PIA on verge of shutdown as 537 flights cancelled in 11 days

In a dire turn of events, Pakistan International Airlines (PIA) is teetering on the brink of a shutdown, having canceled more than 500 flights over the past 11 days due to the unavailability of fuel. This unprecedented crisis has been spurred by Pakistan State Oil (PSO) cutting its fuel supply to the airline over unpaid dues. As of October 13, PIA had been forced to cancel 537 flights, marking the airline’s most challenging period in its history.

INDIA EXPORTS $47.98 MN OF MANGOES, LOGS 19% GROWTH IN EXPORT TO US

India’s export of its mangoes to the USA has especially seen a significant growth of 19 per cent in comparison to the previous fiscal year with shipments of 2043.60MT of Indian mangoes in the first frve months of the current fiscal.

Twitter's challenges: misinformation, Ads, declining usage, 1 year post-takeover

One year ago, Twitter's CEO and other top executives were sacked after billionaire and new owner Elon Musk entered the company's San Francisco offices with a smile and a white bathroom sink. Elon Musk then started converting the social media network into what is now known as X.

Air India appoints as chief operations Klaus Goersch officer

Klaus Goersch was appointed as the Executive Vice President and Chief Operations Officer by Air India on Friday.

RELIANCE JIO LAUNCHES INDIA'S FIRST SATELLITE GIGABIT BROADBAND

The launch of Jio SpaceFiber, high-speed internet service will now be available in parts of India that were previously unreachable

White House recommends EADs for Green Card

A White House Commission has proposed issuing employment authorization cards and travel documents early in the Green Card application process, providing relief to thousands of foreign professionals, predominantly Indians, who face lengthy waiting periods. The proposal aims to grant these documents to individuals who have approved employment-based visa petitions in specific categories and have been waiting in the visa backlog for five or more years. This move is expected to address issues related to the Green Card backlog, improve job portability, and have significant economic benefits.

Indian experts named to new UN AI advisory body

A new global advisory body was announced by UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres to support the international community's efforts to govern artificial intelligence. The High-Level Multistakeholder Advisory Body on Artificial Intelligence aims to build a global scientific consensus on risks and challenges, harness AI for the Sustainable Development Goals, and strengthen international cooperation on Al governance.

Onion prices rise; government sells more buffer stock

As the average retail price of onions across India witnesses a steep 57 percent increase, rising to Rs 47 per kg, the central government has taken steps to alleviate the burden on consumers by enhancing the sale of buffer onions at a subsidized rate of Rs 25 per kg in retail markets.

‘India emerging as telecom tech leader'

India's Communications Minister, Ashwini Vaishnaw, highlighted the nation's emerging role as a developer, exporter, and leader in telecom technology during his address at the India Mobile Congress.

INDIA TO LEAD 6G RACE, STARTUP ECOSYSTEM TOP 3

Industry leaders, including Akash Ambani, Chairman of Reliance Jio Infocomm Ltd, presented their telecom innovations to the Prime Minister, including Jio’s Space Fibre and the Jio Bharat 4G device.

Telangana High Court Sets A Benchmark In Record Digitization, Inaugurated Digitization Wing

The Telangana High Court reached a milestone in record of digitization as Chief Justice Alok Aradhe launched a digitization wing to digitize all the Judicial and the Administrative records.

Elvish Yadav reports Rs. 1 crore extortion threat

Elvish Yadav. Unknown people have demanded extortion of Rs 1 crore from Elvish.

GUJARAT HIGH COURT WARNED OF CONTEMPT ACTION AGAINST OFFICERS OVER CATTLE MENACE; SORRY STATE OF AFFAIRS

The Gujarat High Court in the case Mustak Hussain Mehndi Hussain Kadri Versus Jagadip Narayan Singh, IAS observed and has issued a stern warning to local authorities wherein it expressed deep concern over the rampant cattle menace in the State.

SUPREME COURT: JUDGES TAKING UP CASES NOT ASSIGNED BY CHIEF JUSTICE IS AN ACT OF GROSS IMPROPRIETY

The Supreme Court in the case Ambalal Parihar vs State of Rajasthan and ors observed and has stated that the judges should refrain from taking up cases not specifically assigned to them by the Chief Justice of the Court.

Calcutta High Court: Ex-Parte Decision In Matrimonial Suits; Unjust; Has Social, Financial And Strong Emotional Impact

The Calcutta High Court in the case Surya Chandra Mishra v Mrs. Chitrangana Debnath observed and has dismissed the revision application moved against the orders of the trial court in a matrimonial suit which allowed the wife or respondent adjournments and the opportunities to file her written statement.

