Need to encourage agri startups, take agrarian sector to global market for processed food through PPP mode: PM

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday said that it is time to expand the agriculture sector to a global market for processed food through public-private partnership mode. Addressing a webinar on budget provisions for the farm sector,  he stressed on a need to bring a food processing revolution. He said that the country needs post-harvest revolution or food processing revolution, and value addition in 21st century.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday said that it is time to expand the agriculture sector to a global market for processed food through public-private partnership mode. Addressing a webinar on budget provisions for the farm sector,  he stressed on a need to bring a food processing revolution. He said that the country needs post-harvest revolution or food processing revolution, and value addition in 21st century. March 01, 2021 at 12:45PM https://ift.tt/3023U0W

Miss India Delhi 2019 Mansi Sehgal joins Aam Aadmi Party

Miss India Delhi 2019 Mansi Sehgal has joined the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP). Sehgal joined the AAP on Monday in the presence of party leader Raghav Chadha. She joins the party as AAP prepares to contest elections in six states in the next two years including in Uttar Pradesh.

Miss India Delhi 2019 Mansi Sehgal has joined the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP). Sehgal joined the AAP on Monday in the presence of party leader Raghav Chadha. She joins the party as AAP prepares to contest elections in six states in the next two years including in Uttar Pradesh. March 01, 2021 at 12:05PM https://ift.tt/2NS4Q5g

Chandrababu Naidu detained at Tirupati airport while on his way to attend election campaigning

Dramatic scenes played out at the Renigunta airport near Tirupati on Monday when police blocked Telugu Desam Party (TDP) supremo N. Chandrababu Naidu from proceeding to carry out his programs. Naidu was seen arguing with senior police officers and even staging a sit-in for not been allowed to proceed further. A senior police officer sat beside Naidu and pleaded with folded hands to convince the former chief minister to refrain from his plans.

Dramatic scenes played out at the Renigunta airport near Tirupati on Monday when police blocked Telugu Desam Party (TDP) supremo N. Chandrababu Naidu from proceeding to carry out his programs. Naidu was seen arguing with senior police officers and even staging a sit-in for not been allowed to proceed further. A senior police officer sat beside Naidu and pleaded with folded hands to convince the former chief minister to refrain from his plans. March 01, 2021 at 12:24PM https://ift.tt/3b18HWE

Assam polls 2021: BJP's estranged ally Bodoland People's Front joins Congress-led Mahagathbandhan

A day after snapping ties with the ruling BJP, the Bodoland People's Front (BPF) on Sunday joined the Congress-led grand alliance to fight the Assembly polls against the saffron party with the 'Mahagathbandhan' leaders urging the other local parties to join it.

A day after snapping ties with the ruling BJP, the Bodoland People's Front (BPF) on Sunday joined the Congress-led grand alliance to fight the Assembly polls against the saffron party with the 'Mahagathbandhan' leaders urging the other local parties to join it. March 01, 2021 at 11:58AM https://ift.tt/302dYXv

SBI donates Rs 11 crore to PM CARES Fund to bolster COVID-19 vaccination drive

In order to support next phase of government’s COVID-19 vaccination drive, State Bank of India (SBI) has decided to contribute Rs 11 crore to the PM CARES Fund. 

In order to support next phase of government’s COVID-19 vaccination drive, State Bank of India (SBI) has decided to contribute Rs 11 crore to the PM CARES Fund.  March 01, 2021 at 12:21PM https://ift.tt/3bMsMit

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Uttar Pradesh News Today 01 March: पहली से पांचवीं तक स्कूल रीओपन समेत यूपी की बड़ी खबरें

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'Laga bhi di aur pata hi nahi chala', PM Modi told nurse after receiving first COVID-19 vaccine dose at AIIMS

"Laga bhi di aur pata hi nahi chala (Is it already done? I didn't even notice)," said Prime Minister Narendra Modi just after getting his first dose of COVID-19 vaccine, Bharat Biotech's Covaxin, at AIIMS Delhi on Monday. While a section of the population has been expressing reservations regarding the efficacy of the vaccine, the Prime Minister was seen calmly talking to the nurses while he received the first dose of the COVID-19 vaccine.

"Laga bhi di aur pata hi nahi chala (Is it already done? I didn't even notice)," said Prime Minister Narendra Modi just after getting his first dose of COVID-19 vaccine, Bharat Biotech's Covaxin, at AIIMS Delhi on Monday. While a section of the population has been expressing reservations regarding the efficacy of the vaccine, the Prime Minister was seen calmly talking to the nurses while he received the first dose of the COVID-19 vaccine. March 01, 2021 at 11:23AM https://ift.tt/37YT5Rv

Bengal polls 2021: BJP alleges party worker's mother thrashed by TMC supporters

The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has claimed that a party worker and his aged mother were thrashed by Trinamool Congress supporters in North 24 Parganas district of West Bengal. The BJP worker has been identified as Gopal Majumdar. He was attacked by TMC workers on on Saturday in North Dumdum in the Nimta police station area. 

