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Uniform Driving Licence and Registration Certificate coming soon across country: All you need to know

May 11, 2019 15:37 IST

Beware traffic violators! Government is set to introduce uniform driving licences and registration certificates across the country. The Union government has notified rules for common smart card formats for driving licences (DL) and vehicle registration certificates (RC) in a bid to standardise the documents across all states and prepare and centralised digital repository that can also help in checking forgery and duplication.

Cyclones in India: All you need to know about cyclones in India: Most affected states, list of 9 dea

All you need to know about cyclones in India: Most affected states, 9 deadliest cyclones

February 03, 2020 19:43 IST

An analysis of the frequencies of cyclones on the East and West coasts of India during 1891-2000 show that nearly 308 cyclones (out of which 103 were severe) affected the East Coast.

Explained: The land dispute at the heart of Ayodhya case | Archives

October 16, 2019 13:07 IST

The Ram Mandir-Babri Masjid dispute has been a socio-religious debate in India for decades. It focusses on a plot of land in Ayodhya, a city located in Faizabad district of Uttar Pradesh. The site has been regarded holy among Hindus, who believe it to be the birthplace of Lord Ram.

Lord Shiva moved out of winter abode as Kedarnath temple prepares to open on May 9

May 06, 2019 19:32 IST

The idol of lord Shiva was moved out of his winter abode at Ukhimath's Omkareshwar temple in a flower bedecked palanquin on Monday to be reinstalled at Kedarnath before the sacred portals of the Himalayan shrine are thrown open on May 9.

Who is Tej Bahadur Yadav - the dismissed BSF jawan who dared to take on PM Modi in Varanasi?

May 01, 2019 18:56 IST

The nomination of Tej Bahadur Yadav, Samajwadi Party candidate against Prime Minister Narendra Modi from Varanasi Lok Sabha constituency, was rejected on Wednesday.

Amarnath Yatra online helicopter booking begins on May 1.

Amarnath Yatra: Online booking for helicopter service begins from May 1

April 26, 2019 12:58 IST

There's good news for thousands of Amarnath Yatra pilgrims this year. The online helicopter booking for the annual Amarnath Yatra will begin on May 1.

What is H-1B visa and why is Infosys blaming it for rising attrition

April 15, 2019 16:51 IST

After the US has tightened visa rules to give preference to applicants with master’s degrees, Indian IT companies are facing numerous administrative hurdles in both applying for new visas and extending existing ones.

Model Code Conduct: All you need to know about rules that keep our elections free and fair

April 11, 2019 12:43 IST

What is this Model Code of Conduct and what happens if a party, candidate or any individual is found guilty of its violation? Here is all you need to know:

Explained: What Supreme Court verdict on RBI's Feb 12 circular means for banks, companies

April 03, 2019 14:28 IST

The Supreme Court on Tuesday quashed the RBI circular of 2018 that pertains to the provisions for declaring a company bankrupt even on a one-day overdue.

Deadline to file Income Tax Return ends today. Here’s what you can do

March 31, 2019 11:54 IST

Do you know the government reserves the right to take legal action against you over the failure to file ITR?

How to link Aadhaar with PAN card. Know steps, deadline

March 27, 2019 13:13 IST

In case the name provided on your Aadhaar is different than that on your PAN card, you will not be able to complete the linking process.

What is Mission Shakti? Know all about anti-satellite weapons

March 27, 2019 14:35 IST

With Mission Shakti, India joins the USA, Russia and China at the pinnacle of space technology where it now has anti-satellite weapon system.

NYAY: Rahul Gandhi's Nyunitam Aay Yojana explained

NYAY: Rahul Gandhi's Nyuntam Aay Yojana explained

March 26, 2019 16:15 IST

In a big bang election promise, Congress president Rahul Gandhi on Monday announced Nyuntam Aay Yojana or minimum income scheme. Here's what it means.

Mudra loan: All you need to know about Pradhan Mantri MUDRA Yojana (PMMY)

March 25, 2019 13:43 IST

MUDRA is also referred to as Micro Units Development and Refinance Agency Ltd. It also enables enterprises involved in allied agricultural activities to apply for Mudra loans.

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Sangathan Mahamantri: The invisible force behind BJP's poll victories

March 19, 2019 11:02 IST

The post of General Secretary (Organisation) in BJP is held by a "pracharak" deputed by the Rashtriya Swayamesvak Sangh who acts as a bridge between the two organisations.

Lok Sabha election 2019: Step by step guide for voter registration

March 15, 2019 10:00 IST

Kick-starting a mega electoral battle where the BJP will pitch for a re-election of the Modi government amid the Opposition's efforts for a united fight to unseat it.

What happens if India boycotts Chinese products

March 14, 2019 22:41 IST

China is India's largest trade partner. But we import more than we export, which means if the trade was to stop, we will feel the pinch in the domestic market as the prices of previously imported products will rise.

At 180 kmph Vande Bharat is India's fastest train. Here's top 10 fastest trains in India

March 14, 2019 18:20 IST

Indian Railways is one of the oldest and biggest train networks in the world. It is the bloodline that connects the country across vast geographic spread, cultural lines, language borders and political boundaries. Take a look at the top 10 fastest trains in the Indian Railways network which bring q.3 billion Indians closer faster every day.

Lok Sabha Election 2019: How to check your name on voter list

March 12, 2019 20:01 IST

Those wanting to check their name on the voter list can visit electoralsearch.in page on National Voter Services Portal website www.nvsp.in and follow the procedure as mentioned.

Soon, you don't have to worry about PF money transfer on switching jobs. EPFO will do it for you

March 13, 2019 9:57 IST

The Employees Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO) is working to automate the transfer process of Employee Provident Fund money (PF money) when you switch jobs. As an employee, you will not have to worry about the transfer or withdrawal of provident fund money. The PF balance from your previous organisation will be transferred based on your UAN.

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