U.S. FED CHIEF STRONGLY SIGNALS RATE CUT IN SEPT

US Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell gave a strong indication that it was time for the US central bank to reduce interest rates as inflation rates were aligning with its target.

Govt launches national safety portal, targets zero accidents in coal mines

To evaluate the safety conditions of coal companies, Amrit Lal Meena, Secretary of the Ministry of Coal, reviewed the progress of the National Coal Mines Safety Report Portal on Friday.

Textile exports to reach $65 bn by FY-26. $350 bn by 2030

India's textile industry is on the brink of expansion, with total textile exports projected to reach USD 65 billion by FY26, according to Invest India.

Domestic gold prices surge 10% amid global price rally

Domestic gold prices have risen by 10 per cent on a year-to-date basis on the back of the strength in global gold prices, which have surged by 18 per cent year-to-date, driven by robust central bank purchases, heightened geopolitical risks, and growing expectations of a monetary policy pivot from the US Federal Reserve, according to the World Gold Council.

Mumbai to develop Centre of Excellence to skill youth: Piyush Goyal

Union Minister of Commerce and Industry, Piyush Goyal, announced that in the next three years, 10,000 youth will receive skill development training across various sectors at a Centre of Excellence to be established in Mumbai.

TELECOM MINISTER SCINDIA PUSHES FOR 6G LEADERSHIP

Union Telecom Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia along with Chandra Sekhar Pemmasani, Minister of State for Communications, chaired the second meeting of the recently established Stakeholders Advisory Committee (SAC) on Telecom Service Providers (TSPs) on Friday.

DAY 2 OF AUTO AND TAXI STRIKES STRANDS COMMUTERS ACROSS CITY

Delhi residents are facing difficulties travelling on Friday as the autorickshaw and taxi drivers' strike entered its second day.

Heavy rain causes chaos in Delhi; severe waterlogging, traffic congestion reported

Severe traffic congestion and waterlogging were witnessed in several parts of Delhi after a sudden rainfall lashed on Friday morning.

DU admissions: Only 6,100 seats up for grabs in Round 2 undergraduate

The University of Delhi has released a list of 6,100 vacant seats for the second round of undergraduate admissions, following the conclusion of the first round.

Coaching centre case: Court rejects bail pleas of 4 co-owners of basement

The Rouse Avenue court on Friday rejected the bail pleas of four co-owners of the basement where the drowning incident happened. Accused Sarabjit, Harvinder, Parvinder and Tejinder moved pleas seeking regular bail. The accused were arrested on July 28.

Lokesh Anand Honored with Bharat Ratna Ustad Bismillah Khan Award for his musical excellence

A memorial concert titled \"Yade-Bismillah\" was held on the 17th death anniversary of the legendary Shehnai maestro Bharat Ratna Ustad Bismillah Khan.

Delhi excise policy: SC adjourns Kejriwal's pleas for bail, against arrest for Sept 5

The Supreme Court on Friday adjourned for September 5 the hearing of the pleas of Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal seeking bail and challenging the Delhi High Court order upholding his arrest by the CBI in a corruption case stemming from the alleged excise policy scam.

We must not allow children from disadvantaged groups to accept inequalities: Delhi HC

The Delhi High Court has issued several directives on a batch of petitions seeking admission for students under the Economically Weaker Section (EWS) and Disadvantaged Group (DG) quotas in Delhi private schools.

CALCUTTA HIGH COURT TRANSFERS SIR PROBE INTO ALLEGED IRREGULARITIES BY EX-RG KAR PRINCIPAL SANDIP GHOSH TO CBI

The Calcutta High Court in the case Akhtar Ali v State Of WB observed and has transferred an SIT probe into alleged irregularities by former RG Kar Principal Sandip Ghosh, to the Central Bureau of Investigation, CBI.

Supreme Court: If Accused Given Bail In Multiple Cases Is Unable To Find Sureties, Condition Of Multiple Sureties Be Balanced With Article 21 Of Constitution

The Supreme Court in the case Girish Gandhi v. The State of Uttar Pradesh & Ors observed and has held that if an accused, who is being involved in multiple cases, is enlarged on bail and is unable to find multiple sureties, the court must balance the requirement of sureties with his right to personal liberty as guaranteed under Article 21 of the Constitution of India, The court in the case found that the petitioner, despite of securing bail in 13 cases which are registered across various states, experienced a ‘genuine’ difficulty in finding multiple sureties, because of which the petitioner continued to be incarcerated.

