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Ukraine defence minister dismissed as Zelensky says it’s time for ‘new approach’

Zelensky says Ministry of Defence needs ‘new approaches and different formats of interaction both with the military and with society’

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Petroleum dealers urge Centre to notify them in advance of any changes in fuel price

CIPD urges Centre to inform dealers in advance of any RSP reduction to prevent losses. Dealers have not had margin increase in 6 yrs & faced huge losses in Nov 2021 & May 2022. CIPD seeks compensation for losses & price protection to help industry.

The Hindu

CBI registers case to probe minority student scholarship scam

A total of 1,572 institutes across 21 States were identified for evaluation based on red flags and of these, 830 were found either non-operational, fake or partially fake

The Hindu

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Explained | The reality of scholarship schemes for religious minorities in India

Read The Hindu explainer on decoding the status of scholarship schemes implemented for religious minorities in India.

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Government imposes restrictions on export of Basmati rice

Government bans export of Basmati rice below $1,200/MT to prevent misclassification of non-Basmati white rice. APEDA to form committee to evaluate contracts below $1,200/MT. Centre imposed 20% export duty on par-boiled non-Basmati rice & banned export of broken rice in Sept 2022. Curbs impacting availability of foodgrains in African countries.

The Hindu

MHA clearance for credit of foreign contribution is necessary; mere registration under the FCR Act is not enough: Karnataka High Court

Mere possession of permanent registration under the Foreign Contribution (Regulation) Act, 2010, does not create a right in favour of an organisation to get the amounts, received from foreign countries, credited to their designated savings bank account, the High Court of Karnataka has said.

The Hindu

Defence Ministry signs ₹19,000-crore contract with HSL for five fleet support ships

Defence Ministry signs ₹19,000 crore contract with Hindustan Shipyard Limited for 5 fleet support ships, to be built in India. Ships to enhance Indian Navy's blue water capability and generate 168.8 lakh man-days

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Ahead of Asia Cup, Centre again warns against online betting platform ads

Ahead of the Asia Cup cricket league, the Information & Broadcasting Ministry on Friday, through a fresh advisory, asked all the media entities, online advertisement intermediaries and social media platforms to immediately refrain from showing advertisements or any promotional content of online betting platforms in any form whatsoever, failing which…

The Hindu

Centre plans to procure 521 lakh tonnes rice this kharif

Union Food Ministry sets target to procure 521 lakh tonnes of rice in kharif season. To complete 3rd phase of universalisation of fortified rice ahead of March 2024. 2 lakh tonnes of sugar released for upcoming festivals

The Hindu

Inflation pressures may linger, but food prices to cool soon: FinMin

India's inflation woes may be transitory due to global uncertainties and domestic disruptions. The Finance Ministry noted the 11.5% food inflation rate and 4.9% core inflation rate, and cautioned that global monetary tightening could hurt stock markets in emerging economies. Government efforts to reduce food inflation expected to materialise in…

The Hindu

14 more scientists to be inducted for weather forecasting through lateral recruitment in IMD

MoES releases list of 194 candidates for 14 Scientist-D posts in IMD. 55 senior scientists recruited via videoconferencing in 2021. Interviews from Aug 31-Sept 6; 77 postings made via videoconferencing. Scientists allege no Cabinet approval for lateral recruitments; MoES official says recruitment valid. Pros: infuse new breed of professionals; Cons:…

The Hindu

Future rules will regulate use of vulgar language on social media platforms, Centre tells Delhi HC

The Centre has assured the Delhi High Court that it will incorporate necessary rules and regulations in its future policies to regulate social media platforms and intermediaries

The Hindu

Govt.’s pre-emptive measures will cool food prices: Finance Ministry

Finance Ministry says food inflation likely to be transitory due to govt pre-emptive measures & arrival of fresh crops. Govt has taken steps to restrain food inflation & imports of pulses to moderate inflation. RBI's MPC revised inflation projection to 5.4% & Govt capex driving growth. External sector needs monitoring…

The Hindu

Coal scam | Delhi court awards 3-year jail term to former Steel Ministry official

Former Steel Ministry official Gautam Kumar Basak sentenced to 3-yr jail for corruption in coal block allocation. Special Judge Arun Bhardwaj imposed ₹5 lakh fine. Prakash Industries Ltd. accused of furnishing false info on capacity.

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The 10 best new metal songs you need to hear right now

Within Temptation, Babymetal and Corey Taylor are among the best new metal songs this week. Plus, vote for your favourite!

Metal Hammer

“We have got to get that monkey out of the office before he kills us all.” How metal (mostly) united against George W. Bush in the 2000s

Years before Trump dragged US politics into the gutter, George W. Bush's Presidency caused outrage amongst many prominent metal bands

The Hindu

CAG report on Dwarka Expressway ‘erroneous’, says Highways Ministry official

The Comptroller and Auditor General’s (CAG) findings of a 13-fold cost hike in the construction of the Dwarka Expressway is erroneous, said a senior official of the Ministry of Road Transport and Highways, adding that the project was awarded after a “transparent” bidding process.

The Hindu

Explaining MoEFCC’s U-turn to merge autonomous bodies

The Ministry of Environment, Forests and Climate Change has walked back on a plan to merge key environmental organisations in the name of “ease of doing business”, citing technical and administrative difficulties. The plan also faced considerable opposition from the National Tiger Conservation Authority.

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Forest Department prohibits exhibition of exotic animals in private aviaries and petting zoos across T.N.

All privately-run aviaries and petting zoos in Tamil Nadu face closure by the Tamil Nadu Forest Department, which has sought clarity from the Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change (MoEFCC) as to what permits are valid for the display of animals to the public.

The Hindu

UGC, EEC recommend against granting IoE tag to Jadavpur University, Jamia Hamdard

UGC, EEC recommend not granting IoE status to Jadavpur Univ., Jamia Hamdard Univ. TN govt. withdraws proposal for Anna Univ. Ministry yet to take call.

The Hindu

Commerce Ministry seeking views of Ministries, NITI on draft Bills on five cash crops

Commerce Ministry seeks views from Ministries, Niti Aayog on Bills to promote growth of cash crops like tea, coffee, spices, rubber and tobacco. Bills seek to decriminalise minor offences, create conducive environment for businesses. After comments, Ministry to approach Cabinet for approval. Bills propose repeal/updation of decades-old laws to reflect…

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Centre defends use of Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam in G-20 as China raises objections

Ministry of External Affairs clarifies use of Sanskrit phrase in G-20 logo: English version "One Earth, One Family, One Future" used in summary documents. China objected to non-UN language. India's G-20 Presidency theme based on civilisational ethos of Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam.

The Hindu

Health Ministry defends PMJAY as CAG audit exposes multiple frauds

The Health Ministry said that the scheme only used mobile numbers to reach out to the beneficiaries in case of any need and for collecting feedback regarding the treatment, rather than for any verification purposes.

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Morning Digest | Rajya Sabha passes Delhi Services Bill; Home Ministry seeks eighth extension to frame CAA rules, and more

Read a daily selection of top stories from across India and the world by The Hindu to start your day

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Home Ministry seeks eighth extension to frame CAA rules

MHA seeks eighth extension to frame CAA rules. The government has written to Parliament committee for time till September. CAA seeks to grant citizenship to non-Muslim undocumented migrants from Pak., Afghanistan and Bangladesh. Act exempts members of 6 communities from criminal cases and most parts of NE from CAA.

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