August 2023 – Page 4

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Multilevel parking will be built near Sukhna Lake, Chandigarh

Travel

Chandigarh, known for its architectural marvels and well-planned infrastructure, attracts a significant number of tourists to its popular attractions, such as Sukhna Lake and Rock Garden. To ensure the convenience of both tourists and residents, the administration has proposed the construction of a multilevel parking facility near Sukhna Lake. This initiative aims to address the parking issues faced by visitors and the local community. The process for implementing this proposal involves various stages, including traffic police assessment, urban planning, engineering, and tender allocation. Once completed, the multilevel parking facility will alleviate parking problems for those visiting Sukhna Lake and Rock Garden. Recognizing the need to provide adequate parking facilities, the admin...

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Travel agent cheated ₹ 5.77 lakh in the name of getting Australia visa

World

A travel agent named Gaurav Joshi, residing in Daba, has been accused of extorting a significant amount of money from a young man under the pretense of assisting him in obtaining an Australian visa. The victim, Gaganpreet Singh, a resident of Suraj Nagar, New Shimlapuri, shared his ordeal, stating that he had approached Gaurav Joshi with the intention of traveling to Australia. The accused, Gaurav Joshi, assured Gaganpreet Singh that he would facilitate the visa process and urged him to make immediate payments. Over time, Gaganpreet Singh handed over a total sum of Rs 5.77 lakh to Gaurav Joshi, expecting the visa to be processed accordingly. However, to his dismay, the promised visa never materialized. As the situation unfolded, Gaganpreet Singh found himself repeatedly ignored by Ga...

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28% GST on online gaming from October 1

Business, News

In a recent announcement by Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman, it has been revealed that online gaming will now attract a Goods and Services Tax (GST) rate of 28% starting from October 1. This decision was made during the 51st meeting of the GST Council. The Finance Minister clarified that the 28% GST rate will be applicable to online gaming right from the entry level itself. This means that the tax will be based on the face value of the gaming transactions. It is important to note that this rate will be reviewed after a period of six months to assess its impact and effectiveness. During the meeting, representatives from Delhi, Goa, and Sikkim requested a reconsideration of the decision made on July 11 regarding online gaming taxation. However, the decision to impose a 28% GST rate...

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T20 League: Smriti Mandhana’s half-century in the first match of The Hundred

Sports

In the opening match of The Hundred, held in Nottingham, Indian cricketer Smriti Mandhana showcased her brilliance by scoring a half-century. Mandhana's impressive knock of 55 runs came off just 36 balls, providing a solid foundation for her team, the Southern Braves. Her innings included some exquisite shots and displayed her skill and ability as a top-class batter. The Southern Braves, with contributions from Mandhana and other players, managed to post a competitive total of 157/6 on the scoreboard. Alongside Mandhana, Maiya also played a quickfire innings, scoring 31 runs off just 18 balls. Their partnership and aggressive batting helped the team set a challenging target for their opponents, the Trent Rockets. However, the Trent Rockets struggled in their chase and could only must...

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England and Australia fined for slow overs

Sports

The International Cricket Council (ICC) has taken disciplinary action against both England and Australia for their slow over rates during the Ashes series. As a consequence, both teams have incurred penalties in the points table of the ICC World Test Championship. England, who were found guilty of slow over rates in four out of the five Tests, have been docked a total of 19 points. This deduction reflects the seriousness of the offense and serves as a deterrent against future violations. The penalty aims to maintain the integrity and pace of the game, ensuring that matches progress at an acceptable rate. Similarly, Australia, in the fourth Test, were found to have bowled 10 overs less than the required quota. As a result, they have been fined a maximum of 50% of their match fee. This...

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ODI WC 2023: India and Pakistan match will now be held on October 14

Sports

In a recent development, the highly anticipated 2023 ODI World Cup match between India and Pakistan has been rescheduled from October 15 to October 14. The International Cricket Council (ICC) is expected to release the revised schedule by the end of the week, taking into account this change. The decision to change the date was made due to logistical reasons and concerns regarding security arrangements. With Navratri, a major Hindu festival, commencing on October 15, it would have been challenging for the police to ensure adequate security for the match on that day. Therefore, the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) agreed to the rescheduling, and the match will still take place in Ahmedabad as planned. It's important to note that this change in schedule will have a ripple effect on other ma...

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Punjab Government will give compensation to 12 districts of flood affected areas

Politics

The recent floods in Punjab have caused significant losses for the people in the affected areas. Recognizing the severity of the situation, the state government has taken steps to assess the extent of the damage and provide compensation to those affected. The government has already conducted an assessment and estimated the losses to be around Rs 2500 crores. In order to address this issue, they have requested a package of Rs 1300 crores from the central government. However, as the process of receiving funds from the central government may take some time, the state government has decided to take immediate action to compensate the affected individuals. To ensure a fair and accurate assessment of the damages, the government has initiated a door-to-door survey in the 12 districts of Moha...

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Gold worth Rs 49.12 lakh recovered from a passenger from Dubai

Business

In a recent incident at Sri Guru Ramdas Ji International Airport in Amritsar, the Customs Preventive team successfully recovered 808 grams of gold from a passenger arriving from Dubai. The estimated value of the seized gold is approximately Rs 49.12 lakh. The incident took place on Tuesday morning when SpiceJet flight SG 56 arrived. The customs spokesperson reported that during the routine inspection, one of the passengers raised suspicion. Although no gold was found during the initial luggage search, upon further questioning, it was discovered that the passenger had concealed gold inside his anus. A thorough personal search was conducted, and three capsules weighing a total of 1173 grams were found hidden in his rectum. These capsules contained 808 grams of gold, which were later ext...

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Punjab: Vigilance arrests Patwari taking bribe of ₹ 20 thousand in Barnala

Legal News

The Punjab Vigilance Bureau has caught a Patwari red-handed while taking a bribe. The accused, Jatinder Singh, who is a Patwari of Halka Handiyaya C of Goods Department, was caught taking a bribe of Rs 20,000 from a farmer. The team, led by Vigilance Bureau Inspector Gurmail Singh, arrested him on the spot. According to the complaint filed by Jaswinder Singh, a resident of Barnala, he had approached Patwari Jatinder Singh to get his land measuring about 9 kanals executed. However, the Patwari demanded a bribe in addition to the government fees to get the work done after a few days. Jaswinder Singh then approached the Vigilance Bureau and filed a complaint against the Patwari. Inspector Gurmel Singh stated that a case has been registered against the accused Patwari under the Prevention...

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WHO: Children above 10 years need 400 grams of fruits and vegetables

Education

The World Health Organization (WHO) has recently released new guidelines on fat and carbohydrate intake, with a particular focus on children's nutrition. These guidelines aim to address the growing concern of obesity among children. According to the WHO, it is recommended that children aged 2 to 5 years consume at least 250 grams of vegetables and fruits daily. For children aged 6 to 9 years, the recommended intake increases to 350 grams, and for children aged 10 years and older, it is advised to consume at least 400 grams of vegetables and fruits daily. Including a variety of vegetables and fruits in their diet ensures that children receive essential vitamins, minerals, and dietary fiber necessary for their growth and development. In addition to the recommended intake of vegetables ...