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10:19 PM

Rajya Sabha passes Delhi Services Bill with Ayes-131, Noes-102

10:04 PM

Voting on Delhi services Bill underway in Rajya Sabha

Slips are being distributed for physical voting. Secretary General informs 'fault in electronic voting machine'.

10:03 PM

Four members not signed the motion to be part of select committee, says Harivansh Narayan Singh

Rajya Sabha Deputy Chairman says four MPs have written to me that no consent has been given by them and it will be enquired. AIADMK MP Dr. M. Thambidurai also claims that he has not signed on paper and this is a matter of privilege

 

9:31 PM

Amit Shah on the National Capital Territory of Delhi (Amendment) Bill, 2023 in the RS

"AAP was born after opposing Congress. They (AAP) used almost three tons of offensive words against Congress and came into existence. And today they are seeking support from Congress to oppose this bill. The moment this bill will be passed, Arvind Kejriwal ji palat jayenge, thenga dikhayenge aur kuch nahi hone wala," said Shah

 

9:28 PM

We are making amendments to Constitution not to bring Emergency, Amit Shah in RS

Union Home Minister Amit Shah speaks on Delhi Services Bill in Rajya Sabha. "The aim is to make sure corruption-free administration in Delhi," he said.

 

9:24 PM

PwC India resigns as auditor of Paytm Payments Services

Price Waterhouse Chartered Accountants (PwC India) has resigned as the auditor of Paytm Payments Services, the fintech major said in a regulatory filing on Monday. 

 

 

“...we wish to inform you that M/s. Price Waterhouse Chartered Accountants LLP … Statutory Auditors of material subsidiary i.e. Paytm Payments Services Limited (“PPSL”) have resigned with effect from August 07, 2023,” the company added. 

 

 

Paytm added that the statutory auditors have not raised any concerns or issues and that the company has noted PwC’s resignation. 

 

 

Prior to its resignation, the auditor also noted that it had issued its audit report on May 2, 2023 on the financial statements for FY23. Moreover, it also added that it had issued a limited review report on July 19, 2023 on the unaudited special purpose interim condensed financial statements for the first quarter of FY24. 

8:59 PM

WHO flags contaminated India-made syrup in Iraq

The World Health Organization on Monday flagged a batch of contaminated common cold syrup it found in Iraq that was manufactured by an Indian company, reported Reuters.

 

4:07 PM

Lupin’s arm launches LyfeTM Digital Heart Failure Clinic in India

Lupin’s arm launches LyfeTM Digital Heart Failure Clinic in India, aimed at helping cardiologists and caregivers manage heart failure patients effectively from the comfort of their homes. The system is equipped with advanced technology, providing doctors with real-time updates and patients with personalized care pathways, emergency services and educational resources, Lupin said in a statement.

 

2:43 PM

No other strong leader like PM Modi at national level: Ajit Pawar

Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar on Monday said he does not see any other strong leader like Prime Minister Narendra Modi at the national level today.

Speaking to reporters in Pune, Pawar said some people might be criticising him for his decision to join the Eknath Shinde-Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) government, but a man can have a different opinion on the basis of his "experiences".

2:34 PM

Attorney General Venkataramani says govt handling Manipur situation maturely

Attorney General for India R Venkataramani appearing for the government tells Supreme Court the government is handling the situation in Manipur at a "very mature level"

 

2:17 PM

SC begins hearing pleas related to ethnic violence in Manipur

Supreme Court begins hearing on a batch of pleas relating to ethnic violence in Manipur which has been going on in the State since May.

 

2:01 PM

Proceedings in UP Council disrupted amid uproar by SP members

The Question Hour was washed out in the Uttar Pradesh Legislative Council on Monday due to uproar by Samajwadi Party members on the issue of crime against women across the country, including in Manipur.

SP member Lal Bihari Yadav and other party members raised the issue as soon as the proceedings began at 11 am.

1:26 PM

UP govt ready to answer every question in assembly, says CM Adityanath

The assembly is an important platform for legislators to bring to the fore the problems of the public, Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath said on Monday and added that the government is ready to answer every question in the House.

Speaking to reporters before attending the Monsoon session of the House, Adityanath said the sitting is an opportunity for all members to present the problems of their area.

1:15 PM

Need to remember Rahul Gandhi's mantra to be fearless: Kamal Nath

Madhya Pradesh Congress chief Kamal Nath on Monday welcomed Rahul Gandhi's reinstatement as the Lok Sabha member and said everyone needs to remember Gandhi's mantra of - "don't be afraid".

Gandhi was disqualified as a Lok Sabha member in March, after a Gujarat court convicted him in a defamation case and sentenced him to two years in jail.

12:52 PM

Adani Energy Solutions secures $1 bn financing for green HVDC link project

Adani Energy Solutions Limited (AESL) on Monday said it has achieved financial closure for its USD 1 billion green high voltage direct current (HVDC) link project, that will increase renewable energy supply to Mumbai.

The 80-km multi-faceted project will offer a technological upgradation to the Mumbai city. The construction work for this link will begin in October 2023, AESL (erstwhile Adani Transmission Ltd) said in a statement.