The Delhi High Court has refused to grant bail to two individuals arrested in a money laundering case involving alleged irregularities in Delhi Waqf Board recruitment, including AAP MLA Amanatullah Khan. Justice Swarana Kanta Sharma dismissed bail pleas of accused Zeeshan Haider and Daud Nasir, stating there was sufficient material to attract the bar on bail under the anti-money laundering law.
The National Testing Agency (NTA) will soon announce the Common University Entrance Test (CUET-UG) results, initially scheduled for June 30. Media reports suggest the results may be released by July 10, with an additional week to ten days for final processing. The delay, due to scrutiny over exam irregularities, impacts university admissions and student preparations.
Matter Group secures a significant USD 35 million Series B funding led by Helena, with plans to deliver advanced AERA electric motorbikes in India to address global climate challenges.
Replying to the Motion of Thanks on the President's address, the prime minister said that during the past several decades, shutdowns, strikes, terrorist threats and attempts to carry out bomb blasts have been kind of a dark shadow on democracy.
Leader of Opposition Mallikarjun Kharge, flanked by INDIA bloc MPs, accused the RSS of being anti-Constitution and Prime Minister Narendra Modi of giving misleading information during a Rajya Sabha debate. The INDIA bloc staged a walkout after Kharge was not allowed to speak in response to Modi’s comments on the Motion of Thanks to the President's address. Congress leaders, along with other opposition members, gathered outside the old Parliament building to protest.
Quant, Nippon India, and SBI smallcap funds together attracted a staggering 61% of all investments in the category.
Well, I think the focus will be on affordable housing in my opinion and there will some scheme or the other that will come up for the affordable housing segment.
Though PM Modi stressed his government's social agenda, he also confidently underlined the policy continuity. Speaking in the Rajya Sabha today, he said not only the markets are upbeat but the global community too is glad at the return of his government and is willing to raise its bet on India.
BJP criticizes opposition for walkout during PM Modi's speech, accusing them of avoiding truth. Opposition's uproar and lack of dialogue condemned by BJP members. PM Modi's speech highlights revolutionary decisions and progress under his leadership, setting a roadmap for the country's development.
Vraj Iron and Steel has a proven track record of consistent profitability over the past three years, demonstrating its ability to generate healthy returns. However, analysts said investors should acknowledge certain risks, such as the concentration of manufacturing facilities in a single region and the lack of long-term customer contracts.
India's services sector saw robust growth in June, driven by a record surge in international sales and strong demand, according to HSBC’s PMI, which rose to 60.5. Employment grew at its fastest pace in 22 months. Despite rising market uncertainties, service providers remain optimistic about future business activity.
Hardik Pandya has risen two places to become the top-ranked men's T20I all-rounder, leveling with Sri Lankan star Wanindu Hasaranga. Pandya contributed significantly in the final with crucial wickets of Heinrich Klaasen and David Miller. He had a good tournament with both bat and ball, becoming the first Indian man to reach No.1 in the category.
Vice President Kamala Harris is seen as the top alternative if President Joe Biden decides not to seek reelection, according to senior sources within the Biden campaign, White House, and Democratic National Committee. Despite concerns over Biden's recent debate performance and calls for his aides to resign, Harris remains the leading candidate due to her name recognition, polling strength, and support within the party.
Maharashtra legislative council elections feature candidates from 288-member assembly, with BJP, NCP, and Congress contesting. Sharad Pawar-led NCP holds 10 MLAs in opposition. The ruling alliance Mahayuti and opposition Maha Vikas Aghadi have candidates vying for the 11 seats.
Once considered as a rival of X (previously Twitter), Tiger Global-backed Indian social media app Koo is shutting down operations. the company founder Aprameya Radhakrishna said on social media. "As for us, we are entrepreneurs at heart and you will see us back in the arena one way or another. Till then, thank you for your time, attention, good wishes and love," Radhakrishna posted on LinkedIn.
As a NEWS EDITOR, investors are urged by Nilesh Shah to maintain a long-term perspective and proper asset allocation as Sensex reaches the 80,000 milestone. He draws parallels with Nasdaq's history and notes Gold's outperformance compared to Nifty in the first half of 2024.
Swimming is the second biggest medal event at the Olympics with as many as 37 gold medals up for grabs at the upcoming Paris Games. But Indian swimmers never come close to reaching the final rounds, let alone winning a medal.
The Congress has accused Prime Minister Narendra Modi of diminishing his legitimacy to "one-third" and his government on its "last legs" and potentially falling anytime. The opposition party's assertion came after Modi's remarks in the Rajya Sabha that he has completed 10 years and 20 more left. Congress leader Jairam Ramesh has been referring to Modi as a "one-third PM."
Koo, a homegrown social media platform and alternative to Twitter, is shutting down. Co-founders Aprameya Radhakrishna and Mayank Bidawatka cited unsuccessful partnership talks and high maintenance costs. Despite significant user growth and backing from investors like Accel and Tiger Global, Koo struggled with funding. The platform had aimed to surpass Twitter in India but faced market challenges.
Referring to the viral video showing a woman being brutally flogged in West Bengal, with no intervention from bystanders, PM Modi remarked, "The opposition's selective attitude over the issue of atrocity on women is very worrying."
The Gurugram-based company's proposed IPO is a combination of fresh issue of shares worth Rs 2,000 crore and an offer for sale (OFS) of shares valued Rs 1,000 crore by ACME Cleantech Solutions, according to the DRHP. The offer also includes a reservation for a subscription by eligible employees. The company may consider issue of securities to the tune of up to Rs 400 crore as a "pre-IPO placement". If such placement is completed, the fresh issue size will be reduced.
Rajya Sabha Chairman Jagdeep Dhankhar criticized the Opposition for walking out during Prime Minister Narendra Modi's reply to the motion of thanks to the President's address, calling it a "dangerous precedent" against democratic values. He condemned Leader of Opposition Mallikarjun Kharge for entering the well of the House, labeling it a disgrace to parliamentary conduct.
Indian labour officials inspected a Foxconn factory near Chennai, questioning executives about alleged discriminatory hiring practices against married women. This follows a Reuters report revealing that Foxconn systematically excludes married women from iPhone assembly jobs. The investigation has prompted government inquiries and public debates about workplace discrimination and labour laws.
Sudha Murty Rajya Sabha (Google Trends): Sudha Murty advocated for a government-sponsored cervical cancer vaccination program for girls aged nine to 14 in her maiden Rajya Sabha speech. She emphasized prevention and highlighted the feasibility of scaling up vaccinations, drawing parallels with the COVID-19 drive. Murty also promoted domestic tourism, urging recognition of Indian heritage sites as World Heritage Sites to boost tourism revenue.
