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RBI MPC to take call on policy action once 'slow-walking' inflation hits 4 per cent target durably
RBI MPC 2024: Shaktikanta Das, the Governor of the Reserve Bank of India (RBI), has reaffirmed the central bank's commitment to controlling inflation. In a statement on Friday, he emphasised that the Monetary Policy Committee's (MPC) goal is not only to achieve the 4 per cent inflation target but to maintain it steadily.
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RBI MPC retains repo rate at 6.5 per cent for 8th time in a row; GDP forecast hiked, inflation unchanged
RBI MPC Meet 2024: The Reserve Bank of India, under the guidance of the Monetary Policy Committee (MPC), maintained the repo rate at 6.5 per cent for the eighth consecutive time. The announcement was made by RBI governor Shaktikanta Das following the conclusion of a three-day meeting that began on June 5.
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BJP filling Hindutva void created by Jayalalithaa's demise: Annamalai
The IPS officer-turned-politician said he will not let the BJP play second fiddle to any political party in Tamil Nadu, where there is a great scope for his party to fill the void created by the AIADMK's "drifting away" from the Hindutva ideology after Jayalalithaa's passing.
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If choice is between Narendra Modi & Rahul Gandhi, I have no doubt people will opt for Modi: Swaminathan Aiyar
Swaminathan Aiyar analyzes the critical role of Mr Modi for BJP's success, the impact of historical events on inflation, challenges in the employment sector, the communalization of reservation issues, and the government's technological initiatives for growth amid public perception challenges. Aiyar says: "Our real problem is that we are producing millions of school and college graduates who are unemployable."
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"Laalten ka yug jaa chuka hai ab LED ka yug hai": Rajnath Singh takes jibe at RJD in Bihar
"Navratri time is going on, and the leader of Bihar is shown eating fish. You can eat elephants, eat horses, and eat whatever food you want; why show it to the world? Who has given you the right to hurt people's sentiments? arrogance to this extent? Even during our Ramayana period, we have seen what is the fate of those who develop ego," he said.
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'What are you trying to prove?': BJP's Rajnath Singh slams Tejashwi Yadav for eating fish during Navratri
Speaking at an election rally in Bihar's Jamui district, Rajnath Singh, without directly mentioning Tejashwi's name, remarked, "You may eat fish, pig, or an elephant. But what is the point you are trying to prove by making a show of your act when people are observing austerities," TOI quoted Singh as saying.
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I see a resurgence of BJP in South India, Bengal in the coming election: Piyush Goyal
Piyush Goyal discusses election challenges, BJP's strategy, and corruption allegations. Emphasizes adherence to legal processes, ideological roots, and party membership criteria. Highlights BJP's outreach in South India for the upcoming elections. Goyal says BJP expects to get even more than 35 seats from Bengal "I think Bengal is going to be a big surprise."
View: Sebi & RBI's hyperactivity catches market by surprise; but it's for restoring credibility
Recent hyperactivity at India’s banking regulator and securities watchdog surprises the market. Commercial lenders are accused of concealing bad loans, while investment banks under scrutiny for pushing IPOs past the line using mule accounts. Fintech firms in Bengaluru and traditional finance industry in Mumbai are feeling the regulatory pressure.
PM Modi enjoys elephant safari in Assam's Kaziranga. See pics
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday enjoyed elephant and jeep safaris in the Kaziranga National Park and Tiger Reserve in Assam, an official said.
Modi's day out in Kaziranga: In jungle fatigue PM rides elephant, goes for jeep safari
Prime Minister Narendra Modi visited Kaziranga National Park and Tiger Reserve in Assam, enjoying elephant and jeep safaris. He witnessed a tiger and one-horned rhinoceros, and will inaugurate the 125-ft high Statue of Valour and projects worth Rs 18,000 crore in Jorhat.
PM Modi visits Kaziranga National Park in Assam
Prime Minister Narendra Modi took elephant and jeep safari in Assam's Kaziranga National Park. He inaugurated the 125-ft high 'Statue of Valour' and laid foundation stones of projects worth Rs 18,000 crore. He also addressed a public meeting during his two-day visit.
