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Law Minister Ravi Shankar Prasad on Saturday said the government is ready to talk to the protesters at Shaheen Bagh to clear their doubts over the amended Citizenship law, but it should be in a "structured form". from Times of India https://ift.tt/2GL6UVy

"It appears that the main reason for this slowdown was the non-banking financial institutions experiencing a turbulence," IMF managing director Kristalina Georgieva said on the eve of Union finance minister Nirmala Sitharaman presenting the annual budget in Parliament on Saturday. from Times of India https://ift.tt/36OMeGK

NDA allies like JD(U), LJP and Akali Dal flagged apprehension about certain sections in the new NPR form. This led the home minister to state that while dropping columns from the form may not be feasible , a disclaimer that providing date and place of birth of parents will be optional could be inserted. from Times of India https://ift.tt/37MlU1v

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Union finance minister Nirmala Sitharaman will present her second Union Budget on Saturday. Budget includes detailed statement of the estimated revenues and expenditures to be incurred by the government in a particular fiscal year. Stay here for important and quick updates on the Centre's most important business-centric presentation: from Times of India https://ift.tt/2uOJpZg

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"My govt is clearly of the view that mutual discussions and debates further strengthen democracy. At the same time, any kind of violence in the name of protest weakens the society and the country," President Ram Nath Kovond said. The speech came a day before the tabling of the Union Budget on Feb 1. from Times of India https://ift.tt/2OfvqSV

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Speaking ahead of the Budget session, PM Modi said that he wanted a vast and qualitative discussion on financial issues in both the houses. "This session should be focussed mainly on economic issues. I want there to be good debates on these issues in both houses. from Times of India https://ift.tt/36JAMfN

Congress leader Rahul Gandhi on Friday questioned who "paid" the Jamia shooter, a day after a man opened fire at a group of anti-CAA protesters in the area. Asked by reporters to comment on the incident as he was entering Parliament, Gandhi said, ""Who paid the Jamia shooter?" from Times of India https://ift.tt/2OeiahE

Economic survey is a flagship annual document of the finance ministry which reviews developments in the Indian economy. Stay here for all the updates related to the survey. from Times of India https://ift.tt/317Aluy

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An Air India Boeing 747 will leave Delhi at 12.50 pm Friday for Wuhan to evacuate Indians from the epicentre of the deadly coronavirus outbreak. The jumbo jet (VT-ESP) “Agra” took off from Mumbai at 9.01 am for Delhi from where five doctors from the health ministry will board the aircraft with all medicines required for the evacuees. from Times of India https://ift.tt/3aXYsAk

The nine-hour hostage crisis at a village in Farrukhabad finally came to an end hours after midnight after crack commandos of Uttar Pradesh Police stormed into the house of a murder convict, who held 23 children captive since Thursday afternoon. from Times of India https://ift.tt/2GK44A5

Students who were agitating outside the Delhi Police headquarters (PHQ) at ITO after a man fired at anti-CAA protestors near the Jamia Millia Islamia were detained and removed from the area on Friday morning, police said. from Times of India https://ift.tt/37TyAnr

Male onesies being sold online sparks humor: 'Who asked for this?' The only thing better than a onesie is an adult onesie for men.

Chinese dog owners are buying coronavirus masks for their pooches Dog owners in China are taking no chances when it comes to the health of their pooches.

An unassailable lead has opened up the window for experimentation but there will be no let-up in India's intensity when they face a heartbroken New Zealand team in the fourth T2o International here on Friday. from Times of India https://ift.tt/3aOfJMl

The World Health Organization declared a global emergency over the new coronavirus, as China reported Friday the death toll had climbed to 213 with nearly 10,000 infections. Beijing has taken extreme steps to stop the spread of the virus, including effectively quarantining more than 50 million people in Wuhan and surrounding Hubei province. from Times of India https://ift.tt/37IuOwP

Beijing is yet to approve India’s request to operate two aircraft to fly back Indian nationals. The Indian side is hoping evacuation will finally begin Friday evening. "Indian nationals have been alerted about evacuation plans for Friday evening. It will materialise though only if Chinese authorities approve it," said a source in New Delhi late on Thursday evening. from Times of India https://ift.tt/2RFfnQo

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The protesters who are challenging PM Modi's Hindu-centric vision for India liberally evoke the legacy of a national icon: Mohandas K Gandhi, who wanted a country where Hindus and Muslims lived together in peace. However, Modi and BJP to have used Gandhi, deploying his image on an information campaign that critics contentious CAA, writes Maria Abi Habib in NYT. from Times of India https://ift.tt/2OcVJJv

