The Indian Express

Friday, June 20 1997

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SBI net jumps 60%, to pay 40% dividend
The State Bank of India has reported a net profit of Rs 1329.3 crore for the year ended March 1997, a rise of nearly 60% from the previous year's Rs 831.6 crore. The board has also proposed a dividend of 40% which is subject to approval by the Reserve Bank of India.

Maharashtra accused of ignoring SC, ST
The scheduled caste communities in Maharashtra, unlike in other states, are still segregated from mainstream society, H Hanumanthappa , Chairman of the National Commission for Scheduled Caste and Scheduled Tribe observed after a review of the state's performance in promoting the welfare of the scheduled castes (SC) and scheduled tribes (ST) population.

Tory party's mantle falls on Hague
William Hague, the 36-year-old former Welsh Secretary, is the new leader of the Conservative Party. This brings to an end a bitter and divisive leadership election that has seen surprise coalitions and invective from both sides.

Gujral, Sharif revive hotline

Penning an epitaph on a fresh foundation stone, Govt style

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