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Govt to launch another PLI scheme for speciality steel: Steel Secy

Speciality steel is an area where more needs to be done, says Steel Secretary Sandeep Poundrik




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Regulatory, policy reforms crucial for future of India's pharma R&D: Report

Inadequate capacity for drug regulation, need for advanced testing facilities, lack of strong framework for monitoring quality compliance among policy challenges, says report




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Chennai Metro Phase 2 now a ‘Central Sector’ project, Centre to fund 65% of costs

The decision shifts financial responsibility largely to the central government, freeing up state resources and triggering loan renegotiations with international agencies. 




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Need clear laws, standard operating procedures to protect workers, manufacturers' interests: GTRI

Amid the ongoing Samsung workers’ strike in Tamil Nadu, economic think tank GTRI suggests seven-step strategy to foster a more stable industrial environment in the country




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Wage ceilings likely to be hiked for EPS, EPF and ESIC: Labour Ministry sources

Talks are at an advanced stage to firm up the quantum of increase




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QR code diktat to be widened for more medicines, says DCGI Raghuvanshi 

already Top 300 drug brands are already under mandatory QR code net 




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Centre releases ₹1.78 lakh crore to States towards tax devolution

Aimed at enabling States to accelerate capital spending ahead of festive season




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Aadhaar made mandatory for PM Internship Scheme

Internship opportunities surges to touch 50,000 mark; 130 companies have onboarded the internship portal




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Government schemes catapulting India to become developed nation: Amit Shah

Modi government has ended “policy paralysis” and transformed India into an economic bright spot, says Union Home Minister Amit Shah




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GoM for freeing health insurance for senior citizens, all policies up to ₹5-lakh cover from GST burden

GoM suggests rate hike on high-end wrist watches, shoes; GST on packaged water to be cut




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Family pension in case of two widows to be paid after deciding legality of second marriage

Existing rule says ‘widow’ or ‘widower’ shall mean a spouse, legally wedded to deceased government servant or pensioners.




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No merger of 50% DA into basic, as finance ministry issues order payment for 53% DA

DA to central government employees was enhanced from 50 per cent to 53 per cent of the basic pay with effect from July 1, 2024




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Finmin gives effect to revised consolidated pay for IRDAI Chairman, members

Revised pay to be effective from January 1 this year



  • Money & Banking

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India to continue supporting Global South with strong forex reserves, says FM Sitharaman

At a Centre for Global Development event, Sitharaman highlighted India’s use of foreign reserves to aid distressed nations without conditions.




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Govt plans to issue ALMM for PV cells to push India's green energy transition

The 2019 ALMM order (List-I) specified models and manufacturers of solar PV modules, whereas List-II will identify and include models and manufacturers of solar PV cells




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Govt proposes 15-year PPA for FDRE projects with battery storage

The Power Ministry seeks stakeholder feedback on amendments




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India’s new biodiversity strategy aims to protect 30% of ecosystems, restore degraded habitats by 2030

This plan aligns with the global targets set by the Kunming-Montreal Global Biodiversity Framework.




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PM E-DRIVE: Government starts disbursal of incentives amounting to ₹320 crore in first month of scheme

Total 28,81,436 units of EVs to be incentivised with an outlay of ₹10,900 crore in the next 2 years




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Indirect tax related quasi-judicial adjudication, appeal cases to mandatorily heard in virtual mode

An advisory issued on GST portal lowered the AATO (Aggregate Annual Turnover) for reporting e-Invoices on IRP portals within 30 days to Rs ₹10 crore and above from Rs ₹100 crore and above




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Precooked, ready to eat food to attract 18% GST: Kerala AAR

Kerala Chicken Curry, Chettinadu Chicken Curry, Chicken Biryani, Mutton Curry, Mutton Roast, Beef Fry, Beef Roast etc. constitutes ‘ready to eat packaged food’ more specifically than ‘prepared or preserved meat: AAR




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Vehicle scrappage policy receives lukewarm response: Auto dealers

State incentives boost scrappage uptake, but space limitations hinder progress




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Mercedes-Benz GLE 450: Milestone-Class

More than 25 years after it was introduced as the M-Class, the GLE still looks pretty promising in its latest avatar




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Mercedes-Benz aims for the top 

Top Drawer: Two new TEVs have graced the Mercedes-Benz India lineup. 




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Range-Topper

The Bajaj Pulsar NS400Z is the biggest-engined Pulsar, but is it any good?




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Taisor to a gunfight

The Fronx-based Toyota Urban Cruiser Taisor brings the Toyota line-up up to date




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BMW M340i: Three to Tango

Don’t let the sedan shape fool you, for the BMW M340i is a sports car in disguise




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Honda City e:HEV: Silent Victory

The Honda City e:HEV brings intelligent hybrid power to the sedan space




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Toyota Innova Hycross Hybrid: In the mix

Can the Toyota Innova Hycross Hybrid live up to the model’s legacy?




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Top (of the) Class

With more than seven lakh units sold since its launch, the Tata Nexon shows what’s behind its unabated success




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Back to basics

The 2024 Renault Kwid doesn’t need to reinvent the wheel to find buyers




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Into the wild

We take the Maruti Suzuki Jimny on a little off-road adventure




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Range Topper

Now locally assembled, the uber-luxurious Range Rover offers better value than ever




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Tamil star-turned-neta Vijay to embark on statewide tour in Dec




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Vijay chairs meeting of TVK leaders to finalise roadmap for his statewide tour




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TN: ASI to begin excavation at Amoor in Chengalpattu




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Tamil Nadu Artificial Intelligence Mission to focus on research, developing AI-driven governance




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'Sad & dejected': Pall of gloom over Kamala Harris's ancestral village in TN after electoral defeat




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TN Health Dept to launch 25 bike ambulances with Rs 1.60 crore allocation




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Cybercrimes on rise: TN Police warns public; Chennai, Coimbatore, 2-tier cities vulnerable




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TN to detect land encroachments using AI, pilot study in Coimbatore




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Cyclone Dana: Train services in Sealdah division to remain suspended for 14 hours from Thursday night




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Cyclone Dana: East Midnapore, South 24 Parganas likely to be worst affected in Bengal




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Cyclone Dana: West Bengal govt evacuates over 1.6 lac people, over 83000 people shifted to relief camps




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Trap cameras in Darjeeling to track movement of melanistic leopards




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Pollution levels in Kolkata likely to be alarming on Kali Puja as AQI deteriorates




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'Nation is proud of you': West Bengal Guv to GRSE on laying keels of two NGOPVS




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Work for revival of Kolkata's iconic Adi Ganga to start from January




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Bengal govt to bring exams in medical colleges under CCTV surveillance, live-streaming




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How to identify hidden signs of your child's depression and how to go about it

This article will highlight common signs of depression in children and offer practical steps for parents to ensure their child gets the support needed to overcome these challenges.




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Navratri 2024: 5 fasting rules for diabetics to ensure stable blood sugar levels

Here are five essential fasting rules to help maintain stable blood sugar levels during Navratri 2024.