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Bond Yields Plunge, Rupee Soars On RBI Stability Measures

The benchmark 10-year bond yield dropped as much 20 basis points (bps) in opening trade and was down 16 basis points (bps) at 5.96% at 10:42 am. from NDTV Profit - Latest https://ift.tt/31MbxdC The benchmark 10-year bond yield dropped as much 20 basis points (bps) in opening trade and was down 16 basis points (bps) at 5.96% at 10:42 am.

L&T Sells Electrical And Automation Business To Schneider Electric

Meanwhile, the Defence Ministry signed contract with L&T, Bharat Earth Movers and Tata Power Company, on Monday to supply six Pinaka regiments to Indian Army by 2024. from NDTV Profit - Latest https://ift.tt/2GjXHXD Meanwhile, the Defence Ministry signed contract with L&T, Bharat Earth Movers and Tata Power Company, on Monday to supply six Pinaka regiments to Indian Army by 2024.

Maruti Suzuki Domestic Sales Rose Nearly 22% In August

Maruti Suzuki on Tuesday reported domestic sales of 115,325 units in August 2020, marking agrowth of 21.7 per cent compared to corresponding month last year. from NDTV Profit - Latest https://ift.tt/31LtzN1 Maruti Suzuki on Tuesday reported domestic sales of 115,325 units in August 2020, marking agrowth of 21.7 per cent compared to corresponding month last year.

News24.com | Baby girl flung from car as alleged drunk driver hits car while fleeing another accident scene

A 3-month-old girl was flung from a car when an alleged drunk driver collided head-on with a VW Polo in a one-way street while fleeing another accident scene in Ottawa, Durban. from News24 Top Stories https://ift.tt/32G8KSp

Strong typhoon sweeping over Japan's southernmost islands

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Warnings issued for the area around Okinawa, home to US military bases, said strong gusts could cause some homes to collapse and extremely high tides were a risk as well. The Japanese meteorological agency said Typhoon Maysak was expected to later make landfall on Kyushu, Japan's southern main island. from World News Headlines, Latest International News, World Breaking News - Times of India https://ift.tt/34QATc3 Warnings issued for the area around Okinawa, home to US military bases, said strong gusts could cause some homes to collapse and extremely high tides were a risk as well. The Japanese meteorological agency said Typhoon Maysak was expected to later make landfall on Kyushu, Japan's southern main island.

Non-Subsidised Cooking Gas Rates Nearly Unchanged In Metros

Currently, the government subsidises 12 LPG cylinders of 14.2 kilograms each per household every year. The consumer has to make any additional purchases of LPG cylinders at the market price. from NDTV Profit - Latest https://ift.tt/3beyglk Currently, the government subsidises 12 LPG cylinders of 14.2 kilograms each per household every year. The consumer has to make any additional purchases of LPG cylinders at the market price.

Sensex, Nifty Flat Amid Volatile Trade

At 10:01 am, the Sensex traded 36.12 points - or 0.09 per cent - higher at 38,664.41 while the Nifty was down 11.95 points - or 0.10 per cent - at 11,375.55. from NDTV Profit - Latest https://ift.tt/3jyGRCA At 10:01 am, the Sensex traded 36.12 points - or 0.09 per cent - higher at 38,664.41 while the Nifty was down 11.95 points - or 0.10 per cent - at 11,375.55.

News24.com | Eskom to implement Stage 2 loadshedding on Tuesday

Eskom has said in a statement that due to a severely constrained generation system as a result of multiple unit breakdowns, it has become necessary to implement Stage 2 loadshedding from 12:00 to 22:00 on Tuesday. from News24 Top Stories https://ift.tt/3bg8rl5

News24.com | 'I am grateful I survived' - Mabuza after month-long illness

Deputy president David Mabuza is recovering from a month-long illness he is grateful to have survived. from News24 Top Stories https://ift.tt/34SALce

News24.com | Tafelberg school property ruling: Western Cape govt, Sisulu respond to landmark judgment

The Western Cape government said it was “deeply committed to addressing the need of residents for affordable housing and redressing the spatial legacy of apartheid”. from News24 Top Stories https://ift.tt/3blyaZl

Sensex Gains Over 200 Points, Nifty Touches 11,450 Amid Choppy Trade

Consumer spending, private investments and exports all collapsed during the world's strictest lockdown imposed in late March to combat the COVID-19 pandemic. from NDTV Profit - Latest https://ift.tt/2Gh7CNu Consumer spending, private investments and exports all collapsed during the world's strictest lockdown imposed in late March to combat the COVID-19 pandemic.

Jobs App For Poor Workers Used By Amazon, BigBasket Raises $8 Million

The app helps first-time internet users access job opportunities by entering their name, age, and skills to generate a virtual "business card" that's shared with potential employers. from NDTV Profit - Latest https://ift.tt/3hLOHYR The app helps first-time internet users access job opportunities by entering their name, age, and skills to generate a virtual "business card" that's shared with potential employers.

-24%: India On Track For First Full-Year Contraction In 4 Decades

Gross domestic product shrank 23.9% in the three months to June from a year earlier, the Statistics Ministry said in a report Monday. from NDTV Profit - Latest https://ift.tt/2EHFS40 Gross domestic product shrank 23.9% in the three months to June from a year earlier, the Statistics Ministry said in a report Monday.

