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High Time Public Service Commissions Ensure Modern Indian Bureaucracy Draws The Best Talent : Justice PS Narasimha

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Speaking at the Justice ES Venkataramiah Centennial Lecture 2024 on 'Reimagining Constitutional Institution: Efficiency, Integrity, and Accountability', Justice PS Narasimha expressed how rising litigation of service matters signalled the need to review the quality of selections in Public Services. However, Justice Narasimha also flagged concerns over the conduct of panchayat and municipalities' elections by the State Election Commissions : "I …

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3 hours, 33 minutes ago

Shiv temple reopens in Muzaffarnagar after 1992 Ayodhya incident

Deccan Chronicle

Muzaffarnagar: A Shiv temple in Ludhawala, a predominantly Muslim locality under the jurisdiction of Kotwali police station, was reopened on Monday with a 'havan' and Muslims showering flowers on a procession by Hindus. However, during the communal tensions triggered by the Ayodhya incident in 1992, Hindu families from the locality migrated, taking the temple's idols and 'shivling' with them. Uttar …

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Biden gives life in prison to 37 of 40 federal death row inmates

Deccan Chronicle

Washington: President Joe Biden announced on Monday that he is commuting the sentences of 37 of the 40 people on federal death row, converting their punishments to life imprisonment mere weeks before President-elect Donald Trump, an outspoken proponent of expanding capital punishment, takes office. While running for president in 2020, Biden's campaign website said he would work to pass legislation …

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4 hours, 29 minutes ago

Senior Advocate Pravindra Singh Chauhan Appointed As Advocate General Of Haryana

Live Law

The Haryana Government today appointed Pravindra Singh Chauhan, as Advocate General of Haryana. Pravindra Singh Chauhan, Senior Additional Advocate General, Haryana as Advocate General for the State of Haryana with immediate effect." Chauhan was serving as a Senior Advocate General of Haryana, succeeded Baldev Raj Mahajan, who had held the position of Haryana's Advocate General for a decade since 2014. …

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10 hours, 16 minutes ago

Stock market today: Asian shares are mostly higher after Wall Street rally caps a dismal week

Associated Press

BANGKOK — Shares mostly gained in Asia on Monday after U.S. stocks capped a mostly dismal week with a broad rally that still left the benchmark S&P 500 down 2% for the week. The threat of higher inflation was one of the reasons Fed Chair Jerome Powell gave last week when the central bank hinted it may deliver fewer cuts …

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'Who is doing the vetting for you?' Loyal Trump ally pushes back at president-elect's move

Raw Story

A die-hard Donald Trump ally who has rarely if ever disagreed with the president-elect questioned him on Sunday. Trump earlier in the day announced at a right-wing event that he'd support a run for Arizona Governor by Karrin Taylor Robson. "Hey President Trump, Why did you endorse Karrin Taylor Robson for Governor of Arizona today if you are anti-Ruben Gallego? …

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13 hours, 37 minutes ago

Liverpool Thrashes Spurs 6-3, Extends Premier League Lead

Deccan Chronicle

Liverpool heads into Christmas with a four-point lead, a game in hand and as the overwhelming title favorite in the Premier League on the back of a wild 6-3 win at Tottenham on Sunday.As for Manchester United and its new manager Ruben Amorim, they stumble into the festive period in 13th place — as low as they’ve been at Christmas …

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14 hours, 42 minutes ago

Explained: Why India Cements share price surged 11% today

India Today

Shares of India Cements Ltd surged 11% on Monday following news of UltraTech Cement receiving approval from the Competition Commission of India to acquire a majority stake in the company. UltraTech Cement plans to acquire 10,13,91,231 equity shares of India Cements, each valued at Rs 10. The acquisition deal was first announced on July 28, 2024, with UltraTech Cement revealing …

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14 hours, 42 minutes ago

Congress government committed to making education accessible to all: Telangana Irrigation Minister Uttam

New Indian Express

HYDERABAD: Irrigation Minister N Uttam Kumar Reddy on Sunday reiterated that the Congress government is committed to making quality education accessible to all sections of society. Addressing the alumni meeting of Dr BR Ambedkar Educational Institutions in Baghlingampally, he said there is a need for government-driven initiatives to uplift disadvantaged groups and address long-standing gaps in the education system. Lauding …

