Gurugram (Haryana) [India], August 6: Royal Stag BoomBox, the brand's flagship music IP in collaboration with Universal Music Group, returns with a fresh line-up under Royal Stag BoomBox Originals -- a unique format that fuses melody and hip-hop. Following a successful run with tracks like Pehle Jaisi Baat Nahi, Hoodie, Mohabbat, and Imtihaan, the platform now drops its second original of this season, Sajna Mera -- a powerful collaboration featuring Neeti Mohan, Panther, and Ravator. Also Read ...Read More
New Delhi: Under the vision of National Green Hydrogen Mission, state-owned Solar Energy Corporation of India Ltd (SECI) has conducted the first-ever auction for the procurement of Green Ammonia under the SIGHT Scheme (Mode-2A) and has achieved a record low price discovery of Rs 55.75/kg. The pioneering auction covers the supply of 75,000 metric tonnes per annum of Green Ammonia to Paradeep Phosphates Limited, Odisha. It is the first in a planned series of 13 auctions over the coming month, und...Read More
Uttarkashi (Uttarakhand) [India], August 6 (ANI): The Indian Army has launched a swift and coordinated Humanitarian Assistance and Disaster Relief (HADR) operation in the wake of a devastating cloudburst near Dharali, close to Harsil in Uttarakhand. The region is currently cut off from both north and south due to multiple road breaches and a collapsed bridge. According to the Indian Army, over 225 Army personnel including infantry and engineering teams are on ground for search, rescue, and reli...Read More
Reimagine Kerala 2025: ICC Launches in Kerala with 20 Speakers to Shape the State's Future Reimagine Kerala 2025" marked the launch of ICC Kerala Council 3 min read Last Updated : Aug 06 2025 | 5:35 PM IST PNN Kochi (Kerala) [India], August 6:"Reimagine Kerala 2025" concluded as a dynamic, high-energy exchange of ideas, marking the official establishment of the Indian Chamber of Commerce (ICC) Kerala Council. Held at Le Meridien, Kochi, the inaugural event brought together 20 thought leaders...Read More
New Delhi [India], August 6 (ANI): Indian stock benchmarks oscillated in a narrow range on Wednesday, ending the day marginally lower, highlighting widespread profit booking and cautious investor behaviour amid Trump tariffs uncertainty.Sensex closed the day at 80,543.99 points, down 166.26 points or 0.21 per cent, while Nifty closed at 24,574.20 points, down 75.35 points or 0.31 per cent.The RBI monetary policy announcements, largely in line with expectations, had hardly any impact on the marke...Read More
New Delhi, Aug 4 (PTI) The PAN 2.0 project of the Income Tax Department has been awarded to technology consulting and digital solutions company LTIMindtree and it is expected to get operational in the next 1.5 years, official sources said on Monday. The project was announced by the Union government last year. The project that aims to make the permanent account number (PAN) a 'common business identifier' for all digital systems of government agencies was provided with a financial outlay of Rs 1...Read More
New Delhi [India], August 4 (ANI): Former Jharkhand Chief Minister Shibu Soren, popularly known as Dishom Guru passed away on Monday at the age of 81 after a prolonged battle with kidney-related ailments and a recent stroke. The demise of the co-founder of Jharkhand Mukti Morcha, who championed the rights of tribal communities and a separate identity for people for Jharkhand people, marks the end of an era in the state and national politics. Born on January 11, 1944, in Nemra village, Ramgarh ...Read More
New Delhi: The top 1 per cent of India's wealthiest citizens have parked 60 per cent of their money in real estate and gold, according to a report on Monday. This segment of 'wealthiest citizens' is comprised of Ultra High Net Worth Individuals (UHNI), High Net Worth Individuals (HNI) and the affluent class, which accounts for only 1 percent of Indian households but controls nearly 60 per cent of the country's total assets, the report by US-based wealth management firm Bernstein said. This seg...Read More
New Delhi, Aug 4 (PTI) Paints and coatings maker Akzo Nobel India Ltd on Monday reported a 20.6 per cent decline in consolidated net profit to Rs 91 crore in the June quarter, impacted by lower sales amid tepid consumer demand. It had posted a consolidated net profit of Rs 114.6 crore in the corresponding period last fiscal, Akzo Nobel India said in a regulatory filing. Consolidated revenue from operations in the quarter under review stood at Rs 995.1 crore as compared to Rs 1,036.3 crore in t...Read More
New Delhi: The government is working on certain support measures for exporters in sectors like textiles and chemicals to insulate them from the impact of the Trump tariff, an official said on Monday. US President Donald Trump has announced an additional 25 per cent import duty on Indian goods entering America from August 7. The official said that the commerce ministry has held meetings with several export sectors, including steel, food processing, engineering, marine, and agriculture, to under...Read More
