The Business Guardian - March 14, 2025

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March 14, 2025

ISRO undocks Spadex satellites, advancing lunar exploration

The Indian Space Research Organisation on Thursday announced the successful completion of its SpaDeX mission's space de-docking, marking a significant milestone in India's future in space exploration.

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IFCCI, Comite Colbert to Host Indo-French Luxury Symposium in Mumbai

The Indo-French Chamber of Commerce and Industry (IFCCI) in partnership with Comite Colbert is set to host the second edition of the Luxury Symposium, scheduled to take place on Friday, 21st March 2025, at the iconic Taj Mahal Palace, Mumbai.

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India Poised to Be Top Consumer Market: Morgan Stanley

India is set to become the world's most attractive consumer market while navigating a major economic and energy transition, according to Morgan Stanley.

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Greater Mumbai Housing Sales Up 11%, Transactions Rise 5% in Q3-FY25: Report

The Mumbai Metropolitan Region (MMR) residential market, including apartments, plots, and villas, recorded 68,082 registered units in the October-December quarter of 2024, marking a 5 percent increase from the previous quarter, according to an Inspector General of Registration (IGR) data review by proptech firm Square Yards.

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PM Surya Ghar Yojana Powers 10 Lakh Homes With Solar Energy

World's largest domestic rooftop solar initiative, the PM Surya Ghar: Muft Bijli Yojana (PMSGMBY), has achieved a historic milestone with 10 lakh homes now solar-powered as of March 10 this year.

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Pralhad Joshi Alleges Congress Link in Ranya Rao Gold Smuggling Case

Union Minister Pralhad Joshi on Thursday alleged that Kannada actress Ranya Rao was escorted by state police while travelling abroad, enabling her to evade Customs checks.

1 min

Next-Gen Architects Shine at AIS Design Olympiad 6.0

Asahi India Glass Ltd (AIS) proudly announces the winners of the 6th edition of the AIS Design Olympiad (ADO 6.0), a premier architectural design competition that has established itself as a benchmark for industry-academia collaboration in India.

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Manoj Tiwari Slams AAP, Assures LPG Rollout Soon

BJP MP Manoj Tiwari celebrated Holi with party workers in Delhi, extended greetings and took a dig at the Aam Aadmi party's protest over the free LPG cylinder rollout, saying that the festival should be enjoyed without creating a controversy.

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Tamil Nadu's Budget logo controversy intensifies amid a language row with the central government

Tamil Nadu's MK Stalin government has replaced the Rupee symbol '₹' for the Indian currency with the Tamil alphabet 'Ru' in state Budget logo amid the raging language row between the State and the Central government.

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Satya MicroCapital Aims to Serve 10 Million Households by 2030

SATYA MicroCapital Limited, NBFC-MFI for micro entrepreneurs, has announced its vision to serve 10 million households by 2030.

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Dun & Bradstreet Honors India's Top Women Business Leaders

Dun & Bradstreet, a leading global provider of business decisioning data and analytics, recognized the remarkable contributions of women in leadership, at the inaugural Women Leadership Summit 2025 under the theme 'EmpowHER to Dream Big'.

1 min

Andhra Pradesh Teams Up With Microsoft To Train 2 Lakh Youth In AI Skills

The Andhra Pradesh government has signed an MoU with Microsoft to enhance AI and advanced technology skills among youth.

1 min

Cargill & HarvestPlus Launch Nutri Pathshala in Maharashtra

In a recent collaboration, Cargill and HarvestPlus have joined forces on a project to address micronutrient deficiency and promote nutrition literacy across Maharashtra.

1 min

Creators Are India's Digital Ambassadors, Says Piyush Goyal

Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal on Thursday emphasized the power of India's creative ecosystem and the role of digital innovation in shaping the country's future.

