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PMC Bank fraud hits co-op bank sector hard
MUMBAI: The health of cooperative banks continued to deteriorate in the first half of the current fiscal after a slight improvement in their health in fiscal 2019. The main reason was the sector being hit by a large delinquency in one of the fraud-hit banks — city-based PMC Bank. The sector has for long been under a dual-regulatory structure, which allowed several of these banks to enjoy a low level of oversight. The RBI said now a single regulatory structure is needed.
Rhino poaching at record levels in Botswana
GABORONE: Rhino poaching in Botswana's Okavango Delta has risen at an unprecedented rate with 23 white rhinoceros and eight black rhinoceros killed since October 2018, the Ministry of Environment, Natural Resources Conservation and Tourism said. "Between April and October 2019, nine rhinos were killed. The unfortunate incidents have increased with 13 more rhinos having been poached from October to date," the ministry said in a statement seen by Reuters late on Monday.
Ranji Trophy: Shikhar Dhawan, Ishant Sharma presence bolsters under-fire Delhi against Hyderabad - Times of India
NEW DELHI: Bolstered by the presence of impact top-order batsman Shikhar Dhawan and intimidating pacer Ishant Sharma, a beleaguered Delhi will look to turn things around when they take on Hyderabad in their Ranji Trophy group A encounter from Wednesday. Delhi managed to get just one point from their game against Kerala before enduring an outright defeat against Andhra Pradesh. But Hyderabad also exactly haven't set the stage on fire. They are also smarting from two outright defeats.
Suryakumar Yadav says thought of national senior team call-up keeps coming up - Times of India
MUMBAI: Mumbai batsman Suryakumar Yadav, who has been prolific in the shorter formats this year, on Tuesday admitted that the thought of a national senior team call-up kept on coming up and it sometimes becomes difficult to stay grounded. The 29-year-old Yadav, who has been named in the India A squad after seven years for the upcoming tour of New Zealand, is also leading the Mumbai Ranji team. "Yes, my ultimate goal is to play for India. However at the same time, you've got to stay in the present.
GSET 2019 Admit Card released, here's direct link
Gujarat State Eligibility Test (GSET) 2019 admit card or hall ticket has been released on the official website for the exam scheduled to be held on December 29, 2019. The GSET exam is being conducted by the Maharaja Sayajirao University of Baroda, Vadodara, for recruitment to the Assistant Professor posts.
TSCHE releases 2020 exam dates for EAMCET, ICET, ECET & other exams - Times of India
Telangana State Council of Higher Education (TSCHE) has released the tentative schedule of Telangana Common Entrance Test 2020. Image used for representational purpose only TSCHE has released the scheduled for TS ECET, TS EAMCET, TS PECET, TS ICET, TS EdCET, TS LAWCET, TS PGLCET and TS PGECET examinations. NEW DELHI: Telangana State Council of Higher Education (TSCHE) has released the tentative schedule of Telangana Common Entrance Test 2020.
IMF chief economist Gita Gopinath meets PM Modi
International Monetary Fund (IMF) chief economist Gita Gopinath Gita Gopinath called on Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday. The Prime Minister's office posted pictures of PM Modi with the economic counsellor and director of the research department at the IMF on its Twitter handle. IMF's Gita Gopinath (left) with Prime Minister Narendra Modi.
Ravindra Jadeja's mediocre year ends on a high - Times of India
CUTTACK: Ravindra Jadeja may not be the most gifted individual in the Indian dressing room but what he lacks he more than makes up with his impeccable line with the ball, handy contributions down the batting order and electric fielding. Jadeja once again proved how vital a cog in India's white-ball set-up he is when he guided the team to a nervy four-wicket win in pursuit of 316, with an unbeaten knock of 39 in 31 balls at Barabati Stadium on Sunday.
Tesla to take new $1.4 billion loan for Shanghai factory: Report
BEIJING/SHANGHAI: US electric vehicle maker Tesla Inc and a group of China banks have agreed a new 10 billion yuan ($1.4 billion), five-year loan facility for the automaker's Shanghai car plant, three sources familiar with the matter said, part of which will be used to roll over an existing loan.
How watching same films again and again help dementia patients
News / How watching same films again and again help dementia patients Kathryn Smith, chief operating officer at Alzheimer’s Society, added that engaging with familiar films and songs can help boost the confidence of someone with dementia.
