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Delhi HC mandates video recording for SC/ST Act bail hearings

The Delhi High Court recently ruled that all proceedings, including bail hearings, under the Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes (Prevention of Atrocities) Act of 1989 (SC/ST Act) must be video recorded, even if they involve sexual crimes against women and children.

Mumbai police arrest 6 after overnight operation

“Chhatrapati Sambhaji Nagar police have arrested 6 shooters involved in the Ferozepur triple murder case during an overnight operation.

Court orders BSES to pay compensation to sub-inspector's widow

The Delhi High Court has ordered power company BSES to pay Rs. 10 lakh as ex-gratia compensation to Shagufta Ali, widow of Afzal Ali, a Sub Inspector who died from electrocution in 2017.

COURT ISSUES NOTICE TO ED ON PLEA OF ANUBRATA MONDAL SEEKING BAIL

The Rouse Avenue court has issued a notice to the Enforcement Directorate in response to the bail plea of Anubrata Mondal, an accused in the cattle smuggling case.

Delhi HC directs DU's Stephen's to grant admission to 7 students

In a significant relief for seven students, the Delhi High Court has ordered St. Stephen’s College to grant them admission based on seats allocated by Delhi University.

KARNATAKA HIGH COURT REJECTS TEACHER'S PLEA TO DISMISS POCSO CASE

The Karnataka High Court has refused to dismiss a Protection of Children from Sexual Offences case against a school teacher accused of secretly recording videos of girl students while they changed clothes.

Investment opportunities in Indian solar market

India being a large country receiving ample sunlight is a good market for investing in solar energy.

Maruti Suzuki reports 3.9 per cent decline (YoY) in car sales in August

Maruti Suzuki has reported a 3.9 per cent decline in its total vehicle sales for August 2024, as per the filing by the company with the stock exchange on Sunday.

Revenue growth of auto dealers to slow down in FY25

The revenue growth of auto dealers is expected to slow to 7-9 per cent this financial year after a healthy 14 per cent last year, due to a moderation in sales volume growth and modest price hikes by car manufacturers, asserted Crisil Ratings.

Honda Motorcycle and Scooter India sales rise 13 pc in August

Continuing the year on a high note with double-digit growth, Honda Motorcycle and Scooter India (HMSI) on Monday announced its overall sales in August 2024.

Hero MotoCorp sold 5.12 lac units of two-wheelers in Aug

Hero MotoCorp, a manufacturer of motorcycles and scooters, sold 512,360 units of motorcycles and scooters in August 2024, the company informed the exchange in a filing.

AUTO I CARE BOOSTS EV ECOSYSTEM WITH NEW AFTER-SALES

AUTO i CARE, a leading player in the Indian roadside assistance industry, is proud to announce the expansion of its after-sales and roadside assistance services to include electric vehicle (EV) two-wheelers from all brands and manufacturers across India.

August auto sales dip due to excess rainfall, FADA urges banks to tighten funding

Auto retail sales in India experienced a significant decline in August 2024, primarily due to excessive rainfall during this monsoon season, according to a report by the Federation of Automobile Dealers Associations (FADA).

TRUCK RENTALS UP FOR 2ND MONTH IN A ROW IN AUGUST

Truck rentals continued their upward trend in August 2024, marking the second consecutive month of growth, as per the latest Shriram Mobility Bulletin.

S&P TO ADJUST BIG TECH WEIGHTAGE IN UNITED STATES MARKET

In the era of Big Tech, the US stock market has become extremely top heavy in proportion to its market capitalisation.

TAMIL NADU CM EXPLORES INVESTMENT OPPORTUNITIES IN AI WITH BNY MELLON

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin on Saturday stated that he held a fruitful discussion with the officials of ‘BNY Mellon’ regarding the potential investment opportunities in AI (Artificial Intelligence).

Gen AI to unlock a ‘mammoth incremental opportunity' for IT sector

The generative AI provides more opportunity to the Indian IT sector contrary to the believe of being a threat, highlighted a report by Nuvama Wealth Management.

