BOMBAY HIGH COURT GRANTED INTERIM PROTECTION FROM ARREST TO TWO WOMEN ACCUSED OF CHEATING ACTOR VIVEK OBEROI

The Bombay High Court in the case observed and has granted interim anticipatory bail to two women who is accused in an alleged cheating case filed by actor Vivek Oberoi.

DELHI HIGH COURT: ARBITRAL AWARD CANNOT BE CHALLENGED ON GROUND OF BIAS OF ARBITRATOR IF NO CHALLENGE WAS MADE DURING ARBITRAL PROCEEDINGS

The Delhi High Court in the case AlliedDynamic JV v. Ircon International Ltd observed and has held that an arbitral award cannot be challenged which being on the ground of bias of arbitrator if no challenge to bias was made during the pendency of arbitral proceedings.

CHINA'S DEMOGRAPHIC CHALLENGE DEEPENS WITH 2.08 MILLION DROP IN POPULATION IN 2023

According to the United Nations Population Fund data, India surpassed China to become the world's most populous nation with 142.86 crore people last year

Telangana govt & Adani Portfolio sign MoUs worth Rs 12,400 cr at WEF 2024

At the World Economic Forum A (WEF) 2024 in Davos, a significant milestone occurred as the Government of Telangana and the Adani Portfolio of Companies entered into four Memorandums of Understanding (MoUs), amounting to a total of over Rs 12,400 crore.

HAL unveils indigenous civil platforms at wings India 2024 for regional connectivity boost

The Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) is gearing up to exhibit its cutting-edge indigenous civil platforms, the Hindustan-228 aircraft, and the upgraded ALH Dhruv civil helicopter at Wings India 2024, scheduled to take place from January 18-21, 2024, at Begumpet Airport, Hyderabad.

Apple expands in India: Opens 15-floor office in Bengaluru

US-based technology giant Apple expands its presence in India with a new office in Bengaluru, Karnataka. The new Apple office is located at Minsk Square in the center of the city.

AUTO PLI SURPASSES PROPOSED TARGET, GARNERS INVESTMENT OF RS 67,690 CR IN 5 YRS

A total of 115 companies had filed 120 applications under this PLI scheme. Out of which, 85 applicants have been approved, comprising of 18 applicants for Champion OEM Incentive scheme and 67 applicants for Component Champion Incentive scheme

Fitch affirms India's 'BBB-' investment grade rating amid robust growth outlook

Fitch Ratings on Tuesday affirmed India's sovereign rating at 'BBB-' with a stable outlook on robust medium-term growth prospects and sound external finances.

Assam distributes ration cards to 42 lakh new recipients

Distribution of ration cards 42 lakh new beneficiaries under the National Food Security Act (NFSA) has commenced in Assam, inaugurated by Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma in his constituency, Jalukbari.

Scindia, Adityanath flag off flight connecting Ayodhya to Kolkata, Bengaluru

Days before the Ram Mandir Pran Pratishtha Days event, Jyotiraditya Scindia, the Union Civil Aviation Minister, inaugurated the inaugural Air India Express flights connecting Ayodhya to Bengaluru and Kolkata on Wednesday. The consecration ceremony of the Ram temple in Ayodhya is set for 22 January.

GUJARAT, KARNATAKA, KERALA, TN TOP PERFOMERS, 'STARTUP MAHA KUMBH'

A'National Report'encompassingthefullexercise, alongwitha'compendium of best practices' and individual ‘state report' for all participating states was also launched, celebrating the spirit of entrepreneurship in India with a total of 31 states/UTs having formulated their start-up policies

GOOGLE PAY, NPCI PARTNER FOR UPI EXPANSION

Google India Digital Services (P) Limited and NPCI International Payments Ltd (NIPL), a subsidiary of the National Payments Corporation of India (NPCI), have entered into a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) aimed at extending the impact of Unified Payments Interface (UPI) beyond India's borders.

Ayushman Bharat health insurance cover to shield more families

The The Indian government is reportedly finalizing a proposal to double the insurance cover under the Ayushman Bharat health scheme, increasing it to Rs 10 lakh.

30% Indian districts facing chronic rain shortage

An analysis of 40 years district-wise monsoon data conducted by The Council on Energy, Environment and Water (CEEW) reveals concerning trends in India's rainfall patterns. Approximately 30% of India's districts experienced a high number of deficient rainfall years, while 38% witnessed excessive rainfall.

Govt eyes Rs 4 trillion for next year's food, fertiliser subsidies

In preparation for the upcoming fiscal year, the Indian government is reportedly considering allocating approximately Rs 4 trillion ($48 billion) for food and fertilizer subsidies, signalling a cautious fiscal approach ahead of the general election.