PM Modi to unveil projects worth Rs 18,000cr in Assam: Himanta
Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to inaugurate and lay the foundation stones for projects valued at around Rs 18,000 crore during a two-day visit to Assam starting March 9. The projects span state and central initiatives, with the PM scheduled to visit the UNESCO heritage site Kaziranga National Park and undertake a safari, marking his first visit to the world heritage site.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi to stay at Kaziranga National Park during his two-day visit to Assam
Prime Minister Narendra Modi will stay at Kaziranga National Park during his visit to Assam. He will take a jungle safari and participate in scheduled events in Jorhat. Assam Forest and Environment Minister Chandra Mohan Patowary visited the park to finalize arrangements. The authorities have made arrangements for both jeep and elephant safaris.
Reliance signs partnership with Sri Lanka-based beverage maker Elephant House
Reliance Consumer Products has partnered with Elephant House, a Sri Lankan beverage maker, to manufacture, market, distribute, and sell Elephant House brand beverages in India. Owned by Ceylon Cold Stores, a subsidiary of John Keells Holdings, Elephant House produces various beverages. Reliance Consumer Products aims to compete with regional brands using Elephant House's portfolio.
Reliance partners with Sri Lanka's Elephant House to intensify fight against Coke & Pepsi
Reliance Elephant House Deal: Reliance's FMCG arm, RCPL, has partnered with Elephant House, owned by Ceylon Cold Stores PLC, to introduce a range of beverages in India, expanding its diverse FMCG portfolio.
Abu Dhabi's first Hindu stone temple to open for public on March 1
The first Hindu stone temple in Abu Dhabi, inaugurated by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, will open to the public from March 1. Built by BAPS on a 27-acre site in Abu Dhabi, the temple is constructed in the Nagara style of architecture and is the largest Hindu Mandir in the Gulf.
"White elephant just before the elections..." RJD MP Manoj Jha on white paper on UPA's 'economic mismanagement'
Rajya Sabha MP and Rashtriya Janata Dal leader Manoj Jha criticized the government's plan to table a White Paper on the economic mismanagement of the UPA government, calling it a "white elephant" and implying it's politically motivated ahead of the elections. The government intends to extend the ongoing budget session to present the White Paper, which compares the economic performance of the UPA and NDA governments.
Tamil Nadu: PM Modi receives blessings from Sri Ranganathaswamy Temple elephant
Tamil Nadu: In a historic moment, PM Modi made his maiden visit to the Sri Ranganathaswamy Temple in Tiruchirappalli, Tamil Nadu. Arriving in Tiruchirappalli to an enthusiastic crowd, PM Modi acknowledged the warm reception with waves and smiles. Donning a spotless 'veshti' (dhoti) and an angawastram (shawl), the Prime Minister exemplified traditional attire, reflecting respect for the cultural and religious significance of the temple.
Modi receives warm welcome in Trichy; marks first visit by a PM to Ranganathaswamy Temple
Prime Minister Narendra Modi received a warm welcome in Tiruchirappalli during his visit to the renowned Sri Ranganathaswamy Temple. The temple's priests expressed their happiness at his visit, calling it a blessed occasion. This visit is part of the Prime Minister's tour of significant temples in Tamil Nadu, where he will also attend Ramayana chanting sessions.
Prime Minister Modi visits Tamil Nadu elephant camp, interacts with 'Elephant Whisperers' couple
"What a delight to meet the wonderful Bomman and Belli, along with Bommi and Raghu (elephant calves)," he said in a tweet. Modi uploaded pictures of him being with the couple and the young elephants, with one of them being in a playful mood with the PM.
PM Modi meets Guneet Monga & Kartiki Gonsalves, hails 'brilliant' Oscar-winning 'The Elephant Whisperers' team
Monga and Gonsalves also met I&B Minister Anurag Thakur on Thursday.
Oscars 2023: PM Modi, Anand Mahindra lead congratulations as 'Naatu Naatu' & 'The Elephant Whisperers' win makes India proud
PM Modi also congratulated the entire team of 'The Elephant Whisperers' for bringing home an Oscar.
View: Welcoming back the cheetah to India
All these factors induced by human action are symbolic of just one thing — an outright domination of the natural world by man. The reintroduction of cheetah into the wild is therefore a step towards correcting an ecological wrong and moving towards fulfilling our commitment towards Mission LiFE, a mantra given to the world by Prime Minister Narendra Modi.
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