Petrol Prices Hiked by 4-5 Paise Across Metros On Tuesday

In Delhi, the price of petrol was hiked to Rs 82.08 from Rs 82.03 paise per litre, while diesel was untouched at Rs 73.56 per litre, according to Indian Oil Corporation. from NDTV Profit - Latest https://ift.tt/2EzMl19 In Delhi, the price of petrol was hiked to Rs 82.08 from Rs 82.03 paise per litre, while diesel was untouched at Rs 73.56 per litre, according to Indian Oil Corporation.

Monuments other than Taj to reopen from Tuesday in Agra

The officials of the Archaeological Survey of India (ASI) and the district administration said all necessary preparations and precautions were in place to welcome visitors to the historical monuments in Agra, other than the Taj Mahal and the Agra Fort. from Latest News - News in India - Today's Headlines - Breaking news - saharasamay https://ift.tt/3jtNje3

Global coronavirus cases top 25.4 million: JHU

The overall number of global coronavirus cases has topped 25.4 million, while the deaths have increased to over 849,000, according to the Johns Hopkins University. from Latest News - News in India - Today's Headlines - Breaking news - saharasamay https://ift.tt/3bfaBRS

No country can just pretend pandemic is over: WHO

Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus, Director-General of the World Health Organization (WHO), said that he wants to see children returning to school and people going back to work, but at the same time, no country can just pretend that the global Covid-19 pandemic is over. from Latest News - News in India - Today's Headlines - Breaking news - saharasamay https://ift.tt/2QJsC1s

Portland protests: Trump, Biden clash over street violence

US President Donald Trump and his Democratic rival Joe Biden have been accusing one another over violence that has erupted at protests in Portland, Oregon. from Latest News - News in India - Today's Headlines - Breaking news - saharasamay https://ift.tt/3jshUbG

Bihar polls: Congress to begin virtual campaign from Sep 1

The Congress in Bihar will kick off its virtual campaign in the pandemic era for the upcoming Assembly elections from the state's Betiya town in West Champaran district on Tuesday. from Latest News - News in India - Today's Headlines - Breaking news - saharasamay https://ift.tt/3jAilAK

News24.com | Covid-19 in SA: Cases at 627 041 as death toll hits 14 149

An increase of 1 985 new positive Covid-19 cases has been recorded, bringing the total to 627 041, according to Minister of Health Zweli Mkhize. from News24 Top Stories https://ift.tt/2Dk6Q16

Sensex, Nifty Likely To Have A Firm Opening

The domestic stock markets are likely to open in the green, a day after plunging more than 2 per cent, going by early indications from Singapore Nifty futures trading. from NDTV Profit - Latest https://ift.tt/3jxlIJ0 The domestic stock markets are likely to open in the green, a day after plunging more than 2 per cent, going by early indications from Singapore Nifty futures trading.

चीनी सेना के खदेड़े जाने के बाद विदेश मंत्री वांग बोले-बातचीत से सुलझाएंगे मसले

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India-China Faceoff: चीनी सेना (PLA) के घुसपैठ से जुड़े मंसूबों पर पानी फिरने के बाद अब चीनी विदेश मंत्री वांग यी (Wang Yi) ने कहा है कि भारत के साथ चीन सभी मुद्दे बातचीत के जरिए सुलझान चाहता है. from Latest News चीन News18 हिंदी https://ift.tt/2ETbbsi

चीन ने सरकारी टीवी की ऑस्ट्रेलियाई एंकर को किया गिरफ्तार, जासूसी का शक

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Australian TV anchor Cheng Lei arrested: चीन की सरकारी मीडिया में काम कर रहीं ऑस्ट्रेलियाई एंकर चेंग लेई को कथित जासूसी के आरोपों में चीन में गिरफ्तार कर लिया गया है. from Latest News चीन News18 हिंदी https://ift.tt/3lD00Vx

Skanray’s at the forefront of ventilator supply in India

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Sovereign Gold Bonds Open For Subscription Till Friday. Should You Buy?

The interest on gold bonds is taxable. However, the capital gains arising out of redemption are exempted for individual investors. from NDTV Profit - Latest https://ift.tt/3bc20j5 The interest on gold bonds is taxable. However, the capital gains arising out of redemption are exempted for individual investors.

Adani Group To Purchase Majority Stake In Mumbai International Airport

Adani Group will buy 50.5 per centstake from GVK Group and 23.5 per cent from minority partners including Airports Company South Africa and Bidvest Group. from NDTV Profit - Latest https://ift.tt/3jveJjO Adani Group will buy 50.5 per centstake from GVK Group and 23.5 per cent from minority partners including Airports Company South Africa and Bidvest Group.

News24.com | Tata ma chance: Pensioner arrested for allegedly stealing R4.7m Covid-19 relief money

A Hammanskraal pensioner scored a sizeable extra pension of R4.7 million by allegedly stealing the money from the UIF's Covid-19 Temporary Employer/Employee Relief Scheme. from News24 Top Stories https://ift.tt/2ELqqnp

Adani Group To Buy 74% Stake In Mumbai Airport

Adani Airport Holdings has "entered into an agreement to acquire the debt of GVK Airport Developers", Adani Enterprise said. from NDTV Profit - Latest https://ift.tt/2QExIvH Adani Airport Holdings has "entered into an agreement to acquire the debt of GVK Airport Developers", Adani Enterprise said.

BSE's India INX Launches Gold, Silver Futures Contracts In Dollars

The Gold Quanto futures will have Indian Gold spot purity 995 as the underlying and Silver Quanto futures will have Indian Silver spot purity 999 as the underlying. from NDTV Profit - Latest https://ift.tt/3bbW61b The Gold Quanto futures will have Indian Gold spot purity 995 as the underlying and Silver Quanto futures will have Indian Silver spot purity 999 as the underlying.

