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BJP task force to study debacle in Uttar Pradesh, take candidates' feedback
Non-cooperation from state government employees to the sitting MPs, party workers working against them, and the false narrative that the Constitution would be changed were among the prominent reasons cited by the BJP's Lok Sabha candidates of Uttar Pradesh for the party's poor performance in their respective seats, sources said.
CBDT brings new update in income tax AIS; now you can check the status of correction request; Here's how it works
Annual Information Statement (AIS): The Central Board of Direct Taxes (CBDT) has updated the functionality of AIS which can be found on the compliance portal. Now after you put in a correction request, you will be able to see whether the reporting source took any action at all. CBDT says this makes the system more transparent.
Unified GCC visa: Middle East’s multi-nation travel permit to be rolled out this year
The Saudi Tourism Authority has said the imminent introduction of the Unified GCC visa, permitting travellers to explore all six Gulf nations for more than 30 days, is scheduled for implementation by year's end. This initiative, introduced by the UAE Minister of Economy at the Arabian Travel Market, seeks to stimulate tourism and streamline travel throughout the GCC region. Comprising Bahrain, Kuwait, Oman, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, and the United Arab Emirates, the Gulf Cooperation Council is actively participating in this endeavour.
Gulf's version of the Schengen visa to be called 'GCC Grand Tours', open up access to six countries
The GCC Grand Tours unified tourist visa aims to boost tourism by simplifying travel across Gulf countries, with an estimated 128.7 million visitors by 2030, enhancing the regional economy and cultural exchange opportunities.
Pack a punch before we get fab at chips
Tatas could make up for India's initial missteps over semiconductor manufacturing. GoI rolled out incentives for chip-making when the need to diversify this concentrated value chain became evident to policymakers globally.
H-1B visa registrations begin, here’s all you need to know
The H-1B visa registration for fiscal year 2025 opened on March 6, following a major overhaul of the lottery system announced by the US federal agency in January. The White House Press Secretary emphasized President Biden's commitment to addressing issues within the legal immigration system, including the H-1B visa process and green card application backlog.
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Cong's alliance panel takes feedback from state units, will apprise leadership on tie-ups soon
The Congress' National Alliance Committee, set up to facilitate seat-sharing talks with INDIA bloc allies, held a slew of meetings over Friday and Saturday with state units to get their feedback on tie-ups and would apprise the leadership of the ground situation after a couple of days.
Google now lets users leave & read 'Notes' on web searches in India
Accessed through the Search Labs initiative, 'Notes' aims to add a human touch to search, enabling users to share knowledge and opinions on various topics.
Blinken warns Iran that US will respond 'decisively' to any attack
US Secretary of State Antony Blinken has warned Iran that the US will respond decisively to any attack by its proxies. Blinken made the statement during a UN Security Council session, expressing support for Israel's right to self-defense. The US has accused Iran of assisting in attacks on US forces in Iraq, and Iran's support for Hamas and Hezbollah has further strained tensions.
The United States is planning an H-1B system overhaul to boost efficiency
The Biden administration plans to introduce changes to the H-1B foreign worker program to enhance efficiency while maintaining the annual cap of 60,000 visas. The adjustments aim to streamline eligibility criteria and offer more flexibility to F-1 students, entrepreneurs, and nonprofit employees. The Department of Homeland Security is seeking public input to improve program efficiency and integrity. The proposed rules aim to modify the H-1B registration selection process, provide clarity on specialty occupation positions, extend exemptions for certain entities, and introduce new eligibility requirements.
Netflix’s November 2023 Line-up: See the complete list of movies and shows
Netflix subscribers can look forward to a wide variety of content arriving next month (November 2023), from movies and series to documentaries and more.
Victoria's Secret: Is being 'woke' not working for the brand?
Victoria's Secret is reportedly shifting away from its recent feminist rebranding efforts and returning to its roots. The brand's inclusive initiatives, such as featuring LGBTQ advocates and bidding farewell to the "Angels" supermodels, have failed to boost sales. In an effort to reverse the decline, Victoria's Secret plans to blend its signature allure with a more inclusive approach.
