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BJP govt’s exploitative Bills will turn farmers into labourers, make them mortgage farms
– Akhilesh Yadav
Up to 1,000 fans to be allowed in for Italian Open
The tournament, which features nine-time champion Rafael Nadal and top-ranked Novak Djokovic, has so far been played without fans because of the coronavirus pandemic.
Kremlin: Bottle could have been evidence, but was removed
- Germany and other western governments have alleged Russian opposition leader Alexei Navalny was poisoned with a nerve agent.
- Navalny’s team said the water bottle removed from his hotel room in the city of Tomsk last month had been taken to Germany and found to have traces of Novichok nerve agent.
- Asked about the finding, the Kremlin said that Russian specialists had been unable to examine the bottle and that Moscow was therefore not able to comment.
- Russia has said it needs to see more evidence before a formal criminal investigation is opened into the Navalny case.
WTO leadership race: Round 1
The five to go through to the next round are Kenyan minister Amina Mohamed, former Nigerian Finance Minister Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala, South Korean Trade Minister Yoo Myung-hee, Saudi Arabia’s Mohammad Al-Tuwaijri and British ex-minister Liam Fox
Central team rushed to Jammu to help strengthen COVID-19 containment measures
India Ratings revises banking sector outlook to negative for H2 FY21
It expects restructuring/slippages pool from the corporate sector to be around Rs 3.3 lakh crore to Rs 6.3 lakh crore during the current fiscal.
In the worst case, the spike in stressed assets due to the pandemic is expected to double the credit costs for the banking system than estimated pre-COVID-19 levels for FY21, it said.
Pandemic is both a challenge and an opportunity to re-imagine education
– Delhi HC
Govt again cuts import duty on masoor dal
- The government has reduced the import duty on masoor dal by 20 per cent till October-end.
- The move is aimed at increasing availability in the domestic market.
- The import duty on lentil has been reduced from 30 per cent to 10 per cent from countries other than the US.
- In the case of import of the lentil from the US, the duty has been brought down to 30 per cent from the earlier 50 per cent.
- In June also, the import duty was cut to 10 per cent for the shipments originating from any country other than the US till August 31. In case of the US, the customs duty was brought down to 30 per cent from 50 per cent.
- The reduced customs duty was applicable during the period June 2 to August 31, 2020.
- The duty was restored to previous level from September 1.
- India is the world’s largest consumer and importer of pulses.
Goa AAP convenor Elvis Gomes steps down from post
The former bureaucrat was the AAP’s chief ministerial face during the 2017 Goa Assembly election.
The Delhi-headquartered party had contested on 39 out of the 40 Assembly seats, but drew a blank.
Madhya Pradesh: Former BJP MLA Parul Sahu joins Congress
Bypolls to 27 Assembly seats in Madhya Pradesh have been clubbed with Bihar Assembly Elections, scheduled for October.
Top 5 states with high active COVID-19 caseload report high level of recoveries too
- Maharashtra (22.31 per cent)
- Andhra Pradesh (12.24 per cent)
- Tamil Nadu (6.31 per cent)
- Karnataka (8.3 per cent)
- Chhattisgarh (six per cent)
India’s caseload mounted to 52,14,677 with 96,424 people testing positive for the disease in a day.
Google to remove apps that facilitate sports betting
There is often a surge in launch of such apps before major sporting tournaments like the IPL. The latest season of the Indian Premier League (IPL) is scheduled to start from September 19 in the United Arab Emirates.
Rupee settles 21 paise higher at 73.45 against US dollar
Carmichael project created over 1,500 jobs, awarded 1.5 billion Aus dollars in contracts: Adani Mining
Energy giant Adani Mining Australia on Friday said that its billion dollar Carmichael project in central Queensland has created jobs for more than 1,500 people and awarded over 1.5 billion Australian dollars (USD 1.09 billion) in contracts.
Paytm and Paytm games pulled down from Google Playstore for alleged violation of gambling policies
Reports -CNBC TV 18
United Spirits appoints Pradeep Jain as new CFO; Sanjeev Churiwala elevated to a global role
United Spirits Ltd on Friday said its Executive Director and Chief Financial Officer (CFO) Sanjeev Churiwala will be elevated at its parent Diageo as Regional Finance Director APAC.
