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IBM, India partner on semiconductors, AI, quantum computing

IBM, the US multinational technology giant, has entered into three significant agreements with India’s Ministry of Information Technology.

Polished diamonds see price drop of 15%

The export of cut and polished diamonds from India is expected to decline by 22% to $17.2 billion in the current fiscal year due to weakened demand from key consuming nations, as reported by rating agency Icra.

India still undecided on IPEF trade pillar

India has not yet made a decision on whether to join the trade pillar of the Indo-Pacific Economic Framework (IPEF), a 14-member grouping, according to a senior official.

INDIA BOOSTS NON-BASMATI RICE EXPORTS TO MORE COUNTRIES

On the contrary, India extended 20% export duty on parboiled rice until March 31, 2024, to ensure domestic supply and price control

Cong promises OPS, caste census, OBC quota, and Health Insurance in MP

On Tuesday, Congress released its manifesto for the Madhya Pradesh assembly polls next month and made a slew of promises, including the Old Pension Scheme, caste census, Nari Samman Nidhi of Rs 1500 per month to women, Rs 25 lakh health insurance, and a 27 percent reservation for OBCs in government services.

CM Yogi announces free gas cylinder for Ujjwala scheme

Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Tuesday announced that Ujjwala scheme beneficiaries will be given a cooking gas cylinder free of cost as a \"Diwali gift\".

KERALA HIGH COURT WARNED OF STRICT ACTION IF POLICE OFFICERS FAILS TO PROVIDE INSTRUCTIONS IN CRIMINAL TRIALS

The Kerala High Court in the case Rajesh R. & Ors. v. State of Kerala and Ors. observed and has directed the State Police Chief for ensuring that there is no impediment faced by Public Prosecutors in getting instructions from police Stations.

Delhi High Court: Writ Petitions Moved Against Orders Passed By IPAB Must Be Decided By Single Judge

The Delhi High Court in the case Ayur United Care LLP v. Union Of India And Anr. and other connected matters observed and has ruled wherein the writ plea is moved challenging the orders passed by the Intellectual Property Appellate Board, IIPAB before its abolition in 2021 would have to be heard and decided by a single judge and not a division bench.

SUPREME COURT HOLDS 3:2 MAJORITY; NO RIGHT FOR QUEER COUPLES TO ADOPT CHILDREN MARRIAGE EQUALITY CASE

The Supreme Court in the case Supriyo v. Union of India observed and has refused to grant legal recognition for queer marriages in India.

Will operate more flights from Israel if needed: MOS Muraleedharan

Minister of State (MOS) Affairs, V Muraleedharan, stated on Tuesday that additional flights will be organized based on the evolving situation. He noted that five flights have already arrived in the past few days.

UK ANNOUNCES GBP 10M AID FOR PALESTINIAN CIVILIANS AMID CONFLICT

Addressing members of Parliament in the House of Commons, Sunak delivered a statement to reiterate the UK's condemnation of Hamas' actions in both Israel and Gaza

Meesho: 120 cr customer visits during festive season

Softbank-backed Meesho said on October 16 that its recent 10-day \"Meesho Mega Blockbuster Sale\" saw 120 crore client visits. For the first time ever, Meesho held a holiday sale in conjunction with Meesho Mall, a brand's online store that boasts a threefold increase in sales over the previous year.

REVENUES OF AUTO FIRMS GREW 10 % YOY IN Q2FY24, VOLUME GROWTH OF E2WS MAY SLOW DOWN

The report sees upcoming festive season, stable pricing environment across segments and improving sentiment in the rural and urban markets translating to demand for discretionary products

J Kumar infraprojects wins Rs 509 cr project in Lucknow

The infrastructure firm's rose 5% in trade and hit a new 52-week high on October 17 following the receipt of a letter of acceptance for a project worth Rs 509 crore, for which J Kumar Infraprojects is the lone bidder in receipt of the LOA.

Guwahati's unique retro music-themed puja pandal

Guwahati is buzzing with am anticipation as the Durga Puja festival draws near.

GLOBAL MARITIME INDIA SUMMIT: 10L CR INVESTMENT, 300+ MOUS EXPECTED

During the Global Maritime India Summit, over 300 MoUs and an investment of Rs 10 lakh crore are anticipated to be signed, according to Sonowal

Ambani's Jio Financial to launch loans

Jio Financial Services (JFS), a subsidiary of Mukesh Ambani's Reliance Industries, is set to expand its financial offerings, aiming to become a comprehensive financial services provider in India's burgeoning market.

