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K-9 story:Retiring to be companions of special children
On occasion of the 246th Remount Veterinary Corps Day, the Indian Army gifted 12 retired military dogs to Asha Schools and benevolent Samaritans
Rohan Mirchandani, co-founder of Epigamia, passes away after cardiac arrest
Epigamias senior leadership, led by Ankur Goel, the COO & Founding Member, and Uday Thakker, the Cco-founder & Director, will continue to steer t
Rehabilitating humans, domestic animals govts top priority in Wayanad
Minister Chinchurani opens International Livestock Conclave
Bihar's 1.80 lakh-crore investment push: Nodal officers to streamline MoU execution
One nodal officer for every 5 to 10 MoUs will be nominated by the government to bring about ease of doing business, Amrit Lal Meena
India has potential to be key sustainable aviation fuel producer, says IATA official
India, the third largest ethanol producer and consumer today, has the potential to emerge as a key SAF producer utilising its existing and advanc
Indias leather exports likely to grow by over 12% to $5.3 billion this fiscal, says CLE
He also said several global companies, including from the US, are showing keen interest in setting up manufacturing bases in India
How to choose the right tenure for your rental agreement
A rental agreement of 11-month or less need not be registered, unless state laws stipulate it. But an unregistered rental agreement poses some ri
CII calls for reforms in priority sector lending to include emerging sectors
Suggests setting up a high-level committee to review revisions in PSL norms and explore the need for new DFIs to support emerging sectors
The lack of accurate data leads to underreporting of the domestic hospitality industry's contribution to national employment statistics, which co
Arunachal committed to support GST reforms for economic growth: DeputyCM
Chowna Mein supports GST reforms for economic growth and compliance ease, aligning with states development vision
SEBI bans 9 entities from market, impounds illegal gains of over 21 crore
SEBI, through an interim order on Friday, prohibited Sachin Bakul Dagli and eight other entities from the securities market
PM Modi to distribute 71,000 appointment letters to new recruits on Monday
Over 2.2 lakh jobs created in 2024 as government accelerates employment drive through nationwide initiatives.
Market capitalisation of top-10 most valued firms plunges 4.95 lakh crore; TCS, Reliance hardest hit
Reliance Industries retains the most valued firm title followed by TCS, HDFC Bank, ICICI Bank, Bharti Airtel, Infosys, State Bank of India, ITC,
How freelancers can avoid hidden fees and maximise their earnings
While the freelance lifestyle offers flexibility and independence, the hidden fees and deductions are often buried in fine print and are easy to
Over the past two years, Zomatos shares have surged an eye-popping 350%, closing Friday at 281.85, with a market cap of 2.71 lakh crore. It now r
Institutional flows to anchor Indian equities in 2025: ICICI Securities
Despite a major sell-off which amounts to 1.5 lakh crore in the secondary markets during October and November, the Nifty delivered a 9 per cent a
India and Japan finalise design adjustments for Mumbai-Ahmedabad bullet train
Redesigning allows for better load bearing capacities that include larger luggage carrying capacities, ability to operate at extreme temperatures
Trump says he wants reduced rates for Panama Canal usage or it handed over to US
Donald Trumps Truth Social post on the Panama Canal underlines an expected shift in US diplomacy under his leadership as he has not historically
745-785 a share': Unimech Aerospace leads next week's IPO action
Unimech Aerospace, a space-tech startup, is making headlines with its 500 crore IPO, priced at 745-785 per share. The issue includes a 250 crore
Delhi's AQI remains 'very poor' at 388
On Saturday, the AQI in Delhi was recorded at 398, as per the CPCB
Delhi's AQI remains 'very poor' at 388, fog covers parts of city
Delhi's air quality persisted in the 'very poor' category on Sunday, with AQI at 388, shrouded in a thin layer of fog. Some areas even experience
Top investment opportunities in 2025: Key sectors to put money into for high returns in India
Top investment opportunities in 2025: India's economy is set to thrive in 2025,with promising sectors like green energy, real estate, electric ve
India can never permit others to have veto on its choices: EAM Jaishankar
Mumbai: External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar has said India can never permit others to have a veto on its choices and will do whatever is right
How women FPOs have helped transform agriculture in 2024
Women leverage the full potential of FPOs to influence broader agricultural policies and markets
Cigarette pack, gutaka pouch to soon have new mark to check GST evasion
Tobacco products are the fifth largest contributor in total GST contribution, with around 5 per cent share
Tamil Nadu supports proposal to reduce the GST rate on gene therapy
State Finance Minister Thangam Thennarasu emphasised the view of Tamil Nadu at the GST council meeting held in Jaisalmar, Rajasthan
Capital gains on inherited property: Can higher fair market value than stamp duty valuation be used?
