Despite a 426-point drop in the benchmark Sensex, which closed at 79,924 on Wednesday, six stocks in the BSE commodities index achieved their 52-week high.
Indian Railway Catering and Tourism Corporation (IRCTC), Delhi Metro Rail Corporation (DMRC), and Centre for Railway Information Systems (CRIS) have introduced the 'One India - One Ticket' initiative, aimed at enhancing travel convenience for Main Line Railway and Metro passengers in Delhi NCR. The initiative allows passengers to book Delhi Metro QR Code-based tickets through the IRCTC website and mobile app, synchronized with Indian Railways' Advance Reservation Period (ARP). Tickets can be booked... Читать дальше...
Tennis legend Roger Federer embraced his new 'Swiftie era' at Taylor Swift's Eras Tour concert in Zurich. Attending with his family, Federer collected song-themed bracelets and took a selfie with Swift. He also caught up with cricket icon Sachin Tendulkar at Wimbledon, highlighting his diverse interests beyond tennis. Federer's recent activities, including performing with Coldplay, show his continued influence and multifaceted presence.
The ITBP seized 108 one-kilogram gold bars near the India-China border and arrested three individuals. The smugglers were caught with additional items including knives, phones, and Chinese food. This is the largest gold recovery in ITBP's history.
Aline Brosh McKenna, who penned the screenplay for the original film based on Lauren Weisberger's novel, is set to write "The Devil Wears Prada 2." Wendy Finerman, the producer who worked on the first installment, will also return for the sequel.
BJP MLA Bharath Shetty faces police investigation for alleged provocative comments against Rahul Gandhi. Congress party workers express displeasure over the remarks. Karnataka Congress Working President criticizes Shetty's statement and links BJP's behavior to Prime Minister Modi's previous remarks about Rahul Gandhi.
Medtronic announces a $60 million investment to expand its GIT Centre in Hyderabad, creating 300 new jobs. The centre will focus on cloud engineering, data platforms, digital health applications, automation, AI, and machine learning. Medtronic aims to boost productivity and drive growth in healthcare technology.
The Dow Jones Industrial Average fell 19.52 points, or 0.05%, at the open to 39,272.45.
In Mumbai, Mihir Shah, son of a Shiv Sena leader, caused a hit-and-run incident that killed Kaveri Nakhwa and injured her husband Pradeep. Shah, allegedly intoxicated, fled the scene with his driver, made numerous calls to his girlfriend, and attempted to evade arrest by hiding at various locations. The police eventually tracked and arrested Shah after 60 hours. The incident has sparked public outrage, with Chief Minister Eknath Shinde assuring that justice will be served. Shah's father was suspended from his political position... Читать дальше...
The Enforcement Directorate (ED) conducted search operations on Wednesday in Karnataka, Telangana, and Andhra Pradesh, investigating the illegal transfer of Rs 89.63 crore of government funds to unknown individuals in Hyderabad. The scandal led to the resignation of B Nagendra, the state's tribal welfare and sports minister, as allegations emerged about the involvement of personnel from his office. The ED has taken the former minister's personal assistant into custody for questioning.
Kamala Harris, born to an Indian mother, who had migrated to the US, and Jamaican father, tops the list of the probables if Biden pulls out of the race. Amid the swirling uncertainties, discussions among top Democratic circles are already shifting towards the prospect of Vice President Kamala Harris potentially leading the party in the upcoming election.
The Korean electronics major also introduced a smart ring, named Galaxy Ring, for health enthusiasts, which will be hitting the India market at a later date.
Epharmacy Tata 1mg reported a 21% rise in revenue to Rs 1,968 crore for FY24. This and more on today’s ETtech Top 5.
Rahul Gandhi expresses concern over rising unemployment and declining salaries for IIT graduates, blaming BJP's education policies. He questions the government's plan to address the crisis and promises opposition support for affected youth.
Climatic factors are now increasingly playing an important role in influencing food and fuel inflation which tends to affect the overall inflation levels which is emerging as a big area of concern for monetary policy. ET explains how could climate change impact monetary policy.
AMD will acquire Finnish AI startup Silo AI for $665 million to boost AI chip capabilities and improve AMD-powered models and software. AMD Senior VP Vamsi Boppana noted it "unlocks significant business." Silo AI's customers include Philips, Rolls-Royce, and Unilever. CEO Peter Sarlin will lead the unit, with the deal closing in the second half of 2024.
Warner Bros. has thrilled '90s film enthusiasts by greenlighting a sequel to the beloved film "Practical Magic." This announcement has generated significant excitement, especially with the confirmation that Sandra Bullock and Nicole Kidman returning to the show.
Global brokerage firm Morgan Stanley expects Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman's upcoming Budget to focus on the government's road map for 'Viksit Bharat' by 2047, and outline a medium-term plan for fiscal consolidation. The anticipated emphasis is on capital expenditure, targeted social sector spending, and improving access to physical, social, and digital infrastructure.
Minister Piyush Goyal stated a Group of Ministers will judge lifting the non-basmati rice export ban, effective July 20, 2023, based on demand and price. Rejected spice consignments, including MDH and Everest, involving carcinogenic pesticide, are minimal. Managed with FSSAI, ensuring India's $56 billion food export quality. Indian exporters uphold quality standards.
Oil prices steadied on Wednesday as the Organization of the Petroleum Exporting Countries (OPEC) kept its growth forecast for oil demand unchanged for this year and next, while U.S. crude and gasoline inventories likely fell last week.
A recent report shows that while digital payments are on the rise in India, cash is still the preferred mode for offline transactions, especially among lower and middle-income groups. The affluent class leads in digital payments, with potential growth expected in small towns.
At their meetings, Modi and Russian President Vladimir Putin discussed optimum use of the Northern Sea Route (NSR) via the Arctic and possible use of nuclear-powered icebreakers of Rosatom in that terrain, ET has learnt.
Born in 1911, Baba Venga was said to be blinded after being sucked up into a tornado. Most of her predictions can not be proved as they were not written or recorded. Despite this, some claim that the Nostradamus of the Balkans predicted a nuclear plant disaster and lab-grown humans in 2023.