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Culinary Art India 2025 concludes, celebrating India's finest culinary talent

The 17th edition of Culinary Art India 2025, hosted by the Indian Culinary Forum (ICF) in association with ITPO and Hospitality First, successfully concluded at Pragati Maidan, New Delhi.

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RBI Slaps Fines on JM Financial Products

The Reserve Bank has imposed penalties on JM Financial Products and Experian Credit Information Company of India for certain deficiencies in regulatory compliance.

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India to Deliver US Summons to Adani for Alleged Bribery

The Indian government has asked a local court to deliver a summons issued by the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission to billionaire Gautam Adani over alleged securities fraud and a $265 million bribery scheme, according to a letter seen by Reuters.

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RBI May Go For 75 Bps Rate Cut This Fiscal

SBI research ecowrap predicts 75 basis points rate cut this fiscal.

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US says India imposes 150% tariff on alcohol and 100% on farm products

White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt, while lamenting the tariffs imposed by various nations on the United States, referred to the tariffs imposed by India on American alcohol and agricultural products.

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Govt aims to procure 100% of Tur, Urad and Masur

Tur (Arhar) dal procurement picks up in major Tur producing states says a press release by the ministry of agriculture, government of India.

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$1 TRILLION LOSS: INDIAN STOCK MARKET SELLOFF ENGULFS RETAIL INVESTORS

This declining investor interest, coupled with falling trading volumes, presents significant challenges for online brokerage platforms.

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Crypto administrator accused of money laundering arrested

The United States, Germany and Finland took down the online infrastructure used by the Russian cryptocurrency exchange Garantex, the U.S. Justice Department said last week.

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Manufacturing boost with govt support led to hiked IIP growth in January

India's industrial activity witnessed a significant surge in January 2025, primarily driven by the manufacturing sector, according to ICICI Bank Global Markets report.

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India-Vietnam Ties On An Upward Swing

In a move to further strengthen India-Vietnam ties, Kirti Vardhan Singh, Minister of State for External Affairs and Environment, Forest & Climate Change, visited Vietnam from February 24-27, 2025.

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Merchants of Death Infiltrate Hospitals

Is there a collusion in the purchase of fake medicines in some government hospitals in Maharashtra?

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State Enforcement Bureau Issues WhatsApp Number for Reporting Illegal Mining

The Haryana State Enforcement Bureau is working in a planned manner to stop illegal mining in the state. As per the instructions of Haryana Chief Minister Shri Nayab Saini, strict action is being taken against people involved in illegal mining in the state.

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Civic polls defeat: Prestige of Congress stalwarts at stake

The situation is that the party had to face defeat in the civic elections even in the home turfs of all the political stalwarts of the party, due to which their prestige as well as political career is at stake.

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Senior Secondary and D.El.Ed. examination: 24 cases of cheating registered

The flying squad of Board Secretary Dr. Munish Nagpal inspected the examination centres of district Sonipat and Rohtak and registered 2 cases of cheating.

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Lady constable death: Post mortem indicates brain injury

Two days after the mysterious death of a lady constable in Mansa Devi, preliminary investigations, along with the initial post-mortem report, indicate that the slain Chandigarh Police CID lady constable suffered a brain injury, which could have been inflicted with a hard object, as the cause of death.

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If we break down the word 'Hindustan', it means 'land of Hindus': Vij

Haryana's Energy, Transport and Labour Minister, Anil Vij, commented on the government's strict measures during the Holi festival and Muslims opposing the Holi in Uttar Pradesh, said that \"If we break down the word 'Hindustan,' it means 'the land of Hindus.' Hindus will celebrate their festivals with great enthusiasm, and if any of it spills over to you (Muslim brothers), then you (Muslim brothers) should have the patience and tolerance to endure it because you are living in the land of Hindus.\"

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Haryana Assembly Budget Session: Congress Stages Walkout

Saini said that that government has not done anything, but we have given government jobs to 26 thousand youth transparently without any recommendation and corruption.