Following the father's gift of a flat to his family, the daughters inherited shares after the mother's passing. With plans to sell the property,
Here is a select list of stories to start the day
NPS assets under management to touch 15 lakh crore by fiscal end: PFRDA Chairman
At a media interaction following the official launch of the Association of NPS Intermediaries, Mr. Mohanty also said the take up rate by the empl
U.S. consumer spending rises in November; monthly inflation subsides
Economists are expecting only a modest slowdown in consumer spending this quarter after it surged at a 3.7% pace in the July-September quarter, t
Movers & Shakers: Stocks that will see action this week
Here is what the charts say about the shares of Apollo Tyres, Petronet LNG and Radico Khaitan
If ChatGPT produces AI-generated code for your app, who does it really belong to?
The answer is complicated, so in Part I of a two-article analysis, we consulted legal experts to obtain some definitive answers.
Higher Pension: Employers must submit wage details by January 2025 to get benefits
The EPFO has extended the deadline for employers to submit wage details for higher pensions to January 31, 2025. Employers must also clarify pend
SpaDeX Mission: A leap towards Indias space ambitions
PSLV-C60/SPADEX mission - The launch vehicle has been integrated and moved to the First Launch Pad, for further integration of satellites and lau
FPIs turn cautious, end buying spree amid market volatility
Despite a selling spree last week, net FPI inflows for December remain positive at 21,789 crore as of December 20
Mutual fund inflows, retail interest fuelling flight to smallcaps
Janaki Krishnan The Niftysmallcap100 index has rallied over 27 per cent over a one-year period
The best iPhone power banks of 2024: Expert tested and reviewed
We went hands-on with some of the top iPhone power banks that will keep your devices powered up and ready to go.
The best NAS devices of 2024: Expert tested
We tested the top NAS storage devices that provide seamless storage solutions for personal and professional use.
NPS equity gains lose steam, annual returns dip to 24.37 percent
However overall NPS assets under management has inched up to over 13.79 lakh crore
States not in favour of bringing ATF under GST, says Nirmala Sitharaman
The GST Council made suggestions with regard to GST rate revision on various items including fortified rice kernels and gene therapy.
Soaring inflation pushes up health insurance premiums; makes standardised care costlier
Experts suggests that the rising health care cost and the growing health insurance premiums are feeding each other in vicious cycle affecting Ind
The best iPads for college: Expert tested and reviewed
From taking notes and Zoom calls to completing a graphic design project, we went hands-on with the top iPads for college students.
Finance Ministry urges advocacy for NPS by newly formed association
Key stakeholders from NPS ecosystemcometogether to launch collective platform Association of NPS Intermediaries
GoM to consider 1% calamity cess proposal by AP
Andhra Pradesh Finance Minister Payyavula Keshav said that there was a consensus that a GoM be formed
Housing sales, supply see steep fall in December quarter
Janaki Krishnan Data indicates that new housing supply has fallen by a third on year and sales by over a fifth across the top nine cities of Indi
I tested the viral 'tangle-free' USB-C cable, and it's my new travel essential
I didn't expect the Magtame USB-C cable to be as useful as it is. Even its thermal test results look promising.
I tried an ultra-thin iPhone case, and here's how my daunting experience went
Latercase's Thin Case puts an ultra-slim layer of protection around your phone, and it's surprisingly functional.
DCM Shriram recognised among top global chemical companies for ESG excellence
Firm recognised in the top 7% per cent of 523 global chemical companies
Scam Alert! THESE are the 10 ways scamsters can drain your bank account
Cybercrime tricks: Amid increasing cybercrimes, the State Bank of India has highlighted scams like false customs claims and digital arrests. Cust
Proposed GST hike for Kashmiri shawl will finish craft: Mehbooba Mufti
The PDP chief alleged that these measures were an attempt by the Centre to make Jammu and Kashmir dependent solely on tourism
PhysicsWallah signs 1,000 crore deal with Andhra Pradesh government to set up varsity of innovation
The purpose is to create an institution that combines academic learning with industry relevance, says Alakh Pandey, Founder and CEO of PhysicsWal
Ex-Indian cricketer Robin Uthappa faces arrest over provident fund fraud
Uthappa needs to clear the paymenth of around Rs 24 lakh till December 27 or face arrest, according to news report
BIMARU states turn the tables as MF AUMs in smaller states grow faster
The mutual fund AUM in the four states of Bihar, Madhya Pradesh, Rajasthan and Uttar Pradesh have grown higher than that of the industry in the l
US Congress sends spending deal to Biden on brink of deadline
The Senate vote backing the legislation was likely the last of the 118th Congress
The figure surpasses the previous high of 1.3 trillion set in 2021 and is significantly higher than last year's total of 576 billion
India leaps to 49th rank in 'Network Readiness Index', from its previous position at 60th
This year, the country not only climbed the rankings but also improved its overall score to 53.63, reflecting its consistent efforts in advancing
ISRO and ESA forge partnership for astronaut training and research
The partnership will focus on astronaut training, research, and education, with the Axiom-4 mission featuring ISROs Gaganyaan astronaut and an ES
Beware credit card card holders! There is bad news for you in this Supreme Court ruling
In a significant ruling, the Supreme Court has removed the 30% cap on credit card interest rates, enabling banks to impose higher charges. Expert
Optimism in Indian job market: Upcoming B-School placements set for 15-20% salary hike
Shantanu Rooj, CEO of TeamLease EdTech, highlights a potential resurgence in hiring within the IT sector and other industries, countering a prolo
The GST Council has recommended a 5% GST on ready-to-eat popcorn with salt and spices (if not pre-packaged), 12% on pre-packaged popcorn, 18% on
'37.75x oversubscribed': Mamata Machinery IPO sparks frenzy ahead of listing
Investors have shown overwhelming interest, with the IPO already oversubscribed 37.75 times within the first two days
Can I claim any rebate for interest received for multiple years in current year?
