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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

21 Dec 2024 3:42 pm
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 technology, research, and digital infrastructure

21 Dec 2024 3:34 pm
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 ESA astronaut conducting Indian-led experiments.

21 Dec 2024 3:22 pm
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 prolonged period of low recruitment.

21 Dec 2024 2:08 pm
Bone-chilling cold grips Kashmir: Srinagar records coldest night in 34 years

The region has recorded its coldest night of the season, with Srinagars temperatures dropping to a striking minus 8.5 degrees Celsius.

21 Dec 2024 11:55 am
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 an opportunity for inner reflection and peace

21 Dec 2024 11:41 am
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

21 Dec 2024 10:33 am
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 growth

21 Dec 2024 9:33 am
`MoD inks deal with L&T for K-9 Vajra guns at 7,628.70 cr

In another event, Mazagon Dock Shipbuilders Limited (MDL) hands over 2 ships to Indian Navy

20 Dec 2024 10:17 pm
Popees Baby Care to expand with 42 new stores nationwide

This expansion aims to establish Popees as one of the largest national baby and childcare brands.

20 Dec 2024 9:53 pm
Indian Railways goes green in accounts: A Sustainability Milestone

ICAI ARF integrates environmental efforts into Indian Railways accrual-based financial statements for the first time in 2022-23.

20 Dec 2024 9:02 pm
West Bengal govts emphasis on human capital formation attracting major IT companies, says Amit Mitra

Speaking at the Rising Asia-BCC&I Summit in the city, Mitra said spending on human resources has a significant multiplier effect

20 Dec 2024 8:56 pm
Indian Tea Association welcomes U.S. Food and Drug Administrations recognition of tea as healthy beverage

This significant development allows manufacturers to voluntarily label tea products with the healthy claim, provided they meet the updated criteria

20 Dec 2024 8:45 pm
States demand increased allocation under 50-year interest free loan, higher borrowing limit

Punjab, Kerala seek special financial packages, include more loans, grants and borrowing flexibility

20 Dec 2024 8:39 pm
The Hindu hosts Lit for Life Dialogue in Bengaluru, setting the stage for the January festival

The Dialogue provided a platform to engage with prominent voices in culture, creating anticipation for the upcoming festival

20 Dec 2024 8:31 pm
Protest in Thoothukudi on rising unemployment

The protest was addressed by a leader of the INTUC P Kathirvel and Thiyagarajan of the Thoothukudi Contractors Association, says a release

20 Dec 2024 7:39 pm
Thoothukudi faces economic decline as key industries shut down

The Sterlite plant closure alone displaced 1,500 direct workers and indirectly impacted 40,000 livelihoods

20 Dec 2024 7:39 pm
Lohia launches brand Youdha for new category of electric three-wheelers

Under the brand five-to-six new products will be launched in the next on year.

20 Dec 2024 7:37 pm
Namma Yatri aims to expand its services to another 5-6 cities in next quarter

The ride hailing platform is also planning to launch integrated solutions for auto and metro services in cities including Bengaluru, Chennai and Kolkata

20 Dec 2024 7:10 pm
Collaboration among stakeholders key for agricultural growth: Telangana Governor

The Minister also highlighted various government initiatives aimed at farmer welfare and agricultural development, including farmer insurance, loan waivers, and the upcoming Rythu Bharosa programme

20 Dec 2024 6:19 pm
Reviving the Darbar move: A call for economic and cultural unity in Jammu and Kashmir

While the current government cites modernisation and cost savings, many local business owners express deep resentment towards the moves abolition, underscoring its lasting emotional and economic significance

20 Dec 2024 5:17 pm
US Bengaluru consulate likely to open in January 2025, Ambassador Garcetti

This will be a significant boost for Karnataka, further enhancing the states economic potential, says Karnataka IT/BT Minister Priyank Kharge

20 Dec 2024 1:30 pm
Deepfake Scams: Dont believe everything you see

Deepfake scams often are circulated over social media, preying on individuals unfamiliar with the signs of digital manipulation

20 Dec 2024 1:07 pm
FedEx powers Super Kings journey as principal sponsor in a three year agreement

The sponsorship also offers opportunities to engage with the FedEx brand, team members, customers, and communities

