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Economy Recovering From Slowdown Witnessed In 2nd Quarter: RBI Bulletin
The Indian economy is recovering from the slowdown in momentum witnessed in the September quarter, driven by strong festival activity and a sustained upswing in rural demand, according to a Reserve Bank of India (RBI) bulletin released on Tuesday.
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TRAI Mandates Telecom Operators to Offer Specialised Voice and SMS Packs, Benefitting Consumers in Rural Areas
The Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI) issued the twelfth amendment to the Telecom Consumers Protection Regulations on Monday. This mandates telecommunications operators in India to offer specialised recharge vouchers with select services that concerned stakeholders require.
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Prince William, Kate Middleton To Launch Mental Health Programme
Prince William and Kate, both 42, are co-funding the new pilot scheme as additional mental health support to combat rural isolation and poor mental health.
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Woman Delivers Baby In Ambulance Due To Lack Of Facilities At Local Hospital
A 25-year-old woman with pregnancy complications delivered a baby in an ambulance with the help of a doctor onboard while being shifted from a rural hospital here to neighbouring Thane, officials said on Tuesday.
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Parliamentary Panel Raises Concern Over Low Wages Under Rural Employment Scheme
Flagging low wages under MGNREGA (Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Act), a Parliamentary panel has questioned why the remuneration under the flagship scheme was not linked to an inflation index.
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No Reason To Disallow Rally On Tipu Sultan's Birth Anniversary: Bombay High Court
The Bombay High Court on Thursday sought to know if there was a ban on celebrating Mysore ruler Tipu Sultan's birth anniversary, and directed the Pune rural police to decide on a plea that sought to hold a rally to commemorate the occasion.
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India's Rural Areas Drive Rise In Female Labour Force Participation: Study
Over the past five years, India has seen a significant rise in women's participation in the labour force, with rural areas leading the way, new research has revealed.
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Sir OTT Release Date: Tamil Action Drama Film Set to Stream on Aha Soon
The Tamil movie Sir, directed by Bose Venkat and starring Vemal, is set for its OTT release on Aha. Known for addressing societal issues through a compelling storyline, Sir follows a family of teachers fighting caste-based discrimination to bring education to their village. While the exact release date remains unconfirmed, reports indicate it could...
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Karnataka Replaces Governor With Chief Minister As University Chancellor
In a major decision, the Karnataka government has replaced the Governor with the Chief Minister as Chancellor of the Karnataka State Rural Development and Panchayat Raj University.
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SpaceX Launches India’s GSAT-20 Satellite, Providing Boost to Broadband and Satellite Communication
India's GSAT-20 satellite, launched by SpaceX's Falcon 9 rocket, aims to improve broadband connectivity across the country, with a focus on rural and remote regions. The satellite, weighing 4,700 kg, is now under ISRO’s control and is undergoing orbital adjustments. Once fully positioned in geostationary orbit, GSAT-20 will provide data transmiss...
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India’s Summer Maximum Temperature to See a Rise of 1.5 Degree Celsius by 2043, Claims New Climate Data
A new report highlights the growing climate crisis in India, predicting rising temperatures, increased extreme weather events, and food security threats. By 2057, maximum temperatures may rise by 1.5 degrees Celsius, with variations across regions. Changes in rainfall patterns could impact agriculture and rural livelihoods, particularly in the nort...
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Indian Gaming Market To Hit Rs 76,000 Crore, 66% Gamers From Small Towns: Report
The Indian gaming market has expanded from a metro-centric phenomenon in the 1990s to a national sensation, reaching rural areas as well.
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ACC Cement Donates Portable X-Ray Machine To TB Hospital In Chhattisgarh
ACC, the cement and building material company of the Adani Group, has donated a portable X-ray machine to the District Tuberculosis (TB) Hospital in rural Bilaspur, Chhattisgarh.
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Gumasthan OTT Release: Jaise Jose, Bibin George, Starrer Movie Streaming Detailed Leaked Online
Gumasthan, directed by Amal K. Joby and featuring Jaise Jose, Bibin George, and Dileesh Pothan, is set to release on OTT platforms following its theatrical debut on September 27, 2024. The film combines suspense and drama against a rural backdrop. While an official confirmation for streaming on Amazon Prime is pending, audiences are eagerly awaitin...
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How Adani Foundation At ACC Tikaria Empowered Rural Entrepreneurs Of Gudur
ACC, the cement and building material company of the diversified Adani Portfolio, along with the Adani Foundation, is enabling rural entrepreneurship across Gudur Gram Panchayat near ACC Tikaria.
