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'Another Step Towards Self Reliance': Modi Hails Cabinet Nod to Private Sector Participation in Space
The Indian National Space Promotion and Authorisation Centre (IN-SPACe) will provide a level-playing field for private companies to use Indian space infrastructure, said Minister Jitendra Singh.
CCI Approves Facebook's 9.99% Stake Buy in Jio Platforms
In April, Facebook announced an investment of $5.7 billion (Rs 43,574 crore) in Jio Platforms. The acquisition was to be done through Jaadhu Holdings LLC.
Govt to Provide 2% Interest Subsidy to 'Shishu' Borrowers under Mudra Yojna
The Union Cabinet approved the scheme for interest subvention of 2% to Shishu loan category borrowers under PMMY, outstanding as on March 31, 2020, for a period of 12 months to eligible borrowers, Information and Broadcasting Minister Prakash Javadekar sa...
Delhi HC Grants Bail to AAP MLA Prakash Jarwal in Doctor's Suicide Case
Jarwal, who represents the Deoli assembly constituency, was arrested on May 9, after a case of extortion and abetment to suicide was filed against him.
Mammooty Turns Photographer for His 'Morning Guests'
Malayalam superstar Mammooty flaunted his photography skills with photographs of his "morning guests".
Indo-Tibetan Border Police Takes Over Largest Covid-19 Care Centre in Delhi
A team of officials from the border guarding force visited the Radha Soami Beas facility and held discussions with the Delhi government and other stakeholders who will be partners in running the center.
'It's Not Amit Shah Model Vs Kejriwal Model': Sisodia Protests Rule on Virus Patients
Arguing that the new system puts pressure on the government's facilities with the rising number of cases, Sisodia said there would be chaos in the city in the next few days if it was not scrapped.
Erica Fernandes Preparing Extra Food Every Day For 3 Months To Feed Her Building's Security Guards
Erica Fernandes has urged people to engage in "selfless deeds", especially during difficult times such as these.
India Clears 5,00,000 Tonnes of Corn Imports at Much-reduced Duty in Boost for Poultry Sector
India's corn imports jumped to 312,389 tonnes in 2019 from just 30,962 tonnes a year ago, the government data showed.
Gully Boy Star Vijay Varma Posts About His 'Ghar Wapsi,' Jokes He Is 'No More Aatm-nirbhar'
Taking to social media, Vijay Varma posted a picture of his airport look. He can be seen wearing a face shield and mask.
Trust in China Falls Sharply Among Australians, Confidence in Xi Jinping Dips Even Further, Finds Poll
Diplomatic tensions between Beijing and Canberra have worsened since Australia called for an international inquiry into the source and spread of the new coronavirus, which first emerged in the Chinese city of Wuhan.
India Levies Anti-dumping Duty on Some Steel Imports from China, South Korea & Vietnam
In the last few days, India has taken steps to protect its domestic industry and push local manufacturing as PM Modi wants to make the nation self-reliant.
Saroj Khan Hospitalised with Breathing Issues, Tests COVID Negative
Choreographer Saroj Khan was hospitalised after she complained of breathing trouble.
TMC Panchayat Member Made to Do Squats, Offer Public Apology for Siphoning Off Cyclone Relief Funds
In the incident that took place at Nandakumar area of South 24 district, the panchayat member of the area was gheraoed by local people who accused him of siphoning funds and nepotism while drawing up the list of beneficiaries.
Gold Vaults to Highest Since October 2012 as Dollar Stumbles Amid Rising Covid-19 Cases
Gold has gained nearly 16% this year supported by global stimulus measures since the non-yielding metal is considered a hedge against inflation and currency debasement.
India's Oil Imports in May Drop to Lowest in More than 8 Years
In May, India imported 3.18 million barrels per day (bpd) of oil, a decline of about 31% from April and about 26% from a year ago, the data showed.