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India balances all stakeholder interests in trade deals, says Commerce Min
Updated : 8 months, 3 weeks ago IST
Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal on Monday emphasized that India's approach to Free Trade Agreements (FTAs) with complementary economies carefully balances both offensive and defensive interests of domestic industry, ensuring no sector is left vulnerable.
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Sharing video footage of polling stations during voting day breaches voter
Updated : 8 months, 4 weeks ago IST
Amid a demand for making available video or CCTV footage of the webcasting of the polling stations during the poll day, EC sources said on Saturday that it is "entirely contrary to the privacy and security concerns of the voters" and sharing of the footage would leave both, the elector, who
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G7 leaders pledge joint action to tackle migrant smuggling
Updated : 9 months ago IST
G7 leaders reaffirmed their commitment to fight migrant smuggling and human trafficking by strengthening border controls, targeting criminal networks, and working with social media and transport firms. They aim to protect vulnerable migrants and boost international cooperation through the
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Delhi to roll out new excise policy, CM Rekha Gupta says social security t
Updated : 9 months ago IST
The Delhi Government will soon unveil a new excise policy aimed at making liquor distribution transparent, accountable, and modern, while prioritising social welfare and protecting vulnerable communities, according to an official statement.
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Steelbird Helmets' launches 'Mission Save Lives 2.0 India' at National Sum
Updated : 9 months ago IST
New Delhi [India], June 13: In a landmark move to address India's alarming road safety crisis, Mr. Rajeev Kapur, Managing Director of Steelbird Helmets, launched "Mission Save Lives 2.0 India" at the National Summit on Vulnerable Road Users (VRUs) and Road Safety. The summit, designed to ali
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US exempts Afghan SIV holders from travel ban, reaffirms visa support
Updated : 9 months, 1 week ago IST
The US has confirmed that Afghan Special Immigrant Visa (SIV) holders are exempt from the travel ban. Visa processing will continue at embassies worldwide, offering relief to Afghans who supported US missions. Human rights groups welcomed the move, calling it vital for protecting vulnerable
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Punjab Police inks MoU to empower youth through community engagement
Updated : 9 months, 1 week ago IST
In a step toward youth empowerment and community-centric policing, Punjab Police's Community Affairs Division (CAD) and the Hartek Foundation has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to engage vulnerable and disoriented youth across Punjab through skill development, counselling, awaren
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Assam Cabinet approves arms licences for indigenous people in vulnerable a
Updated : 9 months, 3 weeks ago IST
The Assam State Cabinet under Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma has decided to grant arms licences to original inhabitants and indigenous Indian citizens residing in vulnerable, remote, and border areas of the state.
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Karnataka taking no chances with COVID surge: Karnataka minister Dr Sharan
Updated : 9 months, 3 weeks ago IST
Karnataka is prepared for any rise in COVID cases, says Minister Dr Sharan Patil. Chief Minister Siddaramaiah reviewed hospital readiness and issued health advisories, especially for vulnerable groups. Schools are reopening with precautions, and hospitals are on alert to handle any increase
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"Developing countries grappling with tidal wave of debt repayments and int
Updated : 9 months, 3 weeks ago IST
China is putting growing financial pressure on developing countries, as debt repayments hit record levels. In 2025, these countries are expected to pay USD 35 billion to China, USD 22 billion of that from the world's 75 poorest and most vulnerable nations. Most of these payments are for loan
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"PBKS bowling attack leaves them a bit vulnerable...": Manjrekar
Updated : 9 months, 3 weeks ago IST
PBKS' finish in the final two is under jeopardy, as after their loss to DC by six wickets, they are just left with one game, and so are Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB), who could displace them from the top two. PBKS' final league game is with an in-form Mumbai Indians (MI) while RCB will b
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ASDMA to set up safe shelters for landslide prone in Assam
Updated : 9 months, 4 weeks ago IST
In view of the ensuing flood and rainy season in the State, Assam State Disaster Management Authority (ASDMA) on Thursday directed all the landslide prone districts of the State to pre identify the safe shelters (relief camps) for the people vulnerable to landslide during flood season.
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