Kiren Rijiju assumes supplementary responsibilities in the Ministry of Food Processing Industries

Kiren Rijiju, the Minister of Earth Sciences, has assumed additional responsibilities as the Union Minister of Food Processing Industries following the acceptance of the resignation of Union Food Processing Industries Minister Pashupati Kumar Paras by President Droupadi Murmu on Wednesday.

Gross direct tax collections for FY 2023-24 grows 18.74 %

The provisional figures of direct tax collections for the financial year 2023-24 (as on 17 March 2024 show that net collections are at Rs18,90,259 crore, compared to Rs 15,76,776 crore in the corresponding period of the preceding financial year FY 2022-23), representing an increase of 19.88 per cent.

India's direct sales market tops rs 21,000 crore after 12% growth

The Indian Direct Selling Association (IDSA) released its annual survey report on Wednesday, revealing a notable growth of over 12% in the direct selling industry in India for the fiscal year 2022-23. The gross industry turnover reached Rs 21,282 crore, showcasing a positive trend compared to the previous year.

UPI RECORDS RS 18.2 LAKH CRORE TRANSACTIONS IN INDIA IN FEBRUARY

NPCI data shows daily UPI transactions average between Rs 40,000 to Rs 80,000 crore. NEFT and RTGS transactions average Rs 33.85 lakh crore and Rs 146 lakh crore, respectively

Ex-Police officer Pradeep Sharma sentenced to life imprisonment in fake encounter case

In a significant verdict, the Bombay High Court on Tuesday sentenced former policeman Pradeep Sharma to life imprisonment for his involvement in the fake encounter of Ramnarayan Gupta, an alleged close associate of gangster Chhota Rajan in 2006, in Mumbai.

Kannadiga Kalavidara Parishat Maharashtra hosts Kalamahotsava

The Kannadiga Kalavidara Parishat organized its vibrant cultural arts festival at the Bantara Bhavan auditorium in Kurla East on March 16.

EXICOM AND DELHI TOOFANS TEAM UP FOR RUPAY PRIME VOLLEY SEASON 3

Exicom, a leader in the EV charging ecosystem, today announced its partnership with the Delhi Toofans volleyball franchise for the highly anticipated Season 3 of the RuPay Prime Volleyball League 2024.

SUPREME COURT: PLEA TO STAY CITIZENSHIP AMENDMENT ACT

The Supreme Court in the case was hearing the application filed to stay the Citizenship Amendment Act 2019 and the Citizenship Amendment Rules 202

Delhi High Court: Pre-Arrest Bail Cannot Be Routinely Granted Since Accused May Use It As Shield, Custodial Interrogation To Be Avoided When Accused Joins Probe

The Delhi High Court in the case Prithvi Raj Kasana And Ors. v. State observed and has said that an order for the grant of pre-arrest bail cannot be passed in a routine manner in order to allow the accused to use it as a shield.

AAM AADMI PARTY LEADER SANJAY SINGH TAKES OATH AS THE RAJYA SABHA MEMBER

The Aam Aadmi Party leader Sanjay Singh took oath as member of the Rajya Sabha on March 19, 2024 after the Delhi Court permitted him to visit Parliament.

ISRAEL, INDIA COLLABORATE TO SHAPE FUTURE TECHNOLOGY

Israel Aerospace Industries (IAI) has embarked on a strategic partnership with the prestigious Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Delhi, marking a significant step towards fostering collaborative research initiatives, training programs, and research consultancy endeavors.

GAZA FACES IMMINENT FAMINE AS OVER 10 LAKH GRAPPLE WITH STARVATION: UN REPORT

The Integrated Food Security Phase Classification (IPC) warns that famine could ravage the north between mid-March and May 2024, with half of Gaza’s 2.2 million inhabitants facing severe food shortages

Go First bidder raises offer after Bank encouragement

The consortium, which includes budget carrier Spice Jet's managing director Ajay Singh and Busy Bee Airways, increased the bid amount between Rs 100 crore ($12.06 million) and Rs 150 crore, one of the sources said. The original bid amount stood at Rs 1,600 crore.

We Work India to launch 2,000-seater centre in Chennai by June

Coworking major WeWork India on Tuesday said it has entered Chennai market and has taken on lease 1.3 lakh square feet of office space in Chennai to open a new centre with a capacity of 2,000 desks.