GOYAL FOR PUSHING EXPORTS VIA FTAS, TRADE CONNECT EPLATFORM TO MAKE TRADE EASY

The meeting was attended by various state ministers and other senior officials of key line ministries and States, all major trade and industry bodies, export promotion councils and industry associations

86% Of Indian CEOs Predict Economic Boom

Indian chief executives are overwhelmingly optimistic about the country’s economic growth in the next 12 months, according to a survey by advisory firm PwC.

Artificial Intelligence May Disrupt 40% Of Jobs Worldwide

A seismic shift in the global employment landscape is imminent as the International Monetary Fund (IMF) warns that almost 40 per cent of jobs worldwide could face disruption due to the proliferation of artificial intelligence (AI).

Indigo Elevates Connectivity: Direct Flights Between Mumbai-Ayodhya Kick-Off

IndiGo, India's leading airline, has initiated direct flight operations between Mumbai and Ayodhya, marking a significant leap in accessibility from the country's financial hub to the revered temple town in Uttar Pradesh.

Open AI Blocks AI Use In Political Campaigns And Election Influence

Leading up to the general elections, the United States-based artificial intelligence research organization OpenAI has announced its commitment to refraining from permitting the use of its AI for political campaigning.

Mumbai: Season's coldest morning at 16.2°C following sudden dip in mercury levels

After a prolonged period of sweltering heat and high humidity, Mumbai experienced a refreshing change on Tuesday morning, marking the coldest day of the season so far.

BCAS ISSUES SHOW CAUSE NOTICES TO INDIGO, MIAL FOR PASSENGER MISTREATMENT

Aviation security watchdog BCAS has issued show cause notices to IndiGo and Mumbai airport operator MIAL over the incident of passengers having food on the airport tarmac on Sunday, according to official sources.

Over 1,000 personnel collaborate to establish police post in Naxal-affected area

In a remarkable effort, more than 1,000 police personnel have united to swiftly establish a police post in the remote Gardewada area of Maharashtra’s Gadchiroli district.

Delhi High Court On Proliferation Of Cyber Crimes, Forging Of Legal Documents; Policing System Has To Reform To Gear Up To New Challenges

The Delhi High Court in the case Akshya And Anr. vs. Union Of India and Ors observed wherein the pubic interest litigation, PIL is moved on proliferation of cyber-crimes.

KARNATAKA HIGH COURT ASKS STATE TO FILE COMPREHENSIVE REPLY ON STEPS TAKEN TO FILL UP THE VACANT POSTS IN GOVT HOSTELS FOR SC OR ST STUDENTS

The Karnataka High Court in the case High Court of Karnataka And State of Karnataka and Anr observed and has directed the State government for filing the comprehensive reply giving details of the action taken to fill up vacant posts of wardens and superintendents in government hostels run in the state for Scheduled Caste and Scheduled Tribe students.

ALLAHABAD HIGH COURT DIRECTED HARIDWAR AND BIJNOR DMS TO INSTALL PILLARS DEMARCATING STATE BOUNDARIES BETWEEN UP AND UTTARAKHAND

The Allahabad High Court in the case Gurpreet Singh vs. Union Of India And 6 Others observed and has directed the district magistrates posted at Haridwar in Uttarakhand and Bijnor in Uttar Pradesh districts to direct for the erection of pillars in their respective areas to demarcate the boundaries between the two states on January 23, 2024.

ALLAHABAD HIGH COURT: SUBSEQUENT ANTICIPATORY BAIL PLEAS MAINTAINABLE ON EMERGENCE OF SUBSTANTIAL CHANGE IN FACTS AND CIRCUMSTANCES

The Allahabad High Court in the case Shahjad Alais Mohammad Sajjad And Another vs. State Of U.P Thru. Prin. Secy. Home And Another observed that the person can move subsequent bail anticipatory bail applications on the emergence of substantial change in facts and circumstances.

Delhi HC Issues A Slew Of Directions For Strengthening E-Filing And Digitization Of Records In District Courts

While taking the right step in the right direction in the right time, the Delhi High Court has in a most learned, laudable, landmark, logical and latest judgment titled Karan S Thukral vs The District & Sessions Judge & Ors in W.P.(C) 6082/2019 and cited in Neutral Citation No.: 2024 : DHC : 132-DB that was pronounced as recently as on January 4, 2024 has addressed succinctly the issue of nonregistration of interim applications in District Courts and has also gone ahead and taken the most bold initiative to issue a slew of commendable directions for the strengthening and streamlining e-filing and digitization of records.

WE ARE WORKING TOWARDS A MORE LIBERAL REGIME TO PROMOTE THE PRODUCTION AND SALE OF ETHANOL: GEN (DR.) V.K. SINGH

Today there is greater awareness on the need for alternative fuels to replace fossil fuels.

Davos spotlight shifts to AI, Crypto takes backseat

In an abrupt change, artificial intelligence (AI) has taken precedence over cryptocurrency firms at the World Economic Forum in Davos in 2024, as per CNBC.