Baikuntha Pradhan, a Raj Bhavan employee in Odisha, alleged that he was assaulted by Governor Raghubar Das's son, Lalit Kumar, and six others on July 7. Pradhan filed a complaint at Sea Beach Police Station in Puri and wrote to the Governor about the incident. His wife, Sayoj, claims Pradhan was beaten because Lalit Kumar wanted a luxury car, but many were on duty for the President's visit. No response yet from Governor's office or Lalit Kumar.
Congress leader Priyanka Gandhi Vadra has attacked the National Democratic Alliance (NDA)-led central government's announcement to observe June 25 as 'Samvidhan Hatya Diwas' (Constitution Murder Day) in India. Vadra stated that those who repeatedly attacked the spirit of the Constitution and democracy would celebrate 'Samvidhan Hatya Diwas' with negative politics.
DMK candidate Anniyur Siva is set for a resounding victory in the Vikravandi by-election in Tamil Nadu. Chief Minister MK Stalin highlighted DMK's focus on state development and criticised the BJP for failing to respect Tamil Nadu's sentiments. Stalin expressed gratitude to Vikravandi voters as Siva leads by 58,785 votes. Stalin emphasied the INDIA alliance's strong performance in recent elections and accusing the BJP of resorting to false propaganda.
Accordingly, if an investor had invested Rs 10,000 in the stock four years ago and stayed put, the investment would have jumped to 2.7 lakh, according to an analysis by ET Markets.
Delhi government plans to incentivize scrapping overage vehicles by offering discounts on motor vehicle tax up to 20%. Owners can receive certificates valid for 3 years to purchase new vehicles. Supreme Court regulations in place for older diesel and petrol vehicles in Delhi.
Domestic investors pumped USD 637.9 million into the Indian real estate sector in Q2 of 2024, marking a significant increase compared to the previous year, as per data released by Vestian. Institutional investments in Indian real estate rose by 96 per cent to USD 3.1 billion during April-June, with foreign investors dominating the market. The industrial & warehousing sector attracted the most investments, followed by residential and commercial assets. Investments are expected to rise further... Читать дальше...
The Delhi Development Authority (DDA) will not carry out a demolition drive against encroachment on the Yamnua flood plain near Majnu Ka Tila gurdwara on Saturday and Sunday. The DDA has requested residents to vacate the area by Friday, citing the National Green Tribunal's April 3 order and the Delhi High Court's March 12 order.
Global brokerage firm BofA Securities expects $6.6 billion worth of allocations to stimulate state capex, $9.6 billion towards populism to boost consumption and no change to FY25 fiscal deficit target at 5.1%.
Four children have died in Gujarat's Sabarkantha district from a suspected Chandipura virus infection, with two more undergoing treatment. Health authorities are awaiting confirmation from the National Institute of Virology in Pune. Preventive measures are being taken to control the spread of the virus.
According to the state cyber department, the account with the handle @dhruvrahtee had claimed on X that Birla's daughter had cleared the Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) exam without appearing for it.
Gumi City Council’s Robot Supervisor, an ID-carrying 9-to-5 robot by Bear Robotics, was found unresponsive. Operational since August 2023, it delivered documents and promotions using elevators. The incident at Gumi City Hall is under investigation, leading to a delay in robot deployment. South Korea's high robot adoption rate is noted by the International Federation of Robotics.
Of the over 74,000 known meteorites on Earth, only around 385 originate from Mars. Scientists can determine that these meteorites come from Mars through various pieces of evidence, including the unique composition of Mars' atmosphere and its distinct oxygen isotopes.
According to a statement by the ministry on Saturday, the project has been sanctioned at an estimated cost of Rs 46,47,380. The 'Valorization of dredged sediments' is the reuse of sediments as raw material for civil engineering and other purposes. It can be a sustainable solution to reduce the strain on natural resources and eliminate waste.
The commencement of the first-year semester at Delhi University may be delayed to August 16 due to pending CUET-UG results, impacting the academic calendar. VC Yogesh Singh stated the delay won't affect other semesters starting on August 1. The NTA, dealing with NEET-UG and UGC-NET issues, hasn't communicated a CUET-UG result date. This delay affects admissions to 46 Central universities, including DU and JNU.
Former Maldives climate change minister accused of performing 'black magic' on the president has been released after being detained. The investigation is still ongoing, with the nature of the allegations undisclosed. Traditional ceremonies are widely practiced in the archipelago, despite not being a criminal offense.
Retail tomato prices in Delhi, which surged to Rs 75 per kg, are expected to decrease in the coming weeks as supply improves from southern states. A government official attributed the price rise to recent supply disruptions caused by extreme weather conditions. Prices for potatoes and onions are also anticipated to stabilize soon.
India's inflation landscape showed spatial variability in June 2024, with 12 out of 22 states reporting rates exceeding the national average of 5.1%. Odisha had the highest inflation at 7.22%, followed by Bihar at 6.37% and Karnataka at 5.98%. The Index of Industrial Production (IIP) surged to a seven-month high of 5.9% in May, reflecting robust growth in mining, manufacturing, and electricity production.
Budget Expectations for agriculture: The share of agriculture in India's economy has declined to less than 15%, yet it remains crucial due to rural dependence and food security. Budget measures aim to improve productivity through fertilizer subsidy allocation, crop diversification, expedited crop loss claims, fair prices for farmers, boosting pulse production, R&D, labor challenges, and focusing on low-yield Eastern states.
