Cong MLA's linking CPI(M) with mafia leaves Kerala CM fuming
Thiruvananthapuram, Feb 2 (IANS) The Kerala Assembly on Thursday witnessed angry exchanges between the treasury and the opposition benches after a Congress MLA accused the ruling CPI(M) of having links with the mafia.
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General 12:44 PMOppn demands JPC probe into Hindenburg report on Adani
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Focus General 12:02 PMEPS, OPS field candidates for Erode East bypoll: TN BJP confused on support
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Serendipity Arles Grant 2023-24 is now open
New Delhi, Feb 2 (IANS) The Serendipity Arts Foundation and Les Rencontres d'Arles have announced the second edition of the biggest photography, video and new media grant, supported by the French Institute in India/Embassy of France in India, with the shared purpose of promoting cultural practices in South Asia.
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Ishara International Puppet Theatre Festival in Delhi and Chandigarh soon
New Delhi, Feb 2 (IANS) The Ishara International Puppet Theatre Festival is back for its 19th edition this year, and will take place from February 14 to 20 at the India Habitat Centre in the national capital, and February 13 to 16 at Tagore Theatre in Chandigarh. Produced by Teamwork Arts, it is largely supported by the Ishara Puppet Theatre Trust.
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India lists Pak-based terrorist Abdul Rehman Makki as UN-listed terrorist
New Delhi, Feb 1 (IANS) Weeks after the United Nations Security Council (UNSC) listed Lashkar-e-Taiba's (LeT) deputy chief Abdul Rehman Makki as a global terrorist, the Ministry of External Affairs on Wednesday listed him as a UN-listed terrorist. As per the MEA, the order comes into effect immediately.
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PMK attacks Stalin over land acquisition for Neyveli Lignite Corp
Chennai, Feb 1 (IANS) Tamil Nadu's PMK on Wednesday said that it would undertake a series of agitations against land acquisition by the Neyveli Lignite Corporation India Ltd (NLCIL).
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Why not create National Elephant Conservation Authority, SC asks Centre
New Delhi, Feb 1 (IANS) The Supreme Court on Wednesday sought reply from Centre on a 2010 'Gajah Report' recommendation on conferring statutory status to a proposed body National Elephant Conservation Authority (NECA) for the preservation of elephant corridors.
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Male student faints after finding himself among 500 girls in Bihar exam centre
Patna, Feb 1 (IANS) A Class 12 student fell unconscious in the examination hall on Wednesday after finding himself the lone male among 500 girl students in Bihar's Nalanda district, his family said.
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Woman found dead near TN tiger reserve
Chennai, Feb 1 (IANS) A 50-year-old woman was found dead on Wednesday near the Madumalai Tiger Reserve (MTR) in Tamil Nadu.
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Is ailing Oommen Chandy 'waiting for faith healing'?
Thiruvananthapuram, Feb 1 (IANS) A piquant situation has arisen with there being speculation whether in this age of modern medical science, two-time Kerala Congress Chief Minister Oommen Chandy is now waiting for faith healing to take place for his throat cancer which is in an advanced stage.
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Kanha Music Festival in Hyderabad
By IANSlife
New Delhi, Feb 1 (IANSlife) Heartfulness is bringing the unique Kanha Music Festival to Hyderabad, where eight legendary Indian music masters will perform live to commemorate Lalaji Maharaj, Adi Guru of the Shri Ram Chandra Mission, turning 150 years old. The event will take place at Kanha Shanti Vanam, the Heartfulness Headquarters. On this occasion, a display from the Inner Peace Museum will also be unveiled.
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Travellers are exploring off-the-beaten destinations
By IANSlife
New Delhi, Feb 1 (IANSlife) Airbnb presents a round-up of key trends that have emerged in India and how travellers are embracing new forms of travel. New data reveals that international travel saw a strong recovery in 2022, with Indians searching for the most iconic cities around the world with Airbnb. The most searched for destinations internationally by Indian guests as of Q3 2022 included:
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5 ways to wear February gemstone Amethyst
By N. Lothungbeni Humtsoe
New Delhi, Feb 1 (IANSlife) According to the American Gems Society, the February birthstone, amethyst, is a magnificent blend of violet and red that may be found all over the world. This powerful stone is considered to have the power to connect the physical and spiritual realms. It is associated with the Third Eye chakra, which is located in the centre of the forehead and is thought to be the source of intuition, perception, and awareness.
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Erode East bypoll: AIADMK to field former MLA K.S. Thenarassu
Chennai, Feb 1 (IANS) AIADMK interim General Secretary K. Palaniswami (EPS) on Wednesday announced former MLA K.S. Thenarassu will be the party candidate for the Erode East by-election, slated to be held on February 27.
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No tax on income up to Rs 7L in new tax regime, says FM
General 01:02 PMNew Delhi, Feb 1 (IANS) Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman on Wednesday announced new tax slabs for 2023-24, under which no tax would be payable for income up to Rs 7 lakh per annum under the new income tax regime.
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Mekedatu project: Curfew clamped as farmers gear up for ground breaking ceremony condemning delay
Ramanagar, Feb 1 (IANS) Prohibitory orders have been clamped in the surrounding areas of Mekedatu Sangama near Kanakapura town as the farmers gear up to perform the ground breaking ceremony themselves condemning the delay in implementation of the Mekedatu project.
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Indian economy on right track, says Sitharaman
General 11:20 AMNew Delhi, Feb 1 (IANS) While presenting the Union Budget 2023-24 in Lok Sabha, Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman on Wednesday said the Indian economy is on a "right track and heading towards a bright future".
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Bears in north Bengal to be fitted with radio collars for movement tracking
Kolkata, Feb 1 (IANS) Asiatic black bears in the hills and jungles in north Bengal will soon be fitted with radio collars to track their movements, as per the state Forest department.
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The 2023 Formula 1 season begins
By IANSlife
New Delhi, Feb 1 (IANSlife) One of the most prominent motor racing events in the world, Formula 1 is also one of the most watched annual athletic events. In 2023, it is projected that Bahrain's top athletic event and entertainment spectacular will grow even larger and better, offering fans a singular blend of the best racing and breathtaking off-track thrills.
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Synchronised vulture survey: TN forest department seeks support of Kerala, K'taka
Chennai, Feb 1 (IANS) The Tamil Nadu forest department has sought the support of Kerala and Karnataka forest departments for a synchronised vulture survey to be held in March.
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Clear sky in Jammu, cloudy in Kashmir for next 24 hrs
Srinagar, Feb 1 (IANS) Weather was dry in J&K during the last 24 hours as the MeT office said on Wednesday that mainly clear sky in Jammu and partly to generally cloudy in Kashmir division is likely in the next 24 hours.
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Union Budget 2023-24: FM Sitharaman reaches Rashtrapati Bhavan
General 09:20 AMNew Delhi, Feb 1 (IANS) Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman reached Rashtrapati Bhavan to call on President Droupadi Murmu before presenting the Union Budget for 2023-24 in the Lok Sabha.
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China imposes mandatory Covid tests for arrivals from S.Korea
Seoul/Beijing, Feb 1 (IANS) China resumed mandatory Covid-19 tests for arrivals from South Korea on Wednesday, in its latest tit-for-tat response over Seoul's strengthened anti-virus curbs against travellers from the neighbouring nation.
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65K people benefitted from Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana in J&K's Rajouri
By Altaf Hussain Janjua
Srinagar, Jan 31 (IANS) Millions of people in the border districts of Rajouri and Poonch of Jammu and Kashmir still live below the poverty line.
