The Business Guardian - March 28, 2025

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March 28, 2025

Will help people: Sitharaman's witty reply to Raghav Chadha on Bank conditions

Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman on Wednesday, had a humorous response to Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) Rajya Sabha MP Raghav Chadha for raising the issue of the conditions of banks in Parliament.

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Youth prefer UPI for daily use, credit cards for big buys: Survey

The youngsters in India prefer UPI for daily transactions but credit card is also a major choice among youths for bigger purchases due to interest-free credit facility by it, highlighted a survey by Kiwi and Unomer.

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Indian Markets Dip As Trump Imposes 25% Tariff On US Auto Imports

Indian stock markets opened lower on Thursday amid global jitters following Donald Trump's announcement of 25% tariffs on US auto imports.

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India's GDP Projected to Grow 6.5% in FY25 Despite Global Uncertainty

The Indian economy is estimated to achieve a growth of 6.5 per cent in FY25 despite considerable external headwinds, the Monthly Economic Review by the Department of Economic Affairs (DEA), Ministry of Finance said.

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Baldota's Rs 54,000 Cr plant set to boost India's steel capacity amid growing deficit

India's steel sector is at a critical juncture, with finished steel imports surging by 20% to 8.29 million tonnes in the April-January period of this fiscal year.

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Ex-UK MP flags rights, corruption issues in Bangladesh

At a side event during the 58th session of the UN Human Rights Council (UNHRC) in Geneva on Wednesday, former UK Member of Parliament Paul Burstow delivered a keynote speech addressing human rights violations and the rise of Islamic extremism in Bangladesh.

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Artemis Hospitals Hosts First Indo-UK Cough Symposium, Bringing Together Global Experts in Respiratory Health

Artemis Hospitals proudly hosted the first-ever Indo-UK Cough Symposium, a landmark event aimed at advancing the diagnosis and management of chronic cough.

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Stalin Slams Yogi's Remarks as Political Black Comedy

A political clash has erupted between Tamil Nadu CM MK Stalin and UP CM Yogi Adityanath over the three-language policy and delimitation debate.

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TN BJP Chief Annamalai Heads to Delhi to Meet Amit Shah

Tamil Nadu BJP President, K Annamalai departed for Delhi and is expected to meet Union Home Minister Amit Shah for discussions.

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EAM Highlights India's Optimism

External Affairs Minister (EAM) S. Jaishankar, on Wednesday, addressed the Central Asia Youth Delegation at Jawaharlal Nehru Bhawan in New Delhi, where he highlighted the optimistic outlook of Indian society, particularly its youth, and praised the country's rapid integration of technology.

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HOAG, IIT Roorkee Launch Ivy-Grade Summer School

HOAG, India's pioneering immersive summer school program, has partnered with iHUB DivyaSampark, IIT Roorkee to launch the country's first Ivy-Grade Summer School Program.

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Wyre, STL co-develop optical solutions for Belgium FTTH

STL [NSE: STLTECH], a leading optical and digital solutions company today announced its successful partnership with Wyre for supporting the development of their expansive multi-gigabit Fibre-to-the-home (FTTH) network.

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Accuspace Expands in Gurugram

Jaipur-based commercial real estate firm AccuSpace, through one of its SPVs (special purpose vehicle), has entered the Delhi-NCR market with the acquisition of a 30,000 sq. ft. Grade A office space from a Singapore-based fund on NH8 in Gurugram.

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NSDC, AXIM Partner to Enhance Open edX

National Skill Development Corporation (NSDC) partnered with Axim Collaborative, a non-profit organization, to enhance the Open edX open-source software platform and drive innovation in education and skill ecosystem to empower youths.

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Agoda, Macao Tourism partner to promote city

Digital travel platform Agoda has partnered with Macao Government Tourism Office (MGTO) to showcase the Special Administrative Region as a must-visit destination for international travelers.

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Indian-American artist Shana Sood set to showcase two solo exhibitions titled 'Homecoming'

Indian-American artist Shana Sood is returning to India with two solo exhibitions titled \"Homecoming.\"

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Everise's EverAI Labs Wins 2025 AI Excellence Award

Today announced that EverAI Labs, the company's AI-powered suite of customer experience solutions, has been named a winner at the 2025 Artificial Intelligence Excellence Awards, presented by the Business Intelligence Group.