The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has claimed that a party worker and his aged mother were thrashed by Trinamool Congress supporters in North 24 Parganas district of West Bengal. The BJP worker has been identified as Gopal Majumdar. He was attacked by TMC workers on on Saturday in North Dumdum in the Nimta police station area.  March 01, 2021 at 11:40AM https://ift.tt/3dV7bXP

LPG price hike: Cooking gas becomes dearer by Rs 25, to cost Rs 819 in Delhi

The price of cooking gas has been hurting common man for the past few weeks. Oil companies on Monday again hiked the LPG cylinder price by Rs 25. With the latest increase, price of a 14.2 kg LPG cylinder is Rs 819 in Delhi. 

The price of cooking gas has been hurting common man for the past few weeks. Oil companies on Monday again hiked the LPG cylinder price by Rs 25. With the latest increase, price of a 14.2 kg LPG cylinder is Rs 819 in Delhi.  March 01, 2021 at 10:37AM https://ift.tt/3kzBFji

With 15,510 new COVID cases, India's tally crosses 1.11 crore; death toll at 1,57,157

India's COVID-19 tally surpassed 1.11 crore on Monday with 15,510 new infections, while the active cases registered an increase for the fifth consecutive day and were recorded at 1,68,627, according to the Union Health Ministry data. The total coronavirus cases reached 1,11,12,241 in the country, while the death toll rose to 1,57,157 with 106 new fatalities, the data updated at 8 am on Monday showed. 

India's COVID-19 tally surpassed 1.11 crore on Monday with 15,510 new infections, while the active cases registered an increase for the fifth consecutive day and were recorded at 1,68,627, according to the Union Health Ministry data. The total coronavirus cases reached 1,11,12,241 in the country, while the death toll rose to 1,57,157 with 106 new fatalities, the data updated at 8 am on Monday showed.  March 01, 2021 at 10:20AM https://ift.tt/3b5mPyd

Sovereign Gold Bonds opens for subscription today: 6 golden reasons to invest in government-backed securities

Sovereign Gold Bonds 2020-21 (Series XII) will open for subscription from today (March 1). The issue will close on March 5. The issue price for sovereign gold bonds has been fixed at Rs 4,662 per gram.

Sovereign Gold Bonds 2020-21 (Series XII) will open for subscription from today (March 1). The issue will close on March 5. The issue price for sovereign gold bonds has been fixed at Rs 4,662 per gram. March 01, 2021 at 09:21AM https://ift.tt/2O5xsrE

Sensex surges over 500 points in early trade; Nifty tops 14,680

The BSE benchmark Sensex rebounded over 500 points in the opening session on Monday as investors cheered the domestic economy returning to growth in the October-December period after two-quarters of contraction. The 30-share gauge was trading at 49,608.97, showing a gain of 508.98 points or 1.04 per cent in the early session. While the broader NSE Nifty was trading higher by 153.15 points or 1.05 per cent at 14,682.30 in opening deals.

The BSE benchmark Sensex rebounded over 500 points in the opening session on Monday as investors cheered the domestic economy returning to growth in the October-December period after two-quarters of contraction. The 30-share gauge was trading at 49,608.97, showing a gain of 508.98 points or 1.04 per cent in the early session. While the broader NSE Nifty was trading higher by 153.15 points or 1.05 per cent at 14,682.30 in opening deals. March 01, 2021 at 10:24AM https://ift.tt/3qaoQgU

यूपी: जहरीली शराब पीने से दो लोगों की मौत, मचा कोहराम

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UPA restructuring needed, Pawar should lead alliance: Sanjay Raut

Shiv Sena leader Sanjay Raut on Sunday said there is a need to restructure the UPA, and the new alliance should be led by a senior leader like Sharad Pawar as many regional parties are not ready to work under the leadership of the Congress. The future of this alliance would depend on the sacrifice and liberality of the Congress, he said. He added that there was no National Democratic Alliance (NDA) left in the country as its allies have quit it, but similarly, the existence of the United Progressive Alliance (UPA) is not visible as it has very few parties now. 

