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The EC has called a press conference at Vigyan Bhawan in New Delhi at 3 pm. The term of the Gujarat Assembly ends on February 18, 2023 while the term of the Himachal House will end on January 8, 2023. In the 182-seated Gujarat Assembly, there are 111 BJP and 62 Congress MLAs at present. In the 68-member Himachal Pradesh Legislative Assembly election, the BJP defeated the Congress Party and won 44 seats while Congress secured only 21 seats in 2017.
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The Reserve Bank of India’s rate tightening alongside a weaker rupee could be the “optimal” policy response to restore the country’s external balances, HSBC Securities said in a note
“As such, we think India is now giving the optimal policy response. The challenge will be to continue on this path.”
After remaining relatively stable for a couple of months, the rupee weakened 3.6% against the dollar since early September.
Punjab, Haryana CMs fail to reach agreement on SYL canal row
Punjab has been maintaining that the quantum of water flowing through Ravi and Beas rivers had come down considerably, and therefore, it was seeking reassessment of the waters’ volume.
Haryana has been seeking completion of the SYL canal to get its share of 3.5 million acre feet of the river waters, and also that Punjab should comply with the 2002 and 2004 Supreme Court orders for the completion of the canal for bringing its share of the waters.
Currently, it is getting 1.62 million acre feet of the Ravi-Beas waters.
I am glad at the reception I received in Madhya Pradesh. MP Congress president Kamal Nath, Leader of the Opposition Govind Singh met me. It is true I did not get such a welcome in other states.
– Congress presidential poll candidate Shashi Tharoor
Over 60,000 posts vacant in Himachal Pradesh but youths not provided jobs.
– Priyanka Gandhi at Solan rally
Euro zone posts record trade deficit in August amid soaring energy prices
The European Union’s statistics office Eurostat said that the euro zone’s balance for trade in goods with the rest of the world in August was in the red by nearly 51 billion euros ($49.7 billion), the highest deficit ever recorded by the bloc since Lithuania joined it in January 2015 to become its 19th member.
The deficit ballooned from July when it stood at 34 billion euros, marking the tenth consecutive month of a negative balance, in what is a major shift for the trade bloc which has historically recorded large surpluses.
BCCI could lose Rs 955 crore if ICC doesn’t get tax exemption from Govt for hosting 2023 World Cup
Tax surcharge refers to “an additional charge, fee, or tax that is added to the cost of a good or service beyond the initially quoted price”. A surcharge is often added to an existing tax and is not included in the stated price of the good or service.
As per ICC norm, the host nation is required to get tax exemption from the government for hosting tournaments organised by the global body.
Since India’s tax rules don’t allow such exemptions, the BCCI has already lost close to Rs 193 crore (USD 23.5 million) as the government didn’t exempt tax surcharge for hosting the 2016 ICC T20 World Cup. The BCCI is still fighting that case in the ICC tribunal.
EC likely to announce election schedule for Gujarat, Himachal today
The EC has called a press conference at Vigyan Bhawan in New Delhi at 3 pm.
SCO’s Regional Anti-Terrorism Structure decides to organise joint military drills next year.
SCO’s Regional Anti-Terrorism Structure decides on measures to counter threats posed by terror groups operating from Afghanistan: Official.
Sweden’s right wing inks deal to form govt with far-right backing: conservative party leader.
India’s collective wisdom in experimenting with IITs is being recognised across the globe: Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan.
The 5th Vande Bharat Train will be launched on 10th November 2022. The train will run on Chennai- Bengaluru- Mysuru route.
SC posts for Dec 6 pleas challenging provisions of Finance Act 2017 which paved way for anonymous electoral bonds. Centre tells SC that the methodology of electoral bonds is the absolutely transparent mode of political funding and it is impossible to get black money or unaccounted money.
Putin dismisses Macron’s critique of Moscow’s role in Karabakh conflict.
It’s up to Congress’ CEA chairman to take action on it. He had clearly said that no office bearers should campaign for a candidate. It’s true that the type of welcome, fairness which I got here, I didn’t get in any other state
– Congress Pres candidate Shashi Tharoor
Congress general secretary Priyanka Gandhi Vadra offers prayers at Maa Shoolini Temple in Solan.
Himachal Pradesh | Congress general secretary Priyanka Gandhi Vadra offers prayers at Maa Shoolini Temple in Solan.… https://t.co/NXzqmbfgH5
— ANI (@ANI) 1665731414000
SAT directs interim stay on Sebi order against Brickwork Ratings
The Securities Appellate Tribunal has directed an interim stay on SEBI order against Brickwork Ratings, according to Moneycontrol. The ban, ordered last week by the Securities and Exchange Board of India (Sebi), could also deal a blow to the practice of `rating shopping’, which refers to companies reaching out to agencies for a higher rating.
