Curtain raiser for ‘Invest Karnataka 2025’ held in Bengaluru

Curtain raiser for ‘Invest Karnataka 2025’ held in Bengaluru

Bengaluru, June 20 - Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah announced on Wednesday that the state government aims to achieve an annual industrial growth rate of 15-16 per cent to reach a $1 trillion economy by 2032.

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RBI to be positioned as model for Global South: Shaktikanta Das

RBI to be positioned as model for Global South: Shaktikanta Das

Mumbai, June 20 - RBI Governor Shaktikanta Das on Thursday said that "necessary policy actions" are on the anvil for positioning the Reserve Bank as a model central bank of the Global South.

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SC issues notice on plea seeking directions to NBE on NEET (PG) exam question paper, answer key

SC issues notice on plea seeking directions to NBE on NEET (PG) exam question paper, answer key

New Delhi, June 20 - The Supreme Court on Thursday issued notice on a plea seeking directions to the National Board of Examinations (NBE) to release the question paper and answer key of the NEET (PG) examination.

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Patna HC strikes down Bihar govt’s quota hike from 50 pc to 65 pc

Patna HC strikes down Bihar govt’s quota hike from 50 pc to 65 pc

New Delhi, June 20 - In a major blow to the Bihar government, the Patna High Court on Thursday struck down the decision to increase the reservation from 50 per cent to 65 per cent for Backward Classes, Extremely Backward Classes, Scheduled Castes

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Multi-layered security for PM Modi’s packed two-day visit to Kashmir

Multi-layered security for PM Modi’s packed two-day visit to Kashmir

Srinagar, June 20 - A multi-layered security is in place for Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s two-day visit to J&K from Thursday, said officials here.

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NEET (UG) paper leak: SC stays proceedings pending before various High Courts

NEET (UG) paper leak: SC stays proceedings pending before various High Courts

New Delhi, June 20 - The Supreme Court on Thursday stayed the proceedings pending before various High Courts of the country pertaining to the alleged NEET (UG) paper leak.

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TN hooch tragedy: Death toll rises to 34, CM announces Rs 10 lakh compensation

TN hooch tragedy: Death toll rises to 34, CM announces Rs 10 lakh compensation

Chennai, June 20 - The death toll in the hooch tragedy in Tamil Nadu's Kallakurichi district has risen to 34, confirmed Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M.K. Stalin on Thursday, adding that a compensation of Rs 10 lakh will be paid to their families.

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Extensive preparations for PM Modi’s mega Yoga event in J&K’s Srinagar

Extensive preparations for PM Modi’s mega Yoga event in J&K’s Srinagar

Srinagar, June 20 - Extensive preparations have been going on for the last five days to ensure the grand success of the 10th International Day of Yoga celebrations in J&K’s Srinagar city in which Prime Minister Narendra Modi is going to participate.

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World’s citizens to gather at UN to showcase yoga’s power to unite

World’s citizens to gather at UN to showcase yoga’s power to unite

United Nations, June 20 - Citizens from around the globe will gather here on Friday to show the uniting power of yoga across boundaries and divisions as the world organisation celebrates the 10th International Day of Yoga.

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UP Board students to study 10 subjects, 3 languages now

UP Board students to study 10 subjects, 3 languages now

Lucknow, June 20 - In compliance with the National Education Policy (NEP), 2020, the Uttar Pradesh State Board of High School and Intermediate Education -- Uttar Pradesh Board -- is set to implement significant changes for classes 9 and 10 starting from the

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Major breakthrough in Reasi terror attack, says J&K Police

Major breakthrough in Reasi terror attack, says J&K Police

Jammu, June 19 - J&K Police on Wednesday said "a major breakthrough" has been made in the June 9 Reasi terror attack, in which 9 pilgrims were killed and 44 others injured, with the arrest of a terror associate.

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Ratna Bhandar of Jagannath Temple to be opened on July 8

Ratna Bhandar of Jagannath Temple to be opened on July 8

Bhubaneswar, June 19 - A senior Archaeological Survey of India (ASI) official said on Wednesday that the Ratna Bhandar (treasury trove) of Shree Jagannath Temple at Puri will be opened on July 8 when the holy triads will be out of the shrine

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No intention to weaken case against actor Darshan: K’taka Home Min on proposal to change SPP

No intention to weaken case against actor Darshan: K’taka Home Min on proposal to change SPP

Bengaluru, June 19 - Karnataka Home Minister G. Parameshwara emphasised on Wednesday that there is no intention to weaken the case against Kannada superstar Darshan in the fan murder case.

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‘Vishwa Bandhu’ India begins new chapter of friendship with SE Asian nations at Nalanda University

‘Vishwa Bandhu’ India begins new chapter of friendship with SE Asian nations at Nalanda University

New Delhi, June 19 - The attendance of Heads of Missions of 17 countries at the inauguration of the new campus of Nalanda University in Bihar's Rajgir by Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday once again brought to the fore India's continuous push

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Mizoram agrees to record biometric details of 34,000 Myanmar refugees, awaits MHA directions

Mizoram agrees to record biometric details of 34,000 Myanmar refugees, awaits MHA directions

Aizawl/Imphal, June 19 - The Mizoram government has agreed to record biometric details of around 34,000 Myanmar refugees sheltered in the northeastern state for over three years, but is waiting for the necessary instructions from the Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA), officials said

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More or less I am asking for votes for myself in Channapatna bye-election: K’taka Dy CM Shivakumar

More or less I am asking for votes for myself in Channapatna bye-election: K’taka Dy CM Shivakumar

Bengaluru, June 19 - Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister, DK Shivakumar has hinted at his potential candidacy for the Channapatna Assembly constituency bye-election, stirring a hot debate in state political corridors.

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Rahul retaining Raebareli boosts Congress’ revival plans in UP

Rahul retaining Raebareli boosts Congress’ revival plans in UP

Lucknow, June 19 - The decision of Congress MP Rahul Gandhi to retain his Raebareli seat has given new hope to Congress workers in Uttar Pradesh.

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PM Modi inaugurates new campus of Nalanda University, terms it ‘symbol of India’s academic heritage’

PM Modi inaugurates new campus of Nalanda University, terms it ‘symbol of India’s academic heritage’

Patna, June 19 - Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated the new campus of Nalanda University in Bihar's Rajgir district on Wednesday and described it as 'symbol of India's vibrant cultural exchange and academic heritage'.

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V-P Dhankhar praises Modi govt for mission to eradicate Sickle Cell disease

V-P Dhankhar praises Modi govt for mission to eradicate Sickle Cell disease

Bhopal, June 19 - Vice President Jagdeep Dhankhar on Wednesday appreciated the Narendra Modi-led government for its aggressive approach to eradicate 'Sickle Cell' disease from the country.

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J&K govt appoints two nodal officers for smooth conduct of Amarnath Yatra

J&K govt appoints two nodal officers for smooth conduct of Amarnath Yatra

Srinagar, June 19 - The J&K government on Wednesday appointed two senior officers as nodal officers for the smooth conduct of Amarnath Yatra 2024.

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