politics

02 Sep

Kerala governor moves SC against order giving CM role in picking V-Cs of 2 universities

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Kerala governor moves SC against order giving CM role in picking V-Cs of 2 universities Kerala governor Rajendra Arlekar approached the Supreme Court seeking modification of its August 18 order . The order gave the state’s chief minister a role in the selection of vice-chancellors for A P J Abdul Kalam Technological University and Kerala University of Digital Sciences . The application was filed by the governor in his capacity as the chancellor . Read full story: Source
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02 Sep

Telangana Govt entrusts CBI with investigation into Kaleshwaram project lapses

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Telangana Govt entrusts CBI with investigation into Kaleshwaram project lapses Telangana Government has given its consent to the premier investigation agency, Central Bureau of Investigation, to probe into allegations of irregularities, embezzlement of public funds and corrupt practices in the construction of Medigadda, Annaram and Sundilla barrages of Kaleshwaram project . The development comes within two days of the State Government deciding to entrust the investigation to the CBI . Read full story: Source
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02 Sep

Banking industry plays key role in India’s growth story: President Droupadi Murmu

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Banking industry plays key role in India’s growth story: President Droupadi Murmu President of India Droupadi Murmu, on Tuesday (September 2, 2025), said the Indian economy is among the world’s fastest-growing large economies, and the banking industry plays a pivotal role in its growth story. She said banks can play an important role in transforming MSMEs into the engines of growth and urged the banking sector to prioritise empowerment of farmers and the rural economy. Addressing during the 120th foundation day celebrations of the City Union Bank (CUB) in Chennai, Ms. Murmu said that by providing timely and affordable credit,…
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02 Sep

Poll body issues notice to Congress’ Pawan Khera for name in voter list of two constituencies in Delhi

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Poll body issues notice to Congress’ Pawan Khera for name in voter list of two constituencies in Delhi Poll authorities in Delhi issue notice to Congress leader Pawan Khera for getting himself registered in electoral roll of more than one constituency . The BJP alleges that Mr.Khera had two voter IDs and Rahul Gandhi was running a campaign against voter roll revision in Bihar . Read full story: Source
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02 Sep

PM e-DRIVE scheme not necessary for Tamil Nadu: Transport Minister Sivasankar

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PM e-DRIVE scheme not necessary for Tamil Nadu: Transport Minister Sivasankar Tamil Nadu Transport Minister S.S. Sivasankar said the PM Electric Drive Revolution in Innovative Vehicle Enhancement (PM e-DRIVE) scheme was not necessary for the State government to procure and operate electric buses . The Minister was addressing a press conference in the Secretariat in Chennai . Read full story: Source
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02 Sep

Bathukamma floral festivities across air, land and water to attract international attention

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Bathukamma floral festivities across air, land and water to attract international attention Telangana government intends to attract international attention to the Bathukamma - the floral festival unique to the State . It plans to hold celebration the nine-day long festival in air, on land and water . The welcome dance on flights from Delhi, Mumbai to Hyderabad would be organised from September 21-30 . Read full story: Source
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02 Sep

While rationalising the GST, the Centre must protect States’ revenue receipts, says Tamil Nadu Finance Minister Thangam Thennarasu

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While rationalising the GST, the Centre must protect States’ revenue receipts, says Tamil Nadu Finance Minister Thangam Thennarasu Finance Minister Thangam Thennarasu spoke at a press conference at the Secretariat, elaborating on the status of the DMK’s 2021 election promises . Tamil Nadu has taken up several infrastructure as well as social welfare programmes . Read full story: Source
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