India allows potato imports from Bhutan sans license till June 2024
India imported fresh or chilled potatoes worth $1.02 million in 2022-23. In a separate notification, the DGFT said that the import of 17,000 metric tonnes of fresh (green) areca nut without a minimum import price (MIP) condition from Bhutan will also be allowed through LCS (land customs station) Chamurchi (INCHMB). Key Points
Economic TimesMahatma Gandhi's great-grandson detained ahead of Quit India Day march, released
Tushar Gandhi, the great-grandson of Mahatma Gandhi, was detained for few hours in Mumbai while he was on his way to attend a march on the anniversary of the Quit India movement in 1942. He was later released and allowed to go to the march. Key Points
India TodayFriday prayers not allowed at Jamia Mosque, Mirwaiz under house arrest: Anjuman Auqaf
For the third consecutive Friday, prayers at Kashmir's grand mosque were not allowed and Mirwaiz Umar Farooq was placed under house arrest due to concerns of protests over the Gaza bombings. The situation in Jammu and Kashmir is described as a "fragile normalcy." Key Points
Hindustan TimesFrom wooden stick to trek timing: Tirupati announces new rules for devotees; all you need to know
Each devotee trekking the footpath will be provided with a wooden stick for self-defense. Parents with children aged below 12 years will be allowed to trek the footpath routes only between 5 am and 2 pm only. Key Points
Business TodayImran Khan loyalists would be allowed to contest polls: Caretaker prime minister Kakar
The Election Commission of Pakistan has announced the last week of January 2024 for general elections. Pakistan’s caretaker Prime Minister Anwaarul Haq Kakar said on Tuesday that the loyalists of Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf chairman Imran Khan would be allowed to contest the upcoming polls. Key Points
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DPIIT notifies changes in FDI norms in space sector
The government has allowed 100 per cent overseas investment in making components for satellites, as part of efforts to attract foreign players and private companies into the segment. The investee entity shall be subject to sectoral guidelines as issued by the Department of Space from time to time, the DPIIT press note said. Key Points
Economic Times'House locked, not allowed to meet anyone': Omar Abdullah shares video claiming 'house arrest'
'I am speaking to all of you like this as my house has been locked and I am not allowed to meet anyone. I wanted to give my reaction to the media on what happened in SC today, but the media is not allowed to come to my house and I am not allowed to step out...,' he said in a video shared on X Key Points
FirstpostPublic digital infrastructure helped micro level players grow in India: FM Sitharaman
India's use of public funds to build its digital infrastructure has allowed even small businesses and individuals to benefit, Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman said on Saturday. This approach, she added, has allowed India to experience a digital revolution that has connected even the most remote corners of the country to global markets. Key Points
Economic TimesIndia permits white rice exports to Singapore, Bhutan, Mauritius
India has allowed the export of non-basmati white rice to Bhutan, Mauritius, and Singapore. The Directorate General of Foreign Trade has allocated export quotas for these countries, with 79,000 metric tons to Bhutan, 50,000 tons to Singapore, and 14,000 tons to Mauritius. Key Points
Economic TimesVinesh Phogat makes cut for Asian Olympic qualifiers after unprecedented drama in trials
Vinesh Phogat, who has been at the forefront of an emotionally-charged protest against former Wrestling Federation of India chief Brij Bhushan Sharan Singh after accusing him of sexual harassment, defeated Shivani 11-6 to book a place in the Qualifiers to be held in Bishkek, Kyrgyzstan from April 19 to 21. The 29-year-old is a two-time Olympian and an Asian and Commonwealth Games gold-medallist. Key Points
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Air India Dubai-Delhi flight incident: DGCA orders derostering of entire crew pending investigations
Aviation watchdog DGCA has directed Air India to deroster the entire crew of a Dubai-Delhi flight after a pilot allowed a female friend into the cockpit in late February, according to a senior official. While there was no immediate comment from Air India on the latest development, the airline, on April 21, said it had taken a serious note of the reported incident and that investigations were underway. Key Points
Economic Times'I did what my grandfather did while leaving Pak': Entrepreneur's 'jugaad' at US visa interview goes viral
Abbot's post garnered more than 40,000 views and hundreds of likes. The post also got several replies. "Desi jugaad>Videshi guidelines," wrote one user. "Quite a similar method I used for my phone during my entrance exam. Glad I'm not alone," said another. Key Points
Business TodayIndia allows export of 30,000 tonnes of non-basmati white rice to Tanzania
The Indian government has permitted exports of 30,000 tonnes of non-basmati white rice to Tanzania and 80,000 tonnes of broken rice to Djibouti and Guinea Bissau. The exports are allowed to meet the food security needs of these countries. Key Points
Economic TimesCiting customers’ interest, RBI gives Paytm relief till March 15
The RBI on Friday gave customers and merchants of Paytm Payments Bank Ltd (PPBL) 15 more days to shift their accounts to... Key Points
The Tribune IndiaSebi, exchanges ease trading rule for stocks under enhanced surveillance framework
Under the existing ESM framework rule, stocks were allowed to trade only once a week. However, trading in them will now be allowed on all days, the exchanges said in a circular. Key Points
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Govt to sell up to 7% stake in HUDCO via OFS; floor price fixed at Rs 79/share
The offer price is at a 12% discount to the current market price. Under the OFS, the government will offload 7 crore equity shares, representing about 3.5% of equity with an oversubscription option of another 3.5%. Key Points
Economic TimesHDFC Bank revises charges, fees structure on personal loans from 24 April
The HDFC Bank scrip had closed 0.34 per cent down at ₹1,557.30 a piece on the BSE on Friday Key Points
mintBride falls ill just before her wedding, gets married inside hospital ward
The bride's family initially wanted to take her to the wedding venue for an hour. However, the hospital allowed them to hold the ceremony in the ward. | Trending Key Points
