A first-of-its-kind training programme of elected representatives and functionaries of Panchayati Raj Institutions (PRIs) will start on January 15 on IIM Ahmedabad campus. Secretary, Ministry of Panchayati Raj Vivek Bharadwaj will inaugurate the 5-day event under Leadership/ Management Development Programme of the Ministry of Panchayati Raj (MoPR). A Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) between the Ministry […]
The International Financial Services Centres Authority (IFSCA) authorised the 100th fund in GIFT IFSC. The 100th fund authorisation was granted to Chiratae Ventures International Fund-V, a private equity fund with a targeted corpus of $350 million. According to officials, 86 fund management entities are now active in GIFT City with 100 funds, and a cumulative […]
Tata Consumer Products Ltd has unveiled two major acquisitions as part of its strategy to enhance its product range. The company has entered into definitive agreements to purchase 100% equity shares of Mumbai-based Capital Foods, the owner of popular brands ‘Ching’s Secret’ and ‘Smith & Jones’, for a total consideration of Rs 5,100 crore. Additionally, […]
Lohri, one of the major festivals of Hindus, is approaching and people are gearing up to celebrate it with joy and enthusiasm. Lohri marks the end of the winter season and the beginning of the spring season. It also commemorates the harvest of the Rabi crop. The festival is celebrated with great fervor and pomp […]
In a recent release by the National Statistical Office (NSO) on Friday, retail inflation in India surged to a four-month high, reaching 5.69 percent in December. This increase was primarily driven by elevated prices of food items such as pulses, spices, fruits, and vegetables. Simultaneously, separate data from the NSO revealed that the Index of […]
The four-day harvest festival of Pongal, celebrated by Tamil communities across the world, will begin on January 15 and end on January 18. The festival is a time of gratitude for the abundant crops and a tribute to the natural elements that sustain life. Pongal is not just a festive occasion, but a cultural event […]
Uttarayan is a Hindu festival that celebrates the sun’s northward movement, also known as Makar Sankranti. It is observed on the 14th or 15th of January every year, depending on the movement of the sun. Uttarayan is a festival of joy, gratitude, and new beginnings. It is celebrated in different ways across India, with kite-flying […]
India is a land of diverse cultures and traditions, and one of the most celebrated festivals in the country is Uttarayan, also known as Makar Sankranti, Pongal, Bihu, and Bhogi Panduga in different regions. This festival marks the transition of the sun into the zodiac sign of Capricorn, and the onset of longer and warmer […]
A video of yoga guru Ramdev claiming to be a Brahmin and dismissing OBCs sparked outrage on X, the social media platform formerly known as Twitter. However, Ramdev clarified that he never made any remark on OBC and that he was talking about AIMIM chief Asaduddin Owaisi, whom he called an anti-national. “I never gave […]
The Swachh Survekshan Awards 2023, held on Thursday, honoured Indore and Surat as the joint winners of the ‘cleanest cities’ category. The President of India, Draupadi Murmu, presented the awards to the representatives of the two cities, who have shown exemplary performance in urban sanitation and cleanliness. This is the seventh time in a row […]
Aries Horoscope for January 14th Work responsibilities may increase significantly today, leading to financial expenditures for comfort. Your children’s activities bring joy, and a desire for personal time arises. Expect a renewed spark in your marital relationship. Taurus Horoscope for January 14th Financial gains from various sources are likely, allowing for family outings. Unmarried individuals […]
Lakshadweep, India’s smallest Union Territory, has witnessed a spike in tourism demand after Prime Minister Modi visited the island cluster on January 5 and praised its potential for beach tourism. Alliance Air, the only Indian airline that operates to Lakshadweep, has responded by adding extra flights to Kochi-Agatti-Kochi route on Sundays and Wednesdays, according to […]
Palladium Ahmedabad, the luxury mall in Gujarat, is all set to host the Great Indian Kite Festival from January 10 to 15, 2024. The five-day event will feature exclusive attractions, such as larger-than-life installations, workshops for kids, food and beverage offers, and a special shop and fly offer. The highlight of the event will be […]
The BJP leaders have launched a scathing attack on the Congress for declining the invitation to attend the Ram temple consecration event on January 22 in Ayodhya. The BJP leaders accused the Congress of loving Babur, the Mughal invader who demolished the original temple, more than Lord Ram, the Hindu deity. Assam chief minister Himanta […]
The Delhi High Court has quashed a kidnapping and rape case against a man who eloped with a girl nine years ago when she was a minor, saying that true love between adolescents cannot be controlled by law or state action. The court observed that the couple, who are now married and have two children, […]
The 10th edition of the Vibrant Gujarat Global Summit (VGGS) 2024 saw Memorandums of Understanding (MoUs) signed for 41,299 projects, with investment proposals worth Rs 26.33 lakh crore. The three-day mega meet, which had participation from more than 61,000 delegates from over 140 countries, concluded on Friday. Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel made the announcement about […]
Actress Radhika Apte took to Instagram today to share a distressing experience at an airport, where she and other passengers were locked inside an aerobridge following a flight delay. The ‘Sacred Games’ star did not disclose the name of the city or the airline involved. Apte posted photos and videos on Instagram, revealing that passengers […]
Congress chief Mallikarjun Kharge has been selected as the chairperson of the opposition bloc, Indian National Developmental Inclusive Alliance (INDIA), according to insider sources. An official announcement from the INDIA bloc is yet to be made. Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar was also in contention for the top post. However, during a recent meeting, he […]
Artifact, the news app that uses artificial intelligence to deliver personalized news to its users, is shutting down, its co-founder Kevin Systrom announced on his blog on Saturday. The app, which was launched in February last year by Systrom and Mike Krieger, the founders of Instagram, offered a range of features, such as AI-generated summaries, […]
A recent report by Goldman Sachs predicts that India’s affluent class will grow to 100 million by 2027. The report also suggests that indigenous companies selling premium goods are likely to outperform their broad-based competitors. The Goldman Sachs report attributes the increased purchasing power of India’s top earners to strong economic growth, stable monetary policy, […]
