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Madras High Court Questions Repeated Failure to Allow Deepam Lighting as TN Moves Supreme Court
Madurai – The Madras High Court on Friday raised serious concerns over the Tamil Nadu government’s repeated failure to permit the lighting of the Karthigai Deepam lamp atop the Deepathoon, the ancient stone lamp pillar on Thiruparankundram hill in Madurai district. The matter has escalated into a contentious issue, drawing attention from the state government,
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COP30 Keeps Global South Priorities Alive Amid Geopolitical Challenges, Say Experts
New Delhi – The recently concluded COP30 climate summit in Belem, Brazil, delivered measured but meaningful outcomes for developing countries, according to climate experts and former negotiators. While progress on fossil fuel transitions and adaptation finance remained limited, COP30 is being lauded for keeping the priorities of the Global South on the global agenda despite
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IndiGo Cancels All Flights from Delhi Amid Continuing Operational Chaos
New Delhi – IndiGo, India’s largest domestic airline, on Thursday extended its flight cancellations across major hubs, grounding all flights from Delhi until midnight and halting departures from Chennai until 6 PM. The announcement comes on the fourth consecutive day of widespread disruptions, with thousands of passengers stranded and at least 400 flights cancelled nationwide.
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UBA, Lions Group, Wakanow Launch ‘Detty Side’ Festive Campaign
United Bank for Africa (UBA) has partnered with Lions Group and Wakanow to roll out the ‘Welcome to the Detty Side’ campaign, offering premium entertainment experiences for the festive season. UBA customers and new clients can access exclusive benefits via the UBA Red Pass, which provides: The campaign aims to deliver memorable lifestyle experiences, deepen
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Bombay High Court Rejects Mosque’s Plea for Loudspeaker Use, Cites Public Health Concerns
Nagpur – The Nagpur bench of the Bombay High Court has refused to grant permission to a mosque seeking to use loudspeakers for prayers, emphasizing that no religion mandates the use of voice amplifiers to practice faith. The court underscored that religious freedom does not extend to disturbing public peace or violating noise regulations. A
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RBI Cuts Repo Rate, Says US Tariff Hike Has Minimal Impact on Indian Economy
New Delhi – The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) on Friday lowered its benchmark interest rate for the first time in six months, signaling confidence in the country’s economic resilience despite recent global trade tensions. Speaking after the monetary policy announcement, RBI Governor Sanjay Malhotra said that the massive tariffs imposed by the United States
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CITN: Tax Reforms to Boost Compliance and Expand Tax Base
The Chartered Institute of Taxation of Nigeria (CITN) has affirmed that ongoing tax reforms will improve citizens’ standard of living, expand the tax base, and enhance compliance. CITN President, Innocent Ohagwa, stated this during the institute’s 58th induction ceremony, emphasizing the role of CITN in regulating taxation practices, enforcing discipline, and setting professional standards. He
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DGCA Withdraws Pilot Rest Norms as IndiGo Flight Cancellation Crisis Continues
New Delhi – In a dramatic move aimed at stabilizing India’s domestic aviation sector, the Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) on Friday withdrew the recently implemented weekly roster norm requiring pilots to take designated weekly rest periods. The decision comes in the wake of unprecedented disruptions at IndiGo, which has cancelled more than 1,000
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Lagos Innovation and Tech Ecosystem Valued at $15.3 Billion
The Lagos State innovation and technology ecosystem is currently valued at $15.3 billion, according to Commissioner for Innovation, Science and Technology, Mr. Olatunbosun Alake. Lagos accounts for 80–90% of Nigeria’s nearly 2,000 tech startups recorded between 2024 and 2025, making it the largest startup hub in Africa. Between 2019 and 2024, Lagos-based startups attracted $6
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Your Rights as a Passenger When a Flight is Delayed or Cancelled in India
New Delhi – With widespread flight disruptions affecting air travel across India, it has become increasingly important for passengers to understand the distinction between airline policies and their actual legal rights. The Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) has laid down clear regulations in its 2019 Passenger Charter and reinforced them through the Ministry of
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