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HOLI HUES HEAT UP INDIAN MARKETS, SALES SKYROCKET

Furthermore, the ongoing Indian Premier League (IPL) has significantly influenced the market, resulting in a surge in demand for water guns adorned with images of Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma.

Mcap of top 5 firms hits Rs 1.97 trillion

The combined market valuation of five of the 10 most valued firms eroded by Rs 1,97,958.56 crore last week, with IT majors Tata Consultancy Services (TCS) and Infosys taking the biggest hit amid volatile trends in equities.

Penalty provisions for dissemination of deepfakes can create deterrent effect: CUTS

A senior official from the global think tank CUTS International has emphasized the significance of penalty provisions in deterring the creation and spread of deepfakes and misinformation. Amol Kulkarni, Director of Research at CUTS International, highlighted the need for technological interventions to curb the misuse of AI-generated content.

India has incredibly affordable airfares: Akasa Air CEO

India has “incredibly affordable” airfares and the country’s aviation market has the kind of growth potential where Akasa Air as well as other carriers can do well, according to the nearly twoyear-old airline’s chief Vinay Dube.

DPI, BANKRUPTCY LAW, TAX CODE BOOST INDIA INVESTMENT DESTINATION: WEF OFFICIAL

The WEF-Cambridge report shows that fintech firms are positive about their regulatory environment, which supports their operations and growth.

Hero Motocorp introduces first EV ownership package

Hero MotoCorp has launched a hassle-free ownership package for its electric scooter VIDA V1 Pro.

Avaada Energy to set up 421 MWp solar project

Marking a significant milestone in sustainable energy collaboration, Avaada Energy, the renewable energy arm of Avaada Group, is pleased to announce the signing of Power Purchase Agreement (PPA) in India with Damodar Valley Corporation (DVC), a state-owned enterprise under the Ministry of Power, Government of India.

AMUL MILK PRODUCTS GO GLOBAL WITH LAUNCH IN U.S.

Popular dairy brand Amul, whose tagline is 'Taste of India', has now launched fresh milk products on the international stage for the first time and is now ready to cater to the people in the United States.

Court sends Sheikh Shahjahan to 6 days of police custody

The Kolkata court has recently sent suspended TMC strongman Sheikh Shahjahan to 6 days police custody in the Sandeshkhali Enforcement Directorate assault case.

Court extends BRS leader Kavitha ED's custody till Mar 26

Delhi's Rouse Avenue Court on Saturday extended the Enforcement Directorate (ED) custody of Bharat Rashtra Samithi (BRS) leader Kalvakuntla Kavitha until March 26 in the money laundering case linked to the now-defunct Delhi excise policy.

GOVT MOVES SC AGAINST PRESIDENT FOR WITHHOLDING ASSENT TO BILLS

The Kerala Government has moved the Supreme Court challenging Governor Arif Mohammed Khan's decision to reserve seven bills for the consideration of President Droupadi Murmu, asserting that his actions are \"manifestly arbitrary.\"

TMC LEADER FACES CBI SEARCH IN CASH-FOR-QUERY CASE

The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) on Saturday carried out searches on the premises of former TMC MP Mahua Moitra in various locations, including Kolkata, in connection with the purported cash-for-query case, as per officials.

SC LIMITS PREVENTIVE DETENTION, OVERTURNS TELANGANA HC ORDER

The Supreme Court, noting that preventive detention is a draconian measure and any such action based on capricious or routine exercise of powers must be halted early, has overturned a Telangana High Court order rejecting a detenu's appeal.

Ultraviolette forays into Europe, unveils F77 e-w in Istanbul show

Ultraviolette Automotive, an electric vehicle platform and battery technology company, has entered the European market, jointly showcasing its F77 performance electric motorcycle at the Motobike Istanbul 2024 exhibition, with Kibar Holding, from March 20-23, 2024.

Maruti Suzuki automates 1st driving test track in Ayodhya

Maruti Suzuki India has completed its first automated driving test track (ADTT) in Ayodhya, Uttar Pradesh with integrated test tracks for two-wheeler, light motor vehicle and heavy motor vehicle license testing.

JOY E-BIKE BUILDS 750+ DISTRIBUTORS, SHOWROOM NETWORK

In a move towards furthering electric mobility beyond metro cities to tier 1 and 2, Wardwizard Innovations & Mobility one of the leading manufacturers of electric two-wheelers under the brand 'Joy e-bike' and three-wheelers under the brand 'Joy e-rik' in India, has expanded its footprint by launching 156 exclusive distributor showrooms across 21 states in the country.