SC: Mere Non-Performance Of Agreement To Sell Does Not Amount To Offence Of Cheating & Criminal Breach Of Trust

The Supreme Court in the case Radheyshyam & Ors.v.State of Rajasthan & Anr observed that mere nonperformance of an Agreement to Sell by itself does not amount to the offences of cheating and criminal breach of trust and also quashing a criminal case against three persons for failing to execute a sale despite an agreement to sell a property.

Supreme Court Seeks TN Govt Response On Petition Challenging Savukku Shankar's Preventive Detention

The Supreme Court in the case A.Kamala vs. State Of Tamil Nadu observed and has issued notice to the State of Tamil Nadu wherein the petition is filed challenging the recent detention of YouTuber Savukku Shankar under the preventive detention law.

Supreme Court Directs Physical Presence Of Chief And Finance Secretaries Of States/UTs Which Have Not Cleared Arrears

The Supreme Court in the case All India Judges Association v.UoI and Ors., observed and has directed the personal appearances of Chief and Financial Secretaries of States or UTS which have not complied with the earlier directions on payment of arrears to judicial officers in terms of the Second National Judicial Pay Commission recommendations.

Supreme Court Adjourned Arvind Kejriwal Bail Petition In CBI Case Till September 05, 2024

The Supreme Court in the case Arvind Kejriwal v.Central Bureau of Investigation observed and has adjourned the hearing of Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal's petition filed challenging his arrest and seeking bail in the case registered by the Central Bureau Investigation, CBI over the alleged Delhi Liquor Policy scam, after the CBI sought time to file a counter-affidavit in the matter.

Bhupinder Hooda dismisses speculation of Vinesh Phogat joining Congress

Reacting to the speculation regarding former Indian wrestler Vinesh Phogat joining Congress, Former Haryana CM and LoP Bhupinder Singh Hooda on Friday labelled it as a \"hypothetical question\" and said that people will get to know if anyone joins the party.

IPA supports govt ban on 156 drugs, including painkillers, multivitamins

The Government of India has banned 156 drugs, including painkillers, multivitamins, and antibiotics commonly used for treating fever and colds.

'NOT ME ATLEAST...' NCP CHIEF SHARAD PAWAR ON PARTY'S CM FACE

Putting an end to speculations about the Chief Ministerial face from the Nationalist Congress Party, Sharad Pawar on Friday said that the party has not projected anyone yet as the CM face.

'No ill will towards organization': JMM leader Champai Soren days after hinting at forming new party

Days after Former Jharkhand Chief Minister and Jharkhand Mukti Morcha (JMM) leader Champai Soren indicated the possibility of starting a new party, he clarified on Friday that he holds no grudge against his former organisation.

Sonowal celebrates first ‘National Space Day' with young MTI cadets

Union Minister of Ports, Shipping and Waterways, Sarbananda Sonowal on Friday visited Maritime Training Institute (MTI), Powai, a leading institution dedicated to imparting benchmark training in the maritime field for more than three decades.

The Bharat Health Initiative for Sahyog Hita & Maitri

Under the broad umbrella of Project Aarogya Maitri, Government of India has created the BHISHM initiative, which provides the means to deliver all basic facilities and equipment for providing emergency medical care, in an easy to use and rapidly deployable manner.

Karnataka minister chairs meeting to evaluate situation following Mpox fear

In response to growing concerns over the spread of the Mpox virus in several countries, Karnataka’s Medical Education Minister, Sharan Prakash Patil, chaired a meeting on Friday at Vikasa Soudha to evaluate the situation and implement precautionary measures to manage the virus in the state.

Modi's Poland visit boosts trade

Prime Minister Narendra Modi's recent visit to Poland, the first by an Indian Prime Minister in 45 years, has sparked considerable interest among business leaders.

India's foreign exchange reserves rose USD 4.5 bn to reach USD 674.7 bn

India's foreign exchange reserves increased by USD 4.546 billion, reaching USD 674.664 billion, just below their all-time high, during the week ending August 16, according to data released by the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) on Friday.

FSSAI bans misleading A1, A2 milk labels on e-commerce websites

The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) prohibited the use of A1 and A2 milk claims on milk product packaging.

What's hampering Kellanova's India business?

Kellanova, formerly known as The Kellogg Company, is facing challenges with sluggish sales and declining profits in India.