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Israel’s envoy to India stated on Thursday that Israel wants India’s Adani Group to continue investing in the country. The ambassador affirmed Israel’s support for the ports-to-media conglomerate, despite allegations of bribery against its billionaire founder in the U.S. The statement reflects Israel’s encouragement for continued economic ties with the Adani Group.
India’s ethanol blending program has led to cheaper fuel, reduced emissions, and significant savings. Petrol and diesel prices have dropped with government intervention, benefiting consumers. The ethanol program, now blending 14.6% ethanol, has saved ₹1.08 lakh crore in foreign exchange and reduced CO2. It also provides steady income for farmers, with ₹92,409 crore paid to […]
NITI Aayog member V.K. Saraswat emphasized the need for accredited testing facilities for battery storage systems to meet India’s clean energy goals. With plans to deploy 238 GWh by 2030, he stressed the importance of universal standards and third-party certifications. He also highlighted the role of storage technologies, including pumped hydro and flow batteries, in […]
Experts emphasized the need for a holistic new Tax Code ahead of the Budget, focusing on lower rates, a broader base, and improved collections and compliance for a “Vikshit Bharat.” They proposed a new approach with flat, fewer tax rates, reduced litigation, an inclusive tax base, and efficient collection to boost tax revenues and drive […]
Indian stock markets corrected sharply and settled down by over 1% on the monthly futures and options expiry date. They were weighed by weakness in global markets on Thursday. Sensex plunged 1,190 points or 1.48% to settle at 79,043.74. Similarly, Nifty ended down by 360.75 points or 1.49% at 23,914.15. Among the broader markets, Midcap […]
Public-sector banks are owned and operated by the government, offering services with a focus on social welfare and financial inclusion. They often have more branches in rural areas. Private-sector banks are owned by private entities or individuals and focus on profit-making and efficiency. They typically offer more personalized services, advanced technology, and faster processing.
Airtel and Amazon have launched an affordable plan, “Ultimate and Amazon Prime Lite,” offering 350+ live TV channels and Amazon Prime Video. Starting at Rs 521 per month, users can access Hindi channels and enjoy Prime Video’s movies and series. With two-device access, this plan is compatible with Airtel Xstream Box and is aimed at […]
Indian stock markets settled higher on Wednesday, mirroring their global peers. Sensex soared to an intra-day high of 80,511.15 before settling at 80,234.08, up 230.02 points or 0.29% from its previous close. Similarly, Nifty settled at 24,274.90, up 80.40 points or 0.33%. Among broader markets, Smallcap index ending higher by 1.30% and Midcap index ended […]
Welspun One, a logistics and industrial real estate manager, plans to invest over Rs 2,700 crore to develop India’s largest single-location Grade A warehousing and industrial park. The park will span 55 acres at the Jawaharlal Nehru Port Authority (JNPA) Special Economic Zone (SEZ) in Navi Mumbai, marking a significant investment in the region’s infrastructure.
Starting December 1, 2024, Air India will operate flights on 5 key metro-to-metro routes using former Vistara A320neo aircraft, offering Business, Premium Economy, and Economy Class cabins. These high-demand routes will feature AI-prefixed four-digit flight numbers, such as AI2999 for the Delhi-Mumbai route. The planes will reflect the premium standards previously introduced by Vistara.
All government and private-sector banks across Andhra Pradesh and Telangana will observe 17 holidays in December 2024. These holidays include state-specific holidays, regular weekly offs, and special holidays for celebrations and festivities. The holidays will cover two Saturdays (December 14 and 28), five Sundays (December 1, 8, 15, 22, and 29), along with additional festive […]
Here are the silver prices per 10 grams today in the top cities. ★ Chennai – ₹979, ★ Mumbai – ₹894, ★ Delhi – ₹894, ★ Kolkata – ₹894, ★ Bangalore – ₹894, ★ Hyderabad – ₹979, ★ Kerala – ₹979, ★ Pune – ₹894, ★ Vadodara – ₹894, ★ Ahmedabad – ₹894, ★ Jaipur […]
The Sensex and Nifty opened at fresh record levels in early trade today, November 27, 2024. The Sensex started trading today at 79928.37, down 75.69 points or 0.09%, and the Nifty was at 24169.95, down 24.55 points or 0.10%. Meanwhile, the Indian rupee was trading today at 84.43 against the dollar.
Shikoku Bank in Japan has implemented a shocking and controversial rule for its employees. As per the policy, employees found guilty of corruption, irregularities, or misappropriation of funds are required to commit suicide. Additionally, new employees must sign an agreement to this effect before joining, with the signature reportedly made using their own blood.
Here are the petrol prices per liter today in the top metro cities in India. ★ Delhi – ₹94.72, ★ Kolkata – ₹104.95, ★ Mumbai – ₹103.44, ★ Chennai – ₹100.98, ★ Gurgaon – ₹94, ★ Noida – ₹94.72, ★ Bangalore – ₹102.88, ★ Bhubaneswar – ₹101.06, ★ Chandigarh – ₹94.24, ★ Hyderabad – ₹107.41, […]