Delhi Transport Commissioner Prashant Goyal has denied allegations by AAP leader Arvind Kejriwal of an inquiry being planned against CM Atishi regarding the free bus ride scheme for women. The Transport Department confirmed that no such inquiry exists, refuting Kejriwal's claims of Central government pressure and fabricated charges against Atishi.
Reliance built the world's largest grassroots refinery in Jamnagar, Gujarat, in just 33 months. This transformed India from a fuel deficit to a self-sufficient nation. The complex was expanded over time, turning Jamnagar into a global refining hub. The success of this project made Jamnagar a top refining site and an environmental success story.
EEPC India recommends the government to introduce faceless GST audits to help MSMEs reduce compliance costs and concentrate on growth. They also suggest the inclusion of Reverse Charge Mechanism liabilities in the Amnesty scheme to offer relief to exporters facing Show Cause Notices, ensuring genuine compliance concerns are addressed.
Uday Kotak, Founder of Kotak Mahindra Bank, highlights ten priorities for India's economic growth in 2024. He emphasizes economic growth, shunning protectionism, eliminating current account deficit, investing in defence, fiscal consolidation, avoiding over-regulation, ensuring free and fair markets, and reducing pollution in cities. India's economy needs to prepare for sustained growth and competitiveness.
Vivek Ramaswamy, the biggest Trump loyalist during the US Presidential election campaign, and the co-head of a federal department in the upcoming Republican administration at the White House, has triggered a MAGA civil war on Twitter, where he targeted some key aspects of American culture. Here's what's so shocking about it
Uday Kotak's 10-point action plan for India includes focusing on growth, productivity, eliminating current account deficit, increasing defense investment, maintaining fiscal consolidation, avoiding over-regulation, respecting free markets, and tackling pollution as India approaches its 77th year.
Arun Bansal, CEO of AdAirports Holdings Ltd, announced that the Navi Mumbai airport is expected to be inaugurated in April 2025, with commercial flights starting by the end of May 2025. This announcement follows the successful commercial flight validation test, marking a significant step towards operational readiness.
Jared Kushner may now be following his father-in-law Donald Trump's footsteps and is just on the verge of becoming a billionaire soon. Kushner's net worth currently being in the nine figures, his private equity firm, Affinity Partners, is doing quite well it seems.
Azerbaijan's President Ilham Aliyev stated that the Azerbaijan Airlines jet crash was due to being shot from Russia. He urged Moscow to admit guilt. Russian President Vladimir Putin apologized but didn't acknowledge the crash might have been caused by Russian fire. The crash killed 38 of 67 people onboard, with evidence suggesting electronic warfare systems contributed to the crash.
US Stock market predictions for S&P 500, Nasdaq are out as Wall Street is expecting Santa Claus rally.
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh at Mhow cantonment emphasized the critical vigilance needed from soldiers against internal and external threats. He highlighted India's security challenges at its northern and western borders, urging constant alertness. Singh praised the discipline and dedication of the soldiers, also marking respect at Dr B R Ambedkar's memorial.
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The Russia-US relations may see new lows in the coming days, as Biden might want to excise his executive powers in the last few days of his Presidency. Gasoline prices in the US may take a hit as a result, suggest reports
Union Minister Hardeep Singh Puri has criticized AAP convenor Arvind Kejriwal for announcing welfare schemes without budgetary provisions. He accused Kejriwal of deceiving the public with the Mahila Samman Yojana and Sanjeevani scheme. Puri also claimed the AAP government has helped Rohingyas settle in Delhi for votes. He expressed confidence in BJP's victory in the upcoming Delhi elections.
WTC points table: South Africa qualified for the World Test Championship Final by defeating Pakistan in the first Test of a two-match series. They chased a target of 148 runs and won by two wickets. South Africa now leads the WTC standings with 66.67 percentage points, ensuring their spot in the final regardless of their second Test result.
PV Sindhu’s stunning haldi look: A white lehenga to remember
The Delhi High Court acquitted a man accused in a POCSO case, stating that the minor survivor's use of the phrase 'physical relations' does not automatically imply sexual assault. The court emphasized that the evidence must establish a clear link to penetrative sexual assault and cannot be inferred merely from the survivor's words.
Union Budget 2025: ESC proposes to enhance the Design Linked Incentive (DLI) scheme and suggests additional tax reductions for Indian corporations investing in R&D. They also advocate for a 10-year extension of the DLI scheme and a tax holiday for IP-based product sales to boost innovation and reduce import dependency in India's electronics sector.
Union Budget: CII recommends lowering excise duty on fuel to boost consumption, reduce inflation, and increase disposable income in its pre-budget suggestions for 2025-26. The proposal includes reducing marginal tax rates for incomes up to Rs 20 lakh and increasing benefits under key government schemes to enhance rural recovery.
Indian benchmark indices closed higher on Friday, driven by auto stocks, after last week's 5% drop. The Nifty 50 rose 0.27% to 23,813, and the BSE Sensex gained 0.29% to 78,699. Analysts suggest Nifty may consolidate between 23,500 and 23,900, with key resistance at 23,860 and support at 23,500, potentially targeting 24,000–24,100 if it breaks higher.
The Competition Commission of India (CCI) is undertaking a market study to analyze competition issues in the renewable energy sector across BRICS nations. This study is being conducted under the BRICS framework. The CCI is also examining competition matters related to Artificial Intelligence (AI).
Egypt has tested a new 10-kilometre extension to the Suez Canal. This aims to minimize the impact of currents on shipping and increase capacity. Two ships used the extension already. The new extension will enhance safety and reduce delays caused by currents. The full opening awaits new navigational maps.
Syria's de facto leader Ahmed al-Sharaa stated in an interview that holding elections in Syria could take up to four years and drafting a new constitution might take up to three years. Sharaa, who now leads after Bashar al-Assad was ousted, also expressed hope for lifted sanctions from the U.S. and emphasized strategic interests with Russia.
The government has received about 6.21 lakh applications for the Prime Minister's Internship Scheme, which offers 1.27 lakh opportunities in its pilot phase for 2024-25. Interns will receive monthly financial assistance of Rs 5,000 for 12 months and a one-time grant of Rs 6,000. The selection process is ongoing.
Samajwadi Party president Akhilesh Yadav advocates for ballot paper elections, questioning trust in EVMs. Joined by Rahul Kumar Kamboj, an Indian-origin German MP, Yadav stresses the need for reliable voting systems and discusses fostering India-Germany collaborations for cultural and economic opportunities, particularly benefiting Uttar Pradesh's youth through education and infrastructure improvements.
