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Taiwan says resolving chip shortages needs Malaysia's help https://ift.tt/3ijuxYr

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Malaysia is home to suppliers and factories serving semiconductor makers such as Europe's STMicroelectronics and Infineon, as well as major carmakers including Toyota Motor Corp and Ford Motor Co.

ED seizes Rs 131 cr funds of Chinese-owned NBFC for forex law violation https://ift.tt/2ZCLOFC

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This case came under the ED radar during a separate money laundering probe against a number of NBFCs and FinTech companies which are linked to instant personal loans providing mobile apps.

Morning Brief: Green hydrogen: Hope or hype in addressing climate change challenges? https://ift.tt/3D2QJy0

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Uttar Pradesh aims to provide piped drinking water to a third of homes by December in Bundelkhand and Vindhya regions https://ift.tt/3uqSeTL

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All the seats in the legislative assembly from the nine districts in the two regions are held by the BJP or ally Apna Dal (S), which has a seat each in Mirzapur and Sonbhadra in the Vindhya region.

PM Modi lays foundation stone for 4 medical colleges in Rajasthan https://ift.tt/2YhauDp

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Modi laid the foundation stone for medical colleges in Banswara, Sirohi, Hanumangarh and Dausa districts of Rajasthan. He underlined that after he assumed office in 2014, his government has sanctioned 23 medical colleges for Rajasthan and seven of these are operational.

Punjab-like crisis natural for Congress as it does not honour sacrifices of workers: Union minister Bhupender Yadav https://ift.tt/3utBTO6

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Internal democracy, opportunities for talented and efficient people, and respect for its long-term workers are most important for a political party to work and connect with the people, Bhupender Yadav said.

Covid Live News Updates: 69% adults have got at least one jab, 25% fully vaccinated, says govt https://ift.tt/3kWN3YD

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Heavy September rains ensure normal monsoon for third straight year https://ift.tt/3mgxPNk

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The monsoon rainfall may persist for some more time in October as the moisture-laden winds continue to blow across the country. Total rainfall over the crucial June-September season was 0.7% below the long-period average of 88 centimetres, as per data from the IMD.

Lookout notice issued against ex-CP of Mumbai Param Bir Singh: Maharashtra HM, Dilip Walse Patil https://ift.tt/3zWHy0h

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Expo 2020 Dubai kicks off with lavish opening ceremony https://ift.tt/3uq3j7m

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Dubai, the region's tourism, trade and business hub, is hoping to boost its economy by attracting 25 million business and tourist visits to the world fair which has been built from scratch on 4.3 sq km (1.7 sq mile) of desert.

Watch: Inside a madrassa in Taliban-ruled Afghanistan https://ift.tt/3D01v8b

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India set to become one of the largest digital markets: Piyush Goyal https://ift.tt/3mgVY6m

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"I believe India is poised to become one of the largest digital markets with rapid expansion of mobile and internet networks," he said, adding that as India aims to become self-reliant, industry and entrepreneurs should use local talent to produce globally marketable solutions.

Watch: SpaceX-23 cargo vessel undocks from ISS https://ift.tt/2ZAnSTh

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No political objective, says Bhupesh Baghel on Chhattisgarh Congress MLAs Delhi visit https://ift.tt/3kYq4MS

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"The MLAs can't even go anywhere? If someone has gone there, it shouldn't be seen from a political angle. If a politician is going somewhere, it's obvious that he'll meet political persons only. PL Punia isn't in Delhi, how can anyone meet him there?" said Baghel while speaking to reporters here today.

Dhoni finishes in style as CSK sail into IPL play-offs https://ift.tt/3zWS5Ze

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Chasing 134, in-form openers Ruturaj Gaikwad (45 off 38) and Faf du Plessis (41 off 36) shared a sublime 75-run stand to give CSK an ideal start. A mini collapse in the middle overs made the chase interesting before CSK got the job done in 19.4 overs with Dhoni (14 not out off 11) hitting the winning six and bringing back memories of his heydays.

Uttar Pradesh Assembly polls 2022: AAP promises to spend 25% of budget on education if party wins https://ift.tt/3zVZt7o

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Low voter turnout recorded in high-voltage Bhabanipur by-poll seat https://ift.tt/2Wvdmf2

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The high-profile assembly constituency of Bhabanipur recorded a polling percentage of 53.32 % till 5 P.M. In Samserganj, it was 78.60% while in Jangipur it was 76.12%, according to data available from the Election Commission of India.

Scott Morrison says Quad necessary grouping to balance China in Indo-Pacific region https://ift.tt/3uqnvWK

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“India and Australia consider it as something that needs to be balanced in relation to China,” Morrison said in an online briefing, close on the heels of the maiden Quad summit held physically. This is the first such comment from any of the four Quad leaders since the September 24 summit held in Washington.

