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Leading a demonstration in front of Regional Office of the RBI, Ms. Karat said, public sector banks are giving loans to MFIs at low interest rate. They are jacking up the interest without any cap on interest rate. The SHGs and individual women are taking loan at very high rate of interest.

The Corporation will implement the ban on new licencesand renewal of existing ones for the two breeds from today; GCC Council also approves new SOPs for managing stray dogs in city

Based on the complaint, the police registered a case under relevant sections of the Tamil Nadu Prohibition of Harassment of Women Act (TNPHW Act) and the Information Technology Act (IT Act) and took up an investigation

Between October 6 and 9, Sekar transferred a total of 2.11 crore to the fraudsters through 23 bank transactions

Accepting the title, Ms. Jayanthi and Ms. Amirthavarshini said they were happy and honoured

Both the institutions will facilitate student, faculty, and staff exchange programmes and internships

Cyclone Ditwah has claimed at least 643 lives and displaced scores of people in Sri Lanka. While it has affected several villages and towns, the highest death toll has been recorded in Kandy in the Central Province. It is part of the islands hill country that is home to the Malaiyaha Tamils, whose centuries-old precarity makes them especially vulnerable to such shocks.Meera Srinivasanreports on the disaster

U.S. forces commenced operation Hawkeye Strike in Syria to eliminate ISIS fighters, infrastructure, and weapons sites in direct response to the attack on U.S. forces that occurred on December 13th, Mr. Hegseth wrote on X

CPI(M) State secretary Mohammad Salim added that many vulnerable people from tribal communities, women, rentedaccommodationholders, street dwellers stand a chance to be omitted in the SIR process due to lack of concrete documents and should belooked into.

Previously, a uniform rent of 100 per month was collected from street vendors in specific areas, such as Armenian Street, Pantheon Lane, and Mylapore

The petitioners contended that the student representation constituted a core democratic entitlement and the students could not be deprived of the democratic right; State government argued that the polls would disrupt academics during National Education Policy rollout

It will operate as a Centrally Sponsored Scheme (CSS), with a fund sharing pattern of 90:10 for North-Eastern and Himalayan States/UT and 60:40 for all other States; the law provides for unemployment allowance if job is not provided within 15 days, at prescribed rates, to be paid by State governments.

According to a Navghar police official, a few residents from Parijat housing society and some passersby were injured who were passing by on the Talav Road in Bhayandar East in the early hours

The satellite was initially scheduled to be launched on December 15 but was postponed

CIAL recorded the highest revenue and profit in its history during the 202425 financial year, achieving a total revenue of 1,142 crore and a net profit of 489.84 crore

Sources in the CEOs office said that micro-observers will check for any discrepancies during hearings, and would report any red flags to EROs, AEROs and District Electoral Officers.

Mr. Nabin was appointed as the BJP working president on December 14, marking a generational shift in the party; he assumed charge on December 15.

The Indian Institute of Technology-Madras is tying up with Google and Digital Futures Lab for the initiative

Daily commuters urge South Central Railway authorities to boost frequency, punctuality, and daytime services of MMTSalong key suburban routes; they also point out that economical fares, eco-friendliness and coverage through dense neighbourhoods make it a ready solution

The deletions constitute 35.58% of the total 40,04,694 electors; the roll lists 25,79,676 voters, including 12,47,690 men, 13,31,243 women, and 743 transpersons; special camps will be conducted at all polling stations today and tomorrow

The church has undergone extensive restoration work, including roof replacement and structural repairs, for which specialists used traditional methods and materials to preserve its heritage features; it is now ready to welcome parishioners and host Christmas celebrations

Hyderabad Book Fair at NTR stadium will continue till December 29

71 stalls are showcasing a wide range of projects including residential apartments, villas, open plots, commercial spaces, and both affordable and premium housing options

Once the worlds youngest GM, the Hungarian is now among the most admired chess commentators. Still a strong player capable of pushing top GMs to the limit, the 46-year-old opens up in this chat about life behind a microphone, almost winning the World title, making an impression in an era headlined by Kasparov, Anand and Kramnik, and being recognised by his voice in India

Andhra Pradesh Pollution Control Board conducts review meeting with stakeholders after AQI levels fall into moderate to poor category; committees to assess dust concentration levels and identify hotspots

The government urges all citizens of Bangladesh to resist all forms of mob violence committed by a few fringe elements. We strongly and unequivocally condemn all acts of violence, intimidation, arson, and destruction of properties, Mohammad Yunus said

Medical colleges set up in PPP mode will function in the name of government medical colleges, with ownership, administration and oversight firmly under the States control, says Palla Srinivasa Rao

The British playwright was quick to waive the royalty to Darkside so Kumar and his workshop participants could stage it

Terrorism has no religion and humanity is above all

As part of the intiative, volunteers, after undergoing a training in road safety rules, help the police regulate vechicular traffic

Leading designers share ways to balance space, light, storage, and comfort to make a compact space your own

The SIR requires more time to prevent mass exclusions

The tennis landscape continued to change as the sport grappled with challenges in 2025. Which of the emergent storylines will hold sway next year? And where does India fit in all of this?

Kerala can rise again but only if there is the courage to confront hard truths and pursue bold reforms

After notifying the reservation of 50% constable posts in BSF, Home Ministry moves to enhance reservation in Group C posts for ex-Agniveers in other CAPFs; new policy marks a shift from governments earlier decision