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India to conduct joint naval exercise 'Aikeyme' with 10 African nations
India will conduct its first major naval exercise named `Aikeyme` with 10 African nations and launch `Indian Ocean ship (IOS) Sagar` initiative next month. These efforts aim to enhance maritime security in the Indian Ocean Region (IOR) and solidify India’s role as a preferred security partner. Aikeyme exercise will involve various countries focusing on marine drills and rescue operations.
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Columbia folds, academia buckles: How Trump is reshaping US higher education
Columbia University's concessions to comply with President Trump's administration, including banning face masks during protests and giving arrest powers to campus security, have raised concerns in academia. These measures aim to reclaim educational institutions from left-wing ideology, affecting federal funding, research projects, and academic freedom, as other universities brace for similar pressures.
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Punganur spruced for Suguturu Ganga Jatara
Over 3 lakh people from all over Rayalaseema and neighbouring Karnataka join the fest every year; police to introduce a parent tag system to prevent any incidents of missing children
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Jagan accuses NDA government of neglecting farmers in Andhra Pradesh
The former Chief Minister demands immediate compensation for banana farmers who have suffered losses due to the recent rains in Kadapa district
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Government favouring crony capitalists at expense of small businesses: Mahua Moitra
Speaking in the Lok Sabha, Mahua Moitra alleged that the government has created special rules to benefit certain businessmen while neglecting the needs of the broader economy.
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Opposition parties charge govt. with not releasing funds in line with budgetary allocations
BRS, BJP and MIM lamented that assurances of funds for welfare schemes remained on paper
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Watch: Asia’s only marathon on snow held at Lahaul Spiti
The run was held in Sissu, Lahaul-Spiti, Himachal Pradesh, at an altitude of 10,500 feet
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Two-day Collectors’ conference to be organised from March 25 at the State Secretariat in Andhra Pradesh
Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu is expected to give a policy direction to the district officials on industrial growth, economic growth, Swarnandhra 2047, P4 etc, key areas for which the government is according a top priority
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'Impeach Justice Varma ... will not tolerate transfer': Allahabad HC Bar chief
The Allahabad High Court Bar Association has condemned the transfer of Justice Yashwant Varma from Delhi High Court following a cash recovery from his residence. The association demanded a CBI and ED investigation and called for impeachment proceedings, questioning the fairness of the judicial appointment system.
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Are your bank deposits insured if bank fails?
Bank depositors are covered by the DICGC's insurance scheme up to Rs 5 lakh per account. Strategically distributing deposits across various banks can enhance coverage, as personal accounts, business accounts, and different joint arrangements are treated separately.
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Nagpur riot: Bombay HC halts demolition of homes linked to accused
The Bombay High Court's Nagpur bench has temporarily halted the demolition of homes linked to those accused in recent riots, citing the need for legal review. The court questioned the Nagpur Municipal Corporation's action following arguments about arbitrary demolitions and violation of Supreme Court guidelines.
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Bhabhiji Ghar Par Hain writer Manoj Santoshi passes away
Manoj Santoshi, a well-known television writer for the hit comedy show Bhabiji Ghar Par Hain, passed away on March 23, 2025, due to a liver-related illness. His death marks a significant loss for the Indian television industry where he made considerable contributions.
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'Lied to Parliament': Kharge on BJP's 'Cong to change Constitution' claim
Congress leader Malliakarjun Kharge intends to pursue legal action against BJP's JP Nadda and Kiren Rijiju for allegedly making false claims that Congress is providing reservations based on religion in Karnataka. This follows a heated debate in Parliament over the issue, with Kharge asserting that the BJP is raising the issue to distract from its corruption.
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Centre notifies increase in salary, pension for MPs
The central government has increased the salaries, allowances, and pensions of MPs and former MPs by 24% effective April 1, 2023. MPs will now earn Rs 1.24 lakh per month, with daily allowances and pensions for former MPs also being raised. This marks the first revision since 2018, aligning with the Cost Inflation Index.
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