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INDIA'S FOREIGN EXCHANGE RESERVES REACH NEW HIGH OF USD 681.7 BILLION

India's foreign exchange reserves surged to a record high of USD 681.688 billion, reflecting a significant increase in global economic buffers and domestic financial stability.

GreenPioneer Mobility India expands with ‘NonStop'

GreenPioneer Mobility India, a prominent leader in sustainable mobility solutions, has announced the launch of 'NonStop,' an innovative retail experience store that is set to transform the way rehabilitation and mobility products are accessed across India.

Index for Core Industries increases 6.1 per cent in July 2024

The combined Index of Eight Core Industries (ICI) increased by 6.1 per cent (provisional) year-on-year in July, the Ministry of Commerce and Industry said in a statement

Towards Decarbonization in the Asia Pacific through 2025 NDCs

The Asia LEDS Partnership (ALP) successfully concluded its flagship event, the Asia LEDS Partnership Forum 2024, held from 20 to 22 August 2024 at the United Nations Conference Centre in Bangkok, Thailand.

VISA WITH SKILL DEVELOPMENT MINISTRY TO UPSKILL 20,000 YOUTHS

The Tourism and Hospitality Skill Council (THSC) an arm of the Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the American digital payments company, Visa to upskill at least 20,000 Indian youth in tourismrelevant skills, the Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship said in a statement on Friday.

GRIHA COUNCIL: ACCELERATING CLIMATE ACTION IN BUILT ENVIRONMENT

GRIHA Council hosted its 2nd GRIHA Regional Conclave in Hyderabad, Telangana on Friday around the theme ‘Accelerating Climate Action in the Built Environment’.

PM emphasizes need for swift justice in crimes against women

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday emphasized the importance of swift justice in cases involving crimes against women, stating that it will provide greater assurance of their safety.

Plea filed against Kangana for alleged misrepresentation in film

A petition seeking the registration of a criminal case was filed on Saturday in Chandigarh against film actress and BJP MP Kangana Ranaut.

CJI calls district judiciary 'backbone of the judiciary'

Chief Justice of India (CJI) D.Y. Chandrachud described the district judiciary as the “backbone of the judiciary” and emphasized its crucial role in upholding the rule of law.

SC directs Omar, estranged wife to seek mediation for marital settlement

The Supreme Court on Friday directed former Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah and his estranged wife, Payal Nath to appear before its mediation centre in an effort to facilitate a settlement between the parties.

DELHI HIGH COURT DISMISSES PLEA CHALLENGING CM NITISH KUMAR

The Delhi High Court has rejected a plea challenging the election of Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar as President of the Janata Dal (United) (JD(U)).

JOURNEY OF INDIA BECOMING MORE MATURE AS A DEMOCRACY: PM

Prime Minister Narendra Modi praised the Supreme Court of India as it celebrates its 75th anniversary, calling the milestone a reflection of India's constitutional values and democratic maturity.

Second sexual offence case filed against film director Ranjith

A second case for a sexual offence has been registered against director Ranjith Balakrishnan following a complaint by a male actor in this district, police announced on Saturday.

COURT RULES IN FAVOUR OF TRANSGENDER RIGHTS ORDERS UPDATE OF SCHOOL CERTIFICATES

In a landmark judgment, the Uttarakhand high court has set aside the school education board's decision to deny changes in name and gender on educational certificates for transgender individuals.

Rethinking Society's Response to AI-Generated Explicit Content

As a society navigating the ever-evolving landscape of technology and digital innovation, the rise of AI tools has brought forth a myriad of ethical considerations and societal challenges.

Tata Group to hire 4,000 women

Tata Group is set to hire 4,000 women technicians from Uttarakhand for its components manufacturing and assembly facilities across Tamil Nadu and Karnataka.

Vistara merges with Air India

TATA SIA Airlines Limited, known by the brand name of Vistara announced its merger with Air India on Friday.

RENTIFYR TECHNOLOGIES TRANSFORMS CAR RENTAL

Goa, a paradise for tourists and locals alike, has always been a destination where freedom and exploration go hand in hand.

Mastercard collaborates with Aquapay to launch virtual cards

Mastercard today announced its collaboration with Aquapay, a leading enterprise payment solutions provider, to launch Mastercard In Control for Business Travel in India.

Apple Music, YouTube Music now support playlist transfers

Apple Music users can now officially transfer their playlists to YouTube Music and vice versa, thanks to new support provided by Apple, the GSM Arena reported.

WhatsApp to add custom list filters for streamlined chat

In a move set to enhance user experience, WhatsApp is gearing up to introduce a feature that will allow users to filter their chats using custom lists.

TWO-WHEELER INDUSTRY TO GROW BY 8 PC, TRACTORS BY 4PC ANNUALLY

The two-wheeler (2W) industry is anticipated to grow in high single digits, with an estimated 8 per cent year-onyear (YoY) increase whereas the tractor industry is anticipated to see marginal growth of approximately 4 per cent YoY in the domestic market, according to a report by Nuvama, a wealth and investment firm.

MATCHMAKING TRENDS: WHAT DOES FUTURE HOLD?

With the shifting landscape of modern relationships, the world of matchmaking is undergoing a significant transformation, reflecting the changing societal norms and individual preferences. Today, individuals are not just seeking deeper, more meaningful bonds, they are actively shaping them.

Govt focuses on sustainable, inclusive growth for Mumbai

\"Mumbai is at the forefront of India's economic journey, and it is essential that we work together to ensure its growth is sustainable and inclusive.

CENTRE GRANTS NAVRATNA STATUS TO NHPC, RAILTEL, SATLUJ JAL VIDYUT NIGAM, SOLAR ENERGY CORP

The central government has granted Navratna status to four of its companies -- Satluj Jal Vidyut Nigam Ltd, National Hydroelectric Power Corporation Ltd (NHPC), Solar Energy Corporation of India Ltd, and Railtel Corporation of India Ltd, Department of Public Enterprises said in X posts.

Indian economy relatively slowed

The Indian economy grew by 6.7 per cent in real terms in the April-June quarter of the current financial year 202425, Ministry of Statistics and Programme Implementation's official data showed on Friday.

Mumbai property market sees 8 per cent surge in August

In August 2024, approximately 11,735 properties were registered within Mumbai’s municipal limits, generating over Rs 1,072 crore in stamp duty revenue for the state exchequer which marks an 8 per cent increase in property registrations and 32 per cent rise in revenue year-on-year (YoY), according to Knight Frank report.

Fall in Q1 GDP numbers is due to poll code and restricted govt expenditure

After the release of the first quarter GDP numbers, RBI Governor Shaktikanta Das on Saturday stated that India's growth story is intact.

SEBI tightens criteria for exit, entry of stocks in derivatives segment

Stock market regulator Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) has updated the eligibility criteria for the entry and exit of stocks in the derivatives segment.

Indians Credit card spending increases 19 pc (YoY) to Rs 1.7 trillion in July 24

Indian consumers demonstrated a significant increase in their credit card spending in July this year, marking a 19 per cent increase as compared to the same month last year.