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As the Muslim community across the world is observing the holy month of Ramadan, the favourite food to break the fast remains dates. Markets across Kashmir witnessed business of over $12 million&nbsp;during the month of Ramadan alone.&nbsp;It also became&nbsp;one of the most sold food items during this month.

While the demand for dates during the month of Ramadan across the Kashmir Valley is huge, dealers have brought over a dozen varieties of dates this time. People are thronging the markets specially for buying dates and some dealers are already out of stock.

With dates worth over $360K&nbsp;sold per day during the month of Ramadan, the dealers are sure that this year the date business will break all the previous market records.

''Ramadan is a blessed month for us. Dates are very pious for us as our prophet used to have them. This month people buy a lot of dates. We all break our fast during the month of Ramadan with dates. We have sold so much in&nbsp;this Ramadan that our supplies are finished. We have a huge variety of dates in the market. Very nice season this Ramadan." said Irfan Ahmad, a dates dealer.

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In the holy month, there are various foods whose sales go up drastically including dates. There are various types of dates which are sold here, imported from various countries for the Ramadan. The Ajwa, Mabroom, Kalmi, Sudayi, Sukhri, Amber and Merjol are the types that are sold in the market.

''In the month of Ramadan, we have brought multiple types of dates. The people buy dates in huge quantities during the month of Ramadan. Kalmi, Medjoul and Amber and Ajwa are available with us. We break our fast with dates. Around 90 per cent of people break the fast during the month of Ramadan with dates. We get a lot of customers from across the Valley and this year we have had a huge market,'' said Sajad Ahmad, a dates dealer.

Several other foods are also made specially for Iftar, a time to break the fast. Phirni, Halwa, fruits custard, and Sewaiyan are sold in every area of the valley. But dates still remain a must in every household.

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''This is a blessed month of Ramadan. There is a huge demand for dates in the market and this time they have sold like anything. We have so many types of dates available in the market. We are getting dates from Jordan. People are buying in huge quantities and now they want different types for its benefits. Mabroom and Kalmi and Medjoul are favourites among Kashmiris," said Mehraj Uddin,&nbsp;a dates dealer.

Dates are said to have multiple health benefits for the people fasting.

As the Muslim community across the world is observing the holy month of Ramadan, the favourite food to break the fast remains dates. Markets across Kashmir witnessed business of over $12 million during the month of Ramadan alone.

As the Muslim community across the world is observing the holy month of Ramadan, the favourite food to break the fast remains dates. Markets across Kashmir witnessed business of over $12 million during the month of Ramadan alone. It also became one of the most sold food items during this month. While the demand for dates during the month of Ramadan across the Kashmir Valley is huge, dealers have brought over a dozen varieties of dates this time. People are thronging the markets specially for buying dates and some dealers are already out of stock. With dates worth over $360K sold per day during the month of Ramadan, the dealers are sure that this year the date business will break all the previous market records. ''Ramadan is a blessed month for us. Dates are very pious for us as our prophet used to have them. This month people buy a lot of dates. We all break our fast during the month of Ramadan with dates. We have sold so much in this Ramadan that our supplies are finished. We have a huge variety of dates in the market. Very nice season this Ramadan." said Irfan Ahmad, a dates dealer. Also read | Nigeria’s Islamic police arrest non-fasting Muslims during Ramadan In the holy month, there are various foods whose sales go up drastically including dates. There are various types of dates which are sold here, imported from various countries for the Ramadan. The Ajwa, Mabroom, Kalmi, Sudayi, Sukhri, Amber and Merjol are the types that are sold in the market. ''In the month of Ramadan, we have brought multiple types of dates. The people buy dates in huge quantities during the month of Ramadan. Kalmi, Medjoul and Amber and Ajwa are available with us. We break our fast with dates. Around 90 per cent of people break the fast during the month of Ramadan with dates. We get a lot of customers from across the Valley and this year we have had a huge market,'' said Sajad Ahmad, a dates dealer. Several other foods are also made specially for Iftar, a time to break the fast. Phirni, Halwa, fruits custard, and Sewaiyan are sold in every area of the valley. But dates still remain a must in every household. Also watch | Ramadan 2024: In India, Ramadan to begin on March 12 ''This is a blessed month of Ramadan. There is a huge demand for dates in the market and this time they have sold like anything. We have so many types of dates available in the market. We are getting dates from Jordan. People are buying in huge quantities and now they want different types for its benefits. Mabroom and Kalmi and Medjoul are favourites among Kashmiris," said Mehraj Uddin, a dates dealer. Dates are said to have multiple health benefits for the people fasting.

