PM Narendra Modi and Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto discussed boosting cooperation in defence, trade, and maritime security. They signed five MoUs, emphasizing defence manufacturing, navigation freedom, and cybersecurity. Modi highlighted Indonesia's BRICS membership and future defence collaborations. Bilateral trade and partnerships in energy, technology, and education sectors were also priorities.
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Royal Challengers Bengaluru secured a crucial victory against Rajasthan Royals, fueled by Virat Kohli's composed seventy and Josh Hazlewood's game-changing final overs. Kohli's innings anchored Bengaluru's innings, while Hazlewood's exceptional death bowling restricted Rajasthan's chase, ultimately sealing an eleven-run win for the home side. This victory propelled Bengaluru to third place, while Rajasthan's playoff aspirations suffered a setback.
Farmers in Yavatmal, Maharashtra, have received loan recovery notices despite previous loan waiver schemes. The Yavatmal District Central Cooperative Bank has taken symbolic possession of farmland due to unreimbursed state funds for loan waivers. This situation affects farmers' mental health amid reduced crop yields and poor market rates.
Former minister Pratap Singh Khachariyawas criticized the BJP state government's allocation of Rs 100 crore for the IIFA awards event in Jaipur, calling it a misuse of taxpayers' money. Deputy chief minister Diya Kumari defended the expenditure, citing potential boosts to film tourism and employment. CM Bhajan Lal Sharma echoed the benefits for Rajasthan's global recognition and tourism sector.
Sambhal police arrested 14 men involved in a gang that exploited young women under the guise of tantric rituals for wealth. The victims, from various districts in Uttar Pradesh, were subjected to sexual exploitation. Authorities discovered videos and images of the victims. Investigations revealed the gang targeted financially vulnerable families, promising them monetary gains.
A Varanasi woman was allegedly pushed from a hotel window by her boyfriend. Priyanka Kumari suffered serious injuries. She was in Varanasi for her graduation ceremony. Her boyfriend, Furkan, kept her in the hotel against her will. He has been arrested and jailed. Priyanka is currently in the hospital.
PM Modi praised the Election Commission for ensuring fair elections and leveraging technology to empower voters. He urged citizens to vote in large numbers to strengthen democracy, mentioning National Voters’ Day and recalling the assembly's founding guardians' emphasis on unity. Modi’s remarks come amid ongoing criticism from the opposition regarding the poll body’s conduct.
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India's pharmaceutical retail market rebounded in November with double-digit growth, driven by increased demand for dermatological and cardiac medications. Respiratory issues, exacerbated by pollution, boosted Foracort sales to Rs 82 crore. Both acute and chronic medications saw 11% growth, and industry volumes rose by 3.5%. Analysts predict continued growth in 2025, fueled by price increases and new drug launches.