India plans to highlight its concerns over the European Union's proposed Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM) during Ursula von der Leyen's visit. The CBAM, set to be implemented next year, will impose a border tax on carbon-intensive goods, potentially impacting India's trade, particularly affecting small and medium-sized businesses in sectors like steel and aluminium.
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Arvind Kejriwal responded strongly to Rahul Gandhi's criticisms during a poll rally in Delhi, emphasizing their differing goals. While Rahul accused Kejriwal of failing to tackle issues like pollution and corruption, Kejriwal refrained from commenting on Rahul's remarks, focusing instead on his commitment to the country's welfare. Both parties will contest the upcoming Delhi elections separately.
Fourteen toll collection agencies are banned for two years for irregularities in highway-user fee collection, with performance securities of over Rs 100 crore forfeited. The NHAI plans to implement AI-powered audit cameras and a variable UPI payment system to curb toll fraud and ensure accurate transactions.
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India is set to shift from GPS-based time determination to using its own NavIC system for precise time dissemination. The initiative aims to ensure 'one nation, one time' by relying on atomic clocks across regional centres, reducing dependence on foreign systems and enhancing national security.
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A viral video shows rural women at Bihar’s Buxar railway station claiming Prime Minister Narendra Modi allowed them to travel ticketless to Prayagraj Maha Kumbh. Danapur railway official Jayant Kumar corrected them, insisting tickets were mandatory. The ongoing pilgrimage has caused an unexpected rush, contributing to a recent stampede in New Delhi that killed 18 people. Over 50 crore devotees have visited Prayagraj, with Maha Kumbh ending on February 26.
Bangladesh's foreign ministry summoned Indian high commissioner Pranay Verma to address concerns over BSF's unauthorized construction of barbed wire fencing along the border, causing tensions. Bangladesh also raised issues of border killings and urged India to stop such incidents and ensure enquiries and actions against those responsible.
Haryana Police set up a special investigation team to probe Congress worker Himani Narwal's murder after her body was found in a suitcase in Rohtak. Former chief minister Hooda and Congress leaders urged for swift justice. Concerns rise over increasing crimes in Haryana, particularly against women. Hooda called for severe punishment, regardless of the culprits' affiliations.