Indian Foreign Secretary Harsh V Shringla plans key trip to Sri Lanka over weekend https://ift.tt/3imeHwn

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This visit is also being planned in the backdrop of Colombo’s efforts to bolster defence ties with India. Sri Lankas new high commissioner to India Milinda Moragoda has drafted a paper (integrated country strategy paper) that called for bolster defence and security ties with India.

Cyclone threat for Gujarat recedes as depression moves away https://ift.tt/3iksUtE

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​​"The depression over northeast Arabian Sea off Gujarat coast moved west-northwestwards with a speed of about 15 km per hour in the last six hours and lay centered at 190 km west northwest of Devbhoomi Dwarka coast of Gujarat, 200 km south southeast of Karachi of Pakistan and 730 km east southeast of Chabahar port of Iran," the latest bulletin of the IMD said.

Arunachal Pradesh government proposes Comprehensive Scheme for Transmission line https://ift.tt/3omCQXt

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Deputy Chief Minister, Chowna Mein inaugurated Yazali Electrical Division Office and laid the foundation stone of the permanent office building for Electrical Division at Yazali Circle in Lower Subansiri District.

West Bengal by-polls: Voting begins in three constituencies, Bhabanipur in spotlight https://ift.tt/39PhlGb

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Morning Brief: SaaS-y Chennai: Freshworks & more, what makes the city the SaaS capital of India https://ift.tt/3m5DG8e

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India, US to conclude MoU to safeguard satellites from natural, man-made threats https://ift.tt/39MZGis

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The issue of expanding bilateral space cooperation figured during PM Narendra Modi’s meeting with the American leadership in Washington last week.

Bengal by-polls: Voting begins in three constituencies, Bhabanipur in the spotlight https://ift.tt/3mdYAlw

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State Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee, who lost from the Nandigram constituency in the assembly elections earlier this year, has to win this by-poll to retain the chief minister's post.

Delhi restaurant that denied entry to saree-clad woman shut for lack of licence https://ift.tt/3zSkmAk

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In the SDMC House meeting Wednesday, Congress councillor from Andrews Ganj Abhishek Dutt raised the issue and moved a proposal demanding a fine of Rs 5 lakh be imposed against any restaurant, bar or hotel that denies entry to any person wearing traditional Indian attire.

Gujarat: About 2 lakh cusecs of water released from Ukai Dam https://ift.tt/3ups6bE

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West Bengal Bypoll Updates Live: All eyes on Bhabanipur as Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee contests in bid to keep post https://ift.tt/2Wnleiu

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Govt working to ensure balanced trade deals: Piyush Goyal https://ift.tt/2ZIx742

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Goyal said the government will unveil robust e-commerce guidelines that will strike a fair balance in protecting small shopkeepers, internal trade, retailers, and ensure an orderly growth of the economy.

India's external debt prudently managed despite Covid-19: FM Nirmala Sitharaman https://ift.tt/2Y3KQSD

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"Salient debt indicators such as external debt as a ratio to GDP at 21.1%, debt service ratio at 8.2%, and foreign exchange reserves to external debt ratio at 101.2% are in a zone of comfort," said Sitharaman. "The long-term debt constitutes the bulk."

Gas shortages awaken Britain to some crucial workers: Truck drivers https://ift.tt/3D12Prk

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Now, as a critical shortage of truck drivers has caused gas pumps to run dry across the country and disrupted the lives of thousands, Britons and their leaders in Parliament are delivering a plaintive message: We need you.

Congress crisis simmers in Punjab, Amarinder-Amit Shah meeting fuels speculation https://ift.tt/2ZMR0Hj

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The meeting between Former Punjab Chief Minister Captain Amarinder Singh and Union Home Minister Amit Shah came amid fresh turmoil in Punjab Congress with the sudden resignation of state Congress chief Navjot Singh Sidhu and led to speculation that the Congress leader may be warming up to the BJP.

Cash-strapped Evergrande Group to sell $1.5 billion stake in Shengjing Bank to state firm https://ift.tt/3AXq2Ks

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Shengjing Bank, one of the main lenders to Evergrande, had demanded that all net proceeds from the disposal be used to settle the financial liabilities of the property developer due to the lender, Evergrande said in an exchange filing.

India exempts Covid-19 vaccine from import duty https://ift.tt/3F2FGqv

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"The Central Government, on being satisfied that it is necessary in the public interest so to do, hereby exempts the goods of the description specified when imported into India, from the whole of the duty of customs leviable," the Board said in a notification issued on September 29.

Exported Rs 38,000 crore worth defence equipment in 7 years, says Rajnath Singh https://ift.tt/3D11EYW

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Defence Minister Rajnath Singh urged private sector defence companies to invest in research and development, particularly in technologies relating to cyberspace.