India urged to reject free data flows in UK trade deal

India should be cautious In Labout agreeing to free cross-border data flows in the proposed free trade agreement with the UK, according to think tank Global Trade Research Initiative (GTRI).

India's steel demand to grow 8.6%: Worldsteel

India's steel demand is expected to grow by a robust 8.6% in 2023, surpassing the global average growth rate of 1.8%, according to the World Steel Association (world-steel). This positive outlook comes after a 9.3% growth in 2022, showcasing the resilience of India's economy in the face of a high-interest rate environment. The growth is primarily driven by government infrastructure spending and a recovery in private investment. The construction and automotive sectors are expected to maintain their strong momentum, while the consumer durables sector, which has been affected by higher inflation and interest rates, is anticipated to improve in 2024.

PM MODI LAUNCHES MARITIME PROJECTS, INVITES INVESTORS TO BLUE ECONOMY

The Tuna-Tekra deep-draft terminal in Gujarat's Deendayal Port, a Rs 4,500 crore PPP project, aims to become a vital international trade hub, accommodating large vessels and facilitating Indian trade along the India-Middle East-Europe Economic Corridor (IMEEC)

Delhi govt launches plantation drive to fight pollution in winters

Delhi Environment Minister Gopal Rai initiated the second phase of a significant sapling plantation drive in the city on Monday

IOC votes to include Cricket's at 2028 Los Angeles Olympics

Cricket will be a part of the Los Angeles Olympic Games in 2028 and will make its return after 128 years to the multi-sport extravaganza, announced the International Olympic Committee (IOC) on Monday

'Cong will continue 'Appeasement' if they win in C'garh'

Union Home Minister Amit Shah made scathing allegations against the Congress party during a rally in Rajnandgaon city, targeting their alleged indulgence in “appeasement” politics for securing a vote bank, especially if they were to regain power in Chhattisgarh following the upcoming assembly polls. The elections are slated for the next month

NEWSCLICK EDITOR, HR HEAD MOVE SC AGAINST UAPA CASE

The Delhi High Court rejected their appeals challenging both their arrest and the subsequent police remand order in the case under anti-terror laws filed against them

Money Laundering Probe: ED Attaches Over Rs 315 crore Worth Assets Against Ex-NCP MP, Ors

The Enforcement Directorate (ED) on Sunday said that it has attached assets, including land, windmills, silver and diamond jewelry, and bullion, with a total worth exceeding Rs 315 crore in connection with an alleged bank fraud-linked money laundering investigation involving a former Nationalist Congress Party (NCP) Member of Parliament (MP) from Maharashtra, his family, and their businesses

DELHI COURT ISSUES NBW AGAINST NIAL MD IN RS 3 CRORE CHEQUE BOUNCE CASE

A Delhi court recently issued a Non-Bailable Warrant (NBW) against the Managing Director (MD) of Nellore International Airport Limited (NIAL) due to his nonappearance in a three crore rupee cheque bounce case

Allahabad High Court Acquitted Surendra Koli In 12 Cases, Moninder Pander In 2 Cases, Sets Aside Death Sentence Nithari Killings

The Allahabad High Court in the case observed and has acquitted prime suspect Surinder Koli in 12 cases concerning the 2005-2006 Noida serial murders case i.e., the Nithari case

SC ISSUED NOTICE TO KARNATAKA DY CM DK SHIVAKUMAR ON CBI'S PLEA IN DISPROPORTIONATE ASSETS CASE

The Supreme Court in the case Central Bureau of Investigation v. DK Shivakumar observed and has issued the notice in the petition moved by the Central Bureau of Investigation, CBI wherein challenging the decision of the Karnataka High Court’s to stay an investigation against Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar in a disproportionate assets case

Cooperation in Indo-Pacific is in interests of India and Vietnam: Jaishankar

On Monday, External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar said that the cooperation in the Indo-Pacific region is in the shared interests of India and Vietnam as he underlined the significance of ASEAN centrality and highlighted the contribution of the Quad grouping

INDIA TO SKIP CHINA'S BRFIC FOR A 3RD TIME

The two-day Belt and Road Forum for International Cooperation (BRFIC) is being held by China amid criticism that the loans amounting to billions of dollars for unsustainable projects turned out to be debt traps for smaller nations like Sri Lanka, driving them into a deep economic crisis