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May 1, 2025 8:06 PM May 1, 2025 8:06 PM

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WAVES 2025 Opens with Branding Masterclass, Tributes to Bharat Kumar Manoj Kumar

On the opening day of WAVES 2025, a masterclass on brand-building delivered by the Chief Strategy Officer of Ogilvy, Prem Narayan, offered deep insights into how culture can be harnessed to build brands that resonate with the Indian consumer. In his session titled "Culture as a Fuel to Build Brands"...

May 1, 2025 7:08 PM May 1, 2025 7:08 PM

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BJP OBC Morcha Welcomes Cabinet Nod for Caste Census

Bhartiya Janata Party’s OBC Morcha has welcomed the Union cabinet’s decision to conduct a caste census in the country. In a statement, BJP’s OBC Morcha National President Dr K. Laxman thanked the Prime Minister and said that this decision will empower the marginalised people in the country. He said ...

May 1, 2025 7:06 PM May 1, 2025 7:06 PM

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Various plenary sessions at WAVES Summit with experts of entertainment industry

Various plenary sessions are being organised at WAVES. Actor Akshay Kumar moderated a session titled “Legends & Legacies: The Stories That Shaped India’s Soul”, where industry veterans Hema Malini, Mohanlal, and Chiranjeevi talked about storytelling, creativity, and cultural legacy. While discus...

May 1, 2025 6:20 PM May 1, 2025 6:20 PM

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Govt and UNDP Partner to Empower Waste Pickers on Labour Day

On the occasion of Labour Day, the Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment today signed a Letter of Agreement with the United Nations Development Programme to recognise and strengthen the contribution of waste pickers in waste collection, recovery, and recycling. This initiative will provide them...

May 1, 2025 6:09 PM May 1, 2025 6:09 PM

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India’s Coal Production Rises 3.63% in April 2025, Hits 81.57 MT

Coal production in the country has seen a growth of 3.63 percent in the month of April this year compared to last year. In a statement, the Ministry of Coal has said that this growth reflects the continued efforts of the government to ensure consistent supply and operational stability in the sector....

May 1, 2025 5:59 PM May 1, 2025 5:59 PM

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NHRC Urges 11 States to Act Swiftly Against Heatwave Risks

In view of the heatwaves during the summer in various parts of the country, the National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) has asked 11 states to take immediate preemptive measures to protect the vulnerable people. The Commission said that states need to take protective measures, especially for economi...

May 1, 2025 4:48 PM May 1, 2025 4:48 PM

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GST Collections Hit Record ₹2.37 Lakh Crore in April, Up 12.6% YoY

India's goods and services tax (GST) collections surged by 12.6 percent to an all-time high of 2.37 lakh crore rupees in April in comparison to the same month last year. According to government data, the Central GST collection for the month stood at 48 thousand 634 crore rupees and State GST at 59 t...

May 1, 2025 8:11 PM May 1, 2025 8:11 PM

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ECI Launches New Steps to Clean Voter Rolls, Unveils New Voter-Friendly Measures

The Election Commission has introduced new initiatives aimed at improving the accuracy of electoral rolls and making the voting process more convenient for citizens. Our correspondent reports that these measures are in line with the initiatives envisaged by Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar ...