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SUPREME COURT ISSUED NOTICE ON PLEA TO TRANSFER TRIAL AGAINST TELANGANA CM IN 2015 CASH-FOR-VOTERS CASE TO MADHYA PRADESH

The Supreme Court in the case Guntakandla Jagadish Reddy and ors v. State of Telangana and ors observed and has issued the notice, which is returnable after four weeks in the plea moved seeking transfer of the impending trial in the 2015 cash-for-votes against the present Chief Minister of Telangana, A Revanth Reddy.

HISTORY OF INDIAN POSTAL STAMPS

Indian postal stamps offer a captivating journey through the nation's history, culture, and technological advancements.

Ganga Jan Sahyog Jan Aandolan: Uniting for the revival of mother Ganga

For many years, efforts have been made at the central and state levels to clean the Ganga. Despite numerous campaigns over decades, the complete purification of the sacred Ganga, flowing from Gangotri to Ganga Sagar, has remained elusive. It is crucial to recognize the significance of the Ganga for our country before delving into discussions about its cleanliness.

EL-ERIAN, KRUGMAN AND OTHER ECONOMISTS SPLIT ON OUTLOOK FOR CHINA'S STRUGGLING ECONOMY

Adding salt to the wound, January PMI numbers released by China's National Bureau of Statistics showed manufacturing activity contracted for the fourth month in a row, driven by slumping demand.

Red Sea tensions risk significantly higher inflation, OECD warns

Elevated shipping costs EL tensions in the Red Sea could impede the global fight against inflation, the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development said Monday.

Jyotiraditya M. Scindia unveils Airbus A220 door manufacturing for 'Make in India'

Union Minister of Civil Aviation & Steel, Shri Jyotiraditya M. Scindia unveiled Airbus's significant expansion in its \"Make-in-India\" initiative during a momentous event held today. Airbus and Dynamatic Technologies have joined hands to manufacture all doors for the single-aisle A220 family aircraft in India.

HPCL to Commission Barmer Refinery by January 2025: Executive

Hindustan Petroleum Corporation Ltd (HPCL) will commission the country's newest oil refinery at Barmer in Rajasthan by January next year that will help meet rising fuel demand in north India, a senior company executive said.

PETRONET UNVEILS RS 40,000 CR INVESTMENT STRATEGY FOR 2028 PROFIT BOOST

Petronet draws Rs 40,000 cr investment plan to increase profitby 2028.Petronet LNG Ltd, the operator of the world's largest liquefied

Parliamentary panel criticizes slow progress of tourism Ministry's PRASHAD scheme

A parliamentary panel has observed that there are a total of 45 sanctioned projects under the Ministry of Tourism's PRASHAD scheme out of which \"only 20 have been completed,\" noting that its \"progress is very slow.\"

ASSAM KAZIRANGA NATIONAL PARK SETS RECORD FOR TOURIST VISITS

In the tourist year 2021-22, 2,55,676 visitors visited the park and the estimated revenue generated was around Rs 5,49,78,055

INDIA-CANADA TRADE SURGES IN 2023

The trade in goods between India and Canada has witnessed significant growth, reaching USD 8.2 billion in the first 10 months of 2023 compared to USD 6.9 billion in 2022, representing an impressive increase of 18.84 percent. Minister of State for External Affairs, V Muraleedharan, disclosed these figures based on data provided in Lok Sabha on Friday.

Indian markets surpass Hong Kong in daily stock trading volume

The Indian stock market has witnessed a remarkable surge in trading volumes, surpassing those of the Hong Kong exchange, a development emblematic of the widespread optimism surrounding Indian equities, notwithstanding growing apprehensions regarding valuations.

'Developing nations need more carbon space for growth'

During the World Sustainable Development Summit 2024 in the national capital, Union Minister R K Singh underscored the necessity for developing countries to have more carbon space to facilitate their economic growth. He emphasized that a significant 77 percent of the legacy carbon dioxide load has been directly caused by developed countries.

INDIA INFLATION LIKELY COOLED TO 3-MTH LOW IN JANUARY, SHOWS SURVEY

Inflation will average 5.4 per cent this fiscal year and 4.7 per cent in the next

'HUL aims to double ecommerce contribution in the next 5 years'

Hindustan Unilever Limited (HUL) is setting ambitious targets to bolster its presence in the e-commerce sphere, aiming to double its contribution from online sales over the next five years.