Section 89 allows relief for salaries over twelve months, but not for interest income. Taxpayers must include the entire interest amount in the c
GST Council postpones decision to cut tax on insurance, rate panel defers report submission
Bihar Deputy Chief Minister Samrat Chaudhary, who heads the panel on GoM on insurance, said one more meeting is required to take a call on taxati
Innovations in wooden packaging for agriculture and allied sectors
Innovations in wooden packaging are playing a pivotal role in transforming Indias agriculture and allied sectors
From fields to future: How automation is reshaping Indian agriculture
It is a catalyst farmers to transcend the limitations of the past and cultivate a prosperous future
In December 2024, banks like RBL Bank and Equitas revised fixed deposit rates, offering returns up to 9%. General citizens can earn between 3.5%
Senate passes Social Security benefits boost for many public service retirees
Senate passes bipartisan bill to boost Social Security payments, eliminating reductions for public service retirees, despite financial strain con
Meditation transcends religions and borders, say leaders on first World Meditation Day at the UN
Spiritual leader Gurudev Sri Sri Ravi Shankar stressed that meditation transcends religions and geographical boundaries, providing everyone with
Discovering nature: 27 new species found in Perus Amazon rainforest
Conducted by Conservation International, the 2022 expedition recorded over 2,000 species, highlighting the incredible biodiversity of the Alto Ma
Dividend payouts & stock splits: Vedanta, NMDC lead next weeks action
NMDC has fixed December 27, 2024, as the record date for its 2:1 bonus share issue, allotting two new equity shares for every one existing share.
Bihar government to provide support for investors in setting up industries: Chief secretary
Prominent companies pledged big ticket investments and outlined major plans in the state at the Bihar Business Connect 2024
Potential TikTok bidder seeks a CEO, prepares business overhaul
U.S. billionaire businessman Frank McCourt is crafting a fundamental overhaul of TikTok's business model as part of a plan to bid for the Chinese
These 26 firms entered Rs 1 lakh crore market cap club in 2024. Whats next?
After beating its 2025 targets by a distance, Indian Hotels Company has unveiled its Accelerate 2030 strategy, and has set benchmarks for itself
Telangana urges removal of borrowing conditionalities at pre-Budget meet
Telangana Deputy Chief Minister Bhatti Vikramarka Malluproposed a fiscal deficit target of 4.5% of GDP to sustain infrastructure and employment g
GST Council Meeting Live Updates: Insurance tax relief, gift vouchers, FSI charges likely key topics
GST Council Jaisalmer Meeting Live Updates: The upcoming 55th meeting of the GST Council will address significant issues, including the tax treat
Bank holiday today: Are banks closed or open on Saturday, December 21? Know here
Bank Holiday today: Are banks open today, December 21? People are often confused about bank holidays on Saturdays. Read here to find out if there
Breaking taboo: Carefree young consumers show soaring interest in sexual wellness products
Sexual wellness startups are recording higher-than-ever repeat purchase rates as consumers talk more freely about hush-hush topics like bedroom p
ZDNET's product of the year: Oura Ring 4 bested Samsung, Apple, and others in 2024
Blending precision health tracking with elegant design, the Oura Ring 4 underscores the growing importance of health tech in our daily lives.
OpenAI unveils its most advanced o3 reasoning model on its last day of 'shipmas'
For 12 days straight, OpenAI unveiled 'new things, big and small.' Here's what's new today and a full round-up of all the announcements.
The best services for deleting yourself from the internet in 2024
Erasing your digital footprint isn't easy, but our recommended data removal services can take the stress out of the process.
We find ourselves in a slow growth, high inflation scenario
Inflation largely due to food prices, which have a rather high weight in the CPI, says MPCs external member Nagesh Kumar; Though elevated, inflat
Shriram Finance floats new arm for green finance business, eyes AUM of 5,000 cr.
The first open-source, privacy-focused voice assistant for the home is here
Home Assistant just announced the launch of a new open-source voice assistant with hardware that works without an internet connection.
SC allows banks appeal against NCDRC cap on interest on credit card dues
The National Consumer Disputes Redressal Commission had held that charging over 30% interest on credit card dues amounted to unfair trade practic
States receive higher devolution under 15th Finance Commission, says FM Sitharaman
The Centre has allocated 30,000 crore as untied funds under the Scheme for Special Assistance to States for Capital Investment 2024-25, which can