KERALA HIGH COURT PASSED INTERIM ORDER RESTRAINING POLICE; LAWYER'S PLEA ALLEGED POLICE HARASSMENT

The Kerala High Court in the case Jagadeesh P. v. State of Kerala observed and has issued the notice in the plea moved by the lawyer alleging manhandling by police officers earlier this month.

Delhi High Court Restrained Flavoured Tea Brand From making Fresh Manufacture In Chaayos' Trade Dress, Ordered Take Down Of Listings From Amazon

The Delhi High Court in the case Sunshine Teahouse Pvt Ltd v. Grey Mantra Solutions observed and has restrained a flavoured tea brand, selling its products under the brand name ‘Teacurry’ and ‘Just Vedic’, from making any fresh manufacture under the trade dress and packaging of the tea café ‘Chaayos

Non-cognisable offense filed over video depicting Vijayvargiya as 'Ravan'

Ahead of the Madhya Pradesh assembly polls, police have registered a non-cognisable offence report (NCR) against a man in Indore over a video purportedly projecting BJP candidate Kailash Vijayvargiya as Lanka king Ravan and his Congress rival Sanjay Shukla as Lord Ram, an official said on Thursday

CONGRESS UNDER FIRE: BRS LEADER KAVITHA ALLEGES MOVE TO HALT WELFARE SCHEME BENEFITS

Ruling BRS MLC in Telangana K Kavitha on Thursday hit out at the Congress, alleging the opposition party has petitioned the Election Commission seeking that disbursal of benefits under the BRS government’s ‘Rythu Bandhu’ and ‘Dalit Bandhu’ schemes be stopped in view of upcoming assembly polls. BRS strongly opposes Congress party’s stance, she said.

Punjab State Human Rights commission addresses 42% prison drug addiction

The Punjab State Human Rights Commission (PSHRC) held a crucial meeting to address the pressing issue of drug addiction in the state’s prisons

YSRC kicks off multi-region 'Samajika Sadikara' bus yatra in Andhra Pradesh

The ruling YSRC on Thursday launched its ‘Samajika Sadikara’ (social equality) bus yatra aimed at bringing awareness among the public on the social progress achieved by the state government in Andhra Pradesh in the last four years.

Canada welcomes India's decision to resume some visa services

Canada has expressed its approval of India’s decision to resume some visa services in the country, marking a positive step forward in diplomatic relations following a recent dispute

Rapido launches premium auto service in B'luru, with no cancellations

The popular app-based autorickshaw aggregator, Rapido, has come under scrutiny in Bengaluru for its pricing strategy, with allegations that it is charging more than the government-sanctioned fares

Sonata Software sees strong International revenue growth

Global provider of IT services and technology solutions Sonata Software released its unaudited financial results for the second quarter that ended on September 30, 2023, today.

Could mother-in-law tales be the next big thing in publishing?

There is evidently a huge interest in stories related to mothers-in-law in India, but oddly enough, it appears confined to the screen

DELHI HIGH COURT RESTRAINED SANDOZ, GOLA SIZZLERS FROM PLAYING SOUND RECORDINGS OF PHONOGRAPHIC PERFORMANCE LTD; COPYRIGHT INFRINGEMENT

The Delhi High Court in the case Phonographic Performance Limited v. Galo Sizzlers Private Limited and Ors and other connected matters observed and has temporarily restrained Sandoz and Gola Sizzlers from playing the sound recordings of Phonographic Performance Limited in the latter’s suit wherein it alleged copyright infringement by the two food outlets

Bombay High Court Restrained GST Dept. From passing Final Order On Demand Notices Against Delta Corp.

The Bombay High Court in the case Delta Corp Limited & Anr.

SILICON VALLEY AI GIANT OPENS BIHAR OFFICE

Tiger Analytics CEO Mahesh Kumar's commitment to Bihar's development and local talent was well-received, potentially boosting the state's IT sector.

India's digital lending to boost GDP 1-2%

In an online conversation with Google’s leadership team, Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw stated that digital credit in India is set to outpace digital payments and could contribute significantly to the country’s economic growth, potentially adding 1-2 percent to the economy

India slams EU, UK steel safeguard measures

Several World Trade Organization (WTO) member countries, including India, Switzerland, Russia, and Japan, have voiced their criticism of safeguard measures imposed by both the European Union (EU) and the United Kingdom on imports of specific steel products.