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Have soiled, torn or damaged currency notes? Check RBI guidelines for exchange

[ad_1] Representative image (Credit: Canva) NEW DELHI: Tearing or damaging a currency note is a common mishap, but to ensure it doesn't lead to financial loss, the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has laid down clear rules for the exchange of damaged currency.The guidelines are meant to ensure that soiled, mutilated, or even badly deteriorated notes can be replaced based on the level of damage. These guidelines are mandatory for all authorised bank branches.Soiled notesCurrency that is dirty, discoloured, or bears minor tears is classified as soiled. Such notes can be exchanged at any bank branch, with or without holding an account. Banks either replace the notes on the spot or credit the amount to the customer's account.Mutilated notesNotes that are torn, missing portions, or severely damaged but still show essential security features are considered mutilated. These are evaluated under […]

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SC orders CBI probe into nexus between banks and builders across major cities | India News

[ad_1] NEW DELHI: The Supreme Court on Tuesday directed the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) to register seven preliminary enquiries (PEs) into suspected collusion between prominent banks and real estate developers across multiple cities.The top court also directed the UP, Haryana DGPs to give a list of DSPs, inspector, constables to the CBI to constitute a special investigation team (SIT), reported news agency PTI.The court order aims at protecting homebuyers in cities including Noida, Gurugram, Greater Noida (Yamuna Expressway), Mohali, Mumbai, Kolkata and Allahabad.The apex court observed that there was prima facie evidence of a nexus between reputed financial institutions and builders, which facilitated large-scale wrongdoing and financial exploitation of thousands of homebuyers.SC had in July last year protected homebuyers and directed that no coercive action be taken against them by banks or builders regarding payment of EMIs and no […]

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Atlanta Mayor Andre Dickens makes the case for reelection

[ad_1] Atlanta Mayor Andre Dickens (Image: AP) ATLANTA: After leading Atlanta out of the COVID-19 pandemic and a coinciding crime spike, Mayor Andre Dickens believes he deserves a second term as the city soon hosts its most high-profile event since the 1996 Olympics. Dickens recently launched his reelection campaign with $1.4 million in the bank and support from Atlanta's business and political elite, including civil rights hero and former mayor Andrew Young and Jason Carter, Jimmy Carter's grandson. Atlanta's next mayor will preside as visitors flood the city for eight matches of the 2026 World Cup. No prominent challengers have emerged for the fall election. If that holds through candidate qualifying in August, Dickens' second mayoral bid could forgo the drama of 2021, when the then-city councilman won a surprise victory over two better-known rivals. Dickens says he's fulfilling promises […]

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‘What MS Dhoni did for Jharkhand, Vaibhav Suryavanshi is doing it for Bihar’ | Cricket News

[ad_1] Rajasthan Royals' Vaibhav Suryavanshi celebrates after scoring a century during the Indian Premier League cricket match between Rajasthan Royals and Gujarat Titans at Sawai Mansingh Stadium in Jaipur, India, Monday, April 28, 2025. (AP Photo/Surjeet Yadav) On a cold January night in 2024, Aushtosh Aman saw Vaibhav Suryavanshi shadow practicing in a hotel gallery in Patna. Ashutosh, who was the captain of Bihar, enquired, "Chotu, khana khaya re (Have you eaten?)." A stunned 12-year-old fumbled and replied, "Man nahi kar raha bhaiaya (I don't feel like eating)." Ashutosh instructed him to wear a jacket and cap and took him out for dinner. On the dinner table, a confused Vaibhav asked, "Bhaiya, kuch samajh nahi aa raha, mutton aur chawal order kar dijiye (Brother, I am not able to understand the menu, just order mutton and rice for me)."The next […]

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Kerala SSLC result 2025 expected to release on this date: Check ways to access marksheets and what latest updates suggest

[ad_1] Kerala SSLC result 2025: The Kerala Board of Public Examinations (KBPE) is likely to announce the SSLC (Class 10) Result 2025 in the second week of May, with tentative expectations pointing to May 8. While the official result date is yet to be confirmed by the board, the trend from previous years suggests a similar timeline.Once declared, the results will be available in online mode. Students who appeared for the Kerala SSLC exams can check their scores by visiting the official websites — pareekshabhavan.kerala.gov.in and results.kite.kerala.gov.in.Kerala SSLC result 2025: Steps to accessCandidates can check the steps provided here to access the Kerala SSLC result 2025Visit the official website: Go to either of the official result portals — pareekshabhavan.kerala.gov.in or results.kite.kerala.gov.in.Locate the result link: On the homepage, find and click on the link that says ‘Kerala SSLC Result 2025’.Enter required […]