After addressing three-four rallies a day other than roadshows, Union home minister Amit Shah holds meetings with constituency coordinators for the Delhi elections till around 2am in the state party office, receiving feedback about campaign and the party’s prospects. from Times of India https://ift.tt/2SdVi31

The parts pipeline of top brands such as Xiaomi, Vivo, Oppo, OnePlus, TCL, Lenovo, Apple and RealMe is likely to get impacted due to lockdown in Chinese cities to prevent Coronavirus. It’s also worrying for large contract manufacturers such as Foxconn and Skyworth — who make TVs in India largely with Chinese components — as uncertainty over new supplies looms. from Times of India https://ift.tt/2t8RSWx

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Umesh, who is looking forward to selection in the Test squad for New Zealand tour, was part of the Virat Kohli-led team that won the first-ever Test series against Australia in Australia in 2019. After the historic win, coach Ravi Shastri went on to say this India pace attack is the 'best we have ever had'. from Times of India https://ift.tt/37Ccu8A

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Over 170 people have died and thousands infected after the outbreak of the deadly Coronavirus. The Chinese government has sealed off several cities, effectively trapping tens of millions of people, in a bid to contain the spread of the virus. India has also initiated the process of evacuating its citizens. Stay with TOI for latest updates. from Times of India https://ift.tt/2GAodZG

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Thursday's figures cover the previous 24 hours and represent an increase of 38 deaths and 1,737 cases for a total of 7,711. Of the new deaths, 37 were in the epicenter of the outbreak in Hubei province and one in the southwestern province of Sichuan. from Times of India https://ift.tt/2uJ6SuG

Aldi ad challenging influencer to spend only $33 on groceries sparks outrage Grocery chain angers UK Instagram users with "Poorest Day Challenge."

Coronavirus prompts McDonald's to widen store closures across Chinese province of Hubei McDonald's has shut down several hundred of its restaurants in China amid concerns the ongoing coronavirus that has claimed the lives of more than 130 people and infected thousands of others globally. 

Police deliver McDonald's order after pulling over driver, seizing his vehicle These police officers take their jobs to protect and "serve” seriously.

Chicken sandwich popularity is causing small-chicken supply issues When it comes to little chickens, the sky is falling.

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Kobe Bryant honored with special drink at California coffee shop The shop is paying a unique tribute to the late NBA legend.

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What is 'whelming,' the latest annoying dating trend? As if online dating wasn’t already exhausting.

Hosting a Super Bowl party? Here are 6 tips for cleaning up when it's over Cleaning up after the big game doesn't have to be a headache. Use these quick tips to make the job easier.

Coronavirus: Outrage over Chinese blogger eating 'bat soup' sparks apology Popular travel blogger Wang Mengyun said she didn't know about virus at the time of filming.

India beat New Zealand in the 3rd T20I via Super Over to take an unassailable 3-0 lead in the 5-match series. India posted a competitive 179/5 after being sent into bat. Williamson smashed a 48-ball 95 but Kiwis faltered in the final over ending at 179/6. In the Super Over, Kiwis scored 17, a target which India overwhelmed in the final ball with Rohit smashing Southee for two consecutive sixes. from Times of India https://ift.tt/37BIREh

Soon after his expulsion from JD(U), Prashant Kishor on Wednesday took a dig at party president Nitish Kumar, offering him his best wishes to "retain" the chief ministership of Bihar. In a tweet minutes after the JD(U) suspended Kishor, he said, "Thank you Nitish Kumar. My best wishes to you to retain the chair of chief minister of Bihar. God bless you." from Times of India https://ift.tt/38OKHSB

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The JD(U) on Wednesday expelled Prashant Kishor and Pavan Kumar for their "anti-party" activities. Both the leaders have been attacking the party leadership over its pro-CAA stand. The spat between Kumar and Kishor was out in the open yesterday when the former reminded the political strategist that he was inducted into the party on Amit Shah's recommendation from Times of India https://ift.tt/2GJHRCB

US trade representative Robert Lighthizer will be in India in the second week of February to finalise a trade deal ahead of President Donald Trump’s expected visit, according to people with knowledge of the matter. from Times of India https://ift.tt/2vw1rQh

The Election Commission on Wednesday ordered the removal of BJP leaders Anurag Thakur and Parvesh Verma from the list of star campaigners for Delhi polls over their controversial remarks. from Times of India https://ift.tt/2S4qJwC

