her desperation to win the polls hatched out a conspiracy theory and blamed BJP for her leg injury.

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BJP conspiring to kill me, destroy TMC: West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee

West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee alleged that BJP is “conspiring to kill” her.

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UP policemen throw prisoner party with liquor, chicken, video goes viral

A video of the prisoner having a feast on chicken and liquor has gone viral on social media. He was reportedly returning after a court hearing on March 10.

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Maharashtra SSC, HSC Board Exam 2021: Question banks released, check how to download

Candidates can download the same from Maharashtra Academic Authority or MAA website maa.ac.in.

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Fine of Rs 11000 slapped on `Bullet Girls`, stunt video went viral on social media

The police administration in Ghaziabad has taken tough action against two young girls whose video of doing stunts on a Bullet motorcycle went viral.

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West Bengal Assembly polls 2021: Swapan Dasgupta tenders resignation from Rajya Sabha after getting BJP ticket

Rajya Sabha MP Swapan Dasgupta faced disqualification from Rajya Sabha today as he was fielded by the BJP in Bengal Election 2021. Demanding his disqualification, TMC leader Mahua Moitra stated that Dasgupta is liable for disqualification from Parliament under the Tenth Schedule of the Constitution of India.

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India Post Recruitment 2021: Vacancy announced for various posts, check details, apply at appost.in

The last date for submission of the application forms is April 7

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India records 24,492 new COVID-19 cases, total vaccinations cross 3 crore

India also recorded the highest vaccinations in a day with over 3 million vaccine doses administered.

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Tamil Nadu Assembly Elections 2021: MK Stalin promises to resolve over 17 lakh petitions within 100 days if DMK voted to power

Stalin expressed confidence that the DMK will win the upcoming assembly elections in Tamil Nadu and said that we will surely come to power on May 2 and will solve all petitions received within 100 days.

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BSP to contest Assembly Polls in 3 states, UT independently, says Mayawati

Mayawati asserted that the BSP would perform well in West Bengal, Tamil Nadu and Kerala. However, she did not clear the party's stand regarding the assembly polls in Assam.

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Tamil Nadu Assembly Elections: No resentment among disciplined BJP cadres over candidate selection, says Murugan

"There is no resentment among the cadres as they are disciplined. Sometimes, the candidate is selected considering the background, strength and political work," Murugan said.

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Padma Shree awardee Chemancheri Kunhiraman Nair dies at 105

Padma Shree awardee, Chemancheri died at his residence at Cheliya in Koyilandi, his family said.

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Tamil Nadu Assembly polls: Candidate carries watermelon to file nomination

The assembly elections in Tamil Nadu will be held in a single phase on April 6 and the counting of votes will be done on May 2.

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Tamil Nadu Assembly Elections 2021: Murugan lashed out at DMK over its promise of abolishing NEET, says they always lie

As part of its manifesto for the Tamil Nadu elections, the DMK has said that it will bring a law to abolish the NEET if it is voted to power.

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Noida techie car theft case: Chowki chief among 4 cops shunted

Noida police shunted out four police personnel, including a post-in-charge, for negligence in responding to the theft of an engineer's car by unidentified miscreants in Greater Noida.

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`Not a playground`, MLA Vimal Chudasama evicted from Gujarat assembly for wearing T-shirt!

Speaker Trivedi had earlier asked first-time MLA Chudasama not to come to the House wearing a T-shirt and urged him to take care next time. The Speaker was of the opinion that MLAs should either wear a shirt or kurta, to maintain their dignity and decorum of the House.

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Kerala High Court allows transwoman to join NCC, suggests changes in enrollment criteria

The court said in view of the specific provisions of the 2019 Act, a transgender person has the right to be recognised not only as a transgender, but also a right to self-perceived gender identity.

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PM Narendra Modi to meet all CMs on Wednesday amid spike in COVID-19 cases

The PM had announced that the Centre will bear the expenses of vaccinating nearly three crore healthcare and frontline workers in the first round and suggested that public representatives, a reference to politicians, should not be part of this initial exercise.

