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India imports 212 million tonnes of coal between April and January

In the ongoing fiscal year, India has witnessed a marginal increase of 1.65 percent in coal imports, reaching 212.24 Million Tonnes during the April-January period, as compared to 208.78 MT in the corresponding period of the previous fiscal year.

India to intensify start-up engagement, host 5th edition of Forum in Jan'25

The fourth edition of the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation Startup Forum is looking to catalyse innovation and collaboration among startups as member states turn focus on broadening startup interactions among themselves, fostering an environment conducive to innovation, promoting job creation and inspiring young talent to develop innovative solutions.

NIVEDITA MUKHERJEE NEW DELHI

The manufacturing upturn was led by the fastest expansions in factory orders and production, pressure on operating capacities also intensified, highlighted by a quicker uptick in backlogs, which in turn supported job creation

End of an era: Mumbai's historic Rattan Kunj bungalow demolished

The iconic Rattan Kunj bungalow, standing for 124 years near the Versova coast, was razed to the ground on Tuesday, marking the end of an era in Mumbai's history.

BMC initiates investigation into tragic drowning of two children in Wadala water tank

Following the heartwrenching discovery of the bodies of two minors who drowned in an open water tank at the Maharshi Karve Garden in Wadala, the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) has launched its own probe into the incident.

JAPAN MAKING BEER CHEAPER, ENCOURAGING BETTER TASTE AND BIZ

In Japan, some 4,600 supermarket goods have increased in price this month as a result of the food and beverage industry's continued costpassing amid a once-in-ageneration inflation surge. But one noteworthy exception is beer.

India, UAE look to iron out investment issues at joint task force meet during Goyal visit

India and the United Arab Emirates are all set to discuss issues and challenges pertaining to existing Investments, both, made by UAE companies in India, and investments made by Indian companies in UAE.

Deloitte announces major Business simplification in a decade

Deloitte will trim its main business units to four from five in a bid to cut costs ahead of an expected slowdown, about the accounting giant that employs more than 455,000 people worldwide.

AIR INDIA CEO: INDIA'S AVIATION BOOM CALLS FOR ADDITIONAL HUBS

India’s aviation boom could support more hubs, says Air India CEO Wilson. There aren’t many other markets like India in the world. Northern

Zomato's Pure Veg Fleet' to Keep Red uniforms despite earlier announcement

Amid an outcry over its announcement of a 'pure veg' fleet, Zomato has said all its delivery partners will continue to wear red, rolling back its decision to introduce a green uniform for those delivering food to vegetarians under the new service.

Google Fined Rs 50 mm in French News publisher dispute

AIphabet Inc.'s Google has been fined ₹250 million ($271 million) by France's competition watchdog for failing to broker agreements with media outlets for publishing links to their content and for plundering press content to train its AI technology.

NABARD projects Rs 2.43 lakh crore credit disbursement for Bihar in FY 2024-25

The National Bank for Agriculture and Rural Development (NABARD) has revealed a substantial credit potential of Rs 2,43,093 crore for Bihar in the fiscal year 2024-25.

Study forecasts 600 kt solar waste in India by 2030

A recent study conducted by the Ministry of New and Renewable Energy in collaboration with the independent think tank Council on Energy, Environment and Water (CEEW) has shed light on a concerning issue: India's burgeoning solar waste problem.

Indian farmers get new weapon against termites, Insecticides Ltd launches 'Turner'

Insecticides (India) LLtd continues to make strides in the agricultural sector, with Managing Director Mr. Rajesh Aggarwal expressing the company's determination to sustain its impressive 15% revenue growth witnessed in the first nine months of the fiscal year (9MFY24) for the remainder of the year.

NHAI completes largest monetisation of over Rs16,000 cr through InvIT

National Highways Infra Trust (NHIT) has successfully concluded fundraising for national highway stretches of aggregate length of 889 kilometers.

Kiren Rijiju assumes supplementary responsibilities in the Ministry of Food Processing Industries

Kiren Rijiju, the Minister of Earth Sciences, has assumed additional responsibilities as the Union Minister of Food Processing Industries following the acceptance of the resignation of Union Food Processing Industries Minister Pashupati Kumar Paras by President Droupadi Murmu on Wednesday.

