The legislative department in the ministry has made "sunset clause" in new legislative proposal a part of its 100-day agenda, saying steps will be taken in this regard in consultation with concerned ministries.
Jaipur Airport has a Rs 6,000 crore investment plan for various development projects by 2027, focusing on passenger amenities and efficiency. Initiatives like DigiYatra, passenger Wi-Fi, and IoT-based projects aim to enhance the passenger experience. Sustainable growth is also a priority, with a shift towards more electric vehicles at the airport.
Nasscom expressed disappointment and concern over the Karnataka State Employment of Local Industries Factories Establishment Act Bill, 2024, stating that its members were unhappy with the implementation. The tech sector's significant contribution to the state's GDP, digital talent pool, startups, and Global Capability Centers (GCCs) raised apprehensions following the announcement that all grade C and D level jobs in private tech firms would be reserved for Kannadigas.
According to an exchange filing, the Director General of GST Intelligence in Kolkata issued show cause notices to Openplay Technologies and Halaplay Technologies on Tuesday, July 16. The proposed liabilities are Rs 845.72 crore for Openplay Technologies and Rs 274.21 crore for Halaplay Technologies.
AP EAMCET 2024 (Google Trends): The Andhra Pradesh State Council of Higher Education has announced the Round 1 seat allotment results for AP EAMCET 2024. Candidates can check their results on the official website using their registration number, date of birth, and password. Those allotted seats must complete self-reporting and report to their assigned colleges between July 17 and July 22, 2024.
The chairman of Bajaj Electricals, Shekhar Bajaj, said, “Anuj joined us at a time when we were facing significant challenges, and he has demonstrated exceptional passion, leadership and strategic foresight in navigating our organisation into a strong position.”
The planned subsidy would support $4 billion in planned investments by GlobalWafers in both states to construct new wafer manufacturing facilities and create 1,700 construction and 880 manufacturing jobs. GlobalWafers also plans to convert a portion of its existing silicon epitaxy wafer manufacturing facility in Texas to produce silicon carbide epitaxy wafers.
Donald Trump will not attempt to oust Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell before his term ends in 2026. Trump also considers JPMorgan CEO Jamie Dimon for treasury secretary if he wins the 2024 election. Trump advises the Fed against cutting rates before the November election.
Akasa Air has launched operations to Jeddah from Mumbai and Ahmedabad, offering direct flights.The first flight departed Mumbai at 7:35 pm IST on July 15 and arrived at Jeddah at 10:25 pm AST. The airline now operates daily direct flights between Jeddah and Mumbai, with plans to increase to 12 flights per week by July 21. It begin flights connecting Jeddah and Ahmedabad starting July 20.
Gram Unnati and Coca-Cola India’s Project Mango Unnati in Karnataka targets improving yields and farmers' income for Alphonso and Totapuri variants. Collaborating with KVK and IIHR, it incorporates innovative farming, quality improvement, rejuvenation of senile orchards, high-density planting, micro irrigation, integrated pest management, water conservation, climate forecasting, and crop alert systems.
An elderly man and his son were denied entry to Bengaluru's GT Mall despite having movie tickets, due to a policy against wearing dhotis. The incident, captured on video, went viral and sparked widespread criticism. BJP spokesperson Shehzad Poonawalla condemned the policy as discriminatory, urging the Karnataka government to address the issue. The mall management has not commented.
Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal, represented by senior counsel Abhishek Singhvi, argued before the Delhi High Court that his arrest by the CBI in the alleged excise policy scam was unjustified and termed it an "insurance arrest." Singhvi emphasized Kejriwal's entitlement to bail, citing previous release orders in his favor under stringent provisions.
Miko has built its own proprietary AI models over 10 years. Google's Gemini plays a role in Miko's automated quality assurance and security processes, to enhance the safety and reliability of image, audio, and conversational content. It achieves this by simulating diverse user interactions and identifying possible risks, including harmful content and misinformation.
The report states that the deceleration in the growth momentum of exports in June compared to May was largely due to an 18.2 percent contraction in oil exports. The growth momentum slowed down in June, with merchandise exports increasing by only 2.6 percent year-on-year, down from 9.1 percent in May.
Sanofi Healthcare India Pvt Ltd plans to invest €400 million in its Hyderabad Global Capacity Centre (GCC) over six years, including €100 million by next year. The expansion will grow the GCC to 2,600 employees, making it Sanofi's largest global hub, providing diverse services since its establishment in 2019.
Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel approved Rs 1,470 crore for 688 km of road upgrades in Gujarat's industrial areas, including Kutch and Saurashtra. Supporting 'Make in India,' it includes road widening, bridge improvements, and aims to enhance Ease of Doing Business. The initiative also strengthens rural roads, promoting new industrial ventures and efficient transport.
A recent incident in Italy brought attention to the issue of modern slavery involving Indian agricultural workers, with reports of exploitation, illegal immigration, and inhumane working conditions. The situation highlights the challenges faced by migrant workers in the country, sparking calls for action to address the systemic problem.
In a pivotal BJP meeting, Shubhendu Adhikari announced moving away from 'Sabka Saath, Sabka Vikas' and 'Minority Front', instead targeting Hindu vote polarization. While chanting 'Jai Shri Ram', he emphasized saving the Constitution, referenced Sandeshkhali, accused Muslim vote consolidation favoring TMC, diverging from PM Modi’s strategy, and altering the nationalist Muslim stance.
According to the Aayog, India’s energy storage sector, vital for clean energy integration, suffers from a lack of centralized testing infrastructure database. This fragmentation leads to unreliable data, hinders innovation due to inconsistent testing protocols, and limits collaboration due to a lack of transparent data sharing, the Aayog said in its report on Developing Chemistry Agnostic Standards for Energy Storage Technologies.
Karnataka's Industry & Infrastructure Minister MB Patil rushed to address concerns over a proposed bill to provide quotas for Kannadigas in the private sector, amidst backlash from industry leaders. Biocon founder Kiran Mazumdar-Shaw emphasised the need for skilled talent without hindering the state's tech industry. Former Infosys director TV Mohandas Pai criticized the bill as discriminatory and regressive. Assocham co-chairman RK Mishra slammed the bill as detrimental to the Indian IT sector. Читать дальше...
Budget 2024: Homebuyers and the real estate sector want significant growth-oriented measures from Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman in Budget 2024. Sitharaman will present the first full-year Budget on July 23, 2024. From revised schemes under PM Awas Yojana, enhanced tax breaks to reviving Credit-linked Subsidy Scheme (CLSS) for homebuyers, here are six measures that real estate experts and aam aadmi expect from Budget 2024.
