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The government is likely to introduce measures to enhance financial support for exporters and small businesses in the upcoming Budget. This includes options like collateral-free lending and a pending interest equalisation scheme. The aim is to alleviate financial challenges faced by these sectors, which are crucial for economic activity and employment generation.
A Pocso court in Kolkata sentenced a 34-year-old man to death for raping a seven-month-old infant, in a swift 80-day judicial process. The judge deemed the case 'rarest of rare' and awarded Rs 10 lakh compensation to the survivor, emphasizing lifelong mental anguish despite physical recovery.
Senior BJP leader Harjit Singh Grewal commended Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann for removing agitating farmers from key borders, praising his administrative capabilities. In contrast, other BJP leaders like Ravneet Singh Bittu and SAD members criticized Mann, accusing him of betraying farmers and acting under political pressure from Delhi, calling for the immediate release of arrested farm leaders.
At least 18 people were killed and several injured in a stampede at New Delhi Railway Station on Saturday night. Eyewitnesses recounted the chaotic scene as a massive crowd gathered on platforms 14 and 15 for trains to Prayagraj, resulting in the deadly incident. Personnel from the administration and NDRF struggled to control the situation amidst the overwhelming crowd.
With the financial year ending soon, many rush to maximize tax-saving investments. Among the options, Tax-Saving Fixed Deposits (FDs) offer secure returns and tax benefits under Section 80C. However, these deposits have a five-year lock-in period and their interest income is taxable.
Union Home Minister Amit Shah praised the CRPF for significantly curbing Naxal influence, confining them to a few districts and aiming to eliminate Naxalism by March 2026. He highlighted the crucial role of the CoBRA battalion in this effort, noting a 70% reduction in violence due to CRPF's presence.
Multan Sultans, a team in the Pakistan Super League, has launched a charitable campaign to support Palestinian charities. The team pledges to donate Rs 100,000 for every six hit and every wicket taken by their players during the PSL season. The league commenced with exciting matches, including Quetta Gladiators' victory and Karachi Kings' successful pursuit of Multan Sultans' score.
A 78-year-old woman, Rajbala Devi, died in Achharonda village after accidentally consuming acid, mistaking it for water. She had been suffering from depression following her husband's death. The incident occurred on Thursday, and while no FIR has been filed, the police are investigating the presence of the acid bottle in her home.
The Enforcement Directorate has filed a chargesheet against Sonia Gandhi, Rahul Gandhi, and others in the National Herald money laundering case, alleging proceeds of crime worth Rs 5,000 crore. A special court has scheduled a hearing for April 25 to consider the chargesheet, marking a significant development in the case.