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In the last 24 hours, the market cap of Bitcoin, the world's largest cryptocurrency, rose to $1.304 trillion. Bitcoin's dominance is currently 54.07%, according to CoinMarketCap. BTC volume in the last 24 hours rose 26.8% to $16.37 billion.
A series of security review meetings have been held at various levels to further chart out a strategy to deal with growing terrorism in the Jammu region with a strong arm.
Karnataka Home Minister G Parameshwara said that no leniency would be shown in the investigation of the Renukaswamy murder case involving actor Darshan and actress Pavithra Gowda. He said that action will be unbiased. He assured no protection for anyone involved and highlighted the importance of following the law. The investigation report will be released post-probe, with completion timing left to the investigative team.
Disney+ Hotstar introduced 'pause ads' exclusively for its Connected TV feed, making it the first platform in the country to offer this feature. The move aligns with their commitment to innovative advertising solutions Early adopters include Marico, Mondelez, and ITC, with positive feedback from users pausing content multiple times daily for short durations. The feature will integrate ads into user-initiated breaks to enhance brand engagement without disrupting viewing experience.
This trend continued from May and April, when FPIs sold shares worth Rs 34,257 crore, even as domestic institutional investors (DIIs) remained buyers, supporting the markets.
Within Asia, Mumbai and Delhi have seen upward movement in rankings. Mumbai has climbed six spots, while Delhi has moved up by two. As a result, Mumbai is now ranked as the 21st most expensive for expats among the cities surveyed in Asia, while Delhi is at the 30th position.
In June, India's diesel demand fell due to extreme heat reducing travel, continuing a declining trend despite typically high election season sales. Diesel sales dropped 3.9% year-on-year and remained flat month-on-month. Petrol consumption also decreased by 4.6% annually. Contrarily, jet fuel and LPG demand saw year-on-year increases.
Japan's 10-year government bond yield fell on Monday as investors speculated on the BOJ's slower rate hike plans, with the 10-year JGB yield slipping to 0.925% from 0.915%. BOJ announced plans to trim bond purchases and reduce its $5 trillion balance sheet in July. Market expectation is for the BOJ to raise rates in October.
Kanchanjungha Express Train Accident: The recent collision of the Kanchanjungha Express with a goods train in Darjeeling district, West Bengal, has raised concerns about railway safety. Similar to the Coromandel Express disaster in June 2023, signalling errors were reportedly a factor. The Coromandel Express collision, which resulted in India's worst railway disaster in three decades, highlighted the need for improved safety measures. The incidents underscore the importance of addressing issues in... Читать дальше...
The 26-year-old superstar, the lone Indian in the field here, will be up against German teenaged sensation Max Dehning, who is the youngest member of the coveted 90m club, which Chopra is aspiring to enter.
Equities strategist Kazuo Kamitani from Nomura Securities projected a Nikkei correction to 37,500. Suzuki Motor's stock dropped by 3.6%.
At least six people died, and around 41 were injured when a goods train collided with the Kanchanjunga Express near Rangapani station, West Bengal. The collision, which occurred around 9 am, derailed the train’s rear compartments. Rescue operations are ongoing with NDRF, SDRF, and local teams, while Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw and Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee oversee relief efforts.
Delhi faces an intense heatwave, with temperatures soaring above 44 degrees Celsius. The India Meteorological Department issued alerts, including a red alert for Sunday. Humidity levels varied, with a heat index of 46 degrees Celsius. Relief is anticipated Thursday onward with possible rain, amidst continued heatwave conditions till Wednesday.
Ahead of the annual Amarnath Yatra, police conducted a mock drill at the base camp in Jammu. quick reaction teams (QRTs) and special operations group (SoG) participated in the drill. The drill involved the first responder team and territorial officers for practical training, aiming to enhance readiness for any unforeseen incidents. An 'alert advisory' was issued urging vigilance in the region. The 52-day pilgrimage to the cave shrine in south Kashmir starts on June 29.
The terrorists opened fire at the 53-seater bus when it was en route from Shiv Khori temple to Mata Vaishno Devi shrine at Katra. The decision came a day after Union Home Minister Amit Shah reviewed the security situation in Jammu and Kashmir and preparations for the annual Amarnath yatra in two back-to-back meetings.
"I won't go into operational details about how many nuclear warheads should be operational and which should be stored, but we need to consult on these issues. That's exactly what we're doing," Stoltenberg told the paper.
Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw traveled to West Bengal to oversee relief operations after a collision between a goods train and the Kanchanjunga Express near Rangapani station, resulting in five fatalities and approximately 30 injuries. Prime Minister Narendra Modi expressed condolences and highlighted ongoing rescue efforts by Railways, NDRF, and SDRF.
Delhi water crisis: A war of words between BJP and AAP over the water crisis in Delhi continued. AAP blamed Haryana for not releasing water and BJP organised protests. BJP leaders criticised the Kejriwal-led government for not finding solutions, while AAP accused BJP of conspiring to create a water shortage. The Supreme Court accused Delhi government of mismanagement and ordered action against the 'tanker mafia' amid the severe water crisis.
Pension amount in EPS: The government via notification dated June 14, 2024 has revised the table used for calculating lump sum withdrawal amount. A member of Employees' Pension Scheme (EPS) can withdraw lump sum amount if he/she exit the scheme before completion of 10 years. Read on to know who gains and who loses from the new pension scheme rule.
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Kanchanjungha Express Train Accident: The Kanchanjungha Express collided with a goods train near New Jalpaiguri, resulting in five deaths and over 20 injuries. The incident highlighted the absence of the railway's anti-collision system, "Kavach," designed to prevent such accidents. Developed by Indian Railways, Kavach aids in avoiding signal breaches and speeding, enhancing safety during adverse weather. Implementation challenges remain as Railways aims to cover 70,000 km with Kavach.
