In a communication to all secretaries, Cabinet Secretary Rajiv Gauba also said the 'whole of the government' approach has to be adopted by the ministries and departments in formulating and implementing their policies and schemes and concerted steps should be taken for India to become the third largest economy in the shortest possible time.
WRTL secured a 22 MW AC/30 MWp DC turnkey solar project from Kirloskar group’s ISMT Limited in Helas village, Jalna district. WRTL will provide engineering, procurement, construction, commissioning, and maintenance to ensure optimal performance. The project includes bifacial modules, transmission lines, evacuation infrastructure, substation setup, and obtaining statutory approvals.
Ahmedabad University announces the establishment of the Bagchi School of Public Health, funded by philanthropists Susmita and Subroto Bagchi with a Rs 55 crore grant. The school aims to become a leader in public health education and research, focusing on key areas like environmental health and data science.
JD Vance, chosen by former President Donald Trump as his running mate for the 2024 elections, sparked controversy with remarks suggesting the UK could become the first "truly Islamist country" to acquire nuclear weapons following Labour's recent electoral win. Vance made these comments at a National Conservatism conference in Washington, referencing Iran and Pakistan. Known for his "America First" stance and past criticism of Trump, Vance's transformation into a Trump ally has been contentious. His... Читать дальше...
Mumbai's domestic air passenger traffic rose to 1.32 crore in June, per DGCA. IndiGo led with 60.5% market share, followed by Air India (13.1%), Vistara (9.6%), and AIX Connect (5.8%). Tata Group held a combined 28.5%. SpiceJet had 5.3%, and Akasa Air 4.4%, topping on-time performance at 79.5%, while SpiceJet recorded the lowest at 46.1%.
NCLT appointed Satish Kumar Gupta as an interim resolution professional for managing the company during pendency of the insolvency. "The corporate debtor has acknowledged its liabilities and admitted the factum of corporate guarantee in its annual reports for the FYs 2018-19, 2019-20, and 2020-21. As on June 13, 2022, the borrower was liable to pay USD 1.84 billion comprising principal amount of USD 1.13 billion, interest of USD 731.57 million and agency fee of USD 144,000," according to the NCLT order... Читать дальше...
In NCR, SCO plots offering 9-10% yields attract investors. Developers like DLF, Emaar, and Paras Buildtech lead, with Haryana's scheme allowing four retail floors. DLF's revenue reached Rs 1,150 crore. Popular with SMEs and startups in Gurgaon. Key sites: Gardencity Central, Central 67, Panchkula. High absorption rates noted on Dwarka Expressway. Low construction costs and price appreciation drive demand.
Usha Chilukuri Vance is an established litigator, an intellectual par excellence and someone who represents the US in a true manner. Daughter of Indian immigrants, who worked hard and graduated from the top institutes of the world, she played a critical role in shaping her husband’s political views. JD Vance has been announced as Donald Trump’s running mate. JD Vance is a Senator from the state of Ohio and will serve as the Vice-President of the US under Trump if he wins the upcoming election.
Ola Electric's initial public offering (IPO) may hit the market at 30% below its last valuation. This and more on today’s ETtech Top 5.
In a rare security breach, a Shi'ite mosque in Oman's capital Muscat was attacked late Monday, leaving nine dead, including three attackers. Among those killed were four Pakistani nationals and a policeman, with 28 others wounded. Described as a "terrorist" incident by authorities, the attack occurred during Ashura, a Shi'ite mourning period. Oman, known for stability in the Middle East, has typically avoided sectarian tensions. The government has not disclosed motives or arrests related to the assault... Читать дальше...
Manipur has witnessed repeated incidents of arms loot since May 3 last year. At least 220 people have been killed, 1,500 injured and 60,000 displaced since violence broke out between the Meitei and Kuki-Zomi communities on May 3 last year.
CEOs of major American corporations have strongly denounced the recent assassination attempt on former President Donald Trump during a campaign rally, stressing unity and condemning political violence. Leaders like Jamie Dimon of JPMorgan and David Solomon of Goldman Sachs expressed deep sorrow and condemned the act as unacceptable in politics. Larry Fink of BlackRock emphasized the collective responsibility to promote hope and unity. The incident has sparked discussions on workplace policies regarding... Читать дальше...
Scindia during the meeting deliberated on fostering growth of the telecom sector in a collaborative manner while maintaining the interest of consumers and the nation. "We have identified a rather deep agenda for these committees. Now the members of these committees and we will be working together," Scindia told reporters after the meeting.
India must add 30,000 EV-ready workers annually till 2030, according to SIAM's report released by Minister Kumaraswamy. It forecasts 2,00,000 jobs excluding shop floor and contractual roles, Rs 13,552 crore in hiring and training, a 43% skills gap, curriculum revision, 60 R&D centers, 57.44% employability, 38% faculty shortfall, and 27% technical overlap.
"House of the Dragon" has hinted at a potential new spin-off series. This revelation follows recent dramatic events in the series, sparking excitement among fans for another chapter in the Game of Thrones universe.
The Dow Jones Industrial Average rose 52.06 points, or 0.13%, at the open to 40,263.78.
In FY24, domestic two-wheeler sales were at 1.8 crore units, according to Society of Indian Automobile Manufacturers data. One of the key factors driving growth of two-wheeler sales is the bounce back of retail financing, he said.
SpaceX CEO Elon Musk has claimed that he is an alien and he has said so several times, but no one believes him. He also said that none of the SpaceX missions has ever seen an alien or encountered a UFO.
Union Home Minister Amit Shah criticized Congress leader Bhupinder Singh Hooda's "Hisaab Maange Haryana" campaign, challenging him to account for his tenure's alleged corruption. Speaking at a rally, Shah emphasized accountability, contrasting his party's transparency with Congress's record. He highlighted developmental discrepancies, citing increased funding under BJP rule compared to Congress's tenure. Shah pledged his party workers would visit 6,250 village panchayats to showcase BJP's achievements. Читать дальше...
Reliance Jio maintained its lead over Bharti Airtel by adding 2.20 million mobile users in May, while Airtel followed with 1.25 million additions, as per TRAI data. Meanwhile, Vodafone Idea (Vi) faced a loss of 924,797 users, marking its largest decline in three months. Airtel recorded the highest active subscriber percentage at 99.07%. Jio held 40.60% of the wireless market share with 474.62 million users, followed by Airtel at 33.17% with 387.77 million users, and Vi at 18.66% with 218.16 million users.
The near-term uptrend of Nifty continues to hold strong. Although Nifty is consolidating at higher levels, there is no indication of a significant reversal pattern forming at these highs. A further upward movement could push Nifty towards the 24,900 mark next week. Immediate support is positioned at 24,450 levels, according to Nagaraj Shetti of HDFC Securities.
On Tuesday, SpiceJet announced that Ashish Kumar, the Head of Finance and Chief Financial Officer, will be departing the company to pursue other opportunities. Joyakesh Podder will succeed Kumar as the Head of Finance and has been appointed as the Deputy Chief Financial Officer, effective July 15, 2024.
JD(S) MLA H D Revanna acknowledges son's sexual abuse charges in Karnataka Assembly, stating willingness for son to face consequences. Criticizes DGP for alleged bias. Son Prajwal Revanna facing multiple SIT investigations. Scandal unfolds with explicit videos emerging before elections. JD(S) suspends Prajwal amidst ongoing legal proceedings.