Kashmir: Dates become most-sold food item during Ramadan as sales surge

The Congress Working Committee, the party's top decision-making body, held a meeting on Tuesday to discuss and approve the party's manifesto for the Lok Sabha elections.

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The Congress party convened its Central Election Committee (CEC) gathering at its New Delhi headquarters on Tuesday. At the session, news agency ANI citing informed sources said, the party concluded the selection of candidates for 12 Lok Sabha seats in West Bengal.

Meanwhile, party leader Sukhjinder Singh Randhawa stated, "We will convene another meeting tomorrow." He mentioned that the criteria for candidate selection remain unchanged. Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah also affirmed, "Tomorrow, we will disclose our list of candidates."

Siddaramaiah's remark followed the Congress Central Election Committee (CEC) gathering in Delhi on Tuesday. Karnataka contributes 28 members to the Lok Sabha. West Bengal has 42 Lok Sabha seats. Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee's Trinamool Congress had announced candidates for all seats on March 10 even though&nbsp;the Congress and TMC are both part of the opposition's INDIA bloc.

The Congress party unveiled candidates for 82 out of the total 543 Lok Sabha seats. In its initial roster on March 8, the party disclosed 39 candidates, including prominent figures like Rahul Gandhi, DK Suresh, and Shashi Tharoor. Subsequently, the second list, released on March 12, featured names such as Gaurav Gogoi, Nakul Nath, and Vaibhav Gehlot.

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<h2>Working committee meeting for poll manifesto approval</h2>

Earlier in the day, the Congress convened a session of its Working Committee, the apex decision-making body, to deliberate and sanction the party's manifesto for the forthcoming Lok Sabha elections.

Apart from ex-party heads Sonia Gandhi and Rahul Gandhi, senior figures like Ambika Soni, Priyanka Gandhi Vadra, P Chidambaram, Digvijaya Singh, Ajay Maken, and Kumari Selja were also present at the gathering.

"The Congress Working Committee (CWC) today extensively discussed the Congress Manifesto for 2024 elections. Since 1926, the Congress Party’s Manifesto has stood as a testament to trust and commitment," the party said in a post on X.

Following the meeting, Kharge tweeted, "The 5 pillars of #BharatJodoNyayYatra -&nbsp;Kisan Nyay, Yuva Nyay, Naari Nyay, Shramik Nyay and Hissedari Nyay have 5 guarantees each." He added, "Right from 1926, Congress Party’s Manifesto has been regarded as a "document of trust and commitment."

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The national Lok Sabha Elections are set to take place in seven phases starting from April 19. On April 19, the first phase of voting will take place, covering 102 parliamentary constituencies. Subsequently, the second phase, including 89 constituencies, will be held on April 26, followed by the third phase with 94 constituencies on May 7.

The voting for the fourth phase, covering 96 seats, is slated for May 13, followed by the fifth phase for 49 seats on May 20. On May 25, the sixth phase will see polling for 57 parliamentary constituencies, while the seventh and final phase, encompassing another 57 seats, is scheduled for June 1. The results will be announced on June 4.

(With inputs from agencies)

The Congress party convened its Central Election Committee (CEC) gathering at its New Delhi headquarters on Tuesday. At the session, news agency ANI citing informed sources said, the party concluded the selection of candidates for 12 Lok Sabha seats in West Bengal.

