Mundra port handles record 16 MMT cargo

Mundra Port, the flagship port of the Adani Group, has achieved a remarkable milestone by handling 16.1 million tonnes of cargo in the month of October,marking the highest volume ever handled by any port in India.

Bhogapuram International Airport to be built by L&T

In a significant development, L&T Construction’s Buildings, Factories & Transportation Infrastructure business has announced that it has been awarded the contract for the engineering, procurement, and construction of the Bhogapuram International Airport in Andhra Pradesh. This project is being developed by GMR Visakhapatnam International Airport Ltd (GVIAL).

Lufthansa now flies directly from Bangalore to Munich

In a significant development for air travelers, the Lufthansa Group has introduced direct flights from Bengaluru to Munich, the capital of Bavaria in Germany, commencing from November 4.

DELHI CM KEJRIWAL ANNOUNCES RS 7,000 DIWALI BONUS

The announcement was followed by the regularization of 6,494 sanitation workers in the Municipal Corporation of Delhi, fulfilling a long-pending demand

IEX power trade volume jumps 18% in October

In response to a substantial surge in electricity consumption in India during October, the Indian Energy Exchange (IEX) has reported a significant increase in its electricity volume.

NTPC to build 14,000 MW pumped hydro

NTPC Ltd, India’s largest electricity producer, has unveiled ambitious plans to establish pumped hydro storage units with a combined installed capacity of 14,000 MW (14 GW) across nine states.

Byju's to sell US unit Epic for $400 million

Indian edtech company Byju’s is reportedly in advanced discussions to sell its U.S.-based digital reading platform, Epic! Creations Inc., for an estimated $400 million to Joffre Capital Ltd.

India to keep exporting coking coal, despite rising prices

In recent statements, the Indian Steel Association (ISA) highlighted India’s ongoing role as the largest coking coal export destination and the potential impact of rising coking coal prices on the domestic steel industry. Coking coal is a crucial raw material used in the production of steel through the blast furnace route.

SITHARAMAN URGES G20 POLICY MATCH AMID GLOBAL HEADWINDS

Importantly, she underlined policy coordination, both global as well as domestic, as a critical factor to ensure that growth comes back on track and remains strong, sustainable, balanced and inclusive.

Kerala: 54 cases filed for sharing communal content on social media

Kerala police have registered 54 cases across the state for spreading communally instigative messages on social media in connection with the multiple explosions that rocked Kochi’s Kalamassery, the police said on Sunday.

CONGRESS EYES MP AS ATM FOR LS POLLS, MODI MOCKS KARNATAKA

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday alleged the Congress wanted to turn Madhya Pradesh into an “ATM” for generating funds for the upcoming Lok Sabha elections.

Instead of fighting naxalism, Baghel accusing CRPF, says Assam CM

Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma, who is on a campaign trail in poll-bound Chhattisgarh on Sunday, targeted his counterpart Bhupesh Baghel for reportedly “speaking against” the central paramilitary force CRPF.

Adoption of Draft Reports for Replacement of Criminal Laws Bills Expected on Monday

A parliamentary committee tasked with reviewing three bills aimed at replacing the current criminal laws will meet on Monday to adopt draft reports. This comes shortly after certain opposition members had requested an extension for the panel to scrutinize the measures in more detail.

Poll Code Violation Case: Allahabad HC Grants Anticipatory Bail to Umar

The Allahabad High Court has granted anticipatory bail to Umar Ansari, the son of mafia-turned-politician Mukhtar Ansari, in a criminal case registered against him during the 2022 Uttar Pradesh assembly elections for an alleged violation of the model code of conduct.

2008 THEFT CASE: THANE COURT ACQUITS 3 PERSONS CHARGED UNDER MCOCA

A court in Mumbai’s Thane district has recently acquitted 3 persons accused of a theft in 2008 and charged under the stringent Maharashtra Control of Organised Crime Act, giving them the benefit of doubt.