India May See 19.2% GDP Drop, Worst Among Major Asian Nations: Analysts

With more than 65,000 new infections a day and total cases topping 3 million in a country of 1.3 billion, India's road to recovery appears a long and hard one. from NDTV Profit - Latest https://ift.tt/3jsNUMX With more than 65,000 new infections a day and total cases topping 3 million in a country of 1.3 billion, India's road to recovery appears a long and hard one.

Reliance Industries Gains Over 2% On Future Group Acquisition

Reliance Industries on Saturday announced the acquisition of the retail, wholesale, logistics and warehousing businesses of the Future Group for Rs 24,713 crore through its subsidiary, Reliance Retail... from NDTV Profit - Latest https://ift.tt/3gI6yyO Reliance Industries on Saturday announced the acquisition of the retail, wholesale, logistics and warehousing businesses of the Future Group for Rs 24,713 crore through its subsidiary, Reliance Retail...

News24.com | 2 505 new Covid-19 cases bring SA's total to 625 056, with 47 new deaths

South Africa's recovery rate for Covid-19 has remained steady at 86%, well above the global average of 66%. from News24 Top Stories https://ift.tt/3lrA0wm

News24.com | The week ahead in Parliament: Mabuza scheduled to answer questions

Deputy President David Mabuza is due back in Parliament on Thursday to close off what is quite probably the shortest parliamentary term ever. from News24 Top Stories https://ift.tt/2YPsvph

Ex-defence minister Ishiba is people's choice for next Japan PM: Polls

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Former Japanese defence minister Shigeru Ishiba is the most popular choice among the public to be the next prime minister, media opinion polls showed, as the race kicks off to succeed Shinzo Abe after his abrupt resignation last week. But local media reported chief cabinet secretary Yoshihide Suga was set to receive the backing of several major factions within the ruling Liberal Democratic Party. from World News Headlines, Latest International News, World Breaking News - Times of India https://ift.tt/31H49jj Former Japanese defence minister Shigeru Ishiba is the most popular choice among the public to be the next prime minister, media opinion polls showed, as the race kicks off to succeed Shinzo Abe after his abrupt resignation last week. But local media reported chief cabinet secretary Yoshihide Suga was set to receive the backing of several major factions within the ruling Liberal Democratic Party.

Thousands arrested for 'virus-related crimes' in China

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Nearly 5,800 people suspected of killing health workers, selling defective medical equipment and lying about their travel history have been arrested in China for epidemic-related crimes since January, the state prosecutor's office said.​ from World News Headlines, Latest International News, World Breaking News - Times of India https://ift.tt/3b9orFk Nearly 5,800 people suspected of killing health workers, selling defective medical equipment and lying about their travel history have been arrested in China for epidemic-related crimes since January, the state prosecutor's office said.​

Nearly 500k register for free tests in Hong Kong

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Hong Kong authorities say nearly half a million people have registered for a free universal coronavirus testing programme that is due to begin on Tuesday. Residents registering online have already booked out 80 testing sites located in gymnasiums and community centres for the initial day of the programme, according to the government's website. from World News Headlines, Latest International News, World Breaking News - Times of India https://ift.tt/3hHpUoQ Hong Kong authorities say nearly half a million people have registered for a free universal coronavirus testing programme that is due to begin on Tuesday. Residents registering online have already booked out 80 testing sites located in gymnasiums and community centres for the initial day of the programme, according to the government's website.

Australia records its deadliest day of pandemic

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Australia recorded its deadliest day of the pandemic on Monday as the government urged hot spot Victoria state to announce its plans to lift a lockdown on the country's second-largest city. Victoria's health department reported 41 deaths from Covid-19 and 73 new infections in the latest 24-hour period. from World News Headlines, Latest International News, World Breaking News - Times of India https://ift.tt/3jnr0GK Australia recorded its deadliest day of the pandemic on Monday as the government urged hot spot Victoria state to announce its plans to lift a lockdown on the country's second-largest city. Victoria's health department reported 41 deaths from Covid-19 and 73 new infections in the latest 24-hour period.

Protest outside Boris Johnson's residence against enforced disappearances in Balochistan

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Sensex Jumps Over 500 Points, Nifty Tops 11,750 As Banking Stocks Soar

Official data on the country's gross domestic product (GDP) will be released at 5:30 pm today. from NDTV Profit - Latest https://ift.tt/34P3Hlo Official data on the country's gross domestic product (GDP) will be released at 5:30 pm today.

Petrol, Diesel Prices Remain Unchanged On Monday

In Delhi, the price of petrol remained unchanged at Rs 82.03 paise per litre and diesel was untouched at Rs 73.56 per litre, according to Indian Oil Corporation. from NDTV Profit - Latest https://ift.tt/3jzxpip In Delhi, the price of petrol remained unchanged at Rs 82.03 paise per litre and diesel was untouched at Rs 73.56 per litre, according to Indian Oil Corporation.

