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The BJP on Thursday managed to convince its coalition partner, Janata Dal (Secular), to join its foot march ('padyatra') against the alleged MUDA scam in Karnataka. Initially, JD(S) withdrew from the protest due to BJP leader Preetham Gowda's involvement, linked to a scandal involving JD(S) leader Kumaraswamy's nephew. BJP officials held discussions with Kumaraswamy, ensuring his participation. Karnataka BJP president B Y Vijayendra stated that the march from Bengaluru to Mysuru will highlight corruption under the Congress government... Читать дальше...

The company said leisure travel saw a 21% year-on-year growth in sales for financial year 2025, while its MIE business saw a 20% sales growth excluding one time contracts in quarter one of financial year 2024.

Shivakumar, who is also the president of the Karnataka Pradesh Congress Committee (KPCC), asked, referring to the 140-km patch of the Old Mysuru belt between Bengaluru and Mysuru.

Netflix's Japanese gay dating show "The Boyfriend" is releasing a bonus episode in August.

“The impact was limited to C-Edge systems hosted in their data center and not on any of the co-operative banks or regional rural banks' own infrastructure,” NPCI said. “The services of co-operative banks and regional rural banks, which were dependent on C-Edge, have now been restored.”

Indian shooters Sift Kaur Samra and Anjum Moudgil did not advance to the women's 50m rifle 3 positions final at the Paris 2024 Olympics. Samra, making her Olympic debut, finished 31st with a score of 575-22x, while Moudgil placed 18th with 584-26x. The final will feature the top eight shooters. Earlier, Swapnil Kusale won a historic bronze in the men’s 50m rifle 3 positions, marking India’s third shooting medal at the Paris Games.

Le Travenues Technology Limited (ixigo), clocked a profit after tax of Rs 14.9 crore in quarter one of financial year 2025, up 78% year on year. Its revenue from operations grew by 16% year on year in quarter one of financial year 2025 to Rs 181.9 crore from Rs 156.6 crore in the corresponding period of the previous fiscal.

“MTNL has sought Rs 1,151.65 crore to meet the payment of interest on Sovereign Guarantee Bonds (SGBs) for Financial Year 2024-25,” Minister of State for Communications Pemmasani Chandra Sekhar in a written reply to the Rajya Sabha.

Ex-Indian all-rounder and coach Ravi Shastri commended Rohit Sharma, placing him on par with MS Dhoni as one of India's top captains in white-ball cricket. Rohit became the most successful T20I captain with 49 wins in 62 matches, leading India to win the ICC T20 World Cup, Asia Cup 2023, and securing runners-up spots in the ICC Cricket World Cup and ICC World Test Championship. Shastri highlighted Rohit's tactical acumen, particularly in handling key players during crucial moments, especially in... Читать дальше...

Kim Yeji, a shooter from South Korea is massively popular on social media because of breaking world records like cakewalk with her very casual attire and approach towards the Paris Olympics' shooting events. The 31-year-old is currently the talk of social media town after her stunning performances at the events.

Who will replace Ismail Haniyeh and take the mantle of Palestinian militant outfit Hamas? From Khaled Mishaal to Yahya Sinwar, many leaders can take responsibility for the organization at a time when it has suffered the most severe blow since its inception.

In its traditions, in its religious tenets and in its laws, India has long cemented the belief that it is a child's duty to care for his aging parents. But in a land known for revering its elderly, a secret shame has emerged: A burgeoning population of older people abandoned by their own families.

Food and grocery delivery platform Zomato reported a 74% on-year jump in operating revenue for the first quarter of FY25. This and more in today’s ETtech Top 5.

Indian golfer Diksha Dagar, who is scheduled to compete in the Olympics starting August 7, was involved in a car accident on Tuesday night. The accident occurred while Diksha, her father and caddie Col Naren Dagar, her mother, and her brother were returning from an event at India House. Despite the accident, Diksha is reported to be fine and will participate in her event as planned. However, her mother has been hospitalized with a suspected spinal injury and will undergo further tests.

Swapnil Kusale's Olympic debut on Thursday was nothing short of historic as he clinched a bronze medal in the 50m rifle 3 positions event, marking India's first medal in this physically demanding discipline. Despite his journey being long and arduous, including missing out on previous Olympics, Kusale's breakthrough was the result of relentless dedication and mental resilience. The 28-year-old from Maharashtra, who overcame nerves and intense competition, dedicated his success to his supportive family and coach. Читать дальше...

Donald Trump, speaking at an event for Black journalists in Chicago on Wednesday, questioned Vice President Kamala Harris' racial identity, sparking immediate disapproval and a wave of reaction from the audience. This move was seen as an extension of Trump's history of using race to create divisions among Americans.

The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) announced that 97.92 per cent of the Rs 2000 denomination banknotes have returned to the banking system, with only Rs 7,409 crore worth of these notes still with the public. This announcement follows the RBI's decision on May 19, 2023, to withdraw Rs 2000 denomination banknotes from circulation.

Last week, new unemployment benefit applications in the U.S. reached a peak not seen in nearly a year, indicating potential softening in the labor market. Initial claims rose by 14,000 to 249,000 for the week ending July 27, surpassing economists' expectations of 236,000. This increase is attributed to temporary shutdowns and disruptions, such as Hurricane Beryl. Despite the rise in claims, layoffs remain relatively low, and planned job cuts have decreased significantly. Federal Reserve Chair Jerome... Читать дальше...

Mahindra & Mahindra sold a 20.5-acre land parcel in Mumbai's Kandivali for Rs 210 crore to Blueprintify Properties. The sale price was lower than the land's ready reckoner value of over Rs 223 crore. The land is in a No Development Zone and is devoid of illegal constructions. The transaction incurred a stamp duty of Rs 13.41 crore.

On January 11 and 17, PM2.5 and PM10 levels in Delhi exceeded WHO guidelines. Therefore, even if pollution levels were reduced to 0.1 micrograms per cubic meter from those dates onward, Delhi would still fail to meet the annual WHO guidelines, said a study by the Centre for Research on Energy and Clean Air (CREA). Similarly, Delhi surpassed national standards for PM2.5 and PM10 on May 7 and April 2, respectively.

Indian badminton players Satwiksairaj Rankireddy and Chirag Shetty lost their chance for an Olympic medal after being defeated by Malaysia's Aaron Chia and Soh Wooi Yik in the men's doubles quarterfinals at the Paris Games. Despite a strong start and previous wins, the Indians were ousted in a grueling three-game match.

The gross GST collection rose by 10.3 percent, reaching Rs 1,82,075 crore in July, per a report by ET Bureau on Thursday. The government's release of monthly GST collection data has been discontinued. Net of refunds, the collection for July stood at Rs 1,65,793 crore, marking a 14.4 percent increase on a yearly basis.

India's tour and travel operators expected a 15-17 per cent revenue increase this fiscal, driven by domestic and international travel. Improved infrastructure, higher incomes, and government focus on tourism contributed to growth. Steady operating margins and healthy credit profiles supported the sector, as reported by Crisil Ratings.