Indian shuttler Saina Nehwal will be joining Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) shortly. Last year, a number of sportspersons including cricketer Gautam Gambhir and Commonwealth Games medal-winning wrestler Babita Phogat had joined BJP. On the professional front, Saina was last seen playing in the Thailand Masters tournament where she was knocked out in the first round. from Times of India https://ift.tt/2u29cge

PM Narendra Modi’s government is expected to raise spending on infrastructure and cut some personal tax in its 2020/21 Union Budget, to spur consumer demand and investment, said govt sources and economists. Fiscal stimulus in the budget for the year beginning April 1 and an increase in spending on roads, railways and rural welfare could revive growth. from Times of India https://ift.tt/38FiKN4

Chief minister Nitish Kumar and senior JD (U) leader Prashant Kishor seemed all set to part ways after they indulged in a war of words on Tuesday. The former said the poll strategist is “free to leave” and the latter hit back calling his party boss “a liar”. It all began when Nitish, while talking to the media here, said, “I don’t have any problem if he (Kishor) wants to leave the party. But if he wants to stay, then he will have to follow the basic structure of the party.” from Times of India https://ift.tt/30ZKFET

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The Supreme Court on Wednesday dismissed the plea by Mukesh Kumar Singh, one of the four death row convicts in the Nirbhaya gang rape and murder case, challenging the rejection of his mercy petition by the President. from Times of India https://ift.tt/3aJZmAe

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Countries on Wednesday began evacuating their citizens from the Chinese city hardest-hit by an outbreak of a new virus that has killed 132 people and infected more than 6,000 on the mainland and abroad. from Times of India https://ift.tt/2uDlVpM

A ruthless India are expected to seal their maiden T20 International series win in New Zealand and only a special comeback from the struggling hosts in the third game here on Wednesday can delay what seems inevitable. from Times of India https://ift.tt/2OkFrP1

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Donald Trump is scheduled to visit India between February 24-26. The visit will be used by both countries to advance their strategic and economic ties which have made strides in recent years. PM Modi has been one of the few world leaders who has had a reasonably good working relationship with Trump. from Times of India https://ift.tt/2U3LbQF

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A bench comprising Chief Justice S A Bobde and justices B R Gavai and Surya Kant divided the convicts in two groups and said one group would move out of Gujarat and stay at Indore in Madhya Pradesh. The other group of convicts will have to relocate themselves to Jabalpur in Madhya Pradesh, the bench said. from Times of India https://ift.tt/2vvwuvH

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A lawsuit has been filed in a US court against the US Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) alleging that the agency unlawfully charged US tech companies a total of $350 million for a change of status application to H-1B visas. from Times of India https://ift.tt/2RvG7mo

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NBA legend Kobe Bryant was killed in a helicopter crash on January 26, 2020, which also claimed the lives of eight others on board, including Kobe's 13-year-old daughter Gianna. Here are the latest details about the ongoing investigation of the crash. from Times of India https://ift.tt/2t3De2V

In a major breakthrough, local cops in Bulandshahr claim to have solved the murder mystery of a woman whose body was recovered from Sikandrabad area on January 26. The deceased was identified as 20-year-old Poonam, a resident of Jarcha area in Noida who used to work at a mobile company. from Times of India https://ift.tt/2RTldwB

The pilot of Kobe Bryant's ill-fated helicopter was flying too low to be monitored in fog, air traffic controller recordings showed, as investigators said they had recovered three bodies from the crash site and were searching for more remains. The Sikorsky S-76 chopper slammed into a steep hillside on Sunday, killing all nine people on board, including Bryant and his daughter. from Times of India https://ift.tt/2vsthgh

The ongoing protests at Shaheen Bagh will come to an end within one hour if BJP forms the government in Delhi, claimed BJP MP Parvesh Verma on Tuesday. from Times of India https://ift.tt/38GTIx5

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A gay couple approached Kerala high court on Monday seeking a court declaration that homosexual couples are entitled to get their marriages registered. Nikesh PP and Sonu MS also appealed to the court that a provision in Special Marriage Act, which specifies that solemnization of marriage is possible only between a man and a woman, be declared unconstitutional. from Times of India https://ift.tt/38E8F2O

PM Modi is scheduled to visit Brussels in March for the India-EU summit while foreign minister S Jaishankar is expected to visit in mid-February. India is ramping up diplomacy in Brussels and Strasbourg to counter the move by hundreds of MEPs, to discuss a resolution sharply critical of the CAA. from Times of India https://ift.tt/2U1XhKg

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