Day: July 24, 2025

Anupam Kher’s ‘Tanvi the Great’ Declared Tax-Free in Delhi, CM Rekha Gupta Calls it a Story of Inspiration

Arijit Bose

New Delhi |  In a move applauded by film lovers and social advocates alike, Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta  announced that the film Tanvi the Great, directed by veteran actor Anupam Kher, has been declared tax-free in the national capital. The film tells the heartfelt and inspiring story of a young girl with autism who overcomes numerous challenges to pursue her dreams. Taking to social media platform ‘X’, CM Rekha Gupta said, “I am pleased to announce that the Delhi government has made Tanvi the Great tax-free in the national…

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Opposition Protests SIR in Parliament Premises, Sonia Gandhi Leads Demonstration

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Sonia Gandhi

New Delhi | On the fourth day of the Monsoon Session, several opposition Members of Parliament (MPs) staged a protest in the Parliament complex against the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of the voter list being carried out in Bihar. The protest was led by senior Congress leader and UPA chairperson Sonia Gandhi, who was joined by MPs from the Indian National Developmental Inclusive Alliance (INDIA) bloc, including representatives from the Samajwadi Party, Trinamool Congress, Rashtriya Janata Dal, and other like-minded parties. The protest took place near the Parliament’s ‘Makar Dwar’ entrance,…

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India and UK Sign Historic Free Trade Agreement in Presence of PM Modi and PM Starmer

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Free Trade Agreement

London | In a landmark moment for global trade, India and the United Kingdom officially signed a historic Free Trade Agreement (FTA) on Thursday in the presence of Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi and British Prime Minister Keir Starmer. The agreement, finalised after three years of intense negotiations, is expected to boost annual bilateral trade by approximately $34 billion, opening new avenues of economic cooperation between the two nations. The signing ceremony took place in London, where Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal and his British counterpart Jonathan Reynolds inked the…

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TATA AIA Tops MDRT India Rankings for Third Year Running, Secures Global Rank 4

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TATA AIA

Mumbai: TATA AIA Life Insurance Company Limited has once again set a benchmark in the Indian insurance industry by emerging as the leader in the Million Dollar Round Table (MDRT) membership rankings for India—for the third consecutive year. With a record-breaking 2,871 MDRT qualifiers this year, the company also climbed to an impressive #4 position globally, reflecting an 11% growth over the previous year. This milestone not only showcases the professional excellence of TATA AIA’s advisors but also underscores the company’s unwavering commitment to delivering world-class financial advice and customer…

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Not Just Travel, But Trust: Lucknow Metro Sets an Example

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Lucknow Metro

Lucknow : In a heartwarming display of integrity and efficiency, Lucknow Metro once again proved why it’s not just a means of transport, but a symbol of safety and responsibility. On Tuesday, a black bag containing Rs 46,000 in cash, clothes, and a mobile charger was found on board a metro train. Thanks to the alertness of the staff and the strong Lost and Found system, the bag was safely returned to its rightful owner at the Amausi Metro Station. The incident underlines the growing trust passengers place in the…

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Uttar Pradesh Scrappage Policy: Old Vehicles Retired, Electric Future in Drive by 2030

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Uttar Pradesh Scrappage Policy

Lucknow: In a bold push toward green mobility and cleaner air, the Uttar Pradesh government has rolled out a decisive scrappage policy aimed at phasing out old government vehicles and replacing them with electric alternatives by 2030. The initiative, which reflects India’s larger transition toward sustainable transport, is already showing results on the ground. The state has decommissioned 18,843 vehicles, of which 16,576 belonged to various government departments. With 15 scrap centres operating across Uttar Pradesh, the vehicle scrapping process is running at a steady pace. These centres play a…

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Gorakhpur Eyes Top Three Spot in Cleanliness Rankings as CM Yogi Adityanath Applauds City’s Remarkable Transformation

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Gorakhpur

Gorakhpur : Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath has announced a major achievement for his hometown Gorakhpur, which has climbed to fourth place in the Swachh Bharat Survey 2025 for cities with a population between three to ten lakh. This remarkable leap from 74th place just three years ago to 22nd last year and now fourth is a testament to consistent efforts under the Gorakhpur Cleanliness Drive. Addressing a gathering at the Safai Mitra Safe City Honour Ceremony held at the Gorakhpur Municipal Corporation, CM Yogi urged city officials, sanitation…

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NUCFDC and IIA India Sign Strategic Pact to Strengthen Urban Cooperative Banks

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Mumbai — In a significant move aimed at transforming the operational strength and governance of Urban Cooperative Banks (UCBs) across India, the National Urban Cooperative Finance and Development Corporation Ltd. (NUCFDC) and the Institute of Internal Auditors India (IIA India) signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) in Mumbai. The partnership is being hailed as a timely step to bring international best practices in auditing, risk management, and governance to India’s urban cooperative banking ecosystem. The MoU was formalized by Prabhat Chaturvedi, CEO of NUCFDC, and K. V. Mukundan, CEO of…

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PNB Asks Customers to Complete KYC Update by August 8 to Avoid Service Disruption

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New Delhi  — Punjab National Bank (PNB), one of India’s leading public sector banks, has issued an important advisory to its customers, urging them to update their Know Your Customer (KYC) details by August 8, 2025. The announcement is in line with the guidelines set by the Reserve Bank of India (RBI), which mandate regular KYC compliance to ensure the safety and functionality of customer accounts. This notification is particularly aimed at account holders whose KYC was due for renewal as of June 30, 2025. These individuals must provide fresh…

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DENSO to Set Up Rs 250 Crore EV Component Plant in Gautam Budh Nagar, Uttar Pradesh

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EV Component Plant

Lucknow  — Japanese automotive giant DENSO Corporation has announced an investment of Rs 250 crore to establish a cutting-edge electric vehicle (EV) component manufacturing plant in Gautam Budh Nagar, Uttar Pradesh. The upcoming facility will focus on producing motor generators, which are crucial components for hybrid and electric vehicles, strengthening the EV ecosystem in the state. The agreement was finalised during a high-level meeting at DENSO’s headquarters in Kariya, Aichi Prefecture, Japan. A delegation from Uttar Pradesh, led by Principal Secretary Alok Kumar and Finance Minister Suresh Khanna, visited DENSO’s…

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