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DSC notification to fill 16,347 teacher vacancies in April 1st week: CM Naidu

District collectors should ensure last mile connectivity of all development and welfare programmes, CM says at Collectors meet

25 Mar 2025 3:32 pm
SLBC Tunnel mishap: Rescue teams recover dead body of a worker

In the SLBC Tunnel, eight workers were trapped inside and so far two were found dead

25 Mar 2025 3:09 pm
Delhi HC denies interim injunction on Roche rare disease drug, opening the door for generic versions

Evidence shows that generic competition can lower drug prices by 99 per cent. Risdiplam, being a small-molecule drug, is less complex to manufacture, making affordable generic production and supply immediately feasible

25 Mar 2025 1:51 pm
Israel Tourism campaignsto focus on Indian tourists

Tensions in Israel are restricted to the border areas where tourists are not allowed to go, says Israeli Tourism Ministry official

25 Mar 2025 12:03 pm
AI to bridge Indias customer service gap

Despite AIs growing role in daily life, its time-saving capabilities are not helping reduce customer service wait times, with Indian consumers spending 15 billion hours waiting on hold in the past year

25 Mar 2025 11:17 am
Take a Pauz to de-stress, UPSC tells aspirants ahead of interview

The state-of-the-art relaxation solution offers guided practice to candidates

25 Mar 2025 9:36 am
Trump to announce auto, aluminum and pharma tariffs very soon

Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick added that on April 2, the U.S. will launch an external revenue service alongside the tariff measures.

24 Mar 2025 10:29 pm
TT Jagannathan: Cooking up a legacy of success

As kitchens increasingly became lifestyle statements rather than a mere place to cook, the old brand managed to successfully reinvent and don a younger avatar to appeal to a newer generation

24 Mar 2025 10:08 pm
Georgian National University SEU to set up 1,300 crore campus in Andhra Pradesh

Apart from imparting world-class education and skills, the investment would also generate employment for 500 people

24 Mar 2025 10:03 pm
Health & pharma top CCIs cartel investigations in last 5 years

CCI has entered into international pacts to address cross-border cartelisation issues, says Finance and Corporate Affairs Minister Sitharaman

24 Mar 2025 10:01 pm
Brand new wings:Indian carriers operate a young fleet, half of the planes less than 5 years old

A young fleet to lower emissions, reduce maintenance costs besides providing better service

24 Mar 2025 10:00 pm
Ajay Seth to be new Finance Secretary

Seth will succeed Tuhin K Pandey who is now Chairman of Securities and Exchange Board of India

24 Mar 2025 9:28 pm
RG Kar hospital rape-murder case: Calcutta High Court asks CBI to clarify some key aspects of its investigation

The High Court asked CBI that whether it was considering the possibility of a gang rape in this gruesome incident. The court also ordered the investigating agency to submit the case diary related to its investigation

24 Mar 2025 8:58 pm
DCDC Kidney Care raises 150 cr from ABC Impact

Founded in 2009, DCDC operates more than 200 centres across India and is one of the foremost operators of dialysis clinics under public-private partnerships (PPP) and company-owned standalone clinics.

24 Mar 2025 8:57 pm
NBFCs personal loans grew 37% vs 16% for the system in Q3FY25, says Nomura

Specifically, the risk weight on Bbanks exposure to NBFCs, which was increased by 25 percentage points

24 Mar 2025 8:52 pm
SC Collegium recommends transfer of Justice Varma as inquiry committee to begin deeper probe in a day or two

The Supreme Court has already sent the three judges official letters tasking them with the inquiry

24 Mar 2025 8:50 pm
Panel urges study to identify new export markets for Indian tea

The committee has noted the low demand for Indian tea is due to the present geopolitical factors such as Russia-Ukraine war and stiff competition from countries such as Kenya, Sri Lanka, Vietnam, Malawi and Nepal.

24 Mar 2025 8:46 pm
Parliamentary Standing Committee on Commerce recommends conducting study to identify new export destinations for Indian teas

The committee has noted the low demand for Indian tea is due to the present geopolitical factors such as Russia-Ukraine war and stiff competition from countries such as Kenya, Sri Lanka, Vietnam, Malawi and Nepal.

24 Mar 2025 8:46 pm
Trump imposes 25% tariff on countries purchasing Venezuelan oil and gas

The decision is rooted in Trumps assertion that Venezuela has contributed to an influx of violent migrants into the United States.

24 Mar 2025 8:45 pm
Amid cola wars, Juice and dairy beverage makers sharpen focus on affordability, health planks this summer

Industry players are ramping up distribution of small packs, launching new products besides stepping up advertising spends stressing on the health quotient of their products.

24 Mar 2025 8:40 pm
Western Coalfields, JSPL bag coal blocks in 11thround of commercial auctions

These 12 mines collectively hold a geological reserve of around 5,759.23 million tonnes

24 Mar 2025 8:33 pm
Steel PLI 1.1 gets 42 applications from 25 companies, 17,000 cr investment commitment

To encourage investment and boost output, the government is offering incentives ranging from 3-4% based on investment and production targets.

24 Mar 2025 8:19 pm
Govt pushes for self-reliant EV production, sets sights on e-trucks and e-buses

Speaking after launching several e-mobility initiatives at the institute, Qureshi stressed the need for homegrown, competitive, and resilienttechnological advancements.

