Telecom infrastructure providers flag permission issues in UP

The Digital Infrastructure Providers Association (DIPA), a prominent industry body, has highlighted significant challenges faced by telecom infrastructure players in obtaining permissions for deploying infrastructure in Uttar Pradesh, particularly in the cities of Noida and Ghaziabad.

GUJARAT'S DEDICATED SEMICONDUCTOR POLICY DRAWING GLOBAL PLAYERS

In July last year, Gujarat unveiled a specialized policy aimed at attracting fresh investments in the semiconductor sector through the provision of incentives and subsidies to encourage the initiation of SpcHAnOns within the state

NH Capex Skyrockets from Rs 51,000 Cr to Rs 2,40,000 Cr

Union Minister of Road Transport and Highways, Nitin Gadkari, disclosed impressive figures showcasing the substantial growth in capital expenditure on National Highways (NHs) during a Lok Sabha session.

President acknowledges fossil fuel need, pushes for green future

President Droupadi Murmu emphasized India’s evolving stance on energy consumption during the National Energy Conservation Awards 2023 function held in the national capital on December 14, 2023.

Sensex soars past 71,000, boosting investor wealth by Rs 2 lakh crore

In a surge driven by bullish sentiments, equity investors saw substantial gains on Friday morning, with a collective increase of Rs 2 lakh crore in wealth.

Scindia unveils grand plans for Indian airports

Union Minister for Civil Aviation, Jyotiraditya Scindia, unveiled a comprehensive plan today aimed at a transformative overhaul of airport infrastructure in key Indian cities.

EXPORTS GROWTH DECLINES 2.83% TO $33.9 BN IN NOV'23, TRADE DEFICIT SHRINKS TO $ 20.58 BN

Imports also slipped to USD 54.48 billion in the month under consideration, as against USD 56.95 billion recorded in November 2022, bringing the trade deficit in November to USD 20.58 billion, showed the Ministry of Commerce data released on Friday

CRIME BRANCH ARRESTS NINE BANGLADESHI FOR ILLEGAL STAY

The Mumbai Crime Branch arrested nine Bangladeshi citizens who were living in India illegally.

ALLAHABAD HIGH COURT ALLOWED PLEA T0 APPOINT COMMISSIONS TO INSPECT MATHURA S SHAHI IDAGH MOSQUE] KRISHNA JJANMABHOOMI DISPUTE

The Allahabad High Court in the case observed concerning the Mathura’s Krishna Janmabhoomi-Shahi Eidgah Mosque dispute.

CYBERSTALKING AND INFRINGEMENT OF PRIVACY IN THE DIGITAL WORLD: EMERGING CHALLENGE FOR LAW ENFORCEMENT

INTRODUCTION The word cyberstalking consists of two phrases namely ‘cyber’ and ‘stalking’. If we go into the definition of these phrases, the word ‘cyber’ means “digital space” and the word ‘stalking’ means “unwanted following or attention towards a specific person”.

A case of double standards: American pot and the Indian kettle

Extrajudicial killings are reprehensible no matter if they are carried out by the Americans, the Russians, Israel or India and whether they are carried out domestically or overseas.

INDIA INITIATES HIGH-IMPACT COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT PROJECTS IN UDAYAPUR, NEPAL

The school construction, supported by the Government of India’s financial assistance, is estimated to cost NRs 3.79 crore approximately 286,000 USD). The project is designed to address the infrastructure needs of the Shree Janata Belaka Secondary School, featuring a triplestory building with classrooms and other essential facilities

INDIAN AMAZON EXPORTERS WITNESS 80%+ GROWTH IN BFCM SALES

In comparison to business as usual (an 11-day period beginning on October 20th), Indian exporters on Amazon Global Selling experienced over 80% business growth during the Black Friday and Cyber Monday (BFCM) shopping events held globally between November 17–27.

ENROLMENTS UNDER ATAL PENSION YOJANA CROSSED 6 CRORE MARK

Atal Pension Yojana APY) was launched on May 9, 2015, and was operationalised from June 1, 2015

India plays leading role in Artificial Intelligence: French Minister Jean-Noel Barrot

The French Minister Delegate for Digital Affairs, Jean-Noel Barrot, underscored India’s pivotal role in artificial intelligence (AI) during his second official visit to the country.

