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Chandrayaan enters moon orbit: ‘Feeling lunar gravity’
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Chandrayaan enters moon orbit: ‘Feeling lunar gravity’

New Delhi, August 07, 2023.Chandrayaan-3, aiming to become the first Indian spacecraft to make a soft landing on the moon, entered the lunar orbit on Saturday evening, completing another milestone in its journey.This means that the spacecraft which had been moving towards the moon for the last five days — since it emerged out of its earth-bound orbit — has now begun to circle around the moon.“MOX, ISTRAC, this is Chandrayaan-3. I am feeling lunar gravity,” said a tweet from ISRO on Saturday evening, putting words to what must only be an electronic signal from the spacecraft to the Mission Operations Complex (MOX) at the ISRO Telemetry, Tracking and Command Network (ISTRAC).
Jaipur Heritage Municipal Corporation Mayor Munesh Gurjar suspended
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Jaipur Heritage Municipal Corporation Mayor Munesh Gurjar suspended

Jaipur, August 07, 2023.The Rajasthan government has suspended Jaipur Heritage Municipal Corporation Mayor Munesh Gurjar following her husband’s arrest in a bribery case related to the issuance of land deeds, according to an order issued.The order was issued by the state’s local self government department late Saturday night.The mayor’s husband Sushil Gurjar and two middlemen, Narayan Singh and Anil Dubey, were arrested by the Anti-Corruption Bureau on Friday night for allegedly taking a bribe of Rs 2 lakh in lieu of issuing a land lease.
Rs 16,484 crore from central fund under Jal Jeevan Mission lying unused with states, govt says
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Rs 16,484 crore from central fund under Jal Jeevan Mission lying unused with states, govt says

New Delhi, August 07, 2023.Rs 16,484 crore from the central fund under the Jal Jeevan Mission is lying unused with states and Union Territories, the government said on Monday.The mission aims to provide safe and adequate drinking water to all rural households by 2024.Water, being a state subject, the states plan, implement, operate and maintain supply schemes, Union Minister of State for Jal Shakti Prahlad Singh Patel said in response to a question in the Rajya Sabha.
Rupee rises 5 paise to close at 82.76 against US dollar
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Rupee rises 5 paise to close at 82.76 against US dollar

Jaipur, August 07, 2023.The rupee gained 5 paise to close at 82.76 (provisional) against the US dollar on Monday, tracking positive domestic equities.However, sustained foreign fund outflows and a stronger American currency in the overseas market dented investor sentiments, forex traders said.At the interbank foreign exchange market, the local unit opened at 82.73 against the US dollar and moved in a range of 82.71 to 82.77 in the day trade.
Sanjay Kumar Agarwal takes charge as CBIC Chairman
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Sanjay Kumar Agarwal takes charge as CBIC Chairman

New Delhi, August 07, 2023.IRS officer Sanjay Kumar Agarwal has taken charge as the Chairman of the Central Board of Indirect Taxes and Customs (CBIC)."Sh. Sanjay Kumar Agarwal, IRS (C&IT:1988) takes over as Chairman of Central Board of Indirect Taxes and Customs (CBIC) w.e.f August 05, 2023," the CBIC tweeted.
Cult.fit on boards superstar Ranveer Singh as brand ambassador
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Cult.fit on boards superstar Ranveer Singh as brand ambassador

Bengaluru, August 2023.cult.fit, India's leading health and fitness brand,  announced superstar Ranveer Singh as its brand ambassador. The association between cult.fit and Ranveer Singh marks a significant milestone in the fitness industry, promising to excite and motivate millions of Indians to start their fitness journey. As part of the collaboration, cult.fit plans to leverage the actor's infectious, one of a kind social energy and commitment to a healthy and fit routine in a series of fitness initiatives and campaigns.While recent studies have shown that only a small fraction of the Indian population engages in fitness activities, there is growing awareness on the need and benefits of an active lifestyle post-pandemic. cult.fit has consistently worked towards raising awareness,...
TECNO to Unveil Its Latest POVA 5 Series at the Upcoming World of TECNOlogy Event
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TECNO to Unveil Its Latest POVA 5 Series at the Upcoming World of TECNOlogy Event

