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Small savings interest rates unchanged for Q3: Statement

The central government has kept the interest rates unchanged on various small savings schemes for the October-December quarter, according to an official notification from the Ministry of Finance.

Sold his dream for billions-and regretted it

In 2017, Jyoti Bansal sold his software startup AppDynamics to Cisco for a whopping $3.7 billion, a dream deal for most.

Rajasthan secures Rs 8L cr in MoUs

The investor meet of the upcoming 'Rising Rajasthan' Global Investment Summit 2024 was successfully held here in the national capital, under the leadership of Chief Minister Bhajan Lal Sharma.

Ahmedabad airport wins platinum award for sustainable energy initiatives

Over 50 presence sensors were installed in offices to control lighting and lower power consumption. Energy efficient plug fans replaced belt-driven fans, reducing energy consumption by 25%.

Adani Mundra cluster joins global push for green Hydrogen, decarbonisation

Three Adani portfolio companies Adani Enterprises Ltd (AEL) (through its subsidiary Adani New Industries Ltd), Adani Ports and Special Economic Zone Ltd (APSEZ), and Ambuja Cements Ltd.-- have joined the World Economic Forum's 'Transitioning Industrial Clusters' initiative, forming the Adani Mundra Cluster.

Stalwarts to deliberate on making India Next Gaming Superpower

The Internet and Mobile Association of India (IAMAI) is all set to host the second edition of India's premier annual gaming conference, the Indian Gaming Convention (IGC).

TRAI RELEASES CONSULTATION PAPER ON DIGITAL RADIO BROADCAST POLICY

TRAI recognised the need for a coordinated effort to build a comprehensive ecosystem for digital radio broadcasting. It recommended bringing together key stakeholders--radio broadcasters, transmission equipment manufacturers, and digital radio receiver manufacturers--to drive the development of digital radio in India.

Mankind Pharma to raise Rs 5,000 crore through private placements

Mankind Pharma Limited's Fund Raising Committee has finalised a comprehensive plan to issue nonconvertible debentures (NCDs) and commercial papers (CP) to raise a total of Rs 5,000 crore on Monday.

Turtlemint Reveals Partner Demographics: Gen Z and Millennials Drive 85 per cent of Insurance Sales

Turtlemint, a leading insurtech company, revealed insights into the demographics of its expansive network of over 3.5 lakh certified insurance advisors, highlighting the increasing influence of younger generations in the insurance advisory space.

Merck Foundation & African First Ladies mark World Heart Day

Merck Foundation, the philanthropic arm of Merck KGaA Germany marks 'World Heart Day 2024' in partnership with Africa's First Ladies, Ministries of Health, Medical Societies, and Academia, through their Nationwide Diabetes & Hypertension Blue Points Program.

Petrix: Ultimate choice for nutritious and delicious dog treats

Do you have furry mates at home? Are you searching for the best treat to serve your furry companion with the highest nutritional value? If yes, we have news you will love - Petrix Pet Food, the newly launched pet food brand, offers the highest quality chewable dog food at promotional prices.

SC grants interim protection to actor Siddique in Rape case

The Supreme Court on Monday granted interim protection from arrest to Malayalam actor Siddique in connection with the ongoing investigation into a case related to the rape of a young actor.

J-K Elections: Kathuas up 704 polling stations for 5 Lakh voters

The Kathua district of Jammu and Kashmir is all geared up for polls during the third and final phase of Assembly Elections on October 01.

EAM JAISHANKAR ENGAGES 75 FOREIGN MINISTERS AT UNGA79

EAMS. Jaishankar had a productive week at UNGAT9, engaging with 75 foreign ministers and participating in eight key meetings.

SENSEX FALLS 1,000 PTS AMID PROFIT BOOKING AND GEOPOLITICAL TENSIONS

Indian stock indices experienced a sharp decline in early Monday trading, with the Sensex plummeting by over 1,000 points, while the Nifty fell approximately 300 points.

Bengaluru: Police arrest 4 foreigners with fake passports

In a recent development, Bengaluru police detained four foreign nationals who had been residing illegally in India for the past decade.

IOC withdraws Rs 22,000 cr rights issue due to lack of government participation

Indian Oil Corporation Limited (IOCL), has decided to withdraw its previously proposed rights issue of equity shares amounting to Rs 22,000 crore.

Madhya Pradesh CM visits Baba Baidyanath Dham in Jharkhand

Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Mohan Yadav visited the sacred Baba Baidyanath Dham in Jharkhand's Deoghar district on Monday to offer prayers.

FPI Investment In Indian Stocks Remains Positive For Fourth Straight Month

Foreign portfolio investments in the Indian stock market remained positive for the fourth consecutive month.

EVs Becoming Affordable With Subsidies, Battery Cost Drop: Report

Government subsidies and declining battery prices are making electric vehicles (EVs) more accessible even though they still have higher upfront costs than conventional internal combustion engine (ICE) vehicles, Axis Securities said in an analysis.

PM Modi dedicates Rs 11,200 cr in projects for poll-bound Maharashtra

Of those projects, the Prime Minister inaugurated the Pune Metro section of District Court to Swargate which will also marked the completion of Pune Metro Rail Project (Phase-1).

Rubber prices up 33%; tyre makers under pressure

Tyre manufacturers are facing significant pressure due to skyrocketing natural rubber prices, which have surged by over 33% in the last five months of fiscal 2025, according to a recent report by Crisil.

Piyush Goyal to Co-Chair India-USA CEO forum during US visit

Union Minister of Commerce and Industry Piyush Goyal will interact with leading American and Indian CEOs and discuss investment avenues during his visit to the US starting Monday, according to an official statement.

INDIA'S HANDWOVEN CARPET INDUSTRY HAS GREAT JOB AND EXPORT POTENTIAL

A study by IIM Bangalore and King's College London reveals that India's handwoven carpet industry has significant potential for economic growth and job creation, especially for women

GOVERNOR SEEKS CM'S REPORT ON PHONE-TAPPING ALLEGATIONS

Kerala Governor Arif Mohammed Khan asked Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan for a report on allegations of phone tapping involving ministers and journalists.

Jamaican PM to make first-ever India visit from Sept 30 to Oct 3

The invitation of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Prime Minister of Jamaica Andrew Holness will pay an official visit to India from September 30- October 3, a statement by the Ministry of External Affairs said.

State-owned banks on apprenticeship spree to strengthen customer services

Several public sector banks are hiring apprentices for the first time through their apprenticeship programmes to improve customer relations in semi-urban and rural areas, amid a gradual decline in the workforce over the years.

Rahul Gandhi calls for increased women's participation in politics

Congress MP and Leader of Opposition in Lok Sabha, Rahul Gandhi, recently highlighted the growing success of the 'Indira Fellowship' since its launch the previous year, while calling for increased participation of women in politics.

Nasscom Chief: India dominates global AI Landscape in talent and domain expertise

TBG NETWORK NEW DELHI India leads on world AI stage in talent and domain skills, placing it on a strong footing in transformative era of Artificial Intelligence, Nasscom's new chairperson Sindhu Gangadharan has said, asserting this is \"the best time to be in India\" particularly for those in the technology sector.

L&T Semicon plans to begin chip production in two years; unit establishment underway

Tata Electronics, Micron, CG Power and Kaynes Technologies are setting up semiconductor units in India with a cumulative investment of Rs 1.52 lakh crore