Morning Digest | Government likely to lift AFSPA in four States; exports drop 3.5% in September, and more
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AFSPA retained in parts of Assam, Arunachal, Nagaland, and Manipur for another six months
The uncertainty around the culmination of the Naga peace process is one of the reasons that led to the Armed Forces (Special) Powers Act (AFSPA) being retained in some parts of Assam, Manipur, Nagaland, and Arunachal Pradesh for another six months, according to government officials.
Exports drop 3.5% in September, imports slide below $60 billion for the first time in seven months
India’s goods exports dropped 3.5% in September to $32.62 billion, while imports slid below $60 billion for the first time in seven months to $59.35 billion, 5.44% higher than a year ago. The trade deficit stood at $26.73 billion for the month.
Online betting platform advertisements still visible on TV and digital media: I&B Ministry
The Information and Broadcasting Ministry advised online news websites, OTT platforms, and private TV channels to refrain from publishing or broadcasting advertisements of online betting platforms or any surrogate product depicting them.
BJP trying to win back OBC leaders before 2024 Lok Sabha polls