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Microsoft to invest $3 bn in India, to train 10 mn
Investment aimed at strengthening cloud, AI infrastructure
DPDP Rules prioritises good governance
PRIME Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday said the Draft Digital Personal Data Protection Rules, 2025, prioritises commitment to citizen-centric governance.
VIL to launch 5G network in phased manner, says CEO
VODAFONE IDEA LIMITED (VIL), country's third-largest telecom service provider, is set to launch its 5G network in a phased manner.
Dec retail auto sales decline 45% MoM
RETAIL automobile sales saw a sharp decline of more than 45% in December 2024 compared to November 2024, despite steep discounts and numerous promotional offers.
GDP Growth May Slip to Four-Year Low
The Indian economy is slowing and is likely to post the weakest GDP growth numbers since 2021-22, according to the first advance estimate by the National Statistics Office (NSO).
Kalyan Jewellers sets target of opening 170 showrooms in FY26
LEADING branded jewellery player Kalyan Jewellers has set a target to open 170 showrooms in FY26.
India becomes 2nd largest diamond mkt, crosses China
BUOYED by the robust growth that has catapulted the country as the world's second-largest diamond market overtaking China in 2024, apex trade promotion body Gem & Jewellery Export Promotion Council (GJEPC) expects the domestic diamond industry to double by 2030 to become a $17 billion industry, while the overall gems and jewellery market will touch $130 billion by then from $85 billion in 2024.
Getty Images, Shutterstock Merge as AI Makes Inroads
GETTY Images is buying Shutterstock to create a $3.7 billion visual content company.
10th Anniv of Charlie Hebdo Attack Observed
A DECADE after Islamic extremist gunmen stormed the offices of the satirical newspaper Charlie Hebdo in a deadly assault that shook France to its core and ignited a global outcry in defense of freedom of speech, the nation paused on Tuesday to honour the victims and renew its resolve to fight for liberty and democracy.
Sr Hamas commander killed in West Bank raid
THE Israeli military launched a wave of raids across the occupied West Bank overnight and into Tuesday, killing at least three Palestinians it said were militants a day after a deadly shooting attack.
126 dead, 188 injured, 1,000 houses flattened after 6.8 quake in Tibet
Epicentre of the quake was in Tingri county where India, Eurasia plates grind each other
Maha makes FASTag must for all vehicles from April 1
THE Maharashtra cabinet on Tuesday made FASTag mandatory for all vehicles from April 1.
30 Arch Gates for Divinity & Devotees at Sangam
TEERTHRAJ Prayagraj, one of the most prominent centres of pilgrimage in India, is all set to welcome the devotees to Mahakumbh 2025 from January 13.
Shagun' of ₹21K for no liquor or DJ in marriages of this Bathinda village
TO encourage villagers not to indulge in wasteful expenditure and curb liquor use in marriage functions, the Balo village panchayat in Punjab's Bathinda district has announced to give a cash incentive of ₹21,000 as 'shagun' (token of blessing) to families who won't serve liquor and play DJ music at the ceremonies.
Takht Concerned Over Dallewal Health, Seeks Legal Guarantee to MSP
The Akal Takht, the highest temporal authority of Sikhs, has raised concerns about the declining health of farmer leader Jagjit Singh Dallewal, who is currently protesting at the Punjab-Haryana border.
IED a deadly weapon for Maoists to target security forces in C'garh
From '20 till '24, troops have detected 1,122 IEDs as part of their counter-offensive warfare
Digital arrest: Teacher dies by suicide in MP, BSF man loses ₹71 lakh
LURED by online options promising big money through auction of old currency notes and coins, a woman teacher in Mauganj district of Madhya Pradesh fell into the trap of cyber fraudsters and shocked by her digital arrest, she died by suicide, police said.
India, Maldives to talk on enhancing defence capability
AS a sign of deepening ties between India and the Maldives, Defence Minister Rajnath Singh and his counterpart Mohammed Ghassan Maumoon are meeting in New Delhi on Wednesday to discuss ways to enhance bilateral defence relations.
Doval leads India, Malaysia security talk
Two sides exchange views on global, regional security; will 'deepen cooperation' in counter-terrorism, deradicalisation
SC agrees to examine age bar for surrogate mothers
The Supreme Court on Tuesday decided to examine on February 11 issues over the age bar for surrogate mothers and others under the laws.
Pranab Mukherjee's Memorial to Come Up at Rashtriya Smriti Sthal
OVER four years after the death of former president Pranab Mukherjee, the Centre has approved a \"Samadhi\" (memorial) for him at Rashtriya Smriti Sthal, a complex earmarked for the last rites and building commemorative sites of presidents, vice presidents and prime ministers in Delhi.
Shah Launches 'Bharatpol' for Int'l Police Assistance, Urges Agencies to Use Tech
LAUNCHING an online platform 'Bharatpol', developed by the CBI for law enforcement agencies to seek real-time Interpol assistance, Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Tuesday said that it was time for crime investigators to use modern technology and techniques to nab fugitives.
Gadkari Unveils Cashless Treatment Scheme for Road Accident Victims
AFTER a successful pilot in a couple of states, the Centre will introduce a scheme to facilitate cashless treatment for road accident victims ₹1.5 lakh each, Union Minister for Road Transport and Highways Nitin Gadkari announced on Tuesday.
Move ahead with times: Cong will shift to new HQ 'Indira Bhawan' on Jan 15
THE much-awaited new headquarters of the Congress, 'Indira Bhawan', will be inaugurated on January 15, said the party on Tuesday.
India Gridlocked: Be a Solution, Not the Problem
Our cities are becoming traffic nightmares. Public transport only helps so much, as commuters love to move on their own. We need to change ourselves first
Don't Drop Humanities When We Need Them Most
The relevance of the humanities in today's market-driven, consumerist world often feels like a topic for niche conversations at academic conferences and boardroom meetings—hardly a pressing concern in the everyday rush of life.
Record as Sabarimala footfall crosses 40 lakh
OVER 40 lakh pilgrims have visited Sabarimala since the beginning of the annual pilgrimage season, setting a new record for the hill shrine.
Generational shift? P J Joseph's son is new Kerala Congress coordinator
THE Kerala Congress-led by P J Joseph has appointed Joseph's son Apu John Joseph as the party coordinator.
T'Puram Deserves to Be World Book Capital: CM
THIRUVANANTHAPURAM deserves to be recognised as the World Book Capital by UNESCO, Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan has said.
Telangana HC Green Flags Probe Into E-Prix Case
NOTING that the allegations indicate potential wrongdoing and misappropriation of HMDA funds and are sufficient to warrant further investigation, Justice K Lakshman of the Telangana High Court on Tuesday dismissed a criminal petition filed by former minister K T Rama Rao requesting quashing of the FIR registered in the Formula-E race case.