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Techie jumps into river over alleged harassment

K'TAKA SUICIDE: He killed self over alleged torture by his wife

Bihar mins' love for firearms

Bihar's several ministers love possessing licensed weapons as revealed in their declaration despite the state government providing security cover to them.

Invest Like a Pro: Mistakes to Avoid in the New Year

A new year always brings fresh hope and plans. In the realm of investments, the market has taught us some valuable lessons.

Nifty has to hold 23650 for upmove

Till Nifty Bank holds below 51350 zones weakness could be seen towards 50500 then 50250 levels while on the upside hurdle is seen at 51350 then 51650 zones

JN Port Issues LoA for ₹284 cr Agro Facility

Jawaharlal Nehru Port Authority on Wednesday said it has issued a Letter of Award (LoA) to Trident Agrocom Exports and Man Infraconstruction consortium for development of a Rs 284-crore agro facility at its port.

Hero MotoCorp Gets Additional Tax Demand of ₹26.4 Crore

Two-wheeler maker Hero MotoCorp Ltd on Wednesday said it has received an additional tax demand of Rs 26.40 crore from the Income Tax Department for the assessment year 2020-21.

2024: A year of farewells, separation, failed union, M&As for corporate India

Unprecedented bribery charges, farewells, separation, failed union, monumental mergers and record-breaking IPOs, along with a healthy dose of online happenings in the form of spat and lessons in customer care, corporate India saw it all in 2024.

Telecom Companies Gross Revenue Up 10.5% in September Quarter, Govt Collection Rises 13%

Telecom operators' gross revenue increased 10.5 per cent year-on-year to Rs 91,426 crore in September 2024 quarter – the period when mobile service providers increased tariff, according to a Trai report.

Air India will increase its global coverage in years ahead: CEO

Air India has covered a lot of ground since privatisation and its global coverage will further increase in the years ahead, the airline's chief Campbell Wilson said on Wednesday.

Global steel sector struggling to generate profits, demand rising in India: Tata Steel CEO

Tata Steel CEO and managing director TV Narendran on Wednesday said while the global steel sector is struggling to generate profits due to factors such as China's aggressive pricing, the demand for the metal and its consumption in India is growing.

RBI Says Just ₹6,691 Cr Worth of ₹2,000 Banknotes Left in Circulation

The Reserve Bank on Wednesday said 98.12 per cent of the Rs 2000 banknotes have been returned to the banking system, and only Rs 6,691 crore worth such notes are still with the public.

India well positioned to more than fend for itself: Anand Mahindra

India can enhance its economic potential and become a keystone in the global supply chain system by seizing the opportunity from the shift in global alliances, Mahindra Group Chairman Anand Mahindra said and asserted that \"India is well positioned to more than fend for itself\".

PV Wholesales Clock Record 43L Units in 2024

Indian passenger vehicles market registered record wholesales of 43 lakh units in 2024, with companies like market leader Maruti Suzuki, Hyundai, Tata Motors, Toyota Kirloskar Motor, and Kia posting their best-ever annual domestic sales.

Quick Commerce Will Rival E-commerce Majors in 2025

The quick commerce industry will reach a stage in 2025 where it will be comparable to traditional e-commerce giants like Amazon and Flipkart, Zepto co-founder and CEO Aadit Palicha has asserted.

Civil Aviation Ministry Issues Advisory to Airlines on Foggy Conditions

\"Efforts should be that passengers should not be held up inside delayed aircraft for more than 90 minutes\"

India Cut GDP Emission Intensity by 36% During 2005-2020: Govt

India's total greenhouse gas emissions in 2020 fell by 7.93 per cent compared to 2019, while the emission intensity of its GDP declined 36 per cent between 2005 and 2020, according to data submitted to the UN climate change office.

RPower arm Sasan Power pays $150 million debt to IIFCL

Reliance Power on Wednesday said its arm Sasan Power Ltd has made a bullet payment of USD 150 million to IIFCL, UK, fulfilling its debt obligation on December 31, 2024.

Petrol, diesel sales soar on holiday travel

India's petrol and diesel consumption soared in December 2023 as holiday travel boosted demand, reversing the fall witnessed in previous months, preliminary data of state-owned fuel retailers showed on Wednesday.

Agriculture sector to grow 3.5-4% in FY25: Chouhan

The country's agriculture and allied sector is expected to grow at 3.5-4 per cent in 2024-25, Agriculture Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan said on Wednesday, marking a significant improvement from the 1.4 per cent rise recorded in FY24.

Tobacco exports to cross ₹13K cr this year: Official

The country's tobacco exports are likely to register an over 8 per cent growth and cross Rs 13,000 crore this year, a senior government official said on Wednesday.

Gilts down on rise in US yields, heavy Jan-Mar state bond calendar

Government bond prices ended lower due to a rise in US Treasury yields and because the borrowing calendar of states for Jan-Mar was higher than expected, dealers said.

ATF price cut by 1.5%, commercial LPG rates down ₹14.5 per cylinder

The price of Jet fuel, or ATF, on Wednesday was reduced by 1.5 per cent and rates of commercial LPG that is used in hotels and restaurants was cut by Rs 14.5 per 19-kg cylinder in the monthly revision done in line with benchmark international prices.

RBI to Sell ₹4.73L Cr Govt Bonds in March Qtr for States and UTs

The Reserve Bank of India will sell government bonds worth Rs 4.73 lakh crore in the January-March quarter of 2025 to State Governments and Union territories.

Agritech sector to create 60-80K new job opportunities in next 5 years

empowering farmers

Sebi Mandates Simplified Compliance for Listed Entities with Integrated Filing Framework

Capital markets regulator Sebi has rolled out a new compliance framework for listed entities, introducing integrated filing for governance and financial disclosures, which will be applicable for filings to be done for the quarter ending December 31, 2024.

Mkts End on Positive Note on 1st Day of 2025

Benchmark Sensex and Nifty started the New Year on a high note with the key indices closing higher in a see-saw trade on Wednesday on buying in blue-chip stocks.

Power Consumption Up 6% to 130.4 Billion Units in Dec

India's power consumption rose nearly 6 percent to 130.40 billion units (BU) in December as compared to the year-ago month.

GST collections rise 7.3% to ₹1.77 lakh crore in Dec

Boosting Govt coffers | Fiscal deficit well under control

Commerce Min planning to expand food testing infra to boost exports

The commerce ministry's arm Export Inspection Council (EIC) is planning to expand the country's food testing infrastructure in a holistic way to boost outbound shipments, a senior government official said.

BJP Praises Cabinet Decisions, Criticizes Cong for Trust Crisis

Chhattisgarh Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) state president Kiran Singh Dev lauded the recent decisions made by the state cabinet led by Chief Minister Vishnu Deo Sai, emphasizing their significance in restoring trust in governance and democracy.