24 Mar 2025 8:18 pm
Standing Committee on Finance calls for dedicated NFRA cadre to improve regulatory oversight

No clear impact yet of NFRAs interventions on improving audit quality, says Panel report

24 Mar 2025 8:07 pm
Navy to carry out mega exercise with African nations

Navies of ten countries, including Kenya, South Africa, Tanzania, Mozambique and Madagascar, will remain engaged in the 6-day long drills that start from April 11

24 Mar 2025 8:06 pm
Nashik onion farmers welcome export duty removal but warn it may be too late

On March 22, the government announced the withdrawal of the 20 per cent export duty on onions, effective from April 1

24 Mar 2025 7:56 pm
Panel to determine market rate of land for laying inter-State transmission lines

The Market Rate Committee will appoint two valuers one nominated by the TSP and the other by the representative of landowners

24 Mar 2025 7:50 pm
AP CM Naidu to launch P4 initiative to achieve zero-poverty on March 30

It will create a platform for voluntary contribution of the rich to help the poor and is not a governments welfare programme

24 Mar 2025 7:37 pm
Maharashtra sugar season nears end amid lower production and financial concerns

With 182 out of 200 sugar mills shutting down operations, Maharashtras sugar season for 2024-25 is drawing to a close. The state has recorded a sharp decline in sugar production this year, with total output reaching only 797.48 lakh quintalssignificantly lower than the 1067.5 lakh quintals produced in the previous season.

24 Mar 2025 7:36 pm
IIT-Madras to set up Centre of Excellence for Zero Emission Trucking in new Auroville campus

Plans a world class testing and research facility for electric trucks in the upcoming Puducherry campus

24 Mar 2025 7:28 pm
Domestic ops at Noida Airport expected to commence in June

The airport with one runway and one terminal will have a capacity to handle 12 million passengers annually

24 Mar 2025 7:26 pm
Big Pay Hike for MPs: Salary, Daily Allowances, and Pensions Revised

Monthly salary hiked 24 percent to 1.24 lakhs from 1 lakh earlier; Monthly Pension amount revised upwards to 31,000

24 Mar 2025 7:24 pm
Rains, hailstorm hit rabi crops in 11,300 acres in Telangana

The damaged crops include 6,670 acres of paddy, 4,100 acres of maize, and 309 acres of mango

24 Mar 2025 7:16 pm
Unclaimed deposits of over 45,000 cr transferred to special fund

Nominees can reclaim through an RBI-managed portal

24 Mar 2025 6:53 pm
Reliance Caps CoC withdraws plea against IIHL claiming interest

The CoC of Reliance Capital has withdrawn a petition filed last year claiming 1,060 crore as interest payment from IndusInd International Holdings for delay in implementing its resolution plan in a time-bound manner.

24 Mar 2025 6:42 pm
Cornerstone India Consulting announces merger with Fachmann Berater

The merger will accelerate the growth objectives of Cornerstone India Consulting in becoming a premier executive search brand

24 Mar 2025 6:37 pm
Vellayan Subbiah to become Non-Executive Vice Chairman of TII

The Board of Directors of Murugappa Groups Tube Investments of India Ltd (TII) has approved a change in the executive position of Vellayan Subbiah (54), following his request for a transition.

24 Mar 2025 6:35 pm
Phase 2 expansion and modernisation of Chennai international airport to be completed by March 2026

The Phase-II involves the development of Terminal-3 to enhance the airports capacity to 35 million passengers per annum (MPPA)

24 Mar 2025 6:30 pm
A draft Tamil Nadu State Water Policy prepared

The Policy aims to address water challenges, promote governance, and develop digital platforms for water management

24 Mar 2025 6:21 pm
SLBC Tunnel mishap: Senior IAS officer to monitor rescue operation

A part of the roof of the tunnel that was underconstruction collapsed on February 22 when50 workers were inside. While 42 were rushed to safety, eight workers were trapped inside and a worker was found dead later.

24 Mar 2025 5:59 pm
Structure trade deal with US to promote bilateral trade in solar components : ISMA

ISMAs recommendations included reciprocal duty exemptions across all segments of the solar photovoltaic (PV) value chain

24 Mar 2025 5:47 pm
IISR enters sweetener market with spice-flavoured jaggery cubes

The product is designed for easy use, with each cube weighing approximately 4 grams, making it convenient for daily consumption

24 Mar 2025 5:08 pm
Shiprocket unveils same day delivery service in Hyderabad for MSMEs

Traditionally dominated by large eCommerce brands, fast delivery is now being democratised, allowing smaller businesses to compete more effectively

24 Mar 2025 5:06 pm
Oil palm firm deploys drones for tree enumeration, estimating FFBs

After piloting it in 1,150 ha, 3F Oil Palm to expand survey to 30,000 ha

24 Mar 2025 5:01 pm
EPAM plans to ramp up India hiring by adding over 2,000 employees

Digital engineering firm betting big on India operations

24 Mar 2025 4:51 pm
Nestle India expands no refined sugar range with new Ceregrow variant

This comes after the Swiss packaged food major announced a slew of no-refined-sugar variants in the Cerelac portfolio last year

24 Mar 2025 4:43 pm
Private capex share in Gross Fixed Capital Formation falls to decadal low of 33% in FY24: ICRA

Notwithstanding a moderation from 28 per cent in FY23 to 12 per cent in FY24, capex by listed entities continued to record a growth

24 Mar 2025 4:40 pm
Private capex share in gross fixed capital formation drops to a decade-low 33% in FY24: ICRA

Notwithstanding a moderation from 28 per cent in FY23 to 12 per cent in FY24, capex by listed entities continued to record a growth

24 Mar 2025 4:40 pm
US team to visit India this week to discuss tariff cuts ahead of April 2 reciprocal tariffs

Commerce Department in discussion with line Ministries on improved offers; hopes to stall reciprocal tariffs

24 Mar 2025 4:27 pm