TCS SHARES DIP 3% AS TATA SONS DIVESTS STAKE

Shares of Tata Consultancy Services (TCS) plunged more than 3 per cent in the morning trade on Tuesday as its promoter Tata Sons sold around 2.3 crore shares, or 0.65 per cent of equity stake

Govt Aims for digital public goods: Shirish Joshi, ONDC CBO

Simplilearn, a global digital skills training provider, has launched a report titled Safeguarding the Digital Frontier - Cybersecurity Trends and Upskilling Outlook for 2024, highlighting the pressing demand for heightened cybersecurity measures in an era dominated by digital transactions.

India on positive growth spiral: Abhijeet Jhawar, Infra.Market CSO

On March 23, as part of the Earth Hour, Delhiites will once again join over a billion people in cities around the world - from Mumbai and Los Angeles to London, Hong Kong, Sydney, Rome, Manila, Singapore, Dubai and countless others by switching off non-essential lights and appliances for one hour in a symbolic gesture of showing their concern for the environment.

INCOME TAX DEPARTMENT RECOVERS RS 73,500 CR IN FY24 DUES

The Income Tax Department has successfully recovered Rs 73,500 crore in pending dues for the financial year 2023-24 up to March 15

Nifty IT plunges to 9-week low, TCS shares drop 4.3%

In today's trading session, Indian IT stocks experienced a downturn as all 10 constituents of the Nifty IT index closed the day in negative territory, recording losses ranging from 1.5% to 4%.

RS 15,000 CRORE INVESTED IN SPORTS SPONSORSHIPS IN 2023

The \"Sporting Nation-Building a Legacy\" report emphasized a significant increase in digital advertising revenues, comprising 40% of total ad spending, driven by free access to IPL and ICC Men's Cricket World Cup matches on OTT platforms.

Unilever to restructure, ice cream unit separated, 7,500 jobs cut

Unilever Plc, under the leadership of Chief Executive Officer Hein Schumacher, has unveiled plans to separate its ice cream business, which includes renowned brands such as Ben & Jerry's, as part of a broader restructuring initiative aimed at enhancing growth prospects.

India's exports to hit $450 billion in Fiscal 2024, FIEO President

Ashwani Kumar, the newly elected president of the Federation of Indian Export Organisations (FIEO), expressed optimism about the country's merchandise exports, projecting them to reach USD 450 billion by the end of the fiscal year.

Fusion of AI and Fashion: A Digital Revolution in Haute Couture

In recent years, the fashion Industry has witnessed a profound transformation, thanks to the integration of Artificial Intelligence (AI) into its fabric.

Football coach killed after dumper hits him in Navi Mumbai

A 69-year-old football coach was killed after a dumper knocked him down in Navi Mumbai township of Maharashtra, police said.

Police force to leverage AI for investigations as government gives nod

In a significant move towards modernizing law enforcement, police departments in Maharashtra, including Mumbai, are gearing up to harness the power of artificial intelligence (AI) as a potent investigative tool.

Controversy surrounds Maharashtra govt's new dress code for school teachers

The Maharashtra government recently rolled out a new dress code for school teachers, eliciting mixed reactions and sparking debate.

SCHOOLS IN MAHARASHTRA TO UNDERGO GRADING AND ACCREDITATION PROCESS

Schools across Maharashtra, including pre-primary institutions, will soon undergo a rigorous evaluation process similar to colleges and universities. This evaluation will be conducted by external assessors and schools will be graded on a scale of 100 to below 50.

ALLAHABAD HIGH COURT DISMISSED JAUHAR DECISION'S OF CANCELLING LAND LEASE

The Allahabad High Court in the case observed and has dismissed the challenge made to the cancellation of the lease of Maulana Mohamad Ali Jauhar University’s land in the state’s Rampur District.

China's economy brightens, property sector still in doldrums

China’s economic landscape for the first two months of the year exhibited a mixed picture, with manufacturing and investment showing signs of improvement while the property sector continued to grapple with weaknesses, according to a statement from the National Bureau of Statistics released on Monday.

ISRAEL SEES RISE IN CPI IN FEBRUARY

Israel’s Central Bureau of Statistics (CBS) recently released data indicating a 0.4 percent increase in the Consumer Price Index (CPI) for February 2024 compared to January 2024.