Violence claims more lives in Pakistan in 2023

In a stark revelation, Pakistan experienced a distressing surge in violence throughout the year 2023, with a total of 1,524 fatalities and 1,463 injuries resulting from 789 terror attacks and counter-terror operations, according to a comprehensive annual security report by the Centre for Research and Security Studies (CRSS).

UK PUBLICATION PREDICTS BJP TRIUMPH IN 2024 ELECTORAL SHOWDOWN

BJP's victories in key state assemblies, especially the saffron sweep, set the stage for Prime Minister Modi's potential third consecutive term, as noted by columnist Hannah Ellis-Peterson

BluSmart partners with Tata Power subsidiary for Green Power agreement

Indian electric vehicle (EV) ride-hailing and charging infrastructure network BluSmart on Wednesday announced that it has signed a multi-year Power Purchase Agreement (PPA) with Tata PowerTrading Company Limited (TPTCL), a subsidiary of Tata Power, to source green power.

Raymond surges 7% with first project launch beyond Thane

Raymond's share price rose over 7 percent on February 21, a day after the group's real estate arm Raymond Realty announced the launch of its first project outside Thane \"The Address by GS, Bandra'.

Zee Denies Rs 2,000 cr accounting 'Hole' report as 'False'

Zee Entertainment Enterprises Ltd (ZEEL) on Wednesday refuted the report which said that the Securities and Exchange Board of India (Sebi) has found that about Rs 2,000 crore may have been diverted from the company.

Paytm shares surge, hits upper circuit again at Rs 395

Shares of One97 Communications which owns Paytm brand hit the upper circuit for the fourth consecutive session on Wednesday.

RELIANCE INDUSTRIES TO LAUNCH AI MODEL IN MARCH

Themodelis being developed in collaboration with Indian Institute of Technology universities and is backed by Reliance Jio Infocomm Ltd

Irdai to introduce collaterals for reinsurance transactions with CBRs

The Insurance Regulatory thority (Irdai) is planning to introduce collaterals for reinsurance transactions with Cross Border Reinsurers (CBR).

Medplus falls 2% as board delays diagnostics division expansion plan

Shares hares of Medplus Health Services dipped 4 per cent in intra-day deals after the company's board decided against its approved fundraising plan.

Tea companies grapple with higher wage costs and lower prices

Higher wage costs and lower price realisation weighed on the performance of tea companies in the three- and nine-month period ended December 31.

INDIAN RAILWAYS CONSIDERS BREAKING UP NEW DELHI RAILWAY STATION REDEVELOPMENT

The tender for the redevelopment of New Delhi railway station has been withdrawn for the fourth time. The Railway Land Development Authority

India's AI market projected to soar to $17 billion

India's artificial intelligence (AI) market is poised to reach $17 billion by 2027, according to a joint report released by IT industry body Nasscom and consulting firm BCG. The report, which studied AI-powered technology in the country, forecasts a steady annualized growth rate of 25-35% between 2024 and 2027.

UK, Canada CAs may practice in India

The Institute of Chartered (ICAI) has proposed to the government the possibility of allowing chartered accountants from the United Kingdom and Canada to practice in India on a reciprocal basis. This move, if implemented, would mark the first time that overseas chartered accountants would be permitted to practice in India.

India eyes Brics currency without China

The central government to explore the feasibility of a proposal for a common currency arrangement within the Brics framework, comprising Brazil, Russia, India, China, and South Africa.

Infrastructure tenders boom, but highway projects stall

Tendering activity in the sector Ten infrastructure surged to record levels in January 2024, reaching Rs 20,500 crore, driven by a robust increase in tender issuances from key entities such as the Maharashtra State Road Development Corporation (MSRDC) and the National Highways Authority of India (NHAI), according to JM Financials.

INDIAN BANKS' RUSH FOR CLIENTS SET FOR RECKONING AFTER PAYTM FIASCO

Indian regulators are cracking down on financial sector fraud, exemplified by the suspension of Paytm's banking affiliate, signalling tougher oversight and enforcement measures to come

Police seizes 2 kg of explosives hidden by Naxalites in Gadchiroli underground

Police have recovered two kilograms of explosives packed in a pressure cooker hidden by Naxalites beneath the ground in a forest in Maharashtra's Gadchiroli district, officials said.

