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India

Parliament all set for stormy winter ‘showdown’

SIR to Vande Mataram The government wants a special discussion marking 150 years of Vande Mataram, including its full text. Prime Minister Modi has earlier said that the Congress removed certain lines in 1937, claiming it "laid the foundation for Partition” New Delhi As

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World

Tens of thousands rally in Europe against Israel’s Gaza war

France Tens of thousands of people have marched in cities across Europe, denouncing Israel’s genocidal war on Gaza and demanding tougher global action against its continued and deadly violations of a United States-brokered ceasefire. The demonstrations, held to mark the Uni

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World

Prez to deliver special address marking 1-yr since Martial Law crisis

President Lee Jae Myung will address the nation this week, highlighting public resilience during last year’s brief martial law. SeoulSouth Korean President Lee Jae Myung will deliver a special national address later this week to commemorate the first anniversary of former Pres

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India

India reports major decline in HIV infections and deaths

India recorded sharp reductions in HIV infections and AIDS-related deaths between 2010 and 2024, highlighting strong public health progress. New DelhiIndia has achieved significant progress in its fight against HIV/AIDS, reporting steep declines across key indicators between 2

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India

Shaurya Diwas celebrations put on hold in Rajasthan

Rajasthan’s Education Department has postponed Shaurya Divas events, citing statewide school examinations scheduled for early December JaipurThe Rajasthan Education Department on Sunday announced that the planned Shaurya Diwas celebrations on December 6 have been put on hold d

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Business

Dalmia cement faces ₹266-crore GST heat

MUMBAIDalmia Cement (Bharat) Limited, a subsidiary of Dalmia Bharat, has received two GST show-cause notices from the Tamil Nadu Sales Tax Office, demanding a total of ₹266.3 crore. The notices, issued under Section 74 of the Central and Tamil Nadu GST Act, relate to assessment y

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Business

Mumbai property market sees record November growth

MUMBAI Mumbai’s property market delivered its strongest November performance since 2013, showing rising homebuyer interest and steady confidence across the city. A new report revealed that the Mumbai region, covering areas under the BMC, registered 12,219 property deals in Nov

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Business

Key economic events set to shape markets

Key events include the RBI policy meeting for inflation and liquidity cues, and November auto sales data, potentially boosting confidence in consumption recovery MUMBAI The Indian stock market is preparing for a busy and important week as it steps into the final month of 20

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Business

New labour codes strengthen India’s export growth

The National Floor Wage sets a uniform minimum, aids labour cost planning, and digital payments improve transparency and global compliance for exporters NEW DELHI India’s newly notified Labour Codes are being seen as a strong support system for the country’s export-driven i

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Karnataka

‘Strong collective voice needed to protect Kannada’

Swabhimani Bana Launch RAMANAGARA Karnataka Rakshana Vedike State President P. Krishne Gowda said that Kannada can grow strongly at the grassroots level only when people raise a united, non-partisan, and secular voice for the survival of the language. He was speaking at the

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Karnataka

Min Gundurao calls for strong steps to reduce mortality

The minister emphasized tracking all high-risk pregnancies, timely ANC registration, and implementing focused interventions as maternal and infant mortality rates remain above the state average SHIVAMOGGA Health and Family Welfare Minister Dinesh Gundurao has directed offic

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Karnataka

HDK criticizes Cong govt for neglecting farmers’ needs

Kumaraswamy accused CM Siddaramaiah of neglecting farmers’ water needs, mishandling the Tungabhadra dam, and rising police involvement in crimes SHIVAMOGGA Union Minister H.D. Kumaraswamy strongly criticized the Congress government, saying it has failed to focus on the stat

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Karnataka

BJP stages protest seeking fair support price for maize

KOPPAL Farmers in Yelaburga gathered in protest on Sunday, demanding a proper support price for maize. BJP leaders joined the demonstration, accusing the state government of ignoring the struggles of farmers. Former minister Halappa Achar said the Congress government, led by C

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Karnataka

Folk festival shines with stunning creative costumes

KARWAR The Dindi festival held during the Jatra Mahotsava at the Narayana Temple in Amdalli village of Karwar taluk became a colourful celebration of folk culture, drawing thousands of visitors. Known for its strong traditional roots, this year’s event amazed crowds with its g

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Karnataka

Mysuru officials push for stronger road safety measures

CALL FOR STRONGER ROAD SAFETY MYSURU Authorities in Mysuru have renewed their call for stronger road safety after two accident victims were sent to the Bhopal district hospital for post-mortem tests. Officials said the results will help confirm the exact cause of death. The

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Karnataka

1 dead, 26 injured as school bus overturns

Police said the bus overturned near Sule Murki Cross after the driver lost control, throwing students off; villagers and passers-by rushed to assist and alert emergency services KARWAR A joyful school field trip turned into a heartbreaking tragedy near Sule Murki in Honnava

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Karnataka

Union Min Pralhad Joshi criticizes CM, DCM power struggle

Joshi accused the state government of ignoring farmers, failing to implement central support schemes amid internal conflicts HUBBALLI  Union Food and Civil Supplies Minister Pralhad Joshi has criticized the state Congress leadership, saying that Chief Minister Siddaramaiah

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