New Delhi, August 07, 2023.TECNO as a brand has always delivered in line with its vision of being at the forefront of technology and innovation. In further alignment with this vision, the brand is all set to present the first season of its key annual property, World of TECNOlogy. The 3-day event is aimed at showcasing the best-in-class technology offered by the brand across product lines and portfolios. The tech showcase event will be commencing on 11th August 2023 at DLF Avenue, New Delhi, being open to all consumers till 13th August. The event will allow an immersive experience into TECNO’s prominent products, driving awareness of the diverse product portfolio and strengthening the credibility and relatability with the brand. The brand has been aggressive this year by introducing Pha...
McDonald’s India Launches India’s First Airport Drive-Thru Restaurant in Mumbai
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McDonald’s India Launches India’s First Airport Drive-Thru Restaurant in Mumbai

Mumbai, August 2023.McDonald’s India (West & South) has launched the nation’s first-ever Airport Drive-Thru Restaurant in Mumbai. Strategically located just 100 meters from Terminal 2 (T2) of the Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport (CSMIA), this is also the first McDonald’s restaurant in Mumbai to operate 24x7. This Experience of the Future (EOTF) restaurant is all set to provide quality food, convenience, and quick service to travelers and locals alike. With this path-breaking initiative, McDonald’s India further strengthens its position as an industry leader and innovator. The Airport Drive-Thru Restaurant will cater to thousands of travelers in T2, airport staff, and local residents, meeting their demands for quick and delicious meals at any time of the da...
Celebrate Friendship Day with Domino’s Campaign #YourBestiesTreat
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Celebrate Friendship Day with Domino’s Campaign #YourBestiesTreat

New Delhi, August 07, 2023.Domino's, India's foremost pizza chain, is thrilled to announce its latest campaign, #YourBestiesTreat, a tribute to the ever-evolving world of Gen Z's friendship culture. Embracing the inherent charm of meme culture, Domino's celebrates the cherished moments shared with friends over a scrumptious pizza, and the role of memes in immortalizing these fun-filled memories.In today's digitally connected world, memes have become an intrinsic part of Gen Z's daily lives, functioning as their unique love language of friendship. Understanding the significance of these quirky visuals, Domino's campaign #YourBestiesTreat sets out to reveal the delightful blend of pizza and memes, showcasing how these seemingly unrelated entities create the perfect recipe for an...
Reliance seeks shareholder nod to appoint Ambani as head for another 5 years at nil salary
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Reliance seeks shareholder nod to appoint Ambani as head for another 5 years at nil salary

New Delhi, August 2023.Reliance Industries Ltd, India's most valuable company, has sought shareholder's approval to give Mukesh Ambani another five-year term as chairman and managing director of the company till 2029 -- a period during which he has opted to draw nil salary.Ambani, 66, will cross the company law-mandated 70 years age for the chief executive of the company and requires a special resolution by the shareholders for him to be appointed beyond that age bar.In a special resolution, Reliance sought the nod of shareholders to appoint Ambani as the head of the company till April 2029.
HDFC Bank’s Jagdishan highest paid bank CEO in FY23 with Rs 10.55 cr pay
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HDFC Bank’s Jagdishan highest paid bank CEO in FY23 with Rs 10.55 cr pay

Mumbai, August 07, 2023.HDFC Bank's Sashidhar Jagdishan has emerged as the highest-paid bank chief executive in FY23, grossing over Rs 10.55 crore in overall pay.Jagdishan's colleague Kaizad Bharucha, the deputy managing director of the largest private sector lender, drew Rs 10 crore for the fiscal year and may be the second-highest grossing banker in the country, according to disclosures made in annual reports.Among the bank CEOs, Axis Bank's Amitabh Chaudhry's Rs 9.75 crore payout was the second biggest and he was closely followed by Sandeep Bakhshi of bigger rival ICICI Bank, who drew Rs 9.60 crore for the fiscal year.
Bhagat-Kadam pair wins gold in Four-Nation Para-badminton meet in England
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Bhagat-Kadam pair wins gold in Four-Nation Para-badminton meet in England

