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New Labour Code on Wages aims to safeguard workers, boost growth and jobs

IANS | November 23, 2025 1:09 PM

New Delhi, Nov 23 (IANS) The new Code on Wages that has now come into effect, promotes fairness, equity, and inclusivity in India’s labour market. By ensuring uniform wage standards and social security, it safeguards both workers’ rights and employers’ interests. Overall, it strengthens economic justice, encourages formalisation, and enhances the dignity of labour, according to an official statement issued on Sunday.

ACB-EOW raids rock Chhattisgarh in multi-crore DMF, excise scam probe

IANS | November 23, 2025 11:58 AM

Raipur, Nov 23 (IANS) The Anti-Corruption Bureau (ACB) and Economic Offences Wing (EOW) launched simultaneous raids at over 20 locations across Chhattisgarh on Sunday, targeting the alleged multi-crore District Mineral Foundation (DMF) and excise scams that have plagued the state's mining and liquor sectors.

Bilateral trade to grow, investment to surge with proposed Israel FTA: Piyush Goyal

IANS | November 23, 2025 11:17 AM

New Delhi, Nov 23 (IANS) As India and Israel aim to implement the proposed free trade agreement (FTA) in two phases, the bilateral trade will increase and there will be improvement in the mutual relations in innovation, research and development, Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal has said.

Centre's plan to bring Chandigarh under Article 240 triggers fierce political backlash in Punjab

IANS | November 23, 2025 10:56 AM

Chandigarh, Nov 23 (IANS) A major political storm has erupted in Punjab after the Centre signalled its intent to bring Chandigarh under the purview of Article 240 of the Constitution, a move that would empower the President to directly frame regulations for the Union Territory.

Forced to work at govt schools before SIR's duty: Teachers complain to ECI

IANS | November 23, 2025 10:31 AM

Kolkata, Nov 23 (IANS) The Election Commission of India (ECI) has received several complaints against the authorities of several state-run schools in West Bengal for not excusing their teachers from regular teaching duties to perform as booth-level officers (BLOs) for the Special Intensive Revision in the state.

Gujarat CM changes his programme venue for citizen's wedding in Jamnagar

IANS | November 23, 2025 10:10 AM

New Delhi, Nov 23 (IANS) Gujarat Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel directed the relocation of a scheduled government programme in Jamnagar to ensure that a local family's wedding could proceed without disruption.

Tejas pilot’s body brought to Coimbatore; IAF personnel pay tearful tribute

IANS | November 23, 2025 10:08 AM

Chennai, Nov 23 (IANS) The body of Indian Air Force pilot Wing Commander Naman Syal, who died in a tragic Tejas fighter jet crash during the Dubai international air show, was brought to the Sulur Air Force Station in Coimbatore on Sunday, where colleagues and officials paid an emotional tribute.

IIT Guwahati set to become advanced maritime manufacturing hub: Minister

IANS | November 23, 2025 9:44 AM

New Delhi, Nov 23 (IANS) The skill development and innovation initiatives at IIT Guwahati have opened a “practical and result-oriented pathway” for building advanced capabilities in underwater welding, offshore repair and next-generation manufacturing, according to Union Minister of Ports, Shipping and Waterways, Sarbananda Sonowal.

Justice Surya Kant to take oath as 53rd CJI tomorrow

IANS | November 23, 2025 9:13 AM

New Delhi, Nov 23 (IANS) Justice Surya Kant will take oath on Monday as the 53rd Chief Justice of India (CJI), marking the beginning of his 14-month tenure in the country's highest judicial office.

Delhi-NCR chokes as AQI hits 380; restrictions tightened under revised GRAP

IANS | November 23, 2025 8:12 AM

New Delhi, Nov 23 (IANS) Delhi-NCR's air quality remained in the 'very poor' category on Sunday, with the average Air Quality Index (AQI) touching 380, according to data from the Central Pollution Control Board.