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August 2, 2024 8:11 PM

Indian Rupee Slides to 83.75 as Local Stocks Decline

The Indian rupee slipped today as local stocks declined, tracking a global equity sell-off caused by concerns of a slowdown in the United States. The rupee depreciated 0.04 per cent to close at 83.75 against the U.S. dollar. The dollar index, which indicates its strength against a basket of six othe...

August 2, 2024 7:58 PM

West Bengal: Incessant Rains & Gusty Winds Disrupt Life in Darjeeling Hills

Incessant rains and gusty winds have disrupted normal life in many parts of the Darjeeling Hill areas. Power supply in most of the hilly areas has been disrupted in the last 36 hours, resulting in significant hardship for residents. Internet services have also been interrupted. Official sources repo...

August 2, 2024 7:09 PM

Rajya Sabha Discusses NEET Repeal Resolution

The Rajya Sabha today took up discussion on a private member resolution moved by DMK member M. Mohamed Abdulla urging the government to repeal NEET and NTA and revert to medical admissions based on the criteria of state governments. Intervening in the discussion, Leader of the House and Union Health...

August 2, 2024 6:03 PM

Record 7.28 Crore ITRs Filed for 2024-25 by July 31

A record 7.28 crore income tax returns (ITRs) have been filed for 2024-25 till 31st July. The Finance Ministry said in a statement that this is 7.5 per cent more than the total ITRs for 2023-24 filed till 31st July 2023. An increasing number of taxpayers have opted for the New Tax Regime this year. ...