Designed specifically for the Vietnamese and other Asian markets, the VF3 is priced for "mass appeal", according to VinFast. The VF3 might also appeal to Indian families looking for a compact car with a range suitable for getting around in India's crowded cities.
Former JD(S) MP Prajwal Revanna, accused in sexual abuse cases, has been remanded in police custody for four more days until June 29. He faces charges of abusing women and recording explicit videos. The 33-year-old grandson of former Prime Minister H D Deve Gowda was arrested on May 31 upon returning from Germany following allegations investigated by Karnataka police.
Protests in Manipur seek political solution for ethnic violence. ITLF demands Union Territory for Kuki-Zo people. Riots caused casualties and displacement. Rallyists appeal to Home Minister for action. Buffer Zone requested for Jiribam. Peace efforts urged for Tribals in Manipur.
The Nifty Auto index closed 0.24 per cent down at 25250.25.
Hardik Pandya's pivotal role as an all-rounder for India in the 2024 T20 World Cup faces challenges after an injury scare during a match against Australia. Despite tensions with teammate Rishabh Pant, Pandya's contributions with bat and ball remain crucial as India advances undefeated to the semifinals against England on June 27 in Guyana.
The 30-share BSE Sensex closed up 712.44 points at 78053.52
Nirmala Sitharaman presented the Interim Budget 2024 ahead of Lok Sabha elections. She is expected to table the Full Budget on July 22.
Silveline Power has entered into a USD 135 million licensing agreement with SRAM & MRAM Group for hydrogen fuel-based electric vehicle technology. This agreement aims to develop new technologies for the electric vehicle ecosystem and its ancillary supply chain, with plans to amortize the cost over five years.
Ford is recalling over 550,000 2014 model year F-150 pickups in the US due to a transmission issue causing unexpected downshifting to first gear regardless of speed, posing a crash risk. The problem stems from a lost signal between a transmission speed sensor and powertrain control computer, potentially exacerbated by corrosion and connector pin issues. Owners will receive free software updates in early July following 396 warranty and field reports and 124 customer complaints.
Prime Video has introduced Crunchyroll on its aggregation service, offering over 800 anime titles for Rs 79/month. Viewers in India can enjoy new releases in multiple languages, with Prime members gaining access to 40 new shows, including popular series like Black Butler and Demon Slayer.
The study, conducted on US adults, suggests that coffee consumption may offer a protective effect against the negative health impacts associated with prolonged sitting. Non-coffee drinkers were found to be nearly 1.6 times more likely to die from all causes compared to coffee drinkers.
Hyundai discontinues Kona Electric in India, focusing on mass-market Creta EV. The Kona faced challenges with sales performance. The upcoming Creta EV aims to compete with MG ZS EV and Tata Curvv, offering a range of 400-500 km.
A significant controversy erupted in Parliament following AIMIM president and MP Asaduddin Owaisi's oath as a member of the 18th Lok Sabha. Owaisi, concluding his oath, said, "Jai Bhim, Jai Meem, Jai Telangana, Jai Palestine," which sparked a heated reaction from the ruling party benches. The Chair subsequently expunged his remarks from the record. Owaisi, elected for his fifth term from Hyderabad, took his oath in Urdu and preceded it with a prayer.
Adani Group plans to invest Rs 2 lakh crore by 2030 to achieve 40 GW of renewable energy generation capacity, aiming for net zero emissions by 2050. With over 10 GW capacity currently, they aim to add 6-7 GW annually to reach 50 GW by 2030. The investment is estimated at Rs 5 crore per megawatt. Adani Green Energy Ltd has added 2.8 GW capacity in FY24.
The 30-share BSE Sensex closed up 712.44 points at 78053.52
B2B SaaS startup Rocketlane has raised $24 million in funding led by 8VC, Matrix Partners India and Nexus Venture Partners. The company will use the funds to launch new products, innovate its customer portal, and accelerate its AI plans, it said in a statement. Rocketlane has so far raised $45 million in funding.
The Indian rupee ended marginally higher on Tuesday on expectations of foreign inflows into domestic debt that will be included in a global index later this week.
The Nifty Pharma index closed 0.06 per cent up at 19532.3.
Nita Ambani: Clad in a beautiful pink saree, Nita Ambani was seen attending the Ganga Aarti.
In a surprising win, Nagendrum Borugadda, a 46-year-old electrician from India living in the UAE since 2017, secured AED 1 million through consistent savings with National Bonds. Borugadda's diligence underscores the value of financial discipline. Meanwhile, another Indian, Payal from Punjab, won $1 million in Dubai Duty-Free's draw, funded by a gift from her husband. Both stories highlight the impact of prudent financial choices on life-changing opportunities.
Indian headline indices jumped to fresh record highs propelled by bank stocks with the lion's share being accounted for by HDFC Bank.
In its first major report about the rapidly advancing world of AI Bank for International Settlements (BIS)has said, policymakers need to harness its immense power to monitor data in real time to "sharpen" their inflation-predicting abilities. A former Swedish central banker said, "We like to hold humans accountable."
