Security tightened on Jammu-Srinagar Highway ahead of Independence Day

Authorities have tightened security, including checking of vehicles on the JammuSrinagar Highway, ahead of the 78th Independence Day.

ECI EVALUATES PREPARATIONS FOR HARYANA ASSEMBLY POLLS

Enhanced electoral infrastructure, special provisions for senior citizens and physically challenged voters announced ahead of october elections

Maruti Suzuki's first time SUV exports to Japan is a proof of 'Make in India success: Piyush Goyal

Union Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal praised the nation's growing manufacturing prowess on Tuesday, stating that Maruti Suzuki's SUV exports to Japan are evidence of the \"Make In India\" campaign's success.

HUMANS HAVE LEARNED HOW TO SURVIVE IN SPACE: INDIAN COSMONAUT RAKESH SHARMA

Speaking at the \"Youth Sabha 2047: Shaping India's Future\" event on International Youth Day on Monday, Rakesh Sharma India's first Astronaut said that humans have learned how to survive in space.

Direct tax collections 24 pc higher at Rs 8.1 lakh crore

The gross direct tax collections by the government so far in 2024-15 were 24 per cent higher on a yearly basis at Rs 8.13 lakh crore, data released by the Central Board of Direct Taxes (CBDT) showed on Monday.

KFC HITS 76 MILLION VIEWS AND 15266 IN-APP ORDERS

DRIM , the performance influencer marketing platform in collaboration with Blink Digital, piloted a transformative campaign for KFC in India, amassing over 76 million organic views and over 10k in-app orders.

Foreign investors taking money off table amid volatility, high valuation fears in India

Foreign portfolio investors are taking money off the table lately, amidst volatility in the Indian stocks.

54TH GST COUNCIL MEETING TO TAKE PLACE ON SEPTEMBER 9 IN NEW DELHI

The 54th Meeting of the Goods and Services Tax Council or GST Council, will be held on 9th September 2024 in New Delhi, the GST Council said in a post on social media platform “X” on Tuesday.

RBI Dy Governor highlights urgent need to evolve deposit insurance system

Reserve Bank of India (RBI) Deputy Governor Michael Patra on Tuesday underscored the urgent need for evolving deposit insurance systems to meet the challenges posed by rapid financial innovation and climate change

BIS establishes a new environment and ecology department to advance standardisation

In its endeavour to advance standardisation, the Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) has formed a new department for standardisation, the Ministry of Consumer Affairs, Food & Public Distribution said in a statement on Tuesday.

Sandeep Poundrik takes over as secretary, Ministry of Steel

Bihar cadre IAS officer Sandeep Poundrik assumed charge as Secretary, Ministry of Steel, at Udyog Bhawan. He is a 1993-batch IAS officer from the Bihar cadre.

BUNKERING AT INDIA PORTS SHOT UP 65% IN 2024: S&P GLOBAL COMMODITY INSIGHTS

Bunkering activity in India has experienced significant growth in 2024, with the total number of bunkering and ship to-ship calls to Indian ports increasing by 64 per cent year-on-year through July.

SC To Consider Kejriwal's Plea On CBI Arrest In Excise Case

The Supreme Court on Monday agreed to consider listing for hearing a plea of Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal against the Delhi High Court order upholding his arrest by the CBI in a corruption case stemming from the alleged excise policy scam.

New Canada Visa Policies For Skilled Professionals

In a strategic move to address global talent shortages and bolster its economic growth, Canada has announced new immigration policies that offer significant opportunities for skilled professionals worldwide.

Lucknow Leads Tier 2 Cities In Shopping Centre Space: Knight Frank India Report

According to Knight Frank India's latest research report, Think India, Think Retail 2024, Lucknow has emerged as the leader in gross leasable area (GLA) for shopping centres among 21 tier 2 cities across India.

IMD Predicts Rains In Several Parts Of Himachal In Next Few Days

The Indian Meteorological Department (IMD) has forecast rains in several districts of Himachal Pradesh over the next five days.

Bangladesh's Economy At Risk Of Pandemic-Level Decline

A recent report by Moody's warns that the ongoing curfews in Bangladesh could severely harm the country's economy, potentially bringing it back to levels seen during the pandemic.

