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  Women can work in bars as Bengal Assembly passes Finance Bill | Know key amendments to Excise Act

  March 21, 2025 14:33 IST

  West Bengal Finance Bill 2025 introduces a charging provision in the Act for levying penalties on excess wastage of spirit in distilleries and warehouses, describing it as a necessary regulatory measure.

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  Rising suicides to lucrative offers: How Rajasthan govt's new bill will regulate coaching centres

  March 20, 2025 13:30 IST

  Rajasthan coaching centres: Following the central government's guidelines to all states and Union Territories in January 2024, the Rajasthan government decided to bring the bill.

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  Sunita Williams returns: What did NASA astronaut do during her 9-month stay in space? Explained

  March 19, 2025 7:17 IST

  Sunita Williams returns: During the mission, Williams travelled 121,347,491 miles, spent 286 days in space, and completed 4,576 orbits around Earth. Throughout the mission, Crew-9 contributed to scientific research, maintenance activities, and technology demonstrations.

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  Why are Indian H-1B and F-1 Visa holders being advised against international travel? Explained

  March 18, 2025 23:24 IST

  Indian H-1B and F-1 visa holders in the US are being advised to avoid non-essential international travel due to delays and uncertainty in visa stamp appointments at US embassies and consulates.

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  Curfew imposed, several injured: How Aurangzeb tomb row led to violent clashes in Nagpur | Explained

  March 18, 2025 11:28 IST

  Nagpur violence: Curfew has been imposed in areas under the jurisdiction of Kotwali, Ganeshpeth, Tehsil, Lakadganj, Pachpaoli, Shanti Nagar, Sakkardara, Nandanvan, Imambada, Yashodhara Nagar and Kapil Nagar police stations, police said on Tuesday.

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  What are fresh challenges for new Canadian PM Mark Carney amid tariff threat from Trump?

  March 13, 2025 13:37 IST

  Mark Carney is facing a major challenge amid tariff threat from Trump. In this regard, he said that his government will keep tariffs in place until Americans show respect and commit to free trade after US President Donald Trump threatened historic financial devastation for Canada.

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  Philippine ex-President arrested: What is International Criminal Court and how does it work?

  March 13, 2025 13:35 IST

  The International Criminal Court (ICC) is the world's first permanent international tribunal established to investigate and prosecute individuals for the gravest offences of international concern.

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  Train stopped, railway track bombed: How Pakistan's Jaffar Express was hijacked by Baloch militants

  March 12, 2025 11:48 IST

  The Jaffar Express was stopped by armed militants at around 1:00 pm in the rural Sibi district, near a station where it was scheduled to stop. After the train came to a halt, around six armed men opened fire and at least six military personnel were killed in the attack.

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  How Railways (Amendment) Bill 2024 could transform Indian Railways | All you need to know

  March 11, 2025 13:44 IST

  Railways (Amendment) Bill 2024: The Railways (Amendment) Bill 2024 was passed in the Upper House with a voice vote. The legislation was cleared by the Lok Sabha in December last year.

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  Why is Mauritius called as Mini India and what’s its connection with India? Explained

  March 11, 2025 11:44 IST

  PM Modi visited Mauritius in 1998 to address the International Ramayana Conference in Moka. As the BJP's National General Secretary at that time, he spoke about Lord Ram's universal values and the Ramayana's role in uniting India and Mauritius.

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  Mark Carney set to replace Justin Trudeau, here's how Canada's new PM was picked | EXPLAINED

  March 10, 2025 12:30 IST

  Born on March 16, 1965, Carney has long been regarded as one of Canada's most accomplished public servants. His steady hand at the helm of the Bank of Canada from 2008 to 2013 was instrumental in guiding the country through the global financial crisis.

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  Lalit Modi surrenders Indian passport: Why the fugitive has acquired citizenship of Vanuatu?

  March 08, 2025 17:37 IST

  Lalit Modi fled from India in 2010 while he was under investigation. He has lived in the United Kingdom since then, however, the MEA has confirmed that the fugitive has now acquired the citizenship of Vanuatu.

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  Why is Delhi-NCR experiencing unusual windy and cold weather in March? Explained

  March 07, 2025 13:45 IST

  March is typically the month when winter starts fading away and spring takes over, bringing warmer days and pleasant evenings. However, this year, Delhi-NCR and several parts of North India continue to experience cold weather, strong winds, and even unseasonal rain.

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  What are main issues around delimitation and why is Tamil Nadu protesting against it? Explained

  March 06, 2025 18:32 IST

  In the recent weeks, there has been a renewed debate about delimitation after the Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu raised the issue. The delimitation of constituencies for the Lok Sabha and State Assemblies will be carried out on the basis of the first Census after 2026.