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14 hours, 42 minutes ago

Zomato shares to be in focus today. Here's why

India Today

Zomato shares are set to be in the spotlight today as the food delivery giant achieves a huge milestone, becoming the first new-age tech company to join the BSE Sensex’s 30-share index. Brokerage firm Nuvama has estimated inflows of $513 million into Zomato due to its inclusion in the Sensex, while JSW Steel may see outflows of $252 million. Brokerage …

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14 hours, 42 minutes ago

Dam Capital Advisors IPO: Check GMP as listing enters last day for bidding

India Today

Dam Capital Advisors IPO will close for bidding today, December 23, 2024. Dam Capital Advisors IPO is a book-built issue worth Rs 840.25 crore. GMP AND EXPECTED LISTING PRICE The latest Grey Market Premium for the Dam Capital Advisors IPO is Rs 160, as of December 23, 2024. The IPO’s book-running lead manager is Nuvama Wealth Management Limited, while Link …

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14 hours, 42 minutes ago

Defence Ministry forms committee to address shortages in Air Force

India Today

The Defence Ministry has set up a committee to address the capability development of the Indian Air Force amid critical shortage of fighter jets, weapons, and equipment, government officials told India Today. Chaired by the Defence Secretary, the committee includes senior ministry officials, Defence Research and Development Organisation chairman Dr Samir V Kamat, and IAF representatives. The IAF’s long-pending proposal …

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US higher education is staring at an uncertain future under Trump

Al Jazeera

Rashid Khalidi, America’s foremost scholar on Palestine, best described the sorry state of higher education in the United States today in a recent interview. “For some time now, I have been both disgusted and horrified by the way higher education has developed into a cash register – essentially a money-making, MBA, lawyer-run, hedge fund-cum-real estate operation, with a minor sideline …

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14 hours, 42 minutes ago

Retired Supreme Court judge V Ramasubramanian appointed new NHRC chief

New Indian Express

NEW DELHI: Former Supreme Court judge V Ramasubramanian has been appointed the new chairperson of the National Human Rights Commission, the rights panel said on Monday. On December 18, a high-powered committee led by Prime Minister Narendra Modi held a meeting to select the next chairperson of the NHRC, sources earlier said. A former chief justice of India or a …

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Retire Supreme Court judge V Ramasubramanian appointed new NHRC chief

New Indian Express

NEW DELHI: Former Supreme Court judge V Ramasubramanian has been appointed the new chairperson of the National Human Rights Commission, the rights panel said on Monday. On December 18, a high-powered committee led by Prime Minister Narendra Modi held a meeting to select the next chairperson of the NHRC, sources earlier said. A former chief justice of India or a …

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20 hours, 14 minutes ago

Haj pilgrims trained on dos and donts

Deccan Chronicle

Hyderabad: City residents intending to embark on the Haj pilgrimage next year got valuable lessons on religious practices at the holy places as well as on travel and accommodation procedures and processes. They were speaking to Deccan Chronicle at the Telangana Haj Committee’s first training camp for Haj 2025 pilgrims. Haj Committee chairman Biabani advised pilgrims to maintain good health …

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Today in Sports - Alex Ovechkin moves past Gordie Howe for 2nd most goals of all-time in NHL history

Associated Press

Dec. 23 1933 — Montreal’s Howie Morenz scores his 251st goal to become the NHL’s career goal-scoring leader. 1951 — Norm Van Brocklin’s 73-yard touchdown pass to Tom Fears in the fourth quarter gives the Los Angeles Rams a 24-17 victory over the Cleveland Browns for the NFL title. 2007 — Chris Johnson sets an NCAA bowl record with 408 …

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Last Date Extended!! -Apply Now To Get 25% 25% Scholarship For Judicial Service Examination Preparation Course By LiveLaw Academy

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Join Today for LiveLaw Academy's "JUDICIAL SERVICE EXAMINATION PREPARATION COURSE" To get 25% Scholarship. Features of LiveLaw Academy's Judicial Service Examination Course Well Qualified Faculties Including High Court Judges Comprehensive Coverage of 40+ Subjects Well Prepared Digital Notes Updated With LatestJudgements Case Compilation For Each Subjects Opportunity For Doubt Clearing After Each Session Special Emphasis on GK Separate Language Classes …

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Albania announces shutdown of TikTok for at least a year

The Hindu

Albania on Saturday announced a one-year ban on TikTok, the popular short video app, following the killing of a teenager last month that raised fears over the influence of social media on children. Prime Minister Edi Rama said after meeting with parents' groups and teachers from across the country that the ban, part of a broader plan to make schools …

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Caffeine is everywhere. Is it actually harmless?

