US Prez hopes Chinese counterpart attends G20 Summit

US TS President Joe Biden hoped that his Chinese counterpart Xi Jinping would attend the G20 Summit in New Delhi.

JANET YELLEN TO ATTEND G20 SUMMIT IN NEW DELHI

US Treasury Secretary to focus on global economy, debt restructuring, and strengthening ties with India at G20 summit

Indian govt approves Krafton BGMI after 3-month trial

After passing a three-month examination, South Korean gaming company Krafton is said to have gotten full license from the Indian government to operate its well-known battle royale game Battlegrounds Mobile India (BGMI). One of the top-grossing games in the nation is expected to benefit from this action.

RailTel's income grows 27% to Rs 2,002 cr in FY23

RailTel's Chairman and Managing Director (CMD), Sanjai Kumar, announced on Thursday that the company's overall revenue increased by 27% to Rs 2,002 crore in the fiscal year 2022-23.On August 31, video conferencing was used to conduct the 23rd Annual General Meeting (AGM) of RailTel Corporation of India Ltd (RCIL), a Mini Ratna CPSU under the Ministry of Railways.

BAJAJ AUTO'S AUGUST SALES DROP 15% YOY TO 3.41L UNITS

The manufacturer of two- and three-wheelers, Bajaj Auto Ltd, announced a 15% year-over-year (YoY) decline in its Add sales for the month of August on Friday

NCERT gets deemed university status: Dharmendra Pradhan

Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan has announced that the National Council of Educational Research and Training (NCERT) has been granted deemed university status.

ATF price hiked by steepest ever 14 per cent

The price of Aviation Turbine Fuel (ATF) has been increased by the steepest ever 14%.

MP GOVT ANNOUNCES TO PROVIDE DOMESTIC GAS CYLINDER AT RS 450

The council of ministers approved to provide the domestic gas cylinder at the rate of Rs 450 in the Sawan month

IT salaries surge despite hiring dip

Over the past year, the IT sector, encompassing both hardware and software, has seen a reduction in job opportunities.

GST revenues up 11% to Rs 1.6 lakh crore

GST revenues for August 2023 have exhibited an impressive 11% year-on-year growth, attributed to enhanced compliance and reduced evasion, according to Revenue Secretary Sanjay Malhotra.

Govt working on laptop, computer import norms

The Directorate General of Foreign Trade (DGFT), a division of India's commerce ministry, is actively working on establishing transparent criteria to facilitate the licensing process for importers of laptops and computers.

India's manufacturing PMI hits 3-month high

Last month, India's manufacturing sector experienced a notable surge in growth, reaching its highest pace in three months, primarily fuelled by a significant uptick in new orders and production, according to a private survey.

COMMERCIAL LPG PRICES CUT BY RS 158

The price reduction comes days after price of domestic LPG was reduced by Rs 200

AR MLA urges PM Modi to take up map issue with China

Senior Congress MLA of NiSe nong Ering has requested Prime Minister Narendra Modi to raise the issue of China showing in its map Arunachal Pradesh and Aksai Chin as part of its territory, with Chinese President Xi Jinping in the upcoming G20 Summit in New Delhi next month.

AMID PROTESTS, K'TAKA BEGINS RELEASING CAUVERY WATER TO TN

The Cauvery Water Management Authority passed an interim order earlier to release 5,000 cusecs per day

JAMMU AND KASHMIR STATE INVESTIGATION AGENCY ARRESTS 8 ABSCONDING TERRORISTS

Jammu and Kashmir State Investigation Agency (SIA), on Thursday, told the media that they have arrested eight absconding terrorists and their associates nearly after three decades.

MOSER BAER CASE: DELHI COURT SENDS NITIN BHATNAGAR TO JUDICIAL CUSTODY

The Rouse Avenue Court on Thursday sent Nitin Bhatnagar, a citizen from Malta to judicial custody in connection with his alleged involvement in the offence of money laundering in a case of M/s Moser Baer India Ltd. and others.