As deadline looms, Democrats scramble to avert US government shutdown https://ift.tt/3F6s9y0

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The Senate could vote on Wednesday or Thursday on a bipartisan resolution to fund federal operations through early December, Senate Democratic Leader Chuck Schumer said. "With so many critical issues to address, the last thing the American people need right now is a government shutdown. This will prevent one from happening," Schumer said.

Cabinet okays Rs 4,400 crore infusion in ECGC, its listing https://ift.tt/3kOGeZ0

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The government said the capital infusion and planned IPO will increase ECGC's underwriting capacity up to ₹88,000 crore and facilitate additional exports of ₹5.28 lakh crore over a five-year period.

NCST group to study loopholes in caste certificate issuance system https://ift.tt/3upTC99

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The NCST has recently received several complaints of fake caste certificates issued in states, including Madhya Pradesh, Maharashtra and Andhra Pradesh. There have been complaints of 35,000 alleged fake complaints issued from Madhya Pradesh in connivance with officials.

India to enhance observation system Lorros at China, Pakistan borders https://ift.tt/3zUZMz0

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The long-range surveillance can spot moving and stationary vehicles at a minimum distance of 40 km and 15 km, respectively. As per the existing specifications, the distance was 15 km for human targets and 24 km for vehicles.

India, US can aim for $1 trillion trade in next 10 years: Piyush Goyal https://ift.tt/3AWPmQR

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“I'm happy to look at a trillion dollar target for the next 10 years between the US and India. I'm happy to engage with the US, and look for expanding our economic partnership so that then all four members of the QUAD would have very strong economic ties with each other,” Goyal said at an event organised by the US-India Strategic Partnership Forum (USISPF).

Watch: Lava from Spanish volcano pours into sea https://ift.tt/3CVzdMb

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US Senate bill seeks sanctions against Taliban government enablers https://ift.tt/39MGRvZ

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The bill "Afghanistan Counterterrorism, Oversight, and Accountability Act" also seeks to establish a task force that will focus on continued evacuation of American citizens, legal permanent residents and Special Immigrant Visa holders from Afghanistan.

Buzz around Captain Amarinder, rumours afoot regarding plot over farm laws https://ift.tt/3ujA1aF

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Singh's arrival to Delhi created 'news breaks' on his likely meetings with home minister Amit Shah and BJP chief JP Nadda. His team dismissed them as rumours but speculation over his next move was so much that Congress leaders were divided on what could happen next.

Sidhu roasts Gandhis, Channi regime; Captain camp 'works on no trust move' https://ift.tt/3kPLsUr

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"The collapse of a man's character stems from the compromise corner. I can never compromise on Punjab's future and the agenda for the welfare of Punjab. Therefore, I hereby resign as president of the Punjab Pradesh Congress Committee. Will continue to serve the Congress," Sidhu said in his resignation letter

Mevani's 'ideological' plunge may not help Congress in Gujarat https://ift.tt/3m6tVqu

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While senior leaders in the party told ET that Mevani, who joined "ideologically" on Tuesday, is likely to be propped up as a Dalit face and be positioned nationally ahead of the crucial UP elections for campaigns, a leader on condition of anonymity said: "This is what even he desires. We have little use for him here since demographically neither Dalits are a significant voter base nor does he have any connect with the grassroots."

Delhi riots were planned, didn't happen on spur of moment, says Delhi High Court https://ift.tt/3EXTLFE

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HC found no force in the argument of the accused that the sword being carried by him was merely for self-defence to protect himself and his family. HC said the argument did not stand as "the video footage places the petitioner 1.6 km away from his residence and does not reveal any immediate impending harm."

Buy or Sell: Stock ideas by experts for September 29, 2021 https://ift.tt/eA8V8J

In the aftermath of COVID-19, women find it hard to return to the office https://ift.tt/3ifULeK

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According to data put together for ET by the Avtar Group, four out of every 10 women surveyed by the diversity and inclusion consulting firm reported child care as a challenge when returning to office for a 9 am to 5 pm work setup.

Aditya Birla Sun Life AMC IPO opens today: Key things you need to know https://ift.tt/eA8V8J

Punjab: Congress chaos continues, Navjot Singh Sidhu's move triggers string of resignations https://ift.tt/2ZHx8VS

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India committed to nuclear weapon-free world: Foreign Secy Harsh Shringla at UNSC https://ift.tt/3AQqIkX

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Stocks in focus: HDFC AMC, NBCC, Axis Bank and more https://ift.tt/eA8V8J

Senate Republicans again block U.S. debt limit hike, shutdown looms https://ift.tt/3kPqvsu

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Biden canceled a planned Wednesday trip to Chicago to promote the COVID-19 vaccine so he can continue negotiations with the Democrats' moderate and progressive wings, which need to act in unison to pass anything due to their razor-thin majorities.