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Court sentences man to life term for murdering wife

A Gurugram court has sentenced a man from Bihar to life imprisonment for the murder of his wife in 2020.

Liking obscene social media posts not an offence, but sharing is: Allahabad HC

The Allahabad High Court recently held that liking an \"obscene\" post on social media does not constitute an offence. However, sharing or reposting such content will lead to penal consequences.

NGT SEEKS NEW REPORT ON LEGACY WASTE REMEDIATION IN HARYANA

The National Green Tribunal has sought a fresh report within eight weeks from the Municipal Commissioner of Panchkula, with approval from the Chief Secretary of Haryana, in the case concerning the remediation of legacy waste at two dumping sites within the district.

Auto majors on network expansion drive, eye premium dealership facilities

India has Volkswagen strengthened its network presence across south India with the inauguration of six new touchpoints in Karnataka and Tamil Nadu.

Omega Seiki Mobility, Honda Power Pack Energy tie up for battery swapping tech

Omega Seiki Mobility has entered into a partnership with Honda Power Pack to usher in a swappable battery technology designed to reshape the electric vehicle (EV) market in India.

Tata Motors launches new Safari, Harrier SUVs, new cars to carry Alexa 'built-in'

Tata Motors has launched new avatars of the SUV Safari and its premium SUV Harrier with significant design changes and addition of several futuristic technologies.

PMI Electro Mobility gets Rs 250 cr funding from Piramal Alternatives

A manufacturer of electric buses, PMI Electro Mobility Solutions has received strategic investment of Rs 250 crore from Piramal Alternatives to bolster its green mobility initiatives.

SONA BLW PRECISION FORGINGS' REVENUE UP 20%, PAT UP 34% YOY

The company has revamped the product and technology roadmap to reflect its plans to develop products for a mobility future, namely EPIC: electric, personalised, intelligent and connected.

RENAULT, NISSAN GET CCI NOD FOR RE-BALANCING OF EXISTING CROSS-SHAREHOLDINGS

The Competition Commission of India (CCI) has approved a proposed combination involving re-balancing of the existing cross-shareholdings between Renault and Nissan.

OM INFRA EMERGES AS A KEY PLAYER IN INDIA'S EVOLVING RENEWABLE ENERGY LANDSCAPE

During the past decade, the Indian energy sector has seen a substantial shift from fossil fuel backed source to renewable energy.

EDTECH FIRM TECHMAGHI SECURES RS 20 LAKH STARTUP SEED FUND

Education technology firm Techmaghi has received funding of Rs 20 lakh startup-supporting from LJ Knowledge Foundation.

Global trade fairs giant Messe Stuttgart enters Indian market

Messe Stuttgart, a name synonymous with excellence in the international trade fair and exhibition industry, is poised to leave an indelible mark on the Indian business landscape with its formal entry into the Indian market.

India Inc revenues estimated to have risen by 8-10% in Q2 of FY24

Revenue of Indian corporates is estimated to have grown 8-10 per cent in the September quarter (Q2FY24), as revenue growth picked up after four-quarter moderation, marking the first such improvement in the pace of growth after four quarters.

7.41 CRORE ITRS FILED FOR AY 2023-24, INCLUDING 53 LAKH FIRST-TIME FILERS

The Income Tax Department's focus on various measures to ensure ease in compliance of taxpayers and transparent tax administration is reaping a rich dividend for the Government in terms of showcasing India's robust and efficient tax administration amidst increasing global interest in India's institutional transparency.

INDIA, G7 WILL DISCUSS SUPPLY CHAIN RESILIENCE AT OSAKA TRADE MINISTERS' MEET

Against the backdrop of a successful G20 summit under its presidency, which has put India's role as a trusted partner in building an efficient and trusted global supply chain in the spotlight, the G7 Trade Ministers' Meeting in Osaka, Japan from 28-29 October will see Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal articulating New Delhi's views and position on 'enhancing supply chain resilience' and \"promoting trade and sustainability environment, development and digital, including prospects for WTO MC13\" themes for the G7 meet.

Raj CM announces 7 guarantees ahead of assembly polls

Rajasthan CM Ashok Gehlot, during a press conference in Rajasthan's Jaipur, announced seven guarantees for the people of Rajasthan ahead of the upcoming assembly elections on 25 November.

Punjab, T'gana, Maha top states for abroad studies

Punjab, Telangana and Maharashtra are the top states from where students go overseas for higher education while Germany, Kyrgyzstan, Ireland, Singapore, Russia and France are among the new preferred destinations for Indian students, according to a report.

