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Opinion | Union Budget: Keeping The Kingmakers Happy
The middle class, which accounts for about 31% of India's population and makes up a core support block of the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), was beginning to feel discontented due to the huge tax burden on it.
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Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman Arrives At North Block Ahead Of Union Budget
Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman arrived at the North Block, which houses the Ministry of Finance, ahead of the presentation of the Union Budget 2025.
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UPI Transaction IDs With These Characters Will Be Blocked From February 1 - Here's How To Avoid It
UPI Transaction IDs: The circular, dated January 9, advised UPI ecosystem players to generate UPI transaction IDs using only alphanumeric characters to ensure compliance with UPI technical specifications.
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Bennu Asteroid Sample Reveals Organic Compounds That May Hint at Life Beyond Earth
NASA’s OSIRIS-REx mission has delivered a sample from asteroid Bennu, revealing amino acids, nucleobases, ammonia, and minerals formed in saltwater. These organic compounds, vital to life, suggest that the building blocks for life might have existed in other regions of the early solar system. The discovery of evaporite minerals, including halite ...
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DeepSeek Blocked on App Store, Google Play Store in Italy
DeepSeek could not be accessed on Wednesday in Apple and Google app stores in Italy. Ireland's Data Protection Commission said it had also requested information from DeepSeek about data processing in relation to Irish users.
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Did The US Spend $50 Million On Condoms For Gaza Aid? A Fact Check
President Donald Trump blocked a $50 million foreign aid programme intended for condoms in Gaza, White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt said on Wednesday.
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Why Heels Arent the Only Answer: Striking The Perfect Balance of Style, Comfort And Functionality
High heels have long been a symbol of elegance and confidence, but in todays world, finding the perfect balance between comfort, style and practicality is more important than ever. Explore how you can still look chic without compromising comfort.
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Life's 'Basic Building Blocks' Found In Asteroid Samples
The findings suggest Bennu's parent was once home to pockets of liquid water. When these evaporated, they left behind a "briny broth" of salts and minerals.
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White House Cancels Trumps Federal Funding Freeze Amid Chaos: Reports
The White House has withdrawn President Donald Trump's freeze on funding for federal aid programs, which caused chaos and was temporarily blocked by a judge, US media reported Wednesday.
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Jack Dorsey’s Block Introduces Codename Goose, an Open-Source AI Agent That Can Automate Coding Tasks
Jack Dorsey’s Block introduced an artificial intelligence (AI) agent dubbed Codename Goose on Tuesday. The parent company of mobile payments system Cash App, point-of-sale service Square, and music streaming platform Tidal, has now released an open-source AI agent that can handle software development tasks. The agent comes with compatibility for ...
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US Senate Blocks Bill To Impose Sanctions On International Criminal Court
Legislation that would have imposed sanctions on the International Criminal Court in protest of its arrest warrants for Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and his former defense minister was blocked in the U.S. Senate on Tuesday.
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DeepSeek Mayhem: How Chinese AI Startup Compares With ChatGPT, Others
DeepSeek is the new kid on the Artificial Intelligence-driven chatbot / large language model block, and it is threatening to blow the rest out of the water.
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Step Up Your Style Game: Explore The Top Trends And Deals On Footwear On Myntra
Footwear trends for 2025 are redefining comfort and style, and Myntra's footwear sale is the perfect opportunity to elevate your collection. From chic sliders to elegant block heels, these deals cover it all.
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Video: Chaos At Patna Junction As Crowd Blocks Doors Of Delhi-Bound Train
Chaos unfolded at the Patna Junction railway station as massive crowds attempted to board train, rendering passengers with reserved tickets unable to board.
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Video: Chaos At Patna Junction As Crowd Blocks Doors Of Delhi-Bound Train
Chaos unfolded at the Patna Junction railway station as massive crowds attempted to board train, rendering passengers with reserved tickets unable to board.
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Opinion | Union Budget: Keeping The Kingmakers Happy
The middle class, which accounts for about 31% of India's population and makes up a core support block of the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), was beginning to feel discontented due to the huge tax burden on it.
-
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman Arrives At North Block Ahead Of Union Budget
Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman arrived at the North Block, which houses the Ministry of Finance, ahead of the presentation of the Union Budget 2025.
-
UPI Transaction IDs With These Characters Will Be Blocked From February 1 - Here's How To Avoid It
UPI Transaction IDs: The circular, dated January 9, advised UPI ecosystem players to generate UPI transaction IDs using only alphanumeric characters to ensure compliance with UPI technical specifications.
-
Bennu Asteroid Sample Reveals Organic Compounds That May Hint at Life Beyond Earth
NASA’s OSIRIS-REx mission has delivered a sample from asteroid Bennu, revealing amino acids, nucleobases, ammonia, and minerals formed in saltwater. These organic compounds, vital to life, suggest that the building blocks for life might have existed in other regions of the early solar system. The discovery of evaporite minerals, including halite ...
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DeepSeek Blocked on App Store, Google Play Store in Italy
DeepSeek could not be accessed on Wednesday in Apple and Google app stores in Italy. Ireland's Data Protection Commission said it had also requested information from DeepSeek about data processing in relation to Irish users.
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Did The US Spend $50 Million On Condoms For Gaza Aid? A Fact Check
President Donald Trump blocked a $50 million foreign aid programme intended for condoms in Gaza, White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt said on Wednesday.
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Why Heels Arent the Only Answer: Striking The Perfect Balance of Style, Comfort And Functionality
High heels have long been a symbol of elegance and confidence, but in todays world, finding the perfect balance between comfort, style and practicality is more important than ever. Explore how you can still look chic without compromising comfort.
-
Life's 'Basic Building Blocks' Found In Asteroid Samples
The findings suggest Bennu's parent was once home to pockets of liquid water. When these evaporated, they left behind a "briny broth" of salts and minerals.
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White House Cancels Trumps Federal Funding Freeze Amid Chaos: Reports
The White House has withdrawn President Donald Trump's freeze on funding for federal aid programs, which caused chaos and was temporarily blocked by a judge, US media reported Wednesday.
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Jack Dorsey’s Block Introduces Codename Goose, an Open-Source AI Agent That Can Automate Coding Tasks
Jack Dorsey’s Block introduced an artificial intelligence (AI) agent dubbed Codename Goose on Tuesday. The parent company of mobile payments system Cash App, point-of-sale service Square, and music streaming platform Tidal, has now released an open-source AI agent that can handle software development tasks. The agent comes with compatibility for ...
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US Senate Blocks Bill To Impose Sanctions On International Criminal Court
Legislation that would have imposed sanctions on the International Criminal Court in protest of its arrest warrants for Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and his former defense minister was blocked in the U.S. Senate on Tuesday.
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DeepSeek Mayhem: How Chinese AI Startup Compares With ChatGPT, Others
DeepSeek is the new kid on the Artificial Intelligence-driven chatbot / large language model block, and it is threatening to blow the rest out of the water.
-
Step Up Your Style Game: Explore The Top Trends And Deals On Footwear On Myntra
Footwear trends for 2025 are redefining comfort and style, and Myntra's footwear sale is the perfect opportunity to elevate your collection. From chic sliders to elegant block heels, these deals cover it all.
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Video: Chaos At Patna Junction As Crowd Blocks Doors Of Delhi-Bound Train
Chaos unfolded at the Patna Junction railway station as massive crowds attempted to board train, rendering passengers with reserved tickets unable to board.
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Video: Chaos At Patna Junction As Crowd Blocks Doors Of Delhi-Bound Train
Chaos unfolded at the Patna Junction railway station as massive crowds attempted to board train, rendering passengers with reserved tickets unable to board.
