The Supreme Court has authorized state-run NBCC to generate an additional Rs 15,000 crore by developing more flats in Amrapali projects. This funding will help complete homes for 16,000 existing buyers whose construction was stalled.
UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer was warmly received by French President Emmanuel Macron in Paris as the British government aims to improve post-Brexit relationships with Europe. The talks will focus on security, economic growth, and migration. This visit follows Starmer's trip to Berlin where treaty discussions were initiated with Chancellor Olaf Scholz.
Lucknow will host a friendly football match between Mohun Bagan SG and East Bengal FC on September 2, 2024, at KD Singh Babu Stadium. This initiative by the AIFF aims to promote football in Uttar Pradesh. The event is supported by the Uttar Pradesh government, and the stadium underwent significant renovations for the occasion.
French Grandmaster Alireza Firouzja clinched the Sinquefield Cup, remaining undefeated, and won the Grand Chess tour 2024. Firouzja led the tournament with Fabiano Caruana in second place. Indian duo R Praggnanandhaa and D Gukesh tied for the fifth spot, showing promise ahead of the chess Olympiad starting in a fortnight.
The U.S. Defense Department, NASA, and other agencies funded research resulting in over 1,000 U.S. patents for China-based inventors since 2010. This revelation raises concerns over the U.S.-China Science and Technology Agreement, which critics believe unfairly benefits China. The patents were in fields such as biotechnology, semiconductors, and medical technology.
Sundaram Mutual Fund has launched a Prosperity SIP facility for investments under the growth option of eligible schemes of the fund and has also enabled SIP Top up facility in BSE and NSE platforms into the schemes of the fund house.
Pakistan cricket team has dropped fast bowler Shaheen Shah Afridi for leg-spinner Abrar Ahmed in an effort to level the two-test series against Bangladesh. Pakistan coach Jason Gillespie cited Afridi's need to work on his bowling. Pakistan aims to bounce back after losing the first test to Bangladesh in Rawalpindi.
Over the last decade, five F&O stocks showed positive seasonality in September with average returns over 5%, including TVS Motor, Deepak Nitrite, Abbott India, Escorts Kubota, and Zee Entertainment. Conversely, ICICI Bank, APSEZ, SBI, Cummins India, and Dabur India had negative seasonality, with average losses of 2% or more.
Congress lauds President Droupadi Murmu's remarks on crimes against women following a brutal Kolkata incident. Murmu calls for India to tackle the mindset demeaning women and urges for an end to atrocities. Congress emphasizes nationwide concerns and highlights the need for representation of all affected regions.
Retail inflation for farm and rural workers in India showed a decline in July, registering at 6.17 per cent and 6.20 per cent, respectively. This marks a fall from June's rates of 7.02 per cent and 7.04 per cent. The All-India Consumer Price Index for Agricultural and Rural Labourers increased by 10 points each, reaching 1,290 and 1,302.
A state report revealed that the fatal explosion at an industrial unit in Anakapalli, Andhra Pradesh on August 21, caused by an MTBE leak, could have been avoided. The leak was detected before the explosion but was not attended to immediately due to a lunch break, leading to a blast that killed 17 people.
Kamala Harris leads Donald Trump 45% to 41% in a Reuters/Ipsos poll, showing increased voter enthusiasm ahead of the November election. Harris has gained support among women and Hispanics. The state-by-state race remains tight, with Trump leading in key battleground states 45% to 43%. Harris has energized Democratic voters significantly.
The Nifty Pharma index closed 0.48 per cent down at 22878.05.
Lawyers who successfully challenged Elon Musk's $56 billion pay package are seeking $6 billion in fees. Delaware's Court of Chancery Judge Kathaleen McCormick is considering both the fee request and the impact of a June shareholder vote that may have reinstated Musk's pay, potentially affecting the fee decision.
Madhya Pradesh government has suspended six Government Railway Police officers, including a station in-charge, following the beating of a woman and her grandson in Katni district. The video of the incident, shared by the opposition Congress, resulted in a preliminary probe. A senior official mentioned that questioning from October last year led to the incident, and further investigation is underway.
Cybertech Sys, Aarey Drugs, Gokul Agro Resources, Genesys Intnl and Pokarna Ltd, hit their fresh 52-week highs during the day.
XRP is showing signs of recovery, jumping 40% on the monthly chart and currently priced above $0.6. Ripple Labs' legal issues with the SEC are nearing resolution, which could drive further price gains. The Meme Games, a new meme coin inspired by the Olympics, is also garnering investor interest.
Over 50 hospitalized and 9 deaths reported in a major Listeria outbreak. Contaminated deli meats are linked to the outbreak. Learn about symptoms and safety tips.
In New Delhi, RIL Chairman Mukesh Ambani announced Jio's ambitious goal to add a million broadband homes each month, aiming for 100 million home broadband customers rapidly. Having already clocked a million JioAirFiber customers in six months, Jio now targets over 20 million small businesses, 1.5 million educational institutions, and numerous healthcare facilities.
The Congress has criticized Narendra Modi's government, claiming it fosters economic inequality. A report from Hurun India Rich List reveals India created a new billionaire every five days in 2023. Congress alleges the government's silence on global billionaire tax is deliberate, pointing to Adani's wealth surge as evidence.
Errol Morris premiered his documentary 'Separated' at the Venice Film Festival, criticizing the Trump administration's policy of separating migrant children from their parents. The policy, part of a 'zero-tolerance' approach to illegal immigration, led to over 4,000 children being separated. The film is based on a book by journalist Jacob Soboroff.
Both free-speech advocates and authoritarian governments have spoken in Durov's defense since his weekend arrest. The case has also called attention to the challenges of policing illegal activity online, and to the Russia-born Durov's own unusual biography and multiple passports.
