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Sandeep Poundrik takes over as secretary, Ministry of Steel

Bihar cadre IAS officer Sandeep Poundrik assumed charge as Secretary, Ministry of Steel, at Udyog Bhawan. He is a 1993-batch IAS officer from the Bihar cadre.

BUNKERING AT INDIA PORTS SHOT UP 65% IN 2024: S&P GLOBAL COMMODITY INSIGHTS

Bunkering activity in India has experienced significant growth in 2024, with the total number of bunkering and ship to-ship calls to Indian ports increasing by 64 per cent year-on-year through July.

SC To Consider Kejriwal's Plea On CBI Arrest In Excise Case

The Supreme Court on Monday agreed to consider listing for hearing a plea of Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal against the Delhi High Court order upholding his arrest by the CBI in a corruption case stemming from the alleged excise policy scam.

New Canada Visa Policies For Skilled Professionals

In a strategic move to address global talent shortages and bolster its economic growth, Canada has announced new immigration policies that offer significant opportunities for skilled professionals worldwide.

Lucknow Leads Tier 2 Cities In Shopping Centre Space: Knight Frank India Report

According to Knight Frank India's latest research report, Think India, Think Retail 2024, Lucknow has emerged as the leader in gross leasable area (GLA) for shopping centres among 21 tier 2 cities across India.

IMD Predicts Rains In Several Parts Of Himachal In Next Few Days

The Indian Meteorological Department (IMD) has forecast rains in several districts of Himachal Pradesh over the next five days.

Bangladesh's Economy At Risk Of Pandemic-Level Decline

A recent report by Moody's warns that the ongoing curfews in Bangladesh could severely harm the country's economy, potentially bringing it back to levels seen during the pandemic.

SC rules disclosure statements irrelevant in Gujarat Murder Case

The Supreme Court in the case Allarakha Habib Memon Etc. Versus State Of Gujarat observed and has held hat the disclosure made by an accused under Section 27 of the Indian Evidence Act. 1872 is irrelevant if the fact was previously being known to the police.

Atishi to hoist national flag, Rai directs department to make arrangements Ra or In at FL M De

Aam Aadmi Party senior leader and Delhi Environment Minister Gopal Rai stated that Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal has expressed his wish for Education Minister Atishi to hoist the national flag on Independence Day.

We have hope from Supreme Court, says Manish Sisodia

In his first interview after securing bail in the Delhi Excise policy case, Senior AAP leader and former Delhi Deputy CM Manish Sisodia said that he has hope from the Supreme Court that like him it would also deliver justice to CM Arvind Kejriwal as well.

J-K: ARMY ON HIGH ALERT ALONG LOC IN SUNDERBANI AHEAD OF I-DAY

The Indian Army has been placed on high alert along the Line of Control (LoC) in the remote region of Sunderbani in the Rajouri district of Jammu and Kashmir ahead of Independence Day to ensure the safety and security of people.

DIRECT TAX COLLECTIONS 24% HIGHER AT RS 8.1 LAKH CRORE

The gross direct tax collections by the government so far in 2024-15 were 24 per cent higher on a yearly basis at Rs 8.13 lakh crore, data released by the Central Board of Direct Taxes (CBDT) showed on Monday. During the same period last year, the gross tax collections were Rs 6.55 lakh crore.

Odisha rice scientists excited as PM dedicates three varieties developed by them to nation

Scientists at the National Rice Research Institution (NRRI) here are excited as Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday dedicated three rice varieties developed by them to the nation.

Merchandise exports to hit USD 111.7 bn, non-oil exports at USD 89.8 bn in Q2 FY25

The Export-Import Bank of India (India Exim Bank) has projected that the country's total merchandise exports are expected to reach USD 111.7 billion, marking a year-on-year (yo-y) growth of 4.2 per cent and non-oil exports are anticipated to amount to USD 89.8 billion, reflecting a y-o-y growth of 6.26 per cent in the second quarter (July-September) of the fiscal year 2025.

HOME LOANS OF UP TO RS 15 CRORES ON BAJAJ MARKETS

Bajaj Markets, a digital financial marketplace, facilitates easy access to home loans of up to Rs 15 Crores at interest rates starting from 8.50 per cent p.a.