LAWYER DENIED BAIL IN RS 2.5 CR CHEATING CASE

A 32-year-old lawyer, Nitin Mane, has been denied bail by the sessions court in connection with a case where he is accused of duping a businessman of over Rs 2.5 crore.

LOGICKNOTS, NSDC, AND IIT GUWAHATI COLLABORATE FOR SEMICONDUCTOR EDUCATION

Logicknots India Private Limited, an Indian startup has forged a strategic alliance with the NSDC(National Skill Development Corporation) and IIT(Indian Institute of Technology) Guwahati, marking a major move in enhancing education and skill development in semiconductor IC design education.

Pune police directs bars and permit rooms to follow 1.30 am deadline

Police have registered a case against four persons for allegedly cheating five people from Navi Mumbai township in Maharashtra of Rs 65.73 lakh by promising them discounts on high-end mobile phones and cars, an official said on Tuesday.

Bombay High Court Declared CBIs Arrest For Fmr ICICI Bank CEO And MD Chanda Kocchar, Her Husband Deepak Kocchar As 'Illegal'; Abuse Of Process

The Bombay High Court in the case observed and has ordered the arrest of former ICICI bank CEO and MD Chanda Kochhar and her husband Deepak Kochhar by CBI 'illegal,' the court called the investigating agencies acts an 'abuse of power.'

CALCUTTA HIGH COURT TAKES EXCEPTION TO STATE POLICE BEING UABLE TO APPREHEND PRIME ACCUSED SHAHJAHAN SK; SOLE CAUSE OF PROBLEM STILL ABSCONDING | SANDESHKHALI VIOLENCE

The Calcutta High Court in the case observed and took exception to the involvement of Shahjahan Sheikh, Pradhan of the Zila Parishad, in the violence that has ensured in the Sandeshkhali area in West Bengal, as well as to the inability of the state police to apprehend him for more than 19 years.

Canada invests in pioneering rare earth processing, fueling EV mfg

In a move aimed at bolence in the global electric vehicle (EV) market, Natural Resources Canada (NRCan) announced an investment of 4.99 million Canadian dollars in funding to the Saskatchewan Research Council (SRC) through Canada's Critical Minerals Research, Development, and Demonstration (CMRDD) program.

Uncertain political situation in Pak poses threat to IMF deal: Fitch

Global ratings agency Fitch on Monday warned that the \"close outcome\" of the February 8 polls in Pakistan and the resulting \"near-term political uncertainty\" may complicate the country's efforts to secure a financing agreement with the IMF

INDIA GRANTS 1 MILLION DOLLARS TO FUND COMBATING POVERTY AND HUNGER

Ruchira Kamboj handed over the cheque of One million dollars as a contribution

Tata Group in talks for Chip plant in Dholera with Taiwanese firms

The Tata Group is looking to partner with a Taiwanese company for its semiconductor plant in Dholera and is in talks with UMC Group and Powerchip Semiconductor Manufacturing Corporation for it, citing officials aware of the development.

Indian Fintech startupi incorporations drop by 72% from 2021 to 2023

In 2023, the number of finLtech startups which got incorporated in India was 72.6 per cent less than in 2021 and 55.55 per cent lower than in 2022, data released by mergers & acquisitions (M&A) deal-sourcing platform Growthpal on Tuesday showed.

Zee and Sony engage in discussions to salvage cancelled $10bn merger

Zment Enterprises Groupare (ZEEL)andSony in discussions that may save the $10 billion merger the Japanese conglomerate had called off on January 22, citing people aware of the matter. The two companies have held meetings in Mumbai over the last 15 days.

BSNL'S RS 65,000 CR TENDER FOR BHARATNET PHASE-III UNVEILED

BSNL floats Rs 65000 crore tender for phase-III BharatNet. BSNL floats Rs 65,000 crore tender for phase-III BharatNet project

Amazon starts delivery service in U'khand's remote village at 4,500 ft

Amazon announced on Tuesday that it has are initiated delivery services in Gajoli, a secluded village nestled in the Uttarkashi district of Uttarakhand.