The 30-share BSE Sensex closed down 166.33 points at 78593.07
The Supreme Court agreed to list a plea from NCPCR seeking clarity on whether secular laws banning child marriage take precedence over Muslim personal law. The move follows conflicting judgments from various high courts. The case aims to settle these disparities, influenced by previous rulings from the Punjab and Haryana and Kerala High Courts.
Chief Minister N. Biren Singh of Manipur highlighted illegal immigration as a significant threat to indigenous populations, advocating for the deportation of those who entered after 1961. With a porous border complicating detection, the state identified over 10,000 illegal immigrants. Singh emphasized unity and central government assistance to tackle the issue effectively.
The 30-share BSE Sensex closed down 166.33 points at 78593.07
Electric vehicle sales saw a significant 55.2 per cent year-on-year increase in July, totaling 1,79,038 units. The growth was driven by a 96 per cent surge in e-two-wheeler sales. Electric two-wheelers sales stood at 1,07,016 units and three-wheelers at 63,667 units. Commercial vehicle sales doubled to 816 units. Passenger vehicles, however, declined by 2.92% to 7,541 units.
Vinesh Phogat's victory over Olympic champion Yui Susaki in the women's freestyle 50kg round at the Paris Olympics, followed by her semi-final qualification, highlights her resilience. Overcoming challenges like protests and injury, Phogat's achievement underscores her determination, making her the first Indian woman wrestler to qualify for three consecutive Olympics.
John Schulman, cofounder of OpenAI, departed to join Anthropic. Greg Brockman announced a year-end sabbatical, while Ilya Sutskever and Jan Leike also left the company. These movements underscore the competitive landscape and evolving priorities in AI research and development.
BJP MP Kangana Ranaut commented on Bangladesh's recent upheaval, claiming it reflects tendencies in Islamic republics to target other religions. She highlighted attacks on Hindu temples following Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina's resignation. Ranaut urged vigilance against international forces and emphasized preserving Sanatan traditions and democracy, commending Prime Minister Modi's leadership.
The NSE Nifty index closed 63.05 points down at 23992.55
The Supreme Court rejected requests for early hearings in the Shiv Sena and NCP disputes, highlighting its busy schedule. Chief Justice Chandrachud addressed the demands from the Uddhav Thackeray and Sharad Pawar factions against decisions by Assembly Speaker Rahul Narwekar. The court granted Ajit Pawar's group 10 days to respond.
The short-term outlook for Nifty remains weak, with a decisive drop below 24,000-23,900 potentially pushing Nifty down to the next support level of 23,625. Immediate resistance is at 24,190, according to Nagaraj Shetti of HDFC Securities. Open Interest (OI) data indicates the highest OI on the call side is at the 24,300 and 24,500 strike prices, while on the put side, it is concentrated at the 23,500 strike price.
An activist linked to the Akhil Bharat Hindu Mahasabha was arrested for performing a water ritual and raising a saffron flag at Taj Mahal, claiming it was originally a Shiva temple. The Central Industrial Security Force detained her and is questioning her. Earlier, two individuals from the same group were arrested for similar actions at the monument.
HDFC Life, SBI Life, Tata Consumer, BPCL and Shriram Finance were among the top losers on NSE in today's trade.
BJP MP Nishikant Dubey addressed Anurag Thakur's caste remarks against Rahul Gandhi in the Lok Sabha. He stated that the Congress leader doesn't have a caste and apologised on Thakur's behalf. Dubey criticised the Congress for advocating a nationwide caste census and alleged that the party opposes reservation for OBCs while aiming to introduce reservations for Christians and Muslims. Thakur's comments sparked a contentious exchange between opposition and treasury members.
Pushkar Singh Dhami, the Chief Minister of Uttarakhand, stated that helicopter services to Kedarnath would restart on Wednesday with a fare reduction of 25% for pilgrims. The heavy rain caused significant damage, disrupting the trek route, utilities, and communications. Rescue operations are nearly completed, and efforts are concentrated on repairing infrastructure and ensuring pilgrimage resumption.
Bangladesh's president dissolved parliament on Tuesday, paving the way for the formation of an interim government.
Hezbollah launched drone and rocket attacks into northern Israel on Tuesday, targeting military sites near Acre and an Israeli military vehicle. This escalation follows Israel's recent killing of Hezbollah commander Fuad Shukr. The attacks injured civilians near Nahariya and prompted Israeli airstrikes on Hezbollah facilities in southern Lebanon. Hezbollah has warned that its full retaliation is yet to come, raising concerns about a potential war in the Middle East. The conflict has intensified amid ongoing clashes between Hezbollah and Israel... Читать дальше...
Tata Power Company plans to acquire a 40 per cent stake in Khorlochhu Hydro Power Limited for Rs 830 crore to develop the 600 MW Khorlochhu Hydropower Project in Bhutan with an investment of Rs 6,900 crore, aiming to accelerate its clean energy transition; the acquisition will be done in tranches over six months as per a Share Purchase Agreement with current shareholders.
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Congress MP Amar Singh criticized the Union Budget 2024-25 for ignoring the needs of the salaried and middle classes while favoring the rich. He questioned its impact on unemployment and household expenses. BJP MP Nishikant Dubey praised the budget, highlighting employment generation and India's economic growth. The debate reflected differing views on the budget's impact on society.
Electronics engineering (40%) remains highly sought-after across various industries, with a growing emphasis on AI, Machine Learning, and Cloud Computing integration, while mechanical engineering (22%) sees a rise in demand for CAD specialists, followed by CAE experts with strong engineering principles knowledge, according to the survey.
Tata Power Q1 Results: Tata Power today reported a consolidated net profit of Rs 1,189 crore for the quarter ended June 30, 2024, which was up by over 4% from Rs 1,141 crore reported by the company in the year ago period.
China is rapidly expanding its naval fleet, surpassing other nations in shipbuilding numbers. The People’s Liberation Army Navy (PLAN) is growing in size and capability, with advanced destroyers and submarines being constructed at a remarkable pace. This expansion, including the use of dual-purpose shipyards and civilian vessels, is part of China’s broader strategy to enhance its maritime power. Experts warn that this growth, coupled with a coercive approach, could impact global naval dynamics and regional security.
The 30-share BSE Sensex closed down 166.33 points at 78593.07