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West Indies Champions Edge Out England Champions by 10 Runs in WCL 2025 Thriller

Northampton [UK], July 22, 2025 – In a high-octane clash in the ongoing World Championship of Legends (WCL) 2025, the West Indies Champions defeated England Champions by 10 runs in a nail-biting contest held in Northampton. The victory was a result of exceptional batting, disciplined bowling, and sharp fielding from the Caribbean side, led by…

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RBI’s Financial Inclusion Index Rises to 67 in FY25, Marking 4.3% Growth Driven by Usage and Quality

New Delhi – The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) on Tuesday announced a notable improvement in the country’s Financial Inclusion Index (FI-Index), which rose by 4.3% to reach a value of 67 for the year ending March 2025, compared to 64.2 in March 2024. The FI-Index, developed by the RBI in consultation with stakeholders including…

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Vidya Balan Embraces Acting Break with ‘Shameless Optimism’, Says She’s Not Weighed Down by Insecurity

Actor Vidya Balan is embracing a new chapter in her life—one defined by peace, self-assurance, and the freedom to choose. In a recent interview with THR India, the acclaimed actor shared insights into her break from acting, stating that she feels no pressure or insecurity about being out of the limelight. “I think I am…

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WaveX Extends Bhasha Setu AI Challenge Deadline to July 30, 2025, to Promote Real-Time Language Translation Innovation

New Delhi-  In a move aimed at promoting AI innovation for India’s multilingual population, the Ministry of Information & Broadcasting’s startup accelerator platform WaveX has officially extended the deadline for its prestigious Bhasha Setu Challenge. Participants now have until July 30, 2025, to submit their prototypes focused on real-time translation, transliteration, and voice localization across…

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Stand-Up India Scheme Empowers Marginalized Entrepreneurs: ₹29,000 Crore Sanctioned to SC/ST and Women Beneficiaries Since April 2022

New Delhi – In a major push toward inclusive economic empowerment, the Government of India’s Stand-Up India Scheme has sanctioned nearly ₹29,000 crore in loans to Scheduled Caste (SC), Scheduled Tribe (ST), and women entrepreneurs between April 2022 and March 2025. The initiative aims to transform marginalized communities into confident job creators by providing financial…

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UPSC’s PRATIBHA Setu Becomes Job Bridge for Civil Services Aspirants Missing Final Selection

New Delhi– In a significant move to empower Civil Services aspirants who narrowly miss final selection, the Union Public Service Commission’s (UPSC) “PRATIBHA Setu” initiative has emerged as a promising gateway for alternative job opportunities. Union Minister Dr. Jitendra Singh recently hailed the program, calling it a visionary step toward talent utilization and transparent recruitment.…

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Delhi govt hikes cash awards for Olympic winners approves free laptop scheme for students

New Delhi – The Delhi government has hiked the cash awards for Olympic and Paralympic medallists from the national capital, minister Ashish Sood said on Tuesday. Sood also announced the approval of the Mukhyamantri Digital Scheme to provide free laptops to meritorious students. The decisions were taken during a Cabinet meeting chaired by Chief Minister…

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Disaster Management (Amendment) Act, 2025 Brings Major Reforms for Efficient Crisis Response

The Disaster Management (Amendment) Act, 2025, has officially come into effect from April 9, 2025, following its passage in Parliament and Presidential assent on March 29, 2025. The Act introduces a series of significant reforms aimed at improving coordination, transparency, and preparedness in India’s disaster management framework. Among its major provisions, the Act provides statutory…

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Dubai Ruler Sheikh Mohammed Spotted Using Public Tram, Video Goes Viral

In a rare and humble public appearance, Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, the ruler of Dubai and Prime Minister of the UAE, was seen traveling on a crowded tram, a moment captured on video and now going viral across social media platforms. The video, originally shared on TikTok and reshared by Dubai’s Roads and…

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From NEET Failure to Rolls-Royce Success: How 20-Year-Old Rithuparna Landed a ₹72.3 Lakh Job in Jet Engine Engineering

Education Correspondent info@impressivetimes.com In an inspiring tale of perseverance, Bengaluru-based Rithuparna KS has gone viral after securing a massive ₹72.3 lakh per annum job offer from Rolls-Royce’s prestigious Jet Engine Manufacturing Division. What makes her journey even more remarkable is that just a few years ago, she was grappling with the disappointment of not cracking…

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