India's Union Health Ministry has introduced its first Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for the seamless transport of human organs. The new guidelines allow airlines to request priority take-off and landing, arrange front-row seats, and facilitate late check-ins for medical staff. The SOPs also include protocols for creating "green corridors" for uninterrupted organ transport and priority transit for metro and road travel. Developed with input from NITI Aayog and transplant professionals, these... Читать дальше...
ETMarkets identified four penny stocks that saw price increases of 10-25% during the week
National Sister's Day, held on the first Sunday of August, celebrates the unique bond between sisters. On August 4, 2024, people showed appreciation for their sisters through meaningful gestures and quality time. The day encouraged reflecting on shared experiences and expressing gratitude. Many shared heartfelt wishes and messages to celebrate the occasion.
Low blood sugar breakfast: Moong dal cheela, besan chilla, methi thepla and more diabetes friendly breakfasts for the week
Seven people were killed and 25 injured when a bus overturned on the Lucknow-Agra Expressway in the Usrahar area. The bus, with a Nagaland number plate, collided with a car from the wrong lane, causing the bus to careen into a roadside ditch. The injured, one critically injured, were admitted to a hospital.
Sectorally, there was buying in healthcare stocks, while profit-taking was observed in IT, auto, metal, and real estate sectors.
US President Joe Biden reportedly told Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to "stop bullshitting me" during a call after Netanyahu promised progress on a hostages-for-ceasefire deal with Hamas. Biden, concerned about potential delays for internal political reasons, also warned Netanyahu not to take him for granted.
The US military has destroyed an Iranian-backed Houthi cruise missile in Yemen, citing imminent threats to US and coalition forces. Meanwhile, Britain's maritime agency reported missile attacks on two vessels off Yemen, with one sustaining minor damage. These events come amid escalating tensions in the West Asia region following recent high-profile assassinations and ongoing Houthi attacks on shipping routes. The US is increasing its military presence in response to these developments.
Manipur Chief Minister N Biren Singh has announced the appointment of Indian Reserve Battalion (IRB) battalions as part of the state highway protection force to curb menaces along highways and provide adequate protection to the people. The state government has dedicated battalions of 10 IRB and 11 IRB to train in Assam. Hmar Inpui, a Hmar community, condemned the peace initiative held on August 1, 2024, and declared the efforts as null and void.
Wayanad Landslide: Congress leader Shashi Tharoor's caption "Some memories of a memorable day in Wayanad" drew criticism amid the ongoing landslide disaster. Critics, including BJP leader Amit Malviya, argued the term was insensitive. Tharoor defended his language, explaining it referred to the significance of the relief work. Relief efforts continue with advanced technology and government plans for new housing. The death toll has risen to 358, with recovery operations ongoing.
The Street will react to major earnings reports from SBI, Divi’s Laboratories, Titan, and Britannia when markets resume trading on Monday. Additionally, 922 BSE-listed companies will announce April-June earnings, including Bharti Airtel and Tata Power. Indian markets will take cues from US market closures and GIFT Nifty futures.
A 2023 parliamentary report reveals that a significant portion of SC/ST job quotas in central government positions remains unfilled annually, particularly at higher levels. Notably, SCs and STs only exceed their quota percentages in lower-level Group C jobs and among sanitation workers.
US Vice President Kamala Harris' husband, Doug Emhoff, has admitted to having an extramarital affair during his first marriage. Emhoff had a relationship with a teacher at Emhoff's children's school, but the pregnancy ended in a miscarriage. The couple was married to his first wife, Kerstin Emhoff, but were separated when the affair occurred. Emhoff and Harris have two adult children, Ella and Cole.
Loan loss provisions increased 70% year on year to ₹4,518 crore from ₹2,652 crore in the year earlier, squeezing net profit despite loan growth remaining strong. Chairman Dinesh Khara said the provisions were mostly related to legacy standard assets and the asset-quality outlook for the bank remained unchanged."We don't have any challenges in asset quality," Khara said.
Operating profit for the quarter was 41% higher at ₹311 crore compared with ₹221 crore. Net interest income rose 36% at ₹573 crore.
The International Olympic Committee does not award prize money to winners at the Paris 2024 Games, but many nations and territories offer incentives to their athletes. These include exemptions from compulsory military service, cars, cows, apartments, and free food deliveries. South Korea grants athletes exemption from 18 months of compulsory military service, while India offers unlimited free air travel for a year and a new seven-seater SUV. Poland offers a cash prize of 250,000 zlotys ($63,000)... Читать дальше...
Net Interest Income (NII), or the difference between the income earned on lending and cost of borrowing, increased 6% from a year ago to ₹6,275.8 crore, the bank said on Saturday.
Sometimes stocks are tactical buys rather than long term investment. where one acquires them for their dividends, keeps them for a medium term and sells them when they give modest capital gains. The question would then arise: why buy a stock for modest capital gains, when other stocks could provide a higher capital appreciation? The reason dividend-yielding stocks should be in your portfolio is that when markets are bearish or have a corrective phase, income from dividends ensures that once a stock... Читать дальше...
The Chhattisgarh High Court has dismissed a petition of a woman teacher accused of abetting the suicide of a student. The court ruled that corporal punishment is not in line with a child's right to life guaranteed by Article 21 of the Constitution of India. The court dismissed the petition, which sought to quash the FIR and chargesheet in the abetment of suicide case. The court emphasized that being small does not make a child less human than a grown-up. The petitioner's lawyer argued that Jose merely... Читать дальше...
Olympics 2024 India Schedule: India is set for a thrilling Sunday at the Paris Olympics, featuring numerous high-stakes events across various sports. Shubhankar Sharma and Gaganjeet Bhullar will compete in the men's individual stroke play in golf, while shooters Vijayveer Sidhu and Anish Bhanwala will compete in the men's 25M rapid pistol event. Raiza Dhillon and Maheshwari Chauhan will compete in the women's skeet qualification, while the Indian men's hockey team faces a crucial quarterfinal match against Great Britain.
Friendship Day 2024, set for August 4th, highlighted worldwide appreciation for friendships. Originated in 1930, the day found popularity in Paraguay in 1958 and received UN recognition in 2011. Celebrations have transformed from card exchanges to digital communications, emphasizing the lasting connections and the joy friends bring into our lives.
The Land and Development Office (L&DO) has halted the eviction at Delhi's Khyber Pass, affecting Olympian Samaresh Jung and 200 other residents. Jung, facing eviction after returning from the Paris Olympics, had only 48 hours to vacate his home of 75 years. He has requested more time to relocate as he challenges the eviction notice in court. The demolition drive, following a recent court ruling, has been paused pending further hearings.