जिनपिंग सख्त, बिना चीन की इजाजत के अब अमेरिकी कंपनी नहीं खरीद पाएगी TikTok

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Tiktok Ban: चीन ने अमेरिकी कंपनियों को Tiktok खरीदने से रोकने के लिए अब टेक्नोलॉजी से जुड़े निर्यात प्रतिबन्ध लागी कर दिए हैं. अब Tiktik को बेचने के लिए बाइट डांस को चीनी सरकार की अनुमति लेनी होगी. from Latest News चीन News18 हिंदी https://ift.tt/3hHrYgA

PAK की तरह भुखमरी की कगार पर है चीन, लोगों को खाना न बर्बाद करने की सलाह

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China food crisis: चीन के राष्ट्रपति शी जिनपिंग (Xi Jinping) ने खाना बर्बाद करने वाले लोगों के लिए एक नए कैम्पने की शुरुआत की है. हालांकि विश्लेषकों का मानना है कि कोरोना वायरस, बाढ़ और टिड्डी के चलते चीन में अनाज की पैदावार कम हुई है और भुखमरी के हालातों के चलते ऐसा किया गया है. from Latest News चीन News18 हिंदी https://ift.tt/3ltJmYJ

Chinese mainland reports no new locally-transmitted Covid-19 cases

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US nears 6 million cases of coronavirus

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Sensex, Nifty Likely To Have A Firm Opening

Asian shares notched a fresh two-year high on Monday as investors wagered monetary and fiscal policies globally would stay super stimulatory for a protracted period. from NDTV Profit - Latest https://ift.tt/32HTPH4 Asian shares notched a fresh two-year high on Monday as investors wagered monetary and fiscal policies globally would stay super stimulatory for a protracted period.

GDP Growth Data For June Quarter To Be Released Today: 10 Things To Know

India's gross domestic product or GDP is widely expected to have shrunk in the April-June period, as data covering the quarter fully captures the damage caused by the fast-spreading coronavirus... from NDTV Profit - Latest https://ift.tt/3hHnc2E India's gross domestic product or GDP is widely expected to have shrunk in the April-June period, as data covering the quarter fully captures the damage caused by the fast-spreading coronavirus...

Global coronavirus cases top 25 million

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The real number of people infected by the virus around the world is believed to be much higher - perhaps 10 times higher in the US, according to the Centre for Disease Control and Prevention - given testing limitations and the many mild cases that have gone unreported or unrecognised. from World News Headlines, Latest International News, World Breaking News - Times of India https://ift.tt/3b86nvk The real number of people infected by the virus around the world is believed to be much higher - perhaps 10 times higher in the US, according to the Centre for Disease Control and Prevention - given testing limitations and the many mild cases that have gone unreported or unrecognised.

Vocal for local toys: PM Modi stresses on making India a toy hub

Noting that the global toy industry is worth over Rs 7 lakh crore but India's share is very small in the sector, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday gave a clarion call to be "vocal for local toys", stressing on the need for making the country a toy hub. from Latest News - News in India - Today's Headlines - Breaking news - saharasamay https://ift.tt/2YKKc9w

Global coronavirus deaths surpass 840,000

Global coronavirus deaths surpassed 840,000 on Saturday, according to the Center for Systems Science and Engineering (CSSE) at Johns Hopkins University. from Latest News - News in India - Today's Headlines - Breaking news - saharasamay https://ift.tt/3gIbweS

News24.com | 4 people die in early morning fires in Cape Town

Four people have died in two separate fires in Khayelitsha and Dunoon, in Cape Town. from News24 Top Stories https://ift.tt/3gLFnCV

News24.com | Eastern Cape men slapped with lengthy jail terms for robbing Jet clothing store of R20K

Two robbers have been slapped with lengthy jail terms for robbing a Jet store in Bizana in the Eastern Cape in May 2016. from News24 Top Stories https://ift.tt/3gI8mb0

News24.com | Three things we learned from the Community Shield

Three things we learned from the Community Shield final between Arsenal and Liverpool. from News24 Top Stories https://ift.tt/3gEcFnt

News24.com | Djokovic seeks 18th Slam win at US Open as hungry foes lurk

The US Open gives Novak Djokovic a prime opportunity to gain ground on absent Roger Federer and Rafael Nadal in chasing the all-time men's Grand Slam singles title record. from News24 Top Stories https://ift.tt/3bllt0R

2 Russian aircraft intercept US Air Force bomber in 'unsafe manner'

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Defying China, Czech delegation arrives in Taiwan

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When Sushant was punished on first day of standard eleven!

It was in 2001 that Sushant Singh Rajput came to the Capital from Bihar to pursue higher studies. He had taken admission in Kulachi Hansraj Model School, where he made a few good friends. from Latest News - News in India - Today's Headlines - Breaking news - saharasamay https://ift.tt/3hHUzT6

Arsenal edge Liverpool in shootout to win Community Shield

Arsenal warmed up for the new Premier League season lifting the Community Shield as they edged Liverpool 5-4 in penalties at London's Wembley Stadium on Saturday. from Latest News - News in India - Today's Headlines - Breaking news - saharasamay https://ift.tt/3gK9mey

Imam Hussain's emphasis on equality gives strength: PM Modi

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday recalled the sacrifice of Imam Hussain -- the grandson of Prophet Muhammad -- on the occasion of Muharram, saying, "His emphasis on equality as well as fairness are noteworthy and give strength". from Latest News - News in India - Today's Headlines - Breaking news - saharasamay https://ift.tt/2ERAwCU

With 56 new corona cases, alarm bells ring again in Taj city

Agra reported 56 fresh cases of Covid-19 in the last 24 hours, even as the 55-hour weekend lockdown continues. from Latest News - News in India - Today's Headlines - Breaking news - saharasamay https://ift.tt/31GuNZW

Alert plumber prevents derailment of train in UP

Timely intervention by an alert plumber helped in averting a major train accident in Uttar Pradesh's Moradabad district. from Latest News - News in India - Today's Headlines - Breaking news - saharasamay https://ift.tt/3bb0ltZ

Bihar polls: Manjhi-led HAM expected to join NDA

With Assembly elections slated to be held in October-November this year in Bihar, former Chief Minister Jitan Ram Manjhi-led Hindustani Awam Morcha - Secular (HAM-S) is likely to become a part of the National Democratic Alliance (NDA) soon. from Latest News - News in India - Today's Headlines - Breaking news - saharasamay https://ift.tt/2QyxtSS

India INX To Launch Gold, Silver Futures Contracts In Dollars On Monday

Gold Quanto futures will have Indian Gold spot purity 995 as underlying and Silver Quanto futures will have Indian Silver spot purity 999 as underlying. from NDTV Profit - Latest https://ift.tt/3jmLvTS Gold Quanto futures will have Indian Gold spot purity 995 as underlying and Silver Quanto futures will have Indian Silver spot purity 999 as underlying.