Maldives Faces High Risk Of External And Overall Debt Distress

The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has recently sounded a warning bell, indicating that the Maldives remains at a “high risk” of external and overall debt distress, driven by escalating fiscal deficits and mounting public debt.

HC RAPS MAN FOR FALSE CLAIM THAT HE, MINOR DAUGHTER FACED RACIAL DISCRIMINATION

The Bombay High Court has deprecated a man for claiming that he illegally brought his minor daughter to India from the Netherlands last year as both of them faced racial discrimination there by the family members of his estranged wife, a Dutch national.

Accounts officer of Tulja Bhavani temple trust held for accepting Rs 6 lakh bribe

The accounts officer of the trust that manages the famous Tulja Bhavani temple in Maharashtra’s Dharashiv district has been arrested for allegedly accepting a bribe of Rs 6 lakh, a police official said on Thursday.

Supreme Court Refused To Interfere With Madras High Court Direction To Conduct Murder Trial Inside Jail, Keeps Question Of Law Open

The Supreme Court in the case Sutherson v. Deputy Superintendent of Police and Anr. observed and has declined to entertain the petition moved wherein challenging a directive issued by the Madras High Court to conduct trial proceedings within prison premises.

Building inclusive cultures: LGBTQ+ at workplaces

Necessity for LGBTQ+ inclusion is inextricably linked to human rights law

India's true mfg rival is Vietnam, not China

If India wants to build a robust computer and electronics manufacturing industry, it needs to shift focus, fast. Instead of concentrating on the domestic market, it should become regionally competitive and export-driven. That means recognising that Vietnam, not China, is its biggest rival.

Lakshadweep Islands to receive Rs 3,600 crore infra upgrades

An official from the Indian government revealed a comprehensive infrastructure upgrade plan amounting to Rs 3,600 crore for the Lakshadweep islands, aiming to elevate them into a premier tourist destination. The ambitious project includes the development of port facilities, peripheral roads, beachfront amenities, and other vital infrastructure projects.

INDIA EYES $100,000 M INVESTMENT DEAL WITH SWITZERLAND, NORWAY

The proposed investment from EFTA countries is expected to generate over 1 million jobs in India

Kinetic Green launches E-Luna, electric avatar iconic

Kinetic Green, a leading manufacturer of electric vehicles in India, proudly Introduced the highly anticipated E-Luna today, a stylish, multi-utility electric two-wheeler with advanced technology and features, at a prestigious event in New Delhi.

LG energy expands battery sales to boost electric scooter adoption in India

South Korea’s LG Energy Solution, the biggest supplier of battery cells to electric scooter makers in India, plans to grow its presence in the country’s passenger vehicle market, the company said in a statement on Thursday.

IGL sets sights on 19 compressed biogas plants

Indraprastha Gas Limited (IGL), the nation’s biggest city gas operator, is looking to set up as many as 19 compressed biogas plants in four states as part of its efforts to expand business beyond natural gas and embrace cleaner forms of energy.

INOX wind secures 1,500 MW wind energy order from CESC

Wind energy solution provider Inox Wind has bagged an order for the supply of 1,500 MW wind energy from CESC Ltd. The deal is for Inox Wind’s latest DF/3000/145 Wind Turbine Generators (WTGs), each having a minimum capacity of 3.3 MW, as per a statement on Thursday.

ADANI'S FORTUNE REBOUNDS TO $100BN JUST 1 YEAR AFTER HINDENBURG REPORT

It took Gautam Adani a year to rejoin the exclusive club of individuals with fortunes exceeding $100 billion

UP to become first state with 21 airports: CM Yogi

Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath announced on Wednesday that UP will soon become the first state to have 21 airports, emphasizing the rapid pace of infrastructure development in the state.

11 Fair Price Shops of Himachal debut on ONDC in pilot project

In a significant step towards strengthening the ‘Digital India’, mission, the Government has onboarded, for the first time, Fair Price Shops (FPSs) to the Open Network Digital Commerce (ONDC) platform as a pilot project. The project to onboard the FPSs in Una and Hamirpur districts of Himachal Pradesh, was launched virtually in 11 FPSs, five of which are in Una and 6 in Hamirpur district.