Israel agrees to temporary ceasefire in Gaza during Ramzan, Passover

March 2, 2025 7:23 AM

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Israel agrees to temporary ceasefire in Gaza during Ramzan, Passover

Israel has agreed to a proposal for a temporary ceasefire in Gaza during the Ramzan and Passover periods. Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's office in a statement this morning said it has agreed to implement the US envoy Steve Witkoff’s idea of a ceasefire extension. The decision comes as the first...

GST collections jump 9.1% in Feb to ₹1.84 lakh crore

March 2, 2025 7:29 AM

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GST collections jump 9.1% in Feb to ₹1.84 lakh crore

India’s gross Goods and Services Tax, GST, collections jumped 9.1 per cent in February to 1.84 lakh crore rupees in comparison to the same month last year. February marks the 12th consecutive month of over 1.7 lakh crore rupees of collections. As per the data, mop up from Central GST stood at 35,204...

WPL 2025: Delhi Capitals beat Royal Challengers Bengaluru by 9 wickets

March 2, 2025 6:26 AM

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WPL 2025: Delhi Capitals beat Royal Challengers Bengaluru by 9 wickets

In the Women's Premier League (WPL) T20 cricket match, Delhi Capitals beat Royal Challengers Bengaluru by nine wickets at M. Chinnaswamy Stadium, Bengaluru last night. With this, Delhi booked their place in the play-offs.   Chasing the target of 148 runs, Delhi Capitals made it look easy as the...

UK agrees to provide $2.8 billion loan to Ukraine

March 2, 2025 6:13 AM

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UK agrees to provide $2.8 billion loan to Ukraine

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky met with UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer in London yesterday. During the meeting, the United Kingdom agreed to provide Ukraine with a 2.8 billion US dollar loan. President Zelensky said the loan will enhance Ukraine’s defence capabilities and will be repaid usin...

Nepal: Swayambhu Festival promotes local art and culture

March 1, 2025 9:32 PM

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Nepal: Swayambhu Festival promotes local art and culture

  The week-long Swayambhu festival organized by Kathmandu Metropolitan ended today. Swayambhu Festival highlighted the historical, cultural, and religious significance of Swayambhu, a UNESCO heritage site in Nepal. It is a sacred pilgrimage site for Buddhists.   The festival promotes local products,...

Govt aiming twin target of agro growth & rural prosperity says PM Modi

March 1, 2025 9:09 PM

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Govt aiming twin target of agro growth & rural prosperity says PM Modi

Prime Minister Narendra Modi has said that the government is moving ahead with the twin target of achieving the growth of the agriculture sector and rural prosperity. Addressing a Post-Budget Webinar on Agriculture and Rural Prosperity today virtually, Mr Modi said that India's resolve to move towar...

Govt launches several initiatives to promote healthier lifestyle

March 1, 2025 8:58 PM

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Govt launches several initiatives to promote healthier lifestyle

Information and Broadcasting Ministry today said that the government has launched several initiatives, including Fit India Movement, POSHAN Abhiyaan, Eat Right India, and Khelo India to promote healthier lifestyles, better nutrition, and physical activity. These programs aim to encourage long-term b...