Shiv Sena leader Sanjay Raut on Sunday said there is a need to restructure the UPA, and the new alliance should be led by a senior leader like Sharad Pawar as many regional parties are not ready to work under the leadership of the Congress. The future of this alliance would depend on the sacrifice and liberality of the Congress, he said. He added that there was no National Democratic Alliance (NDA) left in the country as its allies have quit it, but similarly, the existence of the United Progressive Alliance (UPA) is not visible as it has very few parties now.  March 01, 2021 at 08:45AM https://ift.tt/3kvXErq

Undressing will trigger cash rain: 5 arrested for misleading minor girl, forcing her into black magic

Five men have been arrested for allegedly forcing a minor girl into rituals of black magic, involving sexual offences. The arrests were made by Nagpur police in Maharashtra, who said the accused have been booked under the Black Magic Act. According to the details, the minor girl lodged a complaint with the Nagpur police on February 26, claiming one of the accused men approached her earlier this month and said she could become rich if she follows 'special rituals' as instructed by his associates.

Five men have been arrested for allegedly forcing a minor girl into rituals of black magic, involving sexual offences. The arrests were made by Nagpur police in Maharashtra, who said the accused have been booked under the Black Magic Act. According to the details, the minor girl lodged a complaint with the Nagpur police on February 26, claiming one of the accused men approached her earlier this month and said she could become rich if she follows 'special rituals' as instructed by his associates. March 01, 2021 at 08:23AM https://ift.tt/3uGv0bX

PM Modi takes first dose of COVID-19 vaccine, urges those eligible to get vaccinated

Prime Minister Narendra Modi took his first dose of the coronavirus vaccine on Monday. Taking to Twitter, PM Modi today said, "Took my first dose of the COVID-19 vaccine at AIIMS." Modi also lauded the doctors and scientists of the country and said they have worked in quick time to strengthen the global fight against COVID-19.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi took his first dose of the coronavirus vaccine on Monday. Taking to Twitter, PM Modi today said, "Took my first dose of the COVID-19 vaccine at AIIMS." Modi also lauded the doctors and scientists of the country and said they have worked in quick time to strengthen the global fight against COVID-19. March 01, 2021 at 07:16AM https://ift.tt/2MwNla2

Bank holidays March 2021: Banks to remain closed on THESE dates. Check full list

Bank across India will remain closed for a total of 11 days in the month of March. It should however be noted that bank holidays are not observed by some states and hence may vary as per a specific region or state. Only gazetted holidays are observed by banks all over the country. According to the details with the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) calendar, other than four Sundays and two Saturdays, banks will remain closed on March 5, March 11, March 22, March 29 and March 30. 

Bank across India will remain closed for a total of 11 days in the month of March. It should however be noted that bank holidays are not observed by some states and hence may vary as per a specific region or state. Only gazetted holidays are observed by banks all over the country. According to the details with the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) calendar, other than four Sundays and two Saturdays, banks will remain closed on March 5, March 11, March 22, March 29 and March 30.  March 01, 2021 at 07:50AM https://ift.tt/3b31XaQ

Journey far from over: Trump in first post-White House speech

In his first public appearance since leaving office, former US President Donald Trump suggested he may launch a third presidential bid, but said he has no plans to start an alternative to the Republican Party. "I stand before you today to declare that the incredible journey we began together four years ago is far from over," the former president said in his first speech since leaving the White House last month.

In his first public appearance since leaving office, former US President Donald Trump suggested he may launch a third presidential bid, but said he has no plans to start an alternative to the Republican Party. "I stand before you today to declare that the incredible journey we began together four years ago is far from over," the former president said in his first speech since leaving the White House last month. March 01, 2021 at 08:01AM https://ift.tt/37RzVgr

Second vaccination phase begins today; Centre issues new framework for Co-WIN2.0

The second phase of the vaccination drive against COVID-19 is set to begin from today, ahead of which, the Centre has released a new framework for CoWIN2.0. According to the new framework, the schedule of vaccination of eligible beneficiaries will be closely linked with the availability of vaccine doses. The states/Union Territories will determine the target number of doses to be administered in a vaccination cycle.

The second phase of the vaccination drive against COVID-19 is set to begin from today, ahead of which, the Centre has released a new framework for CoWIN2.0. According to the new framework, the schedule of vaccination of eligible beneficiaries will be closely linked with the availability of vaccine doses. The states/Union Territories will determine the target number of doses to be administered in a vaccination cycle. March 01, 2021 at 06:36AM https://ift.tt/3q9Ty9W

Breaking News Live, Latest Updates March 1

Daily dose of news plays a very important role in our daily life. For some people, the morning is incomplete without knowing what's happening across the world. Some digital-savvy people have a habit of consuming news even when they are travelling or in their free time. In today's world, where people rely on news websites for everything that's happening around, IndiaTV News provides you all the breaking news, latest news, breaking story videos, Live TV and top shows of IndiaTV, country's leading news channel on a single platform to ensure you don't miss anything important.

