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30+ countries want to join BRICS, says Putin

Over 30 countries have expressed a desire to join the BRICS. Russian President Vladimir Putin said on Wednesday, addressing a meeting of the grouping.

Skilled workforce: key to strengthening India's rural health

India's rural healthcare system faces critical challenges, including a severe shortage of skilled professionals. Namrata Hinduja emphasizes the need for a well-trained workforce to provide quality care.

India strengthens its global leadership with over 1,800 global capability centres

India has firmly established itself as the world's top destination for Global Capability Centres (GCCs), with over 1,800 centers serving more than 1,400 global corporations, according to a report by JLL India.

INDIAN CERAMIC TILES INDUSTRY THRIVES LOCALLY BUT STRUGGLES IN EXPORTS: ICRA

The Indian ceramic tiles industry finds itself at a critical juncture, as a recent report by ICRA reveals contrasting trends in the domestic and export markets.

UAE's Calidus inks agreements with Turkish defense company ASELSAN

Calidus Aerospace, a member of the Emirates Defence Companies Council, has signed strategic collaboration agreements with Turkish defence companies ASELSAN and HAVELSAN during the first day of the SAHA EXPO 2024 in Istanbul.

Delivery Partners and Freelance Photographers Lead the Gig Economy Expansion reveals WorkIndia report

National, 22nd October 2024 In light of the ongoing festive season, the gig economy is poised for significant transformations in the coming months, as highlighted by the latest WorkIndia report.

Haryana, Punjab swing into action amid SC stubble burning hearing

Ahead of a crucial Supreme Court hearing on Wednesday, the governments of Haryana and Punjab have ramped up actions against stubble burning as air quality in the Delhi NCR region continues to deteriorate. The hearing, which summons the Chief Secretaries of both states, comes after the apex court reprimanded them for failing to curb the practice that contributes significantly to the capital's pollution during winter months.

SUPREME COURT DISMISSES ARVIND KEJRIWAL'S PLEA AGAINST GUJARAT UNIVERSITY'S CRIMINAL DEFAMATION CASE FOR COMMENTS ON PM MODI'S DEGREE

The Supreme Court in the case Arvind Kejriwal vs Piyush M Patel observed and has dismissed the petition filed by former Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal wherein challenging the criminal defamation case filed by the Gujarat University Registrar against him over his remarks about the educational degree of Prime Minister Narendra Modi.

INDIA-CHINA BORDER TENSIONS PERSIST SINCE 1914 DESPITE TALKS

Both countries continue to face unresolved border tensions along the LAC despite ongoing diplomatic efforts since 1914, and are now in military talks in 2024.

Kolkata's Jagriti Dham Partners with St. Xavier's College Alumni Association

Kolkata-based Jagriti Dham (www.jagritidham.​com), a luxurious eldercare living facility, has partnered with the St. Xavier's College (Calcutta) Alumni Association (SXCCAA) and its South Zone chapter, one of the largest alumni associations of the country, to promote healthy ageing and wellbeing among its alumni, their parents, and family members. This groundbreaking collaboration was showcased at the 'Looking Beyond V 2024' event held in Bengaluru.

AdClear Launches Innovative Surge Model to Revolutionize Digital Advertising

AdClear officially launched its Surge Model, a dynamic framework designed to optimize ad placements and maximize engagement in a groundbreaking move for the digital advertising landscape.

Revolution on Wheels: Navigating Challenges in India's EV Sector

As India embarks on its journey towards a greener future, the electric vehicle (EV) industry finds itself at a pivotal juncture, grappling with a multitude of challenges while striving for sustainable growth.

US Urges India for swift trial in Sikh separatist murder case

US officials have told their Indian counterparts they want a speedy result and more accountability after their investigation into Indian involvement in a foiled murder plot against a Sikh activist in the United States, according to a US official.

LG flags toxic froth in Yamuna, asks for accountability

Saxena, in a post on X, also asked for accountability, saying truth cannot be suppressed, as he apparently hit out at the AAP-led Delhi government \"Who is responsible? The truth has a very bad habit; it cannot be suppressed,\" the LG said.

DELHI UNVEILS ANTI-POLLUTION MEASURES AS GRAP STAGE II

Strap- Gopal Rai writes to transport ministers of Haryana, UP, Rajasthan, urges halt on entry of diesel buses into national capital

NDMC issues stringent guidelines for RWAs, MTAs

Amid worsening air quality in the national capital, the New Delhi Municipal Council (NDMC) on Tuesday rolled out a set of stringent measures aimed at curbing pollution levels.

