The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has significantly reduced the repo rate by 50 basis points, bringing the total cut to 1% since February, a move set to lower home loan EMIs. Experts suggest this could push home loan rates closer to sub-8%, benefiting borrowers.
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Jawaharlal Nehru University (JNU) has decided to replace 'Kulpati' with 'Kulguru' for its vice-chancellor on degree certificates and academic records, a decision made during an Executive Council meeting in April. The move aims for a more inclusive and gender-neutral title, aligning with similar changes in Madhya Pradesh and Rajasthan.
A viral video captures the heartwarming meeting between Sachin Tendulkar and Aamir Khan at a special screening of 'Sitaare Zameen Par'. Aamir, engrossed in foosball, excitedly greeted Sachin upon his arrival, with the room erupting in chants of the cricket legend's name.
Trinamool Congress MP Mahua Moitra has reportedly married Biju Janata Dal leader Pinaki Misra in a private ceremony in Germany. Misra, a four-time Lok Sabha MP from Puri, Odisha, is also a Senior Advocate practicing in the Supreme Court. He first entered Parliament in 1996 and has served on key committees.
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