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PNB Looks Forward To Recover Rs 1,800 Crore From 'Mission Gandhigiri'

The state-run moneylender Punjab National Bank is looking forward to recovering around Rs 1,800 crore with help of its non-performing assets (NPAs) recovery mechanism they have termed - "Mission Gandhigiri" - which is soon to complete one year of operation. The passive recovery mechanism was launched in May 2017 and had consistently delivered positive results with an average recovery of Rs 150 crore from the initiative, confirmed a senior bank official. "The mission was born out of the need to...

AASTHA SINGAL | April 20 , 2018

County Stint Will Help Me Improve As A Batsman: Kohli

Indian captain Virat Kohli feels that playing county cricket in England ahead of their tour later this summer will help improve his game.It was confirmed last month that the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) had granted permission for him to seek a deal."Playing county cricket will help me improve my game," Kohli told NDTV on Thursday."I think it makes things more challenging and more competitive and there are no guarantees whether you are going to do well even if you go in advance. ALSO...

IANS | April 20 , 2018

India To Bid For 2026 Youth Olympics, 2030 Asian Games And 2032 Olympics

The Indian Olympic Association (IOA) on Thursday have decided to bid for 2026 Youth Olympics, 2030 Asian Games and 2032 Olympics. This intent has made them receive appreciation from the visiting International Olympic Committee (IOC) president Thomas Bach. "We have taken note with great appreciation of the intention of IOA to host future Youth Olympics and Summer Olympics. It would be fantastic for Indian athletes to have their Olympics in their home country. It will give a boost to sports in India...

NEWS WORLD INDIA | April 20 , 2018

Lance Armstrong Reaches $5 Million Settlement With US Govt Over Doping Violation

Cyclist Lance Armstrong has agreed to pay $5 million in a settlement case with the US Government stemming from his drug-fuelled reign as king of the Tour de France, it was confirmed on Thursday. The former cycling superstar was due to face a trial next month over claims he defrauded the US government when he doped while racing for his the United States Postal Service-sponsored team. The Postal Service and former teammate Floyd Landis demanded $100 million in damages previously from Armstrong in...

NEWS WORLD INDIA | April 20 , 2018

Celebrating 11 Years Of Togetherness With Aishwarya, Abhishek Shares A Heart-Warming Painting

In today's competitive time and life, not many couples last together but Abhishek Bachchan and Aishwarya Rai are among those few couples who still make us believe in the happily ever after with their inspiring journey as a married couple. The power couple has completed 11 years of togetherness on Friday as man and wife and the entire nation is gushing over the fact how after so many years, they still look so much in love. As a yearly ritual, Abhishek shared a heart-warming picture to mark the occasion. Venturing...

AASTHA SINGAL | April 20 , 2018

Arsene Wenger Steps Down As Arsenal Manager After 21 Years

Arsenal’s French manager Arsene Wenger confirmed on Friday that he will be stepping down as manager of the English football club at the end of the season. He led the club for 21 years. Wenger whose name became synonymous with Arsenal has been the most successful manager of the club’s history but has recently has been at the wrong end of the sword when it came to performances and results. “After careful consideration and following discussions with the club, I feel it is the right time for...

NEWS WORLD INDIA | April 20 , 2018

Women Can Now Have full Term Service In Indian Navy, Rules Delhi High Court

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In a landmark judgement, Delhi High Court on Friday allowed women to get permanent commission in Indian Navy, ending years old discrimination. A Division Bench headed by Justice Kailash Gambhir observed while allowing the writ petition moved by a group of women naval officers that the courts would “frown upon an endeavor to block progress of women”. The Court held that women could now have full term service similar to their male counterparts in the Indian Navy and enjoy retirement benefits.