Former Intel India head hit by speeding cab while cycling, dies

Avtar Saini, former Intel India country head, was killed by a cab on Palm Beach Road. The dangerous road conditions for cyclists in Mumbai are highlighted. Saini played a key role in setting up the Intel R&D center in India and contributed to the design of the Pentium processor.

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Sukhu lives to see another day as mantri retracts move to quit

Even as the Congress govt was grappling with a crisis triggered by cross-voting in RS polls, son of late former CM Virbhadra Singh and state PCC chief Pratibha Singh Vikramaditya announced his resignation as PWD minister in Sukhu’s cabinet at a presser in the assembly complex, breaking down and alleging humiliation. Within hours though, the Shimla Rural MLA retracted his decision

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India blames US for holding up dispute settlement at WTO, blocks China's attempt for investment pact

India criticizes the US for blocking WTO appellate body appointments, resulting in loss of credibility. Talks on investment facilitation and the Doha Development Agenda have deadlocked. WTO officials downplay the impact of a collapse. US Trade Representative rejects a deal on dispute settlement.

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Gunmen attack Manipur additional SP's home

Unidentified gunmen fired at the private residence of an additional SP police officer in Manipur's Imphal East district. Conflicting reports emerged of the officer being kidnapped and later rescued by members of Arambai Tenggoll. The officer's family members cowered inside as gunshots rang out. Manipur Police quickly mobilised forces and launched a successful rescue operation.

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Supped, drank together on Mon, backstabbed on Tues: Singhvi

Abhishek Singhvi and Harsh Mahajan tied in the election for the lone HP seat. Singhvi won the draw of lots but was later eliminated due to cross-voting by some MLAs, in accordance with Rule 75(4) of Conduct of Election Rules, 1961. Singhvi criticized BJP's "new India" philosophy.

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After 2 additional seats, NDA just 4 short of RS majority mark

BJP won 30 out of 56 Rajya Sabha seats, taking their tally to 97 in the House. NDA's tally stands at 117, just four short of the majority mark. Additionally, BJP gained seats from Himachal Pradesh and Uttar Pradesh due to cross-voting. Several states had seats at stake in the polls.

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Trio found dead in J&K’s Chenani, probe launched

Three workers at a transmission tower in Chenani of Jammu and Kashmir’s Udhampur district were found dead under suspicious circumstances in a tent on Monday morning. Police launched a probe to determine the cause of the deaths.

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Scolded often, online gamer murders mom

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Elderly man detained from forward area along LoC in J&K’s Rajouri

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FIR before autopsy of deceased: Kin, farm unions firm on demand

The family of Shubhkaran Singh, a 22-year-old farmer from Punjab, who tragically lost his life during the 'Delhi Chalo' protests at Khanauri border point on February 21, remains steadfast in their demand for an FIR against Haryana Police and the state's Home Minister Anil Vij. They have insisted on this before allowing government doctors to conduct the autopsy, which is scheduled for Saturday.

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Many NC leaders in Jammu join BJP

A senior National Congress leader, a former J&K MLC and dozens of Pahari activists joined BJP in Jammu Saturday. Prominent among them is Syed Mohd Rafiq Shah. In 2019, he had joined National Conference in 2019 after snapping ties with National Panthers Party. Pahari leader Mohd Ayub Pahalwan has also joined BJP along with his supporters.

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Narco-terror case: J&K police file 4th chargesheet in a week

The Jammu and Kashmir Police's State Investigation Agency (SIA) has filed an additional chargesheet against six more individuals in a case related to narco-terrorism. This marks the fourth chargesheet filed in just one week, bringing the total number of accused to 18. According to the police, there has been a decline in terrorist activities in the region, but terrorist handlers from across the border are resorting to drug smuggling to fund their operations.

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Supreme Court prodding triggered tweak in surrogacy law

The Supreme Court has played a crucial role in prompting the Centre to revise the surrogacy rules, allowing the use of donor gametes. Over two dozen petitioners have been granted permission to utilize donor eggs, leading to an influx of petitions from women across the country. The court has also identified an issue with Rule 7 of the Act, implemented on March 14, 2020, and has provided relief to a woman based on this finding.

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Birla enters paints business with Rs 10,000 crore pledge

Aditya Birla Group is investing in Birla Opus, its paints venture, with the aim to disrupt the industry and become the number two player. They plan to achieve a revenue of Rs 10,000 crore and cover the entire country by FY25.

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Ajit’s NCP seeks disqualification of Sharad MLAs, HC issues notice

Bombay HC issued notice to Rahul Narwekar over petitions filed by Anil Patil challenging his decision not to disqualify Anil Deshmukh, Jitendra Awhad, and 8 other MLAs from the Sharad Pawar camp. Ajit Pawar camp seeks MLAs' disqualification. Hearing scheduled for March 14.

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Indians among youngest to buy Lamborghini: CEO

Indians are young buyers of luxury sports cars like Lamborghini. Sales in India are low but the country has massive potential. Indian buyers are aware of the brand, demand personalization, and are buying cars abroad. The Covid rush has waned down, but demand remains strong.

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Indians among youngest to buy Lamborghini: CEO

Indians are young buyers of luxury sports cars like Lamborghini. Sales in India are low but the country has massive potential. Indian buyers are aware of the brand, demand personalization, and are buying cars abroad. The Covid rush has waned down, but demand remains strong.

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Back-door routes for low-grade int'l students to UK degrees: Report

UK’s department of education has opened an investigation after a newspaper investigation found that international students are gaining back-door routes to undergraduate degrees at top British universities with far lower grades than their domestic counterparts require as universities are cash-strapped and need the extra fees they pay. Of the Indian students who come to UK, around 30% enrol in undergraduate programmes.

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NTPC to acquire Rs 5,000 crore KSK Mahanadi power project

NTPC is set to acquire the KSK Mahanadi power station in Chattisgarh, a large greenfield project with a proposed capacity of 3,600 MW, marking the state-run utility's second acquisition of a stressed asset. The project came under corporate insolvency resolution process in April 2022 after defaulting on loans. NTPC's investment in the project is valued at Rs 5,000 crore.

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NTPC to acquire Rs 5,000 crore KSK Mahanadi power project

NTPC is set to acquire the KSK Mahanadi power station in Chattisgarh, a large greenfield project with a proposed capacity of 3,600 MW, marking the state-run utility's second acquisition of a stressed asset. The project came under corporate insolvency resolution process in April 2022 after defaulting on loans. NTPC's investment in the project is valued at Rs 5,000 crore.

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