India crosses 3.5 million mark with 78,761 new corona cases

With a single-day spike of 78,761 fresh cases and 948 deaths, the coronavirus tally in India on Sunday reached 35,42,733 cases, data from the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare showed. from Latest News - News in India - Today's Headlines - Breaking news - saharasamay https://ift.tt/32wvsfq

News24.com | Djokovic shrugs off Nadal, Federer concerns over new players association

Novak Djokovic shrugged off concerns of Rafael Nadal and Roger Federer and announced the formation of a new men's pro tennis players' association. from News24 Top Stories https://ift.tt/3b9T9hR

Anger after French magazine depicts Black lawmaker as slave

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A French magazine has apologized after portraying a Black lawmaker as a slave, as France's government and officials across the political spectrum decried the publication. from World News Headlines, Latest International News, World Breaking News - Times of India https://ift.tt/3jpHJcy A French magazine has apologized after portraying a Black lawmaker as a slave, as France's government and officials across the political spectrum decried the publication.

Petrol Prices Hiked by 9-10 Paise On Sunday; Diesel Remains Unchanged

In Delhi, the price of petrol was increased by 9 paise from Rs 81.94 per litre to Rs 82.03 paise, according to Indian Oil Corporation. from NDTV Profit - Latest https://ift.tt/32GmJrl In Delhi, the price of petrol was increased by 9 paise from Rs 81.94 per litre to Rs 82.03 paise, according to Indian Oil Corporation.

Yoshihide Suga to join race to succeed PM Abe: Report

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Japan's Chief Cabinet Secretary Yoshihide Suga will join the race to succeed his boss Shinzo Abe as prime minister, Kyodo news agency reported on Sunday, as the competition heats up to succeed Japan's longest-serving leader. from World News Headlines, Latest International News, World Breaking News - Times of India https://ift.tt/3b7m4TH Japan's Chief Cabinet Secretary Yoshihide Suga will join the race to succeed his boss Shinzo Abe as prime minister, Kyodo news agency reported on Sunday, as the competition heats up to succeed Japan's longest-serving leader.

Brazil surpasses 120,000 Covid deaths

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Brazil is just the second country to surpass a death toll of 120,000 in the pandemic, after the United States, where the number killed is now more than 182,000. Unlike in Europe and Asia, where the virus hit hard and then subsided, Brazil's outbreak is advancing at a slow but devastating pace. from World News Headlines, Latest International News, World Breaking News - Times of India https://ift.tt/3jt0Oe0 Brazil is just the second country to surpass a death toll of 120,000 in the pandemic, after the United States, where the number killed is now more than 182,000. Unlike in Europe and Asia, where the virus hit hard and then subsided, Brazil's outbreak is advancing at a slow but devastating pace.

Death toll rises to 29 in north China restaurant collapse

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The Ministry of Emergency Management says another 28 people were injured, seven of them seriously, when the building suddenly tumbled on Saturday. from World News Headlines, Latest International News, World Breaking News - Times of India https://ift.tt/3b9J1pl The Ministry of Emergency Management says another 28 people were injured, seven of them seriously, when the building suddenly tumbled on Saturday.

Fuel prices remain unchanged as OMCs pause hike

Petrol price rise was arrested on Saturday after it rose for two consecutive previous days extending its gain over diesel that has remained steady for last few weeks holding on to its price since July 30. from Latest News - News in India - Today's Headlines - Breaking news - saharasamay https://ift.tt/31DZmzt

News24.com | SATURDAY PROFILE | Sanef chair Sbu Ngalwa: ‘Not all Independent Media staff agree with owner’

Sbu Ngalwa says Independent Media's stance is hurting the self-regulation of the industry. from News24 Top Stories https://ift.tt/2QzzL4b

News24.com | WATCH | 'He was everybody's favourite' - Nathaniel Julies' family want justice

Nathaniel's Bradley Julies' death, allegedly at the hands of police members, has sparked anger in Eldorado Park. from News24 Top Stories https://ift.tt/3luiUOE

News24.com | WATCH | United Airlines announce biggest pilot cuts in its history

United Airlines is preparing for the biggest pilot furloughs of its history after announcing the need to cut 2 850 pilot jobs this year, without further US government aid. from News24 Top Stories https://ift.tt/31DIpFf

News24.com | Lufthansa ready to restart SA commercial flights, keeps lockdown lifeline going

Throughout the lockdown period, it has been the aim of Lufthansa to ensure that some kind of "connection lifeline" remains between South Africa and Germany. from News24 Top Stories https://ift.tt/2Qzk2C7

India's Kharif Crop Plantings At Record High Amid Plentiful Monsoon Rains

The farm ministry could revise its preliminary planting figures, however, as more data flows in from states. from NDTV Profit - Latest https://ift.tt/2YJK7TG The farm ministry could revise its preliminary planting figures, however, as more data flows in from states.

