Prime Minister Narendra Modi's visit to Brunei aims to bolster defence ties with a joint working group, while also expanding cooperation in energy and space sectors. With 14,000 Indians residing in Brunei, this visit marks the 40th anniversary of diplomatic relations. Modi’s subsequent visit to Singapore will focus on maritime security, ensuring safe and secure sea lines of communication.
The Supreme Court has granted bail to AAP's communications in-charge Vijay Nair, involved in the Delhi excise policy case. A bench of justices noted that the Enforcement Directorate has not completed the trial as assured. With 350 witnesses to be examined, Nair's custody of 23 months was deemed too lengthy without a concluded trial.
Rich Lesser, global chair of Boston Consulting Group, expresses confidence in the economic prospects of India and the US. BCG has seen significant growth in India and expects continued success. The US economy is also expected to remain strong regardless of the upcoming presidential election. Lesser highlights the resilience of these economies and the potential for AI and technology advancements.
India is expected to surpass the US in the number of software developers by 2027, driven by its growing IT services sector, expanding startup ecosystem, and advancements in artificial intelligence, according to Thomas Dohmke, CEO of GitHub. India currently ranks second with 15.4 million developers, and its rapid growth is attributed to its vibrant open-source software community and innovative startups.
India marked a historic day at the Paris Paralympic Games 2024 as Sumit Antil and Nitesh Kumar secured gold medals in javelin throw and badminton, respectively. Antil set a new Paralympics record, while Kumar triumphed over a tough competitor, bringing India's total to 14 medals: 3 golds, 5 silvers, and 6 bronzes.
The government is enhancing operations and infrastructure to address global demand for skilled workers. Atul Kumar Tiwari from the Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship highlighted the significance of increased focus on skilling in the Union budget. The integration between education and skilling via the National Education Policy aims to prepare India to become a global skills hub.
With Season 1 of Doctor Who on Disney+ concluding earlier this year, viewers are now eagerly anticipating the upcoming special, "Joy to the World."
In recent feedback to the RBI, banks have suggested that the regulator impose an additional "run-off factor" of 2% to 2.25% as against the 5% increase prescribed in a recent draft guideline, sources aware of the development told ET. "Some banks have also proposed a gradual increase of three years in maintaining the liquid stocks under the new LCR (Liquidity Coverage Ratio) norms. They have requested a similar proportion of requests for other categories," a banker said on condition of anonymity.
Industry and HR experts at a panel discussion emphasized the need for internships, online courses, and constant skill assessment to bridge the skill gap in India’s workforce. They discussed the roles of educational institutions, companies, and the government in improving employability and making students job-ready.
The Supreme Court has granted bail to Arvind Kejriwal's aide, Bibhav Kumar, in the Swati Maliwal assault case. The bench noted that Kumar had been in custody for over 100 days and the trial would take time. Interim protection is granted with conditions to prevent witness influence.
Chief economic adviser V Anantha Nageswaran warned against letting financial market expectations overly influence India's policy and macroeconomic decisions. He highlighted the potential risks of financialisation, referring to excessive market dominance, and emphasized the need for a balanced approach to sustain growth and avoid pitfalls seen in developed nations.
CD Projekt RED announced a new Witcher game, starting a new trilogy. The game, codenamed ‘Polaris,’ will feature a new protagonist and use Unreal Engine 5. The release date is still unknown, but development is progressing with a large team.
According to the statement, Epic Energy Ltd, a significant player in the Solar EPC market, has entered into an Agreement with Niva Ecotech Pvt Ltd, (Niva), an established player in the business of setting up Solar Parks to, inter alia, set up a 35 MWp (25 MW) solar park in and around Solapur in Maharashtra.
At a meeting, Bonku Babu announced his final attendance and criticized the participants for their foolishness. He called out Chandi Babu for stealing shoes and umbrellas, and distanced himself from Sripati Babu's sycophants. After his exit, Ramkanai dropped a cup, spilling tea on others.
India's stellar performance at the Paralympics on Monday saw the nation clinch eight medals, including two golds, three silvers, and three bronzes. Star javelin thrower Sumit Antil set a new Paralympic record, while Indian shuttlers and archers added to the medal tally, bringing the total to 15 medals with three golds.
In August, demand for work under the Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Scheme (MGNREGS) fell for the tenth consecutive month, with 19 million individuals seeking work—a 17% decrease from the previous year. This decline is attributed to increased economic opportunities and favorable monsoon rains, which reduced the need for unskilled labor.
Delicious in Dungeon Season 2 has been confirmed, though no release date has been announced. The new season will continue from Chapter 53 of the manga, covering significant arcs. Studio Trigger will animate the sequel. The series is expected to be available on Netflix upon release.
The CBI has arrested former RG Kar Medical Hospital principal, Sandip Ghosh, citing financial irregularities during his tenure. Coinciding with this, the West Bengal assembly is set to discuss the Aparajita Women & Child Bill, 2024, which proposes death penalty for severe rape cases, aiming to expedite justice with dedicated special courts and teams.
The Abandon Harris campaign is intensifying its efforts against Kamala Harris in key swing states. The campaign criticizes Harris for her support of Israel.
India's fiscal health has seen improvement, resulting in a ratings outlook upgrade. Fiscal consolidation and robust growth could further reduce India's debt-GDP ratio. The projection suggests public sector debt-GDP could fall to 74.8% by 2030, possibly leading to a credit rating upgrade.
Omar Abdullah, while speaking to reporters here said that BJP would have a better idea of why exactly Madhav has been sent here. After the announcement of assembly elections in J&K, the BJP announced Madhav along with the Union minister G Kishan Reddy as party's election incharges for the Union Territory.
The Cabinet Committee on Security has approved a ₹26,000 crore contract for Hindustan Aeronautics Ltd (HAL) to supply new AL-31FP engines for the Su30MKI fighter jets. HAL will manufacture 240 engines at its Koraput plant over eight years, with over 54% indigenous content.
Udaipur is witnessing a boom in the hospitality industry with new luxury and mid-market hotels being launched by major brands like Wyndham, Radisson, and IHCL. The city's popularity as a tourist destination has attracted international chains and boosted investments, driven by an increase in domestic tourism and big-ticket weddings.
The development is part of the government's GLOF EWS Mission, which comes in the backdrop of the October 3, 2023 glacial lake outburst flood in Sikkim which claimed more than 40 lives, officials added. On Sunday, the teams visited Tenchungkha lake in Lachung area of Sikkim out of the sixteen identified by the NDMA, added officials.
The Sangh, which is trying to become more inclusive, has instructed its affiliates to reach out to various caste leaders and sect heads, according to sources. Affiliates like the Bharatiya Kisan Sangh (BKS) has been asked to expand its presence among traditional farming communities like Jats, Jat Sikhs, Marathas and others, especially since Jats and Jat Sikhs were at the forefront of the farmers' protest.