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ITBP brings 'forward' 33 posts along China LAC, deploys 6 fresh battalions

The DG said the force prepared a "forwardisation plan" and, as part of this, a total of 56 ITBP border posts along the India-China Line of Actual Control (LAC) were being brought "closer" to the front

Office space leasing in top 8 cities surpasses 2019 levels: Knight Frank

During 2020 and 2021 calendar years, the office space demand had plunged due to the outbreak of COVID pandemic

Memorial to be set up for former Prez Pranab Mukherjee, daughter thanks PM

The Competent Authority has approved the earmarking of a designated site within the 'Rashtriya Smriti' complex (a part of the Rajghat precinct) for erecting a Samadhi of Late Shri Pranab Mukherjee

EC defends rule change curbing release of polling booth CCTV footage

In his first remarks on tweak of Conduct of Election Rules, 1961, Kumar said only sharing of CCTV footage from inside and outside polling booths have been restricted

Draft regulations on appointing V-Cs an assault on federalism: TN CM Stalin

The regulations prescribe minimum qualifications for appointments, promotion of teachers and academic staff in universities and colleges and measures for maintenance of standards in higher education

Tata Digital enters retail investment with fixed deposits marketplace

Tata Digital on Tuesday announced its foray into the retail investment space with the launch of its fixed deposits marketplace on the superapp Tata Neu.

Will detox, go to Himalayas: CEC Rajiv Kumar on post-retirement plans

Responding to a question while addressing a presser to announce the Delhi Assembly elections, he shared his post-retirement plans with an introspective touch

Indian cities reduced PM2.5 pollution levels by 27% from 2019-24: Report

According to the report by climate tech firm Respirer Living Sciences, Varanasi and Moradabad reduced PM2.5 levels by 76 per cent and 58 per cent, respectively

FinMin to hold meeting with MFI players on Wed amid rising bad loans

Credit to the microfinance sector by banks (including SFBs), NBFC-MFIs and other NBFCs has decelerated during the current financial year so far after witnessing rapid growth during the last three year

International cooperation flatlined, some hope in climate finance: WEF

It also said that AI and other emerging technologies are reshaping the global landscape and driving upheaval, making concerted cooperation critical to harness benefits and minimising risks

India striving to be global healthcare custodian: Torrent's Samir Mehta

India's excellence in producing high-quality, affordable generic drugs and vaccines has positioned the nation as a key player on the global stage, he said

Budget 2025: Gems, jewellery sector urges govt to reduce GST to 1%

The industry apex body said there is a need to introduce a concessional GST rate for lab-grown diamonds to fully recognise their sustainable and cost-effective attributes compared to natural diamonds

More than 40 new product launches expected at upcoming auto expo, says govt

Statiq will be displaying its newly launched compact, quick, and convenient charging solution for electric vehicles at the Bharat Mobility Show 2025

Rupee settles 5 paise lower at 85.73 against dollar on higher crude price

At the interbank foreign exchange, the rupee opened at 85.77, touched the day's peak of 85.65 and hit an intraday low of 85.80 against the greenback

45 mn VVPAT slips counted, not a single discrepancy found: CEC Kumar

The CEC also pointed out that any minor errors, such as technical glitches in some of the older machines or mock poll data not being cleared, are handled with precision

Microsoft to invest $3 bn in AI, cloud expansion in India: Satya Nadella

Nadella said the $3 billion investment in India would be the "single-largest expansion" done in the country. "The diffusion rate of AI in India is exciting"

PM Modi to lay foundation, inaugurate slew of projects in Andhra on Jan 8

This will be the Prime Minister's first visit to the state, after he assumed the office of PM for the third consecutive term in 2024

No need to panic over HMPV: TN Health minister after 2 cases found

Those with cold, cough and fever may get themselves tested for HMPV but there is no exclusive treatment for it, the minister said

Odisha aims to be a leading aviation hub, focus on MRO facilities: Official

A high-level stakeholder consultation, hosted by the Commerce and Transport Department, was held on Jan 6 and attendees deliberated on the development of MRO in the state

Manmohan's economic policies formed basis of India's growth: TN CM Stalin

Paying rich tributes to Singh at a memorial meeting organised by the TNCC here, MK Stalin said the late Prime Minister had served as Finance Minister during the economic crisis