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Aamir Khan’s ‘Sitaare Zameen Par’ trailer launch postponed following Pahalgam tragedy – Exclusive | Hindi Movie News

[ad_1] The trailer of Aamir Khan and Genelia D souza starrer, much-anticipated film ‘Sitaare Zameen Par’, which was scheduled to release this week, has been postponed due to the recent Pahalgam tragedy. The decision was made as a gesture of respect for the lives lost and the somber national mood that has followed.Aamir Khan reunites with Fatima Sana Shaikh, ropes in ‘Dangal’ co-star for his next production‘Sitaare Zameen Par’ is widely regarded as the spiritual sequel to the 2007 cult classic ‘Taare Zameen Par’, a film that left an indelible mark on Indian cinema with its heartfelt portrayal of childhood struggles and the transformative power of empathy. The new film, while thematically distinct, promises to continue the emotional richness and social sensitivity that defined the earlier film. This film explores the transformative journey of a man forced to confront his […]

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Rajasthan Education Department Website Hack: Pakistani Hackers Link Pahalgam Attack to ‘Inside Job’ | Jaipur News

[ad_1] NEW DELHI: The official website of the Rajasthan Education Department was hacked on Tuesday, with objectionable content uploaded related to the 22 April terrorist attack in Pahalgam, Jammu and Kashmir, where 26 people, mostly tourists, were killed. The hackers also displayed a message mocking the Indian establishment over the 2019 capture of Indian Air Force officer Abhinandan Varthaman by Pakistan. The inflammatory posts appeared on the homepage of the website. In one of the posts, the hackers, identifying themselves as members of the "Pakistan Cyber Force", made inflammatory remarks targeting India and referenced the recent Pahalgam attack. The message claimed the incident was an "inside job" and contained threatening language, stating: "You lit the fire. Now brace for the meltdown. Next hit won't be with bullets- it'll be Bytes. The tea is fantastic. No boarders. No warning. No mercy." […]

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Error-free UPI transactions: NPCI bans nicknames in UPI payments – here’s how it will benefit users

[ad_1] NEW DELHI: In a significant move to enhance user safety and transparency in digital transactions, the National Payments Corporation of India (NPCI) has directed all Unified Payments Interface (UPI) applications to display only the ‘ultimate beneficiary name’, as recorded in the Core Banking System (CBS), during peer-to-peer (P2P) and peer-to-merchant (P2PM) transactions.In a circular dated April 24, 2025, the NPCI issued an addendum to its earlier guidelines, mandating UPI apps to ensure that only the bank-registered name of the recipient is shown on the transaction confirmation screen and in the transaction history.The directive must be fully implemented by June 30, 2025, failing which non-compliance action will follow.According to NPCI, the "ultimate beneficiary" is the person or entity receiving funds for services or goods provided. Going forward, names fetched directly from the Validate Address API – the same used to […]

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Who are ‘The Seraphites’ in ‘The Last of Us’? Here’s what we know |

[ad_1] ‘The Last of Us’ season 2 continues to thrive with high ratings and a gripping storyline. With the shocking death of Joel Miller (played by Pedro Pascal), Ellie (played by Bella Ramsey) has been mourning while seeking justice for his death. However, when she tried to avenge his death, a cult was introduced in the apocalyptic world - ‘The Seraphites.’ Who are the Seraphites?When the cult was introduced, the group leader explained that they believe in a ‘Prophet.’ While the prophet has not been introduced yet, it is known that she has been dead for years and her teachings have influenced the cult. Well, the series is inspired by a video game, and they do have insights about the cult. The history of the SeraphitesThe cult, based in Seattle, believes that the deceased woman had divine judgment and had […]

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Canada election: Mark Carney’s Liberal party wins – What comes next? FAQ

[ad_1] Mark Carney’s Liberal Party has won Canada’s federal election and will form the next government. While it’s not yet clear whether the party has secured an outright majority, projections confirm the Liberals will lead the next Parliament.Has the winner been declared?Shortly after 10:00 pm EDT (around 7:30 am IST), Canada’s public broadcaster CBC News projected that Mark Carney’s Liberal Party would secure enough seats to form the next government.While vote counting is still in progress, it remains uncertain whether the Liberals will reach the 172-seat threshold needed for a majority. Elections Canada is continuing to count ballots manually in the presence of witnesses, with final seat totals expected in the coming hours.Is Mark Carney already the Prime Minister?Carney, who was sworn in as Prime Minister on March 14 following Justin Trudeau’s resignation, will continue in office without the need […]