Gold Price Jumps Over 2% On Weakening Dollar, US Monetary Policy Shift

Low interest rates tend to support gold, which is a hedge against inflation and currency depreciation. from NDTV Profit - Latest https://ift.tt/34IMycT Low interest rates tend to support gold, which is a hedge against inflation and currency depreciation.

Suresh Raina heads back to India citing 'personal reasons', ruled out of IPL 2020

In a major blow to Chennai Super Kings, veteran batsman Suresh Raina will not be available for the upcoming edition of the Indian Premier League (IPL) slated to be played in the UAE from September 19. The IPL franchise informed on Saturday morning that Raina has returned to India for "personal reasons". from Latest News - News in India - Today's Headlines - Breaking news - saharasamay https://ift.tt/3b8TQIg

ENG vs PAK 1st T20: Tom Banton fires before rain forces no result

Tom Banton hit a brilliant half century before rain caused the first T20I between England and Pakistan to be abandoned even before the completion of the first innings at the Old Trafford. from Latest News - News in India - Today's Headlines - Breaking news - saharasamay https://ift.tt/2D8NCeG

Soldier, 3 militants killed in South Kashmir's Pulwama

An Indian Army soldier was killed in South Kashmir's Pulwama district on Saturday during an operation with militants, in which three unidentified terrorists were also neutralised by the security forces. from Latest News - News in India - Today's Headlines - Breaking news - saharasamay https://ift.tt/31Br5AB

'Black Panther' star Chadwick Boseman dies of cancer at 43

Actor Chadwick Boseman, popular for his role of the superhero Black Panther, is no more. Boseman, 43, had been battling colon cancer since 2016, according to a statement posted on his official Twitter account. from Latest News - News in India - Today's Headlines - Breaking news - saharasamay https://ift.tt/2FZ1w43

भारत के साथ जारी तनानती के बीच भी चीन जमकर खरीद रहा है इंडिया से स्टील, क्यों?

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कोरोना संकट के इस माहौल में भारत की अर्थव्यवस्था (Indian Economy) संकटग्रस्त है लेकिन स्टील का निर्यात (Indias Steel Exports) अप्रैल और जुलाई के बीच दोगुने से भी ज़्यादा हो गया है. from Latest News चीन News18 हिंदी https://ift.tt/31ESVMm

News24.com | 'Traumatised and hurt' - Soweto man speaks of family's anguish after rape, murder of his mom

The uncle of a Soweto woman who was raped together with his mother, has called for the death penalty for perpetrators. from News24 Top Stories https://ift.tt/2EO5vA8

News24.com | Springboks can return to contact training, playing future remains uncertain

SA-based stars of the 2019 Rugby World Cup-winning Springbok squad were told that they can start contact training after being unable to play since March. from News24 Top Stories https://ift.tt/3lr2NBb

News24.com | Covid-19: 115 more people die, taking SA's death toll to 13 743

An additional 115 people have died of Covid-19, taking the country's death toll to 13 743. from News24 Top Stories https://ift.tt/32zjORb

Tokyo transparent toilet's walls go opaque when door closed

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The so-called transparent toilets, which opened this month, were designed by award-winning Japanese architect Shigeru Ban for a project organized by The Nippon Foundation that redesigned a total of 17 public toilets in the neighborhood. The see-through walls glow in vibrant colors - green, yellow, orange. from World News Headlines, Latest International News, World Breaking News - Times of India https://ift.tt/34IZiQQ The so-called transparent toilets, which opened this month, were designed by award-winning Japanese architect Shigeru Ban for a project organized by The Nippon Foundation that redesigned a total of 17 public toilets in the neighborhood. The see-through walls glow in vibrant colors - green, yellow, orange.

Rupee Posts Biggest Weekly Gain In 20 Months

The currency had been trading in a tight range until this week, as the Reserve Bank of India was seen regularly buying dollars via state-run banks to prevent a sharp appreciation in the rupee. from NDTV Profit - Latest https://ift.tt/3gEZ7bw The currency had been trading in a tight range until this week, as the Reserve Bank of India was seen regularly buying dollars via state-run banks to prevent a sharp appreciation in the rupee.

India Gold Discounts Hit 5-Month High As Easing Rate Fails To Push Demand

A Mumbai-based dealer with a bullion importing bank attributed the higher discounts to rising scrap supplies amid low demand. from NDTV Profit - Latest https://ift.tt/3bboq3J A Mumbai-based dealer with a bullion importing bank attributed the higher discounts to rising scrap supplies amid low demand.

Banks Appointment Panel Recommends Dinesh Kumar Khara For SBI Top Job

SBI reported an 81 per cent surge in profit and better asset quality in the quarter to June as its bad loan provisions dropped. It provided a steady outlook for the coming quarters. from NDTV Profit - Latest https://ift.tt/3lswRwd SBI reported an 81 per cent surge in profit and better asset quality in the quarter to June as its bad loan provisions dropped. It provided a steady outlook for the coming quarters.

Insurers Should Work To Make Claims Painless: Anurag Thakur

Minister of State for Finance and Corporate Affairs Anurag Thakur said that the post-COVID world will be very different and India's insurance sector must gear up to seize the moment. from NDTV Profit - Latest https://ift.tt/3gz02du Minister of State for Finance and Corporate Affairs Anurag Thakur said that the post-COVID world will be very different and India's insurance sector must gear up to seize the moment.

