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01 Oct

Uttarakhand CM Pushkar Singh Dhami Vows Strict Action Amid UKSSSC Exam Paper Leak

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsIndiaexam paper leak, Pushkar Singh Dhami, SIT investigation, UKSSSC, Uttarakhand CM

Dehradun, October 1, 2025: Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami has responded firmly to the recent exam paper leak involving the Uttarakhand Subordinate Service Selection Commission (UKSSSC), highlighting swift action by his government to safeguard the integrity of the recruitment process. Officials from the Chief Minister’s Office confirmed that the accused were immediately arrested, and a Special Investigation Team (SIT) has been set up to thoroughly probe the matter.Speaking on the issue, Dhami reaffirmed his commitment to protecting the rights of the state’s youth, while accusing opposition parties of politicizing the scandal. He said rival groups tried to exploit the…

01 Oct

RBI Rules Out UPI Transaction Fees, Projects 6.8% Growth for FY25

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsBusiness, IndiaRBI, Sanjay Malhotra, UPI charges, UPI transaction fees

New Delhi, October 1, 2025: Reserve Bank of India (RBI) Governor Sanjay Malhotra on Wednesday dismissed speculation that citizens may be charged for using Unified Payments Interface (UPI), assuring that no such proposal is under consideration. His clarification comes amid widespread concerns over possible fees on the digital payment system that has become a backbone of everyday transactions.Malhotra expressed confidence in India’s economic prospects, highlighting that the nation continues on a “very high growth trajectory” while managing price stability. The RBI has projected India’s growth at 6.8% for the current fiscal year, reinforcing its position as one of the world’s…

01 Oct

Centre Approves 3% Hike in DA and DR for Over 1.1 Crore Beneficiaries

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsBusiness, IndiaCentral Government employees, DA hike 2025, DR increase, pensioners

New Delhi (Rajeev Sharma): The Union Cabinet on Wednesday approved a 3 per cent increase in Dearness Allowance (DA) and Dearness Relief (DR) for 49.19 lakh Central Government employees and 68.72 lakh pensioners. The hike, effective from July 1, 2025, raises the current rate to 58 per cent of basic pay or pension.According to Information and Broadcasting Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw, the decision will put an additional annual burden of ₹10,083.96 crore on the exchequer. He said the step aims to offset the impact of rising prices and provide relief to both serving employees and pensioners.The announcement follows the recent rationalisation…

01 Oct

Nine killed, several injured as under-construction steel arch collapses in Chennai

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsIndiaAccident, Death, Incident, North Chennai, Pm Narinder modi

National Times Bureau :- At least nine workers were killed and several others injured after an under-construction arch collapsed by nearly 30 feet trapping several migrant workers on Tuesday. The incident unfolded in at the North Chennai Thermal Power Station construction site in Ennore. While one worker sustained grievous injuries, more than ten were reported to be seriously hurt. The injured were rushed to Stanley Government Hospital in North Chennai. The Avadi Police Commissionerate said the exact cause of the collapse is yet to be ascertained. Rescue operations are underway, and an investigation has been launched into the incident. Prime…

01 Oct

RBI keeps repo rate unchanged at 5.5% for second consecutive time

nishuthapar10 CommentsIndiaRBI, Repo Rate

National Times Bureau :- The Reserve Bank of India on Wednesday decided to keep the key repo rate unchanged at 5.5%. The decision was taken after the Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) concluded its three-day meeting led by Governor Sanjay Malhotra. RBI Governor Sanjay Malhotra announced that the central bank maintained its neutral stance. "After a detailed assessment of the evolving macroeconomic conditions and the outlook, the MPC voted unanimously to keep the policy repo rate unchanged at 5.5%. Consequently, the SDF rate remains at 5.25%, while the MSF rate and the bank rate remain at 5.75%. The MPC also decided…

01 Oct

RBI Maintains Repo Rate at 5.5%, Revises Growth and Inflation Estimates

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsBusiness, India, Trending

NEW DELHI (RAJEEV SHARMA): The Reserve Bank of India announced on Wednesday that it will keep the repo rate steady at 5.5 percent, reflecting a balanced view of current economic conditions both within the country and globally. The decision came after the Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) convened for its three-day meeting. RBI Governor Sanjay Malhotra confirmed that the MPC members were unanimous in their choice to hold the key policy rate unchanged. The central bank’s stance remains neutral, indicating flexibility to adjust interest rates if economic developments warrant it. The repo rate serves as the benchmark rate for lending by…

30 Sep

Modi Government Stands With Punjab: Full Support for Flood Relief and Restoration, says Union Home Minister Amit Shah

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsIndia, PunjabAmit Shah, disaster relief, Modi government, NDRF, Punjab floods, SDRF

New Delhi, September 30, 2025: Union Home Minister and Minister of Cooperation Shri Amit Shah on Tuesday assured that the Modi government is fully committed to supporting the people of Punjab affected by recent floods.The Chief Minister of Punjab, Shri Bhagwant Mann, met Shri Shah in New Delhi to discuss the extent of damage caused during the monsoon season and requested additional funds for relief and restoration efforts. During the meeting, the Chief Minister was informed that the State Disaster Response Fund (SDRF) holds Rs 12,589.59 crore, which can be utilized immediately for relief measures as per Government of India…

30 Sep

Bihar Publishes Final Electoral Roll Ahead of Assembly Polls Amid Controversy

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsIndiaBihar Assembly Elections, Bihar final electoral roll 2025, Special Intensive Revision

Patna, September 30, 2025: The Election Commission of India (ECI) on Tuesday released the final electoral roll for Bihar, incorporating all claims and objections raised during the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of voters' lists. The announcement was made by Bihar’s Chief Electoral Officer through an official Facebook post, directing citizens to check their names at voters.eci.gov.in.The final roll comes ahead of the likely announcement of the Bihar assembly elections and follows a mammoth SIR exercise intended for nationwide implementation in due course. The draft voters’ list had previously recorded 7.24 crore voters after approximately 65 lakh names were deleted as…

30 Sep

ED Questions Urvashi Rautela in Money Laundering Probe Linked to 1xBet Betting Platform

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsEntertainment, India1xBet money laundering case, online betting investigation India, Urvashi Rautela ED questioning

Mumbai, September 30, 2025: Bollywood actor and model Urvashi Rautela appeared before the Enforcement Directorate (ED) on Tuesday in connection with a money laundering investigation tied to online betting platform 1xBet. Officials confirmed that her statement was recorded under provisions of the Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA).Rautela, who earlier served as a brand ambassador for the platform, had been summoned this month as part of the agency’s broader crackdown on illegal betting operations. The platform, reportedly headquartered in Curacao, is alleged to have engaged in surrogate advertising and illicit fund transfers.The investigation has widened in recent weeks to include…

30 Sep

Amit Shah Promises Enhanced Central Aid for Punjab Flood Relief, Says Earlier Grant Was ‘Token Money’

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsIndia, PunjabAmit Shah meeting, Bhagwant Mann, Punjab flood relief

New Delhi, September 30, 2025 – Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann on Tuesday said Union Home Minister Amit Shah has assured him of substantial central assistance to tackle the flood devastation in the state.The assurance came during a 25-minute meeting in Delhi, where Mann presented a detailed report on the scale of destruction caused by floods in Punjab. According to the Chief Minister, Shah described the earlier grant of ₹1,600 crore as merely “token money” and promised that additional funds will soon be released.Speaking to reporters after the meeting, Mann said, “I explained the losses Punjab has suffered due…