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Bengal documents its rich textile heritage through an exhibition of four century old works

Hindu - Fri, 01/31/2025 - 03:55
Visitors are given a walkthrough of the exhibition through a selection of iconic textile traditions such as muslins, kantha, jamdani, Indo-Portuguese embroideries, and Haji rumals.
Categories: National News

'Can go find another sucker nation': Trump's warning to Brics on US dollar

Times of India - Fri, 01/31/2025 - 03:54
President Donald Trump has issued a warning to Brics nations about facing 100 percent tariffs if they attempt to replace the US dollar with another currency. Emphasising the need to maintain the dollar's role in global trade, Trump stated that any country trying to create a Brics currency or adopting another currency will face economic consequences.
Categories: National News

Army pension row: Supreme Court pulls up Centre for 'dragging' retired personnel to court, asks for policy

Hindu - Fri, 01/31/2025 - 03:50
The top court was hearing an appeal filed by the Centre challenging order of the tribunal, which granted disability pension to a retired radio fitter
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BSE Sensex opens in green a day ahead of Budget 2025; Nifty50 above 23,300

Times of India - Fri, 01/31/2025 - 03:50
Stock market today: BSE Sensex and Nifty50, the Indian equity benchmark indices, opened in green on Friday, a day ahead of the Union Budget 2025 presentation. While BSE Sensex was near 76,900, Nifty50 was above 23,300.
Categories: National News

Tapping neera: From keeping monkeys away to making value-added products

Hindu - Fri, 01/31/2025 - 03:30
‘Neera’, a sweet nutrient-rich sap derived from coconut spathe, using the Coco-sap Chiller has raised the hopes of farmers in earning income from coconut trees, even while keeping monkeys at bay
Categories: National News

'Maybe I wasn't capable enough ...': Saha reflects on India exit

Times of India - Fri, 01/31/2025 - 03:28
Wriddhiman Saha, a former Team India wicketkeeper batter, explained his national team departure was a strategic decision. Despite retiring officially, he harbors no resentment and appreciates the opportunities cricket has given him. Relishing his career highlights, he looks forward to spending time with family after 18 years of professional commitment.
Categories: National News

BJP appointed corrupt leaders as Ministers instead of putting them in jail, says Raj Thackeray

Hindu - Fri, 01/31/2025 - 03:23
Thackeray took the names of leaders, who once were bashed by the BJP for corruption in their respective States and questioned the BJP’s changing stand
Categories: National News

Maha Kumbh: Cop mixes 'ash' in food for devotees, suspended after viral video

Times of India - Fri, 01/31/2025 - 02:55
SHO Brijesh Tiwari from Soraon police station was suspended for allegedly pouring ash into food prepared for pilgrims. After the video went viral, authorities conducted an investigation and confirmed his guilt. The incident occurred during a bhandara for devotees without police permission.
Categories: National News

Pilgrims continue to flock Maha Kumbh, no VIP movements on 3 remaining special bathing dates

Hindu - Fri, 01/31/2025 - 02:47
Over 2.06 crore devotees took a holy bath at the Maha Kumbh, with improved crowd management and safety measures
Categories: National News

'Was called detestable': Trump’s FBI director pick Kash Patel admits to facing racism

Times of India - Fri, 01/31/2025 - 02:45
During his confirmation hearing, Trump's FBI nominee Kash Patel recounted experiencing racism and threats to his life. While addressing concerns about his loyalty to Trump, he maintained his stance against violence and denied intentions to oversee politically motivated investigations.
Categories: National News

No ministry clearance, Indian wrestlers' Zagreb Open trip put off

Times of India - Fri, 01/31/2025 - 02:44
Aman Sehrawat, the Paris Olympics bronze medallist, and other Indian wrestlers will miss the Zagreb Open due to the Wrestling Federation of India's lack of clearance from the sports ministry. Despite submitting entries in advance, the WFI didn't receive the necessary authorisation, leading to the cancellation of the trip. This follows previous misses at tournaments in Belarus and Egypt.
Categories: National News

How Trump reacted when asked about visiting plane crash site

Times of India - Fri, 01/31/2025 - 02:32
US President Donald Trump responded sarcastically to reporters’ questions about visiting the Potomac River crash site, asking if they wanted him to go swimming. The incident involved a mid-air collision between a jet and a military helicopter, presumed to have claimed 67 lives. His remarks were condemned online for being insensitive.
Categories: National News

Budget 2025: What is Economic Survey, who prepares it & when will it be presented

Times of India - Fri, 01/31/2025 - 02:18
Budget Economic Survey 2025: Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman will present the Economic Survey 2024-25 in Parliament today, offering detailed analysis and future projections of the Indian economy. The document, prepared by the Economic Division, is expected to highlight key economic indicators and introduce solutions to pressing issues.
Categories: National News

Who is Shubhanshu Shukla? IAF officer, chosen to pilot space station mission

Times of India - Fri, 01/31/2025 - 02:04
Group Captain Shubhanshu Shukla will become the first Indian astronaut on the International Space Station with the Axiom Mission 4 in 2025. As an Indian Air Force pilot, he will join a diverse international crew for a 14-day mission conducting experiments and outreach programs. Shukla aims to showcase Indian culture in space, including performing yoga onboard.
Categories: National News

Tata Steel, Bharat Electronics: Top stock recommendations for today

Times of India - Fri, 01/31/2025 - 02:00
Bajaj Broking Research highlights top stock picks including Tata Steel, and Bharat Electronics for January 31, 2025. Nifty and Bank Nifty indices show potential for pullbacks and consolidation.
Categories: National News

Average monthly consumption rises in rural, urban areas

Times of India - Fri, 01/31/2025 - 01:59
Consumption inequality in rural and urban areas of India decreased in 2023-24 compared to the previous year, as shown by the HCES. Average monthly per capita consumption expenditure also rose across the 18 major states, with the highest increases in rural Odisha and urban Punjab.
Categories: National News

Economic Survey 2024-25 LIVE: Stresses focus on impact of AI on labour force, mental health, workplace culture in private sector

Hindu - Fri, 01/31/2025 - 01:58
Raising India’s growth average in the next two decades will require reaping the demographic dividend through a deregulation stimulus, CEA Nageswaran said
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Karnataka Cabinet approves ₹12,150 crore Greater Bengaluru Integrated Township project in Ramanagara

Hindu - Fri, 01/31/2025 - 01:30
The project will encompass 8,943 acres across 10 villages, with the initial land already acquired by the Karnataka Industrial Areas Development Board (KIADB).
Categories: National News

Parliament Budget Session Day 1 highlights: Govt’s third term is witnessing work at thrice the speed of previous dispensations, says President Murmu

Hindu - Fri, 01/31/2025 - 01:28
Union Finance Minsiter Nirmala Sitharaman tables the Economic Survey 2024-25 in Lok Sabha and Rajya Sabha
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