Independents and Latino voters who had previously supported Kamala Harris are beginning to favor Donald Trump, according to a recent poll.
India's drug regulator has suspended Entod Pharmaceuticals' permission to manufacture and sell PresVu Eye Drops. The company did not obtain clearance for its claim that the drops reduce dependency on reading glasses for presbyopia. Entod plans to challenge the suspension in court, asserting that their clinical trials demonstrated efficacy and safety.
India's decision to exempt foreign airlines from import service taxes is a significant boost for the aviation sector. The GST council's move aligns with global practices and enhances India's image in the industry. This change is expected to improve air connectivity, economic growth, and job creation in the country.
Jammu and Kashmir Bank's application to initiate insolvency proceedings against Essel Infraprojects Ltd has been admitted by the Mumbai bench of the National Company Law Tribunal. The lender claims an established case of default on dues amounting to Rs 87.43 crore. Hemant J. Mehta has been appointed as interim resolution professional.
James Rodriguez scored a penalty and provided an assist to help Colombia defeat Argentina 2-1 in a South American World Cup qualifier. Yerson Mosquera opened the scoring for Colombia, while Nico Gonzalez equalized for Argentina. Rodriguez's penalty secured the win, keeping Colombia unbeaten in qualifying and two points behind leaders Argentina.
ONGC Videsh, Oil India, and KABIL have signed a preliminary agreement with International Resources Holding RSC of the UAE to jointly acquire and develop critical mineral projects globally. This collaboration aims to leverage their combined expertise and resources to secure a stable supply of critical energy minerals, essential for the growing renewables and battery sectors.
The US-India partnership has reached new heights under the Biden-Harris administration, according to US deputy secretary of state Kurt Campbell. Speaking at the Indus-X summit, Campbell highlighted the importance of cooperation on critical technology for Indo-Pacific security. He emphasized that recent efforts have brought the partnership to 'escape velocity'.
India has surpassed China to become the second-largest market by sales for French distiller Pernod Ricard, driven by a growing affluent population and higher sales of premium brands. The company controls a significant share of India's whiskey market and continues to invest in expanding its presence in the country.
Democrats are unhappy with a poll that suggests respondents think Trump is more moderate than Harris because they think the GOP's attacks on Harris have been successful. They will have difficulty changing people's impressions, particularly because of Harris's prior liberal stance from the 2020 campaign.
Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge addressed an election rally in Anantnag, criticizing BJP's frustration with the NC-Congress alliance in Jammu & Kashmir. He promised five guarantees, including interest-free loans for women entrepreneurs and health insurance for families. Kharge also emphasized restoring statehood and a bicameral legislature in the Union Territory.
The Delhi government plans to rejuvenate the Gramin Seva autos by transitioning them to electric vehicles. This move aims to address the demands of the union representing these autos, which have seen a decline in numbers due to high operating costs and competition from e-rickshaws. The proposal is under active consideration by the Transport Department.
The Enforcement Directorate has provisionally attached assets worth ₹29.75 crore belonging to fugitive diamond merchant Nirav Modi, accused in the Punjab National Bank fraud case. The attached assets include immovable properties and bank balances in India. Nirav Modi is currently imprisoned in the UK.
Two Jaish-e-Mohammad infiltrators were killed in an ongoing operation in Jammu and Kashmir's Udhampur district. One more infiltrator remains trapped. The joint operation by the Army and J&K Police began at 12:50 pm. A BSF jawan was injured in a sniper shot from across the border in Akhnoor sector.
The Supreme Court has observed that Section 498A of the Indian Penal Code and provisions of the Domestic Violence Act are among the most abused laws. This observation was made during a hearing on a matrimonial dispute. Justice BR Gavai highlighted a case where a man paid ₹50 lakh to his estranged wife despite an unconsummated marriage.
The Inflation Reduction Act is driving clean energy investments across the US, benefiting both Republican and Democratic areas. US Deputy Secretary of Energy David Turk believes this economic boom will persist regardless of the presidential election outcome. Indian companies are also capitalizing on these incentives, while the US and India discuss sanctions on Venezuela.
Renewed violence in Manipur has led to what state Congress leaders describe as an institutional and constitutional collapse. They blame the Modi government for the situation. Congress spokesperson Supriya Shrinate has called for the sacking of Union Home Minister Amit Shah, citing the use of sophisticated weapons and resulting civilian casualties.
In the Bijbehara-Srigufwara constituency of south Kashmir, Iltija Mufti (PDP) faces NC's Bashir Ahmad Shah (Veeri) and BJP's Sofi Yusuf in the upcoming election. Mufti, a first-time contestant, banks on her family lineage, while Veeri emphasizes his experience. The election is seen as significant despite the region's current Union Territory status.
Baramulla MP Engineer Rashid was released from Tihar Jail after being granted interim bail in a terror-funding case. He plans to campaign in the J&K assembly polls. Rashid criticized Omar Abdullah and Mehbooba Mufti for their roles in Kashmir's situation. His Awami Ittehad Party is contesting the elections.
Union Home Minister Amit Shah criticized Congress leader Rahul Gandhi for his remarks on reservation during his US tour. Shah accused Gandhi of exposing Congress' anti-reservation stance. BJP leaders, including Rajnath Singh and Chirag Paswan, along with BSP's Mayawati, also condemned Gandhi's statement, asserting that the BJP supports the reservation system.
Tata Steel has secured £500 million from the UK government to build a low-carbon electric arc furnace in Port Talbot, expected to be operational in three years. The project will cost £1.25 billion and aims to cut emissions by 90%, but will result in around 2,800 job losses out of 8,000 employees.
Union home minister Amit Shah launched an online 'suspect registry' containing data of 1.4 million cyber criminals involved in financial frauds. The registry, created by the Indian Cyber Crime Coordination Centre (I4C), aims to strengthen fraud risk management. Since 2021, I4C has recovered Rs 2,800 crore for about 850,000 victims.
Chief ministers and deputy chief ministers from Tamil Nadu, Rajasthan, Karnataka, and Chhattisgarh are on international tours to attract investors. Ajit Pawar's interaction with a tutari player during a Ganesh pandal visit drew attention for its potential political messaging. Meghalaya has launched EasyLottery, a digital lottery system aimed at enhancing transparency.
Political campaigns in Bihar are heating up as parties prepare for next year's assembly polls. RJD leader Tejashwi Yadav has launched the 'Abhaar Yatra' to connect with grassroots workers and gather feedback. Meanwhile, CM Nitish Kumar is also planning a statewide tour focused on women's issues and government projects.
India's Financial Intelligence Unit will review petitions from seven offshore crypto exchanges, including Bitfinex and Kraken, to resume operations. These exchanges were banned for non-compliance with the Prevention of Money Laundering Act. They must adhere to KYC norms, report suspicious transactions, and pay penalties and pending taxes before resuming operations.
The ICC Men's Cricket World Cup 2023 in India generated a $1.39 billion economic impact, attracting 1.25 million spectators and creating over 48,000 jobs. International visitors contributed significantly to the economy, with many exploring multiple tourist destinations. The event enhanced India's global image and is expected to have lasting positive effects.