Review of digital banking units' progress soon
The government wants lenders to use DBUs to push its latest schemes, including PM Vishwakarma, where it offers collateral-free loans at concessional rates to artisans and craftsmen. "The Reserve Bank of India has also asked banks to submit feedback on DBUs. We will be working together with all stakeholders to further push the use of DBUs in digital financial inclusion," said an official aware of the developments, adding that there are almost 100 DBUs functioning all across the country.
The Yin and Yang of Success: How Product and Project Management Collaborate
The collaboration between product management and project management is essential for success in today's business world. Product management focuses on the creative side, including defining the product vision, strategy, and customer needs.
Mastering Strategic Product Portfolio Management: A Guide for Senior Leaders
Strategic product portfolio management is crucial for senior leaders to drive growth and success in today's business environment. It involves making strategic decisions about which products to develop, maintain, improve, or retire based on business objectives and market dynamics. Effective portfolio management optimizes resources, mitigates risks, fosters innovation, enhances market responsiveness, and increases profitability.
Will fight Rajasthan polls unitedly, high command will decide who will lead next govt after elections: Sachin Pilot
Sachin Pilot, a Congress leader, has stated that the party will fight the Rajasthan assembly polls united and that the decision on who will lead the government will be made by the high command after consultations with elected MLAs. Pilot expressed confidence that the Congress would defeat the BJP and form the government again.
Sebi allows OFS for units of private listed InvITs via stock exchange mechanism
India's capital markets regulator, Sebi, has approved Offer For Sale (OFS) for private-listed Infrastructure Investment Trusts (InvITs) through a stock exchange mechanism. InvITs offer investors opportunities to invest in infrastructure projects and provide risks diversification through pooling arrangements.
Uttar Pradesh's opposition units raise concerns
Though it is still early, state units of Congress and Rashtriya Lok Dal (RLD) - allies of the Samajwadi Party (SP) have started expressing their reservations regarding working with the party as part of the opposition unity being forged for the 2024 polls.
RSS steps up outreach among lawyers, to set up district units
A team of lawyers ideologically associated with the Sangh will be set up to carry out outreach activity among lawyers, especially judiciary to apprise about the organisation and its commitments towards the society, they said. A full-time organisation structure will also be strengthened at the district level. An in-house group of lawyers will be assembled under the group 'Litigation' that will take care of all the cases related to the Sangh, its leaders and issues closer to its ideology like in the case of Ram temple.
RSS steps up outreach among lawyers, to set up district units
An in-house group will also be formed which will take care of litigation issues related to the Sangh and its ideology, sources said. According to the blueprint prepared for expanding the work of the ABAP, five new groups will be set up under it which include - outreach, organisation, litigation, think tank, international conventions and social issues.
Now pay zero for first 100 units of electricity in Rajasthan
Ahead of the Assembly election later this year, Chief Minister Ashok Gehlot announced 100 units of free electricity per month to all power subscribers -- domestic or commercial.
CBI registers fresh case against Manish Sisodia over alleged irregularities in Delhi 'Feedback Unit'
The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) on Thursday registered a fresh corruption case against former Delhi deputy chief minister Manish Sisodia and others over alleged irregularities in Delhi government's 'Feedback Unit'.
Public feedback invited for fact check by PIB to strengthen due diligence under IT Rules: MoS IT
In a written reply to the Rajya Sabha, Minister of state for electronics and IT Rajeev Chandrasekhar said with the expansion of the Internet and more and more Indians coming online, the number of Indians exposed to false and untrue or misleading information available on the Internet has also grown.
Delhi BJP demands Manish Sisodia's removal over AAP's 'snooping' on politicians
BJP staged a protest near Delhi Secretariat on Thursday, demanding the removal of Deputy Chief Minister Manish Sisodia from his post over the alleged "snooping" on politicians by AAP's Feedback Unit, or FBU, created after it came to power in 2015.
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