EXPERTS CALL FOR STANDARDISED CRITERIA IN OEM FINANCING

The Small Industries Development Bank of India (SIDBI), has unveiled six de-risking measures to accelerate India's electric two and three-wheeler adoption to reduce investors' risks in the EV ecosystem and give impetus to financing options for electric two and three-wheelers with the broader goal of accelerating the country's EV adoption at an even faster scale.

MAN INFRA CONSTRUCTION IS LEADING INDIA'S REAL ESTATE

The Indian Real Estate market is estimated to grow multi-fold on the back of a multiyear growth cycle in the property market.

Govt signs deal with BBBS for indigenous anti-drone technology

Big Bang Boom Solutions Pvt. Ltd. (BBBS), India's fastest-growing defense sector start-up, has secured a significant order worth more than Rs. 200 Crores from the Indian Air Force and the Indian Army, for its cuttingedge anti-drone technology earlier this month.

India, Bhutan for hydro, solar, green hydrogen projects

In a significant upgradation of the India-Bhutan bilateral economic relationship, Prime Minister Narendra gay Modi and Prime Minister Dasho Tshering Tobhave set the stage for a stronger and diversified energy partnership which envisages enhanced energy security, strengthening of their economies, generating employment, enhancing export earnings and contributing to further development of industrial and financial capacities.

Non-food sector credit growth seen over 12%

The relatively better performance of the Indian economy with 7.6 per cent projected growth in FY24 -- compared to other major economies -- driven by strong investment growth and a rebound in industrial activity has led to sustained growth in long-term credit demand for sectors such as infrastructure, metals, iron and steel, food processing.

CAPEX, PVT INVESTMENT, STRONG MACROS PUT INDIA IN A BRIGHT PLACE IN FY25

India looks set to close an eventful financial year L2023-34 (FY2024) with the economy growing above 8 percent for three consecutive quarters, reaffirming her position as a standout performer amidst persistent geopolitical headwinds, and to continue on an ambitious trajectory with the estimated GDP growth revised upwards from 7.3 percent to 7.6 per cent for FY24 as underlined by the monthly economic review of the Finance Ministry (MER) for February, also the last review before the fiscal ends on 31 March.

MUMBAI ECONOMIC OFFENCES WING FREEZES 20 BANK ACCOUNTS IN INVESTMENT FRAUD PROBE

The Economic Offences Wing (EOW) of the city, currently investigating an investment fraud case, has taken action by freezing more than 20 bank accounts associated with the accused, Ambar Dalal, and his firm, Ritz Consultancy Services. Dalal stands accused of defrauding unsuspecting investors by collecting funds and failing to deliver promised profits.

Pune weather update: Mercury set to soar to 40 degrees

The IMD officials note that coastal areas generally experience milder temperatures due to the soothing sea breeze, but even Santacruz bas recorded high temperatures recently.

IT freezing Cong accounts unconstitutional, says Chavan; asks for people's contribution

Senior Congress leader Prithviraj Chavan on Friday said his party was unable to access funds for Lok Sabha poll campaign related expenses due to the \"freeze\" on accounts and asserted the Election Commission of India must intervene.

AAP ACCUSES MUMBAI POLICE OF HIGH-HANDEDNESS DURING PROTEST AGAINST KEJRIWAL'S ARREST

The Aam Aadmi Party on Friday accused the Mumbai police of high-handedness while they were protesting in the early hours against the arrest of Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal by the Enforcement Directorate (ED).

CM SHINDE HOLDS LOK SABHA REVIEW MEETING WITH SHIV SENA CADRE IN MUMBAI

Maharashtra Chief Minster Eknath Shinde, on Thursday, conducted a Lok Sabha review meeting with the Shiv Sena party cadre in Mumbai's Worli.

J&K Wakfs Act 1978 overrides other laws

The Jammu and Kashmir and Ladakh High Court in the case Baldev Singh Vs State of Jammu & Kashmir observed and has ruled that the Jammu and Kashmir Wakfs Act, 1978 overrides all other laws when it comes to Wakf properties.

Karnataka High Court: Party Not Arrayed As Respondent In Compromise Decree Suit For Partition If Not Allotted Any Share

The Karnataka High Court in the case Mahesh ANDIshwar & Others observed and has held that a suit for partition filed by the plaintiff is maintainable if he was not impleaded as party respondent in the earlier suit wherein a compromise was arrived between the parties and the said court passed a decree without allocating any share in the property to the plaintiff.

Supreme Court: Director Not Responsible For Day-To-Day Affairs Of Company Cannot Be Held Liable For Cheque Dishonour | NI Act

The Supreme Court in the case Susela Padmavathy Amma vs. M/S. Bharti Airtel Limited observed that the Director of the company not responsible for its day-to-day affairs cannot be held liable for dishonor of cheque under the Negotiable Instruments Act, 1882.