SBI GENERAL INSURANCE SURGES AHEAD WITH A 32 PER CENT GROWTH IN Q1 FY24-25

SBI General Insurance, one of India's leading General Insurance companies, has reported a robust growth of 32% in the first quarter of FY 24-25, resulting in a Gross Direct Premium (GDP) of INR 2,603 crore.

Eco Recycling Reports 98 per cent Surge in Standalone Q1 FY25 Profit

Eco Recycling Limited (BSE: ECORECO), India's first and one of the leading professional E-waste Management Company today announced its Unaudited financial results for the Quarter ended 31st June 2024 (Q1 FY25) Commenting on the performance, B K Soni, Chairman & Managing Director of Eco Recycling Limited said, \"Our performance this quarter is an outcome of the acceptance of responsible recycling and stricter implementation of the Rules.

Centre notifies gas prices for new wells at 20 per cent premium versus 10% earlier

Petroleum and natural gas ministry has notified the allocation of gas produced from new wells or well interventions from nominated fields of ONGC/OIL at 20 per cent premium over the APM price.

India's retail inflation softens and align with RBI's 4% target

Breaching 5 per cent in June, the retail inflation rate in India softened drastically in July.

'JAI JAWAAN, JAI KISAAN, JAI VIGYAAN, JAI ANUSANDHAN', SAYS PM MODI TO FARMERS

In an interaction at the Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR) PUSA, Prime Minister Narendra Modi connected with farmers, showcasing his unwavering commitment to the agricultural community.

Sisodia to chair meeting of AAP leaders over preparations for Assembly elections

Former Delhi Deputy Chief Minister Manish Sisodia will chair a meeting of senior leaders of the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) on Sunday over the preparations for the Delhi Assembly elections.

TRAFFIC CRAWLS IN DELHI AFTER DOWNPOUR, 47 WATERLOGGING COMPLAINTS REPORTED

Heavy rain in the national capital on Sunday led to traffic snarls in several areas as Delhiites reported 47 incidents of waterlogging across the city.

'BJP will not win even a single seat in upcoming Delhi elections...'

Delhi Minister and Aam Aadmi Party leader Saurabh Bharadwaj on Sunday said that AAP will deliberate on the upcoming assembly elections in Delhi in the meeting at AAP leader Manish Sisodia’s residence, adding that the BJP will not win even a single seat in the upcoming elections.

GAUHATI HIGH COURT: PURCHASER CANNOT BE PUNISHED FOR FAILURE OF SELLER TO DEPOSIT TAX

The Gauhati High Court in the case National Plasto Moulding Versus State Of Assam observed and has held that a purchasing dealer cannot be punished for the act of the selling dealer in case wherein the selling dealer had failed to deposit the tax which is being collected by it.

Delhi High Court: Revenue Department Cannot Take Fresh Ground Which Was Not Disclosed To Taxpayer, While Passing Re-assessment Under Section 148A(D)

The Delhi High Court in the case Tosca Master vs. Deputy CIT observed and has found major flaw in the fundamental premise of the Revenue Department that the investment made by the taxpayer in shares amounted to ‘income’ which has escaped assessment.

Allahabad High Court Rejects PIL Seeking Clarification From UP Government That It Is Not Working Under BJP's Command

The Supreme Court in the case Manjesh Kumar Yadav vs. State of U.P. and 3 others observed and has dismissed the Public Interest Litigation, PIL petition filed seeking a direction to the state government to clarify that it not working under the commands of the Bharatiya Janata Party, BJP.

Declining bank deposits raise concerns about NBFC's fundraising capacity: Report

Amid the concerns of declining deposits at banks, CareEdge Ratings anticipated that the credit-deposit ratios may pose a concern to the Non-Banking Financial Companies (NBFCs).

SEIL to boost Andhra power supply with new unit

Oman-based Tanweer Infrastructure Pte Ltd, which operates one of India’s largest independent power plants in Andhra Pradesh, is set to enhance the state’s power supply.

RBI EXPECTED TO BEGIN RATE CUTS IN OCTOBER: CRISIL

The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) may begin lowering interest rates around October, provided that external factors like weather conditions and international commodity prices do not cause any disruptions, the credit rating agency, Crisil said in its report.

A major shift in consumer preferences towards larger homes': Anarock report

The average flat sizes in India’s top seven cities have surged by 32 per cent over the past five years, with the National Capital Region (NCR) witnessing a significant 96 per cent growth, the Anarock Group said in the latest report.