Christina Aguilera ten-concert residency dates, schedule, ticket price. What we know so far
Christina Aguilera's ten-concert residency will take place in December, January, February, and March. The ticket price details are out. Key Points
Economic Times'Fishing expedition' — Madras HC order staying ED summons to 5 district collectors in Tamil Nadu
ED issued summons as part of probe into sand quarries across state since September, on allegations of illegal sale of sand mined from riverbeds. Matter posted for 21 December. Key Points
ThePrintBudget Session 2023: Parliament logjam cost nation over Rs 10 crore in six days
In the second half of the Budget session, till March 20, the Lok Sabha has functioned for only 1.45 hours out of the scheduled time of 36 hours, while the Rajya Sabha functioned for 2.78 hours out of the scheduled 35.50 hours. Key Points
FinancialexpressModi road show in Bengaluru modified again due to NEET exam on May 7
The proposal to hold the road show till 1.30 p.m. had alarmed students in Bengaluru as their NEET exam is scheduled to begin at 2 p.m. Key Points
The HinduRahul Gandhi's 'Bharat Jodo Nyay Yatra' cancelled in Jharkhand as he joins farmers' agitation in Delhi
ahul Gandhi's 'Bharat Jodo Nyay Yatra' in Jharkhand cancelled as he rushed to Delhi to join farmers' agitation. scheduled interaction with MGNREGA workers in Ranka to be conducted by Jairam Ramesh and other party leaders. Key Points
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Orissa rescinds decision on sale of tribal land to non-tribals amid criticism
The Odisha government has reversed its decision to allow the sale of tribal land to non-tribals in the state's scheduled areas, following backlash and criticism. The Tribal Advisory Committee has been asked to reconsider the proposal. The decision had sparked protests from opposition parties who accused the government of forcing poor tribals to sell their land and enabling corporate land grabs in mineral-rich areas. | Latest News India Key Points
Hindustan TimesNominations filing for Rajya Sabha polls ends; Check full list of candidates here
The Rajya Sabha elections feature prominent figures like BJP chief J P Nadda, recent BJP entrant Ashok Chavan, and former Congress president Sonia Gandhi among the candidates. The elections are set for February 27 across 56 seats in various states. While many candidates are expected to be elected unopposed, voting is scheduled for February 27. Notable candidates include Jaya Bachchan from SP in Uttar Pradesh, Sonia Gandhi from Congress in Rajasthan, and Ashok Chavan from BJP in Maharashtra. Key Points
Economic TimesRajya Sabha passes Bills to include more castes and subcastes in ST list
The Rajya Sabha has passed two bills to include more castes and subcastes from Andhra Pradesh and Odisha in the ST list. Union minister for tribal affairs Arjun Munda moved the Constitution (Scheduled Tribes) Order (Amendment) Bill, 2024, and The Constitution (Scheduled Castes and scheduled Tribes) Order (Amendment) Bill, 2024, for consideration and passing in the Rajya Sabha. Key Points
Economic TimesED can continue probe under PMLA even if police drop scheduled offences, says SC
SC was hearing civil servant Saumya Chaurasia’s appeal against Chhattisgarh HC’s refusal to grant her bail. Chaurasia has been accused of being involved in alleged Rs 540-crore coal scam. Key Points
ThePrintShot in the arm for Stalin’s social justice pitch: Reservation for Dalit Christians gets TN Assembly backing
Tamil Nadu CM M K Stalin says, "Denying reservation to Dalits just because they embraced another faith... is not justifiable" Key Points
The Indian ExpressKerala High Court declares void the election of Devikulam LDF candidate A. Raja over ‘incorrect’ caste certificate
The petitioner, the defeated UDF candidate D. Kumar, argued that those who belonged to the scheduled caste in the State of Kerala among Hindus alone will get the status of scheduled caste within the State to contest in a constituency reserved for scheduled castes, and this will not apply to A. Raja, who is a Christian by religion. Key Points
The HinduParliament passes three bills on Jammu and Kashmir
Parliament passed a bill to include two groups, namely Gadda Brahmin, and Koli, in the list of scheduled Tribes in Jammu and Kashmir. The approval was granted to the Constitution (Jammu and Kashmir) scheduled Tribes Order (Amendment) Bill, 2024, extending recognition to these communities as scheduled Tribes. The Upper House also cleared The Jammu and Kashmir Local Bodies Laws (Amendment) Bill, 2024 and the Constitution (Jammu and Kashmir) scheduled Castes Order (Amendment) Bill, 2024 by voice vote. Key Points
Economic TimesCISCE postpones class 12 Psychology exam due to missing question papers from a centre, check fresh date here
The Class 12 Psychology exam was scheduled for Wednesday, 27th March, 2024. This is the second time in a month that the board has postponed its class 12 exam. Key Points
Hindustan TimesCM Nitish Kumar proposes raising quotas for SCs, STs & OBCs in Bihar
Nitish says reservations for OBCs needs to be raised from 50% to 65%. For SCs & STs, which together account for 17% quota, he says limit should be raised to 22%. Key Points
ThePrintFrom the Archives: ‘Treat minorities fairly’, Gandhi's advice to Hindus
“The British will make of us two nations and that with a flourish of trumpets. Is that to be the parting shot? I hope not”, Mahatma Gandhi said. | Latest News India Key Points
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Southern Railway reschedules train services
In a press release the Southern Railway said it has rescheduled three train services on June 4 in view of the derailment accident on June 2 at around 7 p.m. at Bahanaga Bazaar near Balasore, Odisha. Key Points
The HinduWhat major cases are coming before the US Supreme Court?