City sees surge in sale of air purifiers, masks as pollution levels worsen

With rising air pollution in Delhi, the city is seeing a surge in the sale of air purifiers and masks, according to several traders and pharmacists. A thick layer of smog covered Delhi on Tuesday morning, as the city's air quality dropped to the 'very poor' category, with 27 monitoring stations reporting alarming levels, according to data from the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB).

SUPREME COURT: SMALLER LAND SALES CAN BE CONSIDERED FOR DETERMINING FAIR AND JUST LAND ACQUISITION COMPENSATION

The Supreme Court in the case Horrmal (Deceased) through his LRs and others versus State of Haryana and others observed that there being no to take into account the sale of smaller pieces of land as an exemplar for determining the fair and just land acquisition compensation.

Punjab and Haryana High Court: Calling husband transgender amounts to mental cruelty

The Punjab and Haryana High Court in the case XXXX v. XXXXX observed and has upheld the divorce granted by a family court in favour of the husband.

Punjab and Haryana High Court quashes over 1,000 FIRs lodged during COVID-19 for violating lockdown rules: 'Clogging judicial system'

The Punjab and Haryana High Court in the case Court on Its Own Motion (In Re: Designated Courts For MP's or MLA's) versus State Of Punjab And Others observed and has quashed over 1000s First Information Report, FIR filed during COVID-19 pandemic under Section 188 of Indian Penal Code, IPC for violation of lockdown rules across Punjab, Haryana and Chandigarh.

Bombay High Court asks Pollution Control Board, BMC to respond to allegations of rampant use of 'PoP idols' during festivals

The Bombay High Court in the case Rohit Joshi & Ors. vs. State of Maharashtra&ors observed and has asked the Maharashtra Pollution Control Board, MPCB and Municipal Corporation of Greater Mumbai, BMC for filing an affidavit to respond to allegations of rampant use of Plaster of Paris, PoP idols during festivals this year.

Unveiling of The Lady Justice Statue: Break away from old traditions

In a symbolic shift, a new statue of the Lady of Justice has been unveiled at the Supreme Court, aturing significant changes to its traditional form. The blindfold, which typically symbolizes impartiality, has been removed, and the Indian Constitution has replaced the sword in the statue's left hand. Additionally, the Lady of Justice now dons a saree, replacing the traditional Western robe, reflecting a shift toward Indian cultural identity.

BRICS SUMMIT 2024: CROSSROAD TO EMERGING GLOBAL ORDER OF EAST-SOUTH ALLIANCE

The 16th meeting of the councils of the head of the Government of BRICS organization is being held in Kazan city of Russia from 22 to 24th October 2024 under the presidency of Russia being the host country.

Adani's Ambuja Cements acquires Orient for Rs 8,100 Cr

Karan Adani, Director of Ambuja Cements, emphasized that the acquisition would improve market share by 2% and enhance operational efficiency through synergies with existing assets.

Gold NBFCs will benefit from potential rate cuts and prices surge: Jefferies

Gold loan growth at the prominent gold NBFC companies is projected to pick up in the third quarter, as per the report.

INDIA'S GDP GROWTH TO SLOW IN 2024-25: IMF

India's GDP is projected to decrease from 8.2% in 2023 to 7% in 2024, and 6.5% in 2025, says IMF.

We need Indicorns instead of Unicorns in hundreds: Kunal Bahl

Bahl, co-founder of AceVector Limited, which is the holding company for Snapdeal, wandered why India is so obsessed with $1 billion company, a yardstick to accord Unicorn status.

"'Oil prices should hopefully come down', says Hardeep Singh Puri

Hardeep Singh Puri, Minister for Petroleum and Natural Gas on Tuesday said that there is no shortage of oil in the world and prices will come down soon, answering the question of the recent upswing in crude oil prices.

ADANI ENERGY SOLUTIONS REPORTS 172% SURGE IN Q2 PROFITS, REACHING RS 773 CRORE

\"The company remains focused on timely project commissioning as well as achieving operating efficiencies. The power demand trends in both utilities and new transmission project wins are very encouraging and we are making progress with the installation of smart meters in all our contracts,\" said Kandarp Patel, CEO, Adani Energy Solutions.

Reskilling is key, to become a manufacturing nation: Amitabh Kant

India's G20 Sherpa and former Niti Aayog CEO Amitabh Kant on Tuesday doubled down that \"reskilling\" of workforce is most important because India can't grow only on the back of services.