Mumbai, August 4, 2025: As of June 2025, as per industry data the Indian mutual fund (MF) industry stands at an AUM of ₹74.40 lakh crore, marking more than a sevenfold growth over the past decade. Equity commands the largest share at 59.94%, followed by debt at 26.53%, hybrid at 8.28%, and other categories accounting for 5.26%. A key development in the industry has been the steady rise of passive investing, which now accounts for approximately 17% of total AUM. While active funds continue to do...Read More
MUMBAI: India's palm oil imports fell in July because of cancellations of import contracts, while soyoil shipments surged to a 3-year high due to competitive prices and the delivery of delayed shipments from June, according to five dealers. Lower palm oil imports by India, the world's biggest buyer of vegetable oils, could lead to a stock buildup in top producers Indonesia and Malaysia and weigh on benchmark Malaysian palm oil futures. In July, palm oil imports declined by 10% to 858,000 metri...Read More
New Delhi : Planning a long weekend escape from the city? Before you click 'book' on that flight or train ticket, make sure your wallet is just as ready for the journey. In today's travel landscape -- where experiences matter more than ever -- how you plan, pay, and proceed for your journey can be just as important as where you go. For travellers seeking greater value, comfort, and rewards from every trip, a travel credit card is no longer just a payment option, it's your smartest travel compani...Read More
New Delhi [India], August 4(ANI): A San Francisco-Mumbai Air India plane was subjected to an emergency deep cleaning on Monday after cockroaches were spotted in the aircraft mid-flight, prompting the airline to issue an apology and take swift corrective measures. The incident occurred on flight AI180 from San Francisco to Mumbai via Kolkata. According to an official statement issued by Air India, 'On flight AI180 from San Francisco to Mumbai via Kolkata, two passengers were unfortunately bothe...Read More
Pune (Maharashtra) [India], August 4 (ANI): The Indian Supercross Racing League (ISRL) welcomed Indewheelers Motorsports as the newest franchise team to the Season 2 grid, according to a release from ISRL. As Pune second franchise, Indewheelers Motorsports is set to make the league more competitive while boosting the city already established position as a national motorsport hub. Founded by motorsport veteran Vikram Dhar and co-owned by entrepreneur Ajay Agrawal, the team blends racing pedigre...Read More
NEW DELHI: Mayiladuthurai MP R Sudha's gold chain was snatched by unidentified persons in the diplomatic enclave of Chanakyapuri here while she was out on a morning walk on Monday, police said. The MP has written to the Union Home Ministry about the incident. Chankyapuri houses several embassies and official residences of state governments. Sudha, who is staying at Tamil Nadu Bhavan in the area, was out on a routine morning walk when the unidentified persons snatched her gold chain and fled t...Read More
Mumbai, Aug 4 (SocialNews.XYZ) Adani Ports and Special Economic Zone Limited (APSEZ) on Monday reported an 8 per cent year-on-year (YoY) rise in cargo volumes for July, handling 40.2 million metric tonnes (MMT). The growth was led by a strong 22 per cent jump in container volumes, according to company's operational performance update in a stock exchange filing. For year-to-date (YTD) till July, the company handled 160.7 MMT of total cargo, up 10 per cent from the same period previous year, wit...Read More
Chennai, Aug 4 (SocialNews.XYZ) The Tamil Nadu government's flagship health initiative, 'Nalam Kakkum Stalin', has reached over 4.44 lakh people across the state since its launch, according to the State Health Department. Launched on August 2 by Chief Minister M.K. Stalin, the comprehensive health screening programme aims to provide specialised medical care to residents through a network of camps held across Tamil Nadu. A total of 1,256 camps were set up on the inaugural day alone, offering a ...Read More
Chennai, August 4: Vietnamese Electric Vehicle (EV) major VinFast on Monday officially inaugurated its assembly plant at Thoothukudi in Tamil Nadu, kicking off the move that will see a phased investment of up to Rs 16,000 crore. In its initial phase, the plant has a capacity to assemble 50,000 SUVs of its two premium electric SUV models -- the VF 6 and VF 7. The plant is scalable up to 150,000 units annually to meet the rising demand as the company aims to develop Thoothukudi as an export hub. ...Read More
New Delhi: Adani Group on Monday said it is not exploring any tie-up with Chinese firms such as BYD for battery manufacturing and clean energy technology. In a stock exchange filing, Assam Govt, Not Adani Acquiring Land Near Guwahati Airport: Himanta Ltd, the group's flagship firm, said reports of a tie-up with Chinese companies BYD and Beijing WeLion New Energy Technology are incorrect. "The Adani Group is not exploring any form of collaboration with BYD for battery manufacturing in India," it...Read More
