Britain's new left-leaning government has criticized the nation as "broke and broken," blaming its predecessors for the situation. Prime Minister Keir Starmer's office released a department-by-department analysis of the perceived failures of the previous government, three weeks after taking power. The critique comes a day before Treasury chief Rachel Reeves is expected to outline a 20-billion-pound ($26 billion) shortfall in public finances during a speech to the House of Commons.
The Municipal Corporation of Delhi (MCD) has launched action against coaching centres operating illegally, particularly targeting those using basements not authorized for such use. This initiative follows a tragic incident in Old Rajinder Nagar where three civil services aspirants died due to flooding in a basement library at Rau's IAS Study Circle.
Sensex jumped nearly 1,300 points, and Nifty50 closed at a record high as investors shrugged off Budget concerns. Analysts indicate a continuing bullish trend if support levels hold
India aims to become a USD 30 trillion economy with a per capita income of USD 18,000 by 2047, according to NITI Aayog’s "Vision for Viksit Bharat @ 2047: An Approach Paper." This ambitious goal requires India to avoid the Middle-Income Trap by significantly boosting its GDP and per capita income.
Nirmala Sitharaman accused Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah of concealing facts in the Rs 187 crore scam involving the Valmiki Scheduled Tribe Corporation. She highlighted illegal fund transfers and questioned the involvement of government officials. The scam led to arrests and resignations, sparking outrage over the misuse of SC/ST money.
President Mohamed Muizzu of the Maldives has expressed gratitude to India and China for their crucial support in addressing the nation's economic challenges and looming debt crisis. Speaking at an event marking the country's 59th independence anniversary, Muizzu acknowledged the significant assistance from both countries in helping to strengthen the Maldivian economy and ensure its sovereignty.
Manu Bhaker makes history: Olympic bronze in shooting ends India's 12-year wait; See pictures
Shreya Yadav, a 22-year-old civil services aspirant, along with Taniya Soni and Naveen Dalvin, tragically died in a flooded basement at Rau's IAS study circle in Delhi. Shreya's family, devastated and seeking justice, questions the system's negligence and demands accountability. The local administration is assisting in bringing her remains home. This incident highlights severe safety lapses and raises concerns about regulations at private institutes.
Nikhat Zareen, a two-time world champion, advanced to the women's 50kg Olympics' pre-quarterfinals after a 5-0 victory over Maxi Karina Kloetzer. She faces top-seeded Wu Yu of China on Thursday.
Subhas Chandra Bose's grandnephew, Chandra Kumar Bose, urged Prime Minister Narendra Modi to bring back Netaji's remains from Japan's Renkoji temple by August 18. Bose stressed that the declassification of files confirmed Netaji's death in an air crash on August 18, 1945. He highlighted that Netaji's daughter wishes to perform his last rites in India and called for a memorial in Delhi. Despite ongoing appeals, the government has yet to respond. The Renkoji temple's high priest also supports returning Netaji's remains to India.
After a thrilling 3-2 victory over New Zealand, India's men's hockey team aims for a consistent performance against Argentina in their second Olympic match on Monday. Captain Harmanpreet Singh secured the win with a last-minute penalty stroke. India faces tough opponents in Pool B, including Belgium and Australia. With a strong defense led by PR Sreejeesh and a solid midfield, India hopes to secure a quarterfinal spot with a win against Argentina, known for their aggressive play and close marking. Читать дальше...
Sun Pharma's stock recently broke out of a consolidation range set since March 2024, hitting a new record high of Rs 1722. Experts recommend short-term traders to buy with a target above Rs 1,900 within 1-2 months as the stock rallied over 50% in three months but entered the oversold zone, signaling potential consolidation.
Manu Bhaker from Jhajjar, Haryana, has become the first Indian woman shooter to win an Olympic medal, securing a bronze in the 10m pistol event in Paris. Born in 2002, she has excelled in various competitions, including the Youth Olympic Games and Commonwealth Games, and was awarded the Arjuna Award in 2020.
Bollywood star Ranbir Kapoor has praised Prime Minister Narendra Modi for his oratory skills and "magnetic charm" but ruled out himself from taking the political plunge. The "Animal" actor was in conversation with Zerodha co-founder Nikhil Kamath on his "People by WTF" podcast. While he doesn't think much about politics, Ranbir said he remembers his first acquaintance with the prime minister back in 2019 when he and other industry colleagues, including now wife Alia Bhatt, "Sanju" co-star Vicky Kaushal and producer Karan Johar... Читать дальше...
You won't have heard of Warren Buffet taking trading bets, only and only investing that too long term. But the majority of us think that we have the capability of doing both trading and investing. So, a part of us thinks that we are better sorted than him. In reality, trading and investing are very different both in terms of skill sets, requirement of capital and finally the returns which one is able to generate from each of them. That is probably the reason that even the most exceptional wealth... Читать дальше...
Indian shooter Manu Bhaker won the bronze medal in women's 10 m air pistol shooting at the Paris Olympics, marking India's first Olympic medal in 2024. Bhaker's victory, despite intense competition from top shooters, is a significant milestone for Indian shooting and a testament to her international prowess.
India can guide developing nations craft effective health programmes by sharing its long history of tackling maternal, child, and adolescent health challenges, Rajat Khosla, Executive Director, Partnership for Maternal Newborn and Child Health (PMNCH), said. India, as one of the prominent leaders of the Global South, can play a crucial role in sharing best practices for improving health outcomes, Khosla in an exclusive interview told PTI.
The world suffered a major computer systems outage on July 19 due to a faulty update to the CrowdStrike Falcon Sensor software leading to crash of Microsoft Windows operating system. The event grounded numerous flights, hit business, banking and hospital systems across the globe including in India.
The Paris Olympics 2024 began with a historic opening ceremony on July 26 along the River Seine. The event featured 85 boats carrying nearly 7,000 athletes from 205 countries. Highlights included performances by Lady Gaga and Celine Dion, a masked torchbearer, and a caped rider delivering the Olympic flag on a motorized horse. The ceremony, attended by 320,000 spectators and millions worldwide, marked the first time an Olympic opening was held outside a stadium.
The Delhi Fire Services (DFS) faced significant challenges during a rescue operation at a coaching center in central Delhi, where three civil services aspirants died due to a flooded basement following heavy rain. Despite the lack of fire-related issues, five fire tenders were dispatched. The primary difficulty was pumping out water due to the high water level. The building owner, who violated fire norms by using the basement as a library/classroom, has been arrested along with the coordinator. Police... Читать дальше...
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Indian table tennis sensation Sreeja Akula won over Sweden's Christina Kallberg in the women's singles event at the Paris Olympics. Akula started her debut with a 9-2 lead, then quickly dominated the game with precise backhand and forehand shots. She accumulated points quickly in the third game, but Kallberg lost the third game 11-7.
The Income Tax Department urged taxpayers to file accurate returns and avoid false claims for deductions or expenses to ensure timely refunds. As of July 26, over five crore returns had been submitted. The deadline for non-audited accounts is July 31. Refund delays can be addressed through the e-filing account under the 'pending action and worklist section'.
