Travel, 7th Apr 2019, News & Stories from India

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For the 2018-19 financial year, FPIs were net sellers to the tune of Rs 44,500 crore.

FPIs pour in Rs 8,634 crore in April so far on positive market trends

In March, the overseas investors had pumped in a net Rs 45,981 crore into the capital markets (both equity and debt).

07 Apr 2019 4:30 PM

The US President has repeatedly claimed that India is a 'tariff king' and imposes 'tremendously high' tariffs on American products. (Photo:AP)

'So much stupid trade': Trump critical of India, China tariff rates

India charges US over 100 per cent tariffs on a large number of products while the US imposes nothing on the similar or same items.

07 Apr 2019 4:23 PM

During the week, the Sensex advanced by 182.32 points, or 0.48 per cent and the Nifty gained 42.05 points or 0.36 per cent.

TCS, HDFC, Infosys added Rs 40,597 cr to m-cap last week, HUL lost the most

In the ranking of top-3 firms, RIL stood at number one position, followed by TCS and HDFC Bank.

07 Apr 2019 4:23 PM

The Election Commission of India (ECI) on Sunday justified the transfer of four senior cops in the state, stating that the poll panel had already appointed a special observer to ensure free and fair Lok Sabha polls. (Photo: File)

Post Mamata's letter, ECI justifies transfer of 4 senior cops in West Bengal

West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee on Saturday wrote to the ECI condemning the transfer of four senior police officers.

07 Apr 2019 4:21 PM

The campaign's main theme song 'Main hi toh Hindustan hoon' has been penned by Javed Akhtar. (Photo:AP)

'Ab Hoga Nyay': Cong aims to 'win hearts' with campaign theme song

The Congress on Sunday announced that its campaign slogan for the Lok Sabha polls will be 'Ab Hoga Nyay'.

07 Apr 2019 4:14 PM

Attacking the Left parties, he said, they consider their 'party's constitution bigger than that of the country's'. (Photo: ANI)

Cong, Left will stoop to any level to oust me: PM Modi

Under the Saubhagya scheme, the NDA government has ensured power connection in almost all homes in the state, Modi said.

07 Apr 2019 4:10 PM

Shashi Tharoor claimed Rahul Gandhi's decision to contest from Wayanad comes at a time of "unprecedented strain" on the spirit of cooperative federalism that has held the country together since its Independence in 1947. (Image: File)

'Will PM have courage to fight from Kerala, Tamil Nadu?': Shashi Tharoor

Mr Modi has disregarded the principled position that a prime minister of India must be a prime minister for all Indians," he added.

07 Apr 2019 4:09 PM

Prime Minister Narendra Modi, party chief Amit Shah, Bollywood actress Hema Malini, Union Ministers Rajnath Singh, Nitin Gadkari, Arun Jaitley and Sushma Swaraj are among the star campaigners of the party. (Image: PTI)

Modi, Shah lead BJP's star campaigners list for Rajasthan

Thirteen seats will go to polls on April 29 in the first phase, voting for the remaining 12 seats will be on May 6.

07 Apr 2019 3:55 PM

This election is about change, this election is about bridging differences which they have created between us," Akhilesh said. (Image: ANI)

BJP should not lie during holy Navaratri: Akhilesh Yadav in Deoband

'The Congress doesn't want to bring change, it's only in pursuit of power', Akhilesh said.

07 Apr 2019 3:44 PM

Sinha, who has been critical of Prime Minister Modi and BJP chief Amit Shah's leadership for long, joined the Congress on Saturday. (Photo: PTI)

I am 'loyalist' doesn't do things in 'josh' but 'hosh': Shatrughan on joining Cong

Sinha said he has the blessings of the people who fondly call him 'Bihari babu'.

07 Apr 2019 3:37 PM

Congress' chief spokesperson Randeep Surjewala said the party is yet to reach a decision on stitching an alliance with the AAP in the national capital. (Image: File)

No talks with AAP for alliance in Haryana, Punjab: Congress

Congress president Rahul Gandhi had Saturday discussed the issue again with his party leaders from the city.

07 Apr 2019 3:23 PM

Strawberry pavlova cake is light and easy to prepare. (Photo: File)

Healthy low sugar strawberry pavlova cake

Satiate your sweet tooth with this delectable cake without any dietary restrictions.

07 Apr 2019 3:17 PM

This was the first joint election meeting of the 'mahagathbandhan' in western Uttar Pradesh, parts of which go to polls in the first phase on April 11, Ajit Singh said. (Image: ANI)

'Achche din' Modi talked about was his own, claims RLD chief

The BJP came to power in 2014 because of riots as they had no presence in the western part of Uttar Pradesh, Singh claimed.

07 Apr 2019 3:16 PM

The Congress also promised to raise an incubation fund or Rs one crore in each block to support women entrepreneurs. (Image: ANI)

Congress releases manifesto for Odisha elections

On women empowerment, the manifesto promised to enforce 33 per cent reservaton for them in central and state government jobs.

07 Apr 2019 3:07 PM

As per the draft guidelines, the claim payment period of the product could be maximum of five years and 'the claim installments shall be spread during claim payment period.'

Soon, you may have the option to settle insurance claims in instalments

Insurance Regulatory and Development Authority of India had set up a working group to study a proposal in this regard.

07 Apr 2019 3:00 PM

BSP supremo Mayawati on Sunday slammed both the BJP and the Congress at the first joint rally with SP and RLD here, less than a week before voting for the first phase of voting. (Photo: Twitter/ANI)

'Chowkidari' drama won't save BJP: Mayawati at UP alliance's 1st rally

SP chief Akhilesh Yadav, BSP's Mayawati and RLD's Ajit Singh addressed their first joint rally in Deoband ahead of Lok Sabha polls.

07 Apr 2019 2:46 PM

The criticism stung Amir, who had walked out off a press conference during the series when asked about his captain's thoughts about his bowling and performances. (Photo: AFP)

'When main strike bowler is not taking wickets it causes concern to captain': Sarfraz

Amir was publicly criticised by Sarfaraz along with the other bowlers during the Test series in South Africa in January.

07 Apr 2019 2:44 PM

Nara Lokesh argues that the next government should haccave a strong state representation because the nation is strong only if states are strong. (Image: File)

'Third Front Impossible without BJP or Congress': Chandrababu Naidu's Son

He is contesting from the Mangalagiri assembly segment, a seat which the TDP has not won since 1985.

07 Apr 2019 2:37 PM

Using capsaicin clinically will require overcoming its unpleasant side effects, which include gastrointestinal irritation, stomach cramps, and a burning sensation. (Photo: Representational/Pixabay)

Slow down the spread of lung cancer with chilli peppers

Studies reveal that spicy compound from chilli peppers could reduce spread of lung cancer.

07 Apr 2019 2:29 PM

Mamata accused Modi of holding meeting with a person accused in Saradha, Narada cases. (Photo: ANI)

Mamata lashes out at Modi, questions Andhra chief secretary's removal

She dared the BJP to implement NRC in Bengal, saying it will never be allowed in the state.

07 Apr 2019 2:28 PM

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