CM Yogi Adityanath cancels exam to recruit ROs, AROs; to be held within 6 months
Following reports of paper leak, chief minister Yogi Adityanath on Saturday cancelled the preliminary exam conducted for the recruitment of review officers, and assistant review officer. The exam was conducted by the Uttar Pradesh Public Service Commission on Feb 11. Yogi directed the officials to reconduct the exam within six months. Key Points
Times Of IndiaUP govt cancels RO/ARO exam over paper leak
The preliminary exam for review Officers and Assistant review Officers in Uttar Pradesh was cancelled due to a paper leak. The government provided evidence of examination influence and issued a cancellation instruction based on social media complaints. Key Points
Economic TimesFin sector, reforms may drive India's growth at 7 per cent in FY25, says government
Presented ahead of the interim budget for FY25, the review identified education, health and energy security; reducing the compliance burden for small businesses; and improving labour market gender balance as the priority areas for future reforms. It flagged the elevated risk of geopolitical conflicts as an area of concern. Key Points
Economic TimesThe merits of a year-end personal audit: Life Hacks by Charles Assisi
Recency bias can make it easy to lose sight of small achievements, new passions and little victories. But they all build up to bigger change. Key Points
Hindustan TimesAustralia unveils biggest defence reform in decades
Australia has launched a major defence revamp to develop military capabilities for deterring China and other adversaries. The strategic review calls for a sharp shift toward long-range deterrence using missiles, submarines and cyber tools. Australia's planners have viewed China's military rise warily, fearing that Beijing could effectively cut the country off from trading partners and global supply chains. Key Points
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India, Asean discuss review of trade agreement
Eight sub-committees have been constituted under the India-Asean free trade agreement joint committee for the review of the pact. The AITIGA Joint Committee aims to conclude the review in 2025 and address the long-standing demand of Indian businesses to eliminate barriers and misuse of the trade pact. Key Points
Economic TimesElon Musk reacts to Jeff Bezos’ viral review of milk on Amazon
Jeff Bezos used to review products on Amazon. One of his reviews about a company selling milk went viral online and captured Elon Musk’s attention. | Trending Key Points
Hindustan TimesInnovation in farm practices must to meet food basket demand
The review highlights the importance of continuous innovation, technology adoption, and diversified food baskets in meeting the growing demands. It emphasizes the need for policy consistency to expand market and production choices for farmers. India's agriculture exports reached ₹4.2 lakh crore in FY23, surpassing previous records. Key Points
Economic TimesAnti-money laundering law ambit widened: A look at the changes
The Indian government has widened the ambit of its anti-money laundering law by bringing in new reporting entities, and changed the way financial transactions are recorded, giving more powers to authorities. The changes seek to make the framework more effective and compliant. The changes come as India prepares for a review by Financial Action Task Force (FATF) in November. Key Points
Economic TimesBilkis Bano case | SC lashes out as Centre, Gujarat claim privilege over remission files
The Supreme Court had sought a response from the Centre, Gujarat government and others on a plea filed by Bilkis Bano, who was gang-raped and seven members of her family were killed during the 2002 post-Godhra riots. Learn more about the latest updates on this ongoing case at The Hindu. Key Points
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Rs 95,000 cr investment in PLI till Nov: DPIIT review
As per the review, the government has approved 746 PLI applications till November 2023 and established PLI units in more than 150 districts across 24 states. Moreover, import substitution of 60% has been achieved in the telecom sector and India has become almost self–reliant in Antennae, GPON (Gigabit Passive Optical Network) & CPE (Customer Premises Equipment). Key Points
Economic TimesMission Impossible 7 first reviews are in, Tom Cruise film gets 98% Fresh rating
Tom Cruise is getting high praise for his latest instalment in the Mission Impossible franchise. The film's action got the most attention. | Hollywood Key Points
Hindustan TimesPakistan says IMF conditions for USD 1.2 billion tranche met
According to experts, new Pakistan government would have to enter into fresh talks with IMF to get a new loan. Pakistan has met the IMF’s benchmarks... Key Points
The Tribune IndiaHaryana sets timeline for mapping inundated land
The CS said that chief minister Manohar Lal Khattar has directed that schemes have to be prepared to deal with floods and stagnant water before the sowing season commences. The meeting was called by CS as a follow-up of the review meeting held by the CM to review public grievances received at CM window. Key Points
Hindustan TimesSwarup Mohanty on art of rebalancing a well diversified portfolio
Rebalancing an investment portfolio at specific periodic levels is more favourable than buying and holding because it offers a sustainable process that can approach the volatility and the upsides and downsides of the market unemotionally through a mathematical approach, according to Swarup Mohanty, CEO, Mirae Asset Investment Managers (India). Investors should review and rebalance their portfolios periodically, and rebalancing can help maintain the actual asset allocation closest to their risk profile, he said. Key Points
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Paytm share tanks 10%, closes at Rs 380
New Delhi: Shares of One97 Communications, which owns the brand Paytm, tanked 10% on the exchanges on Tuesday after RBI ruled out any review of the... Key Points
