Delhi Traffic Police have made extensive arrangements to manage traffic and maintain order during Christmas celebrations in the city. Deployed personnel are near churches, malls, and markets, and a drive against drunken driving will continue until New Year. Traffic will be diverted in certain areas, including Select City Mall, and restrictions will apply starting from 2 pm Wednesday.
US stock market main indexes -- S&P 500, Dow Jones, Nasdaq -- are closed on December 25, Christmas.
In a latest development it has been known that the Chinese EVs are actually creating a buzz in the market with their new models. A new electric SUV which is being made by Huawei and Chery together is reportedly said of doing a thousand miles with only a single charge.
The Department of Telecom has alerted subscribers about unfamiliar international calls. It encourages caution when answering calls not starting with +91. Telecom operators are advised to display 'International Call' for such calls. Airtel has implemented this feature, while others are exploring its feasibility. Report suspected fraud at the Chakshu facility on Sanchar Saathi.
The Congress' Central Election Committee approved the second list of candidates for the upcoming Delhi Assembly elections. Congress leaders participated in the meeting either physically or via video conferencing. The list, which includes around 30 names, is expected to be released soon. The first list of candidates included 21 names.
AbbVie Healthcare India has denied accusations of unethical marketing by the Department of Pharmaceuticals, asserting their compliance with applicable laws. The DoP flagged AbbVie for breaching the Uniform Code for Pharmaceutical Marketing Practices by sponsoring luxurious trips for doctors, leading to a probe into the company's tax liabilities and potential professional repercussions for the involved healthcare practitioners.
Several states announced sops in their 2024-25 Budgets, risking diversion of resources from critical infrastructure. Centre and states achieved fiscal moderation in H1:2024-25 due to robust receipts. Higher tax collections and large surplus transfers boosted non-tax revenues. Government spending expected to pick up pace in H2:2024-25. Centre aims for a fiscal deficit target of 4.9 per cent of GDP.
The Jharkhand government has raised the dearness allowance for its employees to 53 percent of basic pay from 50 percent, effective from July 1. Pensioners will also receive a 3 percent increase in dearness relief. This move benefits over three lakh employees and pensioners. The state cabinet approved this and nine other proposals, including funding for a new university.
Wall Street's main indexes rose on Tuesday in a shortened trading session before Christmas. S&P 500 and Nasdaq were up for the third day in a row. Broadcom and Nvidia led gains. Markets will shut early on Tuesday and be closed for Christmas on Wednesday. Investors are optimistic about inflation and interest rates.
A winter storm moving eastward from the Great Lakes is expected to disrupt Christmas holiday travel across the Northeast and Mid-Atlantic regions.
Numerous advancements have been made globally to combat climate change, including record solar energy installations, Norway's push for electric vehicles, US policies supporting EV infrastructure, and successful climate litigation by elderly Swiss women. Cities are also enhancing resilience against climate impacts with innovative adaptation projects.
Indian American Sriram Krishnan has been picked by Donald Trump as his senior policy advisor on AI or Artificial Intelligence. Born in Chennai, Sriram Krishnan journey in the tech world began at Microsoft in 2005. He also led product teams at Twitter, Yahoo!, Facebook and Snap. Krishnan also shares a professional bond with tech billionaire and world's richest man Elon Musk.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi met with a group of eminent economists and thought leaders on Tuesday to discuss preparations for the Union Budget 2025-26 at NITI Aayog. The meeting focused on "Maintaining India's growth momentum amid global uncertainty." Modi emphasized the need for a mindset shift to achieve a developed India by 2047.
Five soldiers were killed and five others injured when an Army vehicle skidded off the road and fell into a 300-350-foot deep gorge in Jammu and Kashmir's Poonch district on Tuesday evening. The accident occurred in the Gharoa area while the vehicle was en route to Banoi. Rescue teams have recovered the five bodies.
As Christmas Eve approaches, the rush to finalize shopping plans is in full swing. From Costco to Walmart, Target, Lowe’s, and more, major retailers have adjusted their store hours for the holiday.
A government teacher in Bihar, despite being male, applied for and received maternity leave, then took a week-long holiday. Authorities explained it was a technical error, ensuring that such mistakes would be corrected. They also addressed complaints regarding misapplication of other leave types.
During a flight, Lebanon-based Mido Birjawi, CEO of an event management company, sang Baby Shark to a little girl. The song brought joy to the girl and passengers, resulting in an impromptu sing-along. The heartwarming moment was shared on Instagram, receiving widespread praise and amassing over five million views.
India's foreign exchange reserves can cover more than 11 months of imports and 96 per cent of external debt by the end of June 2024. As of December 13, 2024, reserves stand at USD 652.9 billion. The Reserve Bank of India has intervened to manage the Rupee, promoting stability in the forex market.
"Virgin River" Season 7 on Netflix is happening as Netflix subscribers are eagerly waiting for the new season.
Honda and Nissan have announced formal merger talks, aiming to complete the deal by August 2026. Their goal is to create the world's third-largest auto group and achieve significant synergies. They face challenges from Chinese competitors, especially in the EV market. The merger could help them deal with future import tariffs in the U.S.
IRCTC is preparing world-class facilities for Maha Kumbh Mela 2025, including luxury tent accommodations and special fair trains, ensuring a comfortable stay for millions of devotees. Uttar Pradesh government is also enhancing lodging with a 300-bed deluxe dormitory in Prayagraj, offering a range of premium amenities and showcasing India's cultural heritage.
India extends duty-free import timeline for yellow peas until February 2025 to cool pulse prices. The duty on yellow peas was first implemented in 2017. India imports pulses primarily from Canada, Russia, Myanmar, Australia, and some African countries. Despite increased production, India's demand surpasses domestic supply.
Europe's main stocks index rose on Tuesday, with mining and energy stocks leading gains amid light trading volumes ahead of the Christmas break
