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KMC to levy development fees on houses on kaccha roads

Kolkata, Sept. 5 -- The Kolkata Municipal Corporation (KMC) has introduced a new rule making it mandatory for home-builders along kaccha roads and 'common passages' to pay a one-time development fee w... Read More


State action in land leases must meet Article 14 test, says Calcutta High Court

Kolkata, Sept. 5 -- The Calcutta High Court has held that even in matters arising out of contractual obligations, the conduct of a public authority must satisfy the test of Article 14 of the Constitut... Read More


Palestinian death toll passes 64,000, health officials say, as Israel and Hamas dig in on demands

New Delhi, Sept. 5 -- More than 64,000 Palestinians have been killed in the nearly two-year war in the Gaza Strip, local health officials said Thursday, as Hamas and Israel reiterated their incompatib... Read More


6 must-have orthopaedic pillows for ultimate comfort

New Delhi, Sept. 5 -- Do you often wake up with a crick in your neck or constant aches that make your day uncomfortable? While several reasons can lead to severe neck pain, using a low-quality pillow ... Read More


'Arms smuggling': STF seals licensed gun shop, three of its owners arrested

Kolkata, Sept. 5 -- The Special Task Force (STF) of the state police sealed a licenced gun shop and arrested three of its owners for alleged arms smuggling on Thursday evening. Last month, about 14 f... Read More


India's Tax Reforms: A bold counterstrike to US tariffs and a big push for Atmanirbhar Bharat

India, Sept. 5 -- When the United States raised tariffs on Indian exports this year, many feared a slowdown for Asia's third-largest economy. Instead of retreating, India responded with a sweeping tax... Read More


President Murmu expresses anguish as monsoon fury leaves trail of 'death and destruction' across north India

New Delhi, Sept. 5 -- President Droupadi Murmu on Friday expressed deep anguish over the devastation caused by heavy rains, cloudbursts and floods across north India, saying the monsoon fury has left ... Read More


India's first-ever 5150 Triathlon launched in Chennai

Chennai, Sept. 5 -- Deputy Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu Udhayanidhi Stalin marked a milestone in Indian endurance sports today with the launch of the country's first-ever 5150 Triathlon Chennai. under... Read More


Masala bonds explained: Definition, features and benefits for issuers and global investors seeking rupee exposure

New Delhi, Sept. 5 -- Masala bonds are vibrant yet powerful, innovative tools that help blend Indian investment opportunities with global capital. First introduced in 2014 through the International Fi... Read More


DMK MP Tiruchi Siva hails TN CM Stalin's Oxford speech, calls him 'torchbearer' of Dravidian movement

Chennai, Sept. 5 -- DMK Rajya Sabha MP Tiruchi Siva lauded Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin's speech at the University of Oxford, describing him as the "torchbearer" of the Dravidian movement throu... Read More