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Canada welcomes India's decision to resume some visa services

Canada has expressed its approval of India’s decision to resume some visa services in the country, marking a positive step forward in diplomatic relations following a recent dispute

Rapido launches premium auto service in B'luru, with no cancellations

The popular app-based autorickshaw aggregator, Rapido, has come under scrutiny in Bengaluru for its pricing strategy, with allegations that it is charging more than the government-sanctioned fares

Sonata Software sees strong International revenue growth

Global provider of IT services and technology solutions Sonata Software released its unaudited financial results for the second quarter that ended on September 30, 2023, today.

Could mother-in-law tales be the next big thing in publishing?

There is evidently a huge interest in stories related to mothers-in-law in India, but oddly enough, it appears confined to the screen

DELHI HIGH COURT RESTRAINED SANDOZ, GOLA SIZZLERS FROM PLAYING SOUND RECORDINGS OF PHONOGRAPHIC PERFORMANCE LTD; COPYRIGHT INFRINGEMENT

The Delhi High Court in the case Phonographic Performance Limited v. Galo Sizzlers Private Limited and Ors and other connected matters observed and has temporarily restrained Sandoz and Gola Sizzlers from playing the sound recordings of Phonographic Performance Limited in the latter’s suit wherein it alleged copyright infringement by the two food outlets

Bombay High Court Restrained GST Dept. From passing Final Order On Demand Notices Against Delta Corp.

The Bombay High Court in the case Delta Corp Limited & Anr.

SILICON VALLEY AI GIANT OPENS BIHAR OFFICE

Tiger Analytics CEO Mahesh Kumar's commitment to Bihar's development and local talent was well-received, potentially boosting the state's IT sector.

India's digital lending to boost GDP 1-2%

In an online conversation with Google’s leadership team, Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw stated that digital credit in India is set to outpace digital payments and could contribute significantly to the country’s economic growth, potentially adding 1-2 percent to the economy

India slams EU, UK steel safeguard measures

Several World Trade Organization (WTO) member countries, including India, Switzerland, Russia, and Japan, have voiced their criticism of safeguard measures imposed by both the European Union (EU) and the United Kingdom on imports of specific steel products.

Cabinet greenlights Jamrani Dam project

In a significant move aimed at enhancing irrigation, drinking water supply, and hydroelectric power generation, the Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs (CCEA), chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, has given the green light to include the Jamrani Dam Multipurpose Project of Uttarakhand under the Pradhan Mantri Krishi Sinchayee Yojana-Accelerated Irrigation Benefit Programme (PMKSY-AIBP).

CBDC can revolutionize cross-border payments

Reserve Bank of India (RBI) Governor Shaktikanta Das has highlighted the significant potential of Central Bank Digital Currency (CBDC) in revolutionizing cross-border payments

GTRI ADVISES INDIA AGAINST BINDING DATA FLOW COMMITMENTS IN IPEF

International trade experts recommend India set domestic rules and retain preferential treatment for domestic suppliers in government procurement in the proposed FTA with the UK

Govt mandates helmets, dispensers

The Indian government has issued mandatory quality norms for various products, including helmets for the police force, bottled water dispensers, and door fittings.

Indian Railways runs special trains for Chhath Puja

In an effort to accommodate the surge in passenger demand during Chhath Puja, the Indian Railways has undertaken a comprehensive plan, operating 283 special trains encompassing 4,480 trips.

IAF contracts Indian firm for weather station procurement

In a significant move to bolster aerospace safety and technological capabilities, the Indian Air Force (IAF) has announced the procurement of Automatic Weather Stations for 82 IAF locations

TOYOTA EXPANDING MANUFACTURING CAPACITY IN INDIA

The two existing Toyota factories in India are now running at maximum capacity, thus the company is taking steps to enhance manufacturing capacity

Evolution and Innovation: The future of Kabaddi mats

India established its dominance in the world of Kabaddi by winning the Asian Kabaddi Championship title in June 2023 and now sets its eye on the upcoming Asian Games in Hangzhou, China slated to be held from September 23rd onwards

OVER 1200 COS, 80,000 BUSINESS VISITORS EXPECTED AT EXCON

The event will spread over 30 lakhs sq. ft of display area and is expected to attract over 1200 exhibitors and over 80,000 business visitors from India and abroad including the USA, UK, France, Germany, Italy, UAE, South Korea, Singapore, Turkey, Sri Lanka, Romania and Czech Republic.

