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Cong Points To Increase In Gold Loans

The Congress on Thursday claimed that there were several indicators, including a 50% increase in gold loans and a 30% rise in their turning into non-performing assets (NPAs), which indicated that the country was witnessing an \"economic turmoil\" under the present BJP-led government.

Bahraich: Clash between two groups, three injured, 2 held

A dispute at a tea shop here escalated into a clash between two groups from different communities, leaving three people injured including two women, police said on Thursday.

Mahakumbh: Major facelift for Prayagraj

The project was not without challenges. Clearing encroachments along the proposed routes posed a significant hurdle

Survey report of Sambhal's Jama Masjid submitted

A comprehensive survey report of the Shahi Jama Masjid in Sambhal was submitted in the Chandausi court on Thursday, marking a critical development in a contentious case.

Mamata blames BSF for Bangladesh infiltration

Deliberate bid to destabilise the state... a deep-rooted conspiracy involving the Centre, alleges Bengal CM

BPSC: PK's fast unto death, fresh FIR filed

Jan Suraaj Party founder Prashant Kishor along with around 150 workers on Thursday began a fast unto death to exert pressure on the state government to concede the demand for cancellation of combined competitive preliminary examination conducted by Bihar Public Service Commission (BPSC).

Centre's backdoor policy on farm laws, claims Kejriwal

Aam Aadmi Party convener Arvind Kejriwal on Thursday charged that the Centre was planning to bring back the three farm laws, which were withdrawn three years ago in the wake of protests by farmers, through the back door by calling them \"policies\".

Dallewal Hospitalisation Not To Break Fast: Supreme Court

The Supreme Court has expressed displeasure at the Punjab Government for not shifting farmers' leader Jagjit Singh Dallewal, who is on a hunger strike, to hospital.

Nitish Kumar stumbling ‘bloc’ for Lalu-Tejashwi

Dad, son ‘rift’ in the open over inviting JD (U) chief to join the alliance, who has run the govt with RJD twice, and has said he ‘will not commit mistakes again’

Karnataka': Revdis gone, payment on?

Day after the Road Transport Corporation's (RTCs) proposal to hike bus fares was recommended by a high-level panel, the Bengaluru Water Supply and Sewerage Board (BWSSB) has proposed to increase water rates by 15 per cent.

Indian Army releases special day cover on animal transport units

In a historic moment, the Indian Army released a Special Day Cover, commemorating the remarkable achievements of Animal Transport (Mountain Artillery) Units.

Nifty Forms Higher High, Higher Low Series

Nifty Has To Hold Above 24100 Zones For An Up Move Towards 24400 Then 24600 Zones While Supports Are Placed At 24100 Then 23900 Zones

Mutual Funds Simplified: SEBI's New MF Light Framework

On December 31, 2024, the Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) launched the 'Mutual Funds Light' (MF Light) framework to encourage passive mutual fund schemes.

Overall assessment of steel industry key before safeguard duty: GTRI

Economic think tank GTRI on Thursday called for a comprehensive assessment of the Indian steel industry to evaluate the impact of existing import measures before imposing the proposed safeguard duty.

Banking credit growth to remain subdued in FY2026, lowered forecast: ICRA

Credit growth may ease to 9.7-10.3 per cent in FY26, weighed down by the persisting high CD ratio and implementation of the proposed changes in the liquidity coverage ratio (LCR) framework, ICRA said in a report.

Indian economy in robust spot globally in 2025 with high frequency indicators picking up growth

As 2025 begins on a note of heightened global uncertainties ahead of the US President-elect Donald Trump's inauguration, India continues to be in a much stronger position with high-frequency indicators showing a pick-up in the pace of growth in the third quarter of current fiscal (Q3 FY25), according to a report on Thursday.

IOCL to Provide Fueling Services at Noida Intl Airport

Indian Oil Corporation (IOCL), a public sector oil marketing company, will provide fueling services at Noida International Airport (NIA) in Jewar, Gautam Buddha Nagar district, Uttar Pradesh.

Oil, gas demand to remain strong in FY26: India Ratings

India's oil and gas demand is likely to remain strong in the next financial year even as weak global demand will drive down refining margins, India Ratings and Research (Ind-Ra) said on Thursday.

India-EFTA trade pact likely to be implemented before end of 2025: Goyal

The implementation process of free trade agreement (FTA) between India and the four-nation European bloc EFTA is progressing fast and is expected to come into force before the end of this year, Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal said.

Budget Wishlist: Financial sector seeks tax sops, steps to deepen financial mkts

The financial sector, especially banks on Thursday made a case for tax sops in the upcoming Budget for fixed deposits to support savings which have seen reduction in recent past.

India's Solar Panel Exports Surge as World Looks Beyond China

In April-October FY25, India Exported $711.95 Million Worth of PV Cells

Reliance to develop AI infra in Jamnagar in record 24 months

Akash Ambani, Director Reliance Industries Limited, on Thursday committed to develop AI infrastructure in Jamnagar, a city considered a Jewel of Reliance family - in true spirit of Jamnagar in a short span of 24 months.

Ambuja Cements-Adani merger receives no objection letter from stock exchanges

Ambuja Cements Ltd has received an observation letter with 'no objection' from National Stock Exchange (NSE) and 'no adverse observations' from Bombay Stock Exchange (BSE) with regards to merger with Adani Cementation Ltd.

Textile exports grew 7% to $21.35 bn during Apr-Oct period of FY25: Govt

India's textiles and apparel exports, including handicrafts, grew 7 per cent during the April-October period to USD 21.35 billion, the government said on Thursday.

Varun Beverages to Invest ₹412 Cr in South African Subsidiary

Varun Beverages Ltd (VBL), the leading bottler of PepsiCo, on Thursday announced to invest Rs 412 crore in its South African subsidiary Beverage Company Proprietary (Bevco).

Rupee falls 11 paise to close at record low of 85.75 against US dollar

The rupee depreciated 11 paise to close at a record low of 85.75 against the US dollar on Thursday, as strong dollar demand from importers and foreign fund outflows dented investor sentiments.

Govt Clears PLI Incentive of ₹246 Cr Sought by M&M, TaMo

Ministry of Heavy Industries has approved incentive claims of Rs 246 crore submitted by Mahindra & Mahindra and Tata Motors under the Rs 25,938 crore PLI scheme for the automobile and auto components industry, officials said.

UPI Transactions Up 8% to 16.73 Billion in Dec: NPCI Data

Transactions through the popular Unified Payments Interface (UPI) touched a record 16.73 billion in December, recording a growth of 8 percent over the preceding month, according to data released by the National Payments Corporation of India (NPCI).

Coal Production From Captive, Commercial Mines Up 34% in Apr-Dec Period

Coal production from captive and commercial mines rose 34.2 per cent to 131.05 million tonnes (MT) in the April-December period of the current fiscal year.

Sebi to Continue Proceedings Against ZEEL

Issues Fresh Show Cause Notice