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When I finally confronted my dependency and gave up coffee three months ago, my body wasn’t happy. “For healthy adults, caffeine consumption is relatively safe, but for some vulnerable populations, caffeine consumption could be harmful, including impairments in cardiovascular function, sleep and substance use,” according to a 2017 review on caffeine’s safety. “That is related, of course, to people who …

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Pak-trained terrorist arrested in Bengal, sent to J&K Police custody till Dec 31

India Today

A joint operation by the Jammu and Kashmir Police and West Bengal Police's Special Task Force led to the arrest of a suspected terrorist from the Canning area of West Bengal's South 24 Parganas district. Munshi, a resident of Srinagar, was hiding at a relative’s home in Canning after arriving in the region a few days ago, sources told India …

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Delhi SG Pipers' Rajkumar Pal aiming for Hockey India League spotlight

India Today

For Delhi SG Pipers' Rajkumar Pal, the journey over the past years in hockey has been sensational. Now, set to be part of the revamped Hockey India League, Rajkumar is hoping to make the spotlight his own with the Delhi SG Pipers. Rajkumar Pal interaction India Today: Let's start with the Hockey India League again. Rajkumar Pal: I think our …

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Indian skills will help build ‘New Kuwait’: PM Modi

New Indian Express

NEW DELHI: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday said the diaspora has filled Kuwait’s canvas with the colours of Indian skills and assured that India has the manpower, skills and technology needed by a “New Kuwait”. Modi, who is on a two-day visit to Kuwait at the invitation of Kuwaiti Emir Sheikh Meshal Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah, addressed a gathering of …

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SMU’s Lashlee hopes Mustangs’ mistake-filled performance won’t affect future playoff consideration

Associated Press

STATE COLLEGE, Pa. — Rhett Lashlee knows deep down that this SMU team deserved a spot in the College Football Playoff, even if the Mustangs didn’t show it Saturday. “Maybe in the future, if we’re on the edge, we may not get the nod because of how we performed today,” Lashlee said. 12 SMU, the ACC runner-up and last at-large …

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High Time Public Service Commissions Ensure Modern Indian Bureaucracy Draws The Best Talent : Justice PS Narasimha

Shiv temple reopens in Muzaffarnagar after 1992 Ayodhya incident

Biden gives life in prison to 37 of 40 federal death row inmates

Senior Advocate Pravindra Singh Chauhan Appointed As Advocate General Of Haryana

Stock market today: Asian shares are mostly higher after Wall Street rally caps a dismal week

'Who is doing the vetting for you?' Loyal Trump ally pushes back at president-elect's move

Liverpool Thrashes Spurs 6-3, Extends Premier League Lead

Explained: Why India Cements share price surged 11% today

Congress government committed to making education accessible to all: Telangana Irrigation Minister Uttam

Zomato shares to be in focus today. Here's why

Dam Capital Advisors IPO: Check GMP as listing enters last day for bidding

Defence Ministry forms committee to address shortages in Air Force

US higher education is staring at an uncertain future under Trump

Retired Supreme Court judge V Ramasubramanian appointed new NHRC chief

Retire Supreme Court judge V Ramasubramanian appointed new NHRC chief

Haj pilgrims trained on dos and donts

Today in Sports - Alex Ovechkin moves past Gordie Howe for 2nd most goals of all-time in NHL history

Last Date Extended!! -Apply Now To Get 25% 25% Scholarship For Judicial Service Examination Preparation Course By LiveLaw Academy

Albania announces shutdown of TikTok for at least a year

Caffeine is everywhere. Is it actually harmless?

Pak-trained terrorist arrested in Bengal, sent to J&K Police custody till Dec 31

Delhi SG Pipers' Rajkumar Pal aiming for Hockey India League spotlight

Indian skills will help build ‘New Kuwait’: PM Modi

SMU’s Lashlee hopes Mustangs’ mistake-filled performance won’t affect future playoff consideration