India overtakes China in MSCI emerging markets IMI weightage

India has overtaken China in terms of its weightage in the MSCI Emerging Markets Investable Market Index (MSCI EM IMI) say official sources citing Morgan Stanley data for September 2024.

Companies with good fundamentals will be appreciated: SBI report

Amid the heightened volatility in the Indian stock markets, a report by SBI funds management highlighted that the focus of markets will move towards the companies with good fundamentals and strong business models.

India's exports to Kuwait surged by 34.8 per cent Y-o-Y to $2.1 bln

India’s trade with Kuwait has surged remarkably, with Indian exports to the Gulf nation reaching an impressive USDS 2.10 billion in the fiscal year 2023-24, as per the official data by Ministry of Commerce and Industry.

FPIS INJECT RS 1.3 BLN INTO INDIAN EQUITIES

Indian stock markets opened September on a strong note, supported by robust investments from foreign investors during the first week of the month.

Haryana assembly elections: Key meeting of Congress CEC underway in Delhi

A crucial meeting of the Central Election Committee (CEC) of the Congress party in the run-up to the Haryana Assembly elections commenced at AICC headquarters in Delhi on Friday.

Riots conspiracy accused, Meeran Haider withdraws bail plea from Delhi HC

Delhi riots larger conspiracy case accused under Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act, Meeran Haider on Friday withdrew his bail appeal from Delhi High Court in order to approach the trial court.

Supreme Court To Consider On October 3: Can Alimony Be Granted When Marriage Is Declared Void Under Hindu Marriage Act?

The Supreme Court in the case Sukhdev Singhv.Sukhbir Kaur observed and has posted the issue of whether alimony can be granted under the Hindu Marriage Act, 1955, HMA when a marriage has been declared void for hearing on October 3, 2024.

SUPREME COURT: PLEA MOVED TO ALLOW PUBLIC INSPECTION OF GENERAL POWER OF ATTORNEYS IN PROPERTY TRANSACTIONS

The Supreme Court in the case Abishek Nath Sarvaria vs Union Of India observed wherein the Union Government told the court that it will explore if a legislative intervention is being required to address the issues which are raised in a petition filed seeking public inspection of General Power of Attorney, GPA issued in property transactions.

Calcutta High Court For CBI's Report On Very Nasty Comments' About Victim Written On Social Media: RG Kar Rape-Murder

The Calcutta High Court in the case called the Central Bureau Investigation, CBI to submit its report with regards to certain comments which were written on social media which relates to the victim in the brutal RG Kar rape-murder case involving a trainee doctor who was raped and killed in the hospital premises.

Foreign exchange reserves continue to rise hitting fresh high of $684 bn

India's foreign exchange reserves increased by $2.299 billion, reaching a fresh record high of $683.987 billion, during the week that ended on August 30, according to data released by the Reserve Bank of India on Friday. The previous record high was $681.688 billion.

SC grants bail to Neeraj Singal in Rs 46,000 cr money laundering case

The Supreme Court on Friday granted bail to Bhushan Steel promoter Neeraj Singal in a Rs 46,000 crore money laundering case; however, it has taken a strong exception on economic offences as it noted that the economy was shaken due to the alleged offence.

VIDEOCON SCAM: SC NOTICE TO CBI ON PLEA AGAINST HC ORDER ON KOCHHARS ARREST

The Supreme Court on Friday issued notice on an appeal filed by CBI challenging a Bombay High Court order declaring the arrest of former ICICI Bank CEO-cumMD Chanda Kochhar and her husband Deepak Kochhar as \"illegal\" in the alleged Videocon loan fraud case.

Floki teams up with OG Esports for Valhalla metaverse game

In a move that promises In a move that promises esports and blockchainbased gaming, OG Esports has entered into a strategic partnership with Valhalla, a play-to-earn metaverse game that has garnered attention for its integration of blockchain technology into a rich, immersive gaming experience.