In Himachal Pradesh, the absence of Independent MLAs marks a shift towards a two-party system. Congress strengthens its position with recent victories, including the election of a husband-wife duo to the assembly. Historical data reveals the role of Independents in past elections and their impact on government formation.
A recent report by WorkIndia highlights the growing impact of the gig economy in India's urban landscape. Tier-I cities dominated short-term blue-collar job opportunities, accounting for 67.1% of openings from June 2023 to June 2024, with Delhi leading at 17.7% and Mumbai at 16.57%. Tier-II cities followed with 26% of job openings, while tier-III cities faced higher competition despite 11% of applications. Back-office roles were most in demand, comprising 34.5% of jobs, reflecting a shift towards digital skills in roles like online marketing... Читать дальше...
India's prospects for the Paris 2024 Olympics are bright, with athletes like Neeraj Chopra, Mirabai Chanu, and PV Sindhu leading the charge. Each contender brings unique strengths, but they also face challenges ranging from injuries to high expectations. The Indian contingent is determined to surpass their previous best medal haul and achieve new heights on the global stage.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has launched a Rs 29,000 crore investment drive in Mumbai, focusing on crucial infrastructure projects in roads, railways, and ports. This aims to elevate Maharashtra as a global financial powerhouse, with Mumbai set to lead in fintech. PM Modi highlighted the projects at Goregaon's NESCO Exhibition Centre, emphasizing their role in boosting economic growth and connectivity. Key projects include the Goregaon-Mulund Link Road to reduce travel time and enhance urban mobility... Читать дальше...
The recent by-election in Himachal Pradesh's Dehra seat saw Kamlesh Thakur, wife of Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu, emerge victorious, marking the first time a husband-wife duo are both members of the house. Congress's strength in the assembly remains stable with no independents elected.
Security agencies in Jammu and Kashmir's Poonch district are working together to eradicate terrorism, according to Senior Superintendent of Police, Yougal Manhas. The region has experienced numerous deadly attacks over the past two-and-a-half years. Manhas emphasized the need for public cooperation to combat both terrorism and drug trafficking. He highlighted the vigilance of security forces in preventing infiltration and called for community involvement in addressing drug addiction. During a public meeting... Читать дальше...
Boeing started 777-9 certification flights Friday night with U.S. regulators after Type Inspection Authorization, addressing production/legal issues including a January 5 737 MAX blowout. The FAA's involvement marks progress for the 777X project, in development since 2013 and facing delays. The milestone, expected by Emirates chairman for 2025, was first reported by Air Current.
THDC India Ltd (THDCIL) has achieved significant milestones in the energy sector over the last 36 years, with a portfolio of nine projects (hydro, thermal, wind, and solar) and a total capacity of 4351 MW. The company's CMD, R K Vishnoi, highlighted the company's success and growth, citing employees' dedication and perseverance.
Union Tourism Minister Gajendra Singh Shekhawat marked the inaugural World Skydiving Day by skydiving at Skyhigh, India's only civilian skydiving drop zone at Narnaul Airstrip, Haryana. He highlighted the potential for skydiving to boost India's adventure tourism and flagged off India's first dedicated skydiving aircraft. Established in 2016, Skyhigh India aims to expand aerosports nationwide with government support, focusing initially on Goa and Madhya Pradesh.
The Congress party's recent victories in the Himachal Pradesh and BJP-ruled Uttarakhand assembly bypolls indicate a changing political climate in India. Congress wrested Manglaur from BSP and retained Badrinath amid BJP's aggressive tactics. Jairam Ramesh views these wins as reflecting a political shift. In Himachal Pradesh, Congress won Dehra and Nalagarh despite BJP's 'Operation Lotus,' bolstering their strength in the state assembly per Rajiv Shukla. Key wins for Congress included Kamlesh Thakur in Dehra and Hardeep Singh Bawa in Nalagarh... Читать дальше...
A shootout in Sonipat between gangsters and police resulted in three alleged gangsters dead and one officer injured. The gangsters fired 24 shots, while police fired 19 shots in retaliation. The deceased were known shooters for a criminal gang with a history of violent crimes.
IIT Madras Centre of Excellence in Sports Science and Analytics (CESSA) unveiled plans to boost India's chess prowess using technology-driven tools, focusing on fan engagement, cheating detection, and training programs at grassroots level. The initiative, disclosed at the 'Sports Tech Start Up Conclave' in New Delhi, aims to collaborate with stakeholders in the sports ecosystem and develop platforms leveraging high-performance computing and Artificial Intelligence to support chess players. IIT Madras... Читать дальше...
BJP and Congress clash over 'Samvidhan Hatya Diwas' observation, with accusations of power lust and constitutional tampering. RJD demands 'Gandhi Hatya Diwas' in response. Political tensions escalate.
TMC swept West Bengal bypolls, securing Raiganj, Bagda, Ranaghat Dakshin, and Maniktala with significant margins. Candidates Kalyani, Thakur, Adhikari, and Pandey defeated BJP's Chaubey. MLA resignations led to vacancies for Lok Sabha polls. Banerjee dedicated wins to July 21 Martyrs' Day. BJP plans introspection and alleges irregularities. Left-Congress third.
"This is the victory of people over money power. The voters have delivered a strong rebuke to the politics of horse-trading and have voted to maintain political integrity in the state. It had been 25 years since a Congress candidate won in Dehra. In Nalagarh, too, the candidate secured a significant victory. The election outcome has sent a clear message to the entire country and in the future, no candidate of any party in Himachal Pradesh will dare engage him or her in horse-trading for the next 50 years," said the Chief Minister.
There are many textbook definitions of the word “ moat”. But what it means in simple terms is that there has to be something in a business and the management which makes it different from others and also helps it grow faster and more importantly on a sustained basis. It is not a very complicated thing, just a look at some basic numbers, a look at what the company management had said 5 years ago, whether it has been achieved or not. For example, in sectors where the debt is normally high because of the nature of business... Читать дальше...
NAS Over Mars and landing on the moon. He expressed excitement for India's upcoming manned space mission, with two astronauts set to be trained by NASA. Additionally, India is developing its own space station, the Bharatiya Antariksha Station, expected to be operational by 2035.
ISLRTC and YUNIKEE join forces to enhance educational resources for deaf students. The agreement focuses on creating 23 sign language courses and 500 educational concept videos in Indian Sign Language. No financial involvement, just a strong collaborative effort.
The INDIA Bloc has won 13 assembly seats in the bypoll elections held across seven states, including Uttarakhand, West Bengal, Bihar, Tamil Nadu, and Himachal Pradesh. The Congress, TMC, AAP, and DMK parties fielded candidates. The opposition parties won 10 seats, while the Bhartiya Janata Party (BJP) only managed to win two.
While domestic investors, led by mutual funds, have been sustained buyers in all months of calendar year 2024 so far, FIIs have alternated between buying and selling.
"Currently, the wholesale price of tomatoes is around 50 to 60 rupees per kg. The local variety is selling for 1,200 rupees per 28 kilograms (1 crate), and the hybrid variety for 1,400 to 1,700 rupees. Earlier these used to sell for around 25-30 rupees," Sanjay Bhagat, a trader in Azadpur Sabzi Mandi, said.
The BJP, which won only one of the three Himachal Pradesh assembly bypoll seats, has accepted the people's mandate and pledged to continue fighting for their welfare. Former Chief Minister Jai Ram Thakur stated that the party will address shortcomings that led to its defeat in the by-elections.