New Zealand Jobless Rate Hits Three-Year High as Rates Bite
New Zealand's jobless rate has surged to a three-year peak of 3.3% as rising interest rates weigh on the economy. The increase is largely attributed to a jump in unemployment, particularly in construction and manufacturing sectors. Despite the rise, economists expect the labor market to remain tight as businesses continue to face hiring challenges.
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DC Edit | Low voter turnout not healthy for democracy
Low voter turnout weakens democracy by undermining its legitimacy. It suggests apathy, disengagement, and a lack of confidence in the electoral process. This can lead to unrepresentative governments and policies that fail to reflect the will of the people. Restoring voter turnout requires addressing apathy, mistrust, and barriers to participation.
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Revanth Directs Officials to Frame Industrial Policy for the Telangana
TPCC president A. Revanth Reddy directed the party's policy-makers to frame an industrial policy for Telangana that will attract investors, generate employment and foster industrial growth. He emphasized the need for a clear roadmap to guide the state's industrial development and create a conducive ecosystem for businesses to thrive.
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CENTAC extends deadline for UG non-NEET courses
CENTAC, Puducherry has extended the deadline for applying to undergraduate non-NEET courses till July 20th, 2023. The decision comes after requests from students and parents for an extension.
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Probe against BSF jawan accused of molestation while on poll duty in Bengal
BSF Jawan alleges molestation on election duty in West Bengal. TMC denies allegation, calls it 'concocted story' to defame them. BSF has ordered a probe into the incident. The jawan has been shifted to hospital for medical examination. No arrests have been made yet.
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L-G attends death anniversary of former PM Rajiv Gandhi
Lieutenant Governor Tamilisai Soundararajan attended the 33rd death anniversary of former Prime Minister Rajiv Gandhi at the Indira Gandhi Municipal Stadium in Puducherry. She paid floral tributes to his statue and highlighted his contribution to the nation, particularly the Panchayati Raj system and the computer revolution.
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DC Edit | ICC acts, but it may be futile
**ICC Acts against Russia and Belarus but futile** The ICC has acted against Russian and Belarus officials but this may be futile as Russian courts do not cooperate with the ICC and Belarus is not a member
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Ravi Shastri brings up World Cup final, asks Mitchell Starc how he dismissed Travis Head
Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) defeated Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) by 5 wickets in an IPL 2024 match in Ahmedabad. Travis Head, batting for SRH, was dismissed by Mitchell Starc in the 13th over. Starc's delivery was described as "unplayable" by Ravi Shastri during the commentary. KKR's victory moved them up to second in the points table while SRH remained seventh.
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Mauricio Pochettino leaves Chelsea by mutual consent
Mauricio Pochettino has left English club Chelsea by mutual consent. The decision was made after a meeting between Pochettino and the club's hierarchy. Pochettino departs after just six months in charge, having been appointed in January 2024. The Portuguese coach leaves Stamford Bridge with Chelsea ninth in the Premier League and out of both domestic cups.
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Wordle 1068 Word of the Day for 22 May 2024: Check Hints, Clues, and the Answer
Wordle 1068's answer for today is a five-letter word that starts with the letter "R" and ends with the letter "T". The word has one vowel, which is the letter "E". The word is a noun that refers to a place where something is kept.
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Judge People by Their Work, Not Promises: Etala
Telangana minister Etala Rajender urged people to judge leaders by their work and not by promises. He stated that people should assess leaders based on their contributions to society and their ability to solve problems effectively.
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