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According to the notification, “The previous proviso under Rule 26(a), which allowed small pan masala packs to avoid certain declarations, has now been withdrawn with the insertion of a new proviso specific to pan masala.”

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The Supreme Court&nbsp;took suo motu cognisance of a complaint made to the top court by an elderly couple who had been cheated out of their life savings through a digital&nbsp;arrest scam last week.

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“We are awaiting inputs from field formations by the end of this month. We cannot have knee-jerk reactions to fresh reforms; they need time to settle,” a government source said.

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The new visa fee is expected to affect US companies heavily reliant on Indian professionals in specialised, high-skilled tech roles.&nbsp;

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The Online gaming Bill 2025,&nbsp;aims to promote and regulate esports, educational, and social games, while completely prohibiting the offering, operation, facilitation, advertisement, promotion, and participation in online money games.&nbsp;

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The TTDF Scheme was launched on October 1, 2022 to fund Research and Development (R&amp;D) and innovation in telecom technologies, fostering collaboration between academia, start-ups, MSMEs, research institutes, and industry to enhance the telecom ecosystem in India, Dr.&nbsp;Pemmasani&nbsp;Chandra Sekhar, Minister of State of Communications and Rural Development, said in a written reply in Lok Sabha.

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The devices can mislead consumers regarding their legal position and interfere with critical communication networks, including those used by law enforcement and emergency services, said the Ministry.

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Centre issues norms to curb illegal sale of radio equipment on E-com sites

As per the amendment, individuals born after October 1, 2023, must provide a birth certificate issued by authorized bodies as the sole proof of date of birth.

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According to government data released on February 14, 2025, the year-on-year inflation rate based on the All India Consumer Price Index (CPI) for January 2025 stood at 4.31 per cent—91 basis points lower than December 2024 and the lowest since August 2024.

Centre ramps up vigilance on essential goods' prices ahead of festive season, high-level meeting likely next week

The ADM Type-1 rockets are equipped with specialised warheads designed to deliver sub-munitions over a large area, targeting enemy mechanised forces, vehicles, and personnel, thus denying access to specific areas.

India's defence modernisation gets boost with Rs 10,147 crore rocket procurement deals

The proposal is part of the Union Budget for 2025-26 presented in the Parliament on Saturday.

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The Centre has extended the soybean procurement deadline in Maharashtra to January 31, and in Rajasthan to February 4, following requests from state governments, Agriculture Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan said on Monday.

Centre extended soybean procurement deadline in maharashtra rajasthan

The Centre has facilitated refunds exceeding Rs 1 crore for UPSC Civil Services, IIT, and medical entrance aspirants attending various coaching institutes.

Rs 1 Crore Refunds for Aspirants

Ernst &amp; Young (EY) has come under fire after a letter from a grieving mother went viral, alleging that her 26-year-old daughter died from "overwork" just four months after joining the consulting firm. In response, EY has committed to enhancing the health and well-being of its employees, promising efforts to create a healthier work environment.

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New sectors such as toys, furniture, and apparel will soon be included under the PLI scheme due to their significant job creation potential. Additionally, the government may broaden the PLI scheme for man-made fiber (MMF) and technical textiles to incorporate certain cotton-based apparel, with announcements expected in the forthcoming budget.

Centre plans overhaul of PLI schemes to boost MSME sector

Uttar Pradesh got the highest amount at Rs 25,069.88 crore, followed by Bihar at Rs 14,056.12 crore. Madhya Pradesh is third with Rs 10,970.44 crore and West Bengal fourth at Rs 10,513.46 crore.

Centre releases Rs 1.39 lakh crore as tax devolution to states to boost development

&nbsp;The apex court registry termed the plea of&nbsp;the government as “misconceived” and an attempt to seek a review of the judgement in&nbsp;the guise of seeking clarification.

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This financial sanction will pave the way for crucial infrastructure projects, including the construction of a science building at MBB College and a women's hostel at Gandatwisa Government Degree College.

Centre allocates Rs 81.75 crore for education, health infrastructure in Tripura

Chopra said sugar prices are among the cheapest in India in the world at Rs 44 per kg, however curbs on sugar exports are to remain in place beyond the deadline of October 31, to ensure its domestic availability and to keep its prices under check.

Food prices to remain stable during festive season: Centre

The Centre has asked states to formulate logistics policy as it would help promote ease of doing business.

Centre asks states to formulate logistics policy

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According to the notification, “The previous proviso under Rule 26(a), which allowed small pan masala packs to avoid certain declarations, has now been withdrawn with the insertion of a new proviso specific to pan masala.”

The Supreme Court took suo motu cognisance of a complaint made to the top court by an elderly couple who had been cheated out of their life savings through a digital arrest scam last week.

“We are awaiting inputs from field formations by the end of this month. We cannot have knee-jerk reactions to fresh reforms; they need time to settle,” a government source said.

The new visa fee is expected to affect US companies heavily reliant on Indian professionals in specialised, high-skilled tech roles. 

The Online gaming Bill 2025, aims to promote and regulate esports, educational, and social games, while completely prohibiting the offering, operation, facilitation, advertisement, promotion, and participation in online money games. 

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