Hundreds of Hasidic Jewish pilgrims start leaving Ukraine frontier: Border guards
BS Yediyurappa discusses state’s development with PM, invites to inaugurate Bengaluru tech summit
Ceasefire Violation along LoC
Pakistan initiated an unprovoked ceasefire violation along LoC in Kanzalwan, Gurez Sector, Bandipora today morning by firing mortars & other weapons. A befitting response is being given: Chinar Corps, Indian Army
Kerala Gold Smuggling Case: Special NIA Court, Kochi extends the judicial custody of 12 accused persons, including Swapna Suresh, to October 8
Agriculture bills passed by Lok Sabha are historic, a protection shield for farmers: PM Modi
My government committed to providing farmers appropriate price through MSP, govt purchase of their produce will continue
– PM
No govt has done as much for farmers as NDA in last six years
– PM Modi
Supreme Court allows registration of BS-IV diesel vehicle purchased before April 1 that are to be used in essential public services and public utility services by Municipal Corporations and Delhi Police
SC orders that such diesel vehicles purchased before April 1, 2020 and are to be used for essential public utility services will be registered as per BS-IV norms and vehicles purchased after April 1, 2020 will be registered as per BS-VI norms.
Farmers are watching that some people are disliking the new opportunities being received by them. Farmers are watching that who are the people who are standing with middlemen
– PM on Agriculture Bills, 2020
In the last 6 years, efforts are being made to shape Indian Railways as per the aspirations of New India & expectations of ‘Aatmanirbhar Bharat.’ Vande Bharat – a symbol of modernity and self reliance – the made in India trains are becoming part of rail network
– PM Modi
Rajya Sabha adjourned till 9:00 am tomorrow
Rajya Sabha passes Salaries and Allowances of Ministers (Amendment) Bill 2020
PM Modi on Farm Bills 2020
- Farmers have been given new independence in agriculture. They’ll now have more options & opportunities to sell their produce. I congratulate them on passage of Bills. It was necessary to bring these to protect them from middlemen. These are farmers’ shields, said PM Modi.
- “But the people who ruled this country for decades are attempting to mislead the farmers on this issue. They are lying to the farmers.”
New history has been created in rail connectivity in Bihar with inauguration of 12 projects
– PM Modi
High electricity charges leading to closure of thermal power projects: BJP MP in RS
- Demanding reduction in electricity charges, a BJP MP in Rajya Sabha on Friday said high bills have resulted in closure of many thermal power projects including in Nellore and Odisha.
- Raising the issue during Zero hour, TG Venkatesh (BJP) said more than Rs 1 lakh crore has been invested in these projects.
PM at the inauguration of various railway projects in Bihar
These projects, worth almost Rs 3000 Crores, will not only strengthen Bihar’s rail network but also strengthen West Bengal and eastern India’s rail connectivity. I congratulate everyone: PM Modi at the inauguration of various railway projects in Bihar, via video-conferencing
Monsoon session: Mandatory daily antigen test for reporters, Parliament staff
Amid fresh cases of coronavirus among MPs, reporters and parliamentary staff entering the Parliament complex will have to undergo mandatory antigen test on a daily basis, according to a new protocol put in place.
Madhya Pradesh: Chief Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan transfers the amount of Fasal Bima, to the bank account of farmers in Ujjain
Delhi HC directs private unaided schools to supply gadgets, internet connection to poor kids for online classes during COVID-19
HC says private unaided schools can claim reimbursement for providing gadgets, internet to poor kids from the state.
Zydus Cadila gets USFDA nod to market mineral supplement
- Drug firm Zydus Cadila on Friday said it has received approval from the US health regulator to market Potassium Chloride extended release tablets, a mineral supplement used to treat or prevent low amounts of potassium in the blood.
- Zydus Cadila has received final approval from the US Food and Drug Administration (USFDA) to market Potassium Chloride extended release tablets in the strengths of 10 mEq (750 mg) and 20 mEq (1,500 mg), Zydus Cadila, part of Cadila Healthcare group, said in a BSE filing.