The Congress party convened its Central Election Committee (CEC) gathering at its New Delhi headquarters on Tuesday. At the session, news agency ANI citing informed sources said, the party concluded the selection of candidates for 12 Lok Sabha seats in West Bengal. Meanwhile, party leader Sukhjinder Singh Randhawa stated, "We will convene another meeting tomorrow." He mentioned that the criteria for candidate selection remain unchanged. Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah also affirmed, "Tomorrow, we will disclose our list of candidates." Siddaramaiah's remark followed the Congress Central Election Committee (CEC) gathering in Delhi on Tuesday. Karnataka contributes 28 members to the Lok Sabha. West Bengal has 42 Lok Sabha seats. Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee's Trinamool Congress had announced candidates for all seats on March 10 even though the Congress and TMC are both part of the opposition's INDIA bloc. The Congress party unveiled candidates for 82 out of the total 543 Lok Sabha seats. In its initial roster on March 8, the party disclosed 39 candidates, including prominent figures like Rahul Gandhi, DK Suresh, and Shashi Tharoor. Subsequently, the second list, released on March 12, featured names such as Gaurav Gogoi, Nakul Nath, and Vaibhav Gehlot. Also read | Who is Pashupati Kumar Paras, union minister who resigned after poll alliance snub in Bihar? Working committee meeting for poll manifesto approval Earlier in the day, the Congress convened a session of its Working Committee, the apex decision-making body, to deliberate and sanction the party's manifesto for the forthcoming Lok Sabha elections. Apart from ex-party heads Sonia Gandhi and Rahul Gandhi, senior figures like Ambika Soni, Priyanka Gandhi Vadra, P Chidambaram, Digvijaya Singh, Ajay Maken, and Kumari Selja were also present at the gathering. "The Congress Working Committee (CWC) today extensively discussed the Congress Manifesto for 2024 elections. Since 1926, the Congress Party’s Manifesto has stood as a testament to trust and commitment," the party said in a post on X. Following the meeting, Kharge tweeted, "The 5 pillars of #BharatJodoNyayYatra - Kisan Nyay, Yuva Nyay, Naari Nyay, Shramik Nyay and Hissedari Nyay have 5 guarantees each." He added, "Right from 1926, Congress Party’s Manifesto has been regarded as a "document of trust and commitment." Also watch | Indian PM Modi welcomes Bhutanese PM Dasho Tshering Tobgay The national Lok Sabha Elections are set to take place in seven phases starting from April 19. On April 19, the first phase of voting will take place, covering 102 parliamentary constituencies. Subsequently, the second phase, including 89 constituencies, will be held on April 26, followed by the third phase with 94 constituencies on May 7. The voting for the fourth phase, covering 96 seats, is slated for May 13, followed by the fifth phase for 49 seats on May 20. On May 25, the sixth phase will see polling for 57 parliamentary constituencies, while the seventh and final phase, encompassing another 57 seats, is scheduled for June 1. The results will be announced on June 4. (With inputs from agencies)

Congress to release third Lok Sabha candidate list? Meeting held by Sonia Gandhi, Kharge

India and China are locked in a strategic dance in South Asia, vying for influence. With upcoming elections across the subcontinent, the delicate balance between these two players could shift dramatically. This report analyses how election outcomes could tip the scales and impact the future of South Asia.

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Let's now get you a glimpse of celebrations happening in India's Northern State of Uttar Pradesh. Devotees gathered in the temple town of Mathura to celebrate Holi the Festival of Colors.

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During a journey aboard the Padatik Express from Sealdah to New Alipurduar in India's West Bengal,&nbsp;a woman unexpectedly went into labour, prompting a swift response from passengers and train staff. Without delay, they converted the train's general compartment into an ad-hoc delivery room to ensure a safe childbirth.

As the train neared Malda in West Bengal, the woman's labour pains intensified, prompting an urgent call for assistance. Responding immediately,&nbsp;a medical team from the District Railway Hospital (DRH) in Malda rushed to the scene to aid in the delivery process, as reported by India Today.&nbsp;

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<h2>Successful delivery on board</h2>

Under the expert guidance of the medical team, a successful cord division and placental delivery were performed on board the moving train, facilitating the safe arrival of a baby girl.

