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Scindia encourages aerospace supply chain expansion

In a significant move to boost the aerospace industry in India, the civil aviation ministry has urged aerospace manufacturing companies to develop a joint plan outlining their requirements for expanding their supply chains within the country.

FM introduces Bill to curb speculation on tax proposals

Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman on Tuesday said that the Provisional Collection of Taxes Bill, 2023, introduced in Parliament, are curbing speculative activities following changes in customs and excise duties in the Budget.

Global framework needed for ethical AI, misuse could be devastating

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi highlighted the potential global security threat posed by terrorists gaining access to artificial intelligence (AI) during the Global Partnership on Artificial Intelligence Summit.

INDIAN AMERICAN VC CALLS FOR STREAMLINING INDIA'S STARTUP ECOSYSTEM

Shukla, former TiE Silicon Valley president and seed-stage investor, emphasizes startup importance, leveraging vast experience, advising governments on fostering innovation and economic growth.

Raigad Police recovers drugs worth Rs 325 crore, 3 held

TDG NETWORK RAIGAD Raigad Police have seized MD drugs worth Rs 325 crores in two proceedings.

FADNAVIS RAISES CONCERN OVER INSTAGRAM EMERGING AS MARKETPLACE FOR DRUGS

Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis on Tuesday expressed concern over the alarming rise in drug-related activities on Instagram, saying the platform has transformed into a marketplace for the illicit substances.

AJIT PAWAR SAYS HIS EARLIER STAND AGAINST OLD PENSION SCHEME HAS CHANGED

Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar on Tuesday said his earlier stand against the old pension scheme has changed and he would reconsider it positively and added that the state government wants to strike a balance between salaries, pension amount and its burden on the state's finances.

Delhi High Court Seeking Centre's Response On Aam Aadmi Party's Plea Moved Fr Allotment Of Land For Office Space In 'Centrally Located Areas'

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DELHI HIGH COURT: TRIAL HAS TO BE BEGIN DE NOVO WHEN CASE IS COMMITTED BY MAGISTRATE TO SESSION COURT

The Delhi High Court in the case Shankar @ Gori Shankar v. State Of NCT Of Delhi And Anr observed and has ruled that when a case is committed by the Magistrate to the Court of Session, the trial would have to begin de novo.

ELECTRIC VEHICLES: FICCI SUBMITS PROPOSAL FOR FAME III

Over 30 million Electric Vehicles Adoption Can Be Supported by FAME IIT in next 5 years

A Historic Verdict: Upholding Unity and Progress for Jammu, Kashmir, and Ladakh

In a momentous stride towards progress and unity, India, that is, Bharat, has today shed the weight of deep contradictions, low self-esteem, and a sense of servility that lingered beneath regressive laws embodied in Articles 370 and 35A.

Jaishankar speaks to Israeli FM, reviews situation amid war

External Affairs Minister (EAM) S Jaishankar spoke with Israel's Foreign Minister Eli Cohen on Tuesday, in what is being viewed as India's diplomatic efforts to see that the crisis is resolved through dialogue and diplomacy. New Delhi wants the crisis to be defused peacefully without violence and killing of innocent people.

17th Dubai Int'l Food Safety Conference kicks off at DWTC

The Dubai InternaThe tional Food Safety Conference, now in its 17th edition, commenced on December 11, 2023, at the Dubai World Trade Center (DWTC) with the theme 'Impact of Climate Change on Food Safety.'

India to host Quad Summit later in 2024

The The anticipated QUAD (Quadrilateral Security Dialogue) Summit, originally scheduled for January in India, has been reportedly postponed to a later date in 2024, according to sources close to the matter. The decision stems from the logistical challenge of finding dates that align with the schedules of all QUAD partners.