Hindustan TimesRBI proposes stricter rules for housing finance companies
The Reserve Bank of India plans to tighten deposit mobilisation rules for housing finance companies like PNB Housing Finance and LIC Housing Finance to align them with other non-banking finance companies. HFCs without investment grade credit ratings will be barred from raising public deposits. The ceiling on public deposits for compliant HFCs will be reduced to 1.5 times net owned funds. Key Points
Economic TimesIndia allows exports of essential goods to Maldives despite strained ties
India has permitted limited exports of essential commodities like sugar, wheat, rice, and onions to the Maldives, despite strained relations between Male and New Delhi due to increasing Chinese influence. The move comes amid Indian restrictions on exports to manage local prices ahead of elections. Key Points
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Focus on L-G as Arvind Kejriwal continues to be CM; experts: Any place can be jail
Technically, Kejriwal can continue as CM till he is convicted in a case. However, there are other practicalities in administering a state from custody or jail. The jail manual lays down specifically that an undertrial is allowed meetings only twice a week. Conducting Cabinet meetings and maintaining secrecy of government files would be difficult if carried to the Tihar Central Jail. Undwrtrials are allowed only specific documents, including court applications and vakalatnamas. Key Points
Economic TimesRelief for telcos: SC sets aside HC order on taxing sim card sale discounts
The Supreme Court granted relief to telecom companies, including Bharti Airtel and Vodafone Idea, by setting aside high court orders and ruling that Section 194H of the Income Tax Act does not apply to them in this case. The judgment pertained to the applicability of TDS on discounts given to pre-paid distributors for the sale of SIM/Recharge Vouchers. The court dismissed the Income Tax department's appeals. Key Points
Economic Times'Gyanvapi verdict a violation of Places of Worship Act': Asaduddin Owaisi
“This is violation of Places of Worship Act… Ordered to open the grills within 7 days. 30 days should have been given to make an appeal…” Owaisi said. | Latest News India Key Points
Hindustan TimesIndian companies can now list on international bourses in GIFT City
India Business News: Indian companies are now allowed to list directly on international exchanges in GIFT City, providing them access to a wider pool of investors. This move will boost foreign investment flows and broaden the investor base for Indian companies. Key Points
Times Of India'Leave The World Behind': Strangers, danger and layers, says Julia Roberts
By Hanna Rantala LONDON (Reuters) - U.S. actress Julia Roberts says her new film "Leave The World Behind" is a multilayered disaster thriller that allowed her to play someone very different from Key Points
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Why should Salman Khan fanboys have all the fun? Let Swifties run wild
Fanboys of Salman Khan, Rajinikanth, Shah Rukh Khan and Mahesh Babu are allowed to run wild in theatres. But Taylor Swift fans are called ‘cringe’ for dancing. Key Points
ThePrintDelhi odd-even rule for cars back from November 13 . Five things you need to know
With Delhi's pollution levels set to worsen further after Diwali, the Arvind Kejriwal government has announced the return of the odd-even car scheme from November 13 to 20. A decision to extend this scheme will be made later. The vehicle restriction scheme allows cars to ply on alternate days depending on their odd or even license plate numbers. Odd-numbered plates will be permitted on odd dates, while even-numbered plates will operate on even dates. Notably, the scheme, initially introduced in 2016 to combat vehicular pollution, was enforced in 2017 and 2019 as well. Key Points
Economic TimesTelangana assembly polls to be held on November 30, nomination filing would begin today
The polling will be held on November 30 from 5 AM to 5 PM, barring some places where it ends at 4 PM. The counting of votes will be taken up on December 3. Key Points
FirstpostCricket World Cup: South Africa thrash Australia by 134 runs
The Proteas got early wickets and never allowed the Australian side to settle down to register their second consecutive victory of the showpiece tournament in Lucknow. Australia were bowled out for 177 in 40.5 overs. With this victory, South Africa have climbed to the top of the points table. The Proteas scored 311/7 after Quinton de Kock scored a ton, his second of the tournament. Key Points
Economic TimesForeign tourists can now stay overnight in Ladakh's high-altitude Hanle village
Until September 15, Hanle was off-limits to foreign tourists. Only domestic tourists were allowed to visit the high-altitude village, home to Hanle observatory. | Travel Key Points
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Delhi rape case: Women's panel head sleeps on hospital premises floor in protest
Delhi Commission for Women (DCW) chief Swati Maliwal accused the police of indulging in "hooliganism" and not meeting the rape survivor at the hospital. She slept on the floor of the hospital premises in protest. Key Points
India TodayDU Admission 2023: UG phase 2 registration from today, merit list on August 1
Candidates who have qualified in CUET UG and had completed the first phase of CSAS have to complete the second phase on admission.uod.ac.in. Key Points
Hindustan TimesStopped from voting in rural polls, allege voters in Kolkata's New Town
Voters in Kolkata's New Town area claim that they were stopped from voting in the West Bengal panchayat elections by goons blocking access to polling booths. Smart city residents belonging to the New Town Forum group had been protesting against their inclusion in the panchayat area and had also decided to boycott the polls. However, the group accused the ruling Trinamool Congress party of using our boycott call to loot votes . Key Points
Economic TimesGoogle Doodle celebrates the Japanese star festival Tanabata
Google is celebrating the Japanese festival Tanabata with a special doodle. The festival is based on the ancient Chinese legend of two star-crossed lovers. Key Points
mintSVB Financial gets court approval to sell investment bank
A U.S. bankruptcy judge on Wednesday allowed SVB Financial Group, owner of bankrupt Silicon Valley Bank, to sell its investment banking business to the division's founder. Key Points
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