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DoT seeks views from Trai on allocation of satellite spectrum: MoS

The Department of Telecom (DoT) has sought views on norms for allocating satellite spectrum from sector regulator Trai.

Vodafone to sell 3% stake in Indus Towers for ₹2,841 cr to clear Vi debt

Post this, Vodafone's stake in Indus Towers will fall below 1%. Before this transaction Vodafone had 82.5 million shares or 3.1% stake in Indus Towers

Honda launches 3rd-Gen Amaze

Honda Cars India Ltd. (HCIL) unveiled the all-new third-generation Honda Amaze on Wednesday, marking its global debut in India.

IndiGo says it has consistently scored high on punctuality; refutes survey findings

IndiGo on Wednesday said it has consistently scored high on punctuality, and refuted a survey that claimed the airline is among the worst on the basis of certain parameters, including punctuality.

SBI writes to RBI to consider non-financial transactions as well for tagging an a/c as operative

Faced with the challenge of ensuring an account remains operative, the State Bank of India (SBI) has written to the Reserve Bank, requesting change in rules, and consider non-financial transactions like balance checking as well for tagging an account as operative.

Need to build capabilities for assessment of climate risks: RBI DG Rao

It is essential to build capabilities to ensure correct assessment of climate-related risks and put in place suitable adaptation and mitigation measures, Reserve Bank of India's Deputy Governor M. Rajeshwar Rao said at the Institute of South Asian Studies at the National University of Singapore, Delhi on Wednesday.

Ericsson wins multi-billion 4G, 5G deal from Bharti Airtel for India ops

Telecommunications giant Ericsson on Wednesday said it has been awarded a multi-billion, 4G and 5G extension deal by Bharti Airtel for its India operations.

Gilts surge on bets of repo rate cut ahead of MPC outcome

Government bond prices ended sharply higher as hopes of a rate cut at the Reserve Bank of India's Monetary Policy Committee crystallised and traders wanted to head into the MPC meeting with fuller portfolios, dealers said.

Keep interest of economy before revenue in high-pitched tax notices: Revenue Secy to DRI officers

Revenue Secretary Sanjay Malhotra on Wednesday asked officers to nab the masterminds behind smuggling rackets, but keep the interest of the economy in mind before issuing high-pitched notices in commercial fraud cases.

Rupee plummets to all-time low of 84.75 per USD

The rupee slumped by 7 paise to hit its lowest-ever closing level of 84.75 against the US dollar on Wednesday amid a strengthening greenback and increase in crude prices.

Affordable hsg shortage to touch 31.2 mn units by 2030

CII and Knight Frank report

Simplify ITR forms, bring 'one rate one section' for TDS: Survey

A vast majority of income tax filers want simplified ITRs for individuals, easier ways for computing incentives and deductions, and simplification of TDS framework for 'one rate one section', a Deloitte survey said on Wednesday.

Sebi notifies rules on uniform standards for nomination facilities across securities mkts

Markets regulator Sebi has notified rules on nomination allowing nominees to act on behalf of incapacitated investors.

Sensex advances 110 points in choppy trade, banks gain ahead of RBI policy

Benchmark Sensex advanced 110 points in a choppy trade on Wednesday, extending its gains to the fourth day in a row helped by buying in HDFC Bank, ICICI Bank and fresh foreign fund inflows.

Trump's high tariff threat a huge opportunity for India

NITI AAYOG | On proposed US levies on China, others

India has seen limited success in 'China Plus One strategy': Report

India is seen as an attractive destination for companies looking to shift their manufacturing bases out of China

About ₹15 lakh cr required for adding power generation capacity in 2022-27

About Rs 15 lakh crore fund is required to add electricity generation capacity during 2022-27, which includes expenditure for projects to be commissioned in 2027-32, a power ministry statement said.

HC lifts stay on constable recruitment

The High Court of Chhattisgarh has lifted the ban on the recruitment process for the 2023-24 constable cadre, striking down exemptions granted to children of serving police personnel.

Five teachers dismissed for prolonged absence

In a decisive move, the Collector of Balodabazar has dismissed five government employees, including three teachers and two Assistant Grade Three staff, for prolonged absenteeism.

School accountant accused of embezzling ₹6.5L

A case of embezzlement has come to light at Mahavir English School in Gudhiyari, where the school's accountant, Savita Sahu, is accused of misappropriating approximately 6.5 lakh in children's fees.

Entries open for National Media Award 2024

Media institutions across the country have been invited to submit their entries for the prestigious National Media Award 2024, presented by the Election Commission of India (ECI).

Sanitation works comes to standstill in Raipur City

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Regular suicidal threat falls under mental harassment: HC

The Chhattisgarh High Court has upheld the husband's divorce plea and held the wife guilty of mental harassment.

Cybercrime is biggest challenge of today: CM

\"Cybercrime is the biggest challenge of today,\" said Chhattisgarh Chief Minister Vishnu Deo Sai, underlining the government's commitment to combating the modern menace on Wednesday.

Earthquake tremors felt across Bastar region

A mild earthquake shook parts of Sukma district in Chhattisgarh on Wednesday morning, sending residents into a state of panic.

Congress slams BJP Govt for 'Ruining state in one year'

The Chhattisgarh Pradesh Congress Committee (CPCC) President Deepak Baij launched a scathing attack on the BJP-led Vishnu Deo Sai government, accusing it of mismanagement, corruption, and failure to address public concerns in its first year.

C'garh claims decisive victory against Naxalism

REVIEW MEET ON NAXALISM | Evaluation of strategy

Driver challaned even once for over speeding not to be employed: HC

The guidelines issued by Indore bench of Madhya Pradesh High Court ensures that a driver who has been challaned even once for the offence of over speeding, drunken driving and dangerous driving is not be employed for school transportation across the state.

Parakh held in 5,742 schools

The National Achievement Survey was conducted in 5,742 schools across Madhya Pradesh with nearly 145,000 students of Class 3, 6, and 9 participating.

Puppets tell stories in language beyond words

Kolkata's Dolls Theatre presents Taming of the Wild