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  Electoral bonds data: BJP biggest beneficiary followed by TMC, Congress: Check party-wise list here

  March 15, 2024 13:21 IST

  In a landmark verdict delivered on February 15, the Supreme Court had scrapped the Centre's electoral bonds scheme that allowed anonymous political funding, calling it "unconstitutional" and ordered disclosure by the EC of donors, the amount donated by them and the recipients.

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  What are EU AI regulations and how do they impact generative AI models? Explained

  March 14, 2024 15:49 IST

  The recently enacted legislation sets out requirements for AI applications based on their potential risks and impact. Its objective is to safeguard fundamental rights, democracy, the rule of law, and environmental sustainability from high-risk AI.

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  What is proposed Digital Competition Law and how does it impact digital enterprises? Explained

  March 14, 2024 14:02 IST

  The Committee on Digital Competition Law has proposed a bill to grant the Competition Commission of India (CCI) power for early intervention and active supervision of certain firms. Here's everything you need to know.

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  Explained: From startup star to financial struggle, the rise and fall of Byju's

  March 13, 2024 22:26 IST

  Byju Raveendran's startup venture, Byju's, initially hailed as a beacon of educational innovation, soared to a valuation of $22 billion by 2022. However, the company's meteoric rise has taken a sharp downturn, with financial distress plaguing its operations.

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  Dog attacks menace: Why is century-old animal-human bonding weakening? Issue & solution | Explained

  March 13, 2024 18:00 IST

  The stray dog menace is snowballing with every passing day. Despite outrage now and then after every fatal dog attack, authorities still fail to reach any practical solution to the issue.

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  CAA implemented in India: Myths and realities linked with Citizenship Amendment Act

  March 13, 2024 14:31 IST

  The Ministry of Home Affairs has readied a portal for the convenience of the applicants as the entire process will be online. The applicants will have to declare the year when they entered India without travel documents.

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  How are relations between India and Mauritius? Know history and significance

  March 12, 2024 14:54 IST

  Recently, PM Modi and his Mauritian counterpart Pravind Kumar Jugnauth inaugurated a new airstrip and jetty along with other projects in the Agalega Islands, underscoring India's SAGAR vision. President Murmu is currently in Mauritius to attend National Day celebrations as Chief Guest.

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  What is MIRV technology used in Agni-5 missile flight test launch? All you need to know | EXPLAINED

  March 12, 2024 15:45 IST

  India has already carried out several tests of Agni 5 but it was for the first time that the flight test was carried out with MIRV. With this, India joined the elite club of five nations -- the US, Russia, China, France and the UK, to be equipped with MIRV capabilities.

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  Explained: How many points does each team need to make it to the WTC final 2025?

  March 12, 2024 7:09 IST

  The race for the World Test Championship final has heated up after India and Australia sealed their respective series wins against England and New Zealand. India, Australia and New Zealand currently acquire the top three spots but this could change in the coming months.

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  Bhojshala complex case: History, legality and other details | Know everything about the issue

  March 11, 2024 16:55 IST

  The Bhojshala, built by Raja Bhoj and patronised by his successors, was converted into a mosque in the 14th century. Hindus and Muslims claim ownership. Now, the matter is in the court.

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  New city proposed near Agra, know why it was needed, what will be its special feature | EXPLAINED

  March 09, 2024 14:23 IST

  Experts believe that the construction of this new city near Agra will reduce the pressure on people in Noida and Agra and better facilities can be provided to them.

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  Government launches Chakshu portal to combat online fraud: What is it and how to use it

  March 06, 2024 15:38 IST

  The Chakshu portal has been developed under the Sanchar Saathi Initiative, is a Digital Intelligence Platform (DIP), which integrates with Sanchar Saathi. Stakeholders could take quick action on numbers, messages and more, which were reported on the portal.

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  'Super Tuesday': A big day for Joe Biden, Donald Trump ahead of presidential elections | EXPLAINED

  March 05, 2024 10:53 IST

  The Super Tuesday on March 5 is the biggest day ahead of the US presidential elections as it will award the highest delegates to candidates on a single day - a make-or-break moment for them. Joe Biden has an unrivalled lead in the Democratic, while Donald Trump leads Nikki Haley in the GOP race.

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  Why did Vijay Shekhar Sharma resign as chairman of Paytm Payments Bank? | EXPLAINED

  February 27, 2024 11:50 IST

  Vijay Shekhar Sharma, CEO of Paytm, resigned as non-executive chairman and board member of Paytm Payments Bank due to regulatory challenges, including RBI's directive to wind down operations by March 15. The RBI's concerns stemmed from compliance issues and perceived proximity to Paytm.