Following the delivery, both mother and newborn were transferred to a hospital for further medical attention and observation, ensuring their well-being.

In a similar incident, a medical professional, K Swathi Reddy, assisted in delivering a baby on board the Secunderabad-Visakhapatnam Duronto Superfast Express in Andhra Pradesh's Anakapalle district. Despite lacking proper medical equipment, Reddy used her expertise to ensure a smooth delivery process, emphasising the importance of preparedness during such emergencies.

Facing logistical challenges on board, Reddy improvised with available resources, such as Betadine surgical solution&nbsp;to sterilise her hands for the delivery. Despite limitations, she successfully guided the mother through childbirth.

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While Reddy faced constraints such as the absence of surgical instruments and warm water, she managed to ensure the newborn's comfort by wrapping her in warm clothing.

The couple, Satyanarayana and Satyavathi, hailing from Ponnam village in Vizianagaram district, were en route from Hyderabad to their native village when the unexpected birth occurred.

(With inputs from agencies)

During a journey aboard the Padatik Express from Sealdah to New Alipurduar in India's West Bengal, a woman unexpectedly went into labour, prompting a swift response from passengers and train staff.

During a journey aboard the Padatik Express from Sealdah to New Alipurduar in India's West Bengal, a woman unexpectedly went into labour, prompting a swift response from passengers and train staff. Without delay, they converted the train's general compartment into an ad-hoc delivery room to ensure a safe childbirth. As the train neared Malda in West Bengal, the woman's labour pains intensified, prompting an urgent call for assistance. Responding immediately, a medical team from the District Railway Hospital (DRH) in Malda rushed to the scene to aid in the delivery process, as reported by India Today. Also read | Badaun Double Murder Case: Key updates and what we know so far Successful delivery on board Under the expert guidance of the medical team, a successful cord division and placental delivery were performed on board the moving train, facilitating the safe arrival of a baby girl. Following the delivery, both mother and newborn were transferred to a hospital for further medical attention and observation, ensuring their well-being. In a similar incident, a medical professional, K Swathi Reddy, assisted in delivering a baby on board the Secunderabad-Visakhapatnam Duronto Superfast Express in Andhra Pradesh's Anakapalle district. Despite lacking proper medical equipment, Reddy used her expertise to ensure a smooth delivery process, emphasising the importance of preparedness during such emergencies. Facing logistical challenges on board, Reddy improvised with available resources, such as Betadine surgical solution to sterilise her hands for the delivery. Despite limitations, she successfully guided the mother through childbirth. Also watch | Lok Sabha Elections 2024: Will Bhartiya Janata Party open its tally in Tamil Nadu? While Reddy faced constraints such as the absence of surgical instruments and warm water, she managed to ensure the newborn's comfort by wrapping her in warm clothing. The couple, Satyanarayana and Satyavathi, hailing from Ponnam village in Vizianagaram district, were en route from Hyderabad to their native village when the unexpected birth occurred. (With inputs from agencies)

Indian woman gives birth on moving train. This is what happened next

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''Illegal Rohingyas have no fundamental right to reside in India''. India's central govt told the Supreme Court that illegal Rohingya Muslim migrants do not have a right to reside in India. While asserting that New Delhi does not recognise UNHCR refugee cards.

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India's direct tax collection has witnessed a significant surge, reaching a staggering ₹18.9 trillion (approximately $227 billion), marking a strong 20 per cent increase as reported by the Central Board of Direct Taxes (CBDT). <o:p></o:p>

According to reports, this growth is attributed to several factors including enhanced compliance measures and a buoyant economy. <o:p></o:p>

Key figures and breakdown <o:p></o:p>

According to government data, net direct tax collection surged by 19.88 per cent to surpass ₹18.9 trillion as of March 17, with Corporation Tax (CIT) contributing ₹9.14 trillion ($110 billion) and Personal Income Tax (PIT) including Securities Transaction Tax (STT) standing at ₹9.72 trillion ($117 billion). Refunds totalling approximately ₹3.37 trillion ($40 billion) have been issued during the current fiscal year. <o:p></o:p>