BJP STRUGGLES FOR VICTORY IN NINE C'GARH ASSEMBLY SEATS

Of these 9 seats, Sitapur, Pali-Tanakhar, Marwahi, Mohla-Manpur and Konta are reserved for the ST category, while the remaining four Kharsia, Korba, Kota and Jaijaipur - are general constituencies.

Madras High Court Acquitted Army Jawan: Allegations Not Supported By Medical Evidence Presumption Against Accused Not Mechanical S. 29 POSCO Act

The Madras High Court in the case P Prathap Kumar Nayak v State observed and has set aside the conviction of an Army Jawan who was sentenced to ten years imprisonment and the fine for an amount of Rs.10,000 by a POCSO Court.

DELHI HIGH COURT DISCHARGED 11 MEN IN DILBAR NEGI MURDER CASE, FRAMED CHARGES AGAINST ONE; DELHI RIOTS

The Delhi High Court in the case observed and has discharged 11 men in the Delhi riots case wherein it alleged that a mob caused vandalism, put on fire a sweet shop as a consequence of which a 22-yearold boy namely Dilbar Negi died after sustaining burn injuries.

MUMBAI COURT REFUSED TO DISCHARGE UDDHAV THACKERAY, MP SANJAY RAUT IN DEFAMATION CASE BY SHINDE FACTION MP RAHUL SHEWALE

The Metropolitan Magistrates Court in Mumbai observed and has rejected the discharge applications of Shiv Sena, UBT leaders Uddhav Thackeray and MP Sanjay Raut in the defamation complaint filed by MP Rahul Shewale, their former ally.

US announces $150M military aid for Ukraine

The United States has declared its commitment to aiding Ukraine's defense efforts with a new allocation of $150 million in military assistance. This financial package, as outlined by the US Department of State, includes provisions for air defense, artillery, anti-tank equipment, and other capabilities. The support aims to bolster Ukraine's capacity to resist Russian offensives, enabling it to both defend its territory and launch counter-offensives.

PIA on verge of shutdown as 537 flights cancelled in 11 days

In a dire turn of events, Pakistan International Airlines (PIA) is teetering on the brink of a shutdown, having canceled more than 500 flights over the past 11 days due to the unavailability of fuel. This unprecedented crisis has been spurred by Pakistan State Oil (PSO) cutting its fuel supply to the airline over unpaid dues. As of October 13, PIA had been forced to cancel 537 flights, marking the airline’s most challenging period in its history.

INDIA EXPORTS $47.98 MN OF MANGOES, LOGS 19% GROWTH IN EXPORT TO US

India’s export of its mangoes to the USA has especially seen a significant growth of 19 per cent in comparison to the previous fiscal year with shipments of 2043.60MT of Indian mangoes in the first frve months of the current fiscal.

Twitter's challenges: misinformation, Ads, declining usage, 1 year post-takeover

One year ago, Twitter's CEO and other top executives were sacked after billionaire and new owner Elon Musk entered the company's San Francisco offices with a smile and a white bathroom sink. Elon Musk then started converting the social media network into what is now known as X.

Air India appoints as chief operations Klaus Goersch officer

Klaus Goersch was appointed as the Executive Vice President and Chief Operations Officer by Air India on Friday.

RELIANCE JIO LAUNCHES INDIA'S FIRST SATELLITE GIGABIT BROADBAND

The launch of Jio SpaceFiber, high-speed internet service will now be available in parts of India that were previously unreachable

White House recommends EADs for Green Card

A White House Commission has proposed issuing employment authorization cards and travel documents early in the Green Card application process, providing relief to thousands of foreign professionals, predominantly Indians, who face lengthy waiting periods. The proposal aims to grant these documents to individuals who have approved employment-based visa petitions in specific categories and have been waiting in the visa backlog for five or more years. This move is expected to address issues related to the Green Card backlog, improve job portability, and have significant economic benefits.

Indian experts named to new UN AI advisory body

A new global advisory body was announced by UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres to support the international community's efforts to govern artificial intelligence. The High-Level Multistakeholder Advisory Body on Artificial Intelligence aims to build a global scientific consensus on risks and challenges, harness AI for the Sustainable Development Goals, and strengthen international cooperation on Al governance.

Onion prices rise; government sells more buffer stock

As the average retail price of onions across India witnesses a steep 57 percent increase, rising to Rs 47 per kg, the central government has taken steps to alleviate the burden on consumers by enhancing the sale of buffer onions at a subsidized rate of Rs 25 per kg in retail markets.