19 Dec 2024 10:10 pm
Centre sanctions 1,338 crore for an Access-Controlled Highway project on NH-40

The 28 km project is from Walajapet/Ranipet to the Tamil Nadu-Andhra Pradesh border

19 Dec 2024 8:40 pm
Boardroom conversations focused on diversifying supply-chains, an opportunity for CDMOs, says OneSource chief

OneSource is the CDMO arm of Strides Pharma, and its poised to list on the stock exchanges next month

19 Dec 2024 8:31 pm
Parliament Chaos: BJP-Congress MPs push each other, police complaint against Rahul Gandhi

Two BJP MPs injured, Congress says diversionary tactic to steer attention away from Home Ministers remarks on Ambedkar

19 Dec 2024 8:18 pm
SulaFest returns in February 2025 after five-year hiatus, aims for 13,000 attendees

SulaFests 2025 artist lineup includes Divine, Ritviz x Karan Kanchan, Oaff and Savera, and When Chai Met Toast

19 Dec 2024 8:13 pm
SulaFest returns in February 2025 after five-year hiatus, aims for 9,000 attendees

SulaFests 2025 artist lineup includes Divine, Ritviz x Karan Kanchan, Oaff and Savera, and When Chai Met Toast

19 Dec 2024 8:13 pm
Work on for CNG, hybrid vehicles for market: Kia India

Unveils compact SUV Syros, to be launched in February 2025

19 Dec 2024 7:56 pm
Tamil Nadu takes a step forward with creche facilities for women in industrial parks

SIPCOT has signed a Memorandum of Understanding with FICCI-FLO Chennai to establish creche facilities in 17 industrial parks across the State.

19 Dec 2024 7:43 pm
Karnataka mineral levy to exert pressure on steel companies profit

A mineral-bearing tax of 100 a tonne on all miners will be levied with retrospective effect from April 1, 2005.

19 Dec 2024 7:10 pm
Student Tribe partners with Marut Drones to empower future drone pilots

This partnership aims to create a comprehensive ecosystem that extends learning beyond conventional academic programs, offering networking opportunities with industry professionals

19 Dec 2024 6:39 pm
Drone maker IoTech develops process to directly spray paddy, chilli, vegetable seeds

The company is also looking at exports to South-East Asia, Africa and Latin America

19 Dec 2024 5:44 pm
Cupid inducts four new directors to drive new ventures

The company has appointed Smeeta Bhatkal, Santosh Desai and Akshay Kumar as independent directors while Shaina NC has joined as a non-Executive Director to support Cupids commitment to grow existing business

19 Dec 2024 5:00 pm
Cupid inducts 4 new directors to drive new ventures

The company has appointed Smeeta Bhatkal, Santosh Desai and Akshay Kumar as independent directors while Shaina NC has joined as a non-Executive Director to support Cupids commitment to grow existing business

19 Dec 2024 5:00 pm
19 Dec 2024 12:56 pm
Digital Competition Bill faces potential delay as House Panel revisits digital framework

The Digital Competition Bill was envisioned as a forward-looking framework designed to address the challenges posed by gatekeeper platformsthose that control critical digital infrastructure like e-commerce, search engines, and social media ecosystems

19 Dec 2024 10:25 am
19 Dec 2024 9:15 am
SEBI permits inter-se sponsor transfers of locked-in units in InvITs, REITs

The markets regulator also permitted the trusts to invest in interest rate derivatives for hedging

19 Dec 2024 9:02 am
Share Market Highlights 19 December 2024: Sensex falls over 960 points to close at 79,218, Nifty ends 23,951; Dr Reddys, Cipla top gainers

Sensex, Nifty updates on 19 December 2024: Equity benchmark Sensex on Thursday plunged about 965 points to crash below the 80,000 level due to heavy selling in global equities after the US Federal Reserve signalled fewer rate cuts next year. Falling for the fourth day running, the 30-share BSE benchmark Sensex tanked 964.15 points or 1.20 per cent to settle at 79,218.05. The NSE Nifty tumbled 247.15 points or 1.02 per cent to sink below the 24,000 mark at 23,951.70. The Indian market saw a wides

19 Dec 2024 6:39 am
Delhi's air quality 'severe' at 442, temperature drops to 5 degrees Celsius

As per the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB), the AQI was measured as 442 at 7 am in the national capital on Wednesday

18 Dec 2024 9:31 am