Cabinet approves Garib Kalyan food grain programme for another 5 years
The PM Garib Kalyan Yojana was initially started during the start of the Covid pandemic, where ration card holders were entitled to receive an additional five kg grains (wheat or rice of individual's choice). Also, chana was also being provided as part of the additional food distribution programme. Key Points
Economic TimesAnshu Zarbade: Having a plan B to fall back on gives an option to say no
Actor Anshu Zarbade advises newcomers to have a plan B in place and to understand the importance of doing big banner projects initially in their careers. She also highlights the need to be open to working across different mediums and mentions her passion for fashion design. Key Points
Hindustan TimesTexas: 21 injured in gas explosion at hotel in Fort Worth
In an evening update, police reported one person in critical condition and four seriously injured. Of the injured, 14 were transported to a hospital, and one person sought medical attention independently. Initially, there were reports of a missing person, but later it was confirmed that the individual had been located. Key Points
Economic TimesA timeline of Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce's relationship
Taylor Swift recently shared in an interview with Time magazine that her relationship with Travis Kelce began in July, following his mention of her on his podcast. In the podcast, Kelce expressed disappointment at not meeting Swift during her Eras Tour gig in Kansas City. This revelation extends the timeline of their relationship, indicating that it has been ongoing for a more extended period than initially thought. Key Points
Economic TimesSteven Tyler's band Aerosmith delays 2023 tour to 2024. This is what happened
Aerosmith has rescheduled their 2023 tour to 2024 due to Steven Tyler's severe vocal injury, initially misdiagnosed as bleeding vocal cords but later revealed to be a fractured larynx requiring ongoing care. Six tour dates are now set for early 2024, with refunds available for those unable to attend. Key Points
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Sensex, Nifty hit record highs in special trading session; Paytm shares fall
The S&P BSE Sensex rose to an all-time high of 73,982.12 before paring gains; the NSE Nifty50 also hit a record high initially. Key Points
India TodayDefence ministry denied Rahul's aircraft permission to land at Kochi naval airport, says Congress
Local Congress leader alleges that ministry initially granted landing permission but later withdrew it. As a result, the aircraft was directed to Cochin International Airport. Key Points
ThePrintHeavy firing at Balochistan camp following militant attack, all 6 terrorists killed
Six terrorists, who attacked a camp at Muslim Bagh town in Balochistan, were killed by security forces of the country on Saturday. The terrorists had initially been cornered into a building complex. Key Points
India TodayVidya Balan on the pressure of ‘airport looks’: ‘Earlier, I would duck into my car if I saw paparazzi, would pray they aren’t there’
Vidya Balan opened up about the paparazzi culture and the pressure to always be well-dressed. She also discussed the pay disparity and reasoned why men get more paid in the film industry. Key Points
The Indian ExpressNIA raids multiple locations in Madhya Pradesh, Maharashtra in ISIS conspiracy case
The case was initially registered by the Delhi Police’s Special Cell after the arrest of a Kashmiri couple, Jahanzaib Sami Wani and his wife Hina Bashir Beigh, from Okhla in Delhi. The couple was found to be affiliated with the ISKP. Key Points
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Wipro cuts freshers pay by 50 per cent, offers salary package of Rs 3.5 lakh per year
Wipro first promised to pay an annual package of Rs 6.5 lakh to freshers and it is now asking them to settle for almost 50 percent less salary than what it initially offered. Here is the full story. Key Points
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