Trai has amended tariff rules to require mobile service providers to offer a separate plan for voice calls and SMS for customers who do not use data, removing the 90-day cap on special recharge coupons and extending it to up to 365 days. The new rules cater to users who need only voice and SMS services.
Oil prices stabilised on Monday after losses last week as lower-than-expected U.S. inflation data offset investors' concerns about a supply surplus next year.
US consumer confidence dropped unexpectedly in December, falling to 104.7 from 112.8 in November, as concerns about future business conditions grew. While consumer views on the labor market improved, their outlook on business conditions weakened, according to the Conference Board. Economists had forecast a rise to 113.3.
As Christmas Eve 2024 draws near, many people are finalizing their holiday plans. Whether it's managing financial transactions, sending packages, or shipping last-minute gifts.
Union Minister Nitin Gadkari issued a warning, threatening suspension of authorities if the delayed recarpeting of Nagpur airport runway is not completed within a month. Originally set for earlier completion, the project has seen multiple delays causing passenger inconvenience, attributed to contractor and AAI negligence and election schedule adjustments.
NIA arrested Jatinder Singh, an aide of Khalistani terrorist Landa and gangster Batala, in Mumbai. He was involved in procuring and supplying weapons in Punjab. This move aims to crack down on the terror-gangster nexus and prevent arms smuggling. His arrest follows thorough investigations and search operations by the NIA.
Russia granted former Syrian president Bashar al-Assad and his family asylum this month.
The Enforcement Directorate urges officials to include sections like 66(2) of the PMLA when registering money laundering cases, ensuring they withstand court scrutiny. This follows recent court rulings disallowing IPC's Section 120-B as a standalone predicate offence under the PMLA, prompting revised protocols for robust case building.
US President- elect Donald Trump have already cleared things out regarding his plans to deport a huge amount of illegal immigrants on his very first day of again resuming office. But, recent reports are claiming that some Republican Rebels might actually have some other plans and are actually planning to jeopardize the plan of Donald Trump due to a certain reason.
India's benchmark indices, Sensex and Nifty, broke their five-day losing streak on Monday, December 23, driven by robust gains in banking and FMCG stocks.
The Container Store, a well-known retailer specializing in home storage and organization solutions, has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection.
Uttarakhand chief secretary Radha Raturi reprimanded district magistrates for failing to organize district-level NCORD meetings. She directed compulsory monthly meetings, installation of CCTVs in medical stores, and digitization of records. Separate budgets for de-addiction centres and establishment of anti-drugs committees in educational institutions were also instructed. Officials were warned of adverse entries in case of future negligence.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi, speaking at the Christmas celebrations hosted by the Catholic Bishops' Conference of India (CBCI), emphasized the importance of love, harmony, and brotherhood, central themes in the teachings of Lord Christ.
The theme for Republic Day Parade tableaux is 'Swarnim Bharat: Virasat aur Vikas'. Fifteen states and UTs along with 11 Union ministries will present them on January 26. The Expert Committee shortlists the ideas based on various creative criteria. Non-selected states can display their tableaux during Bharat Parv at Red Fort.
Polish ecommerce platform Allegro's subsidiary, Ceneo, has sued Google for 2.33 billion zlotys. The lawsuit claims losses from Google's preference for its own price comparison service in search results. Ceneo seeks compensation for sustained losses and interest payments since 2013. Google and its subsidiaries have not responded to these allegations.
The RRB has released the JE, DMS, and CMA post answer key for the CBT-I, conducted from December 16 to 18, 2024. Candidates can view their question papers and responses from December 23 to 28, 2024. Objections can be raised with a fee of Rs. 50 per question.
Jennifer Lopez shares her life challenges in raising 16-year-old twins, Emme and Max, after her split from Ben Affleck. She reflects on the difficulties of single parenthood. Lopez relates her experiences with her film role as Judy Robles, showing how the role gave her a sense of healing and understanding.
This total has exceeded last year’s figure of Rs 523 billion and set a new record, surpassing the CY20 peak of Rs 805 billion, as per a Motilal Oswal research report.
360 Capital, a European venture capital firm, has raised 140 million euros for its 360 Life II fund. The fund focuses on investments in renewable energy, hydrogen, and reducing pollution and waste. Major contributors include Italian investment company A2A with 40 million euros and Italian electrochemistry company De Nora with 10 million euros. France's Bpifrance also invested in the fund.
Hollywood actor Angelina Jolie has opened up about her dark period she endured during her years-long hiatus from Hollywood after her divorce from Brad Pitt. Angelina Jolie is making a powerful return to the silver screen with her performance in Maria. The actress revealed that her focus during those years was primarily on her family.
At the open, the Dow Jones dipped 39.8 points (0.09%) to 42,800.49, while the S&P 500 gained 9.4 points (0.16%) to 5,940.25, and the Nasdaq rose 68.5 points (0.35%) to 19,641.05.
Elon Musk's X has hiked the price of its Premium+ subscription for users worldwide, including in India. Monthly rates have risen from Rs 1,300 to Rs 1,750. Existing subscribers will be billed at the new rate after January 20, 2025. X aims to enhance the service with advanced features and a shifted revenue model.