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SUPREME COURT SEEKS UNION'S RESPONSE ON PLEA SEEKING FREE SUPPLY OF CHARGESHEET TO COMPLAINANTS OR VICTIMS

The Supreme Court in the case Vivek Kumar Gaurav v. Union of India observed and has issued notice on a petition filed seeking directions to authorities for free-of-cost supply of chargesheets or final reports to complainants/ victims and issuance of notice at pre-trial stage.

Delhi High Court Seeks Centre's Response On Plea Challenging Suspension Of Wrestling Federation Of India

The Delhi High Court in the case Wrestling Federation of India v. Union of India observed wherein the court sought response of the Union Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports on a plea challenging the suspension of the Wrestling Federation of India, WFI.

Godrej locks aims for 50% market share, focuses on affordable new products

Lock and security solutions company Godrej Locks has said it aims to increase market share from 30 per cent to 50 per cent in three years, riding on a new range of affordable products and reduced prices of existing ones.

FinMin urges tighter KYC amid BoB World app scam cases

As part of a concerted effort to stem the tide of financial frauds like the BoB World app scam, the finance ministry is advocating for a more rigorous Know Your Customer (KYC) process and thorough due diligence by banks and financial institutions when onboarding merchants.

INDIA'S AUTO EXPORTS FALL 5.5% IN FY24 AMID MONETARY CRISIS

Automobile exports from India declined 5.5 per cent in FY24 due to the monetary crisis in various overseas markets

BJP's 'Modi's Guarantee 2024' Vows Jobs, Free Health for all above 70, Piped Gas to All homes

On Sunday, Prime Minister Narendra Modi released the BJP's manifesto for the upcoming Lok Sabha elections.

CITI PREDICTS STATE FISCAL DEFICITS NEAR 3.1 PER CENT OF GDP FOR FY24

According to the report, grants from the Central government to states have declined due to the absence of GST compensation funds and reduced grants Film producers and streaming platforms are adopting a new strategy to lure viewers to watch their titles at a time attention span has shrunk amid a surfeit of entertainment options.

FPIs purchase Indian stocks worth Rs 13,347 crore in April so far

Foreign portfolio invesremain net buyers for the third month in April in Indian stock markets. So far in the month, they bought stocks worth Rs 13,347 crore in India, National Securities Depository Limited (NSDL) data showed.

Markets to track geopolitical events in holiday-shortened week: Analysts

Geopolitical events, macroeconomic data, and quarterly earnings of corporates would guide the stock market in a holiday-shortened week ahead, analysts said.

BJP vows to double loan amount under MUDRA scheme

The BJP aims to double the maximum loan amount under its flagship MUDRA scheme once the party returns to power after the Lok Sabha elections.

INDIA'S FOREX RESERVES SURGE FOR SEVENTH CONSECUTIVE WEEK, ATTAIN NEW HIGH

India’s foreign currency assets FCA), the biggest component of the forex reserves, rose by USD 549 million to USD 571.166 billion, the central bank’s weekly statistical data showed.

Hyundai rides high with over 1 lakh booking

Hyundai Motor India’s best-selling SUV CRETA has garnered over 1 lakh bookings in just 3 months of its launch.

JEEP LAUNCHES NIGHT EAGLE VARIANT

Jeep India continues to excite enthusiasts with the launch of the limited-edition Jeep Compass Night Eagle.

India's retail inflation dips to 4.85% in March

India’s retail inflation declined to 4.85 per cent in March compared to 5.09 per cent in February this year, according to government data released on Friday.

BMW Joytown strikes a perfect chord

Soaring melodies and thrilling high notes echoed through the heart of Mumbai as thousands gathered to celebrate the highly anticipated, second edition of BMW JOYTOWN.

VERY PLEASED TO CLOSE Q4, FY24 ON STRONG NOTE, SAYS TCS CEO

Tata Consultancy Services (TCS) has announced rise in its net profit for the fourth quarter of the fiscal year 2023-24 which is 9 per cent increase in net profit, reaching Rs 12,434 crore compared to Rs 11,392 crore in the same quarter of the previous fiscal year.