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Job losses due to COVID-19? EPFO closed 71.01 lakh EPF accounts in April-December 2020

According to the reply, the number of EPF accounts closed in April-December 2019 was 66,66,563. The EPF account is closed for many reasons including superannuation, job loss or changing jobs.

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UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson to visit India at the end of April to create democratic counterweight to China

Since completing its exit from the European Union at the end of last year after an acrimonious divorce, Boris Johnson`s government has vowed the "Integrated Review" will show Britain still had clout on the world stage and define a new era for the country.

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Rajasthan jail inmates run six petrol pumps, earn Rs 249 per day

Jaipur jail department will open petrol pumps at 12 locations in the next phase.

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PM Narendra Modi to hold virtual summit with Finland counterpart Sanna Marin

The PMO release said both countries have very close cooperation in the areas of trade and investment, education, innovation, science and technology as well as Research and Development.

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Indian Railways extends computerisation of THIS service to 523 locations

Earlier the facility was limited to 84 locations. This has been increased to 143 locations in phase-II and 523 locations in phase-III.

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Bengal was once India`s leader but now entangled in `goondaraj`: HM Amit Shah at Jhargram

Union Home Minister Amit Shah also said, "When BJP comes to power, we will build the Pandit Raghunath Murmu Tribal University, in Jhargram for improving opportunities for tribal students."

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Indira Sawhney case: Mandal verdict needs to be revisited, says Supreme Court

The Supreme Court bench, also comprising justices L Nageswara Rao, S Abdul Nazeer, Hemant Gupta and S Ravindra Bhat said: "On the request of counsel for different states, we allow one week time to file their brief note of written submissions." At the outset, senior advocate Jaideep Gupta for Kerala sought adjournment on the ground that assembly elections were on in the state.

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JNU sedition case: Delhi Court grants bail to 7 accused

Delhi's Patiala House Court on Monday (March 15) granted bail to seven accused in the 2016 Jawaharlal Nehru University (JNU) sedition case.

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Sadhguru urges Tamil Nadu citizens to call out government on mismanagement, neglect of ancient vibrant temples

Sadhguru Jaggi Vasudev who is the founder Isha Foundation has urged Tamil Nadu citizens to speak up about the state’s negligence towards the ancient vibrant temples.

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Statue of Unity crosses 50 lakh visitors-mark, says Gujarat Additional Chief Secretary Rajiv Gupta

The statue has emerged as an international tourist destination, offering multiple attractions for all age groups, Gujarat's Additional Chief Secretary (Forest and Environment) Rajiv Gupta said in a tweet.

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Kerala Assembly elections: CM Pinarayi Vijayan files nomination papers, `Metro Man` Sreedharan launches poll campaign for BJP

Kerala Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan, who is contesting the April 6 Assembly polls in the state from Dharmadam constituency here, filed his nomination papers on Monday (March 15) morning.

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NIA conducts raids in Delhi, Kerala, Karnataka over ISIS terror probe

In a major action against the Islamic State (IS) modules, the National Investigation Agency (NIA) on Monday (March 15) carried out searches at seven locations across the country, including one in Delhi.

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One terrorist killed by security forces, encounter underway in Jammu and Kashmir’s Shopian

An encounter has restarted in the Rawalpora area of Jammu and Kashmir’s Shopian district on Monday (March 15). The encounter had broken out on March 13 and one terrorist was gunned down during the operation.

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Home Minister Amit Shah to kick-start BJP’s yatra from West Bengal’s Jhargram today

Union Home Minister Amit Shah is all set to launch the Bhagwan Birsa Munda Sido-Kanhu Samman Yatra as a part of BJP campaign in West Bengal on Monday (March 15).

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Former BJP leader Yashwant Sinha appointed as vice-president of TMC days after joining

Former Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leader and veteran politician Yashwant Sinha, who recently joined the Trinamool Congress ahead of assembly elections, has been appointed the Vice President of the Mamata Banerjee-led party on Monday (March 15).

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