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PM LAUNCHES INFRA PROJECTS WORTH RS 7,000 CR IN RAJ

“The central government has focused a lot on developing modern infrastructure like expressways, highways, and railways in Rajasthan,” he said

WhatsApp removes over 74 lakh Indian accounts in Aug

Meta-owned messaging platform WhatsApp has reported that it banned a record-breaking 74 lakh (7.4 million) suspicious accounts in India during the month of August, aligning with the new IT Rules 2021.

Tech grads boost skills with boot camps

As the job market faces sluggish growth and rapid technological advancements reshape employment opportunities, a surge in demand for “boot camps” - intensive and expedited skilling programs - has been observed, particularly among young graduates.

India's mobile download speed jumps 72 places

India has seen a remarkable improvement in mobile download speeds, moving up 72 places in a global ranking, thanks to the launch of 5G services, according to a report by Ookla, the creator of the speed test.

India's labour-intensive export share shrinking, FIEO

India’s labour-intensive export sectors, including apparel, marine products, plastics, and gems and jewellery, have experienced a concerning decline in global market share over the past five years, according to a report by the Federation of Indian Export Organizations (FIEO).

GST COLLECTION UP 10% TO RS 1.62 LAKH CRORE

GST collections have crossed the Rs 1.60 lakh crore mark for the fourth time in FY24, highlighting sustained revenue strength and compliance.

Bengal ready to fight in Delhi: TMC MP Protests

Susmita Dev, a member of parliament for the Trinamool Congress (TMC), criticized the central government for refusing to let West Bengal residents with MGNREGA job cards take special trains to Delhi and declared that they were prepared to fight.

KTR says congress's warranty expired, 'Dead Skeleton'

Minister KT Rama Rao (KTR), working president of Bharat Rashtra Samithi (BRS), criticized the Congress party for using impossible promises to sway Telangana voters in its favor.

Chhattisgarh Dy CM reply to PM Modi's corruption accusations

Deputy Chief Minister TS Singhdeo responded to Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s claims of corruption and mismanagement by the state’s Congress government by saying that the Prime Minister should look into the alleged ’ scams’ and shouldn’t make such accusations if he lacks information.

AMIT SHAH & NADDA JOIN SWACHHTA HI SEWA CAMPAIGN

Amit Shah and JP Nadda, along with other Union Ministers and MPs, were seen participating in the cleanliness campaign

KERALA HIGH COURT CLOSES PLEA MOVED BY ASIANET JOURNALIST AS HER NAME IS DROPPED FROM FIR OVER ALLEGED CONSPIRACY TO DEFAME SFI LEADER

The Kerala High Court in the case Akhila Nandakumar v. State of Kerala & Ors observed and has closed the plea moved by the Chief Reporter of Asianet News Channel Akhila Nandakumar for quashing the FIR registered against her for allegedly conspiring to defame the CPI(M)’s student wing leader PM Arsho in connection with the controversy of Maharaja’s College examination.

DHARMASHASTRA NATIONAL LAW UNIVERSITY, JABALPUR ALLOWED MENSTRUAL LEAVE FOR FEMALE STUDENTS, A HISTORIC MOVE

The Dharmashastra National Law University, Jabalpur, DNLU has introduced the landmark policy in order to grant menstrual leave for its female students, as per a circular dated September 29, 2023.

KERALA HIGH COURT PREVENTS ARREST OF KIN OF BEAUTY PARLOUR OWNER; FAKE DRUGS CASE

The Kerala High Court in the case Liviya Jose v. State of Kerala & Anr observed and has directed the Assistant Excise Commissioner, Ernakulam, not to arrest Liviya Jose, the kin of beauty parlour owner Sheela Sunny in relation to the fake drugs case.