Party election to pick Japan PM Abe's successor around Sept 15: Reports

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चीन की फिर खुली पोल, गलवान में मारे गए सैनिक की कब्र की तस्वीर हुई Viral

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India-china border dispute: 15 जून को गलवान वैली में भारत-चीन (India-china faceoff) के सैनिकों में हुई हिंसक झड़प में 20 भारतीय सैनिक शहीद हो गए थे लेकिन चीन से मारे गए जवानों की संख्या बताने से इनकार कर दिया था. अब सोशल मीडिया पर चीनी सैनिक की कब्र की तस्वीर वायरल हो रही है जो गलवान में शहीद हुआ था. from Latest News चीन News18 हिंदी https://ift.tt/2QwGID6

वुहान हॉस्पिटल की चीफ सस्पेंड, यहीं के डॉक्टर्स ने किया था कोरोना का खुलासा

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Wuhan hospital chief suspended: चीनी कम्युनिस्ट पार्टी ने वुहान हॉस्पिटल की चीफ को सस्पेंड कर दिया है. मिली जानकारी के मुताबिक अस्पताल के डॉक्टर्स ने ही दुनिया के सामने कोरोना वायरस का खुलासा किया था जिसके बाद से ही चीन आलोचनाओं से घिरा हुआ है. from Latest News चीन News18 हिंदी https://ift.tt/3jnp8hi

India 2nd largest country to conduct Covid tests after US: Trump

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US President Donald Trump, in his acceptance speech to the Republican National Convention which re-nominated him as the Republican Party's presidential candidate, said that the US has conducted 40 million more tests than the next closest nation which is India. from World News Headlines, Latest International News, World Breaking News - Times of India https://ift.tt/2EpzKO0 US President Donald Trump, in his acceptance speech to the Republican National Convention which re-nominated him as the Republican Party's presidential candidate, said that the US has conducted 40 million more tests than the next closest nation which is India.

Japan PM Shinzo Abe set to resign, citing worsening health: Media

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Abe has battled the disease ulcerative colitis for years and two recent hospital visits within a week fanned questions on whether he could stay in the job until the end of his term as ruling party leader, and hence, premier, in September 2021. from World News Headlines, Latest International News, World Breaking News - Times of India https://ift.tt/3lpEQu7 Abe has battled the disease ulcerative colitis for years and two recent hospital visits within a week fanned questions on whether he could stay in the job until the end of his term as ruling party leader, and hence, premier, in September 2021.

Rupee Hits Over 5-Month High On Dollar Inflows; RBI Eyed

The partially convertible rupee rose to a high of 73.5150 per dollar, its strongest since March 5. It had closed at 73.83 on Thursday. from NDTV Profit - Latest https://ift.tt/34FP1F5 The partially convertible rupee rose to a high of 73.5150 per dollar, its strongest since March 5. It had closed at 73.83 on Thursday.

Domestic Gold Futures Move In Rs 350 Range As Global Rates Inch Higher

At 11:22 am, the MCX gold futures contract quoted at Rs 50,972, up Rs 70 - or 0.14 per cent - compared to its previous close. from NDTV Profit - Latest https://ift.tt/3gIgjwY At 11:22 am, the MCX gold futures contract quoted at Rs 50,972, up Rs 70 - or 0.14 per cent - compared to its previous close.

Rupee Opens Flat Against US Dollar

The dollar index, which gauges the greenback's strength against a basket of six currencies, fell 0.19 per cent to 92.82. from NDTV Profit - Latest https://ift.tt/2EE2cLN The dollar index, which gauges the greenback's strength against a basket of six currencies, fell 0.19 per cent to 92.82.

Crude Oil Price Steady As US Companies Avoid Worst Of Storm

Brent crude futures for October, set to expire on Friday, rose 2 cents to $45.11 a barrel, heading for a 1.7 per cent weekly gain. from NDTV Profit - Latest https://ift.tt/2EM2u2U Brent crude futures for October, set to expire on Friday, rose 2 cents to $45.11 a barrel, heading for a 1.7 per cent weekly gain.

Spot Gold Recovers Some Ground As Slowdown Fears Persist Amid COVID-19

Rising coronavirus cases has cast a shadow on hopes of quick economic recovery and has prompted central banks to reduce interest rates and loosen their monetary stance, helping gold prices climb 28... from NDTV Profit - Latest https://ift.tt/3jyTeP9 Rising coronavirus cases has cast a shadow on hopes of quick economic recovery and has prompted central banks to reduce interest rates and loosen their monetary stance, helping gold prices climb 28...

Defence Shares Rally After PM Modi Calls For Self-Reliance In Production

PM Modi said India's self-reliance on defence capabilities will boost its standing of being a net security provider in the Indian Ocean. from NDTV Profit - Latest https://ift.tt/34BTNmV PM Modi said India's self-reliance on defence capabilities will boost its standing of being a net security provider in the Indian Ocean.

COVID-19 Crisis: United Airlines Announces Its Biggest Pilot Job Cut Ever

Chicago-based United is more exposed than its peers to international travel, which is expected to take longer to rebound from the pandemic. from NDTV Profit - Latest https://ift.tt/2FX29Ls Chicago-based United is more exposed than its peers to international travel, which is expected to take longer to rebound from the pandemic.

