Chandigarh, Dec 18 (VOICE) Railway commuters faced inconvenience in Punjab on Wednesday after farmers squatted on rail tracks in support of their long-pending demands, including the legal guarantee of the minimum support price (MSP) for crops.However, no untoward incident was reported in the state, a senior police official here told VOICE. The protest, at the call of the Samyukta Kisan Morcha (Non-Political) and Kisan Mazdoor Morcha, was carried out at over 100 locations in the state, badly imp...Read More
Dehradun (Uttarakhand) [India], December 18 (ANI): Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami announced that the Uniform Civil Code (UCC) will be implemented in Uttarakhand from January 2025. According to a press statement issued on Wednesday, all preparations have been completed, and Uttarakhand will become the first state to implement the UCC after independence. During a meeting of the Uttarakhand Investment and Infrastructure Development Board (UIIDB) held at the Secretariat on Wednesday, Chief Mini...Read More
Razorpay introduces Razorpay Recon, an AI-powered solution for automating financial reconciliation. Aimed at reducing errors and increasing efficiency by 80%, it manages large transaction volumes and addresses challenges in managing digital payments, offering businesses enhanced control over financial operations. In a bid to transform financial reconciliation processes, Razorpay has launched Razorpay Recon, an innovative AI-driven solution designed to revolutionize transaction management across...Read More
The Supreme Court on Wednesday (December 18, 2024) adjourned till the second week of January the bail plea of advocate Surendra Gadling in connection with the 2016 Surjagarh iron ore mine arson case. A bench of Justices M. M. Sundresh and Aravind Kumar deferred the matter after the counsel appearing for Surendra Gadling sought time to go through the reply filed by Maharashtra in the matter. The top court on October 10, 2023, issued notice to the state government and sought its response on the ...Read More
Union Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia announced government measures against cyber and telecom fraud. A new system prevented ₹4,000 crore in fraud and saved ₹10 lakh in public funds. An app disconnected 2.75 lakh fraudulent phone numbers, and caller ID software blocked 25-30 crore calls in two months. Scindia acknowledged the ongoing challenge of misuse alongside technological advancements.Union Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia on Tuesday highlighted various measures taken by the government to addr...Read More
BCL Industries is investing Rs 150 crore to set up a bio-energy plant in West Bengal, aiming to enhance ethanol production as part of India's green energy push. The project, along with another in Punjab, is set for completion in 18-24 months. The company is also venturing into biogas production in Haryana with a Rs 350 crore investment. In a significant move towards enhancing India's green energy landscape, BCL Industries announced on Wednesday its plans to invest Rs 150 crore in a bio-energy p...Read More
The National Investigation Agency (NIA) conducted simultaneous raids in Muzaffarpur and Vaishali on Wednesday morning in connection with an... The National Investigation Agency (NIA) conducted simultaneous raids in Muzaffarpur and Vaishali on Wednesday morning in connection with an investigation involving two AK 47 assault rifles. One of the targeted locations was the residence of Bhola Rai, the village head of Mankauli Panchayat in Muzaffarpur. The raid at Bhola Rai's house began at approxim...Read More
Hyderabad: BRS MLA Kalvakuntla Kavitha asked the state govt to clarify how the govt approached the World Bank for a loan of 4,100 crore and also sought 14,000 crore financial support from the Centre when the detailed project reports (DPRs) of the project were not prepared. Speaking in the legislative council during the question hour on Tuesday, the MLC said generally the govt asks for financial aid or loans after estimations are prepared, but the govt has been maintaining that no DPRs were prep...Read More
Bihar's infrastructure has seen a 15-fold increase in data consumption over the past five years. Road density is now the third highest in India, electricity generation has increased tenfold, and IT parks and data centers are being developed. Numerous bridges and expanded rail lines are improving connectivity and boosting trade.Bihar has seen a 15-fold jump in data consumption in the last five years as the state goes big on developing infrastructure, investing in connectivity and building rail an...Read More
Speaking at IIT Bombay's Techfest 2024, Mr Adani, the 27-year old younger son of infrastructure magnate Gautam Adani, said the future of technology is both scary and exciting. India cannot stay out of global technological race, said Jeet Adani. Mumbai: India cannot stay out of global technological race and should build capabilities that will keep it at the top while remaining vigilant against its misuse, said Jeet Adani, Director, Adani Airport Holdings Ltd. Speaking at IIT Bombay's Techfest...Read More
