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From gold prices to cyber fraud: clear, reliable explainers on everyday topics, written by the Hindi Raftaar Desk.
Results & Admit Cards
Filling in a government job application: 10 things to check
Avoid common mistakes in online government job applications: notification, eligibility, photo and signature, fees and the correction window.
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Gold & Silver
How gold prices are set in India: 22K vs 24K, hallmarks and what to check before buying
What moves the gold price in India, the difference between 22 and 24 carat, how to check the BIS hallmark and HUID, and what a jeweller's bill should show.
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Crime
How to avoid online fraud: 10 common scams and what to do if you are cheated
How KYC, parcel, task-job, trading-group and "digital arrest" scams work, how to stay safe, and how to report fraud on 1930 and cybercrime.gov.in.
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Petrol & Diesel
How petrol and diesel prices are decided in India every day
What goes into a litre of petrol or diesel, why rates can change at 6 am, why states pay different prices, and how to check your pump's rate by SMS.
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Cricket
Net run rate (NRR) explained: formula, examples and calculator
The NRR formula, the bowled-out rule, converting 18.3 overs, the rain rule and a free NRR calculator, with IPL and World Cup examples.
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