According to Railways Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw, modification and upgradation in passenger coaches is a continuous process for the railways. "To facilitate ease of travel for mothers travelling with their babies, two baby berths were provided as attachment to two lower berths in one coach of Train No. 12229/30 Lucknow Mail on trial basis," the minister said in a written reply.
The India Meteorological Department announced the likelihood of above-normal rainfall for the latter half of the monsoon season, driven by potential La Nina conditions. August may see a brief lull, but overall rainfall will remain unaffected. September could bring flooding and landslides in certain areas. Some regions may still experience below-normal rainfall.
Hyundai, Kia, Tata, and Mahindra opposed Uttar Pradesh's incentives for hybrid cars, stressing it hinders electric vehicle adoption and investment plans. The state recently made hybrids cheaper by waiving certain taxes, favoring competitors like Toyota. The government is currently reviewing the concerns, with a decision expected post an August 11 industry meeting.
Hyundai, Kia, Tata, and Mahindra opposed Uttar Pradesh's incentives for hybrid cars, stressing it hinders electric vehicle adoption and investment plans. The state recently made hybrids cheaper by waiving certain taxes, favoring competitors like Toyota. The government is currently reviewing the concerns, with a decision expected post an August 11 industry meeting.
Eicher Motors, Maruti Suzuki, Tata Motors, Hindalco and JSW Steel were among the top losers on NSE in today's trade.
In its action taken report tabled in Parliament in February, the committee then chaired by late Sushil Modi had asked the government to press the Supreme Court and the 25 high courts to share their response at the earliest on its recommendation that judges can go for "staggered" vacation keeping in mind the huge pendency of cases.
Researchers found that unusual weather patterns driven by the El Nino event from 1904-1907 may have facilitated the spread of a new cholera strain in India, resulting in a significant rise in fatalities. The study draws connections between climate conditions and cholera deaths during the early 20th-century pandemic in India.
The domestic market saw a broad sell-off today. The Nifty50 fell 1.2% to 24,717, and the Sensex dropped 1.1% to 80,982.
The Indian rupee fell to a record low of 83.75 against the U.S. dollar amid a global equity sell-off and geopolitical tensions. Weak U.S. factory data and local equities' downturn contributed to the decline, while RBI interventions mitigated further drops.
Jung, who was nicknamed 'goldfinger' at the peak of his prowess after fetching an astonishing seven gold, five silver and two bronze medals in the 2006 and 2010 Commonwealth Games, said he needs at least two months to pack up and leave.
Taking cues from a sell-off on Wall Street due to concerns over US growth and a decline in Asian markets, the Nifty and Sensex closed over 1% lower on Friday, dragged down by auto, energy, and IT stocks.
The government informed Parliament that a 1600-megawatt coal-based power project in Mirzapur, Uttar Pradesh involves no forest land within its site, but requires 8.35 hectares for a water pipeline and access road externally. The National Green Tribunal has raised concerns, and environmental impact assessments are being conducted.
The Central Electricity Authority (CEA) has approved the detailed project report of two hydro pumped storage plants in India, the 600 MW Upper Indravati in Odisha and the 2,000 MW Sharavathy in Karnataka. The CEA revised guidelines to simplify the process for preparing detailed project reports (DPRs) of PSPs and their concurrence. The ministry said the government prioritizes the development of energy storage systems, particularly PSPs, to ensure energy security.
Indian shooter Manu Bhaker's two Olympic bronze medals at the Paris Games have attracted a plethora of advertisers eager to have her endorse their brands. As many as 40 brands have shown interest, ready to invest significantly, according to TimesOfIndia.com. Bhaker's journey to Paris was not straightforward, as her Olympic debut in Tokyo three years ago was marred by a malfunctioning pistol.
Talking to the media from a relief camp at Meppadi, the elderly woman narrated the astounding account of how she and her grandchild spent the night next to a wild tusker and remained unharmed.
Dhanuka Agritech revealed a Rs 100 crore share buyback at Rs 2,000 per share, prompting a 5% rise in share price to Rs 1,828.30. The buyback covers 1.10% of equity shares, with an August 16 record date. Additionally, the company reported a 49% YoY increase in PAT for Q1FY25.
Slowing demand for electric vehicles at a time when customers are trying to clear excess semiconductor inventory has hurt demand for companies such as Microchip Technology. "While the 'green shoots' we observed last quarter have continued, they have not developed as robustly as anticipated," CEO Ganesh Moorthy said in a statement.
How to File Belated ITR: A big disadvantage of filing a belated income tax return (ITR) is that, starting August 1, i.e., after the July 31 deadline, individuals cannot opt for the old tax regime when filing their tax return for FY24. The new tax regime is the default under the current income tax laws.
Agriculture Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan criticized the opposition on Friday, noting that while people recall Lord Krishna from the Mahabharata, the opposition associates with Shakuni, Chaupar, and Chakravyuh—symbols of deceit. He targeted Congress with the remark, "Jaki rahi bhavna jaisi, prabhu murat dekhi tin taisi," meaning one sees the divine according to their own perception.
A Delhi court will decide on August 16 whether to charge Congress leader Jagdish Tytler in connection with the 1984 anti-Sikh riots. The decision was postponed due to the judge's leave. Tytler is accused of inciting a mob that resulted in the deaths of three people at Pul Bangash gurudwara.
Over the past three years, a select group of 16 equity mutual funds have demonstrated remarkable performance, each delivering returns exceeding 30%. This impressive feat highlights and growth potential of well-managed equity investments, even in fluctuating market conditions.
The liberalised geospatial policy in India has spurred intense competition in the mapping industry, with local firms like Ola and MapMyIndia taking on Google Maps. These changes have unlocked significant market potential, encouraging innovation and price cuts. The policy shift enables Indian companies to operate more freely, promising growth and new opportunities for various sectors.
Yusuf Dikec, a Turkish Olympic shooter, made headlines by winning a silver medal in the mixed team 10m air pistol event. His relaxed shooting style, avoiding specialized gear, drew significant attention. Rigorous preparation was key to their success. Dikec's military background was also highlighted by social media users amidst online discussions.
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