The U.S. Supreme Court on Monday opens a new nine-month term loaded with important cases on issues including gun rights, the power of federal agencies, the legality of Republican-drawn electoral districts, social media regulation, Purdue Pharma's bankruptcy settlement and even one involving the size of Donald Trump's hands. Key Points
ReutersNovak Djokovic grouped with Jannik Sinner at ATP Finals 2023
The tournament starts Sunday and the final is scheduled for Nov. 19. | Tennis News Key Points
Hindustan TimesA $46 billion rally shows Indian IT stocks' woes easing
Gains picked up after Asias biggest software services exporter Tata Consultancy Services Ltd. last week reported better-than-expected profits for the latest quarter. Its shares climbed, along with those of peers including Infosys Ltd., which is scheduled to report today. Key Points
Economic TimesICAI CA Inter, Final exams revised schedule to be out today on icai.org. Check all details here
ICAI to announce fresh CA exam dates because of Lok Sabha elections from April 19 to June 1. Previous exams were schedule to held in May. Key Points
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DGCA allows scheduled commuter airlines to operate single-engine aircraft at night
Till now, such operations were restricted to day operations and Visual Flight Rules. Aviation safety regulator DGCA has allowed scheduled commuter airlines to operate their single engine aircraft at night, a move that will help in enhancing air connectivity to remote areas during night hours. Key Points
The Tribune IndiaGujarat: Labourers 'chained to a motorbike, forced to dig well’ in Surendranagar; cops arrests 2
The incident took place in Khakhrali village where four men, including a Dalit, were allegedly forced to dig a well. After the labourers expressed their unwillingness to do so, they were allegedly held captive, and chained to a motorbike at night, so that they can't escape. Key Points
mintAnthony Joshua vs Robert Helenius: See match date, when and where to watch
Prepare for an electrifying showdown as two formidable contenders, Anthony Joshua and Robert Helenius, lock horns in a boxing match that has taken an unexpected turn. scheduled to unfold under the bright lights of London's prestigious O2 Arena, this match has witnessed a last-minute alteration that promises even more intrigue. Key Points
Economic TimesBJP makes changes to PM's 2-day roadshow in Bengaluru due to NEET
The roadshow, earlier scheduled to be held for eight hours on Saturday alone, was then split into two parts - on Saturday and Sunday from 10 am to 1.30 pm to prevent inconvenience to the general public in case the rally is held for a full day. Key Points
Economic TimesPolitical destruction of Congress under the leadership of Rahul has begun: Amit Shah
Union Home Minister Amit Shah has said that the political destruction of the Congress has begun under the leadership of the former MP Rahul Gandhi, as the party was defeated in the recently concluded elections in States in the North-East of the country. He was addressing a gathering after laying foundation stone for a few projects and inaugurating 220 projects taken up at a cost of ₹4,283 crore at Gabbur village in Deodurg taluk of Raichur district on Sunday. Key Points
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PM Modi visits Kaziranga National Park in Assam
Prime Minister Narendra Modi took elephant and jeep safari in Assam's Kaziranga National Park. He inaugurated the 125-ft high 'Statue of Valour' and laid foundation stones of projects worth Rs 18,000 crore. He also addressed a public meeting during his two-day visit. Key Points
Economic TimesOscars 2024 nominations: Nolan's 'Oppenheimer' leads with 13 nods; check complete list of nominees
The 2024 Oscar nominations are out, featuring 321 films and top contenders like 'Oppenheimer,' 'Poor Things,' and 'Barbie.' Hosted by Jimmy Kimmel on March 10, the 96th Academy Awards promise excitement. Notable snubs have stirred discussions, adding anticipation to the star-studded event. Key Points
Economic TimesMajority of India-UK FTA issues either closed or at advanced stage of talks: Official
Majority of the issues in the proposed FTA between India and the UK are either finalised or at an advanced stage of talks, according to a government official. The 14th round of negotiations is currently underway. Talks are also progressing on the proposed BIT. Meanwhile, the seventh round of talks for the proposed trade deal between India and the EU and the sixth round of negotiations for a proposed trade agreement between India and Peru are scheduled. Key Points
Economic Times2 Indian-origin bizmen to fight London mayoral poll
The election for London’s mayorship is scheduled for May 2 and the battleground of candidates challenging incumbent Sadiq Khan is gradually expanding... Key Points
The Tribune IndiaSpaceX postpones Starship test flight a day due to hardware swap
The launch is scheduled to take place within a 20-minute window opening at 8 a.m. EST (1300 GMT) at the company's Starbase site on the Gulf of Mexico near Boca Chica, Texas. Key Points
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