New Delhi, August 07, 2023.World No. 1 men's doubles pairing of Pramod Bhagat and Sukant Kadam won a gold medal in SL3-SL4 category at the Four Nations Para-Badminton International in Sheffield, England. Bhagat also secured a silver in the singles SL3 category as well as a silver in mixed doubles SL3- SU5 category with Manisha Ramdass. Kadam won a bronze in the singles SL4 category.Bhagat and Kadam defeated the Indian pair of Deep Ranjan Bisoyee and Manoj Sarkar 21-17 21-17 to secure gold in the men's doubles.In singles, Bhagat went down to England's Daniel Bethell 8-21 10-21.
Wamiqa Gabbi joins Varun Dhawan in action entertainer from Atlee’s banner
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Wamiqa Gabbi joins Varun Dhawan in action entertainer from Atlee’s banner

Mumbai, August 07, 2023."Jubilee" actor Wamiqa Gabbi is set to star alongside Varun Dhawan in an upcoming action entertainer movie, to be produced by filmmaker Atlee and wife Priya Mohan’s banner A For Apple Studios.Also backed by Murad Khetani's Cine1 Studios, the untitled project will be directed by Kalees, best known for the 2019 Tamil movie “Kee”. It is scheduled to be released on May 31, 2024.The details of the movie’s plot have been kept under wraps. It also features National Award winner Keerthy Suresh in a pivotal role.
PM Modi’s ‘Quit India’ reference to target opposition as he launches mega railway revamp
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PM Modi’s ‘Quit India’ reference to target opposition as he launches mega railway revamp

New Delhi, August 06, 2023.Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday accused the opposition of playing "negative politics" and said now the entire country is rooting for corruption, dynasty and appeasement to 'quit India'.Addressing an event after laying the foundation stone for the redevelopment of 508 railway stations across the country via video conferencing, he alleged a section of the opposition is driven by the principle of neither working nor letting others work."Unfortunately, in our country, there is a section of the opposition who even today won't do anything themselves and won't allow others to do anything either. They are stuck with this attitude.
Senior Vascular Surgeon Dr.Aadarsh Kabra Flagged off Jaipur Walkathon
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Senior Vascular Surgeon Dr.Aadarsh Kabra Flagged off Jaipur Walkathon

Jaipur, 6th August 2023.Vascular Society of India, founded on 6th August 1994 in Chennai,today, celebrated the National Vascular Day across the nation.On this occasion, a Walkathon was organised in 26 cities across India including Jaipurto spread awareness by a message of 'Walk a Mile to Live with a Smile' with a theme - Amputation FREE India.Following the vision of the Prime Minister Narendra Modi for a Fit India, the VSI organised the WALKATHON with an aim to bring the national focus on promoting healthcare, awareness, and timely interventions to prevent conditions that could lead to lower limb amputations (diabetes, smoking, hypertension and high cholesterol).Dr.Aadarsh Kabra, Senior Vascular Surgeon and Chief Organizer, Jaipur - Vascular Society of India said,“We are very e...
Mahindra University Confers Degrees to Graduating Students During Its Second Annual Convocation
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Mahindra University Confers Degrees to Graduating Students During Its Second Annual Convocation

Hyderabad, August 2023.Mahindra University is delighted to announce the celebration of its 2nd Annual Convocation, a momentous occasion that marks the culmination of academic excellence, innovation, and holistic learning. The grand event took place on the 5th of August at the picturesque Mahindra University campus,where the university community came together to honour and recognize the achievements of its outstanding graduates.The 2nd Convocation of Mahindra University is a testament to the institution's commitment to fostering intellectual growth, empowering future leaders, and nurturing a vibrant academic community. Since its inception, the university has strived to redefine education and develop individuals who can positively impact the world through their knowledge and skills—t...
India-Japan partnership is a defining partnership for the future of Asia, Indo-Pacific & the world: MoS Shri Rajeev Chandrasekhar
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India-Japan partnership is a defining partnership for the future of Asia, Indo-Pacific & the world: MoS Shri Rajeev Chandrasekhar