There is a Bharatiya Kisan Union (BKU) meeting today. They have some demands related to the Noida development authority and district administration. They will submit a memorandum. Police have been deployed
– Abhishek Verma, DCP, Greater Noida
Punjab CM Bhagwant Mann holds a meeting with his Haryana counterpart, Manohar Lal Khattar to discuss the Sutlej Yamuna Link (SYL) canal issue.
UK’s Royal Mail postal service to axe 10,000 jobs: company
India’s September wholesale inflation at 10.7% Vs 12.41% in August
The annual rate of inflation based on all India Wholesale Price Index (WPI) number is 10.7% (Provisional) for the month of September 2022 (over September 2021) against 12.41% recorded in August 2022. Inflation in September, 2022 is primarily contributed by rise in prices of mineral oils, food articles, crude petroleum and natural gas, chemicals and chemical products, basic metals, electricity, textiles etc. as compared to the corresponding month of the previous year. The WPI was driven down mainly be fall in edible oil prices whereas cereal inflation is still up vegetable and animal oil and fats contract by 7% in Sept.
Raids by a central agency underway on the premises of builder Gabbu Singh in Shivpuri and Patel Nagar areas of Patna. Gabbu Singh is a close aide of JD(U) national president Rajiv Ranjan (Lalan) Singh. Details awaited.
BJP national president JP Nadda chairs a meeting with party’s general secretaries in Delhi.
Plea against ‘freebies’ promised by parties during poll campaigns, mentioned for urgent hearing before SC. Adv mentioning it told SC, polls were to be announced in Gujarat and parties making irresponsible promises. CJI said there was no urgent hearing and asked to send the files to his chamber.
A suspect has been arrested and is in police custody in connection with the incident wherein an Indian student was stabbed multiple times in Australia.
ED raids about 25 locations in national capital in Delhi Excise Policy money laundering case investigation: Officials.
Delhi govt has allocated Rs 25 Cr for Chhath Puja, arrangements like power backup, ambulances, washrooms have been made: CM Arvind Kejriwal.
TotalEnergies faces legal action over allegedly fuelling Russian bombers: source close to the case
National Investigation Agency (NIA) today conducted searches at multiple locations, including Poonch district, in Jammu and Kashmir in a drone delivery case. No detention yet: NIA.
Bombay HC acquits former Delhi University professor G N Saibaba in alleged Maoist links case; allows his appeal against conviction and life sentence.
Global cues lift Indian stocks sharply; Sensex almost up by 1,000 pts.
EC to hold press conference later today in Delhi; schedule for Assembly election to be announced
Election Commission of India to hold a press conference later today, in Delhi. The election schedule of Assembly elections in Gujarat and Himachal Pradesh is to be announced.
With the blessings of Arvind Kejriwal, AAP leadership in Gujarat maliciously attacked PM’s 100-yr-old mother. That Kejriwal could fall to new lows isn’t surprising… Her only crime-she gave birth to Narendra Modi. Your leaders and workers seek to punish and abuse her
– Union Min Smriti Irani
Troops of Striking Lion Division provided assistance to 550 tourists stranded in landslide due to heavy rainfall in North Sikkim. Tourists were provided with medical aid, and food & guided to safety in harsh weather conditions: Trishakti Corps, Indian Army.
Count of active COVID-19 cases in India stands at 26,583: Union Health Ministry.
FIR registered against 7 people including the seer of Murugha Mutt in Mysore’s Nazarbad PS for allegedly sexually harassing the children of the employee working in the Mutt. 4 including the hostel warden, seer arrested and sent to jail. Search on for others: Karnataka Police
Thane records 83 new Covid 19 cases; active tally at 408
Thane district of Maharashtra has reported 83 new coronavirus positive cases, which pushed its overall infection tally to 7,45,711, a health official said on Friday. These cases were recorded on Thursday, and there are 408 active cases in the district now. The death toll remained unchanged at 11,962 as nobody succumbed to the infection during the day, the official said, adding that the recovery count has reached 7,34,026.
India reports 2,678 fresh cases in the last 24 hours. Active cases at 26,583.
Indian Rupee opens up 0.08% at 82.2800 per US Dollar; previous close at 82.3450.
Congress’ ‘Bharat Jodo Yatra’ to enter Andhra Pradesh
Congress’ Bharat Jodo Yatra led by Rahul Gandhi will enter Andhra Pradesh on Friday. Flanked by former Karnataka chief minister Siddaramaiah and top leaders of the party, Gandhi resumed the march from Rampura here in the morning after a night halt. The former Congress president will have a brief stay at Obalapuram in Anantapur district of Andhra Pradesh, party workers said.