KOCHI: The traditional fishermen and mechanised trawlers caught 3.47 million tonnes of marine fish in 2024, according to the data released by the Central Marine Fisheries Research Institute (CMFRI) in Kochi on Monday. The overall fish catch recorded a slight decline of 2% compared to the previous year. Gujarat retained the top slot in fish landings with 7.54 lakh tonnes, followed by Tamil Nadu (6.79 lakh tonnes) and Kerala (6.10 lakh tonnes). As per the annual marine fish landing estimates, t...Read More
Kolkata, Aug 4 (PTI) India's tea production dipped 9 per cent to 133.5 million kg in June as compared to the same month of the previous year, according to official data. In June 2024, the country had produced 146.72 million kg of tea, according to data released by the Tea Board. The decline in production was caused by adverse weather conditions and pest attacks, said the Indian Tea Association. Production in North India, comprising West Bengal and Assam, declined to 112.51 million kg in June....Read More
Pune, Aug 4 (SocialNews.XYZ) Indewheelers Motorsports has joined Indian Supercross Racing League (ISRL) as the newest franchise team to the Season 2 grid. As Pune's second franchise, Indewheelers Motorsports Pvt. Ltd. is set to make the league more competitive while boosting the city's already established position as a national motorsport hub. Founded by motorsport veteran Vikram Dhar and co-owned by young entrepreneur Ajay Agrawal, the team blends racing pedigree with next-generation business ...Read More
Srinagar (Jammu and Kashmir) [India], August 4 (ANI): SpiceJet employee Mudasir Ahmad, who was assaulted by an Army officer at Srinagar airport, recalled the violent incident on Monday and said the Army officer hit him in the face with baggage after he asked him to pay for extra baggage. Describing the assault, Mudasir Ahmad told ANI, He hit me on my face with baggage. He slapped me and started hitting me. He used his fist and feet to hit me. At the end, he punched me and I fell down. The Spic...Read More
New Delhi [India], August 4(ANI): A San Francisco-Mumbai Air India plane was subjected to an emergency deep cleaning on Monday after cockroaches were spotted in the aircraft mid-flight, prompting the airline to issue an apology and take swift corrective measures. The incident occurred on flight AI180 from San Francisco to Mumbai via Kolkata. According to an official statement issued by Air India, On flight AI180 from San Francisco to Mumbai via Kolkata, two passengers were unfortunately bother...Read More
Aizawl, Aug 4: In June this year, Chief Minister Lalduhoma chaired a high-level meeting to discuss a master plan to transform Thenzawl, the second-largest town in his Serchhip constituency, into a "Peace City." According to an official statement, the Union Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs (MoHUA) has agreed to allocate Rs 10 crore to the Mizoram government for preparing the master plan, of which Rs 1 crore (10 per cent) has already been released. "The ministry will release 25 per cent of t...Read More
NEW DELHI: A SpiceJet ground staffer, who suffered two spinal fractures after allegedly being assaulted by an Indian Army officer at Srinagar airport, has broken his silence, saying he was only doing his duty and had never expected such violence in return."Never thought something like this would happen. I was doing my duty honestly. Now I have two fractures in my spine. One of my colleagues fainted. Doctors have advised me complete bed rest," the visibly shaken Mudasir Ahmed Khan told news agenc...Read More
NEW DELHI: The Supreme Court on Monday asked a petitioner to move the Bombay High Court with his plea accusing Maharashtra Navnirman Sena (MNS) president Raj Thackeray of hate speech and inciting violence against the north Indian community. A bench comprising Chief Justice B R Gavai and Justice K Vinod Chandran asked Sunil Shukla, national president of the Uttar Bhartiya Vikas Sena, the reason of not moving the high court with his grievances. "Is the Bombay High Court on vacation? "the CJI ask...Read More
CHENNAI: Chief Minister MK Stalin inaugurated the Vietnamese Vinfast electric vehicle (EV) manufacturing plant, the first of its kind in India, at a programme in Thoothukudi. In just a span of 17 months after the foundation stone was laid, Vinfast launched manufacturing electric vehicles in its plant on nearly 400 sprawling acres in Thoothukudi's SIPCOT, adding up to benefit the automobile industry stakeholders and a new pride being awakened at what has been achieved. This new manufacturing hu...Read More
Ahmedabad, Aug 4 (SocialNews.XYZ) The Adani Group on Monday vehemently denied a media report claiming the Group's collaboration with Chinese companies BYD and Beijing Welion New Energy Technology. In a statement, an Adani Group spokesperson said the Bloomberg report is "baseless" and "misleading". "We categorically deny Bloomberg's report on 4 Aug 2025 suggesting a tie-up between the Adani Group and Chinese companies BYD and Beijing Welion New Energy Technology," the spokesperson added. The m...Read More