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Nifty snaps 3-day losing run, Sensex soars 376 points on rally in blue-chips

In the broader market, the BSE smallcap gauge declined 0.65 per cent and midcap index dipped o.28 per cent

IRCTC introduces 'Bowl Meals and nostalgic 'Railway Cutlet'

IRCTC, the hospitality and tourism arm of Indian Railways, has played a pivotal role in upgrading and professionalising the hospitality services of Indian Railways, garnering much appreciation from the passenger fraternity.

Civil aviation minister pitches for sustainable aviation practices, regional air connectivity

In the next 20-25 years, Naidu said the country will need 350 to 400 airports

M&As: Govt notifies deal value threshold provisions

The government on Monday notified the provisions related to the deal value threshold under the competition law, wherein companies will be compulsorily required to seek the approval of Competition Commission of India (CCI) for mergers and acquisitions beyond certain thresholds.

'GST Council cuts tax on helicopter services for religious travel to 5%'

Uttarakhand Finance Minister Prem Chand Agarwal on Monday said the GST Council has decided to cut tax on helicopter services for religious travels to 5 per cent.

US announces partnership with India in semiconductor to diversify global ecosystem

In a significant move, the US State Department on Monday announced a partnership with India to diversify the global semiconductor ecosystem under the International Technology Security and Innovation (ITSI) fund.

Revenue mop up rises over 400% since levy of 28% GST

'The revenue from online gaming has increased by 412 per cent and reached Rs 6,909 crore in just six months'

Sebi's deadline to disclose BO ends, few FPIs seek legal route

With the deadline to disclose the beneficial owners in FPI to markets watchdog Sebi expiring on Monday, a couple of foreign investors have sought legal avenues to avoid complying with the regulations.

Sebi notifies rules for registration of foreign VC investors

Capital markets watchdog Sebi has notified rules to streamline the framework for the registration of Foreign Venture Capital Investors (FVCIs).

Energy cooperation takes center stage in India-UAE bilateral relations

The official two-day visit of Sheikh Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, the Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi, commenced on Monday, and marks a significant milestone in the India-UAE Comprehensive Strategic Partnership.

EVs can maintain cost without subsidies: Min

Nitin Gadkari said within two years, the cost of EVs will be the same with their petrol and diesel counterparts

EU says it has 'credible information' that Iran sent ballistic missiles to Russia

The European Union said Monday its allies had shared \"credible\" intelligence Iran had supplied Russia with ballistic missiles, a claim rejected by Tehran but not explicitly denied by the Kremlin.

China announces joint naval, air drills with Russia

China's Defence Ministry on Monday announced joint naval and air drills with Russia starting this month, underscoring the closeness between their militaries as Russia presses its grinding invasion of Ukraine.

EU buys too much defence equipment abroad: Report

European Union countries are buying too much of their defence equipment abroad, almost two thirds of it in the US, and failing to invest enough in joint military projects, a landmark report on EU competitiveness warned on Monday.

Vietnam storm death toll rises after bus swept away and bridge collapses

A bridge collapsed and a bus was swept away by flooding Monday as more rain fell following a typhoon in Vietnam that has caused at least 59 deaths in the Southeast Asian country and disrupted businesses and factories in the export-focused northern industrial hubs, state media reported.

'Israeli strikes leave 18 dead in the biggest toll since war in Gaza began'

The number of people killed in overnight Israeli strikes in Syria has risen to 18 with dozens more wounded, Syria's health minister said on Monday the largest death toll in such an attack since the beginning of the war in Gaza.

India's workforce paradox

The India Employment Report 2024 highlights rising unemployment among educated youth alongside declining labour force participation rate-reflecting the urge for addressing skill mismatches and ensuring gender pay parity

Sardonic praise!

Vladimir Putin's sarcastic endorsement of Kamala Harris for the 2024 US presidential election indicates his veiled preference for Donald Trump who sounds soft on sanctions and US' NATO involvement

BJP appeases RSS, appoints Sangh-linked individuals to key positions

In a move seen as a bid to quell dissatisfaction within its ideological parent, the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS), the BJP government in Uttar Pradesh has made significant appointments of Sangh-affiliated individuals to important commissions, corporations and boards.

MP: 12 drown in separate incidents

A jawan of the Special Armed Force (SAF) and a doctor were among 12 persons who drowned in separate incidents in Mandsaur, Vidisha, Sehore, Khandwa and Jabalpur districts of Madhya Pradesh, officials said on Monday.

MP forms new 'Delimitation Commission' to re-examine districts and divisions bounds

Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Mohan Yadav on Monday said that a new 'Delimitation Commission' has been formed by the state government to re-examine boundaries of the districts and divisions for the people's convenience.

High time? Decks cleared to legalise cultivation of cannabis in Himachal Pradesh

The decision is aimed at easing the financial crunch being faced by the state

Kalindi Express hits LPG cylinder placed on track; six detained

In a shocking incident, a conspiracy to derail the Kalindi Express was uncovered when LPG cylinders and other inflammable substances were found placed on the Kanpur-Kasganj railway track at Barrajpur-Uttarpara.

Akhilesh hits out at Adityanath, questions law and order in UP

In a sharp criticism of Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath, Samajwadi Party (SP) chief Akhilesh Yadav hinted that Adityanath's days in power may be numbered.

NIA chargesheets four accused

The National Investigation Agency (NIA) on Monday filed a chargesheet against four individuals in connection with the high-profile Rameshwaram Café blast case in Bengaluru.

Army neutralises 2 terrorists in J&K during anti-infiltration operation

A substantial cache of arms and ammunition was recovered, including two AK-47 rifles and a pistol, which highlights the lethal intent of infiltrators

Teen 'trafficked' to Lucknow, raped by truck driver

A 13-year-old girl from Ranchi was allegedly trafficked to Lucknow on a truck and on the way, she was \"raped\" by its driver multiple times before being left on a roadside, police said on Monday.

Rlys accepts Vinesh & Bajrang's resignation

The Railways on Monday accepted the resignations of wrestlers Vinesh Phogat and Bajrang Punia, officials said.

Abdullah vows to restore Article 370 in J&K even if it takes years

National Conference (NC) president Farooq Abdullah Monday said the restoration of Article 370 is the voice of people of Jammu and Kashmir, and asserted the special provision of the erstwhile state would definitely be restored even if it might take many years.

Fear of PM Modi and BJP has faded: Rahul in US

Says Bharat Jodo Yatra changed Indian political landscape