The University of Southampton is set to establish the first offshore campus of a foreign university in India under the new National Education Policy. The campus will be in Gurugram and is expected to start academic programmes by July 2025. The degrees awarded will be equivalent to those from the host university in the UK.
Sheetal Devi, a 17-year-old Indian para-archer born with phocomelia, is aiming for gold at the Paris 2024 Paralympics. Despite her rare congenital disorder, she excels in archery using a customized bow designed by her coach. Devi's journey has seen her rise to world number one in her category, earning multiple awards and recognition.
Pavel Durov, the CEO of Telegram, is being charged in France with a preliminary offense for allegedly permitting illegal activity on Telegram.
Life Insurance Corporation of India (LIC) has paid the Indian government a dividend of Rs 3,662.17 crore, its largest shareholder. This payment follows a final dividend declaration of Rs 6 per share for FY 2023-24, totaling Rs 6,103.62 crore for the year.
The Ministry of Defence has advised Indian drone manufacturers to avoid using Chinese parts. The call came after concerns surfaced regarding the use of Chinese components in drones supplied to the armed forces. Industry bodies have been asked to caution manufacturers, while the Defence Ministry is reviewing procurement policies for drone components.
As Labor Day weekend approaches, it not only signals the unofficial end of summer but also presents a prime opportunity to score the best deals on fashion essentials.
LIC has received a GST notice amounting to Rs 294 crore and a penalty of Rs 29.4 crore from the Deputy Commissioner of State Tax in Mumbai for incorrect availment and short reversal of ITC and interest on late payments. The company also faces an interest charge of Rs 281 crore. LIC states there is no significant impact on its financials or operations.
Maharashtra's Deputy CM Ajit Pawar addressed a rally, emphasizing the government's commitment to welfare schemes like the 'Ladki Bahin' scheme and free cooking gas cylinders, amid accusations from the opposition. Pawar assured that Maharashtra's finances are stable and the schemes would continue if their coalition is re-elected, while promising strict action in the Shivaji Maharaj statue collapse incident.
Pepe Unchained ($PEPU) has achieved a significant milestone by surpassing $9 million in its presale, approaching an early sell-out. The layer-2 blockchain project aims to enhance meme coin trading with faster transaction speeds and lower fees, positioning itself uniquely in the market.
India plans to introduce a repairability index for mobile phones and electronics to tackle e-waste and promote repair-friendly products. Led by the Consumer Affairs Ministry, this initiative aims to inform consumers about product repair ease, potentially making India a global repair hub. The government is consulting stakeholders for effective implementation.
US Admiral Samuel Paparo stated that American forces are prepared with several options to address increasing aggression in the South China Sea if directed to do so, in coordination with treaty ally the Philippines. The Philippines' military chief Gen Romero Brawner Jr highlighted escalating tensions with China and affirmed their capability to defend their waters.
The Congress disclosed to the Election Commission that Rahul Gandhi received Rs 70 lakh each for contesting the 2024 Lok Sabha elections from Wayanad and Rae Bareli. Other notable figures like Vikramaditya Singh and Kishori Lal Sharma also received significant monetary support. The party won 99 seats, with Gandhi retaining Rae Bareli after winning both seats.
Moody's Ratings has raised India's economic growth forecast for 2024 to 7.2% from 6.8%, citing a revival in rural demand and improved agricultural prospects. Growth for 2025 is projected at 6.6%. Key factors include easing inflation, healthy corporate balance sheets, and increased digital infrastructure investments.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi will visit Maharashtra to address the Global Fintech Fest (GFF) 2024 in Mumbai and lay the foundation stone for the Vadhvan Port project and fisheries initiatives. The port project aims to boost maritime trade, while the fisheries projects aim to enhance infrastructure and productivity in the sector.
Polls conducted by Fox News reveal that voter preferences are shifting in favor of Vice President Kamala Harris against former President Donald Trump in key Sun Belt areas. Reactions have been generated by the surveys, which emphasize how competitive the next election will be.
Realty developer Trehan Iris is partnering with Courtyard by Marriott to bring a Marriott hotel to Noida for the first time. The hotel, which will be part of the Iris Broadway, Greno West development, will feature 135 rooms and banquet facilities for over 2000 people. It is expected to open in 2027.
Mukesh Ambani's Reliance Industries is making significant strides in artificial intelligence with projects like Hanooman AI and JioPhoneCall AI. These initiatives aim to develop large AI models for India's diverse languages and socio-cultural contexts, contributing to Reliance's broader strategy to embed innovative technologies across its businesses to drive growth and value.
Birla Fertility & IVF plans to invest Rs 500 crore over the next 2-3 years to expand its presence in southern India. The company aims to establish 10-12 new centres and recently acquired BabyScience and ARMC IVF clinics, increasing its network to 50 clinics and bolstering its reach in Tier II and Tier III cities.
German inflation dropped to its lowest level in over three years in August, marking a significant decline to 1.9 percent from 2.3 percent in July. This fall strengthens the likelihood of another interest rate cut by the European Central Bank next month. The slowdown was driven by a decline in energy prices.
"The Night Agent" season 2 will be released on Netflix. Fans now want to know about the second season's release date.
Sebi chief Madhabi Puri Buch described compliance as a background hum, aiming for it to be seamless so entities can focus on national growth and citizen services. In her Global Fintech Fest 2024 keynote, she emphasized the need for regulatory standards to foster innovation and reduce integration costs in fintech.
