Imran Khan, former Pakistani prime minister and current prisoner, applied for the chancellor position at the University of Oxford. Following Chris Patten's resignation, Khan seeks this prestigious role. Khan graduated from Oxford in 1975, and his party believes his appointment would be significant for Asia and globally, given his influential background.
Japanese Foreign Minister Yoko Kamikawa is visiting New Delhi to engage in the third India-Japan '2+2' dialogue with Defence Minister Rajnath Singh and External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar. The discussions focused on strengthening bilateral strategic ties and reviewing the Indo-Pacific situation due to China's increased military activities. The participants also held separate bilateral talks on regional and global mutual interests. The visit aimed to deepen defence cooperation and reinforce the... Читать дальше...
The Calcutta High Court allowed the CBI to perform a lie detector test on the suspect in the RG Kar Hospital rape and murder case. FAIMA declared continued protests following an unfruitful discussion with the Health Ministry. The protests are in support of the junior doctor killed during a 36-hour duty shift.
The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) sold $2.11 billion on a net basis in the spot foreign exchange market in June, data released on Monday as part of the central bank's monthly bulletin showed.
Gen Anil Chauhan, Chief of Defence Staff, held discussions with Admiral Aleksandr Moiseev to boost maritime security and strategic cooperation. INS Tabar's visit to St. Petersburg during the Russian Navy Day Parade highlighted the growing defence partnership and strengthened maritime ties between India and Russia.
Influencer Sarah Sarosh removed a makeup video paired with details of a doctor's rape and murder in Kolkata after facing significant criticism. Viewers found it insensitive and tone-deaf. Sarosh apologized, admitting the mismatch between visuals and audio, and promised to be more mindful in future content.
The National Conference's manifesto for the upcoming Jammu and Kashmir elections promises to restore Article 370, statehood, and implement the 2000 Autonomy Resolution. The BJP government had abrogated Article 370 in 2019. The assembly elections will take place in three phases starting September 18, with results announced on October 4.
India currently consumes around 3.2 million tonne of coated steel each year, he told ET, adding that the demand for this product from the value-added segment is growing at a faster pace than that of steel.
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman chaired a meeting in Delhi to review Public Sector Banks' performance. Discussions included areas like Deposit Mobilisation, Digital Payments, Cyber Security, and Access to Credit under Financial Inclusion. Sitharaman urged banks to focus on efficient customer service, rural outreach, and increasing credit flow for initiatives like PM Surya Ghar Muft Bijli Yojana. Collaboration against fraud and cyber risks was also emphasized, along with implementing new credit assessment models for MSMEs.
Indian firms are turning to international markets to raise funds as global investor interest grows, and borrowing costs improve, reported the RBI. This external borrowing trend coincides with a decline in FDI inflows to $28.1 billion in 2023 from $49.3 billion in 2022, and banks are gearing up to strengthen their capital.
Superstar Rajinikanth, a name that resonates with unmatched charisma and unparalleled stardom, has graced the Indian film industry with some truly unforgettable performances.
Rahul Gandhi discussed the challenges faced by gig workers, particularly cab drivers and delivery agents, during an Uber ride with a driver. He emphasized the need for concrete policies by Congress-led state governments to address their issues, promising nationwide implementation through the INDIA bloc. Gandhi assured steps towards social security for these workers.
Indian markets closed flat on Monday with a negative bias. The BSE Sensex fell 12 points while the Nfity50 gained 31 points. Consumer durables, energy, and metals saw buying; capital goods, banks, and autos faced selling.
A total of 768 entities settled cases pertaining to alleged non-genuine trades at the stock options segment on the BSE with Sebi under the settlement scheme introduced in 2024, the markets regulator said on Monday.
Health officials confirmed that a 34-year-old Pakistan man diagnosed with mpox was infected with Clade 2b, not the new Clade 1b strain spreading in Africa. The World Health Organization has declared Clade 1b's rapid spread in Africa a public health emergency. Sweden also recorded its first Clade 1b case outside Africa.
Chirag Paswan of the LJP opposed lateral entry in government appointments, insisting on reservation provisions. The UPSC's recent lateral recruitment notification has drawn opposition criticism. Rahul Gandhi and Akhilesh Yadav argue it undermines reservation rights for OBCs, SCs, and STs, alleging Prime Minister Modi is attacking constitutional norms.
Tata Steel, JSW Steel, and other mining companies might face increased costs due to additional state-imposed mining taxes, as per a Supreme Court decision. This could reduce profitability and impact the value chain, causing inflation. States are now authorized to levy taxes and claim backdated royalties, significantly affecting the financial status of impacted companies.
Udayan Guha, a senior TMC minister, threatened those accusing Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee of a doctor’s alleged rape and murder. The case was handed over to the CBI following massive protests and hospital vandalism. Medical students continue their demonstrations, disrupting hospital services and causing nationwide concern.
Analysis by ixigo revealed an increase in airfare by 10-25% on major routes for Diwali and Onam. Delhi-Chennai flights saw a 25% rise, while Mumbai-Hyderabad fares increased by 21%. Meanwhile, fares on some routes, like Mumbai-Udaipur, dropped by up to 27%. Travel demand remains high, impacting ticket prices.
Chief Minister Siddaramaiah received temporary relief from the Karnataka High Court as a lower court in Bengaluru was restrained from deciding on a complaint against him until August 29. The complaint alleges his family received valuable property in exchange for land deals. Siddaramaiah challenged the Governor's order permitting his prosecution, arguing it violated natural justice. He called for a Congress Legislature Party meeting to address the crisis.
M&M, IndusInd Bank, Bajaj Auto, Axis Bank and SBI Life were among the top losers on NSE in today's trade.