Government's projections and achievements <o:p></o:p>

Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman, in her budget presentation for FY25, revised the direct tax collection target to ₹19.45 trillion ($234 billion). <o:p></o:p>

The strong tax collection figures substantiate the upward revision, indicating a healthy fiscal outlook and economic resilience. <o:p></o:p>

Notably, gross direct tax collections before refunds soared to ₹22.27 trillion ($268 billion), showcasing a growth of 18.74 per cent compared to the previous fiscal period.<o:p></o:p>

Strategic measures and compliance initiatives <o:p></o:p>

According to a report by Mint, the government's proactive approach towards enhancing compliance and widening the tax base has yielded significant results. <o:p></o:p>

Leveraging advanced data analytics and information from various sources including banks, insurers, and registrars, the tax authorities have been able to scrutinise taxpayer transactions effectively, ensuring accurate assessment of tax liabilities. <o:p></o:p>

Moreover, the expansion of taxes deducted at source (TDS) has emerged as a pivotal strategy in bolstering compliance and augmenting revenue collection.<o:p></o:p>

Expert insights and analysis <o:p></o:p>

Mint cited Sumit Singhania, a partner at Deloitte India, who spoke about the sustained momentum in direct tax revenue, attributing it to ongoing tax policy reforms and prudent fiscal management. <o:p></o:p>

The nearly 20 per cent year-on-year growth highlights the government’s initiatives aimed at fostering a conducive tax environment and driving economic growth. <o:p></o:p>

The surge in tax collection reaffirms India's position as a resilient economy amidst global uncertainties. <o:p></o:p>

India's direct tax collection has witnessed a significant surge, reaching a staggering ₹18.9 trillion (approximately $227 billion), marking a strong 20 per cent increase as reported by the Central Board of Direct Taxes (CBDT).

India's direct tax collection has witnessed a significant surge, reaching a staggering ₹18.9 trillion (approximately $227 billion), marking a strong 20 per cent increase as reported by the Central Board of Direct Taxes (CBDT). According to reports, this growth is attributed to several factors including enhanced compliance measures and a buoyant economy. Key figures and breakdown According to government data, net direct tax collection surged by 19.88 per cent to surpass ₹18.9 trillion as of March 17, with Corporation Tax (CIT) contributing ₹9.14 trillion ($110 billion) and Personal Income Tax (PIT) including Securities Transaction Tax (STT) standing at ₹9.72 trillion ($117 billion). Refunds totalling approximately ₹3.37 trillion ($40 billion) have been issued during the current fiscal year. Government's projections and achievements Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman, in her budget presentation for FY25, revised the direct tax collection target to ₹19.45 trillion ($234 billion). The strong tax collection figures substantiate the upward revision, indicating a healthy fiscal outlook and economic resilience. Notably, gross direct tax collections before refunds soared to ₹22.27 trillion ($268 billion), showcasing a growth of 18.74 per cent compared to the previous fiscal period. Strategic measures and compliance initiatives According to a report by Mint, the government's proactive approach towards enhancing compliance and widening the tax base has yielded significant results. Leveraging advanced data analytics and information from various sources including banks, insurers, and registrars, the tax authorities have been able to scrutinise taxpayer transactions effectively, ensuring accurate assessment of tax liabilities. Moreover, the expansion of taxes deducted at source (TDS) has emerged as a pivotal strategy in bolstering compliance and augmenting revenue collection. Expert insights and analysis Mint cited Sumit Singhania, a partner at Deloitte India, who spoke about the sustained momentum in direct tax revenue, attributing it to ongoing tax policy reforms and prudent fiscal management. The nearly 20 per cent year-on-year growth highlights the government’s initiatives aimed at fostering a conducive tax environment and driving economic growth. The surge in tax collection reaffirms India's position as a resilient economy amidst global uncertainties.

India's direct tax collection soars, hitting $227 billion mark

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