DELHI HC GRANTS BAIL TO MAN ACCUSED OF FLASHING, DIRECTS COUNSELLING FOR MINOR VICTIM

The Delhi High Court has granted bail to a 63-year-old man accused of flashing at a minor girl and directed that the 10-year-old alleged victim be counselled as such incidents leave a \"deep trauma\".

TRANSGENDER PRISONERS MUST BE TREATED AT PAR WITH OTHER INMATES: SC PANEL ON PRISON REFORM

The Supreme Court Committee on Prison Reforms on Thursday stated that Transgender prisoners must be treated at par with other categories of inmates and should enjoy equal rights and facilities.

US govt cancels $72 million in student loans

The US government has decided to cancel 72 million USD in student loans for borrowers who attended Ashford University, a former for-profit institution that the University of Arizona purchased in 2020, The Hill reported on Wednesday.

Global mfr aim to turn India into export hub

Global automakers are Goki [looking to turn India into an export hub, as people are shifting from local demand to pricier vehicles, and that may spur more 'India-first' models, as per the media report.

JAISHANKAR HAILS CHANDRAYAAN-3 MISSION'S TRIUMPH FROM INDIA

EAM also shared the success of India during the pandemic and said that India helped several nations by providing them with vaccines

Airline industry's duopoly shift ends bargain flight prices

In India, the airline industry is becoming a duopoly, and previously renowned dirt-cheap ticket costs are suddenly going up.

Honasa consumer plans Rs 400cr IPO for expansion

Co-founder and CEO Vathe Honasa Consumer Ltd. IPO-bound company, which owns new age FMCG brands including Mamaearth and The Derma Co., anticipates raising Rs 400 crore from listing and plans to use the money primarily for offline expansion, bringing more brands to market, and acquisitions. In addition to scaling its other brands like The Derma Co, Aqualogica, and Ayuga, which are also performing well and seeing increases in monthly income, Honasa will concentrate on boosting the size of the brand with further distribution growth and awareness of its flagship brand Mamaearth.

MCDONALD'S, DOMINO'S & 200 MORE HIT WITH RS 30,000 CR TAX DEMAND

Approximately 200 businesses, including McDonald's India, L'Oreal, Colgate Palmolive, Castrol, Saint-Gobain, Whirlpool, Mastek, and Domino's Pizza, have received notices from state authorities requesting tax under the pre-Goods and Services Tax (GST) regime.

Shivamogga airport's maiden flight takes off

The maiden flight to the vamogga Airport took off from Bengaluru on Thursday. Karnataka cabinet minister MB Patil, BJP leaders BS Yediyurappa, KS Eshwarappa, and Araga Jnanendra were among the passengers.

Delhi Metro develops pedestrian plaza

The Delhi Metro has developed a pedestrian plaza with aesthetic landscaping outside the Supreme Court metro station located near the venue where the G20 Summit will take place next week.

G20: MEDICAL FACILITIES HEIGHTEN SECURITY

The Delhi health department has formed 80 teams of doctors and nursing staff, who will serve guests staying at hotels

Apple explores 3D printing for efficient device mfg shift

Apple is venturing into 3D printing technology to revolutionize its device production, beginning with Apple Watch. This innovative technique has the potential to replace the conventional method of cutting large metal slabs into product shapes. By doing so, it not only reduces manufacturing time but also contributes to environmental sustainability by utilizing less material. According to insiders familiar with the matter, the new process might reshape Apple's supply chain and initiate a larger transformation.

Foxconn, HP, Lenovo, apply for PLI IT hardware scheme

India's ambitious ProducLtion Linked Incentive (PLI) scheme for IT hardware, covering laptops, tablets, all-in-one PCs, servers, and ultrasmall form factor devices, has received an overwhelming response with 32 prominent companies submitting applications for incentives. Notable names among the applicants include Foxconn Group, HP, Dell, and Lenovo, according to Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw. This initiative is part of India's strategy to position itself as a global hub for advanced manufacturing.