Banks stop issuing debit cards for dormant a/cs
Representative image (Reuters) BENGALURU: Banks have stopped suo motu issuing debit cards for dormant accounts. “For a bank, it is not prudent to keep servicing dormant accounts. One, the risk of fraud like money laundering increases. And second, there is the cost of maintaining such an account. So, banks have stopped issuing cards suo motu unless approached by the customer,” says Bharat Panchal, CRO, FIS Global, a financial services provider. But why so many dormant accounts?
'Dabangg 3' box office update: Salman Khan starrer stays steady at the theatres as day one - Times of India
Salman Khan, Sonakshi Sinha and Saiee Manjrekar starrer ' Dabangg 3 'opened with a good opening at the box office this Friday. The third instalment from the popular cop drama has garnered Rs 22-23 crore on the first day. As per the early estimate on day two also the film will collect in the same range as day one. According to the latest update of Box office India, the Prabhudheeva directorial will see a negligible rise or a negligible fall in the collections on the second day.
Thoughtful Secret Santa gifts under Rs 500 - Times of India
A secret Santa gift should mark the festive cheer as well as your personal touch in form of gifting an item that would be loved the person receiving it. With so many boxes to check, zeroing in on one perfect item could take ages. Pick from these few quirky yet delightful secret Santa gifts under Rs 500 that every individual would love to have. Marble Sticky Notes Sticky Notes are an office necessity.
Exclusive! Nushrat Bharucha: There is a different sensibility of comedy going around these days - Times of India
Ayushmann Khurrana and Nushrat Bharucha starrer ‘Dream Girl’ has hit the screens and is earning praise from the early reviews. The film offers a different perspective on comedy with Ayushmann taking on the role of ‘Pooja’ for phone calls. Ahead of the big release, ETimes spoke to Nushrat Bharucha, who opened up about taking up ‘Dream Girl’, success of Pyaar Ka Punchnama and making it big in Bollywood. What made you say yes to a Dream Girl, what goes into your process of selecting a film?
Delhi court defers case against Rahul Gandhi over alleged derogatory remarks against PM Modi | India News - Times of India
NEW DELHI: A Delhi court on Friday deferred till October 18 the matter pertaining to a complaint filed against Congress leader Rahul Gandhi for his alleged derogatory remarks against Prime Minister Narendra Modi.
Syria flare-up leaves 83 fighters dead: monitor
Fierce clashes between government forces and jihadists have left 83 combatants dead in northwestern Syria, a Britain-based war monitor said Friday. The clashes on the edge of the jihadist-controlled Idlib region have killed 44 government loyalists and 39 jihadists and Islamists since Thursday, the Syrian Observatory for Human Rights said.
US commander says he believes Iran threat still 'very real'
Lt. Gen. Kenneth 'Frank' McKenzie: AP BAGHDAD: Iran has chosen to "step back and recalculate" after making preparations for an apparent attack against US forces in the Persian Gulf region, but it is too early to conclude the threat is gone, the top commander of American forces in the Mideast said.
Make 'eat less, eat right' campaign a mass movement: Vardhan on first-ever World Food Safety Day | India News - Times of India
NEW DELHI: Union Health Minister Harsh Vardhan appealed to people on Friday to make the "eat less and eat right" campaign a mass movement to ensure even one grain of food is not wasted and everyone has food to eat. "Food is everyone's responsibility. Let us pledge to not waste even one grain of food, and ensure that in our own personal capacities and in our institutions, contribute towards food security.
Cabinet secretary Pradeep Kumar Sinha gets three-month extension | India News - Times of India
NEW DELHI: Cabinet secretary Pradeep Kumar Sinha was on Friday given three-month extension, the third one after assuming the top post, an order issued by personnel ministry said. In May 2015, Sinha was appointed cabinet secretary for a fixed two-year term. The Appointments Committee of the Cabinet headed by Prime Minister Narendra Modi has approved extension for further period of three months, beyond June 12, 2019 it said. Earlier, Sinha's term was extended for one-year each in 2017 and 2018.
Prominent investigative journalist detained in Russia
MOSCOW: A prominent Russian investigative journalist has been charged with drug dealing after four grams of a synthetic drug called mephedrone were found in his backpack, Moscow police said Friday. Ivan Golunov, who works for the independent website Meduza, was stopped by police in central Moscow on Thursday afternoon. Police also said that more drugs were found at his home.
Russia, US trade charges after near naval collision
MOSCOW: Russia and the United States on Friday accused each other of dangerous manoeuvres after their naval ships came close to collision in the East China Sea. On Friday morning, Russia's Pacific Fleet said that the USS Chancellorsville guided-missile cruiser suddenly cut across the course of its Admiral Vinogradov anti-submarine ship, passing in front of it at a distance of just 50 metres (164 feet).
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