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  Banking Law (Amendment) Bill 2024: What impact will it have on nominations in your bank account?

  December 02, 2024 18:56 IST

  The Banking Law (Amendment) Bill 2024 aims to streamline banking operations and align them with contemporary financial practices, reflecting the government’s commitment to improve bank governance and enhance investors' protection.

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  Farmers' protest: Why are farmers marching to Delhi and what are their key demands? | Explained

  December 02, 2024 12:28 IST

  Farmers protest in Delhi: These protesting farmers are seeking a 10 per cent allocation of plots and a 64.7 per cent hike in compensation under the previous land acquisition law, equivalent to four times the market rate.

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  PAN 2.0: What's there in the Cabinet decision for existing holders?

  November 30, 2024 14:32 IST

  To modernise India’s tax administration, the Union Cabinet has approved PAN 2.0, the upgrade of PAN services. The new upgrade will feature streamlining of registration and verification processes using cutting-edge technology.

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  Chinmoy Das row: From Bangladesh court rejecting plea to ban ISKCON to Hasina's appeal | Explained

  November 29, 2024 14:53 IST

  Chinmoy Das row: The decision came a day after Attorney-General Mohammad Asaduzzaman urged the court not to take any decisions on the ISKCON issue as the government has started taking the required action.

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  Bangladesh: Why did arrest of Hindu leader Chinmoy Das spark global outcry? Controversy EXPLAINED

  November 28, 2024 10:38 IST

  The protest against the arrest of ISKCON priest Chinmoy Krishna Das in Bangladesh has gained momentum across the country and abroad, wherein several global leaders, and eminent personalities raised grave conditions of Hindus after PM Sheikh Hasina's ouster.

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  Cyclone Fengal: Which country named it and what is the process for naming cyclones? Explained

  November 27, 2024 11:18 IST

  Cyclone Fengal: Chennai city and its suburbs have been experiencing widespread rainfall since Tuesday morning. The IMD has predicted light to moderate rains for the region, with rains being heavy sometimes until Thursday (November 28).

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  Ladki Bahin Yojana, Maiya Samman Yojana: How women welfare schemes favoured BJP, JMM in assembly pol

  November 23, 2024 14:35 IST

  Assembly Election Results 2024: Political analysts belive that various women welfare schemes such as Ladki Bahin Yojana, Maiyan Samman Yojna and Mahila Samman Pension Yojana were a game changer in Maharashtra and Jharkhand.

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  Jharkhand Assembly Election Results: Five reasons why BJP lost tribal state again

  November 23, 2024 13:32 IST

  Jharkhand Assembly Election Results: BJP fought the Jharkhand election in its trade-mark aggressive style by raising issues such as 'corruption' and 'Bangladeshi infiltration', but it seems they did not go well among voters, prompting the INDIA bloc to retain power in the state.

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  Mahayuti defies anti-incumbency to register landslide victory in Maharashtra -What made it possible?

  November 23, 2024 12:57 IST

  How did Mahayuti turn the tables to register its landslide victory? According to poll pundits, there are various factors which may have worked in favour of the ruling alliance. From Ladki Bahin yojana, to paying attention to vidharba reason to slogans like kategenge to batenge has reaped fruits

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  What are US federal charges against Gautam Adani? What's next for business tycoon? EXPLAINED

  November 22, 2024 15:40 IST

  The alleged hundreds of millions of dollars in bribes promised to local Indian officials caught the attention of the US Justice Department and Securities and Exchange Commission as Adani's companies were raising funds from US-based investors in several transactions starting in 2021.

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  Why Bitcoin, cryptocurrencies often face political heat? Virtual currency's legal status explained

  November 20, 2024 19:19 IST

  Bitcoin and cryptocurrency are in the news again after allegations were levelled against Congress's Maharashtra chief Nana Patole and NCP (SP)'s Supriya Sule of being involved in "illegal bitcoin activities" to fund their poll campaign. Meanwhile, do you know what cryptocurrencies are? Check here.

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  Why Himachal Bhawan in Delhi to be auctioned for recovery of Rs 150 crore | Explained

  November 20, 2024 13:05 IST

  Himachal Bhawan auction: The Himachal Pradesh High Court has ordered the attachment of the Himachal Bhawan in Delhi for the recovery of Rs 150 crore.

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  Manipur crisis: What does NPP's withdrawal of support mean for Biren Singh govt | Explained

  November 18, 2024 13:53 IST

  The NPP's withdrawal of support for Manipur's BJP government highlights growing dissatisfaction with the handling of ethnic violence, though the BJP retains a majority and remains in power, facing increasing pressure to find a political solution to the crisis.

