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data: Number of school-going children on decline in India

New Delhi, Aug. 4 -- In June, the Uttar Pradesh government decided to merge some government schools in the state. The move triggered criticism from the opposition and also challenges intuitive reasoni... Read More


police station blighted by waterlogging

New Delhi, Aug. 4 -- For the past seven months, police personnel of the Khajuri Khas police station have taken to a strange ritual: taking off their shoes, holding them in their hands, stepping on a c... Read More


Israel minister prays at sensitive holy site

India, Aug. 4 -- A far-right Israeli minister visited and prayed at Jerusalem's most sensitive holy site on Sunday, triggering regional condemnation and fears that the provocative move could further e... Read More


Profiteering worries cast a cloud over GST cuts

new delhi, Aug. 4 -- The spectre of profiteering is holding back a new round of tax cuts, as the federal council for indirect taxes fears businesses will pocket the savings instead of passing them on.... Read More


Lenskart enters smaller towns as IPO nears

Mumbai, Aug. 4 -- Lenskart, the country's largest eyewear retailer, is doubling down on physical stores in smaller cities and towns as it prepares for a public listing-betting on lower rents, untapped... Read More


Oil marketers tap US LPG cos for supplies from '26

new delhi, Aug. 4 -- India's state-run oil marketers are in joint discussions with US firms to secure cooking gas supplies beginning next year, three people aware of the development said, indicating a... Read More


Soon, climate finance taxonomy to be released

New Delhi, Aug. 4 -- India will launch its own system this month to identify which investments qualify as climate finance, said two people familiar with the matter, providing vital clarity to mobilize... Read More


Antim makes the cut for worlds, eyes second medal

New Delhi, Aug. 4 -- Antim Panghal cruised through the selection trials to confirm her spot at the Wrestling World Championships, scheduled to take place in Zagreb, Croatia from September 13 to 21. Th... Read More


Dhull lights up DPL with 56-ball century

New Delhi, Aug. 4 -- Yash Dhull lit up Delhi Premier League Season 2 with a sensational century to guide Central Delhi Kings to a commanding 8-wicket victory over North Delhi Strikers on Sunday. Chasi... Read More


CISF strength to reach 220K as govt approves 30% increase

New Delhi, Aug. 4 -- The Centre has approved a significant increase of over 30% in the strength of the Central Industrial Security Force (CISF), raising its total sanctioned personnel to 220,000, offi... Read More