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  Ukraine's fate hinges on West as Putin rages war days before second anniversary I EXPLAINED

  February 25, 2024 11:44 IST

  With Ukrainian forces on the back foot, short of ammunition and forced to retreat in some areas, Kyiv's ability to repel Russia's invasion depends heavily on Western military, financial and political backing.

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  Explained: How Pakistan's election results are a major setback for the all-powerful military?

  February 22, 2024 22:31 IST

  Despite an Army-backed crackdown, Imran Khan's PTI-backed candidates won 93 seats in the elections marred by allegations of rigging and violence. Astonishingly, the PML-N was expected to win outrightly with the support of the military but lagged far behind the independents.

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  Pakistan's next coalition government: The ups and downs of Sharif-Bhutto ties | EXPLAINED

  February 21, 2024 17:47 IST

  The PML-N and PPP joined hands to form Pakistan's federal government in 2008 and 2022. The leaders of these two parties - Nawaz Sharif and Benazir Bhutto- were locked in intense rivalries for power in the 1990s that ended with Nawaz's ouster by Pervez Musharraf.

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  Centre unveils 5-year plan in fourth round of talks with farmers: What is it? Explained

  February 19, 2024 10:56 IST

  Farmers' protest: During the fourth round of talks between the government and farmer representatives, a proposal for a five-year commitment to procure pulses, maize, and cotton crops at minimum support prices (MSPs) was presented.

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  Supreme Court strikes down electoral bonds scheme: Know the chronology of events

  February 15, 2024 14:33 IST

  The Supreme Court's ruling declaring the electoral bonds scheme unconstitutional dealt a significant blow to the government. Here's a summary of the events leading to this landmark decision:

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  What is India-Myanmar Free Movement Regime or FMR? Know history, security concerns

  February 08, 2024 19:53 IST

  The Free Movement Regime (FMR) allowed citizens residing close to both sides of the border to move 16 km into each other's territory without passport or visa.

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  What is White Paper in economy? Types and main purpose | Explained

  February 07, 2024 19:12 IST

  The Modi government is likely to bring a White Paper on the economic mismanagement done during the United Progressive Alliance (UPA) government. The document may be presented by Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman on Saturday.

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  Maldives vs Lakshadweep controversy: How India contributes to Maldives' economy through tourism

  February 07, 2024 17:51 IST

  Countries looking to attract Indian travellers are exploring varied strategies by expanding routes and providing customised on-ground hospitality and affordable packages.

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  How are elections in Pakistan different from India? EXPLAINED

  February 07, 2024 6:24 IST

  Pakistan's National Assembly has 336 seats, including 266 general seats, 60 seats reserved for women, and 10 for non-Muslims, a decrease of six seats overall after fresh delimitation. A total of 18,000 candidates would participate in federal and provincial elections on Thursday.

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  How reduced taxes on mobile parts could impact smartphone-making industry in India? Explained

  January 31, 2024 14:48 IST

  The government's decision to cut import duties on mobile phone components is a strategic move to promote the growth of India's mobile manufacturing sector, making it more competitive on the global stage.

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  India's Space Odyssey: A look at ISRO's journey from modest beginnings to lunar landings

  January 30, 2024 17:59 IST

  ISRO, the world's sixth-largest space agency, has come a long way in exploring its capabilities and in reducing dependency on foreign launch services. Chandrayaan-3 to Aditya-L1 are a few of the many landmark space missions that India has undertaken.

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  Top UN court orders Israel to prevent genocide in Gaza, stops short of ceasefire: What does it mean?

  January 27, 2024 14:17 IST

  Although the verdict stopped short of a desperately-needed ceasefire for Palestinians, it represented a legal setback for Israel, and was a major diplomatic win for South Africa. Israel's military operations have killed over 26,000 Palestinians in Gaza.

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  Armed Forces Flag Day: Remembering soldiers who dedicated their lives to nation

  January 29, 2024 12:14 IST

  Since 1949, December 7 is observed as Armed Forces Flag Day throughout the country to honour the martyrs and the men in uniform who valiantly fought and continue to fight on borders to safeguard the country's honour.

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  Why is Canada limiting entry of foreign students? Will it impact Indian students? EXPLAINED

  January 23, 2024 16:29 IST

  Canada is a popular destination for international students since it is relatively easy to obtain a work permit. The Liberal government floated the idea of capping the number of foreign student visas in August, but the Housing Minister then obstructed the idea.