MEA Spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal addressed the press, underlining that the interests of the Bangladeshi people are a priority for both the Indian government and its citizens. Jaiswal noted, "The situation is evolving. It has been reported that this evening there will be a swearing-in of the interim government. Once those things take place, I would like to emphasise one thing, for the government and the people of India, the interest of the people of Bangladesh is foremost in our minds."
The NSE Nifty index closed 180.5 points down at 24117.0
The 30-share BSE Sensex closed down 581.79 points at 78886.22
Muhammad Yunus expressed concerns about the unrest in Bangladesh, fearing its regional impact. Disheartened by India's neutral stance, he highlighted the broader consequences of internal strife. Protests escalated over job quotas, leading to PM Sheikh Hasina's resignation. The unrest is linked to economic woes and accusations of government oppression during elections.
Tata Motors, an indigenous car manufacturer in India, unveiled the Tata Curvv EV, a new SUV
The EC delegation also comprising election commissioners Gyanesh Kumar and S S Sandhu was here on a three-day visit to review the preparedness for assembly polls in Jammu and Kashmir and take feedback from political parties. Talking to reporters after party-wise meetings with the poll panel's delegation, political leaders said they were unanimous in their demand for immediate assembly elections in the Union Territory (UT).
"During the quarter, the Bank's Monthly Transacting Users (MTU) exceeded 88 million giving a boost to customer deposits, which grew by 53 per cent year-on-year to Rs 2,943 crore," it said.
The extension in tenure of any existing scheme of a large value fund for accredited investors will be subject to such conditions as specified by the regulator.
The Power Finance Corporation received a 25.5 billion yen loan from the Japan Bank for International Cooperation to fund a wind energy project in Karnataka. This includes contributions from Sumitomo Mitsui Banking Corporation and other Japanese banks. The loan is part of JBIC's GREEN initiative, aimed at balancing economic growth with environmental preservation.
The Nifty Auto index closed 0.08 per cent down at 24917.35.
The RBI kept rates unchanged for the ninth consecutive meeting and maintained its 'withdrawal of accommodation' policy stance. Governor Shaktikanta Das cautioned against complacency despite the easing of core inflation, noting that the pace of inflation moderation has been slow. The market capitalisation of all listed companies on BSE dropped by Rs 2.8 lakh crore to Rs 445.77 lakh crore.
The Congress and the BJP have been reaping electoral gains by indulging in politics of religion and caste. But now it is time to focus on saving reservation, and ending poverty, unemployment, inflation, and backwardness, she said in another post. "In view of the doubts, apprehensions and objections raised on the Waqf (Amendment) Bill presented in Parliament today, it is appropriate to send this Bill to the Standing Committee of the House for better consideration. It would be better if the government... Читать дальше...
India's inaugural bullet train project between Ahmedabad and Mumbai involved the construction of a 7-kilometer undersea tunnel beneath Thane Creek. This tunnel forms part of a 21-kilometer underground stretch. Large tunnel boring machines with 13.6-meter cutter heads were utilized. The project aims for completion by the end of 2028.
The rupee declined slightly by 1 paisa to 83.96 against the US dollar after the Reserve Bank kept interest rates steady. Factors affecting the rupee included weak markets, rising oil prices, and foreign fund outflows.
In a volatile week, the Indian equity indices Nifty and Sensex sailed through the day eventually ending up in red. Here are the stocks that were in maximum action on Thursday:
Bids were invited for supply of 630 MW of firm and dispatchable power from an inter state transmission system or ISTS-connected renewable energy project SECI-FDRE-IV, JSW Energy said in an exchange filing. With the latest contract, the company's total locked-in generation capacity has increased to 16.4 GW, which includes a hybrid capacity of 2.3 GW, including FDRE (firm and dispatchable renewable energy).
IT companies are recovering from last year's decline, boosting hiring efforts. Indeed's report predicts an 8.5% increase in job roles by next year. The surge is driven by a growing need for software roles due to the adoption of AI, machine learning, and blockchain technologies. Startups and established companies are actively hiring developers to build and update software.
Gurugram-based GD Goenka University pledged Rs 1 crore in scholarships to sports students if Neeraj Chopra wins gold at Paris 2024 Olympics. The initiative aims to inspire young athletes. GD Goenka scholar Divya Jain is at the Olympics with the Indian athletics support team, highlighting the importance of athlete mental health.
Around 10 mutual funds held the largest positions by value in NSE-listed companies as of June 30, 2024
Here are the best rates for five-year fixed deposit offers by banks for senior citizens. (Interest rates as on August 1; Compiled by ETIG)
India hosted the ISSF World Cup Final at Karni Singh Ranges, featuring top shooters in pistol, rifle, and shotgun events. The competition included Olympic medalists and last year's title winners from Doha. Prize money and medals were awarded to the winners. Indian shooters could take advantage of wild-card entries.
The Waqf (Amendment) Bill, 2024, introduces key reforms to increase transparency and government oversight in Waqf property management. It mandates property verification, clarifies property classifications, and removes provisions for oral declarations. The bill also enhances dispute resolution mechanisms and ensures women's representation on Waqf boards. These changes aim to address concerns about the arbitrary powers and misuse of Waqf properties, promoting better governance and accountability.
