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Haryana CM promises justice for Bhiwani's Manisha
Haryana CM Nayab Singh Saini tweets, "The state government and police administration are working with full seriousness and transparency to ensure justice for our daughter Manisha from Bhiwani and her family. I myself am continuously monitoring the reports of this case. Based on the family's demand, the Haryana government is going to hand over this case to the CBI for an impartial investigation. Full justice will be ensured in this matter."
Gold hits near 3-week low on stronger dollar; Fed symposium in focus
Gold prices inched lower on Wednesday to their lowest level in nearly three weeks as the dollar strengthened, while investors awaited the Federal Reserve's Jackson Hole symposium later this week for clues on the path for monetary policy. Spot gold was down 0.1% at $3,312.79 per ounce, as of 0035 GMT, after reaching its lowest level since August 1. U.S. gold futures for December delivery fell 0.1% to $3,355.20. The U.S. dollar index climbed to its highest level in more than a week, making gold less affordable for buyers using other currencies.
China leaves benchmark lending rates unchanged in August, matching forecast
China kept benchmark lending rates in August unchanged for the third consecutive month on Wednesday, in line with market expectations, as authorities signalled they are not in a rush to roll out monetary stimulus despite a string of recent disappointing economic data.
The one-year loan prime rate (LPR) was kept at 3.0%, while the five-year LPR was unchanged at 3.5%.
Most new and outstanding loans in China are based on the one-year LPR, while the five-year rate influences the pricing of mortgages.
In a Reuters survey of 23 market participants conducted this week, all participants predicted no change to either of the two rates.
Chhattisgarh cabinet to be expanded on Wednesday
The much-awaited expansion of the Chhattisgarh cabinet will take place on Wednesday to fill the vacant berths, the ruling BJP said. The swearing-in ceremony is scheduled to take place at 10.30 am at the Raj Bhawan here, the BJP said in a statement issued on Tuesday. However, the party neither disclosed the names of MLAs who are set to be inducted nor mentioned their number.
Light rain likely in Delhi today
A generally cloudy sky with light rain or drizzle is likely in the national capital on Wednesday, the Indian Meteorological Department (IMD) said. Delhi's air quality remained in the "satisfactory" category with an Air Quality Index (AQI) reading of 89, the Central Pollution Control Board's (CPCB) 4 pm bulletin showed yesterday. According to the CPCB, an AQI between zero and 50 is considered 'good', 51 to 100 'satisfactory', 101 to 200 'moderate', 201 to 300 'poor', 301 to 400 'very poor', and 401 to 500 'severe'.
Bill to ban money-based online gaming likely to be tabled in Parliament today
The bill proposes that any person offering online money gaming service in violation of the stipulated provisions will face imprisonment of up to three years or a fine that may extend to Rs 1 crore, or both. The provisions also stipulate imprisonment of up to two years and or a fine of up to Rs 50 lakh, or both, for those indulging in advertisements in contravention of rules. At the same time, the bill calls for promotion of eSports and online social games, the source said, adding that it acknowledges that formal recognition of eSports will enable India to tune into global competitive gaming landscape, spur innovation, create opportunities for Indian startup ecosystem and make the country a global magnate for game development.
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