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Defence Ministry Signs ₹62,370 Crore Deal with HAL for 97 LCA Mk1A Jets

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The Ministry of Defence (MoD) on Thursday signed a ₹62,370 crore contract with Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) for the supply of 97 Light Combat Aircraft (LCA) Tejas Mk1A, comprising 68 single-seat fighters and 29 twin-seaters, for the Indian Air Force (IAF). According to the MoD, delivery of the aircraft will begin in 2027–28 and will […]

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Demand for Full Statehood for Ladakh Sparks Violent Protest in Leh, four killed

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A demand has been raised to grant Ladakh recognition as a full-fledged state and to bring it under the ambit of the Sixth Schedule of the Constitution. On Wednesday, protests began in Leh in support of this demand, which soon turned violent. Quoting a local administration official, news agency PTI reported that four people have

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Coal India Backs Inclusion of Imported Coal in Proposed Exchange

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State-owned Coal India Ltd (CIL) has recommended that imported coal be allowed for trading on the proposed coal exchange, expanding the platform beyond domestic supply and improving price discovery for power plants dependent on overseas fuel. “Imported coal could be traded through exchange hubs at suitable ports, enabling fair pricing for imported coal-based power plants

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Cabinet Approves ₹1,866 Crore Productivity Linked Bonus for Railway Employees

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The Union Cabinet on Wednesday approved a Productivity Linked Bonus (PLB) worth ₹1,866 crore for railway employees, benefiting nearly 10.91 lakh workers in recognition of their performance during the year. Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw said the bonus, equivalent to 78 days of wages, will be distributed among 10,91,146 eligible employees ahead of the festive season.

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even after 24 hours of literally no rain, kolkata struggling to return to normalcy

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Kolkata is struggling to return to normalcy even after 24 hours of literally no rain. The heavy downpour on monday night, which officials described as the heaviest in nearly four decades, triggered severe waterlogging, widespread power cuts, and large-scale disruption of daily life. At least ten people lost their lives in rain-related incidents, eight of

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Mutual Funds: How Much to Invest in SIPs to Build ₹1 Crore in 10 Years?

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If your goal is to accumulate ₹1 crore in the next 10 years—whether for retirement, buying a house, or other financial milestones—you need a disciplined investment strategy. While traditional options like fixed deposits or gold are safe, they may not grow fast enough to reach the target within a decade. A more practical route is

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Kolkata in Crisis! The City Submerged in record breaking rain, four dies of electrocution

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After a night of relentless rain, Kolkata, Salt Lake, and adjoining areas are waterlogged, resembling a flood-hit zone. Four people have died due to electrocution. Water has entered the ground floors of many houses. Low-lying areas of the city and suburbs are completely inundated. Train services are disrupted as water has accumulated on railway tracks.

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Big GST Change from today: Prices of Essentials Drop, Luxury Items to Cost More

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The new Goods and Services Tax (GST) system across the country has rolled out from today, 22nd September. The earlier four tax slabs have now been simplified into just two—5% and 18%. This means many everyday items will get cheaper, while a few luxury goods and harmful products will see higher taxes. The decision was

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