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Economy Recovering From Slowdown Witnessed In 2nd Quarter: RBI Bulletin
The Indian economy is recovering from the slowdown in momentum witnessed in the September quarter, driven by strong festival activity and a sustained upswing in rural demand, according to a Reserve Bank of India (RBI) bulletin released on Tuesday.
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TRAI Mandates Telecom Operators to Offer Specialised Voice and SMS Packs, Benefitting Consumers in Rural Areas
The Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI) issued the twelfth amendment to the Telecom Consumers Protection Regulations on Monday. This mandates telecommunications operators in India to offer specialised recharge vouchers with select services that concerned stakeholders require.
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Prince William, Kate Middleton To Launch Mental Health Programme
Prince William and Kate, both 42, are co-funding the new pilot scheme as additional mental health support to combat rural isolation and poor mental health.
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Woman Delivers Baby In Ambulance Due To Lack Of Facilities At Local Hospital
A 25-year-old woman with pregnancy complications delivered a baby in an ambulance with the help of a doctor onboard while being shifted from a rural hospital here to neighbouring Thane, officials said on Tuesday.
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Parliamentary Panel Raises Concern Over Low Wages Under Rural Employment Scheme
Flagging low wages under MGNREGA (Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Act), a Parliamentary panel has questioned why the remuneration under the flagship scheme was not linked to an inflation index.
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No Reason To Disallow Rally On Tipu Sultan's Birth Anniversary: Bombay High Court
The Bombay High Court on Thursday sought to know if there was a ban on celebrating Mysore ruler Tipu Sultan's birth anniversary, and directed the Pune rural police to decide on a plea that sought to hold a rally to commemorate the occasion.
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India's Rural Areas Drive Rise In Female Labour Force Participation: Study
Over the past five years, India has seen a significant rise in women's participation in the labour force, with rural areas leading the way, new research has revealed.
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Sir OTT Release Date: Tamil Action Drama Film Set to Stream on Aha Soon
The Tamil movie Sir, directed by Bose Venkat and starring Vemal, is set for its OTT release on Aha. Known for addressing societal issues through a compelling storyline, Sir follows a family of teachers fighting caste-based discrimination to bring education to their village. While the exact release date remains unconfirmed, reports indicate it could...
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Karnataka Replaces Governor With Chief Minister As University Chancellor
In a major decision, the Karnataka government has replaced the Governor with the Chief Minister as Chancellor of the Karnataka State Rural Development and Panchayat Raj University.
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SpaceX Launches India’s GSAT-20 Satellite, Providing Boost to Broadband and Satellite Communication
India's GSAT-20 satellite, launched by SpaceX's Falcon 9 rocket, aims to improve broadband connectivity across the country, with a focus on rural and remote regions. The satellite, weighing 4,700 kg, is now under ISRO’s control and is undergoing orbital adjustments. Once fully positioned in geostationary orbit, GSAT-20 will provide data transmiss...
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India’s Summer Maximum Temperature to See a Rise of 1.5 Degree Celsius by 2043, Claims New Climate Data
A new report highlights the growing climate crisis in India, predicting rising temperatures, increased extreme weather events, and food security threats. By 2057, maximum temperatures may rise by 1.5 degrees Celsius, with variations across regions. Changes in rainfall patterns could impact agriculture and rural livelihoods, particularly in the nort...
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Indian Gaming Market To Hit Rs 76,000 Crore, 66% Gamers From Small Towns: Report
The Indian gaming market has expanded from a metro-centric phenomenon in the 1990s to a national sensation, reaching rural areas as well.
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ACC Cement Donates Portable X-Ray Machine To TB Hospital In Chhattisgarh
ACC, the cement and building material company of the Adani Group, has donated a portable X-ray machine to the District Tuberculosis (TB) Hospital in rural Bilaspur, Chhattisgarh.
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Gumasthan OTT Release: Jaise Jose, Bibin George, Starrer Movie Streaming Detailed Leaked Online
Gumasthan, directed by Amal K. Joby and featuring Jaise Jose, Bibin George, and Dileesh Pothan, is set to release on OTT platforms following its theatrical debut on September 27, 2024. The film combines suspense and drama against a rural backdrop. While an official confirmation for streaming on Amazon Prime is pending, audiences are eagerly awaitin...
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How Adani Foundation At ACC Tikaria Empowered Rural Entrepreneurs Of Gudur
ACC, the cement and building material company of the diversified Adani Portfolio, along with the Adani Foundation, is enabling rural entrepreneurship across Gudur Gram Panchayat near ACC Tikaria.
