Santo Domingo : A catastrophic roof collapse at a packed nightclub in Santo Domingo, the capital of the Dominican Republic, has left at least 66 people dead and over 150 injured, plunging the nation into mourning. Among the victims is a provincial governor, whose presence at the concert highlights the high-profile nature of the event.…
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In a major escalation of trade tensions, the United States on Tuesday imposed 104 percent tariffs on imports from China, a significant step beyond the initially announced 34 percent increase. The hike, part of a broader reciprocal tariff strategy, reflects Washington’s response to Beijing’s refusal to withdraw its countermeasures against American goods. Initially, the US…
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Bihar : In a significant move aimed at aligning the remuneration structure of junior ministerial ranks with inflation and evolving administrative responsibilities, the Bihar government has approved a 30 percent hike in the salary and allowances of Ministers of State (MoS) and Deputy Ministers. The decision was taken during a state cabinet meeting chaired by…
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New Delhi : Karnataka-based writer, activist, and lawyer Banu Mushtaq’s short story collection Heart Lamp has been shortlisted for the International Booker Prize 2025. Translated from Kannada to English by Deepa Bhasthi, the book has carved its name in history as the first-ever Kannada language title to be recognized at this prestigious global platform. Heart…
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New Delhi : The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) on Wednesday unveiled its first monetary policy decision for the financial year 2025–26 (FY26) against the backdrop of heightened global trade tensions and emerging macroeconomic headwinds. The three-day Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) meeting, chaired by newly appointed RBI Governor Sanjay Malhotra, concluded today, with the policy…
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Gopalganj: The vibrant stage of Gopalganj Thawe Mahotsav lit up with mesmerizing performances by the artists of Samayik Parivesh, leaving the audience spellbound. The highlight of the evening was the soulful rendition of ghazals written by renowned Indian litterateur and the founder-president of Samayik Parivesh, Mamta Mehrotra. Popular singers Neetu Kumari Navgeet and Rajesh Kesari…
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Where snow-capped peaks meet the sky and the Chenab carves deep into the earth, India has etched its resolve in steel. The Chenab Bridge, now the world’s highest railway bridge, rises 359 metres above the riverbed, standing as a symbol of engineering excellence and national ambition. Part of the Udhampur-Srinagar-Baramulla Rail Link (USBRL) project, the…
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New Delhi, April 8, 2025- Chief Minister Smt. Rekha Gupta today attended the Special Registration Ceremony organized by the Delhi Bar Council as the Chief Guest. The dignified event marked the registration of new advocates into the legal fraternity. MLAs Shri Satish Upadhyay and Smt. Shikha Rai, Bar Council of India Vice Chairman Shri Ved…
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Nuh, April 8:DC Vishram Kumar Meena has said that Haryana Government’s good governance and e-governance services are ensuring prompt and appropriate benefits to the public. Most tasks are being carried out through online systems to save time and maintain digital records. Complaints received from Nuh district on the CM Window portal are being resolved promptly…
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Faridabad, April 8:With the resolve to make Haryana a drug-free state, the Cyclothon 2.0 journey, which began in Hisar, will enter Faridabad via Palwal district on April 10. The next day, April 11, Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini will flag off the Cyclothon from the Sports Complex in Sector-12, Faridabad, heading towards Gurugram. This…
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