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Jurisdiction of BSF increased in some states to counter drones, UAVs: Govt

The jurisdiction of the BSF was increased up to 50 km from the border in some states in the wake of use of technology like drones, Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAVs), the Parliament was informed

NHRC notice to Centre, Nagaland over civilian killings in security ops

The National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) on Monday issued notice seeking a detailed report in the killings of civilians in an army operation, within six weeks.

Centre's fertiliser subsidy bill expected to rise 62% in FY22: CRISIL

A rise in the prices of natural gas and other raw materials is expected to raise the Centre's fertiliser subsidy bill by 62 per cent to Rs 130,000 crore in FY22, Crisil Ratings said.

Govt clears production of 500,000 AK-203 rifles ahead of Putin's visit

The government has approved the plan for production of over five lakh AK-203 assault rifles in Amethi, Uttar Pradesh ahead of Russian President Vladimir Putin's visit

Top Headlines: Govt seeks to spend more; more women than men overestimate

Business Standard brings you the top headlines at this hour

Govt seeks Parliament's nod for additional Rs 2.99 trn spending in FY22

The Indian government sought parliamentary approval for net additional spending of 2.99 trillion rupees ($39.87 billion) in the current financial year ending in March 2022.

Govt working to bridge gaps for 'reliable' jobs data by next year: Report

India's government plans to bridge the gaps in employment data by next year

Govt admits failure of flood management, protection structures in Assam

Failure of flood management and flood protection structures, deforestation/watershed degradation, areas were among the major reasons as recognised by the government for the annual floods in Assam

UN human rights expert welcomes Indian govt's decision to repeal farm laws

A top UN human rights expert has welcomed the Indian government's decision to repeal the three controversial farm laws

Parliament's Winter Session begins today; 26 bills on govt's agenda

The BJP-led government has a heavy agenda for the winter session with its legislative business including 26 new bills

Indian govt tells public to shun Musk-backed Starlink until it gets licence

The Indian government advised people against subscribing to Starlink Internet Services

Bill to repeal farm laws govt's priority for Winter Session starting Nov 29

The BJP-led government has a heavy agenda for the winter session beginning November 29 with its legislative business including 26 new bills.

Tomato, onion prices rising as supply chains affected by rains, says govt

Excessive rains in October in north India and later in southern states led to supply chain breaks, which in turn, has led to price rises for onions and tomatoes, the government said

Taking away oilfield will be ONGC's 'systematic weakening': Ex-bureaucrat

Oil Ministry's proposal to strip ONGC of Mumbai High and Bassein in the western offshore is a "systematic weakening" of the state-owned firm, former bureaucrat E A S Sarma said

Centre extends funding for weather, climate services to Rs 2,135 crore

The government on Wednesday approved continuation of an umbrella scheme, at an estimated cost of Rs 2,135 crore, for R&D into weather and climate services, improved forecast, and better early warnings among several other things, in the next finance cycle (2021-2026).

Centre extends Pradhan Mantri Garib Kalyan Anna Yojana till March 2022

The Centre announced it was extending the Pradhan Mantri Garib Kalyan Anna Yojana (PMGKAY) for another four months i.e., from December 2021 till March 2022.

Kisan Credit Card Scheme to be extended to fishermen: Union Minister

Union Minister of State for Fisheries, Animal Husbandry & Dairying, L Murugan has said that Kisan Credit Card Scheme will be extended to fishermen to provide them loans at low interest rates.Addressing 'Fishermen Convention' organised by Kerala Pradesh Fishermen Group (BMS) at Munambam in Kochi on Monday, the minister said that the commitment of the Central government towards the fishermen was evident in the fact that it has created a separate department for Fisheries and set apart Rs 20,000 crore for the Aatmanirbhar Bharat Campaign.The MoS said, "For the first time in independent India, Prime Minister Narendra Modi has sanctioned Rs 20,000 crore for fishermen in the Atmanirbhar Bharat project."He added that the government has earmarked Rs 7.5 crores to set up integrated fishermen villages with schools, healthcare facilities, etc.He further announced that the fuel subsidy for the fisherman will continue and said that the Union government has sanctioned Rs 246 crore for ...

Centre's decision to repeal farm laws 'regressive': SC panel's Anil Ghanwat

Supreme Court-appointed farm panel member Anil Ghanwat said Centre's decision to repeal the three farm laws were 'regressive'

Prices of pulses substantially stabilised in last 5 months: Centre

The retail prices of pulses have substantially stabilised in the past five months and to date, Centre said

Govt may introduce bill on cryptocurrencies in Parliament winter session

The three-week long winter session is scheduled to be held from November 29 to December 23