TEACHERS, ADMINISTRATIVE STAFF IN POK DEMAND OVERDUE HIKE

The increase of 30 to 35 per cent is the basic right of the employees, which should be given to them. We have waited for five months on this matter,\" one of the protesting teachers said

PMJAY: 6.14 CR CARDS, 1 CR+ SENIOR ADMISSIONS AUTHORIZED

AB-PMJAY is a public health insurance scheme ensuring free access to health insurance for low-income individuals in India

EPFO invests Rs 27,105 cr in ETFs, Apr-Oct: Govt

Parliament was informed on Monday that the retirement fund Parlia organization Employees' Provident Fund Organization (EPFO) has invested Rs 27,105 crore in exchange-traded funds (ETFs) through the end of the current fiscal year in October. State Minister for Labour and Employment Rameshwar Teli informed the Lok Sabha in writing that EPFO had invested Rs 53,081 crore in ETFs during the fiscal year 2022-2023a sum that was greater than Rs 43,568 crore in the previous year.

Hyundai, M&M, Toyota steer PVs sales in Nov, auto dispatches up 3.7%

India's passenger vehicles sales Llogged a substantial increase in sales in November, with 3,34 lakh units surpassing the previous year's figures by 3.7 per cent year-on-year compared to November 2022 when sales were at 3.22 lakh units.

India's IIP growth soars to 16-mth high of 11.7%

India's industrial factory output measured Lby the Index of Industrial Production (IIP) registered a 16-month high growth of 11.7 per cent in October 2023, driven by double digit growth in manufacturing, mining and electricity sectors.

FTA boosts $3.7B Indian exports to Oman

In a promising development, India and Oman are on the cusp of finalizing a Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA), potentially eliminating or reducing customs duties on a wide array of goods.

India's bio-economy booms, 8x growth in 8 years

Union Health Minister Mansukh Mandaviya announced on Monday that India's bio-economy has experienced an impressive eightfold growth over the last eight years, soaring from USD 10 billion to USD 80 billion.

Indian economy to grow 7.5-8% in FY24

Anish Shah, the President of the Federation of Indian A Chambers of Commerce and Industry (FICCI), projects a strong growth trajectory for the Indian economy, anticipating a growth rate of 7.5 to 8 percent in the current fiscal year.

India and China outpace rich nations in climate finance for developing countries

A recent analysis by a UKand policy reporting website reveals that several developing countries, including India, China, and Brazil, are contributing more to climaterelated finance through multilateral development banks than many countries in the Global North.

HIGH FOOD PRICES DRIVE UP RETAIL INFLATION TO 5.55% IN NOV' 23, EXPERTS SEE FURTHER RISE

The price data are collected from selected 1114 urban markets and 1181 villages covering all states/UTs

MUMBAI AIRPORT SHATTERS RECORDS WITH 109% PASSENGER RECOVERY IN NOVEMBER

Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport (CSMIA) in Mumbai achieved an extraordinary feat in November 2023, surpassing all expectations with a remarkable 109% recovery in passenger traffic compared to the pre-pandemic levels of November 2018.

ALLAHABAD HIGH COURT RESERVED VERDICT ON PLEA MOVED CHALLENGING HINDU WORSHIPPERS' 1991 SUITI GYANVAPI-KASHI TITLE DISPUTE

The AIlahabad High Court in the case observed and has reserved its judgment on a batch of pleas moved which includes a petition challenging the civil suit of 2019 filed by Hindu worshippers seeking the right to worship in the Gyanvapi mosque.

A journey of self-discovery, within and beyond

On International Volunteer Day, tales of hope & optimism.

WHO, UN, MEMBER STATES URGE ACCELERATION FOR UNIVERSAL HEALTH COVERAGE

Universal Health Coverage provides a key platform for all technical departments to integrate our support into countries

US Prez invites Ukrainian counterpart Zelenskyy to White House

U.S. President Joe Biden has extended an invitation to Ukrainian Ud President Volodymyr Zelenskyy for a crucial meeting at the White House on Tuesday.

GQG'S $10 BN INDIA BET: RAJIV JAIN'S WINNING PICKS BEYOND ADANI

Under the leadership of renowned investor Rajiv Jain, GQG Partners LLC saw the value of its India portfolio more than quadruple in just over a year thanks to stock selections that have produced impressive returns in addition to its widely reported investments in the Adani Group