New Delhi: Zomato CEO Deepinder Goyal has emerged as India's second-largest self-made entrepreneur, with his company's valuation soaring by 190% to reach Rs 2,51,900 crore, as per Hurun India. He is closely trailed by Swiggy founders Sriharsha Majety and Nandan Reddy, who also rank high among India's top entrepreneurs. According to Hurun India, Swiggy, which went public earlier this year, has seen a 52% increase in its valuation, now exceeding Rs 1 lakh crore. Meanwhile, Radhakishan Damani, the...Read More
New Delhi [India], December 18 (ANI): Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman has listed several major cases where the Directorate of Enforcement has from time to time attached properties of individuals and companies connected to economic offence cases. Replying to the debate on Supplementary Demands for Grants - First Batch for 2024-2025, the finance minister apprised the Lok Sabha Tuesday evening that the central enforcement agency has successfully restored properties worth around Rs 22,280 crore...Read More
Kolkata, Dec 18 (UNI) Air India has launched special, discounted fares and additional benefits for students across its domestic and international route network, making a world-class, full-service flying experience more exciting for them. The special fares provide students up to 10% discount on base fares on all flights, 10 kg extra baggage allowance, and the option of a one-time free date change upon booking on Air India's direct channels, including airindia.com and the Air India mobile app. Th...Read More
New Delhi [India], December 18 (ANI): The National Investigation Agency (NIA) on Wednesday carried out searches at 17 locations across four states in connection with its ongoing investigation into a case linked to the recovery of AK-47 assault rifle and ammunition in Bihar. The raids began in the early hours of the day at locations across four states, including Bihar. NIA officials conducted search operations at the residences of suspects linked to the case, which is connected to the Fakuli Pol...Read More
Muzaffarpur (Bihar), Dec 18 (PTI) Searches by the National Investigation Agency (NIA) are underway at several locations in Bihar's Muzaffarpur district in connection with its probe into the procurement of AK-47 rifle butt and scope, a senior officer said. Muzaffarpur Deputy SP A C Gyani said sleuths of the federal agency started conducting the raids at 5 AM. "Sleuths of the federal investigation agency are searching the premises of one Devamni Rai in Kudhni area in connection with its probe in...Read More
New Delhi: The Supreme Court on Wednesday deferred, till the second week of January next year, the hearing on the bail plea of lawyer Surendra Gadling, who remains behind bars in connection with the 2016 Surjagarh iron ore mine arson case. A bench, headed by Justice M.M. Sundresh, decided to adjourn the hearing after Gadling's counsel submitted that the Maharashtra government filed its reply late on Tuesday and the petitioner side would need some time to go through the contents of the counter a...Read More
New Delhi, Dec 18 (PTI) Renewable energy player BCL Industries on Wednesday said it is setting up a bio-energy plant in West Bengal with an investment of Rs 150 crore. The company has also received an environment clearance for its 75 KLPD (kilo litres per day) plant coming up in Kharagpur, it said. Additionally, the work on a similar project with 75 KLPD capacity in Bathinda, Punjab is in full swing. Both the projects are expected to be completed within a time period of 18-24 months, it said....Read More
Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], December 18: The term insurance vs savings plan has already brought a lot of comparisons many people continue to face in the dynamic world of financial planning. Indeed, both are very useful, but they serve two different purposes. Term insurance is used to offer your dependents protection financially while saving plans are useful in accumulating money for use at some later time. In this blog, we have covered the term plan vs savings plan differences, their benefits,...Read More
New Delhi, Dec 18 (PTI) Senores Pharmaceuticals Ltd on Wednesday said it has fixed a price band of Rs 372-391 per share for its Rs 582-crore initial public offering (IPO) that opens for subscription on December 20. The initial share-sale will conclude on December 24, the company announced. The Ahmedabad-based company's IPO is a combination of fresh issuance of shares worth Rs 500 crore and an offer for sale (OFS) of up to 21 lakh shares valued Rs 82.11 crore, by promoters and other selling sha...Read More
New Delhi [India], December 18 (ANI): The proposed rationalisation of GST rates on health and life insurance products will be on the agenda for the upcoming Council meeting on Saturday in Jaisalmer, sources said. Sources said that the Group of Ministers on insurance, chaired by Bihar Minister Samrat Chaudhary, has submitted the report to the GST Council. Also Read | YouTube Partners With Creative Artists Agency To Empower Influential Figures To Identify and Manage AI-Generated Content. The Gr...Read More