SC rules disclosure statements irrelevant in Gujarat Murder Case

The Supreme Court in the case Allarakha Habib Memon Etc. Versus State Of Gujarat observed and has held hat the disclosure made by an accused under Section 27 of the Indian Evidence Act. 1872 is irrelevant if the fact was previously being known to the police.

Atishi to hoist national flag, Rai directs department to make arrangements Ra or In at FL M De

Aam Aadmi Party senior leader and Delhi Environment Minister Gopal Rai stated that Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal has expressed his wish for Education Minister Atishi to hoist the national flag on Independence Day.

We have hope from Supreme Court, says Manish Sisodia

In his first interview after securing bail in the Delhi Excise policy case, Senior AAP leader and former Delhi Deputy CM Manish Sisodia said that he has hope from the Supreme Court that like him it would also deliver justice to CM Arvind Kejriwal as well.

J-K: ARMY ON HIGH ALERT ALONG LOC IN SUNDERBANI AHEAD OF I-DAY

The Indian Army has been placed on high alert along the Line of Control (LoC) in the remote region of Sunderbani in the Rajouri district of Jammu and Kashmir ahead of Independence Day to ensure the safety and security of people.

DIRECT TAX COLLECTIONS 24% HIGHER AT RS 8.1 LAKH CRORE

The gross direct tax collections by the government so far in 2024-15 were 24 per cent higher on a yearly basis at Rs 8.13 lakh crore, data released by the Central Board of Direct Taxes (CBDT) showed on Monday. During the same period last year, the gross tax collections were Rs 6.55 lakh crore.

Odisha rice scientists excited as PM dedicates three varieties developed by them to nation

Scientists at the National Rice Research Institution (NRRI) here are excited as Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday dedicated three rice varieties developed by them to the nation.

Merchandise exports to hit USD 111.7 bn, non-oil exports at USD 89.8 bn in Q2 FY25

The Export-Import Bank of India (India Exim Bank) has projected that the country's total merchandise exports are expected to reach USD 111.7 billion, marking a year-on-year (yo-y) growth of 4.2 per cent and non-oil exports are anticipated to amount to USD 89.8 billion, reflecting a y-o-y growth of 6.26 per cent in the second quarter (July-September) of the fiscal year 2025.

HOME LOANS OF UP TO RS 15 CRORES ON BAJAJ MARKETS

Bajaj Markets, a digital financial marketplace, facilitates easy access to home loans of up to Rs 15 Crores at interest rates starting from 8.50 per cent p.a.

SBI GENERAL INSURANCE SURGES AHEAD WITH A 32 PER CENT GROWTH IN Q1 FY24-25

SBI General Insurance, one of India's leading General Insurance companies, has reported a robust growth of 32% in the first quarter of FY 24-25, resulting in a Gross Direct Premium (GDP) of INR 2,603 crore.

Eco Recycling Reports 98 per cent Surge in Standalone Q1 FY25 Profit

Eco Recycling Limited (BSE: ECORECO), India's first and one of the leading professional E-waste Management Company today announced its Unaudited financial results for the Quarter ended 31st June 2024 (Q1 FY25) Commenting on the performance, B K Soni, Chairman & Managing Director of Eco Recycling Limited said, \"Our performance this quarter is an outcome of the acceptance of responsible recycling and stricter implementation of the Rules.

Centre notifies gas prices for new wells at 20 per cent premium versus 10% earlier

Petroleum and natural gas ministry has notified the allocation of gas produced from new wells or well interventions from nominated fields of ONGC/OIL at 20 per cent premium over the APM price.

India's retail inflation softens and align with RBI's 4% target

Breaching 5 per cent in June, the retail inflation rate in India softened drastically in July.

'JAI JAWAAN, JAI KISAAN, JAI VIGYAAN, JAI ANUSANDHAN', SAYS PM MODI TO FARMERS

In an interaction at the Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR) PUSA, Prime Minister Narendra Modi connected with farmers, showcasing his unwavering commitment to the agricultural community.