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  How Sri Lanka elects its Parliament and why Dissanayake called for snap elections

  November 15, 2024 16:56 IST

  Sri Lankan President Anura Kumara Dissanayake's sweeping coalition election win this week underlined widening support for his leftist policies, but he faces the test of steering the nation's recovery from a financial crisis with an inexperienced set of lawmakers.

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  GRAP 3 in Delhi explained: What's allowed, what's not

  November 14, 2024 20:23 IST

  GRAP 3 has been activated in Delhi to combat the severe pollution crisis as AQI exceeds 400. Key measures include banning non-essential construction, restricting BS-III petrol and BS-IV diesel vehicles, limiting diesel generators, and increasing public transport.

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  Can Donald Trump run again in 2028? Here's what 22nd Amendment of US Constitution says

  November 14, 2024 16:58 IST

  As Donald Trump prepares for a potential second term, questions have arisen about his ability to remain in office once his term ends. While the 22nd Amendment of the US Constitution clearly limits him from running for a third term, there are some rare and unusual circumstances.

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  How Donald Trump plans to crack down on immigration during his second term | EXPLAINED

  November 15, 2024 13:22 IST

  While Trump and his advisers have offered outlines, many questions remain about how they would deport anywhere close to the 11 million people estimated to be in the country illegally.

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  Growing power of Indian-Americans in US politics | Explained

  November 05, 2024 11:08 IST

  Indian Americans are increasingly dominating U.S. elections, with over 30 candidates running for various local, state, and national positions, signalling a major shift in political influence and representation.

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  Hemant Soren says will not allow UCC in Jharkhand: Can state refuse laws framed by Centre? Explained

  November 04, 2024 18:22 IST

  UCC in Jharkhand: States are generally required to implement laws framed by the central government. As per Article 256 of the Constitution, all states are obligated to implement laws passed by Parliament.

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  Jharkhand elections: What is significance of 'Bangladeshi infiltration' issue in Santhal Pargana?

  November 04, 2024 15:54 IST

  Jharkhand elections 2024: 18 seats of Santhal Pargana will decide the fate of upcoming government in the state. The BJP put up a poor show in the 2019 election, but this time the saffron party is hopeful for the revival of its electoral fortune riding on the 'Bangladeshi infiltration' issue.

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  Why is Sri Kartarpur Sahib Corridor agreement crucial, can it be ice-breaker in India-Pakistan ties?

  October 23, 2024 14:44 IST

  The extension of the Sri Kartarpur Sahib Corridor agreement and External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar's recent visit to Pakistan gave some momentum to India-Pakistan ties which have been on pause mode for a decade. However, India maintains its stand that terrorism and dialogue can't go together.

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  Cyclone Dana: Landfall expected near Puri, what's its meaning and how it got its name | Explained

  October 21, 2024 16:16 IST

  Cyclone Dana is forming in the East-Central Bay of Bengal and is expected to strengthen before making landfall near Puri on October 24, with its name symbolizing "a beautiful and precious pearl" in Arabic.

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  Modi govt approves 3 per cent DA hike ahead of Diwali: What does it mean? Explained

  October 19, 2024 16:56 IST

  The Dearness Allowance/Dearness Relief is paid to central government employees/pensioners to adjust the cost of living and to protect their basic pay/pension from erosion in the real values. These are revised twice a year.

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  Maharashtra Assembly elections: How coastal belt plays decisive role in poll battle | EXPLAINED

  October 16, 2024 15:03 IST

  The serene coastal belt of Maharashtra, including Mumbai, offers an interesting backdrop for a showdown between Mahayuti and MVA alliances in the next month's assembly elections, especially between two rival Shiv Senas.

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  India-Canada diplomatic row: Will fresh escalation affect bilateral trade? EXPLAINED

  October 15, 2024 13:34 IST

  The fresh developments are a major downturn in already frosty ties between India and Canada. However, while diplomatic relations may have soured, businesses on both sides have continued to engage, insulated from the political noise.

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  What is THAAD, the advanced US anti-missile system being provided to Israel? EXPLAINED

  October 14, 2024 16:10 IST

  The US decided to deploy an advanced THAAD anti-missile system along with 100 US troops to Israel, which is rare considering Israel's own defensive capabilities. The US has promised to aid Israel's defence as it weighs a response to Iran's October 1 missile attack.

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  Explainer: How did the 'Lal clan' and veteran leaders of Haryana fare in Assembly elections

  October 09, 2024 8:53 IST

  Haryana Election Results 2024: Prominent losers include INLD leader Abhay Singh Chautala, BJP's Bhavya Bishnoi and JJP's Dushyant Chautala.

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  Haryana election result: 5 reasons why AAP failed to open account in Haryana polls | Explained

  October 08, 2024 14:08 IST

  Haryana Assembly Election Results 2024: The AAP lacked proper organisational structure in Haryana while preparing for the election which many believe that it could have impacted the party's performance in the elections.