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Vodafone Idea (Vi) has announced completion of its Minimum Rollout Obligations (MRO) across all 17 circles where it acquired 5G spectrum in August 2022. This step is essential for commencing 5G services, although Vi has yet to announce detailed rollout plans due to financial constraints. Unlike its competitors Reliance Jio and Bharti Airtel, which have almost completed nationwide 5G rollouts, Vi plans to gradually expand its network starting with equipment orders to vendors like Nokia and Ericsson.

The Israeli military's daily 'pause' in Gaza has not impacted aid deliveries, according to the UN's health agency. The WHO representative in Palestine stated that humanitarian supplies were not affected by the pause.

Jupiter's NBFC business, Amica Finance, raised Rs 20 crore in equity funding from Peak XV Partners, Matrix Partners, and others. The funding round included issuance of Series A CCPS at Rs 20.43 per share. Jupiter obtained an NBFC license from RBI and a prepaid payments instrument license.

Former RBI Deputy Governor S S Mundra called for introspection among financial regulators at an Assocham event, citing instances of proposals causing unease in the industry.

"We have strongly protested at the Canadian High Commission here. Such courts or gatherings are not helpful at all. We have strongly taken it up with them and asked them to take appropriate action in the matter," said Randhir Jaiswal, spokesperson for the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) in response to ANI's question.

The funds would be raised in one or more tranches. The company plans to monetise assets of the hospitality segment through Prestige Hospitality Ventures Limited, a wholly-owned subsidiary of the company, by way of the issue of shares (through primary or secondary markets or both).

Karnataka's Medical Education and Skill Development Minister, Dr. Sharan Prakash Patil, expressed the state's stance on the NEET exam controversy, stating that while they cannot outrightly reject NEET due to central legislation and Supreme Court orders, states must legally fight for autonomy in conducting their own entrance exams. He criticized the Modi government over the NEET-2024 grace marks issue, calling it a scam and demanding a CBI inquiry.

Around 1,500 Tata Steel workers in Britain are set to commence an indefinite strike from July 8 in protest against the company's decision to close two blast furnaces and potentially cut up to 2,800 jobs. The strike, organized by the trade union Unite, marks the first major industrial action by British steel workers in four decades and will impact Tata's Port Talbot and Llanwern sites in Wales. Tata's restructuring plan, announced in January, aims to shift to lower carbon electric arc furnaces with... Читать дальше...

The Dow Jones Industrial Average rose 73.75 points, or 0.19%, at the open to 39,208.51.

Quick commerce company Zepto has raised $665 million from new and existing investors. This and more on today’s ETtech Top 5.

Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge criticized the BJP over flood management in Assam, highlighting the grim flood situation in the state with over four lakh affected and major rivers flowing above danger levels.

Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal remains in jail despite receiving bail from the trial court in the money-laundering case. The Enforcement Directorate has challenged this bail in the Delhi High Court, linking it to the scrapped excise policy. Kejriwal's bail is on hold until further court proceedings, with the ED presenting evidence of alleged kickbacks and financial transactions involving him.

In all swing states, Donald Trump's lead has either remained the same or grown after he was convicted by a Manhattan jury on 34 felony charges.

Red Lobster is a household name when it comes to mega restaurant chains across the entire United States. However, the organization is currently suffering a major setback as it has recently filed for bankruptcy, immediately putting hundreds of their outlets at a risk of closing down.

Nikhil Gupta, extradited to the United States this month after his arrest in Prague last year, has been accused by U.S. federal prosecutors of unsuccessfully plotting with an Indian official to kill Gurpatwant Singh Pannun, a U.S. citizen. Gupta, 52, pleaded not guilty on Monday to murder-for-hire conspiracy charges in a court in Manhattan and a source close to his family told Reuters on Thursday that it wanted New Delhi's help to "get justice".

Former US President Donald Trump will be involved in three days of hearing in a case involving his conviction in the Florida classified documents case. The FBI had earlier pursued this case and had secured a conviction against the former president.

Unicommerce Esolutions has tagged SoftBank, Snapdeal cofounders Kunal Bahl and Rohit Bansal as promoters in an addendum to its draft IPO prospectus, expanding the list of promoters from the original filing with only AceVector Ltd named. SoftBank, Bahl, and Bansal signed an indemnity agreement to protect themselves from liabilities as promoters of Unicommerce.

Union Minister of Agriculture & Farmers’ Welfare, Shivraj Singh Chouhan, emphasized the government's commitment to procure major pulses like tur, urad, and masur at Minimum Support Prices (MSP). He urged state governments to promote farmer registration on the e-Samridhi portal for assured procurement. The portal, launched through NAFED, facilitates registration for farmers to avail MSP benefits.

The Philippines announced on Friday that it has no intention of invoking its mutual defense treaty with the United States following a violent confrontation with Chinese coast guard at Second Thomas Shoal in the South China Sea. The incident involved the ramming, boarding, and damage of Philippine navy boats, as well as the seizure of rifles. President Ferdinand Marcos Jr.'s advisers clarified in a news conference that Manila does not consider the incident an armed attack, a prerequisite for invoking the treaty.

The 2024 Copa America has begun and after a thrilling match on Thursday, featuring Lionel Messi, all eyes are on the South American rivals today. Here’s how you can watch the action live.

Nifty struggled to hold above the day’s opening range, indicating bullish sentiments going sore on the Summer Solstice Day, observed experts.

Bihar Deputy Chief Minister Vijay Kumar Sinha announced plans to request Chief Minister Nitish Kumar for a CBI probe into the suspected links of prime suspect Sikander Prasad Yadvendu in the NEET "paper leak" with officials connected to RJD leader Tejashwi Yadav. Sinha emphasized the need for a high-level investigation amid growing protests and upcoming Supreme Court hearings.

Long unwinding involves selling stocks held for a prolonged period, either to lock in profits or in anticipation of a bearish market. During Friday's session, five stocks experienced long unwinding.

Centrum Financial Services-promoted Unity Small Finance Bank has agreed to buy 70,000 sq ft of office space in a commercial tower in Mumbai’s Santacruz suburb for over Rs 227 crore. The bank's purchase of the space, instead of leasing, shows its long-term commitment and growth plans. The deal includes exclusive access to 120 car parking slots in Unity Towers from the developer, Intercon Constructions, with a stamp duty payment of Rs 13.62 crore.