PM to inaugurate new rail lines and electrification projects in Bihar
Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi to dedicate Kosi Rail Mega Bridge to the nation and inaugurate new rail lines a… https://t.co/CYKbxrXatn
— ANI (@ANI) 1600411393000
Rajya Sabha passes Homeopathy Central Council (Amendment) Bill, 2020
A member of the House called the reform and regulation of the Indian systems of medicine being undertaken through the bills, as promoting ‘quackery’. I am pained by the use of this word
– Union Health Minister Dr Harsh Vardhan in Rajya Sabha
Take loan from World Bank to help states
– Shiv Sena tells Centre
Indian teenager named by UN to 2020 Class of Young Leaders for SDGs
Udit Singhal, an 18-year-old youngster from India has been named by the United Nations to the 2020 cohort of young leaders for the Sustainable Development Goals, the highest profile recognition opportunity at the world body for youngsters who are leading efforts to combat the world’s most pressing issues.
Tesla wins case against former employee accused of hacking, transferring data
- U.S. electric carmaker Tesla Inc won its case against a former employee, who was fired for hacking and transferring company data to third parties, according to court documents filed on Thursday.
- Tesla had filed a lawsuit against Martin Tripp, who formerly worked at the Tesla Gigafactory in Nevada, in 2018 claiming that he had admitted to writing software that hacked the carmaker’s manufacturing operating system, transferring several gigabytes of its data to third parties and making false claims to the media.
UP to fill up all vacancies on all government jobs in 6 months
Reports- ET Bureau
ASEAN, China, Japan, South Korea vow to use all policy tools to combat pandemic
US court turns down challenge to Trump’s temporary ban on H-1B
An Indian-American federal judge has turned down an appeal by 169 Indian citizens who had challenged the proclamation of President Donald Trump that barred foreign nationals on H-1B specialty occupation visa from entering the US till the end of the year.
SAARC to meet virtually on 24th September
SAARC (South Asian Association for Regional Cooperation) Council of Ministers, being hosted by Nepal, to meet virtually on 24th September. The meet was traditionally held coinciding with UNGA (United National General Assembly): Ministry of Foreign Affairs Nepal
DMK MP in RS, on Homoeopathy Central Council (Amendment) Bill
- This is one more attempt of this govt to strike at roots of federalism. From the day they assumed office, most Bills passed have taken away powers of state Govt: DMK MP T Siva in RS, on Homoeopathy Central Council (Amendment) Bill & Indian Medicine Central Council (Amendment)Bill.
- Standing Committee has very clearly stated that there is no representation of State Medical Councils in the Advisory Council. So, it is recommended that there should be a provision for representation of elected members of State Medical Councils, he said.
Trump not to attend UNGA session in-person
US President Donald Trump has abandoned his plans to deliver a speech at the United Nations General Assembly in person; he will instead address participants of the 75th Session of the UN General Assembly in a televised format.
Air India Express to Dubai Airports suspended till October 2
The move comes in wake of the airline having found a COVID-19 positive case on a September 4 flight from Jaipur to Dubai.
Salesforce to add 12,000 jobs over the next year – Fox News
Our government has completed 3.5 years today. We have been practising zero-tolerance towards corruption and have fulfilled 80-85% of the promises that we made to people
– Uttarakhand Chief Minister Trivendra Singh Rawat
India-US strategic energy partnership takes deep roots
– Taranjit Singh Sandhu, India’s ambassador to US
Rupee rises 24 paise to 73.42 against US dollar in early trade
Goa to prepare SOP on providing oxygen to COVID-19 patients
Mumbai: A cylinder blast reported at Manish Commercial Centre at Annie Besant Road in Worli
A team of fire brigade moved to the spot. More details awaited.
Rajya Sabha adjourned for 30 minutes
Moscow tennis tournament canceled over coronavirus cases
- The Kremlin Cup tennis tournament has been canceled because of a rising number of coronavirus cases in Moscow, the ATP and WTA tours have said.
- The men’s tournament had been scheduled to start Oct. 19, with the women’s event set for the following week.
Citigroup to hire 6,000 youth in Asia as unemployment soars – Bloomberg News
OPENING BELL: Sensex jumps 186.37 points to 39,166.22 in opening session; Nifty rises 62.70 points to 11,578.80
India’s Covid-19 tally rises above 52 lakh
- Total cases : 52,14,677
- Active cases : 10,17,754
- Cured/Discharged : 41,12,551
- Deaths : 84,372
Spike of 96,424 new cases & 1,174 deaths in last 24 hours
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