January 24, 2025 1:00 PM

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Filmmaker Ram Gopal Varma convicted in cheque bounce case

In Mumbai, the Andheri Magistrate court yesterday convicted well-known filmmaker, Ram Gopal Varma and sentenced him to three months of simple imprisonment in a cheque bounce case.   The case, which dates back seven years, was filed by a company named Shree, represented by Mahesh Chandra Mishra,...

January 24, 2025 12:55 PM

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Punjab BACKFINCO organises awareness camps for backward classes, minorities

The Punjab Backward Classes Land Development and Finance Corporation (BACKFINCO) is organizing awareness camps across various districts in the state to ensure people belonging to backward classes, economically weaker sections and minority communities avail maximum benefits from the welfare schemes b...

January 24, 2025 12:43 PM

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Bangladesh’s economy grappling with skyrocketing interest payments

Bangladesh's economy is grappling with skyrocketing interest payments which ate up more than half of government revenue expenses during the first four months of the current fiscal year of 2024-25, according to data from the Ministry of Finance of Bangladesh.   Economic Experts said that Banglad...

January 24, 2025 12:40 PM

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J&K enhances security arrangements for Republic Day Celebrations

In Jammu and Kashmir, enhanced security arrangements have been put in place and security has been significantly tightened to prevent any disruptions and ensure smooth conduct of Republic Day celebrations on January 26 across the Union Territory. Akashvani Jammu Correspondent reports that the main fu...

January 24, 2025 12:16 PM

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PM Modi congratulates Micheál Martin on assuming office as Ireland’s PM

Prime Minister Narendra Modi has congratulated Micheál Martin on assuming office as the Prime Minister of Ireland. In a social media post, the Prime Minister expressed that India is committed to working together to further strengthen the bilateral partnership, which is based on a strong foundation o...

January 24, 2025 12:05 PM

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Abu Dhabi, Dubai to be connected by rail, reducing travel time to 30 minutes

A high-speed train project connecting Abu Dhabi and Dubai in just 30 minutes was announced by Etihad Rail yesterday. The train will travel at speeds of up to 350 km/h, dramatically reducing travel times and enhancing connectivity between the two emirates.   Etihad Rail, which will oversee the d...

January 24, 2025 11:11 AM

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Micheal Martin confirmed as new Irish PM

In Ireland, Fianna Fail leader Micheal Martin has been confirmed as the new Prime Minister after a vote in the Dail, the lower house of the Irish parliament. Media reports said, the lawmakers yesterday voted to elect Martin as Prime Minister of Ireland for the second time by a coalition of the count...

January 24, 2025 11:07 AM

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National Girl Child Day 2025: Empowering girls for a bright future

National Girl Child Day is being celebrated across the nation today, with a focus on raising awareness about the rights, education, health, and safety of girls in society. Observed annually on 24th January, this day serves as a reminder of the importance of treating every girl with respect and ensur...