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ASADUDDIN OWAISI MOVES SC SEEKING STAY ON CAA

President of the All India Majlis-e-Ittehadul Muslimeen (AIMIM), Asaduddin Owaisi, has moved the Supreme Court seeking a stay on the enforcement of the Citizenship Amendment Rules until the apex court resolves the challenges to the constitutional validity of the Citizenship (Amendment) Act, 2019.

HOW TECHNOLOGY IS TRANSFORMING AND RESHAPING GUEST EXPERIENCES

We live in a time where technology has taken center stage in our day-to-day routine. From our handheld devices to the automated houses we call home, we lean on technology to improve and simplify numerous facets of our everyday reality.

Ultraviolette launches fast charging stations

Ultraviolette Automotive, an electric vehicle platform has rolled out its cutting-edge fast charging infrastructure - UV Supernova -- with 6 kW offering introduced as Supernova, while its 12 kW counterpart is designated Supernova plus.

Uber launches new feature to track carbon emissions

Uber has announced a whole new way for riders to track their contribution in reducing carbon emissions to the environment with the launch of 'Emission Savings'. This new feature will give Uber riders visibility on how many kilograms of CO2 emissions they saved by riding in Uber Green vehicles.

Tata Motors to set up manufacturing facility in TN

Tata Motors Group has signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with the Government of Tamil Nadu to explore the settingup of a vehicle manufacturing facility in the state.

GOVT OKAYS E-VEHICLE POLICY, PROMOTES DOMESTIC PRODUCTION

The Government's approval of an electric vehicle policy to promote India as a manufacturing destination for EVs with the latest technology marks another significant step towards accelerating the adoption of cutting-edge technology and fostering innovation in India's automotive sector by attracting investments in the e-vehicle space by reputed global EV manufacturers.

DECCAN CEMENT: GROWTH AMID INDIAN CONSOLIDATION CEMENT

There is consolidation in the Indian cement sector even after Adani Group's large acquisition of cement assets of ACC, Ambuja and Sanghi Industries.

Bhutan PM seeks better air link with India, targets 150,000 Indian tourists

Bhutan Prime Minister Dasho Tshering Tobgay has sought enhanced access by air to Bhutan and industry support going forward to strengthen the linkage as the South Asian neighbour plans to target 1,50,000 Indian tourists in the coming years.

M&A, private equity deals values decline 77% in Feb 24

Mergers and acquisitions and private equity activity in India took a backseat in February 2024 with the country witnessing 144 deals amounting to USD 1.4 billion, reflecting stable deal activity but a significant decline in values by 77 per cent and only a slight increase in volumes compared to January due to absence of major transactions and undisclosed deal values last month.

AS SHIPPING DISRUPTIONS HIT 5-MONTH MARK, BUSINESSES GEAR UP FOR ADVERSE IMPACT IN FY25

Amidst Red Sea shipping disruptions hitting the five month mark, India may well have countered the formidable tide with the highest monthly merchandise exports of USD 41.40 billion-an increase of about 12 per cent year-on-year -- but the crisis is still brewing and the likely visibility of the adverse impact on trade data in the new fiscal - remains a key challenge for Indian exporters.

INDIA LOGS HIGHEST MONTHLY EXPORT GROWTH OF 11.86% IN FEB

\"India continued to defy a daunting and persisting set of global challenges to world trade well into 2024, to post a robust export performance with its merchandise trade logging the highest monthly dispatches in the current financial year so far at USD 41.40 billion in February 2024, an increase of 11.86 per cent year-on-year growth over USD 37.01 billion in February 2023.

IMF criticises Pak finance ministry declaration that all targets have been achieved

The IMF has expressed its displeasure to cash-strapped Pakistan's claim that it had achieved all structural benchmarks, and quantitative and indicative targets even before scrutinising and completing the review by the global lender.

Qwik supply 3rd largest electoral bond buyer; Reliance says co not its subsidiary

Qwik Supply Chain Priknown company with registered address at Navi Mumbai's Dhirubhai Ambani Knowledge City (DAKC) and having links to Reliance Industries, was the third largest donor to political parties using electoral bonds. It bought Rs 410 crore of electoral bonds between financial years 2021-22 and 202324 but Reliance said the company is not a subsidiary of any Reliance entity.

Paytm secures 5 handles for UPI transactions, existing one to continue

Fintech firm One97 Communications, owner of the Paytm brand, has got five handles in partnership with four banks to continue UPI transactions, as per an update on the NPCI website.