Daily dose of news plays a very important role in our daily life. For some people, the morning is incomplete without knowing what's happening across the world. Some digital-savvy people have a habit of consuming news even when they are travelling or in their free time. In today's world, where people rely on news websites for everything that's happening around, IndiaTV News provides you all the breaking news, latest news, breaking story videos, Live TV and top shows of IndiaTV, country's leading news channel on a single platform to ensure you don't miss anything important. March 01, 2021 at 06:20AM https://ift.tt/2Mzqb31

Amitabh Bachchan to undergo a surgery for 'medical condition,' fans pray for speedy recovery

Bollywood megastar Amitabh Bachchan on Sunday took to his blog and shared an entry informing fans about a 'medical condition' for which he will be undergoing a surgery. It is still not disclosed whether the surgery has already taken place or will happen. Big B's Saturday's entry in his blog read, "Medical condition ...Surgery ... Can't write." As soon as the fans came to know about the update, they started pouring in prayers for the 78-year-old actor wishing him a speedy recovery. For those unversed, the 'Don' actor in the month of July contracted coronavirus alongwith son Abhishek Bachchan, daugter-in-law Aishwarya Rai Bachchan and 9-year-old granddaughter Aaradhya.

Bollywood megastar Amitabh Bachchan on Sunday took to his blog and shared an entry informing fans about a 'medical condition' for which he will be undergoing a surgery. It is still not disclosed whether the surgery has already taken place or will happen. Big B's Saturday's entry in his blog read, "Medical condition ...Surgery ... Can't write." As soon as the fans came to know about the update, they started pouring in prayers for the 78-year-old actor wishing him a speedy recovery. For those unversed, the 'Don' actor in the month of July contracted coronavirus alongwith son Abhishek Bachchan, daugter-in-law Aishwarya Rai Bachchan and 9-year-old granddaughter Aaradhya. February 28, 2021 at 10:02AM https://ift.tt/3r0RVws

96% people faced drop in earnings during lockdown: Survey

Nearly 96 per cent of the people surveyed under a food rights campaign in Maharashtra faced a drop in their earnings during the coronavirus-induced lockdown last year, claims a social body. Job losses and non-availability of casual work were the key reasons for this, and every fifth respondent was forced to go hungry because of no money to buy food, Mukta Srivastava, the state's convener for the Anna Adhikar Abhiyan, told reporters here on Saturday.

Nearly 96 per cent of the people surveyed under a food rights campaign in Maharashtra faced a drop in their earnings during the coronavirus-induced lockdown last year, claims a social body. Job losses and non-availability of casual work were the key reasons for this, and every fifth respondent was forced to go hungry because of no money to buy food, Mukta Srivastava, the state's convener for the Anna Adhikar Abhiyan, told reporters here on Saturday. February 28, 2021 at 10:14AM https://ift.tt/3bE7JOY

IT dept detects Rs 220 crore black income after raids on TN-based tiles manufacturer

The Income Tax Department has detected undisclosed income of about Rs 220 crore after it raided leading tiles and sanitaryware manufacturer based in Chennai. The action was carried out on February 26 and a total of 20 premises in Tamil Nadu, Gujarat and Kolkata were searched and surveyed.

The Income Tax Department has detected undisclosed income of about Rs 220 crore after it raided leading tiles and sanitaryware manufacturer based in Chennai. The action was carried out on February 26 and a total of 20 premises in Tamil Nadu, Gujarat and Kolkata were searched and surveyed. February 28, 2021 at 09:49AM https://ift.tt/3swv9Ne

यूपी: अवैध संबंध के शक में पत्नी की हत्या, बीच सड़क पर तड़पती रही महिला, तमाशा देखते रहे लोग

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Lucknow News Today 28th February: लखनऊ समाचार | शहर की ताजातरीन खबरें

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यूपी: ट्रक ने बाइक सवार को रौंदा, माता-पिता के सामने बेटे की हुई दर्दनाक मौत

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यूपी: एनएच-2 पर बड़ा हादसा, बस-ट्रक की टक्कर में दर्जन भर से ज्यादा यात्री घायल, चालक की मौत

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Caught on cam: Woman stabbed by chain snatcher in Delhi, dies | WATCH

A 25-year-old woman was stabbed to death by a snatcher for resisting a robbery bid in north Delhi's Adarsh Nagar area. According to the police, the woman was stabbed to death while trying to resist a snatching bid. She was coming home from a market and was holding her child when the incident took place.

A 25-year-old woman was stabbed to death by a snatcher for resisting a robbery bid in north Delhi's Adarsh Nagar area. According to the police, the woman was stabbed to death while trying to resist a snatching bid. She was coming home from a market and was holding her child when the incident took place. February 28, 2021 at 09:29AM https://ift.tt/3dUFajk