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1ST drone comm. testing centre to set in Tamil Nadu

TIDCO is the nodal agency for the implementation of the Tamil Nadu Defence Industrial Corridor. Tamil Nadu is set to host India’s first drone common testing centre under the Defence Testing Infrastructure (DTI) scheme.

S&P sees Indian economy growing by 6.7% till 2031

In a recent projection, S&P Global has forecasted an average annual growth rate of 6.7% for the Indian economy until March 2031.

India Achieves 2 Bn Domestic Mobile Shipments via 'Make in India

The ‘Make in India’ initiative of the Central government has propelled India’s cumulative shipments of domestically manufactured mobile phones past the significant milestone of 2 billion units during the period of 2014-2022, according to a report by global research firm Counterpoint. The report highlighted India’s impressive compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 23 percent in mobile phone shipments, attributing this growth to increased demand within the country, rising digital literacy, and strategic governmental support.

POOR FAMILIES TO GET FREE ONAM KITS FOR CELEBRATION

Kerala cabinet has decided to distribute free Onam kits containing essential items to Antyodaya Anna Yojana

GQG, OTHER INVESTORS INVEST $1.1 BILLION IN ADANI POWER

The investment firm’s strategic involvement has been interpreted as an endorsement of the Adani Group’s business acumen and governance standards

Digital India 2.0 Launched With Focus On Skills, Jobs

The government aims to stimulate economic growth and inclusivity by bolstering technological capacities and providing support to traditional artisans

Govt to provide Agri-Drones to women SHGS: PM Modi

Addressing the nation on the 77th Independence Day, Prime Minister Narendra Modi announced an upcoming scheme to help self-help groups led by women.

Prez Murmu approves 76 Gallantry awards

President Droupadi Murmu has approved 76 gallantry awards to Armed Forces and Central Armed Police Forces personnel on the occasion of 77th Independence Day, an official release said.

Manipur plans 3k prefab houses for displaced families

The Manipur government is racing against time to complete the first batch of prefabricated houses to shelter 3,000 families displaced by the ethnic violence so that they can shift from relief camps.

PM ANNOUNCES 'VISHWAKARMA YOJANA' SCHEME

The scheme, mainly benefiting people belonging to the OBC category, will be launched on 17 Sep

Supreme Court: Cannot Pass One Size Fits All Direction For Page Limit On Petition

The Supreme Court in the case Amrish Rajnikant Kilachand V. Secretary-General observed and has disposed of the Public Interest Litigation, PIL moved wherein seeking to limit the pages in petitions filed in Court.

PRIME MINISTER THANKS SUPREME COURT FOR MAKING JUDGEMENTS AVAILABLE IN REGIONAL LANGUAGES; IN INDEPENDENCE DAY SPEECH

In the Independence Day Speech, the Prime Minister Narendra Modi thanked the Supreme Court for ensuring that the judgments are translated into regional languages.

SUPREME COURT: PLEA TO BE HEARD AGAINST DEMOLITION NEAR SRI KRISHNA JANMABHOOMI

The Supreme Court in the case observed wherein the plea is moved challenging the the demolition drive by railway authorities aimed at clearing encroachments in the backyard of Sri Krishna Janam Bhoomi in Mathura.

SC Transferred To Itself plea Pending In Allahabad High Court Seeking SC/ ST/OBC Reservation Inn Aligarh Muslim University

The Supreme Court in the case Union of India v. Aligarh Muslim University and Ors observed and has transferred to itself the petition titled Anoop Prabhakar v. Union of India, 2014 which is pending in the Allahabad High Court wherein seeking to implement Central Educational Institutions, the Reservation in Admission Act, 2006 in the Aligarh Muslim University.

ALLAHABAD HIGH COURT: NOTICE WITHOUT DIN NOT INVALID, IF ASSESSEE RESPONDS TO MANUAL NOTICES S. 148 INCOME TAX ACT

The Allahabad High Court in the case Chandra Bhan v. Union Of India And Another observed and has held that mere non-issuance of notices with DIN will not render them invalid if the petitioner has otherwise participated in the proceedings are based on manual notices.

Climate change is Singapore's biggest challenge: Shanmugaratnam

Climate change is the biggest long-term crisis that Singapore faces and adapting to it will require infrastructural investments, the country’s Indian-origin presidential hopeful Tharman Shanmugaratnam has said.

US-INDIA RELATIONSHIP STRONGER THAN EVER, SAYS SECRETARY BLINKEN

US Secretary of State Antony Blinken has greeted India for 76 years of independence and said that the two countries now share a deeper and more expansive relationship than ever.

BharatPe will increase its POS network in India

BharatPe intends to increase the number of its point of sale (POS) devices. BharatPe Swipe Android, a new Android POS terminal, was introduced as part of the strategy.

Aster DM Healthcare increased by 21% year over year to Rs. 3,215 Crs

Aster DM Healthcare, today released its financial results for the first quarter of the fiscal year 2024..Commenting on the performance for Q1 FY24, Dr Azad Moopen, Founder Chairman and Managing Director, Aster DM Healthcare, said, “During Q1 FY24, we achieved an impressive 21 per cent YoY consolidated revenue growth, totaling INR 3,215 crores.

Foxconn spending to promote global migration as China struggles

Foxconn Technology Group has finally joined industry giants Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Co. and Apple Inc. in forecasting a dismal prognosis for the year.

Makka Flex Electric Bike speeds from Sweden to India

Baqar’s Premier League begins on July 19 The third season of the Baqar Premier League in 2023, with Neil Nitin Mukesh serving as their brand ambassador, was a big success.

INFOSYS & LIBERTY GLOBAL AGREE ON A FIVE-YEAR, $1.64 BN CONTRACT

A London-based video and internet provider will benefit from collaboration by realizing run-rate savings of more than $109 billion

CAG flags 'very high' project cost of Dwarka E-way

The Comptroller and Auditor General of India (CAG), flagged huge cost overruns in the Dwarka Expressway, the overall average construction cost of Rs 18.2 crore per km was approved by the Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs (CCEA), however, the construction cost was pushed to Rs 251 crore per km.

Brotherhood, good edu, healthcare is needed to become 'Vishwaguru'

Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal said that if India has to become “vishwaguru”, people will have to live in harmony and should be assured of good education, health facilities and uninterrupted power supply.

CM Yogi inaugurates drive to plant 5 crore saplings

Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath said on Tuesday that God’s grace to humanity will continue and the earth will be free from disasters if nature is protected.

CM Chouhan announces housing scheme for poor

Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan announced the ‘Mukhyamantri Jan Awas Yojana’ for the poor people left out of other government housing schemes, to ensure housing for all in the state.

'STATES GOT MORE THAN RS 100L CR FOR DEV IN LAST 9 YRS'

PM Modi said it is 'Modi's guarantee' that in coming years, India will be counted amongst the top three economies

Indian Army acquires arms worth Rs 7,300 cr from domestic firms

To address concerns related to China’s expanding military capabilities and potential threats, the Indian Army has proactively taken steps to bolster its defence preparedness.

Sebi proposes fixed price delisting

The Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) has unveiled significant proposed changes to delisting regulations, aiming to enhance the process and safeguard the interests of public shareholders.

Indian diamonds to tap domestic, ASEAN mkts

The Indian diamond industry is adapting its focus to domestic markets and emerging ASEAN countries to counterbalance the impact of reduced demand from the US and the European Union (EU).