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Timesofindia.indiatimes.com (sports) 

Ghum Hai Kisi Ke Pyaar Mein: Ashika's attempts to gain Sai's trust

The latest episode of 'Ghum Hai Kisi Ke Pyaar Mein' explores Ashika's efforts to build trust with Sai amidst complex relationships. Fans are intrigued by the evolving dynamics and potential shifts in alliances. The show's compelling storytelling continues to engage viewers with its intricate plot twists and character development.

Economictimes.indiatimes.com 

Union Budget 2024: Government extends financial support for flood mitigation, irrigation projects

The projects the government will provide financial support for include the Kosi-Mechi intra-state link and 20 other ongoing schemes, encompassing barrages, river pollution abatement, and irrigation projects. Additionally, survey and investigation of Kosi-related flood mitigation and irrigation will be undertaken. The states that will especially benefit from this initiative are Assam, Uttarakhand, Sikkim, and Himachal Pradesh.

Cyprus Mail 

Police swooping on thieves on beaches

Plain clothes police officers are keeping watch over the island’s beaches following a spate of thefts from unsuspecting bathers island wide. Complaints of being pickpocketed on the beach are now a daily phenomenon, police spokesman Christos Andreou told CyBC’s morning radio on Tuesday. The increased surveillance by police has brought results with several perpetrators of […]

Economictimes.indiatimes.com 

Budget 2024: Easier norms for FDI, overseas investments proposed

Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman proposed easing norms for FDI and overseas investments, addressing a 3.49% decline in FDI to $44.42 billion in FY24 from countries like Mauritius and Singapore. The UNCTAD report shows India slipping to 15th in the World Investment Ranking. Measures include further liberalising FDI and allowing 100% FDI in the space sector.

International Business Times 

Bangladesh Arrest Total Passes 2,500: AFP Tally

The number of arrests in days of violence in Bangladesh passed the 2,500 mark in an AFP tally on Tuesday, after protests over employment quotas sparked widespread unrest.

NAIJ.COM (Nigeria News) 

India on $24 bn jobs drive in Modi's first post-election budget

India's government will spend $24 billion on employment and training, it said Tuesday, as Prime Minister Narendra Modi looks to address uneven economic growth and mollify disgruntled voters after a surprising election setback last month. Robust economic growth in India has driven a tax windfall, allowing the government to increase spending while still reducing debt.

BangkokPost.com 

Thailand signals another U-turn on cannabis

Thailand will work towards controlling the use of cannabis through legislation instead of re-listing it as a narcotic, according to Deputy Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul, signalling yet another policy U-turn.

Economictimes.indiatimes.com 

Coforge Q1 profit hit by acquisition, revenue up 8%

Coforge's revenue grew 8.1% YoY and 1.8% quarter-on-quarter (QoQ) to Rs 2,400.8 crore for the first quarter ending June as compared to Rs 2,221 crore in Q1FY24 and Rs 2,358.5 crore in the March quarter or Q4FY24.

Thehindubusinessline.com 

Key 2024 Union Budget announcements

The budget introduces personal income tax relief for four crore salaried and pensioners under the new tax regime, with the standard deduction increased to ₹75,000 from ₹50,000. The deduction on family pension for pensioners will be enhanced to ₹25,000. The revised tax rate structure includes 0% for income up to ₹3 lakh, 5% for ₹3-7 lakh, 10% for ₹7-10 lakh, and 30% for income above ₹15 lakh. Salaried employees in the new regime can save up to ₹17,500.