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International Artistry Takes Center Stage at 'Fifth Dimensional Leap' by AMOHA galleria

AMOHA galleria (Adishakti Museum of Heritage & Arts), in collaboration with Bikaner House, unveiled \"Fifth Dimensional Leap - A Transformative Art Exhibition\" on March 25.

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Expelled BJP MLA Patil Alleges Dual Standards in Party

Expelled BJP MLA Basanagouda R Patil has expressed strong criticism over the internal functioning of the Bharatiya Janata Party, alleging that \"politically ambitious individuals and proponents of adjustment politics\" caused significant setbacks to the party during the Lok Sabha elections.

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SC stays inquiry against MP RERA chairperson, questions procedural violations

The Supreme Court on Thursday stayed the inquiry initiated against Ajeet Prakash Shrivastava, Chairperson of the Madhya Pradesh Real Estate Regulatory Authority (MP RERA), citing potential procedural lapses and political interference.

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Kanimozhi Slams CM Yogi's 'Divisive Politics' Jibe Against Stalin

DMK MP Kanimozhi on Thursday took a jibe at Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath after he accused Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin of divisive politics.

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TN Assembly unanimously passes resolution against Waqf Bill

The Tamil Nadu Legislative Assembly on Thursday unanimously passed a resolution opposing the Waqf (Amendment) Bill proposed by the BJP-led Central government, as Chief Minister M.K. Stalin stated that the bill is \"destroying the rights of Muslims.\"

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Milk Prices Up by Rs 4 per Litre from April 1 in Karnataka, BJP Slams Move

The Karnataka government on Thursday announced an increase in the selling price of Nandini milk and curd by Rs 4 per litre, effective from April 1.

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Bengaluru Court rejects Ranya Rao's bail plea in gold smuggling case

The 64th CCH Sessions Court in Bengaluru has rejected the bail application of Ranya Rao in connection with a gold smuggling case.

1 min

Telangana Assembly Adopts Resolution Against Delimitation

Moved by XCM Reddy, resolution suggests keeping freeze on number of parliamentary seats

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Police Lathi-Charges Odisha Cong Workers Protesting MLAs' Suspension Outside House

Tensions were high in Bhubaneswar, Odisha, on Thursday as police resorted to lathi charge to disperse Odisha Congress workers during their protest outside the Odisha Assembly against the suspension of 14 Congress MLAs from the House and crime against women.

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ASHA workers should be put on proper wages: Priyanka in Wayanad

Congress MP Priyanka Gandhi Vadra on Thursday demanded that the Central government should consider putting ASHA workers on proper regular wages.

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Exposing the Scales of Corruption: A Deep Dive into Judicial Misconduct

The recent discovery of Rs 15 crore in unaccounted cash from the official residence of Mr. Justice Yashvant Varma has been a tragic and disgraceful incident for our nation. As a society, we have been left in disbelief at the scale of this discovery, especially when it involves a sitting judge of the highest judicial institution.

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Why the UN's World Happiness Report 2025 Lacks Credibility

The World Happiness Report, however, ranks Ukraine at no. 111 and Palestine at no. 108. In other words, the Palestinians are happier than the Ukrainians or, to put it more accurately, perhaps less unhappy.

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SEBI Cancels Registration of 72 Research Analysts; 49 RAs Did Not Respond

The market regulator cancelled the certificate of registration of 72 research analysts (RAs) on Thursday.

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Govt to Raise Rs 8 Lakh Cr Via Bonds in FY26

Out of gross market borrowing of Rs 14.82 lakh crore estimated for 2025-26, Rs 8 lakh crore, or 54 per cent

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India's Direct Selling Industry Surpasses Rs 22,000 Cr

Women direct sellers rise from 37 per cent to 44 per cent of the total direct selling force, according to a survey.

1 min

FM Sitharaman Meets US Chamber of Commerce President

Clark appreciated India's continued reforms, including in FDI, leading to the growing interest of US businesses in India.

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Gold rises Rs 365 to reclaim Rs 91,000/10 gram-mark

The precious metal of 99.9 per cent purity had closed at Rs 90,685 per 10 grams on Wednesday.

