Startups and VC firms are seeking a simplified tax regime and measures to increase domestic capital availability in the upcoming Budget. They emphasize parity in taxation between foreign and domestic funds to attract foreign investors and foster growth for Indian AIFs.
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State Home Minister Vangalapudi Anitha urged 394 newly inducted sub inspectors, including 97 women, to work towards a crime-free Andhra Pradesh during a passing out parade in Anantapur. She emphasized prompt case resolution, women's and children's safety, and strict action against narcotics. The event saw participation from State DGP Harish Kumar Gupta and other officials.
Around 200 encroachers, allegedly of Bangladeshi origin, attacked members of the Lucknow municipal corporation near Shubh Marriage Lawn in Indiranagar on Sunday. The assault forced the team, led by supervisor Meenakshi and food inspector Vijeta Dwivedi, to retreat. Subsequent to the incident, LMC demolished approximately 50 illegal huts near Indiranagar police station.
In Luna village, painted storks are valued highly by the residents, who have significantly reduced their kite flying activities during Uttarayan to protect the birds. Awareness programs and vigilance have fostered a strong bond between villagers and storks, ensuring the birds' safety and curbing hunting practices.
Police in Dibrugarh foiled a terrorist attack planned by Ulfa-I on Oil India Limited installations during Republic Day celebrations by arresting three operatives and seizing explosives and weapons. Raids led to the arrests of Bitupan Gogoi, Bolin Gogoi, and Bharat Hazarika, as well as the recovery of a pistol, ammunition, an IED, phones, and cash.
Swami Ananta Giri, formerly a perfume-maker, turned to spirituality after her husband's drug addiction challenged her life. Guided by Mahamandaleshwar Swami Charanashrit Giri, she embraced Shri Vidya Sadhana and now helps thousands overcome substance abuse. Through Swar Yoga Peeth in Rishikesh, she uses Gayatri Mantra, Agnihotra, and Swar Vigyan to empower youth, inspired by UP CM Yogi Adityanath.
Residents of Kolkata experienced moderate tremors measuring 5.1 on the Richter scale early Tuesday morning, originating from the Bay of Bengal. The quake, at a depth of 91 km, caused no reported damage or injuries but created momentary panic among the inhabitants.
The BJP has accused Karnataka deputy chief minister DK Shivakumar of mistreating women at a Congress event. A video shared on social media shows Shivakumar pushing and making aggressive gestures toward female workers. BJP leaders Amit Malviya and Vishnu Vardhan Reddy criticized Congress, labeling the incident as "shameful" and questioning the party's stance on women's empowerment.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi emphasized the importance of the youth in transforming India into a developed nation, highlighting Swami Vivekananda's faith in the younger generation. Speaking on National Youth Day, Modi underscored ambitious goals, including achieving 20% ethanol blending by 2030 and hosting the Olympics. He called for active citizen involvement in realizing the vision of 'Viksit Bharat.'
Actor Chiranjeevi's remarks about preferring a grandson to carry forward his family legacy have sparked outrage for promoting gender bias and son preference. Political figures and activists have condemned his comments as sexist and reflective of patriarchal beliefs, urging him to withdraw his statement and apologize for reinforcing harmful son preference cultures.