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India flags failure to meet financial pledges for climate adaptation
India expresses concern over failure of developed countries to meet financial commitments for Just Transition, climate adaptation
 "India flags failure to meet financial pledges for climate adaptation")
India ranks 96 out of 180 countries in Corruption Perceptions Index 2024
The index, which ranks 180 countries by their perceived levels of public sector corruption uses a scale of zero to 100, where "zero" is highly corrupt and "100" is very clean
 "India ranks 96 out of 180 countries in Corruption Perceptions Index 2024")
UPDATES: Vedanta's Committee of Directors approves raising up to Rs 3,000 cr via NCDs
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 "UPDATES: Vedanta's Committee of Directors approves raising up to Rs 3,000 cr via NCDs")
Before GIS, MP releases key policies including industrial and export policy
According to officials from the industry department, the government has made key changes in its policies to attract industrialists, multinational companies, and investors ahead of GIS
 "Before GIS, MP releases key policies including industrial and export policy")
SC asks Election Commission response on pleas for EVM verification
The bench asked the poll panel to file its response within 15 days and explain the procedure adopted and posted the matter in the week commencing March 3
 "SC asks Election Commission response on pleas for EVM verification")
Budget Session highlights: Govt using 99% borrowings for capex, which is 4.3% of GDP, says FM
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 "Budget Session highlights: Govt using 99% borrowings for capex, which is 4.3% of GDP, says FM")
JEE-Main results: 14 candidates score perfect 100, maximum from Rajasthan
Twelve out of the 14 top scorers are from general category and one each from OBC and SC categories
 "JEE-Main results: 14 candidates score perfect 100, maximum from Rajasthan")
PNB fraud case: Mehul Choksi in Belgium for cancer treatment, says lawyer
A special PMLA court in Mumbai is hearing the Enforcement Directorate's plea to declare Choksi a fugitive economic offender (FEO)
 "PNB fraud case: Mehul Choksi in Belgium for cancer treatment, says lawyer")
40% rural youth struggle for jobs over lack of skills, language proficiency
The survey, which gathered insights from 1,200 youths and working individuals across five states - Delhi, Uttar Pradesh, Karnataka, Punjab, and Andhra Pradesh
 "40% rural youth struggle for jobs over lack of skills, language proficiency")
IIT Madras, Isro develop semiconductor for space research, other sectors
State and private sector organisations involved in developing chip indigenously
 "IIT Madras, Isro develop semiconductor for space research, other sectors")
PM Modi to inaugurate Global Investors Summit in Bhopal on Feb 24: CM Yadav
PM Modi will perform bhoomipujan ceremony of a cancer hospital in Chhatarpur on February 23 and inaugurate the GIS the next day, a state government official said
Bhagwant Mann rejects exodus claims by Cong, says AAP is united in Punjab
Mann's remarks came after a crucial meeting with AAP national convenor Arvind Kejriwal at Kapurthala House in Delhi, attended by all 91 Punjab AAP MLAs and senior party leaders
 "Bhagwant Mann rejects exodus claims by Cong, says AAP is united in Punjab")
No need for round-the-clock manning of every ATM, says Supreme Court
A bench of Justices B R Gavai and K Vinod Chandran took note of the submissions of solicitor general Tushar Mehta, appearing for some banks, that it was not practical to deploy security guards
 "No need for round-the-clock manning of every ATM, says Supreme Court")
Manipur govt asks people to stay calm, not to fall prey to misinformation
To ensure that people receive accurate information, the government has set up a control room, where citizens can verify any news or information they come across
 "Manipur govt asks people to stay calm, not to fall prey to misinformation")
Non-delivery of medical services in rural areas far from truth: JP Nadda
During Question Hour in the Rajya Sabha, the minister said there may be less number of doctors posted on ground in rural areas but the shortage is being addressed by the government
 "Non-delivery of medical services in rural areas far from truth: JP Nadda")
Aadhaar was a $1.3 billion 'misstep', says Hotmail Co-Founder Sabeer Bhatia
Hotmail Co-Founder Sabeer Bhatia criticised Aadhaar, stating that voiceprints and video recordings would have been cheaper and better at automating security and verification processes
 "Aadhaar was a $1.3 billion 'misstep', says Hotmail Co-Founder Sabeer Bhatia")
Govt to use AI to track mule accounts in cyber fraud crackdown: Amit Shah
Union Home Minister Amit Shah said that 399 banks and financial intermediaries are now working in coordination with the Indian government
 "Govt to use AI to track mule accounts in cyber fraud crackdown: Amit Shah")
Draft UGC regulations for VCs selection 'anti-constitutional': Mahua Moitra
According to draft regulations, industry experts, as well as senior professionals from public administration, public policy and public sector undertakings, might soon be eligible for appointment as VC
 "Draft UGC regulations for VCs selection 'anti-constitutional': Mahua Moitra")
Remote work can empower businesses and women: Andhra CM Naidu's WFH push
Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister Naidu looks to expand WFH opportunities to encourage greater workforce participation, calling it integral to modern employment structures
 "Remote work can empower businesses and women: Andhra CM Naidu's WFH push")
Private university bill necessary in accordance with times: Kerala edu min
The Cabinet has also approved amendments to university laws, removing the provision that allowed universities to set up study centres outside the state and abroad
 "Private university bill necessary in accordance with times: Kerala edu min")