PNN Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], December 18: The term insurance vs savings plan has already brought a lot of comparisons many people continue to face in the dynamic world of financial planning. Indeed, both are very useful, but they serve two different purposes. Term insurance is used to offer your dependents protection financially while saving plans are useful in accumulating money for use at some later time. In this blog, we have covered the term plan vs savings plan differences, their bene...Read More
UP School Holiday 2024: The Uttar Pradesh government has released the annual holiday calendar for school-goers and office-goers. According to the calendar, there will be a total of 24 public and 31 unrestricted holidays in the year 2025. Most of the holidays fall on weekends, so children and office workers may be a little disappointed. The official notice has mentioned that there will be no additional holiday in case any festival, celebration or birth anniversary of a great man falls on the sam...Read More
New Delhi [India], December 18 (ANI): The National Investigation Agency (NIA) on Wednesday carried out searches at 17 locations across four states in connection with its ongoing investigation into a case linked to the recovery of AK-47 assault rifle and ammunition in Bihar. The raids began in the early hours of the day at locations across four states, including Bihar. NIA officials conducted search operations at the residences of suspects linked to the case, which is connected to the Fakuli Pol...Read More
New Delhi [India], December 18 (ANI): Chinese Ambassador to India, Xu Feihong on Wednesday said that China is ready to work with India and put into action the understandings between Indian and Chinese leaders. The comments come ahead of the 23rd meeting of the Special Representatives between National Security Advisor Ajit Doval and China Foreign Minister Wang Yi in Beijing. In a post on X, Ambassador Xu Feihong, "China is ready to work with India to implement the important common understandings...Read More
The holiday season is a time full of joy and excitement - and, for many, a bit of financial stress. But here's a secret: Your credit card could be the holiday helper you didn't even know you needed. Here's how your credit card can lighten the load this holiday season. Rack up rewards Many credit cards offer rewards on your purchases, typically in the form of points, miles or cash back. Because the holidays tend to be a time of heavy spending for some, you have the opportunity to really take a...Read More
Tata Steel launched an all-women mining shift at its Noamundi iron mine in Jharkhand, a first in India. This initiative builds on their "Women@Mines" program and aims to empower women in mining. The company trained local women to operate heavy machinery through the "Tejaswini" initiatives, leading to this milestone. Tata Steel also achieved 20% diversity in its India workforce.In order to bring in more diversity, Tata Steel has rolled out an all-women shift at its Noamundi iron mine in Jharkhand...Read More
The Income Tax Department is reaching out to taxpayers and non-filers via SMS and email regarding mismatches between their reported transactions in the Annual Information Statement (AIS) and their Income Tax Returns (ITRs) for FY 2023-24 and 2021-22. This campaign encourages filing revised or belated ITRs and allows taxpayers to provide feedback on their AIS information. New Delhi: The income tax department on Tuesday said it is sending SMS and emails to taxpayers and non-filers where it has id...Read More
For investors, this means that any profits made from selling cryptocurrencies will now be subject to capital gains tax.Source : Ewan Kennedy/Unsplash The Income Tax Appellate Tribunal (ITAT) in Jodhpur has provided much-needed clarity on the taxation of cryptocurrencies in India. The ruling recognises cryptocurrencies as capital assets, setting a framework for how profits from their sale are taxed, especially for transactions made before the Government introduced specific guidelines for Virtual...Read More
An Ertiga made at its Manesar factory in Haryana is the 2 millionth vehicle to roll out from Maruti Suzuki's stables An Ertiga, its popular multi-purpose vehicle manufactured at its Manesar facility in Haryana, drove Maruti Suzuki India Ltd to new milestone -- two million vehicles manufactured in a calendar year, making India's largest car manufacturer the only company to achieve the feat in the passenger vehicle space. Of the two million vehicles, almost 60 percent were manufactured in Haryan...Read More
The Assam government is all set to make 'Lakhpati Didis' out of 30 lakh self-help group members by pumping an annual business of Rs 30,000 crore. The ambitious plan is part of the roadmap prepared by the Assam Panchayat and Rural Development for a period extending to 10 years. At present, approximately 8.5 lakh women will earn Rs 1 lakh per year by themselves through business under the Lakhpati Didi vision. According to Ranjeet Kumar, the minister for Panchayat and Rural Development in Assam, t...Read More