With Sheikh Hasina's departure from power in Bangladesh, the country has witnessed significant unrest, including violence and destruction led by Jamaat-e-Islami and its student wing. Over 200 people have died since the government fell. The US and Britain, observing from afar, are optimistic about the potential for democracy, while India faces immediate security concerns due to its proximity.
The Paris Olympics medals have been reported to lose its luster within a week of being awarded, according to the athletes who have received them. One of the Olympians even shared a picture of the discolored bronze medal, that was in perfect condition when it was provided at the medal ceremony.
From 2018-19 to 2022-23, Indian Railways' earnings from flexi fare, tatkal, and premium tatkal tickets comprised around 5% of total passenger services revenue. Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw, responding to MP John Brittas, clarified that full refunds are made for waitlisted tickets, except for clerkage charges, but cancellation revenue is not documented separately.
The company follows an October–September period to report its quarterly results. Total revenue was up 7% at Rs 5203 crore against Rs 4873 crore. The company’s new orders stood at Rs. 6,245 crore, an increase of 18% over the same period last year. Revenue from energy segment declined from Rs 1,518 crore to Rs 1,485 crore year-on-year.
BSNL has launched a new OTA and USIM platform, enabling 4G and 5G compatibility and allowing mobile subscribers to choose their numbers and replace SIMs without geographical restrictions. Developed with Pyro Holdings, this platform is part of BSNL's efforts to upgrade its network and enhance connectivity across rural and remote areas.
During the quarter, revenue from operations jumped 83% to Rs 638 crore. Consolidated Ebitda was up four times to Rs 157 crore against Rs 35 crore in the first quarter of the last fiscal year.
Assam's Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma pointed to a declining Hindu population resembling trends in Bangladesh and blamed USTM University for severe flash floods in Guwahati. He intends to address the issue with Meghalaya's Chief Minister Conrad Sangma to find a solution to the ongoing problems caused by deforestation and water blockage.
Union Law Minister Arjun Ram Meghwal revealed that there were no plans to make voting mandatory or limit election freebies, as informed to the Lok Sabha. The Election Commission indicated a 65.79% turnout in the recent Lok Sabha elections, with Assam having the highest voter participation and Bihar the lowest across all phases.
Ben Affleck's marriage with Jennifer Lopez is in shambles and he shoulders the responsibilities of his new studio, Artists Equity. The 'Pearl Harbor' star doesn't have the time and energy he needs to devote to his closest friends.
The lender's total income grew 33.5% at Rs 641 crore. Pre-provision operating profit was 50.4% higher at Rs 223 crore.
The Union Cabinet, headed by PM Narendra Modi, approved several key projects for railways, housing, and farmer welfare. Eight new railway projects will focus on tribal regions, with significant investments in high-speed road corridors and urban housing under the PMAY-U 2.0 Scheme. The development will mainly benefit Odisha, West Bengal, Bihar, Jharkhand, and the Northeast.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has approved the extension of the Pradhan Mantri JI-VAN Yojana for another five years. The scheme supports bio-ethanol projects using lignocellulosic biomass. Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw highlighted upcoming plans for ethanol blending in aviation fuel. The scheme's financial outlay stands at Rs. 1969.50 crore until 2023-24.
Minister of Information and Broadcasting Ashwani Vaishnaw stated that Baba Saheb Ambedkar's principles do not include the concept of a creamy layer within Scheduled Castes (SCs) and Scheduled Tribes (STs) reservations.
The Union Cabinet, led by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, has approved the Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana-Urban 2.0 Scheme, which aims to construct three crore new houses at a cost of ₹3,60,000 crore. This scheme will provide two crore houses in rural areas and one crore in urban areas, continuing the significant impact of the original Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana.
The statement by the cofounder of Info Edge comes at a time when the markets are making fresh highs and the share prices of some of the companies in his portfolio, such as Zomato and PB Fintech, are soaring.
Last week, Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell indicated a cut in the bank rates in September. However, experts believe the Fed may convene an emergency meeting to slash the interest rates before September, considering the impending sluggishness in the economy. It may relieve credit card holders who have taken up debts.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi's Union Cabinet has approved eight major railway projects with a budget of Rs 24,657 crore. Covering seven states, these initiatives will expand Indian Railways' network by 900 km and build 64 new stations. These projects aim to improve connectivity, enhance efficiency, and support comprehensive regional development.
At the 29th foundation day of NEDFi in Guwahati, Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma encouraged the financial institution to collaborate with the Assam government to boost women entrepreneurship. Emphasizing the Mukhyamantri Mahila Udyamita Scheme, he proposed that NEDFi support micro-lending. Lauding NEDFi's 2022 scheme, which benefited over 10,000 entrepreneurs, Sarma also unveiled a digital app for the scheme.
At a meeting in Astana, Kazakhstan President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev called for a focus on regional security, cooperation, and prosperity among Central Asian nations. Key topics discussed included increasing interregional trade, large infrastructure projects, and partnerships in education and media. The event concluded with the signing of important regional cooperation documents and strategies.
MCU films Avengers: Doomsday and Avengers: Secret Wars have confirmed that Robert Downey Jr. will take on the role of Doctor Doom, the main antagonist in both movies.
This notice partially amends the previous exchange notices issued on June 2, 2023, and July 18, 2023, regarding Enhanced Surveillance Measures (ESM). All other provisions outlined in the earlier notices will remain unchanged, as stated in this notice. The list of scrips identified under the amended framework will be released separately.