BJP serves show-cause notice to Gorakhpur MLA

The Uttar Pradesh BJP has served a show-cause notice to Dr. Radha Mohan Das Agarwal, a four term MLA from the Gorakhpur seat, for anti-party activities on the social media platforms. from Latest News - News in India - Today's Headlines - Breaking news - saharasamay https://ift.tt/3b5v4IT

Covid-19 pandemic affecting mental health of millions: WHO

Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus, the Director-General of the World Health Organization (WHO), said that the ongoing global Covid-19 pandemic has affected the mental health of millions of people. from Latest News - News in India - Today's Headlines - Breaking news - saharasamay https://ift.tt/3lreeJe

Donald Trump accepts Republican Party's renomination as President

US President Donald Trump has officially accepted the Republican Party's nomination for a second term in office. from Latest News - News in India - Today's Headlines - Breaking news - saharasamay https://ift.tt/34JDyUP

Coronavirus cases top 24.3 million worldwide: JHU

The overall number of global coronavirus cases has topped 24.3 million, while the deaths have increased to over 829,000, according to the Johns Hopkins University. from Latest News - News in India - Today's Headlines - Breaking news - saharasamay https://ift.tt/2EGYqRO

Two injured as car falls off flyover in Delhi

Two people were grievously injured after their car fell off a flyover in West Delhi's Vikaspuri area, police officials said on Friday. from Latest News - News in India - Today's Headlines - Breaking news - saharasamay https://ift.tt/2QwdNiz

News24.com | Latest Covid-19 numbers: 618 286 cases, 13 628 deaths and an 86% recovery rate

South Africa's recovery rate for Covid-19 is still improving and stands at 86%, well above the global average of 65%. from News24 Top Stories https://ift.tt/3jlNHep

Covid Crisis Makes Predicting India's GDP Growth Harder

Forecasts for GDP in the quarter through June range from a contraction of 15% to a decline of 25.9%, with a median estimate of -19.2%. from NDTV Profit - Latest https://ift.tt/3bblGUc Forecasts for GDP in the quarter through June range from a contraction of 15% to a decline of 25.9%, with a median estimate of -19.2%.

Sensex, Nifty Gain After US Central Bank Policy Shift

At 9:59 am, the Sensex traded 0.46 per cent - or 181.26 points - higher at 39,294.73, while the Nifty was up 0.48 per cent - or 55.45 points - at 11,614.70. from NDTV Profit - Latest https://ift.tt/3b1TKlD At 9:59 am, the Sensex traded 0.46 per cent - or 181.26 points - higher at 39,294.73, while the Nifty was up 0.48 per cent - or 55.45 points - at 11,614.70.

In A Shift, US Central Bank Rewrites Approach To Inflation, Jobs Market

The policy shift is arguably the biggest for the Fed since Paul Volcker remade the central bank into an inflation-slaying force four decades ago, when prices were spiraling higher. from NDTV Profit - Latest https://ift.tt/3lnMvJn The policy shift is arguably the biggest for the Fed since Paul Volcker remade the central bank into an inflation-slaying force four decades ago, when prices were spiraling higher.

News24.com | Man says he crashed his car into a KZN house because a chicken crossed the road

Two people have suffered moderate injuries after their vehicle crashed into a house in Verulam after the driver tried to avoid hitting a chicken or a dog – he's not sure. from News24 Top Stories https://ift.tt/3jjTfGn

Sensex, Nifty Open Higher After US Central Bank's Policy Shift

Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell laid out a policy that aims for 2 per cent inflation on average so that too low a pace would be followed by an effort to lift inflation. from NDTV Profit - Latest https://ift.tt/32rYkWk Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell laid out a policy that aims for 2 per cent inflation on average so that too low a pace would be followed by an effort to lift inflation.

Start Funding 6 Amrapali Group Projects: Top Court To SBICAP Ventures

The top court asked the Centre to consider as a special case and provide the remaining money for construction of other stalled projects from the stress funds created for the real estate sector. from NDTV Profit - Latest https://ift.tt/3hNjwfG The top court asked the Centre to consider as a special case and provide the remaining money for construction of other stalled projects from the stress funds created for the real estate sector.

News24.com | The ANC or South Africa? Opposition MPs ask Ramaphosa in Parliament

With a showdown on corruption looming in the ANC, opposition MPs forced President Cyril Ramaphosa to walk a political tightrope. from News24 Top Stories https://ift.tt/3jn2dCJ

Australia PM 'open' to repatriating New Zealand mosque gunman

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White supremacist Brenton Tarrant was sentenced to life without parole on Thursday for the attacks on two mosques last year that killed 51 Muslim worshippers. Soon after the punishment was handed down, New Zealand deputy PM Winston Peters said Tarrant, 29, should be transferred to the Australian prison system. from World News Headlines, Latest International News, World Breaking News - Times of India https://ift.tt/3b0CWve White supremacist Brenton Tarrant was sentenced to life without parole on Thursday for the attacks on two mosques last year that killed 51 Muslim worshippers. Soon after the punishment was handed down, New Zealand deputy PM Winston Peters said Tarrant, 29, should be transferred to the Australian prison system.

News24.com | Celebrated NASA scientist Japie van Zyl dies

Celebrated Namibian NASA scientist Dr Japie van Zyl has died from a heart attack at his home in California in the US. from News24 Top Stories https://ift.tt/3aZGvli

January 7-9, 2015: Three days of terror that stunned France

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The clock has yet to strike midday on Wednesday January 7, 2015 at the headquarters of French satirical magazine Charlie Hebdo on the second floor of a 1980s Parisian building. from World News Headlines, Latest International News, World Breaking News - Times of India https://ift.tt/34E7aTM The clock has yet to strike midday on Wednesday January 7, 2015 at the headquarters of French satirical magazine Charlie Hebdo on the second floor of a 1980s Parisian building.