Congress’ Bharat Jodo Yatra resumes from Rampura, Karnataka
#WATCH | Congress' Bharat Jodo Yatra resumes from Rampura, Karnataka. This is the 37th day of the yatra which start… https://t.co/yQnEVxgSLb
— ANI (@ANI) 1665716591000
BSF troops shoot down drone that entered India from Pakistan’s side
BSF troops shot down a drone that entered India from Pakistan's side along International Border at 4.35 am in Gurda… https://t.co/njDOmqT5u1
— ANI (@ANI) 1665715485000
“Because we were technologically well-networked during lockdown… we could give targeted relief, didn’t splurge money on sections which didn’t need it. Fiscal prudence with real-time assistance was possible
– Finance Minister N Sitharaman at John Hopkins University
Dollar holds firm, yen hovers around 32-year low
The dollar took a breather on Friday after a volatile overnight session as red-hot U.S. inflation data pointed to more aggressive interest rate hikes, while traders were on edge about intervention as the yen wallowed near a three-decade low. The dollar index was little changed after falling 0.5% in the previous session as investors digested data that showed U.S. consumer prices increased more than expected in September.
Puducherry CM inaugurates 2 day International Tourism Summit
Puducherry CM N Rangasamy inaugurated the 2-day International Tourism Summit Puducherry-2022 yesterday at Kamarajar Manimandapam auditorium. 13 countries are participating. CM said, “Puducherry and Karaikal have important temples. There’s a lot of scope for developing spiritual tourism”.
Hong Kong stocks track US rally at open
Hong Kong stocks opened Friday to bounce back from this week’s selling following a rollercoaster day on Wall Street fuelled by another disappointing US inflation report. The Hang Seng Index rose 1.72 percent, or 282.57 points to 16,671.68.
Mali bus blast kills at least 11 people: hospital source
An explosion on a bus in central Mali killed at least 11 people and injured 53 others on Thursday, according to a hospital source. The bus hit an explosive device while travelling the road between Bandiagara and Goundaka, in the Mopti area in the early afternoon, a security source said. The region is a hotbed for jihadist violence.
5 killed by shooter in Raleigh, North Carolina, including off-duty police officer, reports AP
Jan. 6 panel subpoenas Trump, shows startling new video
The House January 6 committee voted unanimously on Thursday to subpoena former President Donald Trump, demanding his personal testimony as it unveiled startling new video of close aides describing his multi-part plan to overturn his 2020 election loss that led to his supporters’ fierce assault on the U.S. Capitol. With alarming messages from the US Secret Service warning of violence and vivid new video of House Speaker Nancy Pelosi and other congressional leaders pleading for help, the panel showed the raw desperation at the Capitol.
UK to send air defense missiles to Ukraine; Britain will donate AMRAAM missiles to Kiev, defense minister Ben Wallace says, as reported by Russian Media RT.
An earthquake of magnitude 4.8 occurred today at around 5.28 am 65km WNW of Ambikapur, Chhattisgarh, India. The depth of the earthquake was 10 km below the ground: National Center for Seismology.
Zarco tops times in opening Australian MotoGP practice
Flying Frenchman Johann Zarco clocked the quickest time in the first free practice session at the Australian Grand Prix Friday, with MotoGP championship leader Fabio Quartararo 12th. With recent torrential rain clearing to a cool but fine morning at Phillip Island, Zarco blitzed the picturesque circuit with a best lap of one minute and 30.368 seconds.
North Carolina shooting suspect arrested, 4 wounded
North Carolina city officials say that a suspect has been arrested after a shooting that wounded at least four people. The city of Knightdale said in a tweet Thursday night that a suspect had been captured after the shooting in a nearby part of neighboring Raleigh. The shooting drew numerous police to the scene.
Turkey’s parliament has approved legislation that could see social media users jailed for spreading ‘fake news’. Critics accused President Recep Tayyip Erdogan of declaring a ‘war on the truth’ and trying to undermine opposition ahead of elections.
N. Korea fires another missile, flies warplanes near border
North Korea early on Friday launched a short-range ballistic missile toward its eastern waters and flew warplanes near the border with South Korea, further raising animosities triggered by the North’s recent barrage of weapons tests. South Korea’s military also said it detected North Korea firing about 170 rounds of artillery from eastern and western coastal areas near the border region and that the shells fell inside maritime buffer zones the Koreas established under a 2018 military agreement on reducing tensions.
Ankita murder: SIT records statements of over 30 witnesses
The special investigation team (SIT) of Uttarakhand police in its ongoing probe of the murder of a 19-year-old Pauri Garhwal girl at the Rishikesh resort, has recorded the statements of over 30 witnesses of which six have testified before the court so far. Police said the SIT is still recording statements of witnesses while “probing the case from all angles”.
Flood waters swamp Melbourne as heavy rains continue in some regions
Thousands of people across Australia’s southeast were asked to evacuate their homes on Friday, including some in Melbourne’s west, after two days of incessant rains triggered flash flooding and fast-moving waters burst river banks. Large parts of Victoria state, southern New South Wales and the northern regions of the island state of Tasmania were pounded by an intense weather system with some taking more than a month’s worth of rain since late Wednesday, officials said.
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