Cyclone Michaung: Chennai airport closed till Tuesday morning as rain hammers city
Earlier, the flight operations were suspended till 11 pm on Tuesday. However, as rough weather persisted over the city, the suspension was extended till Tuesday morning. Key Points
Business TodayManipur violence: More than 50,000 people living in 349 relief camps
In the last 24 hours, security forces have 57 arms, 318 ammunition and five bombs from Porompat police station, Imphal East and Sugnu police stations and Kakching district. A total of 868 arms and 11,518 ammunition have been recovered till date. Key Points
Economic TimesGo First cancels all flights till May 26
India Business News: Go First Airlines has cancelled all its flights till May 26, citing operational reasons. Earlier, the airlines had cancelled flights till May 19."We r Key Points
Times Of IndiaWoman who accused black teen of ‘whistling at her’ in 1955, that led to his lynching, dies
Carolyn Bryant Donham, who accused a black teen of whistling at her and making sexual remarks in 1955, which led to his lynching, died on Tuesday in Louisiana. She was 88-years-old. Key Points
India TodaySchools closed in several parts of Uttar Pradesh due to cold wave. Check dates
Due to the cold wave and dense fog conditions in several parts of Uttar Pradesh, schools have been closed for students in Gautam Buddh Nagar, Ghaziabad, Mainpuri and Basti districts. Check the dates here. Key Points
India Today
No new quota till SC verdict, says Basavaraj Bommai
Appearing for the state government, Solicitor General Tushar Mehta said at the beginning of Tuesday's hearing that he will be filing the reply later in the day. I will be filing it today but the problem is I am in personal difficulty as I am arguing before the Constitution bench which is hearing pleas related to same-sex marriage. Kindly put the matter for some other day. Key Points
Economic TimesGovt extends zero import duty & agri-cess exemption on masur dal till March 2025
The Indian government has extended the zero import duty on masur dal (lentil) until March 2025 to maintain a stable supply and control domestic prices. The exemption, along with a 10% agri-infra cess, was set to expire in March 2024. The move aims to provide a clear signal to farmers in producing countries and encourage strategic planning for cultivation. Key Points
Economic TimesNHB Recruitment Exam 2023: Registration date extended till January 15
NHB Recruitment Exam 2023 registration date extended till January 15, 2024. Check notice here. Key Points
Hindustan TimesVi now seeks time till Dec to clear its statutory dues
Vodafone Idea has requested an extension until the end of December to clear all of its outstanding statutory dues citing liquidity issues and slower fundraising. In a reply to the Department of Telecommunications input, Vodafone Idea said it hopes to secure cash from banks and third party investors in the near future, and its promoters are committed to supporting the business. Key Points
Economic TimesRecord number of ITRs filed till October 31, 11.7% higher than last year
Record number of ITRs over 7.85 crore filed till October 31, 11.7% higher than last year Key Points
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Top wrestlers agree to suspend protest till June 15 on government's request
The wrestlers, after a nearly five-hour meeting with Sports Minister Anurag Thakur, said the government has also assured them that the police will withdraw the FIRs filed against them. The wrestlers were booked for violation of law and order on May 28 when they marched towards the new Parliament building without permission to hold 'Mahila Samman Mahapachayat'. Key Points
Economic TimesSAMS Odisha invites application for admission to Class 11, commencement of session from July 29
The admission process will commence with acceptance of application forms from 11 am of May 29 at the official website— samsodisha.gov.in. Key Points
The Indian ExpressCash-strapped Go First stops ticket sales till May 15, DGCA orders full refunds
GoFirst has informed DGCA that they have suspended their sale of tickets till May 15. The aviation regulator has ordered refund of tickets. Key Points
Hindustan TimesSchools for nursery till Class 8 closed in Noida till January 6
The order is directed at private schools where classes are still functioning. All the government schools were observing winter break till Jan 14. Key Points
Hindustan TimesOver 6.5 cr ITRs filed till evening; may cross 7 cr
Despite several representations from businesses, the income-tax department refused to extend the date for filing tax returns. Officials, however, said that the tax department will offer relief in penalty for those taxpayers who could not file their returns because of genuine difficulties. Key Points
Economic Times
India extends onion export ban till further orders
