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Protests over rape case in Lahore turn severe across Pakistan, 250 arrested

In Pakistan, the protests against the rape incident in Lahore turned severe as various incidents of violence, vandalism and arson were reported in various cities. According to media reports, at least 250 protesters were arrested in Rawalpindi today. The police used tear gas to disperse students demo...

October 17, 2024 9:50 PM October 17, 2024 9:50 PM

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First-ever coal gallery inaugurated at National Science Centre in New Delhi

Union Culture and Tourism Minister Gajendra Singh Shekhawat and Minister of State for Coal and Mines Satish Chandra Dubey today unveiled the first-ever coal gallery at the National Science Centre in New Delhi. The exhibition - 'Black Diamond - Unveiling the Depths' - is based on the lifespan of coal...

October 17, 2024 9:44 PM October 17, 2024 9:44 PM

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India extends its first-ever rupee-denominated Line of Credit under IDEAS

India has extended a new Line of Credit for 487.60 crore rupees to the Mauritius government for financing a water pipeline replacement project. This is the first-ever rupee-denominated Line of Credit to have been extended by India for project financing to any country under the Indian Development and...

October 17, 2024 9:25 PM October 17, 2024 9:25 PM

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CBDT amends income tax rules to ease TDS, TCS credit claims for salaried employees

The Central Board of Direct Taxes (CBDT) has notified amendments to income tax rules to simplify the process of claiming credit for TCS collected and TDS deducted for salaried employees and to enable the claiming of TCS credit for minors in the hands of their parents. The Income Tax Act rules have b...

October 17, 2024 9:58 PM October 17, 2024 9:58 PM

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PM Modi chairs conclave of NDA CMs, deputy CMs

Prime Minister Narendra Modi chaired a conclave of Chief Ministers of the National Democratic Alliance (NDA) and their deputies in Chandigarh today. BJP President JP Nadda, Defence Minister Rajnath Singh, and Home Minister Amit Shah also attended the meeting. The meeting focused on national developm...

October 17, 2024 9:06 PM October 17, 2024 9:06 PM

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Scientific evidence supports safety of iron-fortified rice for all individuals: Centre

The Centre today said that there are no safety concerns with iron-fortified rice, with scientific evidence backing its safety for public consumption. The Ministry of Consumer Affairs, Food, and Public Distribution highlighted that people suffering from blood disorders such as Thalassemia and Sickle ...

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Chief Justice DY Chandrachud inaugurates AROHA-2024 Conference

Chief Justice of India DY Chandrachud inaugurated the international conference Advancements of Research and Global Opportunities for Holistic Ayurveda (AROHA-2024) in New Delhi today. The three-day event primarily aims to position Ayurveda as a key pillar of global health and wellness. Addressing th...