Allahabad HC: Plea Moved Against Varanasi Court's Order Refusing To Direct ASI To Survey Gyanvapi Mosque's Wuzukhana Area

The Allahabad High Court in the case was hearing the Civil Revision plea moved challenging the Varanasi District Judge’s order dated October 21., wherein the court refused to direct the Archeological Survey of India (ASI) to undertake a survey of the Wazukhana area, except for the ‘Shiva Linga’ inside the Gyanvapi Mosque.

Delhi High Court Declared 'New Balance' And 'NB' Trademark Of US-Footwear Apparel Brand As 'Well-Known'

The Delhi High Court in the case New Balance Athletics Inc. v. New Balance Immigration Private Limited observed and has declared the footwear and apparel brand New Balance’s marks as well-know.

BIDEN-XI MEET UNLIKELY TO PUT US-CHINA TIES BACK ON TRACK

The eagerly awaited meeting between US President Joe Biden and his Chinese counterpart, President Xi Jinping, is set to take place on the sidelines of the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) Leadership Summit in San Francisco in the third week of November.

B'DESH PM HASINA OPENS LANDMARK METRO RAIL TO EASE TRAFFIC JAMS IN DHAKA

On December 28 last year, Bangladesh inaugurated its inaugural metro rail service, with crucial support from Japan, in a bid to ameliorate the challenging commuting conditions in Dhaka, a city known for its severe traffic congestion and one of the most congested in the world.

Vedanta nears $1.25bn funding deal through private loan

In an effort to reduce its debt, Vedanta Group is in advanced discussions to raise a $1.25 billion private loan at an interest rate ranging from 18% to 20%.

Air India partners with Alaska Airlines in interline deal

Alaska Airlines and Air India have formed an interline agreement.

Net profit surges to Rs 14,330 crore, beats expectations : SBI Q2FY24

The release of its Q2FY24 statistics, the State Bank of India (SBI) demonstrated a notable improvement in its financial performance. SBI announced an impressive 8% YoY increase in its standalone net profit for the September quarter, coming in at Rs 14,330 crore.

Byju's core business revenue soars 2.3x, reports Rs 2,253 crore net loss

The parent company of edtech company Byju’s, Think and Learn Private Limited (TLPL), announced a 2.3-fold increase in its primary revenue to reach a total of Rs 3,569 crore for the fiscal year 2021–22 from Rs 1,552 crore the year before.

TANISHQ LAUNCHES SINGAPORE BOUTIQUE, AIMS FOR 50 GLOBAL STORES

Tanishq, a jewelry brand owned by the Tata Group, intends to eventually operate 50 boutiques worldwide, according to Titan CEO Kuruvilla Markose

Haryana Pharma owner gifts 12 cars to star employees for Diwali

A week before Diwali, the proprietor of a Panchkula pharmaceutical company rewarded his staff by giving them 12 automobiles.

West Bengal govt hosts roadshow for Punjab stakeholders ahead of global business summit

In anticipation of a global business conference later this month in Kolkata, the West Bengal government organized a roadshow here to attract the interest of enterprises from the Punjab region and investigate potential investment opportunities.

Government initiates onion retail sale at Rs 25/kg

In response to the rising cost of onions, the Center has launched a vigorous retail sale of onions at a discounted rate of Rs 25 per kilogramme.

44,000+ ROADS POTHOLE-FREE IN UP UNDER CM ADITYANATH'S VISION

The chief minister of Uttar Pradesh gave us all instructions to make it enjoyable for the average person to walk on every route

Puri Inaugurates ONGC-funded Rs 483 cr hospital

In the Sivasagar district of Assam, a multispecialty hospital constructed at an estimated cost of Rs 483 crore was opened on Saturday by Petroleum Minister Hardeep Singh Puri.

'India aims to be top 5 Global Bio-manufacturing hub by 2025'

Union Minister for Science and Technology Jitendra Singh has expressed confidence that India is on the path to becoming one of the top 5 global bio-manufacturing hubs by 2025.