Building Communities, Building Brands: The Power of Salesforce

With businesses striving to establish stronger connections with their customers, the world of customer relationship management (CRM) is constantly evolving. Companies across various industries, from startups to enterprises, are now adopting community-driven strategies to improve customer experiences and drive growth.

Rlys poised for performance in freight biz, revenue, track laying in FY 2023-24

Indian Railways is set to achieve unprecedented milestones in its operational performance, marking a historic year for the nation's lifeline in terms of freight loading, total revenue, and track laying during the financial year 2023-24.

Former BMC corporator accused of fabricating documents to obtain OBC certificate

Murji Patel, a former Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) corporator representing Andheri (East), finds himself embroiled in legal trouble as the Shahu Nagar police in Mumbai have booked him for allegedly submitting counterfeit documents to acquire an Other Backward Caste (OBC) certificate.

HC declines to halt ban on pan masala in Maharashtra

The Bombay High Court has refused to grant a stay on the order issued by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) imposing a ban on the manufacture, storage, distribution, transport, and sale of pan masala, comprising tobacco and areca nuts, across Maharashtra.

Grand Finale of Vimarsh 2023: 5G Hackathon Triumphs at MHA, North Block

The Grand Finale of the highly anticipated Vimarsh 2023, a national hackathon focusing on 5G technology, culminated with resounding success at the Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA), North Block, New Delhi.

KERALA HIGH COURT ACQUITTED ACCUSED: COMPLAINANT FAILED TO PROVE CHEQUE WAS ISSUED AGAINST LEGALLY ENFORCEABLE DEBT [CHEQUE DISHONOUR]

The Kerala High Court in the case Rahiya v. Jasna and ors. observed and has held that the complainant under the Negotiable Instruments Act cannot rely on the presumption that the holder of a negotiable instrument has paid consideration for it when the claim of him is inconsistent.

TELANGANA HIGH COURT CALLS FOR PROPER IMPLEMENTATION OF NOISE POLLUTION RULES BY FUNCTION HALLS IN HYDERABAD, SEEKS ACTION TAKEN REPORT

The Division bench comprising of Chief Justice Alok Aradhe and Justice Anil Kumar Jukanti in the case was hearing the Public Interest Litigation, PIL that was moved taken up based on letter addressed to the Court by a Colonel in the military.

DELHI HIGH COURT: ED SUMMONS CANNOT BE QUASHED MERELY BECAUSE DOCUMENTS REQUIRED FOR CONFRONTATION OR PROBE NOT SPECIFIED IN IT

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Pakistan PM proposes 5-year plan for country's economic revival

The newly-elected - government of Pakistan Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has decided to work on a comprehensive five-year roadmap for the cash-strapped country's economic resurgence, according to a media report on Friday.

US-INDIA COOPERATION TO FOCUS ON DEFENCE, DEMOCRACY AND TECHNOLOGY: RICHARD VERMA

Deputy Secretary of State Richard Verma stressed the importance of India-US security cooperation, maritime awareness, democracy

L&T Technology Services bags $100 mn deal for Maha cybersecurity

L&T Technology Services (LTTS), the engineering and technology services arm of Larsen & Toubro (L&T), has won a \"first-ofits-kind\" programme in India worth around $100 million (Rs 800 crore) from the Maharashtra State Cyber Department.

ADANI LEADS $2.1 BILLION PROJECT FOR MUMBAI AIRPORT

That will ramp up to 90 million by 2032 if there's enough demand, according to Arun Bansal, the chief executive officer of Adani Airport

CM Yogi inaugurates projects worth Rs 1,885 crore in Uttar Pradesh

Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath unveiled 551 development projects worth Rs 1,885 crore in Siddharthnagar on Friday and said, \"With the efforts of the double-engine government, the district has effectively been lifted from underdevelopment.\"

GOVERNMENT OKS E-VEHICLE POLICY; MIN INVEST FIXED AT $500M

The EV policy norms imply firms will have to set up manufacturing and start production in India within 3 years with at least 25 per cent of the components sourced locally

Nifty can touch 25,320 by Dec, pvt banks & healthcare to lead

Gandharv Anand of CapitNbulls, a franchise under Motilal Oswal Financial Services Ltd., sees an upside target of Nifty in the range of 24,550 to 25,350 by the end of December 2023 (base case scenario).

Passenger numbers rise nearly 5% in domestic flights for February

In February, domestic air traffic in India experienced a modest yet noticeable uptick, with a 4.8 percent increase compared to the same period last year, reaching 126.48 lakh passengers.