India exported onions worth $431.78 million in April-January FY24 with $187.5 million shipped to Bangladesh and $48.12 million to Sri Lanka. In December last year, the government prohibited the export of onions till March 31, 2024 but allowed their shipments based on permission granted by the central government to other countries on the request of other countries. Key Points
Economic TimesGovt extends export ban on de-oiled rice bran till March 2024
New Delhi, Dec 11 (PTI) The government has extended the export ban on de-oiled rice bran, a major ingredient in preparation of cattle and poultry feed, till March 31 next year, according to a notification. It was first banned in July this year. “Export prohibition of de-oiled rice bran is extended till March 31, 2024,” […] Key Points
ThePrintDelhi Air Pollution: Primary schools to stay closed till Nov 10; seniors to study online
Observing the worsening situation of Delhi's air quality, the state government on Sunday announced that primary schools will stay shut till November 10. Students from grades 6-12 may shift their classes online. Key Points
Economic TimesGovernment imposes minimum export price of USD 800 per tonne on onion till December 31
Onion prices have further risen to Rs 65-80 per kg in retail market of the national capital on lower supply. The government on Saturday imposed a minimum export price (MEP) of USD 800 per tonne on onion exports till December 31 this year with a view to increase availability of the vegetable in the domestic market and contain prices. Key Points
The Tribune IndiaLok Sabha adjourned till 12 noon amid uproar over Manipur issue
Prime Minister Narendra Modi is likely to interact with MPs of the BJP-led National Democratic Alliance (NDA) during the ongoing Monsoon session of Parliament. The parliamentarians have been divided into 10 groups for separate meetings with him. Key Points
Firstpost
CBIC extends deadline for filing April GST return for Manipur-based biz till May 31
Registered businesses in Manipur, a north-eastern state in India affected by ethnic clashes, have been granted an extension until 31 May to file monthly GST returns. The previously specified deadline dates had been due in May but have been pushed back due to ongoing political violence. The filing of GSTR-1, the statement of outward supplies, was postponed from 11 May, while GSTR-3B, the monthly tax payment form, and GSTR-7, for businesses that deduct tax at source, were set for 20 May and 10 May, respectively. Key Points
Economic TimesEPFO extends deadline for higher pension option application till June 26
The Employees’ Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO) has extended the deadline for filing applications to opt for a higher pension until June 26, 2023. The extension aims to enable all eligible persons to file their applications and to provide a larger window of opportunity. EPFO has made arrangements for obtaining applications for validation of option/joint option from pensioners/members, and an online facility is available to facilitate the process. The timeline is being extended to provide ample opportunity to the pensioners/members to ease out any difficulty being faced by them. Key Points
The HinduVishu 2023: Traditional sweet dishes to include in Vishu Sadya
Vishu is being celebrated on April 15 this year. Here are delicious sweet dishes you can include in Vishu Sadya while celebrating the Malayalam New Year. Key Points
Hindustan TimesUttar Pradesh: Gautam Budh Nagar schools will be closed till January 16 for classes preschool to Standard
The winter vacation for students of classes till eight has been extended by two more days due to prevailing weather conditions in the area, as per media reports. Earlier, the Gautam Buddh Nagar administration has instructed all schools in Noida and Greater Noida to declare holidays for students up to Class 8 until January 14. The District Basic Education Officer, Rahul Panwar, issued the order applicable to all schools recognised by the state board, CBSE, ICSE, IB, and others. Key Points
Economic TimesOver 6 crore ITRs filed for 2022-23 fiscal
As many as 5.83 crore tax returns have been filed for income earned in 2022-23 fiscal, thus crossing the number of ITRs filed till July 31 last year. The last date for filing income tax returns for the previous year by salaried class and those who do not have to get their accounts audited is July 31. Key Points
Economic Times
As many as 5.83 cr ITRs filed for 2022-23 fiscal
As many as 5.83 crore tax returns have been filed for income earned in 2022-23 fiscal, thus crossing the number of ITRs filed till July 31 last year. The last date for filing income tax returns for the previous year by salaried class and those who do not have to get their accounts audited is July 31. Key Points
Economic TimesPaddy sowing picking up in some areas: Agriculture Commissioner
Till last week, area under paddy was lower by 14.66 per cent at 5.32 lakh hectare as against 6.23 lakh hectare in the year-ago period, as per the Agriculture Ministry data. Key Points