DELHI HIGH COURT RECORDS EVIDENCE BY 'LIVE TRANSCRIPTION' IN PATENT INFRINGEMENT SUIT

The Delhi High Court in the case Communication Components Antena Inc v. Rosenberger Hochfrequenztechnik Gmbh And Co. KG And Ors observed and has recently recorded evidence by way of live transcription while hearing a patent infringement suit.

Don't normalize Canada's situation: EAM Jaishanker

Hitting out at Canada, External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar has said it is necessary to call out things like violence, threats and intimidation against Indian diplomats and missions and wondered if this had happened to any other country would the world have taken it with equanimity.

World Bank approves $365M for advancing girls, women empowerment

The World Bank Board of Directors today approved USD 365 million in International Development Association (IDA) financing to increase girls’ and women’s access to learning, economic opportunities, and utilisation of health services, and to strengthen the institutional capacity for gender equality in Western and Central Africa.

MUST TALK TO EACH OTHER TO RESOLVE ISSUE: EAM S JAISHANKAR

India has had an ongoing problem with Canada and its government for some years now, and the problem really revolves around the \"permissiveness\" regarding terrorism, extremism, and violence, said EAM.

Bengaluru busts major cybercrime network: Rs 854 Cr detected

In a significant development, law enforcement officials have taken down a sizable Bengaluru-based cybercrime network.

Maruti Suzuki responds to GST authority notice

Maruti Suzuki India, company received a show-cause notice from the GST Authority seeking to appropriate tax previously paid as well as interest and penalties totaling Rs. 1,393 million “in matter of tax liability under reverse charge basis on certain services”.

After 6 months of investing, FPIs start selling

FPIs had been consistently buying Indian shares during the previous six months, but in September they turned net sellers and withdrew about Rs 14,767 crore, mostly as a result of the strengthening dollar, an increase in US bond yields, and a rise in crude oil prices.

Demand for 3Nm Apple chips will decline in 2024

In 2024, demand for Apple’s 3nm chip-sets, which are only recently entering the market with the Apple A17 Pro, is predicted to fall.

TCS Q2 results & dividend decision on Oct 11

IT industry leader Tata Consultancy Services (TCS) will begin the second quarter earnings season on October 11 by releasing the results for the period ending September 30.

INDIA'S LABOUR-INTENSIVE EXPORTS DECLINE IN LAST 5 YEARS: FIEO

India's export proportion in labor-intensive industries has decreased during the past five years: Apex Exporters Body. FIEO Union of Indian Exporters

UP govt to launch 'Har Ghar Solar Abhiyan'

The Uttar Pradesh government has announced that it will organize the ‘Har Ghar Solar Abhiyan’ (Every Home Solar Campaign) in Lucknow and Varanasi Solar City for the entire month starting on from 2 October marking the birth anniversary of Mahatma Gandhi.

G20 proves the effectiveness of the India-US partnership

Indian Foreign Minister Subrahmanyam Jaishankar emphasizes the importance of the partnership between India and the United States in the success of the G20 summit.

Taliban's respect for women's rights crucial for Global acceptance

The US Envoy’s statement highlights the importance of the Taliban’s treatment of women in determining global acceptance of their rule.

AFGHAN EMBASSY IS SET TO SHUT DOWN IN INDIA

In accordance with Article 45 of the Vienna Convention on Diplomatic Relations (1961), all property and facilities of the Embassy will be transferred to the custodial authority of the host country, it said.

Top financial changes to watch

Effective from October, several financial changes and updates will impact individuals and businesses in India. These changes encompass various aspects of personal finance, including taxation, monetary policy, documentation requirements, and spending habits during the festive season.

India hikes LPG prices by Rs 209, ATF by 5 per cent

State-run oil and gas giant, the Indian Oil Corporation Limited (IOCL), has announced a price increase for commercial Liquified Petroleum Gas (LPG) cylinders, effective from October 1.

India taxes online gaming, casinos at 28 per cent

The Central Government of India has formally announced the implementation of amendments to the Goods and Services Tax (GST) legislation, which were previously passed by the Lok Sabha in August.