Ballia News Digest
Nationally, India's RBI held repo rates steady while projecting 6.9% GDP growth, and the Centre resolved a standoff with student protesters by assuring no cases against them.
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RBI Holds Repo Rate; GDP Growth Projected at 6.9%
The Reserve Bank of India kept the repo rate unchanged while projecting India's real GDP growth for the current fiscal year at 6.9%, signaling steady monetary policy amid economic expansion.
Centre Assures No Cases Against Student Protesters
The Centre provided assurances that no cases would be filed against students involved in protests, leading the Common Admission Test Joint Entrance Examination Committee to call off a planned September 5 protest.
India Secures 70% of Crude Oil Imports Outside Strait of Hormuz
India's Petroleum Ministry announced that the country has secured 70% of its crude oil imports from sources outside the Strait of Hormuz, reducing dependency on a critical chokepoint.
PM Modi Calls for Economic Self-Reliance
Prime Minister Narendra Modi made seven appeals for economic self-reliance, emphasizing domestic production and reduced dependence on foreign goods and services.
J&K Lt Governor Calls for Robust Counter-Terror Strategy
The Lieutenant Governor of Jammu and Kashmir called for a robust counter-terror strategy and intensified area domination operations to address security challenges in the region.
Supreme Court Cancels FIRs Against CJP Protesters
The Supreme Court cancelled all FIRs filed against Common Admission Test protesters, with criminal antecedents as the only exception, addressing concerns over criminalization of dissent.
Delhi Voter List Revision: Tughlakabad Tops Missing List
Delhi's voter list revision identified Tughlakabad as the constituency with the highest number of missing voters, followed by Okhla, ahead of upcoming electoral processes.
Maharashtra Grants 1-Year Relief to Oil Traders
Maharashtra announced a one-year relief period for traders regarding the sale of loose edible oil, providing regulatory flexibility during a transition period.
ED Raises Transfer Racket Concerns in Punjab
The Enforcement Directorate told court that despite seven letters to Punjab Police, no FIR has been filed in a 'transfer racket' case, highlighting investigative delays.
AIMPLB Launches Campaign for Constitutional Protection
The All India Muslim Personal Law Board announced a campaign aimed at protecting the Constitution and Sharia law provisions.