Economic TimesCBIC extends interest waiver on customs duty payable via ECL till April 13
The Central Board of Indirect Taxes and Customs (CBIC) has extended the interest waiver on customs duty payments made through the Electronic Cash Ledger (ECL) until April 13. The decision comes after exporters and importers went through difficulty paying duties through the automated system. The CBIC had previously issued a statement saying that no interest would be charged on customs duties paid through ECL till April 10. Key Points
Economic TimesBudget session to be extended by a day till Feb 10
Budget session of Parliament extended till Saturday, alongside plans to present a 'white paper' analyzing Indian economy pre and post-2014. Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman hints at economic progress since 2014, emphasizing the need to learn from past mismanagement. Extension reflects government's commitment to transparent economic evaluation. Key Points
Economic TimesFog shrouds Delhi-NCR, cold wave likely in parts of Northwest India till Feb 8
Residents of Delhi and its neighbouring cities in the NCR woke up to thin fog on Tuesday morning. The weather office has predicted cold wave conditions to prevail in parts of Northwest India till February 8. Key Points
India Today
'Hey Ram': Oppn MPs react as AIIMS, other hospitals declare half-day on Jan 22
According to a notice by the AIIMS, Delhi, the central government has declared January 22 as a half-day holiday till 2.30pm. | Latest News India Key Points
Hindustan TimesNearly 8 crore ITRs filed till December 2
As of December 2, 2023, a total of 7.76 crore income tax returns for the financial year 2022-23 have been filed. More returns are expected to be filed by the end of December 31, 2023, which is the extended deadline. In the previous financial year (2021-22), 10.09 crore PAN holders paid taxes. Key Points
Economic TimesSSC Steno Grade C Exam: Last date for submission of applications extended
SSC Steno Grade C Exam application submission date extended. Check official notice below. | Competitive Exams Key Points
Hindustan TimesStruggle to trace 17 passengers of Jnanenswari Express lingers on even after 13 yrs
Rajesh Kumar Bhatra, who lost his wife and two children in the 2010 Jnaneswari Express accident, is still searching for his missing daughter. Bhatra has written to the Prime Minister's Office seeking justice and an update on the case, which has yet to be solved. At least 148 passengers were killed when the train derailed, but the bodies of 17 passengers, including Bhatra's daughter, could not be identified. The investigation was handed over to the CBI in 2010, but there has been no breakthrough in the case. | Kolkata News Key Points
Hindustan TimesOdisha holds bypolls for Jharsuguda Assembly seat
A total of 41.26% of the 2.21 lakh voters exercised their franchise till 1 pm on May 10 in Odisha’s Jharsuguda Assembly constituency, where a by-election is underway, an Election Commission official said. Key Points
The Hindu
Go First cancels all its flights till May 9, cites 'operational reasons'
Cash-strapped airline Go First has cancelled all flights till May 9 after filing for bankruptcy a few days ago. It has cited "operational reasons" behind its decision. Key Points
India TodayRani Mukerji: 'Would love to continue romancing Shah Rukh Khan till he's 95 and I'm 80'-Entertainment News , Firstpost
Rani was asked about the possible collaboration with Shah Rukh Khan in the near future. In her interview with India Today, she responded, 'Please have writers a wonderful mature love story with SRK.' Key Points
FirstpostEPFO extends last date for employers to upload wage details for higher pension by 5 months. Details here
Employers can upload the wage details online until May 31. More than 3.6 lakh applications for validation are still pending with the employers for processing, according to the labour ministry. Key Points
mintHimachal Pradesh: Amid incessant rains, teaching activities in the hilly state suspended till 19 August
At least 55 people have died in Himachal Pradesh due to heavy rainfall, with landslides and blocked roads causing havoc. The Himachal Pradesh University has suspended teaching activities until 19 August, while the library will be closed until 20 August. Key Points
mintCool day in Delhi-NCR as rain for June crosses 100mm mark
Delhi and parts of the National Capital Region experienced light to moderate showers, bringing the monthly total rainfall at Safdarjung beyond 100mm. The rain brought down temperatures and is expected to continue for the next six days. The city received surplus rain in June, with an early onset of the monsoon. However, despite the rain, Delhi's air quality returned to the "moderate" category. Waterlogging was reported in several areas of Delhi, Gurugram, and Noida. | Latest News Delhi Key Points
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