FOCUSED ON SCALING INDIA PRESENCE PLAN: ANKUR EDKIE

AI voice generation platform Murf plans to introduce more Indian English voices and other region-specific options in an effort to meet the diverse needs and preferences of users in the growing Indian market, says CEO Ankur Edkie.

NGT IMPOSES FINE ON UP CHIEF ENVIRONMENT OFFICER

The National Green Tribunal (NGT) has imposed a fine of Rs 10,000 on Chief Environment Officer of Uttar Pradesh for failing to adhere to the tribunal's directive to levy environmental compensation on individuals and entities polluting the Ganga River in Varanasi.

COURT ORDERS ED TO CONCLUDE INVESTIGATION INTO LAND-FOR-JOB CASE

Delhi's Rouse Avenue Court has directed the Enforcement Directorate (ED) to conclude a pending investigation within two weeks in the land-for-job case associated with money laundering, involving Bihar's former Chief Minister Rabri Devi and her two daughters.

CJI DY CHANDRACHUD EMPHASISES AI'S ROLE IN LEGAL TRANSFORMATION

In his keynote speech at the Indo-Singapore Ju.dicial Conference, Chief Justice of India Dhananjaya Yeshwant Chandrachud underscored the pivotal role of technology, especially Artificial Intelligence (AI), in transforming legal research and the judiciary, while highlighting the necessity of ethical considerations in its incorporation.

China claims Tesla's India biz will be doomed

China has expressed displeasure with Tesla CEO Elon Musk's intention to establish an electric car factory in India. Musk is scheduled to visit India later this month to meet with Prime Minister Narendra Modi, and there are expectations of an announcement regarding the establishment of a Tesla factory.

Tata Motors group wholesales at 3,77,432 in Q4 FY24

The Tata Motors Group global wholesales in Q4 FY24, including Jaguar Land Rover were at 3,77,432 units, higher by 8 per cent, as compared to Q4 FY23.

ADANI, MG MOTOR INDIA SIGN MOU TO BOOST EV ECOSYSTEM

Adani Total Energies E-Mobility, a wholly Lowned subsidiary of Adani Total Gas (ATGL), and MG Motor India signed a MoU to strengthen the EV charging infrastructure in India.

VARUN BEVERAGES STARTS COMMERCIAL PRODUCTION OF CARBONATED DRINKS

Varun Beverages, leading bottler of beverage major PepsiCo, on Saturday said it has started commercial production of soft drinks and energy drinks from its production facility at Gorakhpur, Uttar Pradesh.

GLOBAL MERCHANDISE TRADE VOLUME TO GROW BY 2.6% IN 2024

In merchandise trade, where exports are concerned, India ranked 17th globally, with a 1.8 per cent share in world trade, amounting to USD 432 billion, a 5 per cent decrease from 2022.

Govt eases payment mechanism for traders to buy pulses from Myanmar

The government on Saturday said the payment mechanism for traders importing pulses from Myanmar has been eased and simplified.

Govt takes measures to meet summer electricity demand

In a bid to tackle the high demand for electricity during the summer months, the government has taken proactive measures to operationalize gas-based power plants across the country.

Foreign funds shy away from real estate: Vestian

Institutional investments in real estate declined 55 per cent annually in January-March this year to USD 552 million as cautious foreign investors stayed away, pumping in only USD 11 mn, according to Vestian.

SNAKE VENOM AS A PSYCHOACTIVE SUBSTANCE IS DANGEROUS

Picture a secretive gathering where whispers fill the air and anticipation hangs palpably. In this dimly lit room, a small vial containing a mysterious substance is passed discreetly between eager participants. But this isn't your typical scene of recreational indulgence.

Yezdi launches new stealth dual-tone Perak

In a significant announcement for the year 2024, Jawa Yezdi Motorcycles introduced the flagship Jawa Perak in an all-new stealth dual-tone paint scheme, meticulous brass work, along with forward-set foot pegs and enhanced rear mono-shock.