Hindustan CocaCola to invest Rs 3,000 cr in Gujarat

The bottling division of Coca-Cola, the largest beverage company in India, Hindustan Coca-Cola Beverages (HCCB) Ltd.

Indian Railways filled up over 2.94 Lakh vacancies in last five years: Ashwini Vaishnaw

As many as 2,94,115 vacancies have been filled up in the last five years and up to September 30, 2023, in the Indian Railways, said Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw.

Rs 1.66 trn in SIPs, smaller tickets welcome

In a noteworthy trend, investors are increasingly placing significant bets on systematic investment plans (SIPs), with inflows surging to Rs 1.66 lakh crore in the first 11 months of 2023.

Parliament scraps 76 irrelevant laws, from mines to telegraph wires

In a significant move, Parliament passed the Repealing and Amending Bill, 2023, aimed at revoking 76 redundant and obsolete laws.

Central PSEs cross Rs 1 lakh cr in GEM procurement in 6.5 months FY24

India’s central public sector enterprises (CPSEs) have contributed a significant

India, US step up cooperation to curb illicit finance risks, money laundering

India and the US are looking at enhanced collaboration in combating money laundering and other financial crimes, which would involve greater transparency in beneficial ownership, including the implementation of beneficial ownership registries, tools to improve data quality and verification of the information.

NOV WPI INFLATION IN POSITIVE ZONE AT 0.26 o ON SHARP RISE IN FOOD PRICES

The WPI inflation was in the negative or deflationary zone for the seventh successive month in October, coming at 0.52 per cent, led by decline in sub-components such as crude petroleum, textiles, diesel, chemicals, chemical products, etc, brokerage Anand Rathi’s research shows

SUNIL SHUKRE NAMED CHIEF OF MAHARASHTRA STATE BACKWARD CLASS COMMISSION

The Maharashtra state government has appointed Justice (Retd) Sunil Shukre as the new head of the Maharashtra State Backward Class Commission (MSBCC), succeeding Justice (Retired) Anand Nirgude, who resigned earlier. The government also announced the appointment of three new members— Om Prakash Jadhav, Maruti Shingare, and Machhindranath Tambe.

Interstate drug kingpin, his aide arrested from Odisha in ganja seizure case

Mumbai Crime Branch has arrested two persons including an intestate drug kingpin and his aide from Odisha in connection to a ganja seizure case, officials said on Wednesday.

CENTRAL TEAM ASSESSES DROUGHT IMPACT IN PUNE

In response to the prevailing drought conditions exacerbated by a rainfall deficit in parts of the state, a delegation from the Central government conducted a visit to Pune on Tuesday to assess the severity of losses experienced by farmers.

Rajya Sabha Passed Bill On Appointment Of Chief Election Commissioner And Election Commissioners

The Rajya Sabha passed the Chief Election Commissioner and Other Election Commissioners, the Appointment, Conditions of Service, and Term of Office Bill, 2023 on December 12, 2023.

Punjab and Haryana High Court: Man Arrested Sans Following Supreme Court Guidelines On S.41A CrPC Notice| Haryana Police Apologized To High Court, Initiate Enquiry Against SHO, IO

The Punjab and Haryana High Court in the case Daggar Malhotra v.

DELHI HIGH COURT: NO ROOM FOR ONE WHO TRIES TO SEEK EMPLOYMENT IN DISCIPLINED FORCES BY CONCEALING MATERIAL FACT ABOUT CRIMINAL ANTECEDENTS

The Delhi High Court in the case Bineet Singh Bisht V.

BOMBAY HIGH COURT SEEKS EXPLANATION ON ACCUSED HELF FOR 5 YEARS WITHOUT FRAMING CHARGES SORRY STATE OF AFFAIRS THAT SYSTEM HAS FORGOTTEN APPLICANT

The Bombay High Court in the case Jahid alias Javed Liyakat Ansari v. State of Maharashtra observed and seek an explanation from the District Judge, Thane, and the District Judge and Additional Sessions Judge, Belapur for the prolonged delay in trial in a murder case in which the accused has been in custody for the past 5 years without framing of charges.

Defeat sparks challenges for Congress within I.N.D.I.A alliance

Following an unexpected and humiliating defeat in the Hindi heartland states of Rajasthan, Chhattisgarh, and Madhya Pradesh, the Congress is facing a stiff challenge from within the INDIA alliance.