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BCCI announces India squad for Women's Asia Cup; Meghna Singh, Saika Ishaque added in travelling reserves
The high-octane clash between arch-rivals India and Pakistan will be held on July 19. The top two teams from each group will qualify for the semi-finals, which are scheduled to take place on July 26. The final will take place on July 28. For the first time in the history of the tournament, eight teams will feature in the upcoming edition, which is one more than the previous competition.
Uttarakhand to give 33% reservation to women in cooperative institutions
Uttarakhand's government, led by Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami, mandated a 33% reservation for women in cooperatives covering 10 district cooperative banks, 670 multipurpose cooperative societies, the state cooperative bank, housing and construction cooperative federation, regional co-operative union, consumer cooperative federation, and Silk Federation, starting on International Cooperative Day. Minister Dhan Singh Rawat called it historic for women's empowerment.
Naidu concludes his Delhi visit; emphasises on Centre's support to develop Andhra
AP CM N Chandrababu Naidu met PM Narendra Modi to seek support for post-bifurcation challenges, emphasizing a seven-point agenda and Amaravati projects. Naidu aims to attract investors, manage the opposition YSR Congress, and link Krishna-Godavari rivers. He prioritizes a business-friendly environment and will present Andhra's opportunities at the World Economic Forum.
India's forex reserves dip by $1.71 bn to $652 bn
India's foreign exchange reserves decreased by $1.71 billion to reach $652 billion as of June 28, according to data released by the Reserve Bank of India (RBI). The previous week had seen an increase in reserves by $816 million to $653.7 billion as of June 21.
Federal Reserve minutes: Inflation is cooling, but more evidence is needed for rate cuts
The minutes of the Fed’s June 11-12 meeting, released Wednesday, showed that the policymakers saw several factors that could further ease inflation in the coming months. These factors included the slower growth of wages, which reduces pressure on companies to raise prices to cover their labor costs.
Reservation Row: Congress's Jairam Ramesh questions JDU’s silence on caste census and reservation
New Delhi, June 30 (ANI): Speaking on reservation, Congress Leader Jairam Ramesh said that the 50 per cent ceiling is not mentioned in the constitution, but it is in the verdicts of the courts. He said that Congress want caste census to be held country ...
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Parliament should pass law on reservations to exceed 50% cap: Congress
The Congress Party called for a law enabling reservation quotas to exceed the 50% cap, aligning with JD(U)'s demand to include Bihar's increased quotas in the Constitution's 9th Schedule. This follows a Patna High Court ruling striking down Bihar's attempt to raise quotas for SCs, STs, and OBCs to 65%.
Interviewers don't have access to candidate's quota info: UP Govt
The govt's replay came after Apna Dal (S) chief Anupriya Patel alleged bias against backward, scheduled caste (SC) and scheduled tribe (ST) aspirants. The state government further said that if aspirants belonging to any category do not get the average qualification marks, then the commission does not have the right to change the unfilled vacancies into a different category and that these vacancies are "carried forward".
India's forex reserves rise by $816 million to $653.7 bn as on June 21
India's forex reserves increased by $816 million to $653.7 billion as of June 21, compared to a previous contraction of $2.92 billion to $652.9 billion. Foreign currency assets decreased by $106 million to $574.1 billion. Gold reserves rose by $988 million to $56.95 billion, while SDRs fell by $57 million to $18.04 billion.
"President's address is actually the speech of the government," says Akhilesh Yadav
Samajwadi Party chief Akhilesh Yadav responded to the President's Address to the joint session of Parliament, noting it as a traditional representation of the government's views. He emphasized the significance of the speech as reflecting the government's stance. Meanwhile, Congress MP Pramod Tiwari criticized the government, describing it as tired and lacking willpower, with nothing new to offer for the nation's benefit. Congress leader Imran Masood echoed similar sentiments, alleging that the address was predetermined amidst what he termed as a situation akin to an emergency.
Nagaland local body elections see 80% voter turnout despite ENPO boycott call
State Election Commissioner (SEC) T. John Longkumer reported that no votes were cast in the six eastern Nagaland districts due to the boycott call by the ENPO. Longkumer stated, "Earlier 79 candidates from these six districts filed their nominations, but they later withdrew their candidatures. No candidate is contesting in the town councils in eastern Nagaland, where ENPO gave a vote boycott call in support of their statehood demand for 'Frontier Nagaland Territory'."
After 20 years, Nagaland holds civic body polls, over 20% voting recorded in two hours
This was a historic election in the northeastern state as the polling to three municipalities and 22 town councils was being conducted after a gap of 20 years. The last elections were held in 2004.
