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India’s dominant show ruined Malaysia’s hard-fought effort in Hockey Asia Cup

India’s dominant show ruined Malaysia’s hard-fought effort in Hockey Asia Cup

India came from behind to beat Malaysia 4-1 in their second Super 4s match at the Menโ€™s Asia Cup. Goals from Manpreet, Sukhjeet, Shilanand, and Vivek secured the win. India now need a draw vs China to reach the final. Bihar: India showcased their resilience and attacking depth with a convincing 4-1 comeback win over Malaysia in their second Super 4s clash at the Menโ€™s Asia Cup hockey tournament on Thursday, September 4. The victory puts India at the top of the Super 4 standings with four points from two matches and keeps them firmly on course for a spot…
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How different countries celebrate Teachers’ Day: A look from India to Mexico

How different countries celebrate Teachers’ Day: A look from India to Mexico

Teachers' Day 2025: Be it India, the UN, the US or Argentina, countries around the world celebrate a specific day of the year to commemorate the role of educators in society and in people's lives. Here's a look at which countries celebrate their teachers and how. New Delhi: Teachers'ย Day and similar observances around the world highlight the critical role educators play in shaping individuals and societies. While the dates and traditions vary, the spirit of gratitude remains the same. From India's September 5 celebrations to UNESCOโ€™s World Teachers'ย Day in October, and unique observances in countries like China, Argentina, and Mexico,…
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This NBFC to issue 5,000 non-convertible debentures – Check coupon rate, tenure and other details

This NBFC to issue 5,000 non-convertible debentures – Check coupon rate, tenure and other details

The shares of the company started the trading session in green at Rs 34 against the previous close of Rs 33.33. The stock gained further to hit a high of Rs 35.26, representing a 5.79 per cent gain. Mumbai: Life Insurance Corporation of India-backed non-banking financial institution (NBFC) firm Paisalo Digital has informed exchanges that the operations and finance committee of the board of directors of the company has approved raising Rs 50 crore through the issuance of debt securities via private placement. According to the information shared, the company will issue up to 5,000 non-convertible debentures (NCDs) with a…
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India alter ODI World Cup squad following Yastika Bhatia’s injury

India alter ODI World Cup squad following Yastika Bhatia’s injury

Uma Chetry replaces injured Yastika Bhatia in Indiaโ€™s ODI and ICC Womenโ€™s World Cup 2025 squads. The BCCI confirmed the change after Yastika sustained a knee injury. Uma is withdrawn from the India A squad, which will now play without her in the warm-up match. Visakhapatnam: Wicketkeeper-batter Uma Chetry has been drafted into Indiaโ€™s squad for the upcoming three-match ODI series against Australia as well as the Womenโ€™s ODI World Cup 2025, replacing Yastika Bhatia, who has been sidelined due to a knee injury. The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) confirmed the development on Thursday, following Yastikaโ€™s…
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This steel products company to create additional equity shares – All you need to know

This steel products company to create additional equity shares – All you need to know

Stock markets rose for the second consecutive day on Thursday, with the benchmark BSE Sensex closing higher by 150 points after the GST rate cuts announced on commonly used personal items and daily essential products. Mumbai: The authorised share capital of the iron and steel products company Rathi Steel and Power Ltd has been set for an adjustment as the company has informed exchanges that it plans to create an additional 8,51,853 equity shares of Rs 10 each, aggregating to Rs 85.18 lakh. At the same time, the company will cancel and reclassify 4.08 lakh unissued preference shares having a…
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Onam recap: Celebrities share their fondest Onam memories

Onam recap: Celebrities share their fondest Onam memories

Even for those who are not prone to nostalgia, Onam opens a floodgate of memories. Of a time when flowers for the pookkalam did not come out of plastic bags, sadya was a community affair that families and neighbours got together to make, festivities brought entire cities and villages alive and how people came together in a shared sense of co-existence.Celebrated personalities from various fields share their special Onam memories with MetroPlus.Vinayak SasikumarLyricist Vinayak Sasikumar | Photo Credit: Special Arrangement In childhood, Onam meant sadya and I relish the sadya from my hometown, Thiruvananthapuram. Parippu, sambar, vada curry, which is…
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Drama in Bengal Assembly, BJP-TMC trade barbs; 5 MLAs suspended

Drama in Bengal Assembly, BJP-TMC trade barbs; 5 MLAs suspended

The West Bengal Assembly on Thursday witnessed high drama as the ruling TMC and opposition BJP locked horns in a heated exchange over the issue of the Bengali language and alleged โ€œatrocitiesโ€ against Bengalis. ย  The uproar began when Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee rose to speak in the House. BJP MLAs started shouting slogans, prompting Speaker Biman Banerjee to suspend five BJP legislatorsโ€”Shankar Ghosh, Agnimitra Paul, Mihir Goswami, Ashoke Dinda, and Bankim Ghosh. The suspension only intensified the protests, with the remaining BJP members continuing their sloganeering throughout Mamataโ€™s address.ย  ย  Defiant in the face of disruption, Mamata mocked the…
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India hold Afghanistan to goalless draw, how can Blue Tigers qualify for CAFA Nations Cup playoffs?

India hold Afghanistan to goalless draw, how can Blue Tigers qualify for CAFA Nations Cup playoffs?

In their final league game of the CAFA Nations Cup, India and Afghanistan finished on level terms. With the draw, the Blue Tigers kept themselves alive in the competition. Their future depends on the final league game between Tajikistan and Iran. New Delhi: India and Afghanistan shared the points in a 0-0 draw on Thursday in their final Group B fixture of the CAFA Nations Cup 2025. In a match that rarely sparked to life, both sides struggled to generate real attacking momentum. India saw more of the ball but couldn't make it count in the final third, while Afghanistan…
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No GST on life insurance, health insurance – Here’s how much you will save on your premium

No GST on life insurance, health insurance – Here’s how much you will save on your premium

Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman said all individual life insurance policies, whether term life, ULIP or endowment policies and subsequent reinsurance are exempt from GST. New Delhi: All individual health insurance policies, including family floater policies and policies for senior citizens and reinsurance thereof, will also be exempt from GST, she said. Announcing the outcome of the 56th GST Council meeting, Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman said all individual life insurance policies, whether term life, ULIP or endowment policies and subsequent reinsurance are exempt from GST. Since its inception in July 2017, a GST rate of 18 per cent has been levied…
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Pakistan cricketer Haider Ali cleared of rape charges in UK: Report

Pakistan cricketer Haider Ali cleared of rape charges in UK: Report

Pakistan cricketer Haider Ali has reportedly been cleared of the rape charges in the UK due to a lack of evidence. The Greater Manchester Police thoroughly investigated the case but found no conclusive evidence against the cricketer. New Delhi: Pakistan cricketer Haider Ali has received massive relief as he has been cleared of the rape charges in the UK. The Greater Manchester Police found no conclusive evidence against the cricketer and have decided not to go ahead with the investigation. Moreover, according to Pakistan news channel Geo News, the Police and the Crown Prosecution Service have closed the case as…
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