New Delhi, August 04, 2023.Union Minister of State for Skill Development & Entrepreneurship and Electronics & IT Shri Rajeev Chandrasekhar virtually addressed the 1st India-Japan Skill connect conference, held in Tokyo at the Indian Embassy. He emphasized the strong partnership between India and Japan, which has expanded beyond traditional areas like security, trade, and economics to include technology and talent.The minister said that today, the world is going through a deep rooted and decisive structural, global and economic change. With the tailwind of digitization and technology, supply chains are transforming around the world. India-Japan partnership is a defining partnership for the future of Asia, Indo-Pacific & the World. Under PM Shri Narendra Modi and HE PM Fu...
No force can silence voice of people: Cong on SC stay on Rahul’s conviction
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No force can silence voice of people: Cong on SC stay on Rahul’s conviction

New Delhi, August 04, 2023.The Congress on Friday hailed as "strong vindication of truth" the Supreme Court ruling staying the conviction of Rahul Gandhi in a 2019 defamation case and urged Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla to restore his membership of the Lower House.The Opposition party said the Constitution has been upheld and the BJP's "conspiratorial hounding of Gandhi has been thoroughly exposed".In a big relief to Gandhi, the Supreme Court stayed his conviction in the case over his Modi surname remark, paving the way for revival of his Lok Sabha membership.
Fun88 India Celebrates 3rd Anniversary by Welcoming Dale Steyn as Brand Ambassador
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Fun88 India Celebrates 3rd Anniversary by Welcoming Dale Steyn as Brand Ambassador

Hyderabad, August 04, 2023.Fun88, the leading online gaming and betting platform, is thrilled to announce the appointment of cricket legend Dale Steyn as its new Brand Ambassador on its 3rd anniversary. The collaboration marks a significant milestone for Fun88 as it continues to strengthen its presence in the sports and gaming industry.Dale Steyn, one of the most iconic fast bowlers in the history of cricket, joins Fun88 as the face of the brand, embodying the values of excellence, skill, and sportsmanship that resonate with the platform's mission. Known for his fiery pace, unwavering dedication, and remarkable achievements, Dale Steyn perfectly represents the spirit of Fun88, which strives to deliver an unmatched gaming experience to its users."We are delighted to we...
Divorce of Sania-Shoaib subject of speculation again
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Divorce of Sania-Shoaib subject of speculation again

Mumbai, August 04, 2023.The celebrity couple -- Indian tennis star Sania Mirza and Pakistani cricketer Shoaib Malik -- has possibly separated if the recent activity on their social media accounts is any indication.The rumours about their divorce have been going around since last year but the two reputed athletes have not made any public comment on the issue that has been a topic of discussion on social media.The wedding of Sania and Shoaib in 2010 had generated huge interest among the fans in the two countries and so has their speculated separation.
1984 anti-Sikh riots: Delhi court grants anticipatory bail to Jagdish Tytler
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1984 anti-Sikh riots: Delhi court grants anticipatory bail to Jagdish Tytler

New Delhi, August 04, 2023.A Delhi court on Friday granted anticipatory bail to Congress leader Jagdish Tytler in a case related to the Pul Bangash killings during the 1984 anti-Sikh riots.Special Judge Vikas Dhull also imposed certain conditions on Tytler, including that he will not tamper with the evidence in the case or leave the country without its permission.Three people were killed and a gurdwara was set ablaze in the Pul Bangash area here on November 1, 1984, a day after the then prime minister Indira Gandhi was assassinated by her Sikh bodyguards
ET Prime Women Leadership Awards 2023: Celebrating Women Inspiring Change
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ET Prime Women Leadership Awards 2023: Celebrating Women Inspiring Change

New Delhi, August 03, 2023.The EconomicTimes.com is all set to host the fourth edition of the ET Prime Women Leadership Awards 2023 (ETPWLA 2023) this week in Mumbai. Esteemed personalities will convene at the awards night to felicitate 19 women leaders as a recognition of their achievements in turning sectoral challenges into opportunities, championing diversity and inclusion, and reshaping the lens of women in leadership.The prestigious event will mark the culmination of a six-month-long extensive selection programme, inviting nominations across 15 award categories. Launched in 2019, the ET Prime Women Leadership Awards programme aims to recognize and honor the dynamic contributions made by women leaders who have shattered glass ceilings, overcome challenges, and made a...
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