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Geopolitical tensions propel silver demand to new heights amid supply challenges

In a recent report by Motilal Oswal Financial Services Ltd, the impact of geopolitical tensions on precious metals, particularly silver, has come into sharp focus.

Govt to host first World Audio Visual and Entertainment Summit in Goa

The Ministry of Information Broadcasting will organise the first edition of the World Audio Visual & Entertainment Summit (WAVES) from November 20-24, 2024.

Startups demand angel tax elimination, incentives on investments in budget

Startups in India have high expectations from this year’s upcoming Union Budget. Early-age startups hope for the removal of angel taxes, while health tech startups expect increased funding for the sector.

MSMEs pin hopes on Union Budget 2024-25 for financial relief

As Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman prepares for the upcoming Union Budget, the micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs) are hopeful that the government will prioritise and promote their sector.

INDIAN STOCK MARKET EYES FIRST QUARTER, BUDGET, AND GLOBAL CUES IN UPCOMING WEEK

As the week gone by saw Indian stock markets touching fresh all-time highs and at the same time volatile trading days, the market is likely to see stockspecific moves gain traction on the back of the ongoing earning season, as per the market analysts.

INDIA'S FASTEST GROWING BRAND IN THE HOUSEKEEPING INDUSTRY

Midst a landscape where cleanliness and hygiene hold utmost importance, British Clean emerges as a leading sustainable brand in India’s housekeeping industry.

Mott MacDonald expands operations in India with Bengaluru office

Mott MacDonald has opened an extended office in Bengaluru, India, enabling the company to provide more services to its clients and deliver improved outcomes on projects.

Shriram Finance offers fixed deposit plans for senior citizens

Shriram Finance, a leading name in the financial services sector, is now offering fixed deposit plans designed to meet the financial needs of senior citizens.

Schneider Electric India wins Golden Peacock award

Schneider Electric, the global leader in the digital transformation of energy management and NextGen automation, has been honoured with the prestigious Golden Peacock Award for exceptional energy efficiency initiatives at its Chennai plant.

NRAI LAUNCHES INDIA FOOD SERVICES REPORT 2024

The 5th edition of the NRAI India Food Services Report provides an indepth analysis shared by the industry stakeholders and consumer voices.

BENGALURU COURT SENDS EX-MINISTER NAGENDRA TO JUDICIAL CUSTODY

A Bengaluru court has sent former Karnataka Minister B. Nagendra to judicial custody in connection with the alleged Valmiki Corporation scam until July 18.

Bombay HC grants parole for happy occasion

The Bombay High Court has granted parole to a man to bid farewell to his son, who is going to Australia for further studies, holding that if parole can be granted to share grief, it can also be granted for a happy occasion.

India's path to sustainable agriculture and climate resilience

Rice is one of the most important food crops in the world, especially in Asia.

Skoda Kodiaq 2024 coming to India

Skoda Auto is set to expand its lineup in India with the upcoming launch of two vehicles that have achieved exceptional safety ratings in global crash tests.

Not linked to UP's new vehicle policy: Mahindra on XUV 700 price cut

The Uttar Pradesh government’s hybrid vehicle policy has no connection with Mahindra and Mahindra’s decision to cut down the price of its popular SUV model, the XUV 700, the company said on Wednesday, 10 July.

AT 3.4 LAKH UNITS IN JUNE, PV WHOLESALES UP BY 3%

Passenger vehicle sales in the local market rose in modest single-digit in June mainly due to a high base and easing of postpandemic pent-up demand.

Foreign investors infuse Rs 7,390 crore in second week of July

The Foreign Portfolio Investment (FPI) in the Indian equity market increased by Rs 7,390 crores during the second week of July, according to investment data from the National Securities Depository Limited.

KERALA CM LAUDS LDF GOVT'S EFFORTS AFTER TOPPING SDG INDIA INDEX

After Kerala topped the NITI Aayog’s latest Sustainable Development Index, Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan said on Saturday that it reflects the Left Democratic Front government’s “commitment to social progress and welfare.”

With 4 mn users, Digi Yatra will be expanded to 15 new airports

The registered users at the Digi Yatra platform has crossed 4 million mark, highlighted the platform in an official statement on Saturday.

GOYAL TO VISIT ITALY FOR G7 TRADE MINISTERS' MEETING

Union Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal will participate in the outreach session of the G7 Trade Ministers’ Meeting scheduled for July 16-17 in Italy, according to an official statement.

India can become world's second-largest economy by 2031: RBI Dy Governor

India can become the second largest economy by 2031 and the largest economy in the world by 2060, said Michael Debabrata Patra, Deputy Governor, Reserve Bank of India (RBI) during a program at the Lal Bahadur Shastri National Academy of Administration, Mussoorie.

Inflation is highest in Odisha at 7.22 pc followed by Bihar and Karnataka

India’s inflation landscape exhibited spatial variability in June 2024, with 12 out of 22 states reporting inflation rates exceeding the national average of 5.1 per cent, according to SBI research.

Robust net direct tax collection in FY25

The net direct tax collection of the government registered a significant growth of 19.54 per cent in financial year 2024-25, amounting to Rs 5,74,357 crore by July 11, highlighted the data by the income tax department.

Food inflation will moderate soon, rate cut to get delayed: Experts

After the retail inflation data showed that food inflation in June almost doubled year-on-year to 8.3 percent, economic experts are optimistic that food inflation will decrease in the coming months.

INDIA'S DEFENCE EXPORT: A 14-FOLD LEAP IN 7 YEARS

India’s defense exports have skyrocketed, increasing 14 times from FY 2016-17 to FY 2023-24.

SUPREME COURT GRANTS INTERIM BAIL TO ARVIND KEJRIWAL IN PMLA CASE, REFERS PLEA CHALLENGING ED ARREST TO LARGER BENCH

The Supreme Court in the case Arvind Kejriwal v. Directorate of Enforcement observed and has granted interim bail to Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal in the case registered by under the Prevention of Money Laundering Act, PMLA over the liquor policy case, while referring to the petition filed challenging the arrest by the Enforcement Directorate, ED to a larger bench.

Polling ends; all 274 MLAs cast their votes: Legislative Council

The polling for the biennial elections to 11 seats in the Maharashtra Legislative Council concluded at the Vidhan Bhavan Complex on Friday afternoon.

Lake levels in 7 reservoirs that supply water to the city at 22.80 pc

In the absence of extended periods of heavy rain, the water level in the lakes that supply the city with water has barely risen by a few inches.

Probationary IAS officer allegedly pressured DCP to release theft suspect

The Navi Mumbai police have notified the Maharashtra government that probationary IAS officer Puja Khedkar reportedly sought to convince a Deputy Commissioner of Police (DCP) to release a man apprehended in a theft case, according to an official on Friday.

SRCC Children's Hospital faces blood shortage

After being unable to conduct a blood donation camp for over 20 days, SRCC Hospital at Haji Ali found itself short of O and B blood groups, even as it struggled to find donors on July 10.