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  Indian exports likely to get a boost as US tightens screws on China, Canada with fresh tariffs

  March 05, 2025 13:24 IST

  As Trump has decided to enforce fresh tariffs on imports from Mexico and Canada as well as impose fresh duties on Chinese products, Indian exporters get a lucrative prospect to ponder upon.

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  Can Europe stand alone against Russia? A comparative analysis of economy, military and nuclear power

  March 03, 2025 14:28 IST

  Europe, despite its economic and military strength, cannot stand alone against Russia due to its reliance on NATO and the US. Strengthening defence spending and unity is crucial for future autonomy.

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  Ukraine-Russia war completes its third year: Major incidents with timeline

  February 28, 2025 14:17 IST

  The Russia-Ukraine conflict has completed three years in February 2025. With Donald Trump in power in the US, the cessation of hostilities is very likely. Let's have a look at the major events with the timeline of the Russia-Ukraine war.

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  What's NEP’s 3-language policy that MK Stalin says may trigger another 'language war' in Tamil Nadu?

  February 27, 2025 14:02 IST

  The language row involving the BJP-led Centre and the ruling DMK in Tamil Nadu intensified with Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan asking the southern state to rise above politics, while the regional party hit back saying it won't budge from its 2-language policy.

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  What is Lok Sabha delimitation issue and why Tamil Nadu CM Stalin threatens of another language war

  February 26, 2025 13:28 IST

  Lok Sabha delimitation 2026, which refers to the upcoming process of redrawing the boundaries of Lok Sabha constituencies, is set to trigger political outrage in southern states as they may see a deduction in the number of Lok Sabha MPs.

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  Karnataka-Maharashtra border dispute: Why assault on bus driver, conductor sparked latest feud?

  February 24, 2025 13:27 IST

  The dispute, which has been simmering for over past seven decades, has flared up again after a KSRTC bus conductor was assaulted by a group of individuals for not speaking Marathi. The incident sparked a violent response.

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  Russia, US mending ties likely to yield good results for India: Five things that can go in favour

  February 19, 2025 17:33 IST

  Previously, Russia-China ties prospered with unprecedented speed while Biden was in power, given his discontinuation of 'pivot to Asia Pacific' started by Donald Trump.

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  KIIT University row: Outrage over Nepali student death; what rights foreigner students get in India

  February 18, 2025 14:51 IST

  A 20-year-old Nepali student at a KIIT died by suicide in her hostel, triggering an outrage led by students from the neighbouring country. Later, the management, evicted the protesting students, fueling the stir further.

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  Chief Election Commissioner appointment | What is selection process and row over new law?

  February 17, 2025 12:40 IST

  The Chief Election Commissioner Rajiv Kumar is set to retire on February 18. The Selection Committee, as per the new act, is conducting a process to make a fresh appointment. However, the legal validity of the act has been challenged in the court and the case is listed on February 19.

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  Trade, tariffs, immigration: How PM Modi-Trump meeting crucial for India’s bilateral relationship

  February 13, 2025 8:03 IST

  This time the official visit of PM Modi to the US makes it crucial as he is the fourth foreign leader to be hosted by the White House since President Trump took office on January 20. This is the earliest visit by an Indian Prime Minister in the presidency of any US President in the near past.

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  India-France ties: How PM Modi’s visit will boost relationship through mutual trust, collaboration

  February 11, 2025 11:57 IST

  The PM, in his visit to France, will also review the progress made on the 2047 Horizon Roadmap for the India-France strategic partnership along with French President Emmanuel Macron. Earlier in 2023, both India and France adopted a roadmap with Macron, named ‘Horizon 2047’.

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  Who will replace Biren Singh as next Manipur Chief Minister? Take a look at 5 probable names

  February 10, 2025 15:44 IST

  Who will be the next Manipur CM: Thongam Biswajit Singh, Yumnam Khemchand Singh, Thokchom Satyabrata Singh, Thounaojam Basanta Kumar Singh and Govindas Konthoujam are the names that are doing the rounds for the chief minister's post in Manipur.

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  What led to Biren Singh's resignation as Manipur CM after 20 months of ethnic violence? Explained

  February 10, 2025 12:09 IST

  N Biren Singh has been requested to continue in office until "alternative arrangements" are made. His resignation came hours after Singh returned from Delhi after meeting Union Home Minister Amit Shah.

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  Delhi Election Results: BJP heads for landslide victory | What went in favour of saffron party?

  February 08, 2025 12:24 IST

  Delhi Election Results: As per the Election Commission of India, the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) was leading on 41 seats, while AAP in 29 constituencies in the early trends of vote counting. Congress seems to fail to open its account again.