Quota issue solution will be found through consensus: BJP leader Bawankule
Maharashtra BJP chief Chandrashekhar Bawankule has stated that the Mahayuti government is positive about finding a consensus solution to the reservation-related demands of the Marathas and Other Backward Classes (OBCs). This comes after activists Laxman Hake and Navnath Waghmare ended their hunger strike following a meeting with a government delegation. The government's stand is that the Maratha community should receive reservation without affecting the existing OBC quota, aiming to avoid confrontation between the two groups.
Will Bihar govt go for immediate appeal in SC: Congress after Patna HC strikes down quota hike
The Patna High Court overturned Bihar's decision to increase reservations for Dalits, backward classes, and tribals from 50% to 65%. This move, made in November 2023, was struck down on grounds that it exceeded the 50% cap set by the Supreme Court. Congress leader Jairam Ramesh questioned whether the Bihar government would appeal to the Supreme Court and urged the NDA-led Centre to support the appeal.
Will challenge HC order scrapping increased quotas in Bihar: Deputy CM Samrat Choudhary
Bihar Deputy CM vows to challenge Patna High Court order on reservation hike from 50% to 65% in support of deprived castes. The state government plans to move to the Supreme Court after consulting legal experts.
Jarange's demand for specific term in Maratha quota notification won't pass legal test: Minister
Maharashtra minister Girish Mahajan stated that quota activist Maroj Jarange's demand to include the term "sage soyare" in the Maratha reservation notification is unlikely to withstand legal scrutiny. The term, meaning relations through birth and marriage, faces legal challenges. Mahajan mentioned this in Pune on Wednesday.
Diversifying Forex Reserves: RBI bought gold sold securities in April
The value of India’s – essentially the Reserve Bank of India’s – US treasury securities dipped $ 7.1 billion in April to take the value of outstanding US treasury securities’ exposure to $233.5 billion, according to the data released by the US treasury department late on Tuesday.
Maratha quota: Manoj Jarange suspends indefinite fast; gives 1 month to govt to accept community's demands
Addressing people at the protest site, Jarange said, "We are giving a month's time to the government to fulfil the demands of the Maratha community. But we will also go ahead with our preparations for the upcoming assembly elections. If the government doesn't provide reservation to us, we will go and take it."
Manoj Jarange claims Marathas assaulted for not voting for BJP in Beed LS seat; demands action
Maratha reservation activist Manoj Jarange urged Maharashtra Home Minister to take action against those attacking Marathas for not voting for BJP candidate in Beed. Jarange's indefinite fast in Antarwali Sarathi village demands recognition of Kunbis as Marathas for quota benefits. He advised Marathas to focus on farming and urged youth to maintain peace.
India's forex reserves at record $651 billion
India's foreign exchange reserves reached a record $651.5 billion as of May 31, 2024, bolstered by robust services exports and strong remittances. RBI Governor Shaktikanta Das highlighted the resilience of India's external sector. The rise in global capability centers and consistent foreign portfolio investments have also strengthened the economy's external financing position.
Delhi HC reserves order on AAP's plea for allotment of space for party offices
The Delhi High Court has reserved its order on a plea by the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) seeking office space from the Centre. A decision is expected on June 5 to temporarily accommodate the party until proper land allocation can be made. The hearing on land allotment is set for July 10. AAP argues for fair treatment as a recognised national party and is seeking a level playing field for office premises in New Delhi.
BJP slams Rahul, Mamata over reservation issue; accuses INDIA bloc of appeasement politics
BJP leader Shivraj Singh Chouhan accused Rahul Gandhi and Congress of being aligned against lower castes, emphasizing the need for change.
NCBC wants West Bengal, Punjab to raise OBC reservations as quota limit remains unused
NCBC advises West Bengal and Punjab to enhance OBC quota within 50% limit for SCs/STs and OBCs in govt jobs and education, following Supreme Court cap amid BJP-Opposition clash over quotas. NCBC chairman Hansraj Ahir urges compliance from the states, emphasizing the need for increased OBC quota in government employment.
Delhi HC reserves order on Manish Sisodia's bail plea in excise policy case
Delhi High Court reserved order on bail plea by AAP leader Manish Sisodia in excise policy case, granting more time for CBI and ED to respond. A lower court had extended judicial custody till May 21. Sisodia has been in custody since February 26, 2023, facing allegations of irregularities in excise policy modifications leading to alleged loss of Rs 144.36 crore to the exchequer.
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