The Tribune IndiaRule curbing AI chip exports to China under final review
A U.S. rule that restricts shipments of certain advanced chips to China has been revised and is under final review, according to a government posting, suggesting that further curbs on chips that can be used for artificial intelligence are coming soon. Key Points
ReutersGujarat HC to hear Arvind Kejriwal's petition in PM Modi degree case today
The Gujarat High Court will hear Arvind Kejriwal's petition seeking a review of its order related to PM Modi's degree. Kejriwal claims the degree is not available in the public domain. Key Points
mintU.S. review of China tariffs won't depend on trade 'breakthrough'-Deputy USTR
The United States is taking an analytical approach to its review of whether to keep tariffs on Chinese goods in place and will not base outcomes on any “breakthrough” in U.S.-China trade relations Key Points
The HinduIndia says risks weigh on FY24 growth forecast, but macros stable
There are risks to India achieving its real growth forecast of 6.5% for the financial year that started April 1, partly due to a rise in oil prices and troubles in the global financial markets, the government said on Tuesday. Key Points
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‘Star wanting…’: Manjrekar's hard-hitting remark after India waste DRS calls
Former Indian cricketer Sanjay Manjrekar questioned Team India's tactics after the hosts ended up losing two of their reviews early in the 1st innings against Australia. All-rounder Ravindra Jadeja emerged as the pick of the bowlers for the hosts on Day 1 of the Indore Test. | Cricket Key Points
Hindustan TimesIndia, ASEAN to conclude trade pact review by 2025
India and the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) have agreed to review their free trade agreement in goods, called the ASEAN-India Trade in Goods Agreement (AITIGA), by 2025. The review aims to address concerns about barriers and misuse of the trade pact, as well as the widening trade deficit between India and the bloc. Key Points
Economic TimesST status for Meiteis: HC notice to Centre, State on review petition filed by Meitei body
The Manipur High Court on June 19 admitted a review petition seeking to modify its contentious March 27 order, which had directed the State government to recommend the inclusion of the Meitei community in the Scheduled Tribes (ST) list. The court issued notices on the petition to the Union government and the State government on Monday, seeking their response by the next date of hearing. Key Points
The HinduUS FDIC launches special review of alleged of sexual harassment, misconduct
A special committee will oversee a review of alleged toxic workplace culture and sexual harassment, the U.S. Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation announced Tuesday, as the top banking regulator faced a reckoning following reports in the Wall Street Journal this month. Key Points
ReutersComedian pokes fun at performance review process. Watch
Comedian Aiyyo Shraddha has injected some humour into the ongoing performance review process season. She shared the hilarious video on Instagram. | Trending Key Points
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U.S. Fed may reverse rules that masked losses on SVB's securities - WSJ
U.S. Federal Reserve is considering ending an exemption that has allowed certain midsize banks to conceal losses on securities they hold, the Wall Street Journal reported on Friday, signaling a retightening of bank oversight is in the cards following last month's failures of Silicon Valley Bank and Signature Bank. Key Points
ReutersCovid empowered groups to conduct review meeting in Delhi
According to the sources, this is a review meeting to know the Covid-19 situation and preparedness in the country. Dr V K Paul, Director General Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR) Dr Rajiv Bahl and other senior health officials will attend this meeting, added the official sources. Key Points
Economic TimesFM Sitharaman reviews public sector banks amid volatility in U.S. banking system
Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman on March 25 chaired a meeting to review the performance of government-owned banks. Various financial, efficiency and health parameters in the banking sector were reviewed. Key Points
The HinduHarvard Continues to Back Its President Claudine Gay After New Plagiarism Allegations
Claudine Gay will add attributions to her Ph.D. dissertation, the school said, but a board subcommittee again cleared her of research misconduct. Key Points
mintGST rationalisation: review going on, a rate reset may come by September end
GST rate rationalisation: The group of ministers has postponed restructuring tax slabs, but has continued to review rates for items in the 12% and 18% brackets. They are considering sectors like health insurance, restaurants, and some food products. Final decisions on specific goods and services are anticipated by the end of September. Key Points
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SC judge Sanjiv Khanna recuses from considering review pleas on same-sex marriage
Supreme Court judge Sanjiv Khanna has recused himself from considering pleas for review of the apex court's judgement last year, which declined legal recognition to same-sex marriage. Khanna cited personal reasons for his recusal. The recusal would require reconstitution of a fresh five-judge constitution bench by Chief Justice D Y Chandrachud for considering the review pleas. Key Points
Economic TimesRBI rules out review of action taken against Paytm Payments Bank
Says prime objective is to protect the interest of customers and depositors. Reserve Bank of India Governor Shaktikanta Das on Monday ruled out any review... Key Points
The Tribune IndiaUPPSC RO/ARO 2023 admit card releasing today, here’s how to download
UPPSC RO/ARO 2023 admit card will be released today, February 2, 2024. The steps to download is given here. | Competitive Exams Key Points
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