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All HKRN workers should be regularised before new appointments: Kumari Selja

The General Secretary of the All India Congress Committee, former Union Minister, and Member of Parliament from Sirsa, Kumari Selja said that the government's claims of providing jobs without recommendations and bribes have been exposed.

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Delhi High Court: Writ petition for quashing of FIR cannot serve as substitute for availing remedies under BNSS

The complainant handed over an amount of Rs. 8,000 to the Petitioner.

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Delhi HC Allows Vodafone To Claim Rs 5.1 Crore Depreciation Over Estimated Costs To Restore Mobile Tower Sites: Contingent Liability Vs Laid Out Expense

The obligation to repair and restore forms the core of the contractual obligation which stood placed upon the assessee. It was entitled to provision for such an expense provided it was considered probable and could be quantified on the basis of a reasonable estimation.

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Bombay High Court Grants Pensionary Benefits to Former Additional Judge Whose Tenure Was Not Extended

She also served as joint director of Maharashtra Judicial Academy, Principal District and Sessions Judge in the City Civil and Sessions Court, and was also appointed as a High Court Registrar.

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Delhi High Court orders release of Iran national's jewellery confiscated by Customs almost 3 years ago: 'Cannot be forced to repeatedly approach court'

The court in the case observed and has granted no personal hearing to the petitioner, wherein it seeks for the release of his jewellery, and no final order was served on him till date.

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SC acquits govt employees: 'Demand and acceptance of bribe not proved in trap case' under Prevention of Corruption Act

The Supreme Court in the case Madan Lal Versus State Of Rajasthan observed and has acquitted two government employees who is accused of demanding and accepting bribe after noting that the prosecution failed to prove the factum of demand and acceptance of bribe.

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High Court slams ASI over 'no response' on whitewashing denial at Sambhal's Jama Masjid, refers to it as 'alleged Masjid'

The Management Committee of the Shahi Jama Masjid, Sambhal, had moved the High Court following a response from the Additional Superintendent of Police, ASP North Sambhal objecting to its proposal for maintenance work planned for the mosque ahead of the upcoming Ramzan.

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Cabinet Approves Budget Session, “English for Work” Course, and 40 Training Schools

Punjab Cabinet approved Budget Session dates, “English for Work” course, 40 technical schools, and annual reports for defence welfare.

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AZAD Engineering Inaugurates First Exclusive Lean Manufacturing Facility for Mitsubishi Heavy Industries and Wins Prestigious Global '2024 Partner of the Year' Award

Azad Engineering, a leader in precision engineering, marked a significant milestone today with the inauguration of its Exclusive Lean Manufacturing Facility for Mitsubishi Heavy Industries (MHI) at Tunikibollaram, Hyderabad.

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Dr Baljit Kaur Visits Regional Spinal Injuries Centre, Announces Development Plans

Punjab Minister for Social Security, Women and Child Development, Dr Baljit Kaur, said that the state government will strengthen the Regional Spinal Injuries Centre in Sector 70, Mohali, by equipping it with additional facilities.

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Govt to streamline environmental clearances in mining sector: Goyal

Punjab Mining and Geology Minister Brinder Kumar Goyal stated that the Bhagwant Singh Mann-led government will simplify the process of obtaining environmental clearances in the mining sector to ensure the easy availability of minor minerals for the state's residents.

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Govt releases Rs 19.65 crore for SC beneficiaries under Ashirwad Scheme

The Punjab government has released Rs 19.65 crores under the Ashirwad Scheme for 3,853 beneficiaries from Scheduled Castes during the ongoing financial year 2024-25.

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Yudh Nashian Virudh campaign leads to 1,259 FIRs and 1,758 arrests

Chairman of the Cabinet Sub-Committee on the Yudh Nashian Virudh campaign and Punjab Finance Minister, Advocate Harpal Singh Cheema, announced that the state's crusade against drugs has yielded significant results.

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