Gross direct tax collections for FY 2023-24 grows 18.74 %

The provisional figures of direct tax collections for the financial year 2023-24 (as on 17 March 2024 show that net collections are at Rs18,90,259 crore, compared to Rs 15,76,776 crore in the corresponding period of the preceding financial year FY 2022-23), representing an increase of 19.88 per cent.

India's direct sales market tops rs 21,000 crore after 12% growth

The Indian Direct Selling Association (IDSA) released its annual survey report on Wednesday, revealing a notable growth of over 12% in the direct selling industry in India for the fiscal year 2022-23. The gross industry turnover reached Rs 21,282 crore, showcasing a positive trend compared to the previous year.

UPI RECORDS RS 18.2 LAKH CRORE TRANSACTIONS IN INDIA IN FEBRUARY

NPCI data shows daily UPI transactions average between Rs 40,000 to Rs 80,000 crore. NEFT and RTGS transactions average Rs 33.85 lakh crore and Rs 146 lakh crore, respectively

Ex-Police officer Pradeep Sharma sentenced to life imprisonment in fake encounter case

In a significant verdict, the Bombay High Court on Tuesday sentenced former policeman Pradeep Sharma to life imprisonment for his involvement in the fake encounter of Ramnarayan Gupta, an alleged close associate of gangster Chhota Rajan in 2006, in Mumbai.

Kannadiga Kalavidara Parishat Maharashtra hosts Kalamahotsava

The Kannadiga Kalavidara Parishat organized its vibrant cultural arts festival at the Bantara Bhavan auditorium in Kurla East on March 16.

EXICOM AND DELHI TOOFANS TEAM UP FOR RUPAY PRIME VOLLEY SEASON 3

Exicom, a leader in the EV charging ecosystem, today announced its partnership with the Delhi Toofans volleyball franchise for the highly anticipated Season 3 of the RuPay Prime Volleyball League 2024.

SUPREME COURT: PLEA TO STAY CITIZENSHIP AMENDMENT ACT

The Supreme Court in the case was hearing the application filed to stay the Citizenship Amendment Act 2019 and the Citizenship Amendment Rules 202

Delhi High Court: Pre-Arrest Bail Cannot Be Routinely Granted Since Accused May Use It As Shield, Custodial Interrogation To Be Avoided When Accused Joins Probe

The Delhi High Court in the case Prithvi Raj Kasana And Ors. v. State observed and has said that an order for the grant of pre-arrest bail cannot be passed in a routine manner in order to allow the accused to use it as a shield.

AAM AADMI PARTY LEADER SANJAY SINGH TAKES OATH AS THE RAJYA SABHA MEMBER

The Aam Aadmi Party leader Sanjay Singh took oath as member of the Rajya Sabha on March 19, 2024 after the Delhi Court permitted him to visit Parliament.

ISRAEL, INDIA COLLABORATE TO SHAPE FUTURE TECHNOLOGY

Israel Aerospace Industries (IAI) has embarked on a strategic partnership with the prestigious Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Delhi, marking a significant step towards fostering collaborative research initiatives, training programs, and research consultancy endeavors.

GAZA FACES IMMINENT FAMINE AS OVER 10 LAKH GRAPPLE WITH STARVATION: UN REPORT

The Integrated Food Security Phase Classification (IPC) warns that famine could ravage the north between mid-March and May 2024, with half of Gaza’s 2.2 million inhabitants facing severe food shortages

Go First bidder raises offer after Bank encouragement

The consortium, which includes budget carrier Spice Jet's managing director Ajay Singh and Busy Bee Airways, increased the bid amount between Rs 100 crore ($12.06 million) and Rs 150 crore, one of the sources said. The original bid amount stood at Rs 1,600 crore.

We Work India to launch 2,000-seater centre in Chennai by June

Coworking major WeWork India on Tuesday said it has entered Chennai market and has taken on lease 1.3 lakh square feet of office space in Chennai to open a new centre with a capacity of 2,000 desks.

TCS SHARES DIP 3% AS TATA SONS DIVESTS STAKE

Shares of Tata Consultancy Services (TCS) plunged more than 3 per cent in the morning trade on Tuesday as its promoter Tata Sons sold around 2.3 crore shares, or 0.65 per cent of equity stake