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Govt To Raise Rs 8 Lakh Cr Via Bonds In FY26

Out of gross market borrowing of Rs 14.82 lakh crore estimated for 2025-26, Rs 8 lakh crore, or 54 per cent

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Adani Energy Solutions Acquires Mahan Transmission

Adani Energy Solutions Ltd (AESL) officially announced through an exchange filing on Thursday that it has announced a special purpose vehicle called Mahan Transmission Ltd (MTL) from REC Power Development and Consultancy Limited (RECPDCL).

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Auto Stocks Slump on Trump Tariff; Tata Motors Tanks Over 6%

Auto stocks declined in morning trade on Thursday, with Tata Motors tumbling over 6 per cent, after the US President Donald Trump announced imposition of 25 per cent tariffs on auto imports from April.

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BIS Intensifies Crackdown on E-commerce Firms

The Delhi Branch of the National Standards Body of India, Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) has seized over 3,500 products, both without an ISI mark and marked with fake ISI labels, from warehouses of Amazon Sellers located in Mohan Cooperative Industrial Area, Delhi.

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Rupee falls 5 paise to settle at 85.74 against US dollar

The rupee weakened by 5 paise to close at 85.74 against the US dollar on Thursday, as month-end dollar demand from importers, coupled with the greenback's recovery against major currencies, weighed on the rupee.

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SC Considered Extending Term of Tribunal Members Nearing Retirement, Seeking Union's Update on Fresh Appointments

The Supreme Court in the case directed the Union Government to provide an update on the status of vacancies.

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Bar Associations Urged CJI To Initiate Criminal Investigation Against Justice Yashwant Varma | Cash Row

Justice Varma has denied of such possession of cash and claimed it to be a conspiracy against him.

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Supreme Court: Large Areas Do Not Get Same Price As Same Plots; Some Deductions Permissible Due To Largeness

The Supreme Court in the case Manilal Shamalbhai Patel (Deceased) Through His Legal Heirs And Ors. Versus Officer On Special Duty (Land Acquisition) Anr observed and has justified the 10% deduction in market rates of the land on account of largeness in area while determining the compensation in a land acquisition proceeding.

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Supreme Court: No Absolute Rule That HC Cannot Interfere In Section 482 CrPC Petition

The appellant allegedly took loan from the Respondent-Cooperative Society and issued blank cheques as security.

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Delhi HC Issued Permanent Injunction Against Shop Owners From Infringing Louis Vuitton Trademarks On Handbags, Belts

The Delhi High Court in the case Louis Vuitton Malletier vs. Raj Belts & Ors. observed and has issued a permanent injunction in favour of the French fashion brand Louis Vuitton Malletier, against trademark infringement by shop owners located in Karol Bagh.

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Supreme Court: No Absolute Rule That High Court Cannot Interfere In Section 482 CrPC Petition If Investigation Is At Preliminary Stage

The Supreme Court in the case Kulandaisamy And Anr Versus State Represented By Its Inspector Of Police And Anr observed and has held that there being no absolute rule that the High Court cannot interfere with the petition filed under Section 482 Code of Criminal Procedure, CrPC if the investigation is at a primary stage.

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RUCKUS IN HARYANA'S BUDGET SESSION

Hooda demanded a white paper; in response, CM Saini said that every year every liability of the state is published in the CAG report

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Govt Establishing New Gaushalas Through Municipal Corporations

Haryana Urban Local Bodies Minister Vipul Goel informed that various steps are being taken in Haryana like establishment of new Gaushalas by Municipal Corporations, increase in financial assistance to Gaushalas, arrangement of fodder, vaccination and sterilization of stray animals and provision of medical facilities for such animals.

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Ruckus Over Banning Gangster and Gun Culture Songs, Matter Takes Political Turn

Citing gangster and gun culture, songs of many singers in Haryana were banned from YouTube platform, and most of banned songs are of Haryanvi singer Masoom Sharma.

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Crypto Mining: Has India Missed the Opportunity?

Crypto mining is the process that Bitcoin and several other crypto assets use to generate new tokens and validate transactions across a vast, decentralized network of specialized computers.

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Ruling, opposition parties spar as CM defends Rs 2.05 L Cr Budget

When Hooda spoke in the middle of the CM's speech, Minister Anil Vij expressed his displeasure and anger, stating, \"I want to tell them that they do not play with me; I am fire, and if I spread, they will not be able to run away.\"

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