DELHI HIGH COURT: IT AND ADMIN SERVICES BY SINGAPORE ENTITY TO ITS AFFILIATE IN INDIA CANNOT BE FTS

The Delhi High Court in the case The Commissioner Of Income Tax (International Taxation)-1, Delhi Versus M/S Bio-Rad Laboratories (Singapore) Pte. Ltd. observed and has held that the information technology and the other administrative services which is provided by the respondent or assessee to its affiliate in India could be construed as fees for technical services, FTS.

How solar cables will help India meet its renewable energy goals

Nowadays cable manufacturers are using high-tech mechanisms, technologies such as e-beam cross-linking, and halogen-free materials.

MADRAS HIGH COURT DIRECTED CENTRE AND NIGERIAN EMBASSY TO PURSUE REQUEST OF WOMEN CLAIMING COMPENSATION FOR HUSBAND'S DEATH IN NIGERIA

The Madras High Court in the case Jemima Arumaithai and Another v The Secretary to Government and Others observed and has come to the aid of two Tamil women claiming compensation for the death of their husbands in Nigeria

Ireland wants to deepen its strong economic, cultural ties with India

The Irish government, under the leadership of Deputy Prime Minister Micheal Martin, is intensifying efforts to enhance its robust economic and cultural ties with India

The Agniveer restructuring scheme needs operational and a strong policy mechanism

The supreme sacrifice made by first Agniveer Akshay Laxman Gawate who lost his life in the line of duty at the Siachen glacier has sparked speculation and directed fresh attention towards the Agnipath-Agniveer scheme. Incidentally, similar to Agniveer Gawate who was serving in one of the most hostile environmental conditions at high altitudes a few weeks ago, another Agniveer, Amritpal Singh lost his life while on duty in Jammu and Kashmir.

Kapda phaad...’: MP CM Chouhan takes potshot over fault lines within Cong

Amid the political drama unfolding in the election-bound state of Madhya Pradesh, CM Shivraj Singh Chouhan on Wednesday took potshots at the Congress and indicated at the fault lines within the Congress ranks.

Indian manufacturing sector booms with 36% job growth

India’s commitment to becoming a prominent global manufacturing hub has received a boost with a 36 percent increase in job postings within the sector, according to data released by job search platform Indeed

Online gaming companies served Rs 1 trillion

A noteworthy development in India sees the Goods and Services Tax (GST) authorities taking decisive action by issuing show cause notices, amounting to an impressive Rs 1 lakh crore, to multiple online gaming companies on suspicion of tax evasion

Government announces Rs 22,303 crore subsidy on P&K fertilisers

The Union Cabinet, chaired by the Prime Minister Narendra Modi has approved a Rs 22,303 crore subsidy package crore for phosphatic and Potassic (P&K) fertilizers to be used during the Rabi or winter-sown season.

Young passengers prefer Jaipur-Udaipur Vande Bharat: NWR

When compared to other forms of transportation, youthful people prefer to travel on the JaipurUdaipur Vande Bharat, according to North Western Railway (NWR) officials.

CABINET APPROVES INDIA-JAPAN PACT ON SEMICONDUCTOR SUPPLY CHAIN PARTNERSHIP

The Union Cabinet chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi has approved a memorandum of cooperation (MoC) between India and Japan on a semiconductor supply chain partnership between the two countries

Housing ministry spends Rs 700 cr on GeM in FY24 from MSMEs & others

Public procurement from MSMEs through Government e-Marketplace (GeM): As of October 10 of the current fiscal year, the Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs had spent an estimated Rs 685 crore on products and services through the government’s business-to-government public procurement platform, Government e-Marketplace (GeM)