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Aircraft crashes during takeoff at Kathmandu airport. An aircraft crash occurred during takeoff at Kathmandu airport, involving at least 19 people, including aircrew. The incident took place on the runway, causing a fire and prompting immediate emergency response efforts. Rescue teams are working to assist survivors and control the situation. The aircraft’s departure was scheduled […]

Union Budget 2024: What’s cheaper and what’s costlier? The reduction in duties on gold and silver by 6 percent is expected to significantly boost retail demand for these precious metals. This move aims to make gold and silver more affordable for consumers, stimulating sales and supporting the jewelry industry. Lowering the duties will likely encourage

Budget 2024-25: Health ministry receives ₹90,958.63 crore allocation. In the Union Budget 2024-25, the health ministry has been allocated ₹90,958.63 crore. Out of this, ₹87,656.90 crore has been designated for the Department of Health and Family Welfare, while ₹3,301.73 crore has been allocated to the Department of Health Research. This substantial allocation underscores the government’s

Budget 2024-25: Centre allocates ₹26,000 crore for Bihar roads. Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman further announced that the government will support the development of an industrial corridor in the eastern region, aimed at boosting economic growth and infrastructure. This initiative is part of the broader strategy to enhance connectivity, create job opportunities, and stimulate industrial development

FM reduces foreign corporate tax rate to 35 percent. The cut in the tax rate for foreign companies from 40 percent to 35 percent, along with the abolition of the 2 percent equalisation levy, came as a surprise, according to Deloitte India Partner Rohinton Sidhwa. This unexpected move is expected to make India a more

Anne Hathaway attends Taylor Swift’s Eras Tour in Germany. Taylor Swift performed her third and final gig in Gelsenkirchen, Germany, as part of her Eras Tour. The show marked the end of her performances in Gelsenkirchen before she heads to Hamburg for the next stop on the tour. Swift’s Eras Tour has been a massive

Kamala Harris secures Democratic delegates for US presidential nomination. Kamala Harris has successfully garnered the support of at least 2,579 delegates, surpassing the 1,976 delegates required to win the Democratic nomination on the first ballot. This significant achievement ensures her position as the Democratic candidate for the upcoming US presidential election. Harris’s campaign has demonstrated

IAS officer given ultimatum over PwD reservation views. The IAS officer faced criticism from a Supreme Court advocate and a Rajya Sabha MP earlier. Their criticism centered on the officer’s views regarding reservation for persons with disabilities (PwD) in the UPSC exams. This criticism prompted the issuance of an ultimatum regarding the officer’s stance on

Rupee recovers 5 paise to 83.65 against US dollar. Meanwhile, the dollar index, which measures the greenback’s strength against a basket of six major currencies, stood at 104.29. This represents a decrease of 0.10 percent. The index reflects the performance of the US dollar relative to other key currencies, and its movement can impact global

SC stays nameplate orders for eateries issued by Uttar Pradesh, Uttarakhand governments. According to the order, vendors selling products with Halal certification along the Yatra route will face penal action. The measure aims to enforce compliance with the new regulations. Supreme Court Stays Controversial Directives for Kanwar Yatra Eateries New Delhi: On Monday, the Supreme